Several discourses concerning the actual Providence of God. Divided into three parts. The first, treating concerning the notion of it, establshing the doctrine of it, opening the principal acts of it, preservation and government of created beings. With the particular acts, by which it so preserveth and governeth them. The second, concerning the specialities of it, the unseachable things of it, and several observable things in its motions. The third, concerning the dysnoēta, or hard chapters of it, in which an attempt is made to solve several appearances of difficulty in the motions of Providence, and to vindicate the justice, wisdom, and holiness of God, with the reasonableness of his dealing in such motions. / By John Collinges ...

Collinges, John, 1623-1690
Publisher: Printed for Tho Parkhurst and are to be sold by Edward Giles
Place of Publication: London
Publication Year: 1678
Approximate Era: CharlesII
TCP ID: B08803 ESTC ID: R233164 STC ID: C5335
Subject Headings: Providence and government of God; Sermons, English -- 17th century; Theology, Doctrinal;
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607 This shall be the method of my discourse. This shall be the method of my discourse. d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
645 and he governeth them in their effects. and he Governs them in their effects. cc pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
3425 when our Saviour was upon the Earth; when our Saviour was upon the Earth; c-crq po12 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
4340 1. His power is thus more magnified: 1. His power is thus more magnified: crd po31 n1 vbz av av-dc vvn: (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 223
5470 and cruelty, and injustice, and oppression. and cruelty, and injustice, and oppression. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5803 and the just object of every good mans hatred: and the just Object of every good men hatred: cc dt j n1 pp-f d j ng1 n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
947 it ordinarily brings them about in, and by the use of means: it ordinarily brings them about in, and by the use of means: pn31 av-jn vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 106 Page 51
1007 and cessations of action in the creature, all events; and cessations of actium in the creature, all events; cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
4085 Dan. 6.25, Darius shall write to all people; Dan. 6.25, Darius shall write to all people; np1 crd, np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
7585 he who draweth back, draweth back to his own perdition. he who draws back, draws back to his own perdition. pns31 r-crq vvz av, vvz av p-acp po31 d n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 720 Page 386
12586 and constant, and unmoveable in the work of the Lord; and constant, and Unmovable in the work of the Lord; cc j, cc j-u p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12685 as he hath in his word made himself known to us; as he hath in his word made himself known to us; c-acp pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvd px31 vvn p-acp pno12; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
1392 and join it self to our flesh, or mix it self with our blood. and join it self to our Flesh, or mix it self with our blood. cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1413 as the procreative causes of more Epidemical sicknesses and distempers. as the procreative Causes of more Epidemical Sicknesses and distempers. c-acp dt j n2 pp-f av-dc j n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1582 the truth is, none of us think upon it as we ought to do. the truth is, none of us think upon it as we ought to do. dt n1 vbz, pix pp-f pno12 vvi p-acp pn31 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1876 In a word, by perfecting, 1. The number of his Saints. In a word, by perfecting, 1. The number of his Saints. p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg, crd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
3039 so you read of the way of the wicked, the way of sinners: so you read of the Way of the wicked, the Way of Sinners: av pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j, dt n1 pp-f n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3509 To observe, signifieth not only with our eyes to behold it; To observe, signifies not only with our eyes to behold it; pc-acp vvi, vvz xx av-j p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3716 You read Acts 2, That the Spirit of God descended: You read Acts 2, That the Spirit of God descended: pn22 vvb n2 crd, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3967 they are the children of wrath, the heirs of the Curses: they Are the children of wrath, the Heirs of the Curses: pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
4026 as the Psalmist saith, The heavens declare the glory of God. as the Psalmist Says, The heavens declare the glory of God. c-acp dt n1 vvz, dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4796 alas, the Israelites are in no circumstances fit to fight them: alas, the Israelites Are in no Circumstances fit to fight them: uh, dt np1 vbr p-acp dx n2 j pc-acp vvi pno32: (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
7268 but he taketh his aim right, and setteth up his mark right. but he Takes his aim right, and sets up his mark right. cc-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 j-jn, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1 j-jn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7513 his sin is hid, saith the Prophet, bound up as in a bundle. his since is hid, Says the Prophet, bound up as in a bundle. po31 n1 vbz vvn, vvz dt n1, vvn a-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
10097 This were to snare thy self in the words of thy own lips. This were to snare thy self in the words of thy own lips. d vbdr pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 d n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1005 Page 516
11046 Now this is indeed to fancy an idol to our selves instead of God: Now this is indeed to fancy an idol to our selves instead of God: av d vbz av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 av pp-f np1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
13492 All that can be pretended, is, a sufficiency as a Moral cause. All that can be pretended, is, a sufficiency as a Moral cause. av-d d vmb vbi vvn, vbz, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13975 nor so long under the Spirit of bondage as some others; nor so long under the Spirit of bondage as Some Others; ccx av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d n2-jn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
195 2. But there is more yet in this notion, to satisfie every good Christian; 2. But there is more yet in this notion, to satisfy every good Christian; crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av-dc av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d j njp; (7) sermon (DIV3) 17 Page 12
768 as a Father or Mother careth for every Child, and a bird for every young one. as a Father or Mother Careth for every Child, and a bird for every young one. c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d j pi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
1067 The failure of this is like the starting of the Ballast in a Ship in a storm: The failure of this is like the starting of the Ballast in a Ship in a storm: dt n1 pp-f d vbz av-j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1092 Nothing comes to pass without the Will of God, not a sparrow (as cheap, Nothing comes to pass without the Will of God, not a sparrow (as cheap, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, xx dt n1 (c-acp j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
3343 Prop. It is an argument of spiritual wisdom in men to observe the motions of Divine Providence: Prop. It is an argument of spiritual Wisdom in men to observe the motions of Divine Providence: np1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 336 Page 173
1265 and so to the ruin and destruction of the whole. and so to the ruin and destruction of the Whole. cc av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
4598 the four hundred years for the first were named, and the 70 years for the latter; the four hundred Years for the First were nam, and the 70 Years for the latter; dt crd crd n2 p-acp dt ord vbdr vvn, cc dt crd n2 p-acp dt d; (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
1991 Now that God hath such a power none can deny and acknowledg him to be God; Now that God hath such a power none can deny and acknowledge him to be God; av cst np1 vhz d dt n1 pix vmb vvi cc vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi np1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
2962 You have heard that the Church is an eminent object of special Providence many ways; You have herd that the Church is an eminent Object of special Providence many ways; pn22 vhb vvn d dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n1 d n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
3082 indeed we cannot but see them, they are before our eyes every day. indeed we cannot but see them, they Are before our eyes every day. av pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp po12 n2 d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 159
3121 when we saw the anguish of his soul; when we saw the anguish of his soul; c-crq pns12 vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3364 2. In a diligent reposing them in our minds: 2. In a diligent reposing them in our minds: crd p-acp dt j vvg pno32 p-acp po12 n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 341 Page 174
4478 The strength of this lieth in the stedfastness and unchangeableness of God: The strength of this lies in the steadfastness and unchangeableness of God: dt n1 pp-f d vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4521 I proceed now to a fourth, which you may take thus: I proceed now to a fourth, which you may take thus: pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av: (22) sermon (DIV3) 469 Page 232
4817 Printing was found out a-few years before in that very Countrey, in 1440; Printing was found out a-few Years before in that very Country, in 1440; np1 vbds vvn av j n2 a-acp p-acp cst j n1, p-acp crd; (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4857 there must be an ordering and preparation of them: there must be an ordering and preparation of them: pc-acp vmb vbi dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f pno32: (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
5840 and with what measure you mete, it shall be meted to you again. and with what measure you meet, it shall be meted to you again. cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vvb, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 av. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
8278 or excusing us, that it doth but increase and aggravate guilt upon us. or excusing us, that it does but increase and aggravate guilt upon us. cc vvg pno12, cst pn31 vdz p-acp vvi cc vvi n1 p-acp pno12. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
0 SERMON I. Ephes. I. 11. Who worketh all things according to the Counsel of his Will. SERMON I Ephesians I. 11. Who works all things according to the Counsel of his Will. n1 uh np1 np1 crd r-crq vvz d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 0 Page 1
1 THE Relative Particle [ who ] in the front of the Text, must necessarily relate to God spoken of vers. 3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ. THE Relative Particle [ who ] in the front of the Text, must necessarily relate to God spoken of vers. 3. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord jesus christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in christ. dt j n1 [ r-crq ] p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 vvn pp-f zz. crd vvn vbb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 p-acp d j n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 1
2 Many of these spiritual blessings are enumerated, from that third verse to my Text. He hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, predestinated us unto the adoption of sons, vers. 5. Made us accepted in him, vers. 6. And here again, ver. 11. Predestinated according to the purpose of him, who worketh all things according to the counsel of his will. Many of these spiritual blessings Are enumerated, from that third verse to my Text. He hath chosen us in him before the Foundation of the world, predestinated us unto the adoption of Sons, vers. 5. Made us accepted in him, vers. 6. And Here again, ver. 11. Predestinated according to the purpose of him, who works all things according to the counsel of his will. d pp-f d j n2 vbr vvn, p-acp cst ord n1 p-acp po11 np1 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, fw-la. crd vvd pno12 vvn p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd cc av av, fw-la. crd vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, r-crq vvz d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
3 All this is written to those at Ephesus, who were faithful in Christ Jesus. Ephesus was a City in the lower Asia: A City famous for Trade, All this is written to those At Ephesus, who were faithful in christ jesus. Ephesus was a city in the lower Asia: A city famous for Trade, d d vbz vvn p-acp d p-acp np1, r-crq vbdr j p-acp np1 np1. np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp dt jc np1: dt n1 j p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
4 and as famous for their Idolatrous Worship of the great Goddess Diana. Paul came thither, Act. 18.19, 20. but tarried not, being to keep the feast at Hierusalem, Acts 19. You find him returned thither, where he stayeth two years and three months, as you may gather from Acts 20. You may in that Chapter find him forced thence by an uproar of the people; and as famous for their Idolatrous Worship of the great Goddess Diana. Paul Come thither, Act. 18.19, 20. but tarried not, being to keep the feast At Jerusalem, Acts 19. You find him returned thither, where he stays two Years and three months, as you may gather from Acts 20. You may in that Chapter find him forced thence by an uproar of the people; cc p-acp j c-acp po32 j n1 pp-f dt j n1 np1. np1 vvd av, n1 crd, crd p-acp vvn xx, vbg p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, n2 crd pn22 vvb pno31 vvd av, c-crq pns31 vvz crd n2 cc crd n2, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n2 crd pn22 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi pno31 vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
5 during the time of his abode there, God used him to plant a Gospel-Church. He left the charge of it with Timothy, 1 Tim. 1.3. during the time of his Abided there, God used him to plant a Gospel-church. He left the charge of it with Timothy, 1 Tim. 1.3. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 a-acp, np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1. pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1, crd np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
6 As I besought thee to abide still at Ephesus, while I went into Macedonia. We cannot gather from any thing in this Epistle, that any such corruptions in Doctrine or manners had crept into this Church, As I besought thee to abide still At Ephesus, while I went into Macedonia. We cannot gather from any thing in this Epistle, that any such corruptions in Doctrine or manners had crept into this Church, c-acp pns11 vvd pno21 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, cs pns11 vvd p-acp np1. pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, cst d d n2 p-acp n1 cc n2 vhd vvn p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
7 as had done into the Churches of Rome, Corinth, and Galatia; but the blessed Apostle knew, that although they stood, they were concerned to take heed lest they fell, and that the common temptations of those times might influence them; as had done into the Churches of Room, Corinth, and Galatia; but the blessed Apostle knew, that although they stood, they were concerned to take heed lest they fell, and that the Common temptations of those times might influence them; c-acp vhd vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvi, np1, cc np1; p-acp dt j-vvn n1 vvd, cst cs pns32 vvd, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp vvb n1 cs pns32 vvd, cc d dt j n2 pp-f d n2 vmd n1 pno32; (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
8 to obviate which he writeth this Epistle unto them. In the Preface contained in the two first verses, he after his manner saluteth them. to obviate which he Writeth this Epistle unto them. In the Preface contained in the two First Verses, he After his manner salutes them. pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp pno32. p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt crd ord n2, pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
9 In the third verse he begins the matter of his Epistle, minding them of the wonderful benefits, In the third verse he begins the matter of his Epistle, minding them of the wondered benefits, p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg pno32 pp-f dt j n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
10 and acts of Grace, which God had made them partakers of, in, and through Christ. He instanceth in the Election of them to eternal life, and acts of Grace, which God had made them partakers of, in, and through christ. He Instanceth in the Election of them to Eternal life, cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32 n2 pp-f, p-acp, cc p-acp np1. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp j n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
11 as the end, and the Predestination of them to the means in order to that end, ver. 4, 5, 6, 7. Thence he proceedeth to a discourse about Redemption, vers. 8, 9, 10. In this Verse he returneth again to the business of Predestination. In whom also (saith he) we have received an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him. as the end, and the Predestination of them to the means in order to that end, ver. 4, 5, 6, 7. Thence he Proceedeth to a discourse about Redemption, vers. 8, 9, 10. In this Verse he returns again to the business of Predestination. In whom also (Says he) we have received an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him. c-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd np1 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, fw-la. crd, crd, crd p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp ro-crq av (vvz pns31) pns12 vhb vvn dt n1, vbg vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
12 — Who worketh all things according to the counsel of his will. Where you have two things affirmed concerning God. — Who works all things according to the counsel of his will. Where you have two things affirmed Concerning God. — q-crq vvz d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. c-crq pn22 vhb crd n2 vvd vvg np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 1 Page 2
13 1. That God worketh all things. 1. That God works all things. crd cst np1 vvz d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 2 Page 2
14 As he at first created all things, so he worketh all things; some by way of Efficiency, and special influence, others by way of Permission; or he worketh all things, whatsoever is not sinful. As he At First created all things, so he works all things; Some by Way of Efficiency, and special influence, Others by Way of Permission; or he works all things, whatsoever is not sinful. c-acp pns31 p-acp ord vvd d n2, av pns31 vvz d n2; d p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1, n2-jn p-acp n1 pp-f n1; cc pns31 vvz d n2, r-crq vbz xx j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 2 Page 2
15 2. That he doth it according to the counsel of his will. 2. That he does it according to the counsel of his will. crd cst pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 3 Page 2
16 I am aware, that there are some Divines, who restrain the Universal Particle all things, to the things before spoken of, or at least to all those things which God worketh in a way of Efficiency. The latter is Bellarmine's sense, for which he quoteth Hierome. I do rather encline to those Interpreters, who think, all things, are to be interpreted more generally. I am aware, that there Are Some Divines, who restrain the Universal Particle all things, to the things before spoken of, or At least to all those things which God works in a Way of Efficiency. The latter is Bellarmine's sense, for which he quoteth Jerome. I do rather incline to those Interpreters, who think, all things, Are to be interpreted more generally. pns11 vbm j, cst a-acp vbr d vvz, r-crq vvb dt j-u n1 d n2, p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn pp-f, cc p-acp ds p-acp d d n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt d vbz npg1 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz np1. pns11 vdb av-c vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vvb, d n2, vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av-dc av-j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
17 Nor is there any fear, that by this interpretation we should make God the Author of sin: for besides that, Nor is there any Fear, that by this Interpretation we should make God the Author of since: for beside that, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1, cst p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1: p-acp a-acp cst, (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
18 after Bellarmine had spit his Venom against Calvin and Beza, he could find out a way himself to entitle God to all things, yet not to sin; After Bellarmine had spit his Venom against calvin and Beza, he could find out a Way himself to entitle God to all things, yet not to sin; c-acp np1 vhd vvb po31 n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, pns31 vmd vvi av dt n1 px31 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n2, av xx pc-acp vvi; (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
100 and have our being, Acts 17. My Father worketh hitherto, and I work, John 5.17. and have our being, Acts 17. My Father works hitherto, and I work, John 5.17. cc vhb po12 n1, n2 crd po11 n1 vvz av, cc pns11 vvb, np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 7
19 for he tells us right, Peccatum facere est deficere; certainly all actions as things, or natural motions, must be from him, in whom we live, move, and have our being; for he tells us right, Peccatum facere est deficere; Certainly all actions as things, or natural motions, must be from him, in whom we live, move, and have our being; c-acp pns31 vvz pno12 vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; av-j d n2 c-acp n2, cc j n2, vmb vbi p-acp pno31, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vhb po12 n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
20 though the irregularity, obliquity, malice and deformity, and crookedness of actions (in which alone lyes the sinfulness of them) is not from God, but from the corruption and malice of the sinners hearts. Now the very esse formale of sin (if it be not improper to say so) lyeth not in the natural action, but in the obliquity and deviation of the action from the Divine rule; and this neither Calvin nor Beza, nor any valuable person, ever ascribed unto God. though the irregularity, obliquity, malice and deformity, and crookedness of actions (in which alone lies the sinfulness of them) is not from God, but from the corruption and malice of the Sinners hearts. Now the very esse formal of since (if it be not improper to say so) lies not in the natural actium, but in the obliquity and deviation of the actium from the Divine Rule; and this neither calvin nor Beza, nor any valuable person, ever ascribed unto God. cs dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n2 (p-acp r-crq av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f pno32) vbz xx p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n2. av dt j fw-la j pp-f n1 (cs pn31 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi av) vvz xx p-acp dt j n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; cc d d np1 ccx np1, ccx d j n1, av vvn p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
21 And therefore the All things of the Text may safely be understood, of all beings, natural motions and actions, and to entitle God to them, is no more than to say after the Apostle, In him we live and move, and have our being. And Therefore the All things of the Text may safely be understood, of all beings, natural motions and actions, and to entitle God to them, is no more than to say After the Apostle, In him we live and move, and have our being. cc av dt d n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-j vbi vvn, pp-f d n2, j n2 cc n2, cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, vbz dx dc cs pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb cc vvi, cc vhb po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
22 Now the Text doth not only say, That God worketh all things, but that he worketh all things according to the counsel of his will, that is, Now the Text does not only say, That God works all things, but that he works all things according to the counsel of his will, that is, av dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi, cst np1 vvz d n2, p-acp cst pns31 vvz d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst vbz, (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
23 an eternal Decree made in infinite wisdom. an Eternal decree made in infinite Wisdom. dt j n1 vvn p-acp j n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
24 So that two Propositions are plain enough in the Text, 1. That there hath been an eternal purpose and counsel of the Divine will concerning all things. So that two Propositions Are plain enough in the Text, 1. That there hath been an Eternal purpose and counsel of the Divine will Concerning all things. av d crd n2 vbr j av-d p-acp dt n1, crd d a-acp vhz vbn dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
25 2. That according to this eternal counsel of the Divine will the Lord worketh all things. 2. That according to this Eternal counsel of the Divine will the Lord works all things. crd cst vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 dt n1 vvz d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 4 Page 3
26 I begin with the first of these. I begin with the First of these. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f d. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 3
27 Nothing hath come to pass, nor ever shall, but what the will and counsel of God hath before determined, that it shall be; observe that phrase, That it shall be. There are many things have been done, Nothing hath come to pass, nor ever shall, but what the will and counsel of God hath before determined, that it shall be; observe that phrase, That it shall be. There Are many things have been done, pix vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, ccx av vmb, cc-acp r-crq dt vmb cc n1 pp-f np1 vhz p-acp vvn, cst pn31 vmb vbi; vvb d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi. pc-acp vbr d n2 vhb vbn vdn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 3
28 and are every day done, or doing in the world, which the purity and holiness of God, will allow him to have no efficiency in; but there is no effect which he hath not willed should be done. Indeed concerning the means, the primary efficient, and Are every day done, or doing in the world, which the purity and holiness of God, will allow him to have no efficiency in; but there is no Effect which he hath not willed should be done. Indeed Concerning the means, the primary efficient, cc vbr d n1 vdn, cc vdg p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp; p-acp pc-acp vbz dx vvi r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn vmd vbi vdn. av vvg dt n2, dt j j, (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 3
29 or instrumental causes of actions, Gods VVill hath moved variously. or instrumental Causes of actions, God's Will hath moved variously. cc j n2 pp-f n2, n2 vmb vhz vvn av-j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 3
30 For all good things, motions, or actions that have any goodness in them, himself hath willed to do 'em, For all good things, motions, or actions that have any Goodness in them, himself hath willed to do they, p-acp d j n2, n2, cc n2 cst vhb d n1 p-acp pno32, px31 vhz vvn pc-acp vdi pno32, (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 3
31 and to concur as a principal efficient cause. The A postle telleth us, that every good and perfect gift cometh down from above, which is not only true of spiritual gifts, habits, and influences, but of natural actions and motions, such as are purely so, and to concur as a principal efficient cause. The A postle Telleth us, that every good and perfect gift comes down from above, which is not only true of spiritual Gifts, habits, and influences, but of natural actions and motions, such as Are purely so, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn j n1. dt np1 n1 vvz pno12, cst d j cc j n1 vvz a-acp p-acp a-acp, r-crq vbz xx av-j j pp-f j n2, n2, cc n2, p-acp pp-f j n2 cc n2, d c-acp vbr av-j av, (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
32 and abstractly considered from any malice and filthiness, or irregularity cleaving to them; for the Apostle telleth us, In him we live and move. and abstractly considered from any malice and filthiness, or irregularity cleaving to them; for the Apostle Telleth us, In him we live and move. cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, cc n1 vvg p-acp pno32; c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb cc vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
154 or all of the trouble of our lives. or all of the trouble of our lives. cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
33 Now whereas all motions and actions, are either good or evil; as to the first, it is readily granted, the first mover must be the efficient of motions. God is the fountain and original of all good. Now whereas all motions and actions, Are either good or evil; as to the First, it is readily granted, the First mover must be the efficient of motions. God is the fountain and original of all good. av cs d n2 cc n2, vbr d j cc j-jn; a-acp p-acp dt ord, pn31 vbz av-j vvn, dt ord n1 vmb vbi dt j pp-f n2. np1 vbz dt n1 cc n-jn pp-f d j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
34 And in this sense that of our Saviour is true, There is none good but God. And in this sense that of our Saviour is true, There is none good but God. cc p-acp d n1 cst pp-f po12 n1 vbz j, a-acp vbz pix j p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
35 There is a goodness in natural habits and actions, a goodness of being considering the motions and actions purely as natural, without the tincture of a vitiated will, or affections and passions debauched. There is a further goodness in spiritual habits and actions. All is from God, There is a Goodness in natural habits and actions, a Goodness of being considering the motions and actions purely as natural, without the tincture of a vitiated will, or affections and passion debauched. There is a further Goodness in spiritual habits and actions. All is from God, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f vbg vvg dt n2 cc n2 av-j p-acp j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvd n1, cc n2 cc n2 vvn. pc-acp vbz dt jc n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2. d vbz p-acp np1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
36 and concerning every good action or motion in either sense, there hath passed an eternal purpose or counsel. and Concerning every good actium or motion in either sense, there hath passed an Eternal purpose or counsel. cc vvg d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vhz vvn dt j n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 5 Page 4
37 The only doubt can be, is concerning evil actions vitiated from the corrupt and debauched will, and affections and passions of men. The only doubt can be, is Concerning evil actions vitiated from the corrupt and debauched will, and affections and passion of men. dt j n1 vmb vbi, vbz vvg j-jn n2 vvd p-acp dt j cc vvn n1, cc n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
38 As to which it is on all hands most readily granted, That God is not the author of them as such, nor willed to effect them; As to which it is on all hands most readily granted, That God is not the author of them as such, nor willed to Effect them; c-acp p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp d n2 av-ds av-j vvn, cst np1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp d, ccx vvd pc-acp vvi pno32; (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
39 he hath neither commanded them, nor approved them, but he hath willed that these should be done, he hath willed the permission of them. And this is so evident, both from Scripture, and from Reason, raising conclusions from scriptural principles, that it can with no modesty be denied. he hath neither commanded them, nor approved them, but he hath willed that these should be done, he hath willed the permission of them. And this is so evident, both from Scripture, and from Reason, raising conclusions from scriptural principles, that it can with no modesty be denied. pns31 vhz dx vvd pno32, ccx vvd pno32, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvd cst d vmd vbi vdn, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32. cc d vbz av j, av-d p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, vvg n2 p-acp j n2, cst pn31 vmb p-acp dx n1 vbb vvn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
40 I will prove it but from one instance of Scripture, but that so high as nothing can be higher, I will prove it but from one instance of Scripture, but that so high as nothing can be higher, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp cst av j c-acp pix vmb vbi jc, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
41 and so plainly asserted, as nothing can be plainer. and so plainly asserted, as nothing can be plainer. cc av av-j vvn, c-acp pix vmb vbi jc. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
42 You shall find it Acts 4.27, 28. For of a truth against thy holy child Jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, You shall find it Acts 4.27, 28. For of a truth against thy holy child jesus, whom thou hast anointed, both Herod, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 n2 crd, crd p-acp pp-f dt n1 p-acp po21 j n1 np1, ro-crq pns21 vh2 vvn, d np1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
43 and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the children of Israel were gathered together, for to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done. and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles, and the children of Israel were gathered together, for to do whatsoever thy hand and thy counsel determined before to be done. cc np1 np1, p-acp dt n2-j, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn av, c-acp pc-acp vdi r-crq po21 n1 cc po21 n1 vvd a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
44 There certainly never was, nor is it possible there ever should be, an higher act of wickedness committed in the world, There Certainly never was, nor is it possible there ever should be, an higher act of wickedness committed in the world, a-acp av-j av vbds, ccx vbz pn31 j pc-acp av vmd vbi, dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
45 than the adjudging to death, and crucifying the Lord Jesus Christ, who was the eternal Son of God, than the adjudging to death, and crucifying the Lord jesus christ, who was the Eternal Son of God, cs dt j p-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1 np1 np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
46 and the most just and righteous person that ever was in the world. and the most just and righteous person that ever was in the world. cc dt av-ds j cc j n1 cst av vbds p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
47 There was a great Combination, as to this murther, Herod, Pontius Pilate, Judas, the Jews, the Gentiles: Judas betrayed him, Herod mock't him, Pontius Pilate condemned him, the Jews accused him, the Jews and Gentiles crucified him. They all did their highly sinful parts. There was a great Combination, as to this murder, Herod, Pontius Pilate, Judas, the jews, the Gentiles: Judas betrayed him, Herod mocked him, Pontius Pilate condemned him, the jews accused him, the jews and Gentiles Crucified him. They all did their highly sinful parts. pc-acp vbds dt j n1, a-acp p-acp d vvi, np1, np1 np1, np1, dt np2, dt np1: np1 vvd pno31, np1 vvd pno31, np1 np1 vvd pno31, dt np2 vvn pno31, dt np2 cc np1 vvd pno31. pns32 d vdd po32 av-j j n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 4
48 Now one would think, and may reasonably conclude, that if there ever had been, or could have been, Now one would think, and may reasonably conclude, that if there ever had been, or could have been, av pi vmd vvi, cc vmb av-j vvi, cst cs a-acp av vhd vbn, cc vmd vhi vbn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
8897 nor ever was designed by God as an effectual means in order to that end: nor ever was designed by God as an effectual means in order to that end: ccx av vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
49 an action done in the world, which had slipped the eternal will, and counsel of God, and come to pass whiles the watchman of Israel had been asleep, or which God never thought on, it should have been this action. But, saith the Apostle, they all in this act, this horrid act, did no more than what Gods hand and counsel had before determined to be done. an actium done in the world, which had slipped the Eternal will, and counsel of God, and come to pass while the watchman of Israel had been asleep, or which God never Thought on, it should have been this actium. But, Says the Apostle, they all in this act, this horrid act, did no more than what God's hand and counsel had before determined to be done. dt n1 vdn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd vvn dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vbn j, cc r-crq np1 av-x vvd a-acp, pn31 vmd vhi vbn d n1. p-acp, vvz dt n1, pns32 d p-acp d vvi, d j n1, vdd dx dc cs r-crq npg1 n1 cc n1 vhd a-acp vvn pc-acp vbi vdn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
50 The words are NONLATINALPHABET, Gods Counsel determined not to do it, but that it should be done. The words Are, God's Counsel determined not to do it, but that it should be done. dt n2 vbr, npg1 vvb vvd xx pc-acp vdi pn31, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi vdn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
51 The word NONLATINALPHABET is often used in holy writ, and usually it is translated predestinated, as ver. 5. of this Chapter, and in my Text; and so also Rom. 8.29. Whom he predestinated; in 1 Cor. 2.7. The word is often used in holy writ, and usually it is translated predestinated, as for. 5. of this Chapter, and in my Text; and so also Rom. 8.29. Whom he predestinated; in 1 Cor. 2.7. dt n1 vbz av vvn p-acp j n1, cc av-j pn31 vbz vvn vvn, p-acp p-acp. crd pp-f d n1, cc p-acp po11 n1; cc av av np1 crd. ro-crq pns31 vvn; p-acp crd np1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
52 it is translated ordained. It apparently signifieth a Predetermination of persons, or things, and is used with reference to both, it is translated ordained. It apparently signifies a Predetermination of Persons, or things, and is used with Referente to both, pn31 vbz vvn vvn. pn31 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
53 and that both as to good and evil things. and that both as to good and evil things. cc cst d c-acp p-acp j cc j-jn n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
54 I shall only further give you the note of a very great Divine upon it, that it signifieth such a Predetermination of things, I shall only further give you the note of a very great Divine upon it, that it signifies such a Predetermination of things, pns11 vmb j jc vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j j j-jn p-acp pn31, cst pn31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
55 as not only comprehendeth the end, but the means leading to that end. as not only comprehendeth the end, but the means leading to that end. c-acp xx av-j vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp d n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
56 But in a further evidence of this, let us use our reason a little, though still exercising it upon scriptural Principles. My first argument shall be, But in a further evidence of this, let us use our reason a little, though still exercising it upon scriptural Principles. My First argument shall be, p-acp p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n1 dt j, cs av vvg pn31 p-acp j n2. po11 ord n1 vmb vbi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 6 Page 5
57 First, From Gods certain fore-knowledg of all things. I will open it in three things: First, From God's certain foreknowledge of all things. I will open it in three things: ord, p-acp npg1 j n1 pp-f d n2. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 7 Page 5
58 1. God from all eternity did certainly and infallibly foreknow whatsoever should come to pass in the world. 1. God from all eternity did Certainly and infallibly foreknow whatsoever should come to pass in the world. crd np1 p-acp d n1 vdd av-j cc av-j vvi r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
59 The holy Scripture is very plentiful in asserting the perfection of the Divine knowledg, Prov. 5.21. The ways of man are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all their goings. Prov. 15.3. His eyes are everywhere beholding the evil and the good. Psal. 139.3. Thou art acquainted with all my ways. Jer. 16.17. Mine eyes are upon all thy ways. Heb. 4.13. Neither is there any creature but is manifest in his sight: The holy Scripture is very plentiful in asserting the perfection of the Divine knowledge, Curae 5.21. The ways of man Are before the eyes of the Lord, and he pondereth all their goings. Curae 15.3. His eyes Are everywhere beholding the evil and the good. Psalm 139.3. Thou art acquainted with all my ways. Jer. 16.17. Mine eyes Are upon all thy ways. Hebrew 4.13. Neither is there any creature but is manifest in his sighed: dt j n1 vbz av j p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns31 vvz d po32 n2-vvg. np1 crd. po31 n2 vbr av vvg dt j-jn cc dt j. np1 crd. pns21 vb2r vvn p-acp d po11 n2. np1 crd. po11 n2 vbr p-acp d po21 n2. np1 crd. d vbz pc-acp d n1 cc-acp vbz j p-acp po31 n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
60 but all things are naked and open to that God with whom we have to do. 1 John 3.20. God is greater than our hearts, and knoweth all things. but all things Are naked and open to that God with whom we have to do. 1 John 3.20. God is greater than our hearts, and Knoweth all things. cc-acp d n2 vbr j cc j p-acp cst np1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi. vvn np1 crd. np1 vbz jc cs po12 n2, cc vvz d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
61 Now all things considered from eternity, were either such things which it was possible might be, Now all things considered from eternity, were either such things which it was possible might be, av d n2 vvn p-acp n1, vbdr d d n2 r-crq pn31 vbds j vmd vbi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
62 but never were, nor are, nor shall be. God knew these things: He calleth the things that are not, as if they were, Rom. 4.17. he saw them in suo potenti, as he was able to have produced them. but never were, nor Are, nor shall be. God knew these things: He calls the things that Are not, as if they were, Rom. 4.17. he saw them in Sue potenti, as he was able to have produced them. cc-acp av-x vbdr, ccx vbr, ccx vmb vbi. np1 vvd d n2: pns31 vvz dt n2 cst vbr xx, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr, np1 crd. pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp fw-la fw-la, c-acp pns31 vbds j pc-acp vhi vvn pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
63 This Divines call scientiam simplicis intelligentiae. Or secondly, They are such things as have been, now are, or shall be. These things also God knew from eternity: This Divines call scientiam Simplicio intelligentiae. Or secondly, They Are such things as have been, now Are, or shall be. These things also God knew from eternity: d n2-jn vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc ord, pns32 vbr d n2 c-acp vhb vbn, av vbr, cc vmb vbi. d n2 av np1 vvd p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
64 Divines say, God knoweth these, In suo volenti per scientiam visionis. He from eternity saw them in a certain futurity, as things which should certainly be: Divines say, God Knoweth these, In Sue volenti per scientiam visionis. He from eternity saw them in a certain futurity, as things which should Certainly be: vvz vvi, np1 vvz d, p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. pns31 p-acp n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n2 r-crq vmd av-j vbi: (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 5
65 for God doth not know things as we do by succession, one thing to day, another thing to morrow; for God does not know things as we do by succession, one thing to day, Another thing to morrow; p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi n2 c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp n1, crd n1 p-acp n1, j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 6
66 for then there must have been a time when God was ignorant of some things, which were blasphemy to assert: for then there must have been a time when God was ignorant of Some things, which were blasphemy to assert: c-acp cs pc-acp vmb vhi vbn dt n1 c-crq np1 vbds j pp-f d n2, r-crq vbdr n1 pc-acp vvb: (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 6
67 but such is the perfect nature of God, that he must by the same Act, but such is the perfect nature of God, that he must by the same Act, cc-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmb p-acp dt d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 6
68 and at the same time have a perfect knowledg of all things, that ever were to come to pass in the created world. and At the same time have a perfect knowledge of all things, that ever were to come to pass in the created world. cc p-acp dt d n1 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cst av vbdr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 8 Page 6
69 2. Supposing now that God from all eternity had such a perfect knowledg of things, it followeth of necessity, That they were certainly to be, and have a certain existence: 2. Supposing now that God from all eternity had such a perfect knowledge of things, it follows of necessity, That they were Certainly to be, and have a certain existence: crd vvg av cst np1 p-acp d n1 vhd d dt j n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vvz pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbdr av-j pc-acp vbi, cc vhb dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 9 Page 6
70 for God could not know, and see those things in a future existence, of whose future existence there was no certainty; for God could not know, and see those things in a future existence, of whose future existence there was no certainty; p-acp np1 vmd xx vvi, cc vvi d n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, pp-f rg-crq j-jn n1 a-acp vbds dx n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 9 Page 6
71 which by the way is a concludent argument against the new device of Molina, Fonseca, Suarez, Lessius, and some other Jesuites, since embraced by Vorstius, Arminius, Grevinchovius, and their followers, who have devised a middle kind of conditional knowledg in God. which by the Way is a concludent argument against the new device of molina, Fonseca, Suarez, Lessius, and Some other Jesuits, since embraced by Vorstius, Arminius, Grevinchovius, and their followers, who have devised a middle kind of conditional knowledge in God. r-crq p-acp dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, cc d j-jn np2, a-acp vvn p-acp np1, np1, np1, cc po32 n2, r-crq vhb vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 9 Page 6
72 Thus they say, that God knew that if Peter or James were in such circumstances they would believe. Thus they say, that God knew that if Peter or James were in such Circumstances they would believe. av pns32 vvb, cst np1 vvd cst cs np1 cc np1 vbdr p-acp d n2 pns32 vmd vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 9 Page 6
73 But this is to say nothing, for if there were no certainty of Peter's believing from eternity, God could not certainly know, what was not certainly to be. But this is to say nothing, for if there were no certainty of Peter's believing from eternity, God could not Certainly know, what was not Certainly to be. p-acp d vbz pc-acp vvi pix, c-acp cs pc-acp vbdr dx n1 pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp n1, np1 vmd xx av-j vvi, r-crq vbds xx av-j pc-acp vbi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 9 Page 6
74 3. Now I would gladly be instructed by any who stumbleth at this Counsel and purpose of God, what but the will of God determining the event, could give a certainty of being, 3. Now I would gladly be instructed by any who stumbleth At this Counsel and purpose of God, what but the will of God determining the event, could give a certainty of being, crd av pns11 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp d r-crq vvz p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1, vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f vbg, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
75 or existence to any event? If the things that are, might not have been, or existence to any event? If the things that Are, might not have been, cc n1 p-acp d n1? cs dt n2 cst vbr, vmd xx vhi vbn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
76 then (as I said before) God from eternity could not have had a certain knowledg of them as things to be: then (as I said before) God from eternity could not have had a certain knowledge of them as things to be: av (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) np1 p-acp n1 vmd xx vhi vhn dt j n1 pp-f pno32 c-acp n2 pc-acp vbi: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
77 if there were a necessity of their being, what could make it but the will and purpose of God? For example: if there were a necessity of their being, what could make it but the will and purpose of God? For Exampl: cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg, q-crq vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
78 God did from all eternity certainly know, that his blessed Son our Lord and Saviour, should be born of the Virgin Mary, in the time of Augustus Caesar, and here live some years, and then be crucified; God did from all eternity Certainly know, that his blessed Son our Lord and Saviour, should be born of the Virgae Marry, in the time of Augustus Caesar, and Here live Some Years, and then be Crucified; np1 vdd p-acp d n1 av-j vvb, cst po31 vvn n1 po12 n1 cc np1, vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 uh, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, cc av vvb d n2, cc av vbi vvn; (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
79 he did certainly know, that Herod should mock him, Pilate judg and condemn him, the Jews crucifie him. he did Certainly know, that Herod should mock him, Pilate judge and condemn him, the jews crucify him. pns31 vdd av-j vvi, cst np1 vmd vvi pno31, np1 vvb cc vvb pno31, dt np2 vvi pno31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
80 Then I say from all eternity, these things were certainly to be, otherwise God could not have known them: Then I say from all eternity, these things were Certainly to be, otherwise God could not have known them: cs pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, d n2 vbdr av-j pc-acp vbi, av np1 vmd xx vhi vvn pno32: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
81 God indeed did not decree to put that malice into the heart of Pilate, Herod, or the Jews. But he did decree that such persons should be, God indeed did not Decree to put that malice into the heart of Pilate, Herod, or the jews. But he did Decree that such Persons should be, np1 av vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc dt np2. p-acp pns31 vdd vvi cst d n2 vmd vbi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 6
82 and to suffer them to execute that malice of their hearts, yea and to influence them to those actions, so far as they were natural actions: and to suffer them to execute that malice of their hearts, yea and to influence them to those actions, so Far as they were natural actions: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f po32 n2, uh cc p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp d n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr j n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
83 without that influence, neither Herod could have opened his mouth to mock him, nor Pilate to condemn him; without that influence, neither Herod could have opened his Mouth to mock him, nor Pilate to condemn him; p-acp d n1, dx np1 vmd vhi vvn po31 n1 p-acp vvb pno31, ccx np1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
84 nor could the Jews have lifted up their hands, to have either made a cross, or driven a nail. nor could the jews have lifted up their hands, to have either made a cross, or driven a nail. ccx vmd dt np2 vhb vvn a-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vhi d vvn dt n1, cc vvn dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
85 That indeed they used this their natural strength, and power, their tongues and hands thus wickedly, That indeed they used this their natural strength, and power, their tongues and hands thus wickedly, cst av pns32 vvd d po32 j n1, cc n1, po32 n2 cc n2 av av-j, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
86 and maliciously, this was from the Devil, and from their own lusts; and maliciously, this was from the devil, and from their own Lustiest; cc av-j, d vbds p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 d n2; (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
87 but God willed that it should be done, though he did not will to do it in a way of efficiency. but God willed that it should be done, though he did not will to do it in a Way of efficiency. cc-acp np1 vvd cst pn31 vmd vbi vdn, cs pns31 vdd xx n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
88 This was that which gravelled Vorstius (a man of a clear head, and great Learning and Reason, This was that which graveled Vorstius (a man of a clear head, and great Learning and Reason, d vbds d r-crq vvn np1 (dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc j n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
89 though corrupt, having not learned to submit his Reason to the Word of God), though corrupt, having not learned to submit his Reason to the Word of God), cs j, vhg xx vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1), (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
90 so that he confesseth it a very great difficulty to fix an immutable cause of the certain existence of future contingencies: so that he Confesses it a very great difficulty to fix an immutable cause of the certain existence of future contingencies: av cst pns31 vvz pn31 dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
91 he reckons up all that is said, and at last reckons this for one opinion, The determination of the Divine will, in which God beheld all things as certainly decreed, which were to be effected, he reckons up all that is said, and At last reckons this for one opinion, The determination of the Divine will, in which God beheld all things as Certainly decreed, which were to be effected, pns31 vvz a-acp d cst vbz vvn, cc p-acp ord vvz d p-acp crd n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvd d n2 c-acp av-j vvn, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
92 as in the first efficient cause effectually decreeing them. He saith, That as this is the most received, so it is the truest opinion, as in the First efficient cause effectually decreeing them. He Says, That as this is the most received, so it is the Truest opinion, c-acp p-acp dt ord j n1 av-j vvg pno32. pns31 vvz, cst p-acp d vbz dt av-ds vvn, av pn31 vbz dt js n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
93 if it be not extended to all future things, even to sins, &c. And again he tells us, That whatsoever we fix as the cause either of Gods fore-knowledg, if it be not extended to all future things, even to Sins, etc. And again he tells us, That whatsoever we fix as the cause either of God's foreknowledge, cs pn31 vbb xx vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, av p-acp n2, av cc av pns31 vvz pno12, cst r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f npg1 n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
94 or the future existence of things, we shall everywhere find Labyrinthum inexplicabilem, an inexplicable Labyrinth. And indeed it is not to be determined, How God should know all things from all eternity, or the future existence of things, we shall everywhere find Labyrinthum inexplicabilem, an inexplicable Labyrinth. And indeed it is not to be determined, How God should know all things from all eternity, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, pns12 vmb av vvi np1 fw-la, dt j n1. cc av pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, c-crq np1 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
95 if he had not willed them to be, either by his efficiency or permission. And our adversaries you see in this point, agree it the best way to fix it there; if he had not willed them to be, either by his efficiency or permission. And our Adversaries you see in this point, agree it the best Way to fix it there; cs pns31 vhd xx vvn pno32 pc-acp vbi, d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. cc po12 n2 pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 dt js n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
96 only they are afraid, If God willed sin to be, he must needs be the author of it: only they Are afraid, If God willed since to be, he must needs be the author of it: av-j pns32 vbr j, cs np1 vvd n1 pc-acp vbi, pns31 vmb av vbb dt n1 pp-f pn31: (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
97 That we deny, we say he did not will the infusion of any sinful habit, nor the doing of any sinful act, only that it should be done; That we deny, we say he did not will the infusion of any sinful habit, nor the doing of any sinful act, only that it should be done; cst pns12 vvb, pns12 vvb pns31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f d j n1, ccx dt vdg pp-f d j n1, av-j cst pn31 vmd vbi vdn; (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
98 and you heard before, the Scripture speaketh plainly enough in this case, That the Counsel of God had determined that should be done, which was done against Christ by Herod, Pontius Pilate, and the Jews. and you herd before, the Scripture speaks plainly enough in this case, That the Counsel of God had determined that should be done, which was done against christ by Herod, Pontius Pilate, and the jews. cc pn22 vvd a-acp, dt n1 vvz av-j d p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn cst vmd vbi vdn, r-crq vbds vdn p-acp np1 p-acp np1, np1 np1, cc dt np2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 10 Page 7
99 2. My second proof shall be from the actual Providence of God, extending to all motions and actions. The Scripture is full of expressions, proving this, In him we live, move, 2. My second proof shall be from the actual Providence of God, extending to all motions and actions. The Scripture is full of expressions, proving this, In him we live, move, crd po11 ord n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp d n2 cc n2. dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2, vvg d, p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 7
101 My Text saith, He worketh all things. The actual Providence of God is a certain Servant to the Eternal Will, Purpose, and Counsel of God. My Text Says, He works all things. The actual Providence of God is a certain Servant to the Eternal Will, Purpose, and Counsel of God. po11 n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d n2. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, vvb, cc n1 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 7
102 It doth but execute the eternal thoughts and decrees. Look as every rational agent first thinketh, deliberateth, and determineth with himself what to do, It does but execute the Eternal thoughts and decrees. Look as every rational agent First Thinketh, deliberateth, and determineth with himself what to do, pn31 vdz p-acp vvi dt j n2 cc n2. n1 p-acp d j n1 ord vvz, vvz, cc vvz p-acp px31 r-crq pc-acp vdi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
103 and then his hands are employed to execute his purposes and deliberations: and then his hands Are employed to execute his Purposes and deliberations: cc av po31 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n2 cc n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
104 so God being the highest rational Agent, doth nothing in time, which did not meet with an eternal thought, nothing but what he had from eternity resolved, and determined should be done. so God being the highest rational Agent, does nothing in time, which did not meet with an Eternal Thought, nothing but what he had from eternity resolved, and determined should be done. av np1 vbg dt js j n1, vdz pix p-acp n1, r-crq vdd xx vvi p-acp dt j n1, pix cc-acp r-crq pns31 vhd p-acp n1 vvn, cc vvd vmd vbi vdn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
105 First, the Counsel of his Will passed upon the thing that it should be, then his Providence bringeth it about, First, the Counsel of his Will passed upon the thing that it should be, then his Providence brings it about, ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi, cs po31 n1 vvz pn31 a-acp, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
106 though in a different manner suited to the purity and holiness of God: for God cannot be the author of sin. though in a different manner suited to the purity and holiness of God: for God cannot be the author of since. cs p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: c-acp n1 vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
107 The Providence of God therefore, as to actions that are evil, only permits the filth and obliquity of them, The Providence of God Therefore, as to actions that Are evil, only permits the filth and obliquity of them, dt n1 pp-f np1 av, c-acp p-acp n2 cst vbr j-jn, av-j vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
108 though it further concurreth to the motion, or action, as it is natural (for so it hath a goodness in it). though it further concurreth to the motion, or actium, as it is natural (for so it hath a Goodness in it). cs pn31 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, cc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j (c-acp av pn31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31). (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
109 As the Writing-master guideth the childs-hand in the Writing of its Letters, but guideth it not to make blots, As the Writing-master guideth the childs-hand in the Writing of its Letters, but guideth it not to make blots, p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp vvz pn31 xx pc-acp vvi n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
110 or any crooked or irregular strokes; or any crooked or irregular Strokes; cc d j cc j n2; (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
111 though it is true of him also, that if he pleased, he could hold the childs hand so steady, though it is true of him also, that if he pleased, he could hold the child's hand so steady, cs pn31 vbz j pp-f pno31 av, cst cs pns31 vvd, pns31 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1 av j, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
112 and so far influence it, that it should not make an irregular stroke. The Jews spit upon our Saviours face, they nailed him to the Cross; and so Far influence it, that it should not make an irregular stroke. The jews spit upon our Saviors face, they nailed him to the Cross; cc av av-j n1 pn31, cst pn31 vmd xx vvi dt j n1. dt np2 vvi p-acp po12 ng1 n1, pns32 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
113 if God by his Providence had not assisted their natural faculties to these actions, so far as they were natural, meerly natural, they could not have spoke or spit, if God by his Providence had not assisted their natural faculties to these actions, so Far as they were natural, merely natural, they could not have spoke or spit, cs np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhd xx vvn po32 j n2 p-acp d n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr j, av-j j, pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn cc vvd, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
114 nor moved an hand to lift up a crown of Thorns to his head, nor to have driven a nail into his flesh. nor moved an hand to lift up a crown of Thorns to his head, nor to have driven a nail into his Flesh. ccx vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, ccx pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
115 God did concur to uphold their natural strength to their natural action: God did concur to uphold their natural strength to their natural actium: np1 vdd vvi pc-acp vvi po32 j n1 p-acp po32 j n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
116 but now, That they spake bad words, rather than good, to, and of our blessed Lord; but now, That they spoke bad words, rather than good, to, and of our blessed Lord; cc-acp av, cst pns32 vvd j n2, av-c cs j, p-acp, cc pp-f po12 j-vvn n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
117 that they used their natural power to spit, (to the use of which God by his Providence concurred, rather to spit) upon Christs face than upon the ground, that they used their natural power to spit, (to the use of which God by his Providence concurred, rather to spit) upon Christ face than upon the ground, cst pns32 vvd po32 j n1 pc-acp vvi, (p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvn, av-c pc-acp vvi) p-acp npg1 n1 cs p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
118 and their strength rather to drive a nail into Christs flesh than into the bare wood, and their strength rather to drive a nail into Christ Flesh than into the bore wood, cc po32 n1 av-c pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 cs p-acp dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
119 and to work in their honest and lawful occupation; this was from the lust of their own hearts. and to work in their honest and lawful occupation; this was from the lust of their own hearts. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j cc j n1; d vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
120 Their sin was not in spitting or speaking, or driving a nail, but in spitting on Christs face, in speaking evil, Their since was not in spitting or speaking, or driving a nail, but in spitting on Christ face, in speaking evil, po32 n1 vbds xx p-acp vvg cc vvg, cc vvg dt n1, p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp vvg n-jn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
121 and blasphemously of Christ, in piercing his flesh with their nails: and blasphemously of christ, in piercing his Flesh with their nails: cc av-j pp-f np1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
122 This God had nothing further to do with, than to permit; for the just punishment of their former sin, This God had nothing further to do with, than to permit; for the just punishment of their former since, d np1 vhd pix av-j pc-acp vdi p-acp, cs pc-acp vvi; p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
123 and for the further working out of his own Glory in the salvation of those for whom Christ dyed. and for the further working out of his own Glory in the salvation of those for whom christ died. cc p-acp dt av-jc vvg av pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
124 In the mean time the Providence of God had its place about their sinful actions, In the mean time the Providence of God had its place about their sinful actions, p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 8
125 though not causing, or any way effecting them, yet permitting, and not hindering the doing of them, in assisting to the actions so far as they were natural. though not causing, or any Way effecting them, yet permitting, and not hindering the doing of them, in assisting to the actions so Far as they were natural. cs xx vvg, cc d n1 vvg pno32, av vvg, cc xx vvg dt vdg pp-f pno32, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 av av-j c-acp pns32 vbdr j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 9
126 And this motion of Divine Providence, (which is but a servant to the Divine Counsel), doth certainly conclude such a Divine Counsel, according to the nature of the operation of Providence. And this motion of Divine Providence, (which is but a servant to the Divine Counsel), does Certainly conclude such a Divine Counsel, according to the nature of the operation of Providence. cc d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1), vdz av-j vvi d dt j-jn n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 9
127 And this is enough to establish the Proposition. And this is enough to establish the Proposition. cc d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 11 Page 9
128 This Proposition in the first place sheweth us the Vanity of those who dream of an incertainty in the effects of Divine Providence: with reference to us there is a great incertainty, we know not what a day will bring forth; This Proposition in the First place shows us the Vanity of those who dream of an incertainty in the effects of Divine Providence: with Referente to us there is a great incertainty, we know not what a day will bring forth; d n1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f d r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1: p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbz dt j n1, pns12 vvb xx r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av; (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
129 but in it self there is none, there is nothing but hath met with an eternal thought. The truth is, a certainty of Divine knowledg doth necessarily infer a certainty of events; for God could not have a certain knowledg from eternity of such things, but in it self there is none, there is nothing but hath met with an Eternal Thought. The truth is, a certainty of Divine knowledge does necessarily infer a certainty of events; for God could not have a certain knowledge from eternity of such things, p-acp p-acp pn31 n1 pc-acp vbz pix, pc-acp vbz pix p-acp vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vdz av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n2; p-acp np1 vmd xx vhi dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
130 as in themselves were incertain, whether they should be or no. Vorstius grants that God is omniscient; but he expounds it thus, that he doth, Omnia scibilia exactissime scire quo quidem modo ipsa scibilia sunt; as in themselves were incertain, whither they should be or no. Vorstius grants that God is omniscient; but he expounds it thus, that he does, Omnia scibilia exactissime Scire quo quidem modo ipsa scibilia sunt; c-acp p-acp px32 vbdr j, cs pns32 vmd vbi cc uh-dx. np1 vvz cst np1 vbz j; p-acp pns31 vvz pn31 av, cst pns31 vdz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
131 That God knows all that could be known, in that manner that they were to be known: That God knows all that could be known, in that manner that they were to be known: cst np1 vvz d cst vmd vbi vvn, p-acp d n1 cst pns32 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn: (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
132 so then it seems there were some things that could not be known by him who calleth the things that are not as if they were. so then it seems there were Some things that could not be known by him who calls the things that Are not as if they were. av cs pn31 vvz a-acp vbdr d n2 cst vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz dt n2 cst vbr xx p-acp cs pns32 vbdr. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
133 I wonder what these things should be? he will tell you, Those things which depend upon the liberty of mans will. I wonder what these things should be? he will tell you, Those things which depend upon the liberty of men will. pns11 vvb q-crq d n2 vmd vbi? pns31 vmb vvi pn22, d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
134 So then here is another first cause and mover set up, and God knows nothing of the effects and motions of that, till they discover themselves in action. So then Here is Another First cause and mover Set up, and God knows nothing of the effects and motions of that, till they discover themselves in actium. av av av vbz j-jn ord n1 cc n1 vvn a-acp, cc np1 vvz pix pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d, c-acp pns32 vvb px32 p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
135 And I beseech you, consider how great a part of the Divine Knowledg this takes away. And I beseech you, Consider how great a part of the Divine Knowledge this Takes away. cc pns11 vvb pn22, vvb c-crq j dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 d vvz av. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
136 God according to this Doctrine could not from eternity certainly know any thing that depended upon the will of man, so that it leaveth God no certain knowledg, but of things in their own nature necessary, which is a strange notion of God, God according to this Doctrine could not from eternity Certainly know any thing that depended upon the will of man, so that it Leaveth God no certain knowledge, but of things in their own nature necessary, which is a strange notion of God, np1 vvg p-acp d n1 vmd xx p-acp n1 av-j vvi d n1 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av cst pn31 vvz np1 dx j n1, p-acp pp-f n2 p-acp po32 d n1 j, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
155 Fear, that torments us upon the prospect of some great evil probable, or likely to fall upon us. fear, that torments us upon the prospect of Some great evil probable, or likely to fallen upon us. vvb, cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j j-jn j, cc j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
175 and condemnings of our selves, for any omissions, or neglects of means are in vain, and to no purpose. and condemnings of our selves, for any omissions, or neglects of means Are in vain, and to no purpose. cc n2 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp d n2, cc vvz pp-f n2 vbr p-acp j, cc p-acp dx n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
137 yet necessary to be held by all those who are the Advocates of free-will, otherwise than as freedom is opposed to force and coaction: for if man hath a power to believe, or not to believe, God could not from eternity certainly know that man should believe, because he might not believe. yet necessary to be held by all those who Are the Advocates of freewill, otherwise than as freedom is opposed to force and coaction: for if man hath a power to believe, or not to believe, God could not from eternity Certainly know that man should believe, Because he might not believe. av j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d d r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, av cs p-acp n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi cc n1: c-acp cs n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc xx p-acp vvb, np1 vmd xx p-acp n1 av-j vvb d n1 vmd vvi, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
138 I cannot understand how this assertion of the necessity of events, in regard of the Counsel of God concernig them, should (as they say) take away the Providence of God: for what do they mean by Providence, I cannot understand how this assertion of the necessity of events, in regard of the Counsel of God Concerning them, should (as they say) take away the Providence of God: for what do they mean by Providence, pns11 vmbx vvi c-crq d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno32, vmd (c-acp pns32 vvb) vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1: p-acp q-crq vdb pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 9
139 but Gods continual inspection of created Beings; his continual influence upon them to preserve and uphold their beings and faculties, and to govern their actions. but God's continual inspection of created Beings; his continual influence upon them to preserve and uphold their beings and faculties, and to govern their actions. cc-acp ng1 j n1 pp-f j-vvn n2; po31 j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vvb cc vvb po32 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp vvb po32 n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
140 Now supposing that God hath determined all Events, why he should not yet inspect all Agents, Now supposing that God hath determined all Events, why he should not yet inspect all Agents, av vvg cst np1 vhz vvn d n2, c-crq pns31 vmd xx av j d n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
141 and uphold their powers and faculties to those actions, which he hath willed to permit or effect, in order to the production of such effects and ends, and uphold their Powers and faculties to those actions, which he hath willed to permit or Effect, in order to the production of such effects and ends, cc vvi po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
142 and to govern all their motions and actions in order to that end, I cannot tell. and to govern all their motions and actions in order to that end, I cannot tell. cc pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmbx vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
143 Do they contend for a liberty for God to alter the series and course in which his will hath set all things? This indeed were reasonable for foolish man, whose second thoughts use to be best; Do they contend for a liberty for God to altar the series and course in which his will hath Set all things? This indeed were reasonable for foolish man, whose second thoughts use to be best; vdb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn d n2? np1 av vbdr j p-acp j n1, rg-crq ord n2 vvb pc-acp vbi js; (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
144 and whom succession of time teacheth knowledg; and whom succession of time Teaches knowledge; cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
145 but not for God, whose will never moved, but circumstanced with that infinite wisdom, that required not a second thought, but not for God, whose will never moved, but circumstanced with that infinite Wisdom, that required not a second Thought, cc-acp xx p-acp np1, r-crq vmb av-x vvn, cc-acp vvn p-acp d j n1, cst vvd xx dt ord vvd, (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
146 and whose name is I am, and his will as immutable as his essence. But I hasten to something from this Doctrine, which shall be more practical. and whose name is I am, and his will as immutable as his essence. But I hasten to something from this Doctrine, which shall be more practical. cc rg-crq n1 vbz pns11 vbm, cc po31 n1 c-acp j c-acp po31 n1. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pi p-acp d n1, r-crq vmb vbi av-dc j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 12 Page 10
147 This notion of the certainty of events from an eternal purpose of God, may be of great use for the quiet, stay, comfort and satisfaction of religious souls, under the ingrateful contingencies of this life; This notion of the certainty of events from an Eternal purpose of God, may be of great use for the quiet, stay, Comfort and satisfaction of religious Souls, under the ingrateful contingencies of this life; d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j-jn, vvb, n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
148 whether caused from the immediate hand of God, or from the malice and wickedness of men. whither caused from the immediate hand of God, or from the malice and wickedness of men. cs vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
149 There is nothing which cometh so to pass, but there first passed upon it the Counsel of the Divine Will: There is nothing which comes so to pass, but there First passed upon it the Counsel of the Divine Will: pc-acp vbz pix r-crq vvz av pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp ord vvd p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
150 Then, a working of Divine Providence, either effecting, or permitting it, immediately influencing the Agent, if it be good; Then, a working of Divine Providence, either effecting, or permitting it, immediately influencing the Agent, if it be good; av, dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn n1, av-d vvg, cc vvg pn31, av-j vvg dt n1, cs pn31 vbb j; (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
151 permitting the oblique motions of mans will to it, and in it, his lusts and passions in their boysterous motions, if the thing be evil. permitting the oblique motions of men will to it, and in it, his Lustiest and passion in their boisterous motions, if the thing be evil. vvg dt j n2 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp pn31, cc p-acp pn31, po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 j n2, cs dt n1 vbb j-jn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
152 We are creatures who are full of passions, exceedingly subject to the exorbitancies, and over-boylings of them. We Are creatures who Are full of passion, exceedingly Subject to the Extravagancies, and over-boylings of them. pns12 vbr n2 r-crq vbr j pp-f n2, av-vvg n-jn p-acp dt n2, cc j pp-f pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
153 In reference to evil, that is, things that are not pleasing to our external senses, there are two or three passions, which give us most, In Referente to evil, that is, things that Are not pleasing to our external Senses, there Are two or three passion, which give us most, p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn, cst vbz, n2 cst vbr xx vvg p-acp po12 j n2, pc-acp vbr crd cc crd n2, r-crq vvb pno12 av-ds, (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
156 Grief, that drowneth us upon the over-flowing of some Divine scourge upon our persons, families, or interests in the world. Anger, that corrodes, and consumes us, Grief, that drowneth us upon the overflowing of Some Divine scourge upon our Persons, families, or interests in the world. Anger, that corrodes, and consumes us, n1, cst vvz pno12 p-acp dt j pp-f d j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2, n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1. n1, d vvz, cc vvz pno12, (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
157 because we cannot be revenged upon such as have been the instruments of any evil to us. Because we cannot be revenged upon such as have been the Instruments of any evil to us. c-acp pns12 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f d n-jn p-acp pno12. (7) sermon (DIV3) 13 Page 10
158 In the operations of all these, our corrupt nature is very prone to exorbitancy. In the operations of all these, our corrupt nature is very prove to exorbitancy. p-acp dt n2 pp-f d d, po12 j n1 vbz av j p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 10
159 Now under all accidents, apt to elicite, irritate, or inflame these passions, and so to disorder, Now under all accidents, apt to elicit, irritate, or inflame these passion, and so to disorder, av p-acp d n2, j pc-acp vvi, fw-la, cc vvi d n2, cc av pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 10
160 and to spoil the quiet and composure of our minds, it should mightily stay us, that nothing is casual or contingent to God; and to spoil the quiet and composure of our minds, it should mightily stay us, that nothing is casual or contingent to God; cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vmd av-j vvi pno12, cst pix vbz j cc j p-acp np1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 11
161 nothing cometh to pass in time, but what he hath from all eternity determined, and set in order: nothing comes to pass in time, but what he hath from all eternity determined, and Set in order: pix vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp q-crq pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vvd, cc vvn p-acp n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 11
162 man hath done, can do no more, than what God hath purposed, nor suffer more than what he hath fixed by the eternal counsel of his will. There are two necessary consequents of this eternal Predestination, and Predestination of God, which if duly weighed, will wonderfully relieve, man hath done, can do no more, than what God hath purposed, nor suffer more than what he hath fixed by the Eternal counsel of his will. There Are two necessary consequents of this Eternal Predestination, and Predestination of God, which if duly weighed, will wonderfully relieve, n1 vhz vdn, vmb vdi av-dx av-dc, cs r-crq np1 vhz vvn, ccx vvi dc cs r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbr crd j n2-j pp-f d j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq cs av-jn vvn, vmb av-j vvi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 11
163 and stay the hearts of Gods People under the troublesom accidents and contingencies of this life. and stay the hearts of God's People under the troublesome accidents and contingencies of this life. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 14 Page 11
164 1. That although the Will and Counsel of God putteth no force upon rational agents, nor offers any violence to humane will, yet it layeth a necessity upon the event. 1. That although the Will and Counsel of God putteth no force upon rational agents, nor offers any violence to humane will, yet it Layeth a necessity upon the event. crd cst cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp j n2, ccx vvz d n1 p-acp j n1, av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
165 This is what a Generation in the world will not understand, but nothing can be plainer to any who have ears to hear, or a mind to understand. This is what a Generation in the world will not understand, but nothing can be plainer to any who have ears to hear, or a mind to understand. d vbz q-crq dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp pix vmb vbi jc p-acp d r-crq vhb n2 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
166 Gods Counsel (as you heard) predetermined the death of Jesus Christ: God's Counsel (as you herd) predetermined the death of jesus christ: npg1 n1 (c-acp pn22 vvd) vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 np1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
167 the Scripture plainly saith, That Herod, Pontius Pilate, and the Jews, did no more than what the Counsel of God had determined to be done, Act. 4.28. the Scripture plainly Says, That Herod, Pontius Pilate, and the jews, did no more than what the Counsel of God had determined to be done, Act. 4.28. dt n1 av-j vvz, cst np1, np1 np1, cc dt np2, vdd dx dc cs r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi vdn, n1 crd. (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
168 I would fain know now, whether (as to the event) it had been possible that Pontius Pilate should not have condemned, I would fain know now, whither (as to the event) it had been possible that Pontius Pilate should not have condemned, pns11 vmd av-j vvi av, cs (c-acp p-acp dt n1) pn31 vhd vbn j cst np1 np1 vmd xx vhi vvn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
169 or the Jews should not have crucified Christ; or the jews should not have Crucified christ; cc dt np2 vmd xx vhi vvn np1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
170 Who hath resisted his will at any time? Yet certainly none will say, but as to the action Judas was not forced to betray him, nor Pilate to condemn him; Who hath resisted his will At any time? Yet Certainly none will say, but as to the actium Judas was not forced to betray him, nor Pilate to condemn him; r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d n1? av av-j pi vmb vvi, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 np1 vbds xx vvn pc-acp vvi pno31, ccx np1 pc-acp vvi pno31; (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
171 they acted freely as to their action, although the event was necessary. they acted freely as to their actium, although the event was necessary. pns32 vvd av-j a-acp p-acp po32 n1, cs dt n1 vbds j. (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
172 Gods Counsel influenced the event, but not their wills to move them to the action. But I say, the necessity of the event, though it doth not justifie the Agent, nor authorize the Act; God's Counsel influenced the event, but not their wills to move them to the actium. But I say, the necessity of the event, though it does not justify the Agent, nor authorise the Act; npg1 n1 vvn dt n1, p-acp xx po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi dt n1, ccx vvi dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
173 yet it is of wonderful use to satisfie such, as suffer under such events; and that upon a double account. yet it is of wondered use to satisfy such, as suffer under such events; and that upon a double account. av pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi d, c-acp vvb p-acp d n2; cc cst p-acp dt j-jn n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 15 Page 11
174 1. As it letteth us know, That all our trouble and sollicitude, all our fears, griefs, all our suspicions, jealousies, 1. As it lets us know, That all our trouble and solicitude, all our fears, griefs, all our suspicions, jealousies, crd p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 vvi, cst d po12 n1 cc n1, d po12 n2, n2, d po12 n2, n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
176 The thing must, or will be, it must, or would have been; God had determined it, there was an eternal Counsel had passed upon it. The thing must, or will be, it must, or would have been; God had determined it, there was an Eternal Counsel had passed upon it. dt n1 vmb, cc vmb vbi, pn31 vmb, cc vmd vhi vbn; np1 vhd vvn pn31, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 vhd vvn p-acp pn31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
177 We are very prone upon sad events, to torture our selves with such reflexions as these; We Are very prove upon sad events, to torture our selves with such reflexions as these; pns12 vbr av j p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp d; (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
178 If this or that thing had not been done, if this or that means had not been used, this thing had not been, such a friend had not dyed, such a mischief had not befallen me. If this or that thing had not been done, if this or that means had not been used, this thing had not been, such a friend had not died, such a mischief had not befallen me. cs d cc d n1 vhd xx vbn vdn, cs d cc d n2 vhd xx vbn vvn, d n1 vhd xx vbn, d dt n1 vhd xx vvn, d dt n1 vhd xx vvn pno11. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
179 Lord! (saith Martha, John 11.21.) if thou hadst been here, my brother had not dyed. Lord! (Says Martha, John 11.21.) if thou Hadst been Here, my brother had not died. n1! (vvz np1, np1 crd.) cs pns21 vhd2 vbn av, po11 n1 vhd xx vvn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 11
180 We are wonderfully mistaken in these things: We Are wonderfully mistaken in these things: pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
181 It is true, that our knowledg that events are certain, is no justification of us in the neglect of the use of any means in order to the obtaining any good we desire, It is true, that our knowledge that events Are certain, is no justification of us in the neglect of the use of any means in order to the obtaining any good we desire, pn31 vbz j, cst po12 n1 cst n2 vbr j, vbz dx n1 pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg d j pns12 vvb, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
182 or preventing or removing of any evil upon us, or imminent over us: or preventing or removing of any evil upon us, or imminent over us: cc vvg cc vvg pp-f d n-jn p-acp pno12, cc j p-acp pno12: (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
183 and the reason is plain, 1. Because though the event be certain, yet we are not assured of it: and the reason is plain, 1. Because though the event be certain, yet we Are not assured of it: cc dt n1 vbz j, crd c-acp cs dt n1 vbb j, av pns12 vbr xx vvn pp-f pn31: (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
184 and as to duty, the case is the same of things which are not, and which appear not to us. 2. Because that God, who hath willed us any good, and as to duty, the case is the same of things which Are not, and which appear not to us. 2. Because that God, who hath willed us any good, cc c-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz dt d pp-f n2 r-crq vbr xx, cc r-crq vvi xx p-acp pno12. crd p-acp cst np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 d j, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
185 or the preventing or removing of any evil, hath willed both the one, and the other to be obtained, in the use of such means, or the preventing or removing of any evil, hath willed both the one, and the other to be obtained, in the use of such means, cc dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n-jn, vhz vvn d dt pi, cc dt n-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
186 as either in a natural way of working, or upon the evidence of reason, or direction of Scripture, appear proper for the obtaining it. as either in a natural Way of working, or upon the evidence of reason, or direction of Scripture, appear proper for the obtaining it. c-acp d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vvb j p-acp dt n-vvg pn31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
187 And 3. It is the Command of God we should use means. And 3. It is the Command of God we should use means. cc crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vmd vvi n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
188 But supposing no means neglected, the Predetermination of God ought to satisfie us, though we miss of some good, which we passionately desired, But supposing no means neglected, the Predetermination of God ought to satisfy us, though we miss of Some good, which we passionately desired, p-acp vvg dx n2 vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd pc-acp vvi pno12, c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f d j, r-crq pns12 av-j vvn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
189 or suffer under the pressure of some evil, which we passionately desired a deliverance from, and used all means in our power to be freed of: or suffer under the pressure of Some evil, which we passionately desired a deliverance from, and used all means in our power to be freed of: cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n-jn, r-crq pns12 av-j vvd dt n1 p-acp, cc vvd d n2 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f: (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
190 it should also quiet us as to any fears that are immoderate, and distracting our minds concerning any evil likely to befal us, it should also quiet us as to any fears that Are immoderate, and distracting our minds Concerning any evil likely to befall us, pn31 vmd av vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp d n2 cst vbr j, cc n-vvg po12 n2 vvg d j-jn j pc-acp vvi pno12, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
191 or any who relate to us, when we have it in prospect, and see it hanging over our heads. or any who relate to us, when we have it in prospect, and see it hanging over our Heads. cc d r-crq vvb p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vhb pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvb pn31 vvg p-acp po12 n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
192 It may also be of great use to still our spirits concerning means, less successfully, and ineffectually used to prevent such evils; It may also be of great use to still our spirits Concerning means, less successfully, and ineffectually used to prevent such evils; pn31 vmb av vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp av po12 n2 vvg n2, av-dc av-j, cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi d n2-jn; (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
193 yet, as I said before, and for the reasons I before mentioned, we must take heed of thinking that this certainty of the event, from the Divine Prescience and Will, giveth us any thing of a supersedeas, as to the use of any proper means, which we are equally obliged to use, yet, as I said before, and for the Reasons I before mentioned, we must take heed of thinking that this certainty of the event, from the Divine Prescience and Will, gives us any thing of a supersedeas, as to the use of any proper means, which we Are equally obliged to use, av, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, cc p-acp dt n2 pns11 a-acp vvn, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f vvg cst d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc vmb, vvz pno12 d n1 pp-f dt fw-la, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq pns12 vbr av-jn vvn pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
194 as if the event had been incertain and casual, and might as well not have been, as been. as if the event had been incertain and casual, and might as well not have been, as been. c-acp cs dt n1 vhd vbn j cc j, cc vmd p-acp av xx vhi vbn, c-acp vbn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 16 Page 12
196 for if all events (how ingrateful soever to us) are according to the eternal purpose of God, and the Counsel of the Divine Will, 1. They necessarily must be good. 2. The products of infinite wisdom. for if all events (how ingrateful soever to us) Are according to the Eternal purpose of God, and the Counsel of the Divine Will, 1. They necessarily must be good. 2. The products of infinite Wisdom. c-acp cs d n2 (c-crq j av p-acp pno12) vbr vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, crd pns32 av-j vmb vbi j. crd dt n2 pp-f j n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 17 Page 12
197 3. And of infinite love, and goodness to such, as love and fear God. 3. And of infinite love, and Goodness to such, as love and Fear God. crd cc pp-f j n1, cc n1 p-acp d, c-acp vvb cc vvb np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 17 Page 12
198 1. I say they necessarily must be good. I mean this of such as God hath willed to effect, not such events as God hath only willed to permit. 1. I say they necessarily must be good. I mean this of such as God hath willed to Effect, not such events as God hath only willed to permit. crd pns11 vvb pns32 av-j vmb vbi j. pns11 vvb d pp-f d c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp vvi, xx d n2 c-acp np1 vhz av-j vvn pc-acp vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 18 Page 12
199 But of the first sort are all evils of punishment. It is not beneath God to be the Author of his own Judgments: But of the First sort Are all evils of punishment. It is not beneath God to be the Author of his own Judgments: p-acp pp-f dt ord n1 vbr d n2-jn pp-f n1. pn31 vbz xx p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 18 Page 12
200 Evils of affliction are only nominally, and nuncupatively evil, and called so according to the language and apprehension of our sense. Evils of affliction Are only nominally, and nuncupatively evil, and called so according to the language and apprehension of our sense. n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr j av-j, cc av-j j-jn, cc vvd av vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 18 Page 13
201 2. They must needs be the products of infinite wisdom. The Psalmist speaking of the works of God, saith, In wisdom hath he made them all. 2. They must needs be the products of infinite Wisdom. The Psalmist speaking of the works of God, Says, In Wisdom hath he made them all. crd pns32 vmb av vbi dt n2 pp-f j n1. dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vvz, p-acp n1 vhz pns31 vvn pno32 d. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
202 It is true of Gods Counsels, in infinite wisdom God hath established them all; It is true of God's Counsels, in infinite Wisdom God hath established them all; pn31 vbz j pp-f npg1 n2, p-acp j n1 np1 vhz vvn pno32 d; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
203 so as all events are fixed in the best order imaginable, for the glorifying of God, which is the highest end any action can be levelled and directed to. so as all events Are fixed in the best order imaginable, for the glorifying of God, which is the highest end any actium can be leveled and directed to. av c-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt js n1 j, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 d n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
204 It is the highest end which God could act for; because he could work for no higher, he hath wrought, and still worketh for himself: It is the highest end which God could act for; Because he could work for no higher, he hath wrought, and still works for himself: pn31 vbz dt js n1 r-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp; c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dx jc, pns31 vhz vvn, cc av vvz p-acp px31: (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
205 it is the highest end that we can act for, and that to which as we ought to direct all our actions, it is the highest end that we can act for, and that to which as we ought to Direct all our actions, pn31 vbz dt js n1 cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp, cc cst p-acp r-crq c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi d po12 n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
206 so we also ought to submit all our passions. The sum of all our Prayers is, or should be, Let the Lord be glorified: so we also ought to submit all our passion. The sum of all our Prayers is, or should be, Let the Lord be glorified: av pns12 av vmd p-acp vvi d po12 n2. dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2 vbz, cc vmd vbi, vvb dt n1 vbb vvn: (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
207 If God be glorified, every good man hath his highest wish, his utmost design, and desire. If God be glorified, every good man hath his highest wish, his utmost Design, and desire. cs np1 vbb vvn, d j n1 vhz po31 js n1, po31 j n1, cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
208 Now if all events were from eternity set in order, and predetermined by a Counsel of the Divine Will; Now if all events were from eternity Set in order, and predetermined by a Counsel of the Divine Will; av cs d n2 vbdr p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
209 they must be ordered to the Glory of God, because they are ordered by and in infinite wisdom, which always directeth the best means, in order to the best end. they must be ordered to the Glory of God, Because they Are ordered by and in infinite Wisdom, which always directeth the best means, in order to the best end. pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp cc p-acp j n1, r-crq av vvz dt js n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt js n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
210 God could not be deceived in his contrivement, and proportioning of means, in order to his own ends. God could not be deceived in his contrivement, and proportioning of means, in order to his own ends. np1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
211 Although therefore we may, and ought to mourn, and be afflicted, for many things which we see done under the Sun; Although Therefore we may, and ought to mourn, and be afflicted, for many things which we see done under the Sun; cs av pns12 vmb, cc pi pc-acp vvi, cc vbi vvn, p-acp d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb vdn p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
212 because they are brought to pass by the lusts, malice, and wickedness of men; by their sinful corruptions and passions, by which God is highly dishonoured, Because they Are brought to pass by the Lustiest, malice, and wickedness of men; by their sinful corruptions and passion, by which God is highly dishonoured, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, n1, cc n1 pp-f n2; p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vbz av-j vvn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
213 and it may be we cannot understand what honour God can have from the event it self; and it may be we cannot understand what honour God can have from the event it self; cc pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmbx vvi r-crq n1 np1 vmb vhi p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
214 yet we ought at last to recollect our selves, and get victory over our passions, yet we ought At last to recollect our selves, and get victory over our passion, av pns12 vmd p-acp ord pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cc vvi n1 p-acp po12 n2, (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
9044 for the Covenant of Works expired with Adams fall. for the Covenant of Works expired with Adams fallen. p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz vvn p-acp npg1 vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
215 and to say, Was not the hand of God in this thing? Was this a slip of the eternal Counsel, and to say, Was not the hand of God in this thing? Was this a slip of the Eternal Counsel, cc pc-acp vvi, vbds xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? vbds d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
216 or was it a product of it? Surely nothing slipt the Divine notice; whatever happens, was ordered by him, who was infinitely wise in Counsel, who could order nothing but in infinite wisdom, and in subserviency to the great end of his actions, the Glory of his Name. Every good Christian therefore ought at last to satisfie himself as to what he seeth before him in the world, or was it a product of it? Surely nothing slipped the Divine notice; whatever happens, was ordered by him, who was infinitely wise in Counsel, who could order nothing but in infinite Wisdom, and in subserviency to the great end of his actions, the Glory of his Name. Every good Christian Therefore ought At last to satisfy himself as to what he sees before him in the world, cc vbds pn31 dt n1 pp-f pn31? np1 pi2 vvn dt j-jn n1; r-crq vvz, vbds vvn p-acp pno31, r-crq vbds av-j j p-acp n1, r-crq vmd vvi pix cc-acp p-acp j n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. d j njp av vmd p-acp ord pc-acp vvi px31 c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
217 and to say, Let come what will of me, and mine, or of a thousand others little concerns, I am frustrated of my expectations and desires; and to say, Let come what will of me, and mine, or of a thousand Others little concerns, I am frustrated of my Expectations and Desires; cc pc-acp vvi, vvb vvb r-crq vmb pp-f pno11, cc png11, cc pp-f dt crd n2-jn av-j vvz, pns11 vbm vvn pp-f po11 n2 cc n2; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
218 I thought God might have been more glorified my way, I see I was mistaken. I Thought God might have been more glorified my Way, I see I was mistaken. pns11 vvd np1 vmd vhi vbn av-dc vvn po11 n1, pns11 vvb pns11 vbds vvn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 13
219 God cannot be frustrated of his ends, nor be deceived as to means proper for the compassing of them. God cannot be frustrated of his ends, nor be deceived as to means proper for the compassing of them. np1 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f po31 n2, ccx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n2 j p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
220 This thing came not to pass without the eternal Counsel of the Divine Will. God is true to his own end; This thing Come not to pass without the Eternal Counsel of the Divine Will. God is true to his own end; d n1 vvd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. np1 vbz j p-acp po31 d n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
221 he would never have decreed to have permitted it, nor have permitted it actually, if he had not known how to have compassed his Glory by, and from it, when done: he would never have decreed to have permitted it, nor have permitted it actually, if he had not known how to have compassed his Glory by, and from it, when done: pns31 vmd av-x vhi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pn31, ccx vhb vvn pn31 av-j, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn c-crq pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1 p-acp, cc p-acp pn31, c-crq vdn: (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
222 Surely, the wrath of man shall praise him. Surely, the wrath of man shall praise him. av-j, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
223 I cannot see the Wisdom of God in it, but there is an infinite wisdom in it; I cannot see the Wisdom of God in it, but there is an infinite Wisdom in it; pns11 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
224 and when the Lords work is finished, I shall then see it, and be able to understand what I now do not. and when the lords work is finished, I shall then see it, and be able to understand what I now do not. cc c-crq dt n2 vvb vbz vvn, pns11 vmb av vvi pn31, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 av vdb xx. (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
225 I cannot look to see the bottom of Divine Wisdom. 3. But this is not all: I cannot look to see the bottom of Divine Wisdom. 3. But this is not all: pns11 vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. crd p-acp d vbz xx d: (7) sermon (DIV3) 19 Page 14
226 supposing this, All events and accidents must to those who love and fear God, be not only the products of infinite wisdom, with respect to Gods glory, which is the highest end, supposing this, All events and accidents must to those who love and Fear God, be not only the products of infinite Wisdom, with respect to God's glory, which is the highest end, vvg d, d n2 cc n2 vmb p-acp d r-crq n1 cc n1 np1, vbb xx av-j dt n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp ng1 n1, r-crq vbz dt js n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
227 but with respect also to their good; but with respect also to their good; cc-acp p-acp n1 av p-acp po32 j; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
228 and this not only in regard of the Promise, That all things shall work together for the good of them that love God; and this not only in regard of the Promise, That all things shall work together for the good of them that love God; cc d xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt vvb, cst d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
229 but also of his fatherly relation unto them, All things are theirs, because they are Christs, and Christ is Gods. God hath said concerning them, that with an everlasting love he hath loved them; but also of his fatherly Relation unto them, All things Are theirs, Because they Are Christ, and christ is God's God hath said Concerning them, that with an everlasting love he hath loved them; p-acp av pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, d n2 vbr png32, c-acp pns32 vbr npg1, cc np1 vbz n2 np1 vhz vvn vvg pno32, cst p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno32; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
230 and having done so, all his eternal counsels, all the motions of his Providence, must be ordered to the Demonstration of it; and having done so, all his Eternal Counsels, all the motions of his Providence, must be ordered to the Demonstration of it; cc vhg vdn av, d po31 j n2, d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
231 and this every Child of God shall first or last see. and this every Child of God shall First or last see. cc d d n1 pp-f np1 vmb ord cc ord vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
232 It falleth out with us, as with an ignorant person, which goeth into a Limners Shop; It falls out with us, as with an ignorant person, which Goes into a Limners Shop; pn31 vvz av p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
233 he seeth there a rude and imperfect draught of a picture, and thinketh that it looks ugly; he sees there a rude and imperfect draught of a picture, and Thinketh that it looks ugly; pns31 vvz a-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz cst pn31 vvz j; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
234 but he seeth not the Idea of the intended draught in the Limners fancy, and hath not patience to wait, but he sees not the Idea of the intended draught in the Limners fancy, and hath not patience to wait, cc-acp pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 n1, cc vhz xx n1 pc-acp vvi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
235 until he hath finished his work, which if he had, he would then see it a very beautiful piece. until he hath finished his work, which if he had, he would then see it a very beautiful piece. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, r-crq cs pns31 vhd, pns31 vmd av vvi pn31 dt j j n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
236 Thus many of us looking upon Gods Works before they be finished, we pass an ill judgment upon them. Thus many of us looking upon God's Works before they be finished, we pass an ill judgement upon them. av d pp-f pno12 vvg p-acp n2 vvz c-acp pns32 vbb vvn, pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
237 But could we but see the Platform or Idea of them in the eternal Counsel of the Divine Will, But could we but see the Platform or Idea of them in the Eternal Counsel of the Divine Will, p-acp vmd pns12 p-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
238 or stay with patience till the Providence of God had finished his work, we should then apprehend it beautiful, or stay with patience till the Providence of God had finished his work, we should then apprehend it beautiful, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn po31 n1, pns12 vmd av vvi pn31 j, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
239 and very agreeable to the Glory, Wisdom, Mercy, Truth, and Goodness of that God, which it is produced to demonstrate to the world; and very agreeable to the Glory, Wisdom, Mercy, Truth, and goodness of that God, which it is produced to demonstrate to the world; cc av j p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f cst np1, r-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
240 and that we cannot see this before, is our weakness and imperfection. and that we cannot see this before, is our weakness and imperfection. cc cst pns12 vmbx vvi d a-acp, vbz po12 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
241 The malice of men in the persecutions of Gods People, looketh upon us with an horrid aspect: The malice of men in the persecutions of God's People, looks upon us with an horrid aspect: dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1: (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
242 these indeed God doth not effect, but he hath willed they should be, and hath told us, they must come, these indeed God does not Effect, but he hath willed they should be, and hath told us, they must come, d av np1 vdz xx vvi, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pns32 vmd vbi, cc vhz vvn pno12, pns32 vmb vvi, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 14
243 yea, and he worketh too permitting others to bring them about, and suffering them in the execution of their malice, whom he could easily hinder: yea, and he works too permitting Others to bring them about, and suffering them in the execution of their malice, whom he could Easily hinder: uh, cc pns31 vvz av vvg n2-jn pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, ro-crq pns31 vmd av-j vvi: (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 15
244 but when these things are over, we often see both infinite wisdom and goodness too in them. but when these things Are over, we often see both infinite Wisdom and Goodness too in them. cc-acp c-crq d n2 vbr a-acp, pns12 av vvb d j n1 cc n1 av p-acp pno32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 15
245 How should the salvation of Sinners have been purchased, if God had not permitted Judas to have betrayed his Master, Pilate to have condemned him, and the Jews to have nailed him to the Cross? had it not been for the persecution of the Jews, how should the Gospel have gone to the Gentiles? But yet for a close of this discourse, How should the salvation of Sinners have been purchased, if God had not permitted Judas to have betrayed his Master, Pilate to have condemned him, and the jews to have nailed him to the Cross? had it not been for the persecution of the jews, how should the Gospel have gone to the Gentiles? But yet for a close of this discourse, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f n2 vhb vbn vvn, cs np1 vhd xx vvn np1 pc-acp vhi vvn po31 n1, np1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno31, cc dt np2 pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1? vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, c-crq vmd dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp dt np1? p-acp av p-acp dt j pp-f d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 15
246 and that we may not mistake our Duty, we ought not to be so far satisfied upon the Contemplation of this great truth; but that, and that we may not mistake our Duty, we ought not to be so Far satisfied upon the Contemplation of this great truth; but that, cc cst pns12 vmb xx vvi po12 n1, pns12 vmd xx pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1; cc-acp d, (7) sermon (DIV3) 20 Page 15
247 1. We must be piously affected with the sad Providences which God measureth out to his Church and People. 1. We must be piously affected with the sad Providences which God measureth out to his Church and People. crd pns12 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt j n2 r-crq np1 vvz av p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
248 What saith the Psalmist, If I forget thee, O Hierusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning. What Says the Psalmist, If I forget thee, Oh Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her cunning. q-crq vvz dt n1, cs pns11 vvb pno21, uh np1, vvb po11 j-jn n1 vvi po31 n-jn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
249 The sad rebukes of Gods Providence ought by us to be laid to heart. The sad rebukes of God's Providence ought by us to be laid to heart. dt j n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmd p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
250 Though persecutions and other punishments be contrivances of infinite wisdom, and products of certain and infinite love; Though persecutions and other punishments be contrivances of infinite Wisdom, and products of certain and infinite love; cs n2 cc j-jn n2 vbb n2 pp-f j n1, cc n2 pp-f j cc j n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
251 yet to the present sufferers, they may be punishments of sin, and marks of Divine displeasure, yet to the present sufferers, they may be punishments of since, and marks of Divine displeasure, av p-acp dt j n2, pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
252 and therefore ought not to pass over our heads, without our taking some notice of them, and Therefore ought not to pass over our Heads, without our taking Some notice of them, cc av vmd xx pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 vvg d n1 pp-f pno32, (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
253 and the causing of some sad thoughts within us: and the causing of Some sad thoughts within us: cc dt vvg pp-f d j n2 p-acp pno12: (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
254 the crucifying of Christ was the product of infinite wisdom and goodness to the People of God, the crucifying of christ was the product of infinite Wisdom and Goodness to the People of God, dt n-vvg pp-f np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
255 but yet a just cause of sadness to the Disciples of Christ. but yet a just cause of sadness to the Disciples of christ. cc-acp av dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
9061 as an humble desire to learn of God, and to understand his will. as an humble desire to Learn of God, and to understand his will. c-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
256 We must take things as they appear to us, being not able to see to the end and bottom of Gods designs. We must take things as they appear to us, being not able to see to the end and bottom of God's designs. pns12 vmb vvi n2 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, vbg xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
257 That they shall at last issue in the Glory of God, and the good of his People, is indeed matter of faith, That they shall At last issue in the Glory of God, and the good of his People, is indeed matter of faith, cst pns32 vmb p-acp ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j pp-f po31 n1, vbz av n1 pp-f n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
258 and will be matter of joy to us, when we see it; and will be matter of joy to us, when we see it; cc vmb vbi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vvb pn31; (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
259 but in the mean time it is matter of sadness to us, to see Gods Vineyard rooted up, his People eaten up like bread, but in the mean time it is matter of sadness to us, to see God's Vineyard rooted up, his People eaten up like bred, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 vvn a-acp, po31 n1 vvn a-acp av-j n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
260 and wicked men suffered to devour those that are more righteous than themselves. and wicked men suffered to devour those that Are more righteous than themselves. cc j n2 vvd pc-acp vvi d cst vbr av-dc j cs px32. (7) sermon (DIV3) 21 Page 15
261 2. Again, We have reason to be afflicted both for our own sins, and the sins of others. 2. Again, We have reason to be afflicted both for our own Sins, and the Sins of Others. crd av, pns12 vhb n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av-d p-acp po12 d n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
262 Although it be as to the event true, that both our own and others sins shall issue in Gods Glory; Although it be as to the event true, that both our own and Others Sins shall issue in God's Glory; cs pn31 vbb p-acp p-acp dt n1 j, cst d po12 d cc ng2-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1; (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
263 yet it is as true, that God hath no need either of ours or any others lyes for his Glory, yet it is as true, that God hath no need either of ours or any Others lies for his Glory, av pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst np1 vhz dx n1 av-d pp-f png12 cc d n2-jn vvz p-acp po31 n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
264 and that God is both by our sins, and the sins of others actually dishonoured. and that God is both by our Sins, and the Sins of Others actually dishonoured. cc cst np1 vbz d p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn av-j vvn. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
265 That they are made to issue in Gods Glory, is the product of Gods Wisdom, not our oblique and irregular action or intention, That they Are made to issue in God's Glory, is the product of God's Wisdom, not our oblique and irregular actium or intention, cst pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, xx po12 j cc j n1 cc n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
266 and therefore they ought to be causes of sad reflexion to us. and Therefore they ought to be Causes of sad reflection to us. cc av pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 15
267 But thus far we may satisfie our selves, 1. That (as I said before) the event was necessary, and nothing that hath come to pass, could, with our utmost care and diligence, have been otherwise than it is. But thus Far we may satisfy our selves, 1. That (as I said before) the event was necessary, and nothing that hath come to pass, could, with our utmost care and diligence, have been otherwise than it is. p-acp av av-j pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2, crd cst (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) dt n1 vbds j, cc pix cst vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, vmd, p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1, vhb vbn av cs pn31 vbz. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
268 We may talk after the manner of men, and reason after the measures of humane probabilities: We may talk After the manner of men, and reason After the measures of humane probabilities: pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2: (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
269 If such a thing had not been, another had not followed; If such a thing had not been, Another had not followed; cs d dt n1 vhd xx vbn, j-jn vhd xx vvn; (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
270 but there is nothing issued in time, but was ordered from all eternity. 2. We ought again in this to be satisfied, That of whatsoever the Lord hath promised, nothing shall fail. but there is nothing issued in time, but was ordered from all eternity. 2. We ought again in this to be satisfied, That of whatsoever the Lord hath promised, nothing shall fail. p-acp pc-acp vbz pix vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp vbds vvn p-acp d n1. crd pns12 vmd av p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pp-f r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, pix vmb vvi. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
271 We are full of unbelief, and when we see Gods Providence working (as we judg) directly contrary to what he hath promised, we are presently giving up all for gone and lost; We Are full of unbelief, and when we see God's Providence working (as we judge) directly contrary to what he hath promised, we Are presently giving up all for gone and lost; pns12 vbr j pp-f n1, cc c-crq pns12 vvb ng1 n1 vvg (c-acp pns12 vvb) av-j vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pns12 vbr av-j vvg a-acp d c-acp vvn cc vvn; (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
272 but if every thing be wrought according to the Counsel of the Divine Will, and the Holy Scriptures be such part of this will, but if every thing be wrought according to the Counsel of the Divine Will, and the Holy Scriptures be such part of this will, cc-acp cs d n1 vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc dt j n2 vbb d n1 pp-f d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
273 as he hath pleased to reveal to us, God knoweth both what he hath said, as he hath pleased to reveal to us, God Knoweth both what he hath said, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, np1 vvz d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
274 and how he hath laid things in his eternal thoughts, and sooner shall Heaven and Earth pass away, and how he hath laid things in his Eternal thoughts, and sooner shall Heaven and Earth pass away, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn n2 p-acp po31 j n2, cc av-c vmb n1 cc n1 vvi av, (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
275 than any word he hath spoke: The counsel of the Lord shall stand: and the word of our God shall stand for ever. than any word he hath spoke: The counsel of the Lord shall stand: and the word of our God shall stand for ever. cs d n1 pns31 vhz vvn: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi: cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 vmb vvi p-acp av. (7) sermon (DIV3) 22 Page 16
276 3. And lastly, As I have before told you, we may be thus far satisfied, That whatsoever doth, or ever shall come to pass in the world, shall serve Gods great ends; 3. And lastly, As I have before told you, we may be thus Far satisfied, That whatsoever does, or ever shall come to pass in the world, shall serve God's great ends; crd cc ord, c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22, pns12 vmb vbi av av-j vvn, cst r-crq vdz, cc av vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi n2 j n2; (7) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 16
277 because it is ordered by the Counsel of the infinitely wise God, and therefore must necessarily serve his designs. Because it is ordered by the Counsel of the infinitely wise God, and Therefore must necessarily serve his designs. c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-j j np1, cc av vmb av-j vvi po31 n2. (7) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 16
278 In the end of the world we shall say, God could not have had so much Glory, In the end of the world we shall say, God could not have had so much Glory, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns12 vmb vvi, np1 vmd xx vhi vhn av d n1, (7) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 16
279 but for such a persecution, such a disorder. Surely the wrath of man shall praise him. but for such a persecution, such a disorder. Surely the wrath of man shall praise him. cc-acp p-acp d dt n1, d dt n1. av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31. (7) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 16
280 SERMON II. Heb. XI. 3. Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God: SERMON II Hebrew XI. 3. Through faith we understand that the world's were framed by the Word of God: n1 crd np1 crd. crd p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 17
281 so that things which are seen, were not made of things which do appear. so that things which Are seen, were not made of things which do appear. av d n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbdr xx vvn pp-f n2 r-crq vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 23 Page 17
282 THE last time I shewed you, That God hath from eternity setled all events by an eternal purpose, according to the Counsel of his Will; THE last time I showed you, That God hath from eternity settled all events by an Eternal purpose, according to the Counsel of his Will; dt ord n1 pns11 vvd pn22, cst np1 vhz p-acp n1 vvn d n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
283 nothing cometh to pass in time, but what was determined before time. nothing comes to pass in time, but what was determined before time. pix vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc-acp q-crq vbds vvn p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
284 I told you my design was to discourse concerning Gods Acts of Providence, which are acts in time; I told you my Design was to discourse Concerning God's Acts of Providence, which Are acts in time; pns11 vvd pn22 po11 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi vvg npg1 n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr n2 p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
285 and particularly to discourse some things relating to actual Providence, which do not fall into ordinary discourse, and particularly to discourse Some things relating to actual Providence, which do not fallen into ordinary discourse, cc av-j pc-acp vvi d n2 vvg p-acp j n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp j n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
286 and often give occasion of trouble to the spirits of Christians: and often give occasion of trouble to the spirits of Christians: cc av vvb n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
287 but in order to that, I thought it reasonable, First, to discourse a little of Gods Settlement of all futurities (things which were to be fulfilled in their season), by an act of his eternal Counsel. but in order to that, I Thought it reasonable, First, to discourse a little of God's Settlement of all futurities (things which were to be fulfilled in their season), by an act of his Eternal Counsel. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp d, pns11 vvd pn31 j, ord, pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f d n2 (n2 r-crq vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1), p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
288 Nor can I yet come fairly at my intended subject, without speaking to Gods first Act in time (that was Creation); concerning which we must suppose a Decree of God, according to that known Rule in Divinity, Decretum Dei, & ejus executio exquisitissime conveniunt; Nor can I yet come fairly At my intended Subject, without speaking to God's First Act in time (that was Creation); Concerning which we must suppose a decree of God, according to that known Rule in Divinity, Decretum Dei, & His Execution exquisitissime conveniunt; ccx vmb pns11 av vvb av-j p-acp po11 j-vvn n-jn, p-acp vvg p-acp n2 ord n1 p-acp n1 (cst vbds n1); vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp d j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, np1 fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
289 nihil est in Dei opere, quod non fuit in decreto, & nihil fuit in decreto quod non sequitur in opere. nihil est in Dei Opere, quod non fuit in Decreto, & nihil fuit in Decreto quod non sequitur in Opere. fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la p-acp av, cc fw-la fw-la p-acp av fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
290 That is, the Decree of God, and the execution of that Decree, most exquisitely agree: God worketh nothing but what he first decreed, and he decreed nothing but hath had, That is, the decree of God, and the execution of that decree, most exquisitely agree: God works nothing but what he First decreed, and he decreed nothing but hath had, cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f d n1, av-ds av-j vvi: np1 vvz pix cc-acp r-crq pns31 ord vvd, cc pns31 vvd pix p-acp vhz vhn, (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
291 or shall have its issue in his working: or shall have its issue in his working: cc vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg: (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
292 and when we say God doth any thing, we by it do understand no more than a new effect of his eternal Will. and when we say God does any thing, we by it do understand no more than a new Effect of his Eternal Will. cc c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vdz d n1, pns12 p-acp pn31 vdb vvi av-dx av-dc cs dt j n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 17
293 According therefore to the Counsel of his Will, God first made of nothing, the world, and all that is therein. According Therefore to the Counsel of his Will, God First made of nothing, the world, and all that is therein. vvg av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 ord vvd pp-f pix, dt n1, cc d cst vbz av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 18
294 And indeed, according to some notion of Providence amongst Divines, this is a part of it. And indeed, according to Some notion of Providence among Divines, this is a part of it. cc av, vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, d vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 18
295 Now for a foundation of a short Discourse upon this subject, I have chosen this Text. Now for a Foundation of a short Discourse upon this Subject, I have chosen this Text. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp d n-jn, pns11 vhb vvn d np1 (8) sermon (DIV3) 24 Page 18
296 The Apostle subjoyneth the words of my Text, to a description of Faith, which he had given, vers. 1. Where he had told us, That faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. The Apostle subjoineth the words of my Text, to a description of Faith, which he had given, vers. 1. Where he had told us, That faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, fw-la. crd c-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno12, cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp, dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 25 Page 18
297 In the second verse he had told us, That by this the Elders had obtained a good report. In the second verse he had told us, That by this the Elders had obtained a good report. p-acp dt ord n1 pns31 vhd vvn pno12, cst p-acp d dt n2-jn vhd vvn dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 25 Page 18
298 Here he saith, By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God, &c. In the Text you have, Here he Says, By faith we understand that the world's were framed by the Word of God, etc. In the Text you have, av pns31 vvz, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1 pn22 vhb, (8) sermon (DIV3) 25 Page 18
299 1. A Divine assertion. The worlds were framed by God: things which are seen, were not made of things which do appear. 1. A Divine assertion. The world's were framed by God: things which Are seen, were not made of things which do appear. crd dt j-jn n1. dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1: n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbdr xx vvn pp-f n2 r-crq vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 26 Page 18
300 You have the work of Creation described in its Causes: You have the work of Creation described in its Causes: pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po31 n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 26 Page 18
301 Negatively, the world did not make it self, one part of it did not make another; Negatively, the world did not make it self, one part of it did not make Another; av-j, dt n1 vdd xx vvi pn31 n1, crd n1 pp-f pn31 vdd xx vvi j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 26 Page 18
302 then Positively, it was framed by God; NONLATINALPHABET, is the word used. 2. You have the way described, how we come to comprehend this in our understanding: then Positively, it was framed by God;, is the word used. 2. You have the Way described, how we come to comprehend this in our understanding: av av-j, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1;, vbz dt n1 vvd. crd pn22 vhb dt n1 vvn, c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi d p-acp po12 n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 26 Page 18
303 By faith. The Proposition of the Text is this: Prop. That by faith we understand that the worlds were framed by God: By faith. The Proposition of the Text is this: Prop. That by faith we understand that the world's were framed by God: p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz d: np1 cst p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 27 Page 18
304 and the things which are seen, were not made by those things which do appear. Here are two things: and the things which Are seen, were not made by those things which do appear. Here Are two things: cc dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbdr xx vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq vdb vvi. av vbr crd n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 28 Page 18
305 1. The worlds were framed by the Word of God: the things seen, were not made of those things which do appear. 1. The world's were framed by the Word of God: the things seen, were not made of those things which do appear. crd dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: dt n2 vvn, vbdr xx vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 29 Page 18
306 2. We understand this, Through faith. In the opening of these I must enquire, 1. What is here meant by the Worlds? NONLATINALPHABET. 2. We understand this, Through faith. In the opening of these I must inquire, 1. What is Here meant by the World's?. crd pns12 vvb d, p-acp n1. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d pns11 vmb vvi, crd q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt ng1?. (8) sermon (DIV3) 30 Page 18
307 2 What is the meaning of this, That the worlds were made by the Word of God. 2 What is the meaning of this, That the world's were made by the Word of God. crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 33 Page 18
308 3. What is the meaning of this? That the things which are seen, are not made of those things which do appear. 3. What is the meaning of this? That the things which Are seen, Are not made of those things which do appear. crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d? cst dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbr xx vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 34 Page 18
309 4. What is here meant by faith, or through faith? 4. What is Here meant by faith, or through faith? crd q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1? (8) sermon (DIV3) 35 Page 18
310 5. How do we understand it by faith, that the worlds were framed by God? After this, I shall come to the Application. 5. How do we understand it by faith, that the world's were framed by God? After this, I shall come to the Application. crd q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1? p-acp d, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 36 Page 18
311 Quest. 1. What is here meant by the Worlds? Quest. 1. What is Here meant by the World's? n1. crd q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp dt ng1? (8) sermon (DIV3) 37 Page 18
312 The word here used [ NONLATINALPHABET ] doth often signifie an age, sometimes (and so generally in St. John 's Gospel, Eternity), but is sometimes in Scripture translated, World, Matth. 12.32. The blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven, neither in this world, nor in the world to come, NONLATINALPHABET. The word Here used [ ] does often signify an age, sometime (and so generally in Saint John is Gospel, Eternity), but is sometime in Scripture translated, World, Matthew 12.32. The blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven, neither in this world, nor in the world to come,. dt n1 av vvn [ ] vdz av vvi dt n1, av (cc av av-j p-acp n1 np1 vbz n1, n1), a-acp vbz av p-acp n1 vvn, n1, np1 crd. dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, av-dx p-acp d n1, ccx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi,. (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 18
313 So Matth. 13.32, 39, 40, 49. The harvest is the end of the world, Heb. 1.2. By whom he made NONLATINALPHABET, the worlds. The term properly signifieth, The duration of the world; but in Heb. 1.2. and here it must signifie the Mass, the things of it. So Matthew 13.32, 39, 40, 49. The harvest is the end of the world, Hebrew 1.2. By whom he made, the world's. The term properly signifies, The duration of the world; but in Hebrew 1.2. and Here it must signify the Mass, the things of it. np1 np1 crd, crd, crd, crd dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, dt n2. dt n1 av-j vvz, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; p-acp p-acp np1 crd. cc av pn31 vmb vvi dt n1, dt n2 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
314 It carries here its own Interpreter with it in the other part of the Text, NONLATINALPHABET, The things which are seen; It carries Here its own Interpreter with it in the other part of the Text,, The things which Are seen; pn31 vvz av po31 d n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1,, dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
315 but neither is that term adequate to it: the object of Creation is larger than the objects of Sense; but neither is that term adequate to it: the Object of Creation is larger than the objects of Sense; p-acp d vbz d n1 j-jn p-acp pn31: dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz jc cs dt n2 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
9228 for omitting what was in their power to do, or acting contrary to it; for omitting what was in their power to do, or acting contrary to it; p-acp vvg r-crq vbds p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vdi, cc vvg n-jn p-acp pn31; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
316 Spirits are not seen, but yet they are created. Let Moses expound it, Gen. 1.1. In the beginning God created the heaven and earth. Spirits Are not seen, but yet they Are created. Let Moses expound it, Gen. 1.1. In the beginning God created the heaven and earth. n2 vbr xx vvn, cc-acp av pns32 vbr vvn. vvb np1 vvb pn31, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
317 In short, all the Creatures, whatsoever is not the Creator, must here fall under the notion of NONLATINALPHABET, the world, and all that is therein (excepting him who as the Creator made all, and filleth heaven and earth), the world, and the things thereof: In short, all the Creatures, whatsoever is not the Creator, must Here fallen under the notion of, the world, and all that is therein (excepting him who as the Creator made all, and fills heaven and earth), the world, and the things thereof: p-acp j, d dt n2, r-crq vbz xx dt n1, vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f, dt n1, cc d cst vbz av (vvg pno31 r-crq c-acp dt n1 vvd d, cc vvz n1 cc n1), dt n1, cc dt n2 av: (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
318 the world, and the persons therein; heaven and earth, the world of things, and the world of persons: this world was made, NONLATINALPHABET. the world, and the Persons therein; heaven and earth, the world of things, and the world of Persons: this world was made,. dt n1, cc dt n2 av; n1 cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n2: d n1 vbds vvn,. (8) sermon (DIV3) 38 Page 19
319 1. The word in the Greek signifies, to make, to joynt, or fit together, to restore: 1. The word in the Greek signifies, to make, to joint, or fit together, to restore: crd dt n1 p-acp dt jp vvz, pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1, cc vvi av, pc-acp vvi: (8) sermon (DIV3) 39 Page 19
320 it signifieth, to make, or rather to make up (according to our English Idiom), to perfect. It is used Matth. 21.16. Thou hast perfected praise: we translate it perfect, or perfected, Luk. 6.40. And be you perfect, 2 Cor. 13.11. 1 Thes. 3.10. That we might perfect that which is lacking in your faith, Heb. 10.5. A body hast thou prepared [ or made me ]. So Heb. 13.21. The world was made, established, made perfect by God: it signifies, to make, or rather to make up (according to our English Idiom), to perfect. It is used Matthew 21.16. Thou hast perfected praise: we translate it perfect, or perfected, Luk. 6.40. And be you perfect, 2 Cor. 13.11. 1 Thebes 3.10. That we might perfect that which is lacking in your faith, Hebrew 10.5. A body hast thou prepared [ or made me ]. So Hebrew 13.21. The world was made, established, made perfect by God: pn31 vvz, pc-acp vvi, cc av-c p-acp vvb a-acp (vvg p-acp po12 np1 np1), p-acp j. pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd. pns21 vh2 vvn n1: pns12 vvb pn31 j, cc vvn, np1 crd. cc vbb pn22 j, crd np1 crd. crd np1 crd. cst pns12 vmd vvi cst r-crq vbz vvg p-acp po22 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vh2 pns21 vvn [ cc vvd pno11 ]. np1 np1 crd. dt n1 vbds vvn, vvd, vvd j p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 39 Page 19
321 Ʋt totum quidpiam quod suis omnibus partibus apte inter se cohaerentibus componitur: Ʋt totum quidpiam quod suis omnibus partibus apt inter se cohaerentibus componitur: vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la: (8) sermon (DIV3) 39 Page 19
322 The worlds gave not a being to themselves, they were not eternal, and of an original from themselves, The world's gave not a being to themselves, they were not Eternal, and of an original from themselves, dt n2 vvd xx dt n1 p-acp px32, pns32 vbdr xx j, cc pp-f dt n-jn p-acp px32, (8) sermon (DIV3) 39 Page 19
323 nor made of any casual concurrence of Atoms, according to the Heathens Philosophy; but they had their Original, their perfection, their establishment from God. nor made of any casual concurrence of Atoms, according to the heathens Philosophy; but they had their Original, their perfection, their establishment from God. ccx vvd pp-f d j n1 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp dt n2-jn n1; cc-acp pns32 vhd po32 j-jn, po32 n1, po32 n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 39 Page 19
324 2. The word signifieth to be made perfect, to joynt; to be put together. 2. The word signifies to be made perfect, to joint; to be put together. crd dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn j, p-acp n1; pc-acp vbi vvn av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 19
325 The world is a beautiful composition, it hath not only a Being, but a beautiful Being, all the parts of it being fitted and joynted together; this is also from God: it oweth not only its Being and Original unto God, The world is a beautiful composition, it hath not only a Being, but a beautiful Being, all the parts of it being fitted and jointed together; this is also from God: it owes not only its Being and Original unto God, dt n1 vbz dt j n1, pn31 vhz xx av-j dt vbg, cc-acp dt j vbg, av-d dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbg vvn cc vvn av; d vbz av p-acp np1: pn31 vvz xx av-j po31 vbg cc j-jn p-acp np1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 19
326 but whatsoever it hath of Beauty and Ornaments; that one part of it is fitted to another, the beautiful composition of it, the subordination of the parts of it one to another, all this is owing unto God. but whatsoever it hath of Beauty and Ornament; that one part of it is fitted to Another, the beautiful composition of it, the subordination of the parts of it one to Another, all this is owing unto God. cc-acp r-crq pn31 vhz pp-f n1 cc n2; cst crd n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn, dt j n1 pp-f pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31 crd p-acp n-jn, d d vbz vvg p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 19
327 This is part of the sense of it, 1 Cor. 1.10. That you may be perfectly joyned together. This is part of the sense of it, 1 Cor. 1.10. That you may be perfectly joined together. d vbz n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, crd np1 crd. cst pn22 vmb vbi av-j vvn av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
328 Whoso looketh upon the Creation wistly, must see it consist of a great variety of things; Whoso looks upon the Creation wistly, must see it consist of a great variety of things; r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 av, vmb vvi pn31 vvi pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
329 but all fitted together, so as there is no discord, but a beautiful subordination of things in that vast composition: but all fitted together, so as there is no discord, but a beautiful subordination of things in that vast composition: cc-acp d vvn av, av c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d j n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
330 so as they serve one another, and notwithstanding all their different affections and qualities; yet they destroy not, nor invade each other: so as they serve one Another, and notwithstanding all their different affections and qualities; yet they destroy not, nor invade each other: av c-acp pns32 vvb pi j-jn, cc p-acp d po32 j n2 cc n2; av pns32 vvb xx, ccx vvi d n-jn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
331 this also is from the Lord. this also is from the Lord. d av vbz p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
332 The world was not only by God made, and produced out of a not-being, into a being; but it was fitted, ordered, joynted together by God. The world was not only by God made, and produced out of a Not being, into a being; but it was fitted, ordered, jointed together by God. dt n1 vbds xx av-j p-acp np1 vvd, cc vvd av pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt vbg; p-acp pn31 vbds vvn, vvn, vvn av p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 40 Page 20
333 3. The word signifieth also to restore, and bring again into order, what is disordered; and so it is used sometimes to mend nets: 3. The word signifies also to restore, and bring again into order, what is disordered; and so it is used sometime to mend nets: crd dt n1 vvz av p-acp vvb, cc vvb av p-acp n1, r-crq vbz vvn; cc av pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp vvb n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
334 Rem lacer am aliquam resarcire & collapsam reparare. And this seemeth to be the primary and most proper signification of the word. Remembering lacer am aliquam resarcire & collapsam reparare. And this seems to be the primary and most proper signification of the word. vvg n1 dt fw-la n1 cc fw-la fw-la. cc d vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc av-ds j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
335 Thus it is translated, restore, Gal. 6.1. If a brother be fallen, restore such a one. Thus it is translated, restore, Gal. 6.1. If a brother be fallen, restore such a one. av pn31 vbz vvn, vvb, np1 crd. cs dt n1 vbi vvn, vvb d dt pi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
336 A Metaphor, say some, taken from Chyrurgions, putting a bone out of order into its place again. A Metaphor, say Some, taken from Chirurgeons, putting a bone out of order into its place again. dt n1, vvb d, vvn p-acp n2, vvg dt n1 av pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
337 The world at first made, perfected, established, and joynted by God, in the Fall of Adam was disordered, and put out of joynt: The world At First made, perfected, established, and jointed by God, in the Fallen of Adam was disordered, and put out of joint: dt n1 p-acp ord vvd, vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, cc vvd av pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
338 God by sending his Son, put the world in joynt again; set its broken bones, created a new heaven, and a new earth. God by sending his Son, put the world in joint again; Set its broken bones, created a new heaven, and a new earth. np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 av; vvb po31 j-vvn n2, vvn dt j n1, cc dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
339 Thus also the worlds were made, as it were made again, and restored by God. But I take the two former senses rather to agree to this place; Thus also the world's were made, as it were made again, and restored by God. But I take the two former Senses rather to agree to this place; av av dt n2 vbdr vvn, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn av, cc vvn p-acp np1. p-acp pns11 vvb dt crd j n2 av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
340 where the Apostle rather speaks of the first Creation of the world by God, than of the Redemption of it by Jesus Christ. where the Apostle rather speaks of the First Creation of the world by God, than of the Redemption of it by jesus christ. c-crq dt n1 av-c vvz pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cs pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1 np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
341 The world then was made, that is, it had its first Original, its Order, Ornaments, beautiful composure, from a Divine creating Power; The world then was made, that is, it had its First Original, its Order, Ornament, beautiful composure, from a Divine creating Power; dt n1 av vbds vvn, cst vbz, pn31 vhd po31 ord j-jn, po31 n1, n2, j n1, p-acp dt j-jn j-vvg n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
342 it did not give a Being, nor a Beauty and Perfection to it self. it did not give a Being, nor a Beauty and Perfection to it self. pn31 vdd xx vvi dt vbg, ccx dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
343 The Verb is passive, it had its Original from another, and this other was he whom we call God. But, The Verb is passive, it had its Original from Another, and this other was he whom we call God. But, dt n1 vbz j, pn31 vhd po31 j-jn p-acp n-jn, cc d n-jn vbds pns31 ro-crq pns12 vvb np1. p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV3) 41 Page 20
344 Quest. 2. What is the meaning of this, that the worlds were made by the Word of God? Quest. 2. What is the meaning of this, that the world's were made by the Word of God? n1. crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? (8) sermon (DIV3) 42 Page 20
345 None can understand here by the Word of God, the Holy Scriptures, which are called the Word, that is, the revealed will of God, spoken by holy men, None can understand Here by the Word of God, the Holy Scriptures, which Are called the Word, that is, the revealed will of God, spoken by holy men, pix vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n2, r-crq vbr vvn dt n1, cst vbz, dt vvn vmb pp-f np1, vvn p-acp j n2, (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 20
346 as they were inspired by God. as they were inspired by God. c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 20
347 Nor do I think that the same is meant here by the Word of God, that is understood, John 1.1. In the beginning was the word: Nor do I think that the same is meant Here by the Word of God, that is understood, John 1.1. In the beginning was the word: ccx vdb pns11 vvb cst dt d vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz vvn, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vbds dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 20
348 of that word it is said, That it was with God in the beginning: of that word it is said, That it was with God in the beginning: pp-f d n1 pn31 vbz vvn, cst pn31 vbds p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 20
349 that it was God; all things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made that was made: that it was God; all things were made by him, and without him was not any thing made that was made: cst pn31 vbds np1; d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp pno31 vbds xx d n1 vvd cst vbds vvn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
350 that is to be understood of Christ. Of him our Apostle saith, Heb. 1.2. By whom also he made the worlds: that is to be understood of christ. Of him our Apostle Says, Hebrew 1.2. By whom also he made the world's: cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1. pp-f pno31 po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp ro-crq av pns31 vvd dt n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
384 as it respecteth the person of the Mediator, is a resting, relying, and recumbency upon him, which is what we call the justifying act of faith: you may understand the term Faith in either sense. as it respecteth the person of the Mediator, is a resting, relying, and recumbency upon him, which is what we call the justifying act of faith: you may understand the term Faith in either sense. c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz dt vvg, vvg, cc n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vbz r-crq pns12 vvb dt vvg n1 pp-f n1: pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp d n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 22
351 but besides that, the Gospel of John seemeth to be the only Scripture in which the second person in the Trinity is stiled the Word; neither is he there call'd the Word of God; it is there said, The word was God, and in the beginning with God, but he is no-where call'd the word of God. but beside that, the Gospel of John seems to be the only Scripture in which the second person in the Trinity is styled the Word; neither is he there called the Word of God; it is there said, The word was God, and in the beginning with God, but he is nowhere called the word of God. cc-acp p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1 vbz vvn dt n1; d vbz pns31 a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f np1; pn31 vbz a-acp vvn, dt n1 vbds np1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp pns31 vbz j vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
352 I chuse therefore rather to interpret it of that word of Power and Command which Moses Gen. 1. telleth us, God used in the making of the world, I choose Therefore rather to interpret it of that word of Power and Command which Moses Gen. 1. Telleth us, God used in the making of the world, pns11 vvb av av-c pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc vvb r-crq np1 np1 crd vvz pno12, np1 vvd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
353 and the fitting and joynting of it together. and the fitting and jointing of it together. cc dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f pn31 av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
354 He said, Let there be light, and there was light, &c. Thus the Worlds were made by the Word of God, He said, Let there be Light, and there was Light, etc. Thus the World's were made by the Word of God, pns31 vvd, vvb pc-acp vbi j, cc a-acp vbds j, av av dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
355 so as the term is both exclusive of any other instrumental cause in the Creation of the world, so as the term is both exclusive of any other instrumental cause in the Creation of the world, av c-acp dt n1 vbz d j pp-f d j-jn j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
356 and expressive of the true instrumentally efficient cause, which was the mighty, powerful, commanding virtue of the Word of God. and expressive of the true instrumentally efficient cause, which was the mighty, powerful, commanding virtue of the Word of God. cc j pp-f dt j av-j j n1, r-crq vbds dt j, j, j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
357 And this is enough for the explication of this term. But, And this is enough for the explication of this term. But, cc d vbz av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp, (8) sermon (DIV3) 43 Page 21
358 Quest. 3. What is the meaning of this, that the things which are seen, are not made of those things which do appear. Quest. 3. What is the meaning of this, that the things which Are seen, Are not made of those things which do appear. n1. crd q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cst dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbr xx vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 44 Page 21
359 The Vulgar Latin Version reads, Ʋt ex invisibilibus visibilia fierent, that visible things should be made of those which are invisible, by a transposition of NONLATINALPHABET, The vulgar Latin Version reads, Ʋt ex invisibilibus visibilia fierent, that visible things should be made of those which Are invisible, by a transposition of, dt j jp np1 vvz, vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cst j n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d r-crq vbr j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f, (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
360 as if it were not, NONLATINALPHABET, but NONLATINALPHABET; but our Copies are otherwise. as if it were not,, but; but our Copies Are otherwise. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx,, cc-acp; cc-acp po12 n2 vbr av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
361 If by the invisible things be meant, those invisible things of God the Apostle speaks of, Rom. 1.20. His eternal power and godhead: If by the invisible things be meant, those invisible things of God the Apostle speaks of, Rom. 1.20. His Eternal power and godhead: cs p-acp dt j n2 vbb vvn, d j n2 pp-f np1 dt n1 vvz pp-f, np1 crd. po31 j n1 cc n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
362 So it is true, and the sense much the same with what went before; So it is true, and the sense much the same with what went before; av pn31 vbz j, cc dt n1 av-d dt d p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
363 but else it is as Beza saith, Perperam, immo false. Some would make the sense of the words this, That the world was not made of those things which now do appear to us, but Else it is as Beza Says, Perperam, Immo false. some would make the sense of the words this, That the world was not made of those things which now do appear to us, cc-acp av pn31 vbz p-acp np1 vvz, n1, j j. d vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 d, cst dt n1 vbds xx vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq av vdb vvi p-acp pno12, (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
364 and are the objects of our senses; but of invisible principles and elements, which are not now the objects of our senses. and Are the objects of our Senses; but of invisible principles and elements, which Are not now the objects of our Senses. cc vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n2; cc-acp pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr xx av dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
365 Others thus, That it was made according to an invisible Platform and Idea (which was Plato's notion). Others thus, That it was made according to an invisible Platform and Idea (which was Plato's notion). ng2-jn av, cst pn31 vbds vvn vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 (r-crq vbds npg1 n1). (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
366 Others say, That by invisible things, or things which do not appear, is to be meant nothing; that must be an invisible thing, Others say, That by invisible things, or things which do not appear, is to be meant nothing; that must be an invisible thing, ng2-jn vvb, cst p-acp j n2, cc n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pix; cst vmb vbi dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
367 and the world was not made of any pre-existent matter; and the world was not made of any preexistent matter; cc dt n1 vbds xx vvn pp-f d j n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
368 but it was created, that is, produced out of a meer and total not being, into a being. but it was created, that is, produced out of a mere and total not being, into a being. cc-acp pn31 vbds vvn, cst vbz, vvn av pp-f dt j cc j xx vbg, p-acp dt vbg. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 21
385 By the word of faith revealing it, and by our souls acting faith, in agreeing and assenting to the truth of that word; By the word of faith revealing it, and by our Souls acting faith, in agreeing and assenting to the truth of that word; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg pn31, cc p-acp po12 n2 vvg n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 23
404 we must in reason find out a more powerful and excellent first being, that must give being to all the beings in the world. we must in reason find out a more powerful and excellent First being, that must give being to all the beings in the world. pns12 vmb p-acp n1 vvi av dt av-dc j cc j ord vbg, cst vmb vvi vbg p-acp d dt n2 p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
369 Which sense, if we allow, the Apostle by it, as to the Creation of the world, asserteth the Truth of God against the Heathen Philosophers, who could not by reason comprehend how something (especially such a something as the world is) should come out of nothing; and therefore grew very vain in their imaginations, about the pre-existing matter of which the world should be made. Which sense, if we allow, the Apostle by it, as to the Creation of the world, Asserteth the Truth of God against the Heathen Philosophers, who could not by reason comprehend how something (especially such a something as the world is) should come out of nothing; and Therefore grew very vain in their Imaginations, about the preexisting matter of which the world should be made. r-crq n1, cs pns12 vvb, dt n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n2, r-crq vmd xx p-acp n1 vvi c-crq pi (av-j d dt pi p-acp dt n1 vbz) vmd vvi av pp-f pix; cc av vvd av j p-acp po32 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vmd vbi vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
370 Estius and Calvin also take notice of a much differing sense, as if NONLATINALPHABET, signified NONLATINALPHABET, and it were to be read thus, We by faith understand that the worlds were made by the Word of God, that they might be the looking-glasses of those things which do not appear. Estius and calvin also take notice of a much differing sense, as if, signified, and it were to be read thus, We by faith understand that the world's were made by the Word of God, that they might be the Looking-glasses of those things which do not appear. np1 cc np1 av vvb n1 pp-f dt d j-vvg n1, c-acp cs, vvd, cc pn31 vbdr pc-acp vbi vvn av, pns12 p-acp n1 vvi cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmd vbi dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb xx vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
371 The thing indeed is true, for the Apostle telleth us, Rom. 1.20. That the invisible things of God are known by the things that are made: The thing indeed is true, for the Apostle Telleth us, Rom. 1.20. That the invisible things of God Are known by the things that Are made: dt n1 av vbz j, p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
372 But I cannot agree it the sense of this Text, not only for that (which Beza noteth) that it is a very harsh interpretation to interpret NONLATINALPHABET, by NONLATINALPHABET; But I cannot agree it the sense of this Text, not only for that (which Beza notes) that it is a very harsh Interpretation to interpret, by; cc-acp pns11 vmbx vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f d n1, xx av-j p-acp d (r-crq np1 vvz) cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
373 but because (as Pareus observeth) it seemeth not to be any thing of the Apostle's design to express the end here, but Because (as Pareus observeth) it seems not to be any thing of the Apostle's Design to express the end Here, cc-acp c-acp (c-acp np1 vvz) pn31 vvz xx pc-acp vbi d n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
374 why the World 's were made by God. why the World is were made by God. q-crq dt n1 vbz vbdr vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
375 I do therefore take the Text to be a Divine assertion of the Creation of the World, against the vain imaginations of the Heathens; I do Therefore take the Text to be a Divine assertion of the Creation of the World, against the vain Imaginations of the heathens; pns11 vdb av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
376 who either dream't that it was eternal, or made of a casual concourse of Atoms, or from some Idea's. It was, saith the Apostle, made of nothing by the Word of God, of nothing that doth appear. who either dreamt that it was Eternal, or made of a casual concourse of Atoms, or from Some Idea's. It was, Says the Apostle, made of nothing by the Word of God, of nothing that does appear. r-crq av-d vvd cst pn31 vbds j, cc vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp d n2. pn31 vbds, vvz dt n1, vvn pp-f pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f pix cst vdz vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
377 And so I have done with the first Member of the Proposition, That the worlds were framed by the Word of God: And so I have done with the First Member of the Proposition, That the world's were framed by the Word of God: cc av pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
378 the things which are seen, were not made of those things which do appear. I proceed to the second. the things which Are seen, were not made of those things which do appear. I proceed to the second. dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn, vbdr xx vvn pp-f d n2 r-crq vdb vvi. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (8) sermon (DIV3) 45 Page 22
379 Mem. 2. That we understand this by faith. Mem. 2. That we understand this by faith. np1 crd cst pns12 vvb d p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 46 Page 22
380 Here I shall speak to two things: 1. What is here meant by faith? 2. How do we by faith understand this? Here I shall speak to two things: 1. What is Here meant by faith? 2. How do we by faith understand this? av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2: crd q-crq vbz av vvn p-acp n1? crd q-crq vdb pns12 p-acp n1 vvi d? (8) sermon (DIV3) 46 Page 22
381 Faith in Scripture sometimes signifieth the object of faith, the Word of God. Thus Gal. 1.23. He which persecuted us in times past, now preacheth the faith which he once destroyed. Faith in Scripture sometime signifies the Object of faith, the Word of God. Thus Gal. 1.23. He which persecuted us in times past, now Preacheth the faith which he once destroyed. n1 p-acp n1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f np1. av np1 crd. pns31 r-crq vvn pno12 p-acp n2 j, av vvz dt n1 r-crq pns31 a-acp vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 22
382 Thus you read of the hearing of faith, Gal. 3.2. Received you the spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith; Thus you read of the hearing of faith, Gal. 3.2. Received you the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith; av pn22 vvb pp-f dt vvg pp-f n1, np1 crd. vvd pn22 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 22
383 that is, of the Word of God, particularly the Gospel? sometimes it signifieth the act of faith, which as it respecteth the Proposition of the word for its object, is a firm and steady assent, the agreement of the mind to the truth of the Proposition; that is, of the Word of God, particularly the Gospel? sometime it signifies the act of faith, which as it respecteth the Proposition of the word for its Object, is a firm and steady assent, the agreement of the mind to the truth of the Proposition; cst vbz, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j dt n1? av pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt j cc j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 22
446 But that God produced all things out of a meer nothing, or not-being of matter; But that God produced all things out of a mere nothing, or Not being of matter; p-acp cst np1 vvd d n2 av pp-f dt j pi2, cc n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
386 we understand that the world, heaven and earth, was at first brought into being, fitted and joynted together by the powerful Word of God, commanding the production of all those Beings which are in the world, we understand that the world, heaven and earth, was At First brought into being, fitted and jointed together by the powerful Word of God, commanding the production of all those Beings which Are in the world, pns12 vvb cst dt n1, n1 cc n1, vbds p-acp ord vvn p-acp vbg, vvn cc vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f d d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 23
387 and that beauty and order in which we see them placed. and that beauty and order in which we see them placed. cc d n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32 vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 47 Page 23
388 But secondly, How doth the Apostle say we understand it by faith? May not this be understood by Reason? if it may, what need Faith in the case? or why, But secondly, How does the Apostle say we understand it by faith? May not this be understood by Reason? if it may, what need Faith in the case? or why, p-acp ord, q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1? vmb xx d vbi vvn p-acp n1? cs pn31 vmb, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq, (8) sermon (DIV3) 48 Page 23
389 or how doth the Apostle say, by faith we understand this? Wherein doth Faith give us a further knowledg of this, or how does the Apostle say, by faith we understand this? Wherein does Faith give us a further knowledge of this, cc q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb d? q-crq vdz n1 vvi pno12 dt jc n1 pp-f d, (8) sermon (DIV3) 48 Page 23
390 than Reason hath given the Philosopher? To which I answer; than Reason hath given the Philosopher? To which I answer; cs n1 vhz vvn dt n1? p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV3) 48 Page 23
391 Undoubtedly reason hath gone a great way, and may go a great way to make men understand, that the world was made by God. Undoubtedly reason hath gone a great Way, and may go a great Way to make men understand, that the world was made by God. av-j n1 vhz vvn dt j n1, cc vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n2 vvi, cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
392 That the world was eternal, was indeed the opinion of a great Pagan Philosopher; That the world was Eternal, was indeed the opinion of a great Pagan Philosopher; cst dt n1 vbds j, vbds av dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
393 but his master Plato was of another mind, and he is said to have learned it from Hesiod: and the most and wisest amongst the Heathens, acknowledged that the world was at first by a Divine power produced out of a not-being into a being. Nor indeed would their Reason allow them to judg otherwise; but his master Plato was of Another mind, and he is said to have learned it from Hesiod: and the most and Wisest among the heathens, acknowledged that the world was At First by a Divine power produced out of a Not being into a being. Nor indeed would their Reason allow them to judge otherwise; cc-acp po31 n1 np1 vbds pp-f j-jn n1, cc pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 p-acp np1: cc dt ds cc js p-acp dt n2-jn, vvd cst dt n1 vbds p-acp ord p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vbg. ccx av vmd po32 n1 vvi pno32 p-acp n1 av; (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
394 the infinite motions (the measures of things in the world), their order and succession, their alterations and corruptions duly considered, forbiddeth reasonable souls, with any consistency to themselves, to affirm the world to have had an eternal existence. the infinite motions (the measures of things in the world), their order and succession, their alterations and corruptions duly considered, forbiddeth reasonable Souls, with any consistency to themselves, to affirm the world to have had an Eternal existence. dt j n2 (dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1), po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n2 cc n2 av-jn vvn, vvz j n2, p-acp d n1 p-acp px32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi vhn dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
395 All motions must be in time, and have had a being; all successions and corruptions of things plainly speak, that they had a beginning; All motions must be in time, and have had a being; all successions and corruptions of things plainly speak, that they had a beginning; av-d n2 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cc vhb vhn dt vbg; d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 av-j vvi, cst pns32 vhd dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
396 if we had no assistance in the proof of it from the word of faith. if we had no assistance in the proof of it from the word of faith. cs pns12 vhd dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 49 Page 23
397 2. The same Reason will agree that it gave not a first being to it self, nothing is the efficient cause of it self: 2. The same Reason will agree that it gave not a First being to it self, nothing is the efficient cause of it self: crd dt d n1 vmb vvi cst pn31 vvd xx dt ord vbg p-acp pn31 n1, pix vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 50 Page 23
398 experience tells us, that it is not in the power of a man to make the least hair of his head white or black, much less to make an hair. experience tells us, that it is not in the power of a man to make the least hair of his head white or black, much less to make an hair. n1 vvz pno12, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1 j-jn cc j-jn, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 50 Page 23
399 Man is the noblest sublunary Creature, but cannot make the meanest vegetable; all that his art can do, is but to counterfeit and dissemble nature; Man is the Noblest sublunary Creature, but cannot make the Meanest vegetable; all that his art can do, is but to counterfeit and dissemble nature; n1 vbz dt js j n1, cc-acp vmbx vvi dt js n-jn; d d po31 n1 vmb vdi, vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 50 Page 23
400 if it be but as to a spire of grass, or to the meanest flower of the field. if it be but as to a spire of grass, or to the Meanest flower of the field. cs pn31 vbi cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 50 Page 23
401 Now if it were not eternal: if it did not make it self: if one part of it did not make another; Now if it were not Eternal: if it did not make it self: if one part of it did not make Another; av cs pn31 vbdr xx j: cs pn31 vdd xx vvi pn31 n1: cs crd n1 pp-f pn31 vdd xx vvi j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 23
402 it must be made by God. The worlds comprehending Angels and Men, sensitive and vegetative creatures; it must be made by God. The world's comprehending Angels and Men, sensitive and vegetative creatures; pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1. dt n2 vvg n2 cc n2, j cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 23
403 these all having had a beginning, and none of them being able to give being to another: these all having had a beginning, and none of them being able to give being to Another: d d vhg vhn dt n1, cc pix pp-f pno32 vbg j pc-acp vvi vbg p-acp j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
11423 he rewarded Jehu, Assyria, and Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon. he rewarded Jehu, Assyria, and Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon. pns31 vvd np1, np1, cc np1 n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1158 Page 584
405 This first being is that glorious infinite being, whom we call God. In short, he that further considereth the world in its structure and composition, This First being is that glorious infinite being, whom we call God. In short, he that further Considereth the world in its structure and composition, d ord n1 vbz d j j vbg, ro-crq pns12 vvb np1. p-acp j, pns31 cst av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
406 as one part is knit and united to another: as one part is knit and united to Another: c-acp crd n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
407 he that considereth the multitude of the creatures, their magnitude; the great and excellent powers, vertues, and qualities of some of them; he that Considereth the multitude of the creatures, their magnitude; the great and excellent Powers, Virtues, and qualities of Some of them; pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, po32 n1; dt j cc j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f d pp-f pno32; (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
408 the Symmetry of the several parts of the world, their subordinations each to other; the Symmetry of the several parts of the world, their subordinations each to other; dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, po32 n2 d p-acp n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
409 must needs in reason, and by the force of that conclude, That the worlds were made by God. must needs in reason, and by the force of that conclude, That the world's were made by God. vmb av p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d vvb, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 51 Page 24
410 So that the Apostle's words must not be understood exclusively; not as if we could no way but by faith understand this: So that the Apostle's words must not be understood exclusively; not as if we could no Way but by faith understand this: av cst dt ng1 n2 vmb xx vbi vvn av-j; xx c-acp cs pns12 vmd dx n1 p-acp p-acp n1 vvb d: (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
411 It may be understood by Reason; It may be understood by Reason; pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
412 and many that knew nothing of Faith, yet confessed it, and agreed it from the evidence of their Reason. and many that knew nothing of Faith, yet confessed it, and agreed it from the evidence of their Reason. cc d cst vvd pix pp-f n1, av vvd pn31, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
413 Yet is not Faith and Reason to be confounded: Reason concludeth from connate, natural principles; Faith from acquired, revealed principles: neither evidence contradicteth each other. Yet is not Faith and Reason to be confounded: Reason Concludeth from connate, natural principles; Faith from acquired, revealed principles: neither evidence Contradicteth each other. av vbz xx n1 cc vvb pc-acp vbi vvn: n1 vvz p-acp j, j n2; n1 p-acp vvn, vvn n2: av-dx n1 vvz d n-jn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
414 We understand it by reason more darkly, confusedly, imperfectly, faintly; We understand it by reason more darkly, confusedly, imperfectly, faintly; pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp n1 av-dc av-j, av-vvn, av-j, av-j; (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
415 by faith we understand it more clearly, distinctly, more perfectly, and fixedly. By Reason we understand a little thereof: by faith we understand it more clearly, distinctly, more perfectly, and fixedly. By Reason we understand a little thereof: p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pn31 av-dc av-j, av-j, dc av-j, cc av-vvn. p-acp n1 pns12 vvb dt j av: (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
416 by the Revelation of faith we understand it fully. Let me a little further open this to you in three or four particulars. by the Revelation of faith we understand it Fully. Let me a little further open this to you in three or four particulars. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb pn31 av-j. vvb pno11 dt j av-jc vvi d p-acp pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (8) sermon (DIV3) 52 Page 24
417 1. Reason rather sheweth us, that the world, then, that the worlds are made by Gods. It rather evidenceth to us the Creation of sublunary things, which are subject to our senses, whose natures and accidents we understand; 1. Reason rather shows us, that the world, then, that the world's Are made by God's It rather Evidenceth to us the Creation of sublunary things, which Are Subject to our Senses, whose nature's and accidents we understand; crd n1 av-c vvz pno12, cst dt n1, av, cst dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pn31 av-c vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp po12 n2, rg-crq n2 cc n2 pns12 vvb; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
418 than of those things which are above the air. than of those things which Are above the air. cs pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
419 Reason will evidence to us, that the men of the world, the beasts and plants are made by God; Reason will evidence to us, that the men of the world, the beasts and plants Are made by God; n1 vmb n1 p-acp pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 cc n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
420 but we see the wits of the world disputing whether there be any spirits or no: but we see the wits of the world disputing whither there be any spirits or no: cc-acp pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg c-crq pc-acp vbb d n2 cc dx: (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
421 Reason layeth hold upon the alterations and corruptions of sensible beings, that have quantity, and concludeth their Original from their corruptibility; Reason Layeth hold upon the alterations and corruptions of sensible beings, that have quantity, and Concludeth their Original from their corruptibility; n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2, cst vhb n1, cc vvz po32 j-jn p-acp po32 n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
422 but when we come to speak of those Beings, that have no quantity, but are meerly spiritual, but when we come to speak of those Beings, that have no quantity, but Are merely spiritual, cc-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2, cst vhb dx n1, cc-acp vbr av-j j, (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
423 and not subject to those changes and corruptions, Reason is at a loss in a great measure: and not Subject to those changes and corruptions, Reason is At a loss in a great measure: cc xx j-jn p-acp d n2 cc n2, n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
424 here Faith (Revelation which is the object of Faith) must help us. That teacheth us, the worlds were made by God: Here Faith (Revelation which is the Object of Faith) must help us. That Teaches us, the world's were made by God: av n1 (n1 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1) vmb vvi pno12. cst vvz pno12, dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 24
425 the world of invisibles, and things not subjected to sense, as well as the world of sensibles. Reason will help us to conclude God the Father of all flesh; the world of invisibles, and things not subjected to sense, as well as the world of sensibles. Reason will help us to conclude God the Father of all Flesh; dt n1 pp-f fw-fr, cc n2 xx vvn p-acp n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f fw-fr. n1 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
426 but not that he is the Father of all spirits, while it prompteth us to dispute whether there be any such Beings as Spirits, yea or no. but not that he is the Father of all spirits, while it prompteth us to dispute whither there be any such Beings as Spirits, yea or no. cc-acp xx cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, cs pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vbb d d n2 c-acp n2, uh cc uh-dx. (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
427 Reason would hardly have agreed such Beings as Angels, if Revelation had not come in to make it a foundation to stand upon; Reason would hardly have agreed such Beings as Angels, if Revelation had not come in to make it a Foundation to stand upon; n1 vmd av vhi vvn d n2 c-acp n2, cs n1 vhd xx vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
428 but by faith we understand it. Supposing the holy Scriptures to be the Word of God, it is clear enough there; but by faith we understand it. Supposing the holy Scriptures to be the Word of God, it is clear enough there; cc-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb pn31. vvg dt j n2 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz j av-d a-acp; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
429 and we cannot agree to the Scriptures, but we must agree to it; and we cannot agree to the Scriptures, but we must agree to it; cc pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n2, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn31; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
430 both that there are such Beings as Spirits (substances without sensible matter), and that they were also made by God: both that there Are such Beings as Spirits (substances without sensible matter), and that they were also made by God: d d a-acp vbr d n2 c-acp n2 (n2 p-acp j n1), cc cst pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
431 being some of those things in the Heavens, of which God was the Creator. 2. Supposing that Reason will tell us, That the worlds were made by God; being Some of those things in the Heavens, of which God was the Creator. 2. Supposing that Reason will tell us, That the world's were made by God; vbg d pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n2, pp-f r-crq np1 vbds dt n1. crd vvg d n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 53 Page 25
432 yet it will not tell us, That they were made by the Word of God. Reason (as I have before hinted) will go a great way to perswade, yet it will not tell us, That they were made by the Word of God. Reason (as I have before hinted) will go a great Way to persuade, av pn31 vmb xx vvi pno12, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn) vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
433 even an Aristotelian, that the World was not from eternity; but that it was made by a Divine omnipotent Being, pre-existent to it: even an Aristotelian, that the World was not from eternity; but that it was made by a Divine omnipotent Being, preexistent to it: av dt jp, cst dt n1 vbds xx p-acp n1; p-acp cst pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-jn j vbg, j p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
434 insomuch that some of Aristotle's Disciples in other things here deserted him, and took themselves so much concerned for their masters Reputation, insomuch that Some of Aristotle's Disciples in other things Here deserted him, and took themselves so much concerned for their Masters Reputation, av cst d pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp j-jn n2 av vvn pno31, cc vvd px32 av av-d vvn p-acp po32 ng1 n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
435 as to dispute whether he ever meant it, yea or no. as to dispute whither he ever meant it, yea or no. c-acp pc-acp vvi cs pns31 av vvd pn31, uh cc uh-dx. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
436 And the great Philosopher himself, though he seemeth to have been fixed in his notion about the worlds Eternity in many places: And the great Philosopher himself, though he seems to have been fixed in his notion about the world's Eternity in many places: cc dt j n1 px31, cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp d n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
437 yet in some particular passages of his writings, particularly in his Book De Generatione, seems to have wavered, disputing which way God went to work in making of the world. yet in Some particular passages of his writings, particularly in his Book De Generation, seems to have wavered, disputing which Way God went to work in making of the world. av p-acp d j n2 pp-f po31 n2, av-j p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr n1, vvz pc-acp vhi vvn, vvg r-crq n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
438 And the fancies of the great Philosophers ran very wild in this point: some will have it, that he first made a Chaos, or heap of confused matter; And the fancies of the great Philosophers ran very wild in this point: Some will have it, that he First made a Chaos, or heap of confused matter; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 vvd av j p-acp d n1: d vmb vhi pn31, cst pns31 ord vvd dt n1, cc n1 pp-f j-vvn n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
439 and out of that heap all particular things: as the Glass-man or Potter maketh his Vessels; and out of that heap all particular things: as the Glass-man or Potter makes his Vessels; cc av pp-f d n1 d j n2: c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvz po31 n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
440 or the Brick-maker maketh his Brick and Tile: or the Brickmaker makes his Brick and Tile: cc dt n1 vvz po31 n1 cc np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
441 as if it had not been as easie by one work for God to have made out of nothing, all particular things, as if it had not been as easy by one work for God to have made out of nothing, all particular things, c-acp cs pn31 vhd xx vbn a-acp j p-acp crd n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi vvn av pp-f pix, d j n2, (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
442 as to have made a Chaos out of nothing, that should in it potentially contain all the species of particular Beings. as to have made a Chaos out of nothing, that should in it potentially contain all the species of particular Beings. c-acp pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 av pp-f pix, cst vmd p-acp pn31 av-j vvi d dt n2 pp-f j n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
443 Others would have that Heap or Mass, call'd the Chaos, to have been eternal, out of which God produced all things: Others would have that Heap or Mass, called the Chaos, to have been Eternal, out of which God produced all things: n2-jn vmd vhi d n1 cc n1, vvd dt n1, pc-acp vhi vbn j, av pp-f r-crq np1 vvd d n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
444 so it should have been an improper Creation; not ex nihilo materiae, from a nothing of pre-existent matter; so it should have been an improper Creation; not ex nihilo materiae, from a nothing of preexistent matter; av pn31 vmd vhi vbn dt j n1; xx fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp av pix pp-f j n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 25
445 but ex nihilo subjecti capacis, from a nothing of a subject capable to receive such forms. but ex nihilo Subject capacis, from a nothing of a Subject capable to receive such forms. cc-acp fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, p-acp av pix pp-f dt n-jn j pc-acp vvi d n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
447 and by the word of his power gave a being, not only to all particular forms of beings, and by the word of his power gave a being, not only to all particular forms of beings, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd dt n1, xx av-j p-acp d j n2 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
448 but to all matter, and particular beings; saying, Let there be light, and there was light: but to all matter, and particular beings; saying, Let there be Light, and there was Light: cc-acp p-acp d n1, cc j n2; vvg, vvb pc-acp vbi j, cc a-acp vbds j: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
449 let there be a firmament, and it was so. let there be a firmament, and it was so. vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc pn31 vbds av. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
450 This is a thing Reason could never dream of, never from any connate principles conclude it. This is a thing Reason could never dream of, never from any connate principles conclude it. d vbz dt n1 n1 vmd av-x vvi pp-f, av-x p-acp d j n2 vvb pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
451 This faith tells us, the Word of God revealeth to us: Reason could never discern, never conclude: This faith tells us, the Word of God Revealeth to us: Reason could never discern, never conclude: d n1 vvz pno12, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno12: n1 vmd av-x vvi, av-x vvi: (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
452 though it might conclude the thing, that the worlds were made by God; though it might conclude the thing, that the world's were made by God; cs pn31 vmd vvi dt n1, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
453 yet it could not conclude the modus, or manner of the thing, how God should do it; yet it could not conclude the modus, or manner of the thing, how God should do it; av pn31 vmd xx vvi dt fw-la, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq np1 vmd vdi pn31; (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
454 or that he did it by the word of his power. This we could not by reason comprehend or understand. or that he did it by the word of his power. This we could not by reason comprehend or understand. cc cst pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. d pns12 vmd xx p-acp n1 vvi cc vvi. (8) sermon (DIV3) 54 Page 26
455 3. Reason giveth us a confused general notion, that the worlds were made by God: 3. Reason gives us a confused general notion, that the world's were made by God: crd n1 vvz pno12 dt j-vvn n1 n1, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
456 but faith giveth us a distinct account of particulars, the order, manner, and method of them. but faith gives us a distinct account of particulars, the order, manner, and method of them. cc-acp n1 vvz pno12 dt j n1 pp-f n2-j, dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
457 Reason will tell us, the world could not be eternal, that it could not give an Original to it self; Reason will tell us, the world could not be Eternal, that it could not give an Original to it self; n1 vmb vvi pno12, dt n1 vmd xx vbi j, cst pn31 vmd xx vvi dt j-jn p-acp pn31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
458 that it must be produced by a more noble and excellent being. that it must be produced by a more noble and excellent being. cst pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j cc j vbg. (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
459 But now for the circumstances of the Creation, the order, the time, the manner, that the world was created in six days; But now for the Circumstances of the Creation, the order, the time, the manner, that the world was created in six days; p-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp crd n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
460 that light was first created, then the celestial bodies, and then the terrestrial, &c. What was done the first day, what the second, what the third, &c. Reason tells us not. that Light was First created, then the celestial bodies, and then the terrestrial, etc. What was done the First day, what the second, what the third, etc. Reason tells us not. d n1 vbds ord vvn, cs dt j n2, cc av dt j, av q-crq vbds vdn dt ord n1, r-crq dt ord, q-crq dt ord, av n1 vvz pno12 xx. (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
461 Reason will tell us, that the first man was Gods Creation, for he could not be eternal; Reason will tell us, that the First man was God's Creation, for he could not be Eternal; n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt ord n1 vbds npg1 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx vbi j; (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
462 he could not give being to himself, he must be produced by a more excellent being: he could not give being to himself, he must be produced by a more excellent being: pns31 vmd xx vvi vbg p-acp px31, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j vbg: (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
463 but that the woman should be made of the rib of man, That man should be made according to the Image of God; but that the woman should be made of the rib of man, That man should be made according to the Image of God; cc-acp cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cst n1 vmd vbi vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
464 That he was made the sixth day, after the rest of Gods Works, and had a Dominion given him over them: That he was made the sixth day, After the rest of God's Works, and had a Dominion given him over them: cst pns31 vbds vvn dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz, cc vhd dt n1 vvn pno31 p-acp pno32: (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
465 This Faith learns us, Reason telleth us nothing of it. This Faith learns us, Reason Telleth us nothing of it. d n1 vvz pno12, vvb vvz pno12 pix pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 55 Page 26
466 4. Lastly, Reason creates in the soul, at best, but a faint assent to this Proposition, That the worlds are made by God, and still leaveth the mind under incertain fluctuations and doubts about it. 4. Lastly, Reason creates in the soul, At best, but a faint assent to this Proposition, That the world's Are made by God, and still Leaveth the mind under incertain fluctuations and doubts about it. crd ord, n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp js, cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cst dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1, cc av vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 26
467 By faith we understand, saith the Text; By faith we understand, Says the Text; p-acp n1 pns12 vvb, vvz dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 26
468 we are not properly said to understand those things, of which we have only a general, confused, indistinct knowledg, we Are not properly said to understand those things, of which we have only a general, confused, indistinct knowledge, pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn pc-acp vvi d n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb av-j dt n1, j-vvn, j n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 26
469 and to which we only give an incertain languid assent. and to which we only give an incertain languid assent. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 av-j vvb dt j j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 26
525 but if he were to create this Clay, certainly he would go the furthest way about; but if he were to create this Clay, Certainly he would go the furthest Way about; cc-acp cs pns31 vbdr pc-acp vvi d n1, av-j pns31 vmd vvi dt js n1 p-acp; (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
470 The great Philosopher in the world (as you have heard) hath doubted, whether the world were made at all, or had an eternal existence. Others, The great Philosopher in the world (as you have herd) hath doubted, whither the world were made At all, or had an Eternal existence. Others, dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vhz vvn, cs dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp d, cc vhd dt j n1. n2-jn, (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 26
471 whether it had not its Original from a casual concourse of Atoms: whither it had not its Original from a casual concourse of Atoms: cs pn31 vhd xx po31 j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
472 infinitely vain have been unsanctified mens imaginations, as in other things, so concerning the Original of the world; infinitely vain have been unsanctified men's Imaginations, as in other things, so Concerning the Original of the world; av-j j vhb vbn j ng2 n2, c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av vvg dt j-jn pp-f dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
473 and optimus Philosophus (we say) non nascitur. We are disputing still the most confessed conclusions, which are no more than the structures of Reason. and optimus Philosophus (we say) non nascitur. We Are disputing still the most confessed conclusions, which Are no more than the structures of Reason. cc fw-la fw-la (pns12 vvb) fw-fr fw-la. pns12 vbr vvg av dt av-ds vvn n2, r-crq vbr dx dc cs dt n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
474 So that indeed we are beholden to Faith, to the Revelation of the word (which is the object of Faith), So that indeed we Are beholden to Faith, to the Revelation of the word (which is the Object of Faith), av cst av pns12 vbr vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1), (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
475 and to the habits of Grace (habits of faith), for the settlement of our minds in Propositions of truth. and to the habits of Grace (habits of faith), for the settlement of our minds in Propositions of truth. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 (n2 pp-f n1), p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
476 It is but an auxiliary advantage as to Divine Propositions, which Reason gives us; our mind is not set at rest, and settled by them. It is but an auxiliary advantage as to Divine Propositions, which Reason gives us; our mind is not Set At rest, and settled by them. pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq n1 vvz pno12; po12 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp pno32. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
477 A luxuriant wit and fancy maketh all the perswasion and confirmation of them from Reason very incertain. A luxuriant wit and fancy makes all the persuasion and confirmation of them from Reason very incertain. dt j n1 cc n1 vvz d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 av j. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
478 Faith only brings the Soul to a rest about them, and gives the soul a clear, distinct, certain notion, and understanding of them. Faith only brings the Soul to a rest about them, and gives the soul a clear, distinct, certain notion, and understanding of them. n1 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvz dt n1 dt j, j, j n1, cc vvg pp-f pno32. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
479 By Reason we rather think, and opine, than understand, and certainly know, that the worlds were made by God. By Reason we rather think, and opine, than understand, and Certainly know, that the world's were made by God. p-acp n1 pns12 av vvb, cc n1, cs vvb, cc av-j vvb, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
480 But this is enough for the Explication. I come to the Application of the Doctrine. But this is enough for the Explication. I come to the Application of the Doctrine. p-acp d vbz av-d p-acp dt n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 56 Page 27
481 This in the first place may help to confirm our Faith concerning the Divine Being, the Ʋnity of it, and the Trinity of persons in it: This in the First place may help to confirm our Faith Concerning the Divine Being, the Ʋnity of it, and the Trinity of Persons in it: d p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n1 vvg dt j-jn vbg, dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt np1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
482 the worlds were made by God: Then there must be a God, whose being was pre-existent to the world; the world's were made by God: Then there must be a God, whose being was preexistent to the world; dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1: av pc-acp vmb vbi dt np1, r-crq vbg vbds j p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
483 and this God must be infinite in Power, and in Wisdom. The producing of things out of a not-being into a being, required an infinite power: and this God must be infinite in Power, and in Wisdom. The producing of things out of a Not being into a being, required an infinite power: cc d np1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. dt vvg pp-f n2 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vbg, vvd dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
484 the producing of such a variety of Beings, many of which were furnished, and adorned with such excellent perfections and qualities; the producing of such a variety of Beings, many of which were furnished, and adorned with such excellent perfections and qualities; dt vvg pp-f d dt n1 pp-f n2, d pp-f r-crq vbdr vvn, cc vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
485 the kniting and joynting of all together, and putting them in such an excellent subjection, the knitting and jointing of all together, and putting them in such an excellent subjection, dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f d av, cc vvg pno32 p-acp d dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
486 and subordination each to other, required an infinite wisdom, a wisdom paramount to any created wisdom; and subordination each to other, required an infinite Wisdom, a Wisdom paramount to any created Wisdom; cc n1 d p-acp n-jn, vvd dt j n1, dt n1 vvb p-acp d j-vvn n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
487 yea above all the wisdom of the Creatures, had all their wisdoms been united. This being infinite in Power, and Wisdom, must be God: yea above all the Wisdom of the Creatures, had all their wisdoms been united. This being infinite in Power, and Wisdom, must be God: uh p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vhd d po32 n2 vbn vvn. np1 vbg j p-acp n1, cc n1, vmb vbi np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
488 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, Gen. 1.1. God alone spread out the heavens, Job 9.8. He made the heavens, and the earth, the sea, and all that therein is. In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, Gen. 1.1. God alone spread out the heavens, Job 9.8. He made the heavens, and the earth, the sea, and all that therein is. p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd dt n2 cc dt n1, np1 crd. np1 av-j vvn av dt n2, n1 crd. pns31 vvd dt n2, cc dt n1, dt n1, cc d cst av vbz. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
489 Yea, thus the Lord proveth himself to be God, I am the Lord, and there is none other; Yea, thus the Lord Proves himself to be God, I am the Lord, and there is none other; uh, av dt n1 vvz px31 pc-acp vbi np1, pns11 vbm dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix j-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
490 forming the light, and making the darkness, vers. 7. And thus the true and living God standeth distinguished from Idols, Jer. 10.11. The Gods that have not made the heavens and the earth: forming the Light, and making the darkness, vers. 7. And thus the true and living God Stands distinguished from Idols, Jer. 10.11. The God's that have not made the heavens and the earth: vvg dt n1, cc vvg dt n1, fw-la. crd cc av dt j cc j-vvg np1 vvz vvn p-acp n2, np1 crd. dt n2 cst vhb xx vvn dt n2 cc dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 27
491 even they shall perish from the earth, and from under these heavens: even they shall perish from the earth, and from under these heavens: av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp p-acp d n2: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
492 He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his wisdom, He hath made the earth by his power, he hath established the world by his Wisdom, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
493 and hath stretched out the heavens by his discretion. Thus the Apostle argues, Heb. 3.4. Every house is builded by some: and hath stretched out the heavens by his discretion. Thus the Apostle argues, Hebrew 3.4. Every house is built by Some: cc vhz vvn av dt n2 p-acp po31 n1. av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. d n1 vbz vvn p-acp d: (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
494 but he that made all things is God; but he that made all things is God; cc-acp pns31 cst vvd d n2 vbz np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
495 yea, and this God is one. The uniformity of this great structure, the beauty, and order, yea, and this God is one. The uniformity of this great structure, the beauty, and order, uh, cc d np1 vbz pi. dt n1 pp-f d j n1, dt n1, cc n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
496 and subordination of all things in it do abundantly prove this by Reason. But Faith yet more confirmeth it, Mal. 2.10. and subordination of all things in it do abundantly prove this by Reason. But Faith yet more confirmeth it, Malachi 2.10. cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp pn31 vvz av-j vvi d p-acp n1. p-acp n1 av av-dc vvz pn31, np1 crd. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
497 Have we not all one father? hath not one God created us? Indeed (as I before said,) the structure and fabrick of it sheweth that one will willed it, one wisdom contrived and directed it, Have we not all one father? hath not one God created us? Indeed (as I before said,) the structure and fabric of it shows that one will willed it, one Wisdom contrived and directed it, vhb pns12 xx d crd n1? vhz xx crd n1 vvn pno12? av (c-acp pns11 a-acp vvd,) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vvz d pi n1 vvd pn31, crd n1 vvn cc vvd pn31, (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
498 and that one hand framed it. and that one hand framed it. cc d crd n1 vvd pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
499 And this one God is three persons, the Father of whom are all things, 1 Cor. 8.6. The Son, by whom are all things; And this one God is three Persons, the Father of whom Are all things, 1 Cor. 8.6. The Son, by whom Are all things; cc d crd np1 vbz crd n2, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbr d n2, vvn np1 crd. dt n1, p-acp ro-crq vbr d n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
500 for without him was nothing made that is made, Joh. 1.3. By him he made the worlds, Heb. 1.3. The Holy Spirit, that moved at the first upon the face of the waters, Gen. 1.1. Thou sendest forth thy spirit, and they were created, Psal. 104.30. Job 33.4. The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life, NONLATINALPHABET. In the Hebrew, Gods created. for without him was nothing made that is made, John 1.3. By him he made the world's, Hebrew 1.3. The Holy Spirit, that moved At the First upon the face of the waters, Gen. 1.1. Thou sendest forth thy Spirit, and they were created, Psalm 104.30. Job 33.4. The Spirit of God hath made me, and the breath of the Almighty hath given me life,. In the Hebrew, God's created. p-acp p-acp pno31 vbds pix vvn cst vbz vvn, np1 crd. p-acp pno31 pns31 vvd dt n2, np1 crd. dt j n1, cst vvd p-acp dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, np1 crd. pns21 vv2 av po21 n1, cc pns32 vbdr vvn, np1 crd. np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno11, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vhz vvn pno11 n1,. p-acp dt njp, n2 vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
501 I think it is well said of a grave Author, Constans aliqua & certa ratio pluralis numeri de Deo usurpati reddi alia nequit quam personarum pluralitas. I think it is well said of a grave Author, Constans Any & Certa ratio pluralis Numeri de God usurpati reddi Alias nequit quam personarum pluralitas. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av vvn pp-f dt j n1, np1 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
502 There can be no other steady certain reason given, why the Hebrew word so ordinarily translated God, should be in the plural number, There can be no other steady certain reason given, why the Hebrew word so ordinarily translated God, should be in the plural number, a-acp vmb vbi dx n-jn j j n1 vvn, c-crq dt njp n1 av av-jn vvn np1, vmd vbi p-acp dt j n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
503 but to notifie to us the plurality of persons in the Divine Being: all three are but that one God, who made heaven and the earth. but to notify to us the plurality of Persons in the Divine Being: all three Are but that one God, who made heaven and the earth. cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j-jn vbg: d crd vbr p-acp d crd np1, r-crq vvd n1 cc dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
504 The School-men determine right, that there is an infinite space from nothing to something; and therefore nothing but the infinite power of an infinite God, could bring any thing out of a not-being into a being. The Schoolmen determine right, that there is an infinite Molle from nothing to something; and Therefore nothing but the infinite power of an infinite God, could bring any thing out of a Not being into a being. dt n2 vvb av-jn, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp pix p-acp pi; cc av pix cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1, vmd vvi d n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vbg. (8) sermon (DIV3) 57 Page 28
505 From hence we may easily conclude what a God we serve: From hence we may Easily conclude what a God we serve: p-acp av pns12 vmb av-j vvi r-crq dt n1 pns12 vvb: (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 28
506 we serve him that made heaven and earth, and consequently one, who is, 1. Infinite in power. 2. Excellent in wisdom. 3. Admirable in goodness and mercy. we serve him that made heaven and earth, and consequently one, who is, 1. Infinite in power. 2. Excellent in Wisdom. 3. Admirable in Goodness and mercy. pns12 vvb pno31 d vvd n1 cc n1, cc av-j crd, r-crq vbz, crd j p-acp n1. crd j p-acp n1. crd j p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 28
507 1. Infinite in Power and Greatness. 1. Infinite in Power and Greatness. crd j p-acp n1 cc n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 28
508 To produce the least thing, and bring it out of a not-being into being (as I argued before), speaketh an unmeasurable infinite power: What power doth it then require, to produce all the various kinds and species of Creatures, the great bodies of the Heavens and the Earth; To produce the least thing, and bring it out of a Not being into being (as I argued before), speaks an unmeasurable infinite power: What power does it then require, to produce all the various Kinds and species of Creatures, the great bodies of the Heavens and the Earth; p-acp vvi dt ds n1, cc vvb pn31 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp vbg (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp), vvz dt j j n1: r-crq n1 vdz pn31 av vvi, pc-acp vvi d dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 28
509 and all those great bodies in them both, out of a meer nothing, and not-being, into an existence and being? Ex magnitudine creaturarum Deus magnus intelligitur, &c. From the greatness of the Creatures, saith Augustine, we may understand the greatness of God: and all those great bodies in them both, out of a mere nothing, and Not being, into an existence and being? Ex Magnitude creaturarum Deus magnus intelligitur, etc. From the greatness of the Creatures, Says Augustine, we may understand the greatness of God: cc d d j n2 p-acp pno32 d, av pp-f dt j pi2, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 cc vbg? fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, vvz np1, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
510 What an infinite and immense God do we serve? What nothings of being, and of power must we be compared with him? All the nations of the earth are to him as the drop of a bucket, What an infinite and immense God do we serve? What nothings of being, and of power must we be compared with him? All the Nations of the earth Are to him as the drop of a bucket, r-crq dt j cc j np1 vdb pns12 vvi? q-crq pi2x pp-f vbg, cc pp-f n1 vmb pns12 vbi vvn p-acp pno31? d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
511 as the small dust of the ballance. as the small dust of the balance. c-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
512 2. Excellent in wisdom. The contrivance of the fabrick and structure of the world speaketh this: 2. Excellent in Wisdom. The contrivance of the fabric and structure of the world speaks this: crd j p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz d: (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
513 But what an abundance of wisdom hath the great Creator scattered up and down the Creation? What a natural sagacity is, not in man only, But what an abundance of Wisdom hath the great Creator scattered up and down the Creation? What a natural sagacity is, not in man only, cc-acp q-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz dt j n1 vvn a-acp cc a-acp dt n1? q-crq dt j n1 vbz, xx p-acp n1 av-j, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
514 but in many brute Creatures? What abundance of moral prudence and discretion is observed, and to be found in many earthly Princes? Their Ministers of State and Counsellers, but in many brutus Creatures? What abundance of moral prudence and discretion is observed, and to be found in many earthly Princes? Their Ministers of State and Counsellers, cc-acp p-acp d n1 n2? q-crq n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n2? po32 n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
515 and in others of an inferior order? What infinite wisdom appears in joynting the world, and in Others of an inferior order? What infinite Wisdom appears in jointing the world, cc p-acp n2-jn pp-f dt j-jn n1? q-crq j n1 vvz p-acp vvg dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
516 and making the several parts of it to fit, and to serve one another, and to compound the different qualities of creatures to the service each of other, and making the several parts of it to fit, and to serve one Another, and to compound the different qualities of creatures to the service each of other, cc vvg dt j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp j, cc pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 d pp-f n-jn, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
517 and of the Universe? Oh the infinite wisdom of the only wise God! yet how little do we see of it? 3. Yea, and of the Universe? O the infinite Wisdom of the only wise God! yet how little doe we see of it? 3. Yea, cc pp-f dt n1? uh dt j n1 pp-f dt j j np1 av c-crq j n1 pns12 vvb pp-f pn31? crd uh, (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
518 and his infinite goodness also is apparent in the Creation of all things. Whoso looketh upon the usefulness of the Creatures to each other; and his infinite Goodness also is apparent in the Creation of all things. Whoso looks upon the usefulness of the Creatures to each other; cc po31 j n1 av vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n-jn; (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
519 their joynt subserviency to their end, and particularly their usefulness and subserviency to man, who hath by the Law of Creation a Dominion and Rule over all; their joint subserviency to their end, and particularly their usefulness and subserviency to man, who hath by the Law of Creation a Dominion and Rule over all; po32 j n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc av-j po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vhz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d; (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
520 must cry out, Who is like unto thee, O Lord? who is like unto thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, working wonders? must cry out, Who is like unto thee, Oh Lord? who is like unto thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, working wonders? vmb vvi av, r-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno21, uh n1? q-crq vbz av-j p-acp pno21, j p-acp n1, j p-acp n2, vvg n2? (8) sermon (DIV3) 58 Page 29
521 We may from hence observe the vanity of those Philosophers of this world, who would either make the world, We may from hence observe the vanity of those Philosophers of this world, who would either make the world, pns12 vmb p-acp av vvb dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmd d vvi dt n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
522 as fitted and joynted together, to be eternal, and without a beginning; or at least some Chaos, or heap of confused matter to have been so: as fitted and jointed together, to be Eternal, and without a beginning; or At least Some Chaos, or heap of confused matter to have been so: c-acp vvn cc vvn av, pc-acp vbi j, cc p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp ds d n1, cc n1 pp-f j-vvn n1 pc-acp vhi vbn av: (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
523 as also of those, who as to the Creation of the world, will have God at first to have made such a confused Chaos or Mass, and then out of that to have made all things. as also of those, who as to the Creation of the world, will have God At First to have made such a confused Chaos or Mass, and then out of that to have made all things. c-acp av pp-f d, r-crq c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vhi np1 p-acp ord pc-acp vhi vvn d dt j-vvn n1 cc n1, cc av av pp-f d pc-acp vhi vvn d n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
524 The Potter indeed must have such an heap of Clay, before he can make his Pots of several sizes and fashions; The Potter indeed must have such an heap of Clay, before he can make his Pots of several sizes and fashions; dt n1 av vmb vhi d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
526 for by the same power that he must first have to give being to his Clay, he might make his several sorts and sizes of Vessels, for by the same power that he must First have to give being to his Clay, he might make his several sorts and sizes of Vessels, c-acp p-acp dt d n1 cst pns31 vmb ord vhi pc-acp vvi vbg p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi po31 j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 29
527 and save himself that double labour. and save himself that double labour. cc vvi px31 d j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 30
528 I conclude, by Faith we understand that the worlds were made by the Power, or by the Word of God. I conclude, by Faith we understand that the world's were made by the Power, or by the Word of God. pns11 vvb, p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cst dt ng1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 30
529 His Power was the efficient cause of it; his Goodness the final cause of its Creation; his Wisdom the exemplary cause. His Power was the efficient cause of it; his goodness the final cause of its Creation; his Wisdom the exemplary cause. po31 n1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f pn31; po31 n1 dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1; po31 n1 dt j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 59 Page 30
530 4. We may from hence learn, the usefulness, necessity and excellency of faith: 4. We may from hence Learn, the usefulness, necessity and excellency of faith: crd pns12 vmb p-acp av vvi, dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
531 Faith taken for the object of it, Faith taken for the habit and act of it. Faith taken for the Object of it, Faith taken for the habit and act of it. n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
532 The Word of God, the habit of Faith, the exercise of it, they are all useful. The Word of God, the habit of Faith, the exercise of it, they Are all useful. dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31, pns32 vbr d j. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
533 We have great magnifyings of Reason, and indeed Reason is a noble faculty: We have great magnifyings of Reason, and indeed Reason is a noble faculty: pns12 vhb j n2-vvg pp-f n1, cc av n1 vbz dt j n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
534 it is that to the soul, which the eye is to the body, which light is to the eye; it is that to the soul, which the eye is to the body, which Light is to the eye; pn31 vbz cst p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
535 but Faith is not useless, because Reason is useful; yea Reason must ride but in the second Chariot: but Faith is not useless, Because Reason is useful; yea Reason must ride but in the second Chariot: cc-acp n1 vbz xx j, c-acp n1 vbz j; uh n1 vmb vvi cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
536 Reason would have taught us little of Spirits, indeed we by Faith know little of them; Reason would have taught us little of Spirits, indeed we by Faith know little of them; n1 vmd vhi vvn pno12 j pp-f n2, av pns12 p-acp n1 vvb j pp-f pno32; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
537 but we know so much as God will please to reveal; but we know so much as God will please to reveal; cc-acp pns12 vvb av av-d c-acp np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
538 we had known much less, if left only to what conclusions we could have raised from natural principles. we had known much less, if left only to what conclusions we could have raised from natural principles. pns12 vhd vvn av-d dc, cs vvn av-j p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp j n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
539 Reason would have taught us nothing in particular, how, and in what order, or in what time the world was made. Reason would have taught us nothing in particular, how, and in what order, or in what time the world was made. n1 vmd vhi vvn pno12 pix p-acp j, uh-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n1, cc p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vbds vvn. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
540 Nay, 2ly, There is not an use of Faith only, but a necessity of it. The Creation of the world is an object of our Faith, Nay, 2ly, There is not an use of Faith only, but a necessity of it. The Creation of the world is an Object of our Faith, uh-x, av-j, pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
541 and to be received upon the credit of the Word of God; and to be received upon the credit of the Word of God; cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
542 we must so assent to it, as by our assent to give an homage to Gods Authority in revealing it: we must so assent to it, as by our assent to give an homage to God's authority in revealing it: pns12 vmb av vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg pn31: (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
543 this we cannot do but by Faith. this we cannot do but by Faith. d pns12 vmbx vdi cc-acp p-acp n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
544 Finally, from this discourse appeareth the Excellency of Faith; it maketh us to understand, that the worlds were framed by the Word of God; Finally, from this discourse appears the Excellency of Faith; it makes us to understand, that the world's were framed by the Word of God; av-j, p-acp d n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1; pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb, cst dt n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
545 it puts our mind beyond doubts, and endless disputes, and incertain fluctuations; it puts our mind beyond doubts, and endless disputes, and incertain fluctuations; pn31 vvz po12 n1 p-acp n2, cc j vvz, cc j n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
546 it leaveth us not to the endless inquiries of Philosophy, how these things could be, &c. Lastly, Learn hence how every inanimate and brute creature praiseth God, and how infinitely all rational creatures are obliged to the service and obedience of God. it Leaveth us not to the endless inquiries of Philosophy, how these things could be, etc. Lastly, Learn hence how every inanimate and brutus creature Praiseth God, and how infinitely all rational creatures Are obliged to the service and Obedience of God. pn31 vvz pno12 xx p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, c-crq d n2 vmd vbi, av ord, vvb av c-crq d j cc n1 n1 vvz np1, cc c-crq av-j d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 60 Page 30
547 1. How every inanimate and brute creature praiseth God: 1. How every inanimate and brutus creature Praiseth God: crd c-crq d j cc n1 n1 vvz np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 30
548 The heavens (saith the Psalmist) declare the glory of God, and the firmament sheweth his handy-work: The heavens (Says the Psalmist) declare the glory of God, and the firmament shows his handiwork: dt n2 (vvz dt n1) vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 vvz po31 n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 30
605 My work will then be, to answer some hard questions, solve some Phaenomena's, expound some hard Chapters; My work will then be, to answer Some hard questions, solve Some Phaenomena's, expound Some hard Chapters; po11 n1 vmb av vbi, pc-acp vvi d j n2, vvb d npg1, vvb d j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
549 Day unto day uttereth speech, and night unto night declareth knowledg: there is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard: Day unto day utters speech, and night unto night Declareth knowledge: there is no speech nor language, where their voice is not herd: n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1: pc-acp vbz dx n1 ccx n1, c-crq po32 n1 vbz xx vvn: (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 30
550 their line is gone out to the end of the earth, and their words to the end of the world: their line is gone out to the end of the earth, and their words to the end of the world: po32 n1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 30
551 In them hath he set a tabernacle for the Sun, &c. Psal. 19.1, 2, 3, 4. There is no Creature but giveth a mute praise to God, they shew the Lords Glory, and praise him; In them hath he Set a tabernacle for the Sun, etc. Psalm 19.1, 2, 3, 4. There is no Creature but gives a mute praise to God, they show the lords Glory, and praise him; p-acp pno32 vhz pns31 vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av np1 crd, crd, crd, crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb dt n2 n1, cc vvi pno31; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
552 as the picture finely drawn doth praise the Limner, or the building praiseth the Mason or Carpenter; as the picture finely drawn does praise the Limner, or the building Praiseth the Mason or Carpenter; c-acp dt n1 av-j vvn vdz vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
553 as any great effect praiseth its efficient cause. as any great Effect Praiseth its efficient cause. c-acp d j n1 vvz po31 j n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
554 And this is a thing we ought to attend, and observe in our Contemplation and use of the Creatures; And this is a thing we ought to attend, and observe in our Contemplation and use of the Creatures; cc d vbz dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
555 we should view God in them: see how God is glorified in their brave and useful structure and composition; we should view God in them: see how God is glorified in their brave and useful structure and composition; pns12 vmd vvi np1 p-acp pno32: vvb c-crq np1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 j cc j n1 cc n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
556 Oh how sweet a Contemplation would this be, if we could view the Glory, Power, Wisdom, infinite Goodness of the Creator in them all! O how sweet a Contemplation would this be, if we could view the Glory, Power, Wisdom, infinite goodness of the Creator in them all! uh q-crq j dt n1 vmd d vbi, cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1, n1, n1, j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 d! (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
557 But secondly, How particularly is man concerned, to praise, love, and serve God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth! But secondly, How particularly is man concerned, to praise, love, and serve God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth! p-acp ord, c-crq av-j vbz n1 vvn, pc-acp vvi, n1, cc vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1! (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
558 to man he hath alone given Reason to make conclusions; to man hath he given the word of Faith; to man he hath alone given Reason to make conclusions; to man hath he given the word of Faith; p-acp n1 pns31 vhz av-j vvn n1 pc-acp vvi n2; p-acp n1 vhz pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
559 for man he hath made all these things, and given him a Dominion over the work of his hands. for man he hath made all these things, and given him a Dominion over the work of his hands. p-acp n1 pns31 vhz vvn d d n2, cc vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
560 Now who planteth a vineyard (saith the Apostle), 1 Cor. 9.7. and eateth not of the fruit thereof? The world is a great Vineyard, God hath planted it, he hath let it out to the Sons of men as his husband-men; Now who plants a vineyard (Says the Apostle), 1 Cor. 9.7. and Eateth not of the fruit thereof? The world is a great Vineyard, God hath planted it, he hath let it out to the Sons of men as his husbandmen; av r-crq vvz dt n1 (vvz dt n1), vvd np1 crd. cc vvz xx pp-f dt n1 av? dt n1 vbz dt j n1, np1 vhz vvn pn31, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
561 Should he not eat of the fruit thereof? The inanimate Creatures, they declare the glory of God: Should he not eat of the fruit thereof? The inanimate Creatures, they declare the glory of God: vmd pns31 xx vvi pp-f dt n1 av? dt j n2, pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
562 the Heavens declare his Glory, the Earth sheweth his handy-work, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, carry the high Praises and Glory of God to the utmost ends of the Earth. the Heavens declare his Glory, the Earth shows his handiwork, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, carry the high Praises and Glory of God to the utmost ends of the Earth. dt n2 vvb po31 n1, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n2, vvb dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
563 Do not you that are Fathers think your Sons obliged to serve, and to honour you? Yet you were but partial causes of their being; Do not you that Are Father's think your Sons obliged to serve, and to honour you? Yet you were but partial Causes of their being; vdb xx pn22 d vbr n2 vvb po22 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pn22? av pn22 vbdr p-acp j n2 pp-f po32 vbg; (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
564 God did much more than you to their production. Doth not the Master think his servant is obliged to serve, and to honour him, God did much more than you to their production. Does not the Master think his servant is obliged to serve, and to honour him, np1 vdd av-d av-dc cs pn22 p-acp po32 n1. vdz xx dt n1 vvb po31 n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno31, (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
565 because he hath made him, he hath raised him up to some capacity of living in the world, to some dignity? The Potter thinketh that he may command the Pots which he hath made, Because he hath made him, he hath raised him up to Some capacity of living in the world, to Some dignity? The Potter Thinketh that he may command the Pots which he hath made, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno31, pns31 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1? dt n1 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
566 and shall not man be the servant of the most high God, who made him, and who made the world for him? and shall not man be the servant of the most high God, who made him, and who made the world for him? cc vmb xx n1 vbi dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j np1, r-crq vvd pno31, cc r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31? (8) sermon (DIV3) 61 Page 31
567 1. In Reason he ought to be so, he oweth his being, his well-being, all that he hath, all the accommodations of his life unto God. 1. In Reason he ought to be so, he owes his being, his well-being, all that he hath, all the accommodations of his life unto God. crd p-acp n1 pns31 vmd pc-acp vbi av, pns31 vvz po31 vbg, po31 n1, d cst pns31 vhz, d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 62 Page 31
568 2. God expecteth it from him. 2. God Expects it from him. crd np1 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 63 Page 31
569 Nulla necessitate coactus, (saith Holy Augustine) nulla sua cujusdam utilitatis indigentia permotus, sed sola bonitate ac liberrima voluntate fecit Deus quicquid fecit. Nulla necessitate Coactus, (Says Holy Augustine) nulla sua cujusdam utilitatis Poverty permotus, sed sola bonitate ac liberrima voluntate fecit Deus quicquid fecit. fw-la n1 fw-la, (vvz j np1) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la uh fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (8) sermon (DIV3) 63 Page 31
570 God was not compelled to make the world, he needed it not, he made it meerly of his own goodness, God was not compelled to make the world, he needed it not, he made it merely of his own Goodness, np1 vbds xx vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns31 vvd pn31 xx, pns31 vvd pn31 av-j pp-f po31 d n1, (8) sermon (DIV3) 63 Page 32
571 and for the use of man. and for the use of man. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 63 Page 32
572 Can any one think that God doth not expect homage and service from man? And from hence three things must follow, Can any one think that God does not expect homage and service from man? And from hence three things must follow, vmb d crd vvi cst np1 vdz xx vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp n1? cc p-acp av crd n2 vmb vvi, (8) sermon (DIV3) 63 Page 32
573 1. That the presumptuous sinner must necessarily be the most unnatural creature; he serveth not the end of his Creation. 1. That the presumptuous sinner must necessarily be the most unnatural creature; he serves not the end of his Creation. crd cst dt j n1 vmb av-j vbi dt av-ds j n1; pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 64 Page 32
574 The grass was made for the food of the beast, that serveth its end, it grows, is cut down, &c. The beasts serve their end, they were made for the use of man, for his food, his covering; The grass was made for the food of the beast, that serves its end, it grows, is Cut down, etc. The beasts serve their end, they were made for the use of man, for his food, his covering; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz po31 n1, pn31 vvz, vbz vvn a-acp, av dt n2 vvb po32 n1, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 n1, po31 n-vvg; (8) sermon (DIV3) 64 Page 32
575 they dye daily, are clipped, shorn, flea'd, and all for man, only the sinner serveth not his end. they die daily, Are clipped, shorn, flayed, and all for man, only the sinner serves not his end. pns32 vvb av-j, vbr vvn, vvn, vvn, cc d p-acp n1, av-j dt n1 vvz xx po31 n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 64 Page 32
576 He was made for the Honour and Glory of God, he doth nothing less; He was made for the Honour and Glory of God, he does nothing less; pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdz pix av-dc; (8) sermon (DIV3) 64 Page 32
577 yea his whole life is a dishonouring God, an abusing of his holy name and things. yea his Whole life is a Dishonoring God, an abusing of his holy name and things. uh po31 j-jn n1 vbz dt vvg np1, dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1 cc n2. (8) sermon (DIV3) 64 Page 32
578 2. That this sinner is the most ingrateful creature in the world: he acts from his will and choice, with the use of Reason. 2. That this sinner is the most ingrateful creature in the world: he acts from his will and choice, with the use of Reason. crd cst d n1 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1: pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 65 Page 32
579 Now doing so, considering that not only he is born in the Lords house, and is his Creation; Now doing so, considering that not only he is born in the lords house, and is his Creation; av vdg av, vvg cst xx av-j pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, cc vbz po31 n1; (8) sermon (DIV3) 65 Page 32
580 but all the Creatures upon which he lives, by the use of which his life is made sweet to him, are the Lords, his Wheat, his Oyl, his Wool, Silk, Flax, &c. This speaketh him the most ingrateful creature in the whole Creation. but all the Creatures upon which he lives, by the use of which his life is made sweet to him, Are the lords, his Wheat, his Oil, his Wool, Silk, Flax, etc. This speaks him the most ingrateful creature in the Whole Creation. cc-acp d dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq po31 n1 vbz vvn j p-acp pno31, vbr dt n2, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, n1, n1, av np1 vvz pno31 dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (8) sermon (DIV3) 65 Page 32
581 3. Nay lastly, It speaks him the most self-condemned creature. If he would but ask his own conscience, whose image and superscription he bears, it would certainly reply unto him, God 's: 3. Nay lastly, It speaks him the most self-condemned creature. If he would but ask his own conscience, whose image and superscription he bears, it would Certainly reply unto him, God is: crd uh-x ord, pn31 vvz pno31 dt av-ds j n1. cs pns31 vmd cc-acp vvi po31 d n1, rg-crq n1 cc n1 pns31 vvz, pn31 vmd av-j vvi p-acp pno31, np1 vbz: (8) sermon (DIV3) 66 Page 32
582 then certainly that of our Saviour would follow, Render therefore unto God, the things that are Gods; then Certainly that of our Saviour would follow, Render Therefore unto God, the things that Are God's; av av-j d pp-f po12 n1 vmd vvi, vvb av p-acp np1, dt n2 cst vbr n2; (8) sermon (DIV3) 66 Page 32
583 and in not doing so, he cannot but be condemned by his own Conscience, whenever he will give it liberty to speak freely to him. and in not doing so, he cannot but be condemned by his own Conscience, whenever he will give it liberty to speak freely to him. cc a-acp xx vdg av, pns31 vmbx p-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n1, av pns31 vmb vvi pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31. (8) sermon (DIV3) 66 Page 32
584 SERMON III. Psal. XXXVI. 6. — O Lord! thou preservest man and beast. SERMON III. Psalm XXXVI. 6. — Oh Lord! thou preservest man and beast. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd — uh n1! pns21 vv2 n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 66 Page 33
585 I Am now come to the Theme which I at first intended, viz. a discourse concerning Divine Providence; to which my two former were, indeed, but preliminary and introductory discourses. I Am now come to the Theme which I At First intended, viz. a discourse Concerning Divine Providence; to which my two former were, indeed, but preliminary and introductory discourses. pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 p-acp ord vvd, n1 dt n1 vvg j-jn n1; p-acp r-crq po11 crd j vbdr, av, cc-acp n1 cc n1 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
586 I shall not speak to Divine Providence in that latitude in which sometimes Divines take it, I shall not speak to Divine Providence in that latitude in which sometime Divines take it, pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq av n2-jn vvb pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
606 so as to reconcile the motions of Providence to the eternal purpose, the faithful promises, and the unchangeable loving-kindness of God to his church and people. so as to reconcile the motions of Providence to the Eternal purpose, the faithful promises, and the unchangeable Lovingkindness of God to his Church and people. av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n2, cc dt j-u n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
587 as it comprehendeth the Prescience of God; but shall restrain my discourse to what Divines call Actual Providence: by which I understand the workings of God referring to the world as created. as it comprehendeth the Prescience of God; but shall restrain my discourse to what Divines call Actual Providence: by which I understand the workings of God referring to the world as created. c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp r-crq n2-jn vvb j n1: p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 c-acp vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
588 We have already shewed, 1. That there was an eternal purpose of God, according to the counsel of his will, concerning all things. We have already showed, 1. That there was an Eternal purpose of God, according to the counsel of his will, Concerning all things. pns12 vhb av vvn, crd d a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg d n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
589 2. That in pursuit of this, he first made the worlds, all creatures both in heaven and earth. 2. That in pursuit of this, he First made the world's, all creatures both in heaven and earth. crd cst p-acp n1 pp-f d, pns31 ord vvd dt n2, d n2 av-d p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
590 Now the question is, Whether God, when he had made the worlds, left them to their own order and government, either subjecting them to a mathematical fate, or leaving them to their own inclinations, no further caring for them: or Whether he doth not exercise a daily care concerning them, in the preservation of their beings, qualities, and faculties; Now the question is, Whither God, when he had made the world's, left them to their own order and government, either subjecting them to a mathematical fate, or leaving them to their own inclinations, no further caring for them: or Whither he does not exercise a daily care Concerning them, in the preservation of their beings, qualities, and faculties; av dt n1 vbz, cs np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n2, vvd pno32 p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1, d vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, av-dx jc vvg p-acp pno32: cc cs pns31 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 vvg pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, n2, cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
591 and directing and governing their motions and actions: and directing and governing their motions and actions: cc vvg cc vvg po32 n2 cc n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
592 we affirm the latter, viz. That as all things were made at first, per essentiam creatricem, by the creating power of the Divine Being, producing them out of a Not-being into a Being; we affirm the latter, viz. That as all things were made At First, per essentiam Creatricem, by the creating power of the Divine Being, producing them out of a Not being into a Being; pns12 vvb dt d, n1 cst p-acp d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp ord, fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, vvg pno32 av pp-f dt j p-acp dt vbg; (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
593 so they are kept in Being and Order, per ejusdem potentiam conservatricem, by the same power, preserving, upholding and governing of them. so they Are kept in Being and Order, per ejusdem potentiam conservatricem, by the same power, preserving, upholding and governing of them. av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp vbg cc n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt d n1, vvg, vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
594 This is a very large Theme, should I undertake it in the full extent and compass of it; This is a very large Theme, should I undertake it in the full extent and compass of it; d vbz dt av j n1, vmd pns11 vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
595 but I shall reduce whatsoever I shall say concerning it to these Heads. but I shall reduce whatsoever I shall say Concerning it to these Heads. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vmb vvi vvg pn31 p-acp d n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 67 Page 33
596 1. I shall speak something concerning the Nature and Principal acts of Providence, as more generally respecting creatures. 1. I shall speak something Concerning the Nature and Principal acts of Providence, as more generally respecting creatures. crd pns11 vmb vvi pi vvg dt n1 cc j-jn vvz pp-f n1, c-acp av-dc av-j vvg n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 68 Page 34
597 I shall therefore first prove the thing, That there is such an act of God; and then discourse of the two main acts of it. I shall Therefore First prove the thing, That there is such an act of God; and then discourse of the two main acts of it. pns11 vmb av ord vvi dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f np1; cc av n1 pp-f dt crd j n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 68 Page 34
598 2. In regard the motions of Providence are not all equal, I shall discourse something concerning the specialties of it. 2. In regard the motions of Providence Are not all equal, I shall discourse something Concerning the specialties of it. crd p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx d j-jn, pns11 vmb vvi pi vvg dt n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 69 Page 34
599 3. I shall shortly discourse of the depths, and unsearchable things of it. 3. I shall shortly discourse of the depths, and unsearchable things of it. crd pns11 vmb av-j vvi pp-f dt n2, cc j n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 70 Page 34
600 4. Something I shall also speak (more largely) of our duty to observe it: 4. Something I shall also speak (more largely) of our duty to observe it: crd np1 pns11 vmb av vvi (av-dc av-j) pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 71 Page 34
601 and some more special observable things in the motions of it. 5. Lastly, I shall speak something fully concerning the NONLATINALPHABET, or hard Chapters of it. and Some more special observable things in the motions of it. 5. Lastly, I shall speak something Fully Concerning the, or hard Chapters of it. cc d dc j j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi pi av-j vvg dt, cc j n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 71 Page 34
602 For what St. Peter, 1 Pet. 3.16, saith concerning Paul 's Epistles, the same may be applied to the workings of Divine Providence. For what Saint Peter, 1 Pet. 3.16, Says Concerning Paul is Epistles, the same may be applied to the workings of Divine Providence. p-acp r-crq n1 np1, crd np1 crd, vvz vvg np1 vbz n2, dt d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
603 There are in them some things hard to be understood, which they who are unlearned, and unstable, wrest, as they do other things, to their own destruction. There Are in them Some things hard to be understood, which they who Are unlearned, and unstable, wrest, as they do other things, to their own destruction. pc-acp vbr p-acp pno32 d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns32 r-crq vbr j, cc j, vvb, c-acp pns32 vdb j-jn n2, p-acp po32 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
604 The profane and carnal hearts of men wrest them to their ruin: the jealous and suspicious Christian to his own disquiet. The profane and carnal hearts of men wrest them to their ruin: the jealous and suspicious Christian to his own disquiet. dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 n1: dt j cc j njp p-acp po31 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
608 First, Let me open the term, and then establish the thing, That there is a providence. First, Let me open the term, and then establish the thing, That there is a providence. ord, vvb pno11 vvi dt n1, cc av vvi dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
609 The word, Providence, is derived from the Latine; The word, Providence, is derived from the Latin; dt n1, n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt jp; (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
610 and indeed strictly according to the Notation of the word, signifies no more than a foresight of a thing that is to come; and indeed strictly according to the Notation of the word, signifies no more than a foresight of a thing that is to come; cc av av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi; (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
611 in which notion Tully describes it. in which notion Tully describes it. p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 72 Page 34
612 This it may be gave some Divines advantage to extend the Notion of it to the Divine Prescience. But this Notation is too short to express the Notion of Providence as an act of God, This it may be gave Some Divines advantage to extend the Notion of it to the Divine Prescience. But this Notation is too short to express the Notion of Providence as an act of God, d pn31 vmb vbi vvd d n2-jn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1. p-acp d n1 vbz av j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 73 Page 34
613 and indeed the Notation of it, both in the Hebrew and Greek, signifies more than this. and indeed the Notation of it, both in the Hebrew and Greek, signifies more than this. cc av dt n1 pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp dt njp cc jp, vvz av-dc cs d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 73 Page 34
614 In the first a curious subtil search and care; in the second more than a bare sight; In the First a curious subtle search and care; in the second more than a bore sighed; p-acp dt ord dt j j n1 cc n1; p-acp dt ord av-dc cs dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 73 Page 34
615 such a one as is conjoined with care and minding the thing seen. Indeed we do not find the Noun Providence attributed to God in Scripture: such a one as is conjoined with care and minding the thing seen. Indeed we do not find the Noun Providence attributed to God in Scripture: d dt pi p-acp vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc vvg dt n1 vvn. av pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 73 Page 34
616 we find Tertullus, the Roman Orator, telling the Governour, That by his Providence many worthy things had been done for the Jewish Nation, Act. 24.2. we find Tertullus, the Roman Orator, telling the Governor, That by his Providence many worthy things had been done for the Jewish nation, Act. 24.2. pns12 vvb np1, dt np1 n1, vvg dt n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 d j n2 vhd vbn vdn p-acp dt jp n1, n1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV3) 74 Page 34
617 But I do not remember the term Providence of God, applied to God any-where. But I do not Remember the term Providence of God, applied to God anywhere. p-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi dt n1 n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp np1 av. (9) sermon (DIV3) 74 Page 34
618 But we are not disputing for a word: the thing we find up and down. Can God provide flesh for his people, Psal. 78. v. 20. God having provided better things for us, NONLATINALPHABET, Heb. 11.20. Job 38.41, Who provideth for the Raven his food, when his young ones cry unto God. But we Are not disputing for a word: the thing we find up and down. Can God provide Flesh for his people, Psalm 78. v. 20. God having provided better things for us,, Hebrew 11.20. Job 38.41, Who Provideth for the Raven his food, when his young ones cry unto God. p-acp po12 vbr xx vvg p-acp dt n1: dt n1 pns12 vvb a-acp cc a-acp. vmb np1 vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd n1 crd np1 vhg vvn j n2 p-acp pno12,, np1 crd. np1 crd, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 po31 n1, c-crq po31 j pi2 vvi p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 74 Page 35
619 Our Saviour, Matt. 6. argueth from this act of God towards the Birds and the Lillies, to disswade his Disciples from a too eager sollicitude for the things of this life. Our Saviour, Matt. 6. argue from this act of God towards the Birds and the Lilies, to dissuade his Disciples from a too eager solicitude for the things of this life. po12 n1, np1 crd n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cc dt n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt av j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 74 Page 35
620 There again is the thing plain enough, though not the word Providence. There again is the thing plain enough, though not the word Providence. a-acp av vbz dt n1 j av-d, cs xx dt n1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 74 Page 35
621 I hinted to you before, that some Divines use the term sometimes in a far larger notion than I am speaking to it, I hinted to you before, that Some Divines use the term sometime in a Far larger notion than I am speaking to it, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 a-acp, cst d n2-jn vvb dt n1 av p-acp dt av-j jc n1 cs pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 75 Page 35
622 as comprehensive of something of the Divine Decrees, relating to all but rational beings: hence their distinction betwixt the Decree of Predestination, and the Decree of Providence. as comprehensive of something of the Divine Decrees, relating to all but rational beings: hence their distinction betwixt the decree of Predestination, and the decree of Providence. c-acp j pp-f pi pp-f dt j-jn n2, vvg p-acp d p-acp j n2: av po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 75 Page 35
623 The latter they make the purpose of God to create the world, and to preserve and govern it being created; The latter they make the purpose of God to create the world, and to preserve and govern it being created; dt d pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31 vbg vvn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 75 Page 35
624 and thus they make Creation a branch of Providence, (it was indeed a working according to the Counsel of the Divine Will). and thus they make Creation a branch of Providence, (it was indeed a working according to the Counsel of the Divine Will). cc av pns32 vvb n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (pn31 vbds av dt n-vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1). (9) sermon (DIV3) 75 Page 35
625 But I meddle not with the Decree, but shall limit my discourse to the work of Providence, which I told you was Actual Providence. But I meddle not with the decree, but shall limit my discourse to the work of Providence, which I told you was Actual Providence. p-acp pns11 vvb xx p-acp dt n1, p-acp vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 vbds j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 75 Page 35
646 So that, as the former Doctrine of creation excluded the Pagan conceits, either of the worlds eternity, So that, as the former Doctrine of creation excluded the Pagan conceits, either of the world's eternity, av cst, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvn dt j-jn n2, d pp-f dt ng1 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
626 In short, the term, Providence, in the Notion wherein I shall speak to it, signifies, The daily influence of the Divine Being upon the whole Creation, preserving and upholding the several Beings and faculties of all the creatures, permitting, directing and governing their several motions and actions to the great end of his own glory, In short, the term, Providence, in the Notion wherein I shall speak to it, signifies, The daily influence of the Divine Being upon the Whole Creation, preserving and upholding the several Beings and faculties of all the creatures, permitting, directing and governing their several motions and actions to the great end of his own glory, p-acp j, dt n1, n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31, vvz, dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg cc vvg dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d dt n2, vvg, vvg cc vvg po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
627 and other ends of their creation subordinated to this end. and other ends of their creation subordinated to this end. cc j-jn n2 pp-f po32 n1 vvn p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
628 So I understand by it the work of God, which (as our Lord saith) he hitherto worketh, and his son worketh, contradistinct to the work of creation. Creation was his work in the beginning of time: So I understand by it the work of God, which (as our Lord Says) he hitherto works, and his son works, contradistinct to the work of creation. Creation was his work in the beginning of time: av pns11 vvb p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq (p-acp po12 n1 vvz) pns31 av vvz, cc po31 n1 vvz, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
629 this his work in the process of time, beginning when Creation ceased. That was the work of six days; this his work ever since: this his work in the process of time, beginning when Creation ceased. That was the work of six days; this his work ever since: d po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg c-crq n1 vvd. cst vbds dt n1 pp-f crd n2; d po31 n1 av a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
630 That gave the creature its Being; this upholdeth and continueth that Being: That gave the creature its Being; this upholds and Continueth that Being: cst vvd dt n1 po31 vbg; d vvz cc vvz d vbg: (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
631 both the works of an Almighty power, of Father, Son, and Holy-Ghost. For the works of the Trinity, with reference to the creature, are not divided: both the works of an Almighty power, of Father, Son, and Holy ghost. For the works of the Trinity, with Referente to the creature, Are not divided: d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr xx vvn: (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
632 what is the work of the Father, is also the work of the Son, and the work of the Holy-Ghost. what is the work of the Father, is also the work of the Son, and the work of the Holy ghost. r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
633 So that when we assert a Divine Providence, extensive to the whole Creation, this is that which we mean. So that when we assert a Divine Providence, extensive to the Whole Creation, this is that which we mean. av cst c-crq pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1, j p-acp dt j-jn n1, d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 76 Page 35
634 That as the blessed Trinity did at first by an Almighty power, bring the worlds, both Heaven and Earth, That as the blessed Trinity did At First by an Almighty power, bring the world's, both Heaven and Earth, cst p-acp dt j-vvn np1 vdd p-acp ord p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb dt n2, d n1 cc n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
635 and all creatures therein, out of a Not-being, into a Being; and all creatures therein, out of a Not being, into a Being; cc d n2 av, av pp-f dt j, p-acp dt vbg; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
636 so he doth still, wisely and powerfully influence the whole creation, preserving their Beings, and several faculties of all his creatures; so he does still, wisely and powerfully influence the Whole creation, preserving their Beings, and several faculties of all his creatures; av pns31 vdz av, av-j cc av-j n1 dt j-jn n1, vvg po32 n2, cc j n2 pp-f d po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
637 and so far directeth, permitteth, and governeth their actions, that they shall answer the ends, for which he created, and so qualified them, especially the great end of his glory. and so Far directeth, permitteth, and Governs their actions, that they shall answer the ends, for which he created, and so qualified them, especially the great end of his glory. cc av av-j vvz, vvz, cc vvz po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, cc av vvd pno32, av-j dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
638 For (saith Solomon) he made all things for himself; For (Says Solomon) he made all things for himself; c-acp (vvz np1) pns31 vvd d n2 c-acp px31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
639 and for him, as well as of him, are all things (saith the Apostle). and for him, as well as of him, Are all things (Says the Apostle). cc p-acp pno31, c-acp av c-acp pp-f pno31, vbr d n2 (vvz dt n1). (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
640 The School-men say, that Gods Being, is esse fixum, a fixt and unalterable Being, in which there can be no variableness, no shadow of change: The Schoolmen say, that God's Being, is esse fixum, a fixed and unalterable Being, in which there can be no variableness, no shadow of change: dt n2 vvb, cst n2 vbg, vbz fw-la fw-la, dt vvn cc j vbg, p-acp r-crq a-acp vmb vbi dx n1, dx n1 pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
641 his name is, I AM, he is the same yesterday, to day, and for ever. But the creatures Being, is esse fluxum, a mutable Being; his name is, I AM, he is the same yesterday, to day, and for ever. But the creatures Being, is esse fluxum, a mutable Being; po31 n1 vbz, pns11 vbm, pns31 vbz dt d av-an, p-acp n1, cc p-acp av. p-acp dt n2 vbg, vbz fw-la fw-la, dt j vbg; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
642 we see changes and varieties every day, in their Beings, in their Motions: the whole creation is but one great Sea, in a continual flux and reflux. Now, we see changes and varieties every day, in their Beings, in their Motions: the Whole creation is but one great Sea, in a continual flux and reflux. Now, pns12 vvb n2 cc n2 d n1, p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2: dt j-jn n1 vbz p-acp crd j n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. av, (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
643 as God by his Decree of Providence from eternity, determined these successions, varieties and motions; as God by his decree of Providence from eternity, determined these successions, varieties and motions; c-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvd d n2, n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
644 so like a great King, mighty in Counsel, and wonderful in working, he upholdeth them to them, so like a great King, mighty in Counsel, and wondered in working, he upholds them to them, av av-j dt j n1, j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp pno32, (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
647 or casual composition of it, and gave God the glory of that his first and great work of creation: so this is opposed to the Atheistical conceits of those, who would have the created world, to be either a principle to it self, of its standing or preservation in the order it is; or casual composition of it, and gave God the glory of that his First and great work of creation: so this is opposed to the Atheistical conceits of those, who would have the created world, to be either a principle to it self, of its standing or preservation in the order it is; cc j n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvd np1 dt n1 pp-f d po31 ord cc j n1 pp-f n1: av d vbz vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d, r-crq vmd vhi dt j-vvn n1, pc-acp vbi d dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1, pp-f po31 n-vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz; (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
648 or as a great Machine or Engine moving from some great wheels that move all the rest, (which is said to be the Peripatetick Doctrine, or as a great Machine or Engine moving from Some great wheels that move all the rest, (which is said to be the Peripatetic Doctrine, cc c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp d j n2 cst vvb d dt n1, (r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt jp n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
649 and much suits our Judicial Astrologers), or moving from any other first principle than the will, command, or influence of God. and much suits our Judicial Astrologers), or moving from any other First principle than the will, command, or influence of God. cc d vvz po12 j n2), cc vvg p-acp d n-jn ord n1 cs dt vmb, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
650 This is a great point, giving God the glory of His, and his Sons hitherto working. This is a great point, giving God the glory of His, and his Sons hitherto working. d vbz dt j n1, vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f png31, cc po31 n2 av vvg. (9) sermon (DIV3) 77 Page 36
651 We live in a generation when Atheism aboundeth, otherwise it were needless to establish so great a principle. We live in a generation when Atheism Aboundeth, otherwise it were needless to establish so great a principle. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-crq n1 vvz, av pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi av j dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 78 Page 36
652 Aristotle thought he deserved to be answered with a Gallows that denied it. Aristotle Thought he deserved to be answered with a Gallows that denied it. np1 vvd pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vvd pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 78 Page 36
653 Suffer me a little to confirm your faith in it, by arguing it, 1. From the Creation. 2. From the Nature of the Divine Being. Suffer me a little to confirm your faith in it, by arguing it, 1. From the Creation. 2. From the Nature of the Divine Being. vvb pno11 dt j pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg pn31, crd p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg. (9) sermon (DIV3) 78 Page 36
654 3. From the effects which are our daily objects of sense in the World. 4. From the more sure word of Prophesie. 3. From the effects which Are our daily objects of sense in the World. 4. From the more sure word of Prophesy. crd p-acp dt n2 r-crq vbr po12 j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f vvb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 78 Page 36
655 1. That the worlds were first made by God, I before shewed you: Our eyes are continually exercised in the view of a vast Theater (and 'tis but a little of it that we behold). 1. That the world's were First made by God, I before showed you: Our eyes Are continually exercised in the view of a vast Theater (and it's but a little of it that we behold). crd cst dt n2 vbdr ord vvn p-acp np1, pns11 a-acp vvd pn22: po12 n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (cc pn31|vbz p-acp dt j pp-f pn31 cst pns12 vvb). (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
656 The Heavens (that are visible to us) are replenished with great and vast bodies, the Sun, Moon, and Stars; The Heavens (that Are visible to us) Are replenished with great and vast bodies, the Sun, Moon, and Stars; dt n2 (cst vbr j p-acp pno12) vbr vvn p-acp j cc j n2, dt n1, n1, cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
657 in the Heavens are great Clouds, containing vast quantities of water: The Earth is full of multitudes of species, infinite individuals of all sorts; in the Heavens Are great Clouds, containing vast quantities of water: The Earth is full of Multitudes of species, infinite individuals of all sorts; p-acp dt n2 vbr j n2, vvg j n2 pp-f n1: dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2 pp-f n2, j n2 pp-f d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
658 all indued with a variety of contrary faculties, and qualities; so are the wide Seas. The Earth hangs in the midst of the air. all endued with a variety of contrary faculties, and qualities; so Are the wide Seas. The Earth hangs in the midst of the air. d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc n2; av vbr dt j n2. dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
659 These things have lasted some thousands of years. The inanimate creatures still keep their Stations. These things have lasted Some thousands of Years. The inanimate creatures still keep their Stations. np1 n2 vhb vvn d crd pp-f n2. dt j n2 av vvi po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
660 The Sun is not wearied, nor worn out in its course, though it runs it with a strange swiftness every day. The Sun is not wearied, nor worn out in its course, though it runs it with a strange swiftness every day. dt n1 vbz xx vvn, ccx vvn av p-acp po31 n1, cs pn31 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
661 The Moon is where, and as it was; The Moon is where, and as it was; dt n1 vbz c-crq, cc c-acp pn31 vbds; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
662 the fixed Stars keep their abodes, and the wandring Stars, yet go not out of their road. the fixed Stars keep their abodes, and the wandering Stars, yet go not out of their road. dt j-vvn n2 vvb po32 n2, cc dt j-vvg n2, av vvb xx av pp-f po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
663 The Earth drops not down under us, nor doth the Sea invade the Earth; not a species of creatures is lost, from the first Creation. The Earth drops not down under us, nor does the Sea invade the Earth; not a species of creatures is lost, from the First Creation. dt n1 vvz xx a-acp p-acp pno12, ccx vdz dt n1 vvb dt n1; xx dt n2 pp-f n2 vbz vvn, p-acp dt ord n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
664 Individuals indeed perish, but as one generation goeth, another comes: the species in competent numbers is preserved. Individuals indeed perish, but as one generation Goes, Another comes: the species in competent numbers is preserved. ng1 av vvi, cc-acp c-acp crd n1 vvz, j-jn vvz: dt n2 p-acp j n2 vbz vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
665 The creatures move and work in a subordination to the good each of others; The creatures move and work in a subordination to the good each of Others; dt n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j d pp-f n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
666 the production and being of no creature, antedates the being or production of another upon which it lives. the production and being of no creature, antedates the being or production of Another upon which it lives. dt n1 cc vbg pp-f dx n1, vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
667 Those that renew their lives with the year, have their table spread before they appear. The silk-worms egg quickens not, but in proportion to the budding of the Mulberry. Those that renew their lives with the year, have their table spread before they appear. The silkworms egg quickens not, but in proportion to the budding of the Mulberry. d cst vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vhb po32 n1 vvn c-acp pns32 vvb. dt n2 n1 vvz xx, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
668 Each creature knows its season, when to fly from colder Countreys, in which it could not endure the winter, into what is warmer. Each creature knows its season, when to fly from colder Countries', in which it could not endure the winter, into what is warmer. d n1 vvz po31 n1, c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp jc-jn ng2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd xx vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq vbz jc. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
669 Creatures have a care provided for them, while they are not able to provide for themselves; Creatures have a care provided for them, while they Are not able to provide for themselves; n2 vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp px32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
670 which then, as naturally leaveth them, as it before wrought for them: The Bee and Ant provide for the winter: which then, as naturally Leaveth them, as it before wrought for them: The Bee and Ant provide for the winter: r-crq av, c-acp av-j vvz pno32, c-acp pn31 p-acp vvn p-acp pno32: dt n1 cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
671 in short, a thousand such instincts and inclinations might be insisted on. Countreys that have most poysons, have most antidotes; in short, a thousand such instincts and inclinations might be insisted on. Countries' that have most poisons, have most antidotes; p-acp j, dt crd d n2 cc n2 vmd vbi vvd a-acp. ng2 cst vhb ds n2, vhb ds n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
672 few Countreys have sufficiency for themselves, but must be beholden to their neighbours. few Countries' have sufficiency for themselves, but must be beholden to their neighbours. d ng2 vhb n1 p-acp px32, cc-acp vmb vbi vvi p-acp po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
673 Take any one body, but especially that of Man (who is a little world in himself); Take any one body, but especially that of Man (who is a little world in himself); vvb d crd n1, cc-acp av-j d pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp px31); (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
674 study but your selves, and consider how many Vessels, how many limbs and instruments must daily be kept clean and entire: study but your selves, and Consider how many Vessels, how many limbs and Instruments must daily be kept clean and entire: n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvb c-crq d n2, c-crq d n2 cc n2 vmb av-j vbi vvn j cc j: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
675 How many humours, joynts, and members, must be kept in order to keep you alive, and in any degree of health and capacity to the operations of humane life. How many humours, Joints, and members, must be kept in order to keep you alive, and in any degree of health and capacity to the operations of humane life. c-crq d n2, n2, cc n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 j, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
676 I would now fain know whence all this is: I would now fain know whence all this is: pns11 vmd av av-j vvb c-crq d d vbz: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 37
677 Will any ascribe all this to a fate, or order at first set? Suppose any would say so, he must needs conceive an omnipotent Divine Being, at first setting the joynts of the world in such an order; Will any ascribe all this to a fate, or order At First Set? Suppose any would say so, he must needs conceive an omnipotent Divine Being, At First setting the Joints of the world in such an order; vmb d vvi d d p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp ord vvd? vvb d vmd vvi av, pns31 vmb av vvi dt j j-jn vbg, p-acp ord vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
678 and surely it were as easie for him to suppose the same being upholding and preserving them in order; and surely it were as easy for him to suppose the same being upholding and preserving them in order; cc av-j pn31 vbdr p-acp j c-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi dt d vbg vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
679 yea, and in acknowledging the former, he must be forced to acknowledg the latter. yea, and in acknowledging the former, he must be forced to acknowledge the latter. uh, cc p-acp vvg dt j, pns31 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
680 We see a skilful workman making a Clock or Watch, consisting of many wheels, and little instruments, that shall have and keep their several motions 24, 48, hours; We see a skilful workman making a Clock or Watch, consisting of many wheels, and little Instruments, that shall have and keep their several motions 24, 48, hours; pns12 vvb dt j n1 vvg dt n1 cc n1, vvg pp-f d n2, cc j n2, cst vmb vhi cc vvi po32 j n2 crd, crd, n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
681 suppose it were two or three months, suppose it were so many years; suppose it were two or three months, suppose it were so many Years; vvb pn31 vbdr crd cc crd n2, vvb pn31 vbdr av d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
682 yet we see at last it must not only be wound up, but by daily motion the wheels, yet we see At last it must not only be wound up, but by daily motion the wheels, av pns12 vvb p-acp ord pn31 vmb xx av-j vbi vvn a-acp, cc-acp p-acp j n1 dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
683 and other parts (though made of hardest mettals) decay: and other parts (though made of Hardest metals) decay: cc j-jn n2 (cs vvn pp-f js n2) n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
684 How is it, that in so many thousand years the Sun, Moon, and Stars are not worn, How is it, that in so many thousand Years the Sun, Moon, and Stars Are not worn, c-crq vbz pn31, cst p-acp av d crd n2 dt n1, n1, cc n2 vbr xx vvn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
685 nor abated in their light? That by the daily motions of mans body, his instruments of motion are not sooner worn out? (his bones are not of Brass, nor abated in their Light? That by the daily motions of men body, his Instruments of motion Are not sooner worn out? (his bones Are not of Brass, ccx vvn p-acp po32 n1? cst p-acp dt j n2 pp-f ng1 n1, po31 n2 pp-f n1 vbr xx av-c vvn av? (po31 n2 vbr xx pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
686 nor his sinews of Iron); if they were, less than seventy years would wear them out. nor his sinews of Iron); if they were, less than seventy Years would wear them out. ccx po31 n2 pp-f n1); cs pns32 vbdr, av-dc cs crd n2 vmd vvi pno32 av. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
687 Will any say things are not under a fate, but are left to move at their pleasure? We know there are multitudes of natural Agents, that move not upon election or counsel, but naturally and necessarily; Will any say things Are not under a fate, but Are left to move At their pleasure? We know there Are Multitudes of natural Agents, that move not upon election or counsel, but naturally and necessarily; n1 d vvi n2 vbr xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1? pns12 vvb pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f j n2, cst vvb xx p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j cc av-j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
688 how come these influenced? For those that do move from Counsel, and have a Will to guide them: how come these influenced? For those that do move from Counsel, and have a Will to guide them: q-crq vvb d j? p-acp d cst vdb vvi p-acp n1, cc vhb dt vmb pc-acp vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
689 Let but any consider what a confusion would presently be by the wayward actions of Children and Servants in his own house, Let but any Consider what a confusion would presently be by the wayward actions of Children and Servants in his own house, vvb p-acp d vvb r-crq dt n1 vmd av-j vbi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 d n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
690 if they had nothing but their own wills to guide and govern them: if they had nothing but their own wills to guide and govern them: cs pns32 vhd pix p-acp po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
691 What an heap of confusions every City or Town would make, if all inhabitants were left to their own wills and government; What an heap of confusions every city or Town would make, if all inhabitants were left to their own wills and government; r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 d n1 cc n1 vmd vvi, cs d n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 d n2 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
692 and he will easily conceive what a place of ataxy, mischief and disorder the world would be, and he will Easily conceive what a place of ataxy, mischief and disorder the world would be, cc pns31 vmb av-j vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1 dt n1 vmd vbi, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
693 if God did not daily work and rule in the midst thereof. if God did not daily work and Rule in the midst thereof. cs np1 vdd xx av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n1 av. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
694 The infinite variety, with the different qualities of created Beings, yet all conspiring together for the good and order of the whole; The infinite variety, with the different qualities of created Beings, yet all conspiring together for the good and order of the Whole; dt j n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-vvn n2, av d vvg av p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
695 the order we see amongst them; their subserviencies and subordinations each to other; they all speak that there is a God, that by his Providence ruleth the world. the order we see among them; their subserviencies and subordinations each to other; they all speak that there is a God, that by his Providence Ruleth the world. dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp pno32; po32 n2 cc n2 d p-acp n-jn; pns32 d vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, cst p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
696 Whoso lifteth up his eyes to the Heavens, and considereth the constant unwearied motions of those great celestial bodies, with the evenness of them; Whoso lifts up his eyes to the Heavens, and Considereth the constant unwearied motions of those great celestial bodies, with the evenness of them; r-crq vvz a-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n2, cc vvz dt j j n2 pp-f d j j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
697 so as they are reducible to a science of all other most certain, liable to little more exceptions, so as they Are reducible to a science of all other most certain, liable to little more exceptions, av c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn av-ds j, j p-acp j dc n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
698 than an extraordinary command to the Sun to stand still in Gibeon, and the Moon in the valley of Ajalon, or to go backward some few degrees, as in Hezekiah's time; than an extraordinary command to the Sun to stand still in Gibeon, and the Moon in the valley of Ajalon, or to go backward Some few Degrees, as in Hezekiah's time; cs dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j d d n2, c-acp p-acp npg1 n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 38
699 or considereth the vast bodies of water sometime in the Heavens, coming upon us, not as water from a pail, but through a water-pot; or Considereth the vast bodies of water sometime in the Heavens, coming upon us, not as water from a pail, but through a waterpot; cc vvz dt j n2 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt n2, vvg p-acp pno12, xx p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
700 must needs conclude a Superiour hand, directing and guiding the motions, and holding the thin Cloud that it is not rent; must needs conclude a Superior hand, directing and guiding the motions, and holding the thin Cloud that it is not rend; vmb av vvi dt j-jn n1, vvg cc vvg dt n2, cc vvg dt j n1 cst pn31 vbz xx vvn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
701 while the rain makes its orderly passage by drops through the thin and subtil parts of it. while the rain makes its orderly passage by drops through the thin and subtle parts of it. cs dt n1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
702 Whoso standeth by the Sea-side, and observeth that vast body of water, driven by fierce winds sometimes, Whoso Stands by the Seaside, and observeth that vast body of water, driven by fierce winds sometime, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d j n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp j n2 av, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
703 and constantly by its natural motion invading the Earth, as if it would presently swallow it up; and constantly by its natural motion invading the Earth, as if it would presently swallow it up; cc av-j p-acp po31 j n1 vvg dt n1, c-acp cs pn31 vmd av-j vvi pn31 a-acp; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
704 and observeth it after the ceasing of the wind, or a six hours progressive motion, gradually retreating, and observeth it After the ceasing of the wind, or a six hours progressive motion, gradually retreating, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt crd n2 j n1, av-jn vvg, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
705 and leaving it out of fear, yea, and further leaving a water-mark for the following flow, and leaving it out of Fear, yea, and further leaving a watermark for the following flow, cc vvg pn31 av pp-f n1, uh, cc av-jc vvg dt j p-acp dt j-vvg n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
706 unless at some certain times, before and after the full of the Moon, must needs acknowledg a Supreme Being, setting bounds unto it, which it hath no reason to prescribe to it self; unless At Some certain times, before and After the full of the Moon, must needs acknowledge a Supreme Being, setting bounds unto it, which it hath no reason to prescribe to it self; cs p-acp d j n2, a-acp cc a-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, vmb av vvi dt j vbg, vvg n2 p-acp pn31, r-crq pn31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
707 nor is it subject to the Command of the greatest Potentate on Earth. Finally, he that standeth upon the Earth, and considers its annual productions; nor is it Subject to the Command of the greatest Potentate on Earth. Finally, he that Stands upon the Earth, and considers its annual productions; ccx vbz pn31 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 p-acp n1. av-j, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz po31 j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
749 and think of God, as of some great and mighty Prince, that hath either through inactivity, and think of God, as of Some great and mighty Prince, that hath either through inactivity, cc vvb pp-f np1, c-acp pp-f d j cc j n1, cst vhz d p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
708 the variety of Creatures, of all orders in it, their Sympathies, and Antipathies; their Successions, the varieties of their Beings, Motions, and Qualities; the variety of Creatures, of all order in it, their Sympathies, and Antipathies; their Successions, the varieties of their Beings, Motions, and Qualities; dt n1 pp-f n2, pp-f d n2 p-acp pn31, po32 n2, cc n2; po32 n2, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, n2, cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
709 and yet their mutual subserviencies to one another, and subjection to each other; and yet their mutual subserviencies to one Another, and subjection to each other; cc av po32 j n2 p-acp crd j-jn, cc n1 p-acp d n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
710 must be no less than a most absurd and bruitish Atheist, if he will not acknowledg, that no less than the daily and mighty influence of an Almighty God could compound their living together upon the same soil, in any harmonious agreement each with other. must be no less than a most absurd and brutish Atheist, if he will not acknowledge, that no less than the daily and mighty influence of an Almighty God could compound their living together upon the same soil, in any harmonious agreement each with other. vmb vbi dx av-dc cs dt av-ds j cc j n1, cs pns31 vmb xx vvi, cst dx av-dc cs dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmd vvi po32 n-vvg av p-acp dt d n1, p-acp d j n1 d p-acp n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
711 That every thing should know its seasons, and keep its bounds, and be in subjection to man, weaker than many of them; That every thing should know its seasons, and keep its bounds, and be in subjection to man, Weaker than many of them; cst d n1 vmd vvi po31 n2, cc vvi po31 n2, cc vbb p-acp n1 p-acp n1, jc cs d pp-f pno32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
712 and not transgress its order or end (but when armed by God as a part of his Host to revenge his quarrels upon sinners), must be from a knowledg which God gives them, and not transgress its order or end (but when armed by God as a part of his Host to revenge his quarrels upon Sinners), must be from a knowledge which God gives them, cc xx vvi po31 n1 cc n1 (p-acp c-crq vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp n2), vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno32, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
713 and a Law he daily puts upon them; but as the Psalmist saith, Psal. 107.23. They that go down to the Sea in Ships, that do business in great waters: and a Law he daily puts upon them; but as the Psalmist Says, Psalm 107.23. They that go down to the Sea in Ships, that do business in great waters: cc dt n1 pns31 av-j vvz p-acp pno32; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns32 d vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cst vdb n1 p-acp j n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
714 these see the works of the Lord, and his wonders in the deep: For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy winds, which lift up the waves thereof: these see the works of the Lord, and his wonders in the deep: For he commands, and Raiseth the stormy winds, which lift up the waves thereof: d vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n2 p-acp dt j-jn: c-acp pns31 vvz, cc vvz dt j n2, r-crq vvd a-acp dt n2 av: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
715 they mount up to the heavens, they go down to the depths: their soul is melted, because of trouble: they mount up to the heavens, they go down to the depths: their soul is melted, Because of trouble: pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2, pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2: po32 n1 vbz vvn, c-acp pp-f n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
716 the breaking of a wave would swallow them up. the breaking of a wave would swallow them up. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
717 Who is he that maintaineth the continuity of the parts of the water that the waves break not, Who is he that maintaineth the continuity of the parts of the water that the waves break not, q-crq vbz pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst dt n2 vvb xx, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
718 nor the water divideth under the mighty weight that is upon it? who but the mighty God could do it? In short, he seemeth to have taken a very cursory, slight, nor the water divides under the mighty weight that is upon it? who but the mighty God could do it? In short, he seems to have taken a very cursory, slight, ccx dt n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz p-acp pn31? q-crq p-acp dt j np1 vmd vdi pn31? p-acp j, pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1, j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 39
719 and overly view of the Works of Creation, that doth not see a plain necessity of a Divine Providence, to uphold the various Beings within the compass of it, and their various Qualities; and overly view of the Works of Creation, that does not see a plain necessity of a Divine Providence, to uphold the various Beings within the compass of it, and their various Qualities; cc av-j vvi pp-f dt vvz pp-f n1, cst vdz xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc po32 j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
720 to compound the disagreements of their natures, into an harmony proportioned to the preservation of the Universe. to compound the disagreements of their nature's, into an harmony proportioned to the preservation of the Universe. pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
721 Whoso is wise, and hath observed these things, he must understand both the Power and Wisdom of God in all these things, Whoso is wise, and hath observed these things, he must understand both the Power and Wisdom of God in all these things, r-crq vbz j, cc vhz vvn d n2, pns31 vmb vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
722 and consequently the loving-kindness of the Lord. and consequently the Lovingkindness of the Lord. cc av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
723 I shall shut up this with that Pious foot of the Psalmists Song of Providence, Psal. 107. O that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, I shall shut up this with that Pious foot of the Psalmists Song of Providence, Psalm 107. Oh that men would praise the Lord for his Goodness, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd uh cst n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
724 for his wonderful works to the children of men! for his wondered works to the children of men! p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2! (9) sermon (DIV3) 79 Page 40
725 2. If we consider the Nature of God, we shall find that he who acknowledgeth a Divine Being, 2. If we Consider the Nature of God, we shall find that he who acknowledgeth a Divine Being, crd cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vmb vvi cst pns31 r-crq vvz dt j-jn vbg, (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
726 and denieth a providential care of all created Beings, hath but set up an idol in his heart, and Denieth a providential care of all created Beings, hath but Set up an idol in his heart, cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f d j-vvn n2, vhz p-acp vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
727 and rather owneth a God with his tongue, than in any truth and sincerity. and rather owneth a God with his tongue, than in any truth and sincerity. cc av-c vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cs p-acp d n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
728 For what do we mean by that term God, but an immense Being filling all places, a first cause of all things; For what do we mean by that term God, but an immense Being filling all places, a First cause of all things; c-acp q-crq vdb pns12 vvb p-acp d n1 np1, p-acp dt j vbg vvg d n2, dt ord n1 pp-f d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
729 Almighty in power, of infinite activity, wisdom, and goodness? We can hardly so much as fancy such a Being, Almighty in power, of infinite activity, Wisdom, and Goodness? We can hardly so much as fancy such a Being, j-jn p-acp n1, pp-f j n1, n1, cc n1? pns12 vmb av av av-d c-acp vvi d av vbg, (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
730 but by the same conception, we must establish a Divine Providence. but by the same conception, we must establish a Divine Providence. cc-acp p-acp dt d n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 80 Page 40
731 1. If we allow not God to be the first Cause, we must grant a former cause of things; 1. If we allow not God to be the First Cause, we must grant a former cause of things; crd cs pns12 vvb xx n1 pc-acp vbi dt ord n1, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
732 and this were to deny God, while we pretend to own him. and this were to deny God, while we pretend to own him. cc d vbdr pc-acp vvi np1, cs pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
733 It is as much nonsense to assert one before the first, as one higher than the highest. It is as much nonsense to assert one before the First, as one higher than the highest. pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp vvb pi p-acp dt ord, c-acp pi jc cs dt js. (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
734 But how is God the first cause, if he hath no influence upon second causes, But how is God the First cause, if he hath no influence upon second Causes, p-acp q-crq vbz np1 dt ord n1, cs pns31 vhz dx n1 p-acp ord n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
735 nor they any dependance upon him? If they say that second causes have a dependance on him, nor they any dependence upon him? If they say that second Causes have a dependence on him, ccx pns32 d n1 p-acp pno31? cs pns32 vvb cst ord n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
736 and he an influence on them; they establish what we contend for, viz. a Divine Providence. and he an influence on them; they establish what we contend for, viz. a Divine Providence. cc pns31 dt n1 p-acp pno32; pns32 vvb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp, n1 dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 81 Page 40
737 2. If we allow God to be an immense and infinite being, filling all places: 2. If we allow God to be an immense and infinite being, filling all places: crd cs pns12 vvb np1 pc-acp vbi dt j cc j vbg, vvg d n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
738 we must either allow him to fill all places as an oculate active being, or as a sensless inanimate being. A bulk of lead or stone filleth a place, we must either allow him to fill all places as an oculate active being, or as a senseless inanimate being. A bulk of led or stone fills a place, pns12 vmb av-d vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt vvi j n1, cc p-acp dt j j vbg. dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
739 but takes no notice of any thing in it: A man filleth a place which circumscribeth him, but seeth and observeth all things. but Takes no notice of any thing in it: A man fills a place which circumscribeth him, but sees and observeth all things. cc-acp vvz dx n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31: dt n1 vvz dt n1 r-crq vvz pno31, cc-acp vvz cc vvz d n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
740 It were an high blasphemy against God to affirm, that he filleth all places, only as a Log, It were an high blasphemy against God to affirm, that he fills all places, only as a Log, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvz d n2, av-j c-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
741 or a bulk of Lead filleth a particular place: or a bulk of Led fills a particular place: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt j n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
742 if he filleth all places as an animate being, that hath eyes and ears, he must needs see and hear, and observe all things in all places which his Being filleth. if he fills all places as an animate being, that hath eyes and ears, he must needs see and hear, and observe all things in all places which his Being fills. cs pns31 vvz d n2 c-acp cs vvi n1, cst vhz n2 cc n2, pns31 vmb av vvb cc vvb, cc vvb d n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq po31 vbg vvz. (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
743 Whoso granteth this, doth in a great measure own and acknowledg a Divine Providence. Whoso grants this, does in a great measure own and acknowledge a Divine Providence. r-crq vvz d, vdz p-acp dt j n1 d cc vvi dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 82 Page 40
744 3. But this Doctrine is fully confirmed to us, if we will but recognize God a being of infinite mercy and goodness. God is not like the Ostrich, of which Job saith, 39.14. She leaves her eggs in the earth, and warmeth them in the dust: 3. But this Doctrine is Fully confirmed to us, if we will but recognise God a being of infinite mercy and Goodness. God is not like the Ostrich, of which Job Says, 39.14. She leaves her eggs in the earth, and warmeth them in the dust: crd p-acp d n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno12, cs pns12 vmb p-acp vvb np1 dt vbg pp-f j n1 cc n1. np1 vbz xx av-j dt n1, pp-f r-crq np1 vvz, crd. pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
745 and forgetteth that the foot may crush them, or the wild beast may break them: she is hardned against her young ones. and forgetteth that the foot may crush them, or the wild beast may break them: she is hardened against her young ones. cc vvz cst dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi pno32: pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 j pi2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
746 It is our great vanity, that labouring under a difficulty to conceive of any being above our own pitiful perfection and capacity, we fancy to our selves strange Idea's of God. It is our great vanity, that labouring under a difficulty to conceive of any being above our own pitiful perfection and capacity, we fancy to our selves strange Idea's of God. pn31 vbz po12 j n1, cst vvg p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d vbg p-acp po12 d j n1 cc n1, pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 j n2 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
747 We can hardly apprehend an immense being that should fill all places: if we could, we should easily conclude a Divine Omniscience. We can hardly apprehend an immense being that should fill all places: if we could, we should Easily conclude a Divine Omniscience. pns12 vmb av vvi dt j n1 cst vmd vvi d n2: cs pns12 vmd, pns12 vmd av-j vvi dt j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
748 If we can fancy any thing of that, yet we are ready to conceive of him according to the lazy imperfections of our natures; If we can fancy any thing of that, yet we Are ready to conceive of him according to the lazy imperfections of our nature's; cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f d, av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po12 n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
750 or for greater state, mewed up himself in his Court, and gives up himself, instead of his business of Government, to divertisements of pleasure, leaving the care of Government upon his Counsellors, or for greater state, mewed up himself in his Court, and gives up himself, instead of his business of Government, to divertisements of pleasure, leaving the care of Government upon his Counsellors, cc p-acp jc n1, vvn a-acp px31 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp px31, av pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
751 or some principal Ministers of State. or Some principal Ministers of State. cc d j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
752 Hence the mistake of the old Philosophers, of Gods Providence extending not to all, but to some particular Beings, observed to have a great influence upon sublunary Beings. Hence the mistake of the old Philosophers, of God's Providence extending not to all, but to Some particular Beings, observed to have a great influence upon sublunary Beings. av dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, pp-f npg1 n1 vvg xx p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp d j n2, vvd pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
753 And our Judicial Astrologers seem to inherit, though not their wisdom in all other natural things; yet their error in this: And our Judicial Astrologers seem to inherit, though not their Wisdom in all other natural things; yet their error in this: cc po12 j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, cs xx po32 n1 p-acp d j-jn j n2; av po32 n1 p-acp d: (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
754 Astra regunt homines, sed regit astra Deus (is their Song). But alas! this is but to set up an Idol in our hearts. Astra regunt homines, sed regit Astra Deus (is their Song). But alas! this is but to Set up an Idol in our hearts. np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vbz po32 n1). p-acp uh! d vbz cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
755 And indeed, if we could conceive any earthly Prince to be present in every place, we could hardly imagine him so neglective of his Government. And indeed, if we could conceive any earthly Prince to be present in every place, we could hardly imagine him so neglective of his Government. cc av, cs pns12 vmd vvi d j n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n1, pns12 vmd av vvi pno31 av j pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
756 What Prince will not rule all motions and actions which he seeth and heareth, to what he apprehendeth the wisest and best ends for his own honour? So that if we could suppose an earthly Prince in all places, where he hath Children, Servants, What Prince will not Rule all motions and actions which he sees and hears, to what he apprehendeth the Wisest and best ends for his own honour? So that if we could suppose an earthly Prince in all places, where he hath Children, Servants, q-crq n1 vmb xx vvi d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt js cc js n2 p-acp po31 d n1? av cst cs pns12 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vhz n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
757 or Subjects, and to have his senses open, to see and hear them, he would certainly contribute his best help to preserve and govern them. or Subject's, and to have his Senses open, to see and hear them, he would Certainly contribute his best help to preserve and govern them. cc n2-jn, cc pc-acp vhi po31 n2 j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32, pns31 vmd av-j vvi po31 js n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
758 Especially if he be a person of ordinary humanity, and goodness, and hath a sufficiency of Power and Wisdom. Especially if he be a person of ordinary humanity, and Goodness, and hath a sufficiency of Power and Wisdom. av-j cs pns31 vbb dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1, cc vhz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
759 Do not we see how naturally the parent, to his finite capacity, careth for, preserveth, Do not we see how naturally the parent, to his finite capacity, Careth for, Preserveth, vdb xx pns12 vvi c-crq av-j dt n1, p-acp po31 j n1, vvz p-acp, vvz, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
760 and governeth the Child? How the Master of a Family cannot neglect a care for, and Governs the Child? How the Master of a Family cannot neglect a care for, cc vvz dt n1? c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
761 and government of his Family, till he hath debauched himself to a beast? Nay, do not the birds of the air, and government of his Family, till he hath debauched himself to a beast? Nay, do not the Birds of the air, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt n1? uh-x, vdb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 41
762 and beasts of the field naturally care for their young seed, and govern them? Whence had they their natural propensions and inclinations to this goodness towards those, to whom they have stood in any order of causation? Was it not from the great Creator, who thus disposed them? If it be a piece of goodness in the creature so to care for, preserve and govern its fellow-creature; and beasts of the field naturally care for their young seed, and govern them? Whence had they their natural propensions and inclinations to this Goodness towards those, to whom they have stood in any order of causation? Was it not from the great Creator, who thus disposed them? If it be a piece of Goodness in the creature so to care for, preserve and govern its fellow-creature; cc n2 pp-f dt n1 av-j n1 p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvi pno32? q-crq vhd pns32 po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? vbds pn31 xx p-acp dt j n1, r-crq av vvn pno32? cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi p-acp, vvb cc vvi po31 n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
763 certainly we must allow it to be so in God. Certainly we must allow it to be so in God. av-j pns12 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi av p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
764 What goodness of this nature there is in the creature, floweth from him, as the stream from the fountain: What Goodness of this nature there is in the creature, flows from him, as the stream from the fountain: q-crq n1 pp-f d n1 a-acp vbz p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno31, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
765 And is certainly much more in him, he having lost nothing by the Communication of the Creatures shares to them. And is Certainly much more in him, he having lost nothing by the Communication of the Creatures shares to them. cc vbz av-j d dc p-acp pno31, pns31 vhg vvn pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
766 So that whosoever will acknowledg a Being that is infinitely good, must also acknowledg that Being infinitely provident for the Creatures that derive from him: So that whosoever will acknowledge a Being that is infinitely good, must also acknowledge that Being infinitely provident for the Creatures that derive from him: av cst r-crq vmb vvi dt vbg d vbz av-j j, vmb av vvi d vbg av-j j p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
767 and every creature thus deriving, God who wanteth neither Power nor Activity, must as naturally care for them all, and every creature thus deriving, God who Wants neither Power nor Activity, must as naturally care for them all, cc d n1 av vvg, np1 r-crq vvz dx n1 ccx n1, vmb a-acp av-j n1 p-acp pno32 d, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
769 And it is nothing but some mens Atheistical conceptions, and others more imperfect notions of God, not considering the Divine Being in the extent of his Immensity, Activity, Power, and Goodness, which maketh any so much as in the least to hesitate, And it is nothing but Some men's Atheistical conceptions, and Others more imperfect notions of God, not considering the Divine Being in the extent of his Immensity, Activity, Power, and goodness, which makes any so much as in the least to hesitate, cc pn31 vbz pix p-acp d ng2 j n2, cc n2-jn av-dc j n2 pp-f np1, xx vvg dt j-jn vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, cc n1, r-crq vvz d av av-d c-acp p-acp dt ds p-acp n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
770 as to the Doctrine of Divine Providence. as to the Doctrine of Divine Providence. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 83 Page 42
771 3. Let us once more turn our eyes to the strange effects and events which we see in the world: 3. Let us once more turn our eyes to the strange effects and events which we see in the world: crd vvb pno12 a-acp av-dc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 84 Page 42
772 of which we see great variety, and many of them which appear to us of great moment and consequence. of which we see great variety, and many of them which appear to us of great moment and consequence. pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb j n1, cc d pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 84 Page 42
773 Now supposing that there were not a Divine Providence directing and governing them, and being the first cause to them, they must either be the products of so many Machines or Engines, moving necessarily; Now supposing that there were not a Divine Providence directing and governing them, and being the First cause to them, they must either be the products of so many Machines or Engines, moving necessarily; av vvg cst pc-acp vbdr xx dt j-jn n1 vvg cc vvg pno32, cc vbg dt ord n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb d vbi dt n2 pp-f av d npg2 cc n2, vvg av-j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 84 Page 42
774 or of the imperate acts of some creatures endued with wisdom and counsel. or of the imperate acts of Some creatures endued with Wisdom and counsel. cc pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 84 Page 42
775 We shall find the effects in the world such as are impossible to be products of any such nature. We shall find the effects in the world such as Are impossible to be products of any such nature. pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n1 d c-acp vbr j pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f d d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 84 Page 42
776 1. Were they the products of the first, Man might have a previous knowledg of, and not at any time be surprised by them. 1. Were they the products of the First, Man might have a previous knowledge of, and not At any time be surprised by them. crd vbdr pns32 dt n2 pp-f dt ord, n1 vmd vhi dt j n1 pp-f, cc xx p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 85 Page 42
777 2. Were they meerly the products of the second, God himself could hardly be conceived, to have a previous certain knowledg of them, 2. Were they merely the products of the second, God himself could hardly be conceived, to have a previous certain knowledge of them, crd vbdr pns32 av-j dt n2 pp-f dt ord, np1 px31 vmd av vbi vvn, pc-acp vhi dt j j n1 pp-f pno32, (9) sermon (DIV3) 86 Page 42
778 so as by his Prophets to give the world a warning. so as by his prophets to give the world a warning. av c-acp p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 86 Page 42
779 1. I say first, Were the effects we see in the world necessary, depending upon a certain fate, 1. I say First, Were the effects we see in the world necessary, depending upon a certain fate, crd pns11 vvb ord, vbdr dt n2 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 j, vvg p-acp dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 42
780 and moving in a certain order; and moving in a certain order; cc vvg p-acp dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 42
781 What then hindereth, but man might have a certain previous knowledg of them things which work necessarily, work certainly, What then hindereth, but man might have a certain previous knowledge of them things which work necessarily, work Certainly, q-crq av vvz, cc-acp n1 vmd vhi dt j j n1 pp-f pno32 n2 r-crq vvb av-j, vvb av-j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 42
782 and evenly? Thus indeed the Sun, Moon, and Stars, and all natural agents move: and evenly? Thus indeed the Sun, Moon, and Stars, and all natural agents move: cc av-j? av av dt n1, n1, cc n2, cc d j n2 vvi: (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 42
783 Every Almanackmaker therefore will tell you how many hours the Sun will shine in a day, six, twelve months hence; Every Almanackmaker Therefore will tell you how many hours the Sun will shine in a day, six, twelve months hence; d n1 av vmb vvi pn22 c-crq d n2 dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, crd, crd n2 av; (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
784 when the Eclipses shall be of either Luminary, and to what degrees they shall be obscured. when the Eclipses shall be of either Luminary, and to what Degrees they shall be obscured. c-crq dt n2 vmb vbi pp-f d n1, cc p-acp r-crq n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
785 But can they also tell us when the next great Plague, the next Innundation, or Fire we shall hear of shall be? or when, But can they also tell us when the next great Plague, the next Inundation, or Fire we shall hear of shall be? or when, cc-acp vmb pns32 av vvb pno12 c-crq dt ord j n1, dt ord n1, cc n1 pns12 vmb vvi pp-f vmb vbi? cc c-crq, (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
786 and where shall be the next great mutation in an Empire, or a Kingdom? We see men (sometimes) infinitely surprised in the product of second causes, and where shall be the next great mutation in an Empire, or a Kingdom? We see men (sometime) infinitely surprised in the product of second Causes, cc q-crq vmb vbi dt ord j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1? pns12 vvb n2 (av) av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ord n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
787 so contrary to their expectation, and to what appeared to us would have been their probable effect. so contrary to their expectation, and to what appeared to us would have been their probable Effect. av j-jn p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp r-crq vvd p-acp pno12 vmd vhi vbn po32 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
788 If things had moved by a Law of Fate, the world is now so old, that the course of its motions would have been matter of science and demonstration to us; If things had moved by a Law of Fate, the world is now so old, that the course of its motions would have been matter of science and demonstration to us; cs n2 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vbz av av j, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmd vhi vbn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12; (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
789 but alas there is nothing less. but alas there is nothing less. cc-acp uh pc-acp vbz pix av-dc. (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
790 Who can tell what to morrow will bring forth? not only as to his own particular concerns, Who can tell what to morrow will bring forth? not only as to his own particular concerns, q-crq vmb vvi r-crq p-acp n1 vmb vvi av? xx av-j a-acp p-acp po31 d j vvz, (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
791 but the far greater, and more general concerns and interests of mankind, and the Church of God in particular. but the Far greater, and more general concerns and interests of mankind, and the Church of God in particular. cc-acp dt av-j jc, cc av-dc j vvz cc n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 87 Page 43
792 2. How then are they produced? Is it from the will of man? I ask whether from the wills of men working necessarily, as the first and only principle of them; 2. How then Are they produced? Is it from the will of man? I ask whither from the wills of men working necessarily, as the First and only principle of them; crd uh-crq av vbr pns32 vvn? vbz pn31 p-acp dt vmb pp-f n1? pns11 vvb cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvg av-j, p-acp dt ord cc j n1 pp-f pno32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
793 or working freely, and at perfect liberty; the first surely none will assert that considers what he saith. or working freely, and At perfect liberty; the First surely none will assert that considers what he Says. cc vvg av-j, cc p-acp j n1; dt ord av-j pix vmb vvb cst vvz r-crq pns31 vvz. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
794 If from the wills of men working freely, then they might also work and move otherwise than they do. If from the wills of men working freely, then they might also work and move otherwise than they do. cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvg av-j, cs pns32 vmd av vvi cc vvi av cs pns32 vdb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
795 Then I say it is hard to conceive, how God himself should have a certain knowledg of things, previous to the event or effect; for there was no certainty of such an event or effect. Then I say it is hard to conceive, how God himself should have a certain knowledge of things, previous to the event or Effect; for there was no certainty of such an event or Effect. cs pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq np1 px31 vmd vhi dt j n1 pp-f n2, j p-acp dt n1 cc n1; p-acp a-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f d dt n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
796 But that God hath such a certain previous fore-knowledg, is evident from all the Prophecies, where by his Prophets, he foretold things that were to come to pass many hundreds of years after; But that God hath such a certain previous foreknowledge, is evident from all the Prophecies, where by his prophets, he foretold things that were to come to pass many hundreds of Years After; p-acp cst np1 vhz d dt j j n1, vbz j p-acp d dt n2, c-crq p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vvd n2 cst vbdr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d crd pp-f n2 p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
797 and that with all their circumstances. The great effects of created Beings must have some cause, I mean some first cause: and that with all their Circumstances. The great effects of created Beings must have Some cause, I mean Some First cause: cc cst p-acp d po32 n2. dt j n2 pp-f j-vvn n2 vmb vhi d n1, pns11 vvb d ord n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
798 If this were Nature, or Fate, i. e. a necessary law imposed upon them; If this were Nature, or Fate, i. e. a necessary law imposed upon them; cs d vbdr n1, cc n1, sy. sy. dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
799 their motions would be even, uniform, subjected to our art and fore-knowledg, which they are not. their motions would be even, uniform, subjected to our art and foreknowledge, which they Are not. po32 n2 vmd vbi av, j, vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 vbr xx. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
800 If the first cause of them be the wills of men, working upon choice, there could then have been no certainty of them before they had existed; If the First cause of them be the wills of men, working upon choice, there could then have been no certainty of them before they had existed; cs dt ord n1 pp-f pno32 vbi dt n2 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp n1, pc-acp vmd av vhi vbn dx n1 pp-f pno32 c-acp pns32 vhd vvn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
801 for they might as well not have been, as have been. for they might as well not have been, as have been. c-acp pns32 vmd a-acp av xx vhi vbn, c-acp vhb vbn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
802 If any say, but though the wills of men move freely, yet he who calleth the things that are not, as if they were; If any say, but though the wills of men move freely, yet he who calls the things that Are not, as if they were; cs d vvb, cc-acp cs dt n2 pp-f n2 vvb av-j, av pns31 r-crq vvz dt n2 cst vbr xx, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
803 he knew which way things should be, and how the wills of men would move. he knew which Way things should be, and how the wills of men would move. pns31 vvd r-crq n1 n2 vmd vbi, cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vmd vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
804 This we most freely grant, but we also say, That he knew them, because he willed either to effect, or to permit them; This we most freely grant, but we also say, That he knew them, Because he willed either to Effect, or to permit them; np1 pns12 av-ds av-j vvi, cc-acp pns12 av vvb, cst pns31 vvd pno32, c-acp pns31 vvd av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32; (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 43
805 and that supposing this Decree of Providence, there must also be a working of it, upholding created Beings, conducting their effects, and many times over-ruling them: and that supposing this decree of Providence, there must also be a working of it, upholding created Beings, conducting their effects, and many times overruling them: cc d vvg d n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb av vbi dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, vvg vvn n2, vvg po32 n2, cc d n2 j pno32: (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 44
806 and this is that which we call Providence. and this is that which we call Providence. cc d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 88 Page 44
807 4. In a further evidence of this, I might call in a plentiful Testimony, from the most learned and wise amongst the Heathens. 4. In a further evidence of this, I might call in a plentiful Testimony, from the most learned and wise among the heathens. crd p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j p-acp dt n2-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
808 But I shall not much trouble my self or you with that discourse; But I shall not much trouble my self or you with that discourse; p-acp pns11 vmb xx d vvi po11 n1 cc pn22 p-acp d n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
809 but refer those that desire to be satisfied herein, to the excellent discourse of Du-Plessis Lord of Morney, in his Book of the Trueness of Christian Religion, Chap. 13. where he sheweth Providence a bundantly owned by Plato, Plotinus, Hierocles, Aristotle, Cicero, Seneca, and others. but refer those that desire to be satisfied herein, to the excellent discourse of Du-Plessis Lord of Morney, in his Book of the Trueness of Christian Religion, Chap. 13. where he shows Providence a bundantly owned by Plato, Plotinus, Hierocles, Aristotle, Cicero, Senecca, and Others. cc-acp vvb d cst vvb pc-acp vbi vvn av, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f njp n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz n1 dt av-j vvd p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, cc n2-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
810 I shall therefore only add one passage of Seneca (not I think particularly by him mentioned); I shall Therefore only add one passage of Senecca (not I think particularly by him mentioned); pns11 vmb av av-j vvi crd n1 pp-f np1 (xx pns11 vvi av-j p-acp pno31 vvd); (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
811 it is in his Book of Natural Questions, Chap. 45. where he calleth God, The keeper and governour of the whole world: it is in his Book of Natural Questions, Chap. 45. where he calls God, The keeper and governor of the Whole world: pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
812 a Mind, a Spirit, the Lord, and Artificer [ or Creator ] of all the world, he to whom every name agreeth. a Mind, a Spirit, the Lord, and Artificer [ or Creator ] of all the world, he to whom every name agreeth. dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc n1 [ cc n1 ] pp-f d dt n1, pns31 p-acp ro-crq d n1 vvz. (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
813 Will you call him Fate? you will not be out. For he it is on whom all things depend. Will you call him Fate? you will not be out. For he it is on whom all things depend. n1 pn22 vvi pno31 n1? pn22 vmb xx vbi av. p-acp pns31 pn31 vbz p-acp ro-crq d n2 vvb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
814 Will you call him Providence? you will say right; Will you call him Providence? you will say right; n1 pn22 vvi pno31 n1? pn22 vmb vvi j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
815 for by his Counsel the world is provided, and taken care for that it remains steady, and performeth its operations. for by his Counsel the world is provided, and taken care for that it remains steady, and Performeth its operations. c-acp p-acp po31 n1 dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn n1 p-acp cst pn31 vvz j, cc vvz po31 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 89 Page 44
816 Salvian upon this Argument tells us, that the Heathens acknowledged God to be in the world, Salvian upon this Argument tells us, that the heathens acknowledged God to be in the world, np1 p-acp d n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n2-jn vvn np1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
817 as the Master of a great Ship is in that, abiding always in it, and stirring up and down: as the Master of a great Ship is in that, abiding always in it, and stirring up and down: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz p-acp d, vvg av p-acp pn31, cc vvg a-acp cc a-acp: (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
818 Whence he cryeth out, What could they more religiously judg and speak of God, than to compare him to the Governour of a Ship, who is never in the Ship idle, Whence he Cries out, What could they more religiously judge and speak of God, than to compare him to the Governor of a Ship, who is never in the Ship idle, c-crq pns31 vvz av, q-crq vmd pns32 av-dc av-j vvb cc vvi pp-f np1, cs pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz av-x p-acp dt n1 j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
819 but continually at work either in one kind or another? The Pythagoreans compared God to the Soul in the body, filling each part, but continually At work either in one kind or Another? The pythagoreans compared God to the Soul in the body, filling each part, cc-acp av-j p-acp n1 av-d p-acp crd n1 cc j-jn? dt njp2 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg d n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
820 and actuating each part of the body. The Platonists call him the moderator of all things. and actuating each part of the body. The Platonists call him the moderator of all things. cc j-vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1. dt np1 vvb pno31 dt n1 pp-f d n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
821 The Heathen Poets speak as well and fully. The Heathen Poets speak as well and Fully. dt j-jn n2 vvb a-acp av cc av-j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
822 Virgil telleth us, God is continually moving throughout all the Earth, Tractus { que } maris, coelum { que } profundum, and the Waters and the Heavens. Virgil Telleth us, God is continually moving throughout all the Earth, Tractus { que } maris, coelum { que } profundum, and the Waters and the Heavens. np1 vvz pno12, np1 vbz av-j vvg p-acp d dt n1, np1 { fw-fr } fw-la, fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la, cc dt n2 cc dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
823 In short, none but some of the most sensual and brutish Epicureans, ever so much as called this in question. In short, none but Some of the most sensual and brutish Epicureans, ever so much as called this in question. p-acp j, pix cc-acp d pp-f dt av-ds j cc j njp2, av av av-d c-acp vvd d p-acp n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 90 Page 44
824 5. But hitherto I have been arguing this point with you as men, to convince you of it if you were Heathens, 5. But hitherto I have been arguing this point with you as men, to convince you of it if you were heathens, crd p-acp av pns11 vhb vbn vvg d n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f pn31 cs pn22 vbdr n2-jn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 44
825 and had no knowledg of the Holy Scripture. and had not knowledge of the Holy Scripture. cc vhd xx n1 pp-f dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
826 When I consider you in that notion, I must say to you, as the Apostle speaks in another case, We have a more sure word of prophecy. When I Consider you in that notion, I must say to you, as the Apostle speaks in Another case, We have a more sure word of prophecy. c-crq pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, pns12 vhb dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
827 As we by faith understand that the worlds were at first made by God: As we by faith understand that the world's were At First made by God: c-acp pns12 p-acp n1 vvi cst dt n2 vbdr p-acp ord vvn p-acp np1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
828 so by faith also we plentifully understand, that the created worlds are upheld, preserved, protected, and governed by God. so by faith also we plentifully understand, that the created world's Are upheld, preserved, protected, and governed by God. av p-acp n1 av pns12 av-j vvb, cst dt vvd ng1 vbr vvn, vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
829 I shall hereafter more distinctly prove this in my following discourse, when I shall come to speak of the distinct and particular acts and objects of this Divine Providence. I shall only here make use of a few, instead of very many Scriptures which might be produced, Heb. 1.3. NONLATINALPHABET. Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. I shall hereafter more distinctly prove this in my following discourse, when I shall come to speak of the distinct and particular acts and objects of this Divine Providence. I shall only Here make use of a few, instead of very many Scriptures which might be produced, Hebrew 1.3.. Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. pns11 vmb av av-dc av-j vvi d p-acp po11 j-vvg n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j cc j n2 cc n2 pp-f d j-jn n1. pns11 vmb av-j av vvi n1 pp-f dt d, av pp-f av d n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn, np1 crd.. vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
830 He at first made all things by the word of his Power, and he upholdeth all things by the word of his Power. He At First made all things by the word of his Power, and he upholds all things by the word of his Power. pns31 p-acp ord vvd d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
831 My Text saith, He preserveth both man and beast. My Text Says, He Preserveth both man and beast. po11 n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
832 Our Lord telleth us, that he cloatheth the grass of the field, and feedeth the Ravens, Matth. 6. The Psalmist tells us, that his kingdom ruleth over all. Our Lord Telleth us, that he clotheth the grass of the field, and feeds the Ravens, Matthew 6. The Psalmist tells us, that his Kingdom Ruleth over all. po12 n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvz dt n2, np1 crd dt n1 vvz pno12, cst po31 n1 vvz p-acp d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
833 And again, Matth. 10.29, 30. Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? yet not one of them falls to the ground without the will of your heavenly father. Acts 17.28. In him we live, move, and have our being. Prov. 15.13. The eyes of the Lord are in all places, beholding the evil and the good. John 5.17. My father worketh hitherto, and I work. And again, Matthew 10.29, 30. are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? yet not one of them falls to the ground without the will of your heavenly father. Acts 17.28. In him we live, move, and have our being. Curae 15.13. The eyes of the Lord Are in all places, beholding the evil and the good. John 5.17. My father works hitherto, and I work. cc av, np1 crd, crd vbr xx crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1? av xx pi pp-f pno32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1. vvz crd. p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vhb po12 n1. np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp d n2, vvg dt j-jn cc dt j. np1 crd. po11 n1 vvz av, cc pns11 vvb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
834 In short, the places of Scripture confirming this Doctrine of Divine Providence, are very many; In short, the places of Scripture confirming this Doctrine of Divine Providence, Are very many; p-acp j, dt n2 pp-f n1 vvg d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbr av d; (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
835 and will most of them fall under some part or other of my ensuing discourse, referring to the particular objects and acts of Divine Providence. and will most of them fallen under Some part or other of my ensuing discourse, referring to the particular objects and acts of Divine Providence. cc n1 av-ds pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp d n1 cc n-jn pp-f po11 j-vvg n1, vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
836 And I therefore shall not in this place further enlarge upon them, but come next to consider the extent, And I Therefore shall not in this place further enlarge upon them, but come next to Consider the extent, cc pns11 av vmb xx p-acp d n1 av-jc vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp vvb ord pc-acp vvi dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
837 or particular objects of Divine Providence. I proceed therefore to a second Question. or particular objects of Divine Providence. I proceed Therefore to a second Question. cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 91 Page 45
838 Quest. 2. What are the objects of Divine Providence? or how far doth the Divine care extend? Quest. 2. What Are the objects of Divine Providence? or how Far does the Divine care extend? n1. crd q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1? cc c-crq av-j vdz dt j-jn n1 vvi? (9) sermon (DIV3) 92 Page 45
839 Though the Epicureans of old would acknowledg no Providence, and many of the Stoicks asserting a Fate, destroyed it; Though the Epicureans of old would acknowledge no Providence, and many of the Stoics asserting a Fate, destroyed it; cs dt njp2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi dx n1, cc d pp-f dt njp2 vvg dt n1, vvd pn31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 45
840 yet the wiser Peripateticks would grant it, though but a limited one, extended to some particular Beings and things; yet the Wiser Peripatetics would grant it, though but a limited one, extended to Some particular Beings and things; av dt jc n2 vmd vvi pn31, cs p-acp dt j-vvn pi, vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 45
841 and too many amongst those who are called Christians, seem to inherit something of their spirit. and too many among those who Are called Christians, seem to inherit something of their Spirit. cc av d p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn np1, vvb pc-acp vvi pi pp-f po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 45
842 I remember that when Pharaoh saw Egypt almost destroyed, he calls for Moses and Aaron, and bids them go and serve the Lord: I Remember that when Pharaoh saw Egypt almost destroyed, he calls for Moses and Aaron, and bids them go and serve the Lord: pns11 vvb cst c-crq np1 vvd np1 av vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp np1 cc np1, cc vvz pno32 vvi cc vvi dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 45
843 but adds, Exod. 10.8, But who are they that shall go? When Moses replyed, We will go with our young, but adds, Exod 10.8, But who Are they that shall go? When Moses replied, We will go with our young, cc-acp vvz, np1 crd, p-acp r-crq vbr pns32 cst vmb vvi? c-crq np1 vvd, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
844 and with our old, with our sons, and with our daughters, with our flocks, and with our herds will we go. and with our old, with our Sons, and with our daughters, with our flocks, and with our herds will we go. cc p-acp po12 j, p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2 vmb pns12 vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
845 He replyeth vers. 10. Let the Lord so deal with me, as I let you go and your little ones. Thus many deal with God. He Replieth vers. 10. Let the Lord so deal with me, as I let you go and your little ones. Thus many deal with God. pns31 vvz zz. crd vvb dt n1 av vvi p-acp pno11, c-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vvb cc po22 j pi2. av d n1 p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
846 When they consider the vast bodies of the Creatures, the great varieties of their beings, and qualities, their motions, &c. they are forced to acknowledg a Divine Providence; When they Consider the vast bodies of the Creatures, the great varieties of their beings, and qualities, their motions, etc. they Are forced to acknowledge a Divine Providence; c-crq pns32 vvb dt j n2 pp-f dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc n2, po32 n2, av pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
847 That the world could not stand, nor the parts of it hold together, unless a Superior hand ruled, upheld, and governed them: That the world could not stand, nor the parts of it hold together, unless a Superior hand ruled, upheld, and governed them: cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi, ccx dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi av, cs dt j-jn n1 vvn, vvn, cc vvd pno32: (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
945 2. Again, The Providence of God doth ordinarily bring about events by our endeavours as means. 2. Again, The Providence of God does ordinarily bring about events by our endeavours as means. crd av, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp n2 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 106 Page 51
848 They therefore will acknowledg a Providence, as to the great bodies of the Heavens, &c. But say they, How far will you extend it? When they hear us assert it as to all things, the sound of the little ones in nature, troubles them, They Therefore will acknowledge a Providence, as to the great bodies of the Heavens, etc. But say they, How Far will you extend it? When they hear us assert it as to all things, the found of the little ones in nature, Troubles them, pns32 av vmb vvi dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2, av p-acp vvb pns32, c-crq av-j vmb pn22 vvi pn31? c-crq pns32 vvb pno12 vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j pi2 p-acp n1, vvz pno32, (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
849 yea, and as to the wills of men, they are wonderfully disturbed. yea, and as to the wills of men, they Are wonderfully disturbed. uh, cc c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, pns32 vbr av-j vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
850 We must therefore enquire what the Scripture saith, which certainly cannot err, as to the bounds and extent of Gods Providential care. The Scripture tells us, Heb. 4.13. That all things are naked, and open before him with whom we have to do: We must Therefore inquire what the Scripture Says, which Certainly cannot err, as to the bounds and extent of God's Providential care. The Scripture tells us, Hebrew 4.13. That all things Are naked, and open before him with whom we have to do: pns12 vmb av vvi r-crq dt n1 vvz, r-crq av-j vmbx vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f npg1 j n1. dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst d n2 vbr j, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi: (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
851 That the eyes of the Lord are in every place beholding the evil and the good, Prov. 15.3. My Text saith, He preserveth both man and beast. That the eyes of the Lord Are in every place beholding the evil and the good, Curae 15.3. My Text Says, He Preserveth both man and beast. cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp d n1 vvg dt j-jn cc dt j, np1 crd. po11 n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
852 The Apostle to the Hebrews saith, He upholdeth all things by the word of his power. But to speak more distinctly; The Apostle to the Hebrews Says, He upholds all things by the word of his power. But to speak more distinctly; dt n1 p-acp dt np1 vvz, pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
853 we extend the Divine Providence, 1. To all Beings. 2. To all motions and actions of Beings. we extend the Divine Providence, 1. To all Beings. 2. To all motions and actions of Beings. pns12 vvb dt j-jn n1, crd p-acp d n2. crd p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
854 3. To all omissions, suspensions, or cessations of action. 4. To all events of things. 3. To all omissions, suspensions, or cessations of actium. 4. To all events of things. crd p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. crd p-acp d n2 pp-f n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 93 Page 46
855 1. First, I say, to all Beings. Beings are usually distinguished into such as have no life, or such as have life. 1. First, I say, to all Beings. Beings Are usually distinguished into such as have no life, or such as have life. crd ord, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n2. n2 vbr av-j vvn p-acp d c-acp vhb dx n1, cc d c-acp vhb n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 94 Page 46
856 Or if you please we may make use of that plain division of Beings into, 1. Such as have no more than a meer Being, neither life, Or if you please we may make use of that plain division of Beings into, 1. Such as have no more than a mere Being, neither life, cc cs pn22 vvb pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f cst j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp, crd d c-acp vhb dx dc cs dt j vbg, dx n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 94 Page 46
857 nor sense, nor reason. Such are the Heavens, the Earth, the Waters. Or, 2. Such as have Being, and life, but no sense. Such are herbs and plants. nor sense, nor reason. Such Are the Heavens, the Earth, the Waters. Or, 2. Such as have Being, and life, but no sense. Such Are herbs and plants. ccx n1, ccx n1. d vbr dt n2, dt n1, dt n2. cc, crd d c-acp vhb vbg, cc n1, p-acp dx n1. d vbr n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 94 Page 46
858 Or, 3. Such as have Being, and life, and sense. Such are Beasts, Birds, Fishes, Insects, &c. Or Lastly, Such as have not only Being, life, sense, but Reason also. Or, 3. Such as have Being, and life, and sense. Such Are Beasts, Birds, Fish, Insects, etc. Or Lastly, Such as have not only Being, life, sense, but Reason also. cc, crd d c-acp vhb vbg, cc n1, cc n1. d vbr n2, n2, n2, vvz, av cc ord, d c-acp vhb xx av-j vbg, n1, n1, p-acp vvb av. (9) sermon (DIV3) 94 Page 46
859 Such are Angels and Men. I shall shew you that Divine Providence extends to all these. Such Are Angels and Men. I shall show you that Divine Providence extends to all these. d vbr n2 cc n2. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 94 Page 46
860 1. To such things as have meer Beings. 1. To such things as have mere Beings. crd p-acp d n2 c-acp vhb j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 46
861 As to the Heavens, Extol God (saith the Psalmist), Psal. 68.4.33, Who rideth upon the Heavens. As to the Heavens, Extol God (Says the Psalmist), Psalm 68.4.33, Who rides upon the Heavens. c-acp p-acp dt n2, vvb np1 (vvz dt n1), np1 crd, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 46
862 Gods riding upon the Heaven signifies his influence upon them, and his Rule and Governance over them. God's riding upon the Heaven signifies his influence upon them, and his Rule and Governance over them. npg1 vvg p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 46
863 Our Saviour telleth us, That he maketh his Sun to shine, and his Rain to fall upon the just and unjust; Our Saviour Telleth us, That he makes his Sun to shine, and his Rain to fallen upon the just and unjust; po12 n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 47
864 yea, and God makes it a thing proper to him to give rain: and the Scripture telleth you of his giving it, yea, and God makes it a thing proper to him to give rain: and the Scripture Telleth you of his giving it, uh, cc np1 vvz pn31 dt n1 j p-acp pno31 p-acp vvb n1: cc dt n1 vvz pn22 pp-f po31 vvg pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 47
865 and withholding it at his pleasure, as in the days of Elijah. Job 9.7, God is said to be he who commandeth the Sun, and it riseth not, and sealeth up the stars. and withholding it At his pleasure, as in the days of Elijah. Job 9.7, God is said to be he who commands the Sun, and it Riseth not, and Sealeth up the Stars. cc vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. np1 crd, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi pns31 r-crq vvz dt n1, cc pn31 vvz xx, cc vvz a-acp dt n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 47
866 For the Earth, he is said to hang it upon nothing; and certainly so great a weight would not hold there long, For the Earth, he is said to hang it upon nothing; and Certainly so great a weight would not hold there long, p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb pn31 p-acp pix; cc av-j av j dt n1 vmd xx vvi a-acp av-j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 47
867 if it were not held up. 2. For those things which have not a meer Being, but life also: if it were not held up. 2. For those things which have not a mere Being, but life also: cs pn31 vbdr xx vvn a-acp. crd p-acp d n2 r-crq vhb xx dt j vbg, p-acp n1 av: (9) sermon (DIV3) 95 Page 47
868 they are the herbs, and plants, and flowers. He causeth the grass to grow for the cattel, Psal. 104.24. Psal. 147.8, He maketh the grass to grow on the mountains: they Are the herbs, and plants, and flowers. He Causes the grass to grow for the cattle, Psalm 104.24. Psalm 147.8, He makes the grass to grow on the Mountains: pns32 vbr dt n2, cc n2, cc n2. pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, np1 crd. np1 crd, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 96 Page 47
869 He cloatheth the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the Oven. He clotheth the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the Oven. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz, cc p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 96 Page 47
870 3. For those Beings which have life and sense. He feedeth the fowls of the air, Matt. 6.18. Not a sparrow falls to the ground without him: 3. For those Beings which have life and sense. He feeds the fowls of the air, Matt. 6.18. Not a sparrow falls to the ground without him: crd p-acp d n2 r-crq vhb n1 cc n1. pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. xx dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 97 Page 47
871 he called for the flies and locusts, &c. against Pharaoh. he called for the flies and Locusts, etc. against Pharaoh. pns31 vvd p-acp dt vvz cc n2, av p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 97 Page 47
872 4. For the most perfect Beings, viz. such as have not only Being, life, sense, but Reason also; 4. For the most perfect Beings, viz. such as have not only Being, life, sense, but Reason also; crd p-acp dt av-ds j n2, n1 d c-acp vhb xx av-j vbg, n1, n1, p-acp vvb av; (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
873 These are either Angels or Men. Providence reacheth to both of these; These Are either Angels or Men. Providence reaches to both of these; d vbr d n2 cc n2. n1 vvz p-acp d pp-f d; (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
874 it reacheth to the good Angels: he commandeth all his Angels to worship Christ; he maketh his Angels Spirits, and his Ministers a flaming fire, Heb. 1.6, 7. and ministring Spirits for the good of his Elect. How frequently do you read in Scripture of Gods government of his Angels, in sending them upon his messages? For the Devils: it reaches to the good Angels: he commands all his Angels to worship christ; he makes his Angels Spirits, and his Ministers a flaming fire, Hebrew 1.6, 7. and ministering Spirits for the good of his Elect. How frequently do you read in Scripture of God's government of his Angels, in sending them upon his messages? For the Devils: pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n2: pns31 vvz d po31 n2 p-acp vvb np1; pns31 vvz po31 n2 n2, cc po31 n2 dt j-vvg n1, np1 crd, crd cc j-vvg n2 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 np1 c-crq av-j vdb pn22 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po31 n2? p-acp dt n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
875 the Old Testament tells you of his employing them against Ahab; of his commissionating them against Job. And the New Testament plentifully declares their subjection to the Son of God. the Old Testament tells you of his employing them against Ahab; of his Commissionating them against Job. And the New Testament plentifully declares their subjection to the Son of God. dt j n1 vvz pn22 pp-f po31 vvg pno32 p-acp np1; pp-f po31 vvg pno32 p-acp n1. cc dt j n1 av-j vvz po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
876 For Men; the Scripture speaks abundantly. My Text telleth you, He preserveth man and beast. For Men; the Scripture speaks abundantly. My Text Telleth you, He Preserveth man and beast. p-acp n2; dt n1 vvz av-j. po11 n1 vvz pn22, pns31 vvz n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
877 In short, there is hardly a leaf in Scripture but abundantly confirmeth this piece of Divine Providence in one particular or other. In short, there is hardly a leaf in Scripture but abundantly confirmeth this piece of Divine Providence in one particular or other. p-acp j, pc-acp vbz av dt n1 p-acp n1 cc-acp av-j vvz d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp crd j cc j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 98 Page 47
878 Secondly, I say, the Providence of God extendeth not only to all Beings, but to all the Motions and Actions of Beings: upholding them to their motions, governing all their actions. Secondly, I say, the Providence of God extendeth not only to all Beings, but to all the Motions and Actions of Beings: upholding them to their motions, governing all their actions. ord, pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx av-j p-acp d n2, cc-acp p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n2, vvg d po32 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 47
879 The grass groweth not, the sparrow falleth not, the Lilly groweth not, without our Father: The grass grows not, the sparrow falls not, the Lily grows not, without our Father: dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, p-acp po12 n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 47
880 he hath made the Ordinances for the Sun, and Moon, and Stars, for the day and night. he hath made the Ordinances for the Sun, and Moon, and Stars, for the day and night. pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 47
881 It is he that thundereth out of Heaven, 1 Sam. 7.10. 2 Sam. 22.14. The Scripture every-where asserteth the influence of God upon the natural motions of all creatures; It is he that Thundereth out of Heaven, 1 Sam. 7.10. 2 Sam. 22.14. The Scripture everywhere Asserteth the influence of God upon the natural motions of all creatures; pn31 vbz pns31 d vvz av pp-f n1, vvn np1 crd. crd np1 crd. dt n1 j vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
882 nor is it to be excluded from the voluntary Actions, whether good or bad. As for good actions, he moveth to them, he assisteth in them. nor is it to be excluded from the voluntary Actions, whither good or bad. As for good actions, he moves to them, he assisteth in them. ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn n2, cs j cc j. p-acp p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
883 As to bad actions, he upholdeth as to the natural action, but hath nothing to do with the malice and wickedness of it, As to bad actions, he upholds as to the natural actium, but hath nothing to do with the malice and wickedness of it, p-acp p-acp j n2, pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp vhz pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
884 but to govern it, when shewed, to his own wise ends. The Scriptures are infinite which might be produced in the proof of this. but to govern it, when showed, to his own wise ends. The Scriptures Are infinite which might be produced in the proof of this. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31, c-crq vvn, p-acp po31 d j n2. dt n2 vbr j r-crq vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
885 What can be plainer than that of our Saviour speaking of good actions, Joh. 15.3, Without me you can do nothing: What can be plainer than that of our Saviour speaking of good actions, John 15.3, Without me you can do nothing: q-crq vmb vbi jc cs d pp-f po12 n1 vvg pp-f j n2, np1 crd, p-acp pno11 pn22 vmb vdi pix: (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
886 that of the Apostle, Phil. 4.13, I can do all things through Christ that strengtheneth me; that of the Apostle, Philip 4.13, I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me; cst pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11; (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
887 and again, He giveth to will and to do. For bad actions, He suffered all Nations to walk in their own ways, Act. 14.16. and again, He gives to will and to do. For bad actions, He suffered all nations to walk in their own ways, Act. 14.16. cc av, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi. p-acp j n2, pns31 vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, n1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
888 And the Psalmist saith, Psal. 76.10, Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee; and the remainder of wrath thou shalt restrain. And the Psalmist Says, Psalm 76.10, Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee; and the remainder of wrath thou shalt restrain. cc dt n1 vvz, np1 crd, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno21; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns21 vm2 vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 99 Page 48
889 Thirdly, The Providence of God extendeth to all omissions, cessations, or suspensions of actions; yea, and to all irregularities of natural motions or actions. Thirdly, The Providence of God extendeth to all omissions, cessations, or suspensions of actions; yea, and to all irregularities of natural motions or actions. ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2; uh, cc p-acp d n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 100 Page 48
890 It was from God that the fire did not naturally act to consume the three children; It was from God that the fire did not naturally act to consume the three children; pn31 vbds p-acp np1 cst dt n1 vdd xx av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt crd n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 100 Page 48
891 nor the Lions to devour Daniel though in their Den; nor the Lions to devour daniel though in their Den; ccx dt n2 pc-acp vvi np1 cs p-acp po32 n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 100 Page 48
892 that the Sun stood still in the Valley of Ajalon; that it went backward, as appear'd by the shadow upon the Dial of Ahaz: and so as to actions depending upon the will of man, Gen. 20.6, God saith to Abimelech, that he suffered him not to touch Sarah; that the Sun stood still in the Valley of Ajalon; that it went backward, as appeared by the shadow upon the Dial of Ahaz: and so as to actions depending upon the will of man, Gen. 20.6, God Says to Abimelech, that he suffered him not to touch Sarah; cst dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cst pn31 vvd av-j, c-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc av c-acp p-acp n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, np1 vvz p-acp np1, cst pns31 vvd pno31 xx pc-acp vvi np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 100 Page 48
893 Jacob telleth his Wife, Gen. 31.7, that God suffered not Laban to hurt him. Multitudes of Scriptures might be produced in this case. Jacob Telleth his Wife, Gen. 31.7, that God suffered not Laban to hurt him. Multitudes of Scriptures might be produced in this case. np1 vvz po31 n1, np1 crd, cst np1 vvd xx np1 pc-acp vvi pno31. n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 100 Page 48
894 4. Lastly, The Providence of God extendeth to all events. Events are reducible to two heads; 4. Lastly, The Providence of God extendeth to all events. Events Are reducible to two Heads; crd ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n2. n2 vbr j p-acp crd n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
895 they are either such as are good and grateful to us, or such as are evil and afflictive. The hand of Providence is in both. they Are either such as Are good and grateful to us, or such as Are evil and afflictive. The hand of Providence is in both. pns32 vbr d d c-acp vbr j cc j p-acp pno12, cc d c-acp vbr j-jn cc j. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp av-d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
896 There is no good event but is from God; he is the fountain of good, the author of every good and perfect gift: There is no good event but is from God; he is the fountain of good, the author of every good and perfect gift: pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc-acp vbz p-acp np1; pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j, dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
897 evil events are from him, Is there any evil in the City (saith God by Amos), and I have not done it? Afflictions spring not out of the dust (saith Job). But the holy Scripture is so full of proof of this, evil events Are from him, Is there any evil in the city (Says God by Amos), and I have not done it? Afflictions spring not out of the dust (Says Job). But the holy Scripture is so full of proof of this, j-jn n2 vbr p-acp pno31, vbz a-acp d n-jn p-acp dt n1 (vvz np1 p-acp np1), cc pns11 vhb xx vdn pn31? n2 vvb xx av pp-f dt n1 (vvz np1). p-acp dt j n1 vbz av j pp-f n1 pp-f d, (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
898 as I need not give particular instances; as I need not give particular instances; c-acp pns11 vvb xx vvi j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
899 especially considering that it hath been recognized by the children of God in Scripture, and is so by every one of us, especially considering that it hath been recognized by the children of God in Scripture, and is so by every one of us, av-j vvg cst pn31 vhz vbn vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc vbz av p-acp d crd pp-f pno12, (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 48
900 so often as we either praise God for any receit of good, or deliverance from evil; so often as we either praise God for any receipt of good, or deliverance from evil; av av c-acp pns12 d n1 np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f j, cc n1 p-acp n-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 49
901 or pray unto him for the collation of any good thing, or prevention or removal of any evil. or pray unto him for the collation of any good thing, or prevention or removal of any evil. cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc n1 cc n1 pp-f d n-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 49
902 Thus now I have confirmed the Doctrine of Divine Providence, and also shewed you the extent of it. Thus now I have confirmed the Doctrine of Divine Providence, and also showed you the extent of it. av av pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc av vvd pn22 dt n1 pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 49
903 I should now come to discourse of the particular acts of it; I should now come to discourse of the particular acts of it; pns11 vmd av vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 49
904 but first let me make some application of this general discourse of Providence, so far as I have carried it on. but First let me make Some application of this general discourse of Providence, so Far as I have carried it on. cc-acp ord vvb pno11 vvi d n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV3) 101 Page 49
905 In the first place, observe from hence, how unreasonably and Atheistically any deny the Providence of God, and that in the extent of it: In the First place, observe from hence, how unreasonably and Atheistically any deny the Providence of God, and that in the extent of it: p-acp dt ord n1, vvb p-acp av, c-crq av-j cc av-j d vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
906 Atheistically, for it is all one to deny a God, as to deny the Providence of God. Atheistically, for it is all one to deny a God, as to deny the Providence of God. av-j, p-acp pn31 vbz d pi p-acp vvb dt n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
907 If there be a God, there must be an infinite Being filling all places: If there be a God, there must be an infinite Being filling all places: cs pc-acp vbi dt np1, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j vbg vvg d n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
908 infinitely active, all eye, all ear, all understanding, doing all that from his most perfect Essence, which we do by the help of our senses, or any of our faculties. infinitely active, all eye, all ear, all understanding, doing all that from his most perfect Essence, which we do by the help of our Senses, or any of our faculties. av-j j, d n1, d n1, d n1, vdg d cst p-acp po31 av-ds j n1, r-crq pns12 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc d pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
909 Now that God should fill all places, see, hear, understand all things, motions, actions, events, Now that God should fill all places, see, hear, understand all things, motions, actions, events, av cst np1 vmd vvi d n2, vvb, vvb, vvb d n2, n2, n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
910 and not rule, and govern all to the wise ends of his own glory, having a power so to do, is to fancy that of God, which cannot be presumed of a man like our selves. and not Rule, and govern all to the wise ends of his own glory, having a power so to do, is to fancy that of God, which cannot be presumed of a man like our selves. cc xx vvi, cc vvi d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 d n1, vhg dt n1 av pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi d pp-f np1, r-crq vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 av-j po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
911 Those therefore that deny Providence, must have deceived their souls with some false idea's, and conceptions of God, Those Therefore that deny Providence, must have deceived their Souls with Some false idea's, and conceptions of God, d av d vvb n1, vmb vhi vvn po32 n2 p-acp d j n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
912 and set up an idol in their hearts, instead of the true and living God; Either a finite and limited Being, not filling Heaven and Earth: and Set up an idol in their hearts, instead of the true and living God; Either a finite and limited Being, not filling Heaven and Earth: cc vvd a-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, av pp-f dt j cc j-vvg np1; d dt j cc vvn vbg, xx vvg n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
913 or a dead, lazy, dull, careless inactive Being. or a dead, lazy, dull, careless inactive Being. cc dt j, j, j, j j vbg. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
914 All which is indeed to blaspheme, to deny God instead of acknowledging him. 2. As it is Atheistical, All which is indeed to Blaspheme, to deny God instead of acknowledging him. 2. As it is Atheistical, av-d r-crq vbz av pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi np1 av pp-f vvg pno31. crd p-acp pn31 vbz j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
915 so it is most irrational. I have formerly discoursed that, and therefore shall refer you to it. so it is most irrational. I have formerly discoursed that, and Therefore shall refer you to it. av pn31 vbz av-ds j. pns11 vhb av-j vvn cst, cc av vmb vvi pn22 p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
916 To fancy that the world could be preserved or governed in that order in which we see it, without an infinite God giving conduct to it, ordering it, To fancy that the world could be preserved or governed in that order in which we see it, without an infinite God giving conduct to it, ordering it, p-acp n1 cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pn31, p-acp dt j np1 vvg n1 p-acp pn31, vvg pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
917 and ruling it to his pleasure, is to fancy that may be done casually in so vast a place as the whole world, which we see cannot be in a little City or Family; and ruling it to his pleasure, is to fancy that may be done casually in so vast a place as the Whole world, which we see cannot be in a little city or Family; cc vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vbz pc-acp vvi cst vmb vbi vdn av-j p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vvi vmbx vbi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
918 than which nothing is more unreasonable. 3. Nor thirdly is any thing more contrary to the Scripture, than which nothing is more unreasonable. 3. Nor Thirdly is any thing more contrary to the Scripture, cs r-crq pix vbz av-dc j. crd ccx ord vbz d n1 av-dc j-jn p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
919 for there is no one proposition of truth, that hath a more plentiful evidence of Scripture, for there is no one proposition of truth, that hath a more plentiful evidence of Scripture, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx pi n1 pp-f n1, cst vhz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
920 than this Doctrine of Providence hath. I beseech you therefore to take heed of suffering any such suggestion, any such thought, than this Doctrine of Providence hath. I beseech you Therefore to take heed of suffering any such suggestion, any such Thought, cs d n1 pp-f n1 vhz. pns11 vvb pn22 av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg d d n1, d d n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
921 or imagination, to possess your hearts: or imagination, to possess your hearts: cc n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
922 look upon it as a very great piece of Atheism to deny, or to dispute it: look upon it as a very great piece of Atheism to deny, or to dispute it: vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pn31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 49
923 besides that, as I shall shew you by and by; beside that, as I shall show you by and by; a-acp d, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp cc p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 50
924 There is no Doctrine of greater use to settle and compose our Spirits under all the varieties of the world, There is no Doctrine of greater use to settle and compose our Spirits under all the varieties of the world, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f jc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 50
946 It is an extraordinary working of Providence, when it bringeth about an event without humane means; It is an extraordinary working of Providence, when it brings about an event without humane means; pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 106 Page 51
925 nor to keep us in a more holy, quiet, patient temper, and in a dependency upon God under all accidents which occur to us, than this Doctrine of Providence. nor to keep us in a more holy, quiet, patient temper, and in a dependency upon God under all accidents which occur to us, than this Doctrine of Providence. ccx pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt av-dc j, j-jn, j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12, cs d n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 50
926 Let this therefore be the first use and application of this excellent Doctrine, to settle your hearts in this point, Let this Therefore be the First use and application of this excellent Doctrine, to settle your hearts in this point, vvb d av vbb dt ord n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1, pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 50
927 so consequential to a just, and due notion, and a right apprehension of him who is the living and true God. so consequential to a just, and due notion, and a right apprehension of him who is the living and true God. av j p-acp dt j, cc j-jn n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vbz dt j-vvg cc j np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 102 Page 50
928 In the second place, Let me apply this by way of caution. In the second place, Let me apply this by Way of caution. p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
929 You have heard that there is a Divine Influence upon all Beings, Motions, Actions, Events, &c. But take heed of two things; You have herd that there is a Divine Influence upon all Beings, Motions, Actions, Events, etc. But take heed of two things; pn22 vhb vvn cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n2, n2, n2, n2, av cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f crd n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
930 1. Of thinking that the Providence of God necessitates all motions, and actions of voluntary Agents. 1. Of thinking that the Providence of God necessitates all motions, and actions of voluntary Agents. crd pp-f vvg d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2, cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
931 Or, 2. That it gives any supersedeas to our own endeavours, with reference to Events. Some Agents indeed act necessarily, all but rational Agents do so; Or, 2. That it gives any supersedeas to our own endeavours, with Referente to Events. some Agents indeed act necessarily, all but rational Agents do so; cc, crd cst pn31 vvz d fw-la p-acp po12 d n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n2. d n2 av vvi av-j, av-d p-acp j n2 vdb av; (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
932 they have no reason, and consequently, no counsel, deliberation or election. they have no reason, and consequently, no counsel, deliberation or election. pns32 vhb dx n1, cc av-j, dx n1, n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
933 But reasonable creatures, such as men and women are, have a Will, and act from it as from their principle: But reasonable creatures, such as men and women Are, have a Will, and act from it as from their principle: p-acp j n2, d c-acp n2 cc n2 vbr, vhb dt vmb, cc n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp po32 n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
934 these the Providence of God influenceth, but doth not compel or necessitate. these the Providence of God influenceth, but does not compel or necessitate. d dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cc-acp vdz xx vvi cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
935 The Providence of God influenceth a man to good actions, suggesting them to him, moving him and inclining him unto them, but not enforcing him. The Providence of God influenceth a man to good actions, suggesting them to him, moving him and inclining him unto them, but not enforcing him. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp j n2, vvg pno32 p-acp pno31, vvg pno31 cc vvg pno31 p-acp pno32, cc-acp xx vvg pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
936 As to evil actions; the influence of Divine Providence is otherwise. God doth not suggest, not move, not incline the heart to them. As to evil actions; the influence of Divine Providence is otherwise. God does not suggest, not move, not incline the heart to them. p-acp p-acp j-jn n2; dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz av. np1 vdz xx vvi, xx vvi, xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
937 It upholdeth the creature to the meer natural action. 2. It suffereth the sinner to vent the malice and wickedness of his heart in the action. 3. It governeth the action when done, to the wise end of Gods glory. It upholds the creature to the mere natural actium. 2. It suffers the sinner to vent the malice and wickedness of his heart in the actium. 3. It Governs the actium when done, to the wise end of God's glory. pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j j n1. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. crd pn31 vvz dt n1 c-crq vdn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
938 The influence of Providence neither necessitateth the child of God to do good, nor the sinner to do that which is evil. The influence of Providence neither necessitateth the child of God to do good, nor the sinner to do that which is evil. dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dx vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi j, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j-jn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
939 This is one thing you must warily understand. This is one thing you must warily understand. d vbz crd n1 pn22 vmb av-j vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 103 Page 50
940 Secondly, Take heed of thinking that the influence of Providence as to all events, supersedeth any thing of lawful endeavours, in order, either to the obtaining a good, Secondly, Take heed of thinking that the influence of Providence as to all events, supersedeth any thing of lawful endeavours, in order, either to the obtaining a good, ord, vvb n1 pp-f vvg cst dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp d n2, vvz d n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt vvg dt j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 104 Page 50
941 or preventing a bad event or issue. The influence of Gods Providence doth by no means justifie mans improvidence. or preventing a bad event or issue. The influence of God's Providence does by no means justify men improvidence. cc vvg dt j n1 cc n1. dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vdz p-acp dx n2 vvi ng1 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 104 Page 50
942 There is a great deal of reason for this, if we duly weigh it. 1. Providence is not our rule. There is a great deal of reason for this, if we duly weigh it. 1. Providence is not our Rule. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, cs pns12 av-jn vvi pn31. crd n1 vbz xx po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 104 Page 50
943 We are to walk by the Precept, and to depend upon Providence. So that whatsoever the word of God maketh our duty to be done, We Are to walk by the Precept, and to depend upon Providence. So that whatsoever the word of God makes our duty to be done, pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. av cst r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po12 n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 105 Page 51
944 or used as a mean in order to the obtaining of any event, remaineth still our duty, without respect to the influence which Providence hath upon events. or used as a mean in order to the obtaining of any event, remains still our duty, without respect to the influence which Providence hath upon events. cc vvd p-acp dt j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, vvz av po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq n1 vhz p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 105 Page 51
948 hence it is that we cannot regularly depend upon Divine Providence, without the use of proper means. hence it is that we cannot regularly depend upon Divine Providence, without the use of proper means. av pn31 vbz cst pns12 vmbx av-j vvi p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 106 Page 51
949 So far is the influence of Providence from superseding the use of means. Thus the Providence of God neither destroyeth nature, nor discourageth industry. So Far is the influence of Providence from superseding the use of means. Thus the Providence of God neither Destroyeth nature, nor Discourageth industry. av av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2. av dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dx vvz n1, ccx vvz n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 106 Page 51
950 In the third place, I know no Doctrine of further use than this, for the comfort and relief of the spirits of Gods people under any of the afflictions of this life. In the third place, I know no Doctrine of further use than this, for the Comfort and relief of the spirits of God's people under any of the afflictions of this life. p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f jc n1 cs d, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
951 The wheels of the world sometimes run very cross, not only to the expectations of Gods people, but to their sensible interests: The wheels of the world sometime run very cross, not only to the Expectations of God's people, but to their sensible interests: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 av vvn av j, xx av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 j n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
952 I say, to their sensible and appearing interests, for contrary to what is their true and real interest they cannot run. I say, to their sensible and appearing interests, for contrary to what is their true and real Interest they cannot run. pns11 vvb, p-acp po32 j cc j-vvg n2, p-acp j-jn p-acp r-crq vbz po32 j cc j n1 pns32 vmbx vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
953 All things shall work together for the good of them that love God. All things shall work together for the good of them that love God. d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
954 All things must be theirs, for their good, profit and advantage. But Gods dispensations to them in this life are sometimes very afflictive, very ingrateful to their sense. All things must be theirs, for their good, profit and advantage. But God's dispensations to them in this life Are sometime very afflictive, very ingrateful to their sense. d n2 vmb vbi png32, p-acp po32 j, n1 cc n1. p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 vbr av av j, av j p-acp po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
955 Now what a relief is this to a child of God to be assured of this, to be rooted and confirmed in this, That there is a Divine Providence extending it self to all the motions and actions of creatures; Now what a relief is this to a child of God to be assured of this, to be rooted and confirmed in this, That there is a Divine Providence extending it self to all the motions and actions of creatures; av q-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 vvg pn31 n1 p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
956 To all the suspensions, omissions, and cessations of creatures action. Hence follow divers things, which may be of great relief to us under our disquietudes. To all the suspensions, omissions, and cessations of creatures actium. Hence follow diverse things, which may be of great relief to us under our disquietudes. p-acp d dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 n1. av vvb j n2, r-crq vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 107 Page 51
957 1. That the omissions, suspensions, cessations of actions in means; yea, their workings contrary to our expectation, are things ordered by Divine Providence. 1. That the omissions, suspensions, cessations of actions in means; yea, their workings contrary to our expectation, Are things ordered by Divine Providence. crd cst dt n2, n2, n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2; uh, po32 n2 j-jn p-acp po12 n1, vbr n2 vvn p-acp j-jn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 51
958 It is wonderful how great an affliction this thing sometimes gives persons of more thoughtful and reflexive tempers. It is wondered how great an affliction this thing sometime gives Persons of more thoughtful and reflexive tempers. pn31 vbz j c-crq j dt n1 d n1 av vvz n2 pp-f av-dc j cc j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 51
959 We lose a friend, and fancy, if such or such means had been used, or if such or such a thing had not been done, our husband, child, wife, had not died: We loose a friend, and fancy, if such or such means had been used, or if such or such a thing had not been done, our husband, child, wife, had not died: pns12 vvb dt n1, cc n1, cs d cc d n2 vhd vbn vvn, cc cs d cc d dt n1 vhd xx vbn vdn, po12 n1, n1, n1, vhd xx vvn: (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 51
960 you know what Martha said to our Saviour, Joh. 11, Lord, if thou hadst been there, my brother had not died. you know what Martha said to our Saviour, John 11, Lord, if thou Hadst been there, my brother had not died. pn22 vvb r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po12 n1, np1 crd, n1, cs pns21 vhd2 vbn a-acp, po11 n1 vhd xx vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 51
961 But now suppose this, that if such or such a thing had not been done, in a natural course thy friend had lived: (for that is all thou canst say), But now suppose this, that if such or such a thing had not been done, in a natural course thy friend had lived: (for that is all thou Canst say), p-acp av vvb d, cst cs d cc d dt n1 vhd xx vbn vdn, p-acp dt j n1 po21 n1 vhd vvn: (c-acp d vbz d pns21 vm2 vvi), (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 51
962 yet was not the hand of God in it? had the Providence of God, thinkest thou, no influence upon the omission of such a means as was omitted, yet was not the hand of God in it? had the Providence of God, Thinkest thou, no influence upon the omission of such a means as was omitted, av vbds xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31? vhd dt n1 pp-f np1, vv2 pns21, dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 a-acp vbds vvn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
963 or the use of such things as thou conceivest to have been pernicious? Doth not a sparrow fall to the ground, and is thy friend (thinkest thou) fallen to the ground, without thy Father? thy Father ordering the omission of such a mean as might have preserved his life, or the use of such things as thou conceivest to have been pernicious? Does not a sparrow fallen to the ground, and is thy friend (Thinkest thou) fallen to the ground, without thy Father? thy Father ordering the omission of such a mean as might have preserved his life, cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp pns21 vv2 pc-acp vhi vbn j? vdz xx dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vbz po21 n1 (vv2 pns21) vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po21 n1? po21 n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f d dt j c-acp n1 vhb vvn po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
964 or the use of such things as hastened their dissolution. or the use of such things as hastened their dissolution. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvd po32 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
965 God often hides from us what shall be the proximate cause of our end, and so as to our friends. God often hides from us what shall be the proximate cause of our end, and so as to our Friends. np1 av vvz p-acp pno12 r-crq vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av c-acp p-acp po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
966 It is true, if we have knowingly, and wilfully omitted or neglected probable means, we have cause of some reflection; It is true, if we have knowingly, and wilfully omitted or neglected probable means, we have cause of Some reflection; pn31 vbz j, cs pns12 vhb av-vvg, cc av-j vvn cc vvn j n2, pns12 vhb n1 pp-f d n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
967 but yet even in that case, the providence of God reaching to all events is some relief to us. but yet even in that case, the providence of God reaching to all events is Some relief to us. cc-acp av av p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp d n2 vbz d n1 p-acp pno12. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
968 In this sense it is no blasphemy to say, God often deceiveth the Physitian, and the sollicitous friend; In this sense it is no blasphemy to say, God often deceives the physician, and the solicitous friend; p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz dx n1 pc-acp vvi, np1 av vvz dt n1, cc dt j n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
969 that is, suffereth them to err under false apprehension. that is, suffers them to err under false apprehension. d vbz, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
970 There is not an omission but Providence hath influenced, not a suspension, or cessation of an usual action in a natural agent, There is not an omission but Providence hath influenced, not a suspension, or cessation of an usual actium in a natural agent, pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 p-acp n1 vhz vvn, xx dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
971 nor a contrary operation of it, but the Providence of God hath influenced it. nor a contrary operation of it, but the Providence of God hath influenced it. ccx dt n-jn n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
972 We, our friends, are of more worth than many sparrows, and fall not to the ground but by the will of our heavenly Eather; We, our Friends, Are of more worth than many sparrows, and fallen not to the ground but by the will of our heavenly Eather; pns12, po12 n2, vbr pp-f dc n1 cs d n2, cc vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j zz; (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
973 so as we do but torment and disquiet our selves in vain. so as we do but torment and disquiet our selves in vain. av c-acp pns12 vdb p-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 108 Page 52
974 Secondly, If the Providence of God influenceth all events, and that too, by effecting them, if not sinful; Secondly, If the Providence of God influenceth all events, and that too, by effecting them, if not sinful; ord, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2, cc cst av, p-acp vvg pno32, cs xx j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
975 They must, as to the people of God, be good, and for good, and the products both of infinite wisdom, and of infinite goodness. They must, as to the people of God, be good, and for good, and the products both of infinite Wisdom, and of infinite Goodness. pns32 vmb, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbb j, cc p-acp j, cc dt n2 d pp-f j n1, cc pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
976 It is our unhappiness, that we judg of events to us in this world by sense, and not according to faith. This maketh us call many things evil; It is our unhappiness, that we judge of events to us in this world by sense, and not according to faith. This makes us call many things evil; pn31 vbz po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb pp-f n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1, cc xx vvg p-acp n1. d vvz pno12 vvi d n2 j-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
977 indeed there is nothing can happen to a good man truly evil: for the hand of his Father must be in it. indeed there is nothing can happen to a good man truly evil: for the hand of his Father must be in it. av a-acp vbz pix vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 av-j j-jn: c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
978 Providence must have the ordering of it, and never did the hand of a good Father, knowingly mix a potion of poison to his child, Providence must have the ordering of it, and never did the hand of a good Father, knowingly mix a potion of poison to his child, n1 vmb vhi dt n-vvg pp-f pn31, cc av-x vdd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-vvg vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
979 and with his own hand give it him to drink. We do not ask evil of God; and with his own hand give it him to drink. We do not ask evil of God; cc p-acp po31 d n1 vvi pn31 pno31 pc-acp vvi. pns12 vdb xx vvi j-jn pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
980 and he that heareth our prayers, will not, when we ask him bread, give us a stone, and he that hears our Prayers, will not, when we ask him bred, give us a stone, cc pns31 cst vvz po12 n2, vmb xx, c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 n1, vvb pno12 dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
981 nor when we ask him a fish, give us a Scorpion. nor when we ask him a Fish, give us a Scorpion. ccx c-crq pns12 vvb pno31 dt n1, vvb pno12 dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
982 If we that are evil, know how to give good things to those that ask them of us: If we that Are evil, know how to give good things to those that ask them of us: cs pns12 cst vbr j-jn, vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp d cst vvb pno32 pp-f pno12: (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
983 much more doth our heavenly Father, know how to give good things to his children, asking them of him. much more does our heavenly Father, know how to give good things to his children, asking them of him. d dc vdz po12 j n1, vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po31 n2, vvg pno32 pp-f pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
984 In this we may be secure: In this we may be secure: p-acp d pns12 vmb vbi j: (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 52
985 If the Providence of God influenceth all the events of the world, he so regulates them, that although they may prove sensible, joyless, and afflictive evils; If the Providence of God influenceth all the events of the world, he so regulates them, that although they may prove sensible, joyless, and afflictive evils; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns31 av vvz pno32, cst cs pns32 vmb vvi j, j, cc j n2-jn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 53
986 yet they shall never prove real evils to those that fear God, but in the issue appear the products, yet they shall never prove real evils to those that Fear God, but in the issue appear the products, av pns32 vmb av-x vvi j n2-jn p-acp d cst vvb np1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 53
987 as of infinite wisdom, so also of infinite goodness. as of infinite Wisdom, so also of infinite Goodness. c-acp pp-f j n1, av av pp-f j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 53
988 Thus far this Doctrine of Divine Providence is a great fountain of consolation to the people of God. Thus Far this Doctrine of Divine Providence is a great fountain of consolation to the people of God. av av-j d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 109 Page 53
989 But lastly, Let us enquire what duty we may conclude from hence, and that is very much. But lastly, Let us inquire what duty we may conclude from hence, and that is very much. p-acp ord, vvb pno12 vvi r-crq n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av, cc d vbz av av-d. (9) sermon (DIV3) 110 Page 53
990 I shall instance in some few particulars. I shall instance in Some few particulars. pns11 vmb n1 p-acp d d n2-j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 110 Page 53
991 1. Is there a Divine Providence? and doth this influence all beings, motions, actions, events, 1. Is there a Divine Providence? and does this influence all beings, motions, actions, events, crd vbz pc-acp dt j-jn n1? cc vdz d n1 d n2, n2, n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 111 Page 53
992 & c? Let us learn then the duty of faith, to commit all our ways unto God, to trust in him, and depend upon him. & c? Let us Learn then the duty of faith, to commit all our ways unto God, to trust in him, and depend upon him. cc sy? vvb pno12 vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvb d po12 n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 111 Page 53
993 It is a duty we are often in Scripture called to, and that with respect to our persons, It is a duty we Are often in Scripture called to, and that with respect to our Persons, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vbr av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp, cc cst p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 111 Page 53
994 and with respect to our affairs and ways, 1 Pet. 4.19, Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the keeping of their souls unto him, in well-doing as unto a faithful Creator. and with respect to our affairs and ways, 1 Pet. 4.19, Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God, commit the keeping of their Souls unto him, in welldoing as unto a faithful Creator. cc p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, crd np1 crd, q-crq vvb pno32 cst vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 111 Page 53
995 Our Saviour presseth it in opposition to two things. Our Saviour Presseth it in opposition to two things. po12 n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 111 Page 53
996 1. In opposition to the fear of man, Matt. 10.28, 29, 30, And fear not them which kill the body, 1. In opposition to the Fear of man, Matt. 10.28, 29, 30, And Fear not them which kill the body, crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, cc vvb xx pno32 r-crq vvb dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 112 Page 53
997 but are not able to kill the soul. but Are not able to kill the soul. cc-acp vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 112 Page 53
998 Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing, and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father? But the very hairs of your head are numbred. are not two sparrows sold for a farthing, and one of them shall not fallen on the ground without your Father? But the very hairs of your head Are numbered. vbr xx crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc crd pp-f pno32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po22 n1? p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po22 n1 vbr vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 112 Page 53
999 Fear you not therefore, for you are of more value than many sparrows. 2. Again, He presseth it in opposition to too great sollicitude, Matth. 6.25. fear you not Therefore, for you Are of more valve than many sparrows. 2. Again, He Presseth it in opposition to too great solicitude, Matthew 6.25. n1 pn22 xx av, c-acp pn22 vbr pp-f dc n1 cs d n2. crd av, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp av j n1, np1 crd. (9) sermon (DIV3) 112 Page 53
1000 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what you shall eat, or what you shall drink, nor yet for your body, what you shall put on. Therefore I say unto you, Take no Thought for your life, what you shall eat, or what you shall drink, nor yet for your body, what you shall put on. av pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, vvb dx n1 p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, cc r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, ccx av p-acp po22 n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi a-acp. (9) sermon (DIV3) 113 Page 53
1001 This he presseth from Gods Providence, for the Lillies, the Birds, &c. vers. 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31. 2. With respect to our affairs, and the events of things in the world, so far as they concern us. 1. Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you. Psal. 55.22. Cast thy burden upon the Lord, for he shall sustain you. Psal. 37.3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. This he Presseth from God's Providence, for the Lilies, the Birds, etc. vers. 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31. 2. With respect to our affairs, and the events of things in the world, so Far as they concern us. 1. Pet. 5.7. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you. Psalm 55.22. Cast thy burden upon the Lord, for he shall sustain you. Psalm 37.3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. d pns31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt n2, dt n2, av zz. crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd crd p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb pno12. crd np1 crd. vvg d po22 n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22. np1 crd. vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn22. np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vdb j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 113 Page 53
1002 Vers. 5. Commit thy way unto the Lord: trust also in him, and he shall bring it to pass. Prov. 16.3. Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. Vers. 5. Commit thy Way unto the Lord: trust also in him, and he shall bring it to pass. Curae 16.3. Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. np1 crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1: vvb av p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vmb vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi. np1 crd. vvb po21 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc po21 n2 vmb vbi vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 53
1003 Man troubleth himself in vain, both with care and fear; the Child of God especially. We cannot let God alone to rule and govern the world. Man Troubles himself in vain, both with care and Fear; the Child of God especially. We cannot let God alone to Rule and govern the world. n1 vvz px31 p-acp j, av-d p-acp vvb cc vvb; dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j. pns12 vmbx vvi np1 av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 53
1004 But surely, if there be a God in the world, an immense and infinite Being that filleth all places, But surely, if there be a God in the world, an immense and infinite Being that fills all places, p-acp av-j, cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j cc j vbg cst vvz d n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1005 and infinitely active, seeing and hearing all things; and infinitely active, seeing and hearing all things; cc av-j j, vvg cc vvg d n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1006 and this God is not idle, but influenceth all beings, all motions and actions of beings, all suspensions, omissions, and this God is not idle, but influenceth all beings, all motions and actions of beings, all suspensions, omissions, cc d np1 vbz xx j, cc-acp vvz d n2, d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, d n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1008 and if he hath any Children, people, or servants in the world, whom he loveth, delighteth in, careth for; and if he hath any Children, people, or Servants in the world, whom he loves, delights in, Careth for; cc cs pns31 vhz d n2, n1, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz, vvz p-acp, vvz p-acp; (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1009 these people may trust him, and commit themselves and their ways to him, and it is their duty so to do. these people may trust him, and commit themselves and their ways to him, and it is their duty so to do. d n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi px32 cc po32 n2 p-acp pno31, cc pn31 vbz po32 n1 av pc-acp vdi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1010 Who may trust God? who may commit their ways unto him, if these should not? Let me therefore say with the Psalmist, Psal. 115.9, 10, 11. O Israel, trust thou in the Lord: Who may trust God? who may commit their ways unto him, if these should not? Let me Therefore say with the Psalmist, Psalm 115.9, 10, 11. Oh Israel, trust thou in the Lord: q-crq vmb vvi np1? q-crq vmb vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno31, cs d vmd xx? vvb pno11 av vvi p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd, crd uh np1, vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1011 O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord: you that fear the Lord, trust in the Lord. Oh house of Aaron, trust in the Lord: you that Fear the Lord, trust in the Lord. uh n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt n1: pn22 cst vvb dt n1, vvb p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1012 Be not over-solicitous, be not sinfully afraid as to any events. There is a God that ruleth in the earth, that overseeth the world. Be not over-solicitous, be not sinfully afraid as to any events. There is a God that Ruleth in the earth, that overseeth the world. vbb xx j, vbb xx av-j j c-acp p-acp d n2. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, cst vvb dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1013 But this trusting in God must be, 1. In doing good: Trust in the Lord, and do good, Psal. 37.3. Our souls must be committed to the Lord in well-doing, 1 Pet. 4.19. There is no trusting in the Lord, without walking in his way. But this trusting in God must be, 1. In doing good: Trust in the Lord, and do good, Psalm 37.3. Our Souls must be committed to the Lord in welldoing, 1 Pet. 4.19. There is no trusting in the Lord, without walking in his Way. p-acp d vvg p-acp np1 vmb vbi, crd p-acp vdg j: vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vdb j, np1 crd. po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 114 Page 54
1014 The unholy walking man hath no ground to trust God for any good: he hath no promise to bottom his trust upon. The unholy walking man hath no ground to trust God for any good: he hath no promise to bottom his trust upon. dt j j-vvg n1 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d j: pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp. (9) sermon (DIV3) 115 Page 54
1015 We must trust God in an holy walking. We must trust God in an holy walking. pns12 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt j n-vvg. (9) sermon (DIV3) 115 Page 54
1016 2. We must, notwithstanding the Providence of God, trust God in the use of proper means. The reason for this is, 2. We must, notwithstanding the Providence of God, trust God in the use of proper means. The reason for this is, crd pns12 vmb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. dt n1 p-acp d vbz, (9) sermon (DIV3) 116 Page 54
1017 because the Precept commandeth the use of lawful means. Because the Precept commands the use of lawful means. c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 116 Page 54
1018 Trusting of God is indeed exclusive of the use of unlawful means, but it always includeth the use of means that are proper and lawful. Trusting of God is indeed exclusive of the use of unlawful means, but it always includeth the use of means that Are proper and lawful. vvg pp-f np1 vbz av j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc-acp pn31 av vvz dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr j cc j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 116 Page 54
1019 To refuse proper and lawful means, and talk of trusting God, is to tempt him not to trust him. To refuse proper and lawful means, and talk of trusting God, is to tempt him not to trust him. p-acp vvi j cc j n2, cc n1 pp-f vvg np1, vbz pc-acp vvi pno31 xx pc-acp vvi pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 116 Page 54
1020 3. It includeth also the use of Religious means: such as the waiting upon God in the use of his Ordinances. 3. It includeth also the use of Religious means: such as the waiting upon God in the use of his Ordinances. crd pn31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f j n2: d c-acp dt j-vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1021 The word Sacraments, and Prayer: For these things (saith God) I will be enquired of by the house of Israel. The word Sacraments, and Prayer: For these things (Says God) I will be inquired of by the house of Israel. dt n1 n2, cc n1: c-acp d n2 (vvz np1) pns11 vmb vbi vvn pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1022 Prayer is a general means instituted by God for the obtaining of any mercy. But I say, supposing these three things: Prayer is a general means instituted by God for the obtaining of any mercy. But I say, supposing these three things: n1 vbz dt j n2 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. p-acp pns11 vvb, vvg d crd n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1023 That a Child of God keepeth in the Lords way, and hath used all proper means for an event which he hath desired, That a Child of God Keepeth in the lords Way, and hath used all proper means for an event which he hath desired, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 n1, cc vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1024 and sought the Lord for by Prayer; and sought the Lord for by Prayer; cc vvd dt n1 c-acp p-acp n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1025 This Doctrine of Divine Providence sheweth him the highest reason imaginable, for his committing both his person, This Doctrine of Divine Providence shows him the highest reason imaginable, for his committing both his person, d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz pno31 dt js n1 j, c-acp po31 vvg d po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1026 and his ways unto the Lord, without any anxious sollicitude, or distracting, fears: and his ways unto the Lord, without any anxious solicitude, or distracting, fears: cc po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d j n1, cc n-vvg, n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1027 Because he is the Lord who careth for us, therefore we should cast our care on him. Because he is the Lord who Careth for us, Therefore we should cast our care on him. c-acp pns31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12, av pns12 vmd vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 117 Page 54
1028 2. A second thing which I shall press upon you as your duty, and consequent to this Doctrine of Providence, is a pious security in all conditions, 2. A second thing which I shall press upon you as your duty, and consequent to this Doctrine of Providence, is a pious security in all conditions, crd dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp po22 n1, cc j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 118 Page 55
1029 and with respect to all events. There is a sinful security which all good men ought to avoid, and to take heed of. and with respect to all events. There is a sinful security which all good men ought to avoid, and to take heed of. cc p-acp n1 p-acp d n2. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq d j n2 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f. (9) sermon (DIV3) 118 Page 55
1030 Security is the freedom of the mind from care, as to this or that thing. Now this is sinful two ways. Security is the freedom of the mind from care, as to this or that thing. Now this is sinful two ways. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp d cc d n1. av d vbz j crd n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 118 Page 55
1031 1. When the ground of it is some carnal confidence, a relying on some arm of flesh. 1. When the ground of it is Some carnal confidence, a relying on Some arm of Flesh. crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz d j n1, dt vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 119 Page 55
1032 Cursed be he (saith the Prophet) that trusteth in man, and makes flesh his arm. Cursed be he (Says the Prophet) that Trusteth in man, and makes Flesh his arm. vvd vbb pns31 (vvz dt n1) d vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 119 Page 55
1033 Thus the Jews were often secure upon the view of their great allies and confederates, Assyria and Egypt. In like manner people may be secure upon the account of their relations and interests, Thus the jews were often secure upon the view of their great allies and confederates, Assyria and Egypt. In like manner people may be secure upon the account of their relations and interests, av dt np2 vbdr av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 cc n2, np1 cc np1. p-acp j n1 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 119 Page 55
1034 or the power and favour of men. We are commanded to cease from man, whose breath is in his nostrils; or the power and favour of men. We Are commanded to cease from man, whose breath is in his nostrils; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb p-acp n1, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp po31 n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 119 Page 55
1035 and the Psalmist tells us, It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in Princes. and the Psalmist tells us, It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in Princes. cc dt n1 vvz pno12, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 119 Page 55
1036 2. When there is a pretended confidence in God, but not conjoyned with an holy walking, nor with a due use of means, Natural, Moral, or Religious; take heed of such a security as this is. 2. When there is a pretended confidence in God, but not conjoined with an holy walking, nor with a due use of means, Natural, Moral, or Religious; take heed of such a security as this is. crd c-crq a-acp vbz dt vvd n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp xx vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg, ccx p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, j, j, cc j; vvb n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp d vbz. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1037 That which I call a pious security, is the fruit of a confidence in God. When the minds of men upon the view of a Divine Providence, are quiet, That which I call a pious security, is the fruit of a confidence in God. When the minds of men upon the view of a Divine Providence, Are quiet, d r-crq pns11 vvb dt j n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. c-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbr j-jn, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1038 and free from distractions, and over-much sollicitude as to the events of things, whether relating to the Church, or to their own particulars. and free from distractions, and overmuch solicitude as to the events of things, whither relating to the Church, or to their own particulars. cc j p-acp n2, cc av n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cs vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po32 d n2-j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1039 This I say is every good Christians duty: This I say is every good Christians duty: d pns11 vvb vbz d j np1 n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1040 and if there be such a Divine Providence, as I have been discoursing of to you, it is the most reasonable thing in the world. and if there be such a Divine Providence, as I have been discoursing of to you, it is the most reasonable thing in the world. cc cs pc-acp vbb d dt j-jn n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg pp-f p-acp pn22, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1041 God is the highest rational Agent, and must work for some ends, and those the best; God is the highest rational Agent, and must work for Some ends, and those the best; np1 vbz dt js j n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp d n2, cc d dt js; (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1042 the great end of his Glory, the subordinate end is the good of his People. the great end of his Glory, the subordinate end is the good of his People. dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt j n1 vbz dt j pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1043 Now if he hath in his working an influence on all beings, all motions and actions, all omissions, suspensions, Now if he hath in his working an influence on all beings, all motions and actions, all omissions, suspensions, av cs pns31 vhz p-acp po31 n-vvg dt n1 p-acp d n2, d n2 cc n2, d n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1044 and cessations of such motions, all events, &c. Certainly that man or woman that loveth and feareth God, and cessations of such motions, all events, etc. Certainly that man or woman that loves and fears God, cc n2 pp-f d n2, d n2, av av-j d n1 cc n1 cst vvz cc vvz np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1045 and keepeth his way, and hath used all proper means, natural, moral, or religious, in order to the obtaining of what he apprehendeth for Gods Honour, the good of his Church, and Keepeth his Way, and hath used all proper means, natural, moral, or religious, in order to the obtaining of what he apprehendeth for God's Honour, the good of his Church, cc vvz po31 n1, cc vhz vvn d j n2, j, j, cc j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, dt j pp-f po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1046 or his own particular good, he hath all imaginable reason to sit down quiet, and be secure. or his own particular good, he hath all imaginable reason to fit down quiet, and be secure. cc po31 d j j, pns31 vhz d j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp j-jn, cc vbi j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1047 Affairs in the world are upon the wheels, but those wheels are full of eyes: God seeth all things, Affairs in the world Are upon the wheels, but those wheels Are full of eyes: God sees all things, n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr p-acp dt n2, cc-acp d n2 vbr j pp-f n2: np1 vvz d n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1048 and his hand is in and upon all things, and hath his own ends in his eyes, and his hand is in and upon all things, and hath his own ends in his eyes, cc po31 n1 vbz p-acp cc p-acp d n2, cc vhz po31 d n2 p-acp po31 n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1091 and contentation with our lot and portion in the world, under the most afflictive and adverse issues. and contentation with our lot and portion in the world, under the most afflictive and adverse issues. cc n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1049 and a power to turn all things, and to make them to serve his ends. We may in the darkest day cry out, Psal. 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise him, and the remainder of wrath he shall restrain. and a power to turn all things, and to make them to serve his ends. We may in the Darkest day cry out, Psalm 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise him, and the remainder of wrath he shall restrain. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 n2. pns12 vmb p-acp dt js n1 vvb av, np1 crd. av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 55
1050 A good Christian may sit down, having done his duty, and leave the world to wag as it will. A good Christian may fit down, having done his duty, and leave the world to wag as it will. dt j njp vmb vvi a-acp, vhg vdn po31 n1, cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vmb. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1051 Let that great Ship wallow as it will, there is one that sitteth at the Stern, that will guide it, Let that great Ship wallow as it will, there is one that Sitteth At the Stern, that will guide it, vvb cst j n1 vvi c-acp pn31 vmb, pc-acp vbz pi cst vvz p-acp dt j, cst vmb vvi pn31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1052 and all its motions, it shall at last come into the true Port. Hence a Child of God hath reason enough in all things to give thanks, and at all times to rejoyce in the Lord, and again to rejoyce. and all its motions, it shall At last come into the true Port. Hence a Child of God hath reason enough in all things to give thanks, and At all times to rejoice in the Lord, and again to rejoice. cc d po31 n2, pn31 vmb p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt j n1 av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz n1 av-d p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cc p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc av pc-acp vvi. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1053 What then mean the disquietments, anxieties, and sollicitudes of our thoughts? Are they not tacit denials, What then mean the disquietments, anxieties, and solicitudes of our thoughts? are they not tacit denials, q-crq av vvb dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f po12 n2? vbr pns32 xx fw-la n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1054 or suspensions of the workings of Divine Providence? Are they not Indications of the weakness of our Faith? Certainly if we had Faith in the Doctrine of Divine Providence, or suspensions of the workings of Divine Providence? are they not Indications of the weakness of our Faith? Certainly if we had Faith in the Doctrine of Divine Providence, cc n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1? vbr pns32 xx n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1? av-j cs pns12 vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1055 if it were but as a grain of mustard-seed; if it were but as a grain of Mustard seed; cs pn31 vbdr cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1056 we should only attend our duty, and when we had done that, should speak to our soul, we should only attend our duty, and when we had done that, should speak to our soul, pns12 vmd av-j vvi po12 n1, cc c-crq pns12 vhd vdn d, vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1057 if yet in a tumult, Why art thou cast down, O my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? Trust still in God, if yet in a tumult, Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? Trust still in God, cs av p-acp dt n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11? n1 av p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1058 for I shall praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God. This is a second piece of duty. for I shall praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God. This is a second piece of duty. c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1. d vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 120 Page 56
1059 3. A third duty which this Doctrine of Divine Providence will evidence but reasonable for us, is, A patient waiting for God under all the displeasing varieties of this life. 3. A third duty which this Doctrine of Divine Providence will evidence but reasonable for us, is, A patient waiting for God under all the displeasing varieties of this life. crd dt ord n1 r-crq d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb n1 p-acp j p-acp pno12, vbz, dt j vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d dt j-vvg n2 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1060 A duty which in Scripture you will find often called for by God, and his Holy Servants, who have spoke in his Name, Psal. 27.14. Psal. 37.7, 34. Psal. 6•. 5. Prov. 20.22. Hos. 12.6. and as often resolved upon by the Holy Servants of God, Job. 14.14. Psal. 25.21. Psal. 52.9. and in many other places: A duty which in Scripture you will find often called for by God, and his Holy Servants, who have spoke in his Name, Psalm 27.14. Psalm 37.7, 34. Psalm 6•. 5. Curae 20.22. Hos. 12.6. and as often resolved upon by the Holy Servants of God, Job. 14.14. Psalm 25.21. Psalm 52.9. and in many other places: dt n1 r-crq p-acp n1 pn22 vmb vvi av vvn p-acp p-acp np1, cc po31 j n2, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd np1 n1. crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. cc c-acp av vvn p-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, np1. crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. cc p-acp d j-jn n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1061 And there are many excellent promises that are made to it, Psal. 37.9. Prov. 20.22. Isa. 49.23. It is exclusive of all murmuring, repining, and discontentedness at any of Gods dealings; And there Are many excellent promises that Are made to it, Psalm 37.9. Curae 20.22. Isaiah 49.23. It is exclusive of all murmuring, repining, and discontentedness At any of God's dealings; cc pc-acp vbr d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. pn31 vbz j pp-f d j-vvg, j-vvg, cc n1 p-acp d pp-f npg1 n2-vvg; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1062 of all use of irregular means to help our selves: of all use of irregular means to help our selves: pp-f d n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi po12 n2: (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1063 it is an habit of grace, which in the midst of the most adverse and afflictive Providences, teacheth us to stand still, and to see the salvation of God. it is an habit of grace, which in the midst of the most adverse and afflictive Providences, Teaches us to stand still, and to see the salvation of God. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2, vvz pno12 p-acp vvb av, cc p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1064 It is a great piece of a Christians duty, keeping a Christian in his station, It is a great piece of a Christians duty, keeping a Christian in his station, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, vvg dt njp p-acp po31 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1065 and in the paths of holiness, under the most cross and thwarting Providences, in the most dark and gloomy days, and in the paths of holiness, under the most cross and thwarting Providences, in the most dark and gloomy days, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j-vvg n2, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1066 and the greatest confusions we see in the world. and the greatest confusions we see in the world. cc dt js n2 pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1068 every Ship of burthen, that goeth to Sea, hath a Ballast of stones, or sand, or some weighty thing, which keeps it even upon the waters; every Ship of burden, that Goes to Sea, hath a Ballast of stones, or sand, or Some weighty thing, which keeps it even upon the waters; d n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz p-acp n1, vhz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1, cc d j n1, r-crq vvz pn31 av p-acp dt n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1069 if in a storm this Ballast starts, so as it is thrown on one side, if in a storm this Ballast starts, so as it is thrown on one side, cs p-acp dt n1 d n1 vvz, av c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp crd n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 56
1070 and gives not a just poise to the Ship, there is a great danger of a wrack, the Ship presently lyes all on one side. and gives not a just poise to the Ship, there is a great danger of a wrack, the Ship presently lies all on one side. cc vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 av-j vvz d p-acp crd n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1071 Faith now is this Ballast, active patience, or waiting for God in a storm of Providence, is that which keepeth the soul poised; Faith now is this Ballast, active patience, or waiting for God in a storm of Providence, is that which Keepeth the soul poised; n1 av vbz d n1, j n1, cc vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 vvn; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1072 if this Ballast starts, there's great danger of the souls being overwhelmed. if this Ballast starts, there's great danger of the Souls being overwhelmed. cs d n1 vvz, pc-acp|vbz j n1 pp-f dt n2 vbg vvn. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1073 Now this Doctrine of Providence, and the extent of it to all motions, actions, to all suspensions, omissions, Now this Doctrine of Providence, and the extent of it to all motions, actions, to all suspensions, omissions, av d n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2, n2, p-acp d n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1074 and cessations of actions, to all events, and future contingencies, sheweth us the duty and reasonableness of this patient waiting. Is there a storm, a whirlwind, and cessations of actions, to all events, and future contingencies, shows us the duty and reasonableness of this patient waiting. Is there a storm, a whirlwind, cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2, cc j-jn n2, vvz pno12 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j vvg. vbz a-acp dt n1, dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1075 an hurricane of political motions in the world? It lets us know that God is in that storm, God is in that whirlwind, that hurricane is not without the Lord, an hurricane of political motions in the world? It lets us know that God is in that storm, God is in that whirlwind, that hurricane is not without the Lord, dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1? pn31 vvz pno12 vvi cst np1 vbz p-acp d n1, np1 vbz p-acp d n1, cst n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1076 and God is not out of it. If the Enemies of the People of God could raise a storm without the Lord, and God is not out of it. If the Enemies of the People of God could raise a storm without the Lord, cc np1 vbz xx av pp-f pn31. cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1077 or when they have raised it shut God out of the Governance of it, it were something; or when they have raised it shut God out of the Governance of it, it were something; cc c-crq pns32 vhb vvn pn31 vvd np1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbdr pi; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1078 but they can do none of this: but they can do none of this: cc-acp pns32 vmb vdi pix pp-f d: (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1079 we can have no confidence in them, in the goodness of their natures, or their designs; we can have no confidence in them, in the Goodness of their nature's, or their designs; pns12 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1080 but we may be confident of God, and wait for him. I compared Providence before, to a man of business, that seldom keeps a road; but we may be confident of God, and wait for him. I compared Providence before, to a man of business, that seldom keeps a road; cc-acp pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31. pns11 vvd n1 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst av vvz dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1081 but ever and anon turns out this way, and that way, as his variety of business leads him; but ever and anon turns out this Way, and that Way, as his variety of business leads him; cc-acp av cc av vvz av d n1, cc d n1, c-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1082 those that will bear such a man company home, must ever and anon wait for him, those that will bear such a man company home, must ever and anon wait for him, d cst vmb vvi d dt n1 n1 av-an, vmb av cc av vvb p-acp pno31, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1083 while he turneth out of his road. while he turns out of his road. cs pns31 vvz av pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1084 Let this Doctrine of Providence have this kind influence upon your souls, to make you to wait upon God, Let this Doctrine of Providence have this kind influence upon your Souls, to make you to wait upon God, vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vhb d j n1 p-acp po22 n2, pc-acp vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1085 whiles he hideth himself from the house of Jacob, and to look for him. It is good to wait upon God; while he Hideth himself from the house of Jacob, and to look for him. It is good to wait upon God; cs pns31 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1086 for none yet that ever waited upon him, returned ashamed; for none yet that ever waited upon him, returned ashamed; c-acp pix av cst av vvd p-acp pno31, vvd j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1087 it is your duty to wait upon God, he is a great Soveraign, he hath required this homage from your souls. it is your duty to wait upon God, he is a great Sovereign, he hath required this homage from your Souls. pn31 vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt j n-jn, pns31 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp po22 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1088 It is reasonable you should wait on him; It is reasonable you should wait on him; pn31 vbz j pn22 vmd vvi p-acp pno31; (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1089 for you may be sure he is in every storm, in every hurricane, seeing it, working by it, governing of it. for you may be sure he is in every storm, in every hurricane, seeing it, working by it, governing of it. c-acp pn22 vmb vbi j pns31 vbz p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, vvg pn31, vvg p-acp pn31, vvg pp-f pn31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 121 Page 57
1090 4. This Doctrine of a Divine Providence, sheweth the reasonableness of a passive patience, or submission to, 4. This Doctrine of a Divine Providence, shows the reasonableness of a passive patience, or submission to, crd d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp, (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1093 and inconsiderable a bird as it is) falleth to the ground without our heavenly Father. and inconsiderable a bird as it is) falls to the ground without our heavenly Father. cc j dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz) vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1094 It is true, while we are in the world, we are in the midst of briars and thorns; It is true, while we Are in the world, we Are in the midst of briers and thorns; pn31 vbz j, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1095 subjected to a thousand accidents, which are afflictive to us, afflictions in our bodies, troubles in our spirits, crosses in our relations, subjected to a thousand accidents, which Are afflictive to us, afflictions in our bodies, Troubles in our spirits, Crosses in our relations, vvn p-acp dt crd n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp pno12, n2 p-acp po12 n2, n2 p-acp po12 n2, n2 p-acp po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1096 and in our affairs in the world; and no affliction is joyous, but grievous. It is the great effect of Faith to make us glory in tribulations. But certainly, and in our affairs in the world; and no affliction is joyous, but grievous. It is the great Effect of Faith to make us glory in tribulations. But Certainly, cc p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1; cc dx n1 vbz j, cc-acp j. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 n1 p-acp n2. cc-acp av-j, (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 57
1097 although this Doctrine of Providence doth not shew us a sufficient ground to glory in tribulations, which is an exercise of grace most proper in such Tribulations, although this Doctrine of Providence does not show us a sufficient ground to glory in tribulations, which is an exercise of grace most proper in such Tribulations, cs d n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi pno12 dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av-ds j p-acp d n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1098 as we suffer for the name of Christ; as we suffer for the name of christ; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1099 as the Apostles went away rejoycing, that they were thought worthy to suffer any thing for the name of Christ. as the Apostles went away rejoicing, that they were Thought worthy to suffer any thing for the name of christ. c-acp dt n2 vvd av vvg, cst pns32 vbdr vvn j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1100 But surely the consideration of this Doctrine of Gods Influence upon all events, all motions, all actions, &c. of his Creatures, sheweth us a great reason why we should be submissive and patient, possessing our souls with patience under the most afflictive contingencies of this life. But surely the consideration of this Doctrine of God's Influence upon all events, all motions, all actions, etc. of his Creatures, shows us a great reason why we should be submissive and patient, possessing our Souls with patience under the most afflictive contingencies of this life. cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n2, d n2, d n2, av pp-f po31 n2, vvz pno12 dt j n1 c-crq pns12 vmd vbi j cc j, vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1101 I remember Rabshakeh would not have the men of Hierusalem think that he was come out without God against that place. I Remember Rabshakeh would not have the men of Jerusalem think that he was come out without God against that place. pns11 vvb vvi vmd xx vhi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb cst pns31 vbds vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1102 Is affliction come upon thee? Are crosses in thy estate, in thy relations, come upon thee? Think not that any of them are come upon thee without God; Is affliction come upon thee? are Crosses in thy estate, in thy relations, come upon thee? Think not that any of them Are come upon thee without God; vbz n1 vvn p-acp pno21? vbr n2 p-acp po21 n1, p-acp po21 n2, vvb p-acp pno21? vvb xx d d pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1103 the hand of God is in this sickness, in this pain, in this depriving of thee of thy near relations; the hand of God is in this sickness, in this pain, in this depriving of thee of thy near relations; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp d vvg pp-f pno21 pp-f po21 j n2; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1104 in this poverty that hath overtaken thee like an armed man. in this poverty that hath overtaken thee like an armed man. p-acp d n1 cst vhz vvn pno21 av-j dt j-vvn n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1105 None of these things are come upon thee without God, 1. Willing them. 2. Nor without God influencing them, ordering the causes of them: None of these things Are come upon thee without God, 1. Willing them. 2. Nor without God influencing them, ordering the Causes of them: pix pp-f d n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp np1, crd vvg pno32. crd ccx p-acp np1 vvg pno32, vvg dt n2 pp-f pno32: (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1106 now if we do but consider the wisdom and infinite goodness of this God; now if we do but Consider the Wisdom and infinite Goodness of this God; av cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f d np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1107 if we do but look upon him, as our Father, how cogently doth the Apostle speak, Heb. 12.10, 11. Furthermore, we have had fathers of our flesh, which corrected us, and we gave them reverence: if we do but look upon him, as our Father, how cogently does the Apostle speak, Hebrew 12.10, 11. Furthermore, we have had Father's of our Flesh, which corrected us, and we gave them Reverence: cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp po12 n1, c-crq av-j vdz dt n1 vvb, np1 crd, crd av, pns12 vhb vhn n2 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvd pno12, cc pns12 vvd pno32 n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1108 Shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the father of our spirits, and live? For they verily for a few days, chastened us after their own pleasure: Shall we not much rather be in subjection unto the father of our spirits, and live? For they verily for a few days, chastened us After their own pleasure: vmb pns12 xx av-d av vbb p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc vvi? p-acp pns32 av-j p-acp dt d n2, vvn pno12 p-acp po32 d n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1109 but he for our profit, that we might be made partakers of his holiness. but he for our profit, that we might be made partakers of his holiness. cc-acp pns31 p-acp po12 n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1110 How many arguments are there in two verses to perswade us to this submissive patience? The main argument is from our reverent subjection to the Fathers of our flesh. How many Arguments Are there in two Verses to persuade us to this submissive patience? The main argument is from our reverend subjection to the Father's of our Flesh. q-crq d n2 vbr a-acp p-acp crd n2 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp d j n1? dt j n1 vbz p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1350 he loatheth and abhorreth it, and calleth to have it taken away out of his sight, he Loathes and abhorreth it, and calls to have it taken away out of his sighed, pns31 vvz cc vvz pn31, cc vvz pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn av av pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1111 Hence the Apostle concludes, that we ought much rather to be subject to the Father of our Spirits. 1. They were but the Fathers of our flesh: he the Father of our spirits. Hence the Apostle concludes, that we ought much rather to be Subject to the Father of our Spirits. 1. They were but the Father's of our Flesh: he the Father of our spirits. av dt n1 vvz, cst pns12 vmd d av pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. crd pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1: pns31 dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1112 2. They chastened us after their own pleasure, but he for our profit. 2. They chastened us After their own pleasure, but he for our profit. crd pns32 vvn pno12 p-acp po32 d n1, cc-acp pns31 p-acp po12 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1113 But I say here is argument enough, God is in the affliction, It is the Lord (said that good man) let him do what seemeth to him good. But I say Here is argument enough, God is in the affliction, It is the Lord (said that good man) let him do what seems to him good. cc-acp pns11 vvb av vbz n1 av-d, np1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt n1 (vvd cst j n1) vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz p-acp pno31 j. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1114 Nothing can seem good to God to bring upon his people, but what truly and really is for their good; Nothing can seem good to God to bring upon his people, but what truly and really is for their good; np1 vmb vvi j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp q-crq av-j cc av-j vbz p-acp po32 j; (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1115 he cannot but give good things, dispense and deal out good things unto his people: submit your selves therefore unto God, under his severest Dispensations. he cannot but give good things, dispense and deal out good things unto his people: submit your selves Therefore unto God, under his Severest Dispensations. pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi j n2, vvb cc vvi av j n2 p-acp po31 n1: vvb po22 n2 av p-acp np1, p-acp po31 js n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 58
1116 Remember he is in the storm and whirlwind. remember he is in the storm and whirlwind. vvb pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 122 Page 59
1117 5. This Doctrine of Providence may convince you of the reasonableness of your duty of Prayer. 1. Daily Prayer. 2. More extraordinary, and solemn Prayer. 5. This Doctrine of Providence may convince you of the reasonableness of your duty of Prayer. 1. Daily Prayer. 2. More extraordinary, and solemn Prayer. crd d n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 pp-f n1. crd j n1. crd av-dc j, cc j n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1118 I say first daily Prayer. Every day is pregnant with new designs. I say First daily Prayer. Every day is pregnant with new designs. pns11 vvb ord j n1. d n1 vbz j p-acp j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1119 The world is a place full of a variety of Beings, and those are in daily motion and action: The world is a place full of a variety of Beings, and those Are in daily motion and actium: dt n1 vbz dt n1 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d vbr p-acp j n1 cc n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1120 hence we are subject to infinite accidents, and as our Saviour saith, Who can tell what a day may bring forth! hence we Are Subject to infinite accidents, and as our Saviour Says, Who can tell what a day may bring forth! av pns12 vbr j-jn p-acp j n2, cc p-acp po12 n1 vvz, r-crq vmb vvi r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi av! (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1121 This speaketh our subjection to ingrateful changes and mutations. This speaks our subjection to ingrateful changes and mutations. d vvz po12 n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1122 Now certainly the same reason that teacheth us, if at any time we have any business of concernment to us (that may (if it goeth for us) be much for our advantage, Now Certainly the same reason that Teaches us, if At any time we have any business of concernment to us (that may (if it Goes for us) be much for our advantage, av av-j dt d n1 cst vvz pno12, cs p-acp d n1 pns12 vhb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 (cst vmb (cs pn31 vvz p-acp pno12) vbb d p-acp po12 n1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1123 if against us, much to our prejudice) to be dispatched in Parliament, or any Court of Judicature; if against us, much to our prejudice) to be dispatched in Parliament, or any Court of Judicature; cs p-acp pno12, av-d p-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1124 to apply our selves to those persons, to whom in those cases we may have access, to intreat them to be our friends, to apply our selves to those Persons, to whom in those cases we may have access, to entreat them to be our Friends, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp ro-crq p-acp d n2 pns12 vmb vhi n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi po12 n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1125 and to lend us their assistance, should also direct us to be as constant and diligent in our Applications unto God by Prayer. We have great concerns in the world every day, the concerns of our lives, our health, our success and prosperity in our affairs, the concerns of all our friends and relations, above all, the concerns of our immortal souls. and to lend us their assistance, should also Direct us to be as constant and diligent in our Applications unto God by Prayer. We have great concerns in the world every day, the concerns of our lives, our health, our success and Prosperity in our affairs, the concerns of all our Friends and relations, above all, the concerns of our immortal Souls. cc pc-acp vvi pno12 po32 n1, vmd av vvi pno12 pc-acp vbi a-acp j cc j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1. pns12 vhb j vvz p-acp dt n1 d n1, dt vvz pp-f po12 n2, po12 n1, po12 n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, dt vvz pp-f d po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp d, dt vvz pp-f po12 j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1126 The good prosperity and welfare, or the evil and mischief of them, all doth very much depend upon the motions and actions of other beings, The good Prosperity and welfare, or the evil and mischief of them, all does very much depend upon the motions and actions of other beings, dt j n1 cc n1, cc dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f pno32, d vdz av av-d vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1127 as well as our own, upon the omissions, cessations, and suspensions of their actions, upon the events, &c. Now you have heard that the great God of Heaven and Earth filleth the world, influenceth all beings, motions, actions, cessations, suspensions, as well as our own, upon the omissions, cessations, and suspensions of their actions, upon the events, etc. Now you have herd that the great God of Heaven and Earth fills the world, influenceth all beings, motions, actions, cessations, suspensions, c-acp av c-acp po12 d, p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n2, av av pn22 vhb vvn d dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz dt n1, vvz d n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1128 or omissions of action, all events; he is ever present, seeing, and considering the matters of the world; or omissions of actium, all events; he is ever present, seeing, and considering the matters of the world; cc n2 pp-f n1, d n2; pns31 vbz av j, vvg, cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1351 as we see in daily experience. as we see in daily experience. c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1129 Will not now Reason evince it to be our duty, to be much in Prayer alone, with our Families, morning and evening, to be crying to God, Prosper thou the works of our hands upon us? Restraint of Prayer from God, argues Atheism in our hearts, either that with the fool in the Psalm, we say in our hearts, There is no God: or else that we say, Tush God, seeth us not, the Almighty doth not regard us. Will not now Reason evince it to be our duty, to be much in Prayer alone, with our Families, morning and evening, to be crying to God, Prosper thou the works of our hands upon us? Restraint of Prayer from God, argues Atheism in our hearts, either that with the fool in the Psalm, we say in our hearts, There is no God: or Else that we say, Tush God, sees us not, the Almighty does not regard us. vmb xx av n1 vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi po12 n1, pc-acp vbi av-d p-acp n1 av-j, p-acp po12 n2, n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp np1, vvb pns21 dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pno12? n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2, av-d cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1: cc av cst pns12 vvb, uh np1, vvz pno12 xx, dt j-jn vdz xx vvi pno12. (9) sermon (DIV3) 123 Page 59
1130 2. But it lets us see the more especial reasonableness of more solemn and earnest Prayer, upon more especial Emergencies. 2. But it lets us see the more especial reasonableness of more solemn and earnest Prayer, upon more especial Emergencies. crd p-acp pn31 vvz pno12 vvi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dc j cc j n1, p-acp av-dc j n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 59
1131 I told you that every day is big of events, and who can tell what any day may, I told you that every day is big of events, and who can tell what any day may, pns11 vvd pn22 d d n1 vbz j pp-f n2, cc r-crq vmb vvi r-crq d n1 vmb, (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 59
1132 or will bring forth? But there are some more especial times, when we have more high and eminent concerns upon some special undertakings, or will bring forth? But there Are Some more especial times, when we have more high and eminent concerns upon Some special undertakings, cc vmb vvi av? p-acp pc-acp vbr d n1 j n2, c-crq pns12 vhb av-dc j cc j vvz p-acp d j n2-vvg, (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1133 or when some eminent danger threateneth us. or when Some eminent danger threateneth us. cc c-crq d j n1 vvz pno12. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1134 In reason here, our sense of a Divine Providence influencing all events, all Beings, all motions and actions, of Beings, In reason Here, our sense of a Divine Providence influencing all events, all Beings, all motions and actions, of Beings, p-acp n1 av, po12 n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg d n2, d n2, d n2 cc n2, pp-f n2, (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1135 and all omissions, cessations, or suspensions of such actions, doth more particularly oblige us, upon the emergency of such affairs, to be more earnest and importunate with God. and all omissions, cessations, or suspensions of such actions, does more particularly oblige us, upon the emergency of such affairs, to be more earnest and importunate with God. cc d n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2, vdz av-dc av-jn vvi pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pc-acp vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp np1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1136 It is the precept of Solomon, Acknowledg him in all thy ways, and he shall direct thy steps. It is the precept of Solomon, Acknowledge him in all thy ways, and he shall Direct thy steps. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno31 p-acp d po21 n2, cc pns31 vmb vvi po21 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1137 And accordingly hath been the practice of the people of God; And accordingly hath been the practice of the people of God; cc av-vvg vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1138 as you see it in the whole story of holy Writ, and is the practice of the people of God still. as you see it in the Whole story of holy Writ, and is the practice of the people of God still. c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j vvn, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1139 Now this Doctrine of Divine Providence justifieth this practice of the children of God, as a very reasonable practice; Now this Doctrine of Divine Providence Justifieth this practice of the children of God, as a very reasonable practice; av d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j j n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1140 and evinceth as daily Prayer, so this more set and solemn prayer to be the reasonable practice of all those that have any knowledg of God, and evinceth as daily Prayer, so this more Set and solemn prayer to be the reasonable practice of all those that have any knowledge of God, cc vvz p-acp j n1, av d dc vvn cc j n1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f d d cst vhb d n1 pp-f np1, (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1141 or any desire to maintain fellowship and communion with him. or any desire to maintain fellowship and communion with him. cc d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (9) sermon (DIV3) 124 Page 60
1142 6. Lastly, As it evinceth the duty and reasonableness, both of daily, and of solemn and extraordinary prayer: 6. Lastly, As it evinceth the duty and reasonableness, both of daily, and of solemn and extraordinary prayer: crd ord, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 cc n1, d pp-f av-j, cc pp-f j cc j n1: (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1143 so it evinceth also the duty, both of daily, and more solemn and extraordinary praises. We have not a good thing happeneth unto us, so it evinceth also the duty, both of daily, and more solemn and extraordinary praises. We have not a good thing Happeneth unto us, av pn31 vvz av dt n1, d pp-f av-j, cc av-dc j cc j n2. pns12 vhb xx dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12, (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1144 but there is an hand of God in it: but there is an hand of God in it: cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31: (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1145 it may be some created Being hath been the instrument to bring it to our hand; it may be Some created Being hath been the Instrument to bring it to our hand; pn31 vmb vbi d vvn vbg vhz vbn dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1146 but the action or motion of that created Being hath been influenced by God. The event or issue hath been ordered, governed and directed by God; but the actium or motion of that created Being hath been influenced by God. The event or issue hath been ordered, governed and directed by God; cc-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d vvn vbg vhz vbn vvn p-acp np1. dt n1 cc n1 vhz vbn vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp np1; (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1147 the hand of God is in every days health and protection, in every nights sleep and preservation. the hand of God is in every days health and protection, in every nights sleep and preservation. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d n2 n1 cc n1, p-acp d ng1 n1 cc n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1148 But this is obvious enough to every Christian, of how mean a capacity soever. I shall therefore add no more to this part of my discourse. But this is obvious enough to every Christian, of how mean a capacity soever. I shall Therefore add no more to this part of my discourse. p-acp d vbz j av-d p-acp d njp, pp-f c-crq j dt n1 av. pns11 vmb av vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1 pp-f po11 n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1149 I have, you see, hitherto proceeded no farther than to prove, That there is a Providence. I have, you see, hitherto proceeded no farther than to prove, That there is a Providence. pns11 vhb, pn22 vvb, av vvd av-dx av-jc cs pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1. (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1150 2. And to shew to you the exceeding great latitude of its objects. 2. And to show to you the exceeding great latitude of its objects. crd cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt j-vvg j n1 pp-f po31 n2. (9) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 60
1151 SERMON V, VI. Heb. I. 3. Psal. XXXVI. 6. — Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. — O Lord! thou preservest man and beast. SERMON V, VI. Hebrew I. 3. Psalm XXXVI. 6. — Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. — Oh Lord! thou preservest man and beast. n1 crd, crd. np1 np1 crd np1 crd. crd — vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. — uh n1! pns21 vv2 n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 125 Page 61
1152 I Have hitherto sh•wed you no more, Than that there is a Divine Providence extensive to all things, influencing all Beings, all motions, and actions of Beings, &c. I am now come to discourse concerning the acts of God, by which he exerciseth this Providential care. I Have hitherto sh•wed you no more, Than that there is a Divine Providence extensive to all things, influencing all Beings, all motions, and actions of Beings, etc. I am now come to discourse Concerning the acts of God, by which he Exerciseth this Providential care. pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 av-dx av-dc, cs cst pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 j p-acp d n2, vvg d n2, d n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, av pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 126 Page 61
1153 Divines do usually reduce all to two Heads. 1. Preservation. 2. Government. Preservation respecteth the creatures Beings; and that in esse tali, in such a kind of Being as he at first created them. Divines doe usually reduce all to two Heads. 1. Preservation. 2. Government. Preservation respecteth the creatures Beings; and that in esse tali, in such a kind of Being as he At First created them. n2-jn n1 av-j vvi d p-acp crd n2. crd n1. crd n1. n1 vvz dt n2 n2; cc cst p-acp fw-la fw-la, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f vbg p-acp pns31 p-acp ord vvn pno32. (10) sermon (DIV3) 126 Page 61
1154 Government properly respecteth the motions or actions of these Beings, or the omissions, suspensions, or cessations of such actions or motions, Government properly respecteth the motions or actions of these Beings, or the omissions, suspensions, or cessations of such actions or motions, n1 av-j vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2, cc dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f d n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 126 Page 61
1155 and the events of the things. The Proposition I shall a little enlarge my self upon, is this, and the events of the things. The Proposition I shall a little enlarge my self upon, is this, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2. dt n1 pns11 vmb dt j vvi po11 n1 p-acp, vbz d, (10) sermon (DIV3) 126 Page 61
1156 Prop. That as the worlds were at first made by the power and word of God, Prop. That as the world's were At First made by the power and word of God, np1 cst p-acp dt n2 vbdr p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 127 Page 61
1157 so they are by the same power and word preserved and upheld. so they Are by the same power and word preserved and upheld. av pns32 vbr p-acp dt d n1 cc n1 vvn cc vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 127 Page 61
1158 The Heathens had some notion of this, as appeareth by their fiction of Atlas, bearing up the world upon his Shoulders. The heathens had Some notion of this, as appears by their fiction of Atlas, bearing up the world upon his Shoulders. dt n2-jn vhd d n1 pp-f d, c-acp vvz p-acp po32 n1 pp-f np1, vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 61
1159 God is the true and only Atlas: the Apostle saith, He upholdeth all things by the word of his Power. God is the true and only Atlas: the Apostle Says, He upholds all things by the word of his Power. np1 vbz dt j cc av-j np1: dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 61
1160 The Psalmist saith, That he preserveth both man and beast. The Psalmist Says, That he Preserveth both man and beast. dt n1 vvz, cst pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 61
1161 You have a recognition of this, in that solemn prayer of the Levites, Neh. 10.6, Thou, even thou, art Lord alone, thou hast made the Heaven, the Heaven of Heavens, with all their host; You have a recognition of this, in that solemn prayer of the Levites, Neh 10.6, Thou, even thou, art Lord alone, thou hast made the Heaven, the Heaven of Heavens, with all their host; pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp cst j n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd, pns21, av pns21, n1 n1 j, pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 61
1162 the earth, and all things that are therein; the sea, and all that is therein, and thou preservest them all. the earth, and all things that Are therein; the sea, and all that is therein, and thou preservest them all. dt n1, cc d n2 cst vbr av; dt n1, cc d cst vbz av, cc pns21 vv2 pno32 d. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 61
1163 Job gives God the glory of this, Job 7.20, I have sinned, and what shall I do unto thee, O thou preserver of man! Job gives God the glory of this, Job 7.20, I have sinned, and what shall I do unto thee, Oh thou preserver of man! np1 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f d, np1 crd, pns11 vhb vvn, cc q-crq vmb pns11 vdi p-acp pno21, uh pns21 n1 pp-f n1! (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1164 But although the upholding, and preservation of the world, the influence of God upon the world, in order to its standing and conservation, be matter of clear and undoubted Revelation, and demonstrable by reason, But although the upholding, and preservation of the world, the influence of God upon the world, in order to its standing and conservation, be matter of clear and undoubted Revelation, and demonstrable by reason, cc-acp cs dt vvg, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg cc n1, vbb n1 pp-f j cc j n1, cc j p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1165 and confessed even by the wiser amongst the Heathens themselves; yet every one possibly doth not sufficiently understand the method and order of Gods sustentation, and preservation of the world: and confessed even by the Wiser among the heathens themselves; yet every one possibly does not sufficiently understand the method and order of God's sustentation, and preservation of the world: cc vvd av p-acp dt jc p-acp dt n2-jn px32; av d pi av-j vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1166 Nor dare I promise you fully to open it to you, and make you to understand it, Nor Dare I promise you Fully to open it to you, and make you to understand it, ccx vvb pns11 vvb pn22 av-j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi pn31, (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1167 for how little a portion of his ways do we know? But something I will speak in particular. for how little a portion of his ways do we know? But something I will speak in particular. c-acp c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vdb pns12 vvi? p-acp pi pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1168 I hope it may be of further use to you, not only to expound Gods works, I hope it may be of further use to you, not only to expound God's works, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi pp-f jc n1 p-acp pn22, xx av-j pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1169 but to make you understand how wonderfully we are preserved, and what a necessity there is of the Divine hand to uphold our souls in life, but to make you understand how wonderfully we Are preserved, and what a necessity there is of the Divine hand to uphold our Souls in life, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb c-crq av-j pns12 vbr vvn, cc q-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1170 and us in any state of well-being. Only let me first premise two or three things. and us in any state of well-being. Only let me First premise two or three things. cc pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. j vvb pno11 ord n1 crd cc crd n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 128 Page 62
1171 1. That there is a more common and general preservation of all beings, and a more special preservation of some. 1. That there is a more Common and general preservation of all beings, and a more special preservation of Some. crd cst pc-acp vbz dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f d. (10) sermon (DIV3) 129 Page 62
1172 2. That there is a preservation common both to man and beast, and a preservation more peculiar to man; 2. That there is a preservation Common both to man and beast, and a preservation more peculiar to man; crd cst a-acp vbz dt n1 j av-d p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 av-dc j p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 130 Page 62
1173 and yet more special to the people of God, those amongst the sons of men, whom God hath set apart for himself. and yet more special to the people of God, those among the Sons of men, whom God hath Set apart for himself. cc av av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn av p-acp px31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 130 Page 62
1174 3. That there is a preserving Providence, respecting the body and outward man: and a preserving Providence, respecting the inward man. 3. That there is a preserving Providence, respecting the body and outward man: and a preserving Providence, respecting the inward man. crd cst pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg n1, vvg dt n1 cc j n1: cc dt vvg n1, vvg dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 131 Page 62
1175 4. That as to man he is considerable in a threefold capacity. 1. In his personal capacity, as a reasonable creature, endued with all the powers and faculties of vegetive and sensitive creatures: and further, with several powers, 4. That as to man he is considerable in a threefold capacity. 1. In his personal capacity, as a reasonable creature, endued with all the Powers and faculties of vegetive and sensitive creatures: and further, with several Powers, crd cst c-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1. crd p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j cc j n2: cc av-jc, p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 132 Page 62
1176 and faculties suited to his reasonable nature. 2. In his Political capacity, as he makes up a member of a Kingdom, and faculties suited to his reasonable nature. 2. In his Political capacity, as he makes up a member of a Kingdom, cc n2 vvn p-acp po31 j n1. crd p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 132 Page 62
1177 or civil society. 3. In his Ecclesiastical capacity, as in society with others he makes up that body of people which is called the church of God. God preserveth him in all these capacities; or civil society. 3. In his Ecclesiastical capacity, as in society with Others he makes up that body of people which is called the Church of God. God Preserveth him in all these capacities; cc j n1. crd p-acp po31 j n1, a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn pns31 vvz a-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vvz pno31 p-acp d d n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 132 Page 62
1178 of which (when I come to it) I shall speak more particularly, and distinctly. of which (when I come to it) I shall speak more particularly, and distinctly. pp-f r-crq (c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn31) pns11 vmb vvi av-dc av-j, cc av-j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 132 Page 62
1179 I shall lay down several conclusions. I shall lay down several conclusions. pns11 vmb vvi a-acp j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 133 Page 62
1180 The first of which shall be more general and extensive to such creatures as have meerly being, and no life. The First of which shall be more general and extensive to such creatures as have merely being, and no life. dt ord pp-f r-crq vmb vbi av-dc j cc j p-acp d n2 c-acp vhb av-j n1, cc dx n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 133 Page 62
1181 The other will concern living creatures, and amongst them men, as the nobler and more excellent of them. The other will concern living creatures, and among them men, as the Nobler and more excellent of them. dt n-jn vmb vvi vvg n2, cc p-acp pno32 n2, c-acp dt jc cc av-dc j pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV3) 133 Page 62
1182 1. Concl. God by the word of his power upholdeth the Beings, order, and courses of all his creatures; 1. Conclusio God by the word of his power upholds the Beings, order, and courses of all his creatures; crd np1 np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz dt n2, n1, cc n2 pp-f d po31 n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1183 so as not only their natural inclinations, and qualities, and affections, by which they are mutually serviceable to each other, so as not only their natural inclinations, and qualities, and affections, by which they Are mutually serviceable to each other, av c-acp xx av-j po32 j n2, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-j j p-acp d n-jn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1184 and to the upholding of the universe, do not fail, abate, or decay, but so, that their power and opposite qualities work not to the ruin and destruction of the whole. and to the upholding of the universe, do not fail, abate, or decay, but so, that their power and opposite qualities work not to the ruin and destruction of the Whole. cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vdb xx vvi, vvb, cc n1, cc-acp av, cst po32 n1 cc j-jn n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1185 This now to him who will give his thoughts leave to stand upon it, will appear a great and wonderful work of God, This now to him who will give his thoughts leave to stand upon it, will appear a great and wondered work of God, d av p-acp pno31 r-crq vmb vvi po31 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1186 and no less than a wonderful miracle of Divine Providence. and no less than a wondered miracle of Divine Providence. cc dx dc cs dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1187 When God gave a being to the world, and to all the things therein, he indued them all with several qualities, according to his infinite wisdom; When God gave a being to the world, and to all the things therein, he endued them all with several qualities, according to his infinite Wisdom; c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n2 av, pns31 vvd pno32 d p-acp j n2, vvg p-acp po31 j n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1188 he set them in an excellent order, so as they might be mutually subservient one to another, he Set them in an excellent order, so as they might be mutually subservient one to Another, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp pns32 vmd vbi av-j fw-fr pi p-acp n-jn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1189 and all of them to the whole: and all of them to the Whole: cc d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j-jn: (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1190 he did not only make the world, but he fitted and jointed it together, so that one part of it corresponded with the other. 2. He indued them with several qualities, by which they are mutually serviceable each to other. 3. He set the several creatures in their orders and stations, so as they might be best serviceable. he did not only make the world, but he fitted and jointed it together, so that one part of it corresponded with the other. 2. He endued them with several qualities, by which they Are mutually serviceable each to other. 3. He Set the several creatures in their order and stations, so as they might be best serviceable. pns31 vdd xx av-j vvi dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvn cc vvn pn31 av, av d crd n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp dt n-jn. crd pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-j j d p-acp n-jn. crd pns31 vvd dt j n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av c-acp pns32 vmd vbi av-js j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1191 Now, I say, the Providence of God worketh in the preserving of them. 1. By upholding these qualities, and keeping them in this order, that they do not dislocate and fall out of joint, Now, I say, the Providence of God works in the preserving of them. 1. By upholding these qualities, and keeping them in this order, that they do not dislocate and fallen out of joint, av, pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32. crd p-acp vvg d n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi av pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1192 but abide both in their station, and in their full vigor and vertue. 2. By keeping them that the qualities in them, which are opposite one to another, but abide both in their station, and in their full vigor and virtue. 2. By keeping them that the qualities in them, which Are opposite one to Another, cc-acp vvb d p-acp po32 n1, cc p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. crd p-acp vvg pno32 cst dt n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr j-jn crd p-acp n-jn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 134 Page 63
1193 and would naturally encline them to a dislocation and falling out of order, yet have no such operation, nor produce any such effect; and would naturally incline them to a dislocation and falling out of order, yet have no such operation, nor produce any such Effect; cc vmd av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av pp-f n1, av vhb dx d n1, ccx vvi d d n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1194 but even inanimate Beings, move and work orderly according to the Creators intention, though they do nothing out of any counsel, choice, or deliberation. but even inanimate Beings, move and work orderly according to the Creators intention, though they do nothing out of any counsel, choice, or deliberation. p-acp av j n2, vvb cc vvi av-j vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs pns32 vdb pix av pp-f d n1, n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1195 Let me but illustrate this a little, in the four great Inanimate Bodies of the World; Let me but illustrate this a little, in the four great Inanimate Bodies of the World; vvb pno11 p-acp vvi d dt j, p-acp dt crd j j n2 pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1196 the Heavens, the Air, the Earth, and the mighty Waters. All exceeding great, and vast bodies, the Heavens, the Air, the Earth, and the mighty Waters. All exceeding great, and vast bodies, dt n2, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j n2. d vvg j, cc j n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1197 yet without life, sense, or reason; so as their motions cannot be from reason and counsel of their own. yet without life, sense, or reason; so as their motions cannot be from reason and counsel of their own. av p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; av c-acp po32 n2 vmbx vbi p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1198 The order in which God set these things in the day of Creation was this, The Heavens he placed uppermost, the Air in the midst betwixt them and the Earth. Then he placed the Earth; The order in which God Set these things in the day of Creation was this, The Heavens he placed uppermost, the Air in the midst betwixt them and the Earth. Then he placed the Earth; dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds d, dt n2 pns31 vvd j, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32 cc dt n1. cs pns31 vvd dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1199 and the Seas in the midst, contiguous one to another. In the Heavens he placed Waters, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, all great bodies. and the Seas in the midst, contiguous one to Another. In the Heavens he placed Waters, the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, all great bodies. cc dt n2 p-acp dt n1, j pi p-acp n-jn. p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvd n2, dt n1, dt n1, dt n2, d j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1200 Now all these bodies have several qualities; Now all these bodies have several qualities; av d d n2 vhb j n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 63
1201 Gravity, or weight, levity, heat, cold, moisture, &c. Who knoweth not that active qualities in creatures are subject to spend, waste, Gravity, or weight, levity, heat, cold, moisture, etc. Who Knoweth not that active qualities in creatures Are Subject to spend, waste, n1, cc n1, n1, n1, j-jn, n1, av q-crq vvz xx d j n2 p-acp n2 vbr j-jn pc-acp vvi, vvb, (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1202 and decay? To instance but in that one body of the Sun, whose great qualities are light and heat: We see candles, and decay? To instance but in that one body of the Sun, whose great qualities Are Light and heat: We see Candles, cc n1? p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp d crd n1 pp-f dt n1, rg-crq j n2 vbr j cc n1: pns12 vvb n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1203 and torches, and fires give light and heat; and Torches, and fires give Light and heat; cc n2, cc n2 vvb j cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1204 but they spend themselves, their light goes out, their heat wastes, and spends it self in a short time. but they spend themselves, their Light Goes out, their heat wastes, and spends it self in a short time. cc-acp pns32 vvb px32, po32 n1 vvz av, po32 n1 vvz, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1286 Now as to this, the Providence of God is eminently seen in three things instanced in, in this second Conclusion. Now as to this, the Providence of God is eminently seen in three things instanced in, in this second Conclusion. av c-acp p-acp d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp crd n2 vvn p-acp, p-acp d ord n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1205 How is it that it is not so with the Sun, and the Stars, but from the power of God that upholds these qualities, that they neither waste nor abate from their continual motion? The candle is fed from the tallow, and wax; How is it that it is not so with the Sun, and the Stars, but from the power of God that upholds these qualities, that they neither waste nor abate from their continual motion? The candle is fed from the tallow, and wax; q-crq vbz pn31 cst pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz d n2, cst pns32 dx n1 ccx vvi p-acp po32 j n1? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1206 the torch, and taper from pitch, wax, rozin, and other combustible matter; when that fails, it expireth. the torch, and taper from pitch, wax, rozin, and other combustible matter; when that fails, it expireth. dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc j-jn j n1; c-crq cst vvz, pn31 vvz. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1207 Whence is the Sun, Moon, and Stars fed? but from the immediate upholding power and hand of God? Again, these great bodies are not indeed so gross, Whence is the Sun, Moon, and Stars fed? but from the immediate upholding power and hand of God? Again, these great bodies Are not indeed so gross, q-crq vbz dt n1, n1, cc n2 vvn? cc-acp p-acp dt j vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? av, d j n2 vbr xx av av j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1208 and heavy, as mere sublunary and terrene bodies are; and heavy, as mere sublunary and terrene bodies Are; cc j, c-acp j j cc j n2 vbr; (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1209 but yet, they must not be denied something of weight, especially the Waters in the Heavens. but yet, they must not be denied something of weight, especially the Waters in the Heavens. cc-acp av, pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn pi pp-f n1, av-j dt n2 p-acp dt n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1210 We know weight and heaviness is of the nature of Water; yea, of that Water which falleth from Heaven: We know weight and heaviness is of the nature of Water; yea, of that Water which falls from Heaven: pns12 vvb n1 cc n1 vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; uh, pp-f d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1211 how come the Clouds which are a thin body, to contain and restrain it, and keep it as in bottles? how come those vast bodies of Water to be contained in the thin body of the Clouds, how come the Clouds which Are a thin body, to contain and restrain it, and keep it as in bottles? how come those vast bodies of Water to be contained in the thin body of the Clouds, c-crq vvb dt n2 r-crq vbr dt j n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, cc vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp n2? q-crq vvb d j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1212 and to diffuse themselves so gradually upon the Earth? and to diffuse themselves so gradually upon the Earth? cc pc-acp vvi px32 av av-jn p-acp dt n1? (10) sermon (DIV3) 135 Page 64
1213 2. Let us look upon the Air, from the agitation of which proceed the great and boisterous stormy winds. 2. Let us look upon the Air, from the agitation of which proceed the great and boisterous stormy winds. crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq vvb dt j cc j j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1214 The Air is cold, and moist, only heated and warmed from the Sun: The Air is cold, and moist, only heated and warmed from the Sun: dt n1 vbz j-jn, cc j, av-j vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1215 how comes it to pass, that it is not in that continual agitation, which we see it in sometimes? sometimes we hardly discern it moved at all, sometimes more violently, how comes it to pass, that it is not in that continual agitation, which we see it in sometime? sometime we hardly discern it moved At all, sometime more violently, q-crq vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp d j n1, r-crq pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp av? av pns12 av vvi pn31 vvd p-acp d, av av-dc av-j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1216 and that sometimes from one quarter, sometimes from another; and that sometime from one quarter, sometime from Another; cc cst av p-acp crd n1, av p-acp j-jn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1217 is this a natural, a meer natural motion? then it is necessary, and would be uniform: is this a natural, a mere natural motion? then it is necessary, and would be uniform: vbz d dt j, dt j j n1? cs pn31 vbz j, cc vmd vbi j: (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1218 so we see it is not. so we see it is not. av pns12 vvb pn31 vbz xx. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1219 Who can give a reason sufficient to satisfie an inquisitive Philosopher, of the heat and cold in the Air in several Countrys, Who can give a reason sufficient to satisfy an inquisitive Philosopher, of the heat and cold in the Air in several Countries, q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 j pc-acp vvi dt j n1, pp-f dt n1 cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1220 nay, in our own Country? or a sufficient reason of drought and moisture in the Air? whence is it think you, that it is not always dry, nor always moist; nay, in our own Country? or a sufficient reason of drought and moisture in the Air? whence is it think you, that it is not always dry, nor always moist; uh-x, p-acp po12 d n1? cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1? q-crq vbz pn31 vvb pn22, cst pn31 vbz xx av j, ccx av j; (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1221 not always stormy, nor always calm, none of which would suit the conservation of the world, not always stormy, nor always Cam, none of which would suit the conservation of the world, xx av j, ccx av j-jn, pix pp-f r-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 64
1222 but from Gods upholding those qualities in those bodies which influence it, and by which these things are caused? so that unless when the ordinary Providence of God is not withheld from the creatures, in some particular places, but from God's upholding those qualities in those bodies which influence it, and by which these things Are caused? so that unless when the ordinary Providence of God is not withheld from the creatures, in Some particular places, cc-acp p-acp n2 vvg d n2 p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 pn31, cc p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr vvn? av cst cs c-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n2, p-acp d j n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1223 for the chastisement of the wickedness of them that dwell therein. The Air keeps its motion, and courses: for the chastisement of the wickedness of them that dwell therein. The Air keeps its motion, and courses: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb av. dt n1 vvz po31 n1, cc n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1224 the winds their courses, for the preservation of our bodies, and the advantage of humane affairs. the winds their courses, for the preservation of our bodies, and the advantage of humane affairs. dt n2 po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1287 1. God provideth it for them. All Vegetables; 1. God Provideth it for them. All Vegetables; crd np1 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32. d n2-jn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 67
1225 God, I say, by a daily providence upholds these Beings to those motions, and measures of motion, which he at first set for them, in order to keeping the World in joint. God, I say, by a daily providence upholds these Beings to those motions, and measures of motion, which he At First Set for them, in order to keeping the World in joint. np1, pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j n1 vvz d n2 p-acp d n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 p-acp ord vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1226 The Air putrifieth not, nor groweth infectious; The Air putrefieth not, nor grows infectious; dt n1 vvz xx, ccx vvz j; (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1227 the Winds sometimes blow, sometimes are still, &c. The Psalmist giveth God the great glory of his Providence, in this particular, very plentifully. the Winds sometime blow, sometime Are still, etc. The Psalmist gives God the great glory of his Providence, in this particular, very plentifully. dt n2 av vvi, av vbr j, av dt n1 vvz np1 dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d j, av av-j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1228 He raiseth the stormy winds, Psalm 107. v. 25. He walketh upon the wings of the wind, Psalm 104.3. He bringeth the winds out of his treasures, Psalm 133.7. He causeth his winds to blow, Psalm 147.18. The stormy winds fulfil his word, Psalm 148.8. The Heathens had such a sense of the Necessity of a Divine Providence to rule this Creature, that they devised a God on purpose (whom they called Aeolus ) whom they feigned to have a care and dominion over them: He Raiseth the stormy winds, Psalm 107. v. 25. He walks upon the wings of the wind, Psalm 104.3. He brings the winds out of his treasures, Psalm 133.7. He Causes his winds to blow, Psalm 147.18. The stormy winds fulfil his word, Psalm 148.8. The heathens had such a sense of the Necessity of a Divine Providence to Rule this Creature, that they devised a God on purpose (whom they called Aeolus) whom they feigned to have a care and dominion over them: pns31 vvz dt j n2, n1 crd n1 crd pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd. pns31 vvz dt n2 av pp-f po31 n2, n1 crd. pns31 vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi, n1 crd. dt j n2 vvi po31 n1, n1 crd. dt n2-jn vhd d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 (r-crq pns32 vvd np1) r-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1229 and the Poet saith, That if he did not, they would confound Heaven, and Earth. 3. From the Air let us come to the Earth, a great and vast body. and the Poet Says, That if he did not, they would confound Heaven, and Earth. 3. From the Air let us come to the Earth, a great and vast body. cc dt n1 vvz, cst cs pns31 vdd xx, pns32 vmd vvi n1, cc n1. crd p-acp dt n1 vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 136 Page 65
1230 Job saith, It hangeth upon nothing, Job 26.7, upon nothing but the Almighty power of divine Providence. Job Says, It hangs upon nothing, Job 26.7, upon nothing but the Almighty power of divine Providence. np1 vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp pix, np1 crd, p-acp pix cc-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1231 It hangeth in the midst of the Air, and that upon nothing God did hang it there, in the day of Creation: It hangs in the midst of the Air, and that upon nothing God did hang it there, in the day of Creation: pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst p-acp pix n1 vdd vvi pn31 a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1232 the Seas are contiguous to it, both of them make but one Globe, or round body of a great weight. the Seas Are contiguous to it, both of them make but one Globe, or round body of a great weight. dt n2 vbr j p-acp pn31, d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp crd n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1233 We see it is of the nature of weighty Bodies to incline and press downward. We see it is of the nature of weighty Bodies to incline and press downward. pns12 vvb pn31 vbz pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1234 Suppose God did at first hang it there, What is it keeps it there? We should conclude it a great Miracle, not to be effected by other than a divine Power, to see but a great stone, Suppose God did At First hang it there, What is it keeps it there? We should conclude it a great Miracle, not to be effected by other than a divine Power, to see but a great stone, vvb np1 vdd p-acp ord vvi pn31 a-acp, q-crq vbz pn31 vvz pn31 a-acp? pns12 vmd vvi pn31 dt j n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n-jn cs dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1235 or Canon-bullet hang in the air; or Canon-bullet hang in the air; cc n1 vvb p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1236 how would a whole City come out, and be astonished at so great a sight? especially, how would a Whole city come out, and be astonished At so great a sighed? especially, q-crq vmd dt j-jn n1 vvb av, cc vbi vvn p-acp av j dt n1? av-j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1237 if it should hang there a month, or a year, or any considerable proportion of time. if it should hang there a Monn, or a year, or any considerable proportion of time. cs pn31 vmd vvi a-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc d j n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1238 But who sufficiently contemplateth this great sight? Who thinks on the immense weight of the Earth, But who sufficiently contemplateth this great sighed? Who thinks on the immense weight of the Earth, p-acp r-crq av-j vvz d j n1? q-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1239 and the Seas, hanging in the midst of the thin body of the air? Let the Atheists of this generation come near, and see this great sight! and the Seas, hanging in the midst of the thin body of the air? Let the Atheists of this generation come near, and see this great sighed! cc dt n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1? vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvb av-j, cc vvi d j n1! (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1240 If there be no God, or if this God exerciseth no Providence in the upholding and governing created Beings: If there be no God, or if this God Exerciseth no Providence in the upholding and governing created Beings: cs pc-acp vbb dx n1, cc cs d np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt vvg cc vvg vvn n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 65
1241 How cometh the Earth to hang upon nothing? or how doth it abide one day in that station? Let any of them in an open field climb up, How comes the Earth to hang upon nothing? or how does it abide one day in that station? Let any of them in an open field climb up, q-crq vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pix? cc q-crq vdz pn31 vvi crd n1 p-acp d n1? vvb d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt j n1 vvi a-acp, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1242 and hang up a Cannon-bullet so if they can. and hang up a Cannon-bullet so if they can. cc vvb a-acp dt n1 av cs pns32 vmb. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1243 I know the Philosophers tell us, it is in its Center, and every thing naturally rests there. I know the Philosophers tell us, it is in its Centre, and every thing naturally rests there. pns11 vvb dt n2 vvb pno12, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc d n1 av-j vvz a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1244 The Poet tells us, That Ponderibus librata suis. But this is all but an idle and an impertinent muffling us with unintelligible terms: The Poet tells us, That Ponderibus librata suis. But this is all but an idle and an impertinent muffling us with unintelligible terms: dt n1 vvz pno12, cst fw-la fw-la fw-la. p-acp d vbz d p-acp dt j cc dt j vvg pno12 p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1245 for what do they mean by the center of things, the center of the Heavens, or the center of the Earth, for what do they mean by the centre of things, the centre of the Heavens, or the centre of the Earth, p-acp r-crq vdb pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1246 or of the Waters, unless they understand the place which God ordained for them, or wherein God fixed them in Creation? in that they abide, or of the Waters, unless they understand the place which God ordained for them, or wherein God fixed them in Creation? in that they abide, cc pp-f dt n2, cs pns32 vvb dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc c-crq np1 vvd pno32 p-acp n1? p-acp cst pns32 vvb, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1247 and we say, there Providence keepeth them. and we say, there Providence Keepeth them. cc pns12 vvb, a-acp n1 vvz pno32. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1248 Let them try if the art of all the men in the World can so poise a great weight in the air, that it shall not fall, Let them try if the art of all the men in the World can so poise a great weight in the air, that it shall not fallen, vvb pno32 vvi cs dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vmb av vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pn31 vmb xx vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1249 but abide hanging there any considerable time. but abide hanging there any considerable time. cc-acp vvi vvg a-acp d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 137 Page 66
1250 4. Lastly, let us view the great body of the Waters, in continual flux and reflux; 4. Lastly, let us view the great body of the Waters, in continual flux and reflux; crd ord, vvb pno12 vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp j n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1251 whether they be placed higher than the Earth, is a little question: whither they be placed higher than the Earth, is a little question: cs pns32 vbb vvn jc cs dt n1, vbz dt j n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1252 But suppose they be not, certain it is, that the winds oft raise them much higher than the Earth: But suppose they be not, certain it is, that the winds oft raise them much higher than the Earth: cc-acp vvb pns32 vbb xx, j pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 av vvi pno32 av-d av-jc cs dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1253 they are of a fluid Nature, of a great weight, in continual motion; they Are of a fluid Nature, of a great weight, in continual motion; pns32 vbr pp-f dt j-jn n1, pp-f dt j n1, p-acp j n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1254 whence is it that they do not drown the World, or at least a great part of it? It is a matter of demonstration, that in many places, they rise higher every side than the Earth next adjacent to them: whence is it that they do not drown the World, or At least a great part of it? It is a matter of demonstration, that in many places, they rise higher every side than the Earth next adjacent to them: q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1, cc p-acp ds dt j n1 pp-f pn31? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb jc d n1 cs dt n1 ord j p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1255 How comes it, that the Sands check them, that in many places, they bring their bridle in their mouth, How comes it, that the Sands check them, that in many places, they bring their bridle in their Mouth, q-crq vvz pn31, cst dt n2 vvb pno32, cst p-acp d n2, pns32 vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1256 an huge quantity of small stones or sands, which make a bank on every side to protect the adjacent Earth against their rage? certainly no reason can be given, an huge quantity of small stones or sands, which make a bank on every side to Pact the adjacent Earth against their rage? Certainly no reason can be given, dt j n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1? av-j dx n1 vmb vbi vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1257 but what the holy servants of God have long since given. but what the holy Servants of God have long since given. cc-acp r-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1 vhb av-j a-acp vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1258 Job 26.10, He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. Job 26.10, He hath compassed the waters with bounds, until the day and night come to an end. np1 crd, pns31 vhz vvn dt n2 p-acp n2, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1259 And Jer. 5.22, He hath placed the sand for a bound to the sea, by a perpetual decree, that it cannot pass. And Jer. 5.22, He hath placed the sand for a bound to the sea, by a perpetual Decree, that it cannot pass. cc np1 crd, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, cst pn31 vmbx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1260 Now suppose such a Decree, these inanimate Creatures obey it not out of election and choice, but being natural Agents, they work and move necessarily according to the affections and inclinations, which God hath created them with. Now suppose such a decree, these inanimate Creatures obey it not out of election and choice, but being natural Agents, they work and move necessarily according to the affections and inclinations, which God hath created them with. av vvb d dt n1, d j n2 vvb pn31 xx av pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp vbg j n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi av-j vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1261 So as the water being fluid, and heavy, would from a necessity of natural working, overflow and drown the Earth, did not God by his Providence continually work, establishing his Decree, So as the water being fluid, and heavy, would from a necessity of natural working, overflow and drown the Earth, did not God by his Providence continually work, establishing his decree, av c-acp dt n1 vbg j-jn, cc j, vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n-vvg, vvb cc vvi dt n1, vdd xx np1 p-acp po31 n1 av-j vvi, vvg po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1262 and seeing to the execution of it; and seeing to the execution of it; cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1263 and to that end governing these inanimate Creatures, contrary to their natural inclinations, that the World may be kept in order, knitted and jointed together; and to that end governing these inanimate Creatures, contrary to their natural inclinations, that the World may be kept in order, knitted and jointed together; cc p-acp d n1 vvg d j n2, j-jn p-acp po32 j n2, cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, vvn cc vvd av; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1264 and the qualities and affections of one creature may not work to the ruin and prejudice of another, and the qualities and affections of one creature may not work to the ruin and prejudice of Another, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f crd n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n-jn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 66
1266 And thus I have opened to you my first Conclusion, shewing you the Method and order of Gods working in the preservation of his creatures: And thus I have opened to you my First Conclusion, showing you the Method and order of God's working in the preservation of his creatures: cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 po11 ord n1, vvg pn22 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1267 in their beings, stations, and orders; and in upholding the useful qualities of them, that they do not waste or decay; in their beings, stations, and order; and in upholding the useful qualities of them, that they do not waste or decay; p-acp po32 n2, n2, cc n2; cc p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1268 and the restraining and governing of their opposite qualities, that they shall not work according to their natural tendencies and inclinations to destroy the World, and the restraining and governing of their opposite qualities, that they shall not work according to their natural tendencies and inclinations to destroy the World, cc dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 j-jn n2, cst pns32 vmb xx vvi vvg p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1269 or spoil the beauty, comeliness, and order of it. Nor do they transgress, but upon Gods withdrawing this Providence, this ordinary Providence. or spoil the beauty, comeliness, and order of it. Nor do they transgress, but upon God's withdrawing this Providence, this ordinary Providence. cc vvi dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. ccx vdb pns32 vvi, cc-acp p-acp n2 vvg d n1, d j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1270 Whence come inundations of Waters, infections in the Air, strange motions of Celestial bodies in some places, Whence come inundations of Waters, infections in the Air, strange motions of Celestial bodies in Some places, q-crq vvb n2 pp-f n2, n2 p-acp dt n1, j n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1271 as the just, and wise God at any time, will please to make use of any part of the hosts of his Creatures, to execute his Vengeance; as the just, and wise God At any time, will please to make use of any part of the hosts of his Creatures, to execute his Vengeance; c-acp dt j, cc j np1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1272 either upon particular Persons, Countries, or places. either upon particular Persons, Countries, or places. d p-acp j n2, n2, cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1273 But thus much shall serve to have been spoken for the illustration of the first Conclusion. But thus much shall serve to have been spoken for the illustration of the First Conclusion. p-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1274 The others will respect such creatures, as have life and sense. I proceed to a second. The Others will respect such creatures, as have life and sense. I proceed to a second. dt n2-jn vmb vvi d n2, c-acp vhb n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (10) sermon (DIV3) 138 Page 67
1275 Concl. 2. God preserveth his creatures which have life; or life, and sense; or life, sense, and reason; Conclusio 2. God Preserveth his creatures which have life; or life, and sense; or life, sense, and reason; np1 crd np1 vvz po31 n2 r-crq vhb n1; cc n1, cc n1; cc n1, n1, cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1276 by a daily providing for them food, and nourishment, and directing them to their proper food, by a daily providing for them food, and nourishment, and directing them to their proper food, p-acp dt av-j vvg p-acp pno32 n1, cc n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1277 and an ordinary avoiding of what is noxious, and destructive to their bodies. and an ordinary avoiding of what is noxious, and destructive to their bodies. cc dt j vvg pp-f r-crq vbz j, cc j p-acp po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1278 Of living Creatures there are three orders: 1. Such as have nothing but being and life; Of living Creatures there Are three order: 1. Such as have nothing but being and life; pp-f vvg n2 pc-acp vbr crd n2: crd d c-acp vhb pix cc-acp vbg cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1279 such are Plants, and Herbs. 2. Such as have not only being, and life, but also Sense. such Are Plants, and Herbs. 2. Such as have not only being, and life, but also Sense. d vbr n2, cc n2. crd d c-acp vhb xx av-j vbg, cc n1, cc-acp av n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1280 Such are Birds in the Air; Beasts, and creeping things in the Earth; Fishes in the Sea; Such Are Birds in the Air; Beasts, and creeping things in the Earth; Fish in the Sea; d vbr n2 p-acp dt n1; n2, cc j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1; n2 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1281 Insects, and other creatures, that live on the Earth, and in the Air, which the Birds, and Fowls also do. 3. Such as have not only being, and life, and sense, but also Reason. These are (upon the Earth) only Men, and these only have Bodies. Insects, and other creatures, that live on the Earth, and in the Air, which the Birds, and Fowls also do. 3. Such as have not only being, and life, and sense, but also Reason. These Are (upon the Earth) only Men, and these only have Bodies. vvz, cc j-jn n2, cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n2, cc n2 av vdb. crd d c-acp vhb xx av-j vbg, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp av n1. d vbr (p-acp dt n1) j n2, cc d av-j vhi n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1282 All these creatures having life, and that in a bodily substance: and so being in continual motion, are of mutable perishing, and decaying beings; All these creatures having life, and that in a bodily substance: and so being in continual motion, Are of mutable perishing, and decaying beings; av-d d n2 vhg n1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1: cc av vbg p-acp j n1, vbr pp-f j vvg, cc j-vvg n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1283 and the lapses and decays of their Natures must be daily repaired by nourishment; and the lapses and decays of their Nature's must be daily repaired by nourishment; cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1284 to the taking of which, they are naturally inclined, by the passions of Hunger and Thirst: and by this Nourishment all know that all sorts of creatures are preserved, to the taking of which, they Are naturally inclined, by the passion of Hunger and Thirst: and by this Nourishment all know that all sorts of creatures Are preserved, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq, pns32 vbr av-j vvn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc vvb: cc p-acp d n1 d vvb cst d n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1285 and without this they cannot live. and without this they cannot live. cc p-acp d pns32 vmbx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 139 Page 67
1349 but instead of it, the very sight of it maketh him sick: but instead of it, the very sighed of it makes him sick: cc-acp av pp-f pn31, dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vvz pno31 j: (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1288 Trees, herbs, plants, are nourished by heat and moisture. The moisture is either the natural fatness of the Earth, Trees, herbs, plants, Are nourished by heat and moisture. The moisture is either the natural fatness of the Earth, n2, n2, vvz, vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. dt n1 vbz d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1289 or the adventitious dew of Heaven, or falling of water from thence, either in a more fluid form, which we call Rain; or congealed, as Snow, and Hail. or the adventitious due of Heaven, or falling of water from thence, either in a more fluid from, which we call Rain; or congealed, as Snow, and Hail. cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg pp-f n1 p-acp av, av-d p-acp dt av-dc j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vvb vvi; cc j-vvn, c-acp n1, cc vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1290 The heat is from the Sun. There is a natural moisture in the Earth; The heat is from the Sun. There is a natural moisture in the Earth; dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1291 it is also in part watered from the Springs and fountains of water into it, from the contiguity of the waters to it; it is also in part watered from the Springs and fountains of water into it, from the contiguity of the waters to it; pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp pn31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1292 but we see in a time of drought how all these fail. The Earth is parched, and dry; but we see in a time of drought how all these fail. The Earth is parched, and dry; cc-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq d d n1. dt n1 vbz vvn, cc j; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1293 God reneweth its moisture by showers from Heaven; by Rain, and Snow, and Dew, &c. Moisture alone will feed sew plants, if any. God Reneweth its moisture by showers from Heaven; by Rain, and Snow, and Due, etc. Moisture alone will feed sew plants, if any. np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1; p-acp vvi, cc n1, cc j-jn, av n1 av-j vmb vvi vvi n2, cs d. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1294 They must have heat, as well as moisture; They must have heat, as well as moisture; pns32 vmb vhi n1, c-acp av c-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1295 Some, and the most must have the beams of the Sun, all must have the heat of it diffused through the Air. some, and the most must have the beams of the Sun, all must have the heat of it diffused through the Air. d, cc dt av-ds vmb vhi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1296 Now who is he, who in the Heavens hath set a Tabernacle for the Sun, which as a Bridegroom cometh out of his Chamber, Now who is he, who in the Heavens hath Set a Tabernacle for the Sun, which as a Bridegroom comes out of his Chamber, av q-crq vbz pns31, r-crq p-acp dt ng1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq c-acp dt n1 vvz av pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1297 and rejoyceth as a strong man to run his Race? Is it not Gods? Psalm 19.4, 5. Our Saviour tells us, Matth. 5, He maketh his Sun to shine, and Rejoiceth as a strong man to run his Raze? Is it not God's? Psalm 19.4, 5. Our Saviour tells us, Matthew 5, He makes his Sun to shine, cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? vbz pn31 xx n2? np1 crd, crd po12 n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd, pns31 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1298 and his rain to fall upon the just, and upon the unjust. and his rain to fallen upon the just, and upon the unjust. cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1299 The Heathens lay under so much conviction of this, that their Poets feigned a Chariot of the Sun, which none but their God Phoebus could drive, without burning the World. The heathens lay under so much conviction of this, that their Poets feigned a Chariot of the Sun, which none but their God Phoebus could drive, without burning the World. dt n2-jn vvd p-acp av d n1 pp-f d, cst po32 n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pix p-acp po32 n1 np1 vmd vvi, p-acp vvg dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1300 For the Rain, how plentifully doth the Scripture give unto God the Prerogative of it. Hath the rain a father; For the Rain, how plentifully does the Scripture give unto God the Prerogative of it. Hath the rain a father; p-acp dt n1, c-crq av-j vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31. vhz dt n1 dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1301 or Who begot the drops of dew? Job 38.28, He causeth it to rain upon the earth, 26. He giveth rain, Jer. 5.24. He maketh lightnings with rain, Jer. 10.3; or Who begotten the drops of due? Job 38.28, He Causes it to rain upon the earth, 26. He gives rain, Jer. 5.24. He makes lightnings with rain, Jer. 10.3; cc r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f n1? np1 crd, pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, crd pns31 vvz n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1302 Yea, and none but he can do it, Jer. 14.22. Yea, and none but he can do it, Jer. 14.22. uh, cc pix cc-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31, np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1303 Are there any amongst the vanities of the Gentiles that can cause rain? or can the Heavens give showers? Art not thou he, O Lord our God? therefore will we wait upon thee, are there any among the vanities of the Gentiles that can cause rain? or can the Heavens give showers? Art not thou he, Oh Lord our God? Therefore will we wait upon thee, vbr pc-acp d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j cst vmb vvi n1? cc vmb dt n2 vvb n2? n1 xx pns21 pns31, uh n1 po12 n1? av vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pno21, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1304 for thou hast made all these things. for thou hast made all these things. c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1305 Thus the Lord provideth food for vegetables. The sensitive Creatures are the Birds, and Fowls of the air, the beasts, Thus the Lord Provideth food for vegetables. The sensitive Creatures Are the Birds, and Fowls of the air, the beasts, av dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2-jn. dt j n2 vbr dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1306 and creeping things of the Earth; the Fishes of the Sea: These live partly upon herbs, and plants, and the seed, grain, and fruit of them; and creeping things of the Earth; the Fish of the Sea: These live partly upon herbs, and plants, and the seed, grain, and fruit of them; cc j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1; dt n2 pp-f dt n1: d vvb av p-acp n2, cc n2, cc dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1307 partly upon each other, the greater devouring the lesser. partly upon each other, the greater devouring the lesser. av p-acp d n-jn, dt jc j-vvg dt jc. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1308 God in providing a nourishment for herbs, and plants, provides a nourishment for the most of them; God in providing a nourishment for herbs, and plants, provides a nourishment for the most of them; np1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp n2, cc n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ds pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1309 as also by upholding the procreating virtue of some creatures, he provideth food for others. Man liveth upon the creatures of inferiour order to him; as also by upholding the procreating virtue of Some creatures, he Provideth food for Others. Man lives upon the creatures of inferior order to him; c-acp av p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n2-jn. n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1310 partly upon vegetables, herbs, roots, the fruits of plants; partly upon sensitive creatures. partly upon vegetables, herbs, roots, the fruits of plants; partly upon sensitive creatures. av p-acp n2-jn, n2, n2, dt n2 pp-f n2; av p-acp j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 68
1311 God hath given him a commission to Kill, and Eat. God provideth food for Man, by upholding the budding, germinative, seed-bearing qualities of plants, God hath given him a commission to Kill, and Eat. God Provideth food for Man, by upholding the budding, germinative, seed-bearing qualities of plants, np1 vhz vvn pno31 dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc vvb. np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt j-vvg, j, j n2 pp-f n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 69
1312 and the growing vertues of them, and by upholding the procreative vertue of birds, beasts, fishes, &c. without which those species would fail from the Earth, and the growing Virtues of them, and by upholding the procreative virtue of Birds, beasts, Fish, etc. without which those species would fail from the Earth, cc dt j-vvg n2 pp-f pno32, cc p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, av p-acp r-crq d n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 69
1313 and Man who lives upon them, would perish also, and Man who lives upon them, would perish also, cc n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno32, vmd vvi av, (10) sermon (DIV3) 140 Page 69
1314 2. Secondly, The workings of Divine Providence are seen in directing them to their proper food. 2. Secondly, The workings of Divine Providence Are seen in directing them to their proper food. crd ord, dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr vvn p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1315 Whence is it that each creature knoweth its proper food, and is inclined by its appetite to that only? Let me, Whence is it that each creature Knoweth its proper food, and is inclined by its appetite to that only? Let me, q-crq vbz pn31 cst d n1 vvz po31 j n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d j? vvb pno11, (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1316 as to these two things, shew you how plentifully the Scripture speaketh. as to these two things, show you how plentifully the Scripture speaks. c-acp p-acp d crd n2, vvb pn22 c-crq av-j dt n1 vvz. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1317 God takes the glory of this, Job 38, Wilt thou hunt the prey for the Lion? or fill the appetite for the young Lion? V. 39, Who provideth for the Raven his food? when his young ones cry unto God, God Takes the glory of this, Job 38, Wilt thou hunt the prey for the lion? or fill the appetite for the young lion? V. 39, Who Provideth for the Raven his food? when his young ones cry unto God, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f d, np1 crd, vm2 pns21 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc vvb dt n1 p-acp dt j n1? np1 crd, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 po31 n1? c-crq po31 j pi2 vvi p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1318 when they wander for want of meat? Our Saviour telleth us, Matt. 6.26. That it is God, who feedeth the young Ravens. when they wander for want of meat? Our Saviour Telleth us, Matt. 6.26. That it is God, who feeds the young Ravens. c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n1? po12 n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst pn31 vbz np1, r-crq vvz dt j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1319 The Psalmist giveth God the glory of this, Psalm 104.27, These wait all upon thee, that thou maist give them their meat in due season: The Psalmist gives God the glory of this, Psalm 104.27, These wait all upon thee, that thou Mayest give them their meat in due season: dt n1 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f d, n1 crd, d vvb d p-acp pno21, cst pns21 vm2 vvi pno32 po32 n1 p-acp j-jn n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1320 That which thou givest them they gather, thou openest their hand, they are filled with good. These all wait upon thee: That which thou givest them they gather, thou openest their hand, they Are filled with good. These all wait upon thee: cst r-crq pns21 vv2 pno32 pns32 vvb, pns21 vv2 po32 n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j. d d n1 p-acp pno21: (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1321 Who are these? the wild asses. V. 11, He sendeth the springs into the valleys, which run amongst the hills: Who Are these? the wild asses. V. 11, He sends the springs into the valleys, which run among the hills: q-crq vbr d? dt j n2. np1 crd, pns31 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1322 they give drink to every beast of the field, the wild asses quench their thirst. they give drink to every beast of the field, the wild asses quench their thirst. pns32 vvb n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n2 vvi po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1323 V. 14, He causeth the grass to grow for the Cattel, and herbs for the service of man, that he may bring forth food out of the Earth, V. 14, He Causes the grass to grow for the Cattle, and herbs for the service of man, that he may bring forth food out of the Earth, np1 crd, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi av n1 av pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1324 and wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oyl to make his face to shine, and wine that makes glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, cc n1 cst vvz j dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1325 and bread which strengtheneth mans heart. V. 21, The young Lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God. and bred which strengtheneth men heart. V. 21, The young Lions roar After their prey, and seek their meat from God. cc n1 r-crq vvz ng1 n1. np1 crd, dt j n2 vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1326 V. 30, Thou renewest the face of the Earth. God at first said, Let the earth bring forth grass, Gen. 1.11. He sendeth the grass of the field, Deut. 11.15; He causeth it to grow for the cattel, and herb for the service of man. V. 30, Thou renewest the face of the Earth. God At First said, Let the earth bring forth grass, Gen. 1.11. He sends the grass of the field, Deuteronomy 11.15; He Causes it to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service of man. np1 crd, pns21 vvd2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 p-acp ord vvd, vvb dt n1 vvb av n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd; pns31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1327 He multiplyeth the beasts of the field, the birds, and fowls of the air. He multiplieth the beasts of the field, the Birds, and fowls of the air. pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1328 He leaveth us not without witness, but giveth fruitful times, and seasons, filling the hearts of men with food, and gladness. He Leaveth us not without witness, but gives fruitful times, and seasons, filling the hearts of men with food, and gladness. pns31 vvz pno12 xx p-acp n1, cc-acp vvz j n2, cc n2, vvg dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 141 Page 69
1329 3. From whence is it, but from the influence of God, upon his Creatures, that Creatures universally, 3. From whence is it, but from the influence of God, upon his Creatures, that Creatures universally, crd p-acp c-crq vbz pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n2, cst n2 av-j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 142 Page 69
1330 and ordinarily avoid the eating of such things as would be noxious to them, and many creatures, and ordinarily avoid the eating of such things as would be noxious to them, and many creatures, cc av-j vvi dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 c-acp vmd vbi j p-acp pno32, cc d n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 142 Page 69
1331 if they be distempered, are directed to such things as will cure them? But this is enough to have spoken to the second Conclusion. if they be distempered, Are directed to such things as will cure them? But this is enough to have spoken to the second Conclusion. cs pns32 vbb vvn, vbr vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vmb vvi pno32? p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt ord n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 142 Page 69
1332 3 Concl. Thirdly, God preserveth living Creatures, by upholding those faculties in all living creatures, upon the operations of which their lives are preserved, their species are propagated, 3 Conclusio Thirdly, God Preserveth living Creatures, by upholding those faculties in all living creatures, upon the operations of which their lives Are preserved, their species Are propagated, crd np1 ord, np1 vvz vvg n2, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp d j-vvg n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn, po32 n2 vbr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 143 Page 70
1333 and they are to propagate their species, and to perform those actions which are proper to their several Beings, and natures. and they Are to propagate their species, and to perform those actions which Are proper to their several Beings, and nature's. cc pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp po32 j n2, cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 143 Page 70
1334 To uphold the Creation, as to those things in it which have life, there are divers faculties necessary which must be upheld: To uphold the Creation, as to those things in it which have life, there Are diverse faculties necessary which must be upheld: pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-acp p-acp d n2 p-acp pn31 r-crq vhb n1, pc-acp vbr j n2 j r-crq vmb vbi vvn: (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1335 here are four sorts mentioned in the Conclusion. Let me speak a little to each of them. Here Are four sorts mentioned in the Conclusion. Let me speak a little to each of them. av vbr crd n2 vvn p-acp dt n1. vvb pno11 vvi dt j p-acp d pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1336 It will be of excellent use to convince you of the necessity of a Divine influence, It will be of excellent use to convince you of the necessity of a Divine influence, pn31 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1337 or Providence upon you every moment. 1. The first sort are those: or Providence upon you every moment. 1. The First sort Are those: cc n1 p-acp pn22 d n1. crd dt ord n1 vbr d: (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1338 By which the Beings, the lives, and beings of Creatures are preserved, and encreased to their due proportion. By which the Beings, the lives, and beings of Creatures Are preserved, and increased to their due proportion. p-acp r-crq dt n2, dt n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn, cc vvd p-acp po32 j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1339 These are those which belong to those principal faculties, which the Philosophers calls Facultatem altricem, & auctricem: These Are those which belong to those principal faculties, which the Philosophers calls Facultatem altricem, & auctricem: d vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp d j-jn n2, r-crq dt n2 vvz fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la: (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1340 (I will put them together) and instance in divers particulars. We are craving, changeable creatures, subject to wasts and decays in our beings; (I will put them together) and instance in diverse particulars. We Are craving, changeable creatures, Subject to wasts and decays in our beings; (pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av) cc n1 p-acp j n2-j. pns12 vbr vvg, j n2, j-jn p-acp vvz cc vvz p-acp po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1341 and we must have a Nutritive faculty, or we could not live: The action of this faculty is called Nutrition, or Nourishing. and we must have a Nutritive faculty, or we could not live: The actium of this faculty is called Nutrition, or Nourishing. cc pns12 vmb vhi dt j n1, cc pns12 vmd xx vvi: dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn n1, cc j-vvg. (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1342 Now our nourishing depends upon our food, the change of our food in our stomachs by the natural heat of our stomachs; Now our nourishing depends upon our food, the change of our food in our stomachs by the natural heat of our stomachs; av po12 j-vvg vvz p-acp po12 n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1343 and this dependeth upon several powers, which God hath created in all sensitive creatures; and this dependeth upon several Powers, which God hath created in all sensitive creatures; cc d vvz p-acp j n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d j n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1344 in the upholding of which, the daily Providence of God is wonderfully experienced, although possibly, not so wistly observed, in the upholding of which, the daily Providence of God is wonderfully experienced, although possibly, not so wistly observed, p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn, cs av-j, xx av av vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1345 and considered by us as it ought to be. and considered by us as it ought to be. cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1346 Let me a little awaken you to a due consideration of it, by instancing in several Particulars. Let me a little awaken you to a due consideration of it, by instancing in several Particulars. vvb pno11 dt j vvi pn22 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg p-acp j n2-j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 144 Page 70
1347 1. In the first place, We have a power, a natural power to crave and desire food. 1. In the First place, We have a power, a natural power to crave and desire food. crd p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 vhb dt n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1348 Without an appetite the creature desires no food, can take none, though it be set before him; Without an appetite the creature Desires no food, can take none, though it be Set before him; p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vvz dx n1, vmb vvi pix, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1352 Now I would know by what this faculty is upheld, but by the concourse and daily operation of Providence? I do not intend to divert here into a Philosophical discourse, concerning the causes of a decay of our appetite. Now I would know by what this faculty is upheld, but by the concourse and daily operation of Providence? I do not intend to divert Here into a Philosophical discourse, Concerning the Causes of a decay of our appetite. av pns11 vmd vvi p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1? pns11 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1353 It is sufficient to tell you, that the causes may be various, and the variety of the causes, which may produce such an effect, is sufficient evidence, that nothing but the upholding power of Divine Providence can hinder it. It is sufficient to tell you, that the Causes may be various, and the variety of the Causes, which may produce such an Effect, is sufficient evidence, that nothing but the upholding power of Divine Providence can hinder it. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pn22, cst dt n2 vmb vbi j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, r-crq vmb vvi d dt n1, vbz j n1, cst pix cc-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1354 It is God that must give us our daily food, and it is God that must give us a stomach, or appetite to it; It is God that must give us our daily food, and it is God that must give us a stomach, or appetite to it; pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vvi pno12 po12 j n1, cc pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vvi pno12 dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 70
1355 and the causes are so many which may abate and destroy our appetite, that did not God daily watch over us, and the Causes Are so many which may abate and destroy our appetite, that did not God daily watch over us, cc dt n2 vbr av d r-crq vmb vvi cc vvi po12 n1, cst vdd xx np1 j n1 p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 71
1356 and influence us, as to this very thing, it were an hard thing to conceive, and influence us, as to this very thing, it were an hard thing to conceive, cc n1 pno12, c-acp p-acp d j n1, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 71
1357 how it should keep preserved a few days, much less as it is with many, to very many years. how it should keep preserved a few days, much less as it is with many, to very many Years. c-crq pn31 vmd vvi vvn dt d n2, av-d av-dc p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp d, p-acp av d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 145 Page 71
1358 2. But suppose us to have an appetite (to say nothing of our power to take, 2. But suppose us to have an appetite (to say nothing of our power to take, crd cc-acp vvb pno12 pc-acp vhi dt n1 (pc-acp vvi pix pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1359 and chew, and swallow our food); and chew, and swallow our food); cc vvi, cc vvb po12 n1); (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1360 We see by a daily experience, if we have not a power to digest it; if the natural heat of our stomachs be from any cause abated, We see by a daily experience, if we have not a power to digest it; if the natural heat of our stomachs be from any cause abated, pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1, cs pns12 vhb xx dt n1 p-acp vvb pn31; cs dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 vbb p-acp d n1 vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1361 so as it will not change our food, and this continueth upon us for any time, so as it will not change our food, and this Continueth upon us for any time, av c-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi po12 n1, cc d vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1362 and no remedy can be apportioned to it, the creature dyeth, whether it be man or beast. and no remedy can be apportioned to it, the creature Dies, whither it be man or beast. cc dx n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, dt n1 vvz, cs pn31 vbb n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1363 If the nap of the stomach be but worn off, our bodies soon appear thredbare; we pine away, and presently sink into our graves: If the nap of the stomach be but worn off, our bodies soon appear threadbare; we pine away, and presently sink into our graves: cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb p-acp vvn a-acp, po12 n2 av vvi j; pns12 vvb av, cc av-j vvi p-acp po12 n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1364 by which we learn, that a natural faculty, power, or ability to digest our food, is necessary to the preservation of our beings. by which we Learn, that a natural faculty, power, or ability to digest our food, is necessary to the preservation of our beings. p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cst dt j n1, n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1365 As I said before of the Appetite, so I shall say again of this. As I said before of the Appetite, so I shall say again of this. p-acp pns11 vvd a-acp pp-f dt n1, av pns11 vmb vvi av pp-f d. (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1366 I intend no discourse of the variety of causes, from which such a thing may proceed, I intend no discourse of the variety of Causes, from which such a thing may proceed, pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq d dt n1 vmb vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1367 but the possibility of such a thing, and that as an effect of various causes, evinceth a necessity of a daily influence of God upon us, to uphold this faculty in its vigour and efficacy, which ministreth to our nutrition. but the possibility of such a thing, and that as an Effect of various Causes, evinceth a necessity of a daily influence of God upon us, to uphold this faculty in its vigour and efficacy, which Ministereth to our nutrition. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, cc cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vvz p-acp po12 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 146 Page 71
1368 3. But thirdly, suppose our food taken into our bodies, concocted, and digested in our stomachs that it may nourish the whole body; 3. But Thirdly, suppose our food taken into our bodies, concocted, and digested in our stomachs that it may nourish the Whole body; crd p-acp ord, vvb po12 n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn, cc vvn p-acp po12 n2 cst pn31 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1369 it must be by several vessels and channels distributed to the several parts of the body. it must be by several vessels and channels distributed to the several parts of the body. pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1370 So as there must be supposed a freedom from obstructions in those passages, and an attractive vertue and faculty in the several parts. So as there must be supposed a freedom from obstructions in those passages, and an Attractive virtue and faculty in the several parts. av c-acp a-acp vmb vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, cc dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1371 If these passages be any way stopped, or the attractive vertue abated, the parts are not nourished, If these passages be any Way stopped, or the Attractive virtue abated, the parts Are not nourished, cs d n2 vbb d n1 vvn, cc dt j n1 vvn, dt n2 vbr xx vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1372 but decay and wither, the creatures being destroyed. Of such obstructions we have daily examples: but decay and wither, the creatures being destroyed. Of such obstructions we have daily Examples: cc-acp n1 cc vvi, dt n2 vbg vvn. pp-f d n2 pns12 vhb j n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1373 and indeed, whoso considereth the various passages in our bodies, through which that part of our food, which proves for nourishment passeth, and indeed, whoso Considereth the various passages in our bodies, through which that part of our food, which Proves for nourishment passes, cc av, r-crq vvz dt j n2 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp r-crq d n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 vvz, (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1374 and the variety of obstructions to which we are subject, must needs again acknowledg, that our Souls must be kept in life, our bodies in health, meerly by a Divine Power. and the variety of obstructions to which we Are Subject, must needs again acknowledge, that our Souls must be kept in life, our bodies in health, merely by a Divine Power. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr j-jn, vmb av av vvi, cst po12 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, po12 n2 p-acp n1, av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 147 Page 71
1375 4. Again, What we take into our bodies for our proper food, being in part, found either not proper for us, 4. Again, What we take into our bodies for our proper food, being in part, found either not proper for us, crd av, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 j n1, vbg p-acp n1, vvd d xx j p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 71
1376 or in too great a proportion; or in too great a proportion; cc p-acp av j dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 71
1377 when the stomach hath done its office, there is a separation made, that not proper for us, when the stomach hath done its office, there is a separation made, that not proper for us, c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn po31 n1, a-acp vbz dt n1 vvd, cst xx j p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 71
1378 or in a superfluous proportion for that end, must be voided and cast out; or in a superfluous proportion for that end, must be voided and cast out; cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn av; (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 71
1379 and a natural faculty to do it, must be supposed, which if it ceaseth but for a while, and a natural faculty to do it, must be supposed, which if it ceases but for a while, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, vmb vbi vvn, r-crq cs pn31 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 72
1380 or the freedom of the passages, by which it passeth be obstructed, the life of the creature quickly determineth. or the freedom of the passages, by which it passes be obstructed, the life of the creature quickly determineth. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz vbb vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j vvz. (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 72
1381 Now, whoso considereth the variety of powers, and faculties in a living body, which must be all upheld, Now, whoso Considereth the variety of Powers, and faculties in a living body, which must be all upheld, av, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, r-crq vmb vbi av-d vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 72
1382 and the variety of causes, from which they may be incumbred, yea and quite destroyed; and the variety of Causes, from which they may be encumbered, yea and quite destroyed; cc dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn, uh cc av vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 72
1383 will be forced to acknowledg the incessant influence of Divine Providence, in upholding, and preserving both the being and well-being of every creature that hath a sensitive life. will be forced to acknowledge the incessant influence of Divine Providence, in upholding, and preserving both the being and well-being of every creature that hath a sensitive life. vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cst vhz dt j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 148 Page 72
1384 2. But yet here is not all: 2. But yet Here is not all: crd p-acp av av vbz xx d: (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1385 For in order to our nourishing, not only those faculties in the body nourished, which I have mentioned, must be upheld; For in order to our nourishing, not only those faculties in the body nourished, which I have mentioned, must be upheld; c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvg, xx av-j d n2 p-acp dt n1 vvn, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vmb vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1386 But also the faculties, and vertues in the bodies nourishing, by which they are made nourishing to us. But also the faculties, and Virtues in the bodies nourishing, by which they Are made nourishing to us. cc-acp av dt n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n2 vvg, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn vvg p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1387 In all nourishing, there must be a body giving the nourishment, as well as a body receiving it: In all nourishing, there must be a body giving the nourishment, as well as a body receiving it: p-acp d j-vvg, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvg dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vvg pn31: (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1388 each of these must have its faculties upheld, or there will be no nutrition, and consequently no preservation of life. each of these must have its faculties upheld, or there will be no nutrition, and consequently no preservation of life. d pp-f d vmb vhi po31 n2 vvn, cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1, cc av-j dx n1 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1389 Philosophy telleth us, that the nourishment of living bodies must be, 1. Something that hath a capacity to be turned into the substance of our bodies, else how can it nourish? Hence it is, that a man cannot feed, Philosophy Telleth us, that the nourishment of living bodies must be, 1. Something that hath a capacity to be turned into the substance of our bodies, Else how can it nourish? Hence it is, that a man cannot feed, np1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2 vmb vbi, crd pi cst vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, av q-crq vmb pn31 vvi? av pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1390 or be nourished, by stones, or dirt: there is not in these things a capacity to be turned into humane flesh. 2. It must have something of contrariety in it to the body nourished, otherwise the stomach would make no alteration of it. or be nourished, by stones, or dirt: there is not in these things a capacity to be turned into humane Flesh. 2. It must have something of contrariety in it to the body nourished, otherwise the stomach would make no alteration of it. cc vbi vvn, p-acp n2, cc n1: a-acp vbz xx p-acp d n2 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1. crd pn31 vmb vhi pi pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn, av dt n1 vmd vvi dx n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1391 And 3. It must have in it something of similitude, else it would never incorporate with us, And 3. It must have in it something of similitude, Else it would never incorporate with us, cc crd pn31 vmb vhi p-acp pn31 pi pp-f n1, av pn31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp pno12, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1393 All our food must have some qualities in it, that must be accommodate to our nourishment; All our food must have Some qualities in it, that must be accommodate to our nourishment; av-d po12 n1 vmb vhi d n2 p-acp pn31, cst vmb vbi vvi p-acp po12 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1394 and these qualities, or faculties must be upheld in it, and upheld too in some due proportion. and these qualities, or faculties must be upheld in it, and upheld too in Some due proportion. cc d n2, cc n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvd av p-acp d j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1395 Hence we see, that food when corrupted and putrified, and so hath lost these faculties and vertues, Hence we see, that food when corrupted and Putrified, and so hath lost these faculties and Virtues, av pns12 vvb, cst n1 c-crq vvn cc vvn, cc av vhz vvn d n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1396 and they be extinguished, it instead of nourishing us, breeds diseases, and destroyeth us. and they be extinguished, it instead of nourishing us, breeds diseases, and Destroyeth us. cc pns32 vbb vvn, pn31 av pp-f vvg pno12, vvz n2, cc vvz pno12. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1397 Now God preserveth the life and being of his creatures, by a daily concurrence of his Providence, Now God Preserveth the life and being of his creatures, by a daily concurrence of his Providence, av np1 vvz dt n1 cc vbg pp-f po31 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1398 as well by upholding the nourishing vertues and qualities of their food, as those natural faculties, by which they crave, concoct, as well by upholding the nourishing Virtues and qualities of their food, as those natural faculties, by which they crave, concoct, c-acp av p-acp vvg dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp d j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb, vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1399 and digest, or attract their nourishment; and digest, or attract their nourishment; cc vvi, cc vvi po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1400 or expel, and throw out that part of it which is not proper for the nourishment of their bodies. or expel, and throw out that part of it which is not proper for the nourishment of their bodies. cc vvi, cc vvb av d n1 pp-f pn31 r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1401 But this is enough to have spoken as to that first principal Faculty, by which the life, But this is enough to have spoken as to that First principal Faculty, by which the life, p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp p-acp d ord j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1402 and being of all sensitive living creatures are preserved. and being of all sensitive living creatures Are preserved. cc vbg pp-f d j j-vvg n2 vbr vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 149 Page 72
1403 2. A second principal Faculty by which the life of creatures is preserved, is that of Respiration or breathing, which is the motion of the breasts and lungs by which they draw in air, 2. A second principal Faculty by which the life of creatures is preserved, is that of Respiration or breathing, which is the motion of the breasts and lungs by which they draw in air, crd dt ord j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz vvn, vbz d pp-f n1 cc j-vvg, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1404 and again puff it out, thus continually cooling the heat of the heart, which would else soon determine the life of the creature. and again puff it out, thus continually cooling the heat of the heart, which would Else soon determine the life of the creature. cc av vvb pn31 av, av av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vmd av av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1405 A Faculty so necessary, that we daily see with what difficulty the creature liveth, when it is any way incumbred; A Faculty so necessary, that we daily see with what difficulty the creature lives, when it is any Way encumbered; dt n1 av j, cst pns12 av-j vvb p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz, c-crq pn31 vbz d n1 vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1406 daily experience we have of this in persons sick of Consumptions, or Asthma's, &c. When any living creature is once wholly deprived of this, it presently dieth. This God giveth and maintaineth: daily experience we have of this in Persons sick of Consumptions, or Asthma's, etc. When any living creature is once wholly deprived of this, it presently Dieth. This God gives and maintaineth: j n1 pns12 vhb pp-f d p-acp n2 j pp-f n2, cc n2, av c-crq d j-vvg n1 vbz a-acp av-jn vvn pp-f d, pn31 av-j vvz. np1 np1 vvz cc vvz: (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1407 He giveth to all Life, and Breath, and all things, Acts 17.25. He also taketh it away; He gives to all Life, and Breath, and all things, Acts 17.25. He also Takes it away; pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc d n2, n2 crd. pns31 av vvz pn31 av; (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1408 Thou takest away their breath, and they die (saith the Psalmist), Psalm 104.29. God is said to be the God, who spreadeth forth the Earth, and that which cometh out of it; Thou Takest away their breath, and they die (Says the Psalmist), Psalm 104.29. God is said to be the God, who spreadeth forth the Earth, and that which comes out of it; pns21 vv2 av po32 n1, cc pns32 vvb (vvz dt n1), np1 crd. np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi dt np1, r-crq vvz av dt n1, cc cst r-crq vvz av pp-f pn31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1409 he that giveth breath unto the people, and spirit to them that walk thereon, Isa. 42.5. he that gives breath unto the people, and Spirit to them that walk thereon, Isaiah 42.5. pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av, np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1410 Now God preserveth both man and beast, by upholding this power or faculty in them, by which they draw in, and puff out the air: Now God Preserveth both man and beast, by upholding this power or faculty in them, by which they draw in, and puff out the air: av np1 vvz d n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, cc vvb av dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1411 yea, and his daily Providence appeareth also in the preserving of the air which they suck in, ordinarily, from such affections and qualities as would destroy life in his creatures: yea, and his daily Providence appears also in the preserving of the air which they suck in, ordinarily, from such affections and qualities as would destroy life in his creatures: uh, cc po31 j n1 vvz av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, av-j, p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp vmd vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1412 I say, ordinarily, to except those special remissions of Divine Providence in this case, by which God sometimes punisheth persons and places by a noxious and infected air, I say, ordinarily, to except those special remissions of Divine Providence in this case, by which God sometime Punisheth Persons and places by a noxious and infected air, pns11 vvb, av-j, pc-acp vvi d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 av vvz n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1414 And this sheweth us, how reasonable a thing it is, That all that hath breath should praise the Lord, according to the Psalmists exhortation, Psalm 150. 3. A third principal Faculty, necessary to the upholding of the life and being of creatures, is that by which they sleep, and take their alternate rest: And this shows us, how reasonable a thing it is, That all that hath breath should praise the Lord, according to the Psalmists exhortation, Psalm 150. 3. A third principal Faculty, necessary to the upholding of the life and being of creatures, is that by which they sleep, and take their alternate rest: cc d vvz pno12, c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz, cst d cst vhz n1 vmd vvi dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, n1 crd crd dt ord j-jn n1, j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 cc vbg pp-f n2, vbz d p-acp r-crq pns32 vvi, cc vvb po32 j n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 150 Page 73
1415 Quod caret alterna requie durabile non est. Quod caret alterna requie durabile non est. fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 73
1416 Experience tells us, that we can live very little while without sleep; we must therefore have a power to sleep. There is no living creature that is always asleep, or always awake; Experience tells us, that we can live very little while without sleep; we must Therefore have a power to sleep. There is no living creature that is always asleep, or always awake; n1 vvz pno12, cst pns12 vmb vvi av j n1 p-acp vvi; pns12 vmb av vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi. pc-acp vbz dx j-vvg n1 cst vbz av j, cc av vvb; (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 73
1417 we must have a power to sleep, and a power to awake again, or we cannot live. we must have a power to sleep, and a power to awake again, or we cannot live. pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi av, cc pns12 vmbx vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 73
1418 Some sleep more, some less, all must sleep sometime. some sleep more, Some less, all must sleep sometime. d n1 av-dc, d dc, d vmb vvi av. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 73
1419 Sleep is a cessation of the common sense and the exterior senses from action. The Eye seeth not, the Ear heareth not, &c. Now this is caused (say the Philosophers) from the ascending up of vapors out of the stomach, which stop the passage of the animal spirits from the brain; Sleep is a cessation of the Common sense and the exterior Senses from actium. The Eye sees not, the Ear hears not, etc. Now this is caused (say the Philosophers) from the ascending up of vapours out of the stomach, which stop the passage of the animal spirits from the brain; vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc dt j-jn n2 p-acp n1. dt n1 vvz xx, dt n1 vvz xx, av av d vbz vvd (vvb dt n2) p-acp dt j-vvg a-acp pp-f n2 av pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n2 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 73
1420 which vapours when they are spent, and the passages are clear again, man waketh, and the senses return to their exercise. which vapours when they Are spent, and the passages Are clear again, man waketh, and the Senses return to their exercise. r-crq n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, cc dt n2 vbr j av, n1 vvz, cc dt n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1421 Be the cause what it will, certain it is, it is necessary in order to the holding of our souls in life: Be the cause what it will, certain it is, it is necessary in order to the holding of our Souls in life: vbb dt n1 r-crq pn31 vmb, j pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1422 we must have a power both to sleep and to wake, and this power must be preserved; we must have a power both to sleep and to wake, and this power must be preserved; pns12 vmb vhi dt n1 av-d pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 vmb vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1423 and by the upholding and preserving of this power and faculty, both men and beasts are upheld, preserved, and kept alive. and by the upholding and preserving of this power and faculty, both men and beasts Are upheld, preserved, and kept alive. cc p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f d n1 cc n1, d n2 cc n2 vbr vvn, vvn, cc vvd j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1424 Now I say, this is Gods work; Now I say, this is God's work; av pns11 vvb, d vbz npg1 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1425 he that made the deep sleep at first to fall upon Adam in the day in which he was created, Gen. 2.21; makes ordinary sleep to fall upon all living creatures. he that made the deep sleep At First to fallen upon Adam in the day in which he was created, Gen. 2.21; makes ordinary sleep to fallen upon all living creatures. pns31 cst vvd dt j-jn n1 p-acp ord p-acp vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn, np1 crd; vvz j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-vvg n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1426 He giveth sleep to his Beloved, Psalm 127. v 2. It is a piece of his promise, Prov. 3.24, Thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. He gives sleep to his beloved, Psalm 127. v 2. It is a piece of his promise, Curae 3.24, Thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn, np1 crd crd crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd, pns21 vm2 vvi a-acp, cc po21 n1 vmb vbi j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1427 David complained, that God held his eyes waking, Psalm 77.4. David complained, that God held his eyes waking, Psalm 77.4. np1 vvd, cst np1 vvd po31 n2 vvg, n1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1428 And thus I have shewed you, how God preserveth both man and beast, by upholding and preserving those powers and faculties in their Bodies, by which they are kept in life, and their Being is preserved. And thus I have showed you, how God Preserveth both man and beast, by upholding and preserving those Powers and faculties in their Bodies, by which they Are kept in life, and their Being is preserved. cc av pns11 vhb vvn pn22, q-crq np1 vvz d n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg d n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc po32 vbg vbz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 151 Page 74
1429 2. But both men and beasts are very small when they first come into the World. Their Beings afterward increase; 2. But both men and beasts Are very small when they First come into the World. Their Beings afterwards increase; crd p-acp d n2 cc n2 vbr av j c-crq pns32 ord vvb p-acp dt n1. po32 n2 av vvi; (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1430 and this must be by a natural power, which God the great Creator hath created in them at first, and this must be by a natural power, which God the great Creator hath created in them At First, cc d vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq np1 dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp ord, (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1431 and made every creature to be brought forth with, without which it could not grow beyond its proportion in the first day of its production into the World. and made every creature to be brought forth with, without which it could not grow beyond its proportion in the First day of its production into the World. cc vvd d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1432 This is that which the Philosopher calls Facultatem Auctricem; the power by which the living creature grows and increaseth to a just perfection and measure. This is that which the Philosopher calls Facultatem Auctricem; the power by which the living creature grows and increases to a just perfection and measure. d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz fw-la fw-la; dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt j-vvg n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1433 I say, a just measure, for no creature groweth always. The God of Nature hath set a just measure to every Being: I say, a just measure, for no creature grows always. The God of Nature hath Set a just measure to every Being: pns11 vvb, dt j n1, c-acp dx n1 vvz av. dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp d vbg: (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1434 This Power also must be upheld, or the World would be full of none but Children, and very small beasts. This Power also must be upheld, or the World would be full of none but Children, and very small beasts. d n1 av vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n1 vmd vbi j pp-f pix cc-acp n2, cc av j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1435 The Psalmist saith, Psalm 104.14, He causeth the grass to grow for the cattel; The Psalmist Says, Psalm 104.14, He Causes the grass to grow for the cattle; dt n1 vvz, n1 crd, pns31 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1436 and by a parity of Reason, he must also cause the cattel to grow for the grass. and by a parity of Reason, he must also cause the cattle to grow for the grass. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1437 Christ hath taught us, that we cannot add one cubit to our stature: christ hath taught us, that we cannot add one cubit to our stature: np1 vhz vvn pno12, cst pns12 vmbx vvi crd n1 p-acp po12 n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1438 It is true, man and beast grows to both their just dimensions by a natural faculty; mans growth stops at thirty years, or under, by a natural Law. But God at first created in them this Natural faculty; It is true, man and beast grows to both their just dimensions by a natural faculty; men growth stops At thirty Years, or under, by a natural Law. But God At First created in them this Natural faculty; pn31 vbz j, n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp d po32 j n2 p-acp dt j n1; vvz n1 vvz p-acp crd n2, cc p-acp, p-acp dt j n1. p-acp np1 p-acp ord vvn p-acp pno32 d j n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1439 and God by a daily concourse of his Providence upholdeth, enliveneth, and assisteth this natural faculty, and by this particular act of his Providence he doth preserve and uphold both man and beast, and God by a daily concourse of his Providence upholds, enliveneth, and assisteth this natural faculty, and by this particular act of his Providence he does preserve and uphold both man and beast, cc np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz, vvz, cc vvz d j n1, cc p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vdz vvi cc vvi d n1 cc n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1440 as in their Beings, so in their just dimensions and proportions in which we see them supplying and adorning the World. as in their Beings, so in their just dimensions and proportions in which we see them supplying and adorning the World. c-acp p-acp po32 n2, av p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb pno32 vvg cc vvg dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 152 Page 74
1441 3. But thirdly, Supposing all living creatures preserv'd and upheld in their several lives and beings by Gods upholding and preserving those several powers and faculties in the object of their nourishment, by which they are made fit nourishment for their bodies: 3. But Thirdly, Supposing all living creatures preserved and upheld in their several lives and beings by God's upholding and preserving those several Powers and faculties in the Object of their nourishment, by which they Are made fit nourishment for their bodies: crd p-acp ord, vvg d j-vvg n2 vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 vvg cc vvg d j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn j n1 p-acp po32 n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1442 and those several faculties in their bodies, which are the subjects to be nourished, by vertue of which they desire their due food, concoct, digest it, &c. and to uphold the just proportions of creatures in the World, by preserving and upholding in them that faculty by which they dilate themselves, grow, and those several faculties in their bodies, which Are the subject's to be nourished, by virtue of which they desire their due food, concoct, digest it, etc. and to uphold the just proportions of creatures in the World, by preserving and upholding in them that faculty by which they dilate themselves, grow, cc d j n2 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbr dt n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb po32 j-jn n1, vvi, vvb pn31, av cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32 d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb px32, vvb, (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1443 and increase to the law of Magnitude which the great Creator hath set for them: and increase to the law of Magnitude which the great Creator hath Set for them: cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt j n1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1444 yet if they had not all a several power to propagate their species or kind, the World, yet if they had not all a several power to propagate their species or kind, the World, av cs pns32 vhd xx d dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc j, dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1445 or at least the living creatures in the World, would quickly cease; or At least the living creatures in the World, would quickly cease; cc p-acp ds dt j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1, vmd av-j vvi; (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1446 the days of mans life are three or fourscore years, the days of most other creatures much less. the days of men life Are three or fourscore Years, the days of most other creatures much less. dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 vbr crd cc crd n2, dt n2 pp-f ds j-jn n2 d dc. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1447 God hath therefore created all living things with a power to propagate their species, some one way, some another: God hath Therefore created all living things with a power to propagate their species, Some one Way, Some Another: np1 vhz av vvn d j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, d crd n1, d n-jn: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1448 of all he hath, he saith in the day they were created, Let them increase and multiply: of all he hath, he Says in the day they were created, Let them increase and multiply: pp-f d pns31 vhz, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr vvn, vvb pno32 vvi cc vvi: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1449 and hath created several powers and vertues in them, by which, as all species, so most individuals doth so. and hath created several Powers and Virtues in them, by which, as all species, so most individuals does so. cc vhz vvn j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq, c-acp d n2, av ds n2 vdz av. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1450 To some individuals of most kind he denieth this, or at least concurreth not by his Providence to the effects of it. To Some individuals of most kind he Denieth this, or At least concurreth not by his Providence to the effects of it. p-acp d n2 pp-f ds j pns31 vvz d, cc p-acp ds vvz xx p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1451 Some Men and Women are barren; so are some beasts: generally not so: some Men and Women Are barren; so Are Some beasts: generally not so: d n2 cc n2 vbr j; av vbr d n2: av-j xx av: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1452 and this is another act of Divine Providence, by which he preserveth both man and beast, and eminently attributed to God. and this is Another act of Divine Providence, by which he Preserveth both man and beast, and eminently attributed to God. cc d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d n1 cc n1, cc av-j vvn p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1453 The Rabbies tell us of three Keys which God keepeth: The Rabbies tell us of three Keys which God Keepeth: dt n2 vvb pno12 pp-f crd n2 r-crq np1 vvz: (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1454 the Key of the Clouds, of the Womb, of the Grave. None can give Rain but God; the Key of the Clouds, of the Womb, of the Grave. None can give Rain but God; dt n1 pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt j. np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1455 none can open the Graves but God; none can open the Womb but God. Psalm 113.9, He maketh the barren womb to keep house. none can open the Graves but God; none can open the Womb but God. Psalm 113.9, He makes the barren womb to keep house. pix vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp np1; pix vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1. np1 crd, pns31 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1456 Psalm 127.3, Children are the heritage of the Lord, and the fruit of the womb is his reward. Psalm 127.3, Children Are the heritage of the Lord, and the fruit of the womb is his reward. np1 crd, n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz po31 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1457 It is as true of other creatures as of man; He turneth a fruitful land into barrenness, Psalm 107.34. It was Gods Promise, Exod. 23.26, There shall nothing cast her young, nor be barren in thy land. It is as true of other creatures as of man; He turns a fruitful land into Barrenness, Psalm 107.34. It was God's Promise, Exod 23.26, There shall nothing cast her young, nor be barren in thy land. pn31 vbz a-acp j pp-f j-jn n2 c-acp pp-f n1; pns31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1 crd. pn31 vbds npg1 n1, np1 crd, a-acp vmb pix vvi pno31 j, ccx vbb j p-acp po21 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1458 Deut. 7.14, There shall neither male nor female be barren amongst you, nor amongst your cattel. Deuteronomy 7.14, There shall neither male nor female be barren among you, nor among your cattle. np1 crd, a-acp vmb dx j-jn ccx j-jn vbb j p-acp pn22, ccx p-acp po22 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 75
1459 The flocks of the field and of the air, the herds of Cattel, the multitudes of Fish in the waters, the numberless Families of the Earth, they are all preserved by the daily concurrence of Divine Providence, in the upholding of that natural power and vertue with which he hath created them, by which they propagate their species: by the propagation of which, The flocks of the field and of the air, the herds of Cattle, the Multitudes of Fish in the waters, the numberless Families of the Earth, they Are all preserved by the daily concurrence of Divine Providence, in the upholding of that natural power and virtue with which he hath created them, by which they propagate their species: by the propagation of which, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vbr d vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvi po32 n2: p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 76
1460 and the multiplication, and the succession of individuals in it, Man, and beast, the whole living World is preserved. and the multiplication, and the succession of individuals in it, Man, and beast, the Whole living World is preserved. cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, n1, cc n1, dt j-jn j-vvg n1 vbz vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 153 Page 76
1461 4. There is yet a fourth sort of Powers and Faculties, which I called those faculties, abilities, 4. There is yet a fourth sort of Powers and Faculties, which I called those faculties, abilities, crd pc-acp vbz av dt ord n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, r-crq pns11 vvd d n2, n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1462 or powers, which are necessary to every living being, for the performance of its several operations according to the specifick nature of it. or Powers, which Are necessary to every living being, for the performance of its several operations according to the specific nature of it. cc n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp d j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1463 God also preserveth man and beast, by upholding, and preserving these to their several operations. God also Preserveth man and beast, by upholding, and preserving these to their several operations. np1 av vvz n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg d p-acp po32 j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1464 The Herb hath only a vegetative soul, by vertue of which it grows, buds, blossoms, produceth its seed, &c. The beasts have a sensitive soul, which works a little further: The Herb hath only a vegetative soul, by virtue of which it grows, buds, blossoms, Produceth its seed, etc. The beasts have a sensitive soul, which works a little further: dt n1 vhz av-j dt j n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pn31 vvz, n2, n2, vvz po31 n1, av dt n2 vhb dt j n1, r-crq vvz dt j av-jc: (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1465 Man hath a reasonable soul, comprehensive of all the powers and vertues of the former, and extending further; Man hath a reasonable soul, comprehensive of all the Powers and Virtues of the former, and extending further; n1 vhz dt j n1, j pp-f d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvg av-jc; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1466 he seeth, heareth, perceiveth things by his outward and inward senses. By his Understanding he gains the notion of things, judgeth of them: he sees, hears, perceives things by his outward and inward Senses. By his Understanding he gains the notion of things, Judgeth of them: pns31 vvz, vvz, vvz n2 p-acp po31 j cc j n2. p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, vvz pp-f pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1467 he willeth, and chuseth by his will, &c. Now his power to all these, and other operations proper to his nature, must be preserved and upheld, he wills, and chooseth by his will, etc. Now his power to all these, and other operations proper to his nature, must be preserved and upheld, pns31 vvz, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, av av po31 n1 p-acp d d, cc j-jn n2 j p-acp po31 n1, vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1468 or he can do none of these things. or he can do none of these things. cc pns31 vmb vdi pix pp-f d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1469 These powers are not indeed all necessary to our being, and the keeping of our souls in life; These Powers Are not indeed all necessary to our being, and the keeping of our Souls in life; np1 n2 vbr xx av d j p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1470 but the upholding of them is necessary to our perfection, and the actions that are proper to the stations wherein we are, but the upholding of them is necessary to our perfection, and the actions that Are proper to the stations wherein we Are, cc-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32 vbz j p-acp po12 n1, cc dt n2 cst vbr j p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns12 vbr, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1471 and the capacities in which we stand: and the capacities in which we stand: cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb: (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1472 God hath not only created in the Soul a power to see, hear, tast, &c. and created the Eye to be the Organ to the visive Faculty, God hath not only created in the Soul a power to see, hear, taste, etc. and created the Eye to be the Organ to the visive Faculty, np1 vhz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb, n1, av cc vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1473 and the Ear to be the Organ to the hearing faculty, and the pallat to be the Organ for the faculty of discerning tasts: and the Ear to be the Organ to the hearing faculty, and the palate to be the Organ for the faculty of discerning tastes: cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt vvg n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg vvz: (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1474 but he concurreth with his Providence both to uphold the faculty in the soul, and to keep the several Organs in tune and order, that by and through them as means, those faculties might be exercised; but he concurreth with his Providence both to uphold the faculty in the soul, and to keep the several Organs in tune and order, that by and through them as means, those faculties might be exercised; cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, cst p-acp cc p-acp pno32 c-acp n2, d n2 vmd vbi vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1475 and as the upholding both the faculties and Organs, or instruments, the bodily members, by which they are exercised in their due state, is the cause why we hear, see, tast, &c. so Gods withholding that concurrence, and as the upholding both the faculties and Organs, or Instruments, the bodily members, by which they Are exercised in their due state, is the cause why we hear, see, taste, etc. so God's withholding that concurrence, cc c-acp dt vvg d dt n2 cc n2, cc n2, dt j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n1, vbz dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, vvb, n1, av av n2 vvg d n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1476 as to some individual persons, is the reason why some are deaf, blind, &c. For though there be second causes of these infirmities, decays and weaknesses in humane bodies, as to Some Individu Persons, is the reason why Some Are deaf, blind, etc. For though there be second Causes of these infirmities, decays and Weaknesses in humane bodies, c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2, vbz dt n1 c-crq d vbr j, j, av p-acp cs pc-acp vbi vvi n2 pp-f d n2, n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1477 yet all these are under the governance of the first cause, either set on work by God, yet all these Are under the governance of the First cause, either Set on work by God, av d d vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, av-d vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1478 or permitted in their motions by God; or permitted in their motions by God; cc vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1479 and this is as true also of the Locomotive faculty, the power in man or beasts to move from one place to another for their food and dispatch of business: and this is as true also of the Locomotive faculty, the power in man or beasts to move from one place to Another for their food and dispatch of business: cc d vbz a-acp j av pp-f dt n1 n1, dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 76
1480 for though it be the Soul that moveth, yet it is by vertue of a power which God created in it to command the motion of the feet, for though it be the Soul that moves, yet it is by virtue of a power which God created in it to command the motion of the feet, c-acp cs pn31 vbb dt n1 cst vvz, av pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1481 for the moving of the whole body: and man moveth no longer, than this inward power or faculty is upheld by God; for the moving of the Whole body: and man moves no longer, than this inward power or faculty is upheld by God; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j-jn n1: cc n1 vvz av-dx av-jc, cs d j n1 cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1482 and his feet which are the Organs or instruments of motion, are kept in order free from dislocation, and his feet which Are the Organs or Instruments of motion, Are kept in order free from dislocation, cc po31 n2 r-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1 j p-acp n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1483 or ruptures of joints or bones, or the incumbrances of troublesome humours; the keeping of which freedom dependeth upon the influence of the Divine Power; or ruptures of Joints or bones, or the encumbrances of troublesome humours; the keeping of which freedom dependeth upon the influence of the Divine Power; cc n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, cc dt n2 pp-f j n2; dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1484 and thus, requiritur continuus tam verbi conservatricis, quam creatricis influxus, to preserve man and beast, there is required as well a continual influence of the upholding-word, and thus, requiritur continuus tam verbi conservatricis, quam creatricis Influxus, to preserve man and beast, there is required as well a continual influence of the upholding-word, cc av, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz vvn a-acp av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1485 as the influence of the creating-word to give both man and beast a first being. as the influence of the creating-word to give both man and beast a First being. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n1 dt ord vbg. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1486 So as Raymundus de Sabunde saith truly, All creatures depend upon the Divine Power for their preservation, So as Raymundus de Sabunde Says truly, All creatures depend upon the Divine Power for their preservation, av c-acp np1 fw-fr fw-fr vvz av-j, d n2 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp po32 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1487 as the beams of the Sun for their being depend upon the Sun, and the shadow upon the body. as the beams of the Sun for their being depend upon the Sun, and the shadow upon the body. c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1488 I shall add no more to my Discourse concerning this third Act of Providence, by which God preserveth both man and beast. I shall add no more to my Discourse Concerning this third Act of Providence, by which God Preserveth both man and beast. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp po11 n1 vvg d ord n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 154 Page 77
1489 4. A fourth Act by which God preserveth both man and beast, is Gods discovering to his creatures the vertue of other creatures, with which he hath created them, 4. A fourth Act by which God Preserveth both man and beast, is God's discovering to his creatures the virtue of other creatures, with which he hath created them, crd dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d n1 cc n1, vbz npg1 vvg p-acp po31 n2 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32, (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1490 for the amending, repairing, and recovering of the decays and disorders to which their frail natures are subjected, for the amending, repairing, and recovering of the decays and disorders to which their frail nature's Are subjected, p-acp dt vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq po32 j n2 vbr vvn, (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1491 and concurrence in the use and application of them: and concurrence in the use and application of them: cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1492 upholding the vertues in them in order to that end, and blessing the application of them. upholding the Virtues in them in order to that end, and blessing the application of them. vvg dt n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f pno32. (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1493 For the delivery of his creatures from diseases and accidents to which they are subjected, Mesua the great Arabian Doctor, is said to have cried out, That God alone doth heal sicknesses and diseases. For the delivery of his creatures from diseases and accidents to which they Are subjected, Mesua the great Arabian Doctor, is said to have cried out, That God alone does heal Sicknesses and diseases. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn, np1 dt j jp n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvd av, cst np1 av-j vdz vvi n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1494 God made man healthy, in the day wherein he was created, and most think he should have continued so, God made man healthy, in the day wherein he was created, and most think he should have continued so, np1 vvd n1 j, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, cc ds vvb pns31 vmd vhi vvn av, (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1495 if by his fall he had not disordered the crasis or temperament of his bodily humours, corrupted the air, brought a curse upon the Earth, which hath ever since brought forth as well bryers and thorns to prick and offend his flesh, if by his fallen he had not disordered the crasis or temperament of his bodily humours, corrupted the air, brought a curse upon the Earth, which hath ever since brought forth as well briers and thorns to prick and offend his Flesh, cs p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhd xx vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n2, vvn dt n1, vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz av a-acp vvd av c-acp av n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1496 as herbs and fruits to increase and nourish it. as herbs and fruits to increase and nourish it. c-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1497 Man is subject to a variety of diseases in all parts of his body, from the predominance of humours, the ill affections of the air, of his food, &c. The Heathens had some notion of this: Man is Subject to a variety of diseases in all parts of his body, from the predominance of humours, the ill affections of the air, of his food, etc. The heathens had Some notion of this: n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1, pp-f po31 n1, av dt n2-jn vhd d n1 pp-f d: (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 77
1498 Their Elegant Poet cries out, Audax Japete Genus Ignem fraude malâ Gentibus intulit Post ignem aetheriâ domo Subductum macies, & nova febrium, Terris in cubuit cohors, &c. That was their Fiction; Their Elegant Poet cries out, Audax Japete Genus Ignem fraud malâ Gentibus intulit Post Ignem aetheriâ domo Subductum macies, & nova febrium, Terris in cubuit Cohors, etc. That was their Fiction; po32 j n1 vvz av, fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la p-acp n1 vvz, av cst vbds po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1499 That one Prometheus stole fire from Heaven, which Jupiter had hid up, and distributed it amongst men; That one Prometheus stole fire from Heaven, which Jupiter had hid up, and distributed it among men; cst crd np1 vvd n1 p-acp n1, r-crq np1 vhd vvn a-acp, cc vvn pn31 p-acp n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1500 whence he saith came sickness, and a whole troop of agues, and fevers, and death. Faith makes a better discovery: whence he Says Come sickness, and a Whole troop of Fevers, and fevers, and death. Faith makes a better discovery: c-crq pns31 vvz vvd n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n1. n1 vvz dt jc n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1501 it tells us man fell from the state wherein he was created, lost the Image of God, brake Covenant with him, it tells us man fell from the state wherein he was created, lost the Image of God, brake Covenant with him, pn31 vvz pno12 n1 j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd n1 p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1502 and so became subject to sicknesses, unto death, &c. Yea, so subject are we, that if every one that falls sick should die, men especially would fail from the Earth; and so became Subject to Sicknesses, unto death, etc. Yea, so Subject Are we, that if every one that falls sick should die, men especially would fail from the Earth; cc av vvd j-jn p-acp n2, p-acp n1, av uh, av j-jn vbr pns12, cst cs d pi cst vvz j vmd vvi, n2 av-j vmd vvi p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1503 but to prevent this, as God in the day when he made Heaven and Earth, created divers qualities in his creatures, by which they have a sanative or healing vertue for various Diseases: but to prevent this, as God in the day when he made Heaven and Earth, created diverse qualities in his creatures, by which they have a sanative or healing virtue for various Diseases: cc-acp pc-acp vvi d, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd n1 cc n1, vvn j n2 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb dt n1 cc j-vvg n1 p-acp j n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1504 so his Providence is daily working, and daily seen in this thing, in two particulars: 1. In discovering to some of his creatures these hidden vertues. so his Providence is daily working, and daily seen in this thing, in two particulars: 1. In discovering to Some of his creatures these hidden Virtues. av po31 n1 vbz j n-vvg, cc av-j vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp crd n2-j: crd p-acp vvg p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 d j-vvn n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 155 Page 78
1505 The Physitian indeed studies, and makes experiments; The physician indeed studies, and makes experiments; dt n1 av vvz, cc vvz n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 156 Page 78
1506 and upon the exercise of his reason, and the demonstrations he makes, directs the Apothecary to compound Medicines; and upon the exercise of his reason, and the demonstrations he makes, directs the Apothecary to compound Medicines; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n2 pns31 vvz, vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 156 Page 78
1507 but his God instructeth him to this discretion; but his God Instructeth him to this discretion; cc-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp d n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 156 Page 78
1508 and we may reasonably so conclude, when we find the Prophet, Isaiah, ch. 27. v. 29, affirming it concerning the discretion of the Thresher, not threshing the fitches, nor turning the Cart-wheel upon the Cummin; and we may reasonably so conclude, when we find the Prophet, Isaiah, changed. 27. v. 29, affirming it Concerning the discretion of the Thresher, not threshing the fitches, nor turning the Cart-wheel upon the Cummin; cc pns12 vmb av-j av vvi, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, np1, n1. crd n1 crd, vvg pn31 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx vvg dt n2, ccx vvg dt n1 p-acp dt np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 156 Page 78
1509 and this is a work of daily Providence; as every day produceth new Methods of the Physisitians practice, new Medicines and Compositions, &c. and this is a work of daily Providence; as every day Produceth new Methods of the Physisitians practice, new Medicines and Compositions, etc. cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1; c-acp d n1 vvz j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, j n2 cc n2, av (10) sermon (DIV3) 156 Page 78
1510 2. Secondly, In upholding the Vertues of those herbs, roots, &c. that are made use of, in order to our healing, 2. Secondly, In upholding the Virtues of those herbs, roots, etc. that Are made use of, in order to our healing, crd ord, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d n2, n2, av cst vbr vvn n1 pp-f, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n-vvg, (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1511 so as they have their effects in removing our distempers, and healing us. so as they have their effects in removing our distempers, and healing us. av c-acp pns32 vhb po32 n2 p-acp vvg po12 n2, cc vvg pno12. (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1512 The strength of the body must be upheld, and the faculties by which it is enabled to take in, The strength of the body must be upheld, and the faculties by which it is enabled to take in, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1513 and apply, and retain the Medicine: and apply, and retain the Medicine: cc vvi, cc vvi dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1514 and the vertues, faculties and powers also of the drugs, herbs, plants, seeds, &c. must be upheld also: and the Virtues, faculties and Powers also of the drugs, herbs, plants, seeds, etc. must be upheld also: cc dt n2, n2 cc n2 av pp-f dt n2, n2, n2, n2, av vmb vbi vvn av: (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1515 both of them are by the mighty powerful concourse and power of God: hence the Scripture attributeth our healing unto God; both of them Are by the mighty powerful concourse and power of God: hence the Scripture attributeth our healing unto God; d pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: av dt n1 vvz po12 vvg p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1516 I am the Lord that healeth you, Exod. 15.26. And the Psalmist saith, He healeth all our diseases: I am the Lord that heals you, Exod 15.26. And the Psalmist Says, He heals all our diseases: pns11 vbm dt n1 cst vvz pn22, np1 crd. cc dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz d po12 n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1517 I wound, and I heal, Deut. 32.39. Hence Asa is rightly blamed for trusting in Physitians more than in God. I wound, and I heal, Deuteronomy 32.39. Hence Asa is rightly blamed for trusting in Physicians more than in God. pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vvb, np1 crd. av np1 vbz av-jn vvn p-acp vvg p-acp n2 av-dc cs p-acp np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1518 Physicians are Gods Ordinance, they are to be used, but not to be trusted in. God must discover the healing-Medicine to them: Physicians Are God's Ordinance, they Are to be used, but not to be trusted in. God must discover the healing-Medicine to them: n2 vbr npg1 n1, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32: (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1519 God must uphold the healing-vertue in the Medicine when used by them, and the faculties also in their Patients, by which they must be inabled to take, use, God must uphold the healing-vertue in the Medicine when used by them, and the faculties also in their Patients, by which they must be enabled to take, use, np1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq vvd p-acp pno32, cc dt n2 av p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, vvb, (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 78
1520 and apply the Medicines they administer And thus now have I shewed you, how God by the ordinary workings of his Providenee, every day worketh in the preserving man and beast, consider'd as Individuals. and apply the Medicines they administer And thus now have I showed you, how God by the ordinary workings of his Providence, every day works in the preserving man and beast, considered as Individuals. cc vvi dt n2 pns32 vvb cc av av vhb pns11 vvn pn22, c-crq np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 cc n1, vvn p-acp n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 157 Page 79
1521 5. But as in the production of things into being, notwithstanding the ordinary rule and law of Nature generally observed, there are some Anomalies or deviations; so in the preservings of the creature, in the workings of Divine Providence, God who will not be tracked in any of his ways, maketh some Anomalies, turns out of his ordinary road in some special cases. 5. But as in the production of things into being, notwithstanding the ordinary Rule and law of Nature generally observed, there Are Some Anomalies or deviations; so in the preservings of the creature, in the workings of Divine Providence, God who will not be tracked in any of his ways, makes Some Anomalies, turns out of his ordinary road in Some special cases. crd cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vbg, c-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn, pc-acp vbr d npg1 cc n2; av p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, np1 r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f po31 n2, vvz d n2, vvz av pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp d j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1522 Ordinarily he worketh by means natural, and to the Eye of Reason probable means: Ordinarily he works by means natural, and to the Eye of Reason probable means: av-jn pns31 vvz p-acp n2 j, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 j n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1523 sometimes he will do his work without means, or without such apparent probable means, or, by what our Reason shall judg, quite contrary to the end: sometime he will do his work without means, or without such apparent probable means, or, by what our Reason shall judge, quite contrary to the end: av pns31 vmb vdi po31 n1 p-acp n2, cc p-acp d j j n2, cc, p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vmb n1, av j-jn p-acp dt n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1524 He will walk sometimes in a natural course, sometimes contrary to it; These we call Miraculous Acts of Divine Providence. He will walk sometime in a natural course, sometime contrary to it; These we call Miraculous Acts of Divine Providence. pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j n1, av j-jn p-acp pn31; d pns12 vvb j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1525 The Bodies of some of his people shall be sometimes upheld a long time without nourishment, without natural Rest, without sensible breathing; healed without proper applications of Physick. The Bodies of Some of his people shall be sometime upheld a long time without nourishment, without natural Rest, without sensible breathing; healed without proper applications of Physic. dt n2 pp-f d pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi av vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp j n1, p-acp j n-vvg; vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1526 Many instances of which we have in the story of the Evangelists, and of the Acts of the Apostles: but these are ertraordinary and special; and my business is not to discourse those workings of Providence which are unaccountable to us. Many instances of which we have in the story of the Evangelists, and of the Acts of the Apostles: but these Are ertraordinary and special; and my business is not to discourse those workings of Providence which Are unaccountable to us. av-d n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2: p-acp d vbr j cc j; cc po11 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vbr j p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV3) 158 Page 79
1527 6. Lastly, There is a special providence of God in preserving man, that is yet further considerable by us. 6. Lastly, There is a special providence of God in preserving man, that is yet further considerable by us. crd ord, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1, cst vbz av jc j p-acp pno12. (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1528 We have hitherto only considered the preservation of men as Individuals, man considered as a single person by himself. We have hitherto only considered the preservation of men as Individuals, man considered as a single person by himself. pns12 vhb av av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp n2, n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp px31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1529 I must further consider him as a political creature, involved in Society, and shew you the workings of Divine Providence in preserving Bodies-Politick, and the Societies of men: I must further Consider him as a political creature, involved in Society, and show you the workings of Divine Providence in preserving Bodies-politic, and the Societies of men: pns11 vmb av-jc vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp n1, cc vvb pn22 dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg j, cc dt n2 pp-f n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1530 and then (3dly, as a spiritual creature, capable of the Grace of God, and being made partaker of it. and then (3dly, as a spiritual creature, capable of the Grace of God, and being made partaker of it. cc av (j, c-acp dt j n1, j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vbg vvn n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1531 I shall conclude this Discourse so far as I have already carried it on, with that saying of Luther: If God watched not when I sleep, I shall conclude this Discourse so Far as I have already carried it on, with that saying of Luther: If God watched not when I sleep, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn31 a-acp, p-acp d n-vvg pp-f np1: cs np1 vvd xx c-crq pns11 vvb, (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1532 if God did not defend and keep me when I am void of care, I should die every moment, if God did not defend and keep me when I am void of care, I should die every moment, cs np1 vdd xx vvi cc vvb pno11 c-crq pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, pns11 vmd vvi d n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1533 and every moment be losing either an hand, or an Eye, or an Ear, or a Foot. and every moment be losing either an hand, or an Eye, or an Ear, or a Foot. cc d n1 vbb vvg d dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1534 I shall further at this time only apply what part of this Discourse concerning preserving-Providence you have already heard. I shall further At this time only apply what part of this Discourse Concerning preserving-Providence you have already herd. pns11 vmb av-jc p-acp d n1 av-j vvi r-crq n1 pp-f d n1 vvg n1 pn22 vhb av vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 159 Page 79
1535 This in the first place may serve to give you a view of the immense and glorious Nature of God. This in the First place may serve to give you a view of the immense and glorious Nature of God. d p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 160 Page 79
1536 Oh! that men would fear this great and dreadful Name of the Lord our God. The Lord who preserveth both man and beast! Oh! that men would Fear this great and dreadful Name of the Lord our God. The Lord who Preserveth both man and beast! uh cst n2 vmd vvi d j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 po12 n1. dt n1 r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1! (10) sermon (DIV3) 160 Page 80
1537 How great, how glorious must the God whom we serve, be, if what you have heard be true? But to open this a little in a few Particulars: How great, how glorious must the God whom we serve, be, if what you have herd be true? But to open this a little in a few Particulars: q-crq j, c-crq j vmb dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb, vbb, cs r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vbi j? p-acp pc-acp vvi d dt j p-acp dt d n2-j: (10) sermon (DIV3) 160 Page 80
1538 1. It may satisfie you in that great truth of Gods Immensity. 1. It may satisfy you in that great truth of God's Immensity. crd pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d j n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1539 The Schoolmen say, God filleth the Heavens and the Earth, & infinitum ultra Spatium, an infinite space beyond. The Scripture, Jer. 23.24, saith. The Schoolmen say, God fills the Heavens and the Earth, & infinitum ultra Space, an infinite Molle beyond. The Scripture, Jer. 23.24, Says. dt n2 vvb, np1 vvz dt n2 cc dt n1, cc fw-la fw-la np1, dt j n1 p-acp. dt n1, np1 crd, vvz. (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1540 Do not I the Lord fill Heaven and Earth? It must needs be so. The Heavens and the Earth are creatures, and they are all full of living creatures. Do not I the Lord fill Heaven and Earth? It must needs be so. The Heavens and the Earth Are creatures, and they Are all full of living creatures. vdb xx pns11 dt n1 vvb n1 cc n1? pn31 vmb av vbi av. dt n2 cc dt n1 vbr n2, cc pns32 vbr d j pp-f j-vvg n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1541 So are the great and wide Seas: So Are the great and wide Seas: av vbr dt j cc j n2: (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1542 all these creatures must breathe, be nourished, rest, grow, and increase, multiply their species, be renewed daily; all these creatures must breathe, be nourished, rest, grow, and increase, multiply their species, be renewed daily; d d n2 vmb vvi, vbb vvn, n1, vvb, cc vvi, vvb po32 n2, vbb vvn av-j; (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1543 they have all their several and various motions and operations: for these, they have powers, and faculties; they have all their several and various motions and operations: for these, they have Powers, and faculties; pns32 vhb d po32 j cc j n2 cc n2: c-acp d, pns32 vhb n2, cc n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1544 all these (as you have heard) are upheld by God by the daily concourse and influence of his Divine Providence; all these (as you have herd) Are upheld by God by the daily concourse and influence of his Divine Providence; d d (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1545 he must heal their diseases, restore their lapses and decays. he must heal their diseases, restore their lapses and decays. pns31 vmb vvi po32 n2, vvb po32 n2 cc n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1546 How could all this be, if he were not every where filling it with his Essence, Presence, and Power? How could all this be, if he were not every where filling it with his Essence, Presence, and Power? q-crq vmd d d vbi, cs pns31 vbdr xx d c-crq vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, n1, cc n1? (10) sermon (DIV3) 161 Page 80
1547 2. Secondly, From hence you may conclude, The Activity of the Divine Essence. 2. Secondly, From hence you may conclude, The Activity of the Divine Essence. crd ord, p-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1548 You must not think that the great God is in any place, as a stone which indeed filleth the place, but moveth not, acteth nothing; You must not think that the great God is in any place, as a stone which indeed fills the place, but moves not, Acts nothing; pn22 vmb xx vvi cst dt j np1 vbz p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 r-crq av vvz dt n1, cc-acp vvz xx, vvz pix; (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1549 He is in the World, (say the Heathen Philosophers) as a Master of a ship, is in a ship, He is in the World, (say the Heathen Philosophers) as a Master of a ship, is in a ship, pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, (vvb dt j-jn n2) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1550 as a Moderator; as the Soul is in the Body, which is in every part of the Body, enlivening and actuating every part. as a Moderator; as the Soul is in the Body, which is in every part of the Body, enlivening and actuating every part. c-acp dt n1; p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 cc j-vvg d n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1551 God is totus actus, all Act. He worketh (saith our Saviour); God is totus actus, all Act. He works (Says our Saviour); np1 vbz fw-la fw-la, d n1 pns31 vvz (vvz po12 n1); (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1552 hitherto my Father worketh: Take heed of making an Idol of God in your secret thoughts and apprehensions of Him. hitherto my Father works: Take heed of making an Idol of God in your secret thoughts and apprehensions of Him. av po11 n1 vvz: vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f pno31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1553 Our fear of God, our love, our homage to him, will all be proportioned to our apprehensions of him; Our Fear of God, our love, our homage to him, will all be proportioned to our apprehensions of him; po12 n1 pp-f np1, po12 n1, po12 n1 p-acp pno31, vmb d vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2 pp-f pno31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1554 it is therefore of great importance for Christians to have right notions and apprehensions of God, otherwise they will never glorifie him as God; it is Therefore of great importance for Christians to have right notions and apprehensions of God, otherwise they will never Glorify him as God; pn31 vbz av pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vhi j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, av pns32 vmb av-x vvi pno31 p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1555 and needs must his Being be an active working Being, if (as my Text saith) he preserveth man and beast. They in all places have need of the Activity of God every hour, every moment. and needs must his Being be an active working Being, if (as my Text Says) he Preserveth man and beast. They in all places have need of the Activity of God every hour, every moment. cc av vmb po31 vbg vbi dt j n-vvg vbg, cs (c-acp po11 n1 vvz) pns31 vvz n1 cc n1. pns32 p-acp d n2 vhb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1, d n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 162 Page 80
1556 3. Thirdly, This may teach you to apprehend the great God, as the Psalmist doth describe him, Psalm 113.5, 6, Who is like unto the Lord our God, who dwelleth on high: 3. Thirdly, This may teach you to apprehend the great God, as the Psalmist does describe him, Psalm 113.5, 6, Who is like unto the Lord our God, who dwells on high: crd ord, d vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j np1, c-acp dt n1 vdz vvi pno31, n1 crd, crd, r-crq vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 po12 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp j: (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 80
1557 who humbleth himself to behold the things that are in the Heavens, and in the Earth? This beholding is not an idle view, who Humbleth himself to behold the things that Are in the Heavens, and in the Earth? This beholding is not an idle view, r-crq vvz px31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cst vbr p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1? d vvg vbz xx dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1558 and beholding of them neither, as followeth there, ver. 7. He raiseth up the poor out of the dust; and beholding of them neither, as follows there, ver. 7. He Raiseth up the poor out of the dust; cc vvg pp-f pno32 av-dx, c-acp vvz a-acp, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz a-acp dt j av pp-f dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1559 and lifteth the needy out of the dunghil. God is not in the world as a King is in his Kingdom only. and lifts the needy out of the dunghill. God is not in the world as a King is in his Kingdom only. cc vvz dt j av pp-f dt n1. np1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 av-j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1560 A King is a body, that must occupy, and take up but one space; A King is a body, that must occupy, and take up but one Molle; dt n1 vbz dt n1, cst vmb vvi, cc vvb a-acp p-acp crd n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1561 there he is, and influenceth his dominions by his Laws, Edicts, and the ministry of inferiour Magistrates. there he is, and influenceth his Dominions by his Laws, Edicts, and the Ministry of inferior Magistrates. a-acp pns31 vbz, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, n2, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1562 But this great Lord is in all places, hath his hand in and upon every natural action. It is Augustines meditation: But this great Lord is in all places, hath his hand in and upon every natural actium. It is Augustine's meditation: p-acp d j n1 vbz p-acp d n2, vhz po31 n1 p-acp cc p-acp d j n1. pn31 vbz njp2 n1: (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1563 Who (saith he) hath disposed, and set in order, the members of the flea, Who (Says he) hath disposed, and Set in order, the members of the flay, r-crq (vvz pns31) vhz vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1564 and of the gnat, who hath given them life? Consider but any little beast, what you will, who hath made them? upon Psal. 147. The usual prejudice against this Doctrine in our thoughts is, that it seems to be an employment too low for the great God, to uphold the faculties of the meaner and more dishonourable part of his creatures: but Ambrose answers it well. and of the gnat, who hath given them life? Consider but any little beast, what you will, who hath made them? upon Psalm 147. The usual prejudice against this Doctrine in our thoughts is, that it seems to be an employment too low for the great God, to uphold the faculties of the meaner and more dishonourable part of his creatures: but Ambrose answers it well. cc pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno32 n1? np1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq pn22 vmb, r-crq vhz vvn pno32? p-acp np1 crd dt j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po12 n2 vbz, cst pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 av j c-acp dt j np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt jc cc av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n2: cc-acp np1 vvz pn31 av. (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1565 If it were not beneath the honour of God to make them, it is not beneath his honour to uphold and preserve them; If it were not beneath the honour of God to make them, it is not beneath his honour to uphold and preserve them; cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1566 in the mean time how doth God humble himself in these his acts of Providence? Who is like unto our God, who humbleth himself thus to behold, and look upon; in the mean time how does God humble himself in these his acts of Providence? Who is like unto our God, who Humbleth himself thus to behold, and look upon; p-acp dt j n1 c-crq vdz np1 vvi px31 p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n1? q-crq vbz av-j p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvz px31 av pc-acp vvi, cc vvb p-acp; (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1567 to care for, and look to the meanest of his creatures? to care for, and look to the Meanest of his creatures? pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvb p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2? (10) sermon (DIV3) 163 Page 81
1568 4. But this Doctrine shews us God admirable in nothing more than in his patience and long-suffering. 4. But this Doctrine shows us God admirable in nothing more than in his patience and long-suffering. crd p-acp d n1 vvz pno12 n1 j p-acp pix av-dc cs p-acp po31 n1 cc j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1569 Hath any of us an appetite to our meat and drink, a power to digest and concoct it, it is the Lord that gives it: Hath any of us an appetite to our meat and drink, a power to digest and concoct it, it is the Lord that gives it: vhz d pp-f pno12 dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc vvi, dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz pn31: (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1570 have we a power to move our tongue to speak, our feet to walk, our body to any natural actions? all this is from the Lord, who is wonderful in working. have we a power to move our tongue to speak, our feet to walk, our body to any natural actions? all this is from the Lord, who is wondered in working. vhb pns12 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, po12 n2 pc-acp vvi, po12 n1 p-acp d j n2? av-d d vbz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvg. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1571 Oh how patient is God with the drunkard, with the liar, the profane swearer, with all sorts of sinners, who use their bodies, O how patient is God with the drunkard, with the liar, the profane swearer, with all sorts of Sinners, who use their bodies, uh q-crq j vbz np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvb po32 n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1572 or the several members and parts of them, to the profaning, abusing, blaspheming of his holy name; or the several members and parts of them, to the profaning, abusing, blaspheming of his holy name; cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32, p-acp dt vvg, vvg, vvg pp-f po31 j n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1573 or in doing, or in order to the doing of any actions in the violation and contempt of his holy and righteous Laws. or in doing, or in order to the doing of any actions in the violation and contempt of his holy and righteous Laws. cc p-acp vdg, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1574 Why do they go on despising the riches of his goodness, and forbearance and long-suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth them to repentance? but after the hardness and impenitency of their hearts treasure up unto themselves wrath against the day of wrath, Why do they go on despising the riches of his Goodness, and forbearance and long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads them to Repentance? but After the hardness and impenitency of their hearts treasure up unto themselves wrath against the day of wrath, q-crq vdb pns32 vvb p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 cc j, xx vvg cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1? cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n1 a-acp p-acp px32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1575 and the revelation of the righteous judgment of God. Who will render unto every man according to his deeds, Rom. 2.3, 4, 5. Yea, and the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God. Who will render unto every man according to his Deeds, Rom. 2.3, 4, 5. Yea, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. q-crq vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd, crd, crd uh, (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 81
1576 and the Lord is not slack, as some men count slackness, but is long-suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, and the Lord is not slack, as Some men count slackness, but is long-suffering to usward, not willing that any should perish, cc dt n1 vbz xx j, c-acp d n2 vvb n1, cc-acp vbz j p-acp n1, xx vvg cst d vmd vvi, (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 82
1577 but that all should come to repentance. but that all should come to Repentance. cc-acp cst d vmd vvi p-acp n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 82
1578 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, 2 Pet. 3.10. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, 2 Pet. 3.10. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 82
1579 Thus far this Doctrine may instruct you concerning God. Secondly, It may instruct us a little concerning our selves. Thus Far this Doctrine may instruct you Concerning God. Secondly, It may instruct us a little Concerning our selves. av av-j d n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvg n1. ord, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 dt j vvg po12 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 164 Page 82
1580 I remember the Psalmist, Psal. 139, 14. cries out, I am fearfully and wonderfully made. I Remember the Psalmist, Psalm 139, 14. cries out, I am fearfully and wonderfully made. pns11 vvb dt n1, np1 crd, crd n2 av, pns11 vbm av-j cc av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1581 Certainly every one of us may see reason to cry out, O Lord! I am fearfully and wonderfully preserved; Certainly every one of us may see reason to cry out, Oh Lord! I am fearfully and wonderfully preserved; av-j d crd pp-f pno12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi av, uh n1! pns11 vbm av-j cc av-j vvn; (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1583 If a man would sit down, and think how many bones are in the body of a man, a dislocation of any of which would make his life, without speedy help, very uncomfortable to him; how many nerves, arteries, muscles; If a man would fit down, and think how many bones Are in the body of a man, a dislocation of any of which would make his life, without speedy help, very uncomfortable to him; how many nerves, arteries, muscles; cs dt n1 vmd vvi a-acp, cc vvb c-crq d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d pp-f r-crq vmd vvi po31 n1, p-acp j n1, av j p-acp pno31; c-crq d n2, n2, n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1584 how many parts, humours, &c. What offices they have, how many passages are in his body, how many parts, humours, etc. What Offices they have, how many passages Are in his body, c-crq d n2, n2, av q-crq n2 pns32 vhb, c-crq d n2 vbr p-acp po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1585 how many ways they may be stopped, what faculties and powers are in these, how these are upheld to their due operations; how many ways they may be stopped, what faculties and Powers Are in these, how these Are upheld to their due operations; c-crq d n2 pns32 vmb vbi vvn, r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp d, c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n2; (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1586 and in them, how many things are noxious to, and at enmity with man; and in them, how many things Are noxious to, and At enmity with man; cc p-acp pno32, c-crq d n2 vbr j p-acp, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1587 he would think the life, the health of every day almost a miracle, and cry out, O Lord, I will praise thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully preserved: we live by a miracle almost every hour. he would think the life, the health of every day almost a miracle, and cry out, Oh Lord, I will praise thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully preserved: we live by a miracle almost every hour. pns31 vmd vvi dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d n1 av dt n1, cc vvb av, uh n1, pns11 vmb vvi pno21, c-acp pns11 vbm av-j cc av-j vvn: pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 av d n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1588 Study this, it will much contribute to your being in the fear of the Lord all the day-long. Study this, it will much contribute to your being in the Fear of the Lord all the daylong. n1 d, pn31 vmb d vvi p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d dt j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1589 And that is the last use that I shall make of this discourse, so far as I have carried it on. And that is the last use that I shall make of this discourse, so Far as I have carried it on. cc d vbz dt ord n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn31 a-acp. (10) sermon (DIV3) 165 Page 82
1590 Learn here what an Argument this point affords. 1. For the defaming of all sin, and disobedience to the divine will. Learn Here what an Argument this point affords. 1. For the defaming of all since, and disobedience to the divine will. vvb av q-crq dt n1 d n1 vvz. crd p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 166 Page 82
1591 2. For the promoving of piety, indeed in all the parts of it. First. 2. For the promoving of piety, indeed in all the parts of it. First. crd p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1, av p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pn31. ord. (10) sermon (DIV3) 168 Page 82
1592 How should this defame sin to every ingenuous soul, and that two ways. 1. As it sheweth it to be a most audacious daring of a just and holy God. How should this defame since to every ingenuous soul, and that two ways. 1. As it shows it to be a most audacious daring of a just and holy God. q-crq vmd d vvi n1 p-acp d j n1, cc d crd n2. crd p-acp pn31 vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi dt av-ds j j-vvg pp-f dt j cc j np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 82
1593 I remember a passage God useth to his ancient people the Jews, Hos. 2.9, She did not know that I gave her her corn, wine and oyl, which she prepared for Baal; I Remember a passage God uses to his ancient people the jews, Hos. 2.9, She did not know that I gave her her corn, wine and oil, which she prepared for Baal; pns11 vvb dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp po31 j n1 dt np2, np1 crd, pns31 vdd xx vvi cst pns11 vvd pno31 po31 n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 82
1594 therefore will I return, and take away my corn in the time thereof, and my wine in the season thereof, Therefore will I return, and take away my corn in the time thereof, and my wine in the season thereof, av vmb pns11 vvi, cc vvb av po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 av, cc po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 av, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 82
1595 and will recover my wool and my flax given to cover her nakedness; and I will discover her lewdness in the sight of her lovers. and will recover my wool and my flax given to cover her nakedness; and I will discover her Lewdness in the sighed of her lovers. cc vmb vvi po11 n1 cc po11 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1; cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 82
1596 Doth the man who useth his tongue to lying, cursing, swearing, blaspheming, reviling, know that it is God that upholdeth that faculty by which he speaketh? Doth the glutton and the drunkard know that it is God that gives him an appetite, a power of concoction, Does the man who uses his tongue to lying, cursing, swearing, blaspheming, reviling, know that it is God that upholds that faculty by which he speaks? Does the glutton and the drunkard know that it is God that gives him an appetite, a power of concoction, vdz dt n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg, j-vvg, vvg, vvb cst pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz? vdz dt n1 cc dt n1 vvb cst pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz pno31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1597 and digestion, attraction, &c. Doth the sinner know, that it is God who giveth him air to suck in, and digestion, attraction, etc. Does the sinner know, that it is God who gives him air to suck in, cc n1, n1, av vdz dt n1 vvb, cst pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1598 and a power to suck it in? doth he know that it is God who hath given him that hand, and a power to suck it in? does he know that it is God who hath given him that hand, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp? vdz pns31 vvi cst pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vhz vvn pno31 d n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1599 and a power to move that hand, which from the malice of his heart he stretcheth out to work iniquity? Oh! what a daring of an holy and righteous God must all sinning with our bodily members be! and a power to move that hand, which from the malice of his heart he Stretcheth out to work iniquity? Oh! what a daring of an holy and righteous God must all sinning with our bodily members be! cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvz av pc-acp vvi n1? uh r-crq dt j-vvg pp-f dt j cc j np1 vmb d vvg p-acp po12 j n2 vbb! (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1639 how reasonable it is, that we should be in the fear of the Lord all the day long; how reasonable it is, that we should be in the Fear of the Lord all the day long; c-crq j pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d dt n1 av-j; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1600 Methinks the bold and daring sinner should think with himself these two things. 1. That he who gave him these natural powers, can also at pleasure take them away. Methinks the bold and daring sinner should think with himself these two things. 1. That he who gave him these natural Powers, can also At pleasure take them away. vvz dt j cc j-vvg n1 vmd vvi p-acp px31 d crd n2. crd cst pns31 r-crq vvd pno31 d j n2, vmb av p-acp n1 vvb pno32 av. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1601 2. That he can do it with the greatest ease imaginable. 2. That he can do it with the greatest ease imaginable. crd cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt js n1 j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1602 It is but the withdrawing of this hand of Providence from us, our natural powers fail; our faculties are all lost. It is but the withdrawing of this hand of Providence from us, our natural Powers fail; our faculties Are all lost. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, po12 j n2 vvb; po12 n2 vbr d vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1603 When a man is using his tongue to lye to his neighbour, to curse him, to swear profanely, and to blaspheme God; When a man is using his tongue to lie to his neighbour, to curse him, to swear profanely, and to Blaspheme God; c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi av-j, cc pc-acp vvi np1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1604 methinks he should thus think with himself, How easily can God stop my breath, withdraw that hand from my tongue which upholds my faculty to speak. methinks he should thus think with himself, How Easily can God stop my breath, withdraw that hand from my tongue which upholds my faculty to speak. vvz pns31 vmd av vvi p-acp px31, c-crq av-j vmb np1 vvi po11 n1, vvb d n1 p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vvz po11 n1 pc-acp vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1605 Methinks he should remember the instance of Ananias, and Saphira, and Zechariah the father of John the Baptist, but for a few words of unbelief. Methinks he should Remember the instance of Ananias, and Sapphira, and Zechariah the father of John the Baptist, but for a few words of unbelief. vvz pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1, p-acp p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1606 When a man is stretching out his hand to work any iniquity, methinks he should remember how easily God could do by him, When a man is stretching out his hand to work any iniquity, methinks he should Remember how Easily God could do by him, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvg av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, vvz pns31 vmd vvi c-crq av-j np1 vmd vdi p-acp pno31, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1607 as by Jeroboam, When he stretched out his hand to lay hold of the Prophet, and his hand presently withered. as by Jeroboam, When he stretched out his hand to lay hold of the Prophet, and his hand presently withered. c-acp p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd av po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n1, cc po31 n1 av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1608 If any of you lent your hand to one that were blind, or lame, and he should spit in your face, revile you, &c. would not you think it a strange daring of you? Oh! what a daring of an holy, just, If any of you lent your hand to one that were blind, or lame, and he should spit in your face, revile you, etc. would not you think it a strange daring of you? Oh! what a daring of an holy, just, cs d pp-f pn22 vvd po22 n1 p-acp pi cst vbdr j, cc j, cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po22 n1, vvb pn22, av vmd xx pn22 vvi pn31 dt j j-vvg pp-f pn22? uh r-crq dt j-vvg pp-f dt j, j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1609 and powerful God it is for a man wilfully and presumptuously to use a member of his body, and powerful God it is for a man wilfully and presumptuously to use a member of his body, cc j np1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1610 or a power, or faculty of his Soul, knowingly, and presumptuously to sin against God? Thus this Doctrine may serve to defame sin to every ingenuous soul, or a power, or faculty of his Soul, knowingly, and presumptuously to sin against God? Thus this Doctrine may serve to defame since to every ingenuous soul, cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-vvg, cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? av d n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1611 as it necessarily must be an impudent daring of a just and holy God. as it necessarily must be an impudent daring of a just and holy God. c-acp pn31 av-j vmb vbi dt j j-vvg pp-f dt j cc j np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 169 Page 83
1612 2. But it defameth it further, As it speaketh it an act of the highest ingratitude imaginable. 2. But it defameth it further, As it speaks it an act of the highest ingratitude imaginable. crd p-acp pn31 vvz pn31 av-jc, p-acp pn31 vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 j. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 83
1613 Ingratitude soundeth ill, very ill in the ears of humane nature; so ill, that an Heathen could say of it, Call a man an ingrateful man, Ingratitude soundeth ill, very ill in the ears of humane nature; so ill, that an Heathen could say of it, Call a man an ingrateful man, n1 vvz j-jn, av j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1; av av-jn, cst dt j-jn vmd vvi pp-f pn31, vvb dt n1 dt j n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 83
1614 and you call him all that is naught: it is a very great vice. and you call him all that is nought: it is a very great vice. cc pn22 vvb pno31 d cst vbz pix: pn31 vbz dt av j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 83
1615 Every sinner must say, If God had not been so good to me, I had not been so evil against him. Every sinner must say, If God had not been so good to me, I had not been so evil against him. np1 n1 vmb vvi, cs np1 vhd xx vbn av j p-acp pno11, pns11 vhd xx vbn av j-jn p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 83
1616 The Drunkard must say, If God had not assisted me to my natural action in drinking, I could not have dishonoured him by that excess. The Drunkard must say, If God had not assisted me to my natural actium in drinking, I could not have dishonoured him by that excess. dt n1 vmb vvi, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pno11 p-acp po11 j n1 p-acp vvg, pns11 vmd xx vhi vvn pno31 p-acp d n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1617 The like must every sinner say, the lyar, the swearer, the adulterer. God hath nothing to do with the obliquity of their action; The like must every sinner say, the liar, the swearer, the adulterer. God hath nothing to do with the obliquity of their actium; dt j vmb d n1 vvi, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1. np1 vhz pix pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1618 but to the action so far forth as natural, his Providence assisteth, upholding the natural faculties to their natural Operations. but to the actium so Far forth as natural, his Providence assisteth, upholding the natural faculties to their natural Operations. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 av av-j av c-acp j, po31 n1 vvz, vvg dt j n2 p-acp po32 j n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1619 And do you thus requite the Lord, O foolish people? Is this your thankfulness to God for Gods assistance of you in the use of your faculties, And do you thus requite the Lord, Oh foolish people? Is this your thankfulness to God for God's assistance of you in the use of your faculties, cc vdb pn22 av vvi dt n1, uh j n1? vbz d po22 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1620 for the necessary uses of your life? I gave thee cloth, saith God, to cover thy nakedness, thou makest it to serve thy pride; for the necessary uses of your life? I gave thee cloth, Says God, to cover thy nakedness, thou Makest it to serve thy pride; p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po22 n1? pns11 vvd pno21 n1, vvz np1, pc-acp vvi po21 n1, pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp vvi po21 n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1621 my creatures to silence thy natural passions of hunger, and thirst, and thou usest it to serve thy Luxury. my creatures to silence thy natural passion of hunger, and thirst, and thou usest it to serve thy Luxury. po11 n2 pc-acp vvi po21 j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp vvi po21 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1622 I gave thee a tongue to interpret thy mind to thy neighbour, and to praise me, I gave thee a tongue to interpret thy mind to thy neighbour, and to praise me, pns11 vvd pno21 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno11, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1623 and I assist thee in the natural use of it: thou usest it to swear, curse, to blaspheme my great and sacred name. and I assist thee in the natural use of it: thou usest it to swear, curse, to Blaspheme my great and sacred name. cc pns11 vvb pno21 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31: pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp vvi, vvb, pc-acp vvi po11 j cc j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1624 I gave thee an hand, and assist thee in the use of it, that thou mayest get bread, I gave thee an hand, and assist thee in the use of it, that thou Mayest get bred, pns11 vvd pno21 dt n1, cc vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pns21 vm2 vvi n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1625 and do the works of thy calling in order thereunto: and do the works of thy calling in order thereunto: cc vdb dt n2 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp n1 av: (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1626 thou usest it to smite with the fist of wickedness, to persecute and oppress my people. thou usest it to smite with the fist of wickedness, to persecute and oppress my people. pns21 vv2 pn31 p-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po11 n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1627 Thus the sinner turneth the gifts of God into weapons with which he fighteth against him. Thus the sinner turns the Gifts of God into weapons with which he fights against him. av dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1628 I remember a quite contrary resolution in holy David, Psal. 116, I will (saith he) take the cup, of salvation, and praise the Lord. I Remember a quite contrary resolution in holy David, Psalm 116, I will (Says he) take the cup, of salvation, and praise the Lord. pns11 vvb dt av j-jn n1 p-acp j np1, np1 crd, pns11 vmb (vvz pns31) vvb dt n1, pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1629 I know, that Poculum salutis is capable of other interpretations, which are also given according to the various fancies of Interpreters. I know, that Poculum Salutis is capable of other interpretations, which Are also given according to the various fancies of Interpreters. pns11 vvb, cst fw-la fw-la vbz j pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq vbr av vvn vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1630 But why may not we interpret it thus? I will take that very mercy which, thou hast shewed me, and use it, But why may not we interpret it thus? I will take that very mercy which, thou hast showed me, and use it, p-acp q-crq vmb xx pns12 vvi pn31 av? pns11 vmb vvi d j n1 r-crq, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11, cc vvb pn31, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1631 and improve it for thy honour and glory. and improve it for thy honour and glory. cc vvb pn31 p-acp po21 n1 cc n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1632 Certainly thus we ought to do as Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. did by her child Samuel, which she had begged and received of God. Certainly thus we ought to do as Hannah, 1 Sam. 1. did by her child Samuel, which she had begged and received of God. av-j av pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi c-acp np1, vvn np1 crd vdd p-acp po31 n1 np1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn cc vvn pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1633 She takes her child, and at the return of the year carrieth him up to Hierusalem, and saith, For this child I prayed, and the Lord heard me; She Takes her child, and At the return of the year Carrieth him up to Jerusalem, and Says, For this child I prayed, and the Lord herd me; pns31 vvz po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvz, p-acp d n1 pns11 vvd, cc dt n1 vvd pno11; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1634 hath given me my Petition which I asked of him: Therefore also I have lent him to the Lord; hath given me my Petition which I asked of him: Therefore also I have lent him to the Lord; vhz vvn pno11 po11 vvb r-crq pns11 vvd pp-f pno31: av av pns11 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1635 as long as he liveth he shall be lent unto the Lord. But of this more under the next head; as long as he lives he shall be lent unto the Lord. But of this more under the next head; c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. cc-acp pp-f d dc p-acp dt ord n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1636 to which I now come, to shew you how far what you have heard may be useful. 2. To promove piety, and that both in the internal and external acts of it, in the more immediate acts of homage, which we are to pay to God, to which I now come, to show you how Far what you have herd may be useful. 2. To promove piety, and that both in the internal and external acts of it, in the more immediate acts of homage, which we Are to pay to God, p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvb, pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq av-j r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vmb vbi j. crd pc-acp vvi n1, cc cst d p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp dt av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1637 and in all the duties of an holy and pious conversation before men, in obedience to the will of God. and in all the duties of an holy and pious Conversation before men, in Obedience to the will of God. cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1 p-acp n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 84
1638 It is not hard to understand upon this hypothesis, that God doth thus concur in the assistance of all our natural faculties, in order to the preserving of us, It is not hard to understand upon this hypothesis, that God does thus concur in the assistance of all our natural faculties, in order to the preserving of us, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst np1 vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po12 j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno12, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1640 That we should live in an exercise of faith, trust and dependency upon him; That we should love the Lord at all times. That we should live in an exercise of faith, trust and dependency upon him; That we should love the Lord At all times. cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvb cc n1 p-acp pno31; cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1641 And for acts of more external immediate homage, prayer and praise, &c. How reasonable a thing is prayer morning and evening; And for acts of more external immediate homage, prayer and praise, etc. How reasonable a thing is prayer morning and evening; cc p-acp n2 pp-f dc j j n1, n1 cc vvb, av q-crq j dt n1 vbz n1 n1 cc n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1642 doest thou not remember it is God that must concur to give thee sleep in the night, a power to breath, to move, to work, to eat, to drink, &c. and give me leave to tell you, dost thou not Remember it is God that must concur to give thee sleep in the night, a power to breath, to move, to work, to eat, to drink, etc. and give me leave to tell you, vd2 pns21 xx vvi pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno21 vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, av cc vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1643 if you do not think the sleep of the night, or a strength to labour in the day, if you do not think the sleep of the night, or a strength to labour in the day, cs pn22 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1644 an appetite to thy meat, a power to digest it, a liberty and power to breath, mercies worth the asking; an appetite to thy meat, a power to digest it, a liberty and power to breath, Mercies worth the asking; dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, ng1 n1 dt n-vvg; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1645 it is because thou hast not wanted them much: it is Because thou hast not wanted them much: pn31 vbz c-acp pns21 vh2 xx vvn pno32 d: (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1646 will you not every day have need of the use of your senses, your hands, your tongue, your feet, your ears, will you not every day have need of the use of your Senses, your hands, your tongue, your feet, your ears, vmb pn22 xx d n1 vhb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, po22 n2, po22 n1, po22 n2, po22 n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1647 & c? do not you think them mercies worth the asking? Go to the lame, & c? do not you think them Mercies worth the asking? Go to the lame, cc sy? vdb xx pn22 vvi pno32 n2 j dt n-vvg? vvb p-acp dt j, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1648 and the blind, and the deaf, and those that lye on sick-beds, and enquire of them; and the blind, and the deaf, and those that lie on sick-beds, and inquire of them; cc dt j, cc dt j, cc d cst vvb p-acp n2, cc vvi pp-f pno32; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1649 they will better instruct you in the value of these things. they will better instruct you in the valve of these things. pns32 vmb av-jc vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1650 Do not you know what to pray for so often? this Doctrine will shew you in part; Do not you know what to pray for so often? this Doctrine will show you in part; vdb xx pn22 vvi r-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp av av? d n1 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1651 pray that God would preserve your life and being, uphold your powers and faculties, &c. And Praise is as reasonable as Prayer; pray that God would preserve your life and being, uphold your Powers and faculties, etc. And Praise is as reasonable as Prayer; vvb cst np1 vmd vvi po22 n1 cc vbg, vvb po22 n2 cc n2, av cc vvb vbz a-acp j c-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1652 you are every day fearfully and wonderfully preserved. you Are every day fearfully and wonderfully preserved. pn22 vbr d n1 av-j cc av-j vvn. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1653 By whose power is it, as Peter and James said to the people when they had cured the lame man? Not by our power, By whose power is it, as Peter and James said to the people when they had cured the lame man? Not by our power, p-acp rg-crq n1 vbz pn31, c-acp np1 cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt j n1? xx p-acp po12 n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1654 but by the power of Jesus of Nazareth doth this man walk. but by the power of jesus of Nazareth does this man walk. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f np1 vdz d n1 vvi. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1655 So give me leave to tell you, it is not by your own power, nor by the meer vertue of your own faculties, with which you are born, that you sleep, walk, discourse, work, So give me leave to tell you, it is not by your own power, nor by the mere virtue of your own faculties, with which you Are born, that you sleep, walk, discourse, work, av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po22 d n1, ccx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 d n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn, cst pn22 vvb, vvb, n1, n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1656 but by the mighty power of God concurring and assisting those faculties. but by the mighty power of God concurring and assisting those faculties. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg cc vvg d n2. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1657 Particularly, you may hence conclude the reasonableness of that Religious custom, (which some have bruitishly cast off) begging a blessing upon your meat at meals, Particularly, you may hence conclude the reasonableness of that Religious custom, (which Some have brutishly cast off) begging a blessing upon your meat At meals, av-jn, pn22 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, (r-crq d vhb av-j vvn a-acp) vvg dt n1 p-acp po22 n1 p-acp n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1658 and giving thanks after receit of it. Lastly, Certainly this Meditation well digested, cannot but highly promove all manner of practical holiness. and giving thanks After receipt of it. Lastly, Certainly this Meditation well digested, cannot but highly promove all manner of practical holiness. cc vvg n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pn31. ord, av-j d n1 av vvn, vmbx p-acp av-j vvi d n1 pp-f j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 170 Page 85
1659 For what is holiness, but the obedience of the members of our bodies and powers, For what is holiness, but the Obedience of the members of our bodies and Powers, p-acp r-crq vbz n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 85
1660 and faculties of our Souls to the Will of God, the exercise of them all according to the Divine Rule, and faculties of our Souls to the Will of God, the exercise of them all according to the Divine Rule, cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f pno32 d vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 85
1661 and the end for which he gave them to us; and the end for which he gave them to us; cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp pno12; (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1662 and what can be more perswasive to this, than for us to hear, that as God hath given these powers, and what can be more persuasive to this, than for us to hear, that as God hath given these Powers, cc q-crq vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp d, cs p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp np1 vhz vvn d n2, (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1663 so God upholdeth them in exercise; so God upholds them in exercise; av np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1; (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1664 in him we live, by him every member we have moves, and we are all kept in being: in him we live, by him every member we have moves, and we Are all kept in being: p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, p-acp pno31 d n1 pns12 vhb vvz, cc pns12 vbr d vvn p-acp vbg: (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1665 may I not therefore with the Apostle conclude, Rom. 12.1, I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. may I not Therefore with the Apostle conclude, Rom. 12.1, I beseech you Therefore brothers, by the Mercies of God, that you present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. vmb pns11 xx av p-acp dt n1 vvi, np1 crd, pns11 vvb pn22 av n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, j j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz po22 j n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1666 It is reasonable that he who hath given you the Sacrifice, should smell the sweet savour of it. It is reasonable that he who hath given you the Sacrifice, should smell the sweet savour of it. pn31 vbz j cst pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pn22 dt n1, vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1667 He hath provided the sacrifice for you; He hath provided it for that end, to be a sacrifice for him; He hath provided the sacrifice for you; He hath provided it for that end, to be a sacrifice for him; pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22; pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31; (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1668 it is therefore but a reasonable Service. It is reasonable that he who planteth a Vineyard, who dresseth, keepeth, and preserveth it every day, should have some of the fruit thereof. it is Therefore but a reasonable Service. It is reasonable that he who plants a Vineyard, who dresseth, Keepeth, and Preserveth it every day, should have Some of the fruit thereof. pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n1. pn31 vbz j cst pns31 r-crq vvz dt n1, r-crq vvz, vvz, cc vvz pn31 d n1, vmd vhi d pp-f dt n1 av. (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1669 Which of you planteth a Vineyard, and Orchard, &c. and eateth not of the fruit thereof? But I shall add no more to this first part of my Discourse, concerning Gods preserving Providence. Which of you plants a Vineyard, and Orchard, etc. and Eateth not of the fruit thereof? But I shall add no more to this First part of my Discourse, Concerning God's preserving Providence. r-crq pp-f pn22 vvz dt n1, cc n1, av cc vvz xx pp-f dt n1 av? cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, vvg n2 vvg n1. (10) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 86
1670 SERMON VII. Psal. XXXVI. 6. — O Lord! thou preservest man and beast. SERMON VII. Psalm XXXVI. 6. — Oh Lord! thou preservest man and beast. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd — uh n1! pns21 vv2 n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 171 Page 87
1671 I AM discoursing concerning the first mentioned great Act of Providence, in the Preservation both of man and beast, Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. I AM discoursing Concerning the First mentioned great Act of Providence, in the Preservation both of man and beast, Ʋpholding all things by the word of his power. pns11 vbm vvg vvg dt ord vvd j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 d pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1672 I shewed you in my last Discourse, by what particular acts, God preserveth individuals of all kinds. I showed you in my last Discourse, by what particular acts, God Preserveth individuals of all Kinds. pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp po11 ord n1, p-acp r-crq j n2, np1 vvz n2 pp-f d n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1673 But Man, is to be considered yet in two notions further: Man is NONLATINALPHABET, a sociable, a political creature; But Man, is to be considered yet in two notions further: Man is, a sociable, a political creature; p-acp n1, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp crd n2 jc: n1 vbz, dt j, dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1674 and so as one of a multitude, formed into political bodies, called by the names of Kingdoms, Commonwealths, &c. He is further to be considered, and so as one of a multitude, formed into political bodies, called by the names of Kingdoms, Commonwealths, etc. He is further to be considered, cc av c-acp crd pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, n2, av pns31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1675 as a spiritual creature; capable of Divine Grace, and divers spiritual Habits, things which accompany salvation, and make him fit for the Kingdom of God, and preparing him for that blessed Eternity, which is the end of our hopes. as a spiritual creature; capable of Divine Grace, and diverse spiritual Habits, things which accompany salvation, and make him fit for the Kingdom of God, and preparing him for that blessed Eternity, which is the end of our hope's. c-acp dt j n1; j pp-f j-jn n1, cc j j n2, n2 r-crq vvb n1, cc vvi pno31 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg pno31 p-acp d j-vvn n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1676 These also must be upheld, and maintained by the power of Providence; These also must be upheld, and maintained by the power of Providence; np1 av vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1677 We are (saith the Apostle) kept by the power of God through faith to salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. My last Discourse shewed you no more than the particular workings of Divine Providence, in preserving and upholding the natural world. Let me now shew you the workings of it, in preserving and upholding the Political, and Spiritual World. We Are (Says the Apostle) kept by the power of God through faith to salvation, 1 Pet. 1.5. My last Discourse showed you no more than the particular workings of Divine Providence, in preserving and upholding the natural world. Let me now show you the workings of it, in preserving and upholding the Political, and Spiritual World. pns12 vbr (vvz dt n1) vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvn np1 crd. po11 ord n1 vvd pn22 av-dx av-dc cs dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j n1. vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j, cc j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1678 I begin with the former, and so the preserving Providence of God worketh several ways. 1. In disposing the minds of all people unto Government. I begin with the former, and so the preserving Providence of God works several ways. 1. In disposing the minds of all people unto Government. pns11 vvb p-acp dt j, cc av dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vvz j n2. crd p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1679 There are indeed some Anomalies here, some sons of Belial in all places, that will endure no yoke, There Are indeed Some Anomalies Here, Some Sons of Belial in all places, that will endure no yoke, pc-acp vbr av d n2 av, d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, cst vmb vvi dx n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1680 but generally it is not so. And the minds of men are disposed to order and Government; but generally it is not so. And the minds of men Are disposed to order and Government; cc-acp av-j pn31 vbz xx av. cc dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 87
1681 without Government Polities could not stand, the World would quickly be in confusion; there can be no order without Governours, and governed. without Government Polities could not stand, the World would quickly be in confusion; there can be no order without Governors, and governed. p-acp n1 n2 vmd xx vvi, dt n1 vmd av-j vbi p-acp n1; pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp n2, cc vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 88
1682 Governours must be spirited for the exercise of Government, and the Governed must be spirited for obedience. Both these are from the Lord, who is wonderful in working. Every one is not fit to govern; Governors must be spirited for the exercise of Government, and the Governed must be spirited for Obedience. Both these Are from the Lord, who is wondered in working. Every one is not fit to govern; n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt vvn vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. d d vbr p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvg. d pi vbz xx j pc-acp vvi; (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 88
1683 he hath not parts for it, he hath not a spirit for it. he hath not parts for it, he hath not a Spirit for it. pns31 vhz xx n2 p-acp pn31, pns31 vhz xx dt n1 p-acp pn31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 88
1684 Some are like Issachar, fit for nothing but to couch under the burthen. Others like Judah, who have hands fit to be upon the necks of their Enemies, some Are like Issachar, fit for nothing but to couch under the burden. Others like Judah, who have hands fit to be upon the necks of their Enemies, d vbr j np1, j p-acp pix cc-acp p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. ng2-jn av-j np1, r-crq vhb n2 j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 88
1685 and their fathers children shall bow down before them. and their Father's children shall bow down before them. cc po32 ng1 n2 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV3) 172 Page 88
1686 1. God by his Providence influenceth some for the exercise of Government, either from the womb, 1. God by his Providence influenceth Some for the exercise of Government, either from the womb, crd np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1687 or from the time they are called to that exercise, as it is said of Saul, 1 Sam. 10.9, when Samuel had anointed him to be King over Israel, God gave him another heart. or from the time they Are called to that exercise, as it is said of Saul, 1 Sam. 10.9, when Samuel had anointed him to be King over Israel, God gave him Another heart. cc p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd, c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1, np1 vvd pno31 j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1688 Every man hath not a spirit of Government; there is much goeth to the making up of that spirit. Every man hath not a Spirit of Government; there is much Goes to the making up of that Spirit. d n1 vhz xx dt n1 pp-f n1; pc-acp vbz d vvz p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f d n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1689 It was prophecied of Christ, Isa. 9.6, That the Government should be uppon his shoulders. It was prophesied of christ, Isaiah 9.6, That the Government should be upon his shoulders. pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd, cst dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp po31 n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1690 And Isa. 11.2, The Spirit shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom, and understanding, the spirit of counsel, And Isaiah 11.2, The Spirit shall rest upon him, the Spirit of Wisdom, and understanding, the Spirit of counsel, cc np1 crd, dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1691 and might, the spirit of knowledg, and fear of the Lord. and might, the Spirit of knowledge, and Fear of the Lord. cc n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1692 A spirit of knowledg, and of the fear of the Lord is necessary to a religious Government. A Spirit of knowledge, and of the Fear of the Lord is necessary to a religious Government. dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j p-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1693 A spirit of understanding and wisdom; A Spirit of understanding and Wisdom; dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1694 a spirit of counsel, and might, is necessary for a good civil Government. Joshua the Son of Nun, was full of the spirit of wisdom, Deut. 34 9. Every man in a Kingdom, a Spirit of counsel, and might, is necessary for a good civil Government. joshua the Son of Nun, was full of the Spirit of Wisdom, Deuteronomy 34 9. Every man in a Kingdom, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, vbz j p-acp dt j j n1. np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd crd np1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1695 or a City, or Commonwealth, hath not knowledg, and understanding, nor wisdom, and counsel, nor might, and courage fit for Government: or a city, or Commonwealth, hath not knowledge, and understanding, nor Wisdom, and counsel, nor might, and courage fit for Government: cc dt n1, cc n1, vhz xx n1, cc n1, ccx n1, cc n1, ccx vmd, cc n1 j p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1696 God giveth it only to some persons, whom he designeth to rule over men. God gives it only to Some Persons, whom he designeth to Rule over men. np1 vvz pn31 av-j p-acp d n2, ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1697 And herein is the Providence of God mightily seen, and that both in Hereditary Kingdoms and States, And herein is the Providence of God mightily seen, and that both in Hereditary Kingdoms and States, cc av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvn, cc cst d p-acp j n2 cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1698 and in those also which are Elective: 1. In such as are hereditary: ordinarily the sons of Princes are not like other men, and in those also which Are Elective: 1. In such as Are hereditary: ordinarily the Sons of Princes Are not like other men, cc p-acp d av r-crq vbr j: crd p-acp d c-acp vbr j: av-j dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr xx av-j j-jn n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1699 though under equal circumstances of Education. though under equal Circumstances of Education. cs p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1759 and the reason why they are no more is from Gods restraining influence upon unruly turbulent spirits: and the reason why they Are no more is from God's restraining influence upon unruly turbulent spirits: cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbr dx dc vbz p-acp n2 vvg n1 p-acp j j n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1700 When Gideon asked Zeba and Zalmunna, Judg. 8.18, What manner of men they were that they killed? They answered him thus, As thou art, so were they; When gideon asked Zeba and Zalmunna, Judges 8.18, What manner of men they were that they killed? They answered him thus, As thou art, so were they; c-crq np1 vvd np1 cc np1, np1 crd, q-crq n1 pp-f n2 pns32 vbdr d pns32 vvn? pns32 vvd pno31 av, c-acp pns21 vb2r, av vbdr pns32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1701 each one resembled the children of a King: each one resembled the children of a King: d pi vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1702 There is something that ordinarily appears in the faces of Princes, more of Majesty than in other men, which shews another spirit. There is something that ordinarily appears in the faces of Princes, more of Majesty than in other men, which shows Another Spirit. pc-acp vbz pi cst av-j vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, dc pp-f n1 cs p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vvz j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1703 I know that this is not universal; I know that this is not universal; pns11 vvb cst d vbz xx j; (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 88
1704 there have been Princes in the World of mean parts, courage, &c. which ordinarily happens when God hath a quarrel with a people, Eccl. 10.16, 17, Wo to thee, O Land, there have been Princes in the World of mean parts, courage, etc. which ordinarily happens when God hath a quarrel with a people, Ecclesiastes 10.16, 17, Woe to thee, Oh Land, pc-acp vhi vbn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, n1, av r-crq av-j vvz c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd, n1 p-acp pno21, uh n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1705 when thy King is a child, and thy Princes eat in the morning: when thy King is a child, and thy Princes eat in the morning: c-crq po21 n1 vbz dt n1, cc po21 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1706 Blessed art thou, O Land, when thy King is the son of Nobles, and thy Princes eat in due season, Blessed art thou, Oh Land, when thy King is the son of Nobles, and thy Princes eat in due season, j-vvn vb2r pns21, uh n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2-j, cc po21 n2 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1707 for strength, and not for drunkenness. for strength, and not for Drunkenness. p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1708 2. It is much seen in Elective governments. God by his Providence directeth, and disposeth the Electors to the choice of such persons as he hath prepared with such a spirit; 2. It is much seen in Elective governments. God by his Providence directeth, and Disposeth the Electors to the choice of such Persons as he hath prepared with such a Spirit; crd pn31 vbz av-d vvn p-acp j n2. np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz, cc vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1709 or (except in cases where God hath a design by unworthy Governours to chastise a sinful people) when they are chosen, he giveth unto them such a spirit, or (except in cases where God hath a Design by unworthy Governors to chastise a sinful people) when they Are chosen, he gives unto them such a Spirit, cc (c-acp p-acp n2 c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1) c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 d dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1710 and by his extraordinary Providence correcteth the errours of those that choose them to that employment. and by his extraordinary Providence Correcteth the errors of those that choose them to that employment. cc p-acp po31 j n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb pno32 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1711 This is a wonderful working of Divine Providence. This is a wondered working of Divine Providence. d vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f j-jn n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1712 We often see persons in Government, shewing quite another spirit and temper than they before appear'd to us to have. We often see Persons in Government, showing quite Another Spirit and temper than they before appeared to us to have. pns12 av vvb n2 p-acp n1, vvg av j-jn n1 cc vvi cs pns32 a-acp vvd p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1713 Nor is the Providence of God less seen in disposing the spirits of the Governed; That thousands, Nor is the Providence of God less seen in disposing the spirits of the Governed; That thousands, ccx vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc vvn p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt vvn; cst crd, (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1714 yea millions of people should consent to a subjection to one chief Ruler (as in a Monarchy) or to the Government of a few (as in Commonwealths), yea millions of people should consent to a subjection to one chief Ruler (as in a Monarchy) or to the Government of a few (as in Commonwealths), uh crd pp-f n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd j-jn n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1) cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d (c-acp p-acp n2), (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1715 and be willing to be ruled and governed by him, or them: yet this we ordinarily see. and be willing to be ruled and governed by him, or them: yet this we ordinarily see. cc vbi j pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc pno32: av d pns12 av-j vvb. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1716 It is the Lords doing, and it should be marvellous in our eyes: It is the lords doing, and it should be marvellous in our eyes: pn31 vbz dt n2 vdg, cc pn31 vmd vbi j p-acp po12 n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1717 and it would be so, if we would but be so considerate as to think of the variety of mens humours, fancies and passions. and it would be so, if we would but be so considerate as to think of the variety of men's humours, fancies and passion. cc pn31 vmd vbi av, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vbi av j c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2, n2 cc n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1718 Sometimes indeed God in judgment against a people, suffers a perverse spirit to mingle it self with the governed; Sometime indeed God in judgement against a people, suffers a perverse Spirit to mingle it self with the governed; av av np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt vvn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1719 there are rebellions, and mutinies, yet those for the most part are originated in oppression and violence. there Are rebellions, and mutinies, yet those for the most part Are originated in oppression and violence. pc-acp vbr n2, cc n2, av d p-acp dt av-ds n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1756 the Lord by his Providence holds them in as the Horse and the Mule with bit and bridle. When God thinks fit for the punishment of persons or Nations but a little to let loose the Reins, we see what brutish passions do discover themselves in men; the Lord by his Providence holds them in as the Horse and the Mule with bit and bridle. When God thinks fit for the punishment of Persons or nations but a little to let lose the Reins, we see what brutish passion do discover themselves in men; dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno32 p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp vvn cc n1. c-crq np1 vvz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi vvi dt n2, pns12 vvb r-crq j n2 vdb vvi px32 p-acp n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1720 But supposing no errours in Governours, that yet multitudes of people should be so willingly subject (and yet few of them for conscience sake) must needs come from the Lords influence, who is wonderful in the working for the preserving of the Politick Societies of men, which without a Political order or Government could not stand. But supposing no errors in Governors, that yet Multitudes of people should be so willingly Subject (and yet few of them for conscience sake) must needs come from the lords influence, who is wondered in the working for the preserving of the Politic Societies of men, which without a Political order or Government could not stand. p-acp vvg dx n2 p-acp n2, cst av n2 pp-f n1 vmd vbi av av-j j-jn (cc av d pp-f pno32 p-acp n1 n1) vmb av vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2, r-crq p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 vmd xx vvi. (11) sermon (DIV3) 173 Page 89
1721 2. Secondly, God preserveth men in their Political Societies, by directing them to make, and to agree in Laws proper for their Government; 2. Secondly, God Preserveth men in their Political Societies, by directing them to make, and to agree in Laws proper for their Government; crd ord, np1 vvz n2 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 j p-acp po32 n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 89
1722 as to this he upholdeth the reason of Legislators. as to this he upholds the reason of Legislators. c-acp p-acp d pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 89
1723 Laws are the rules of Government. 1. God hath given unto men a Divine Law for a Copy; Laws Are the rules of Government. 1. God hath given unto men a Divine Law for a Copy; n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. crd np1 vhz vvn p-acp n2 dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 89
1724 the Book of this, the King of Israel was always to have before him, and he was to read in it all the days of his life, Deut. 17.19. Jos. 1.8. The Divine Law concerns some generals; the Book of this, the King of Israel was always to have before him, and he was to read in it all the days of his life, Deuteronomy 17.19. Jos. 1.8. The Divine Law concerns Some generals; dt n1 pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds av pc-acp vhi p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. dt j-jn n1 vvz d n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 89
1725 but there must be many particular Laws, respecting the complexions of several Kingdoms and bodies of people: but there must be many particular Laws, respecting the complexions of several Kingdoms and bodies of people: cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi d j n2, vvg dt n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1726 In the making of which the Providence of God, and his influence is wonderfully seen, upholding the reason of the Lawmakers to the making of such Laws as are necessary and expedient, In the making of which the Providence of God, and his influence is wonderfully seen, upholding the reason of the Lawmakers to the making of such Laws as Are necessary and expedient, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n1 vbz av-j vvn, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr j cc j, (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1727 and proper for the government of such a people. and proper for the government of such a people. cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1728 It is true, as the Hebrew Doctors were wont to say, That the Spirit of God did not always touch the hearts of the Prophets; It is true, as the Hebrew Doctors were wont to say, That the Spirit of God did not always touch the hearts of the prophets; pn31 vbz j, c-acp dt njp n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd xx av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1729 so neither doth the Spirit of God always touch and direct the hearts of Legislators. God suffereth sometimes the wisdom of the wise to fail them: so neither does the Spirit of God always touch and Direct the hearts of Legislators. God suffers sometime the Wisdom of the wise to fail them: av dx vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. np1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi pno32: (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1730 impious and wicked Laws, foolish and insignificant Laws may sometimes be made, to which it were blasphemy to intitle God in any efficient causation. impious and wicked Laws, foolish and insignificant Laws may sometime be made, to which it were blasphemy to entitle God in any efficient causation. j cc j n2, j cc j n2 vmb av vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbdr n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1731 God will by these instances let us see men are but men; God will by these instances let us see men Are but men; np1 vmb p-acp d n2 vvb pno12 vvi n2 vbr p-acp n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1732 but yet there is such an ordinary influence of Divine Providence, that although some Kingdoms and Commonwealths in a Superfoetation of Laws may have some wicked and impious, others foolish and insignificant; but yet there is such an ordinary influence of Divine Providence, that although Some Kingdoms and Commonwealths in a Superfoetation of Laws may have Some wicked and impious, Others foolish and insignificant; cc-acp av pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst cs d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb vhi d j cc j, n2-jn j cc j; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1733 yet they are not deficient in such as are necessary to maintain Justice, and preserve civil order and peace. yet they Are not deficient in such as Are necessary to maintain justice, and preserve civil order and peace. av pns32 vbr xx j p-acp d c-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi j n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1734 Now although we must by no means intitle God to the wicked effects of men (which he only permits), Now although we must by no means entitle God to the wicked effects of men (which he only permits), av cs pns12 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvi np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 (r-crq pns31 av-j vvz), (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1735 nor to the follies and impertinencies of men: nor to the follies and Impertinencies of men: ccx p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1736 yet he is justly to be entitled to the wise and prudent effects of his creatures; yet he is justly to be entitled to the wise and prudent effects of his creatures; av pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1737 for good useful and necessary Laws they are from the Lord, who is wise in counsel, from whom cometh every good and perfect gift. for good useful and necessary Laws they Are from the Lord, who is wise in counsel, from whom comes every good and perfect gift. p-acp j j cc j n2 pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq vvz d j cc j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1738 If the Plowman be instructed by God with discretion, and taught, and the Thresher be instructed, If the Plowman be instructed by God with discretion, and taught, and the Thresher be instructed, cs dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc vvn, cc dt n1 vbb vvn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1739 as to the discretion he useth, by the Lord of Hosts, who is wonderful in counsel, and excellent in working (which the Prophet asserteth, Isa. 28.23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28.) Then certainly the hearts of those who are instructed to the making of Rules for the Government of the great bodies of his people, are instructed also from the Lord, who is great in Wisdom, and wonderful in Counsel. as to the discretion he uses, by the Lord of Hosts, who is wondered in counsel, and excellent in working (which the Prophet Asserteth, Isaiah 28.23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28.) Then Certainly the hearts of those who Are instructed to the making of Rules for the Government of the great bodies of his people, Are instructed also from the Lord, who is great in Wisdom, and wondered in Counsel. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg (r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd) av av-j dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1740 And herein is the mighty Power and Wisdom of God seen, in the preservation of Political Societies. And herein is the mighty Power and Wisdom of God seen, in the preservation of Political Societies. cc av vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 174 Page 90
1741 3. A third thing wherein the Providence of God is seen in the preserving of these Societies, is, In the ordinary silencing of those passions in men, which disorder and disturb all Government. 3. A third thing wherein the Providence of God is seen in the preserving of these Societies, is, In the ordinary silencing of those passion in men, which disorder and disturb all Government. crd dt ord n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, vbz, p-acp dt j vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp n2, r-crq n1 cc vvi d n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 90
1742 We justly look upon it as a merciful piece of Divine Providence, to conceal from some beasts of great use in our lives their own strength, which if known to them, would make them our masters. We justly look upon it as a merciful piece of Divine Providence, to conceal from Some beasts of great use in our lives their own strength, which if known to them, would make them our Masters. pns12 av-j vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp po12 n2 po32 d n1, r-crq cs vvn p-acp pno32, vmd vvi pno32 po12 n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 90
1743 The multitude in any Polity is as an unruly beast, and all Governments are preserved by their ignorance of their own strength, The multitude in any Polity is as an unruly beast, and all Governments Are preserved by their ignorance of their own strength, dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cc d n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1744 and the bridle of Divine Providence, by which God keeps them in and silenceth their passions, which if let loose, would quickly turn all into a tumult and confusion. and the bridle of Divine Providence, by which God keeps them in and silenceth their passion, which if let lose, would quickly turn all into a tumult and confusion. cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp cc vvz po32 n2, r-crq cs vvn j, vmd av-j vvi d p-acp dt n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1745 The Individuals of all Societies are full of boisterous and brutish passions; The Individuals of all Societies Are full of boisterous and brutish passion; dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbr j pp-f j cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1746 so as a considerate man when he looketh upon such a City as this, or any other great Political Body, so as a considerate man when he looks upon such a city as this, or any other great Political Body, av c-acp dt j n1 c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, cc d j-jn j j n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1747 and considereth how many persons are in it of unruly tempers and passions, who either know not the rules of natural Justice and Equity; and Considereth how many Persons Are in it of unruly tempers and passion, who either know not the rules of natural justice and Equity; cc vvz q-crq d n2 vbr p-acp pn31 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq d vvb xx dt n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1748 or if they know any thing of them, their lusts and passions will not suffer them to live in any just observance of them; or if they know any thing of them, their Lustiest and passion will not suffer them to live in any just observance of them; cc cs pns32 vvb d n1 pp-f pno32, po32 n2 cc n2 vmb xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 pp-f pno32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1749 will see reason to wonder how people of such heterogeneous tempers and different passions, should ever live together a year, will see reason to wonder how people of such heterogeneous tempers and different passion, should ever live together a year, vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq n1 pp-f d j n2 cc j n2, vmd av vvi av dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1750 or a month, in peace and any degrees of order: or a Monn, in peace and any Degrees of order: cc dt n1, p-acp n1 cc d n2 pp-f n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1751 nor is there any thing which holds them together but the wonderful influence of Divine Providence, silencing their passions, nor is there any thing which holds them together but the wondered influence of Divine Providence, silencing their passion, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 r-crq vvz pno32 av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vvg po32 n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1752 and restraining those lusts in men, which otherwise would set any Kingdom, City or Nation on a fire, and restraining those Lustiest in men, which otherwise would Set any Kingdom, city or nation on a fire, cc vvg d n2 p-acp n2, r-crq av vmd vvi d n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1753 and bring it quickly to an heap of rubbish and confusion. and bring it quickly to an heap of rubbish and confusion. cc vvb pn31 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1754 It was said of old, that in the degenerate state of man, Homo homini lupus, one man is a Wolf to another, It was said of old, that in the degenerate state of man, Homo Homini lupus, one man is a Wolf to Another, pn31 vbds vvn pp-f j, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, crd n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp j-jn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1755 and nothing but the Divine Hand keeps them from biting and devouring each other; and nothing but the Divine Hand keeps them from biting and devouring each other; cc pix p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz pno32 p-acp vvg cc vvg d n-jn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1757 what envy, malice, revenge, oppression, and other lusts and vices directly tending to destroy Societies. what envy, malice, revenge, oppression, and other Lustiest and vices directly tending to destroy Societies. r-crq n1, n1, n1, n1, cc j-jn n2 cc n2 av-j vvg pc-acp vvi n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1758 So as we are only preserved because these disorders are but fits of distemper, not abiding diseases in the bodies of people; So as we Are only preserved Because these disorders Are but fits of distemper, not abiding diseases in the bodies of people; av c-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn c-acp d n2 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f n1, xx vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1760 He that ruleth the raging of the Sea, and stilleth the waves thereof when they arise, ruleth also the passions of men, keeps them generally still, He that Ruleth the raging of the Sea, and stilleth the waves thereof when they arise, Ruleth also the passion of men, keeps them generally still, pns31 cst vvz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvz dt n2 av c-crq pns32 vvb, vvz av dt n2 pp-f n2, vvz pno32 av-j av, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1761 and stilleth them if at any time they rise to any exorbitant heighth: 'tis the same power that doth them both: and stilleth them if At any time they rise to any exorbitant height: it's the same power that does them both: cc vvz pno32 cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb p-acp d j n1: pn31|vbz dt d n1 cst vdz pno32 d: (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1762 Psalm 65.7, Thou stillest the noise of the Sea, the noise of its waves, and the tumults of the people. Psalm 65.7, Thou stillest the noise of the Sea, the noise of its waves, and the tumults of the people. n1 crd, pns21 js dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1763 It is God that saith, Be still, O ye inhabitants of the Islands: It is God that Says, Be still, Oh you inhabitants of the Islands: pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz, vbb av, uh pn22 n2 pp-f dt n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1764 Whence is it but from this, that there are so few murthers, rapes, &c. no more thefts and acts of Violence? We see the fear of punishment will not restrain them, Whence is it but from this, that there Are so few murders, rapes, etc. no more thefts and acts of Violence? We see the Fear of punishment will not restrain them, q-crq vbz pn31 p-acp p-acp d, cst a-acp vbr av d n2, n2, av dx dc n2 cc n2 pp-f n1? pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi pno32, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1765 as soon as God but takes off his restraint from them; as soon as God but Takes off his restraint from them; c-acp av c-acp np1 cc-acp vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 91
1766 and the consideration how unreasonable multitudes appear in their fits of disorder, is enough to convince men, that the general tie of people have not reason enough to be a law unto themselves, and the consideration how unreasonable Multitudes appear in their fits of disorder, is enough to convince men, that the general tie of people have not reason enough to be a law unto themselves, cc dt n1 c-crq j n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, vbz av-d pc-acp vvi n2, cst dt j n1 pp-f n1 vhb xx n1 av-d pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp px32, (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 92
1767 but are meerly governed and over-ruled by the influence of Gods restraint upon them, for the preservation of his people in their political Societies. but Are merely governed and overruled by the influence of God's restraint upon them, for the preservation of his people in their political Societies. cc-acp vbr av-j vvn cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 175 Page 92
1768 4. A fourth thing wherein the power of Divine Providence is eminently seen in the preservation of Men, in their Political Societies, is in discovering the secret devices, 4. A fourth thing wherein the power of Divine Providence is eminently seen in the preservation of Men, in their Political Societies, is in discovering the secret devices, crd dt ord n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp po32 j n2, vbz p-acp vvg dt j-jn n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1769 and conspiracies of men, tending to the disturbance and dissolution of Government in the places where they live: and conspiracies of men, tending to the disturbance and dissolution of Government in the places where they live: cc n2 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns32 vvb: (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1770 I still understand this in ordinary causes. When God hath a design to punish a Senacherib, he suffers the plottings of his own sons to take effect against him. I still understand this in ordinary Causes. When God hath a Design to Punish a Sennacherib, he suffers the plottings of his own Sons to take Effect against him. pns11 av vvb d p-acp j n2. c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt np1, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 d n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1771 God sometimes punisheth Rulers: sometimes he punisheth People by such sufferances, but ordinarily he doth not. God sometime Punisheth Rulers: sometime he Punisheth People by such sufferances, but ordinarily he does not. np1 av vvz n2: av pns31 vvz n1 p-acp d n2, cc-acp av-j pns31 vdz xx. (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1772 You have an hundred Treasons discovered, for one that takes effect. You have an hundred Treasons discovered, for one that Takes Effect. pn22 vhb dt crd n2 vvn, c-acp pi cst vvz n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1773 Here I might enlarge strangely, how God brings to light those hidden works of darkness, wherein the welfare of States and Kingdoms are concerned. Here I might enlarge strangely, how God brings to Light those hidden works of darkness, wherein the welfare of States and Kingdoms Are concerned. av pns11 vmd vvi av-j, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vbr vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1774 Solomon therefore gives good counsel, Eccles. 10.20, Curse not the King in thy thoughts, nor the rich (that is, the Ruler I conceive) in thy Bed-chamber: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, Solomon Therefore gives good counsel, Eccles. 10.20, Curse not the King in thy thoughts, nor the rich (that is, the Ruler I conceive) in thy Bedchamber: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, np1 av vvz j n1, np1 crd, vvb xx dt n1 p-acp po21 n2, ccx dt j (cst vbz, dt n1 pns11 vvb) p-acp po21 n1: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1775 and that which hath wings shall tell the matter; and that which hath wings shall tell the matter; cc cst r-crq vhz n2 vmb vvi dt n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1776 that is, it shall be discovered strangely and swiftly. What eminent instances of Divine Providence of this nature we had in our own Nation, especially in the reign of Queen Elizabeth, and the beginning of King James his reign. that is, it shall be discovered strangely and swiftly. What eminent instances of Divine Providence of this nature we had in our own nation, especially in the Reign of Queen Elizabeth, and the beginning of King James his Reign. cst vbz, pn31 vmb vbi vvn av-j cc av-j. q-crq j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 pns12 vhd p-acp po12 d n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n1 np1 po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 176 Page 92
1777 1. Sometimes God setteth their own Consciences on work, and they shall betray and discover themselves; 1. Sometime God sets their own Consciences on work, and they shall betray and discover themselves; crd av np1 vvz po32 d n2 p-acp n1, cc pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi px32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1778 before they fall to their work, God smiteth one of their Consciences, and they come and discover their Complices and confess their own errours: before they fallen to their work, God smites one of their Consciences, and they come and discover their Accomplices and confess their own errors: a-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, np1 vvz crd pp-f po32 n2, cc pns32 vvb cc vvi po32 n2 cc vvi po32 d n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1779 how often have we had this in our own story? 2. Sometimes their Countenances shall betray them, while they are just ready to strike the fatal stroke. 3. Sometimes a terror shall seize them, how often have we had this in our own story? 2. Sometime their Countenances shall betray them, while they Are just ready to strike the fatal stroke. 3. Sometime a terror shall seize them, c-crq av vhb pns12 vhd d p-acp po12 d n1? crd av po32 n2 vmb vvi pno32, cs pns32 vbr av j pc-acp vvi dt j n1. crd av dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1780 and their Daggers shall drop out of their hands. 4. Sometimes their own Letters shall destroy them (of which we had an eminent instance in the Powder-Treason, hatched by Papists in this Nation); and their Daggers shall drop out of their hands. 4. Sometime their own Letters shall destroy them (of which we had an eminent instance in the Powder treason, hatched by Papists in this nation); cc po32 n2 vmb vvi av pp-f po32 n2. crd av po32 d n2 vmb vvi pno32 (pp-f r-crq pns12 vhd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp njp2 p-acp d n1); (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1781 sometimes the powder shall not take fire: another time it shall miss the mark. sometime the powder shall not take fire: Another time it shall miss the mark. av dt n1 vmb xx vvi n1: j-jn n1 pn31 vmb vvi dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1782 The Monsters are sometimes brought to the birth, and the parents of them want a strength to bring forth. The Monsters Are sometime brought to the birth, and the Parents of them want a strength to bring forth. dt n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pno32 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av. (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1783 How often was Queen Elizabeth in this Nation so preserved to fulfil the word of the Lord? Job 5.12, He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, How often was Queen Elizabeth in this nation so preserved to fulfil the word of the Lord? Job 5.12, He disappointeth the devices of the crafty, uh-crq av vbds n1 np1 p-acp d n1 av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 crd, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j, (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1784 so that their hands cannot perform their enterprise. so that their hands cannot perform their enterprise. av cst po32 n2 vmbx vvi po32 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 177 Page 92
1785 5. A fifth thing I shall instance in, is Gods defeatings of the counsels of Ahitophels. All men are not alike in wisdom and counsel: 5. A fifth thing I shall instance in, is God's defeatings of the Counsels of Ahithophel. All men Are not alike in Wisdom and counsel: crd dt ord n1 pns11 vmb n1 p-acp, vbz npg1 n2-vvg pp-f dt vvz pp-f npg1. d n2 vbr xx av-j p-acp n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1786 God fitteth some more eminently, who are to have stations in the publick Government and Councils of a Nation. God fits Some more eminently, who Are to have stations in the public Government and Councils of a nation. np1 vvz d dc av-j, r-crq vbr pc-acp vhi n2 p-acp dt j n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1787 Amongst these, some are men of integrity and sincerity, men of publick spirits and designs, who use all their wits, parts and abilities, among these, Some Are men of integrity and sincerity, men of public spirits and designs, who use all their wits, parts and abilities, p-acp d, d vbr n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq vvb d po32 n2, n2 cc n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1788 for the general good and prosperity of people. Others are men of more private spirits, driving selfish designs; for the general good and Prosperity of people. Others Are men of more private spirits, driving selfish designs; p-acp dt j j cc n1 pp-f n1. ng2-jn vbr n2 pp-f av-dc j n2, vvg n1 n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1789 and these ofttimes are men of great craft and subtilty, whose counsels yet, should they take effect, would ruin the body politick, which they pretend to serve, and these ofttimes Are men of great craft and subtlety, whose Counsels yet, should they take Effect, would ruin the body politic, which they pretend to serve, cc d av vbr n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, rg-crq n2 av, vmd pns32 vvi n1, vmd vvi dt n1 j, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1790 whiles they serve but their own bellies, or families, or the lusts of some others in order to that end. while they serve but their own bellies, or families, or the Lustiest of Some Others in order to that end. cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 d n2, cc n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1791 Here now the Providence of God is often seen, in defeating their counsels, and that various ways: Here now the Providence of God is often seen, in defeating their Counsels, and that various ways: av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn, p-acp n-vvg po32 n2, cc d j n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1792 Sometimes by making them unacceptable, as was in the case of Ahitophel: his counsels ordinarily, were taken and followed as Oracles; Sometime by making them unacceptable, as was in the case of Ahithophel: his Counsels ordinarily, were taken and followed as Oracles; av p-acp vvg pno32 j, a-acp vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: po31 n2 av-jn, vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1793 but God makes the counsel of Hushai, though (as appeareth by the story, a friend at first suspected by Absolom ) to be more accepted. but God makes the counsel of Hushai, though (as appears by the story, a friend At First suspected by Absalom) to be more accepted. cc-acp np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp (c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp ord vvn p-acp np1) pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1794 Sometime God doth it by some more extraordinary ways, as in the case of Haman, who had both given counsel, Sometime God does it by Some more extraordinary ways, as in the case of Haman, who had both given counsel, av np1 vdz pn31 p-acp d dc j n2, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd av-d vvn n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1795 and obtained a decree against the Jews. The King shall not sleep, but spend his waking times, reading the book of the Chronicles; and obtained a Decree against the jews. The King shall not sleep, but spend his waking times, reading the book of the Chronicles; cc vvd dt n1 p-acp dt np2. dt n1 vmb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb po31 vvg n2, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1796 there he shall fall upon the place where a record is of the good service Mordecai had done. there he shall fallen upon the place where a record is of the good service Mordecai had done. a-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz pp-f dt j n1 np1 vhd vdn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1797 The King shall mistake Haman 's Courtship to the Queen, while he is making suit to the Queen for his life, The King shall mistake Haman is Courtship to the Queen, while he is making suit to the Queen for his life, dt n1 vmb vvi np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vbz vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1798 for an attempt to force her: for an attempt to force her: p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1799 Thus Haman shall be defeated in his designs, and it shall be his own lot to be hanged upon the Gallows which he had prepared for Mordecay: nor are these the only instances. Thus Haman shall be defeated in his designs, and it shall be his own lot to be hanged upon the Gallows which he had prepared for Mordecai: nor Are these the only instances. av np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc pn31 vmb vbi po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1: ccx vbr d dt j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1800 There is no Kingdom, no Age, in which observing persons will not observe some instance or other of this nature, There is no Kingdom, no Age, in which observing Persons will not observe Some instance or other of this nature, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1, p-acp r-crq vvg n2 vmb xx vvi d n1 cc n-jn pp-f d n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1801 for the preservation of the Political societies of men. for the preservation of the Political societies of men. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 178 Page 93
1802 Sixthly, The power of divine Providence in preserving Political societies, is eminently seen in ballancing and diverting opposite powers. Sixthly, The power of divine Providence in preserving Political societies, is eminently seen in balancing and diverting opposite Powers. j, dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg j n2, vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg cc vvg j-jn n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1803 It is wonderful to observe how God ballanceth one Nation against another; It is wondered to observe how God balanceth one nation against Another; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vvz crd n1 p-acp n-jn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1804 sometimes by natural scituation, sometimes by voluntary associations. We in England are an instance of the former. sometime by natural situation, sometime by voluntary associations. We in England Are an instance of the former. av p-acp j n1, av p-acp j-jn n2. pns12 p-acp np1 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1805 All the Kingdoms about us are larger and more mighty than we are; France, Spain, &c. far more populous. All the Kingdoms about us Are larger and more mighty than we Are; France, Spain, etc. Far more populous. av-d dt n2 p-acp pno12 vbr jc cc av-dc j cs pns12 vbr; np1, np1, av av-j av-dc j. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1806 God hath ballanced us with them by our scituation. God hath balanced us with them by our situation. np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1807 We are an Island, we are powerful in Shipping, they cannot march an army by land against us: We Are an Island, we Are powerful in Shipping, they cannot march an army by land against us: pns12 vbr dt n1, pns12 vbr j p-acp n-vvg, pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno12: (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 93
1808 that keeps us at some proportion with them, and from being a prey to them, often gaping for us. that keeps us At Some proportion with them, and from being a prey to them, often gaping for us. cst vvz pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp pno32, av vvg p-acp pno12. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1809 Others God hath scituated in Countries full of Rocks, and Mountains, and Waters; Others God hath situated in Countries full of Rocks, and Mountains, and Waters; n2-jn n1 vhz vvn p-acp ng1 j pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1810 by which natural Fortifications they are ballanced with the far greater fleshly power of their Enemies. by which natural Fortifications they Are balanced with the Far greater fleshly power of their Enemies. p-acp r-crq j n2 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt av-j jc j n1 pp-f po32 n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1811 Thus God preserved his people in Epirus from the overflowing flood of the Turkish Power: Thus God preserved his people in Epirus from the overflowing flood of the Turkish Power: av np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt jp n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1812 In Holland, from the attempts of the Spaniard 40 years together, a Nation far more great and mighty than they. In Holland, from the attempts of the Spaniard 40 Years together, a nation Far more great and mighty than they. p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1 crd n2 av, dt n1 av-j av-dc j cc j cs pns32. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1813 Thus he hath preserved his Church, his little flock in the Valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne. As Solomon saith, Thus he hath preserved his Church, his little flock in the Valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne. As Solomon Says, av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, po31 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1. p-acp np1 vvz, (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1814 because the Conies are a feeble people, they have their habitation in the Rocks: Because the Conies Are a feeble people, they have their habitation in the Rocks: c-acp dt n2 vbr dt j n1, pns32 vhb po32 n1 p-acp dt n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1815 So where God hath had a little people, a feeble people, his Providence hath for their habitation allowed them the natural defences of mountains, So where God hath had a little people, a feeble people, his Providence hath for their habitation allowed them the natural defences of Mountains, av c-crq np1 vhz vhn dt j n1, dt j n1, po31 n1 vhz p-acp po32 n1 vvd pno32 dt j n2 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1816 and the inaccessible paths of Rocks. and the inaccessible paths of Rocks. cc dt j n2 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1817 Others he ballanceth with the far greater power of their adversaries, by voluntary confederacies and consociations: Others he balanceth with the Far greater power of their Adversaries, by voluntary confederacies and consociations: ng2-jn pns31 vvz p-acp dt av-j jc n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1818 were they singly to be encountred, they would quickly be swallowed up; were they singly to be encountered, they would quickly be swallowed up; vbdr pns32 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vmd av-j vbi vvn a-acp; (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1819 but they join in league with others, and so make a proportion to their Potent Adversaries. but they join in league with Others, and so make a proportion to their Potent Adversaries. cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, cc av vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1820 Some he ballanceth by giving them a more extraordinary strength, spirit, courage; some he balanceth by giving them a more extraordinary strength, Spirit, courage; d pns31 vvz p-acp vvg pno32 dt av-dc j n1, n1, n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1821 that one will chase ten, and ten an hundred, and an hundred a thousand, and a thousand shall put ten thousand of their Enemies in flight. that one will chase ten, and ten an hundred, and an hundred a thousand, and a thousand shall put ten thousand of their Enemies in flight. d pi vmb vvi crd, cc crd cc crd, cc dt crd dt crd, cc dt crd vmb vvi crd crd pp-f po32 n2 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1822 Some are stronger in Land-forces, but weak as to Naval-forces; others strong in Naval-forces, but weaker in Land-forces: some Are Stronger in Land forces, but weak as to Naval forces; Others strong in Naval forces, but Weaker in Land forces: d vbr jc p-acp n2, cc-acp j c-acp p-acp n2; n2-jn j p-acp n2, cc-acp jc p-acp n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1823 till the period of a Nation comes (for Nations have their periods) he ballanceth all Political Societies one way or other, according to the variety of his infinite wisdom. 2. Another way is by Diversion; you have many instances of this in Scripture. till the Period of a nation comes (for nations have their periods) he balanceth all Political Societies one Way or other, according to the variety of his infinite Wisdom. 2. another Way is by Diversion; you have many instances of this in Scripture. c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz (c-acp n2 vhb po32 n2) pns31 vvz d j n2 crd n1 cc n-jn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. crd j-jn n1 vbz p-acp n1; pn22 vhb d n2 pp-f d p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1824 How often hath God thus preserved us in Europe, from the overflowing flood of the Turks, by stirring up the Persians to invade him, by suffering rebellions amongst tho•e that are his own Subjects. How often hath God thus preserved us in Europe, from the overflowing flood of the Turks, by stirring up the Persians to invade him, by suffering rebellions among tho•e that Are his own Subject's. uh-crq av vhz np1 av vvn pno12 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp vvg a-acp dt npg1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp n1 cst vbr po31 d n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1825 But I shall contract this discourse, much will fall into my following discourse of Governing Providence. But I shall contract this discourse, much will fallen into my following discourse of Governing Providence. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi d n1, d vmb vvi p-acp po11 j-vvg n1 pp-f vvg n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 179 Page 94
1826 7. The last thing which I shall instance in, wherein the Providence of God is seen in the preserving of men in their Political Societies, is, in giving unto men wisdom, 7. The last thing which I shall instance in, wherein the Providence of God is seen in the preserving of men in their Political Societies, is, in giving unto men Wisdom, crd dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vmb n1 p-acp, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n2, vbz, p-acp vvg p-acp n2 n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 94
1827 and disposing of them to several Arts, Trades, Mysteries, and Occupations, by which they become mutually serviceable one to another, and disposing of them to several Arts, Trades, Mysteres, and Occupations, by which they become mutually serviceable one to Another, cc vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp j n2, n2, n2, cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av-j j pi p-acp n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 94
1828 and contribute to the upholding the societies in which they live. and contribute to the upholding the societies in which they live. cc vvi p-acp dt vvg dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb. (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 94
1829 Here are two things, in both which, the Providence of God is eminent to every eye which wistly observeth it. Here Are two things, in both which, the Providence of God is eminent to every eye which wistly observeth it. av vbr crd n2, p-acp d r-crq, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp d n1 r-crq av vvz pn31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 94
1830 There is nothing more evident than that there is a variety of Arts, Mysteries, Trades, There is nothing more evident than that there is a variety of Arts, Mysteres, Trades, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 95
1831 and Occupations useful for man, by some of which he is supplied with things necessary for food and rayment; and Occupations useful for man, by Some of which he is supplied with things necessary for food and raiment; cc n2 j p-acp n1, p-acp d pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n2 j p-acp n1 cc n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 95
1832 by others of them, with things for delight and ornament: by Others of them, with things for delight and ornament: p-acp ng2-jn pp-f pno32, p-acp n2 p-acp n1 cc n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 95
1833 both the one and the other, if not necessary for individuals, yet are necessary for preserving a Polity consisting of multitudes. both the one and the other, if not necessary for individuals, yet Are necessary for preserving a Polity consisting of Multitudes. d dt crd cc dt n-jn, cs xx j p-acp n2, av vbr j p-acp vvg dt n1 vvg pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 180 Page 95
1834 Now, 1. The wisdom, by which men work in these several Arts, Mysteries, and Occupations, and by which men follow these several Trades, is from the Lord. Now, 1. The Wisdom, by which men work in these several Arts, Mysteres, and Occupations, and by which men follow these several Trades, is from the Lord. av, crd dt n1, p-acp r-crq n2 vvb p-acp d j n2, n2, cc n2, cc p-acp r-crq n2 vvb d j n2, vbz p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1835 The Prophet Isaiah tells us, the discretion of the Plow-man, and of the Thresher is from him. The Prophet Isaiah tells us, the discretion of the Plowman, and of the Thresher is from him. dt n1 np1 vvz pno12, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1836 God called by name Bezaliel, the Son of Uri, and he was filled with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, God called by name Bezaliel, the Son of Uri, and he was filled with the Spirit of God, in Wisdom, np1 vvn p-acp n1 np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1837 and in understanding, and in knowledg, and in all manner of workmanship: and to devise curious works, to work in gold, in silver, and in brass: and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship: and to devise curious works, to work in gold, in silver, and in brass: cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: cc pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1838 And in cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cunning work, Exod. 35.31, 32, 33, 34. and it is said, that God filled him and Aholiab with wisdom of heart to work all manner of work of the engraver, and of the cunning workman; And in cutting of stones, to Set them, and in carving of wood, to make any manner of cunning work, Exod 35.31, 32, 33, 34. and it is said, that God filled him and Aholiab with Wisdom of heart to work all manner of work of the Engraver, and of the cunning workman; cc p-acp vvg pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc p-acp vvg pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd cc pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vvd pno31 cc np1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt jc, cc pp-f dt j-jn n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1839 and of the embroiderer, in blue, purple, and in scarlet, and in fine linnen, and of the weaver, and of the embroiderer, in blue, purple, and in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, cc pp-f dt n1, p-acp j-jn, j-jn, cc p-acp j-jn, cc p-acp j n1, cc pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1840 even of them that do any work, and devise any cunning work, v. 35. 2. The Providence of God in this thing is eminently discerned, in disposing men to these several employments. even of them that do any work, and devise any cunning work, v. 35. 2. The Providence of God in this thing is eminently discerned, in disposing men to these several employments. av pp-f pno32 cst vdb d n1, cc vvi d j-jn n1, n1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbz av-j vvn, p-acp vvg n2 p-acp d j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 181 Page 95
1841 So that as in the natural body, there are several members, and every member is inclined, So that as in the natural body, there Are several members, and every member is inclined, av cst a-acp p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbr j n2, cc d n1 vbz vvn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1842 and naturally disposed to its particular office; by which the several uses and necessities of the body-natural are supplied. and naturally disposed to its particular office; by which the several uses and necessities of the body-natural Are supplied. cc av-j vvn p-acp po31 j n1; p-acp r-crq dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j vbr vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1843 So in bodies politick, as there is a great variety of members, so the several members of it are, by the wise Providence of God, disposed and inclined to the learning and practice of several Arts and Sciences, Trades and Occupations; So in bodies politic, as there is a great variety of members, so the several members of it Are, by the wise Providence of God, disposed and inclined to the learning and practice of several Arts and Sciences, Trades and Occupations; av p-acp n2 j, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, av dt j n2 pp-f pn31 vbr, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1844 by which, the uses of the whole are supplied, as well as the several individuals in the Society enabled to get themselves a subsistence, by which, the uses of the Whole Are supplied, as well as the several individuals in the Society enabled to get themselves a subsistence, p-acp r-crq, dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbr vvn, c-acp av c-acp dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi px32 dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1845 yet in the service of the publick: This is a great piece of Divine Providence. One man is disposed to husbandry; yet in the service of the public: This is a great piece of Divine Providence. One man is disposed to Husbandry; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j: d vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. crd n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1846 unless some were so disposed, however slavish and dirty the employment be, the Nation could not be fed: unless Some were so disposed, however slavish and dirty the employment be, the nation could not be fed: cs d vbdr av vvn, c-acp j cc j dt n1 vbi, dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn: (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1847 others to the making of Cloaths, and Stuffs, and Linnens; Others to the making of Clothes, and Stuffs, and Linens; n2-jn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2, cc vvz, cc n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1848 if none were so disposed, though the whole might be fed, they could not be cloathed. One works in iron and brass for more necessary uses; if none were so disposed, though the Whole might be fed, they could not be clothed. One works in iron and brass for more necessary uses; cs pix vbdr av vvn, cs dt j-jn vmd vbi vvn, pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn. crd n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp av-dc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1849 another in gold and silver for Ornaments, and more fine and delicate uses. One man is disposed to study Physick, Law, Divinity, and cannot endure hard labour: Another in gold and silver for Ornament, and more fine and delicate uses. One man is disposed to study Physic, Law, Divinity, and cannot endure hard labour: j-jn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cc av-dc j cc j n2. crd n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1, n1, n1, cc vmbx vvi j n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1850 another is of a more slavish and servile disposition, no ways disposed to learning and studies: Another is of a more slavish and servile disposition, no ways disposed to learning and studies: n-jn vbz pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1, dx n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 95
1851 All this is from the Lord, and by this working of his Providence, the uses of all are supplied, All this is from the Lord, and by this working of his Providence, the uses of all Are supplied, d d vbz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, dt n2 pp-f d vbr vvn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1852 and so Political Societies are by this means preserved. We have now considered man, 1. In his single and individual capacity: and so Political Societies Are by this means preserved. We have now considered man, 1. In his single and Individu capacity: cc av j n2 vbr p-acp d n2 vvn. pns12 vhb av vvn n1, crd p-acp po31 j cc j-jn n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1853 And. 2. In his Social and Political capacity; and shewn you several acts of Divine Providence, by which God, in either, preserveth him. And. 2. In his Social and Political capacity; and shown you several acts of Divine Providence, by which God, in either, Preserveth him. cc crd p-acp po31 np1 cc j n1; cc vvn pn22 j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq np1, p-acp d, vvz pno31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1854 But we have yet a third capacity to consider him in, that is, his spiritual capacity, as a creature possessed of the grace of God, the Grace of Justification, and the Grace of Sanctification. As to this he is in a peculiar sense Gods creature, often, by Saint John, said to be born of God: and as to this likewise he is preserved by God, 1 Pet. 1.5, You are kept by the power of God, through faith to salvation. But we have yet a third capacity to Consider him in, that is, his spiritual capacity, as a creature possessed of the grace of God, the Grace of Justification, and the Grace of Sanctification. As to this he is in a peculiar sense God's creature, often, by Saint John, said to be born of God: and as to this likewise he is preserved by God, 1 Pet. 1.5, You Are kept by the power of God, through faith to salvation. cc-acp pns12 vhb av dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, cst vbz, po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. c-acp p-acp d pns31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 ng1 n1, av, p-acp n1 np1, vvd p-acp vbb vvn pp-f np1: cc c-acp p-acp d av pns31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, vvn np1 crd, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1855 Indeed, a discourse upon this properly belongs to the specialties of Providence, of which, I may possibly hereafter speak distinctly; Indeed, a discourse upon this properly belongs to the specialties of Providence, of which, I may possibly hereafter speak distinctly; av, dt n1 p-acp d av-j vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb av-j av vvb av-j; (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1856 but not knowing whether I shall reach to that, something (though more shortly and generally) I shall speak to it here. but not knowing whither I shall reach to that, something (though more shortly and generally) I shall speak to it Here. cc-acp xx vvg cs pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d, pi (c-acp av-dc av-j cc av-j) pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 av. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1857 Grace in the Soul of a man, or woman, is a noble creature, and one of those things that are upheld by the mighty power of God. Grace in the Soul of a man, or woman, is a noble creature, and one of those things that Are upheld by the mighty power of God. n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1, vbz dt j n1, cc crd pp-f d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1858 Now that which I have to do is to consider, How the Providence of God worketh in upholding this noble creature in those individual souls, into which he hath breathed this breath of spiritual life. Now that which I have to do is to Consider, How the Providence of God works in upholding this noble creature in those Individu Souls, into which he hath breathed this breath of spiritual life. av cst r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi vbz pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp vvg d j n1 p-acp d j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1859 Let me shew you this in a few particulars. Let me show you this in a few particulars. vvb pno11 vvi pn22 d p-acp dt d n2-j. (11) sermon (DIV3) 182 Page 96
1860 1. God preserveth man in his spiritual life and capacity, by a daily repeating to him his gracious acts, in the pardon of sin, 1. God Preserveth man in his spiritual life and capacity, by a daily repeating to him his gracious acts, in the pardon of since, crd np1 vvz n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt av-j vvg p-acp pno31 po31 j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1861 and reckoning of Christs righteousness to him. and reckoning of Christ righteousness to him. cc vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1862 It hath been a Question betwixt Arminians, Papists, and Calvinists, Whether there can be an intercision of the state of Justification? Whether a soul once justified can again be not justified? We say No. The gifts and callings of God are without repentance; It hath been a Question betwixt Arminians, Papists, and Calvinists, Whither there can be an intercision of the state of Justification? Whither a soul once justified can again be not justified? We say No. The Gifts and callings of God Are without Repentance; pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 p-acp njp2, njp2, cc np1, cs pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1? cs dt n1 a-acp vvn vmb av vbb xx vvn? pns12 vvb n1 dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1863 whom he loveth he loveth to the end: whom he loves he loves to the end: ro-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1864 Well, but how can this be? for who liveth and sinneth not? The righteous falleth seven times in a day. Well, but how can this be? for who lives and Sinneth not? The righteous falls seven times in a day. av, cc-acp q-crq vmb d vbi? p-acp r-crq vvz cc vvz xx? dt j vvz crd n2 p-acp dt n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1865 If Justification be not repeated, how can a soul be justified? We say, Though the state abide, If Justification be not repeated, how can a soul be justified? We say, Though the state abide, cs n1 vbb xx vvn, q-crq vmb dt n1 vbi vvn? pns12 vvb, cs dt n1 vvi, (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1866 yet Gods gracious acts are repeated. Sin is not pardoned before it is committed; but when commited, it is pardoned by a repetition of an act of Grace. Justification speaks a state; this is not repeated: yet God's gracious acts Are repeated. since is not pardoned before it is committed; but when committed, it is pardoned by a repetition of an act of Grace. Justification speaks a state; this is not repeated: av n2 j n2 vbr vvn. n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pn31 vbz vvn; p-acp c-crq vvn, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 vvz dt n1; d vbz xx vvn: (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1867 but remission of sin, is an act of Grace frequently repeated; and the imputing of Christs righteousness is an act often repeated. but remission of since, is an act of Grace frequently repeated; and the imputing of Christ righteousness is an act often repeated. cc-acp n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvn; cc dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1 vbz dt n1 av vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1868 We are not daily created or born, as to our natural life, but we are daily preserved: We Are not daily created or born, as to our natural life, but we Are daily preserved: pns12 vbr xx av-j vvn cc vvn, c-acp p-acp po12 j n1, cc-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn: (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1869 so God puts the believer once into a state of Justification, that abides and faileth not; so God puts the believer once into a state of Justification, that abides and Faileth not; av np1 vvz dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz cc vvz xx; (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 96
1870 but we should fall from it every day, did not God continue us in it, by the repetition of these gracious acts. but we should fallen from it every day, did not God continue us in it, by the repetition of these gracious acts. cc-acp pns12 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 d n1, vdd xx np1 vvi pno12 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 97
1871 We need a continual pardoning, a continual imputation of the righteousness of Christ, to preserve our spiritual life, We need a continual pardoning, a continual imputation of the righteousness of christ, to preserve our spiritual life, pns12 vvb dt j vvg, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po12 j n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 97
1872 as we need continual acts of Providence to preserve and to uphold our souls in their natural life. as we need continual acts of Providence to preserve and to uphold our Souls in their natural life. c-acp pns12 vvb j n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po32 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 97
1873 Thus every day it is God that justifieth. Thus every day it is God that Justifieth. av d n1 pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz. (11) sermon (DIV3) 183 Page 97
1874 2. God preserveth his Church and particular souls, as to their spiritual life, by a daily infusion of those habits of grace, which are necessary in those souls that are ordained unto life, 2. God Preserveth his Church and particular Souls, as to their spiritual life, by a daily infusion of those habits of grace, which Are necessary in those Souls that Are ordained unto life, crd np1 vvz po31 n1 cc j n2, a-acp p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1875 as the principles of those operations by which they must attain this life, and by increasing these habits in them. as the principles of those operations by which they must attain this life, and by increasing these habits in them. c-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb vvi d n1, cc p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1877 2. By perfecting their graces. The first respecteth the collective body of his Church, and is called in Scripture, an adding to the Church such as shall be saved; 2. By perfecting their graces. The First respecteth the collective body of his Church, and is called in Scripture, an adding to the Church such as shall be saved; crd p-acp vvg po32 n2. dt ord vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt vvg p-acp dt n1 d c-acp vmb vbi vvn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1878 a working of faith in all them that are ordained unto eternal salvation: a working of faith in all them that Are ordained unto Eternal salvation: dt n-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp d pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp j n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1879 without this the Church of God must perish, and fail from the earth in a short time. without this the Church of God must perish, and fail from the earth in a short time. p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1880 Gods people are mortal, even as others. God's people Are Mortal, even as Others. npg1 n1 vbr j-jn, av c-acp n2-jn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1881 Now God so ordereth it in his Providence, that there is a succession. One generation of believers passeth, another cometh; Now God so Ordereth it in his Providence, that there is a succession. One generation of believers passes, Another comes; av np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1. crd n1 pp-f n2 vvz, j-jn vvz; (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1882 and thus God hath a seed kept alive in the Earth. 2. God also doth it as to individuals, by a daily infusion of gracious habits, further strengthening and quickening them to their spiritual operations, Phil. 4.13, I can do all things (saith the Apostle) through Christ that strengtheneth me: and thus God hath a seed kept alive in the Earth. 2. God also does it as to individuals, by a daily infusion of gracious habits, further strengthening and quickening them to their spiritual operations, Philip 4.13, I can do all things (Says the Apostle) through christ that strengtheneth me: cc av np1 vhz dt n1 vvd j p-acp dt n1. crd np1 av vdz pn31 a-acp p-acp n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, av-j vvg cc n-vvg pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, np1 crd, pns11 vmb vdi d n2 (vvz dt n1) p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11: (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1883 believers, Eph. 3.16, are strengthened with might by his Spirit. believers, Ephesians 3.16, Are strengthened with might by his Spirit. n2, np1 crd, vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1884 God upholdeth his own seed in the soul, and bloweth up the sparks which himself hath kindled. God upholds his own seed in the soul, and blows up the sparks which himself hath kindled. np1 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz a-acp dt n2 r-crq px31 vhz vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 184 Page 97
1885 3. Gods Providence in the preservation of men in their spiritual capacity, is seen, in the upholding and maintaining his word and ordinances, upon which the souls of his people live. 3. God's Providence in the preservation of men in their spiritual capacity, is seen, in the upholding and maintaining his word and ordinances, upon which the Souls of his people live. crd npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n1, vbz vvn, p-acp dt vvg cc vvg po31 n1 cc n2, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvi. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1886 As the body liveth by bread, as to its natural capacity; so the soul liveth by the word of God, as to its spiritual capacity. As the body lives by bred, as to its natural capacity; so the soul lives by the word of God, as to its spiritual capacity. p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1; av dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp po31 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1887 By these things men live (saith Hezekiah). I know some interpret that passage concerning afflictions: but others concerning the promises. Now the Providence of God hath been, By these things men live (Says Hezekiah). I know Some interpret that passage Concerning afflictions: but Others Concerning the promises. Now the Providence of God hath been, p-acp d n2 n2 vvb (vvz np1). pns11 vvb d vvi cst n1 vvg n2: p-acp n2-jn vvg dt n2. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1888 and is eminently seen, in maintaining of his word; the written word, the word preached; in taking care that his people have had a succession of Ministers. and is eminently seen, in maintaining of his word; the written word, the word preached; in taking care that his people have had a succession of Ministers. cc vbz av-j vvn, p-acp vvg pp-f po31 n1; dt j-vvn n1, dt n1 vvd; p-acp vvg n1 cst po31 n1 vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1889 Before the Books of Moses were written, God provided for the souls of his people by a word not written: Before the Books of Moses were written, God provided for the Souls of his people by a word not written: p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn, np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 xx vvn: (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1890 since, by a written word, and that most eminently, since the whole Scripture was written, since which time Prophecy; and unwritten Revelations are much ceased, not further to be expected. since, by a written word, and that most eminently, since the Whole Scripture was written, since which time Prophecy; and unwritten Revelations Are much ceased, not further to be expected. c-acp, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc cst av-ds av-j, c-acp dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn, c-acp r-crq n1 n1; cc j n2 vbr av-d vvn, xx jc pc-acp vbi vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 97
1891 God may yet reveal himself to some particular servants of his: but we are not to expect such Revelations, nor are they the object of faith. God may yet reveal himself to Some particular Servants of his: but we Are not to expect such Revelations, nor Are they the Object of faith. np1 vmb av vvi px31 p-acp d j n2 pp-f po31: cc-acp pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi d n2, ccx vbr pns32 dt n1 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1892 Now herein hath the stupendous Providence of God been eminently seen; Now herein hath the stupendous Providence of God been eminently seen; av av vhz dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbn av-j vvn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1893 that when so many thousand books wrote since the Scriptures were written, are lost, and there is no memorial almost of them; that when so many thousand books wrote since the Scriptures were written, Are lost, and there is no memorial almost of them; cst c-crq av d crd n2 vvd p-acp dt n2 vbdr vvn, vbr vvn, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 av pp-f pno32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1894 and the Scriptures have had more enemies than any of them, more that have endeavoured to corrupt them, and to destroy them; and the Scriptures have had more enemies than any of them, more that have endeavoured to corrupt them, and to destroy them; cc dt n2 vhb vhn dc n2 cs d pp-f pno32, n1 cst vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32; (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
2127 but as to the manner of working they do them freely, willingly and chearfully: but as to the manner of working they do them freely, willingly and cheerfully: cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-vvg pns32 vdb pno32 av-j, av-j cc av-j: (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
1895 yet God hath preserved this storehouse of spiritual food, and kept it from corruption by the extraordinary care of the Jewish Church; yet God hath preserved this storehouse of spiritual food, and kept it from corruption by the extraordinary care of the Jewish Church; av np1 vhz vvn d n1 pp-f j n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt jp n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1896 the multiplying of translations, guiding and governing of those who have been employed in them: the multiplying of Translations, guiding and governing of those who have been employed in them: dt j-vvg pp-f n2, vvg cc vvg pp-f d r-crq vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno32: (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1897 Nor hath the Providence of God been less seen in maintaining Ministers and Teachers of his word. Nor hath the Providence of God been less seen in maintaining Ministers and Teachers of his word. ccx vhz dt n1 pp-f np1 vbn av-dc vvn p-acp vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1898 In the Jewish Church, when the ordinary officers failed, and were corrupted, God from time to time raised them up Prophets, who were his extraordinary Embassadors to teach his people. In the Jewish Church, when the ordinary Officers failed, and were corrupted, God from time to time raised them up prophets, who were his extraordinary ambassadors to teach his people. p-acp dt jp n1, c-crq dt j n2 vvd, cc vbdr vvn, np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvd pno32 p-acp n2, r-crq vbdr po31 j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1899 In Christs time, he calls Fishermen to the Apostleship: In Christ time, he calls Fishermen to the Apostleship: p-acp npg1 n1, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp dt n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1900 and in all succeeding Ages, though there have been sometimes more, sometimes fewer able, and faithful Ministers; and in all succeeding Ages, though there have been sometime more, sometime fewer able, and faithful Ministers; cc p-acp d j-vvg n2, cs pc-acp vhi vbn av av-dc, av d j, cc j n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1901 yet God hath so ordered, that there never have wanted some, and a competent number to break the bread of life, yet God hath so ordered, that there never have wanted Some, and a competent number to break the bred of life, av np1 vhz av vvn, cst a-acp av vhi vvn d, cc dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1902 and to feed his people with wisdom, and with spiritual understanding. and to feed his people with Wisdom, and with spiritual understanding. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1903 No sort of men have been more maligned, hated, persecuted, yet God hath upheld the order, No sort of men have been more maligned, hated, persecuted, yet God hath upheld the order, dx n1 pp-f n2 vhb vbn av-dc vvn, vvn, vvn, av np1 vhz vvn dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1904 and taken care for the souls of his people, that they have continually had faithful stewards of the mysteries of God. and taken care for the Souls of his people, that they have continually had faithful Stewards of the Mysteres of God. cc vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns32 vhb av-j vhn j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 185 Page 98
1905 4. The Providence of God is admirable in preserving man in his spiritual capacity, in the daily influence of his spirit attending his word, and sanctifying his institutions. The word is in it self but a dead letter; 4. The Providence of God is admirable in preserving man in his spiritual capacity, in the daily influence of his Spirit attending his word, and sanctifying his institutions. The word is in it self but a dead Letter; crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg po31 n1, cc vvg po31 n2. dt n1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1906 the Preaching of the word is far from a mean adequate to so great an effect as is the conversion and edification of souls: the Preaching of the word is Far from a mean adequate to so great an Effect as is the conversion and edification of Souls: dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt j j p-acp av j dt n1 c-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1907 God is therefore pleased to join his quickening spirit to the word, where he pleaseth, blessing and sanctifying it. God is Therefore pleased to join his quickening Spirit to the word, where he Pleases, blessing and sanctifying it. np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvz, n1 cc vvg pn31. (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1908 I am not of their judgment, who think that there is such a constant concurrence and influence of the Spirit with the preaching of the Gospel, that if men will do what in them lies, they may repent, believe, &c. I know no Scripture which will justifie that notion; I am not of their judgement, who think that there is such a constant concurrence and influence of the Spirit with the preaching of the Gospel, that if men will do what in them lies, they may Repent, believe, etc. I know no Scripture which will justify that notion; pns11 vbm xx pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvb cst pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cst cs n2 vmb vdi r-crq p-acp pno32 vvz, pns32 vmb vvi, vvb, av pns11 vvb dx n1 r-crq vmb vvi d n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1909 but certain it is, that the holy Spirit doth ordinarily join it self with the preaching of the word, but certain it is, that the holy Spirit does ordinarily join it self with the preaching of the word, cc-acp j pn31 vbz, cst dt j n1 vdz av-j vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1910 like the wind blowing where it pleaseth, and none knoweth the motion of it, convincing men of sin, of righteousness, and of judgment. like the wind blowing where it Pleases, and none Knoweth the motion of it, convincing men of since, of righteousness, and of judgement. av-j dt n1 vvg c-crq pn31 vvz, cc pix vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvg n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 186 Page 98
1911 5. Lastly, The Providence of God preserveth men in their spiritual capacities, by supplying them with strength and succour against their spiritual enemies; 5. Lastly, The Providence of God Preserveth men in their spiritual capacities, by supplying them with strength and succour against their spiritual enemies; crd ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n2 p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 j n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1912 their own flesh, the world, the Devil; all which with a variety of temptations strike at our spiritual welfare. their own Flesh, the world, the devil; all which with a variety of temptations strike At our spiritual welfare. po32 d n1, dt n1, dt n1; d r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvb p-acp po12 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1913 But this is much of kin to what I said before. But this is much of kin to what I said before. p-acp d vbz d pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp. (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1914 I shall add no more to this discourse concerning Gods Act of Providence, as in the preservation of beasts, I shall add no more to this discourse Concerning God's Act of Providence, as in the preservation of beasts, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1 vvg npg1 n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1915 so of men, and that in their single natural capacities; In their Social and Political capacities, and finally in their Spiritual capacities. so of men, and that in their single natural capacities; In their Social and Political capacities, and finally in their Spiritual capacities. av pp-f n2, cc cst p-acp po32 j j n2; p-acp po32 np1 cc np1 n2, cc av-j p-acp po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1916 I shall only add some few words of application. I shall only add Some few words of application. pns11 vmb av-j vvi d d n2 pp-f n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 187 Page 99
1917 This in the first place may inform us, How great that God must necessarily be whom we serve; This in the First place may inform us, How great that God must necessarily be whom we serve; d p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi pno12, c-crq j cst np1 vmb av-j vbi r-crq pns12 vvb; (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1918 he is the Creator of the ends of the Earth, of the Heavens, of the Seas, of all things, he is the Creator of the ends of the Earth, of the Heavens, of the Seas, of all things, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pp-f dt n2, pp-f dt n2, pp-f d n2, (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1919 and it is he who preserveth both man and beast: he preserveth all men in their single and natural capacities; this I opened before. and it is he who Preserveth both man and beast: he Preserveth all men in their single and natural capacities; this I opened before. cc pn31 vbz pns31 r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1: pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp po32 j cc j n2; d pns11 vvd a-acp. (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1920 He preserveth all men in their Political capacities, all his people in their Spiritual capacities. It is an ordinary observation in the Kingdoms and Empires of the world, that when they have grown to a great bigness, they have perished with their own bulk and weight. He Preserveth all men in their Political capacities, all his people in their Spiritual capacities. It is an ordinary observation in the Kingdoms and Empires of the world, that when they have grown to a great bigness, they have perished with their own bulk and weight. pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp po32 j n2, d po31 n1 p-acp po32 j n2. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cst c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1921 No Monarch hath been found sufficient to preserve them by his wisdom and Counsels. No Monarch hath been found sufficient to preserve them by his Wisdom and Counsels. dx n1 vhz vbn vvn j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1922 And I remember the Historian speaks of it to the great honour, and as a wonderful thing, in one of the first Roman Kings, that he put the Roman Kingdom (it was no more then) into such an order, that it was governed as if it had been but one Family. And I Remember the Historian speaks of it to the great honour, and as a wondered thing, in one of the First Roman Kings, that he put the Roman Kingdom (it was no more then) into such an order, that it was governed as if it had been but one Family. cc pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, p-acp crd pp-f dt ord njp n2, cst pns31 vvd dt njp n1 (pn31 vbds dx dc cs) p-acp d dt n1, cst pn31 vbds vvn c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn p-acp crd n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1923 But how much doth it speak the Glory and Majesty, the Immensity and Omnipresence, the Efficiency and Activity of God, who at the same time is working over all the Earth, in all the Empires and Kingdoms, in all the Cities and Towns in it, defeating Ahitophels, discovering Plots and Conspiracies, ruling the spirits of unruly men; But how much does it speak the Glory and Majesty, the Immensity and Omnipresence, the Efficiency and Activity of God, who At the same time is working over all the Earth, in all the Empires and Kingdoms, in all the Cities and Towns in it, defeating Ahithophel, discovering Plots and Conspiracies, ruling the spirits of unruly men; p-acp c-crq av-d vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp dt d n1 vbz vvg p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2, p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp pn31, n-vvg npg1, vvg n2 cc n2, vvg dt n2 pp-f j n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1924 so as the whole Universe is kept in order: so as the Whole Universe is kept in order: av c-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1925 and the thousands and ten thousands of men in it, that know not the yoke of Reason and Religion, are yet bridled by his Providence, and the thousands and ten thousands of men in it, that know not the yoke of Reason and Religion, Are yet bridled by his Providence, cc dt crd cc crd crd pp-f n2 p-acp pn31, cst vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr av vvn p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1926 and kept in some just order and decorum, and made, in stead of running one upon another, and kept in Some just order and decorum, and made, in stead of running one upon Another, cc vvd p-acp d j n1 cc n1, cc vvd, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg pi p-acp n-jn, (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1927 and destroying one another, mutually to be subservient one to another? I say, how great? how wise? how infinite? how glorious in power must this God be? and destroying one Another, mutually to be subservient one to Another? I say, how great? how wise? how infinite? how glorious in power must this God be? cc vvg pi j-jn, av-j pc-acp vbi fw-fr pi p-acp j-jn? pns11 vvb, c-crq j? q-crq n1? q-crq j? q-crq j p-acp n1 vmb d n1 vbi? (11) sermon (DIV3) 188 Page 99
1928 Secondly, Observe how much mercy passeth over our heads, which we do take little or no notice of: Secondly, Observe how much mercy passes over our Heads, which we do take little or no notice of: ord, vvb c-crq d n1 vvz p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vdb vvi j cc dx n1 pp-f: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 99
1929 We are fearfully and wonderfully preserved, and that in every capacity. I shewed you it before as to our natural capacity, few think of that; We Are fearfully and wonderfully preserved, and that in every capacity. I showed you it before as to our natural capacity, few think of that; pns12 vbr av-j cc av-j vvn, cc cst p-acp d n1. pns11 vvd pn22 pn31 p-acp c-acp p-acp po12 j n1, d vvb pp-f d; (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 99
1930 what a strange working of Providence there must be to keep our souls in life but one day: what a strange working of Providence there must be to keep our Souls in life but one day: q-crq dt j n-vvg pp-f n1 a-acp vmb vbi pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp crd n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1931 It is as much remarkable in our Political capacity. I remember, when Christ sent out his Disciples to Preach, he told them, That he sent them out as lambs amongst wolves. It is as much remarkable in our Political capacity. I Remember, when christ sent out his Disciples to Preach, he told them, That he sent them out as Lambs among wolves. pn31 vbz p-acp d j p-acp po12 j n1. pns11 vvb, c-crq np1 vvd av po31 n2 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd pno32, cst pns31 vvd pno32 av p-acp n2 p-acp n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1932 It is true indeed, not only of Gospel-Preachers, but of all sober and vertuous men, that would live in the world but according to the Laws of Reason and Moral vertue. They are in the world as lambs amongst wolves: It is true indeed, not only of Gospel preachers, but of all Sobrium and virtuous men, that would live in the world but according to the Laws of Reason and Moral virtue. They Are in the world as Lambs among wolves: pn31 vbz j av, xx av-j pp-f n2, p-acp pp-f d j cc j n2, cst vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc j n1. pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 c-acp n2 p-acp n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1933 Let but any one consider how many lewd, unrighteous, debauched men are in all places, such whose only rule is their lusts: Let but any one Consider how many lewd, unrighteous, debauched men Are in all places, such whose only Rule is their Lustiest: vvb p-acp d crd vvi c-crq d j, j, j-vvn n2 vbr p-acp d n2, d rg-crq j n1 vbz po32 n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1934 how full the world is of men that make no conscience of murthers, rapes, thefts, oppression, how full the world is of men that make no conscience of murders, rapes, thefts, oppression, c-crq av-j dt n1 vbz pp-f n2 cst vvb dx n1 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1935 and other enormities, and then stand and wonder at the Providence of God, that in any part of the world there is any thing of order and decorum observed, that men have any thing which they can call their own, that the lives of Princes or sober people are secured. and other enormities, and then stand and wonder At the Providence of God, that in any part of the world there is any thing of order and decorum observed, that men have any thing which they can call their own, that the lives of Princes or Sobrium people Are secured. cc j-jn n2, cc av vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbz d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn, cst n2 vhb d n1 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 d, cst dt n2 pp-f n2 cc j n1 vbr vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1936 What can it be attributed to, but the mighty power of Divine Providence, that we have no more murthers, rapes, thefts, &c. we see laws, punishments will not restrain all, What can it be attributed to, but the mighty power of Divine Providence, that we have no more murders, rapes, thefts, etc. we see laws, punishments will not restrain all, q-crq vmb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst pns12 vhb dx dc n2, n2, n2, av pns12 vvb n2, n2 vmb xx vvi d, (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1937 nor the same men at all times; nor the same men At all times; ccx av d n2 p-acp d n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1938 how, or whence is it, that they restrain any, or at any time? I will conclude this with what the Psalmist so often maketh the foot in that his admirable song of Providence, Psal. 107, Oh! that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, how, or whence is it, that they restrain any, or At any time? I will conclude this with what the Psalmist so often makes the foot in that his admirable song of Providence, Psalm 107, Oh! that men would praise the Lord for his Goodness, c-crq, cc q-crq vbz pn31, cst pns32 vvb d, cc p-acp d n1? pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp r-crq dt n1 av av vvz dt n1 p-acp d po31 j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, uh cst n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1939 for his wonderful works to the children of men! Oh that Princes would praise the Lord for his goodness! for his wondered works to the children of men! O that Princes would praise the Lord for his Goodness! p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2! uh cst n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1! (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1940 It is by him that they reign, that they have a days liberty to decree justice; It is by him that they Reign, that they have a days liberty to Decree Justice; pn31 vbz p-acp pno31 cst pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vhb dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi n1; (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1941 by him that the Counsels of Ahitophel are defeated, the conspiracies of ungodly men are discovered; by him that the Counsels of Ahithophel Are defeated, the conspiracies of ungodly men Are discovered; p-acp pno31 cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn, dt n2 pp-f j n2 vbr vvn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1942 that the spirits of unruly and unreasonable men are subdued under them: by him that they have wisdom to make Laws, and liberty to execute them: that the spirits of unruly and unreasonable men Are subdued under them: by him that they have Wisdom to make Laws, and liberty to execute them: cst dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32: p-acp pno31 cst pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno32: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1943 that men in their dominions are disposed into their several orders, ranks and stations, so as mutually to serve one another, and to uphold the whole. that men in their Dominions Are disposed into their several order, ranks and stations, so as mutually to serve one Another, and to uphold the Whole. d n2 p-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2, n2 cc n2, av c-acp av-j pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1944 Oh that Subjects would praise the Lord for his goodness! O that Subject's would praise the Lord for his Goodness! uh cst n2-jn vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1! (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1945 that they have wise Magistrates, good Laws, that their lives are not Sacrificed to murtherers, that their houses are not fired, that their Wives and Virgins are not ravished, that they are disposed to Trades and Occupations: that they have wise Magistrates, good Laws, that their lives Are not Sacrificed to murderers, that their houses Are not fired, that their Wives and Virgins Are not ravished, that they Are disposed to Trades and Occupations: cst pns32 vhb j n2, j n2, cst po32 n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2, cst po32 n2 vbr xx vvn, cst po32 n2 cc n2 vbr xx vvn, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2 cc n2: (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1946 that they have wisdom for them, a spirit to them. that they have Wisdom for them, a Spirit to them. cst pns32 vhb n1 p-acp pno32, dt n1 p-acp pno32. (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1947 Let every Citizen, every Subject, see and acknowledg the hand of the Lord in these things, and bless his holy name. Let every Citizen, every Subject, see and acknowledge the hand of the Lord in these things, and bless his holy name. vvb d n1, d j-jn, vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc vvb po31 j n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 189 Page 100
1948 But lastly, Let the Redeemed of the Lord, particularly, see and acknowledg the Providence of God, in the preserving of them in their spiritual capacities. But lastly, Let the Redeemed of the Lord, particularly, see and acknowledge the Providence of God, in the preserving of them in their spiritual capacities. p-acp ord, vvb dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1, av-j, vvb cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 j n2. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1949 Were it not for the preserving Providence of God, our spiritual life would be extinguished every moment: Were it not for the preserving Providence of God, our spiritual life would be extinguished every moment: vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1, po12 j n1 vmd vbi vvn d n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1950 God preserveth it by repeating his Gracious Acts in the remission of our sins, in the imputation of Christs righteousness. God Preserveth it by repeating his Gracious Acts in the remission of our Sins, in the imputation of Christ righteousness. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp vvg po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1951 Our habits of grace would weaken: we a•• preserved and kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. Our habits of grace would weaken: we a•• preserved and kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation. po12 n2 pp-f n1 vmd vvi: pns12 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1952 It is a great mercy, and deserves a great acknowledgment, that we have our lives preserved, our estates preserved, our wives and daughters preserved. But oh! It is a great mercy, and deserves a great acknowledgment, that we have our lives preserved, our estates preserved, our wives and daughters preserved. But o! pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc vvz dt j n1, cst pns12 vhb po12 n2 vvn, po12 n2 vvn, po12 n2 cc n2 vvn. p-acp uh! (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1953 how much greater is it, that we have our state of Justification maintained? Our principles of Spiritual Operations, our habits of Grace, our power to repent, believe, love God, preserved; how much greater is it, that we have our state of Justification maintained? Our principles of Spiritual Operations, our habits of Grace, our power to Repent, believe, love God, preserved; c-crq d jc vbz pn31, cst pns12 vhb po12 n1 pp-f n1 vvn? po12 n2 pp-f j n2, po12 n2 pp-f n1, po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb, n1 np1, vvn; (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1954 that the influences of Grace are continued, that we have the Word and Ordinances preserved. Let the redeemed of the Lord say, his mercy endureth for ever; let them adore preserving-Providence: that the influences of Grace Are continued, that we have the Word and Ordinances preserved. Let the redeemed of the Lord say, his mercy Endureth for ever; let them adore preserving-Providence: cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn, cst pns12 vhb dt n1 cc n2 vvn. vvb dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1 vvb, po31 n1 vvz p-acp av; vvb pno32 vvi n1: (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1955 let them consider what a subtil adversary they have, Who goeth about like a roaring Lion, seeking whom he may devour. let them Consider what a subtle adversary they have, Who Goes about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. vvb pno32 vvi r-crq dt j n1 pns32 vhb, r-crq vvz a-acp av-j dt j-vvg n1, vvg r-crq pns31 vmb vvi. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1956 What abundance of lusts and corruptions they have in their own hearts; what a law in their members, warring against the law of their minds; What abundance of Lustiest and corruptions they have in their own hearts; what a law in their members, warring against the law of their minds; q-crq n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 pns32 vhb p-acp po32 d n2; r-crq dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1957 and they will say, that the seed of God, which is in them, is wonderfully preserved. and they will say, that the seed of God, which is in them, is wonderfully preserved. cc pns32 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz p-acp pno32, vbz av-j vvn. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1958 But thus much may serve to have spoken of the first great act of Providence, which I called Preservation. But thus much may serve to have spoken of the First great act of Providence, which I called Preservation. p-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn pp-f dt ord j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 vvd n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1959 My next work is to speak concerning Government. My next work is to speak Concerning Government. po11 ord n1 vbz pc-acp vvi vvg n1. (11) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 101
1960 SERMON VIII. SERMON VIII. n1 np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 102
1961 Psal. CIII. 19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom ruleth over all Psalm CIII. 19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom Ruleth over all np1 crd. crd dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp d (12) sermon (DIV3) 190 Page 102
1962 I AM (as you know) discoursing concerning the Principal Acts of Actual Providence, which I told you were two: 1. Preservation, 2. Government. All things were at first created by a Divine word of Power: all things are preserved by a Divine Power; I AM (as you know) discoursing Concerning the Principal Acts of Actual Providence, which I told you were two: 1. Preservation, 2. Government. All things were At First created by a Divine word of Power: all things Are preserved by a Divine Power; pns11 vbm (c-acp pn22 vvb) vvg vvg dt j-jn n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 vbdr crd: crd n1, crd n1. d n2 vbdr p-acp ord vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1: d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1963 He upholdeth all things by the word of his Power (saith the Apostle). This I have done with: He upholds all things by the word of his Power (Says the Apostle). This I have done with: pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (vvz dt n1). d pns11 vhb vdn p-acp: (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1964 but Gods actual Providence doth not extend only to the upholding and the preserving of all his creatures, but God's actual Providence does not extend only to the upholding and the preserving of all his creatures, cc-acp npg1 j n1 vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp dt vvg cc dt n-vvg pp-f d po31 n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1965 but he governeth them also. Preservation respecteth their several beings and capacities: but he Governs them also. Preservation respecteth their several beings and capacities: cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 av. n1 vvz po32 j n2 cc n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1966 Government respecteth their motions and actions. For a Discourse upon this I have made choice of this Text, Government respecteth their motions and actions. For a Discourse upon this I have made choice of this Text, n1 vvz po32 n2 cc n2. p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1967 and chusing it with that design only, I do not take my self so much concerned to enquire into its relation to what went before, or followeth. and choosing it with that Design only, I do not take my self so much concerned to inquire into its Relation to what went before, or follows. cc vvg pn31 p-acp d n1 av-j, pns11 vdb xx vvi po11 n1 av av-d vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp, cc vvz. (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1968 I shall only consider it in it self: and so it giveth you an account, I shall only Consider it in it self: and so it gives you an account, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn31 p-acp pn31 n1: cc av pn31 vvz pn22 dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 191 Page 102
1990 2. Secondly, Government implieth a power invested in one or more persons in order to an end. 2. Secondly, Government Implies a power invested in one or more Persons in order to an end. crd ord, n1 vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp crd cc av-dc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
1969 1. Of the Royal Seat of the Divine residence, or place where God more gloriously manifests that Presence, which yet filleth Heaven and Earth. 1. Of the Royal Seat of the Divine residence, or place where God more gloriously manifests that Presence, which yet fills Heaven and Earth. crd pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc n1 c-crq np1 av-dc av-j vvz d n1, r-crq av vvz n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 192 Page 102
1970 He hath (saith the Psalmist) his throne prepared in the heavens. 2. The vastness of his Imperial royal influence and dominion; He hath (Says the Psalmist) his throne prepared in the heavens. 2. The vastness of his Imperial royal influence and dominion; pns31 vhz (vvz dt n1) po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n2. crd dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn j n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 192 Page 102
1971 His Kingdom (saith the Text) ruleth over all. I shall not meddle with the first part: His Kingdom (Says the Text) Ruleth over all. I shall not meddle with the First part: po31 n1 (vvz dt n1) vvz p-acp d. pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt ord n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 192 Page 102
1972 it is the second only which I have to do with. The Proposition shortly is this: it is the second only which I have to do with. The Proposition shortly is this: pn31 vbz dt ord av-j r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp. dt n1 av-j vbz d: (12) sermon (DIV3) 192 Page 102
1973 Prop. That he whose Throne is in Heaven, governeth the whole Creation. Prop. That he whose Throne is in Heaven, Governs the Whole Creation. np1 cst pns31 rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp n1, vvz dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 193 Page 102
1974 The Scripture speaketh plentifully to this point of Gods Universal dominion, 1 Chron. 16.31, Let the heavens be glad, and the earth rejoyce; The Scripture speaks plentifully to this point of God's Universal dominion, 1 Chronicles 16.31, Let the heavens be glad, and the earth rejoice; dt n1 vvz av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f npg1 j-u n1, crd np1 crd, vvb dt n2 vbb j, cc dt n1 vvb; (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1975 and let men say amongst the Heathen, The Lord reigneth. Psalm 96.10, Say amongst the heathen the Lord reigneth. and let men say among the Heathen, The Lord Reigneth. Psalm 96.10, Say among the heathen the Lord Reigneth. cc vvb n2 vvb p-acp dt j-jn, dt n1 vvz. np1 crd, vvb p-acp dt j-jn dt n1 vvz. (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1976 Psalm 93.1, The Lord reigneth, he is clothed with Majesty, &c. Psalm 97.1, The Lord reigneth, let the earth rejoyce. Psalm 93.1, The Lord Reigneth, he is clothed with Majesty, etc. Psalm 97.1, The Lord Reigneth, let the earth rejoice. np1 crd, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, av np1 crd, dt n1 vvz, vvb dt n1 vvb. (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1977 Psalm 99.1, The Lord reigneth, let the people tremble. Psalm 99.1, The Lord Reigneth, let the people tremble. np1 crd, dt n1 vvz, vvb dt n1 vvb. (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1978 An Heathen Prince acknowledgeth it, Dan. 4.3, 34. But not to multiply Texts, Reason will evince it; an Heathen Prince acknowledgeth it, Dan. 4.3, 34. But not to multiply Texts, Reason will evince it; dt j-jn n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd, crd cc-acp xx pc-acp vvi n2, n1 vmb vvi pn31; (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1979 every Superiour being hath a kind of natural right to rule over those that are inferiour to it: every Superior being hath a kind of natural right to Rule over those that Are inferior to it: d j-jn n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f j n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vbr j-jn p-acp pn31: (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1980 and God being the Supreme Being, and the Creator of all other beings too, hath a natural right to extend a Kingdom and Dominion over all; and God being the Supreme Being, and the Creator of all other beings too, hath a natural right to extend a Kingdom and Dominion over all; cc np1 vbg dt j vbg, cc dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2 av, vhz dt j n-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d; (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1981 and that not only as he is Superior to them, and greater than they are, but also as he is the efficient cause of all, the Creator of all things. But to speak more particularly: and that not only as he is Superior to them, and greater than they Are, but also as he is the efficient cause of all, the Creator of all things. But to speak more particularly: cc cst xx av-j c-acp pns31 vbz j-jn p-acp pno32, cc jc cs pns32 vbr, cc-acp av c-acp pns31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d, dt n1 pp-f d n2. p-acp pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j: (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1982 we will enquire, 1. What Government is; 2. What are the Objects of this vniversal Government and Dominion, which the Proposition ascribeth unto God; we will inquire, 1. What Government is; 2. What Are the Objects of this universal Government and Dominion, which the Proposition ascribeth unto God; pns12 vmb vvi, crd q-crq n1 vbz; crd q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d j n1 cc n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1983 3. What are those special acts, by which God exerciseth this Dominion and Government. Government implieth three things: 1. The fixing of some ends. 3. What Are those special acts, by which God Exerciseth this Dominion and Government. Government Implies three things: 1. The fixing of Some ends. crd q-crq vbr d j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d n1 cc n1. n1 vvz crd n2: crd dt vvg pp-f d n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 194 Page 103
1984 2. A power invested in some one or more persons, upon others, ordering and directing them in order to that end. 2. A power invested in Some one or more Persons, upon Others, ordering and directing them in order to that end. crd dt n1 vvn p-acp d crd cc av-dc n2, p-acp n2-jn, vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1985 3. The exercise of this Power. 3. The exercise of this Power. crd dt n1 pp-f d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1986 The end of Government amongst men, is usually the peace, quiet and settlement of a place: The end of Government among men, is usually the peace, quiet and settlement of a place: dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, vbz av-j dt n1, j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1987 Gods End is his own glory; God's End is his own glory; n2 vvb vbz po31 d n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1988 He hath made all things for himself, and he doth all things for himself, for the fulfilling of his own Counsels and Will, in order to the glorifying of his holy Name. He hath made all things for himself, and he does all things for himself, for the fulfilling of his own Counsels and Will, in order to the glorifying of his holy Name. pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp px31, cc pns31 vdz d n2 c-acp px31, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 d n2 cc n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 j n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1989 The Apostle saith, Of him, and for him are all things. The Apostle Says, Of him, and for him Are all things. dt n1 vvz, pp-f pno31, cc p-acp pno31 vbr d n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 195 Page 103
1992 Once have I spoken, yea twice have I heard it (saith the Psalmist) that power belongeth unto God. Once have I spoken, yea twice have I herd it (Says the Psalmist) that power belongeth unto God. a-acp vhb pns11 vvn, uh av vhb pns11 vvn pn31 (vvz dt n1) d n1 vvz p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
1993 He who confesseth God to be almighty, and able to do whatsoever he pleaseth, must own him to have a power sufficient for an Universal Government. He who Confesses God to be almighty, and able to do whatsoever he Pleases, must own him to have a power sufficient for an Universal Government. pns31 r-crq vvz np1 pc-acp vbi j-jn, cc j pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vvz, vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi dt n1 j p-acp dt j-u n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
1994 If we take Power for Authority, i. e. a Right to exercise a power over such and such objects, that also God hath by the very law of Nature; If we take Power for authority, i. e. a Right to exercise a power over such and such objects, that also God hath by the very law of Nature; cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp n1, sy. sy. dt n-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d cc d n2, cst av np1 vhz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
1995 Hath not the potter a power over the clay? and is not the creature the clay, and God the potter? Hath not the potter a power over the clay? and is not the creature the clay, and God the potter? vhz xx dt n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1? cc vbz xx dt n1 dt n1, cc np1 dt n1? (12) sermon (DIV3) 196 Page 103
1996 3. But thirdly, Government implieth yet something more, viz. an actual exercise of this power; and indeed this is the main: 3. But Thirdly, Government Implies yet something more, viz. an actual exercise of this power; and indeed this is the main: crd p-acp ord, n1 vvz av pi dc, n1 dt j n1 pp-f d n1; cc av d vbz dt j: (12) sermon (DIV3) 197 Page 104
1997 Actual Government is the exercise of a power, wherewith a person or persons, are invested over some persons, Actual Government is the exercise of a power, wherewith a person or Persons, Are invested over Some Persons, j n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq dt n1 cc n2, vbr vvn p-acp d n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 197 Page 104
1998 or things in order to some wise ends. But let me come to the second Question, viz. Quest. or things in order to Some wise ends. But let me come to the second Question, viz. Quest. cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2. p-acp vvb pno11 vvi p-acp dt ord n1, n1 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 197 Page 104
1999 What are the particular Objects of this Divine providential Government? The Text saith, His Kingdom ruleth over all. What Are the particular Objects of this Divine providential Government? The Text Says, His Kingdom Ruleth over all. q-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f d j-jn j n1? dt n1 vvz, po31 n1 vvz p-acp d. (12) sermon (DIV3) 198 Page 104
2000 I think that term all is to be expounded by three general heads: 1. The beings and existences of his creatures. I think that term all is to be expounded by three general Heads: 1. The beings and existences of his creatures. pns11 vvb d n1 d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp crd j n2: crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 198 Page 104
2001 2. The motions and actions of his creatures. 3. The omissions and obliquities of his creatures: 2. The motions and actions of his creatures. 3. The omissions and obliquities of his creatures: crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2. crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 198 Page 104
2002 all these (as I shall shew you) fall under the government of Providence. 1. The Beings and existences of his creatures, the production and cessation of them; all these (as I shall show you) fallen under the government of Providence. 1. The Beings and existences of his creatures, the production and cessation of them; d d (c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22) vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (12) sermon (DIV3) 198 Page 104
2003 the giving of them Being belongs to Creation, the ordering and directing their beings under their circumstances belongeth to Providence: the giving of them Being belongs to Creation, the ordering and directing their beings under their Circumstances belongeth to Providence: dt vvg pp-f pno32 vbg vvz p-acp n1, dt n-vvg cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvz p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 199 Page 104
2004 so doth the issue and determination of their beings with their circumstances; Psalm 68.20, Ʋnto God belong the issues from death. so does the issue and determination of their beings with their Circumstances; Psalm 68.20, Ʋnto God belong the issues from death. av vdz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2; n1 crd, np1 np1 vvb dt n2 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 199 Page 104
2005 Providence holdeth the key of the Womb, and the key of the Grave; he it is that killeth, and maketh alive. Providence holds the key of the Womb, and the key of the Grave; he it is that kills, and makes alive. n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j; pns31 pn31 vbz cst vvz, cc vv2 j. (12) sermon (DIV3) 199 Page 104
2006 From that it is that one generation passeth, another cometh; and this holdeth to all creatures: From that it is that one generation passes, Another comes; and this holds to all creatures: p-acp cst pn31 vbz cst crd n1 vvz, j-jn vvz; cc d vvz p-acp d n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 199 Page 104
2007 There is not a sparrow which falleth to the ground without the will of our heavenly Father, as our Saviour telleth us. There is not a sparrow which falls to the ground without the will of our heavenly Father, as our Saviour Telleth us. pc-acp vbz xx dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12. (12) sermon (DIV3) 199 Page 104
2008 2. A second object of this Providential Government, is all the motions and actions of his creatures: 2. A second Object of this Providential Government, is all the motions and actions of his creatures: crd dt ord n1 pp-f d j n1, vbz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2009 all their operations according to their several forms and natures of being. There are some motions and actions of reasonable creatures: all their operations according to their several forms and nature's of being. There Are Some motions and actions of reasonable creatures: d po32 n2 vvg p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2 pp-f vbg. pc-acp vbr d n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2010 I mean, some of their moral actions influenced from their wills, upon which God hath no efficient influence; I mean, Some of their moral actions influenced from their wills, upon which God hath no efficient influence; pns11 vvb, d pp-f po32 j n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz dx j n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2011 such are mens sins and obliquities, but there are none but he ordereth and governeth, when done and brought into effect; such Are men's Sins and obliquities, but there Are none but he Ordereth and Governs, when done and brought into Effect; d vbr ng2 n2 cc n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbr pix cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz, c-crq vdn cc vvn p-acp n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2012 even with the vilest actions of men God hath thus much to do. 1. To uphold their natural powers and faculties while they do them. even with the Vilest actions of men God hath thus much to do. 1. To uphold their natural Powers and faculties while they do them. av p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n2 np1 vhz av av-d pc-acp vdi. crd pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 cc n2 cs pns32 vdb pno32. (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2013 2. To order and govern them, when done, to his own wise ends, so as they shall issue in the glory of his holy and blessed Name: 2. To order and govern them, when done, to his own wise ends, so as they shall issue in the glory of his holy and blessed Name: crd p-acp n1 cc vvi pno32, c-crq vdn, p-acp po31 d j n2, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j-vvn n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2014 and that brings me to the Third. and that brings me to the Third. cc cst vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord. (12) sermon (DIV3) 200 Page 104
2015 3. A third Object of the government of Providence, is the Omissions, Errours and oblique actions of his creature. 3. A third Object of the government of Providence, is the Omissions, Errors and oblique actions of his creature. crd dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n2, n2 cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 104
2016 Every creature moveth not according to a Divine Rule, man only varieth; the stormy winds fulfil his word; Every creature moves not according to a Divine Rule, man only varieth; the stormy winds fulfil his word; d n1 vvz xx vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, n1 av-j vvz; dt j n2 vvi po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 104
2017 the Sun, Moon, Stars, all obey his Law; the Sun, Moon, Stars, all obey his Law; dt n1, n1, n2, d vvb po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 104
2018 man only rebels, and is guilty of thousands of obliquities and Omissions. Now these also are under the government of Providence, some corrupt inclinations and lustings he restraineth; man only rebels, and is guilty of thousands of obliquities and Omissions. Now these also Are under the government of Providence, Some corrupt inclinations and lustings he restraineth; n1 j n2, cc vbz j pp-f crd pp-f n2 cc n2. av d av vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d j n2 cc n2-vvg pns31 vvz; (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 105
2019 Others he suffers to break out into action, then maketh the wrath of man to praise him. Others he suffers to break out into actium, then makes the wrath of man to praise him. ng2-jn pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1, cs vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 105
2020 But this is enough to have spoken to the second Question, the third followeth: 3d Quest. But this is enough to have spoken to the second Question, the third follows: 3d Quest. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, dt ord vvz: crd n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 201 Page 105
2021 By what particular acts doth Providence shew it self in the Government of the World? By what particular acts does Providence show it self in the Government of the World? p-acp r-crq j n2 vdz n1 vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? (12) sermon (DIV3) 202 Page 105
2022 1. To this I shall answer in several particulars: 1. By causing the production and existences of his creatures, 1. To this I shall answer in several particulars: 1. By causing the production and existences of his creatures, crd p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j n2-j: crd p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2023 or making them to cease as it pleaseth him; He causeth the barren wombs, and again maketh the barren to bring forth Seven. or making them to cease as it Pleases him; He Causes the barren wombs, and again makes the barren to bring forth Seven. cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi c-acp pn31 vvz pno31; pns31 vvz dt j n2, cc av vvz dt j pc-acp vvi av crd. (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2024 Hence you shall find the multiplication of Abrahams seed to the number of the grains of the dust of the Earth, Hence you shall find the multiplication of Abrahams seed to the number of the grains of the dust of the Earth, av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2025 or sands upon the-Sea-shore, is made the matter of a Divine Promise. or sands upon the-Sea-shore, is made the matter of a Divine Promise. cc n2 p-acp n1, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2026 The Beings of his creatures are both the objects of his Government, and his Ʋtensils or Instruments in Governing; The Beings of his creatures Are both the objects of his Government, and his Ʋtensils or Instruments in Governing; dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vbr d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc po31 n2 cc n2 p-acp vvg; (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2027 for he governeth a great part of the inferiour creatures by the Superiour influenced with Reason and Wisdom for that end. for he Governs a great part of the inferior creatures by the Superior influenced with Reason and Wisdom for that end. c-acp pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 p-acp dt j-jn vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2028 God blessed man, Gen. 1. saying, Have dominion over the fish of the sea, and the fowls of the air, God blessed man, Gen. 1. saying, Have dominion over the Fish of the sea, and the fowls of the air, np1 j-vvn n1, np1 crd n1, vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2029 and every moving creature that moveth upon the Earth. Now the Lord in order to this Government, multiplieth or diminisheth them: and every moving creature that moves upon the Earth. Now the Lord in order to this Government, multiplieth or diminisheth them: cc d j-vvg n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1. av dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, vvz cc vvz pno32: (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2030 whence is it, but from this Providence of God, that the wild Beasts are not multiplied to the destruction of man? that we are not so full of Lions, Bears, Tygers, Wolves, Foxes and other hurtful creatures, whence is it, but from this Providence of God, that the wild Beasts Are not multiplied to the destruction of man? that we Are not so full of Lions, Bears, Tigers, Wolves, Foxes and other hurtful creatures, c-crq vbz pn31, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cst pns12 vbr xx av j pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 cc j-jn j n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2031 as we are of sheep and Neat-cattel, though many of them often bring forth young in greater plenty than those useful unto man? Thus also God ordereth the reasonable World: as we Are of sheep and Neat-cattel, though many of them often bring forth young in greater plenty than those useful unto man? Thus also God Ordereth the reasonable World: c-acp pns12 vbr pp-f n1 cc n2, cs d pp-f pno32 av vvi av j p-acp jc n1 cs d j p-acp n1? av av np1 vvz dt j n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2032 should men live as in the first age of the World, to five, six, seven hundred years; should men live as in the First age of the World, to five, six, seven hundred Years; vmd n2 vvi a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp crd, crd, crd crd n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2033 should all children born live to an old age, there would be no room on the Earth, there would not be food enough for them: should all children born live to an old age, there would be no room on the Earth, there would not be food enough for them: vmd d n2 vvn vvb p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmd xx vbi n1 av-d p-acp pno32: (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2034 God therefore in order to the Government of the Universe, as well as for the punishment of the multitude of sins committted in the Earth, limiteth the number of Individuals, and diminisheth them; God Therefore in order to the Government of the Universe, as well as for the punishment of the multitude of Sins committed in the Earth, limiteth the number of Individuals, and diminisheth them; np1 av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32; (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2035 and this not only in an ordinary course of nature, shortening the periods of their life, but by some extraordinary dispensations: and this not only in an ordinary course of nature, shortening the periods of their life, but by Some extraordinary dispensations: cc d xx av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp p-acp d j n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2036 such as those of War, Pestilence, and other fatal and Epidemical diseases, by which he not only serveth the great end of his glory in punishing the sins of men, such as those of War, Pestilence, and other fatal and Epidemical diseases, by which he not only serves the great end of his glory in punishing the Sins of men, d c-acp d pp-f n1, n1, cc j-jn j cc j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 xx av-j vvz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2037 but also reduceth the World to a governable body, and to such a pass, that one sort of his creatures is sufficient for the service of another, but also reduceth the World to a governable body, and to such a pass, that one sort of his creatures is sufficient for the service of Another, cc-acp av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp d dt n1, cst pi n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2038 so as the whole is preserved. But this is but the first thing. so as the Whole is preserved. But this is but the First thing. av c-acp dt j-jn vbz vvn. p-acp d vbz p-acp dt ord n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 203 Page 105
2039 2. God governeth the World (Secondly) by maintaining the laws and ordinances of Nature. 2. God Governs the World (Secondly) by maintaining the laws and ordinances of Nature. crd np1 vvz dt n1 (ord) p-acp vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2040 As there are positive Laws, written Laws in the Word of God, which God hath ordained for the government of reasonable creatures: As there Are positive Laws, written Laws in the Word of God, which God hath ordained for the government of reasonable creatures: c-acp a-acp vbr j n2, vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2041 so there are Laws and Ordinances of Nature, by which creatures not indued with reason move, so there Are Laws and Ordinances of Nature, by which creatures not endued with reason move, av a-acp vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq n2 xx vvn p-acp n1 vvi, (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2042 and work in order to the preservation of the whole, by the mutual service each of other. and work in order to the preservation of the Whole, by the mutual service each of other. cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp dt j n1 d pp-f n-jn. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2043 Thus Jer. 31.35, you read of the Ordinances of the Moon and Stars, and of Gods covenant of the day, Thus Jer. 31.35, you read of the Ordinances of the Moon and Stars, and of God's Covenant of the day, av np1 crd, pn22 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n2, cc pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2044 and of the night, that they should be in their season, Jer. 33.20. Such an Ordinance you have, Gen. 8.22. and of the night, that they should be in their season, Jer. 33.20. Such an Ordinance you have, Gen. 8.22. cc pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd. d dt n1 pn22 vhb, np1 crd. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2045 While the Earth remaineth, seed-time, and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease. While the Earth remains, seedtime, and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter, and day and night shall not cease. cs dt n1 vvz, n1, cc n1, cc j-jn cc n1, cc n1 cc n1, cc n1 cc n1 vmb xx vvi. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2046 By vertue of these Ordinances it is that the Sun every day riseth, and setteth upon one part of the world, causing day and night; By virtue of these Ordinances it is that the Sun every day Riseth, and sets upon one part of the world, causing day and night; p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 pn31 vbz d dt n1 d n1 vvz, cc vvz p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2047 rejoycing as a Bridegroom to run its course (as the Psalmist speaketh), that at sometimes of the year it is nearer, another it is further off this, rejoicing as a Bridegroom to run its course (as the Psalmist speaks), that At sometime of the year it is nearer, Another it is further off this, vvg p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz), cst p-acp av pp-f dt n1 pn31 vbz av-jc, j-jn pn31 vbz jc p-acp d, (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2048 or that part of the Earth. or that part of the Earth. cc d n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2049 These Laws and Ordinances of Nature are nothing else than the affections, and inclinations of several creatures to their several motions and actions. These Laws and Ordinances of Nature Are nothing Else than the affections, and inclinations of several creatures to their several motions and actions. np1 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 vbr pix av av dt n2, cc n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2050 Now these affections and inclinations were put into them in the day of their Creation, but the Providence of God maintaineth these Laws: Now these affections and inclinations were put into them in the day of their Creation, but the Providence of God maintaineth these Laws: av d n2 cc n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2051 and hence it is, that seed-time and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, do not cease. and hence it is, that seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, do not cease. cc av pn31 vbz, cst n1 cc n1, j-jn cc n1, n1 cc n1, vdb xx vvi. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2052 By this it is, that the proud waters ordinarily exceed not the bounds of the sands which God hath set to limit them: By this it is, that the proud waters ordinarily exceed not the bounds of the sands which God hath Set to limit them: p-acp d pn31 vbz, cst dt j n2 av-jn vvb xx dt n2 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32: (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2053 The winds do not always blow from the same quarter, nor at the same rate. The Earth brings forth its variety of fruits: The winds do not always blow from the same quarter, nor At the same rate. The Earth brings forth its variety of fruits: dt n2 vdb xx av vvi p-acp dt d n1, ccx p-acp dt d n1. dt n1 vvz av po31 n1 pp-f n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2054 there are thousands of things, of which we can give no other account than that they cause such effects, they make such motions by an Ordinance of Nature, by a Law which God imprinted upon them in the day of their Creation; there Are thousands of things, of which we can give no other account than that they cause such effects, they make such motions by an Ordinance of Nature, by a Law which God imprinted upon them in the day of their Creation; a-acp vbr crd pp-f n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1 cs cst pns32 vvb d n2, pns32 vvb d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2055 and God preserveth them by his Providence, which daily worketh in upholding these Laws, and regulating the creature that it moveth not, and God Preserveth them by his Providence, which daily works in upholding these Laws, and regulating the creature that it moves not, cc np1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp vvg d n2, cc vvg dt n1 cst pn31 vvz xx, (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2056 nor acteth contrary to this Law. nor Acts contrary to this Law. ccx vvz n-jn pc-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 204 Page 106
2057 3. A third thing wherein the Government of Providence is seen, is in the miraculous suspension of these natural Laws and Ordinances, according to the good pleasure of God. 3. A third thing wherein the Government of Providence is seen, is in the miraculous suspension of these natural Laws and Ordinances, according to the good pleasure of God. crd dt ord n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn, vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 106
2058 Indeed this is a specialty of Providence, and more proper to be handled under that head: Indeed this is a specialty of Providence, and more proper to be handled under that head: av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 106
2059 I shall therefore only touch it here. I shall Therefore only touch it Here. pns11 vmb av av-j vvi pn31 av. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 106
2060 It is a thing which God seldom or never doth, but for some more than ordinary declaration of Judgment, or Mercy. It is a thing which God seldom or never does, but for Some more than ordinary declaration of Judgement, or Mercy. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 av cc av vdz, cc-acp p-acp d dc cs j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2061 Thus he suspended the law of day and night, to plague the Egyptians with three days continued darkness. Thus he suspended the law of day and night, to plague the egyptians with three days continued darkness. av pns31 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi dt np1 p-acp crd n2 vvd n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2062 He suspended again the law of Nature for the ebbing and flowing of the Sea, that the Israelites might pass over it in safety. He suspended again the law of Nature for the ebbing and flowing of the Sea, that the Israelites might pass over it in safety. pns31 vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1, cst dt np1 vmd vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2063 By an Ordinance and law of Nature the fire burneth, the hungry Lions devour men; By an Ordinance and law of Nature the fire burns, the hungry Lions devour men; p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 vvz, dt j n2 vvb n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2064 God suspendeth both these Laws in the case of the three Children, and of Daniel: by an Ordinance of Nature, the Sun keepeth its course, God suspendeth both these Laws in the case of the three Children, and of daniel: by an Ordinance of Nature, the Sun Keepeth its course, np1 vvz d d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2, cc pp-f np1: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2065 and is in a continual progressive motion; and is in a continual progressive motion; cc vbz p-acp dt j j n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2066 God suspendeth its motion in Joshuah's case, altereth it, and maketh it to come back in the case of Hezekiah, 2 Kings 20.10: by the Ordinance of Nature, the Earth brings forth her fruit, so doth the womb ordinarily; God suspendeth its motion in Joshuah's case, altereth it, and makes it to come back in the case of Hezekiah, 2 Kings 20.10: by the Ordinance of Nature, the Earth brings forth her fruit, so does the womb ordinarily; np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvz pn31, cc vv2 pn31 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n2 crd: p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vvz av po31 n1, av vdz dt n1 av-jn; (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2067 God suspends this Law in Judgment; the Earth is made as Iron, the Heaven as Brass: God suspends this Law in Judgement; the Earth is made as Iron, the Heaven as Brass: np1 vvz d n1 p-acp n1; dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 p-acp n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2068 men commit whoredom, yet do not encrease; they eat, and have not enough, Hos. 4.10. This both demonstrates the governance of Divine Providence, and also sheweth how God exerciseth it. This is a third Particular. men commit whoredom, yet do not increase; they eat, and have not enough, Hos. 4.10. This both demonstrates the governance of Divine Providence, and also shows how God Exerciseth it. This is a third Particular. n2 vvb n1, av vdb xx vvi; pns32 vvb, cc vhb xx av-d, np1 crd. d d vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cc av vvz c-crq np1 vvz pn31. d vbz dt ord j. (12) sermon (DIV3) 205 Page 107
2069 4. A fourth Particular, wherein God sheweth his Dominion over all, and exerciseth his Government over the whole Creation, is his influencing all creatures to their natural actions, either in a more ordinary, or extraordinary manner. 4. A fourth Particular, wherein God shows his Dominion over all, and Exerciseth his Government over the Whole Creation, is his influencing all creatures to their natural actions, either in a more ordinary, or extraordinary manner. crd dt ord j, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz po31 n-vvg d n2 p-acp po32 j n2, av-d p-acp dt av-dc j, cc j n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2070 Every living creature hath its natural motions, and actions, and powers and faculties in order to them, which are the principles of those operations; Every living creature hath its natural motions, and actions, and Powers and faculties in order to them, which Are the principles of those operations; d vvg n1 vhz po31 j n2, cc n2, cc n2 cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2150 and to take the prey, and to tread them down like mire in the streets. and to take the prey, and to tread them down like mire in the streets. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av-j n1 p-acp dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2071 and in the upholding of those powers to those natural motions and actions, God exerteth and putteth forth his preserving power of Providence: and in the upholding of those Powers to those natural motions and actions, God exerteth and putteth forth his preserving power of Providence: cc p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, np1 vvz cc vvz av po31 vvg n1 pp-f n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2072 but his extraordinary influencing of them to some motions and actions, which are not in a natural course and order, doth more eminently shew the Governing power of Divine Providence. but his extraordinary influencing of them to Some motions and actions, which Are not in a natural course and order, does more eminently show the Governing power of Divine Providence. cc-acp po31 j n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp d n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr xx p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, vdz n1 av-j vvi dt n-vvg n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2073 That Locusts and Caterpillers should feed upon grass and green herbs, this is but their natural motion and action according to their nature and the kind of their being; That Locusts and Caterpillars should feed upon grass and green herbs, this is but their natural motion and actium according to their nature and the kind of their being; cst n2 cc n2 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cc j-jn n2, d vbz p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po32 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po32 vbg; (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2074 but that they should come in troops, and rather feed upon one place than upon another, till they had devoured all the grass and green herbs in Egypt, this was extraordinary: but that they should come in troops, and rather feed upon one place than upon Another, till they had devoured all the grass and green herbs in Egypt, this was extraordinary: cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n2, cc av-c vvi p-acp crd n1 cs p-acp j-jn, c-acp pns32 vhd vvn d dt n1 cc j-jn n2 p-acp np1, d vbds j: (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2075 Psalm 105.24, He spake; and the Caterpillers came; Psalm 105.24, He spoke; and the Caterpillars Come; n1 crd, pns31 vvd; cc dt n2 vvd; (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2076 and did eat up all the herbs in their land, and devoured all the fruit of their ground. and did eat up all the herbs in their land, and devoured all the fruit of their ground. cc vdd vvi a-acp d dt n2 p-acp po32 n1, cc vvn d dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2077 And again, Psalm 74.46, He gave their increase to the Caterpiller. And again, Psalm 74.46, He gave their increase to the Caterpillar. cc av, np1 crd, pns31 vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2078 The same may be said for the Flies, Lice, Frogs, and other creatures used as a plague upon Pharaoh: but indeed this is rather a specialty of Providence, The same may be said for the Flies, Lice, Frogs, and other creatures used as a plague upon Pharaoh: but indeed this is rather a specialty of Providence, dt d vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, n1, n2, cc j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1: p-acp av d vbz av dt n1 pp-f n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2079 than belonging to the ordinary Government of it; though very demonstrative of the governing power of Providence. than belonging to the ordinary Government of it; though very demonstrative of the governing power of Providence. cs vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; cs av j pp-f dt n-vvg n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 206 Page 107
2080 5. A fifth act, by which the Providence of God exerciseth its governing power and influence, is, His daily raising up and influencing Governours for the Housholds and Societies of men, 5. A fifth act, by which the Providence of God Exerciseth its governing power and influence, is, His daily raising up and influencing Governors for the Households and Societies of men, crd dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po31 n-vvg n1 cc n1, vbz, po31 j vvg a-acp cc j-vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2081 and giving checks to them upon their miscarriages, and mal-administrations. and giving Checks to them upon their miscarriages, and Maladministrations. cc vvg n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cc j. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2082 The governing Providence of God, exerteth it self either more immediately, or mediately. Other creatures God ordinarily governeth by men: many of them, I mean, influencing man with Reason and Discretion, by which he ruleth, ordereth, The governing Providence of God, exerteth it self either more immediately, or mediately. Other creatures God ordinarily Governs by men: many of them, I mean, influencing man with Reason and Discretion, by which he Ruleth, Ordereth, dt n-vvg n1 pp-f np1, vvz pn31 n1 av-d av-dc av-j, cc av-j. j-jn n2 np1 av-j vvz p-acp n2: d pp-f pno32, pns11 vvb, j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, vvz, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2083 and governeth them, though many of them be much more mighty and powerful than he: and Governs them, though many of them be much more mighty and powerful than he: cc vvz pno32, cs d pp-f pno32 vbi av-d av-dc j cc j cs pns31: (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2084 the mouth of the horse and mule which have no understanding, by the Providence of God so influencing man, are held with the bit and bridle, the Mouth of the horse and mule which have no understanding, by the Providence of God so influencing man, Are held with the bit and bridle, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vhb dx n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg n1, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2085 lest they come near unto us, Psalm 32.9. The Whale is smitten with a spear, wild bulls and boars are hunted down, &c. The Ox is tamed and brought to serve our uses, who are much less in strength than he is. lest they come near unto us, Psalm 32.9. The Whale is smitten with a spear, wild Bulls and boars Are hunted down, etc. The Ox is tamed and brought to serve our uses, who Are much less in strength than he is. cs pns32 vvb av-j p-acp pno12, n1 crd. dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, j n2 cc n2 vbr vvn a-acp, av dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvd pc-acp vvi po12 n2, r-crq vbr av-d av-dc p-acp n1 cs pns31 vbz. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2086 Men also are governed by men; the weaker by those that are more wise and powerful: Men also Are governed by men; the Weaker by those that Are more wise and powerful: n2 av vbr vvn p-acp n2; dt jc p-acp d cst vbr av-dc j cc j: (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2087 but whence have the Governours their wit and power, their wisdom and understanding, prompting them to make Laws acceptable to the greater part of Subjects, but whence have the Governors their wit and power, their Wisdom and understanding, prompting them to make Laws acceptable to the greater part of Subject's, cc-acp q-crq vhb dt n2 po32 n1 cc n1, po32 n1 cc n1, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n2-jn, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2151 Howbeit he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart think so, but it is in his heart to destroy, Howbeit he means not so, neither does his heart think so, but it is in his heart to destroy, a-acp pns31 vvz xx av, av-dx vdz po31 n1 vvi av, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2088 so as conspiracies are of the lesser number, and subdue• •o the greater and keeps them in order? Is it not from the Lord, great in wisdom, so as conspiracies Are of the lesser number, and subdue• •o the greater and keeps them in order? Is it not from the Lord, great in Wisdom, av c-acp n2 vbr pp-f dt jc n1, cc n1 av dt jc cc vvz pno32 p-acp n1? vbz pn31 xx p-acp dt n1, j p-acp n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2089 and wonderful in counsel? Psalm 75.7, God is the Judg, he pulleth down one, and setteth up another, and by him Kings reign. and wondered in counsel? Psalm 75.7, God is the Judge, he pulls down one, and sets up Another, and by him Kings Reign. cc j p-acp n1? np1 crd, np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn, cc p-acp pno31 n2 vvi. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2090 God ruleth the World by Magistrates: God Ruleth the World by Magistrates: np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2091 which if well considered, would aw men to that duty of honour and obedience which they owe to those that are their Superiours; which if well considered, would aw men to that duty of honour and Obedience which they owe to those that Are their Superiors; r-crq cs av vvn, vmd zz n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp d cst vbr po32 n2-jn; (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2092 and may make us to understand how we ought to be subject for conscience-sake, and for Gods sake in things commanded, which we cannot say are contrary to the Divine Law, and may make us to understand how we ought to be Subject for Conscience-sake, and for God's sake in things commanded, which we cannot say Are contrary to the Divine Law, cc vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j-jn p-acp n1, cc p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp n2 vvn, r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi vbr j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2093 nor so appear to us, and have any manifest appearance of good for the government and peace of the whole. nor so appear to us, and have any manifest appearance of good for the government and peace of the Whole. ccx av vvi p-acp pno12, cc vhb d j n1 pp-f j c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2094 As on the other side, it calls to Kings to be wise, and the Judges of the Earth to be instructed to serve the Lord with fear, and to rejoyce before him in their great capacities with trembling: As on the other side, it calls to Kings to be wise, and the Judges of the Earth to be instructed to serve the Lord with Fear, and to rejoice before him in their great capacities with trembling: p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vvz p-acp n2 pc-acp vbi j, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp vvg: (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2095 Psal. 2.10, 11, they are but the Lords Vice-Roys; and as Jehosaphat told his Judges, they judg not for themselves, but for the Lord; Psalm 2.10, 11, they Are but the lords Vice-Roys; and as Jehoshaphat told his Judges, they judge not for themselves, but for the Lord; np1 crd, crd, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2 n2; cc c-acp np1 vvd po31 n2, pns32 vvb xx p-acp px32, cc-acp p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2096 for him whose Throne is prepared in the Heavens, and whose Kingdom is over all. for him whose Throne is prepared in the Heavens, and whose Kingdom is over all. p-acp pno31 rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, cc rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp d. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 108
2097 They ought therefore (according to the command to the Kings of Israel ) to have the book of the law before them, They ought Therefore (according to the command to the Kings of Israel) to have the book of the law before them, pns32 vmd av (vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1) p-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 109
2098 and to be reading therein all the days of their life; and to be reading therein all the days of their life; cc pc-acp vbi vvg av d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 109
2099 and where that doth not give them particular direction to have the honour and glory of God yet in their Eye, to measure all their laws and actions according to that Rule; and where that does not give them particular direction to have the honour and glory of God yet in their Eye, to measure all their laws and actions according to that Rule; cc c-crq cst vdz xx vvi pno32 j n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi d po32 n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp d n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 109
2100 to remember God is the Judg, and hath only exalted and dignified them to rule the World, to Remember God is the Judge, and hath only exalted and dignified them to Rule the World, pc-acp vvi np1 vbz dt n1, cc vhz av-j vvn cc vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 109
2101 or this or that part of the World by them: still the Government is the Lords. or this or that part of the World by them: still the Government is the lords. cc d cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32: av dt n1 vbz dt n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 207 Page 109
2102 6. A sixth particular act by which God providentially governeth the World, is, By influencing the souls of some in it to such actions as more immediately tend to his honour and glory. 6. A sixth particular act by which God providentially Governs the World, is, By influencing the Souls of Some in it to such actions as more immediately tend to his honour and glory. crd dt ord j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 av-j vvz dt n1, vbz, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2 a-acp av-dc av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2103 God hath an honour and glory from the natural complexion, and constitution, and motions of inanimate Beings. Psal. 148.6, 8. Thus the Heavens, God hath an honour and glory from the natural complexion, and constitution, and motions of inanimate Beings. Psalm 148.6, 8. Thus the Heavens, np1 vhz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f j n2. np1 crd, crd av dt n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2104 and in them the Sun, Moon, Stars; and in them the Sun, Moon, Stars; cc p-acp pno32 dt n1, n1, n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2105 from them the snow, rain, hail, meteors, the lightning and thunder, the cold and heat, the vapours and stormy winds bring glory to God: from them the snow, rain, hail, meteors, the lightning and thunder, the cold and heat, the vapours and stormy winds bring glory to God: p-acp pno32 dt n1, n1, n1, n2, dt n1 cc n1, dt j-jn cc n1, dt n2 cc j n2 vvb n1 p-acp np1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2126 Without me (saith Christ) you can do nothing. God therefore, as to actions of this nature, doth influence the heart of man, making him willing and able; so that as to the event the actions are necessary, Without me (Says christ) you can do nothing. God Therefore, as to actions of this nature, does influence the heart of man, making him willing and able; so that as to the event the actions Are necessary, p-acp pno11 (vvz np1) pn22 vmb vdi pix. np1 av, c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, vdz n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg pno31 j cc j; av d c-acp p-acp dt n1 dt n2 vbr j, (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2106 stormy winds fulfilling his word, saith the Psalmist. The heavens declare the glory of God, the Earth sheweth his handy-work, Psalm 19.1. God hath made in the Heavens a tabernacle for the Sun, a course for the Moon and Stars: stormy winds fulfilling his word, Says the Psalmist. The heavens declare the glory of God, the Earth shows his handiwork, Psalm 19.1. God hath made in the Heavens a tabernacle for the Sun, a course for the Moon and Stars: j n2 vvg po31 n1, vvz dt n1. dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vvz po31 n1, n1 crd. np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2107 the very complexions of them, their natural and necessary motions bring God abundance of glory. Now this ariseth from a necessary causation, they cannot but do it. the very complexions of them, their natural and necessary motions bring God abundance of glory. Now this arises from a necessary causation, they cannot but do it. dt j n2 pp-f pno32, po32 j cc j n2 vvb np1 n1 pp-f n1. av d vvz p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vmbx cc-acp vdb pn31. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2108 The same may be said of brute creatures, though animate, not acting upon Election: The Whale in the Sea; The same may be said of brutus creatures, though animate, not acting upon Election: The Whale in the Sea; dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f n1 n2, cs vvi, xx vvg p-acp n1: dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2109 the Lion and Tiger amongst the beasts; the Eagle and others amongst the birds; the Bee, the Silk-worm, and others amongst Insects: the lion and Tiger among the beasts; the Eagl and Others among the Birds; the be, the Silkworm, and Others among Insects: dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2; dt n1 cc n2-jn p-acp dt n2; dt vbb, dt n1, cc n2-jn p-acp vvz: (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2110 several sorts of creeping things glorify God, but it is necessarily. several sorts of creeping things Glorify God, but it is necessarily. j n2 pp-f j-vvg n2 vvb np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2111 Man only amongst earthly creatures glorifieth God voluntarily from a principle within himself, and upon choice. Man only among earthly creatures Glorifieth God voluntarily from a principle within himself, and upon choice. n1 av-j p-acp j n2 vvz np1 av-jn p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2112 Take mankind in the general, it is a noble piece of Gods Creation, and necessarily glorifieth God. Take mankind in the general, it is a noble piece of God's Creation, and necessarily Glorifieth God. vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc av-j vvz np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2113 Man is fearfully and wonderfully made, his body is an admirable structure, but the great glory which God hath is from his spiritual actions. Man is fearfully and wonderfully made, his body is an admirable structure, but the great glory which God hath is from his spiritual actions. n1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvd, po31 n1 vbz dt j n1, cc-acp dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vbz p-acp po31 j n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2114 Man is not a mute Preacher of Gods glory, as the Heavens and the Earth, the Sun, Moon and Stars are, or brute creatures are. Man is not a mute Preacher of God's glory, as the Heavens and the Earth, the Sun, Moon and Stars Are, or brutus creatures Are. n1 vbz xx dt j-jn n1 pp-f npg1 n1, c-acp dt n2 cc dt n1, dt n1, n1 cc n2 vbr, cc n1 n2 vbr. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2115 He hath a Soul, and understanding, will, affections; from these God expects a great homage and glory. He hath a Soul, and understanding, will, affections; from these God expects a great homage and glory. pns31 vhz dt n1, cc n1, n1, n2; p-acp d np1 vvz dt j n1 cc n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2116 But now take man in his depraved estate, and he doth nothing less; But now take man in his depraved estate, and he does nothing less; p-acp av vvb n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1, cc pns31 vdz pix av-dc; (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2117 No creatures, but the evil Angels so much dishonour God, and so cross him in the great end of his governing the World, which is his glory. No creatures, but the evil Angels so much dishonour God, and so cross him in the great end of his governing the World, which is his glory. uh-x n2, cc-acp dt j-jn n2 av d n1 np1, cc av vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg dt n1, r-crq vbz po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 109
2118 Now it pleaseth God to influence some of the children of men, to such actions as do truly and immediately tend to his glory, ex intentione agentis, from the intention, will and design of the agents; Now it Pleases God to influence Some of the children of men, to such actions as doe truly and immediately tend to his glory, ex intention agentis, from the intention, will and Design of the agents; av pn31 vvz np1 p-acp n1 d pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n2 c-acp n1 av-j cc av-j vvb p-acp po31 n1, fw-la n1 fw-la, p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2119 and also ex fine operis, from the end and issue of the action: and also ex fine operis, from the end and issue of the actium: cc av fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2120 such are acts of repentance, faith, and all manner of holiness. The glory of God in these actions, is first in the intention of the agent, such Are acts of Repentance, faith, and all manner of holiness. The glory of God in these actions, is First in the intention of the agent, d vbr n2 pp-f n1, n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vbz ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2121 and also in the issue of the work. and also in the issue of the work. cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2122 Joshua exhorteth Achan to confess his sin, and give glory to God: The Apostle saith, Rom. 4, That Abraham was strong in the faith, giving glory to God. joshua exhorteth achan to confess his since, and give glory to God: The Apostle Says, Rom. 4, That Abraham was strong in the faith, giving glory to God. np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvb n1 p-acp np1: dt n1 vvz, np1 crd, cst np1 vbds j p-acp dt n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2123 And our Saviour tells his Disciples, Joh. 15.8, Herein is my father glorified, if you bring forth much fruit, the fruit of Holiness. And our Saviour tells his Disciples, John 15.8, Herein is my father glorified, if you bring forth much fruit, the fruit of Holiness. cc po12 n1 vvz po31 n2, np1 crd, av vbz po11 n1 vvn, cs pn22 vvb av d n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2124 Now so depraved is the heart of man, that he neither could nor would do any of them, Now so depraved is the heart of man, that he neither could nor would do any of them, av av vvn vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 av-dx vmd ccx vmd vdi d pp-f pno32, (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2125 if not influenced and over-powered by God; if not influenced and overpowered by God; cs xx vvn cc j p-acp np1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2128 and this is another piece of Governing Providence, by which he ruleth and governeth the motions and actions of men to his praise. and this is Another piece of Governing Providence, by which he Ruleth and Governs the motions and actions of men to his praise. cc d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f vvg n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 208 Page 110
2129 7. A seventh act, by which God governeth the motions and actions of rational creatures. 1. His permission and overruling their oblique intentions and actions. 7. A seventh act, by which God Governs the motions and actions of rational creatures. 1. His permission and overruling their oblique intentions and actions. crd dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j n2. crd po31 n1 cc vvg po32 j n2 cc n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2130 1. He permitteth the doing of them. 2. He overruleth and ordereth them, when done, to his own ends. 1. He permitteth the doing of them. 2. He overruleth and Ordereth them, when done, to his own ends. crd pns31 vvz dt vdg pp-f pno32. crd pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32, c-crq vdn, p-acp po31 d n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2131 Concerning Gods permission of sin, I may have hereafter a more proper and particular opportunity to speak. Concerning God's permission of since, I may have hereafter a more proper and particular opportunity to speak. vvg n2 n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vhi av dt av-dc j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2132 His overruling and ordering of them, when done, to his own wise ends, is what I shall speak to, His overruling and ordering of them, when done, to his own wise ends, is what I shall speak to, po31 vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32, c-crq vdn, p-acp po31 d j n2, vbz q-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2133 and but shortly in this place. and but shortly in this place. cc p-acp av-j p-acp d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2134 It is the great art and wisdom of a civil or military Governour, amongst men, to make use of the several humours and passions of those under his Command, to make them serve the great ends which he hath proposed to himself in his Government. It is the great art and Wisdom of a civil or military Governor, among men, to make use of the several humours and passion of those under his Command, to make them serve the great ends which he hath proposed to himself in his Government. pn31 vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f d p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31 p-acp po31 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2135 The great and infinite power and wisdom of God in the Government of the world, is in this wonderfully perspicuous; The great and infinite power and Wisdom of God in the Government of the world, is in this wonderfully perspicuous; dt j cc j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz p-acp d av-j j; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2136 making use of the several lusts, passions, and humours of men to his own praise and glory; making use of the several Lustiest, passion, and humours of men to his own praise and glory; vvg n1 pp-f dt j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2137 for God governeth man so, as he putteth no force upon his will: for God Governs man so, as he putteth no force upon his will: p-acp np1 vvz n1 av, c-acp pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2138 If he doth any thing that is good, acceptable, and well-pleasing unto God, he doth it willingly and freely. If he does any thing that is good, acceptable, and Well-pleasing unto God, he does it willingly and freely. cs pns31 vdz d n1 cst vbz j, j, cc j p-acp np1, pns31 vdz pn31 av-j cc av-j. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2139 The power of God indeed is seen in making some souls willing; The power of God indeed is seen in making Some Souls willing; dt n1 pp-f np1 av vbz vvn p-acp vvg d n2 j; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2140 he giveth to will, (saith the Apostle), not in overruling him, to do the action whether he will or no: he gives to will, (Says the Apostle), not in overruling him, to do the actium whither he will or no: pns31 vvz p-acp n1, (vvz dt n1), xx p-acp vvg pno31, pc-acp vdi dt n1 cs pns31 vmb cc dx: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 110
2141 Man acting thus freely, many men do that which is evil from the sinful inclination of their own hearts, not corrected by the power of Divine Grace. Man acting thus freely, many men do that which is evil from the sinful inclination of their own hearts, not corrected by the power of Divine Grace. n1 vvg av av-j, d n2 vdb d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 d n2, xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2142 God permits mens sins, Act. 14.16, Who in times past suffered all Nations to walk in their own ways; God permits men's Sins, Act. 14.16, Who in times past suffered all nations to walk in their own ways; np1 vvz ng2 n2, n1 crd, r-crq p-acp n2 j vvn d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2143 but the actions being done, his power is seen in overruling the oblique action, beyond, but the actions being done, his power is seen in overruling the oblique actium, beyond, p-acp dt n2 vbg vdn, po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp vvg dt j n1, p-acp, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2144 or quite contrary unto the intention of the agent, to the glory of his holy and great name: or quite contrary unto the intention of the agent, to the glory of his holy and great name: cc av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2145 this is that which the Psalmist saith, Psal. 56.10, Surely the wrath of man shall praise him, this is that which the Psalmist Says, Psalm 56.10, Surely the wrath of man shall praise him, d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno31, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2146 and the remainder of wrath he shall restrain. and the remainder of wrath he shall restrain. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns31 vmb vvi. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2147 You have an eminent Text to prove this, Isa. 10.5, 6, 7, O Assyria, the rod of mine anger, You have an eminent Text to prove this, Isaiah 10.5, 6, 7, Oh Assyria, the rod of mine anger, pn22 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d, np1 crd, crd, crd, uh np1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2148 and the staff in their hand is mine indignation. and the staff in their hand is mine Indignation. cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbz po11 n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2149 I will send him against an hypocritical nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge to take the spoil, I will send him against an hypocritical Nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge to take the spoil, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2152 and to cut off nations not a few. The business was this: Israel (that is, the ten tribes) had grievously provoked God; and to Cut off Nations not a few. The business was this: Israel (that is, the ten tribes) had grievously provoked God; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 xx dt d. dt n1 vbds d: np1 (cst vbz, dt crd n2) vhd av-j vvn np1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2153 God was determined to punish them, they were an hypocritical Nation: There must be an instrument to bring divine wrath upon them. God was determined to Punish them, they were an hypocritical nation: There must be an Instrument to bring divine wrath upon them. np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, pns32 vbdr dt j n1: a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2154 Assyria shall be the instrument, therefore called, the rod of Gods anger, and the staff of his indignation. Possibly the inward cause moving the Assyrian, was his own lust, the enlargement of his Territories; Assyria shall be the Instrument, Therefore called, the rod of God's anger, and the staff of his Indignation. Possibly the inward cause moving the assyrian, was his own lust, the enlargement of his Territories; np1 vmb vbi dt n1, av vvn, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av-j dt j n1 vvg dt jp, vbds po31 d n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2155 some revenge of himself, the robbing of their treasures: Some revenge of himself, the robbing of their treasures: d n1 pp-f px31, dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n2: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2156 he meant not so, his heart never did think so meerly to serve God, in the execution of his wrath; he meant not so, his heart never did think so merely to serve God, in the execution of his wrath; pns31 vvd xx av, po31 n1 av-x vdd vvi av av-j pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2157 but herein was the governing and overruling Providence of God seen, that he so ruled the lust, ambition, but herein was the governing and overruling Providence of God seen, that he so ruled the lust, ambition, cc-acp av vbds dt n-vvg cc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 vvn, cst pns31 av vvd dt n1, n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2158 and revenge of the King of Assyria, that he accomplished his pleasure upon mount Zion. And indeed thus God doth, and revenge of the King of Assyria, that he accomplished his pleasure upon mount Zion. And indeed thus God does, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 np1. cc av av np1 vdz, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2159 as to all the sinful actions of men, God will have his glory from them, but it is by the overruling power of his Providence: as to all the sinful actions of men, God will have his glory from them, but it is by the overruling power of his Providence: c-acp p-acp d dt j n2 pp-f n2, np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2160 the sinner meaneth not so, neither is it in his heart to think so. the sinner means not so, neither is it in his heart to think so. dt n1 vvz xx av, av-dx vbz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2161 The persecutor saith, I will satisfie my lust, or I will supply my self with moneys for the satisfaction of my lust, that is his end: The persecutor Says, I will satisfy my lust, or I will supply my self with moneys for the satisfaction of my lust, that is his end: dt n1 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst vbz po31 n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2162 in the mean time God by his Providence overruleth his malitious actions, so as he chasteneth his people for their sins, in the mean time God by his Providence overruleth his malicious actions, so as he Chasteneth his people for their Sins, p-acp dt j n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 j n2, av c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2163 and ripeneth the sinner for destruction. and ripeneth the sinner for destruction. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2164 God in this doth with sinners, as the wise Faulconer doth with the Hawk: The Hawk is a bird of prey, a ravenous bird, that flyeth at the Pheasant or Partridg for it self, to satisfie its rapacious quality; God in this does with Sinners, as the wise Falconer does with the Hawk: The Hawk is a bird of prey, a ravenous bird, that flies At the Pheasant or Partridge for it self, to satisfy its rapacious quality; np1 p-acp d vdz p-acp n2, c-acp dt j n1 vdz p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 j n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 111
2165 but the Faulconer, by his art, tameth the Hawk, and maketh use of its ravenous quality to serve his own table: but the Falconer, by his art, tames the Hawk, and makes use of its ravenous quality to serve his own table: p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, vvz dt n1, cc vvz n1 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1: (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2166 and this is a wonderful piece of Divine Providence in governing of the world; and this is a wondered piece of Divine Providence in governing of the world; cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2167 Most of the motions and actions of men in it are diametrically opposite to Gods glorious end, Most of the motions and actions of men in it Are diametrically opposite to God's glorious end, ds pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pn31 vbr av-j j-jn p-acp ng1 j n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2168 yet they are all made to serve the manifestation of Gods glory, and to bring about his great designs in the world. yet they Are all made to serve the manifestation of God's glory, and to bring about his great designs in the world. av pns32 vbr d vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2169 But this is enough to have spoken Doctrinally, to this point of the Governing-Providence of God. But this is enough to have spoken Doctrinally, to this point of the Governing-Providence of God. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn av-j, p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2170 I cannot at this time compass all, which I would speak of for the Application of this point. I cannot At this time compass all, which I would speak of for the Application of this point. pns11 vmbx p-acp d n1 vvi d, r-crq pns11 vmd vvi pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 209 Page 112
2171 Only let me mind you again from hence, how great the God of Heaven must necessarily be, and that, not only in respect of the immensity of his Being, as he filleth Heaven and Earth; Only let me mind you again from hence, how great the God of Heaven must necessarily be, and that, not only in respect of the immensity of his Being, as he fills Heaven and Earth; av-j vvb pno11 vvi pn22 av p-acp av, c-crq j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb av-j vbi, cc d, xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg, c-acp pns31 vvz n1 cc n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2172 but in respect of his activity and power: he is called the King of Kings, the ruler of Princes. but in respect of his activity and power: he is called the King of Kings, the ruler of Princes. p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1: pns31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f n2. (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2173 The Persians thought themselves great Princes that ruled one hundred and twenty seven Provinces. The Turk glorieth in the greatness of his Empire; The Persians Thought themselves great Princes that ruled one hundred and twenty seven Provinces. The Turk Glorieth in the greatness of his Empire; dt npg1 vvd px32 j n2 cst vvd crd crd cc crd crd n2. dt np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2174 so doth the Spaniard, upon whose dominions, they say, the Sun never sitteth. But alas! so does the Spaniard, upon whose Dominions, they say, the Sun never Sitteth. But alas! av vdz dt np1, p-acp rg-crq n2, pns32 vvb, dt n1 av-x vvz. p-acp uh! (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2175 what are all these to the Lords Kingdom, who ruleth over all, and that after another manner than any Earthly Prince, who exerciseth a dominion over his Subjects and Vassals? how justly therefore is greatness ascribed unto God? and who is there that can be compared with him, what Are all these to the lords Kingdom, who Ruleth over all, and that After Another manner than any Earthly Prince, who Exerciseth a dominion over his Subject's and Vassals? how justly Therefore is greatness ascribed unto God? and who is there that can be compared with him, q-crq vbr d d p-acp dt n2 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp d, cc cst p-acp j-jn n1 cs d j n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2-jn cc n2? q-crq av-j av vbz n1 vvn p-acp np1? cc q-crq vbz a-acp cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2176 or like unto him? The Unity of the Divine Being also may be concluded from hence, or like unto him? The Unity of the Divine Being also may be concluded from hence, cc av-j p-acp pno31? dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg av vmb vbi vvn p-acp av, (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2177 for if he ruleth over all, then all is subject unto him; and there cannot be another God imagined, but must be in subjection unto him. for if he Ruleth over all, then all is Subject unto him; and there cannot be Another God imagined, but must be in subjection unto him. c-acp cs pns31 vvz p-acp d, cs d vbz j-jn p-acp pno31; cc a-acp vmbx vbi j-jn np1 vvd, cc-acp vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2178 Indeed such a subjection, or subordination, the Heathens fancied amongst their idols. Jupiter was their supreme idol, others were subject unto him; Indeed such a subjection, or subordination, the heathens fancied among their Idols. Jupiter was their supreme idol, Others were Subject unto him; np1 d dt n1, cc n1, dt n2-jn vvd p-acp po32 n2. np1 vbds po32 j n1, n2-jn vbdr j-jn p-acp pno31; (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2179 but he is no God that can truckle under another, and be in subjection unto any Being. but he is no God that can truckle under Another, and be in subjection unto any Being. cc-acp pns31 vbz dx n1 cst vmb n1 p-acp j-jn, cc vbb p-acp n1 p-acp d vbg. (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2180 And this greatness of God calleth to all men to fear before him, and do reverence unto him: And this greatness of God calls to all men to Fear before him, and do Reverence unto him: cc d n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vdb vvi p-acp pno31: (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2181 who shall not fear before that God, whose throne is prepared in the heaven, and whose Kingdom ruleth over all? and for a free and voluntary subjection to him, who shall not Fear before that God, whose throne is prepared in the heaven, and whose Kingdom Ruleth over all? and for a free and voluntary subjection to him, r-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp cst np1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp d? cc p-acp dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp pno31, (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2182 for he ruleth over all, not as a Tyrant and Oppressor, whose title lies in his Sword, for he Ruleth over all, not as a Tyrant and Oppressor, whose title lies in his Sword, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp d, xx p-acp dt n1 cc n1, rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2183 but as one who is a native Prince, and hath a rightful title, not to obey whom is the highest Rebellion, which Samuel compareth to the sin of witchcraft. But I must leave the distinct and full application of this Doctrine for a further discourse. but as one who is a native Prince, and hath a rightful title, not to obey whom is the highest Rebellion, which Samuel compareth to the since of witchcraft. But I must leave the distinct and full application of this Doctrine for a further discourse. cc-acp c-acp pi r-crq vbz dt j-jn n1, cc vhz dt j n1, xx pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt js n1, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt jc n1. (12) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 112
2184 SERMON IX. Psal. CIII. 19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom ruleth over all. SERMON IX. Psalm CIII. 19. The Lord hath prepared his Throne in the Heavens, and his Kingdom Ruleth over all. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc po31 n1 vvz p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 210 Page 113
2185 I Am at this time to make Application of what you have heard, concerning the Governing-Providence of God. I shall do it under three Heads, shewing you how it may be useful for Instruction, for Consolation, and for Exhortation. I Am At this time to make Application of what you have herd, Concerning the Governing-Providence of God. I shall do it under three Heads, showing you how it may be useful for Instruction, for Consolation, and for Exhortation. pns11 vbm p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. pns11 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp crd n2, vvg pn22 c-crq pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 211 Page 113
2186 In the first place, you may conclude from hence, In what sense alone any thing can be said to be casual or necessary; what to determine concerning Chance, and Fortune, or Fate. As to the first I shall only lay down this Conclusion. In the First place, you may conclude from hence, In what sense alone any thing can be said to be casual or necessary; what to determine Concerning Chance, and Fortune, or Fate. As to the First I shall only lay down this Conclusion. p-acp dt ord n1, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp av, p-acp r-crq n1 av-j d n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j cc j; r-crq pc-acp vvi vvg vvi, cc n1, cc n1. c-acp p-acp dt ord pns11 vmb av-j vvi a-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 212 Page 113
2187 Concl. That although many things, as to our eyes, and apprehensions of them, may appear casual, yet there is nothing so with reference unto God, the first universal cause. Conclusio That although many things, as to our eyes, and apprehensions of them, may appear casual, yet there is nothing so with Referente unto God, the First universal cause. np1 cst cs d n2, c-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc n2 pp-f pno32, vmb vvi j, av a-acp vbz pix av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, dt ord j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2188 It is truly said by Augustine, that chance and fortune are but terms of humane ignorance; It is truly said by Augustine, that chance and fortune Are but terms of humane ignorance; pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp np1, d vvb cc n1 vbr p-acp n2 pp-f j n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2189 as we say of the old Philosophers occult qualities, they are but the refuges of ignorance: as we say of the old Philosophers occult qualities, they Are but the refuges of ignorance: c-acp pns12 vvb pp-f dt j n2 j n2, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2190 so the same may be said of chance and fortune. He described chance well, that called it inopinatum rei eventum, an event of a thing which man thought not of; so the same may be said of chance and fortune. He described chance well, that called it inopinatum rei Eventum, an event of a thing which man Thought not of; av dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f vvb cc n1. pns31 vvd vvb av, cst vvd pn31 fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq n1 vvd xx pp-f; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2191 it is not inordinatus eventus, but inopinatus: there is no event of any thing that is a slip of Providence, not ordered and disposed by him, whose Kingdom ruleth over all. Beings and existences, motions and actions, yea, errours and obliquities; it is not inordinatus eventus, but inopinatus: there is no event of any thing that is a slip of Providence, not ordered and disposed by him, whose Kingdom Ruleth over all. Beings and existences, motions and actions, yea, errors and obliquities; pn31 vbz xx fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la: a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f d n1 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, xx vvn cc vvn p-acp pno31, rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp d. n2 cc n2, n2 cc n2, uh, n2 cc n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2192 nothing cometh to pass in the world, but was foreseen, fore-ordained, fore-ordered, and that in infinite wisdom: nothing comes to pass in the world, but was foreseen, foreordained, fore-ordered, and that in infinite Wisdom: pix vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbds vvn, j, j, cc cst p-acp j n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 113
2193 but many things come to pass which we did not think of, could not foresee whose causes are hidden from us: but many things come to pass which we did not think of, could not foresee whose Causes Are hidden from us: cc-acp d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vdd xx vvi pp-f, vmd xx vvi r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno12: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2194 these things, we say, come by chance and fortune: A word indeed not very fit for a Christians mouth. these things, we say, come by chance and fortune: A word indeed not very fit for a Christians Mouth. d n2, pns12 vvb, vvb p-acp vvb cc n1: dt n1 av xx av j p-acp dt njpg2 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2195 I remember Augustine, more than once, repents that he had defiled his tongue with it. I Remember Augustine, more than once, repents that he had defiled his tongue with it. pns11 vvb np1, av-dc cs a-acp, vvz cst pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2196 The Heathens ignorant of the true God, and of his influence on all things, devised such a blind God as Fortune; and assigned it a place amongst their other Idols: The heathens ignorant of the true God, and of his influence on all things, devised such a blind God as Fortune; and assigned it a place among their other Idols: dt n2-jn j pp-f dt j np1, cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2, vvd d dt j np1 p-acp n1; cc vvn pn31 dt n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2197 Te facimus fortuna Deum. But Christians must own no such blind cause of things: Te facimus fortuna God. But Christians must own no such blind cause of things: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. p-acp np1 vmb vvi dx d j n1 pp-f n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2198 they believe there is a God, whose throne is prepared in the Heavens, and whose Kingdom ruleth over all; they believe there is a God, whose throne is prepared in the Heavens, and whose Kingdom Ruleth over all; pns32 vvb pc-acp vbz dt n1, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2, cc rg-crq n1 vvz p-acp d; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2199 and therefore can leave no place for chance or fortune. You read of a case, Deut. 19.5, which one would think, and Therefore can leave no place for chance or fortune. You read of a case, Deuteronomy 19.5, which one would think, cc av vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp vvb cc n1. pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, r-crq crd vmd vvi, (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2200 if any thing in the world were casual and fortuitous, that were so. A man goeth into the Wood, with his neighbour, to hew wood; if any thing in the world were casual and fortuitous, that were so. A man Goes into the Wood, with his neighbour, to hew wood; cs d n1 p-acp dt n1 vbdr j cc j, cst vbdr av. dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2201 and his hand fetcheth a stroke with the ax to cut down a tree, and the head slippeth from the helve, and his hand Fetches a stroke with the ax to Cut down a tree, and the head slippeth from the helve, cc po31 n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2202 and lighteth upon his neighbour that he dye. and lights upon his neighbour that he die. cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vvb. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2203 What can be imagined more casual and fortuitous than this, for the head of an Hatchet to fly off from the helve, What can be imagined more casual and fortuitous than this, for the head of an Hatchet to fly off from the helve, q-crq vmb vbi vvn av-dc j cc j cs d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2204 and to kill a man at work with him who had the Hatchet? such were the cases also mentioned, Numb. 35.22, 23. Casting a thing upon a man without laying of wait; and to kill a man At work with him who had the Hatchet? such were the cases also mentioned, Numb. 35.22, 23. Casting a thing upon a man without laying of wait; cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vhd dt n1? d vbdr dt n2 av vvn, j. crd, crd vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2205 or with any stone, wherewith a man may dye, seeing him not, nor seeking his harm: yet in these cases, Exod. 21.13, God is said to deliver the person slain into his hand, who involuntarily and unwarily hath been the cause of his death. or with any stone, wherewith a man may die, seeing him not, nor seeking his harm: yet in these cases, Exod 21.13, God is said to deliver the person slave into his hand, who involuntarily and unwarily hath been the cause of his death. cc p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi, vvg pno31 xx, ccx vvg po31 n1: av p-acp d n2, np1 crd, np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, r-crq av-jn cc av-j vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
11442 and that upon these two grounds: 1. They reach not to another life. and that upon these two grounds: 1. They reach not to Another life. cc cst p-acp d crd n2: crd pns32 vvb xx p-acp j-jn n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
2206 There are many things, which indeed to us are casual, nothing is so to God; he hath ordered all, he ruleth and governeth all actions. There Are many things, which indeed to us Are casual, nothing is so to God; he hath ordered all, he Ruleth and Governs all actions. pc-acp vbr d n2, r-crq av p-acp pno12 vbr j, pix vbz av p-acp np1; pns31 vhz vvn d, pns31 vvz cc vvz d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2207 Ahimaaz and Cushi knew not of each others journey; or at least he that ran first knew nothing of the others journey: Ahimaaz and Cushi knew not of each Others journey; or At least he that ran First knew nothing of the Others journey: vhz cc j vvd xx pp-f d ng1-jn n1; cc p-acp ds pns31 cst vvd ord vvd pix pp-f dt n2-jn n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2208 they both met at the Court of David to carry tydings of Absaloms death: but Joab had ordered the running of both. Ahimaaz casually met Cushi there; they both met At the Court of David to carry tidings of Absaloms death: but Joab had ordered the running of both. Ahimaaz casually met Cushi there; pns32 d vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f npg1 n1: cc-acp np1 vhd vvn dt n-vvg pp-f d. vhz av-j vvd np1 a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2209 but though it was casual to him, it was not so to Joab who sent him: but though it was casual to him, it was not so to Joab who sent him: cc-acp cs pn31 vbds j p-acp pno31, pn31 vbds xx av p-acp np1 r-crq vvd pno31: (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2210 I say, nothing is in it self casual, or with respect unto God casual; I say, nothing is in it self casual, or with respect unto God casual; pns11 vvb, pix vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 j; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2211 with respect to us many things are so, that is, we do not know the causes of them; with respect to us many things Are so, that is, we do not know the Causes of them; p-acp n1 p-acp pno12 d n2 vbr av, cst vbz, pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f pno32; (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2212 but God ordereth and directeth all; his Kingdom, his Rule and Government extendeth to it; his hand is in it, either permitting, or effecting it. but God Ordereth and directeth all; his Kingdom, his Rule and Government extendeth to it; his hand is in it, either permitting, or effecting it. cc-acp np1 vvz cc vvz d; po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp pn31; po31 n1 vbz p-acp pn31, av-d vvg, cc vvg pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 213 Page 114
2213 Secondly, You may from hence conclude how things are necessary. Arminians make a great deal of stir about this, Secondly, You may from hence conclude how things Are necessary. Arminians make a great deal of stir about this, ord, pn22 vmb p-acp av vvi c-crq n2 vbr j. njp2 vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d, (13) sermon (DIV3) 214 Page 114
2214 and charge those, whom they call Calvinists, as maintaining a fatal necessity of all things. and charge those, whom they call Calvinists, as maintaining a fatal necessity of all things. cc vvb d, ro-crq pns32 vvb np1, p-acp vvg dt j n1 pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 214 Page 115
2215 Let us examine the word Fate a little, we shall find a three or fourfold use of it; Let us examine the word Fate a little, we shall find a three or fourfold use of it; vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 n1 dt j, pns12 vmb vvi dt crd cc j n1 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 214 Page 115
2216 there is two or three sorts of Fate, which we shall condemn as freely as any of them: there is two or three sorts of Fate, which we shall condemn as freely as any of them: pc-acp vbz crd cc crd n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi c-acp av-j c-acp d pp-f pno32: (13) sermon (DIV3) 214 Page 115
2217 but in a fourth sense we shall find the word honest enough, and to destroy it, will ask better arguments than any they have yet favoured the world with. but in a fourth sense we shall find the word honest enough, and to destroy it, will ask better Arguments than any they have yet favoured the world with. cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 j av-d, cc pc-acp vvi pn31, vmb vvi jc n2 cs d pns32 vhb av vvn dt n1 p-acp. (13) sermon (DIV3) 214 Page 115
2218 1. There is a Stoical fate. The Stoicks were a sort of ancient Philosophers; you read of their name in Scripture, Act. 17.18. They fancied an eternal necessity of things, Cui & Deum licet nolentem subesse fingebant nexum in rebus ipsis; 1. There is a Stoical fate. The Stoics were a sort of ancient Philosophers; you read of their name in Scripture, Act. 17.18. They fancied an Eternal necessity of things, Cui & God licet nolentem Subesse fingebant nexum in rebus Ipse; crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1. dt njp2 vbdr dt n1 pp-f j n2; pn22 vvb pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1, n1 crd. pns32 vvd dt j n1 pp-f n2, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 215 Page 115
2219 to which, they conceived God himself, though against his will, was subjected: to which, they conceived God himself, though against his will, was subjected: p-acp r-crq, pns32 vvd np1 px31, cs p-acp po31 n1, vbds vvn: (13) sermon (DIV3) 215 Page 115
2220 according to this they fancied all things came to pass by an equal necessity, and that the wills of men were forced by it. according to this they fancied all things Come to pass by an equal necessity, and that the wills of men were forced by it. vvg p-acp d pns32 vvd d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 215 Page 115
2221 This is a fate to be abominated by all those that own God, and him as the first cause of all things. This is a fate to be abominated by all those that own God, and him as the First cause of all things. d vbz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d d cst d np1, cc pno31 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 215 Page 115
2222 2. There is a Mathematical fate. This was a necessity of things depending upon the motions and influences of the stars: 2. There is a Mathematical fate. This was a necessity of things depending upon the motions and influences of the Stars: crd pc-acp vbz dt j n1. d vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 216 Page 115
2223 these men indeed make God to be the ruler of the Stars, but the Stars to be the Rulers of mens motions and actions, according to that verse in credit amongst them, Astra regunt homines, sed regit astra Deus; these men indeed make God to be the ruler of the Stars, but the Stars to be the Rulers of men's motions and actions, according to that verse in credit among them, Astra regunt homines, sed regit Astra Deus; d n2 av vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2 cc n2, vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (13) sermon (DIV3) 216 Page 115
2224 as if God did not exercise a daily Dominion and Power over the Creation, but had made the celestial bodies, which being created, as if God did not exercise a daily Dominion and Power over the Creation, but had made the celestial bodies, which being created, c-acp cs np1 vdd xx vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vhd vvn dt j n2, r-crq vbg vvn, (13) sermon (DIV3) 216 Page 115
2225 and set in their order, move other things by a fatal necessity. Of both these, Augustine saith, Si cor tuum non esset fatuum, non crederes fatum: and Set in their order, move other things by a fatal necessity. Of both these, Augustine Says, Si cor tuum non esset fatuum, non crederes fatum: cc vvn p-acp po32 n1, vvb j-jn n2 p-acp dt j n1. pp-f d d, np1 vvz, fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-fr n1 fw-la: (13) sermon (DIV3) 216 Page 115
2226 if thou hadst not a foolish heart, thou wouldst not credit such a thing as fate. if thou Hadst not a foolish heart, thou Wouldst not credit such a thing as fate. cs pns21 vhd2 xx dt j n1, pns21 vmd2 xx vvi d dt n1 p-acp n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 216 Page 115
2227 3. There is thirdly, a Physical or Natural fate, by which we understand that necessity which God hath established in natural causes; 3. There is Thirdly, a Physical or Natural fate, by which we understand that necessity which God hath established in natural Causes; crd pc-acp vbz ord, dt j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp j n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 115
2228 according to which, they cannot but produce such and such effects, supposing them not hindered by the supreme cause: according to which, they cannot but produce such and such effects, supposing them not hindered by the supreme cause: vvg p-acp r-crq, pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi d cc d n2, vvg pno32 xx vvn p-acp dt j n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 115
2229 thus the fire burneth necessarily, and we say, all natural causes move necessarily, and produce their effects, thus the fire burns necessarily, and we say, all natural Causes move necessarily, and produce their effects, av dt n1 vvz av-j, cc pns12 vvb, d j n2 vvb av-j, cc vvi po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 115
2230 unless suspended, hindered, or restrained by some superiour cause: unless suspended, hindered, or restrained by Some superior cause: cs vvn, vvn, cc vvn p-acp d j-jn n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 115
2231 this is called in Scripture Gods Covenant with day and night, heat and cold, summer and winter. Such a necessity all must acknowledg, in the operation of all natural agents; this is called in Scripture God's Covenant with day and night, heat and cold, summer and winter. Such a necessity all must acknowledge, in the operation of all natural agents; d vbz vvn p-acp n1 npg1 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 cc j-jn, n1 cc n1. d dt n1 d vmb vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 115
2232 the power and pleasures of God only being reserved to countermand their operations, which when he doth, we call it a miraculous work of God: the power and pleasures of God only being reserved to countermand their operations, which when he does, we call it a miraculous work of God: dt n1 cc n2 pp-f np1 av-j vbg vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n2, r-crq c-crq pns31 vdz, pns12 vvb pn31 dt j n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 116
2233 thus, day and night, cold and heat, seed-time and harvest, summer and winter are under a fate, they necessarily follow one another; thus, day and night, cold and heat, seedtime and harvest, summer and winter Are under a fate, they necessarily follow one Another; av, n1 cc n1, j-jn cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns32 av-j vvi pi j-jn; (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 116
2234 but as God was the first cause of this necessity by the Covenant he established, but as God was the First cause of this necessity by the Covenant he established, cc-acp c-acp np1 vbds dt ord n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd, (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 116
2235 so their event is in the power of God to hinder, or suspend, or alter as he pleaseth. so their event is in the power of God to hinder, or suspend, or altar as he Pleases. av po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi c-acp pns31 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV3) 217 Page 116
2236 4. But then, Lastly, There is a Theological or Christian fate, which is nothing but a necessity of event imposed upon things by the most holy, wise, eternal, free purpose, 4. But then, Lastly, There is a Theological or Christian fate, which is nothing but a necessity of event imposed upon things by the most holy, wise, Eternal, free purpose, crd p-acp av, ord, pc-acp vbz dt j cc np1 n1, r-crq vbz pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt ds j, j, j, j n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2237 and counsel of God, executed by his Providence. and counsel of God, executed by his Providence. cc n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2238 It is true, the name of fate soundeth ill, because of the Stoical and Mathematical vanities about it; It is true, the name of fate soundeth ill, Because of the Stoical and Mathematical vanities about it; pn31 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz j-jn, c-acp pp-f dt j cc j n2 p-acp pn31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2239 but if we take it for, Quod Deus in animo suo fatus est, apud se statuit, ac decrevit: but if we take it for, Quod Deus in animo Sue fatus est, apud se statuit, ac decrevit: cc-acp cs pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la: (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2240 what God hath said within himself, purposed and decreed, it is innocent enough. what God hath said within himself, purposed and decreed, it is innocent enough. r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp px31, vvn cc vvn, pn31 vbz j-jn av-d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2241 Now whoso denieth a fate (if they will call it so), in this sense, doth not so well, Now whoso Denieth a fate (if they will call it so), in this sense, does not so well, av r-crq vvz dt n1 (cs pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av), p-acp d n1, vdz xx av av, (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2242 as he should do, understand the Divine Nature, or the Scriptures. as he should do, understand the Divine Nature, or the Scriptures. c-acp pns31 vmd vdi, vvb dt j-jn n1, cc dt n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2243 We neither deny (saith Augustine), an order of causes, which the will of God hath set; We neither deny (Says Augustine), an order of Causes, which the will of God hath Set; pns12 d vvb (vvz np1), dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn; (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2244 neither do we call it fate: In the mean time they are very ignorant, that cannot see the difference betwixt this necessity of events, and the Stoical fate. neither do we call it fate: In the mean time they Are very ignorant, that cannot see the difference betwixt this necessity of events, and the Stoical fate. d vdb pns12 vvb pn31 n1: p-acp dt j n1 pns32 vbr av j, cst vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 218 Page 116
2245 1. The Stoicks subjected God himself to fate: 1. The Stoics subjected God himself to fate: crd dt njp2 vvn np1 px31 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
11516 although not for their personal sins, yet for the sins of their Parents; although not for their personal Sins, yet for the Sins of their Parents; cs xx p-acp po32 j n2, av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1170 Page 588
2246 this necessity dependeth upon the will of God as the cause of it. 2. They made their fate pre-existent to God. 3. They asserted a fate that took away all the liberty of mans will. this necessity dependeth upon the will of God as the cause of it. 2. They made their fate preexistent to God. 3. They asserted a fate that took away all the liberty of men will. d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. crd pns32 vvd po32 n1 j p-acp np1. crd pns32 vvn dt n1 cst vvd av d dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2247 Now this is no consequent (saith Augustine ) that if God hath set a certain order of all causes, then nothing is in the power of our wills. Now this is no consequent (Says Augustine) that if God hath Set a certain order of all Causes, then nothing is in the power of our wills. av d vbz dx j (vvz np1) d cs np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f d n2, av pix vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2248 The upshot of all is this. The upshot of all is this. dt n1 pp-f d vbz d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2249 We say there are a thousand things happen in respect of us casually, and fortuitously, that is, we know not the causes of them, We say there Are a thousand things happen in respect of us casually, and fortuitously, that is, we know not the Causes of them, pns12 vvb pc-acp vbr dt crd n2 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f pno12 av-j, cc av-j, cst vbz, pns12 vvb xx dt n2 pp-f pno32, (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2250 and manner of their operations, yet there is nothing so in respect of God. and manner of their operations, yet there is nothing so in respect of God. cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, av pc-acp vbz pix av p-acp n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2251 And though all things happen necessarily, as to the event, with respect to the decree of God, which hath set all things in an order; And though all things happen necessarily, as to the event, with respect to the Decree of God, which hath Set all things in an order; cc cs d n2 vvb av-j, c-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn d n2 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2252 and in respect of the universal power, and influence of his Governing Providence; yet for such things as are done by us, they are not necessarily brought forth, but freely: and in respect of the universal power, and influence of his Governing Providence; yet for such things as Are done by us, they Are not necessarily brought forth, but freely: cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg n1; av p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr vdn p-acp pno12, pns32 vbr xx av-j vvn av, cc-acp av-j: (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2253 our will is not forced, but acteth as a free agent. But I shall add no more to the first Branch of Instruction. our will is not forced, but Acts as a free agent. But I shall add no more to the First Branch of Instruction. po12 n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp vvz p-acp dt j n1. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 219 Page 116
2254 2. Branch. What you have heard, may help to confirm your Faith as to the glorious nature of God, and that in four or five Particulars: 2. Branch. What you have herd, may help to confirm your Faith as to the glorious nature of God, and that in four or five Particulars: crd n1. r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc cst p-acp crd cc crd n2-j: (13) sermon (DIV3) 220 Page 117
2255 1. As to his Omniscience or knowledg of all things; He must needs know all things who governeth all things; 1. As to his Omniscience or knowledge of all things; He must needs know all things who Governs all things; crd p-acp p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2; pns31 vmb av vvi d n2 r-crq vvz d n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2256 He governs all the beings and existences of his creatures, all their motions and actions, all their errours, obliquities and Omissions, He governs all the beings and existences of his creatures, all their motions and actions, all their errors, obliquities and Omissions, pns31 vvz d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, d po32 n2 cc n2, d po32 n2, n2 cc n2, (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2257 as I have shewed you, which he could not do if they were not all naked in his sight: as I have showed you, which he could not do if they were not all naked in his sighed: c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, r-crq pns31 vmd xx vdi cs pns32 vbdr xx d j p-acp po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2258 all things must needs be open and naked in his sight with whom we have to do. all things must needs be open and naked in his sighed with whom we have to do. d n2 vmb av vbi j cc j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi. (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2259 The Doctrine of Gods Omniscience is evident from the work of Creation? He that made the Eye, shall he not see? He that made the Ear, shall he not hear? and it is evident from the work of Providence, The Doctrine of God's Omniscience is evident from the work of Creation? He that made the Eye, shall he not see? He that made the Ear, shall he not hear? and it is evident from the work of Providence, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? pns31 cst vvd dt n1, vmb pns31 xx vvi? pns31 cst vvd dt n1, vmb pns31 xx vvi? cc pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2260 if his Kingdom ruleth over all. if his Kingdom Ruleth over all. cs po31 n1 vvz p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 221 Page 117
2261 2. Secondly, It as much confirmeth us in the Doctrine of Gods Omnipotence. If his Kingdom ruleth over all: 1. He must have a power to Rule and govern all. 2. He must be in a capacity to exercise this power, 2. Secondly, It as much confirmeth us in the Doctrine of God's Omnipotence. If his Kingdom Ruleth over all: 1. He must have a power to Rule and govern all. 2. He must be in a capacity to exercise this power, crd ord, pn31 c-acp d vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. cs po31 n1 vvz p-acp d: crd pns31 vmb vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d. crd pns31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 222 Page 117
2262 and there must be no power able to resist him; and there must be no power able to resist him; cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 j pc-acp vvi pno31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 222 Page 117
2263 So that you may see the Reasonableness of those titles given to God in Scripture, viz. The Lord God Omnipotent. The Almighty God. So that you may see the Reasonableness of those titles given to God in Scripture, viz. The Lord God Omnipotent. The Almighty God. av cst pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, n1 dt n1 np1 j. dt j-jn np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 222 Page 117
2264 The King of Kings. The Lord of Lords. The Lord of all the Hosts of Heaven and Earth. The King of Kings. The Lord of lords. The Lord of all the Hosts of Heaven and Earth. dt n1 pp-f n2. dt n1 pp-f n2. dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 222 Page 117
2383 1. That the glory of God is the great end that he aimeth at in all his actions: 1. That the glory of God is the great end that he aimeth At in all his actions: crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp d po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 233 Page 123
2265 If there were any thing too hard for God; if he could be resisted, he could not rule over all. If there were any thing too hard for God; if he could be resisted, he could not Rule over all. cs a-acp vbdr d n1 av av-j c-acp np1; cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 222 Page 117
2266 3. Thirdly, It may confirm you in the Activity of the Divine Essence. The Schoolmen say, That God is Totus Actus, wholly an Act, always moving, working, operating; 3. Thirdly, It may confirm you in the Activity of the Divine Essence. The Schoolmen say, That God is Totus Actus, wholly an Act, always moving, working, operating; crd ord, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. dt n2 vvb, cst np1 vbz fw-la fw-la, av-jn dt n1, av vvg, vvg, vvg; (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2267 so it must be if he hath such a Rule, as I have been describing to you. so it must be if he hath such a Rule, as I have been describing to you. av pn31 vmb vbi cs pns31 vhz d dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn22. (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2268 He must fill all places, not as a meer inactive moles, and bulk of a thing filleth a place: He must fill all places, not as a mere inactive Moles, and bulk of a thing fills a place: pns31 vmb vvi d n2, xx p-acp dt j j n2, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2269 but so as at the same time he is in all places at work, seeing, observing, governing, effecting, but so as At the same time he is in all places At work, seeing, observing, governing, effecting, cc-acp av c-acp p-acp dt d n1 pns31 vbz p-acp d n2 p-acp n1, vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg, (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2270 and directing, or restraining, and over-ruling. We have no Similitude to express it by, but cometh much short. and directing, or restraining, and overruling. We have no Similitude to express it by, but comes much short. cc vvg, cc vvg, cc j. pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, cc-acp vvz d j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2271 That of the Soul in man comes nearest it which is in all parts of the body, animating, actuating, and governing of it. That of the Soul in man comes nearest it which is in all parts of the body, animating, actuating, and governing of it. d pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vvz av-j pn31 r-crq vbz p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 223 Page 117
2272 4. It confirms us in our belief of the Infinite wisdom of God. He is called, The only wise God, 1 Tim. 1.17, and Jude v. 25. This Doctrine concludes it. 4. It confirms us in our belief of the Infinite Wisdom of God. He is called, The only wise God, 1 Tim. 1.17, and U^de v. 25. This Doctrine concludes it. crd pn31 vvz pno12 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. pns31 vbz vvn, dt j j np1, vvn np1 crd, cc np1 n1 crd d n1 vvz pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 117
2273 We see it requires a great deal of wisdom to govern a Family, and keep it (if it consists of many members) in order; We see it requires a great deal of Wisdom to govern a Family, and keep it (if it consists of many members) in order; pns12 vvb pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb pn31 (cs pn31 vvz pp-f d n2) p-acp n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 117
2274 but much more to govern the greater bodies of people, in Towns, Cities, Kingdoms, Empires, &c. Such a variety there is of motions, humours, passions and tempers of people: but much more to govern the greater bodies of people, in Towns, Cities, Kingdoms, Empires, etc. Such a variety there is of motions, humours, passion and tempers of people: cc-acp av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi dt jc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, av d dt n1 a-acp vbz pp-f n2, n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 118
2275 Who is able to conceive what Wisdom it requires to govern all beings in the World, all motions and actions of all creatures in the World, Who is able to conceive what Wisdom it requires to govern all beings in the World, all motions and actions of all creatures in the World, r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1, d n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 118
2276 and to keep them in any order or decorum at all? In fine, Next to the work of Creation, there is nothing like the work of Providence well-studied to give a man the true notion of God, and to keep them in any order or decorum At all? In fine, Next to the work of Creation, there is nothing like the work of Providence well-studied to give a man the true notion of God, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 cc n1 p-acp d? p-acp j, ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz pix j dt n1 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 118
2277 and let us know what manner of Essence, the Divine Essence necessarily must be. Thus much by way of Instruction. and let us know what manner of Essence, the Divine Essence necessarily must be. Thus much by Way of Instruction. cc vvb pno12 vvi r-crq n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn n1 av-j vmb vbi. av av-d p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 224 Page 118
2278 Secondly, This Doctrine serveth for the unspeakable consolation of the people of God. Psalm 97.1, The Lord reigneth, let the Earth rejoyce; Secondly, This Doctrine serves for the unspeakable consolation of the people of God. Psalm 97.1, The Lord Reigneth, let the Earth rejoice; ord, d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd, dt n1 vvz, vvb dt n1 vvb; (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2279 let the multitude of Isles be glad thereof. It is matter of rejoycing to all the World that the Lord reigneth; let the multitude of Isles be glad thereof. It is matter of rejoicing to all the World that the Lord Reigneth; vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 vbb j av. pn31 vbz n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d dt n1 cst dt n1 vvz; (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2280 and there is none so vile and wicked, but experienceth much (though many consider it not) of the good effects of this universal Dominion which God exerciseth. and there is none so vile and wicked, but experienceth much (though many Consider it not) of the good effects of this universal Dominion which God Exerciseth. cc pc-acp vbz pix av j cc j, cc-acp vvz av-d (cs d vvb pn31 xx) pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2281 The Devils cannot do what they please in it; the wills and passions of men cannot have their swing. The Devils cannot do what they please in it; the wills and passion of men cannot have their swing. dt n2 vmbx vdi q-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pn31; dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vmbx vhi po32 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2282 There is an Almighty One that holds the reins upon the brutish affections and passions of men; There is an Almighty One that holds the reins upon the brutish affections and passion of men; pc-acp vbz dt j-jn crd cst vvz dt n2 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2283 the ill effects of which the greatest Atheists and contemners of God which live in the World, would quickly experience: the ill effects of which the greatest Atheists and contemners of God which live in the World, would quickly experience: dt j-jn n2 pp-f r-crq dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, vmd av-j n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2284 but to the people of God, as being the lesser number, the most hated and maligned part of the World, but to the people of God, as being the lesser number, the most hated and maligned part of the World, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vbg dt jc n1, dt av-ds j-vvn cc vvd n1 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2285 and the far weaker as to natural strength and power; and the Far Weaker as to natural strength and power; cc dt av-j jc p-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2286 besides the restraint their Souls are under from putting out what natural power and strength they have beyond the Divine Law, doth most eminently demonstrate to them the good effects of the Lords Reign, and the necessity of it. beside the restraint their Souls Are under from putting out what natural power and strength they have beyond the Divine Law, does most eminently demonstrate to them the good effects of the lords Reign, and the necessity of it. p-acp dt n1 po32 n2 vbr p-acp p-acp vvg av q-crq j n1 cc n1 pns32 vhb p-acp dt j-jn n1, vdz av-ds av-j vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvi, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2287 Isa. 52.7, How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him that bringeth good tidings, that publisheth peace, that bringeth good tidings of good, that publisheth salvation; Isaiah 52.7, How beautiful upon the Mountains Are the feet of him that brings good tidings, that Publisheth peace, that brings good tidings of good, that Publisheth salvation; np1 crd, c-crq j p-acp dt n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f pno31 cst vvz j n2, cst vvz n1, cst vvz j n2 pp-f j, cst vvz n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2288 that saith unto Zion, thy God reigneth? It is good news to all the World, that God reigneth; but particularly to Sion, to the Church and the people of God: that Says unto Zion, thy God Reigneth? It is good news to all the World, that God Reigneth; but particularly to Sion, to the Church and the people of God: cst vvz p-acp np1, po21 np1 vvz? pn31 vbz j n1 p-acp d dt n1, cst np1 vvz; p-acp av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2289 to the whole visible Church it is good tidings, but particularly to the invisible part that is militant here on Earth, and the individual members thereof. to the Whole visible Church it is good tidings, but particularly to the invisible part that is militant Here on Earth, and the Individu members thereof. p-acp dt j-jn j n1 pn31 vbz j n2, cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz j av p-acp n1, cc dt j-jn n2 av. (13) sermon (DIV3) 225 Page 118
2290 1. This Doctrine first is of great use to comfort them against, and under all their disturbances for things which happen to the Church in general, or themselves in particular. 1. This Doctrine First is of great use to Comfort them against, and under all their disturbances for things which happen to the Church in general, or themselves in particular. crd d n1 ord vbz a-acp j n1 p-acp vvb pno32 p-acp, cc p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc px32 p-acp j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 118
2291 A ship at Sea were but in an ill case if it were not for him that sate at the Helm: A ship At Sea were but in an ill case if it were not for him that sat At the Helm: dt n1 p-acp n1 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp pno31 cst vvd p-acp dt n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 118
2292 a skilful Pilot there ordereth her well enough, so as the winds serve his design; a skilful Pilot there Ordereth her well enough, so as the winds serve his Design; dt j n1 a-acp vvz pno31 av av-d, av c-acp dt n2 vvb po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 118
2293 so it is with the Church tossed with winds and waves, she is only safe in the Lords government of all the affairs of the World. so it is with the Church tossed with winds and waves, she is only safe in the lords government of all the affairs of the World. av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 vbz av-j j p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2294 Luther (I remember) saith thus of himself; Luther (I Remember) Says thus of himself; np1 (pns11 vvb) vvz av pp-f px31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2295 I (saith he) have often attempted to prescribe God ways and methods in the government of his Church, and other affairs. I (Says he) have often attempted to prescribe God ways and methods in the government of his Church, and other affairs. pns11 (vvz pns31) vhi av vvn pc-acp vvi np1 n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc j-jn n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2296 I have said, Ah Domine, hoc velim ita fieri, hoc ordine, hoc eventu. I would have this thing thus done, in this order, with this event. I have said, Ah Domine, hoc velim ita fieri, hoc Order, hoc eventu. I would have this thing thus done, in this order, with this event. pns11 vhb vvn, uh fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la. pns11 vmd vhi d n1 av vdn, p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2297 But, saith he, God did quite contrary to what I asked of him. But, Says he, God did quite contrary to what I asked of him. p-acp, vvz pns31, np1 vdd av j-jn p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pp-f pno31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2298 Then (saith he) I thought with my self what I would have had, was not contrary to the glory of God, Then (Says he) I Thought with my self what I would have had, was not contrary to the glory of God, cs (vvz pns31) pns11 vvd p-acp po11 n1 r-crq pns11 vmd vhi vhn, vbds xx j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2299 but would have been of great use for the sanctifying of his Name. but would have been of great use for the sanctifying of his Name. cc-acp vmd vhi vbn pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2300 In short, it was a brave design, well advised, but undoubtedly God laught at at this wisdom of men: In short, it was a brave Design, well advised, but undoubtedly God laughed At At this Wisdom of men: p-acp j, pn31 vbds dt j n1, av vvn, cc-acp av-j np1 vvd p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2301 and said, Go to now, I know you are a learned man, and a wise man; and said, Go to now, I know you Are a learned man, and a wise man; cc vvd, vvb p-acp av, pns11 vvb pn22 vbr dt j n1, cc dt j n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2302 But it was never my manner to allow Saint Peter, or Saint Martin or any other, to instruct, teach, govern, or lead me. But it was never my manner to allow Saint Peter, or Saint Martin or any other, to instruct, teach, govern, or led me. cc-acp pn31 vbds av-x po11 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 np1, cc n1 np1 cc d n-jn, pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb, cc vvb pno11. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2303 Non sum Deus passivus, sed activus; I am not a passive, but an active God. Non sum Deus passivus, sed activus; I am not a passive, but an active God. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la; pns11 vbm xx dt j, cc-acp dt j np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2304 That great man and Melancthon were two famous Instruments in the Reformation of Germany, but of different tempers: That great man and Melanchthon were two famous Instruments in the Reformation of Germany, but of different tempers: cst j n1 cc np1 vbdr crd j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pp-f j n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2305 Melancthon was a man of a more mild and gentle Spirit, and melancholick timerous temper. Luther was of a more fierce and bold temper. Melanchthon was a man of a more mild and gentle Spirit, and melancholic timorous temper. Luther was of a more fierce and bold temper. np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1, cc j j n1. np1 vbds pp-f dt av-dc j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2306 Melancthon would often write very troubled Letters to Luther about the state of the Church affairs. Luther would constantly make use of this argument, from the Governing-Providence of God to support Melancthon. Melancthon (saith he), Let God alone to govern the World; The Lord reigneth. Melanchthon would often write very troubled Letters to Luther about the state of the Church affairs. Luther would constantly make use of this argument, from the Governing-Providence of God to support Melanchthon. Melanchthon (Says he), Let God alone to govern the World; The Lord Reigneth. np1 vmd av vvi av j-vvn n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n2. np1 vmd av-j vvi n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi np1. np1 (vvz pns31), vvb np1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1; dt n1 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2307 It pleaseth God so to order it in his Providence, that the face of affairs relating to the Church, often looks very sadly, It Pleases God so to order it in his Providence, that the face of affairs relating to the Church, often looks very sadly, pn31 vvz np1 av pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, av vvz av av-j, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2308 and there is nothing which giveth the spirits of the people of God a greater disturbance. and there is nothing which gives the spirits of the people of God a greater disturbance. cc pc-acp vbz pix r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 dt jc n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2309 Now all these disturbances are caused from our Not-attending to this Principle; which yet every good Christian professeth to receive, and to believe. Now all these disturbances Are caused from our Notattending to this Principle; which yet every good Christian Professes to receive, and to believe. av d d n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 j p-acp d n1; r-crq av d j njp vvz pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2310 Were we but rooted and grounded in the faith of this one Principle, That the Kingdom of God ruleth over all, and that he exerciseth a special care and Government relating to his Church, Were we but rooted and grounded in the faith of this one Principle, That the Kingdom of God Ruleth over all, and that he Exerciseth a special care and Government relating to his Church, np1 pns12 p-acp vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d, cc cst pns31 vvz dt j n1 cc n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2311 and ruleth the World with a special regard to the good of his little flock, we could neither be immoderately disturbed for the concern of the glory of God, and Ruleth the World with a special regard to the good of his little flock, we could neither be immoderately disturbed for the concern of the glory of God, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 j n1, pns12 vmd av-dx vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2312 nor yet for the Church of God. 1 Chron. 16.31, Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoyce, and let men say amongst the Nations, the Lord reigneth; nor yet for the Church of God. 1 Chronicles 16.31, Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice, and let men say among the nations, the Lord Reigneth; ccx av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 crd, vvb dt n2 vbb j, cc vvb dt n1 vvb, cc vvb n2 vvb p-acp dt n2, dt n1 vvz; (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2313 let the Sea roar, and the fulness thereof, let the fields rejoyce, and all that is therein, let the Sea roar, and the fullness thereof, let the fields rejoice, and all that is therein, vvb dt n1 vvi, cc dt n1 av, vvb dt n2 vvb, cc d cst vbz av, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2314 Then shall the trees of the wood sing out at the presence of the Lord, because he cometh to judg the Earth. Then shall the trees of the wood sing out At the presence of the Lord, Because he comes to judge the Earth. av vmb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 119
2315 Say therefore unto Zion, Thy God reigneth. Let Papists rage, and Atheists scoff and threaten, and do what they can; Say Therefore unto Zion, Thy God Reigneth. Let Papists rage, and Atheists scoff and threaten, and do what they can; vvb av p-acp np1, po21 np1 vvz. vvb njp2 n1, cc n2 vvb cc vvi, cc vdb r-crq pns32 vmb; (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 120
2316 Let all their Favourites take counsel together and join hand in hand: Let all their Favourites take counsel together and join hand in hand: vvb d po32 n2 vvb n1 av cc vvi n1 p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 120
2317 when they have done all they can, they will find, that the Lord reigneth. And this is enough to say unto Sion, or to any of her sons and daughters. Two things are sufficient in the most troublesom and tumultuous times to still, support, when they have done all they can, they will find, that the Lord Reigneth. And this is enough to say unto Sion, or to any of her Sons and daughters. Two things Are sufficient in the most troublesome and tumultuous times to still, support, c-crq pns32 vhb vdn d pns32 vmb, pns32 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 vvz. cc d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2. crd n2 vbr j p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp av, vvb, (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 120
2318 and comfort the spirits of Gods people. and Comfort the spirits of God's people. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 226 Page 120
2319 1. That the Lord reigneth; and hath an unquestionable superintendence upon all the Beings of his creatures, all their motions and all their actions: 1. That the Lord Reigneth; and hath an unquestionable superintendence upon all the Beings of his creatures, all their motions and all their actions: crd cst dt n1 vvz; cc vhz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, d po32 n2 cc d po32 n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 227 Page 120
2320 He is higher in power than the highest of them. 2. That this God is our God. He is higher in power than the highest of them. 2. That this God is our God. pns31 vbz jc p-acp n1 cs dt js pp-f pno32. crd cst d np1 vbz po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 227 Page 120
2321 The Psalmist hinteth both in that excellent 46 Psalm, v. 10, Be still, and know that I am God; The Psalmist hinteth both in that excellent 46 Psalm, v. 10, Be still, and know that I am God; dt n1 vvz d p-acp cst j crd n1, n1 crd, vbb av, cc vvb cst pns11 vbm np1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2322 I will be exalted amongst the Heathen, I will be exalted in the Earth: The Lord of Hosts is with us: I will be exalted among the Heathen, I will be exalted in the Earth: The Lord of Hosts is with us: pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j-jn, pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp pno12: (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2323 The God of Jacob is our refuge. The God of Jacob is our refuge. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2324 Let not therefore those that fear the Lord trouble themselves about the motions of the World, Let not Therefore those that Fear the Lord trouble themselves about the motions of the World, vvb xx av d cst vvb dt n1 vvb px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2325 and commotions in it, about the ragings of lewd men against the interest of Christ. and commotions in it, about the ragings of lewd men against the Interest of christ. cc n2 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2326 Let them not trouble themselves further than is their duty, viz. to be sensible of the rebukes of Divine Providence; Let them not trouble themselves further than is their duty, viz. to be sensible of the rebukes of Divine Providence; vvb pno32 xx vvi px32 av-jc cs vbz po32 n1, n1 pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2327 The Lord reigneth, He that sitteth in the heavens laugheth. The Lord Reigneth, He that Sitteth in the heavens Laugheth. dt n1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n2 vvz. (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2328 The Lord shall have them in derision, and shall (one day) speak unto them in his wrath, The Lord shall have them in derision, and shall (one day) speak unto them in his wrath, dt n1 vmb vhi pno32 p-acp n1, cc vmb (pi n1) vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2329 and vex them in his sore displeasure; and vex them in his soar displeasure; cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 j n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2330 and let the World know, that yet he hath set his King upon his holy hill of Sion. and let the World know, that yet he hath Set his King upon his holy hill of Sion. cc vvb dt n1 vvb, cst av pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2331 I remember a passage of Luther, Si nos ruamus, ruet Christus, unus Christus scilicet, magnus ille regnator mundi, &c. If we perish (saith he) Christ must fall too; I Remember a passage of Luther, Si nos ruamus, ruet Christus, Unus Christus scilicet, magnus Isle regnator mundi, etc. If we perish (Says he) christ must fallen too; pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la, vvi fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av cs pns12 vvb (vvz pns31) np1 vmb vvi av; (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2332 Christ, that great Governour of the World. christ, that great Governor of the World. np1, cst j n1 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 228 Page 120
2333 2. If we did consider this as we might, or ought, we should also see as little reason to be disturb'd, 2. If we did Consider this as we might, or ought, we should also see as little reason to be disturbed, crd cs pns12 vdd vvi d c-acp pns12 vmd, cc vmd, pns12 vmd av vvb p-acp j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2334 as to the concerns of our own Souls: as to the concerns of our own Souls: c-acp p-acp dt vvz pp-f po12 d n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2335 with the fear of two things as to their own Souls ordinarily the people of God are troubled: 1. The prevailings of their own lusts and corruptions. with the Fear of two things as to their own Souls ordinarily the people of God Are troubled: 1. The prevailings of their own Lustiest and corruptions. p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n2 a-acp p-acp po32 d n2 av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn: crd dt n2-vvg pp-f po32 d n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2336 2. The prevailings of Satans temptations. 2. The prevailings of Satan temptations. crd dt n2-vvg pp-f npg1 n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2337 This Doctrine of Divine Providence excellently serveth to still our unquiet spirits, as to either of these troubles. This Doctrine of Divine Providence excellently serves to still our unquiet spirits, as to either of these Troubles. d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi po12 j n2, c-acp p-acp d pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2338 If the Lords Kingdom be over all, both these fears must be vain and causeless: for supposing the faithfulness of the Promises; If the lords Kingdom be over all, both these fears must be vain and causeless: for supposing the faithfulness of the Promises; cs dt n2 n1 vbb p-acp d, av-d d n2 vmb vbi j cc j: c-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f dt vvz; (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2339 Sin shall not have dominion over your mortal bodies: God shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly: since shall not have dominion over your Mortal bodies: God shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly: n1 vmb xx vhi n1 p-acp po22 j-jn n2: np1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po22 n2 av-j: (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 120
2340 He will with the temptation give an happy issue. He will with the temptation give an happy issue. pns31 vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb dt j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 121
2341 If the Lords Kingdom be over all, neither shall corruption prevail, nor Satan by temptations prevail to destroy the work of God in our Soul, If the lords Kingdom be over all, neither shall corruption prevail, nor Satan by temptations prevail to destroy the work of God in our Soul, cs dt n2 n1 vbb p-acp d, dx vmb n1 vvi, ccx np1 p-acp n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 121
2342 or to prevent us or hinder us as to the Kingdom, which God hath prepared for us: or to prevent us or hinder us as to the Kingdom, which God hath prepared for us: cc pc-acp vvi pno12 cc vvb pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12: (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 121
2343 for as he that hath promised is faithful, or cannot repent, or lye; for as he that hath promised is faithful, or cannot Repent, or lie; c-acp c-acp pns31 cst vhz vvn vbz j, cc vmbx vvi, cc vvi; (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 121
2344 so he is powerful, and hath a dominion over all beings, persons, things, &c. My father (saith Christ) is greater than all; none can pluck you out of my fathers hand. so he is powerful, and hath a dominion over all beings, Persons, things, etc. My father (Says christ) is greater than all; none can pluck you out of my Father's hand. av pns31 vbz j, cc vhz dt n1 p-acp d n2, n2, n2, av po11 n1 (vvz np1) vbz jc cs d; pix vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f po11 ng1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 229 Page 121
2381 lest any should say, But although the Kingdom of God be over all; so that upon the account of his Power, I may trust in him; lest any should say, But although the Kingdom of God be over all; so that upon the account of his Power, I may trust in him; cs d vmd vvi, cc-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb p-acp d; av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 123
2345 3. Lastly, It affords us a relief against the sad prospect we have almost continually before our eyes, of the malicious actions of wicked and ungodly men. 3. Lastly, It affords us a relief against the sad prospect we have almost continually before our eyes, of the malicious actions of wicked and ungodly men. crd ord, pn31 vvz pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vhb av av-j p-acp po12 n2, pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j cc j n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2346 There is, and always was, a generation in the World, which sleep not unless they do mischief; There is, and always was, a generation in the World, which sleep not unless they do mischief; pc-acp vbz, cc av vbds, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb xx cs pns32 vdb n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2347 they are continually devising mischievous devices against the little flock of Christ: they Are continually devising mischievous devices against the little flock of christ: pns32 vbr av-j vvg j n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2348 Their counsels, designs, works, have a plain and apparent tendency to the ruin of the whole interest of God in the World, Their Counsels, designs, works, have a plain and apparent tendency to the ruin of the Whole Interest of God in the World, po32 n2, n2, n2, vhb dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2349 if possibly not to leave Christ a Name in the Earth, nor Religion, pure and undefiled Religion, a footing in any place: if possibly not to leave christ a Name in the Earth, nor Religion, pure and undefiled Religion, a footing in any place: cs av-j xx pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx n1, j cc j n1, dt n-vvg p-acp d n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2350 he that runs may read this day, that the malice of some is against no form in Religion, he that runs may read this day, that the malice of Some is against no from in Religion, pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dx n1 p-acp n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2351 but the life, and power, and practice of Holiness. but the life, and power, and practice of Holiness. cc-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2352 The Devil their Master hath given them a command like that of Benhadads, Fight neither against small nor great: The devil their Master hath given them a command like that of Benhadad's, Fight neither against small nor great: dt n1 po32 n1 vhz vvn pno32 dt n1 av-j d pp-f ng1, vvb av-dx p-acp j ccx j: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2353 Neither against Conformists, nor Non-conformists, but against the life and practice of Religion only. Neither against Conformists, nor nonconformists, but against the life and practice of Religion only. av-d p-acp np1, ccx j, p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 av-j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2354 Who seeth not, that although a man hath a further latitude than others of his brethren, as to matters of Conformity: Who sees not, that although a man hath a further latitude than Others of his brothers, as to matters of Conformity: q-crq vvz xx, cst cs dt n1 vhz dt jc n1 cs n2-jn pp-f po31 n2, c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2355 yet if he liveth an holy life, if he presseth Holiness in his Pulpit, and practiseth it in his Conversation, he maketh himself a prey to the common Enemies, both of Gospel, Faith and conversation? But trouble not your selves, Christians, The Lord reigneth; yet if he lives an holy life, if he Presseth Holiness in his Pulpit, and Practiseth it in his Conversation, he makes himself a prey to the Common Enemies, both of Gospel, Faith and Conversation? But trouble not your selves, Christians, The Lord Reigneth; av cs pns31 vvz dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 p-acp dt j n2, d pp-f n1, n1 cc n1? cc-acp vvb xx po22 n2, np1, dt n1 vvz; (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2356 the Frogs out of the bottomless pit, may through Gods permission get out, and croak a while, the Frogs out of the bottomless pit, may through God's permission get out, and croak a while, dt n2 av pp-f dt j n1, vmb p-acp npg1 n1 vvb av, cc vvb dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2357 but to the pit they must return again. but to the pit they must return again. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmb vvi av. (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2358 A sad time it was, when the Enemy said to the Soul of the man according to Gods own heart, Flee as a bird to the mountains: A sad time it was, when the Enemy said to the Soul of the man according to God's own heart, Flee as a bird to the Mountains: dt j n1 pn31 vbds, c-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2359 when the wicked bent their bows, and made their arrows ready upon the string, that they might privily shoot at the upright in heart, Psalm 11.2. When the foundations were destroyed, and the godly knew not what to do, what comfort at such a time? Observe the same Psalmist, v. 4, The Lord is in his holy temple, the Lords throne is in heaven: when the wicked bent their bows, and made their arrows ready upon the string, that they might privily shoot At the upright in heart, Psalm 11.2. When the foundations were destroyed, and the godly knew not what to do, what Comfort At such a time? Observe the same Psalmist, v. 4, The Lord is in his holy temple, the lords throne is in heaven: c-crq dt j vvn po32 n2, cc vvd po32 n2 j p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd av-j vvi p-acp dt j p-acp n1, n1 crd. c-crq dt n2 vbdr vvn, cc dt j vvd xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, q-crq n1 p-acp d dt n1? vvb dt d n1, n1 crd, dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1, dt n2 n1 vbz p-acp n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2360 his eyes behold, his ey-lids try the children of men. his eyes behold, his eyelids try the children of men. po31 n2 vvi, po31 n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 121
2361 I shall conclude this branch of Application with that Psalm 99. v. 1, The Lord reigneth, let the people tremble; I shall conclude this branch of Application with that Psalm 99. v. 1, The Lord Reigneth, let the people tremble; pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 crd n1 crd, dt n1 vvz, vvb dt n1 vvb; (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 122
2362 he sitteth between the Cherubims, let the Earth be moved: the Lord is great in Zion, and he is high above all people; he Sitteth between the Cherubims, let the Earth be moved: the Lord is great in Zion, and he is high above all people; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2, vvb dt n1 vbb vvn: dt n1 vbz j p-acp np1, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp d n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 122
2363 Let them praise the Lords great and terrible Name, for it is holy. Lastly, This Doctrine is a foundation for a great deal of Exhortation: Let them praise the lords great and terrible Name, for it is holy. Lastly, This Doctrine is a Foundation for a great deal of Exhortation: vvb pno32 vvi dt n2 j cc j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j. ord, d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 230 Page 122
2364 Every good Christian upon hearing this Doctrine concerning Gods providential Kingdom, should be saying, What now is my Duty? what ought I to do, if the Lord reigneth? I will tell you in five or six particulars, Every good Christian upon hearing this Doctrine Concerning God's providential Kingdom, should be saying, What now is my Duty? what ought I to do, if the Lord Reigneth? I will tell you in five or six particulars, d j njp p-acp vvg d n1 vvg n2 j n1, vmd vbi vvg, q-crq av vbz po11 n1? q-crq vmd pns11 p-acp vdi, cs dt n1 vvz? pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j, (13) sermon (DIV3) 231 Page 122
2365 and so shut up this Discourse concerning the main and principal acts of Divine Providence. and so shut up this Discourse Concerning the main and principal acts of Divine Providence. cc av vvn a-acp d n1 vvg dt j cc j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 231 Page 122
2366 1. An exercise of Faith seems a very reasonable piece of duty to be concluded from these premises. 1. an exercise of Faith seems a very reasonable piece of duty to be concluded from these premises. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt j j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2367 By Faith here, I understand not an assent to the Proposition of the word, nor yet a resting upon the person of the Mediator (which is the justifying-act of faith); By Faith Here, I understand not an assent to the Proposition of the word, nor yet a resting upon the person of the Mediator (which is the justifying-act of faith); p-acp n1 av, pns11 vvb xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx av dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1); (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2368 but committing of our selves unto God, and casting our care upon him in all estates and conditions: but committing of our selves unto God, and casting our care upon him in all estates and conditions: cc-acp vvg pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, cc vvg po12 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp d n2 cc n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2369 a thing often called for in Scripture: Cast thy burthen on the Lord, Psal. 55.22. Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you, 1 Pet. 5.7. Commit thy way unto the Lord, Psal. 37.5. So Job 5.8. Prov. 16.3. Sometimes it is called a Trusting in God, Psalm 4.5, and 7.1. Pro. 28.25. and 29.5. Isa. 57.13, &c. Power and Love are the things that support and justifie one in trusting and putting confidence in another. a thing often called for in Scripture: Cast thy burden on the Lord, Psalm 55.22. Casting all your care upon him, for he Careth for you, 1 Pet. 5.7. Commit thy Way unto the Lord, Psalm 37.5. So Job 5.8. Curae 16.3. Sometime it is called a Trusting in God, Psalm 4.5, and 7.1. Pro 28.25. and 29.5. Isaiah 57.13, etc. Power and Love Are the things that support and justify one in trusting and putting confidence in Another. dt n1 av vvn p-acp p-acp n1: vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvg d po22 n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pn22, vvn np1 crd. vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 np1 crd. np1 crd. av pn31 vbz vvn dt vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd, cc crd. np1 crd. cc crd. np1 crd, av n1 cc vvb vbr dt n2 cst vvb cc vvi pi p-acp vvg cc vvg n1 p-acp j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2370 This Doctrine concerning the general Providence of God in governing all, justifies him as to his Power, to be the true and sole Object of our confidence. This Doctrine Concerning the general Providence of God in governing all, Justifies him as to his Power, to be the true and sole Object of our confidence. d n1 vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d, vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2371 We can trust in none else, but may be controuled. We can trust in none Else, but may be controlled. pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pix av, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2372 The greatest Princes of the Earth are but men under the authority of one, who is higher than they; The greatest Princes of the Earth Are but men under the Authority of one, who is higher than they; dt js n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, r-crq vbz jc cs pns32; (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2373 and a mans trust in them, oft-times is but like the Jews trusting in Egypt, which the Prophet compareth to a leaning to a bruised reed, and upon a broken staff, which are not able to bear the weight of a mans body; and a men trust in them, ofttimes is but like the jews trusting in Egypt, which the Prophet compareth to a leaning to a Bruised reed, and upon a broken staff, which Are not able to bear the weight of a men body; cc dt ng1 n1 p-acp pno32, av vbz p-acp av-j dt np2 vvg p-acp np1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg p-acp dt vvn n1, cc p-acp dt vvn n1, r-crq vbr xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2374 but if he leaneth upon them, they will run into his hand. but if he leaneth upon them, they will run into his hand. cc-acp cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2375 If God be against us, man cannot protect from him, nor deliver out of his hand: If God be against us, man cannot Pact from him, nor deliver out of his hand: cs np1 vbb p-acp pno12, n1 vmbx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi av pp-f po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2376 therefore (saith the Psalmist, Psalm 118.8, 9.), It is better to trust in the Lord, Therefore (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 118.8, 9.), It is better to trust in the Lord, av (vvz dt n1, n1 crd, crd), pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2377 than to put confidence in man: It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in Princes: than to put confidence in man: It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in Princes: cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2378 but he, whose Kingdom is over all, must needs be a proper Object of our confidence; but he, whose Kingdom is over all, must needs be a proper Object of our confidence; cc-acp pns31, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp d, vmb av vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 122
2379 and as our confidence in God is warranted from general Providence, as to the power of God; and as our confidence in God is warranted from general Providence, as to the power of God; cc c-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp j n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 123
2380 so as to his love, it is secured from special Providence: but of that I hope to speak distinctly, only a word here, so as to his love, it is secured from special Providence: but of that I hope to speak distinctly, only a word Here, av c-acp p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j n1: cc-acp pp-f cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j, av-j dt n1 av, (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 123
2382 yet how doth it appear his Power shall be put forth for me? I shall but offer four Meditations to you. yet how does it appear his Power shall be put forth for me? I shall but offer four Meditations to you. av q-crq vdz pn31 vvi po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno11? pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp pn22. (13) sermon (DIV3) 232 Page 123
2384 He made all things for himself: he preserveth, he governeth the World for himself. 2. That whereas God hath a twofold glory from his Creation, Passive, and Active: He made all things for himself: he Preserveth, he Governs the World for himself. 2. That whereas God hath a twofold glory from his Creation, Passive, and Active: pns31 vvd d n2 c-acp px31: pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp px31. crd cst cs np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, j, cc j: (13) sermon (DIV3) 233 Page 123
2385 One wherein the creature doth nothing from an inward principle; thus the Heavens declare the glory of God, and every creature speaks of his glory: One wherein the creature does nothing from an inward principle; thus the Heavens declare the glory of God, and every creature speaks of his glory: crd c-crq dt n1 vdz pix p-acp dt j n1; av dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d n1 vvz pp-f po31 n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 234 Page 123
2386 The other wherein the creature is Active, acting out of intention and design, and from the principle of its own will: The other wherein the creature is Active, acting out of intention and Design, and from the principle of its own will: dt j-jn c-crq dt n1 vbz j, vvg av pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 234 Page 123
2387 This latter is that which is most pleasing to God and acceptable. This latter is that which is most pleasing to God and acceptable. d d vbz d r-crq vbz av-ds j-vvg p-acp np1 cc j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 234 Page 123
2388 3. That God is capable of receiving no further glory from his creatures, than what floweth from the predication of his praise, 3. That God is capable of receiving no further glory from his creatures, than what flows from the predication of his praise, crd cst np1 vbz j pp-f vvg av-dx av-jc n1 p-acp po31 n2, cs r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 235 Page 123
2389 and the doing of his Will. and the doing of his Will. cc av vdg pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 235 Page 123
2390 4. Lastly, That from hence it must needs follow, That God is more glorified by his Church, 4. Lastly, That from hence it must needs follow, That God is more glorified by his Church, crd ord, cst p-acp av pn31 vmb av vvi, cst np1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp po31 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2391 and by his Saints, than by all the Creation besides. God is mutely and passively glorified by other creatures: and by his Saints, than by all the Creation beside. God is mutely and passively glorified by other creatures: cc p-acp po31 n2, cs p-acp d dt n1 a-acp. np1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn p-acp j-jn n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2392 but in his Temple men speak of his glory. but in his Temple men speak of his glory. cc-acp p-acp po31 n1 n2 vvb pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2393 The children of men, and amongst them, only those who are born of God, do voluntarily and out of choice bring glory to God. The children of men, and among them, only those who Are born of God, do voluntarily and out of choice bring glory to God. dt n2 pp-f n2, cc p-acp pno32, av-j d r-crq vbr vvn pp-f np1, vdb av-jn cc av pp-f n1 vvb n1 p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2394 God (if I may so speak) wrests his glory from others, as from Pharaoh, &c. God indeed in some sense may be said to be actively and voluntarily glorified by all Professors; God (if I may so speak) wrists his glory from Others, as from Pharaoh, etc. God indeed in Some sense may be said to be actively and voluntarily glorified by all Professors; np1 (cs pns11 vmb av vvi) vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-acp p-acp np1, av np1 av p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi av-j cc av-jn vvn p-acp d n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2395 but only by that little flock whom he hath chosen to himself, with a full intention, voluntarily and sincerely. but only by that little flock whom he hath chosen to himself, with a full intention, voluntarily and sincerely. cc-acp av-j p-acp d j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31, p-acp dt j n1, av-jn cc av-j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2396 They are the favourites of him, whose Kingdom is over all. They Are the favourites of him, whose Kingdom is over all. pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f pno31, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2397 Supposing then God to have a Dominion and Government over all, and to be continually in the exercise of it, Supposing then God to have a Dominion and Government over all, and to be continually in the exercise of it, vvg av np1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp d, cc pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2398 surely, if Haman could say, Whom should the King delight to honour but me? They may with much better right and advantage say, surely, if Haman could say, Whom should the King delight to honour but me? They may with much better right and advantage say, av-j, cs np1 vmd vvi, ro-crq vmd dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11? pns32 vmb p-acp d j n-jn cc n1 vvb, (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2399 For whom should the great King of kings, and Lord of lords, exercise a Rule and a Dominion? For whose advantage should the Lord govern the World, For whom should the great King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, exercise a Rule and a Dominion? For whose advantage should the Lord govern the World, p-acp ro-crq vmd dt j n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, vvb dt n1 cc dt n1? p-acp rg-crq n1 vmd dt n1 vvb dt n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2400 if not for those who most freely, chearfully, voluntarily serve the greatest end and design which he hath in the World, viz. his own glory; if not for those who most freely, cheerfully, voluntarily serve the greatest end and Design which he hath in the World, viz. his own glory; cs xx p-acp d r-crq av-ds av-j, av-j, av-jn vvi dt js n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1, n1 po31 d n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 123
2401 and can sincerely sum up all the desires of their Souls, in that one Petition, Let the Lord be glorified? surely, therefore the children of God have all obligations imaginable upon them under all vicissitudes of Providence, to trust in God, and can sincerely sum up all the Desires of their Souls, in that one Petition, Let the Lord be glorified? surely, Therefore the children of God have all obligations imaginable upon them under all vicissitudes of Providence, to trust in God, cc vmb av-j vvi a-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp d crd vvb, vvb dt n1 vbb vvn? av-j, av dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb d n2 j p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 124
2402 and to commit their ways unto the Lord. But this is but the first Duty. and to commit their ways unto the Lord. But this is but the First Duty. cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1. p-acp d vbz p-acp dt ord n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 236 Page 124
2403 2. A Second Duty which this Doctrine of Providence calleth to us for, and sheweth us the reasonableness of, is Prayer. 2. A Second Duty which this Doctrine of Providence calls to us for, and shows us the reasonableness of, is Prayer. crd dt ord n1 r-crq d n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp, cc vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f, vbz n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2404 We have reason in our distresses to seek unto God by Prayer, because the Lord reigneth; and it is an encouragement to us to seek him, because he reigneth: Whither should we go but unto him who hath power to help, save and deliver? Prayer therefore hath in all times of distress been the Refuge of Gods people. We have reason in our Distresses to seek unto God by Prayer, Because the Lord Reigneth; and it is an encouragement to us to seek him, Because he Reigneth: Whither should we go but unto him who hath power to help, save and deliver? Prayer Therefore hath in all times of distress been the Refuge of God's people. pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz; cc pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pno31, c-acp pns31 vvz: q-crq vmd pns12 vvi cc-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq vhz n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi? n1 av vhz p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vbn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2405 It was a sad time with David, Psalm 109.4, The mouth of the wicked, and of the deceitful (saith he, v. 2, 3.) are opened against me; they have spoken against me with a lying tongue. It was a sad time with David, Psalm 109.4, The Mouth of the wicked, and of the deceitful (Says he, v. 2, 3.) Are opened against me; they have spoken against me with a lying tongue. pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd, dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc pp-f dt j (vvz pns31, n1 crd, crd) vbr vvn p-acp pno11; pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2406 They compass me about also with words of hatred, and fought against me without a cause; They compass me about also with words of hatred, and fought against me without a cause; pns32 vvb pno11 a-acp av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2407 for my love they are my adversaries, but I give my self unto Prayer, v. 4. Luther, when he was in any strait, was wont to say, I will go and tell my God of it. for my love they Are my Adversaries, but I give my self unto Prayer, v. 4. Luther, when he was in any strait, was wont to say, I will go and tell my God of it. p-acp po11 n1 pns32 vbr po11 n2, cc-acp pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp n1, n1 crd np1, c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp d n1, vbds j pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi cc vvi po11 n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2408 Prayer hath been the constant mean which the people of God have used for rescue out of any troubles. Prayer hath been the constant mean which the people of God have used for rescue out of any Troubles. n1 vhz vbn dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vvn p-acp n1 av pp-f d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2409 You see it is upon a good foundation, viz. The Dominion which God hath over all, You see it is upon a good Foundation, viz. The Dominion which God hath over all, pn22 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, n1 dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d, (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2410 and his daily exercise of it. and his daily exercise of it. cc po31 j n1 pp-f pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 237 Page 124
2411 3. It calleth to you for praise and thanksgiving; Prayer solliciteth for a mercy when we want it: 3. It calls to you for praise and thanksgiving; Prayer soliciteth for a mercy when we want it: crd pn31 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp vvb cc n1; n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb pn31: (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2412 Praise acknowledgeth the gift when received, and giveth unto God the glory of it. Nor can it, without robbery, be paid at any other than Gods Altar. Praise acknowledgeth the gift when received, and gives unto God the glory of it. Nor can it, without robbery, be paid At any other than God's Altar. n1 vvz dt n1 c-crq vvn, cc vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31. ccx vmb pn31, p-acp n1, vbb vvn p-acp d n-jn cs npg1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2413 Is there any good done by thee? Let God have the glory of that; Is there any good done by thee? Let God have the glory of that; vbz a-acp d j vdn p-acp pno21? vvb np1 vhb dt n1 pp-f d; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2414 thou hast done it by vertue of a power or gift which is given to thee from above; thou hast done it by virtue of a power or gift which is given to thee from above; pns21 vh2 vdn pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp a-acp; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2415 yea, and it is from his Governing-Power of Providence, ruling, directing, and influencing thy heart to it: yea, and it is from his Governing-Power of Providence, ruling, directing, and influencing thy heart to it: uh, cc pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvg, vvg, cc vvg po21 n1 p-acp pn31: (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2416 His Kingdom is over our hearts, our hands, our tongues, inclining them to every good thought, word, action; His Kingdom is over our hearts, our hands, our tongues, inclining them to every good Thought, word, actium; po31 n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp d j n1, n1, n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2417 without him we can do nothing. Doth any good come unto thee? Let God also have the glory of that. without him we can do nothing. Does any good come unto thee? Let God also have the glory of that. p-acp pno31 pns12 vmb vdi pix. vdz d j vvb p-acp pno21? vvb np1 av vhi dt n1 pp-f d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2418 The earthly Prince looketh that you should acknowledg your peace, your trade to his Government; but he is but the instrument of God in bringing these things. The earthly Prince looks that you should acknowledge your peace, your trade to his Government; but he is but the Instrument of God in bringing these things. dt j n1 vvz cst pn22 vmd vvi po22 n1, po22 n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2419 It is the Kingdom of the Lord that ruleth over all; It is the Kingdom of the Lord that Ruleth over all; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp d; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2420 he gives thee power to get riches, (saith Moses): I am sure the people of God have more special reason to acknowledg God in all their peace and prosperity. he gives thee power to get riches, (Says Moses): I am sure the people of God have more special reason to acknowledge God in all their peace and Prosperity. pns31 vvz pno21 n1 pc-acp vvi n2, (vvz np1): pns11 vbm j dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dc j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po32 n1 cc n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 124
2421 They are men of peace, their hands are against none; but the world hates them, they are as sheep amongst wolves; They Are men of peace, their hands Are against none; but the world hates them, they Are as sheep among wolves; pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, po32 n2 vbr p-acp pix; cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2422 if they have any months or years of peace, they are beholden to the power and ruling of God for it. if they have any months or Years of peace, they Are beholden to the power and ruling of God for it. cs pns32 vhb d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2423 Is any evil kept from you? It is God that doth it, he that ruleth the raging of the Sea, he stilleth the tumults of the people; Is any evil kept from you? It is God that does it, he that Ruleth the raging of the Sea, he stilleth the tumults of the people; vbz d n-jn vvn p-acp pn22? pn31 vbz np1 cst vdz pn31, pns31 cst vvz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2424 he hath the hearts of Kings in his hand, and turneth them as the Waters of the South. he hath the hearts of Kings in his hand, and turns them as the Waters of the South. pns31 vhz dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2425 It is because the Mountain of the Lord is full of Chariots and Horses, that they are not swallowed up by their Enemies every moment. It is Because the Mountain of the Lord is full of Chariots and Horses, that they Are not swallowed up by their Enemies every moment. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2 cc n2, cst pns32 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n2 d n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2426 O see, and praise the Lord for the Governance of his Providence! O see, and praise the Lord for the Governance of his Providence! sy vvb, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1! (13) sermon (DIV3) 238 Page 125
2427 4. This Doctrine calleth to you for patience in adversity. The people of God are subjected to trials of adversity; 4. This Doctrine calls to you for patience in adversity. The people of God Are subjected to trials of adversity; crd d n1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 239 Page 125
2428 yea, •o fiery trials, as well as other men, yea, in greater degrees than others: hence the Apostle calleth to them, to let patience have its perfect work. yea, •o fiery trials, as well as other men, yea, in greater Degrees than Others: hence the Apostle calls to them, to let patience have its perfect work. uh, av j n2, c-acp av c-acp j-jn n2, uh, p-acp jc n2 cs n2-jn: av dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi n1 vhi po31 j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 239 Page 125
2429 Patience is nothing else but a quiet submission to the will of God under any adverse dispensation of his Providence, in obedience to his command; Patience is nothing Else but a quiet submission to the will of God under any adverse Dispensation of his Providence, in Obedience to his command; n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 239 Page 125
2430 and because it is his will, and he layeth it upon us, we have need of patience, and the exercise of it is our duty; and Because it is his will, and he Layeth it upon us, we have need of patience, and the exercise of it is our duty; cc c-acp pn31 vbz po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno12, pns12 vhb n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz po12 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 239 Page 125
2431 and this Doctrine will shew you that it is but a reasonable duty. Let me shew it you in two or three particulars. and this Doctrine will show you that it is but a reasonable duty. Let me show it you in two or three particulars. cc d n1 vmb vvi pn22 cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1. vvb pno11 vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 239 Page 125
2432 1. As it showeth you, that all your afflictions (be they of what sort and kind they will) are from the Lord, Job 5.6, Afflictions cometh not out of the dust; 1. As it Showeth you, that all your afflictions (be they of what sort and kind they will) Are from the Lord, Job 5.6, Afflictions comes not out of the dust; crd p-acp pn31 vvz pn22, cst d po22 n2 (vbi pns32 pp-f r-crq n1 cc n1 pns32 vmb) vbr p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, n2 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2433 nor doth trouble spring out of the ground. nor does trouble spring out of the ground. ccx vdz n1 vvi av pp-f dt n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2434 Is there (saith God by the Prophet) any evil in the City and I have not done it? Affliction comes not by chance or fate, it comes from God, Is there (Says God by the Prophet) any evil in the city and I have not done it? Affliction comes not by chance or fate, it comes from God, vbz pc-acp (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1) d n-jn p-acp dt n1 cc pns11 vhb xx vdn pn31? n1 vvz xx p-acp vvb cc n1, pn31 vvz p-acp np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2435 and is the wise issue of his Providence in the Government of the World: we have therefore no reason to fret and vex our selves against instruments. They are but instruments. and is the wise issue of his Providence in the Government of the World: we have Therefore no reason to fret and vex our selves against Instruments. They Are but Instruments. cc vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: pns12 vhb av dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp n2. pns32 vbr p-acp n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2436 Perhaps (said David of Shimei, ) God hath bidden him curse. They possibly do ill, and at last will know it; Perhaps (said David of Shimei,) God hath bidden him curse. They possibly do ill, and At last will know it; av (vvd np1 pp-f np1,) n1 vhz vvn pno31 vvi. pns32 av-j vdb av-jn, cc p-acp ord vmb vvi pn31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2437 but God is righteous in their unrighteousness. I held my peace (saith David), I knew it was thy doing. but God is righteous in their unrighteousness. I held my peace (Says David), I knew it was thy doing. cc-acp np1 vbz j p-acp po32 n1. pns11 vvd po11 n1 (vvz np1), pns11 vvd pn31 vbds po21 vdg. (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2438 It is the Lord, (saith that good man) let him do what seemeth him good. It is the Lord, (Says that good man) let him do what seems him good. pn31 vbz dt n1, (vvz d j n1) vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz pno31 j. (13) sermon (DIV3) 240 Page 125
2439 2. As it assureth us, that all things shall work together for good to them that love God. 2. As it assureth us, that all things shall work together for good to them that love God. crd p-acp pn31 vvz pno12, cst d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp j p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 241 Page 125
2440 If God ruleth and governeth the world, he certainly doth it for himself, and for his own glory: If God Ruleth and Governs the world, he Certainly does it for himself, and for his own glory: cs np1 vvz cc vvz dt n1, pns31 av-j vdz pn31 p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 d n1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 241 Page 125
2441 which glory of his being the highest design of his people, all things must necessarily tend to their good, to that which they above all things desire and seek after. which glory of his being the highest Design of his people, all things must necessarily tend to their good, to that which they above all things desire and seek After. r-crq n1 pp-f po31 vbg dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1, d n2 vmb av-j vvi p-acp po32 j, p-acp cst r-crq pns32 p-acp d n2 vvb cc vvi a-acp. (13) sermon (DIV3) 241 Page 126
2462 1. Let us do what we will, God will be our Governour. 1. Let us do what we will, God will be our Governor. crd vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vmb, np1 vmb vbi po12 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2442 This God, who ruleth the World, is his peoples father, and doth what-ever he doth as a father for the good and advantage of his children. This God, who Ruleth the World, is his peoples father, and does whatever he does as a father for the good and advantage of his children. np1 np1, r-crq vvz dt n1, vbz po31 ng1 n1, cc vdz j pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 241 Page 126
2443 3. Lastly, It is a good Argument of patience, As it letteth them know, that their afflictions are ordered and governed by God. 3. Lastly, It is a good Argument of patience, As it lets them know, that their afflictions Are ordered and governed by God. crd ord, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pn31 vvz pno32 vvi, cst po32 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2444 The Afflictions, Oppressions, Persecutions of the people of God are not things excepted out of the Dominion of God. The Afflictions, Oppressions, Persecutions of the people of God Are not things excepted out of the Dominion of God. dt n2, n2, n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr xx n2 vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2445 It was, you know, the Centurions faith, That diseases were to Christ, as his servants were to him: It was, you know, the Centurions faith, That diseases were to christ, as his Servants were to him: pn31 vbds, pn22 vvb, dt ng1 n1, cst n2 vbdr p-acp np1, c-acp po31 n2 vbdr p-acp pno31: (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2446 He said to one go, and he went; to another come, and he came; and to another do this, and he did it. So God speaketh to diseases; He said to one go, and he went; to Another come, and he Come; and to Another doe this, and he did it. So God speaks to diseases; pns31 vvd p-acp crd vvb, cc pns31 vvd; p-acp j-jn vvb, cc pns31 vvd; cc p-acp j-jn n1 d, cc pns31 vdd pn31. av np1 vvz p-acp n2; (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2447 and not to diseases only, but to all sorts of afflictions: Isa. 27.8, In measure when it shooteth forth thou wilt debate with it. and not to diseases only, but to all sorts of afflictions: Isaiah 27.8, In measure when it shoots forth thou wilt debate with it. cc xx p-acp n2 av-j, cc-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n2: np1 crd, p-acp n1 c-crq pn31 vvz av pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp pn31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2448 God first causeth, then ruleth, and governeth all our troubles, afflictions and trials. God First Causes, then Ruleth, and Governs all our Troubles, afflictions and trials. np1 ord vvz, av vvz, cc vvz d po12 n2, n2 cc n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 242 Page 126
2449 Fifthly, This Doctrine calleth to all the people of God for love to him. This is the Psalmists Exhortation, Fifthly, This Doctrine calls to all the people of God for love to him. This is the Psalmists Exhortation, ord, d n1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. d vbz dt ng1 n1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2450 and upon this very Argument, Psal. 31.23, O Love you the Lord all you his Saints: and upon this very Argument, Psalm 31.23, Oh Love you the Lord all you his Saints: cc p-acp d j n1, np1 crd, uh vvb pn22 dt n1 av-d pn22 po31 n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2451 for he preserveth his Saints, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. All the earth is bound to love the Lord for the exercise of his Governing-power. for he Preserveth his Saints, and plentifully Rewardeth the proud doer. All the earth is bound to love the Lord for the exercise of his Governing-power. c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n2, cc av-j vvz dt j n1. d dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2452 If the Lord did not reign, the worst of men would quickly find the ill effects of it; If the Lord did not Reign, the worst of men would quickly find the ill effects of it; cs dt n1 vdd xx vvi, dt js pp-f n2 vmd av-j vvi dt j-jn n2 pp-f pn31; (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2453 they need no worse enemies than their own brethren and companions in wickedness, did the Lord lay the reins upon the necks of their lusts, they need no Worse enemies than their own brothers and Sodales in wickedness, did the Lord lay the reins upon the necks of their Lustiest, pns32 vvb dx jc n2 cs po32 d n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, vdd dt n1 vvd dt n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2454 and suffer them, as they would, to devour one another. and suffer them, as they would, to devour one Another. cc vvi pno32, c-acp pns32 vmd, pc-acp vvi pi j-jn. (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2455 For as we see the ravenous Birds, Fishes, and Beasts, do not only prey upon other, but their own species: For as we see the ravenous Birds, Fish, and Beasts, do not only prey upon other, but their own species: p-acp c-acp pns12 vvb dt j n2, n2, cc n2, vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp n-jn, cc-acp po32 d n2: (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2456 so, were it not for the Restraining-Providence of God in governing the world, the wicked of it would see their brethren in iniquity, not only preying upon the Saints and people of God, so, were it not for the Restraining-Providence of God in governing the world, the wicked of it would see their brothers in iniquity, not only preying upon the Saints and people of God, av, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n1, dt j pp-f pn31 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp n1, xx av-j vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f np1, (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2457 but also upon those like unto themselves, if lesser than themselves. but also upon those like unto themselves, if lesser than themselves. cc-acp av p-acp d j p-acp px32, cs jc cs px32. (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2458 But, I say, above all the people of God, as being the least flock, are more especially bound to love the Lord for the Government of his Providence; But, I say, above all the people of God, as being the least flock, Are more especially bound to love the Lord for the Government of his Providence; p-acp, pns11 vvb, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vbg dt av-ds n1, vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2459 but this will more eminently appear, when I come to discourse concerning the Specialties of his Providence with reference to them. but this will more eminently appear, when I come to discourse Concerning the Specialties of his Providence with Referente to them. cc-acp d vmb av-dc av-j vvi, c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (13) sermon (DIV3) 243 Page 126
2460 6. Lastly, This Doctrine calleth unto all for a willing subjection and obedience unto God: 6. Lastly, This Doctrine calls unto all for a willing subjection and Obedience unto God: crd ord, d n1 vvz p-acp d p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1: (13) sermon (DIV3) 244 Page 126
2461 This is that which we call holiness. There are two Arguments arising out of the former discourse, which ought to have a force here. This is that which we call holiness. There Are two Arguments arising out of the former discourse, which ought to have a force Here. d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb n1. pc-acp vbr crd n2 vvg av pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vmd pc-acp vhi dt n1 av. (13) sermon (DIV3) 244 Page 127
2463 Let Assyria mean, or not mean so, he shall be the Lords Servant, and execute his pleasure, and no more. Let Assyria mean, or not mean so, he shall be the lords Servant, and execute his pleasure, and no more. vvb np1 vvb, cc xx vvi av, pns31 vmb vbi dt n2 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc dx av-dc. (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2464 Pharaoh may huff a little, and ask, Who is the Lord, that he should serve or obey him: Pharaoh may huff a little, and ask, Who is the Lord, that he should serve or obey him: np1 vmb vvb dt j, cc vvi, r-crq vbz dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi pno31: (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2465 but God will at last be glorified on Pharaoh, and make him know his Kingdom is over all. but God will At last be glorified on Pharaoh, and make him know his Kingdom is over all. p-acp np1 vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1 vbz p-acp d. (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2466 God will disappoint the devices of the crafty, so as their hands shall not find their enterprises. God will disappoint the devices of the crafty, so as their hands shall not find their enterprises. np1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, av p-acp po32 n2 vmb xx vvi po32 n2. (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2467 God will at last be glorified, and make all the wrath of man, at last, to praise him. God will At last be glorified, and make all the wrath of man, At last, to praise him. np1 vmb p-acp ord vbi vvn, cc vvi d dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ord, pc-acp vvi pno31. (13) sermon (DIV3) 245 Page 127
2468 2. None shall be rewarded by God, or be his favourites, but only such as yield him, free, willing, and chearful obedience. 2. None shall be rewarded by God, or be his favourites, but only such as yield him, free, willing, and cheerful Obedience. crd pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc vbb po31 n2, cc-acp av-j d c-acp vvi pno31, j, j, cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2469 Let us do what we can, we cannot resist his will; Let us do what we can, we cannot resist his will; vvb pno12 vdi r-crq pns12 vmb, pns12 vmbx vvi po31 n1; (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2470 but unless our obedience be free, voluntary, and chearful, it shall never be rewarded by a just and righteous God. but unless our Obedience be free, voluntary, and cheerful, it shall never be rewarded by a just and righteous God. cc-acp cs po12 n1 vbi j, j-jn, cc j, pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp dt j cc j np1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2471 There is nothing more ordinary in the Prophets, than to read the denunciation of Gods judgments against Assyria and Babylon; which were yet Gods servants in executing vengeance upon the hypocritical and rebellious Jews. Let this therefore mind us to be obedient to to the will of God, freely, There is nothing more ordinary in the prophets, than to read the denunciation of God's Judgments against Assyria and Babylon; which were yet God's Servants in executing vengeance upon the hypocritical and rebellious jews. Let this Therefore mind us to be obedient to to the will of God, freely, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp dt n2, cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp np1 cc np1; r-crq vbdr av n2 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j cc j np2. vvb d av vvb pno12 pc-acp vbi j p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j, (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2472 and willingly, and sincerely, that so we may hear that joyful voice, Well done, thou good and faithful Servant. and willingly, and sincerely, that so we may hear that joyful voice, Well done, thou good and faithful Servant. cc av-j, cc av-j, cst av pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, av vdn, pns21 j cc j n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2473 — Enter thou into thy masters joy. — Enter thou into thy Masters joy. — vvb pns21 p-acp po21 ng1 n1. (13) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 127
2474 1 Cor. IX. 9. Doth God take care for Oxen? 1 Cor. IX. 9. Does God take care for Oxen? vvn np1 crd. crd vdz n1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? (15) sermon (DIV3) 246 Page 128
2475 I Have been for some time discoursing concerning Providence, that is, Actual Providence, which is nothing else but Gods taking care for his creatures, made (as you heard) by the word of his power. I Have been for Some time discoursing Concerning Providence, that is, Actual Providence, which is nothing Else but God's taking care for his creatures, made (as you herd) by the word of his power. pns11 vhb vbn p-acp d n1 vvg vvg n1, cst vbz, j n1, r-crq vbz pix av cc-acp npg1 vvg n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvd (c-acp pn22 vvd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 128
2476 I have discoursed this care of God more generally, opening to you those two more general Acts of God, by which this care is expressed. 1. In preserving of them. 2. In the rule and governance of them. I have discoursed this care of God more generally, opening to you those two more general Acts of God, by which this care is expressed. 1. In preserving of them. 2. In the Rule and governance of them. pns11 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j, vvg p-acp pn22 d crd dc j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn. crd p-acp vvg pp-f pno32. crd p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 128
2477 I have shewed you the workings of Divine Providence, in the preserving of his creatures in general, in their Beings, I have showed you the workings of Divine Providence, in the preserving of his creatures in general, in their Beings, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp po32 n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 128
2478 and use of their several faculties with which he created them; and use of their several faculties with which he created them; cc n1 pp-f po32 j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd pno32; (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 128
2479 of man in particular, considered singly, as an individual, or in his Political capacity; or, 3. In his Spiritual capacity, as the subject of Divine Grace. I have also discoursed generally, concerning the Government of Divine Providence; and by what particular acts God exerciseth this Government, and declareth his Dominion over all the Creatures which he hath made; of man in particular, considered singly, as an Individu, or in his Political capacity; or, 3. In his Spiritual capacity, as the Subject of Divine Grace. I have also discoursed generally, Concerning the Government of Divine Providence; and by what particular acts God Exerciseth this Government, and Declareth his Dominion over all the Creatures which he hath made; a-acp n1 p-acp j, vvn av-j, c-acp dt j-jn, cc p-acp po31 j n1; cc, crd p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt j-jn pp-f j-jn n1. pns11 vhb av vvn av-j, vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; cc p-acp r-crq j n2 np1 vvz d n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2521 It is certain, that by the special Providence of God they are more eminently upheld, confirmed in their state of integrity, governed in their motions and actions by God, It is certain, that by the special Providence of God they Are more eminently upheld, confirmed in their state of integrity, governed in their motions and actions by God, pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vbr av-dc av-j vvn, vvn p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 131
2480 but besides the general care of God concerning all his Creatures, there is also a special Providence. For the beginning of a discourse concerning that, I have made choice of this Text: but beside the general care of God Concerning all his Creatures, there is also a special Providence. For the beginning of a discourse Concerning that, I have made choice of this Text: cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg d po31 n2, pc-acp vbz av dt j n1. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvg cst, pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2481 Doth God take care for Oxen? (saith the Apostle). Does God take care for Oxen? (Says the Apostle). vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? (vvz dt n1). (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2482 Non est vox dubitantis (saith Pareus), It is not the language of one that doubteth. Non est vox dubitantis (Says Pareus), It is not the language of one that doubteth. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz np1), pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvz. (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2483 The Apostle knew well enough that our Saviour had said, That God cloatheth the Lillies, the grass of the field; The Apostle knew well enough that our Saviour had said, That God clotheth the Lilies, the grass of the field; dt n1 vvd av av-d d po12 n1 vhd vvn, cst np1 vvz dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2484 and that a sparrow (though two of them are sold for a farthing) falleth not to the ground without the will of our heavenly father. and that a sparrow (though two of them Are sold for a farthing) falls not to the ground without the will of our heavenly father. cc cst dt n1 (cs crd pp-f pno32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1) vvz xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2485 The words therefore only signifie an inequal care, viz. That God taketh a greater and more special care for some of his Creatures than he doth for others, The words Therefore only signify an inequal care, viz. That God Takes a greater and more special care for Some of his Creatures than he does for Others, dt n2 av av-j vvi dt j n1, n1 cst np1 vvz dt jc cc av-dc j n1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2 cs pns31 vdz p-acp n2-jn, (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2486 and so it layeth a foundation for this Proposition. Prop. That God exerciseth a special Providence for, and concerning some of his creatures. and so it Layeth a Foundation for this Proposition. Prop. That God Exerciseth a special Providence for, and Concerning Some of his creatures. cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1. np1 cst np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp, cc vvg d pp-f po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 247 Page 129
2487 He taketh a general care concerning them all: but a more special care concerning some of them. He Takes a general care Concerning them all: but a more special care Concerning Some of them. pns31 vvz dt j n1 vvg pno32 d: cc-acp dt av-dc j n1 vvg d pp-f pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 248 Page 129
2488 That is the Proposition which I shall handle in this method. That is the Proposition which I shall handle in this method. cst vbz dt n1 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 248 Page 129
2489 1. I shall shew you that there is such a special Providence, i.e. though the Lord taketh a general care of all his Creatures, according to their natures; 1. I shall show you that there is such a special Providence, i.e. though the Lord Takes a general care of all his Creatures, according to their nature's; crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d a-acp vbz d dt j n1, n1 cs dt n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d po31 n2, vvg p-acp po32 n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 249 Page 129
2490 yet he taketh a more particular and special care concerning some more than others. yet he Takes a more particular and special care Concerning Some more than Others. av pns31 vvz dt av-dc j cc j n1 vvg d dc cs n2-jn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 249 Page 129
2491 2. I will enquire, Which of his Creatures they are, as to which he exerciseth a special Providence; 2. I will inquire, Which of his Creatures they Are, as to which he Exerciseth a special Providence; crd pns11 vmb vvi, r-crq pp-f po31 n2 pns32 vbr, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 250 Page 129
2492 and concerning which he taketh such a more especial care? and Concerning which he Takes such a more especial care? cc vvg r-crq pns31 vvz d dt av-dc j n1? (15) sermon (DIV3) 250 Page 129
2493 3. We will enquire by what acts God exerteth, putteth forth, and declareth this his especial care. 3. We will inquire by what acts God exerteth, putteth forth, and Declareth this his especial care. crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq vvz np1 vvz, vvz av, cc vvz d po31 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 251 Page 129
2494 4. Lastly, I will make some Application of the whole. 4. Lastly, I will make Some Application of the Whole. crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 252 Page 129
2495 1. That God doth exercise a more particular care in the Preservation and Government of some of his Creatures than he doth of others, will appear, 1. That God does exercise a more particular care in the Preservation and Government of Some of his Creatures than he does of Others, will appear, crd cst np1 vdz vvi dt av-dc j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d pp-f po31 n2 cs pns31 vdz pp-f n2-jn, vmb vvi, (15) sermon (DIV3) 253 Page 129
2496 1. By express Scriptures which assert it. 2. By promises made to some, in which others are not concerned. 1. By express Scriptures which assert it. 2. By promises made to Some, in which Others Are not concerned. crd p-acp j n2 r-crq vvb pn31. crd p-acp n2 vvn p-acp d, p-acp r-crq n2-jn vbr xx vvn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 254 Page 129
2497 3. By experience and matter of fact. 1. By express Scriptures: thus Deut. 11.12, Canaan is called a Land which the Lord careth for: 3. By experience and matter of fact. 1. By express Scriptures: thus Deuteronomy 11.12, Canaan is called a Land which the Lord Careth for: crd p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp j n2: av np1 crd, np1 vbz vvn dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp: (15) sermon (DIV3) 256 Page 129
2498 so Matth. 6.30, If God so cloath the grass of the field, which to day is, so Matthew 6.30, If God so cloth the grass of the field, which to day is, av np1 crd, cs np1 av n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbz, (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 129
2499 and to morrow is cast into the Oven; Shall he not much more cloath you, O you of little faith? Matt. 10.31. and to morrow is cast into the Oven; Shall he not much more cloth you, Oh you of little faith? Matt. 10.31. cc p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; vmb pns31 xx av-d dc n1 pn22, uh pn22 pp-f j n1? np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2522 and that in a more eminent manner than other inferiour creatures: but I intend no discourse of that. and that in a more eminent manner than other inferior creatures: but I intend no discourse of that. cc cst p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cs j-jn j-jn n2: cc-acp pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f d. (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 131
2500 Fear you not therefore, you are of more value than many sparrows, ver. 29. Christ had let them know, that the Providence of God extended to the sparrows; two of them were sold for a farthing, fear you not Therefore, you Are of more valve than many sparrows, ver. 29. christ had let them know, that the Providence of God extended to the sparrows; two of them were sold for a farthing, vvb pn22 xx av, pn22 vbr pp-f dc n1 cs d n2, fw-la. crd np1 vhd vvn pno32 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2; crd pp-f pno32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2501 but not one of them fell to the ground without God: but not one of them fell to the ground without God: cc-acp xx pi pp-f pno32 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2502 but (saith he) you are better than many sparrows, God will more regard you, but (Says he) you Are better than many sparrows, God will more regard you, cc-acp (vvz pns31) pn22 vbr jc cs d n2, np1 vmb av-dc vvi pn22, (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2503 and take more care of you, 1 Tim. 4.10, He is the Saviour of all men, and take more care of you, 1 Tim. 4.10, He is the Saviour of all men, cc vvb dc n1 pp-f pn22, crd np1 crd, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2504 but especially of them who believe. Psal. 33. v. 13, He beholdeth all the sons of men: but especially of them who believe. Psalm 33. v. 13, He beholdeth all the Sons of men: cc-acp av-j pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb. np1 crd n1 crd, pns31 vvz d dt n2 pp-f n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2505 but Verse 18, The eye of the Lord is upon them that fear him: but Verse 18, The eye of the Lord is upon them that Fear him: p-acp vvb crd, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2506 upon them that hope in his mercy, to deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive from famine: upon them that hope in his mercy, to deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive from famine: p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2507 so this Text, Doth God (saith the Apostle) take care for Oxen? or doth he say it altogether for our sakes? for our sakes no doubt. so this Text, Does God (Says the Apostle) take care for Oxen? or does he say it altogether for our sakes? for our sakes no doubt. av d n1, vdz np1 (vvz dt n1) vvb n1 p-acp n2? cc vdz pns31 vvi pn31 av p-acp po12 n2? p-acp po12 n2 dx n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2508 It is true, there are degrees and differences as to this special Providence, as I shall shew you hereafter: It is true, there Are Degrees and differences as to this special Providence, as I shall show you hereafter: pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbr n2 cc n2 c-acp p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av: (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2509 I am only, as yet, evincing the thing in general. I am only, as yet, evincing the thing in general. pns11 vbm j, c-acp av, vvg dt n1 p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 257 Page 130
2510 2. All the promises of God made to some men, not to others, are a proof of this; 2. All the promises of God made to Some men, not to Others, Are a proof of this; crd av-d dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp d n2, xx p-acp n2-jn, vbr dt n1 pp-f d; (15) sermon (DIV3) 258 Page 130
2511 for what is a promise but the Revelation of Gods Will, to bestow some good things in the way of his Providence? so as, for what is a promise but the Revelation of God's Will, to bestow Some good things in the Way of his Providence? so as, p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb, pc-acp vvi d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? av c-acp, (15) sermon (DIV3) 258 Page 130
2512 if there be any special promises, there must be a special Providence. if there be any special promises, there must be a special Providence. cs pc-acp vbb d j n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 258 Page 130
2513 Now there is none so meanly versed in the holy Scripture, that he is not aware of a multitude of promises in them, made to the people of God; Now there is none so meanly versed in the holy Scripture, that he is not aware of a multitude of promises in them, made to the people of God; av a-acp vbz pix av av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vbz xx j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32, vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 258 Page 130
2514 promises that concern this life, and that also which is to come: the 91 Psalm is made up of such promises. promises that concern this life, and that also which is to come: the 91 Psalm is made up of such promises. n2 cst vvb d n1, cc cst av r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi: dt crd n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f d n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 258 Page 130
2515 3. Lastly, The experience of all times proves it, that some have been preserved, upheld, directed and governed by a Providence, in a more special manner than others have been: 3. Lastly, The experience of all times Proves it, that Some have been preserved, upheld, directed and governed by a Providence, in a more special manner than Others have been: crd ord, dt n1 pp-f d n2 vvz pn31, cst d vhb vbn vvn, vvn, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cs n2-jn vhb vbn: (15) sermon (DIV3) 259 Page 130
2516 So that none can modestly deny or doubt a special Providence. The next Question is, Quest. 2. Who are the objects of it? So that none can modestly deny or doubt a special Providence. The next Question is, Quest. 2. Who Are the objects of it? av cst pix vmb av-j vvi cc vvi dt j n1. dt ord n1 vbz, n1. crd r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f pn31? (15) sermon (DIV3) 259 Page 130
2517 It is generally answered by Divines, that reasonable creatures are the objects only of special Providence. It is generally answered by Divines, that reasonable creatures Are the objects only of special Providence. pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn, cst j n2 vbr dt n2 av-j pp-f j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 130
2518 These are only Angels and Men: for the Specialty of Divine Providence, so far as they relate to Angels, as we know little of it, These Are only Angels and Men: for the Specialty of Divine Providence, so Far as they relate to Angels, as we know little of it, d vbr j n2 cc n2: p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n2, c-acp pns12 vvb j pp-f pn31, (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 130
2519 so neither doth the knowledg of it much concern us: so neither does the knowledge of it much concern us: av d vdz dt n1 pp-f pn31 av-d vvi pno12: (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 130
2520 of that therefore I shall say nothing, being not desirous to intrude into those things which man hath not seen. of that Therefore I shall say nothing, being not desirous to intrude into those things which man hath not seen. pp-f d av pns11 vmb vvi pix, vbg xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 r-crq n1 vhz xx vvn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 261 Page 130
12019 1. What they are to avoid. 2. And then what they are to do. 1. What they Are to avoid. 2. And then what they Are to do. crd r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vvi. crd cc av r-crq pns32 vbr pc-acp vdi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1214 Page 603
2523 2. The second object of special Providence is Man. 1. Mankind considered in the general. 2. The second Object of special Providence is Man. 1. Mankind considered in the general. crd dt ord n1 pp-f j n1 vbz n1 crd n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2524 All men and women are under more special acts of Providence, as to Preservation and Government, than the grass, All men and women Are under more special acts of Providence, as to Preservation and Government, than the grass, d n2 cc n2 vbr a-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, cs dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2525 or the beasts, the inanimate creatures, or the brute creatures: but neither shall I make this the subject of my discourse. or the beasts, the inanimate creatures, or the brutus creatures: but neither shall I make this the Subject of my discourse. cc dt n2, dt j n2, cc dt n1 n2: cc-acp av-dx vmb pns11 vvi d dt n-jn pp-f po11 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2526 The Psalmist speaks of man in the general, Psal. 8.5, Thou hast made him a little lower than the Angels, The Psalmist speaks of man in the general, Psalm 8.5, Thou hast made him a little lower than the Angels, dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, pns21 vh2 vvn pno31 dt av-j jc cs dt n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2527 and hast crowned him with glory and honour. Thou madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; and hast crowned him with glory and honour. Thou Madest him to have dominion over the works of thy hands; cc vh2 vvn pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1. pns21 vvd2 pno31 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2528 thou hast put all things under his foot. All sheep and oxen; yea, and the beasts of the field. thou hast put all things under his foot. All sheep and oxen; yea, and the beasts of the field. pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n1. av-d n1 cc n2; uh, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 262 Page 131
2529 2. But Secondly, The Church of God, and more especially, those that are the invisible part of it, that glory not in appearance only, 2. But Secondly, The Church of God, and more especially, those that Are the invisible part of it, that glory not in appearance only, crd p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-dc av-j, d cst vbr dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cst vvb xx p-acp n1 av-j, (15) sermon (DIV3) 263 Page 131
2530 but in reality, and have not only a name to live, but live indeed, are the more eminent objects of special Providence. I say first, but in reality, and have not only a name to live, but live indeed, Are the more eminent objects of special Providence. I say First, cc-acp p-acp n1, cc vhb xx av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi, p-acp vvi av, vbr dt av-dc j n2 pp-f j n1. pns11 vvb ord, (15) sermon (DIV3) 263 Page 131
2531 1. The whole visible Church, by which, I mean, the whole body of people, whom God, by the Preaching of the Gospel, hath called out to an external profession, 1. The Whole visible Church, by which, I mean, the Whole body of people, whom God, by the Preaching of the Gospel, hath called out to an external profession, crd dt j-jn j n1, p-acp r-crq, pns11 vvb, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, ro-crq np1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vhz vvn av p-acp dt j n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 264 Page 131
2532 and visible owning of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Church of the Jews of old, ( Amos 3.2.); and visible owning of the Lord jesus christ. The Church of the jews of old, (Amos 3.2.); cc j vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. dt n1 pp-f dt np2 pp-f j, (np1 crd.); (15) sermon (DIV3) 264 Page 131
2533 the whole body of that Nation circumcised, and visibly owning and serving the true God, were under more special Providence than all the world besides. The Christian Church is so. the Whole body of that nation circumcised, and visibly owning and serving the true God, were under more special Providence than all the world beside. The Christian Church is so. dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 j-vvn, cc av-j vvg cc vvg dt j np1, vbdr a-acp av-dc j n1 cs d dt n1 a-acp. dt njp n1 vbz av. (15) sermon (DIV3) 264 Page 131
2534 Canaan of old was the land which God cared for, and he hath a Canaan now; Canaan of old was the land which God cared for, and he hath a Canaan now; np1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp, cc pns31 vhz dt np1 av; (15) sermon (DIV3) 264 Page 131
2535 his whole Church which he doth care for, and for whom he exerciseth a more special Providence, both in the preservation and Government of them. his Whole Church which he does care for, and for whom he Exerciseth a more special Providence, both in the preservation and Government of them. po31 j-jn n1 r-crq pns31 vdz vvi p-acp, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz dt av-dc j n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 264 Page 131
2536 2. But yet the invisible part of the visible Church, that is, that number of Professors, whose Profession is not only visible to men, ( Psal. 33.18), 2. But yet the invisible part of the visible Church, that is, that number of Professors, whose Profession is not only visible to men, (Psalm 33.18), crd p-acp av dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst vbz, cst n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq n1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp n2, (np1 crd), (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 131
2537 but their faith, their sincerity, their true holiness is seen by God, who love and fear the great God in truth and holiness; but their faith, their sincerity, their true holiness is seen by God, who love and Fear the great God in truth and holiness; cc-acp po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 j n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, r-crq n1 cc vvi dt j np1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 131
2538 these are the most special objects of special Providence. Only one thing let me more add, in an answer to this Question; these Are the most special objects of special Providence. Only one thing let me more add, in an answer to this Question; d vbr dt av-ds j n2 pp-f j n1. j crd n1 vvb pno11 av-dc vvi, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 131
2539 that neither all mankind, not members of the Church, nor all Churches, nor all Saints are under the same, or equal influences of Providence; that neither all mankind, not members of the Church, nor all Churches, nor all Saints Are under the same, or equal influences of Providence; cst dx d n1, xx n2 pp-f dt n1, ccx d n2, ccx d n2 vbr p-acp dt d, cc j-jn n2 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 131
2540 and therefore Divines have distinguished special Providences into those which are more extraordinary or ordinary: the former are more miraculous, or little differing from miracles: and Therefore Divines have distinguished special Providences into those which Are more extraordinary or ordinary: the former Are more miraculous, or little differing from Miracles: cc av vvz vhb vvn j n2 p-acp d r-crq vbr dc j cc j: dt j vbr av-dc j, cc av-j vvg p-acp n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2541 the latter are more equal and ordinary, and so will be the more the subject of our discourse. the latter Are more equal and ordinary, and so will be the more the Subject of our discourse. dt d vbr av-dc j-jn cc j, cc av vmb vbi dt av-dc dt n-jn pp-f po12 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2542 All men are not restrained as Abimelech was. All Churches are not preserved in a red Sea, a wilderness; All men Are not restrained as Abimelech was. All Churches Are not preserved in a read Sea, a Wilderness; av-d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp np1 vbds. av-d n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2543 have not Manna rained from heaven to feed them, nor Waters brought out of a rock to satisfie their thirst, as the Jewish Church had. have not Manna reigned from heaven to feed them, nor Waters brought out of a rock to satisfy their thirst, as the Jewish Church had. vhb xx n1 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, ccx n2 vvd av pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, c-acp dt jp n1 vhd. (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2544 All Saints are not taken up to Heaven in a fiery Chariot as Elijah, nor preserved in the Lions Den as Daniel, or in the fire as the three children. But there is, 1. A special Providence attends every visible Church of Christ. 2. And every one who is a true believer, and puts his trust in the Lord. All Saints Are not taken up to Heaven in a fiery Chariot as Elijah, nor preserved in the Lions Den as daniel, or in the fire as the three children. But there is, 1. A special Providence attends every visible Church of christ. 2. And every one who is a true believer, and puts his trust in the Lord. av-d n2 vbr xx vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, ccx vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 c-acp dt crd n2. p-acp pc-acp vbz, crd dt j n1 vvz d j n1 pp-f np1. crd np1 d crd r-crq vbz dt j n1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2545 I come more particularly to shew you, by what more particular acts the Providence of God discovereth Gods special care, I come more particularly to show you, by what more particular acts the Providence of God Discovereth God's special care, pns11 vvb av-dc av-j pc-acp vvi pn22, p-acp r-crq dc j n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n2 j n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2546 for his Church, and for particular Souls. for his Church, and for particular Souls. p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp j n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 265 Page 132
2547 Quest. 3. By what more particular acts doth the Providence of God discover Gods special care for the visible Church, and for particular believing souls. Quest. 3. By what more particular acts does the Providence of God discover God's special care for the visible Church, and for particular believing Souls. n1. crd p-acp r-crq dc j n2 vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi npg1 j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp j j-vvg n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 266 Page 132
2548 1. As to the Church of God. 1. He preserveth it so as it shall never perish. You know the promise: 1. As to the Church of God. 1. He Preserveth it so as it shall never perish. You know the promise: crd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd pns31 vvz pn31 av c-acp pn31 vmb av-x vvi. pn22 vvb dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 267 Page 132
2549 The gates of hell shall not prevail against it, Matt. 16.18. God preserveth the individual Being of every particular man, He holdeth our souls in life, but yet his being shall fail: The gates of hell shall not prevail against it, Matt. 16.18. God Preserveth the Individu Being of every particular man, He holds our Souls in life, but yet his being shall fail: dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31, np1 crd. np1 vvz dt j-jn vbg pp-f d j n1, pns31 vvz po12 n2 p-acp n1, p-acp av po31 n1 vmb vvi: (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2550 there will come a time when he shall not be. there will come a time when he shall not be. pc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vmb xx vbi. (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2551 Our Prophets are gone, our fathers where are they? God preserveth the Beings of Polities, the Kingdoms and Empires of the World; Our prophets Are gone, our Father's where Are they? God Preserveth the Beings of Polities, the Kingdoms and Empires of the World; po12 n2 vbr vvn, po12 n2 r-crq vbr pns32? np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2552 but these also have their periods: but these also have their periods: cc-acp d av vhb po32 n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2553 where are the great Empires of the Medes and Persians, the Grecians, the Romans, & c? He so preserveth his Church, that it shall never fail; where Are the great Empires of the Medes and Persians, the Greeks, the Roman, & c? He so Preserveth his Church, that it shall never fail; c-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt np1 cc np1, dt njp2, dt njp2, cc sy? pns31 av vvz po31 n1, cst pn31 vmb av-x vvi; (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2554 this is a Specialty of Providence. Men shall dye, Kingdomes shall dye, Empires shall come to nothing: this is a Specialty of Providence. Men shall die, Kingdoms shall die, Empires shall come to nothing: d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. n2 vmb vvi, n2 vmb vvi, n2 vmb vvi p-acp pix: (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2555 the Church shall not dye. This woman may flee into the Wilderness from the red dragon, (as in Rev. 12. Where she hath a place prepared of God; the Church shall not die. This woman may flee into the Wilderness from the read dragon, (as in Rev. 12. Where she hath a place prepared of God; dt n1 vmb xx vvi. d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (c-acp p-acp n1 crd c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 vvd pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2556 but there she shall be fed 1260 days: the earth shall help the woman, Rev. 12.16. Christ will be with them to the end of the world: but there she shall be fed 1260 days: the earth shall help the woman, Rev. 12.16. christ will be with them to the end of the world: p-acp a-acp pns31 vmb vbb vvn crd n2: dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, n1 crd. np1 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2557 God so preservetth, no creatures, no Polities, no Societies of men whatsoever. God so preservetth, no creatures, no Polities, no Societies of men whatsoever. np1 av av, dx n2, dx n2, dx n2 pp-f n2 r-crq. (15) sermon (DIV3) 268 Page 132
2558 2. A second specialty of Providence relating to the Church, seems to be a special Ministry of Angels, Heb. 2.14, Are they not all ministring spirits, sent forth to minister for them who are heirs of salvation? Who are those that are heirs of salvation, 2. A second specialty of Providence relating to the Church, seems to be a special Ministry of Angels, Hebrew 2.14, are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who Are Heirs of salvation? Who Are those that Are Heirs of salvation, crd dt ord n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f n2, np1 crd, vbr pns32 xx d j-vvg n2, vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f n1? r-crq vbr d cst vbr n2 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2559 but the Church of God? Acts 2.47, And the Lord added to the Church daily such as should be saved. but the Church of God? Acts 2.47, And the Lord added to the Church daily such as should be saved. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vvz crd, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 av-j d c-acp vmd vbi vvn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2560 1 Cor. 11.10, The woman ought to have power over her head (or a covering over head) because of the Angels. There have been many Divines, who have thought that in the Government of Providence, some particular Angels have the charge of particular Kingdoms, and Provinces, and Churches. 1 Cor. 11.10, The woman ought to have power over her head (or a covering over head) Because of the Angels. There have been many Divines, who have Thought that in the Government of Providence, Some particular Angels have the charge of particular Kingdoms, and Provinces, and Churches. vvn np1 crd, dt n1 vmd pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp po31 n1 (cc dt n-vvg p-acp n1) c-acp pp-f dt n2. pc-acp vhi vbn d n2-jn, r-crq vhb vvn d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d j n2 vhb dt n1 pp-f j n2, cc n2, cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2561 You read, Dan. 10.12, The Prince of the Kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty one days: You read, Dan. 10.12, The Prince of the Kingdom of Persiam withstood me twenty one days: pn22 vvb, np1 crd, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pno11 crd crd n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2562 but lo, Michael one of the chief Princes came to help me: but lo, Michael one of the chief Princes Come to help me: cc-acp uh, np1 crd pp-f dt j-jn n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pno11: (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2563 and ver. 21, There is none that holdeth with me in these things, but Michael your Prince. and for. 21, There is none that holds with me in these things, but Michael your Prince. cc p-acp. crd, pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz p-acp pno11 p-acp d n2, cc-acp np1 po22 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2564 There are some also that interpret thus; There Are Some also that interpret thus; pc-acp vbr d av d vvb av; (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2565 The Angels of the Asian Churches mentioned in the Revelation (but most interpret them of the Pastors over them): The Angels of the Asian Churches mentioned in the Revelation (but most interpret them of the Pastors over them): dt n2 pp-f dt jp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 (p-acp ds vvi pno32 pp-f dt ng1 p-acp pno32): (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2566 but certain it is, the Angels (whether one more specially or no) have a special Ministry towards the Church of Christ. but certain it is, the Angels (whither one more specially or not) have a special Ministry towards the Church of christ. p-acp j pn31 vbz, dt n2 (cs crd dc av-j cc xx) vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2567 Psalm 91.11, He shall give his Angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. Psalm 91.11, He shall give his Angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. np1 crd, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d po21 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2568 I shall not enlarge upon this: I shall not enlarge upon this: pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d: (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2569 for though this seemeth to be plainly enough in Scripture revealed, yet the particulars of their Ministration are not so clearly revealed, for though this seems to be plainly enough in Scripture revealed, yet the particulars of their Ministration Are not so clearly revealed, c-acp cs d vvz pc-acp vbi av-j av-d p-acp n1 vvn, av dt n2-j pp-f po32 n1 vbr xx av av-j vvn, (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2570 as we can assert much distincty concerning them. as we can assert much distincty Concerning them. c-acp pns12 vmb vvb d n1 vvg pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2571 Dan. 12.1, At that time (saith the Prophet) shall Michael stand up, the great Prince, which standeth for the children of thy people. Dan. 12.1, At that time (Says the Prophet) shall Michael stand up, the great Prince, which Stands for the children of thy people. np1 crd, p-acp d n1 (vvz dt n1) vmb np1 vvi a-acp, dt j n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2572 The Angels stand up for the Church; that is a Specialty of Providence. The Angels stand up for the Church; that is a Specialty of Providence. dt n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 269 Page 133
2573 3. Thirdly, All Gods extraordinary acts in the Government of his Creatures have been for his Church. 3. Thirdly, All God's extraordinary acts in the Government of his Creatures have been for his Church. crd ord, d n2 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vhb vbn p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2574 It was in revenge of their oppressions, that God sends ten plagues one after another upon Pharaoh: it is for them he suspendeth the Laws of Nature, It was in revenge of their oppressions, that God sends ten plagues one After Another upon Pharaoh: it is for them he suspendeth the Laws of Nature, pn31 vbds p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst np1 vvz crd n2 crd p-acp j-jn p-acp np1: pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2575 for them the waters of the Red-sea, then the waters of Jordan divide: for them the waters of the Red sea, then the waters of Jordan divide: p-acp pno32 dt n2 pp-f dt np1, cs dt n2 pp-f n1 vvi: (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2576 for them it was that the Sun stood still in Gibeon, and the Moon in the Valley of Ajalon, in the time of Joshuah; That the earth opened, Numb. 16, and swallowed up Corah, Dathan and Abiram: It is for his Church that natural Beings have acted beyond their ordinary capacities: for them it was that the Sun stood still in Gibeon, and the Moon in the Valley of Ajalon, in the time of Joshua; That the earth opened, Numb. 16, and swallowed up Corah, Dathan and Abiram: It is for his Church that natural Beings have acted beyond their ordinary capacities: p-acp pno32 pn31 vbds d dt n1 vvd av p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cst dt n1 vvd, j. crd, cc vvd a-acp np1, np1 cc np1: pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 cst j n2 vhb vvn p-acp po32 j n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2577 Hail-stones are made so big, as falling down upon their Enemies-heads, they killed more than his peoples swords. Hailstones Are made so big, as falling down upon their Enemies-heads, they killed more than his peoples swords. n2 vbr vvn av j, c-acp vvg a-acp p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvd av-dc cs po31 ng1 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2578 At the sound of Rams-horns, the walls of Jericho fall down. At the found of Ram's horns, the walls of Jericho fallen down. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2579 It is for this people that the clouds rain down bread, and the Rock gusheth out water. It is for this people that the Clouds rain down bred, and the Rock gusheth out water. pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 cst dt n2 vvb a-acp n1, cc dt n1 vvz av n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 133
2580 There was no people, that God so assayed to take from the midst of another Nation by temptations, by signs and wonders, There was no people, that God so assayed to take from the midst of Another nation by temptations, by Signs and wonders, pc-acp vbds dx n1, cst np1 av vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 134
2581 and by war, and by a mighty hand, and by a stretched out arm, and by great terrors, Deut. 4.34: and although God hath not been so seen in miraculous operations for his Gospel-Church: and by war, and by a mighty hand, and by a stretched out arm, and by great terrors, Deuteronomy 4.34: and although God hath not been so seen in miraculous operations for his Gospel-church: cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt vvn av n1, cc p-acp j n2, np1 crd: cc cs np1 vhz xx vbn av vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 134
2582 yet how often hath one chased ten, ten an hundred, an hundred a thousand, and a thousand put ten thousand to flight? There have been no such instances in the World of the Providence of God, working for the salvation and deliverance of Heathens, yet how often hath one chased ten, ten an hundred, an hundred a thousand, and a thousand put ten thousand to flight? There have been no such instances in the World of the Providence of God, working for the salvation and deliverance of heathens, av c-crq av vhz pi vvn crd, crd dt crd, dt crd dt crd, cc dt crd vvn crd crd p-acp n1? pc-acp vhi vbn dx d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 134
2583 as of that body of his people, which are his Church: as of that body of his people, which Are his Church: c-acp pp-f d n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbr po31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 134
2584 or of Gods workings in a miraculous manner for the preservation of others, as of that his little flock. or of God's workings in a miraculous manner for the preservation of Others, as of that his little flock. cc pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, c-acp pp-f d po31 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 270 Page 134
2585 4. But 4thly, It is a great specialty of Providence, that unto this people are committed the Oracles of God; 4. But 4thly, It is a great specialty of Providence, that unto this people Are committed the Oracles of God; crd p-acp j, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp d n1 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2586 they are the only people which have the ordinary means of salvation. they Are the only people which have the ordinary means of salvation. pns32 vbr dt j n1 r-crq vhb dt j n2 pp-f n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2587 This is that Much advantage every way (as the Apostle speaketh) which the Jews had, Rom. 4.2: beeause unto them were committed the Oracles of God. This is that Much advantage every Way (as the Apostle speaks) which the jews had, Rom. 4.2: Because unto them were committed the Oracles of God. d vbz cst d n1 d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) r-crq dt np2 vhd, np1 crd: vvb p-acp pno32 vbdr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2588 It hath been a question, Whether God giveth unto all sufficient means for salvation. Some affirm it, others with better reason deny it; It hath been a question, Whither God gives unto all sufficient means for salvation. some affirm it, Others with better reason deny it; pn31 vhz vbn dt n1, cs np1 vvz p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1. d vvb pn31, n2-jn p-acp j n1 vvi pn31; (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2589 at length some of the Patrons for it, are forced to yield, That none but the Church hath sufficient means. In Judah is God known: At length Some of the Patrons for it, Are forced to yield, That none but the Church hath sufficient means. In Judah is God known: p-acp n1 d pp-f dt n2 p-acp pn31, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pix cc-acp dt n1 vhz j n2. p-acp np1 vbz np1 vvn: (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2590 in the Church Christ is preached; the glad tidings of salvation are published; in the Church christ is preached; the glad tidings of salvation Are published; p-acp dt n1 np1 vbz vvn; dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn; (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2591 the Heathens have only the light of Nature, a light sufficient (if not walked up to) to make them inexcusable, the heathens have only the Light of Nature, a Light sufficient (if not walked up to) to make them inexcusable, dt n2-jn vhb av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j j (cs xx vvn a-acp p-acp) pc-acp vvi pno32 j, (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2592 but by no means sufficient to direct men to Heaven: but by no means sufficient to Direct men to Heaven: cc-acp p-acp dx n2 j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2593 it sheweth men nothing of Christ, and there is no other Name under Heaven but the Name of Jesus by which we can be saved, it shows men nothing of christ, and there is no other Name under Heaven but the Name of jesus by which we can be saved, pn31 vvz n2 pix pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vbi vvn, (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2594 neither is there salvation in any other. Christ is only ordinarily preached in the Church of God. neither is there salvation in any other. christ is only ordinarily preached in the Church of God. av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn. np1 vbz j av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2595 This is a great Priviledg, a great Specialty of Providence towards the Church of God. This is a great Privilege, a great Specialty of Providence towards the Church of God. d vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 271 Page 134
2596 But yet, There is a more special Providence attends the members of the invisible Church, particular Saints, and that is plain from the Promises of God in Scripture. But yet, There is a more special Providence attends the members of the invisible Church, particular Saints, and that is plain from the Promises of God in Scripture. p-acp av, pc-acp vbz dt av-dc j n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, j n2, cc d vbz j p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 272 Page 134
2597 There are indeed many Promises which concern the whole visible Church; but the most of the Promises are made unto Godliness: There Are indeed many Promises which concern the Whole visible Church; but the most of thee Promises Are made unto Godliness: pc-acp vbr av d vvz r-crq vvb dt j-jn j n1; cc-acp dt ds pp-f pno32 vvz vbr vvn p-acp n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 272 Page 134
2598 the Apostle tells us, 1 Tim. 4.8, that hath great promises both of this life, and a life to come: and as the great variety of Promises evinceth a special providence in the preservation and government of them; the Apostle tells us, 1 Tim. 4.8, that hath great promises both of this life, and a life to come: and as the great variety of Promises evinceth a special providence in the preservation and government of them; dt n1 vvz pno12, crd np1 crd, cst vhz j n2 d pp-f d n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi: cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvz vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (15) sermon (DIV3) 272 Page 134
2599 so also Gods Dispensations upon those Promises do abundantly evince it: but let me open it in a few particulars. so also God's Dispensations upon those Promises doe abundantly evince it: but let me open it in a few particulars. av av npg1 n2 p-acp d vvz n1 av-j vvi pn31: cc-acp vvb pno11 vvi pn31 p-acp dt d n2-j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 272 Page 134
2600 1. It is for them that God ordinarily goeth out of the common road of his Providence for their preservation: 1. It is for them that God ordinarily Goes out of the Common road of his Providence for their preservation: crd pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 cst np1 av-j vvz av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2601 Thus Daniel is preserved in the Lions Den; The three Children in the fiery Furnace; Moses in a little ark of Bul-rushes; Thus daniel is preserved in the Lions Den; The three Children in the fiery Furnace; Moses in a little Ark of Bulrushes; av np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1; dt crd n2 p-acp dt j n1; np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2602 Noah, when the whole World was swallowed up in a Deluge of waters: Noah, when the Whole World was swallowed up in a Deluge of waters: np1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2603 they are those that dwell in the secret place of the most High, that shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty; they Are those that dwell in the secret place of the most High, that shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty; pns32 vbr d cst vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt av-ds j, cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn; (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2604 these he delivereth from the snare of the Fowler, and from the noisom Pestilence; these he Delivereth from the snare of the Fowler, and from the noisome Pestilence; d pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2605 and to whom all the Promises are made, Psalm 91. I do not say, but others may sometimes meet with strange and miraculous preservations, and to whom all the Promises Are made, Psalm 91. I do not say, but Others may sometime meet with strange and miraculous preservations, cc p-acp ro-crq d dt vvz vbr vvn, n1 crd pns11 vdb xx vvi, cc-acp n2-jn vmb av vvi p-acp j cc j n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2606 but the instances of them are rarer. but the instances of them Are rarer. cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32 vbr jc. (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2607 The Promises are not made to them, they can expect no such thing, and usually it is for the sake of such as fear God: The Promises Are not made to them, they can expect no such thing, and usually it is for the sake of such as Fear God: dt vvz vbr xx vvn p-acp pno32, pns32 vmb vvi dx d n1, cc av-j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2608 indeed these Providences are not the portion of all the children of God. indeed these Providences Are not the portion of all the children of God. av d n2 vbr xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2609 God will have us know that these are not the good things which he hath prepared for them that love him: God will have us know that these Are not the good things which he hath prepared for them that love him: np1 vmb vhi pno12 vvb cst d vbr xx dt j n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2610 though the power and goodness of God shall be thus declared for some of them, though the power and Goodness of God shall be thus declared for Some of them, cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp d pp-f pno32, (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2611 yet it shall not be so for all, that we may not think them the Believers portion; yet it shall not be so for all, that we may not think them the Believers portion; av pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp d, cst pns12 vmb xx vvi pno32 dt n2 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2612 but things which God addeth unto them, who are the heirs of salvation, and seek first the Kingdom of God and the righteousness thereof. but things which God adds unto them, who Are the Heirs of salvation, and seek First the Kingdom of God and the righteousness thereof. cc-acp n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvi ord dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 av. (15) sermon (DIV3) 273 Page 135
2613 2. These are those, whom God gives special warnings to of evils to come, and whom he prompts to hide themselves. 2. These Are those, whom God gives special Warnings to of evils to come, and whom he prompts to hide themselves. crd d vbr d, ro-crq np1 vvz j n2-vvg p-acp pp-f n2-jn pc-acp vvi, cc r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2614 What saith God? shall I hide from Abraham, the thing I intend to do to Sodom? Noah being warned of God, prepared an Ark (saith the Apostle); What Says God? shall I hide from Abraham, the thing I intend to do to Sodom? Noah being warned of God, prepared an Ark (Says the Apostle); q-crq vvz np1? vmb pns11 vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 pns11 vvb pc-acp vdi p-acp np1? np1 vbg vvn pp-f np1, vvd dt n1 (vvz dt n1); (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2615 you know what a warning Lot had of the destruction of Sodom. They tell us of a Voice which the godly Jews heard a little before the fatal destruction of Jerusalem, Ite Pellam, Go away to Pella. It is true, those extraordinary warnings are much now ceased; you know what a warning Lot had of the destruction of Sodom. They tell us of a Voice which the godly jews herd a little before the fatal destruction of Jerusalem, Item Pellam, Go away to Pella. It is true, those extraordinary Warnings Are much now ceased; pn22 vvb r-crq dt j-vvg n1 vhd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. pns32 vvb pno12 pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt j np2 vvn dt j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, n1 np1, vvb av p-acp np1. pn31 vbz j, d j n2 vbr av-d av vvd; (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2616 but the Providence vf God yet continues. God told David, that the men of Keilah would deliver him up. but the Providence vf God yet continues. God told David, that the men of Keilah would deliver him up. cc-acp dt n1 n1 np1 av vvz. np1 vvd np1, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pno31 a-acp. (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2617 God gives warning still by secret impressions upon the spirits of his people, by causing them more steadily than others to believe the threatnings of his Word, God gives warning still by secret impressions upon the spirits of his people, by causing them more steadily than Others to believe the threatenings of his Word, np1 vvz vvg av p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp vvg pno32 av-dc av-j cs n2-jn pc-acp vvi dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2618 and to give credit to his Ministers speaking from him. and to give credit to his Ministers speaking from him. cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n2 vvg p-acp pno31. (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2619 These secrets of the Lord, are mostly with them that fear him, while simple wicked men will believe nothing, take no warning at any thing; These secrets of the Lord, Are mostly with them that Fear him, while simple wicked men will believe nothing, take no warning At any thing; np1 n2-jn pp-f dt n1, vbr j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, n1 j j n2 vmb vvi pix, vvb dx n-vvg p-acp d n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2620 but pass on, and are punished. 3. For these it is, that he commandeth inanimate creatures to move for their service; but pass on, and Are punished. 3. For these it is, that he commands inanimate creatures to move for their service; cc-acp vvb a-acp, cc vbr vvn. crd p-acp d pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 274 Page 135
2621 The stones of the field shall be at peace with them: The stones of the field shall be At peace with them: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 275 Page 135
2622 the Sun, the Moon shall serve them, the stars shall fight against Sisera in their order. the Sun, the Moon shall serve them, the Stars shall fight against Sisera in their order. dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno32, dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 275 Page 136
2623 The dust shall fly in the face of their Enemies: The winds shall serve them; The dust shall fly in the face of their Enemies: The winds shall serve them; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: dt n2 vmb vvi pno32; (15) sermon (DIV3) 275 Page 136
2624 tibi militat aether, Et conjurati veniunt ad classica venti, saith the Poet of that eminent Christian Emperour. — tibi militat aether, Et conjurati veniunt ad Classica venti, Says the Poet of that eminent Christian Emperor. — fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vvz dt n1 pp-f cst j njp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 275 Page 136
2625 But I have touched a little upon this under the first Head. But I have touched a little upon this under the First Head. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn dt j p-acp d p-acp dt ord n1 (15) sermon (DIV3) 275 Page 136
2626 4. For these (fourthly it is) that God commandeth the sensitive creatures that they shall not hurt them, that they shall serve them: 4. For these (fourthly it is) that God commands the sensitive creatures that they shall not hurt them, that they shall serve them: crd p-acp d (j pn31 vbz) cst np1 vvz dt j n2 cst pns32 vmb xx vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 276 Page 136
2627 the Lions shall not hurt Daniel; it is to them the Promise is made. the Lions shall not hurt daniel; it is to them the Promise is made. dt n2 vmb xx vvi np1; pn31 vbz p-acp pno32 dt n1 vbz vvn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 276 Page 136
2628 Psalm 91.13, Thou shalt tread upon the Lion, and the Adder, and the Dragon shalt thou trample under thy feet. Psalm 91.13, Thou shalt tread upon the lion, and the Adder, and the Dragon shalt thou trample under thy feet. np1 crd, pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1 vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 276 Page 136
2629 It is a famous story of that Protestant in the Parisian massacre, that was saved by a Spider, that had woven a web before the entrance of a hole, in which he hid himself from the murtherers that sought his life; It is a famous story of that Protestant in the Parisian massacre, that was saved by a Spider, that had woven a web before the Entrance of a hold, in which he hid himself from the murderers that sought his life; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt np1 n1, cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd px31 p-acp dt n2 cst vvd po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 276 Page 136
2630 which made them conclude, that he was not there. 5. For these it is, that he bridleth the rage of wicked and ungodly men: which made them conclude, that he was not there. 5. For these it is, that he bridleth the rage of wicked and ungodly men: r-crq vvd pno32 vvi, cst pns31 vbds xx a-acp. crd p-acp d pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 276 Page 136
2631 The Providence of God (if I may say so) hath its hardest task with wicked men. The Providence of God (if I may say so) hath its Hardest task with wicked men. dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs pns11 vmb vvi av) vhz po31 js n1 p-acp j n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2632 These alone have an enmity to Gods people: These alone have an enmity to God's people: np1 av-j vhb dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2633 there is, and ever will be an implacable Enmity between the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent. there is, and ever will be an implacable Enmity between the seed of the Woman and the seed of the Serpent. pc-acp vbz, cc av vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2634 God holds them in as we hold in an unruly Horse with bit and bridle, and oftentimes of Enemies they are made friends. God holds them in as we hold in an unruly Horse with bit and bridle, and oftentimes of Enemies they Are made Friends. np1 vvz pno32 p-acp c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av pp-f n2 pns32 vbr vvn n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2635 Gallio stands up, and pleadeth for them. Gallio Stands up, and pleads for them. np1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2636 Cyrus becomes Gods servant for the deliverance of the Jews. Nebuchadnezzar shall be a friend to Daniel; Darius to Nehemiah. Paul shall meet with Friends in the Court of Nero. Cyrus becomes God's servant for the deliverance of the jews. Nebuchadnezzar shall be a friend to daniel; Darius to Nehemiah. Paul shall meet with Friends in the Court of Nero. npg1 vvz npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2. np1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp np1; np1 p-acp np1. np1 vmb vvi p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 277 Page 136
2637 6. For these it is, that he over-ruleth the most malitious actions of men: Surely (saith the Psalmist ) the wrath of man shall praise thee; 6. For these it is, that he overruleth the most malicious actions of men: Surely (Says the Psalmist) the wrath of man shall praise thee; crd p-acp d pn31 vbz, cst pns31 j dt av-ds j n2 pp-f n2: av-j (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno21; (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2638 and the remainder of wrath thou shalt restrain: and the remainder of wrath thou shalt restrain: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 pns21 vm2 vvi: (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2639 Hamans malice shall issue in the exaltation of Mordecai, and the further establishment of the Jews. Josephs brethren shall sell him into Egypt, intending him nothing but evil; Hamans malice shall issue in the exaltation of Mordecai, and the further establishment of the jews. Josephs brothers shall fell him into Egypt, intending him nothing but evil; np1 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt jc n1 pp-f dt np2. np1 n2 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp np1, vvg pno31 pix p-acp n-jn; (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2640 the issue of it shall be the exaltation of Joseph, and the keeping much people alive. the issue of it shall be the exaltation of Joseph, and the keeping much people alive. dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvg d n1 j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
12687 2. In the second place, get an acquaintance with the promises of God. 2. In the second place, get an acquaintance with the promises of God. crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 616
2641 But, as I said before concerning these matters which relate to this life, though the people of God can only claim a right in these Promises, But, as I said before Concerning these matters which relate to this life, though the people of God can only claim a right in these Promises, p-acp, c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp vvg d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi dt j-jn p-acp d vvz, (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2642 and be those to whom they generally are fulfilled, not to others: and be those to whom they generally Are fulfilled, not to Others: cc vbb d p-acp ro-crq pns32 av-j vbr vvn, xx p-acp n2-jn: (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2643 yet you must not be mistaken to think, that all the people of God shall have them made good to them. yet you must not be mistaken to think, that all the people of God shall have them made good to them. av pn22 vmb xx vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst d dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vhi pno32 vvd j p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 136
2644 God as to these Dispensations, dealing out (as in other things of outward Providence) according to his own good pleasure; God as to these Dispensations, dealing out (as in other things of outward Providence) according to his own good pleasure; np1 c-acp p-acp d n2, vvg av (c-acp p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f j n1) vvg p-acp po31 d j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 137
2645 regulated by his infinite Wisdom, working for the glory of his holy Name, and for the good of his people. regulated by his infinite Wisdom, working for the glory of his holy Name, and for the good of his people. vvn p-acp po31 j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 278 Page 137
2646 7thly, There is a special Providence of God extended towards all those that truly fear and love God. 7thly, There is a special Providence of God extended towards all those that truly Fear and love God. j, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp d d cst av-j vvb cc n1 np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2647 In the giving to them the things that accompany salvation, and preserving and upholding in them those habits of grace; In the giving to them the things that accompany salvation, and preserving and upholding in them those habits of grace; p-acp dt vvg p-acp pno32 dt n2 cst vvb n1, cc vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32 d n2 pp-f n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2648 by the operations of which, they are made fit for the inheritance of the Saints in light. by the operations of which, they Are made fit for the inheritance of the Saints in Light. p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq, pns32 vbr vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2649 Grace is the only creature of God, which God preserveth that it shall not die; but yet it is preserved alive by the power of God. Natural habits may perish; Moral habits may be extinguished; Grace is the only creature of God, which God Preserveth that it shall not die; but yet it is preserved alive by the power of God. Natural habits may perish; Moral habits may be extinguished; n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vvz cst pn31 vmb xx vvi; cc-acp av pn31 vbz vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. j n2 vmb vvi; j n2 vmb vbi vvn; (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2650 Gracious habits are the seed of God, which do not die: Gracious habits Are the seed of God, which do not die: j n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vdb xx vvi: (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2651 he shall be holden up, for God is able to make him to stand, Rom. 14.4. he shall be held up, for God is able to make him to stand, Rom. 14.4. pns31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp, c-acp np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2652 Now this is a piece of Providence common to all the Saints, and special and peculiar to them. Now this is a piece of Providence Common to all the Saints, and special and peculiar to them. av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 j p-acp d dt n2, cc j cc j p-acp pno32. (15) sermon (DIV3) 279 Page 137
2653 8thly, The special Providence of God to his people, is eminently seen in this, That all things work together for their good: 8thly, The special Providence of God to his people, is eminently seen in this, That all things work together for their good: j, dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz av-j vvn p-acp d, cst d n2 vvb av p-acp po32 j: (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2654 You know the Text, Rom. 8.28, And we know that all things work together for the good of them that love God, who are called according to his purpose. You know the Text, Rom. 8.28, And we know that all things work together for the good of them that love God, who Are called according to his purpose. pn22 vvb dt n1, np1 crd, cc pns12 vvb cst d n2 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1, r-crq vbr vvn vvg p-acp po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2655 There is another Text much of the same import, possibly of a larger extent, 1 Cor. 3.21, All-things are yours: whether Paul, There is Another Text much of the same import, possibly of a larger extent, 1 Cor. 3.21, All things Are yours: whither Paul, pc-acp vbz j-jn n1 av-d pp-f dt d n1, av-j pp-f dt jc n1, crd np1 crd, n2 vbr png22: c-crq np1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2656 or Apollos, or Cephas, or the World, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come: or Apollos, or Cephas, or the World, or life, or death, or things present, or things to come: cc npg1, cc np1, cc dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2 j, cc n2 pc-acp vvi: (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2657 all are yours, and you are Christs, and Christ is Gods. The former Text chiefly respects sufferings: the sufferings and afflictions of Gods people are for their good. all Are yours, and you Are Christ, and christ is God's The former Text chiefly respects sufferings: the sufferings and afflictions of God's people Are for their good. d vbr png22, cc pn22 vbr npg1, cc np1 vbz n2 dt j n1 av-jn vvz n2: dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr p-acp po32 j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2658 The latter respecteth Ordinances, but both of them have the universal particle All: All things are yours; The latter respecteth Ordinances, but both of them have the universal particle All: All things Are yours; dt d vvz n2, p-acp d pp-f pno32 vhb dt j n1 d: d n2 vbr png22; (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2659 All things work together for good: All things work together for good: d n2 vvi av p-acp j: (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2660 and whether either of those Texts respect sins or no (which indeed are hardly to be counted into the number of things ) I will not say; and whither either of those Texts respect Sins or not (which indeed Are hardly to be counted into the number of things) I will not say; cc cs d pp-f d n2 vvb n2 cc xx (r-crq av vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2) pns11 vmb xx vvi; (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2692 the Jews on one hand, the Heathens on the other. The Jews power indeed was not much: the jews on one hand, the heathens on the other. The jews power indeed was not much: dt np2 p-acp crd n1, dt n2-jn p-acp dt n-jn. dt np2 vvi av vbds xx d: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2661 yet most certain it is, that by the over-rulings of Divine Providence, even the sins of Gods people work together for their good. yet most certain it is, that by the over-rulings of Divine Providence, even the Sins of God's people work together for their good. av av-ds j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp dt j pp-f j-jn n1, av dt n2 pp-f ng1 n1 vvi av p-acp po32 j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2662 What fear (saith the Apostle), What sorrow? what jealousie, what revenge do they work? How low do they make the child of God in his own Eyes? How do they contribute to a poor, broken and contrite spirit in him? What care and watchfulness do they produce in him for the time to come? It is the misery of a wicked man, all things work together for his hurt: What Fear (Says the Apostle), What sorrow? what jealousy, what revenge do they work? How low do they make the child of God in his own Eyes? How do they contribute to a poor, broken and contrite Spirit in him? What care and watchfulness do they produce in him for the time to come? It is the misery of a wicked man, all things work together for his hurt: q-crq vvb (vvz dt n1), q-crq n1? r-crq n1, r-crq vvb vdb pns32 vvi? c-crq av-j vdb pns32 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n2? q-crq vdb pns32 vvi p-acp dt j, j-vvn cc j n1 p-acp pno31? q-crq n1 cc n1 vdb pns32 vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, d n2 vvi av p-acp po31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2663 if he hath Riches, Honour, worldly enjoyments, or crosses, trials, afflictions, all things are against him. if he hath Riches, Honour, worldly enjoyments, or Crosses, trials, afflictions, all things Are against him. cs pns31 vhz n2, n1, j n2, cc n2, n2, n2, d n2 vbr p-acp pno31. (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 137
2664 God gives the Israelites, rebelling and murmuring, Quales in his wrath, and a King in his wrath; and God gives others Riches, honours, wives, children, all in his wrath; all things are against them: God gives the Israelites, rebelling and murmuring, Quales in his wrath, and a King in his wrath; and God gives Others Riches, honours, wives, children, all in his wrath; all things Are against them: np1 vvz dt np2, vvg cc vvg, fw-la p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc np1 vvz n2-jn n2, n2, n2, n2, d p-acp po31 n1; d n2 vbr p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 138
2665 but now if a man be a child of God, all things are his; all things are for him, for his good and advantage. but now if a man be a child of God, all things Are his; all things Are for him, for his good and advantage. cc-acp av cs dt n1 vbb dt n1 pp-f np1, d n2 vbr po31; d n2 vbr p-acp pno31, c-acp po31 j cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 280 Page 138
2666 Ninthly, (which indeed should have been mentioned first), God giveth his good Angels charge concerning them: Ninthly, (which indeed should have been mentioned First), God gives his good Angels charge Concerning them: ord, (r-crq av vmd vhi vbn vvn ord), np1 vvz po31 j n2 vvb vvg pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2667 The good Angels have not only a Ministry to the Church, which I touched before, but they have a Ministry as to every individual Believer. The good Angels have not only a Ministry to the Church, which I touched before, but they have a Ministry as to every Individu Believer. dt j n2 vhb xx av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp, cc-acp pns32 vhb dt n1 c-acp p-acp d j-jn n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2668 It is a Promise made, Psalm 91.11, to every one: who, ver. 1. dwelleth in the secret of the most High; It is a Promise made, Psalm 91.11, to every one: who, ver. 1. dwells in the secret of the most High; pn31 vbz dt n1 vvd, n1 crd, p-acp d crd: r-crq, fw-la. crd vvz p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt av-ds j; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2669 He shall give his Angels charge over thee to keep thee in all thy ways: He shall give his Angels charge over thee to keep thee in all thy ways: pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d po21 n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2670 they shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone, ver. 12. Heb. 1.14, Are they not all ministring spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation? and therefore they are called Their Angels. Matth. 18.10, Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones: they shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone, ver. 12. Hebrew 1.14, are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be Heirs of salvation? and Therefore they Are called Their Angels. Matthew 18.10, Take heed that you despise not one of these little ones: pns32 vmb vvi pno21 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cs pns21 vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd np1 crd, vbr pns32 xx d j-vvg n2, vvd av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1? cc av pns32 vbr vvn po32 n2. np1 crd, vvb n1 cst pn22 vvb xx pi pp-f d j pi2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2671 for I say unto you that in Heaven, their Angels always behold the face of my father which is in Heaven. for I say unto you that in Heaven, their Angels always behold the face of my father which is in Heaven. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 d p-acp n1, po32 n2 av vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2672 It hath been the opinion of some, and those very eminent Divines, That every child of God hath his particular Angel, usually called his Tutelar Angel, or Angel-guardian. It hath been the opinion of Some, and those very eminent Divines, That every child of God hath his particular Angel, usually called his Tutelar Angel, or Angel-guardian. pn31 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d, cc d av j n2-jn, cst d n1 pp-f np1 vhz po31 j n1, av-j vvd po31 j n1, cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2673 They have builded this Notion upon those probable Texts, Acts 12.23: where the Christians met, told the Maid concerning Peter, It is his Angel. They have built this Notion upon those probable Texts, Acts 12.23: where the Christians met, told the Maid Concerning Peter, It is his Angel. pns32 vhb vvn d n1 p-acp d j n2, n2 crd: c-crq dt np1 vvd, vvd dt n1 vvg np1, pn31 vbz po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2674 Gen. 48.16, where Jacob prays, That the Angel who had redeemed him from all evil would bless the lads, Josephs children: and Matth. 18.10. I shall not meddle with that nice Question; Gen. 48.16, where Jacob prays, That the Angel who had redeemed him from all evil would bless the lads, Josephs children: and Matthew 18.10. I shall not meddle with that Nicaenae Question; np1 crd, c-crq np1 vvz, cst dt n1 r-crq vhd vvn pno31 p-acp d n-jn vmd vvi dt n2, np1 n2: cc np1 crd. pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2690 In short, the whole story of the Jewish Church after Moses his time, until Christs coming, is all but an eminent proof of this Doctrine. In short, the Whole story of the Jewish Church After Moses his time, until Christ coming, is all but an eminent proof of this Doctrine. p-acp j, dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt jp n1 p-acp np1 po31 n1, c-acp npg1 n-vvg, vbz d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2675 those who desire to read what is to be read for it, or what may be said, may find it in Mr. Dingles judicious Discourse of the Deputation of Angels: certain it is, that the Angels have a special Ministry with reference to the heirs of salvation: those who desire to read what is to be read for it, or what may be said, may find it in Mr. Dingles judicious Discourse of the Deputation of Angels: certain it is, that the Angels have a special Ministry with Referente to the Heirs of salvation: d r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31, cc q-crq vmb vbi vvn, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp n1 vvz j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2: j pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2676 certain it is, that they shall bear them up in their hands (as the Psalmist saith) that they shall not dash their feet against a stone: certain it is, that they shall bear them up in their hands (as the Psalmist Says) that they shall not dash their feet against a stone: j pn31 vbz, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) cst pns32 vmb xx vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2677 that they shall keep them in all their ways. What power they have to make impressions upon their minds, I cannot determine; that they shall keep them in all their ways. What power they have to make impressions upon their minds, I cannot determine; cst pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp d po32 n2. q-crq n1 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, pns11 vmbx vvi; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2678 but probable it is, that as evil angels have a power to tempt and sollicit to evil: but probable it is, that as evil Angels have a power to tempt and solicit to evil: cc-acp j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp j-jn n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp j-jn: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2679 so the good Angels do often move, and sollicit (by way of secret impressions) the souls of the Saints to that which is good. so the good Angels do often move, and solicit (by Way of secret impressions) the Souls of the Saints to that which is good. av dt j n2 vdb av vvi, cc vvi (p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2) dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d r-crq vbz j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2680 Certain it is, this is a Specialty of Divine Providence with reference to the Saints; Certain it is, this is a Specialty of Divine Providence with Referente to the Saints; j pn31 vbz, d vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2681 therefore our Saviour calleth them, their Angels. The Angels pull'd Lot out of Sodom, Gen. 19.16: they appeared to Jacob in his journey to Padan aram, Gen. 28.12: they met him again at Mahanaim, Gen. 32.1, 2. The Psalmist telleth us, Psalm 34.7, They encamp about him that feareth the Lord. Therefore our Saviour calls them, their Angels. The Angels pulled Lot out of Sodom, Gen. 19.16: they appeared to Jacob in his journey to padan aram, Gen. 28.12: they met him again At Mahanaim, Gen. 32.1, 2. The Psalmist Telleth us, Psalm 34.7, They encamp about him that fears the Lord. av po12 n1 vvz pno32, po32 n2. dt n2 vvn n1 av pp-f np1, np1 crd: pns32 vvd p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 fw-la, np1 crd: pns32 vvd pno31 av p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno12, n1 crd, pns32 vvb p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 138
2682 An Angel attends Elias, moveth him to eat, 1 Kings 19.7; appeared for Elisha, 2 Kings 6.17. In short, much is spoken in Scripture concerning the Ministry of Angels, for the good of the people of God; an Angel attends Elias, moves him to eat, 1 Kings 19.7; appeared for Elisha, 2 Kings 6.17. In short, much is spoken in Scripture Concerning the Ministry of Angels, for the good of the people of God; dt n1 vvz np1, vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, crd n2 crd; vvd p-acp np1, crd n2 crd. p-acp j, d vbz vvn p-acp n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2683 though much also of their Ministration be, doubtless, unknown to us: though much also of their Ministration be, doubtless, unknown to us: cs d av pp-f po32 n1 vbi, av-j, j p-acp pno12: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2684 Scriptura piis tantum Angelorum custodiam, & ministerium tribuit, impiis non item (saith a grave Author). Scripture piis Tantum Angels custodiam, & ministerium tribuit, impiis non item (Says a grave Author). fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr n1 (vvz dt j n1). (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2685 But I shall add no more to the Explicatory part of this Discourse, having touched most of the Specialties of Divine Providence; But I shall add no more to the Explicatory part of this Discourse, having touched most of the Specialties of Divine Providence; p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vhg vvn ds pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2686 with reference both to the Church, and to particular believing Souls. If any thing be further needful for the proof of this: with Referente both to the Church, and to particular believing Souls. If any thing be further needful for the proof of this: p-acp n1 av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j j-vvg n2. cs d n1 vbi jc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2687 what need we do any more, than take a view of the Church of God in the several periods of it, what need we do any more, than take a view of the Church of God in the several periods of it, r-crq vvb pns12 vdb d dc, cs vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31, (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2688 and of the number of sincere and pious Souls in any age of the World? The Church of God from the beginning hath been either Jewish, or Christian. For the Jewish Church he that runneth may read it in the whole story of the Old Testament; and of the number of sincere and pious Souls in any age of the World? The Church of God from the beginning hath been either Jewish, or Christian. For the Jewish Church he that Runneth may read it in the Whole story of the Old Testament; cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vhz vbn d jp, cc np1. p-acp dt jp n1 pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2689 Moses makes a large recapitulation, Deut. 1. ch. 2. ch. 3, and ch. 4; and the very bent of his Discourse is to shew the eminent special Providences of God for them, above all other people and Nations upon the Earth. Moses makes a large recapitulation, Deuteronomy 1. changed. 2. changed. 3, and changed. 4; and the very bent of his Discourse is to show the eminent special Providences of God for them, above all other people and nations upon the Earth. np1 vvz dt j n1, np1 crd vvn. crd vvn. crd, cc vvn. crd; cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, p-acp d j-jn n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2691 After Christs coming and ascension, the Christian Church was formed, encompassed with Enemies on all hands; After Christ coming and Ascension, the Christian Church was formed, encompassed with Enemies on all hands; p-acp npg1 vvg cc n1, dt njp n1 vbds vvn, vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2693 they were at first under the power of the Romans, and in a few years utterly destroyed by them; they were At First under the power of the Roman, and in a few Years utterly destroyed by them; pns32 vbdr p-acp ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, cc p-acp dt d n2 av-j vvn p-acp pno32; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2694 but the Heathens over-spread the World. The Roman Empire was then in its glory; but the heathens overspread the World. The Roman Empire was then in its glory; cc-acp dt n2-jn j dt n1. dt njp n1 vbds av p-acp po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2695 They were full of Philosophers and learned men, to whom the Gospel appear'd no better than foolishness; They were full of Philosophers and learned men, to whom the Gospel appeared no better than foolishness; pns32 vbdr j pp-f n2 cc j n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvd dx jc cs n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2696 They were established and rooted in Idolatry, and very jealous of their Religion. They were established and rooted in Idolatry, and very jealous of their Religion. pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, cc av j pp-f po32 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2697 The Christian Church began with twelve men, most of them Fishermen: one indeed (a learned man) Paul was afterwards added to them: The Christian Church began with twelve men, most of them Fishermen: one indeed (a learned man) Paul was afterwards added to them: dt njp n1 vvd p-acp crd n2, ds pp-f pno32 n2: crd av (dt j n1) np1 vbds av vvn p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2698 What think you, must there not a great deal of special Providence be shewed to preserve this little flock? these few men sent out to, plant the Gospel over all the World; What think you, must there not a great deal of special Providence be showed to preserve this little flock? these few men sent out to, plant the Gospel over all the World; q-crq vvb pn22, vmb pc-acp xx dt j n1 pp-f j n1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1? d d n2 vvd av p-acp, vvb dt n1 p-acp d dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2699 that they should go, and in despight both of Jews and Gentiles, spread the Gospel over all the World. that they should go, and in despite both of jews and Gentiles, spread the Gospel over all the World. cst pns32 vmd vvi, cc p-acp n1 av-d pp-f np2 cc n2-j, vvb dt n1 p-acp d dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 139
2700 It is true, there were great persecutions, great havock made by the Enemies of the Church amongst them for three hundred years; It is true, there were great persecutions, great havoc made by the Enemies of the Church among them for three hundred Years; pn31 vbz j, a-acp vbdr j n2, j n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp crd crd n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2701 but this still evidenceth the more special Providence of God, watching over them, working with them; but this still Evidenceth the more special Providence of God, watching over them, working with them; cc-acp d av vvz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp pno32; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2702 that though they did what they could to blow out this light, and had all the power in the World on their side; that though they did what they could to blow out this Light, and had all the power in the World on their side; cst cs pns32 vdd q-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi av d n1, cc vhd d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2703 yet neither the Philosophers, and Orators of the World, with their Philosophy and Rhetorick, could argue and perswade the World from this New Doctrine; yet neither the Philosophers, and Orators of the World, with their Philosophy and Rhetoric, could argue and persuade the World from this New Doctrine; av av-d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2704 nor all the force and rage they could use, could fright the World from it, nor root it out of the World; nor all the force and rage they could use, could fright the World from it, nor root it out of the World; ccx d dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd vvi, vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, ccx vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2705 neither destroy all the Ministers, nor root out all the professors, but a number should be left in all places: neither destroy all the Ministers, nor root out all the professors, but a number should be left in all places: av-dx vvb d dt n2, ccx n1 av d dt n2, cc-acp dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2706 and after three hundred years, an Emperour should arise that should establish the Christian Religion, and make it obtain in all places. and After three hundred Years, an Emperor should arise that should establish the Christian Religion, and make it obtain in all places. cc p-acp crd crd n2, dt n1 vmd vvi cst vmd vvi dt njp n1, cc vvi pn31 vvi p-acp d n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2707 It is true, after this the Christian Church degenerated, admitted foul Heresies, Idolatry and Superstition; It is true, After this the Christian Church degenerated, admitted foul Heresies, Idolatry and Superstition; pn31 vbz j, c-acp d dt njp n1 vvn, vvn j n2, n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2708 and it became with the Christian Church, as it was with the Jewish Church in the days of Elijah, Prophets were hid in caves; and it became with the Christian Church, as it was with the Jewish Church in the days of Elijah, prophets were hid in caves; cc pn31 vvd p-acp dt njp n1, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt jp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2709 Elija complained he was left alone; Elijah complained he was left alone; np1 vvd pns31 vbds vvn av-j; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2710 yet God had his seven thousand in Israel that had not bowed the knee to Baal: yet God had his seven thousand in Israel that had not bowed the knee to Baal: av np1 vhd po31 crd crd p-acp np1 cst vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2711 nor kissed him with their lips. Antichristianism had so prevailed in the Christian Church; that the sincere and true Professors were few. nor kissed him with their lips. Antichristianism had so prevailed in the Christian Church; that the sincere and true Professors were few. ccx vvd pno31 p-acp po32 n2. np1 vhd av vvn p-acp dt njp n1; cst dt j cc j n2 vbdr d. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2712 A few in the valleys of Piedmont; A few in Germany, who stuck to the truth: A few in the valleys of Piedmont; A few in Germany, who stuck to the truth: dt d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; dt d p-acp np1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2732 The wise man tells us, That the Lord made all things for himself, Prov. 16.4. Indeed, if we wisely consider the thing, it must be so; The wise man tells us, That the Lord made all things for himself, Curae 16.4. Indeed, if we wisely Consider the thing, it must be so; dt j n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 vvd d n2 c-acp px31, np1 crd. np1, cs pns12 av-j vvb dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi av; (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2713 did it not argue a great and special Providence of God to watch over these few, keeping them, that they were not swallowed up by their numerous adversaries? Luther began the Reformation in Germany, and began it almost alone: did it not argue a great and special Providence of God to watch over these few, keeping them, that they were not swallowed up by their numerous Adversaries? Luther began the Reformation in Germany, and began it almost alone: vdd pn31 xx vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d d, vvg pno32, cst pns32 vbdr xx vvn a-acp p-acp po32 j n2? np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvd pn31 av av-j: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2714 One poor man against all the power of Rome: God preserved him alive, prospered his works in his hands. One poor man against all the power of Room: God preserved him alive, prospered his works in his hands. pi j n1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f vvi: np1 vvd pno31 j, vvd po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2715 Indeed this Doctrine of special Providence needeth no other proof, than what might be afforded it from the story of that great man; Indeed this Doctrine of special Providence needs no other proof, than what might be afforded it from the story of that great man; np1 d n1 pp-f j n1 vvz dx j-jn n1, cs q-crq vmd vbi vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2716 who considering what he did, and with what an undaunted spirit and courage he did it, lived almost every day by a Miracle, who considering what he did, and with what an undaunted Spirit and courage he did it, lived almost every day by a Miracle, r-crq vvg r-crq pns31 vdd, cc p-acp r-crq dt j n1 cc n1 pns31 vdd pn31, vvd av d n1 p-acp dt n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2717 and yet went down to the grave in peace in a good old age, like a shock of corn in its season (as Job speaketh). and yet went down to the grave in peace in a good old age, like a shock of corn in its season (as Job speaks). cc av vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j j n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp n1 vvz). (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2718 For particular instances of the special Providence of God towards particular Saints; For particular instances of the special Providence of God towards particular Saints; p-acp j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2719 the time would fail me to tell you the particular stories of Abraham. Jacob, Joseph, Daniel, David: the time would fail me to tell you the particular stories of Abraham. Jacob, Joseph, daniel, David: dt n1 vmd vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n2 pp-f np1. np1, np1, np1, np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2720 and there is hardly any child of God living, but will find it in the records of his own life, that hath been preserved more than other men. and there is hardly any child of God living, but will find it in the records of his own life, that hath been preserved more than other men. cc pc-acp vbz av d n1 pp-f np1 vvg, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, cst vhz vbn vvn av-dc cs j-jn n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2721 There is no truth more wrote with a Sun-beam, than this great truth of Special Providence is. There is no truth more wrote with a Sunbeam, than this great truth of Special Providence is. pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-dc vvd p-acp dt n1, cs d j n1 pp-f j n1 vbz. (15) sermon (DIV3) 281 Page 140
2722 Now if any man ask me the reason of it, it is enough to say, So it pleased God. God is free in these, Now if any man ask me the reason of it, it is enough to say, So it pleased God. God is free in these, av cs d n1 vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi, av pn31 vvd np1. np1 vbz j p-acp d, (15) sermon (DIV3) 282 Page 141
2723 as in other of his dispensations: but yet let me shew you the reasonableness of these more particular and special Providences. as in other of his dispensations: but yet let me show you the reasonableness of these more particular and special Providences. c-acp p-acp j-jn pp-f po31 n2: cc-acp av vvb pno11 vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d dc j cc j n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 282 Page 141
2724 1. It hath been an old Observation, That Gods Providence is most eminently exercised about the noblest of his Creatures, Angels, and Men: but I know not how to make this Notion out. 1. It hath been an old Observation, That God's Providence is most eminently exercised about the Noblest of his Creatures, Angels, and Men: but I know not how to make this Notion out. crd pn31 vhz vbn dt j n1, cst npg1 n1 vbz av-ds av-j vvn p-acp dt js pp-f po31 n2, n2, cc n2: cc-acp pns11 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi d n1 av. (15) sermon (DIV3) 283 Page 141
2725 The Angels are more noble creatures than men, spiritual substances, of vaster capacities; according to this observation they should be the more the objects of special Providence: The Angels Are more noble creatures than men, spiritual substances, of vaster capacities; according to this observation they should be the more the objects of special Providence: dt n2 vbr av-dc j n2 cs n2, j n2, pp-f jc n2; vvg p-acp d n1 pns32 vmd vbi dt av-dc dt n2 pp-f j n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 283 Page 141
2726 but I say, I doubt this. but I say, I doubt this. cc-acp pns11 vvb, pns11 vvb d. (15) sermon (DIV3) 283 Page 141
2727 I am sure there was one great act of special Providence, in which the Angels were not concerned: I am sure there was one great act of special Providence, in which the Angels were not concerned: pns11 vbm j pc-acp vbds pi j n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vbdr xx vvn: (15) sermon (DIV3) 283 Page 141
2728 Christ did not take upon him the nature of Angels, but the seed of Abraham. christ did not take upon him the nature of Angels, but the seed of Abraham. np1 vdd xx vvi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 283 Page 141
2729 2. But Secondly, Of the whole Creation Angels and Men are those creatures, whom in Creation he was pleased most to fit, 2. But Secondly, Of the Whole Creation Angels and Men Are those creatures, whom in Creation he was pleased most to fit, crd p-acp ord, pp-f dt j-jn n1 n2 cc n2 vbr d n2, r-crq p-acp n1 pns31 vbds vvn av-ds pc-acp vvi, (15) sermon (DIV3) 284 Page 141
2730 and capacitate for the great ends of his glory, for an active, designed, glorifying of his holy name. and capacitate for the great ends of his glory, for an active, designed, glorifying of his holy name. cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j, vvn, vvg pp-f po31 j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 284 Page 141
2731 Let me open this a little. 1. The great end of all the actions of God, is his own glory. Let me open this a little. 1. The great end of all the actions of God, is his own glory. vvb pno11 vvi d dt j. crd dt j n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz po31 d n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 284 Page 141
2754 The vile and wicked men of the world, that are rebels against God, yet give a glory to God. The vile and wicked men of the world, that Are rebels against God, yet give a glory to God. dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbr n2 p-acp np1, av vvi dt n1 p-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2733 every rational agent worketh for some end, and his reasonable nature constraineth him to work for the best end. God is the highest reasonable agent; every rational agent works for Some end, and his reasonable nature constrains him to work for the best end. God is the highest reasonable agent; d j n1 vvz p-acp d n1, cc po31 j n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n1. np1 vbz dt js j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2734 and as he can do nothing in vain, but for some end, so he cannot but act for a good end, and for the best end. Now this could be no other than himself, his own honour and glory: and as he can do nothing in vain, but for Some end, so he cannot but act for a good end, and for the best end. Now this could be no other than himself, his own honour and glory: cc c-acp pns31 vmb vdi pix p-acp j, cc-acp p-acp d n1, av pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt av-js n1. av d vmd vbi dx n-jn cs px31, po31 d n1 cc n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2735 so that as the Apostle saith of Gods swearing, because he could swear by no greater, he sware by himself: so that as the Apostle Says of God's swearing, Because he could swear by no greater, he sware by himself: av cst p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n2 vvg, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dx jc, pns31 vvd p-acp px31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2736 so we must say of Gods working; because he could work for no better, no higher end than his own glory, therefore he wrought for himself: so we must say of God's working; Because he could work for no better, no higher end than his own glory, Therefore he wrought for himself: av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f ng1 vvg; c-acp pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dx jc, av-dx jc n1 cs po31 d n1, av pns31 vvd p-acp px31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2737 whatsoever he did he did for his own honour and glory. Now (as I have said before), whatsoever he did he did for his own honour and glory. Now (as I have said before), r-crq pns31 vdd pno31 vdd p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. av (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn a-acp), (15) sermon (DIV3) 285 Page 141
2738 2. If we diligently consider it, God cannot be otherwise glorified by his Creatures, than by their praedication and publication of his honour and glory. 2. If we diligently Consider it, God cannot be otherwise glorified by his Creatures, than by their predication and publication of his honour and glory. crd cs pns12 av-j vvb pn31, np1 vmbx vbi av vvn p-acp po31 n2, cs p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 286 Page 141
2739 The essential glory of God is neither capable of augmentation, nor of diminution; no creature can add any thing unto that. Now look, The essential glory of God is neither capable of augmentation, nor of diminution; no creature can add any thing unto that. Now look, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz dx j pp-f n1, ccx pp-f n1; dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp d. av vvb, (15) sermon (DIV3) 286 Page 141
2740 Thirdly, As a man may be honoured mutely, or more livelily; so may God. For example. Thirdly, As a man may be honoured mutely, or more livelily; so may God. For Exampl. ord, c-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn av-j, cc av-dc av-j; av vmb np1. p-acp n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 141
2741 A Limner draweth a curious piece, which is exposed to view; he gets a great deal of honour, credit and repute by it: A Limner draws a curious piece, which is exposed to view; he gets a great deal of honour, credit and repute by it: dt n1 vvz dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vvi; pns31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2742 the Picture is a dead mute thing, and hath no voice to praise its maker by, the Picture is a dead mute thing, and hath no voice to praise its maker by, dt n1 vbz dt j j-jn n1, cc vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp, (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2743 nor any understanding or will to praise him from any intention, and design, and choice; yet it honoureth him: nor any understanding or will to praise him from any intention, and Design, and choice; yet it Honoureth him: ccx d n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n1, cc n1, cc n1; av pn31 vvz pno31: (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2744 the Workmanship and Art of it gives the Limner a repute to all that view it. the Workmanship and Art of it gives the Limner a repute to all that view it. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vvz dt n1 dt n1 p-acp d cst vvb pn31. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2745 We will now suppose this Limner to have two Sons, both excellently bred up in Arts and Sciences, &c. but the one a rude debaucht fellow, rebellious to his father, yet a man of parts; We will now suppose this Limner to have two Sons, both excellently bred up in Arts and Sciences, etc. but the one a rude debauched fellow, rebellious to his father, yet a man of parts; pns12 vmb av vvi d n1 pc-acp vhi crd n2, av-d av-j vvn a-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, av p-acp dt pi dt j j-vvn n1, j p-acp po31 n1, av dt n1 pp-f n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2746 and as he sheweth his breeding and education upon any subject, he honoureth his Father. and as he shows his breeding and education upon any Subject, he Honoureth his Father. cc c-acp pns31 vvz po31 n-vvg cc n1 p-acp d n-jn, pns31 vvz po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2747 But the other Son is dutiful, loves his Parent, makes it his business to commend him to all: But the other Son is dutiful, loves his Parent, makes it his business to commend him to all: p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz j, vvz po31 n1, vvz pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d: (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2748 you will say, That this Limner, though he receiveth some honour from his mute and dead Picture, you will say, That this Limner, though he receives Some honour from his mute and dead Picture, pn22 vmb vvi, cst d n1, cs pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 j-jn cc j n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2749 and some honour from his rude and rebellious Son, yet the dutiful Son is he who bringeth most honour and repute to the Father. and Some honour from his rude and rebellious Son, yet the dutiful Son is he who brings most honour and repute to the Father. cc d n1 p-acp po31 j cc j n1, av dt j n1 vbz pns31 r-crq vvz av-ds n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2750 This is the case betwixt God and his Creatures; This is the case betwixt God and his Creatures; d vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2751 God hath made the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, the Earth, the Seas; the Whales, the Lions, God hath made the Sun, the Moon, the Stars, the Earth, the Seas; the Whale's, the Lions, np1 vhz vvn dt n1, dt n1, dt n2, dt n1, dt n2; dt n2, dt n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2752 and Elephants, the Eagles, the little Silk-worms: all these are pieces of the Divine Workmanship, all give honour and glory to God; and Elephants, the Eagles, the little Silkworms: all these Are Pieces of the Divine Workmanship, all give honour and glory to God; cc n2, dt n2, dt j n2: d d vbr n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, d vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp np1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2753 but it is done mutely and passively. but it is done mutely and passively. cc-acp pn31 vbz vdn av-j cc av-j. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2755 The structure of their bodies, the endowments of their minds, honour God, who made them, and gave them those excellent features, qualities and endowments. The structure of their bodies, the endowments of their minds, honour God, who made them, and gave them those excellent features, qualities and endowments. dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, n1 np1, r-crq vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32 d j n2, n2 cc n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2756 God useth them (some of their vile and malitious actions) to bring about his wise and glorious ends; God uses them (Some of their vile and malicious actions) to bring about his wise and glorious ends; np1 vvz pno32 (n1 pp-f po32 j cc j n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j cc j n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2757 but God doth but, as it were, extort his glory from them: but God does but, as it were, extort his glory from them: cc-acp np1 vdz p-acp, c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2758 But now, the people of God, out of choice, and design, and by a voluntary act and constant study give honour and glory to him. Obedience is better than sacrifice; But now, the people of God, out of choice, and Design, and by a voluntary act and constant study give honour and glory to him. obedience is better than sacrifice; cc-acp av, dt n1 pp-f np1, av pp-f n1, cc n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc j n1 vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. n1 vbz jc cs n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2759 doing of his will is more acceptable to him than burnt-offerings. doing of his will is more acceptable to him than Burnt offerings. vdg pp-f po31 n1 vbz av-dc j p-acp pno31 cs n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2760 The glory God hath in Heaven from Angels, and the Souls of just men made perfect, is from their voluntary praising of him, and doing of his will: The glory God hath in Heaven from Angels, and the Souls of just men made perfect, is from their voluntary praising of him, and doing of his will: dt n1 np1 vhz p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc dt n2 pp-f j n2 vvd j, vbz p-acp po32 j-jn vvg pp-f pno31, cc vdg pp-f po31 n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2761 therefore we pray, Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Now I pray observe, Therefore we pray, Thy will be done in Earth, as it is in Heaven. Now I pray observe, av pns12 vvb, po21 n1 vbi vdn p-acp n1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1. av pns11 vvb vvi, (15) sermon (DIV3) 287 Page 142
2762 Fourthly, Angels and men are the only creatures capable of an active, voluntary, designed, glorifying of God: Fourthly, Angels and men Are the only creatures capable of an active, voluntary, designed, glorifying of God: ord, n2 cc n2 vbr dt j n2 j pp-f dt j, j-jn, vvn, vvg pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 142
2763 The Heavens, and in them the Sun, the Moon, the Stars glorifie God, but they know it not; The Heavens, and in them the Sun, the Moon, the Stars Glorify God, but they know it not; dt n2, cc p-acp pno32 dt n1, dt n1, dt n2 vvi np1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pn31 xx; (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 142
2764 they are inanimate creatures, not capable of knowledg. The brute creatures act not from any principle of reason, they have no rational nature; they Are inanimate creatures, not capable of knowledge. The brutus creatures act not from any principle of reason, they have no rational nature; pns32 vbr j n2, xx j pp-f n1. dt n1 n2 vvi xx p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb dx j n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 142
2765 and though God hath glory from them, yet it is not from any principle within them: and though God hath glory from them, yet it is not from any principle within them: cc cs np1 vhz n1 p-acp pno32, av pn31 vbz xx p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32: (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 143
2766 so that Angels and Men being rational Beings, have a further capacity to serve the Lords great end in bringing glory to God, than all the Inanimate Creatures; so that Angels and Men being rational Beings, have a further capacity to serve the lords great end in bringing glory to God, than all the Inanimate Creatures; av d n2 cc n2 vbg j n2, vhb dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 j n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1, cs d dt j n2; (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 143
2767 yea, than all the vegetative or sensitive Creatures in the World. yea, than all the vegetative or sensitive Creatures in the World. uh, cs d dt j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 288 Page 143
2768 Fifthly, Amongst men, The whole Church of God in the general, is that body of people, where there is any voluntary glorifying of God: Fifthly, among men, The Whole Church of God in the general, is that body of people, where there is any voluntary glorifying of God: ord, p-acp n2, dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz d n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz d j-jn vvg pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2769 Psal. 29.9, In his temple doth every one speak of his glory. The whole visible Church bringeth an active glory to God: Psalm 29.9, In his temple does every one speak of his glory. The Whole visible Church brings an active glory to God: np1 crd, p-acp po31 n1 vdz d pi vvb pp-f po31 n1. dt j-jn j n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2770 it is the Pillar upon which his Proclamations of truth and grace are hung forth to the view of the World: it is the Pillar upon which his Proclamations of truth and grace Are hung forth to the view of the World: pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc vvb vbr vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2771 Psal. 76.1, His name is great in Israel. Psalm 76.1, His name is great in Israel. np1 crd, po31 n1 vbz j p-acp np1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2772 In the Church, whether in truth or in sincerity, all men glorifie God by a professed subjection to his Ordinances, In the Church, whither in truth or in sincerity, all men Glorify God by a professed subjection to his Ordinances, p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, d n2 vvi np1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2773 and an outward owning of him. Sixthly, But Lastly, God is most eminently glorified by his Saints. and an outward owning of him. Sixthly, But Lastly, God is most eminently glorified by his Saints. cc dt j vvg pp-f pno31. j, cc-acp ord, np1 vbz ds av-j vvn p-acp po31 n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 289 Page 143
2774 1. They do it most heartily, steadily, and fully. What hypocrites do they do in a meer shew and outward appearance. 1. They do it most heartily, steadily, and Fully. What Hypocrites do they do in a mere show and outward appearance. crd pns32 vdb pn31 av-ds av-j, av-j, cc av-j. q-crq n2 vdb pns32 vdb p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2775 As they glory in appearance, so they glorifie God but in appearance, from the teeth outward, as we say; As they glory in appearance, so they Glorify God but in appearance, from the teeth outward, as we say; p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1, av pns32 vvi np1 cc-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 j, c-acp pns12 vvb; (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2776 there is nothing of heart, design, and choice in it: they indeed glorifie God, but we may say of their honouring and glorifying of God, there is nothing of heart, Design, and choice in it: they indeed Glorify God, but we may say of their honouring and glorifying of God, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31: pns32 av vvi np1, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po32 vvg cc vvg pp-f np1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2777 as the Prophet said, Isa. 10.7, of Assyria's serving God, Howbeit he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart think so; as the Prophet said, Isaiah 10.7, of Assyria's serving God, Howbeit he means not so, neither does his heart think so; c-acp dt n1 vvd, np1 crd, pp-f npg1 vvg np1, a-acp pns31 vvz xx av, av-dx vdz po31 n1 vvi av; (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2778 but it is the godly mans choice, design, study, and he doth it more steadily: the hypocrite is in and out; he glorifieth God one hour, by confessing his sins, putting up prayers to him, reading his word, singing his praise, but it is the godly men choice, Design, study, and he does it more steadily: the hypocrite is in and out; he Glorifieth God one hour, by confessing his Sins, putting up Prayers to him, reading his word, singing his praise, p-acp pn31 vbz dt j ng1 n1, n1, n1, cc pns31 vdz pn31 av-dc av-j: dt n1 vbz p-acp cc av; pns31 vvz n1 crd n1, p-acp vvg po31 n2, vvg a-acp n2 p-acp pno31, vvg po31 n1, vvg po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2779 and spits in the face of God the next hour, by swearing, and cursing, and blaspheming, by drunkenness and disobedience; and spits in the face of God the next hour, by swearing, and cursing, and blaspheming, by Drunkenness and disobedience; cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt ord n1, p-acp vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, p-acp n1 cc n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2780 and the godly man glorifieth God most fully: the hypocrites action is but the action of his outward man; he doth not glorifie God as the godly man doth in body, and mind, and spirit. and the godly man Glorifieth God most Fully: the Hypocrites actium is but the actium of his outward man; he does not Glorify God as the godly man does in body, and mind, and Spirit. cc dt j n1 vvz np1 av-ds av-j: dt n2 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1; pns31 vdz xx vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 vdz p-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 291 Page 143
2781 2. Godly men glorifie God sincerely: so do no hypocrites, no formal professors. All hypocrites aim at themselves, they do what they do, (as our Saviour said of the Pharisees), NONLATINALPHABET, to be seen of men: 2. Godly men Glorify God sincerely: so do not Hypocrites, no formal professors. All Hypocrites aim At themselves, they do what they do, (as our Saviour said of the Pharisees),, to be seen of men: crd j n2 vvi np1 av-j: av vdb xx n2, dx j n2. d n2 vvb p-acp px32, pns32 vdb r-crq pns32 vdb, (p-acp po12 n1 vvd pp-f dt np1),, pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 292 Page 143
2782 the godly man driveth no such designs, nor hath a squint-eye in his actions, which appear to be directed to the glory of God: the godly man drives no such designs, nor hath a squint-eye in his actions, which appear to be directed to the glory of God: dt j n1 vvz dx d n2, ccx vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (15) sermon (DIV3) 292 Page 143
2783 the glory of God is the first, the main of his design. the glory of God is the First, the main of his Design. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt ord, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 292 Page 143
2784 3. Lastly, The godly man is he alone whom the Lord hath set apart for himself; 3. Lastly, The godly man is he alone whom the Lord hath Set apart for himself; crd ord, dt j n1 vbz pns31 j r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn av p-acp px31; (15) sermon (DIV3) 293 Page 144
2785 whom he intendeth to take up into Heaven to pursue the great end of his glory to all eternity. whom he intends to take up into Heaven to pursue the great end of his glory to all eternity. r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 293 Page 144
2786 Now the glory of God, being the great end to which he directeth all the general and particular acts, both of his preserving, and of his Governing-Providence; Now the glory of God, being the great end to which he directeth all the general and particular acts, both of his preserving, and of his Governing-Providence; av dt n1 pp-f np1, vbg dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d dt n1 cc j n2, d pp-f po31 n-vvg, cc pp-f po31 n1; (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2787 it from hence appeareth exceeding reasonable, that Providence should work both in preserving and in governing the world by these different degrees, it from hence appears exceeding reasonable, that Providence should work both in preserving and in governing the world by these different Degrees, pn31 p-acp av vvz vvg j, cst n1 vmd vvi d p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d j n2, (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2788 and with these Specialties which I have shewed you. and with these Specialties which I have showed you. cc p-acp d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22. (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2789 God is more glorified by men, than either by inanimate creatures, or by any vegetative or sensitive creatures. God is more glorified by men, than either by inanimate creatures, or by any vegetative or sensitive creatures. np1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp n2, cs d p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d j cc j n2. (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2790 More by that body of men called his Church, than by Heathens amongst whom his name is not known. More by that body of men called his Church, than by heathens among whom his name is not known. n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 vvd po31 n1, cs p-acp n2-jn p-acp ro-crq po31 n1 vbz xx vvn. (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2791 More yet by godly men, whom he hath set apart for himself, and who steadily, designedly, heartily, sincerely set themselves to pursue the great design of his glory, More yet by godly men, whom he hath Set apart for himself, and who steadily, designedly, heartily, sincerely Set themselves to pursue the great Design of his glory, dc av p-acp j n2, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn av p-acp px31, cc r-crq av-j, av-j, av-j, av-j vvn px32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2792 than by any hypocrites and formal professors: than by any Hypocrites and formal professors: cs p-acp d n2 cc j n2: (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2793 therefore it is but reasonable, they should in their degrees be cared for, preserved and governed by God in a more special and eminent manner. Therefore it is but reasonable, they should in their Degrees be cared for, preserved and governed by God in a more special and eminent manner. av pn31 vbz p-acp j, pns32 vmd p-acp po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp, vvn cc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2870 Then the waters had over-whelmed us, the proud waters had gone over our souls. Then the waters had overwhelmed us, the proud waters had gone over our Souls. av dt n2 vhd j pno12, dt j n2 vhd vvn p-acp po12 n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2794 But I shall add no more to the Doctrinal part of this discourse. The Application still remains for the subject of further discourse. But I shall add no more to the Doctrinal part of this discourse. The Application still remains for the Subject of further discourse. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. dt n1 av vvz p-acp dt n-jn pp-f jc n1. (15) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 144
2795 SERMON XI. 1 Cor IX. 9. Doth God take care for Oxen? I Am come now to the Application of my former Discourse. SERMON XI. 1 Cor IX. 9. Does God take care for Oxen? I Am come now to the Application of my former Discourse. n1 crd. vvn np1 crd. crd vdz n1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? pns11 vbm vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 294 Page 145
2796 You have heard that God doth not only exercise some general acts of Providence in the preservation and government of all his creatures, but some special acts of Providence, in the preservation and government of some creatures in a more particular and eminent manner. You have herd that God does not only exercise Some general acts of Providence in the preservation and government of all his creatures, but Some special acts of Providence, in the preservation and government of Some creatures in a more particular and eminent manner. pn22 vhb vvn cst np1 vdz xx av-j vvi d j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po31 n2, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2797 Though God doth take a care for Oxen, yet he doth not take such a care for Oxen as he doth for Angels, for men, and amongst the children of men, particularly for the members of his Church, Though God does take a care for Oxen, yet he does not take such a care for Oxen as he does for Angels, for men, and among the children of men, particularly for the members of his Church, cs np1 vdz vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, av pns31 vdz xx vvi d dt vvb p-acp n2 c-acp pns31 vdz p-acp n2, p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2798 and amongst them for such as are not so only in an external visible profession, but in truth and sincerity; and among them for such as Are not so only in an external visible profession, but in truth and sincerity; cc p-acp pno32 p-acp d c-acp vbr xx av av-j p-acp dt j j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2799 they are under the highest Specialties and care of Divine Providence. they Are under the highest Specialties and care of Divine Providence. pns32 vbr p-acp dt js n2 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2800 The Doctrine of Gods Special Providence concerning Angels, and mankind in the general, and the Polities and Societies of men, I much passed over. The Doctrine of God's Special Providence Concerning Angels, and mankind in the general, and the Polities and Societies of men, I much passed over. dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 vvg n2, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, pns11 av-d vvn a-acp. (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2801 The former being much a secret to us, and not much concerning us: The former being much a secret to us, and not much Concerning us: dt j vbg av-d dt j-jn p-acp pno12, cc xx av-d vvg pno12: (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2802 and my Discourse being not amongst Heathens, but to a Congregation, which universally is within the pale of the visible Church. I therefore most enlarged upon the Specialties of Divine Providence (as you know) with reference to the Church of God, and those in it who truly fear God; and my Discourse being not among heathens, but to a Congregation, which universally is within the pale of the visible Church. I Therefore most enlarged upon the Specialties of Divine Providence (as you know) with Referente to the Church of God, and those in it who truly Fear God; cc po11 n1 vbg xx p-acp n2-jn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-j vbz p-acp dt j pp-f dt j n1. pns11 av av-ds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 (c-acp pn22 vvb) p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d p-acp pn31 r-crq av-j vvb np1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2803 accordingly I shall sute my Application. accordingly I shall suit my Application. av-vvg pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 295 Page 145
2804 In the first place, Let this instruct all that hear me this day in the Reason, That God hath this day a Church in the world: In the First place, Let this instruct all that hear me this day in the Reason, That God hath this day a Church in the world: p-acp dt ord n1, vvb d vvi d cst vvb pno11 d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vhz d n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 145
2805 and also confirm them, that notwithstanding all the appearances of hostility against it, yet God will have a Church to the end of the world. and also confirm them, that notwithstanding all the appearances of hostility against it, yet God will have a Church to the end of the world. cc av vvi pno32, cst p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31, av np1 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2806 Whoso considereth the Church of God this day, especially the Reformed Church, and looks back upon it, Whoso Considereth the Church of God this day, especially the Reformed Church, and looks back upon it, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 d n1, av-j dt vvn n1, cc vvz av p-acp pn31, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2807 even from the commencement of its Reformation, cannot but fancy it, as Noahs Ark in the midst of raging waters, every moment threatning to swallow it up; even from the commencement of its Reformation, cannot but fancy it, as Noahs Ark in the midst of raging waters, every moment threatening to swallow it up; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmbx p-acp vvi pn31, c-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, d n1 vvg pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2808 like Moses his ark of Bulrushes, ready to be washed away at the return of every tide; like Moses his Ark of Bulrushes, ready to be washed away At the return of every tide; av-j np1 po31 n1 pp-f n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2809 like the Burning bush which Moses saw all on fire, yet not consumed. You shall find the Reason why it is not so in the 46 Psalm (a Psalm which Luther was wont often to call for in his troublesom time); like the Burning bush which Moses saw all on fire, yet not consumed. You shall find the Reason why it is not so in the 46 Psalm (a Psalm which Luther was wont often to call for in his troublesome time); av-j dt vvg n1 r-crq np1 vvd d p-acp n1, av xx vvn. pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz xx av p-acp dt crd n1 (dt n1 r-crq np1 vbds vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp po31 j n1); (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2810 God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble, Ver. 5, God is in the midst of her: God is our refuge and strength, a present help in trouble, Ver. 5, God is in the midst of her: np1 vbz po12 n1 cc n1, dt j n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2811 The Lord of Hosts is with her; the God of Jacob is our refuge: he breaketh the bow, he cutteth the spear in sunder; The Lord of Hosts is with her; the God of Jacob is our refuge: he breaks the bow, he cutteth the spear in sunder; dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po31; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz po12 n1: pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp av; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2812 he burneth the chariots in the fire. Papists call for Miracles, as a Note of the true Church; see here a Miracle: he burns the chariots in the fire. Papists call for Miracles, as a Note of the true Church; see Here a Miracle: pns31 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n1. njp2 vvb p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; vvb av dt n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2813 Was it not a Miracle that Luther, a poor Friar, renouncing his former Superstition, and bidding an open defiance to the Pope and the whole power of Rome, in such a time when all the World was admiring, Was it not a Miracle that Luther, a poor Friar, renouncing his former Superstition, and bidding an open defiance to the Pope and the Whole power of Room, in such a time when all the World was admiring, vbds pn31 xx dt n1 cst np1, dt j n1, vvg po31 j n1, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvi, p-acp d dt n1 c-crq d dt n1 vbds vvg, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2814 or fearing the Beast, and so boldly and freely opposing himself to them, as he did, or fearing the Beast, and so boldly and freely opposing himself to them, as he did, cc vvg dt n1, cc av av-j cc av-j vvg px31 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns31 vdd, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2815 and falling upon them in a point of profit, should not only go through all his bold attempts, and die in peace; and falling upon them in a point of profit, should not only go through all his bold attempts, and die in peace; cc vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd xx av-j vvi p-acp d po31 j n2, cc vvi p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2816 but also draw unto him so many learned men, and prevail so far amongst the people, but also draw unto him so many learned men, and prevail so Far among the people, cc-acp av vvi p-acp pno31 av d j n2, cc vvi av av-j p-acp dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2817 as that in very many, if not in most parts of Germany, the Doctrine of the Gospel should prevail, the Mass and Popish worship should be abolished, as that in very many, if not in most parts of Germany, the Doctrine of the Gospel should prevail, the Mass and Popish worship should be abolished, c-acp cst p-acp av d, cs xx p-acp ds n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi, dt n1 cc j n1 vmd vbi vvn, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2818 and the Truth contrary to the Doctrine of Rome should be received? Was there not a special Providence (think you) watched over them? Next to the preservation of the Apostles, and the Truth contrary to the Doctrine of Room should be received? Was there not a special Providence (think you) watched over them? Next to the preservation of the Apostles, cc dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb vmd vbi vvn? vbds pc-acp xx dt j n1 (vvi pn22) vvd p-acp pno32? ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2819 and the succeeding of them to the first plantation of the Gospel in the World, there hath not been a more eminent and conspicuous work of special and miraculous Providence than in Gods preserving and succeeding the works of Reformation; and the succeeding of them to the First plantation of the Gospel in the World, there hath not been a more eminent and conspicuous work of special and miraculous Providence than in God's preserving and succeeding the works of Reformation; cc dt j-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vhz xx vbn dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f j cc j n1 cs p-acp ng1 n-vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2820 by which the Doctrine of Christ, and Worship instituted by him, was restored in a great measure to that Primitive integrity and purity, which the great Lord of the Gospel first instituted. by which the Doctrine of christ, and Worship instituted by him, was restored in a great measure to that Primitive integrity and purity, which the great Lord of the Gospel First instituted. p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n1, r-crq dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 ord vvn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2821 And a due meditation of this Doctrine of special Providence, may also secure the hearts of the people of God against their fears, And a due meditation of this Doctrine of special Providence, may also secure the hearts of the people of God against their fears, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j n1, vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2822 for the prevailing of the Churches enemies against it. for the prevailing of the Churches enemies against it. p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2823 Their fears can arise but from the prospect of the multitude, and rage of the Churches enemies: Their fears can arise but from the prospect of the multitude, and rage of the Churches enemies: po32 n2 vmb vvi cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n2: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 146
2824 and their judgment is but a judgment of probability, made from the more common and ordinary workings of Providence: and their judgement is but a judgement of probability, made from the more Common and ordinary workings of Providence: cc po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n2 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2825 but this judgment proceeds upon a false Hypothesis, viz. That Gods way of Providence as to his Church, is but an ordinary road, but this judgement proceeds upon a false Hypothesis, viz. That God's Way of Providence as to his Church, is but an ordinary road, cc-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1 cst ng1 n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, vbz p-acp dt j n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2826 and such as he keepeth towards other men. Now this is false; God in his workings for his Church, keepeth not the beaten road of his Providence. and such as he Keepeth towards other men. Now this is false; God in his workings for his Church, Keepeth not the beaten road of his Providence. cc d c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp j-jn n2. av d vbz j; np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, vvz xx dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2827 Zion hath a special Providence, watching over it: Zion hath a special Providence, watching over it: np1 vhz dt j n1, vvg p-acp pn31: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2828 The eyes of the Lord are upon it from one end of the year to the other. The eyes of the Lord Are upon it from one end of the year to the other. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp pn31 p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2829 Canaan is the Land that God careth for; God is known in the places of his Church for a refuge; Canaan is the Land that God Careth for; God is known in the places of his Church for a refuge; np1 vbz dt n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp; np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2830 For lo the Kings were assembled, they passed by together; they saw it, and so they marvelled, they were troubled and hasted away: For lo the Kings were assembled, they passed by together; they saw it, and so they marveled, they were troubled and hasted away: c-acp uh dt n2 vbdr vvn, pns32 vvd p-acp av; pns32 vvd pn31, cc av pns32 vvd, pns32 vbdr vvn cc vvd av: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2831 Fear took hold upon them there, and pain as on a woman in travel. Psalm 48.3, 4, 5, 6, God will establish it for ever. fear took hold upon them there, and pain as on a woman in travel. Psalm 48.3, 4, 5, 6, God will establish it for ever. n1 vvd vvi p-acp pno32 a-acp, cc n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2832 Ver. 8, Watch about Sion (saith the Psalmist) and go round about her; tell the towers thereof: Ver. 8, Watch about Sion (Says the Psalmist) and go round about her; tell the towers thereof: np1 crd, vvb p-acp np1 (vvz dt n1) cc vvb av-j p-acp pno31; vvb dt n2 av: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2833 mark you well her bulwarks, consider her palaces, that you may tell it to the generations following: mark you well her bulwarks, Consider her palaces, that you may tell it to the generations following: vvb pn22 av po31 n2, vvb po31 n2, cst pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 vvg: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2834 for this God is our God for ever, and ever: he will be our guide until death. for this God is our God for ever, and ever: he will be our guide until death. c-acp d np1 vbz po12 n1 c-acp av, cc av: pns31 vmb vbi po12 n1 c-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2835 We have lived to see as bold and impudent attaques made upon the Church, as to that part of it that hath been studious of the stricter and severer practice of Holiness, We have lived to see as bold and impudent attacks made upon the Church, as to that part of it that hath been studious of the Stricter and severer practice of Holiness, pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi c-acp j cc j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31 cst vhz vbn j pp-f dt jc cc jc n1 pp-f n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2836 as possibly later ages have known. as possibly later ages have known. c-acp av-j jc n2 vhb vvn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2837 If Christians could have been swagger'd and hector'd out of the practice of Holiness, or jeer'd and drolled out of it; If Christians could have been swaggered and hectored out of the practice of Holiness, or jeered and drolled out of it; cs np1 vmd vhi vbn vvn cc vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn cc j av pp-f pn31; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2838 or threatned and frighted, or cudgel'd out of it, there have been arguments enough of this nature used: or threatened and frighted, or cudgeled out of it, there have been Arguments enough of this nature used: cc vvd cc vvn, cc vvn av pp-f pn31, pc-acp vhi vbn n2 d pp-f d n1 vvd: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2839 but how little have they done? how few are less in love with the good, but how little have they done? how few Are less in love with the good, cc-acp q-crq av-j vhb pns32 vdn? c-crq d vbr av-dc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2840 and holy ways of God than before? Having therefore so many great and precious Promises for the preservation of the Church, and holy ways of God than before? Having Therefore so many great and precious Promises for the preservation of the Church, cc j n2 pp-f np1 cs a-acp? vhg av av d j cc j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2841 and God exercising a special care for it, and keeping it under a special tutelage; and God exercising a special care for it, and keeping it under a special tutelage; cc np1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2842 Let us not fear, but believe that God (as the Psalmist saith) will establish it for ever. Let us not Fear, but believe that God (as the Psalmist Says) will establish it for ever. vvb pno12 xx vvi, cc-acp vvb d np1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2843 Let us therefore look off creature-appearances and humane-probabilities. The Church is a burning-bush, and hath been so from the very first plantation of it: Let us Therefore look off creature-appearances and humane-probabilities. The Church is a burning-bush, and hath been so from the very First plantation of it: vvb pno12 av vvi a-acp n2 cc n2. dt n1 vbz dt n1, cc vhz vbn av p-acp dt av ord n1 pp-f pn31: (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2844 but we see it is not consumed, because God is in the midst of it. but we see it is not consumed, Because God is in the midst of it. cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vbz xx vvn, c-acp np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2845 Remember this, That the Church liveth not upon an ordinary, common, general Providence, but upon a special peculiar Providence; watching over it, and caring for it. remember this, That the Church lives not upon an ordinary, Common, general Providence, but upon a special peculiar Providence; watching over it, and caring for it. np1 d, cst dt n1 vvz xx p-acp dt j, j, j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1; vvg p-acp pn31, cc vvg p-acp pn31. (16) sermon (DIV3) 296 Page 147
2846 In the next place, this may serve to shew you your duty: every one to observe the special Providences that attend your lives. In the next place, this may serve to show you your duty: every one to observe the special Providences that attend your lives. p-acp dt ord n1, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 po22 n1: d pi pc-acp vvi dt j n2 cst vvb po22 n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 147
2847 There is an observation of the more general Providence of God in upholding and governing the World; which is our duty, There is an observation of the more general Providence of God in upholding and governing the World; which is our duty, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg dt n1; r-crq vbz po12 n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 147
2848 and a very sweet and advantageous piece of duty; (but this I shall hereafter further press upon you). and a very sweet and advantageous piece of duty; (but this I shall hereafter further press upon you). cc dt j j cc j n1 pp-f n1; (cc-acp d pns11 vmb av av-j vvi p-acp pn22). (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2849 That which I would speak a few words to here, is the observation of the special Providence of God relating to you. What the Psalmist saith of the observations of Providence more generally, Psalm 107, the last verse; That which I would speak a few words to Here, is the observation of the special Providence of God relating to you. What the Psalmist Says of the observations of Providence more generally, Psalm 107, the last verse; d r-crq pns11 vmd vvi dt d n2 p-acp av, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pn22. q-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 av-dc av-j, n1 crd, dt ord n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2850 Whoso observeth these things is wise, and he shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord, is eminently true. Whoso observeth these things is wise, and he shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord, is eminently true. r-crq vvz d n2 vbz j, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av-j j. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2851 Here it speaks, 1. A Spiritual wisdom. 2. It will be of great use to make us understand the loving kindness of the Lord. Here it speaks, 1. A Spiritual Wisdom. 2. It will be of great use to make us understand the loving kindness of the Lord. av pn31 vvz, crd dt j n1. crd pn31 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2852 Observe the special Providences of God towards his Church; his Church in former ages, his Church in our present age: Observe the special Providences of God towards his Church; his Church in former ages, his Church in our present age: vvb dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1; po31 n1 p-acp j n2, po31 n1 p-acp po12 j n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2853 you will by those observations be able to make up a judgment what man is like to do against it; you will by those observations be able to make up a judgement what man is like to do against it; pn22 vmb p-acp d n2 vbb j pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 q-crq n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vdi p-acp pn31; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2854 and what God is like yet to do for that body of people that come under that Notion: and what God is like yet to do for that body of people that come under that Notion: cc r-crq n1 vbz av-j av pc-acp vdi p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cst vvb p-acp d n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2855 nay, you will be able to go a great way in making up a Judgment, who they are that make up the true Church of God; nay, you will be able to go a great Way in making up a Judgement, who they Are that make up the true Church of God; uh-x, pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1, r-crq pns32 vbr cst vvb a-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2856 even those upon whom the Eye of God is most, and for whom his Arm is most stretched out; even those upon whom the Eye of God is most, and for whom his Arm is most stretched out; av d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds, cc p-acp ro-crq po31 n1 vbz av-ds vvn av; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2857 not in this or that particular act, but in a continued series and course of strange preservations. not in this or that particular act, but in a continued series and course of strange preservations. xx p-acp d cc d j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n2 cc n1 pp-f j n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2858 There is, and indeed always hath been a great dispute in the World, which is the true Church of God. There is, and indeed always hath been a great dispute in the World, which is the true Church of God. pc-acp vbz, cc av av vhz vbn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2859 The Jews arrogated the honour to themselves; and indeed there was a time when none could claim with them: The jews arrogated the honour to themselves; and indeed there was a time when none could claim with them: dt np2 vvn dt n1 p-acp px32; cc av a-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq pix vmd vvi p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2860 but the Apostle amply declareth their rejection, and the Gentiles ingraffing. but the Apostle amply Declareth their rejection, and the Gentiles Engrafting. cc-acp dt n1 av-j vvz po32 n1, cc dt n2-j n-vvg. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2861 But though it be certain now, that the Church of God is made up of those that were Gentiles; yet as several Sects and parties have risen up amongst them, But though it be certain now, that the Church of God is made up of those that were Gentiles; yet as several Sects and parties have risen up among them, p-acp cs pn31 vbb j av, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f d cst vbdr n2-j; av p-acp j n2 cc n2 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2862 so they have had an ambition still to arrogate this Name to themselves. The Arians would be the only Church; so they have had an ambition still to arrogate this Name to themselves. The Arians would be the only Church; av pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp px32. dt n2 vmd vbi dt j n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2863 since that, the Papists: the Protestants think they have the best claim, and great disputes there are for this Honourable Title. I will not say this will determine the cause, since that, the Papists: the Protestants think they have the best claim, and great disputes there Are for this Honourable Title. I will not say this will determine the cause, c-acp d, dt njp2: dt n2 vvb pns32 vhb dt js n1, cc j vvz pc-acp vbr p-acp d j n1. pns11 vmb xx vvi d vmb vvi dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2864 but it will go a great way. but it will go a great Way. cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2865 That body of people professing Christ, against whom the gates of Hell cannot prevail, Matth. 16.18. In the midst of which God appears to be by a more special powerful Protection, keeping it that it shall not fall. That body of people professing christ, against whom the gates of Hell cannot prevail, Matthew 16.18. In the midst of which God appears to be by a more special powerful Protection, keeping it that it shall not fallen. cst n1 pp-f n1 vvg np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 vmbx vvi, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt av-dc j j n1, vvg pn31 cst pn31 vmb xx vvi. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2866 Psalm 46.5, That people which the Lord keepeth and watereth every moment, lest any should hurt it, keeping it night and day, Isa. 27.3. That people round about whom the Lord is as the mountains are round about Jerusalem. Psalm 46.5, That people which the Lord Keepeth and Waters every moment, lest any should hurt it, keeping it night and day, Isaiah 27.3. That people round about whom the Lord is as the Mountains Are round about Jerusalem. np1 crd, cst n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz cc vvz d n1, cs d vmd vvi pn31, vvg pn31 n1 cc n1, np1 crd. cst n1 av-j p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n2 vbr av-j p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2867 Psalm 125, v. 2, Who can say, as Psalm 124, If it had not been the Lord who was on our side: Psalm 125, v. 2, Who can say, as Psalm 124, If it had not been the Lord who was on our side: np1 crd, n1 crd, r-crq vmb vvi, c-acp n1 crd, cs pn31 vhd xx vbn dt n1 r-crq vbds p-acp po12 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2868 If it had not been the Lord, who was on our side: If it had not been the Lord, who was on our side: cs pn31 vhd xx vbn dt n1, r-crq vbds p-acp po12 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 148
2869 when men rose up against us, then they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled against us: when men rose up against us, then they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled against us: c-crq n2 vvd a-acp p-acp pno12, cs pns32 vhd vvn pno12 a-acp j, c-crq po32 n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno12: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2871 I say, that people amongst those that lay claim to the honourable Title of the Church of God, seem to have the best claim; I say, that people among those that lay claim to the honourable Title of the Church of God, seem to have the best claim; pns11 vvb, cst n1 p-acp d cst vvd n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pc-acp vhi dt js n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2872 for it is the Church for which God exerciseth a special Providence: I will not say, This alone will prove any party the true Christian Church; for it is the Church for which God Exerciseth a special Providence: I will not say, This alone will prove any party the true Christian Church; c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt j n1: pns11 vmb xx vvi, d av-j vmb vvi d n1 dt j njp n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2873 but where-ever we see a people professing faith in Jesus Christ, holding the Doctrine of the Gospel; but wherever we see a people professing faith in jesus christ, holding the Doctrine of the Gospel; cc-acp j pns12 vvb dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp np1 np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2874 crying, To the Law and to the Testimony for the trial of her Doctrine, Worship and Discipline, and God watching over this people, strangely preserving, multiplying and encreasing them; crying, To the Law and to the Testimony for the trial of her Doctrine, Worship and Discipline, and God watching over this people, strangely preserving, multiplying and increasing them; vvg, p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1 cc n1, cc np1 vvg p-acp d n1, av-j vvg, j-vvg cc n-vvg pno32; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2875 using the ministry of his Word amongst them, to convert and build up Souls, delivering them in a constant series and succession of Providence from their Enemies, far more and more mighty than they are, we may join our selves to them: using the Ministry of his Word among them, to convert and built up Souls, delivering them in a constant series and succession of Providence from their Enemies, Far more and more mighty than they Are, we may join our selves to them: vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi cc vvi a-acp n2, vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, av-j av-dc cc av-dc j cs pns32 vbr, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2876 The anointed of the Lord, the Church of the true and living God is doubtless before us. The anointed of the Lord, the Church of the true and living God is doubtless before us. dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j-vvg np1 vbz av-j p-acp pno12. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2877 Though these special Providences will not make an argument alone, yet they are a far better argument than the Popish pedegree they pretend to in a succession from St. Peter, or Antiquity, or their pretended Ʋnity, or Miracles, indeed rather to be called lying wonders. I know no promises of these things to the Church to the end of the World; Though these special Providences will not make an argument alone, yet they Are a Far better argument than the Popish pedigree they pretend to in a succession from Saint Peter, or Antiquity, or their pretended Ʋnity, or Miracles, indeed rather to be called lying wonders. I know no promises of these things to the Church to the end of the World; cs d j n2 vmb xx vvi dt n1 av-j, av pns32 vbr dt av-j jc n1 cs dt j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 np1, cc n1, cc po32 vvd n1, cc n2, av av-c pc-acp vbi vvn vvg n2. pns11 vvb dx n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2878 but I know many promises for special Providence attending them. but I know many promises for special Providence attending them. cc-acp pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp j n1 vvg pno32. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2879 And certainly, that Body of Christian people called Protestants: I mean, that people in all the parts of the World, that are now called by that name (for the name beareth date but from the German Reformation): but I say, that Body of people united in their Doctrine and Worship, can lay the fairest claim to this of any others. And Certainly, that Body of Christian people called Protestants: I mean, that people in all the parts of the World, that Are now called by that name (for the name bears date but from the Germane Reformation): but I say, that Body of people united in their Doctrine and Worship, can lay the Fairest claim to this of any Others. cc av-j, cst n1 pp-f np1 n1 vvn n2: pns11 vvb, cst n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vbr av vvn p-acp d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 cc-acp p-acp dt j n1): cc-acp pns11 vvb, cst n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, vmb vvi dt js n1 p-acp d pp-f d n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2880 No people hath been more strangely preserved than they: witness those in the valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne, and Bohemia; none more strangely preserved, No people hath been more strangely preserved than they: witness those in the valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne, and Bohemia; none more strangely preserved, dx n1 vhz vbn av-dc av-j vvn cs pns32: vvb d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, cc np1; pix av-dc av-j vvn, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2881 nor whose number hath been more strangely encreased, nor their Doctrines more strangely prevailed. A Christian by observing which way special Providence hath most moved, may get much wisdom, nor whose number hath been more strangely increased, nor their Doctrines more strangely prevailed. A Christian by observing which Way special Providence hath most moved, may get much Wisdom, ccx r-crq n1 vhz vbn av-dc av-j vvn, ccx po32 n2 av-dc av-j vvn. dt njp p-acp vvg r-crq n1 j n1 vhz av-ds j-vvn, vmb vvi d n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2882 and much help himself in making a judgment which is the true Church. and much help himself in making a judgement which is the true Church. cc av-d vvi px31 p-acp vvg dt n1 r-crq vbz dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2883 2. Yea, and he may also much help himself in judging of those in the World, who are the true Saints and people of God; 2. Yea, and he may also much help himself in judging of those in the World, who Are the true Saints and people of God; crd uh, cc pns31 vmb av av-d vvi px31 p-acp vvg pp-f d p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr dt j n2 cc n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2884 who they are that dwell in the secret of the most High, as the Psalmist speaketh; who they Are that dwell in the secret of the most High, as the Psalmist speaks; r-crq pns32 vbr d vvb p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt av-ds j, p-acp dt n1 vvz; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2885 for they generally abide under the more particular shadow of the Almighty. for they generally abide under the more particular shadow of the Almighty. c-acp pns32 av-j vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 149
2920 they spontaneously, perpetually, and without ceasing give honour and glory to God, and do his will; they spontaneously, perpetually, and without ceasing give honour and glory to God, and do his will; pns32 av-j, av-j, cc p-acp vvg vvb n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, cc vdb po31 n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2886 It is true, there are some rare instances of persons that walk close with God, whom yet God followeth with a series of severe Providences; such an instance was Job, and such particular instances we see in our time, to let us know, that outward prosperity is not the Saints portion: It is true, there Are Some rare instances of Persons that walk close with God, whom yet God follows with a series of severe Providences; such an instance was Job, and such particular instances we see in our time, to let us know, that outward Prosperity is not the Saints portion: pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbr d j n2 pp-f n2 cst vvb av-j p-acp np1, ro-crq av np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2; d dt n1 vbds np1, cc d j n2 pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, cst j n1 vbz xx dt ng1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2887 God hath provided some better things for his people. God hath provided Some better things for his people. np1 vhz vvn d jc n2 p-acp po31 n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2888 But take now any considerable number of people in any City or Place, that (so far as we can judg) walk more close with God, But take now any considerable number of people in any city or Place, that (so Far as we can judge) walk more close with God, cc-acp vvb av d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1, cst (av av-j c-acp pns12 vmb vvb) vvb av-dc av-j p-acp np1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2889 and in a more strict observation of his law than others do; and in a more strict observation of his law than Others do; cc p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cs n2-jn vdb; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2890 and oppose these to a like number of persons in that place, that give a liberty to their lusts, and oppose these to a like number of Persons in that place, that give a liberty to their Lustiest, cc vvb d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1, cst vvb dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2891 and walk by no such rule: and walk by no such Rule: cc vvi p-acp dx d n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2892 and observe number for number, who are most under the special Providence of God, preserving them from dangers and in dangers; and observe number for number, who Are most under the special Providence of God, preserving them from dangers and in dangers; cc vvb n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbr av-ds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg pno32 p-acp n2 cc p-acp n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2893 who are most blessed with special Providences, as to length of life, health, &c. you will remember, that I told you, we must abate for particular instances of Gods own people, whom he picks out, to make examples of saith and patience, who Are most blessed with special Providences, as to length of life, health, etc. you will Remember, that I told you, we must abate for particular instances of God's own people, whom he picks out, to make Examples of Says and patience, r-crq vbr av-ds vvn p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1, av pn22 vmb vvi, cst pns11 vvd pn22, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f n2 d n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz av, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f vvz cc n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2894 and to be his witnesses unto the world in a time of trial. and to be his Witnesses unto the world in a time of trial. cc pc-acp vbi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2895 Who observeth not how strangely God preserveth and blesseth some people that fear him, and walk closely with him? and I do believe the observation will justifie it self, concerning any considerable number of such persons compared with a like number of others. Who observeth not how strangely God Preserveth and Blesses Some people that Fear him, and walk closely with him? and I do believe the observation will justify it self, Concerning any considerable number of such Persons compared with a like number of Others. q-crq vvz xx c-crq av-j np1 vvz cc vvz d n1 cst vvb pno31, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31? cc pns11 vdb vvi dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1, vvg d j n1 pp-f d n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2896 So that although none can conclude himself, or herself, a child of God, from some particular special Providence, no not from a series and course of them; So that although none can conclude himself, or herself, a child of God, from Some particular special Providence, no not from a series and course of them; av cst cs pi vmb vvi px31, cc px31, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j j n1, uh-dx xx p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2897 yet where men and women walk close with God, Gods special Providences attending them, will much evidence, yet where men and women walk close with God, God's special Providences attending them, will much evidence, av c-crq n2 cc n2 vvb av-j p-acp np1, npg1 j n2 vvg pno32, vmb d n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2898 even to others, that they are not hypocritical in their professions. even to Others, that they Are not hypocritical in their professions. av p-acp n2-jn, cst pns32 vbr xx j p-acp po32 n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 297 Page 150
2899 2. But secondly, The observation of Gods special Providences towards our persons, our families, our Church, will much make us to understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. The love of our friend to us is not seen so much in some acts of his goodness, which others experience as much as we, 2. But secondly, The observation of God's special Providences towards our Persons, our families, our Church, will much make us to understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. The love of our friend to us is not seen so much in Some acts of his Goodness, which Others experience as much as we, crd p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp po12 n2, po12 n2, po12 n1, vmb av-d vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno12 vbz xx vvn av av-d p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq n2-jn n1 c-acp d c-acp pns12, (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2900 as in some special things, which he doth for us, and doth not, or will not do for others. as in Some special things, which he does for us, and does not, or will not do for Others. c-acp p-acp d j n2, r-crq pns31 vdz p-acp pno12, cc vdz xx, cc vmb xx vdi p-acp n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2901 The observation therefore of special Providence helps much to affect our hearts with the love of God. The observation Therefore of special Providence helps much to affect our hearts with the love of God. dt n1 av pp-f j n1 vvz av-d pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2902 God in trying our love to him saith to us, What do you do more than others? and as our love to God is so tried, God in trying our love to him Says to us, What do you do more than Others? and as our love to God is so tried, np1 p-acp vvg po12 n1 p-acp pno31 vvz p-acp pno12, q-crq vdb pn22 vdb av-dc cs n2-jn? cc p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1 vbz av vvn, (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2903 so Gods love to us is so evidenced: this is that which hath always set the hearts of the people of God admiring God. so God's love to us is so evidenced: this is that which hath always Set the hearts of the people of God admiring God. av n2 vvb p-acp pno12 vbz av vvn: d vbz d r-crq vhz av vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2904 This was that which set the Psalmist upon admiring Gods goodness to mankind, Psal. 8.4, What is man that thou art mindful of him, This was that which Set the Psalmist upon admiring God's Goodness to mankind, Psalm 8.4, What is man that thou art mindful of him, d vbds d r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp vvg npg1 n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, q-crq vbz n1 cst pns21 vb2r j pp-f pno31, (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 150
2905 or the Son of man that thou shouldest remember him? If you read on, you will see, that which affected the Psalmist, was Gods special Providences to man, making him little lower than the Angels, cloathing him with glory and honour, putting all things under his feet, &c. This made David understand the loving kindness of the Lord, 1 Sam. 7.18, Who am I, O Lord, or the Son of man that thou Shouldst Remember him? If you read on, you will see, that which affected the Psalmist, was God's special Providences to man, making him little lower than the Angels, clothing him with glory and honour, putting all things under his feet, etc. This made David understand the loving kindness of the Lord, 1 Sam. 7.18, Who am I, Oh Lord, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31? cs pn22 vvb a-acp, pn22 vmb vvi, cst r-crq vvd dt n1, vbds npg1 j n2 p-acp n1, vvg pno31 av-j av-jc cs dt n2, n1 pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, vvg d n2 p-acp po31 n2, av np1 vvd np1 vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd, q-crq vbm pns11, uh n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2906 and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? and this was yet a small thing in thy sight, O Lord. and what is my house that thou hast brought me hitherto? and this was yet a small thing in thy sighed, Oh Lord. cc r-crq vbz po11 n1 cst pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 av? cc d vbds av dt j n1 p-acp po21 n1, uh n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2907 God aggravates our sins from the special Providences he hath blessed us with; God aggravates our Sins from the special Providences he hath blessed us with; np1 vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp; (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2908 as in the case of David, 2 Sam. 12. and Saul. Moses argueth the Israelites to duty from Gods special Providences to them, in the four first Chapters of Deuteronomy: nothing makes us so much as them to understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. as in the case of David, 2 Sam. 12. and Saul. Moses argue the Israelites to duty from God's special Providences to them, in the four First Chapters of Deuteronomy: nothing makes us so much as them to understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd cc np1. np1 vvz dt np1 p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 j n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt crd ord n2 pp-f np1: pix vvz pno12 av av-d c-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2909 Oh therefore observe, consider what God hath done, and what he daily doth for you more than others; O Therefore observe, Consider what God hath done, and what he daily does for you more than Others; uh av vvb, vvb r-crq np1 vhz vdn, cc r-crq pns31 av-j vdz p-acp pn22 av-dc cs n2-jn; (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2910 preserving your lives, your health, blessing you in your relations, and estates, and trades, prospering and succeeding you in your undertakings; preserving your lives, your health, blessing you in your relations, and estates, and trades, prospering and succeeding you in your undertakings; vvg po22 n2, po22 n1, vvg pn22 p-acp po22 n2, cc n2, cc n2, vvg cc vvg pn22 p-acp po22 n2-vvg; (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2911 above all, what he hath done for your souls more than for the souls of others, plucking you as brands out of the fire, snatching you (as the Angels did Lot ) out of Sodom. above all, what he hath done for your Souls more than for the Souls of Others, plucking you as brands out of the fire, snatching you (as the Angels did Lot) out of Sodom. p-acp d, r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po22 n2 av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, vvg pn22 c-acp vvz av pp-f dt n1, vvg pn22 (c-acp dt n2 vdd n1) av pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 298 Page 151
2912 3. Lastly, This observation of special Providence, will more eminently engage and quicken you to duty. God expects it from you, 3. Lastly, This observation of special Providence, will more eminently engage and quicken you to duty. God expects it from you, crd ord, d n1 pp-f j n1, vmb av-dc av-j vvi cc vvb pn22 p-acp n1. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp pn22, (16) sermon (DIV3) 299 Page 151
2913 as you may see by Moses his discourse to the Israelites in the four or five first Chapters of Deuteronomy; and you will find your hearts more enlarged in duty from the sense, and apprehension of them. as you may see by Moses his discourse to the Israelites in the four or five First Chapters of Deuteronomy; and you will find your hearts more enlarged in duty from the sense, and apprehension of them. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 po31 n1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt crd cc crd ord n2 pp-f np1; cc pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 av-dc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32. (16) sermon (DIV3) 299 Page 151
2914 But of this more under the next branch of Application. Secondly, This Doctrine of special Providence calleth upon all mankind in general; But of this more under the next branch of Application. Secondly, This Doctrine of special Providence calls upon all mankind in general; p-acp pp-f d dc p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1. ord, d n1 pp-f j n1 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 299 Page 151
2915 that part of them which make up the Church of God more especially; that part of them which make up the Church of God more especially; cst n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dc av-j; (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2916 and yet more particularly, those that fear the Lord, for more special homage and duty to God: and yet more particularly, those that Fear the Lord, for more special homage and duty to God: cc av av-dc av-j, d d vvb dt n1, p-acp av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2917 those gradations, you know, I observed in special Providence. those gradations, you know, I observed in special Providence. d n2, pn22 vvb, pns11 vvd p-acp j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2918 The objects, the general objects of it, I told you, were Angels and Men. I baulked the discourse of Gods special Providence in the preservation and Government of the good Angels; as that the particulars of which we know little of: The objects, the general objects of it, I told you, were Angels and Men. I balked the discourse of God's special Providence in the preservation and Government of the good Angels; as that the particulars of which we know little of: dt n2, dt j n2 pp-f pn31, pns11 vvd pn22, vbdr ng1 cc n2. pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2; p-acp cst dt n2-j pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb j pp-f: (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2919 so neither are they those to whom we are to preach, neither do those blessed Spirits need any of our exhortations: so neither Are they those to whom we Are to preach, neither do those blessed Spirits need any of our exhortations: av d vbr pns32 d p-acp ro-crq pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi, av-dx vdb d j-vvn n2 vvb d pp-f po12 n2: (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2921 and this in a degree proportioned to that special Providence, by which they are both preserved and governed. and this in a degree proportioned to that special Providence, by which they Are both preserved and governed. cc d p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-d vvn cc vvn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2922 We are bid to pray, that we might be able on earth to do the will of God, as it is done in heaven: We Are bid to pray, that we might be able on earth to do the will of God, as it is done in heaven: pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz vdn p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2923 it is to men, to the sons and daughters of men, that I am to speak. it is to men, to the Sons and daughters of men, that I am to speak. pn31 vbz p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, cst pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi. (16) sermon (DIV3) 300 Page 151
2924 1. Let all the sons and daughters of men then praise God, and glorifie him in a degree proportioned to that special Providence which God exerciseth toward them in general. 1. Let all the Sons and daughters of men then praise God, and Glorify him in a degree proportioned to that special Providence which God Exerciseth towards them in general. crd vvb d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 av n1 np1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2925 You will say, what is that? I answer in the general, It is more than that which God exerciseth towards any degree of creatures that is beneath them. You will say, what is that? I answer in the general, It is more than that which God Exerciseth towards any degree of creatures that is beneath them. pn22 vmb vvi, r-crq vbz d? pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dc cs d r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 cst vbz p-acp pno32. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2926 There are three orders of creatures beneath man. 1. Such as have only Being, no life, as the Earth, the Waters, &c. 2. Such as have Being and life, but no sense, There Are three order of creatures beneath man. 1. Such as have only Being, no life, as the Earth, the Waters, etc. 2. Such as have Being and life, but no sense, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1. crd d c-acp vhb j vbg, dx n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n2, av crd d c-acp vhb vbg cc n1, p-acp dx n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2927 as berbs and plants. 3. Such as have Being, and life, and sense, but no reason, as beasts, birds, fishes, creeping things; as berbs and plants. 3. Such as have Being, and life, and sense, but no reason, as beasts, Birds, Fish, creeping things; c-acp n2 cc n2. crd d c-acp vhb vbg, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp dx n1, p-acp n2, n2, n2, vvg n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2928 of all these God taketh a care, as I have before shewed you: of all these God Takes a care, as I have before showed you: pp-f d d np1 vvz dt n1, c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2929 but doth God take care for Oxen? (saith the Apostle in my Text), God exerciseth a more particular special Providence for all the children of men than for any of these. but does God take care for Oxen? (Says the Apostle in my Text), God Exerciseth a more particular special Providence for all the children of men than for any of these. cc-acp vdz np1 vvi n1 p-acp n2? (vvz dt n1 p-acp po11 n1), np1 vvz dt av-dc j j n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2 cs p-acp d pp-f d. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2930 Then certainly every man is obliged to honour and glorifie God more than these do. There is none of these but glorifieth God in its kind: Then Certainly every man is obliged to honour and Glorify God more than these doe. There is none of these but Glorifieth God in its kind: av av-j d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc vvi np1 av-dc cs d n1. pc-acp vbz pix pp-f d p-acp vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2931 The Heavens declare his glory; The little Bee and Silk-worm glorifieth God as they are his workmanship, The Heavens declare his glory; The little be and Silkworm Glorifieth God as they Are his workmanship, dt n2 vvi po31 n1; dt j vbi cc n1 vvz np1 c-acp pns32 vbr po31 n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2932 and indued with excellent qualities which speak the infinite wisdom of God: and endued with excellent qualities which speak the infinite Wisdom of God: cc vvn p-acp j n2 r-crq vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2933 every spire of grass glorifies God as it sheweth it self to the world, and challengeth all the art of men to make such a thing. every spire of grass Glorifies God as it shows it self to the world, and Challengeth all the art of men to make such a thing. d n1 pp-f n1 vvz np1 c-acp pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2934 Nay, these inanimate and brute creatures use all the faculties and qualities with which they were created, to the end for which God indued them with them. Alas! Nay, these inanimate and brutus creatures use all the faculties and qualities with which they were created, to the end for which God endued them with them. Alas! uh-x, d j cc n1 n2 vvb d dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd pno32 p-acp pno32. np1! (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2935 the best of men come much short, none liveth and sinneth not. the best of men come much short, none lives and Sinneth not. dt js pp-f n2 vvb d j, pix vvz cc vvz xx. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2936 None lives who useth not some of the faculties which God hath given him for his honour and glory, to his disservice and dishonour. None lives who uses not Some of the faculties which God hath given him for his honour and glory, to his disservice and dishonour. pix vvz r-crq vvz xx d pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2937 Wherein then can man live up to the special Providence, that watcheth over, preserveth, and governeth him? I answer, In the voluntary directions of his words, thoughts, Wherein then can man live up to the special Providence, that watches over, Preserveth, and Governs him? I answer, In the voluntary directions of his words, thoughts, c-crq av vmb n1 vvi a-acp p-acp dt j n1, cst vvz a-acp, vvz, cc vvz pno31? pns11 vvb, p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n2, n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2938 and actions to the glory of God. This no creature but man can do; and actions to the glory of God. This no creature but man can do; cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. d dx n1 p-acp n1 vmb vdi; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2939 they have no reasonable souls, they act meerly ex necessitate naturae, according to the necessity of nature imposed upon them by the Law of creation: they have no reasonable Souls, they act merely ex necessitate naturae, according to the necessity of nature imposed upon them by the Law of creation: pns32 vhb dx j n2, pns32 vvi av-j fw-la n1 fw-la, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2940 God indeed hath an honour from every man, as he is created in the image of God, God indeed hath an honour from every man, as he is created in the image of God, np1 av vhz dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2941 and is a noble and glorious creature. One man may more speak the praises of God than another, and is a noble and glorious creature. One man may more speak the praises of God than Another, cc vbz dt j cc j n1. crd n1 vmb av-dc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 cs j-jn, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2942 as he is indued with a greater wit or wisdom, hath more dexterity, sagacity, more excellent parts than another; as he is endued with a greater wit or Wisdom, hath more dexterity, sagacity, more excellent parts than Another; c-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt jc n1 cc n1, vhz dc n1, n1, av-dc j n2 cs j-jn; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2943 but while the poor creatures heart is not right-set, and bent, and directed to the glory of God; but while the poor creatures heart is not right-set, and bent, and directed to the glory of God; cc-acp cs dt j ng1 n1 vbz xx j, cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2944 wherein doth he more than an Element, or a brute Beast? that man only in this excelleth a Stone, wherein does he more than an Element, or a brutus Beast? that man only in this excels a Stone, q-crq vdz pns31 av-dc cs dt n1, cc dt n1 n1? cst n1 av-j p-acp d vvz dt n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2945 or a brute Beast, that with purpose of heart, out of choice, and designedly honoureth God: or a brutus Beast, that with purpose of heart, out of choice, and designedly Honoureth God: cc dt n1 n1, cst p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f n1, cc av-j vvz np1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 152
2946 and quotus quisque est, how rare is the man in the world that sets his heart to bring God glory by his manlike actions. and Quotus Quisque est, how rare is the man in the world that sets his heart to bring God glory by his manlike actions. cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, c-crq j vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 n1 p-acp po31 j n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2947 God hath indeed an accidental glory by most mens actions; God hath indeed an accidental glory by most men's actions; np1 vhz av dt j n1 p-acp ds ng2 n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2948 but it is rather to be said, that God is glorified by them, than that they glorifie God: but it is rather to be said, that God is glorified by them, than that they Glorify God: cc-acp pn31 vbz av-c pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, cs cst pns32 vvi np1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2949 Now what a sad reflection this is for a wicked man to think, that his horse more glorifies God than he doth. Now what a sad reflection this is for a wicked man to think, that his horse more Glorifies God than he does. av q-crq dt j n1 d vbz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n1 dc vvz np1 cs pns31 vdz. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2950 There's no man liveth, but partaketh more of a special Providence than any other creature, not of his order: There's no man lives, but partaketh more of a special Providence than any other creature, not of his order: pc-acp|vbz dx n1 vvz, cc-acp vvz dc pp-f dt j n1 cs d j-jn n1, xx pp-f po31 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2951 certainly God expects from all of you, some service proportionable to this particular Providence. Certainly God expects from all of you, Some service proportionable to this particular Providence. av-j np1 vvz p-acp d pp-f pn22, d n1 j p-acp d j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2952 Say to your selves sometimes, What do I more for God than the flower of my Garden? the grass in my field, the beast in my stall? and see if the answer of your souls, to such a Question, will not reflect a shame upon you. Say to your selves sometime, What do I more for God than the flower of my Garden? the grass in my field, the beast in my stall? and see if the answer of your Souls, to such a Question, will not reflect a shame upon you. np1 p-acp po22 n2 av, q-crq vdb pns11 av-dc p-acp np1 cs dt n1 pp-f po11 n1? dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, dt n1 p-acp po11 n1? cc vvb cs dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, p-acp d dt n1, vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2953 O study your special Providences, and live up to them: remember, that where God hath given much he expects much. O study your special Providences, and live up to them: Remember, that where God hath given much he expects much. sy vvb po22 j n2, cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno32: vvb, cst c-crq np1 vhz vvn d pns31 vvz d. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2954 But rest not here, do not only study the special Providences which you are under, But rest not Here, do not only study the special Providences which you Are under, p-acp n1 xx av, vdb xx av-j vvi dt j n2 r-crq pn22 vbr p-acp, (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2955 as men, and which are common to all men with your selves, or to the most of men with your selves; as men, and which Are Common to all men with your selves, or to the most of men with your selves; c-acp n2, cc q-crq vbr j p-acp d n2 p-acp po22 n2, cc p-acp dt ds pp-f n2 p-acp po22 n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2956 but observe, and study also the particular Providences that have followed you, for which God expecteth a return. but observe, and study also the particular Providences that have followed you, for which God Expects a return. cc-acp vvb, cc vvi av dt j n2 cst vhb vvn pn22, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2957 It may be you have more wit, more wisdom than others, you have a greater dexterity in business: It may be you have more wit, more Wisdom than Others, you have a greater dexterity in business: pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vhb dc n1, dc n1 cs n2-jn, pn22 vhb dt jc n1 p-acp n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2958 God hath better provided for you, given you a better estate, more comforts in your relations, &c. Oh live up to these Specialties of Providence: God hath better provided for you, given you a better estate, more comforts in your relations, etc. O live up to these Specialties of Providence: np1 vhz jc vvn p-acp pn22, vvn pn22 dt jc n1, dc n2 p-acp po22 n2, av uh vvb a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2959 you will expect it from those to whom you have at any time done any good: you will expect it from those to whom you have At any time done any good: pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn22 vhb p-acp d n1 vdn d j: (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2960 you are mistaken if you think that God doth not expect it from you. you Are mistaken if you think that God does not expect it from you. pn22 vbr vvn cs pn22 vvb cst np1 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. (16) sermon (DIV3) 301 Page 153
2961 2. This more especially calleth to you, who are the members of the visible Church, for a more special consecration and dedication of your selves unto God. 2. This more especially calls to you, who Are the members of the visible Church, for a more special consecration and dedication of your selves unto God. crd np1 av-dc av-j vvz p-acp pn22, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 pp-f po22 n2 p-acp np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2963 many special Promises are made to it, and that is the body of people of the world whom God careth for: many special Promises Are made to it, and that is the body of people of the world whom God Careth for: d j vvz vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp: (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2964 see then what a particular obligation lieth upon all professors, all members of the visible Church, to give God honour and glory. see then what a particular obligation lies upon all professors, all members of the visible Church, to give God honour and glory. vvb av q-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp d n2, d n2 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi np1 n1 cc n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2965 You are the only people in the world, to whom the Oracles of God are committed; You Are the only people in the world, to whom the Oracles of God Are committed; pn22 vbr dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn; (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2966 you are the pillar of truth; you are those who do alone enjoy the Ordinances of God: you Are the pillar of truth; you Are those who do alone enjoy the Ordinances of God: pn22 vbr dt n1 pp-f n1; pn22 vbr d r-crq vdb av-j vvi dt n2 pp-f np1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2967 you are the people in the midst of whom God dwelleth, upon whom the eye of God is from one end of the year to the other. you Are the people in the midst of whom God dwells, upon whom the eye of God is from one end of the year to the other. pn22 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2968 Certainly there lies an high obligation upon you to honour God more than others. God hath done infinitely more for you than for Heathens. Certainly there lies an high obligation upon you to honour God more than Others. God hath done infinitely more for you than for heathens. av-j a-acp vvz dt j n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 np1 av-dc cs n2-jn. np1 vhz vdn av-j n1 p-acp pn22 cs p-acp n2-jn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 153
2969 Now what a shame it is that an Heathen should out-doe you in any thing; Now what a shame it is that an Heathen should outdo you in any thing; av q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz d dt j-jn vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2970 yet give me leave to tell you, that while you only do some actions that are materially good, not formally and truly, many Heathens have done as much as you. yet give me leave to tell you, that while you only do Some actions that Are materially good, not formally and truly, many heathens have done as much as you. av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cst cs pn22 av-j vdb d n2 cst vbr av-jn j, xx av-j cc av-j, d n2-jn vhb vdn c-acp d c-acp pn22. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2971 An Heathen may do, and many of them have done, and that with some good intention, actions materially good, that is, such things as God commanded. an Heathen may do, and many of them have done, and that with Some good intention, actions materially good, that is, such things as God commanded. dt j-jn vmb vdi, cc d pp-f pno32 vhb vdn, cc cst p-acp d j n1, n2 av-jn j, cst vbz, d n2 c-acp np1 vvd. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2972 Many of them have been eminent instances of moral vertue, Justice, charity, temperance, liberality, &c. many of them have professed to love vertue for the sake of vertue. Many of them have been eminent instances of moral virtue, justice, charity, temperance, liberality, etc. many of them have professed to love virtue for the sake of virtue. av-d pp-f pno32 vhb vbn j n2 pp-f j n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, av d pp-f pno32 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2973 Wherein can you excel them? but by doing actions which are formally good, designing Gods glory, acting in obedience to Gods will, regulating your selves as to the manner by Gods word: Wherein can you excel them? but by doing actions which Are formally good, designing God's glory, acting in Obedience to God's will, regulating your selves as to the manner by God's word: q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno32? cc-acp p-acp vdg n2 r-crq vbr av-j j, vvg npg1 n1, vvg p-acp n1 p-acp n2 vmb, vvg po22 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1: (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2974 you have the word, the Gospel of God, oh how reasonable it is that our conversation should be as becomes the Gospel of Christ! you have the word, the Gospel of God, o how reasonable it is that our Conversation should be as becomes the Gospel of christ! pn22 vhb dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, uh q-crq j pn31 vbz d po12 n1 vmd vbi c-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1! (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2975 The Heathen else that lives up to his light of nature out-does us, and it will (as our Saviour tells us) be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of Judgment than for us. The Heathen Else that lives up to his Light of nature outdoes us, and it will (as our Saviour tells us) be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon in the day of Judgement than for us. dt j-jn av cst vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno12, cc pn31 vmb (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pno12) vbb av-dc j p-acp n1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs p-acp pno12. (16) sermon (DIV3) 302 Page 154
2976 3. But Lastly, Let the Saints of God see what an obligation, to all manner of duty and holiness, lies upon their souls: 3. But Lastly, Let the Saints of God see what an obligation, to all manner of duty and holiness, lies upon their Souls: crd p-acp ord, vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb r-crq dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvz p-acp po32 n2: (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2977 they are the most special objects of special Providence. God takes more care for all men, they Are the most special objects of special Providence. God Takes more care for all men, pns32 vbr dt av-ds j n2 pp-f j n1. np1 vvz dc n1 p-acp d n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2978 than for Oxen, or for the grass of the field; than for Oxen, or for the grass of the field; cs p-acp n2, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2979 he exerciseth a more special Providence for that body of people which make up his visible Church, he Exerciseth a more special Providence for that body of people which make up his visible Church, pns31 vvz dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb a-acp po31 j n1, (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2980 than for all the earth besides: than for all the earth beside: cs p-acp d dt n1 a-acp: (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2981 but yet what is that special Providence which God exerciseth for meer formal professors, or for any other men in the world, in comparison of what they have experienced! but yet what is that special Providence which God Exerciseth for mere formal professors, or for any other men in the world, in comparison of what they have experienced! cc-acp av q-crq vbz d j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp j j n2, cc p-acp d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb vvn! (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
3001 and the workings of his Providence for your preservation and deliverance than for others: and the workings of his Providence for your preservation and deliverance than for Others: cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc n1 cs p-acp n2-jn: (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
2982 Any thing of more special distinguishing Grace, is a great Specialty of Providence, and that in the best and highest sort of good things, viz. those which concern the salvation of the Soul. Oh, what doth God expect? what doth God require from you? what should you do more than others? More particularly, This Doctrine of special Providence calls to you, Any thing of more special distinguishing Grace, is a great Specialty of Providence, and that in the best and highest sort of good things, viz. those which concern the salvation of the Soul. O, what does God expect? what does God require from you? what should you do more than Others? More particularly, This Doctrine of special Providence calls to you, d n1 pp-f dc j j-vvg n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc cst p-acp dt js cc js n1 pp-f j n2, n1 d r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 uh, q-crq vdz np1 vvi? q-crq vdz np1 vvi p-acp pn22? q-crq vmd pn22 vdi dc cs n2-jn? av-dc av-jn, d n1 pp-f j n1 vvz p-acp pn22, (16) sermon (DIV3) 303 Page 154
2983 1. For more extraordinary degrees of Love. 2. For more special acts of Faith. 1. For more extraordinary Degrees of Love. 2. For more special acts of Faith. crd p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1. crd p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 154
2984 1. For more eminent degrees of Love, Psal. 31.23, O Love you the Lord, all you his Saints, 1. For more eminent Degrees of Love, Psalm 31.23, Oh Love you the Lord, all you his Saints, crd p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, np1 crd, uh vvb pn22 dt n1, d pn22 po31 n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 154
2985 for the Lord preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. for the Lord Preserveth the faithful, and plentifully Rewardeth the proud doer. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j, cc av-j vvz dt j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 154
2986 Reason argueth thus with us, that the reciprocations of our love ought to bear proportion to love received. Reason argue thus with us, that the reciprocations of our love ought to bear proportion to love received. n1 vvz av p-acp pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1 vvn. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 154
2987 If (saith our Saviour) you love them that love you, what reward have you? the law of nature commandeth us to love, If (Says our Saviour) you love them that love you, what reward have you? the law of nature commands us to love, cs (vvz po12 n1) pn22 vvb pno32 cst vvb pn22, q-crq n1 vhb pn22? dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi, (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2988 and by actions of kindness and duty to express our love to them who have expressed their kindness to us: and by actions of kindness and duty to express our love to them who have expressed their kindness to us: cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vhb vvn po32 n1 p-acp pno12: (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2989 and the same reason requires the reciprocations of love to be proportionable. and the same reason requires the reciprocations of love to be proportionable. cc dt d n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi j. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2990 God therefore declaring especial love to you, you are bounden in a special duty to him. God Therefore declaring especial love to you, you Are bounden in a special duty to him. np1 av vvg j n1 p-acp pn22, pn22 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2991 Let our Saviours question be often in your thoughts, What do you do more than others? If you for whom God hath sent his Son to dye, Let our Saviors question be often in your thoughts, What do you do more than Others? If you for whom God hath sent his Son to die, vvb po12 ng1 n1 vbb av p-acp po22 n2, q-crq vdb pn22 vdb av-dc cs n2-jn? cs pn22 p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2992 and into whose hearts he hath sent his Spirit, the Spirit of Adoption, Supplication, Consolation, and whom the Lord hath from the womb watched over and preserved by a more special peculiar Providence, bearing you as upon Eagles Wings, and into whose hearts he hath sent his Spirit, the Spirit of Adoption, Supplication, Consolation, and whom the Lord hath from the womb watched over and preserved by a more special peculiar Providence, bearing you as upon Eagles Wings, cc p-acp rg-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, n1, cc r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp cc vvn p-acp dt av-dc j j n1, vvg pn22 a-acp p-acp n2 n2, (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2993 and gathering you as an Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings; and gathering you as an Hen gathereth her Chickens under her Wings; cc vvg pn22 p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2994 I say, If you do no more for God than others do, not under such influences, nor such Providences; I say, If you do no more for God than Others do, not under such influences, nor such Providences; pns11 vvb, cs pn22 vdb dx dc p-acp np1 cs n2-jn vdb, xx p-acp d n2, ccx d n2; (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2995 you must certainly act beneath, and short of your duty. you must Certainly act beneath, and short of your duty. pn22 vmb av-j vvi a-acp, cc j pp-f po22 n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2996 This dependeth upon what I told you before, of the reasonableness of the reciprocations of love in some commensurate proportions. This dependeth upon what I told you before, of the reasonableness of the reciprocations of love in Some commensurate proportions. np1 vvz p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n2. (16) sermon (DIV3) 304 Page 155
2997 2. It calleth to them who fear God, for special exercises of faith; you have reason more to trust and depend upon God than others, 2. It calls to them who Fear God, for special exercises of faith; you have reason more to trust and depend upon God than Others, crd pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 np1, p-acp j n2 pp-f n1; pn22 vhb n1 av-dc p-acp vvb cc vvb p-acp np1 cs n2-jn, (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
2998 because God hath declared a more special care and Providence for you. The ground of all faith is the word and promise of God. Because God hath declared a more special care and Providence for you. The ground of all faith is the word and promise of God. c-acp np1 vhz vvn dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
2999 Now special promises call for a more special and peculiar faith. What though another man cannot trust God contrary to a sensible or reasonable appearance; Now special promises call for a more special and peculiar faith. What though Another man cannot trust God contrary to a sensible or reasonable appearance; av j n2 vvb p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1. q-crq cs j-jn n1 vmbx vvi np1 j-jn p-acp dt j cc j n1; (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
3000 yet you have reason to do it, because God hath declared more his care for you, yet you have reason to do it, Because God hath declared more his care for you, av pn22 vhb n1 pc-acp vdi pn31, c-acp np1 vhz vvn dc po31 n1 p-acp pn22, (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
3002 God hath promised to save, defend and deliver you, not after the workings of his ordinary Providence. God hath promised to save, defend and deliver you, not After the workings of his ordinary Providence. np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi pn22, xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
3003 You may therefore say with David, The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear? He is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27.1.3, Though an Host should encamp against me, my heart should not fear: You may Therefore say with David, The Lord is my Light and my salvation, whom shall I Fear? He is the strength of my life, of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27.1.3, Though an Host should encamp against me, my heart should not Fear: pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 vbz po11 n1 cc po11 n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vvi? pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, pp-f r-crq vmb pns11 vbi j? np1 crd, cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vmd xx vvi: (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
3004 though war should rise against me, in this I will be confident. But thus much shall serve to have discoursed concerning the Specialties of Divine Providence. though war should rise against me, in this I will be confident. But thus much shall serve to have discoursed Concerning the Specialties of Divine Providence. cs n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, p-acp d pns11 vmb vbi j. p-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (16) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 155
3005 SERMONS, XII, XIII. SERMONS, XII, XIII. n2, np1, np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 156
3006 Rom XI. 33. O the depth both of the wisdom and knowledg of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, Rom XI. 33. Oh the depth both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable Are his Judgments, np1 crd. crd uh dt n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j vbr po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 156
3007 and his ways past finding out! and his ways passed finding out! cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av! (17) sermon (DIV3) 305 Page 156
3008 I Have finished my Discourse concerning the principal Acts of Divine Providence, both generally and specially. I have discoursed concerning Gods general Acts in preserving and governing all his creatures, I Have finished my Discourse Concerning the principal Acts of Divine Providence, both generally and specially. I have discoursed Concerning God's general Acts in preserving and governing all his creatures, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 vvg dt j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n1, d av-j cc av-j. pns11 vhb vvn vvg n2 j n2 p-acp vvg cc vvg d po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3009 and concerning God's more special preserving and governing of some creatures. and Concerning God's more special preserving and governing of Some creatures. cc vvg npg1 n1 j vvg cc vvg pp-f d n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3010 I am now come to discourse concerning the Methods of it, concerning which we must cry out with this great Apostle; I am now come to discourse Concerning the Methods of it, Concerning which we must cry out with this great Apostle; pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f pn31, vvg r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av p-acp d j n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3011 O the depth both of the wisdom and knowledg of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, O the depth both of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable Are his Judgments, sy dt n1 av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j vbr po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3012 and his ways past finding out? My Text is the conclusion of an exceeding deep discourse, which the Apostle had made concerning the Rejection of the Jews: which he proves to be neither Total, nor final. In the ten first verses he proveth that it is not Total. V. 2, God did not cast off his people, whom he did foreknow. and his ways passed finding out? My Text is the conclusion of an exceeding deep discourse, which the Apostle had made Concerning the Rejection of the jews: which he Proves to be neither Total, nor final. In the ten First Verses he Proves that it is not Total. V. 2, God did not cast off his people, whom he did foreknow. cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av? po11 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg j-jn n1, r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f dt np2: r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi dx j, ccx j. p-acp dt crd ord n2 pns31 vvz cst pn31 vbz xx j. np1 crd, np1 vdd xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, ro-crq pns31 vdd vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3013 V. 5, There is a remnant according to Election. As it was in Elias 's time: V. 5, There is a remnant according to Election. As it was in Elias is time: np1 crd, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvg p-acp n1. p-acp pn31 vbds p-acp np1 vbz n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3014 he thought, and complain'd that he was left alone, and they sought his life also: he Thought, and complained that he was left alone, and they sought his life also: pns31 vvd, cc vvd cst pns31 vbds vvn av-j, cc pns32 vvd po31 n1 av: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3015 but he was mistaken, God at that time had seven thousand in Israel, that had not bowed the knee to Baal. but he was mistaken, God At that time had seven thousand in Israel, that had not bowed the knee to Baal. cc-acp pns31 vbds vvn, np1 p-acp d n1 vhd crd crd p-acp np1, cst vhd xx vvn dt n1 p-acp np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3016 V. 7, He saith, The Election had obtained, though some, though the most of them were rejected: V. 7, He Says, The Election had obtained, though Some, though the most of them were rejected: np1 crd, pns31 vvz, dt n1 vhd vvn, c-acp d, cs dt ds pp-f pno32 vbdr vvn: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3017 yet the Elect amongst them were not rejected; yet the Elect among them were not rejected; av dt j-vvn p-acp pno32 vbdr xx vvn; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3018 and this he proveth to have been but according to what was prophesied. V. 11, He proveth that this Rejection should not be final: There should be a fulness of them, V. 12. Receiving of them, V. 15. They should be again grafted in, V. 23, 24. It is but (V. 25.) till the fulness of the Gentiles should come, and then all •srael should be saved. and this he Proves to have been but according to what was prophesied. V. 11, He Proves that this Rejection should not be final: There should be a fullness of them, V. 12. Receiving of them, V. 15. They should be again grafted in, V. 23, 24. It is but (V. 25.) till the fullness of the Gentiles should come, and then all •srael should be saved. cc d pns31 vvz pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp vvg p-acp r-crq vbds vvn. np1 crd, pns31 vvz cst d n1 vmd xx vbi j: pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f pno32, np1 crd vvg pp-f pno32, np1 crd pns32 vmd vbi av vvn p-acp, np1 crd, crd pn31 vbz cc-acp (np1 crd) c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2-j vmd vvi, cc av d n1 vmd vbi vvn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3038 Sometimes it signifies the way of Duty, wherein we ought to walk towards God, or the course of mens actions; Sometime it signifies the Way of Duty, wherein we ought to walk towards God, or the course of men's actions; av pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3019 This Discourse is mixed with several arguments to prove the assertion, and with several reflections upon the Gentiles, whose present state was better than theirs: This Discourse is mixed with several Arguments to prove the assertion, and with several reflections upon the Gentiles, whose present state was better than theirs: d n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2-j, rg-crq j n1 vbds jc cs png32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3020 shewing them their duty negatively and positively: not to be high-minded, but humble; showing them their duty negatively and positively: not to be High-minded, but humble; vvg pno32 po32 n1 av-j cc av-j: xx pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp j; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3021 To fear, &c. Now look as a man wading in deep waters, when he finds the water go over his head, and trip up his heels; To Fear, etc. Now look as a man wading in deep waters, when he finds the water go over his head, and trip up his heels; pc-acp vvi, av av vvb p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb a-acp po31 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3022 he cries out, O I shall be drowned, and endeavours to get back again. So doth the blessed Apostle; he cries out, Oh I shall be drowned, and endeavours to get back again. So does the blessed Apostle; pns31 vvz av, uh pns11 vmb vbi vvn, cc n2 pc-acp vvi av av. np1 vdz dt j-vvn n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3023 he had been wading into the great deeps of Gods counsels and ways: he had been wading into the great deeps of God's Counsels and ways: pns31 vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt j n2-jn pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3024 but he findeth that such knowledg (as David saith) was too wonderful for him. but he finds that such knowledge (as David Says) was too wondered for him. cc-acp pns31 vvz d d n1 (c-acp np1 vvz) vbds av j c-acp pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3025 In my Text, he doth referre pedem, draw his foot backward. I will go back, saith he, I will wade no further: In my Text, he does refer pedem, draw his foot backward. I will go back, Says he, I will wade no further: p-acp po11 n1, pns31 vdz vvb fw-la, vvb po31 n1 av-j. pns11 vmb vvi av, vvz pns31, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3026 O the depth! There are some truths, and ways of God which are unsearchable. We may discourse a little, and more generally of them: Oh the depth! There Are Some truths, and ways of God which Are unsearchable. We may discourse a little, and more generally of them: uh dt n1! pc-acp vbr d n2, cc n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr j. pns12 vmb vvi dt j, cc av-dc av-j pp-f pno32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3027 but we shall never be able to find the bottom of them. but we shall never be able to find the bottom of them. cc-acp pns12 vmb av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3028 It is wisdom for us in time to retreat, and cry, O the depth! But what depth is this? The blessed Apostle tells you of the wisdom and knowledg of God; It is Wisdom for us in time to retreat, and cry, Oh the depth! But what depth is this? The blessed Apostle tells you of the Wisdom and knowledge of God; pn31 vbz n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, uh dt n1! cc-acp q-crq n1 vbz d? dt j-vvn n1 vvz pn22 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3029 in man knowledg and wisdom, are two differing habits; a man may be a knowing man, yet not a wise man. in man knowledge and Wisdom, Are two differing habits; a man may be a knowing man, yet not a wise man. p-acp n1 n1 cc n1, vbr crd j-vvg n2; dt n1 vmb vbi dt vvg n1, av xx dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3030 Knowledg apprehends things, Wisdom directs the practice to the best ends of humane life. Knowledg is a speculative habit, Wisdom; a practical habit. Knowledge apprehends things, Wisdom directs the practice to the best ends of humane life. Knowledge is a speculative habit, Wisdom; a practical habit. n1 vvz n2, n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f j n1. n1 vbz dt j n1, n1; dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3031 In God also (though he be but one simple act), we may conceive a difference betwixt Wisdom, and Knowledg; but in this Text, possibly it is but NONLATINALPHABET, one thing expressed by two terms: In God also (though he be but one simple act), we may conceive a difference betwixt Wisdom, and Knowledge; but in this Text, possibly it is but, one thing expressed by two terms: p-acp np1 av (cs pns31 vbb p-acp crd j n1), pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1; p-acp p-acp d n1, av-j pn31 vbz p-acp, crd n1 vvn p-acp crd n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3032 he is speaking of the wisdom, the unsearchable wisdom of God in some particular acts of his Providence; he is speaking of the Wisdom, the unsearchable Wisdom of God in Some particular acts of his Providence; pns31 vbz vvg pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3033 How unsearchable are his Judgments, and his ways past finding out. Here are two terms, Judgments, and Ways: Both again here signifie, 1. the same thing. How unsearchable Are his Judgments, and his ways passed finding out. Here Are two terms, Judgments, and Ways: Both again Here signify, 1. the same thing. c-crq j vbr po31 n2, cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av. av vbr crd n2, n2, cc n2: av-d av av vvi, crd dt d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3034 Judgments in Scripture, sometimes signifie the ways and statutes of God; because of the Justice and righteousness that is in them. Judgments in Scripture, sometime signify the ways and statutes of God; Because of the justice and righteousness that is in them. n2 p-acp n1, av vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; c-acp pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3035 By Justice, God measureth his own Words, and Laws. 2. Sometimes the Term signifieth corrections and chastisements; because God measureth out all these likewise in Justice, By justice, God measureth his own Words, and Laws. 2. Sometime the Term signifies corrections and chastisements; Because God measureth out all these likewise in justice, p-acp n1, np1 vvz po31 d n2, cc n2. crd av dt n1 vvz n2 cc n2; p-acp np1 vvz av d d av p-acp n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3036 and in them acteth as a righteous Judg: But here doubtless, Judgments and ways signifie the same thing. and in them Acts as a righteous Judge: But Here doubtless, Judgments and ways signify the same thing. cc p-acp pno32 vvz p-acp dt j n1: cc-acp av av-j, n2 cc n2 vvb dt d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3037 All Gods ways are Judgments, ways of Justice and Equity, and Righteousness. The term ways, is also used in more senses than one: All God's ways Are Judgments, ways of justice and Equity, and Righteousness. The term ways, is also used in more Senses than one: av-d n2 n2 vbr n2, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1. dt n1 n2, vbz av vvn p-acp dc n2 cs pi: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 157
3040 here it is applied to God, and signifies, The course and series of his actions towards his creatures; so it signifies here. Here it is applied to God, and signifies, The course and series of his actions towards his creatures; so it signifies Here. av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc vvz, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2; av pn31 vvz av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3041 Of these Judgments, and ways of God, of this wisdom and knowledg of God, it is said, They are unsearchable, they are past finding out. Ʋnsearchable, that is, such as we can by no means search out, by no means come to the bottom of. Of these Judgments, and ways of God, of this Wisdom and knowledge of God, it is said, They Are unsearchable, they Are passed finding out. Ʋnsearchable, that is, such as we can by no means search out, by no means come to the bottom of. pp-f d n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, pp-f d n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz vvn, pns32 vbr j, pns32 vbr p-acp vvg av. j, cst vbz, d c-acp pns12 vmb p-acp dx n2 vvb av, p-acp dx n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f. (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3042 The only Proposition I shall insist upon from these words, is this: The only Proposition I shall insist upon from these words, is this: dt j n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp d n2, vbz d: (17) sermon (DIV3) 306 Page 156
3043 Prop. The ways of Gods counsels and Providence, are unsearchable and not to be found out. Prop. The ways of God's Counsels and Providence, Are unsearchable and not to be found out. np1 dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n1, vbr j cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 307 Page 156
3044 In the handling of this Proposition, 1. I will endeavour to prove it to you that it is so. In the handling of this Proposition, 1. I will endeavour to prove it to you that it is so. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, crd pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 cst pn31 vbz av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 308 Page 156
3045 2. I will shew you how far it is our duty to behold, and to search into them: 2. I will show you how Far it is our duty to behold, and to search into them: crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq av-j pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3046 and to shew you also wherein they are unsearchable, and not to be found out. Then I shall make some application. and to show you also wherein they Are unsearchable, and not to be found out. Then I shall make Some application. cc pc-acp vvi pn22 av c-crq pns32 vbr j, cc xx pc-acp vbi vvn av. av pns11 vmb vvi d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3047 Let us first see how this is established from Scripture: Let us First see how this is established from Scripture: vvb pno12 ord vvi c-crq d vbz vvn p-acp n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3048 Eccles. 8.17, Then I beheld all the works of God, that a man cannot find out his work that is done under the Sun: Eccles. 8.17, Then I beheld all the works of God, that a man cannot find out his work that is done under the Sun: np1 crd, av pns11 vvd d dt n2 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi av po31 n1 cst vbz vdn p-acp dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3049 yea, though a man labour to seek it out, yet he shall not find it: yea, though a wiseman thinketh to know it, yet he shall not find it. yea, though a man labour to seek it out, yet he shall not find it: yea, though a Wiseman Thinketh to know it, yet he shall not find it. uh, cs dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31: uh, cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3050 A Text which must be understood of Gods works of Providence. The Wiseman saith, a man cannot find them out, yea though a man labour to seek it, A Text which must be understood of God's works of Providence. The Wiseman Says, a man cannot find them out, yea though a man labour to seek it, dt n1 r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f npg1 n2 pp-f n1. dt n1 vvz, dt n1 vmbx vvi pno32 av, uh a-acp dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3051 yet he shall not find it: yet he shall not find it: av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3052 He that spake this was Solomon, a man to whom God had given Wisdom above all that had been before him, He that spoke this was Solomon, a man to whom God had given Wisdom above all that had been before him, pns31 cst vvd d vbds np1, dt n1 p-acp ro-crq np1 vhd vvn n1 p-acp d cst vhd vbn p-acp pno31, (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3053 and said that there should be none after him, who should be like unto him. and said that there should be none After him, who should be like unto him. cc vvd cst a-acp vmd vbi pix p-acp pno31, r-crq vmd vbi j p-acp pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3054 He tells us ver. 16, That as he was indued with Wisdom, enriched with this Talent, He tells us for. 16, That as he was endued with Wisdom, enriched with this Talon, pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp. crd, cst c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, vvn p-acp d n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3055 so he had not laid it up in a Napkin, but had made it his business to improve it: so he had not laid it up in a Napkin, but had made it his business to improve it: av pns31 vhd xx vvn pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vhd vvn pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3056 I have (saith he) applied my heart to wisdom, and to see the business which is done on the earth. I have (Says he) applied my heart to Wisdom, and to see the business which is done on the earth. pns11 vhb (vvz pns31) vvd po11 n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3057 V. 17, you have the conclusion, That the ways of God were not to be found out; V. 17, you have the conclusion, That the ways of God were not to be found out; np1 crd, pn22 vhb dt n1, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr xx pc-acp vbi vvn av; (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3058 yea though a wise man think to know it, yet he shall not find it out. yea though a wise man think to know it, yet he shall not find it out. uh cs dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31 av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3059 Psalm 36.6, His righteousness is like a great mountain, his judgments are a great deep: Psalm 36.6, His righteousness is like a great mountain, his Judgments Are a great deep: np1 crd, po31 n1 vbz av-j dt j n1, po31 n2 vbr dt j j-jn: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3060 Not a deep only, but a great deep. The Sea is called a great deep; there is no sounding the bottom of it in many places: Not a deep only, but a great deep. The Sea is called a great deep; there is no sounding the bottom of it in many places: xx dt j-jn j, cc-acp dt j j-jn. dt n1 vbz vvn dt j j-jn; a-acp vbz dx vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3081 1. It is doubtless the duty of Gods people, To see and behold the works of the Lord: 1. It is doubtless the duty of God's people, To see and behold the works of the Lord: crd pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 159
3061 For (saith the Apostle) what man knoweth the things of a man but the spirit of a man that is within him: For (Says the Apostle) what man Knoweth the things of a man but the Spirit of a man that is within him: p-acp (vvz dt n1) r-crq n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno31: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3062 even so no man knoweth the things of God, but the spirit of God; even so no man Knoweth the things of God, but the Spirit of God; av av dx n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 156
3063 and it must be so if we consider the infiniteness of the Divine Light, Wisdom and Understanding; and it must be so if we Consider the infiniteness of the Divine Light, Wisdom and Understanding; cc pn31 vmb vbi av cs pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, n1 cc n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3064 His understanding is infinite, Psalm 147.5. His understanding is infinite, Psalm 147.5. po31 n1 vbz j, n1 crd. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3065 Now it is said of the works of God, In wisdom hath he made them all: Now it is said of the works of God, In Wisdom hath he made them all: av pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 vhz pns31 vvn pno32 d: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3066 There is the infinite wisdom of God in the works and contrivances of his Providence. There is the infinite Wisdom of God in the works and contrivances of his Providence. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3067 The Apostle telleth us, he dwelleth in that light to which none can approach, 1 Tim. 6.16: and so he walks in that light which none can see, and fully comprehend: The Apostle Telleth us, he dwells in that Light to which none can approach, 1 Tim. 6.16: and so he walks in that Light which none can see, and Fully comprehend: dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pix vmb vvi, vvn np1 crd: cc av pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq pix vmb vvi, cc av-j vvi: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3068 There is no searching out of his understanding, Isa. 40.28. The way of the Lord is like the way of an Eagle in the air; of a Serpent upon a Rock, not to be seen, not to be tracked, Incomprehensibilis Dei sapientia inter angustias humanae rationis coarctari non potest. There is no searching out of his understanding, Isaiah 40.28. The Way of the Lord is like the Way of an Eagl in the air; of a Serpent upon a Rock, not to be seen, not to be tracked, Incomprehensible Dei sapientia inter angustias humanae rationis coarctari non potest. pc-acp vbz dx vvg av pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3069 It is the saying of a grave Author, Gods unsearchable incomprehensible wisdom cannot be cooped up within the straits of humane Reason: It is the saying of a grave Author, God's unsearchable incomprehensible Wisdom cannot be cooped up within the straits of humane Reason: pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, npg1 j j n1 vmbx vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3070 but the Doctrine is experimentally, and de facto, evident enough. In the second place, here may arise a Question; but the Doctrine is experimentally, and de facto, evident enough. In the second place, Here may arise a Question; cc-acp dt n1 vbz av-j, cc fw-fr fw-la, j av-d. p-acp dt ord n1, av vmb vvi dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 310 Page 159
3071 How far our duty extendeth, as to the ways of Divine Providence? for certainly we have a duty, a great duty incumbent upon us to Divine Providences. How Far our duty extendeth, as to the ways of Divine Providence? for Certainly we have a duty, a great duty incumbent upon us to Divine Providences. c-crq av-j po12 n1 vvz, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1? p-acp av-j pns12 vhb dt n1, dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp j-jn n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3072 I remember it is the saying of Cicero, Si vera est sententia quorundam philosophorum, qui omnino nullam rerum humanarum procurationem docent habere Deos; I Remember it is the saying of Cicero, Si vera est sententia quorundam philosophorum, qui Omnino Nullam rerum humanarum procurationem docent habere Gods; pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1, fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la uh n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3073 Quae potest esse pietas? Quae Religio? Quae sanctitas? Cicero de Nat. Deorum: Quae potest esse pietas? Quae Religio? Quae Sanctitas? Cicero de Nat. Gods: fw-la fw-la fw-la n2? fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la? np1 fw-fr np1 np1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3074 If the opinion of some Philosophers, who deny that the Gods exercise any providence (or take any care of humane affairs) be true; If the opinion of Some Philosophers, who deny that the God's exercise any providence (or take any care of humane affairs) be true; cs dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb cst dt ng1 n1 d n1 (cc vvb d n1 pp-f j n2) vbb j; (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3075 What piety can there be? What Religion? What Holiness. What piety can there be? What Religion? What Holiness. q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi? q-crq n1? q-crq n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3076 A sentence which will let us know that there were some amongst the Heathens that were less Atheists, A sentence which will let us know that there were Some among the heathens that were less Atheists, dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno12 vvi d a-acp vbdr d p-acp dt n2-jn cst vbdr av-dc n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3077 than some amongst those who are called Christians. Now the case is the same, supposing this Divine Procuration or Providence, than Some among those who Are called Christians. Now the case is the same, supposing this Divine Procuration or Providence, cs d p-acp d r-crq vbr vvn np1. av dt n1 vbz dt d, vvg d j-jn n1 cc n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3078 if we may not, or do not at all take notice of it. if we may not, or do not At all take notice of it. cs pns12 vmb xx, cc vdb xx p-acp d vvb n1 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3079 Let me therefore discourse a little concerning the duty of man with reference to the Providence of God; Let me Therefore discourse a little Concerning the duty of man with Referente to the Providence of God; vvb pno11 av vvi dt j vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3080 and then I shall shew you the boundaries of it, and wherein it is unsearchable. I shall open the first in three or four particulars: and then I shall show you the boundaries of it, and wherein it is unsearchable. I shall open the First in three or four particulars: cc cs pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f pn31, cc c-crq pn31 vbz j. pns11 vmb vvi dt ord p-acp crd cc crd n2-j: (17) sermon (DIV3) 311 Page 159
3083 But my meaning is, to behold the things that are done in the earth, as the works of the Lord. But my meaning is, to behold the things that Are done in the earth, as the works of the Lord. p-acp po11 n1 vbz, p-acp vvb dt n2 cst vbr vdn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 159
3084 There are too many that do see, and not see; There Are too many that do see, and not see; pc-acp vbr av d cst vdb vvi, cc xx vvi; (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 159
3085 they see pluckings up, and plantings of Nations and Families, but they see nothing of God in these effects. they see pluckings up, and plantings of nations and Families, but they see nothing of God in these effects. pns32 vvb n2 a-acp, cc n2-vvg pp-f n2 cc n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb pix pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 159
3086 They say not this is the Lords doing, and therefore it is not marvellous in their eyes: They see Pestilences, sweeping away Cities and Families; fires laying populous Cities waste: They say not this is the lords doing, and Therefore it is not marvellous in their eyes: They see Pestilences, sweeping away Cities and Families; fires laying populous Cities waste: pns32 vvb xx d vbz dt n2 vdg, cc av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp po32 n2: pns32 vvb n2, vvg av n2 cc n2; n2 vvg j n2 vvi: (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3087 Enemies breaking in upon Countries, and strangely over-running them, the hand of God sweeping away whole Families, Enemies breaking in upon Countries, and strangely overrunning them, the hand of God sweeping away Whole Families, n2 vvg p-acp p-acp n2, cc av-j j pno32, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg av j-jn n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3088 but they see nothing of God in them: but they see nothing of God in them: cc-acp pns32 vvb pix pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3089 they consider these as terrible things, as misfortunes, to which the state of Humane affairs is subjected; they Consider these as terrible things, as misfortunes, to which the state of Humane affairs is subjected; pns32 vvb d p-acp j n2, c-acp n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz vvn; (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3090 their Eyes are upon the visible wheels that turn these things, but they see not the wheel within the wheel: the Psalmist calleth to us, to come and behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath wrought in the earth. their Eyes Are upon the visible wheels that turn these things, but they see not the wheel within the wheel: the Psalmist calls to us, to come and behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath wrought in the earth. po32 n2 vbr p-acp dt j n2 cst vvb d n2, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx dt vvb p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, p-acp vvb cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3091 Men see desolations wrought in the Earth, but they see them not as the work of the Lord, as desolations wrought by him. Men see desolations wrought in the Earth, but they see them not as the work of the Lord, as desolations wrought by him. n2 vvb n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3092 This is what the Psalmist complained of, and for which he prayeth against them, Psalm 28.4, 5, Give them according to the works of their hands, &c. Because they regard not the work of the Lord, This is what the Psalmist complained of, and for which he Prayeth against them, Psalm 28.4, 5, Give them according to the works of their hands, etc. Because they regard not the work of the Lord, d vbz q-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, n1 crd, crd, vvb pno32 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, av c-acp pns32 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3093 nor regard the operations of his hands: he shall destroy them, and not build them up. nor regard the operations of his hands: he shall destroy them, and not built them up. ccx vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: pns31 vmb vvi pno32, cc xx vvi pno32 a-acp. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3094 This is a sign of an Atheistical heart, to see great changes, and not to see God in them: This is a Signen of an Atheistical heart, to see great changes, and not to see God in them: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi j n2, cc xx pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3095 the Heathens had more of Religion than this came to. the heathens had more of Religion than this Come to. dt n2-jn vhd dc pp-f n1 cs d vvd p-acp. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3096 I remember the Poet in his description of the ruine of Troy, bringeth in Venus taking Aeneas of his mettal in the last defence of his Country, I Remember the Poet in his description of the ruin of Troy, brings in Venus taking Aeneas of his metal in the last defence of his Country, pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz p-acp npg1 vvg np1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3097 and from taking Revenge on Helena the cause of it, by shewing him the gods at every corner and post of the City, helping the Grecians to fire it, and from taking Revenge on Helena the cause of it, by showing him the God's At every corner and post of the city, helping the Greeks to fire it, cc p-acp vvg n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp vvg pno31 dt n2 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg dt njp2 p-acp n1 pn31, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3098 and to over-turn the walls of it. and to overturn the walls of it. cc p-acp j dt n2 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3099 It is very sad that amongst Christians, there should be any that in the great changes which God worketh in Nations, Cities, Families, cannot see the great and living God at work, It is very sad that among Christians, there should be any that in the great changes which God works in nations, Cities, Families, cannot see the great and living God At work, pn31 vbz av j cst p-acp np1, pc-acp vmd vbi d cst p-acp dt j n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2, n2, n2, vmbx vvi dt j cc j-vvg np1 p-acp n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3100 and using creatures but as instruments in his hand: and using creatures but as Instruments in his hand: cc vvg n2 cc-acp p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3101 but this is but a seeing and beholding the works of Providence, highly useful for the production of pious affections, but this is but a seeing and beholding the works of Providence, highly useful for the production of pious affections, cc-acp d vbz p-acp dt vvg cc vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3102 and such acts of duty as God requireth; We have a further Duty than this incumbent upon us. and such acts of duty as God requires; We have a further Duty than this incumbent upon us. cc d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp np1 vvz; pns12 vhb dt jc n1 cs d vvn p-acp pno12. (17) sermon (DIV3) 312 Page 160
3103 2. It is not only our Duty to see and behold; but wistly to consider and observe these things. 2. It is not only our Duty to see and behold; but wistly to Consider and observe these things. crd pn31 vbz xx av-j po12 n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi; p-acp av p-acp vvb cc vvb d n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 160
3104 Psalm 107.43, Whoso is wise will observe these things, and he shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord, (a Text which in this discourse I shall make a further use of.) Observation implieth the application of our minds, Psalm 107.43, Whoso is wise will observe these things, and he shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord, (a Text which in this discourse I shall make a further use of.) Observation Implies the application of our minds, np1 crd, r-crq vbz j vmb vvi d n2, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (dt n1 r-crq p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi dt jc n1 pp-f.) n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 160
3105 unto the passages of Divine Providence which are before our eyes: as we must not be careless and forgetful hearers of the word of God, so we must not be careless and forgetful observers of the works of God. unto the passages of Divine Providence which Are before our eyes: as we must not be careless and forgetful hearers of the word of God, so we must not be careless and forgetful observers of the works of God. p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 r-crq vbr p-acp po12 n2: c-acp pns12 vmb xx vbi j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns12 vmb xx vbi j cc j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 160
3106 It is said Gen. 37.11, that Jacob observed the saying, Josephs saying in the repetition of his Dream, relating to eminent providential workings. It is said Gen. 37.11, that Jacob observed the saying, Josephs saying in the repetition of his Dream, relating to eminent providential workings. pn31 vbz vvn np1 crd, cst np1 vvd dt vvg, np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvg p-acp j j n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3107 So it is said, Luke 2.19, That when upon the birth of our Saviour, the Angels had spoke to the Shepherds, So it is said, Lycia 2.19, That when upon the birth of our Saviour, the Angels had spoke to the Shepherd's, av pn31 vbz vvn, av crd, cst c-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, dt n2 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3108 and the Shepherds had published the glad tidings which they had brought to the City, That all who heard it wondred at those things which were spoken by the Shepherds: and the Shepherd's had published the glad tidings which they had brought to the city, That all who herd it wondered At those things which were spoken by the Shepherd's: cc dt n2 vhd vvn dt j n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d r-crq vvd pn31 vvd p-acp d n2 r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3109 Mary kept all these sayings, and pondered them in her heart. Marry kept all these sayings, and pondered them in her heart. uh vvd d d n2-vvg, cc vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3110 To see a thing, is one thing, to make our minds to stand upon it, to consider it, and to ponder upon it, is another thing. To see a thing, is one thing, to make our minds to stand upon it, to Consider it, and to ponder upon it, is Another thing. pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz crd n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, p-acp vvb pn31, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vbz j-jn n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3111 This is also our Duty, as to meditate on the Lords words, so to meditate on the Lords works: This is also our Duty, as to meditate on the lords words, so to meditate on the lords works: d vbz av po12 n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2, av p-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3112 twice the Psalmist hath it, I will meditate on all thy works, Psalm 143.5, I muse on the works of thy hands. twice the Psalmist hath it, I will meditate on all thy works, Psalm 143.5, I muse on the works of thy hands. av dt n1 vhz pn31, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d po21 n2, n1 crd, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3113 So Psalm 77. v. 12, I will meditate also on all thy works, and talk of thy doings. So Psalm 77. v. 12, I will meditate also on all thy works, and talk of thy doings. av n1 crd n1 crd, pns11 vmb vvi av p-acp d po21 n2, cc n1 pp-f po21 n2-vdg. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3114 It is our great fault, that we suffer the impression of Gods works to go off our hearts too soon. We hear of great changes; It is our great fault, that we suffer the impression of God's works to go off our hearts too soon. We hear of great changes; pn31 vbz po12 j n1, cst pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 av av. pns12 vvb pp-f j n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3115 we see great desolations, God works in Kingdoms, Cities, and Families: at first they make a little impression upon us, we startle at them; we see great desolations, God works in Kingdoms, Cities, and Families: At First they make a little impression upon us, we startle At them; pns12 vvb j n2, np1 vvz p-acp n2, n2, cc n2: p-acp ord pns32 vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno12, pns12 vvi p-acp pno32; (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3116 but by the next day they are as a tale that is told, the sound is out of our ears, the impression is off our minds: but by the next day they Are as a tale that is told, the found is out of our ears, the impression is off our minds: cc-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn, dt n1 vbz av pp-f po12 n2, dt n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3117 this is now, not to observe the works of the Lord, not, as we ought, to consider the operation of his hands. this is now, not to observe the works of the Lord, not, as we ought, to Consider the operation of his hands. d vbz av, xx p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx, c-acp pns12 vmd, p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 313 Page 161
3118 3. It is thirdly our Duty, modestly and humbly to search out the causes of Providences towards our selves especially. 3. It is Thirdly our Duty, modestly and humbly to search out the Causes of Providences towards our selves especially. crd pn31 vbz ord po12 n1, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2 av-j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3119 We are commanded to hear the Rod, and who hath appointed it. Thus did Josephs brethren, Gen. 42.21: We Are commanded to hear the Rod, and who hath appointed it. Thus did Josephs brothers, Gen. 42.21: pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb dt n1, cc r-crq vhz vvn pn31. av vdd np1 n2, np1 crd: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3120 when they were in prison they said one to another, We are verily guilty concerning our Brother, when they were in prison they said one to Another, We Are verily guilty Concerning our Brother, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1 pns32 vvd pi p-acp n-jn, pns12 vbr av-j j vvg po12 n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3122 when he sought to us, and we would not hear, therefore is this distress come upon us. when he sought to us, and we would not hear, Therefore is this distress come upon us. c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vmd xx vvi, av vbz d n1 vvn p-acp pno12. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3123 Job prays, Job 10.2, Shew me wherefore thou contendest with me: Job prays, Job 10.2, Show me Wherefore thou Contendest with me: np1 vvz, n1 crd, vvb pno11 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pno11: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3124 this is but a searching, and trying our ways, an excellent help, and necessary medium in order to a true repentance. this is but a searching, and trying our ways, an excellent help, and necessary medium in order to a true Repentance. d vbz p-acp dt vvg, cc vvg po12 n2, dt j n1, cc j fw-la p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3125 Indeed it is our great errour, that we are very prone to search out the causes of severe Providences upon others. Indeed it is our great error, that we Are very prove to search out the Causes of severe Providences upon Others. np1 pn31 vbz po12 j n1, cst pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp n2-jn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3126 The Barbarians seeing a Viper cleave to Pauls hand, conclude him a Murtherer; The Barbarians seeing a Viper cleave to Paul's hand, conclude him a Murderer; dt n2-jn vvg dt n1 vvb p-acp npg1 n1, vvb pno31 dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3127 but we are very slow and backward, to enquire into the meritorious causes of Gods severe Dispensations to our selves: but we Are very slow and backward, to inquire into the meritorious Causes of God's severe Dispensations to our selves: cc-acp pns12 vbr av j cc av-j, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2 j n2 p-acp po12 n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3128 Yet as to others, as it is our Duty to observe the Providences of God to them, Yet as to Others, as it is our Duty to observe the Providences of God to them, av c-acp p-acp n2-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3129 so we may modestly and humbly search out the causes of them. so we may modestly and humbly search out the Causes of them. av pns12 vmb av-j cc av-j vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3130 Thus did Jeremiah, venia praefata, having first recognized God, in the Justice and righteousness of his proceedings: Thus did Jeremiah, Venia praefata, having First recognized God, in the justice and righteousness of his proceedings: av vdd np1, fw-la n1, vhg ord vvd np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3131 Jer. 12.1, Righteous art thou, O Lord, in thy Judgments, when I plead with thee; yet let me talk with thee of thy Judgments: Jer. 12.1, Righteous art thou, Oh Lord, in thy Judgments, when I plead with thee; yet let me talk with thee of thy Judgments: np1 crd, j n1 pns21, uh n1, p-acp po21 n2, c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pno21; av vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pno21 pp-f po21 n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 161
3132 why doth the way of the wicked prosper, & c? So the Prophet Habbakuk, ch. 1.13, Wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, why does the Way of the wicked prosper, & c? So the Prophet Habakkuk, changed. 1.13, Wherefore Lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, c-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt j vvi, cc sy? np1 dt n1 np1, vvn. crd, q-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3133 and holdest thy tongue, when the wicked devoureth the man that is more righteous than he? But as to this searching into the causes of Divine Providences, I put in those two words, modestly, and humbly. Indeed, God is so plain and open in his Judgments sometimes, that the provocation is wrote, and holdest thy tongue, when the wicked devoureth the man that is more righteous than he? But as to this searching into the Causes of Divine Providences, I put in those two words, modestly, and humbly. Indeed, God is so plain and open in his Judgments sometime, that the provocation is wrote, cc vv2 po21 n1, c-crq dt j vvz dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31? p-acp c-acp p-acp d vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2, pns11 vvd p-acp d crd n2, av-j, cc av-j. av, np1 vbz av j cc j p-acp po31 n2 av, cst dt n1 vbz vvn, (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3134 and that in capital Letters in the front of the punishment. and that in capital Letters in the front of the punishment. cc cst p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3135 Thus it was in the case of the Sodomites, the Egyptians, the Benjamites; Sauls bloody house, Haman, the final destruction of the Jews, &c: Thus it was in the case of the Sodomites, the egyptians, the Benjamites; Saul's bloody house, Haman, the final destruction of the jews, etc.: av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt njp2, dt np2; np1 j n1, np1, dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, av: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3136 and thus it is still very often. The Drunkard dies in his drunkenness; but it is not always so. and thus it is still very often. The Drunkard die in his Drunkenness; but it is not always so. cc av pn31 vbz av av av. dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz xx av av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3137 The Judgments of the Lord are a great deep. This enquiry therefore into causes must be modest and humble: The Judgments of the Lord Are a great deep. This enquiry Therefore into Causes must be modest and humble: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr dt j j-jn. d n1 av p-acp n2 vmb vbi j cc j: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3138 we must no more caecutire in revelatis, as to the works of God, than as to the word of God: we must no more caecutire in revelatis, as to the works of God, than as to the word of God: pns12 vmb av-dx dc vvb p-acp fw-la, a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cs c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3139 if we see a blood-thirsty and deceitful man, not living out half his days, a Dart striking through the liver of the Adulterer; these are open things. if we see a bloodthirsty and deceitful man, not living out half his days, a Dart striking through the liver of the Adulterer; these Are open things. cs pns12 vvb dt j cc j n1, xx vvg av j-jn po31 n2, dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d vbr j n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3140 And when we see prophane vile wretches, devouring those that are more righteous than they: And when we see profane vile wretches, devouring those that Are more righteous than they: cc c-crq pns12 vvb j j n2, vvg d cst vbr av-dc j cs pns32: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3141 when we see God plaguing men according to his own heart, chastening them every moment, not giving them time to swallow their spittle: when we see God plaguing men according to his own heart, chastening them every moment, not giving them time to swallow their spittle: c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vvg n2 vvg p-acp po31 d n1, vvg pno32 d n1, xx vvg pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3142 These are secrets of Divine Providence, of which we must be careful that we pass no ungrounded censure, These Are secrets of Divine Providence, of which we must be careful that we pass no ungrounded censure, d vbr n2-jn pp-f j-jn n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vbi j cst pns12 vvb dx j n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3143 yea, and we must search humbly too. Our judgment in these cafes will amount to no more, than a judgment of probability: yea, and we must search humbly too. Our judgement in these cafes will amount to no more, than a judgement of probability: uh, cc pns12 vmb vvi av-j av. po12 n1 p-acp d n2 vmb vvi p-acp dx av-dc, cs dt n1 pp-f n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3144 we cannot pretend to an infallibility, we are not of Gods counsel, and his ways are great deeps. we cannot pretend to an infallibility, we Are not of God's counsel, and his ways Are great deeps. pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr xx pp-f npg1 n1, cc po31 n2 vbr j n2-jn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 314 Page 162
3145 4. Lastly, We ought so far to search into, and to enquire into the workings of Divine Providence, 4. Lastly, We ought so Far to search into, and to inquire into the workings of Divine Providence, crd ord, pns12 vmd av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3146 as may any way conduce to make us better, by more adoring and revereing God; more avoiding of sin, more quickning up the habits and exercises of grace: as may any Way conduce to make us better, by more adoring and revereing God; more avoiding of since, more quickening up the habits and exercises of grace: c-acp vmb d n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, p-acp dc j-vvg cc vvg np1; av-dc vvg pp-f n1, av-dc j-vvg a-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3147 but to take heed of such an enquiry as will be of no use to us, but to take heed of such an enquiry as will be of no use to us, cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d dt n1 c-acp vmb vbi pp-f dx n1 p-acp pno12, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3148 unless to make us Atheists, or too curious searchers into the unsearchable things of God, or uncharitable consurers of our brethren. unless to make us Atheists, or too curious searchers into the unsearchable things of God, or uncharitable consurers of our brothers. cs pc-acp vvi pno12 n2, cc av j n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, cc j n2 pp-f po12 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3149 The reafon of this is, because Duty is the End of all our beholding, considering and observing the Lords works, The reafon of this is, Because Duty is the End of all our beholding, considering and observing the lords works, dt n1 pp-f d vbz, c-acp n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f d po12 vvg, vvg cc vvg dt n2 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3150 or any way enquiring and searching into them. or any Way inquiring and searching into them. cc d n1 vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3151 This is the main thing which God hath said to us, Obey my voice. Now so far as an enquiring into the Lords ways and works of Providence, will help us to obey the Lords voice, so far doubtless it is our Duty. This is the main thing which God hath said to us, Obey my voice. Now so Far as an inquiring into the lords ways and works of Providence, will help us to obey the lords voice, so Far doubtless it is our Duty. d vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12, vvb po11 n1. av av av-j c-acp dt vvg p-acp dt n2 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp vvb dt n2 n1, av av-j av-j pn31 vbz po12 n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3152 The voice of the Lord is in Scripture everywhere to us; The voice of the Lord is in Scripture everywhere to us; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp n1 av p-acp pno12; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3153 to fear before him, to love him, to trust in him, to take heed of sinning against him. to Fear before him, to love him, to trust in him, to take heed of sinning against him. p-acp vvb p-acp pno31, p-acp vvb pno31, p-acp vvb p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 162
3154 Now so far as the searching into the causes of Divine Providence, may conduce to quicken us up to these Exercises, Now so Far as the searching into the Causes of Divine Providence, may conduce to quicken us up to these Exercises, av av av-j c-acp dt j-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp d n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3155 so far is it undoubtedly our duty, and a very commendable practice; so Far is it undoubtedly our duty, and a very commendable practice; av av-j vbz pn31 av-vvn-u po12 n1, cc dt j j n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3156 but where it only tendeth to make us Atheists, by seeing nothing of the hand of God in them, but where it only tendeth to make us Atheists, by seeing nothing of the hand of God in them, cc-acp c-crq pn31 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 n2, p-acp vvg pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3157 but confirming a fancy in us, that we have found out the reason of all in a necessary connexion, but confirming a fancy in us, that we have found out the reason of all in a necessary connexion, cc-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vhb vvn av dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt j n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3158 or working of natural causes, or only serveth us for an advantage or ground for us unwarrantably and uncharitably to judg and censure our brethren, or working of natural Causes, or only serves us for an advantage or ground for us unwarrantably and uncharitably to judge and censure our brothers, cc vvg pp-f j n2, cc av-j vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12 av-j cc av-j p-acp n1 cc vvi po12 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3159 so far it is undoubtedly sinful. Where the searching of the causes of Divine Providence to us, or others may contribute; so Far it is undoubtedly sinful. Where the searching of the Causes of Divine Providence to us, or Others may contribute; av av-j pn31 vbz av-j j. c-crq dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, cc n2-jn vmb vvi; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3160 and so far forth, as it may conduce to quicken us up to repentance for them, to a faith in, and so Far forth, as it may conduce to quicken us up to Repentance for them, to a faith in, cc av av-j av, c-acp pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 p-acp, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3161 and a dependence upon God, to make us either more thankful, or any way more holy; and a dependence upon God, to make us either more thankful, or any Way more holy; cc dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno12 d dc j, cc d n1 av-dc j; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3162 so far forth it is our advantagious duty. so Far forth it is our advantageous duty. av av-j av pn31 vbz po12 j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
14513 Peter tells him, that if he died with him he would not deny him. Peter tells him, that if he died with him he would not deny him. np1 vvz pno31, cst cs pns31 vvd p-acp pno31 pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
3163 Thus Jona 's reflection upon the storm he met with at Sea, when he was fleeing from God, Jonah 1.10, 11: and Josephs brethrens reflection upon the imprisonment they met with in Egypt, were both good and pious, tending to bring them to a sense of their several sins against God. Thus Jonah is reflection upon the storm he met with At Sea, when he was fleeing from God, Jonah 1.10, 11: and Josephs Brothers' reflection upon the imprisonment they met with in Egypt, were both good and pious, tending to bring them to a sense of their several Sins against God. av np1 vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd: cc np1 ng2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp p-acp np1, vbdr av-d j cc j, vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2 p-acp np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3164 Davids observation of Providence helped him in the exercise of his Faith; Davids observation of Providence helped him in the exercise of his Faith; npg1 n1 pp-f n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3165 1 Sam. 17.34, 35. Manoahs observation, that God had accepted a sacrifice, confirm'd his faith, that he would not destroy them. 1 Sam. 17.34, 35. Manoahs observation, that God had accepted a sacrifice, confirmed his faith, that he would not destroy them. crd np1 crd, crd npg1 n1, cst np1 vhd vvn dt n1, vvn po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3166 Oft-times the observing of, and searching into the ways of Divine Providence, hugely exciteth praise and thankfulness, Psalm 107.8.15, 21, 31, &c. Thus far now it is our duty, to behold, observe, search into the ways of Divine Providence; Ofttimes the observing of, and searching into the ways of Divine Providence, hugely Exciteth praise and thankfulness, Psalm 107.8.15, 21, 31, etc. Thus Far now it is our duty, to behold, observe, search into the ways of Divine Providence; av dt vvg pp-f, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, av-j vvz n1 cc n1, n1 crd, crd, crd, av av av-j av pn31 vbz po12 n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3167 they are not called unsearchable, to deter us from beholding, seeing and considering them, so far as it may help in the performance of any piece of that duty which we owe unto God. they Are not called unsearchable, to deter us from beholding, seeing and considering them, so Far as it may help in the performance of any piece of that duty which we owe unto God. pns32 vbr xx vvn j, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp vvg, vvg cc vvg pno32, av av-j c-acp pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3168 God hangs out his great works of Providence to the world that men may behold them, look upon them, God hangs out his great works of Providence to the world that men may behold them, look upon them, np1 vvz av po31 j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cst n2 vmb vvi pno32, vvb p-acp pno32, (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3169 and that not superficially, but wistly and considerately. and that not superficially, but wistly and considerately. cc cst xx av-j, cc-acp av cc av-j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3170 Well, but how are they then unsearchable? why doth the Apostle pronounce them past finding out? That brings me to the last thing promised you in the Explication of the Proposition: Well, but how Are they then unsearchable? why does the Apostle pronounce them passed finding out? That brings me to the last thing promised you in the Explication of the Proposition: uh-av, cc-acp c-crq vbr pns32 av j? q-crq vdz dt n1 vvb pno32 p-acp vvg av? cst vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 vvd pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3171 I shall open it to you in several particulars. I shall open it to you in several particulars. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp j n2-j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 315 Page 163
3172 1. They are unsearchable and past finding out, as to the latitude and full compass of them. 1. They Are unsearchable and past finding out, as to the latitude and full compass of them. crd pns32 vbr j cc j vvg av, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 163
3173 Job, ch. 26, had been largely discoursing of the great works of Divine Providence, his stretching out the North upon the empty places, Job, changed. 26, had been largely discoursing of the great works of Divine Providence, his stretching out the North upon the empty places, np1, n1. crd, vhd vbn av-j vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, po31 vvg av dt n1 p-acp dt j n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 163
3174 and hanging the Earth upon nothing. and hanging the Earth upon nothing. cc vvg dt n1 p-acp pix. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 163
3175 Ver. 7, His binding up the waters in the thick clouds, and the clouds not being rent under them, ver. 8, &c. But then concludeth ver. 14, Lo these are part of his ways, Ver. 7, His binding up the waters in the thick Clouds, and the Clouds not being rend under them, ver. 8, etc. But then Concludeth for. 14, Lo these Are part of his ways, np1 crd, po31 vvg a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt j n2, cc dt n2 xx vbg vvn p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd, av p-acp av vvz p-acp. crd, np1 d vbr n1 pp-f po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 163
3176 but how little a portion is heard of him? but the thunder of his power, who can understand? some read it, These are but the borders, some corners of Gods ways. David telleth us, Psalm 111.2, The works of the Lord are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein. but how little a portion is herd of him? but the thunder of his power, who can understand? Some read it, These Are but the borders, Some corners of God's ways. David Telleth us, Psalm 111.2, The works of the Lord Are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein. cc-acp c-crq j dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno31? p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vmb vvi? d vvb pn31, d vbr p-acp dt n2, d n2 pp-f npg1 n2. np1 vvz pno12, n1 crd, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr j, vvd av pp-f d pno32 cst vhb n1 av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3177 It is our duty to seek out the works of the Lord, and every good man hath a pleasure therein, It is our duty to seek out the works of the Lord, and every good man hath a pleasure therein, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc d j n1 vhz dt n1 av, (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3178 and will be modestly seeking out Gods works; and will be modestly seeking out God's works; cc vmb vbi av-j vvg av npg1 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3179 ay, but though they will be seeking, yet we shall be no more in this World than seekers: Job 16.7, Who can find out the Almighty to perfection, saith God? Much of God is seen, much of God may be found out; ay, but though they will be seeking, yet we shall be no more in this World than seekers: Job 16.7, Who can find out the Almighty to perfection, Says God? Much of God is seen, much of God may be found out; uh, cc-acp cs pns32 vmb vbi vvg, av pns12 vmb vbi dx dc p-acp d n1 cs n2: np1 crd, r-crq vmb vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1, vvz np1? av-d pp-f np1 vbz vvn, av-d pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn av; (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3180 but the perfection of Gods works, as well as of his Divine Being, is an unsearchable thing. but the perfection of God's works, as well as of his Divine Being, is an unsearchable thing. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, c-acp av c-acp pp-f po31 n-jn vbg, vbz dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3181 There are thousands of things in the workings of Divine Providence which we cannot find out: There Are thousands of things in the workings of Divine Providence which we cannot find out: pc-acp vbr crd pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi av: (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3182 infinite motions in the upholdings of it, in the government of it, of which we know nothing; infinite motions in the upholdings of it, in the government of it, of which we know nothing; j n2 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb pix; (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3183 something we can by the helps of Scripture and Reason, discourse, how Providence upholds the great varieties of Beings in the World, the Methods of God in governing the World; something we can by the helps of Scripture and Reason, discourse, how Providence upholds the great varieties of Beings in the World, the Methods of God in governing the World; pi pns12 vmb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n1, c-crq n1 vvz dt j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3184 but who can find out the Almighty to perfection? Who can discourse the thunder of his power? There is a terra incognita, or rather a coelum incognitum in the Divine workings. but who can find out the Almighty to perfection? Who can discourse the thunder of his power? There is a terra incognita, or rather a coelum incognitum in the Divine workings. cc-acp r-crq vmb vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? pc-acp vbz dt fw-la fw-la, cc av-c dt fw-la fw-la p-acp dt j-jn n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3185 What Job said, we may apply here; A thing was brought unto me, and my ear received a little thereof. What Job said, we may apply Here; A thing was brought unto me, and my ear received a little thereof. q-crq np1 vvd, pns12 vmb vvi av; dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno11, cc po11 n1 vvd dt j av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3186 Many things concerning Gods workings are brought to our senses, and our senses receive, yea our reason receiveth a little, and but a little thereof: Many things Concerning God's workings Are brought to our Senses, and our Senses receive, yea our reason receives a little, and but a little thereof: d n2 vvg npg1 n2 vbr vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc po12 n2 vvi, uh po12 n1 vvz dt j, cc p-acp dt j av: (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3187 as to them we may say as the Apostle saith in another case, Where is the Scribe? where is the Wise man? where is the disputer of this World? We by study can dive a little into Gods ways; as to them we may say as the Apostle Says in Another case, Where is the Scribe? where is the Wise man? where is the disputer of this World? We by study can dive a little into God's ways; c-acp p-acp pno32 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, q-crq vbz dt vvi? q-crq vbz dt j n1? q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1? pns12 p-acp n1 vmb vvi dt j p-acp npg1 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3188 but we must come out of our deepest studies, crying out with our Apostle, O the depth of the wisdom and knowledg of God! This knowledg is, but we must come out of our Deepest studies, crying out with our Apostle, Oh the depth of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! This knowledge is, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi av pp-f po12 js-jn n2, vvg av p-acp po12 n1, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 d n1 vbz, (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3189 as Job saith, ch. 11.7, 8, As high as heaven, what canst thou do? deeper than hell, what canst thou know? the measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and broader than the Sea. as Job Says, changed. 11.7, 8, As high as heaven, what Canst thou do? Deeper than hell, what Canst thou know? the measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and Broader than the Sea. c-acp n1 vvz, vvn. crd, crd, p-acp j c-acp n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? jc-jn cs n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? dt n1 av vbz jc cs dt n1, cc jc cs dt n1 (17) sermon (DIV3) 316 Page 164
3190 2. A second thing unsearchable, and past finding out in these ways of God, is the tendency of them, 2. A second thing unsearchable, and passed finding out in these ways of God, is the tendency of them, crd dt ord n1 j, cc p-acp vvg av p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32, (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 164
3191 while we see them come to an issue. while we see them come to an issue. cs pns12 vvb pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 164
3192 Had one of us been a companion with Joseph, and seen him thrown into a pit, Had one of us been a Companion with Joseph, and seen him thrown into a pit, vhd pi pp-f pno12 vbi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvn pno31 vvn p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 164
3193 then sold into Egypt; after this thrown into a prison, upon the accusation of his Mistriss, we could never have judged this a Method in order to his riding in the second Chariot, then sold into Egypt; After this thrown into a prison, upon the accusation of his Mistress, we could never have judged this a Method in order to his riding in the second Chariot, av vvn p-acp np1; p-acp d vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn d dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp dt ord n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 164
3194 and being the second man in Egypt; but we see at last it was so. and being the second man in Egypt; but we see At last it was so. cc vbg dt ord n1 p-acp np1; p-acp pns12 vvb p-acp ord pn31 vbds av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 164
3195 Had we been in the Court of Persia, or Babylon, and have seen Haman 's Exaltation and his power with the King, obtaining a Decree from him for the destruction of all the Jews, we should never have seen the tendency of this to the ruin of Haman, the exaltation of Mordecai, &c. Had we seen Daniel thrown into the Lion's Den, we could never have read the tendency of this to his greater exaltation and fuller preferment, and conquest over his Enemies; and yet so it was. Had we been in the Court of Persiam, or Babylon, and have seen Haman is Exaltation and his power with the King, obtaining a decree from him for the destruction of all the jews, we should never have seen the tendency of this to the ruin of Haman, the exaltation of Mordecai, etc. Had we seen daniel thrown into the Lion's Den, we could never have read the tendency of this to his greater exaltation and fuller preferment, and conquest over his Enemies; and yet so it was. vhd pns12 vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc vhb vvn np1 vbz n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt np2, pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, av vhd pns12 vvn np1 vvn p-acp dt ng1 n1, pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f d p-acp po31 jc n1 cc jc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n2; cc av av pn31 vbds. (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 165
3196 The tendencies of Divine Providence are sometimes by us boldly determined; sometimes guessed at: The tendencies of Divine Providence Are sometime by us boldly determined; sometime guessed At: dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr av p-acp pno12 av-j vvn; av vvd p-acp: (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 165
3197 but how unsearchable are the ways of God in them? How strangely are we every day mistaken in what we judged the design, but how unsearchable Are the ways of God in them? How strangely Are we every day mistaken in what we judged the Design, cc-acp c-crq j vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32? c-crq av-j vbr pns12 d n1 vvn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvd dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 165
3198 and tendency of many motions of Providence, proving in the issue quite contrary to what we expected. and tendency of many motions of Providence, proving in the issue quite contrary to what we expected. cc n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 av j-jn p-acp r-crq pns12 vvd. (17) sermon (DIV3) 317 Page 165
3199 3. A third unsearchable thing in Divine Providence, is the track of it. Necessary causes (and such Natural causes are) have a certain track, you may follow the prints of their feet: 3. A third unsearchable thing in Divine Providence, is the track of it. Necessary Causes (and such Natural Causes Are) have a certain track, you may follow the prints of their feet: crd dt ord j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. j n2 (cc d j n2 vbr) vhb dt j n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 n2: (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3200 Moral and voluntary causes have not such a certain track, moving not like Machines, but as influenced from the will of man; but yet there is something of ordinary certainty in them. Moral and voluntary Causes have not such a certain track, moving not like Machines, but as influenced from the will of man; but yet there is something of ordinary certainty in them. j cc j-jn n2 vhb xx d dt j n1, vvg xx av-j npg2, cc-acp c-acp vvn p-acp dt vmb pp-f n1; p-acp av pc-acp vbz pi pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3201 Reason in all men, and in men of several ages is much a kin; Reason in all men, and in men of several ages is much a kin; n1 p-acp d n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f j n2 vbz d dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3202 whence that certainty doth arise, as well as from the finiteness of mens wisdom and understanding. whence that certainty does arise, as well as from the finiteness of men's Wisdom and understanding. c-crq d n1 vdz vvi, c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n1 cc n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3203 But here God is unsearchable: he doth not always do the same things, the same ways; But Here God is unsearchable: he does not always do the same things, the same ways; p-acp av np1 vbz j: pns31 vdz xx av vdb dt d n2, dt d n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3204 sometimes by humane means, sometimes without means, sometimes by improbable means: sometimes adding by a preternatural power to natural causes: sometimes by suspending their acts; sometime by humane means, sometime without means, sometime by improbable means: sometime adding by a preternatural power to natural Causes: sometime by suspending their acts; av p-acp j n2, av p-acp n2, av p-acp j n2: av vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp j n2: av p-acp vvg po32 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3205 sometimes by over-ruling their motions and workings, all in infinite variety: sometime by overruling their motions and workings, all in infinite variety: av p-acp j po32 n2 cc n2, d p-acp j n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3206 so as his ways are like the ways of a Ship in the sea, an Eagle in the air, a Serpent upon a Rock; so as his ways Are like the ways of a Ship in the sea, an Eagl in the air, a Serpent upon a Rock; av c-acp po31 n2 vbr av-j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3207 you can track them in none of their ways. By Faith we know that God will deliver his people; you can track them in none of their ways. By Faith we know that God will deliver his people; pn22 vmb n1 pno32 p-acp pix pp-f po32 n2. p-acp n1 pns12 vvb cst np1 vmb vvi po31 n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3208 but how, and by what means, or when, we know not. Sometimes prosperity shall slay the fool, sometimes he shall perish by adversity; but how, and by what means, or when, we know not. Sometime Prosperity shall slay the fool, sometime he shall perish by adversity; cc-acp q-crq, cc p-acp r-crq n2, cc c-crq, pns12 vvb xx. av n1 vmb vvi dt n1, av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3209 sometimes the Sinner shall be cut off in the middle of his days, sometimes he shall live to an extream old age: sometime the Sinner shall be Cut off in the middle of his days, sometime he shall live to an extreme old age: av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po31 n2, av pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn j n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3210 men keep a path and a track in their motions, but God keepeth none. men keep a path and a track in their motions, but God Keepeth none. n2 vvb dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp np1 vvz pix. (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3211 Naaman did ill, when he came to the God of Israel to be healed of his Leprosie, to be prescribing to him so much as in his thoughts, thinking that the Prophet must needs come down, Naaman did ill, when he Come to the God of Israel to be healed of his Leprosy, to be prescribing to him so much as in his thoughts, thinking that the Prophet must needs come down, np1 vdd av-jn, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp pno31 av av-d c-acp p-acp po31 n2, vvg cst dt n1 vmb av vvi a-acp, (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3212 and stroke the sore, &c. Gods way or method of Providence, in bringing about the effects of his counsels and purposes, is unsearchable. and stroke the soar, etc. God's Way or method of Providence, in bringing about the effects of his Counsels and Purposes, is unsearchable. cc vvd dt j, av npg1 n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, vbz j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 318 Page 165
3213 4. A fourth thing which in the motions of Divine Providence is unsearchable, is the indications of it. Solomon telleth us, that the righteous and the wise, and their works are in the hand of the Lord, Eccles. 9.1, 2. Unto all men there is one event, both to the righteous and to the wicked: 4. A fourth thing which in the motions of Divine Providence is unsearchable, is the indications of it. Solomon Telleth us, that the righteous and the wise, and their works Are in the hand of the Lord, Eccles. 9.1, 2. Unto all men there is one event, both to the righteous and to the wicked: crd dt ord n1 r-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz j, vbz dt n2 pp-f pn31. np1 vvz pno12, cst dt j cc dt j, cc po32 n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, crd p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbz crd n1, av-d p-acp dt j cc p-acp dt j: (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3214 No man can know either love or hatred, by all that is before him in this life. No man can know either love or hatred, by all that is before him in this life. uh-dx n1 vmb vvi d n1 cc n1, p-acp d cst vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3215 Esau is rejected, yet he hath the mountains of Edom given him for his portion, and the seed of Jacob must not dispossess him. Esau is rejected, yet he hath the Mountains of Edom given him for his portion, and the seed of Jacob must not dispossess him. np1 vbz vvn, av pns31 vhz dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3216 Jacob is beloved, yet must he fly to Padan Aram, endure the extremities of weather to feed his Uncles flocks, &c. and when he cometh away, he must once and again run the hazard of his life. Jacob is Beloved, yet must he fly to padan Aram, endure the extremities of weather to feed his Uncles flocks, etc. and when he comes away, he must once and again run the hazard of his life. np1 vbz vvn, av vmb pns31 vvi p-acp np1 np1, vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n2, av cc c-crq pns31 vvz av, pns31 vmb a-acp cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3217 No man can expound the Providences of God unto any to make them indications of Gods love or hatred. Israel is the people beloved of the Lord, No man can expound the Providences of God unto any to make them indications of God's love or hatred. Israel is the people Beloved of the Lord, dx n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1. np1 vbz dt n1 vvn pp-f dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3218 yet they must serve an hard servitude in Egypt; then forty years together, by travelling through a desolate and howling Wilderness. yet they must serve an hard servitude in Egypt; then forty Years together, by traveling through a desolate and howling Wilderness. av pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1; cs crd n2 av, p-acp vvg p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3219 Dives is rich, cloathed with purple, and fareth deliciously every day; yet when he dyeth goeth to Hell. Dives is rich, clothed with purple, and fareth deliciously every day; yet when he Dies Goes to Hell. vvz vbz j, vvn p-acp j-jn, cc vvz av-j d n1; av c-crq pns31 vvz vvz p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3220 Lazarus is a poor beggar at his gates, cloathed with rags, abounding with sores, yet when he dies is by Angels carried to Abraham 's bosom. Lazarus is a poor beggar At his gates, clothed with rags, abounding with sores, yet when he die is by Angels carried to Abraham is bosom. np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvn p-acp n2, vvg p-acp n2, av c-crq pns31 vvz vbz p-acp n2 vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3221 Abraham, and Lot, and David, and Joseph of Arimathea, all rich men, yet very good, and heirs of the Kingdom of God: Abraham, and Lot, and David, and Joseph of Arimathea, all rich men, yet very good, and Heirs of the Kingdom of God: np1, cc n1, cc np1, cc np1 pp-f np1, d j n2, av av j, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3222 Others very poor, yet every-whit as poor spiritually, and miserable as to their spiritual estate, as they are in respect to their outward condition. Others very poor, yet everywhit as poor spiritually, and miserable as to their spiritual estate, as they Are in respect to their outward condition. ng2-jn av j, av n1 c-acp j av-j, cc j c-acp p-acp po32 j n1, c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3223 Grateful Providences speak the appearing love of God to us, and oblige us to thankfulness, but they do not speak special distinguishing love. Grateful Providences speak the appearing love of God to us, and oblige us to thankfulness, but they do not speak special distinguishing love. j n2 vvb dt j-vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cc vvi pno12 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi j j-vvg n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3224 Adverse Providences appear as the frowns of God upon us, yet may be but the chastenings of an indulgent father, who chasteneth whom he loveth, Adverse Providences appear as the frowns of God upon us, yet may be but the chastenings of an indulgent father, who Chasteneth whom he loves, j n2 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, av vmb vbi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq vvz ro-crq pns31 vvz, (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3225 and scourgeth every child whom he receiveth. Hell begins with some in this life; and scourges every child whom he receives. Hell begins with Some in this life; cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. n1 vvz p-acp d p-acp d n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3226 their life is but a life of misery, and leadeth into that misery which shall never have an end: their life is but a life of misery, and leads into that misery which shall never have an end: po32 n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp d n1 r-crq vmb av-x vhi dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3227 sometimes men in the enjoyments of this life are lifted up to Heaven, but it is — ut lapsu graviore ruant, that their fall may be the greater into the pit prepared for them. sometime men in the enjoyments of this life Are lifted up to Heaven, but it is — ut lapsu graviore ruant, that their fallen may be the greater into the pit prepared for them. av n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz — fw-mi fw-la fw-la n1, cst po32 n1 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3228 The Indications of Divine Providence are altogether unsearchable. The Indications of Divine Providence Are altogether unsearchable. dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr av j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3229 No man can know love or hatred by any thing which is before him in this life. No man can know love or hatred by any thing which is before him in this life. dx n1 vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 319 Page 166
3230 5. A fifth unsearchable thing in Divine Providence, is the causes of them. There is infinite wisdom and reason in all the dispensations of Providence. 5. A fifth unsearchable thing in Divine Providence, is the Causes of them. There is infinite Wisdom and reason in all the dispensations of Providence. crd dt ord j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vbz dt n2 pp-f pno32. pc-acp vbz j n1 cc n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 166
3231 In wisdom hath the Lord done, and made whatsoever he hath done: In Wisdom hath the Lord done, and made whatsoever he hath done: p-acp n1 vhz dt n1 vdn, cc vvd r-crq pns31 vhz vdn: (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 166
3232 but this wisdom of God, as to all his works of Providence, is not always evident to us. but this Wisdom of God, as to all his works of Providence, is not always evident to us. cc-acp d n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n1, vbz xx av j p-acp pno12. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3233 It is one of those things, which Divines say, we shall more perfectly understand at the day of Judgment, It is one of those things, which Divines say, we shall more perfectly understand At the day of Judgement, pn31 vbz crd pp-f d n2, r-crq n2-jn vvb, pns12 vmb av-dc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3234 and in another life, than we yet do, how wisely the infinite wise God hath managed the Government of the World. and in Another life, than we yet do, how wisely the infinite wise God hath managed the Government of the World. cc p-acp j-jn n1, cs pns12 av vdi, c-crq av-j dt j j np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3235 We are oft-times startled, and troubled, and amazed to see the works of God in the World, We Are ofttimes startled, and troubled, and amazed to see the works of God in the World, pns12 vbr av vvn, cc vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3236 and at loss to compound them with the declarations of his love to his people, and the great number of promises made to them. and At loss to compound them with the declarations of his love to his people, and the great number of promises made to them. cc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3237 What Christ said to Peter, We may apply here, what God is doing we do not know here, What christ said to Peter, We may apply Here, what God is doing we do not know Here, q-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi av, r-crq np1 vbz vdg pns12 vdb xx vvi av, (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3238 but we shall know hereafter. We cannot tell the reason of a thousand dispensations of God to his Church and people here, but we shall know hereafter. We cannot tell the reason of a thousand dispensations of God to his Church and people Here, cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi av. pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 av, (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3239 but we shall know them hereafter. but we shall know them hereafter. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno32 av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3240 Sometimes we know much of them in this life, but what we do not know in this life we shall know in the day, Sometime we know much of them in this life, but what we do not know in this life we shall know in the day, av pns12 vvb d pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1, cc-acp r-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3241 when all hidden things shall be made manifest, and all the works as well as all the Saints of God shall praise him. when all hidden things shall be made manifest, and all the works as well as all the Saints of God shall praise him. c-crq d j-vvn n2 vmb vbi vvn j, cc d dt n2 c-acp av c-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 320 Page 167
3242 6. Lastly, The windings of Providence are unsearchable. It is with the Providence of God, 6. Lastly, The windings of Providence Are unsearchable. It is with the Providence of God, crd ord, dt j-vvg pp-f n1 vbr j. pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3243 as it is with a man of business that is riding to London; that is his utmost journey, as it is with a man of business that is riding to London; that is his utmost journey, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz vvg p-acp np1; cst vbz po31 j n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3244 but he doth not like a Post keep his road, but rides out this way and that way, to speak with this and that man, as his business leadeth him. but he does not like a Post keep his road, but rides out this Way and that Way, to speak with this and that man, as his business leads him. cc-acp pns31 vdz xx av-j dt n1 vvi po31 n1, cc-acp vvz av d n1 cc d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d cc d n1, c-acp po31 n1 vvz pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3245 The Providence of God drives at the securing of his Church, the destruction of his Enemies, the promoving of Gods glory, &c. But it carrieth on many designs together, possibly the chastising of his people for their sins, the suffering of the Amorites to make up their measure: The Providence of God drives At the securing of his Church, the destruction of his Enemies, the promoving of God's glory, etc. But it Carrieth on many designs together, possibly the chastising of his people for their Sins, the suffering of the amorites to make up their measure: dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, dt vvg pp-f npg1 n1, av p-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n2 av, av-j dt vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3246 so it winds in its motions, and the reason of the variety of its windings and turnings we do not understand. so it winds in its motions, and the reason of the variety of its windings and turnings we do not understand. av pn31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pns12 vdb xx vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3247 But this is much co incident with what I told you before concerning the tracks of Divine Providence, that they are past finding out. But this is much counterfeit incident with what I told you before Concerning the tracks of Divine Providence, that they Are passed finding out. p-acp d vbz av-d vvn j p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cst pns32 vbr p-acp vvg av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3248 I come therefore now to the Application. I come Therefore now to the Application. pns11 vvb av av p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3249 I shall there only shew you the usefulness of this point. 1. To check curiosity. 2. To direct you in spiritual duty. I shall there only show you the usefulness of this point. 1. To check curiosity. 2. To Direct you in spiritual duty. pns11 vmb a-acp av-j vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1. crd pc-acp vvi n1. crd pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 321 Page 167
3250 In the first place, Let this check that curiosity which so much infecteth humane nature, and to which the wiser part of men are mostly too subject. In the First place, Let this check that curiosity which so much Infecteth humane nature, and to which the Wiser part of men Are mostly too Subject. p-acp dt ord n1, vvb d n1 cst n1 r-crq av d vvz j n1, cc p-acp r-crq dt jc n1 pp-f n2 vbr j av j-jn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 167
3251 It was the complaint, long since, of an acute Author, Iste labor vexat homines ut plus Deum laborent intelligere, quam diligere — malumus vestigando laborare quam amando reperire, malumus inquirere, quam invenire & perfrui. It was the complaint, long since, of an acute Author, Iste labour vexat homines ut plus God laborent intelligere, quam diligere — malumus vestigando laborare quam Amando reperire, malumus inquirere, quam invenire & perfrui. pn31 vbds dt n1, av-j a-acp, pp-f dt j n1, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 cc fw-la. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 167
3252 — This is a labour which vexeth men; they take more pains to understand, than to love God. — This is a labour which vexes men; they take more pains to understand, than to love God. — d vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz n2; pns32 vvb dc n2 pc-acp vvi, cs pc-acp vvi np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 167
3253 We had rather tire our selves by searching than by loving find God. We had rather enquire than find and enjoy. We had rather tire our selves by searching than by loving find God. We had rather inquire than find and enjoy. pns12 vhd av-c vvb po12 n2 p-acp j-vvg cs p-acp j-vvg vvb np1. pns12 vhd av-c vvi cs vvi cc vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3254 Curiosity is a great piece of the vanity of the mind of man: Curiosity is a great piece of the vanity of the mind of man: n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3255 it was Eves temptation to eat of the true knowledg of good and evil, that she might be like God knowing it. it was Eves temptation to eat of the true knowledge of good and evil, that she might be like God knowing it. pn31 vbds np2 n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt j n1 pp-f j cc j-jn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j np1 vvg pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3256 It is a lust inclining a man to employ his outward senses and his understanding, to an inordinate gaining of some knowledg which God hath hidden from him. Knowledg is good; It is a lust inclining a man to employ his outward Senses and his understanding, to an inordinate gaining of Some knowledge which God hath hidden from him. Knowledge is good; pn31 vbz dt vvb vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31. n1 vbz j; (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3257 it is the light of the soul. Solomon tells us, That it is not good that the soul should be without it. it is the Light of the soul. Solomon tells us, That it is not good that the soul should be without it. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvz pno12, cst pn31 vbz xx j cst dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3258 But there is a knowledg that is too wonderful for us. Secret things belong unto God. But there is a knowledge that is too wondered for us. Secret things belong unto God. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vbz av j p-acp pno12. j-jn n2 vvb p-acp np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3259 Our Saviour told us, that there is a day and hour of which none can have any knowledg, no not the Angels. Our Saviour told us, that there is a day and hour of which none can have any knowledge, no not the Angels. po12 n1 vvd pno12, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq pix vmb vhi d n1, uh-dx xx dt n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3260 It is not for you, (saith our Saviour) to know the times and seasons, which the father hath put in his own power, Acts 1.7. The knowledg of truth is good, but it may be accidentally evil. It is not for you, (Says our Saviour) to know the times and seasons, which the father hath put in his own power, Acts 1.7. The knowledge of truth is good, but it may be accidentally evil. pn31 vbz xx p-acp pn22, (vvz po12 n1) pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 d n1, n2 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi av-j j-jn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 322 Page 168
3261 1. If the End be naught: If a man desires to know only that he may be able to cavil and dispute, or, that he may be thought wiser than others. 1. If the End be nought: If a man Desires to know only that he may be able to cavil and dispute, or, that he may be Thought Wiser than Others. crd cs dt vvb vbb pix: cs dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j cst pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb cc vvi, cc, cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn jc cs n2-jn. (17) sermon (DIV3) 323 Page 168
3262 Solomon saith, It is not good for a man to eat much honey: so for a man to seek his own glory, is not glory. Solomon Says, It is not good for a man to eat much honey: so for a man to seek his own glory, is not glory. np1 vvz, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1: av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, vbz xx n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 323 Page 168
3263 2. If we will use unlawful means to gain it; 2. If we will use unlawful means to gain it; crd cs pns12 vmb vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31; (17) sermon (DIV3) 324 Page 168
3264 such are now going to witches and wizards, Astrologers, Star-gazers, cunning men, as Ahaziah sent to Baalzebub the god of Ekron, to know whether he should recover of that disease; such Are now going to Witches and wizards, Astrologers, Stargazers, cunning men, as Ahaziah sent to Baalzebub the god of Ekron, to know whither he should recover of that disease; d vbr av vvg p-acp ng1 cc n2, n2, n2, j-jn n2, c-acp np1 vvn p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi cs pns31 vmd vvi pp-f d n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 324 Page 168
3265 and Saul went to the witch of Endor to raise up Samuel, the Devil in the likeness of Samuel, to tell him the fate of the approaching Battel. and Saul went to the witch of Endor to raise up Samuel, the devil in the likeness of Samuel, to tell him the fate of the approaching Battle. cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 324 Page 168
3266 A practice too frequent amongst simple people in these days, and places where we live. 3. When men have an itch to know what God hath concealed from them. A practice too frequent among simple people in these days, and places where we live. 3. When men have an itch to know what God hath concealed from them. dt n1 av j p-acp j n1 p-acp d n2, cc n2 c-crq pns12 vvb. crd c-crq n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 324 Page 168
3267 It was an excellent advice of St. Augustine, That men should neither be too curious to pry into secret things, It was an excellent Advice of Saint Augustine, That men should neither be too curious to pry into secret things, pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 np1, cst n2 vmd av-dx vbi av j pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3268 nor be blind as to what God had revealed. To do the first, is to be unwarrantably curious; the latter is damnable unthankfulness. nor be blind as to what God had revealed. To do the First, is to be unwarrantably curious; the latter is damnable unthankfulness. ccx vbb j c-acp p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn. pc-acp vdi dt ord, vbz pc-acp vbi av-j j; dt d vbz j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3269 Vain man would be wise, and so becometh indeed more foolish in his imaginations. Vain man would be wise, and so Becometh indeed more foolish in his Imaginations. j n1 vmd vbi j, cc av vvz av av-dc j p-acp po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3270 Plutarch well compareth men infected with this itch, to those that should not be content to behold the Sun in the firmament, Plutarch well compareth men infected with this itch, to those that should not be content to behold the Sun in the firmament, np1 av vvz n2 vvn p-acp d n1, p-acp d cst vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3271 but must make a Ladder to climb up to see it in its Throne; we shall find the best of men had something of this disease. but must make a Ladder to climb up to see it in its Throne; we shall find the best of men had something of this disease. cc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1; pns12 vmb vvi dt js pp-f n2 vhd pi pp-f d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3272 Moses saith, Lord, shew me thy Glory. Moses Says, Lord, show me thy Glory. np1 vvz, n1, vvb pno11 po21 n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 168
3273 Philip saith, Shew us the Father. The Disciples say, Wilt thou not this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? And again, Lord, When shall these things be? Now as this Curiosity in us sheweth it self in other things, so it wonderfully busieth it self as to the ways of Providence, to find out all the ways of God, Philip Says, Show us the Father. The Disciples say, Wilt thou not this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? And again, Lord, When shall these things be? Now as this Curiosity in us shows it self in other things, so it wonderfully busieth it self as to the ways of Providence, to find out all the ways of God, np1 vvz, vvb pno12 dt n1. dt n2 vvb, vm2 pns21 xx d n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? cc av, n1, c-crq vmb d n2 vbi? av p-acp d n1 p-acp pno12 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, av pn31 av-j vvz pn31 n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi av d dt n2 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 169
3274 and track him in his most secret paths; to understand the reasons of Gods dealings, the tendencies and indications of them. and track him in his most secret paths; to understand the Reasons of God's dealings, the tendencies and indications of them. cc n1 pno31 p-acp po31 av-ds j-jn n2; pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 n2-vvg, dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 169
3275 But oh! the depth of the wisdom and knowledg of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, But o! the depth of the Wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable Are his Judgments, cc-acp uh! dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-crq j vbr po31 n2, (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 169
3276 and his ways past sinding out! Let me offer you two or three Meditations to give check to this lust. and his ways passed sinding out! Let me offer you two or three Meditations to give check to this lust. cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av! vvb pno11 vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 325 Page 169
3277 1. It is an unprofitable labour. It is a labour; much study is a weariness to the flesh: 1. It is an unprofitable labour. It is a labour; much study is a weariness to the Flesh: crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. pn31 vbz dt n1; d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3278 and it is an unprofitable labour, by searching thou canst not find out what thou searchest for: and it is an unprofitable labour, by searching thou Canst not find out what thou searchest for: cc pn31 vbz dt j n1, p-acp vvg pns21 vm2 xx vvi av r-crq pns21 vvn c-acp: (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3279 Should a wise man utter vain knowledg (saith Eliphaz), Job 15.2? Should a wise man seek after knowledg in vain, Should a wise man utter vain knowledge (Says Eliphaz), Job 15.2? Should a wise man seek After knowledge in vain, vmd dt j n1 vvi j n1 (vvz np1), np1 crd? vmd dt j n1 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j, (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3280 and fill his belly with the east-wind? The boy in Plutarch carrying a covered dish, answered him well, that would know what was in it, by telling him, It was therefore covered that he might not know what was in it. and fill his belly with the East wind? The boy in Plutarch carrying a covered dish, answered him well, that would know what was in it, by telling him, It was Therefore covered that he might not know what was in it. cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 p-acp ng1 vvg dt j-vvn n1, vvd pno31 av, cst vmd vvi r-crq vbds p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg pno31, pn31 vbds av vvn cst pns31 vmd xx vvi r-crq vbds p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3281 God hath also his covered dishes, man will be enquiring what is in them; God hath also his covered Dishes, man will be inquiring what is in them; np1 vhz av po31 j-vvn n2, n1 vmb vbi vvg r-crq vbz p-acp pno32; (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3282 but he ought to know that God hath therefore covered them, that he might not know, but he ought to know that God hath Therefore covered them, that he might not know, cc-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz av vvn pno32, cst pns31 vmd xx vvi, (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3283 and therefore it is but a vain thing for him to enquire and ask. and Therefore it is but a vain thing for him to inquire and ask. cc av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3284 Should a Christian, an understanding Christian, busie himself in searching out that which he cannot find out, Should a Christian, an understanding Christian, busy himself in searching out that which he cannot find out, vmd dt np1, dt j-vvg njp, j px31 p-acp vvg av cst r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi av, (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3285 when he hath wearied himself in a long and vain enquiry? as soon may you track an Eagle in the air, when he hath wearied himself in a long and vain enquiry? as soon may you track an Eagl in the air, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt j cc j n1? c-acp av vmb pn22 n1 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3286 or a Ship on the Sea, as God in the ways and methods of his Providence: or a Ship on the Sea, as God in the ways and methods of his Providence: cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3287 such knowledg, when you have done what you can, will prove too wonderful for you. such knowledge, when you have done what you can, will prove too wondered for you. d n1, c-crq pn22 vhb vdn r-crq pn22 vmb, vmb vvi av j c-acp pn22. (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3288 No wise man will labour in vain, and spend his time, and his wit, and parts to find out that, which he is assured he shall never find out by enquiry. No wise man will labour in vain, and spend his time, and his wit, and parts to find out that, which he is assured he shall never find out by enquiry. uh-dx j n1 vmb vvi p-acp j, cc vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n1, cc n2 pc-acp vvi av d, r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pns31 vmb av-x vvi av p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 326 Page 169
3289 2. You shall observe our blessed Lord continually checking such enquirers: one while putting them off, and directing them to more profitable employment for their thoughts; 2. You shall observe our blessed Lord continually checking such enquirers: one while putting them off, and directing them to more profitable employment for their thoughts; crd pn22 vmb vvi po12 j-vvn n1 av-j vvg d n2: crd n1 vvg pno32 a-acp, cc vvg pno32 p-acp av-dc j n1 p-acp po32 n2; (17) sermon (DIV3) 327 Page 169
3290 as when they asked him, If there were few that should be saved, he bids them strive to enter in at the strait gate, Luk 13.21, 22. When they asked him, Matth. 24.3. When shall these things be? He replyeth, Take heed that no man deceive you: as when they asked him, If there were few that should be saved, he bids them strive to enter in At the strait gate, Luk 13.21, 22. When they asked him, Matthew 24.3. When shall these things be? He Replieth, Take heed that no man deceive you: c-acp c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, cs pc-acp vbdr d cst vmd vbi vvn, pns31 vvz pno32 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd, crd c-crq pns32 vvd pno31, np1 crd. c-crq vmb d n2 vbi? pns31 vvz, vvb n1 cst dx n1 vvi pn22: (17) sermon (DIV3) 327 Page 169
3291 sometimes he chideth them, Acts 1.4, 5. It is not for you to know the times and seasons. When Peter asked, John 21.21. And what shall this man do? Christ answereth, If I will, that he tarry until I come, What is that to thee? Follow thou me. sometime he chideth them, Acts 1.4, 5. It is not for you to know the times and seasons. When Peter asked, John 21.21. And what shall this man do? christ Answers, If I will, that he tarry until I come, What is that to thee? Follow thou me. av pns31 vvz pno32, n2 crd, crd pn31 vbz xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2. c-crq np1 vvd, np1 crd. cc q-crq vmb d n1 vdb? np1 vvz, cs pns11 vmb, cst pns31 vvb c-acp pns11 vvb, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno21? vvb pns21 pno11. (17) sermon (DIV3) 327 Page 169
3292 3. Lastly, It commonly produceth error in our imaginations, vain thoughts, bold determinations of the Councels of God, groundless prophecies, erroneous apprehensions both of God, and of his ways. 3. Lastly, It commonly Produceth error in our Imaginations, vain thoughts, bold determinations of the Counsels of God, groundless prophecies, erroneous apprehensions both of God, and of his ways. crd ord, pn31 av-j vvz n1 p-acp po12 n2, j n2, j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, j n2, j n2 d pp-f np1, cc pp-f po31 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3293 What strange effects have mens curious enquiries about the time for the calling of the Jews, the ruin of Antichrist, the day of Judgment produced in the world? What have men at last found out about them, that a wise man can set his foot upon? Verily they have laboured for the wind, What strange effects have men's curious Enquiries about the time for the calling of the jews, the ruin of Antichrist, the day of Judgement produced in the world? What have men At last found out about them, that a wise man can Set his foot upon? Verily they have laboured for the wind, q-crq j n2 vhb ng2 j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt np2, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq vhb n2 p-acp ord vvd av p-acp pno32, cst dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp? av-j pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3294 and filled their belly with the east-wind, and run themselves into a temptation to believe nothing of Scripture, and filled their belly with the East wind, and run themselves into a temptation to believe nothing of Scripture, cc vvd po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pix pp-f n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3295 because their mis-apprehensions about those dark portions of them, have failed them. Because their misapprehensions about those dark portions of them, have failed them. c-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j n2 pp-f pno32, vhb vvn pno32. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3296 There are some things, of which we may say, Bona coecitas est non videre, & quae scire non licet piè ignorance; There Are Some things, of which we may say, Bona coecitas est non To see, & Quae Scire non licet piè ignorance; pc-acp vbr d n2, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3297 It is a good blindness not to see them, but to be piously ignorant of what we cannot lawfully know. It is a good blindness not to see them, but to be piously ignorant of what we cannot lawfully know. pn31 vbz dt j n1 xx pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j j pp-f r-crq pns12 vmbx av-j vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3298 Let us labour to know God, and the Will of God so far as he hath revealed it. Let us labour to know God, and the Will of God so Far as he hath revealed it. vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi np1, cc dt vmb pp-f np1 av av-j c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3299 But for a knowledg of God in all his ways, for a perfect knowledg of him, it is too high, it is too wonderful for us: But for a knowledge of God in all his ways, for a perfect knowledge of him, it is too high, it is too wondered for us: p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno31, pn31 vbz av j, pn31 vbz av j p-acp pno12: (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3300 let us more study to love him, than to know him. By our understanding and comprehension of God, we draw God to us. let us more study to love him, than to know him. By our understanding and comprehension of God, we draw God to us. vvb pno12 dc n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cs pc-acp vvi pno31. p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb np1 p-acp pno12. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3301 By Love we pour our selves into the bosom of God. By Love we pour our selves into the bosom of God. p-acp vvb pns12 vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3302 Knowledg and Wisdom, let us have never such degrees of it, if love to God be not as the soul to give it life, signifie nothing; Knowledge and Wisdom, let us have never such Degrees of it, if love to God be not as the soul to give it life, signify nothing; n1 cc n1, vvb pno12 vhi av d n2 pp-f pn31, cs vvb p-acp np1 vbb xx p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, vvb pix; (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3303 and indeed Love is the end of all knowledg, and knowledg without Love is very unprofitable and insignificant. and indeed Love is the end of all knowledge, and knowledge without Love is very unprofitable and insignificant. cc av n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 p-acp n1 vbz av j cc j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3304 If (saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 13.) I knew all mysteries: yet if I have not love, I am but as a founding-brass, and as a tinkling-cymbal. If (Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 13.) I knew all Mysteres: yet if I have not love, I am but as a founding-brass, and as a tinkling-cymbal. cs (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd) pns11 vvd d n2: av cs pns11 vhb xx n1, pns11 vbm p-acp c-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 328 Page 170
3305 2. But in the second place. 2. But in the second place. crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 329 Page 170
3306 This discourse concerning the unsearchable things of Divine Providence, may serve to direct us as to much spiritual duty. This discourse Concerning the unsearchable things of Divine Providence, may serve to Direct us as to much spiritual duty. d n1 vvg dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp d j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 329 Page 170
3307 I will shew you this in four or five particulars: 1. The first is that of the Apostle, Rom. 12.3. NONLATINALPHABET, to be wise to sobriety. I will show you this in four or five particulars: 1. The First is that of the Apostle, Rom. 12.3., to be wise to sobriety. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d p-acp crd cc crd n2-j: crd dt ord vbz cst pp-f dt n1, np1 crd., pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 329 Page 170
3308 We translate it, Not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly. We translate it, Not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly. pns12 vvb pn31, xx pc-acp vvi pp-f px31 av-dc av-j cs pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av-j. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 170
3309 It may as well be translated, Not to be wise above what we ought to be wise, but to be wise soberly. The Apostle, Col. 2.18. makes an intruding into things which we have not seen, but a sign of ones being puft up with a fleshly mind. It may as well be translated, Not to be wise above what we ought to be wise, but to be wise soberly. The Apostle, Col. 2.18. makes an intruding into things which we have not seen, but a Signen of ones being puffed up with a fleshly mind. pn31 vmb a-acp av vbi vvn, xx pc-acp vbi j p-acp r-crq pns12 vmd pc-acp vbi j, cc-acp pc-acp vbi j av-j. dt n1, np1 crd. vvz dt j-vvg p-acp n2 r-crq pns12 vhb xx vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi2 vbg vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 170
3310 Augustine saith, when a thing is obscure, Et aperte divina Scriptura non subvenit, temere aliquid definire humana conjectura praesumit, Aug. And the Scripture doth not plainly help, humane Wisdom doth but presume, rashly to define any thing about it. Augustine Says, when a thing is Obscure, Et aperte Divine Scripture non subvenit, Temere Aliquid definire Humana conjectura praesumit, Aug. And the Scripture does not plainly help, humane Wisdom does but presume, rashly to define any thing about it. np1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vbz j, fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la j n1 fw-la fw-la vvb, np1 cc dt n1 vdz xx av-j vvi, j n1 vdz p-acp vvi, av-j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 171
3311 'Tis an excellent thing for a Christian to know his measures, not to reach at further degrees of knowledg, about the secret things of God, It's an excellent thing for a Christian to know his measures, not to reach At further Degrees of knowledge, about the secret things of God, pn31|vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt njp pc-acp vvi po31 n2, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp jc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 171
3312 than it hath pleased God in his Word to communicate unto us: that is the true boundary of spiritual knowledg. than it hath pleased God in his Word to communicate unto us: that is the true boundary of spiritual knowledge. cs pn31 vhz vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12: d vbz dt j j pp-f j n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 171
3313 But I shall not inlarge upon this. But I shall not enlarge upon this. p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 171
3314 This is now opposite to that curiosity, which I largely reflected upon under the first head of Application. This is now opposite to that curiosity, which I largely reflected upon under the First head of Application. d vbz av j-jn p-acp d n1, r-crq pns11 av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 330 Page 171
3315 2. This in the second place calleth to us for a deep adoration, and veneration of God. This is one reason why the Lord hath made his judgments so unsearchable, his ways past finding out. 2. This in the second place calls to us for a deep adoration, and veneration of God. This is one reason why the Lord hath made his Judgments so unsearchable, his ways passed finding out. crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. d vbz crd n1 c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n2 av j, po31 n2 p-acp vvg av. (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3316 An holy, and humble admiration of God, is one piece of that homage, which our souls owe to God: an holy, and humble admiration of God, is one piece of that homage, which our Souls owe to God: dt j, cc j n1 pp-f np1, vbz crd n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq po12 n2 vvb p-acp np1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3317 He is to be admired of all them that believe, 2 Thes. 1.10. All admiration is the daughter of some ignorance, we seldom, or very little admire what we fully and perfectly understand. He is to be admired of all them that believe, 2 Thebes 1.10. All admiration is the daughter of Some ignorance, we seldom, or very little admire what we Fully and perfectly understand. pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d pno32 cst vvb, crd np1 crd. av-d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns12 av, cc av av-j vvi r-crq pns12 av-j cc av-j vvi. (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3318 The unsearchableness of God in his ways, makes him the true and proper object of our admiration, The Unsearchableness of God in his ways, makes him the true and proper Object of our admiration, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n2, vvz pno31 dt j cc j n1 pp-f po12 n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3319 and admiration giveth God the honour of his unsearchableness. Take heed of denying, or disputing what the Scriptures reveal of God, and admiration gives God the honour of his Unsearchableness. Take heed of denying, or disputing what the Scriptures reveal of God, cc n1 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. vvb n1 pp-f vvg, cc vvg r-crq dt n2 vvb pp-f np1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3320 because you cannot comprehend and fathom it. Because you cannot comprehend and fathom it. c-acp pn22 vmbx vvi cc vvb pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3321 Where you cannot comprehend him, there it is your duty to adore, and to admire him. Where you cannot comprehend him, there it is your duty to adore, and to admire him. c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi pno31, a-acp pn31 vbz po22 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 331 Page 171
3322 3. This Proposition calleth aloud to all, To take heed of making the motions and issues of Providence, the rule and guide of their actions. 3. This Proposition calls aloud to all, To take heed of making the motions and issues of Providence, the Rule and guide of their actions. crd d n1 vvz av p-acp d, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 332 Page 171
3323 We are to follow the rule of the word, not the windings of Providence. I told you before, that Providence is like a man of business, that carrieth a great many designs in his head at once, and seldom keepeth his road: We Are to follow the Rule of the word, not the windings of Providence. I told you before, that Providence is like a man of business, that Carrieth a great many designs in his head At once, and seldom Keepeth his road: pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx dt j-vvg pp-f n1. pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, cst n1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz dt j d n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp a-acp, cc av vvz po31 n1: (17) sermon (DIV3) 332 Page 171
3324 he that will bear such a man company to London, or any other place, which is the ultimate end of his journy, may go a great deal out of his way, he that will bear such a man company to London, or any other place, which is the ultimate end of his journey, may go a great deal out of his Way, pns31 cst vmb vvi d dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, cc d j-jn n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb vvi dt j n1 av pp-f po31 n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 332 Page 171
3325 and where he hath nothing to do, and be a great while longer than he need, before he cometh there; and where he hath nothing to do, and be a great while longer than he need, before he comes there; cc c-crq pns31 vhz pix pc-acp vdi, cc vbb dt j n1 av-jc cs pns31 vvb, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp; (17) sermon (DIV3) 332 Page 171
3326 neither must the opportunities which Providence offereth be always taken, nor conclusions be made from the successes or frowns of it. neither must the opportunities which Providence Offereth be always taken, nor conclusions be made from the Successes or frowns of it. dx vmb dt n2 r-crq n1 vvz vbb av vvn, ccx n2 vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (17) sermon (DIV3) 332 Page 171
3327 4. Learn hence to take heed of raising either too sweet, or too bitter conclusions for, 4. Learn hence to take heed of raising either too sweet, or too bitter conclusions for, crd np1 av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg d av j, cc av j n2 p-acp, (17) sermon (DIV3) 333 Page 171
3328 or against your selves, from the Providences of God. The indications, reasons, tendencies of Providence are all unsearchable things. or against your selves, from the Providences of God. The indications, Reasons, tendencies of Providence Are all unsearchable things. cc p-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. dt n2, n2, n2 pp-f n1 vbr d j n2. (17) sermon (DIV3) 333 Page 171
3329 Love or hatred cannot be concluded from what is before you in this life. Providence carrieth many to hell by a gale of prosperity; Love or hatred cannot be concluded from what is before you in this life. Providence Carrieth many to hell by a gale of Prosperity; n1 cc n1 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp r-crq vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. n1 vvz d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 333 Page 172
3330 and others into heaven by a whirlwind of adversity; and Others into heaven by a whirlwind of adversity; cc n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 333 Page 172
3331 the way to heaven is by much tribulation: some are scourged into heaven, others go leaping and dancing into the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone. the Way to heaven is by much tribulation: Some Are scourged into heaven, Others go leaping and dancing into the lake, which burns with fire and brimstone. dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz p-acp d n1: d vbr vvn p-acp n1, n2-jn vvb vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 333 Page 172
3332 5. Lastly, Though it be our duty to be wise unto sobriety, and not to search curiously into what God hideth from us, 5. Lastly, Though it be our duty to be wise unto sobriety, and not to search curiously into what God Hideth from us, crd ord, cs pn31 vbi po12 n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, cc xx pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno12, (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3333 though we cannot make either the motions or issues of Providence, the rule of our duty or action, though we cannot make either the motions or issues of Providence, the Rule of our duty or actium, cs pns12 vmbx vvi d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3334 because in our appearance, it sometimes pointeth one way, when the rule of the word directeth us another; Because in our appearance, it sometime pointeth one Way, when the Rule of the word directeth us Another; c-acp p-acp po12 n1, pn31 av vvz crd n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno12 n-jn; (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3335 yet it is our duty to observe the motions and passages of Divine Providence, to behold, observe, ponder them, yet it is our duty to observe the motions and passages of Divine Providence, to behold, observe, ponder them, av pn31 vbz po12 n1 p-acp vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb pno32, (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3336 and to lay them up in our hearts. Now what observation of Providence is our duty; and to lay them up in our hearts. Now what observation of Providence is our duty; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp po12 n2. av q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vbz po12 n1; (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3337 or what observable things there are in the workings and motions of Divine Providence, must be the subject of a far larger discourse. or what observable things there Are in the workings and motions of Divine Providence, must be the Subject of a Far larger discourse. cc r-crq j n2 pc-acp vbr p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb vbi dt n-jn pp-f dt av-j jc n1. (17) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 172
3338 SERMON XIV. Psal. CVII. 43. Who so is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XIV. Psalm CVII. 43. Who so is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq av vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 334 Page 173
3339 WHoso wistly casteth his eyes upon this Psalm, will find it from first to last a Song of Providence, intermixed with frequent exhortations or wishes, That men would praise the Lord for his goodness, WHoso wistly Cast his eyes upon this Psalm, will find it from First to last a Song of Providence, intermixed with frequent exhortations or wishes, That men would praise the Lord for his Goodness, r-crq av vvz po31 n2 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp ord pc-acp ord dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp j n2 cc n2, cst n2 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 335 Page 173
3340 and for his wonderful works to the children of men. My Text is the conclusion of this excellent Song, Whoso is wise, observeth these things. and for his wondered works to the children of men. My Text is the conclusion of this excellent Song, Whoso is wise, observeth these things. cc p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. po11 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1, r-crq vbz j, vvz d n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 335 Page 173
3341 The Prophet Hosea hath much such a conclusion of his Prophecy, Hos. 14.6. Who is wise, and he shall understand these things; The Prophet Hosea hath much such a conclusion of his Prophecy, Hos. 14.6. Who is wise, and he shall understand these things; dt n1 np1 vhz d d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. r-crq vbz j, cc pns31 vmb vvi d n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 335 Page 173
3342 prudent, and he shall know them? The Proposition of the Text is plainly this: prudent, and he shall know them? The Proposition of the Text is plainly this: j, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno32? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-j d: (18) sermon (DIV3) 335 Page 173
3344 and those that do it shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. The Proposition you see hath two Branches. and those that do it shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. The Proposition you see hath two Branches. cc d cst vdb pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 pn22 vvb vhz crd n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 336 Page 173
3345 1. That it is an argument of spiritual wisdom, to observe the motions of Divine Providence. 1. That it is an argument of spiritual Wisdom, to observe the motions of Divine Providence. crd cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 337 Page 173
3346 2. That he who doth observe them, shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. 2. That he who does observe them, shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. crd cst pns31 r-crq vdz vvi pno32, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 338 Page 173
3347 The work commended to us, is the observation of Providence. The honour and reward of the work is expressed in two things: 1. It speaketh a man wise, truly, spiritually wise. The work commended to us, is the observation of Providence. The honour and reward of the work is expressed in two things: 1. It speaks a man wise, truly, spiritually wise. dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp crd n2: crd pn31 vvz dt n1 j, av-j, av-j j. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 173
3348 2. He shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. 2. He shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. crd pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 173
3349 The word which we translate [ observeth ] is, NONLATINALPHABET, a word that signifies to keep, and to observe: it is often used in Scripture to signifie a keeping safely, The word which we translate [ observeth ] is,, a word that signifies to keep, and to observe: it is often used in Scripture to signify a keeping safely, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb [ vvz ] vbz,, dt n1 cst vvz p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb: pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg av-j, (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3350 and translated by the LXX by NONLATINALPHABET. He shall keep me in the way wherein I shall walk: and translated by the LXX by. He shall keep me in the Way wherein I shall walk: cc vvn p-acp dt crd p-acp. pns31 vmb vvi pno11 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vmb vvi: (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3351 and he that keepeth Israel, neither slumbereth nor sleepeth, Psal. 121.4. And he shall give his angels charge over thee, and they shall keep thee, Psal. 91.11. and he that Keepeth Israel, neither Slumbereth nor Sleepeth, Psalm 121.4. And he shall give his Angels charge over thee, and they shall keep thee, Psalm 91.11. cc pns31 cst vvz np1, av-dx vvz ccx vvz, np1 crd. cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 vvb p-acp pno21, cc pns32 vmb vvi pno21, np1 crd. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3352 In all those Texts the same word is used, sometimes it is used to signifie such a keeping of Gods Commandments, In all those Texts the same word is used, sometime it is used to signify such a keeping of God's commandments, p-acp d d n2 dt d n1 vbz vvn, av pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3353 as sheweth it self in practice, as in Deut. 6.17. and chap. 8.2. sometimes a keeping of them in our mind, as in that Text, Gen. 37.10. Jacob kept the saying, the LXX interpret it NONLATINALPHABET. as shows it self in practice, as in Deuteronomy 6.17. and chap. 8.2. sometime a keeping of them in our mind, as in that Text, Gen. 37.10. Jacob kept the saying, the LXX interpret it. c-acp vvz pn31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp np1 crd. cc n1 crd. av dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n1, c-acp p-acp d n1, np1 crd. np1 vvd dt vvg, dt crd vvb pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3354 Pagnine saith of it, Curam, sollicitudinem & diligentiam denotat, ne quid emittatur, elabatur aut excutiatur. Pagnine Says of it, Curam, sollicitudinem & diligentiam Denotat, ne quid emittatur, elabatur Or excutiatur. np1 vvz pp-f pn31, fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3355 It denotes care, sollicitude and diligence, that nothing slip out, or be let go, or shaken out. It denotes care, solicitude and diligence, that nothing slip out, or be let go, or shaken out. pn31 vvz n1, n1 cc n1, cst pix vvi av, cc vbi vvn vvi, cc vvn av. (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3356 In short, I conceive this duty of observing the works of the Lord, his great and various works of Providence, may be dispatched in three things: In short, I conceive this duty of observing the works of the Lord, his great and various works of Providence, may be dispatched in three things: p-acp j, pns11 vvb d n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, po31 j cc j n2 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 339 Page 174
3357 1. In a considerate beholding and looking upon them: 1. In a considerate beholding and looking upon them: crd p-acp dt j n-vvg cc vvg p-acp pno32: (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3358 Works of Providence, pass before our eyes every day, but the truth is, for the most part, we see, Works of Providence, pass before our eyes every day, but the truth is, for the most part, we see, vvz pp-f n1, vvb a-acp po12 n2 d n1, cc-acp dt n1 vbz, p-acp dt av-ds n1, pns12 vvb, (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3359 and do not see them, that is, we do not considerately, and deliberately fix our eyes upon them, and do not see them, that is, we do not considerately, and deliberately fix our eyes upon them, cc vdb xx vvi pno32, cst vbz, pns12 vdb xx av-j, cc av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno32, (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3360 and see them as the Lords works; and see them as the lords works; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3361 we see them as events in the world, but consider not the operation of Gods hands in them. we see them as events in the world, but Consider not the operation of God's hands in them. pns12 vvb pno32 c-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb xx dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3362 This is no observing of them. This is no observing of them. d vbz dx vvg pp-f pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3363 Observing them argues a fixing of the eye of the mind, as well as the body upon them, without which, a transient view of them, is of very little significancy and import unto men. Observing them argues a fixing of the eye of the mind, as well as the body upon them, without which, a Transient view of them, is of very little significancy and import unto men. vvg pno32 vvz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp av c-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp r-crq, dt j n1 pp-f pno32, vbz pp-f av j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 340 Page 174
3365 this is that which we call a remembring of them. The Lord doth his great work to be had in remembrance. this is that which we call a remembering of them. The Lord does his great work to be had in remembrance. d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb dt vvg pp-f pno32. dt n1 vdz po31 j n1 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 341 Page 174
3366 This is a consequent of the other, we remember little of those things we only cursorily view as they come before us: This is a consequent of the other, we Remember little of those things we only cursorily view as they come before us: d vbz dt j pp-f dt n-jn, pns12 vvb j pp-f d n2 pns12 av-j av-j vvi c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno12: (18) sermon (DIV3) 341 Page 174
3367 but when we six our eyes upon them, and apply our minds to the knowledg of them, then we remember them. but when we six our eyes upon them, and apply our minds to the knowledge of them, then we Remember them. cc-acp c-crq pns12 crd po12 n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cs pns12 vvb pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 341 Page 174
3368 3. In a continued and repeated view of them, and reflexion upon them. 3. In a continued and repeated view of them, and reflection upon them. crd p-acp dt j-vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f pno32, cc n1 p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 342 Page 174
3369 That man that suffereth not the great and daily workings of Divine Providence to pass by his eyes, That man that suffers not the great and daily workings of Divine Providence to pass by his eyes, cst n1 cst vvz xx dt j cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 342 Page 174
3370 as a tale passeth through his ears, which he heedeth not, nor applieth his mind unto, as a tale passes through his ears, which he heedeth not, nor Applieth his mind unto, c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n2, r-crq pns31 vvz xx, ccx vvz po31 n1 p-acp, (18) sermon (DIV3) 342 Page 174
3371 but fixeth his eye and mind upon them, lodgeth them in his memory, frequently reflecteth upon them, repeateth and re-considereth them in his thoughts; but fixeth his eye and mind upon them, lodgeth them in his memory, frequently reflecteth upon them, repeateth and re-considereth them in his thoughts; cc-acp vvz po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n1, av-j vvz p-acp pno32, vvz cc j pno32 p-acp po31 n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 342 Page 174
3372 that is a wise man, and he shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord: And that brings me to the second Question in the Explication of the Proposition. that is a wise man, and he shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord: And that brings me to the second Question in the Explication of the Proposition. d vbz dt j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: cc cst vvz pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 342 Page 174
3373 Quest. 2. How is he wise? how is it an argument of wisdom? and doth he appear to be a wise man, who observeth these workings of Providence? Quest. 2. How is he wise? how is it an argument of Wisdom? and does he appear to be a wise man, who observeth these workings of Providence? n1. crd q-crq vbz pns31 j? q-crq vbz pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1? cc vdz pns31 vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1, r-crq vvz d n2 pp-f n1? (18) sermon (DIV3) 343 Page 175
3374 Wisdom is sometimes taken in a larger sense, so a knowing understanding man is a wise man; Wisdom is sometime taken in a larger sense, so a knowing understanding man is a wise man; n1 vbz av vvn p-acp dt jc n1, av dt j-vvg n1 n1 vbz dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 344 Page 175
3375 sometimes in a stricter sense, as it signifieth a practical habit, directing the life and conversation; sometimes as comprehending both, sometime in a Stricter sense, as it signifies a practical habit, directing the life and Conversation; sometime as comprehending both, av p-acp dt jc n1, c-acp pn31 vvz dt j n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1; av p-acp vvg av-d, (18) sermon (DIV3) 344 Page 175
3376 and so I shall take it in the Proposition. He is a wise man, he will have more knowledg and understanding than another man, and so I shall take it in the Proposition. He is a wise man, he will have more knowledge and understanding than Another man, cc av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1. pns31 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vmb vhi dc n1 cc n1 cs j-jn n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 344 Page 175
3377 and will know better how to order and direct himself in the several parts of his Conversation: and will know better how to order and Direct himself in the several parts of his Conversation: cc vmb vvi av-jc c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi px31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 344 Page 175
3378 1. He will be a more knowing and understanding man. We use to say, Experience is the mistris of fools: 1. He will be a more knowing and understanding man. We use to say, Experience is the mistress of Fools: crd pns31 vmb vbi dt av-dc vvg cc vvg n1. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3379 Experience maketh a fool wise, and indeed without it notions give little wisdom; Experience makes a fool wise, and indeed without it notions give little Wisdom; n1 vvz dt n1 j, cc av p-acp pn31 n2 vvb j n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3380 we speak in the commendation of the ablest persons, in any art or profession, such a one is an experienced man; and the more experienced any one is in his art, we speak in the commendation of the Ablest Persons, in any art or profession, such a one is an experienced man; and the more experienced any one is in his art, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2, p-acp d n1 cc n1, d dt pi vbz dt vvn n1; cc dt av-dc j-vvn d pi vbz p-acp po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3381 or course, the better you account him in it. or course, the better you account him in it. cc n1, dt jc pn22 vvb pno31 p-acp pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3382 Nothing is so well learned by rule and precept, as by example and president. Hence it is a common maxim of these times, That the study of books accomplisheth none so much, Nothing is so well learned by Rule and precept, as by Exampl and president. Hence it is a Common maxim of these times, That the study of books accomplisheth none so much, np1 vbz av av vvn p-acp vvi cc n1, a-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz pix av av-d, (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3383 as the study of men doth. Knowledg is much increased by experimental observation. By this, Much of the knowledg of God will be let into the soul. as the study of men does. Knowledge is much increased by experimental observation. By this, Much of the knowledge of God will be let into the soul. c-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vdz. n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp j n1. p-acp d, d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3384 We cannot see God as he is, in his own light we must behold him, in his word, and in his works. We cannot see God as he is, in his own Light we must behold him, in his word, and in his works. pns12 vmbx vvi np1 c-acp pns31 vbz, p-acp po31 d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno31, p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
4599 yea, and the particular person Cyrus, by whom God would deliver them. yea, and the particular person Cyrus, by whom God would deliver them. uh, cc dt j n1 np1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vmd vvi pno32. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
3385 From the Word of God we get a great knowledg of God, what he is as to his Divine Being, and in his glorious Attributes; but the knowledg which we have of God from his Word, is both confirmed in us, From the Word of God we get a great knowledge of God, what he is as to his Divine Being, and in his glorious Attributes; but the knowledge which we have of God from his Word, is both confirmed in us, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns31 vbz a-acp p-acp po31 j-jn vbg, cc p-acp po31 j n2; p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz d vvn p-acp pno12, (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3386 and increased by his works of Providence; and our observation of them, as well as of his great work of Creation. And that, and increased by his works of Providence; and our observation of them, as well as of his great work of Creation. And that, cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1; cc po12 n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp av c-acp pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f n1. cc d, (18) sermon (DIV3) 345 Page 175
3387 1. As they establish the Proposition of the word, and confirm our faith in it. Psal. 48.8. As we have heard, so haeve we seen in the city of our God, God will establish it for ever. 1. As they establish the Proposition of the word, and confirm our faith in it. Psalm 48.8. As we have herd, so haeve we seen in the City of our God, God will establish it for ever. crd c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvi po12 n1 p-acp pn31. np1 crd. c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, av vvb pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp av. (18) sermon (DIV3) 346 Page 175
3388 Demonstration confirms us in our notions. The Church had before learned it, that God would establish his Church; Demonstration confirms us in our notions. The Church had before learned it, that God would establish his Church; n1 vvz pno12 p-acp po12 n2. dt n1 vhd a-acp vvn pn31, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 346 Page 175
3389 but now they were confirmed in it, when they had seen it in the Works of Providence, what they had before heard from the mouth of Gods Prophets and Messengers: but now they were confirmed in it, when they had seen it in the Works of Providence, what they had before herd from the Mouth of God's prophets and Messengers: cc-acp av pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31, c-crq pns32 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp dt vvz pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 346 Page 176
3390 indeed a notion is but a probationer in our souls, until we come to have it established by Faith and Demonstration. indeed a notion is but a probationer in our Souls, until we come to have it established by Faith and Demonstration. av dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, c-acp pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi pn31 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 346 Page 176
3391 2. An observation of Providence doth also increase knowledg, as it expounds to us the word of God, 2. an observation of Providence does also increase knowledge, as it expounds to us the word of God, crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz av vvi n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 347 Page 176
3392 and giveth us a more certain, clear, and distinct knowledg of the revelations of it. and gives us a more certain, clear, and distinct knowledge of the revelations of it. cc vvz pno12 dt av-dc j, j, cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 347 Page 176
3393 We do not know how to expound some words of God, but as we are taught the meaning of them by his Providential Dispensations in the fulfilling of it. We do not know how to expound Some words of God, but as we Are taught the meaning of them by his Providential Dispensations in the fulfilling of it. pns12 vdb xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp c-acp pns12 vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 347 Page 176
3394 Gods dispensations in the world, both toward his Church, and the enemies and persecutors, help us to understand both his promises and his threatnings. God's dispensations in the world, both towards his Church, and the enemies and persecutors, help us to understand both his promises and his threatenings. npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1, av-d p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n2 cc n2, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 cc po31 n2-vvg. (18) sermon (DIV3) 347 Page 176
3395 2. He who observeth the motions of Divine Providence, will also know better how to order and direct his life. 2. He who observeth the motions of Divine Providence, will also know better how to order and Direct his life. crd pns31 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb av vvi av-jc c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3396 I told you, that Wisdom strictly taken, is a practical habit directing this: He that thus observeth, will best know how to order his Conversation. I told you, that Wisdom strictly taken, is a practical habit directing this: He that thus observeth, will best know how to order his Conversation. pns11 vvd pn22, cst n1 av-j vvn, vbz dt j n1 vvg d: pns31 cst av vvz, vmb av-js vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3397 But will some say, Is not this to make Providence our rule? I answer, It is one thing to make the Providence of God an argument to justifie our actions, which the word condemneth: But will Some say, Is not this to make Providence our Rule? I answer, It is one thing to make the Providence of God an argument to justify our actions, which the word Condemneth: cc-acp vmb d vvi, vbz xx d p-acp vvb n1 po12 n1? pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, r-crq dt n1 vvz: (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3398 Another thing to take occasions from Providence for the performance of our duty. Providence alone is no rule of our actions; another thing to take occasions from Providence for the performance of our duty. Providence alone is no Rule of our actions; j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. n1 av-j vbz dx n1 pp-f po12 n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3399 but the word, which is the rule of our actions, is more sealed and confirmed to us by Providence. but the word, which is the Rule of our actions, is more sealed and confirmed to us by Providence. cc-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz av-dc vvn cc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3400 Though Providences give no rule, yet they wonderfully confirm and establish a rule; Though Providences give no Rule, yet they wonderfully confirm and establish a Rule; cs n2 vvb dx n1, av pns32 av-j vvi cc vvi dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3401 when what we have read and heard in the word, we see in the dealings of God, it giveth a new life, when what we have read and herd in the word, we see in the dealings of God, it gives a new life, c-crq q-crq pns12 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, pn31 vvz dt j n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3424 And this was the great aggravation of the sin of the Pharisees and the Jews, that lived in the time, And this was the great aggravation of the since of the Pharisees and the jews, that lived in the time, cc d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np1 cc dt np2, cst vvd p-acp dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3402 and makes a new impression of the rule upon our hearts. God hath said, Blood-thirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days: and makes a new impression of the Rule upon our hearts. God hath said, Bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days: cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. np1 vhz vvn, j cc j n2 vmb xx vvi av av-jn po32 n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3403 and honour thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God give thee. and honour thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God give thee. cc vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 po21 np1 vvb pno21. (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3404 Now when we see God cutting off cruel and bloody men in the strength of their years, Now when we see God cutting off cruel and bloody men in the strength of their Years, av c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vvg a-acp j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3405 or cutting off a stubborn and rebellious Child in his youth; or cutting off a stubborn and rebellious Child in his youth; cc vvg a-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3406 it wonderfully confirmeth the word to us, and helpeth us to guide our Conversation, so as we may not tread in their steps, it wonderfully confirmeth the word to us, and Helpeth us to guide our Conversation, so as we may not tread in their steps, pn31 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n1, av c-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3407 and be partakers of their Judgments. and be partakers of their Judgments. cc vbb n2 pp-f po32 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 348 Page 176
3408 2. Again, Though Providence be no rule as to particular actions, yet it is a great help to us, 2. Again, Though Providence be no Rule as to particular actions, yet it is a great help to us, crd av, cs n1 vbb dx n1 c-acp p-acp j n2, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 176
3409 as to the three great principles of all our spiritual actions: which are Faith, Fear, Love. as to the three great principles of all our spiritual actions: which Are Faith, fear, Love. c-acp p-acp dt crd j n2 pp-f d po12 j n2: r-crq vbr n1, n1, n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 176
3410 It is true, the Proposition of the word is the object of our Faith; It is true, the Proposition of the word is the Object of our Faith; pn31 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 176
3411 when a soul giveth assent to the Proposition of the word, because of the Authority of God, who hath revealed it: when a soul gives assent to the Proposition of the word, Because of the authority of God, who hath revealed it: c-crq dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pn31: (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 176
3412 and this is the reason why wicked men, though they have the Scriptures as well as others, and this is the reason why wicked men, though they have the Scriptures as well as Others, cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq j n2, cs pns32 vhb dt n2 c-acp av c-acp n2-jn, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3413 yet walk not in the light of them, because they believe them not, they assent not to the Propositions of Truth that are revealed in them; yet walk not in the Light of them, Because they believe them not, they assent not to the Propositions of Truth that Are revealed in them; av vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 xx, pns32 vvi xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cst vbr vvn p-acp pno32; (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3414 but either say in their heart, That it is but the fancy and invention of men, but either say in their heart, That it is but the fancy and invention of men, cc-acp d vvb p-acp po32 n1, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3415 or else flatter themselves with the hopes of impunity, saying with those in Deuteronomy, That they shall have peace, or Else flatter themselves with the hope's of impunity, saying with those in Deuteronomy, That they shall have peace, cc av vvi px32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp d p-acp np1, cst pns32 vmb vhi n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3416 although they walk according to the imaginations of their own hearts. although they walk according to the Imaginations of their own hearts. cs pns32 vvb vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3417 But now when a man observeth the Providence of God exemplifying, and verifying the Word of God; But now when a man observeth the Providence of God exemplifying, and verifying the Word of God; p-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 j-vvg, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3418 it much helps his faith in the word, especially as to those in whose heart God hath wrought a previous habit of Faith. it much helps his faith in the word, especially as to those in whose heart God hath wrought a previous habit of Faith. pn31 av-d vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j c-acp p-acp d p-acp rg-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3419 It is true, in this case the Providences of God will do little alone: we have the words of Christ, They have Moses and the Prophets: It is true, in this case the Providences of God will do little alone: we have the words of christ, They have Moses and the prophets: pn31 vbz j, p-acp d n1 dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vdi j j: pns12 vhb dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vhb np1 cc dt n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3420 if they will not believe, they will not believe if one should rise from the dead: if they will not believe, they will not believe if one should rise from the dead: cs pns32 vmb xx vvi, pns32 vmb xx vvi cs pi vmd vvi p-acp dt j: (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3421 But where a soul is first taught of God to give a credit to his word, But where a soul is First taught of God to give a credit to his word, cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz ord vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3422 if his faith be weak and languid, the exemplifying of the thing revealed in the Word of God, by the issues of Providence, tendeth much to the confirmation of the souls faith and assent; if his faith be weak and languid, the exemplifying of the thing revealed in the Word of God, by the issues of Providence, tendeth much to the confirmation of the Souls faith and assent; cs po31 n1 vbb j cc j-jn, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 cc n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3423 and therefore it is laid to the charge of the Israelites, as a great aggravation of their sins, That they believed not for all his wondrous works. and Therefore it is laid to the charge of the Israelites, as a great aggravation of their Sins, That they believed not for all his wondrous works. cc av pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, cst pns32 vvd xx p-acp d po31 j n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3426 that although the Providence of God had declared Christ to be the Son of God, by his doing such works, that although the Providence of God had declared christ to be the Son of God, by his doing such works, cst cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 vdg d n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3427 as no man ever did, and by such evident signs and tokens, as never before were declared as to any man, as no man ever did, and by such evident Signs and tokens, as never before were declared as to any man, c-acp dx n1 av vdd, cc p-acp d j n2 cc n2, c-acp av-x a-acp vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3428 yet they believed him not to be the Son of God. yet they believed him not to be the Son of God. av pns32 vvd pno31 xx pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 349 Page 177
3429 2. As Faith is one great principle of all our spiritual actions, so Fear is another. 2. As Faith is one great principle of all our spiritual actions, so fear is Another. crd p-acp n1 vbz pi j n1 pp-f d po12 j n2, av vvb vbz j-jn. (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3430 Now the observing of Divine Providences much conduceth to this: Now the observing of Divine Providences much conduceth to this: av dt vvg pp-f j-jn n2 av-d vvz p-acp d: (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3431 It is particularly remark't by the Holy Ghost, upon the sudden death of Ananias and Saphira, That a great fear came upon all the Church, It is particularly remarked by the Holy Ghost, upon the sudden death of Ananias and Sapphira, That a great Fear Come upon all the Church, pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, cst dt j n1 vvd p-acp d dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3432 and upon as many as heard of those things: and upon as many as herd of those things: cc p-acp p-acp d c-acp vvd pp-f d n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3433 And in the Law of Moses you shall find God commanding exemplary Justice to be done upon some remarkable offenders for this very end, That all Israel might hear and fear. And in the Law of Moses you shall find God commanding exemplary justice to be done upon Some remarkable offenders for this very end, That all Israel might hear and Fear. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vmb vvi np1 vvg j n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d j n2 p-acp d j n1, cst d np1 vmd vvi cc vvi. (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3434 It is particularly said, Jonah 1.16. It is particularly said, Jonah 1.16. pn31 vbz av-j vvn, np1 crd. (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3435 When Jonah had told them the cause of the storm, and they had thrown him over-board; When Jonah had told them the cause of the storm, and they had thrown him overboard; c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vhd vvn pno31 av; (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3436 Then the men feared the Lord exceedingly, and offered sacrifices, and made vows. Then the men feared the Lord exceedingly, and offered Sacrifices, and made vows. av dt n2 vvd dt n1 av-vvg, cc vvd n2, cc vvd n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 177
3437 Severe Providences without the word make men startle, and put them into a passion of fear; Severe Providences without the word make men startle, and put them into a passion of Fear; j n2 p-acp dt n1 vvb n2 vvi, cc vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 178
3438 but when they follow a word of threatning, and they do but see God doing what in his word he hath said he will do: but when they follow a word of threatening, and they do but see God doing what in his word he hath said he will do: cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg, cc pns32 vdb p-acp vvi n1 vdg q-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhz vvn pns31 vmb vdi: (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 178
3439 this must needs have a great power and influence upon the heart, especially upon the hearts of such as before had an habit of Divine Fear wrought in them, this must needs have a great power and influence upon the heart, especially upon the hearts of such as before had an habit of Divine fear wrought in them, d vmb av vhi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f d c-acp a-acp vhd dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno32, (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 178
3440 though it were smothered with the ashes of too much carnal security. 3. Love to God is a third principle of spiritual action: though it were smothered with the Ashes of too much carnal security. 3. Love to God is a third principle of spiritual actium: cs pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f av d j n1. crd vvb p-acp np1 vbz dt ord n1 pp-f j n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 350 Page 178
3441 an habit wrought in the soul of every Child of God, but not at all times so lively, an habit wrought in the soul of every Child of God, but not At all times so lively, dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp xx p-acp d n2 av j, (18) sermon (DIV3) 351 Page 178
3442 and quick, and working as it ought to be. and quick, and working as it ought to be. cc j, cc vvg c-acp pn31 vmd pc-acp vbi. (18) sermon (DIV3) 351 Page 178
3443 Now the observation of Gods good and gracious Providences, serves hugely to excite it, and to blow up the Coals of it in the soul, Psal. 37.23. O love you the Lord all his Saints! Now the observation of God's good and gracious Providences, serves hugely to excite it, and to blow up the Coals of it in the soul, Psalm 37.23. Oh love you the Lord all his Saints! av dt n1 pp-f npg1 j cc j n2, vvz av-j pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. uh vvb pn22 dt n1 d po31 n2! (18) sermon (DIV3) 351 Page 178
3444 for the Lord preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. for the Lord Preserveth the faithful, and plentifully Rewardeth the proud doer. p-acp dt n1 vvz dt j, cc av-j vvz dt j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 351 Page 178
3445 But this will be further enlarged upon in my discourse upon the second branch of the Proposition, which I now come to discourse upon. But this will be further enlarged upon in my discourse upon the second branch of the Proposition, which I now come to discourse upon. p-acp d vmb vbi av-jc vvn p-acp p-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp. (18) sermon (DIV3) 351 Page 178
3446 Mem. 2. Whoso observeth the Providences of God, he shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. Mem. 2. Whoso observeth the Providences of God, he shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. np1 crd r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 352 Page 178
3447 I take the word understand here to signifie three things: 1. Knowledg. 2. A more clear and distinct knowledg. I take the word understand Here to signify three things: 1. Knowledge. 2. A more clear and distinct knowledge. pns11 vvb dt n1 vvb av pc-acp vvi crd n2: crd n1. crd dt av-dc j cc j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 353 Page 178
3448 3. A more demonstrative and experimental knowledg. 1. He shall know the loving-kindness of the Lord; 3. A more demonstrative and experimental knowledge. 1. He shall know the Lovingkindness of the Lord; crd dt av-dc j cc j n1. crd pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 353 Page 178
3449 understand it with reference to the Church and People of God: understand it with Referente to the Church and People of God: vvb pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3450 for Gods Providence is like the Cloud, which conducted the Israelites out of Egypt, and through the Red-sea; for God's Providence is like the Cloud, which conducted the Israelites out of Egypt, and through the Red sea; p-acp ng1 n1 vbz av-j dt n1, r-crq vvd dt np1 av pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt np1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3451 it hath a light-side, which hath an aspect upon Gods Israel, and it hath a black and dark-side towards his enemies. it hath a light-side, which hath an aspect upon God's Israel, and it hath a black and dark-side towards his enemies. pn31 vhz dt n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 p-acp npg1 np1, cc pn31 vhz dt j-jn cc n1 p-acp po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3452 Now he who observeth Divine Providence, will know this, That all the ways of the Lord are mercy, Now he who observeth Divine Providence, will know this, That all the ways of the Lord Are mercy, av pns31 r-crq vvz j-jn n1, vmb vvi d, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3453 and truth to those that fear God, Psal. 25.10. A slight and transient view of Divine Providence, will not bring a man to the knowledg of this; and truth to those that Fear God, Psalm 25.10. A slight and Transient view of Divine Providence, will not bring a man to the knowledge of this; cc n1 p-acp d cst vvb np1, np1 crd. dt j cc j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d; (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3454 but a wist view and observation of Divine Providence in the course and series of it will do it. but a wist view and observation of Divine Providence in the course and series of it will do it. cc-acp dt vvd n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vdi pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3455 The word of God speaketh much of the Love and Favour of God to his People. The word of God speaks much of the Love and Favour of God to his People. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3456 Providence to the strict and constant observer of it, will confirm all these words: Providence to the strict and constant observer of it, will confirm all these words: n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, vmb vvi d d n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3457 God himself (speaking after the manner of men to Abraham ) speaks as if he had not known his love and obedience to him, till he had made an experiment of it, God himself (speaking After the manner of men to Abraham) speaks as if he had not known his love and Obedience to him, till he had made an experiment of it, np1 px31 (vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1) vvz p-acp cs pns31 vhd xx vvn po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31, (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 178
3458 and saw that he would not have withheld from him his Son, even his only Son. We know nothing of the loving-kindness of God, and saw that he would not have withheld from him his Son, even his only Son. We know nothing of the Lovingkindness of God, cc vvd cst pns31 vmd xx vhi vvn p-acp pno31 po31 n1, av po31 j n1 pns12 vvb pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 179
3459 before we see it experimented, and brought into demonstration, in comparison with what we know upon such an evidence: before we see it experimented, and brought into demonstration, in comparison with what we know upon such an evidence: c-acp pns12 vvb pn31 vvd, cc vvd p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d dt n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 179
3460 and this we gain by our considerate observation of the motions of Divine Providence. and this we gain by our considerate observation of the motions of Divine Providence. cc d pns12 vvb p-acp po12 j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 354 Page 179
3461 2. He who observeth the motions of Providence, shall have a more distinct knowledg of the loving-kindness of God. 2. He who observeth the motions of Providence, shall have a more distinct knowledge of the Lovingkindness of God. crd pns31 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb vhi dt av-dc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3462 He shall not only know that God is good to Israel, and to all that are of a clean heart; He shall not only know that God is good to Israel, and to all that Are of a clean heart; pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi cst np1 vbz j p-acp np1, cc p-acp d cst vbr pp-f dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3463 but he shall also see something of the Methods of God in the exercise of his loving-kindness. but he shall also see something of the Methods of God in the exercise of his Lovingkindness. cc-acp pns31 vmb av vvi pi pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3464 When we speak of the Love and Favour of God to his People, we are prone to understand by it, nothing but pleasing Providences, grateful to our senses: When we speak of the Love and Favour of God to his People, we Are prove to understand by it, nothing but pleasing Providences, grateful to our Senses: c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pix cc-acp vvg n2, j p-acp po12 n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3465 now the loving-kindness of God is not only seen in pleasing dispensations, but in adverse Providences also; now the Lovingkindness of God is not only seen in pleasing dispensations, but in adverse Providences also; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp j-vvg n2, cc-acp p-acp j n2 av; (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3466 Whom he loveth, he chasteneth, and scourgeth every child whom he receiveth: All things are yours (saith the Apostle). Whom he loves, he Chasteneth, and scourges every child whom he receives: All things Are yours (Says the Apostle). ro-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz: d n2 vbr png22 (vvz dt n1). (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3467 This knowledg must be gained by observation. Sense looks upon cross dispensations of Providence, and it may be Reason judging of them from present appearances, This knowledge must be gained by observation. Sense looks upon cross dispensations of Providence, and it may be Reason judging of them from present appearances, d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. n1 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi n1 vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp j n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3468 and effects, cryeth out, All these things are against me: Here is nothing of promised loving-kindness in all this. and effects, Cries out, All these things Are against me: Here is nothing of promised Lovingkindness in all this. cc n2, vvz av, d d n2 vbr p-acp pno11: av vbz pix pp-f j-vvn n1 p-acp d d. (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3469 Is his mercy clean gone? doth his promise fail for evermore? But whoso observeth Divine Providence, will in these things also understand the loving-kindness of the Lord, Is his mercy clean gone? does his promise fail for evermore? But whoso observeth Divine Providence, will in these things also understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord, vbz po31 n1 av-j vvn? vdz po31 n1 vvi p-acp av? cc-acp r-crq vvz j-jn n1, vmb p-acp d n2 av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3470 and know that it is the method of Divine Providence, to deal out the loving-kindness of God to the Souls of his People, through crosses and tryals, and know that it is the method of Divine Providence, to deal out the Lovingkindness of God to the Souls of his People, through Crosses and trials, cc vvb cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n2 cc n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3471 and afflictions, in a way, which at present they do not understand and know, but shall know hereafter. and afflictions, in a Way, which At present they do not understand and know, but shall know hereafter. cc n2, p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp j pns32 vdb xx vvi cc vvi, cc-acp vmb vvi av. (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3472 No affliction (saith the Apostle) is joyous at present, but grievous; No affliction (Says the Apostle) is joyous At present, but grievous; dx n1 (vvz dt n1) vbz j p-acp j, cc-acp j; (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3473 but it bringeth forth afterward, the peaceable fruit of righteousness, to them that are exercised thereby, Heb. 12.11. 3. Ʋnderstanding (thirdly) may signifie experience; and indeed, there is no such understanding as experience gives. but it brings forth afterwards, the peaceable fruit of righteousness, to them that Are exercised thereby, Hebrew 12.11. 3. Ʋnderstanding (Thirdly) may signify experience; and indeed, there is no such understanding as experience gives. cc-acp pn31 vvz av av, dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn av, np1 crd. crd vvg (ord) vmb vvi n1; cc av, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp n1 vvz. (18) sermon (DIV3) 355 Page 179
3474 Every Child of God that observeth Divine Providence, shall find it (let the wind of it blow which way it will) giving him an experiment and demonstration of the Love of God to his Soul. But thus much shall serve to have spoken to the Explication of this Proposition in both branches. Every Child of God that observeth Divine Providence, shall find it (let the wind of it blow which Way it will) giving him an experiment and demonstration of the Love of God to his Soul. But thus much shall serve to have spoken to the Explication of this Proposition in both branches. np1 n1 pp-f np1 cst vvz j-jn n1, vmb vvi pn31 (vvd dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvi r-crq n1 pn31 vmb) vvg pno31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 356 Page 179
3475 I come to the proof of it, to shew you how it appeareth, That he who observeth the motions of Divine Providence, I come to the proof of it, to show you how it appears, That he who observeth the motions of Divine Providence, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq pn31 vvz, cst pns31 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 356 Page 179
3476 and he alone shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. It will appear to you if you but consider, and he alone shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. It will appear to you if you but Consider, cc pns31 av-j vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cs pn22 cc-acp vvb, (18) sermon (DIV3) 356 Page 180
3477 1. That however things go in the course of Providence; 1. That however things go in the course of Providence; crd d c-acp n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3478 yet it is most certain that they are mercy, and truth to them who fear God. yet it is most certain that they Are mercy, and truth to them who Fear God. av pn31 vbz av-ds j cst pns32 vbr n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3479 For this we have a certain word: For this we have a certain word: p-acp d pns12 vhb dt j n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3480 Psalm 25.10, All the paths of the Lord are mercy, and truth unto such as keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies. Psalm 25.10, All the paths of the Lord Are mercy, and truth unto such as keep his Covenant, and his Testimonies. n1 crd, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr n1, cc n1 p-acp d c-acp vvi po31 n1, cc po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3481 And again, Psalm 73.1, Truly God is good to Israel. And again, Psalm 73.1, Truly God is good to Israel. cc av, n1 crd, av-j np1 vbz j p-acp np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3482 In my former Discourse, I shewed you three Objects of special Providence: 1. Rational creatures are a more special object of Providence, In my former Discourse, I showed you three Objects of special Providence: 1. Rational creatures Are a more special Object of Providence, p-acp po11 j n1, pns11 vvd pn22 crd n2 pp-f j n1: crd j n2 vbr dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3483 than either inanimate or brute creatures. 2. Amongst rational Creatures, those men and women in the World which make up the Church, are more peculiar, than either inanimate or brutus creatures. 2. among rational Creatures, those men and women in the World which make up the Church, Are more peculiar, cs d j cc n1 n2. crd p-acp j n2, d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvb a-acp dt n1, vbr av-dc j, (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3484 and special objects of Providence, than all others in the World. 3. Amongst them such as fear and love God in sincerity, are yet the more peculiar objects of Divine Providence; and special objects of Providence, than all Others in the World. 3. among them such as Fear and love God in sincerity, Are yet the more peculiar objects of Divine Providence; cc j n2 pp-f n1, cs d n2-jn p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp pno32 d c-acp vvb cc n1 np1 p-acp n1, vbr av dt av-dc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3485 and which God hath a most peculiar regard unto, which maketh a cogent argument to prove, That supposing the glory of God to be the great end of all his providential Dispensations; and which God hath a most peculiar regard unto, which makes a cogent argument to prove, That supposing the glory of God to be the great end of all his providential Dispensations; cc r-crq np1 vhz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f d po31 j n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3486 that the Providence of God must most eminently work for the good of these as being such, who most eminently serve the great end of his Glory. that the Providence of God must most eminently work for the good of these as being such, who most eminently serve the great end of his Glory. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-ds av-j vvi p-acp dt j pp-f d p-acp vbg d, r-crq av-ds av-j vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3487 So as he who observeth the motions of it, must needs by them understand the loving-kindness of the Lord towards them. So as he who observeth the motions of it, must needs by them understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord towards them. av c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz dt n2 pp-f pn31, vmb av p-acp pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 357 Page 180
3488 Secondly, The mercy and truth of Gods ways towards them that fear him, are not to be read in the surface of present Providences. Secondly, The mercy and truth of God's ways towards them that Fear him, Are not to be read in the surface of present Providences. ord, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3489 The dark side of the cloud, is sometimes towards the Israel of God; The dark side of the cloud, is sometime towards the Israel of God; dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz av p-acp dt np1 pp-f np1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3490 and at such a time it must be by Faith, that we understand that the ways, all the ways of the Lord, are mercy and truth toward his own people. and At such a time it must be by Faith, that we understand that the ways, all the ways of the Lord, Are mercy and truth towards his own people. cc p-acp d dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cst pns12 vvb cst dt n2, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3491 Who could read the loving-kindness of the Lord towards Israel, while they were in Egypt, serving at the Brick-kilns, Who could read the Lovingkindness of the Lord towards Israel, while they were in Egypt, serving At the Brick-kilns, q-crq vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cs pns32 vbdr p-acp np1, vvg p-acp dt j, (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3492 and under their great oppression there? but he who observed the Providence of God, and under their great oppression there? but he who observed the Providence of God, cc p-acp po32 j n1 a-acp? cc-acp pns31 r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3493 thus working to make them willing to go out, and take possession of the promised Land, he might understand this. thus working to make them willing to go out, and take possession of the promised Land, he might understand this. av vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 j pc-acp vvi av, cc vvb n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pns31 vmd vvi d. (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3494 It is not every motion of Providence, but the issues of it, that demonstrate all the ways of the Lord to be mercy and truth; It is not every motion of Providence, but the issues of it, that demonstrate all the ways of the Lord to be mercy and truth; pn31 vbz xx d n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, cst vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi n1 cc n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3495 and this evinceth to us, that an observation of the motions of Divine Providence, yea, and this evinceth to us, that an observation of the motions of Divine Providence, yea, cc d vvz p-acp pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, uh, (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3496 and a wist, and diligent, and continuing, observation of them also, is necessary to make us understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. and a wist, and diligent, and Continuing, observation of them also, is necessary to make us understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. cc dt vvd, cc j, cc vvg, n1 pp-f pno32 av, vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3497 I come now to the Application of what you have heard upon this Argument. I come now to the Application of what you have herd upon this Argument. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 358 Page 180
3498 This in the first place sheweth us one great reason of that ignorance which is in men, both concerning God, and concernng their own duty. This in the First place shows us one great reason of that ignorance which is in men, both Concerning God, and concernng their own duty. d p-acp dt ord n1 vvz pno12 pi j n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n2, d vvg np1, cc j po32 d n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3499 Men know little of God, and little, how to govern their actions according to any degree of Christian prudence. Men know little of God, and little, how to govern their actions according to any degree of Christian prudence. np1 vvb j pp-f np1, cc j, c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n2 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f njp n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3500 As ignorance of, and unbelief in, the Word of God is one great cause; As ignorance of, and unbelief in, the Word of God is one great cause; p-acp n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pi j n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3501 so their not observing the motions of Divine Providence, which have been in the World, is another no small cause of it. so their not observing the motions of Divine Providence, which have been in the World, is Another no small cause of it. av po32 xx vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vhb vbn p-acp dt n1, vbz j-jn dx j n1 pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3502 Men are much ignorant of God; Men Are much ignorant of God; n2 vbr av-d j pp-f np1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3503 indeed there is but little of the knowledg of God in the World, especially that knowledg, which floateth not only in the brain, indeed there is but little of the knowledge of God in the World, especially that knowledge, which floateth not only in the brain, av a-acp vbz cc-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, av-j d n1, r-crq vvz xx av-j p-acp dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3504 but influenceth the heart and affections; but influenceth the heart and affections; cc-acp vvz dt n1 cc n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3505 and men know little how to govern their actions by any spiritual wisdom, but live directly contrary to what they own, and men know little how to govern their actions by any spiritual Wisdom, but live directly contrary to what they own, cc n2 vvb j c-crq pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp d j n1, cc-acp vvb av-j j-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 d, (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3506 and pretend to as their highest end. And we understand as little of the loving-kindness of the Lord; and pretend to as their highest end. And we understand as little of the Lovingkindness of the Lord; cc vvi p-acp p-acp po32 js n1. cc pns12 vvb p-acp j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3507 I say, one great cause of this is mens not observing the workings and motions of Providence. I say, one great cause of this is Mens not observing the workings and motions of Providence. pns11 vvb, crd j n1 pp-f d vbz fw-la xx vvg dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3508 They pass before their eyes every day, but they observe them not: Non tantum oculis intueri, sed animum ad hanc considerationem ita exuscitare, ut meliores inde evadamus; They pass before their eyes every day, but they observe them not: Non Tantum oculis intueri, sed animum ad hanc considerationem ita exuscitare, ut meliores inde evadamus; pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2 d n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb pno32 xx: fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3510 but so to stir up our minds to the consideration of a thing, that we may grow the better by it, (saith a grave Author). Now in this Notion of it, but so to stir up our minds to the consideration of a thing, that we may grow the better by it, (Says a grave Author). Now in this Notion of it, cc-acp av pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi dt jc p-acp pn31, (vvz dt j n1). av p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31, (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3511 how few are they that observe these things? they see stupendious Providences, sometimes, in the destruction of the Churches Enemies for the salvation of his people: how few Are they that observe these things? they see stupendious Providences, sometime, in the destruction of the Churches Enemies for the salvation of his people: c-crq d vbr pns32 cst vvb d n2? pns32 vvb j n2, av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3512 it may be at first they (as all new things do) affect men with a little passion, according to the nature of them; it may be At First they (as all new things do) affect men with a little passion, according to the nature of them; pn31 vmb vbi p-acp ord pns32 (c-acp d j n2 vdb) vvb n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3513 but they are like a flash of lightning, which though at present it startles us, yet the impression is presently off our spirits: but they Are like a flash of lightning, which though At present it startles us, yet the impression is presently off our spirits: cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq c-acp p-acp vvi pn31 vvz pno12, av dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp po12 n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3514 and I say, this is one great reason why we are so ignorant of God, and I say, this is one great reason why we Are so ignorant of God, cc pns11 vvb, d vbz pi j n1 c-crq pns12 vbr av j pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3515 so unskilful in the government of our lives to his ends, and that we understand so little of his loving-kindness. so unskilful in the government of our lives to his ends, and that we understand so little of his Lovingkindness. av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po31 n2, cc cst pns12 vvb av j pp-f po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 359 Page 181
3516 Hence it is, that we cannot understand how much good God doth his Church, and people by afflictions and trials. Hence it is, that we cannot understand how much good God does his Church, and people by afflictions and trials. av pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq d j n1 vdz po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 181
3517 They are the sensible frowns of Providence which blind our eyes, that we cannot see the loving-kindness of God in all his ways. They Are the sensible frowns of Providence which blind our eyes, that we cannot see the Lovingkindness of God in all his ways. pns32 vbr dt j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vvb po12 n2, cst pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 181
3518 We think sometimes we see God driving his Chariot in a direct road to his great ends, the glory of his holy Name, We think sometime we see God driving his Chariot in a Direct road to his great ends, the glory of his holy Name, pns12 vvb av pns12 vvb np1 vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 j n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 181
3519 and the good and protection of such as fear him, here we think we can easily discern Gods Wisdom, and the good and protection of such as Fear him, Here we think we can Easily discern God's Wisdom, cc dt j cc n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb pno31, av pns12 vvb pns12 vmb av-j vvi npg1 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 181
3520 and as easily understand his loving-kindness: and as Easily understand his Lovingkindness: cc c-acp av-j vvi po31 n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 181
3521 But now when the Lord drives his Chariot out of our sight, and exerciseth his Church, But now when the Lord drives his Chariot out of our sighed, and Exerciseth his Church, cc-acp av c-crq dt n1 vvz po31 n1 av pp-f po12 n1, cc vvz po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3522 or the particular souls of his people with long and tedious Afflictions, here we are at a loss, or the particular Souls of his people with long and tedious Afflictions, Here we Are At a loss, cc dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j cc j n2, av pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3523 and can neither read the wisdom nor loving-kindness of God. and can neither read the Wisdom nor Lovingkindness of God. cc vmb av-dx vvi dt n1 ccx n1 pp-f np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3524 But what is the reason of this, but only our superficial view of Gods Providences without a wist, and diligent observation of them. But what is the reason of this, but only our superficial view of God's Providences without a wist, and diligent observation of them. p-acp r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av-j po12 j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt vvd, cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3525 If we would but bend our minds, to observe what a wholsom influence Afflictions and adverse Providences have ordinarily both upon vvhole Churches, If we would but bend our minds, to observe what a wholesome influence Afflictions and adverse Providences have ordinarily both upon Whole Churches, cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi po12 n2, pc-acp vvi r-crq dt j n1 n2 cc j n2 vhb av-j d p-acp j-jn n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3526 and upon particular Christians, we should even in them easily understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. and upon particular Christians, we should even in them Easily understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. cc p-acp j np1, pns12 vmd av p-acp pno32 av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3527 The Husbandman can easily understand that he could as ill want the frosts and snows of Winter, The Husbandman can Easily understand that he could as ill want the frosts and snows of Winter, dt n1 vmb av-j vvi cst pns31 vmd c-acp av-jn vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3528 as the warmth, heat and sun-shine of the Summer. Gideon taught the men of Succoth with briars and thorns: as the warmth, heat and sunshine of the Summer. gideon taught the men of Succoth with briers and thorns: c-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 cc n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3529 and God ordinarily doth so teach his people. and God ordinarily does so teach his people. cc np1 av-jn vdz av vvi po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3530 Blessed is he (saith the Psalmist), whom thou chastenest and teachest out of thy Law. Blessed is he (Says the Psalmist), whom thou chastenest and Teachest out of thy Law. vvn vbz pns31 (vvz dt n1), r-crq pns21 vv2 cc vv2 av pp-f po21 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3551 but in the Evening it shall be light. Gods peoples days sometimes are plainly darkness, thick darkness: but in the Evening it shall be Light. God's peoples days sometime Are plainly darkness, thick darkness: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi j. npg1 ng1 n2 av vbr av-j n1, j n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3531 David tells us, Psalm 119.61, that before he was afflicted, he went astray; but since that he had learned to keep the statutes of the Lord. David tells us, Psalm 119.61, that before he was afflicted, he went astray; but since that he had learned to keep the statutes of the Lord. np1 vvz pno12, n1 crd, cst c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd av; p-acp c-acp cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3532 It was an old saying, The blood of the Martyrs is the seed of the Church. It was an old saying, The blood of the Martyrs is the seed of the Church. pn31 vbds dt j n-vvg, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3533 The Church is bettered, and the Soul is bettered by adverse Providences. That Text, Isa. 27.9, is very remarkable: The Church is bettered, and the Soul is bettered by adverse Providences. That Text, Isaiah 27.9, is very remarkable: dt n1 vbz vvn, cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j n2. cst n1, np1 crd, vbz av j: (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3534 By this [ that is, by this severe affliction, by this captivity ] shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged: By this [ that is, by this severe affliction, by this captivity ] shall the iniquity of Jacob be purged: p-acp d [ cst vbz, p-acp d j n1, p-acp d n1 ] vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn: (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3535 and all the fruit shall be to take away sin, when the Lord shall make the stones of the altar as chalk stones that crumble in pieces, the groves, and all the fruit shall be to take away since, when the Lord shall make the stones of the altar as chalk stones that crumble in Pieces, the groves, cc d dt n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi av n1, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 n2 cst vvb p-acp n2, dt n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3536 and the images shall not stand up. As an hard Winter keepeth under, and killeth the weeds: and the Images shall not stand up. As an hard Winter Keepeth under, and kills the weeds: cc dt n2 vmb xx vvi a-acp. p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp, cc vvz dt n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3537 so the winter of Affliction much helps to the purging out of corruptions, both out of the Church, so the winter of Affliction much helps to the purging out of corruptions, both out of the Church, av dt n1 pp-f n1 av-d vvz p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f n2, d av pp-f dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3538 and also out of the particular Soul. Augustine (as I remember) somewhere lamenteth, That a Fever had done more with him to subdue, and also out of the particular Soul. Augustine (as I Remember) somewhere lamenteth, That a Fever had done more with him to subdue, cc av av pp-f dt j n1 np1 (c-acp pns11 vvb) av vvz, cst dt n1 vhd vdn av-dc p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3539 and mortifie a lust than before the love of God could do with him. and mortify a lust than before the love of God could do with him. cc vvi dt n1 cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vdi p-acp pno31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3540 Now I say, our not observing this, which is matter of no difficult observation to him that wistly eyeth Divine Providence, is one great reason, that men do not understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. Now I say, our not observing this, which is matter of no difficult observation to him that wistly eyeth Divine Providence, is one great reason, that men do not understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. av pns11 vvb, po12 xx vvg d, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f dx j n1 p-acp pno31 cst av vvz j-jn n1, vbz pi j n1, cst n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 360 Page 182
3541 Another reason of mens not understanding it, is their making of a judgment of Gods works before they are perfect. another reason of men's not understanding it, is their making of a judgement of God's works before they Are perfect. j-jn n1 pp-f ng2 xx vvg pn31, vbz po32 vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 c-acp pns32 vbr j. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 182
3542 If any of us should go into a Limners shop, and see his first draught of a lovely picture; If any of us should go into a Limners shop, and see his First draught of a lovely picture; cs d pp-f pno12 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 n1, cc vvi po31 ord n1 pp-f dt j n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 182
3543 we should discern little loveliness in it, which yet we should easily discern if we would but stay until he had finished his work, and laid on his life-colours. we should discern little loveliness in it, which yet we should Easily discern if we would but stay until he had finished his work, and laid on his Life-colours. pns12 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq av pns12 vmd av-j vvi cs pns12 vmd cc-acp vvi c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 182
3544 It is the same case with us as to works of Divine Providence; It is the same case with us as to works of Divine Providence; pn31 vbz dt d n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 182
3545 we look on them while the Lords work is yet upon the wheel, we see nothing in it that resembleth God the great workman: we look on them while the lords work is yet upon the wheel, we see nothing in it that resembles God the great workman: pns12 vvb p-acp pno32 cs dt n2 vvb vbz av p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb pix p-acp pn31 cst vvz np1 dt j n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3546 we see in it nothing of the Divine Wisdom, possibly nothing of the divine goodness and loving-kindness; we see in it nothing of the Divine Wisdom, possibly nothing of the divine Goodness and Lovingkindness; pns12 vvb p-acp pn31 pix pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j pix pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3547 but could we have patience till the Lords work came off the wheel, we should easily see it in quite another representation: but could we have patience till the lords work Come off the wheel, we should Easily see it in quite Another representation: cc-acp vmd pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt n2 vvb vvd a-acp dt n1, pns12 vmd av-j vvi pn31 p-acp av j-jn n1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3548 we often see in Gods works of Providence nothing but confusion, and blood, and trouble, we often see in God's works of Providence nothing but confusion, and blood, and trouble, pns12 av vvb p-acp npg1 n2 pp-f n1 pix cc-acp n1, cc n1, cc vvi, (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3549 and multiplied troubles, and disturbances to those who most fear him, and desire to walk most closely with him: and multiplied Troubles, and disturbances to those who most Fear him, and desire to walk most closely with him: cc vvd n2, cc n2 p-acp d r-crq ds n1 pno31, cc vvb pc-acp vvi av-ds av-j p-acp pno31: (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3550 But in the evening of that day (saith the Prophet, Zech. 14.6,) it shall be light. The day neither light nor dark, But in the evening of that day (Says the Prophet, Zechariah 14.6,) it shall be Light. The day neither Light nor dark, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 (vvz dt n1, np1 crd,) pn31 vmb vbi j. dt n1 dx n1 ccx j, (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3552 but would we have patience to the evening of them, we should see light. The Evening is the close and making up of the day. but would we have patience to the evening of them, we should see Light. The Evening is the close and making up of the day. cc-acp vmd pns12 vhb n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pns12 vmd vvi n1. dt n1 vbz dt j cc vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3553 When God cometh to close up his days work, did we but observe Divine Providence, we should easily understand that it would be light. When God comes to close up his days work, did we but observe Divine Providence, we should Easily understand that it would be Light. c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n2 vvi, vdd pns12 p-acp vvb j-jn n1, pns12 vmd av-j vvi cst pn31 vmd vbi j. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3554 Sorrow may be for a night, but joy shall be in the morning. Sorrow may be for a night, but joy shall be in the morning. n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3555 So as I say again, This is one great reason, why at all times we cannot understand the loving-kindness of the Lord to his Church and his people, So as I say again, This is one great reason, why At all times we cannot understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord to his Church and his people, av c-acp pns11 vvb av, d vbz pi j n1, c-crq p-acp d n2 pns12 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3556 because we do not observe the motions of Divine Providence, but take only a slight and superficial view of them. Because we do not observe the motions of Divine Providence, but take only a slight and superficial view of them. c-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc-acp vvb av-j dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 361 Page 183
3557 I shall conclude this Discourse with an Exhortation to the duty of the Text, The observation of the motions of Divine Providence. I shall conclude this Discourse with an Exhortation to the duty of the Text, The observation of the motions of Divine Providence. pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3558 In my last discourse I discovered to you, some unsearchable things in Divine Providence, and cautioned you against too curious an Enquiry into them: In my last discourse I discovered to you, Some unsearchable things in Divine Providence, and cautioned you against too curious an Enquiry into them: p-acp po11 ord n1 pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, d j n2 p-acp j-jn n1, cc vvn pn22 p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp pno32: (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3559 My business now is to call upon you, non caecutire in revelatis, not to be blind as to those things which God hath revealed. My business now is to call upon you, non caecutire in revelatis, not to be blind as to those things which God hath revealed. po11 n1 av vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, fw-fr n1 p-acp fw-la, xx pc-acp vbi j c-acp p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3560 This also is your duty as well as the other: This also is your duty as well as the other: np1 av vbz po22 n1 c-acp av c-acp dt n-jn: (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3561 by the former you acquit your selves from an unwarrantable curiosity, by this from a wretched unthankfulness. by the former you acquit your selves from an unwarrantable curiosity, by this from a wretched unthankfulness. p-acp dt j pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp d p-acp dt j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3562 The Providence of God is daily working, in order to the fulfilling of Gods great end, the glorifying of his great and holy Name, the establishing of his people, &c. The Providence of God is daily working, in order to the fulfilling of God's great end, the glorifying of his great and holy Name, the establishing of his people, etc. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j n-vvg, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f npg1 j n1, dt vvg pp-f po31 j cc j n1, dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, av (18) sermon (DIV3) 362 Page 183
3563 1. Do not rest in a meer view of what is done in the World, but fix your eyes upon it. 1. Do not rest in a mere view of what is done in the World, but fix your eyes upon it. crd vdb xx vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb po22 n2 p-acp pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 183
3564 Lay up the things in your heart, let your thoughts dwell upon them, the remarkable passages of them especially. Lay up the things in your heart, let your thoughts dwell upon them, the remarkable passages of them especially. vvd a-acp dt n2 p-acp po22 n1, vvb po22 n2 vvi p-acp pno32, dt j n2 pp-f pno32 av-j. (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 183
3565 You see and hear of Wars, and rumours of Wars, inundations, fires, changes, and over-turning in Nations; of powers and Dominions: You see and hear of Wars, and rumours of Wars, inundations, fires, changes, and overturning in nations; of Powers and Dominions: pn22 vvb cc vvi pp-f n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2, cc j p-acp n2; pp-f n2 cc n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 183
3566 you at present understand not the tendencies and indications of them, you cannot make up a judgment of them, you At present understand not the tendencies and indications of them, you cannot make up a judgement of them, pn22 p-acp j vvb xx dt n2 cc n2 pp-f pno32, pn22 vmbx vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3567 and prophecy what will and shall be from them; and prophecy what will and shall be from them; cc n1 r-crq n1 cc vmb vbi p-acp pno32; (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3568 but yet observe them, lay up these things in your minds, yea, and let them not pass out of your minds: but yet observe them, lay up these things in your minds, yea, and let them not pass out of your minds: cc-acp av vvb pno32, vvd a-acp d n2 p-acp po22 n2, uh, cc vvb pno32 xx vvi av pp-f po22 n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3569 as we are to hear for the time to come, so we are to behold and observe the motions of Providence with a respect unto a time to come too. as we Are to hear for the time to come, so we Are to behold and observe the motions of Providence with a respect unto a time to come too. c-acp pns12 vbr p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, av pns12 vbr p-acp vvb cc vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av. (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3570 Do not think, you can expound every Providence presently; the vision oft-times is for an appointed time, and is to be expounded by time; Do not think, you can expound every Providence presently; the vision ofttimes is for an appointed time, and is to be expounded by time; vdb xx vvi, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 av-j; dt n1 av vbz p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3571 in the mean time, only to be diligently marked and observed, taken notice of as a great work of God, the meaning of which we shall understand hereafter. in the mean time, only to be diligently marked and observed, taken notice of as a great work of God, the meaning of which we shall understand hereafter. p-acp dt j n1, av-j pc-acp vbi av-j vvn cc vvn, vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av. (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3572 Divines say, That the meaning of many Providences, and our clear understanding of them, is one of those things wherein our knowledg shall be bettered and perfected in the day of Judgment; Divines say, That the meaning of many Providences, and our clear understanding of them, is one of those things wherein our knowledge shall be bettered and perfected in the day of Judgement; n2-jn vvb, cst dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc po12 j n1 pp-f pno32, vbz pi pp-f d n2 c-crq po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3573 and till that time, when the hidden things of God, as well as of men shall be made manifest, we must be content to know but in part. and till that time, when the hidden things of God, as well as of men shall be made manifest, we must be content to know but in part. cc c-acp cst n1, c-crq dt j-vvn n2 pp-f np1, c-acp av c-acp pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn j, pns12 vmb vbi j p-acp vvb cc-acp p-acp n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 363 Page 184
3574 2. Do not secondly observe meer single acts of Divine Providence, but let your Eye follow it in its motions. 2. Do not secondly observe mere single acts of Divine Providence, but let your Eye follow it in its motions. crd vdb xx ord vvi j j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc-acp vvb po22 n1 vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3575 God sometimes hath his works a long time upon the wheel, especially those relating to his Church. God sometime hath his works a long time upon the wheel, especially those relating to his Church. np1 av vhz po31 n2 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j d vvg p-acp po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3576 I will give you two famous instances: 1. The establishing of his ancient Church of the Jews in Canaan. I will give you two famous instances: 1. The establishing of his ancient Church of the jews in Canaan. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 crd j n2: crd dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3577 The promise was out for it, Gen. 12, to Abraham; it was more than five hundred years, The promise was out for it, Gen. 12, to Abraham; it was more than five hundred Years, dt n1 vbds av p-acp pn31, np1 crd, pc-acp np1; pn31 vbds av-dc cs crd crd n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3578 before this work was off the wheel of Providence: four hundred years before they went out of Egypt, where they were in bondage; before this work was off the wheel of Providence: four hundred Years before they went out of Egypt, where they were in bondage; p-acp d n1 vbds a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: crd crd n2 c-acp pns32 vvd av pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3579 forty years they travelled in the wilderness, then during all the time of the Judges: yea, and in Sauls time too, they were but in a very unquiet condition. forty Years they traveled in the Wilderness, then during all the time of the Judges: yea, and in Saul's time too, they were but in a very unquiet condition. crd n2 pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2: uh, cc p-acp np1 n1 av, pns32 vbdr cc-acp p-acp dt j j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3580 In David and Solomon 's time, they came to a setled estate in the promised Land. There was a Promise given out unto Christ, In David and Solomon is time, they Come to a settled estate in the promised Land. There was a Promise given out unto christ, p-acp np1 cc np1 vbz n1, pns32 vvd p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvn av p-acp np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3581 for having the ends of the earth for his possession: David mentioneth it; Isaiah prophesieth much of it. for having the ends of the earth for his possession: David mentioneth it; Isaiah Prophesieth much of it. c-acp vhg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: np1 vvz pn31; np1 vvz d pp-f pn31. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3582 After this Christ comes, was crucified, &c. And it was three hundred years after this, before these Promises had any considerable accomplishment. After this christ comes, was Crucified, etc. And it was three hundred Years After this, before these Promises had any considerable accomplishment. p-acp d np1 vvz, vbds vvn, av cc pn31 vbds crd crd n2 p-acp d, c-acp d vvz vhn d j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3583 Indeed as to particular persons, their beings are of shorter duration, and the Providence of God brings about the promises to them, in much shorter periods, Indeed as to particular Persons, their beings Are of shorter duration, and the Providence of God brings about the promises to them, in much shorter periods, np1 c-acp p-acp j n2, po32 n2 vbr pp-f jc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 p-acp pno32, p-acp d jc n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3584 or they could see nothing of Gods loving-kindnesses in the issues, or contextures of them: or they could see nothing of God's Loving-kindnesses in the issues, or contextures of them: cc pns32 vmd vvi pix pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f pno32: (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3585 but take heed there of resting your Eye upon the observations of some single acts of providence relating to them; but take heed there of resting your Eye upon the observations of Some single acts of providence relating to them; cc-acp vvb n1 a-acp pp-f vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno32; (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 184
3586 those who should thus have observed the motions of Providence with reference to Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, David, Daniel, Job, would have seen little of that loving-kindness of the Lord to them, which yet is evident enough to all that keep their Eye upon their story, to the winding up of their bottoms. those who should thus have observed the motions of Providence with Referente to Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, David, daniel, Job, would have seen little of that Lovingkindness of the Lord to them, which yet is evident enough to all that keep their Eye upon their story, to the winding up of their bottoms. d r-crq vmd av vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, vmd vhi vvn j pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq av vbz j av-d p-acp d cst vvb po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt j-vvg a-acp pp-f po32 n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3587 Now to this observation of Providence, you have two great Arguments in the Text: 1. It is an Indication of spiritual Wisdom. Now to this observation of Providence, you have two great Arguments in the Text: 1. It is an Indication of spiritual Wisdom. av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pn22 vhb crd j n2 p-acp dt n1: crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3588 A wise man looketh not only at present things, but at things past, and yet to come. A wise man looks not only At present things, but At things past, and yet to come. dt j n1 vvz xx av-j p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp n2 j, cc av pc-acp vvi. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3589 Now Wisdom is a lovely thing; It is justified of her children (saith our Saviour). Now Wisdom is a lovely thing; It is justified of her children (Says our Saviour). av n1 vbz dt j n1; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f po31 n2 (vvz po12 n1). (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3590 Every man desireth the reputation of a wise man, and studiously avoideth the reproach of a fool. Two things speak a fool: 1. To observe and mind nothing. Every man Desires the reputation of a wise man, and studiously avoideth the reproach of a fool. Two things speak a fool: 1. To observe and mind nothing. np1 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd n2 vvb dt n1: crd pc-acp vvi cc vvi pix. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3591 Or 2dly, Meerly to take notice of things present, and gather conclusions from them. 2. Thus you shall understand the loving-kindness of God. Or 2dly, Merely to take notice of things present, and gather conclusions from them. 2. Thus you shall understand the Lovingkindness of God. cc j, av-j p-acp vvb n1 pp-f n2 j, cc vvi n2 p-acp pno32. crd av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3592 Then you will see that all the paths of God towards his Church, are mercy and truth. Then you will see that all the paths of God towards his Church, Are mercy and truth. av pn22 vmb vvi cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vbr n1 cc n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3593 Truth, not a word failing of the promise; and mercy, working for the good of them that love God: Truth, not a word failing of the promise; and mercy, working for the good of them that love God: n1, xx dt n1 vvg pp-f dt n1; cc n1, vvg p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1: (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3594 yea thus, you that fear the Lord shall understand the loving-kindness, and truth of God to your particular souls. yea thus, you that Fear the Lord shall understand the Lovingkindness, and truth of God to your particular Souls. uh av, pn22 cst vvb dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po22 j n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3595 A thing, the evidence of which is, and ought to be of more value to you than the whole World. A thing, the evidence of which is, and ought to be of more valve to you than the Whole World. dt n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz, cc pi pc-acp vbi pp-f dc n1 p-acp pn22 cs dt j-jn n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3596 I will conclude my Discourse by giving you three Cautions to direct your observation. 1. Observe the Providence of God, when it seemeth to move contrary to his Word; I will conclude my Discourse by giving you three Cautions to Direct your observation. 1. Observe the Providence of God, when it seems to move contrary to his Word; pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp vvg pn22 crd n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n1. crd vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp po31 n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 364 Page 185
3597 but never determine the Indication of it without the Word. but never determine the Indication of it without the Word. cc-acp av-x vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3598 Indeed, the Providence of God never moveth contrary to the Word, it is always a servant to some Declaration of the will of God, in some promise, Indeed, the Providence of God never moves contrary to the Word, it is always a servant to Some Declaration of the will of God, in Some promise, av, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vvz j-jn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz av dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3599 or threatning, but it often seemeth to us to move contrary: or threatening, but it often seems to us to move contrary: cc vvg, cc-acp pn31 av vvz p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi j-jn: (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3600 which made the Psalmist cry out, Doth the promise fail for evermore? The reason of this NONLATINALPHABET, that deceiveth us, is our imperfect knowledg, which made the Psalmist cry out, Does the promise fail for evermore? The reason of this, that deceives us, is our imperfect knowledge, r-crq vvd dt n1 vvb av, vdz dt n1 vvb p-acp av? dt n1 pp-f d, cst vvz pno12, vbz po12 j n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3601 or understanding of the Word of God, and non-acquaintance with the Counsels of God, and contrivances of his Wisdom, or understanding of the Word of God, and non-acquaintance with the Counsels of God, and contrivances of his Wisdom, cc vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3602 and the variety of those designs which he carrieth on at the same time. and the variety of those designs which he Carrieth on At the same time. cc dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp dt d n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3603 God designs to bring the Jews into Canaan; but a-long with this to carry on the destruction of the Egyptians, the Amorites (whose sins in Abrahams time were not come to the full): God designs to bring the jews into Canaan; but along with this to carry on the destruction of the egyptians, the amorites (whose Sins in Abrahams time were not come to the full): np1 n2 pc-acp vvi dt np2 p-acp np1; p-acp a-acp p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, dt np1 (rg-crq n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vbdr xx vvn p-acp dt j): (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3604 the destruction of the rebellious and disobedient amongst the Israelites. Now in order to this, the Egyptians must ripen themselves for their ruin, by their oppression of Israel: The Amalekites, and Amorites, and the other Nations by their falling upon them at their coming out of Egypt, and in their journey. the destruction of the rebellious and disobedient among the Israelites. Now in order to this, the egyptians must ripen themselves for their ruin, by their oppression of Israel: The Amalekites, and amorites, and the other nations by their falling upon them At their coming out of Egypt, and in their journey. dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j p-acp dt np2. av p-acp n1 p-acp d, dt np1 vmb vvi px32 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp po32 n1 pp-f np1: dt n2, cc np1, cc dt j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n-vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 vvg av pp-f np1, cc p-acp po32 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 185
3605 Now upon these accounts, the Providence of God often seemed to move quite contrary to the word of Promise. Now upon these accounts, the Providence of God often seemed to move quite contrary to the word of Promise. av p-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvd pc-acp vvi av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3606 The people of Israel at the Red-sea, and in the Wilderness, looked very unlike a people that should have a quiet possession of Canaan: Therefore I say, Providence is to be observed in its Motions, which seem contrary to the Word; The people of Israel At the Red sea, and in the Wilderness, looked very unlike a people that should have a quiet possession of Canaan: Therefore I say, Providence is to be observed in its Motions, which seem contrary to the Word; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np1, cc p-acp dt n1, vvd av av-j dt n1 cst vmd vhi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1: av pns11 vvb, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, r-crq vvb j-jn p-acp dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3607 but the Indications of it are only to be determined from the Word. God hath appointed wicked men to slaughter; but the Indications of it Are only to be determined from the Word. God hath appointed wicked men to slaughter; cc-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. np1 vhz vvn j n2 p-acp n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3608 notwithstanding this we see most vile and wicked men, thriving, prospering, growing great in the World, notwithstanding this we see most vile and wicked men, thriving, prospering, growing great in the World, p-acp d pns12 vvb ds j cc j n2, j-vvg, j-vvg, vvg j p-acp dt n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3609 and trampling the righteous servants of God under their foot. and trampling the righteous Servants of God under their foot. cc vvg dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3610 Observe this, but take heed of determining the Indication of this but from the Word, which saith, There is no peace to them: Observe this, but take heed of determining the Indication of this but from the Word, which Says, There is no peace to them: vvb d, cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f d cc-acp p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32: (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3611 keep therefore thine Eye upon their Tabernacles, and thou shalt see the Lords Sun go off it, and the Threatning verified. keep Therefore thine Eye upon their Tabernacles, and thou shalt see the lords Sun go off it, and the Threatening verified. vvb av po21 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pns21 vm2 vvi dt n2 n1 vvb p-acp pn31, cc dt vvg vvd. (18) sermon (DIV3) 365 Page 186
3612 2. Compare present Providences with those that are past. 2. Compare present Providences with those that Are passed. crd vvb j n2 p-acp d cst vbr vvn. (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3613 As those who will understand the letter of Scripture, must compare Text with Text: so those who will be wise by understanding the motions of Providence, must compare Providences of a present age, with Providences of former ages. Thou art offended possibly at the Providences of God towards wicked men: As those who will understand the Letter of Scripture, must compare Text with Text: so those who will be wise by understanding the motions of Providence, must compare Providences of a present age, with Providences of former ages. Thou art offended possibly At the Providences of God towards wicked men: p-acp d r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1: av d r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, vmb vvi n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp n2 pp-f j n2. pns21 vb2r vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2: (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3614 they thrive and prosper, they grow mighty and encrease, and do what they list. they thrive and prosper, they grow mighty and increase, and do what they list. pns32 vvb cc vvi, pns32 vvb j cc vvi, cc vdb r-crq pns32 vvb. (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3615 Or at the Providences of God towards those, who (if thou canst judg) are such as walk closest with God, Or At the Providences of God towards those, who (if thou Canst judge) Are such as walk closest with God, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d, r-crq (cs pns21 vm2 vvb) vbr d p-acp n1 js p-acp np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3616 and are most severe worshippers and servants of him: and Are most severe worshippers and Servants of him: cc vbr av-ds j n2 cc n2 pp-f pno31: (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3617 they are hated, maligned, exposed to all manner of injuries, which may make their lives bitter to them. they Are hated, maligned, exposed to all manner of injuries, which may make their lives bitter to them. pns32 vbr vvn, vvn, vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vmb vvi po32 n2 j p-acp pno32. (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3618 Thou cryest out here, O the depth! I cannot understand the ways of God, I cannot see his loving-kindness towards his people. Thou Christ out Here, Oh the depth! I cannot understand the ways of God, I cannot see his Lovingkindness towards his people. pns21 vv2 av av, uh dt n1! pns11 vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vmbx vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3619 Compare now (Christian!) Gods dealing in thy age with his dealings both with wicked men, Compare now (Christian!) God's dealing in thy age with his dealings both with wicked men, vvb av (np1!) npg1 n-vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po31 n2-vvg d p-acp j n2, (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3620 and with his sincere servants in former ages, and see if they be not much alike with what they were: and with his sincere Servants in former ages, and see if they be not much alike with what they were: cc p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvb cs pns32 vbb xx d av-j p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr: (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3621 In Jobs time, and Davids time, and Jeremiah's time. Yet it is not hard for thee to understand how the servants of God in those times found the loving-kindness of God, In Jobs time, and Davids time, and Jeremiah's time. Yet it is not hard for thee to understand how the Servants of God in those times found the Lovingkindness of God, p-acp n2 n1, cc npg1 n1, cc npg1 n1. av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3622 and experienced that all the ways of the Lord were mercy and truth: believe that the Hand of the Lord is not weakned, and experienced that all the ways of the Lord were mercy and truth: believe that the Hand of the Lord is not weakened, cc vvd cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr n1 cc n1: vvb cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx vvn, (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3623 nor his Arm shortened, nor his Truth failed. nor his Arm shortened, nor his Truth failed. ccx po31 n1 vvd, ccx po31 n1 vvd. (18) sermon (DIV3) 366 Page 186
3624 3. Lastly, If you would by observing the Providence of God understand his loving-kindness, and gain a spiritual wisdom, Let your eye affect your heart. 3. Lastly, If you would by observing the Providence of God understand his Lovingkindness, and gain a spiritual Wisdom, Let your eye affect your heart. crd ord, cs pn22 vmd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi po31 n1, cc vvi dt j n1, vvb po22 n1 vvi po22 n1. (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 186
3625 I hinted to you before, that Mollerus telleth us, such an observation of Providence is here intended, unde ad pietatem exuscitemur, ut inde meliores evadamus, as will quicken us unto piety, I hinted to you before, that Mollerus Telleth us, such an observation of Providence is Here intended, unde ad pietatem exuscitemur, ut inde meliores evadamus, as will quicken us unto piety, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 a-acp, cst j vvz pno12, d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av vvn, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp vmb vvi pno12 p-acp n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3626 and help to make us better. There are many careless observers of Providence, that indeed see Events rather than Providences; and help to make us better. There Are many careless observers of Providence, that indeed see Events rather than Providences; cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno12 av-jc. pc-acp vbr d j n2 pp-f n1, cst av vvb n2 av-c cs n2; (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3627 they see much that comes to pass in the World, but consider nothing of God in them: they see much that comes to pass in the World, but Consider nothing of God in them: pns32 vvb d cst vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pix pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3628 they see great fires laying populous Cities wast, and possibly see a villain putting the first coal to them, they see great fires laying populous Cities wast, and possibly see a villain putting the First coal to them, pns32 vvb j n2 vvg j n2 vvi, cc av-j vvi dt n1 vvg dt ord n1 p-acp pno32, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3629 or a careless person accidentally occasioning them; but they do not see God, throwing such a wretch off his hand of restraint, or a careless person accidentally occasioning them; but they do not see God, throwing such a wretch off his hand of restraint, cc dt j n1 av-j vvg pno32; cc-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi np1, vvg d dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3630 nor blowing the coals that turn the Cities into ashes, by his winds, which men could not cause. nor blowing the coals that turn the Cities into Ashes, by his winds, which men could not cause. ccx vvg dt n2 cst vvb dt n2 p-acp n2, p-acp po31 n2, r-crq n2 vmd xx vvi. (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3631 Others are curious observers of Providences: these are wonderfully busily employed in searching out the natural causes of such thunders, lightnings, inundations, devouring pestilences, &c. They do by the book of Providence, Others Are curious observers of Providences: these Are wonderfully busily employed in searching out the natural Causes of such Thunders, lightnings, inundations, devouring pestilences, etc. They do by the book of Providence, ng2-jn vbr j n2 pp-f n2: d vbr av-j av-j vvn p-acp vvg av dt j n2 pp-f d n2, n2, n2, vvg n2, av pns32 vdb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3632 as Augustine complain'd of himself, that in his unregenerate state he did by the book of Scripture; as Augustine complained of himself, that in his unregenerate state he did by the book of Scripture; c-acp np1 vvd pp-f px31, cst p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3633 he rather brought to it discutiendi acumen, than discendi pietatem. So men bring to the great Works of God rather an acute Eye, he rather brought to it discutiendi acumen, than discendi pietatem. So men bring to the great Works of God rather an acute Eye, pns31 av-c vvd p-acp pn31 fw-la fw-la, cs fw-la fw-la. av n2 vvb p-acp dt j vvz pp-f n1 av-c dt j n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3634 and wit to find out the immediate causes, and reasons natural or political, than a trembling, humble heart, that they might learn by them more to acknowledg, love, fear, adore, and revere the great and mighty God whose works these are: and wit to find out the immediate Causes, and Reasons natural or political, than a trembling, humble heart, that they might Learn by them more to acknowledge, love, Fear, adore, and revere the great and mighty God whose works these Are: cc n1 pc-acp vvi av dt j n2, cc n2 j cc j, cs dt vvg, j n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 av-dc pc-acp vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb, cc vvi dt j cc j np1 r-crq vvz d vbr: (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3635 let not yours be such an observation; let not yours be such an observation; vvb xx png22 vbi d dt n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3636 but let your Eye beholding God in his providential Dispensations, affect your hearts with that adoration, but let your Eye beholding God in his providential Dispensations, affect your hearts with that adoration, cc-acp vvb po22 n1 vvg np1 p-acp po31 j n2, vvb po22 n2 p-acp d n1, (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3637 and veneration, that love and fear of the great and mighty God, which such works of God do call to you for. and veneration, that love and Fear of the great and mighty God, which such works of God do call to you for. cc n1, cst n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1, r-crq d n2 pp-f np1 vdb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp. (18) sermon (DIV3) 367 Page 187
3638 But for the further hopes and consolation of the people of God in their states of affliction, I intend to commend to you some principal Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence; But for the further hope's and consolation of the people of God in their states of affliction, I intend to commend to you Some principal Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence; cc-acp p-acp dt jc n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (18) sermon (DIV3) 368 Page 187
3639 which shall be the work (if God pleaseth) of some succeeding Exercises. which shall be the work (if God Pleases) of Some succeeding Exercises. r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 (cs np1 vvz) pp-f d j-vvg n2. (18) sermon (DIV3) 368 Page 187
3640 SERMON XV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 368 Page 188
3641 I Am discoursing concerning Divine Actual Providence, as the Object of good mens observation. I shewed you in my last Discourse, That the observation of the motions of it, is both an Indication of spiritual Wisdom, I Am discoursing Concerning Divine Actual Providence, as the Object of good men's observation. I showed you in my last Discourse, That the observation of the motions of it, is both an Indication of spiritual Wisdom, pns11 vbm vvg vvg j-jn j n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j ng2 n1. pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp po11 ord n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31, vbz d dt n1 pp-f j n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 369 Page 188
3642 and an excellent step towards it; and an excellent step towards it; cc dt j n1 p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 369 Page 188
3643 and that by it duly made, men and women shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. and that by it duly made, men and women shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. cc cst p-acp pn31 av-jn vvn, n2 cc n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 369 Page 188
3644 Now to advantage you a little in this Observation, I shall give you an account of some observable things in the motions of Providence, which possibly you may parallel in the present or future dealings of God, both with his Church, and with particular Souls. Now to advantage you a little in this Observation, I shall give you an account of Some observable things in the motions of Providence, which possibly you may parallel in the present or future dealings of God, both with his Church, and with particular Souls. av p-acp n1 pn22 dt j p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq av-j pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt j cc j-jn n2-vvg pp-f np1, av-d p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp j n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 369 Page 188
3645 I shall lay down my first Observation thus: I shall lay down my First Observation thus: pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 ord n1 av: (19) sermon (DIV3) 369 Page 188
3666 and so lets us see, that all the while it hath been but a faithful servant to the Counsel of God. and so lets us see, that all the while it hath been but a faithful servant to the Counsel of God. cc av vvz pno12 vvi, cst d dt n1 pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 377 Page 189
3646 1. Observ. The Actual Providence of God, in bringing about that word to which it is a certain servant, doth rarely move in a direct line, 1. Observation The Actual Providence of God, in bringing about that word to which it is a certain servant, does rarely move in a Direct line, crd np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz dt j n1, vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 370 Page 188
3647 but sometimes obliquely, sometimes to our appearance quite contrary: but sometime obliquely, sometime to our appearance quite contrary: cc-acp av av-j, av p-acp po12 n1 av j-jn: (19) sermon (DIV3) 370 Page 188
3648 but at last it fulfilleth the word, and is all the while faithfully executing the Eternal Counsel. but At last it fulfilleth the word, and is all the while faithfully executing the Eternal Counsel. cc-acp p-acp ord pn31 vvz dt n1, cc vbz d dt n1 av-j vvg dt j n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 370 Page 188
3649 There are three things in this Observation, each of which I will open in a few words, There Are three things in this Observation, each of which I will open in a few words, pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d n1, d pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 371 Page 188
3650 and then endeavour to justifie the observation by particular instances: and then endeavour to justify the observation by particular instances: cc av vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 371 Page 188
3651 after which, I shall give you some reasonable account of it, and then make some short Application. After which, I shall give you Some reasonable account of it, and then make Some short Application. p-acp r-crq, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d j n1 pp-f pn31, cc av vvb d j n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 371 Page 188
3652 First (I say), The Providence of God, is a certain servant to the word: First (I say), The Providence of God, is a certain servant to the word: np1 (pns11 vvb), dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 188
3653 the word either of Promise, or of Threatning; for Providence serveth to the execution of them both: the word either of Promise, or of Threatening; for Providence serves to the execution of them both: dt n1 av-d pp-f vvb, cc pp-f vvg; p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 d: (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3654 As we have heard, so have we seen in the City of our God, saith the Psalmist, Psal. 48.8: the Promise is but providentia occultata, and Providence is but promissio explicata, the Promise fully explained and opened: As we have herd, so have we seen in the city of our God, Says the Psalmist, Psalm 48.8: the Promise is but Providentia occultata, and Providence is but Promissio explicata, the Promise Fully explained and opened: c-acp pns12 vhb vvn, av vhb pns12 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvz dt n1, np1 crd: dt n1 vbz p-acp fw-la fw-la, cc n1 vbz p-acp fw-la n1, dt n1 av-j vvn cc vvn: (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3655 and this is no more than you shall find recognized by the holy Servants of God, both in all their thanksgivings for mercies they had received, and this is no more than you shall find recognized by the holy Servants of God, both in all their thanksgivings for Mercies they had received, cc d vbz dx dc cs pn22 vmb vvi vvd p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, av-d p-acp d po32 n2-vvg p-acp n2 pns32 vhd vvn, (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3656 and in all their humiliations upon any judgments, which the Lord had brought on them, as also in all the Narrative parts of Scripture, declaring any great motions of Providence: and in all their humiliations upon any Judgments, which the Lord had brought on them, as also in all the Narrative parts of Scripture, declaring any great motions of Providence: cc p-acp d po32 n2 p-acp d n2, r-crq dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp av p-acp d dt j-jn n2 pp-f n1, vvg d j n2 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3657 how often do you meet with it in the Gospel, such or such a thing was done, that it might be fulfilled, which was spoken by the Prophet, &c. Dan. 2.12, He hath confirmed his word which he hath spoken against our Judges, &c. which way soever Providence worketh; how often do you meet with it in the Gospel, such or such a thing was done, that it might be fulfilled, which was spoken by the Prophet, etc. Dan. 2.12, He hath confirmed his word which he hath spoken against our Judges, etc. which Way soever Providence works; c-crq av vdb pn22 vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1, d cc d dt n1 vbds vdn, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, av np1 crd, pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po12 n2, av r-crq n1 av n1 vvz; (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3658 whether in a way of sensible good, or sensible evil, against any persons, people, or places, it is pursuant to, whither in a Way of sensible good, or sensible evil, against any Persons, people, or places, it is pursuant to, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j, cc j n-jn, p-acp d n2, n1, cc n2, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp, (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3659 and in fulfilling of some word of God. and in fulfilling of Some word of God. cc p-acp vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 372 Page 189
3660 But (secondly), I say, it moveth not always, yea it moveth seldom in a direct line, in order to the fulfilling of that word to which it is a Servant; But (secondly), I say, it moves not always, yea it moves seldom in a Direct line, in order to the fulfilling of that word to which it is a Servant; p-acp (ord), pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz xx av, uh pn31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 373 Page 189
3661 and here I shall take notice of three things observable. and Here I shall take notice of three things observable. cc av pns11 vmb vvi n1 pp-f crd n2 j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 373 Page 189
3662 1. Ordinarily at first it seemeth to move directly towards the end which we have in our eye: 1. Ordinarily At First it seems to move directly towards the end which we have in our eye: crd av-jn p-acp ord pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb p-acp po12 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 374 Page 189
3663 this you will better understand by and by, when I come to give you instances in the proof of it. this you will better understand by and by, when I come to give you instances in the proof of it. d pn22 vmb av-jc vvi p-acp cc a-acp, c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 374 Page 189
3664 2. Sometimes it moveth obliquely, seeming to be driving another design. 3. Sometimes to our appearance directly contrary. 2. Sometime it moves obliquely, seeming to be driving Another Design. 3. Sometime to our appearance directly contrary. crd av pn31 vvz av-j, vvg pc-acp vbi vvg j-jn n1. crd av p-acp po12 n1 av-j j-jn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 375 Page 189
3665 But thirdly, I say at last it comes home to the Promise: But Thirdly, I say At last it comes home to the Promise: p-acp ord, pns11 vvb p-acp ord pn31 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 377 Page 189
3667 But I shall make you understand this better by the instances, by which I shall in the next place endeavour to justify and establish the Observation, to which I now come, But I shall make you understand this better by the instances, by which I shall in the next place endeavour to justify and establish the Observation, to which I now come, p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 vvb d av-jc p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb p-acp dt ord n1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvb, (19) sermon (DIV3) 377 Page 189
3668 and shall particularize in four or five instances: and shall particularise in four or five instances: cc vmb vvi p-acp crd cc crd n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 377 Page 189
3669 The first instance I shall give of it, shall be that great work of Divine Providence, in bringing the posterity of Abraham into a quiet possession of the Land of Canaan. The Promise went out from God, Gen. 12.2, I will make of thee a great Nation, The First instance I shall give of it, shall be that great work of Divine Providence, in bringing the posterity of Abraham into a quiet possession of the Land of Canaan. The Promise went out from God, Gen. 12.2, I will make of thee a great nation, dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pn31, vmb vbi cst j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vvd av p-acp np1, np1 crd, pns11 vmb vvi pp-f pno21 dt j n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 189
3670 and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvb po21 n1 j; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 189
3671 and unto thy seed will I give this Land. This Promise was given out to Abraham, when the World was little more than two thousand years old: and unto thy seed will I give this Land. This Promise was given out to Abraham, when the World was little more than two thousand Years old: cc p-acp po21 n1 vmb pns11 vvi d n1 d n1 vbds vvn av p-acp np1, c-crq dt n1 vbds av-j av-dc cs crd crd n2 j: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 189
3672 It was above two hundred years after this that Jacob with his Family (not exceeding seventy persons) went down into Egypt: How slowly did the Providence of God move as to that part of the promise, which concerned the multiplication of Abrahams seed. It was above two hundred Years After this that Jacob with his Family (not exceeding seventy Persons) went down into Egypt: How slowly did the Providence of God move as to that part of the promise, which concerned the multiplication of Abrahams seed. pn31 vbds p-acp crd crd n2 p-acp d cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 (xx vvg crd n2) vvd a-acp p-acp np1: c-crq av-j vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3673 After the giving out of the Promise, Abraham first fleeth into Egypt for the Famine: Gen. 13.12, You have him again returned into Canaan, Gen. 13.18. He is told, that notwithstanding this Promise, his seed should be servants in a Land that was not theirs. After the giving out of the Promise, Abraham First fleeth into Egypt for the Famine: Gen. 13.12, You have him again returned into Canaan, Gen. 13.18. He is told, that notwithstanding this Promise, his seed should be Servants in a Land that was not theirs. p-acp dt vvg av pp-f dt n1, np1 ord vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1: np1 crd, pn22 vhb pno31 av vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd. pns31 vbz vvn, cst p-acp d vvb, po31 n1 vmd vbi n2 p-acp dt n1 cst vbds xx png32. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3674 Ver. 16, But in the fourth generation they shall come hither again. Abraham dieth, seized of this good Land: Ver. 16, But in the fourth generation they shall come hither again. Abraham Dieth, seized of this good Land: np1 crd, p-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vmb vvi av av. np1 vvz, vvn pp-f d j n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3675 Isaac succeeds him, and dies there too. Isaac succeeds him, and die there too. np1 vvz pno31, cc vvz a-acp av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3676 Jacob first is forced to flee to Padan-aram: returning from thence, he is compel'd by the Famine to go down into Egypt; where after his and Josephs death, the posterity of Abraham, for the multiplication of which the promise was out so many years before, was attempted to be diminished, Jacob First is forced to flee to Padan-aram: returning from thence, he is compelled by the Famine to go down into Egypt; where After his and Josephs death, the posterity of Abraham, for the multiplication of which the promise was out so many Years before, was attempted to be diminished, np1 ord vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j: vvg p-acp av, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1; c-crq p-acp po31 cc np1 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbds av av d n2 a-acp, vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn, (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3677 and destroyed by all acts imaginable. The Midwives are practised with to stifle their Infants in the birth: and destroyed by all acts imaginable. The Midwives Are practised with to stifle their Infants in the birth: cc vvn p-acp d n2 j. dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3678 when that will not do, others must be employed to throw the Males into the River; when that will not do, Others must be employed to throw the Males into the River; c-crq d vmb xx vdi, n2-jn vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2-jn p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3679 the Parents are afflicted with the highest degree of oppression. At length, the Providence of God begins to turn toward the Promise. the Parents Are afflicted with the highest degree of oppression. At length, the Providence of God begins to turn towards the Promise. dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1. p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3680 The Israelites are allowed to come away: The Israelites Are allowed to come away: dt np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3681 but they had gone but a little way, but they see the Red-sea before them, the Philistines behind them: but they had gone but a little Way, but they see the Red sea before them, the philistines behind them: cc-acp pns32 vhd vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb dt np1 p-acp pno32, dt njp2 p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3682 one would have thought that now they had been far enough from any prospect of Canaan. Providence by a miraculous operation brings them over this Mountain of difficulty: one would have Thought that now they had been Far enough from any prospect of Canaan. Providence by a miraculous operation brings them over this Mountain of difficulty: pi vmd vhi vvn cst av pns32 vhd vbn av-j av-d p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. n1 p-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3683 but whither do they come? into a long and howling Wilderness: but whither do they come? into a long and howling Wilderness: cc-acp q-crq vdb pns32 vvi? p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3684 one while they are assaulted with Famine, vvant of Bread, then of Meat, another time with drought; one while they Are assaulted with Famine, want of Bred, then of Meat, Another time with drought; pi n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, n1 pp-f n1, av pp-f n1, j-jn n1 p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3685 then again assaulted with Enemies, set upon with fiery flying Serpents; at last they come within prospect of the desired Land: then again assaulted with Enemies, Set upon with fiery flying Serpents; At last they come within prospect of the desired Land: av av vvn p-acp n2, vvn p-acp p-acp j j-vvg n2; p-acp ord pns32 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3686 But on the sudden for their murmuring, are turned back to forty years wandering. But on the sudden for their murmuring, Are turned back to forty Years wandering. cc-acp p-acp dt j p-acp po32 j-vvg, vbr vvn av p-acp crd n2 vvg. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3687 When they get over Jordan, they meet with seven Nations more strong and mighty than they, who must all be subdued before they could have possession of Canaan: at last, the Providence of God comes home to the Promise; When they get over Jordan, they meet with seven nations more strong and mighty than they, who must all be subdued before they could have possession of Canaan: At last, the Providence of God comes home to the Promise; c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, pns32 vvb p-acp crd n2 av-dc j cc j cs pns32, r-crq vmb d vbi vvn c-acp pns32 vmd vhi n1 pp-f np1: p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3688 Joshuah their Captain having first conquered the Land, divides it amongst them: yet after this they were far from a quiet possession of it; Joshua their Captain having First conquered the Land, divides it among them: yet After this they were Far from a quiet possession of it; np1 po32 n1 vhg ord vvn dt n1, vvz pn31 p-acp pno32: av c-acp d pns32 vbdr av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3689 all the time of the Judges, or indeed till Saul, or Davids time. all the time of the Judges, or indeed till Saul, or Davids time. d dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc av c-acp np1, cc npg1 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 190
3690 What staange circulations, and windings of Divine Providence were here in the accomplishment of the Promises? how little to an humane Eye the Providence of God seem'd to mind the promise of multiplying Abrahams seed for above two hundred years? Abraham had but one Son of the promise; What staange circulations, and windings of Divine Providence were Here in the accomplishment of the Promises? how little to an humane Eye the Providence of God seemed to mind the promise of multiplying Abrahams seed for above two hundred Years? Abraham had but one Son of the promise; q-crq j n2, cc n2-vvg pp-f j-jn n1 vbdr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt vvz? q-crq j p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f vvg npg1 n1 p-acp p-acp crd crd n2? np1 vhd p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3691 and that when he was very old and past hopes of children. and that when he was very old and past hope's of children. cc cst c-crq pns31 vbds av j cc j n2 pp-f n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3692 Isaac had but one neither that was an heir of the Promise, that was Jacob: Jacob had indeed twelve, Isaac had but one neither that was an heir of the Promise, that was Jacob: Jacob had indeed twelve, np1 vhd p-acp pi dx cst vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbds np1: np1 vhd av crd, (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3693 and these in the remaining space of that time were multiplied but to seventy (besides Joseph in Egypt), how quite contrary to the Promise did Providence seem to move all the while that the Israelites were in Egypt? yea and after too, and these in the remaining Molle of that time were multiplied but to seventy (beside Joseph in Egypt), how quite contrary to the Promise did Providence seem to move all the while that the Israelites were in Egypt? yea and After too, cc d p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d n1 vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp crd (p-acp np1 p-acp np1), c-crq av j-jn p-acp dt vvb vdd n1 vvb pc-acp vvi d dt n1 cst dt np1 vbdr p-acp np1? uh cc a-acp av, (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3694 how often would one have judged that the people guessed right? when in their impatience they complained, that God had brought them out of Egypt to destroy them in the Wilderness; how often would one have judged that the people guessed right? when in their impatience they complained, that God had brought them out of Egypt to destroy them in the Wilderness; c-crq av vmd pi vhb vvn d dt n1 vvd j-jn? c-crq p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vvd, cst np1 vhd vvn pno32 av pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3695 yet at last Gods work was done, Providence faithfully served the Promise, and gave a Being to the Word of the Lord given out, Gen. 12. 2. Let the second instance be that of Joseph. Joseph had a promise, Gen. 37; I know it was a dream, but it was the revelation of Gods will to him in that dream; yet At last God's work was done, Providence faithfully served the Promise, and gave a Being to the Word of the Lord given out, Gen. 12. 2. Let the second instance be that of Joseph. Joseph had a promise, Gen. 37; I know it was a dream, but it was the Revelation of God's will to him in that dream; av p-acp ord npg1 n1 vbds vdn, n1 av-j vvd dt vvb, cc vvd av vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn av, np1 crd crd vvb dt ord n1 vbb d pp-f np1. np1 vhd dt n1, np1 crd; pns11 vvb pn31 vbds dt n1, cc-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb p-acp pno31 p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 378 Page 191
3696 That there should come a time, when all his Fathers house should bow to him: all their sheaves should bow down to his. That there should come a time, when all his Father's house should bow to him: all their sheaves should bow down to his. cst a-acp vmd vvi dt n1, c-crq d po31 ng1 n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno31: d po32 n2 vmd vvi a-acp pc-acp png31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3697 Now observe how Providence moveth in bringing this Word of the Lord to pass. Joseph is hated of his brethren, hardly escapeth with his life; Now observe how Providence moves in bringing this Word of the Lord to pass. Joseph is hated of his brothers, hardly escapeth with his life; av vvb c-crq n1 vvz p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. np1 vbz vvn pp-f po31 n2, av vvz p-acp po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3698 at length is sold into Egypt, and into Potiphars house; At length is sold into Egypt, and into Potiphars house; p-acp n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3715 Go preach and baptize all Nations, &c. Now at the first, the Providence of God seemed to move as if the thing should presently have been done. Go preach and baptise all nations, etc. Now At the First, the Providence of God seemed to move as if the thing should presently have been done. vvb vvi cc vvi d n2, av av p-acp dt ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi c-acp cs dt n1 vmd av-j vhi vbn vdn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3699 here now he was brought to Court, but no sooner doth he grow into Reputation, that there was any appearance of his rising to any degree of Dignity, that might look towards a fulfilling of the promise; Here now he was brought to Court, but no sooner does he grow into Reputation, that there was any appearance of his rising to any degree of Dignity, that might look towards a fulfilling of the promise; av av pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi, cc-acp av-dx av-c vdz pns31 vvi p-acp n1, cst a-acp vbds d n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cst vmd vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3700 but he is accused by his Mistris, thrown into prison, like enough to lose his life; but he is accused by his Mistress, thrown into prison, like enough to loose his life; cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp n1, av-j av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3701 but after this Providence turneth again, raiseth him to a great degree of Dignity; but After this Providence turns again, Raiseth him to a great degree of Dignity; cc-acp p-acp d n1 vvz av, vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3702 makes him the second man in Egypt, and what God had told him in his dream, was all fulfilled: makes him the second man in Egypt, and what God had told him in his dream, was all fulfilled: vvz pno31 dt ord n1 p-acp np1, cc r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vbds d vvn: (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3703 his Father and his Brethren, all come and bow down to him. his Father and his Brothers, all come and bow down to him. png31 n1 cc po31 n2, d vvb cc vvi a-acp p-acp pno31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 379 Page 191
3704 3. A third instance shall be that of David, the promise of the Kingdom, was given out to David in the day, 3. A third instance shall be that of David, the promise of the Kingdom, was given out to David in the day, crd dt ord n1 vmb vbi d pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 191
3705 when Samuel by order from God anointed him, 1 Sam. 16. In the 17th Chap. The Providence of God so ordereth it, that Saul having made a Proclamation, That if any man would encounter Goliah, the Champion of the Philistines who defied the Armies of Israel, he should have his Daughter to Wife. when Samuel by order from God anointed him, 1 Sam. 16. In the 17th Chap. The Providence of God so Ordereth it, that Saul having made a Proclamation, That if any man would encounter Goliath, the Champion of the philistines who defied the Armies of Israel, he should have his Daughter to Wife. c-crq np1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 vvd pno31, crd np1 crd p-acp dt ord np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz pn31, cst np1 vhg vvn dt n1, cst cs d n1 vmd vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 r-crq vvd dt n2 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd vhi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 191
3706 David coming to the Army, accepts his Challenge, fighteth, and slayeth him, and obtaineth Sauls daughter. Jonathan Sauls Son, taketh a great kindness to him, the people admire him: David coming to the Army, accepts his Challenge, fights, and slays him, and obtaineth Saul's daughter. Johnathan Saul's Son, Takes a great kindness to him, the people admire him: np1 vvg p-acp dt n1, vvz po31 vvb, vvz, cc vvz pno31, cc vvz np1 n1. np1 np1 n1, vvz dt j n1 p-acp pno31, dt n1 vvb pno31: (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 191
3707 Here now the Providence of God, at first setting out, moves as if David should presently have come to the Kingdom: but after this Saul falls out with David, useth all arts to take away his life, pursueth him with an Army from place to place: Here now the Providence of God, At First setting out, moves as if David should presently have come to the Kingdom: but After this Saul falls out with David, uses all arts to take away his life, pursueth him with an Army from place to place: av av dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ord vvg av, vvz c-acp cs np1 vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp dt n1: cc-acp p-acp d np1 vvz av p-acp np1, vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1, vvz pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 192
3708 David had a pitiful company with him, is forced to flee to Gath, there to dissemble himself mad; David had a pitiful company with him, is forced to flee to Gaza, there to dissemble himself mad; np1 vhd dt j n1 p-acp pno31, vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, a-acp pc-acp vvi px31 j; (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 192
3709 would any one have thought that had seen David among the Philstines, scrambling on the walls, that he should ever have been King over Israel and Judah? At length Saul, and Jonathan (the next heir) are slain in Battel; then Ishbosheth is set up: would any one have Thought that had seen David among the Philstines, scrambling on the walls, that he should ever have been King over Israel and Judah? At length Saul, and Johnathan (the next heir) Are slave in Battle; then Ishbosheth is Set up: vmd d pi vhb vvn cst vhd vvn np1 p-acp dt n2, n-vvg p-acp dt n2, cst pns31 vmd av vhi vbn n1 p-acp np1 cc np1? p-acp n1 np1, cc np1 (dt ord n1) vbr vvn p-acp n1; av np1 vbz vvn a-acp: (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 192
3710 but yet after all these oblique and seemingly contradictory motions of Providence, it cometh home to the promise. but yet After all these oblique and seemingly contradictory motions of Providence, it comes home to the promise. cc-acp av c-acp d d j cc av-vvg n1 n2 pp-f n1, pn31 vvz av-an p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 192
3711 David is setled in the Throne of Israel and Judah. 4. Let a fourth instance be that of the Gospel Church: David is settled in the Throne of Israel and Judah. 4. Let a fourth instance be that of the Gospel Church: np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1. crd vvb dt ord n1 vbb cst pp-f dt n1 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 380 Page 192
3712 God had promised, that he would set his King upon the holy hill of Zion. Psalm 2.6. v. 8, That he would give him the heathen for his inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for his possession: God had promised, that he would Set his King upon the holy hill of Zion. Psalm 2.6. v. 8, That he would give him the heathen for his inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for his possession: np1 vhd vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd. n1 crd, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 dt j-jn p-acp po31 n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3713 and promises of this nature are everywhere multiplyed by the Prophets ( Isaiah especially). and promises of this nature Are everywhere multiplied by the prophets (Isaiah especially). cc n2 pp-f d n1 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n2 (np1 av-j). (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3714 Our Lord, when he ascended up into Heaven, gave out a Commission to his Disciples in order to this effect: Our Lord, when he ascended up into Heaven, gave out a Commission to his Disciples in order to this Effect: po12 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp n1, vvd av dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3717 and there were then at Jerusalem (saith the Text) devout men of every Nation under Heaven: and there were then At Jerusalem (Says the Text) devout men of every nation under Heaven: cc a-acp vbdr av p-acp np1 (vvz dt n1) j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3718 Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Mesopotamians, Jews, Cappadocians, men of Pontus, Asia, Phrygia, Pamphilia, Egypt, Lybians, Cyrenians, Romanes, Cretes, Arabians, and heard the Apostles in their own language, speaking of the great works of God. Parthians, Medes, Elamites, Mesopotamians, jews, Cappadocians, men of Pontus, Asia, Phrygia, Pamphylia, Egypt, Libyans, Cyrenians, Romans, Cretes, Arabians, and herd the Apostles in their own language, speaking of the great works of God. njp2, np2, np1, njp2, np2, njp2, n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, njp2, njp2, np1, njp2, cc vvd dt n2 p-acp po32 d n1, vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3719 Here were now Preachers made for all the World: Here were now Preachers made for all the World: av vbdr av n2 vvn p-acp d dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3720 would not one have thought that surely at this time, all the ends of the Earth should have been given unto Christ? Peter at one Sermon converts two thousand: soon after there were five thousand added to the Church. would not one have Thought that surely At this time, all the ends of the Earth should have been given unto christ? Peter At one Sermon converts two thousand: soon After there were five thousand added to the Church. vmd xx pi vhb vvn cst av-j p-acp d n1, d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp np1? np1 p-acp crd n1 vvz crd crd: av p-acp a-acp vbdr crd crd vvn p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3721 But all on the sudden the Providence of God turneth, the Gospel groweth out of repute, But all on the sudden the Providence of God turns, the Gospel grows out of repute, p-acp d p-acp dt j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, dt n1 vvz av pp-f n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3722 and the Apostles that preached it too, both with Jews and Gentiles. James is put to death, Peter hardly escapes. and the Apostles that preached it too, both with jews and Gentiles. James is put to death, Peter hardly escapes. cc dt n2 cst vvd pn31 av, av-d p-acp np2 cc n2-j. np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, np1 av vvz. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3723 The Church (the only Gospel church God had at that time) at Jerusalem was scattered and broken: The Church (the only Gospel Church God had At that time) At Jerusalem was scattered and broken: dt n1 (dt j n1 n1 np1 vhd p-acp d n1) p-acp np1 vbds vvn cc vvn: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3724 the Apostle complains, That they were made as the filth of the world, and as the off scouring of all things. the Apostle complains, That they were made as the filth of the world, and as the off scouring of all things. dt n1 vvz, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp dt a-acp vvg pp-f d n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3725 The Jews persecute them, the Gentiles in all places rise up against the Preachers of the Gospel: The jews persecute them, the Gentiles in all places rise up against the Preachers of the Gospel: dt np2 vvi pno32, dt n2-j p-acp d n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 192
3726 bonds, stripes, and imprisonments, waited for the Apostles in all places where they came: Paul saith he thought, that God had set them forth as men appointed unto death; bonds, stripes, and imprisonments, waited for the Apostles in all places where they Come: Paul Says he Thought, that God had Set them forth as men appointed unto death; n2, n2, cc n2, vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n2 c-crq pns32 vvd: np1 vvz pns31 vvd, cst np1 vhd vvn pno32 av p-acp n2 vvn p-acp n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3727 spectacles to the World, Angels and men. Few of the great Ministers of the Gospel died their natural death; spectacles to the World, Angels and men. Few of the great Ministers of the Gospel died their natural death; n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 cc n2. d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd po32 j n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3728 the Christians were a sect everywhere spoken against; the Christians were a sect everywhere spoken against; dt np1 vbdr dt n1 av vvn p-acp; (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3729 all courses almost imaginable taken to root them out of all places for three hundred years together. all courses almost imaginable taken to root them out of all places for three hundred Years together. d n2 av j vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f d n2 p-acp crd crd n2 av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3730 But at length, the Providence of God cometh in a great measure to work up to the direct fulfilling of the many promises of this nature. But At length, the Providence of God comes in a great measure to work up to the Direct fulfilling of the many promises of this nature. p-acp p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j j-vvg pp-f dt d n2 pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3731 Constantine an Emperour of a great part of the World, ariseth and commandeth, and encourageth the preaching of the Gospel. Constantine an Emperor of a great part of the World, arises and commands, and Encourageth the preaching of the Gospel. np1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz cc vvz, cc vvz dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3732 And thus it came to be spread, and accepted in most known parts of the World. And thus it Come to be spread, and accepted in most known parts of the World. cc av pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvd p-acp av-ds vvn n2 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3733 Indeed, there is hardly any instance can be given of any great work of Providence, respecting Churches, Nations, Indeed, there is hardly any instance can be given of any great work of Providence, respecting Churches, nations, np1, pc-acp vbz av d n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, vvg n2, n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3734 or particular persons, as to which this Observation will not justifie it self. or particular Persons, as to which this Observation will not justify it self. cc j n2, c-acp p-acp r-crq d n1 vmb xx vvi pn31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 381 Page 193
3735 5. For another instance may we not bring in, if not all, yet very many of your particular Souls, who fear the Lord. 5. For Another instance may we not bring in, if not all, yet very many of your particular Souls, who Fear the Lord. crd p-acp j-jn n1 vmb pns12 xx vvi p-acp, cs xx d, av av d pp-f po22 j n2, r-crq vvb dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3736 You also upon believing receive the promises: You also upon believing receive the promises: pn22 av p-acp vvg vvb dt n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3775 but in order to it, it must also execute Divine Vengeance upon Saul, &c. but in order to it, it must also execute Divine Vengeance upon Saul, etc. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb av vvi j-jn n1 p-acp np1, av (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3737 The promises are made of old, but we receive them: we come to have a title to them, in the day when God opens our eyes, The promises Are made of old, but we receive them: we come to have a title to them, in the day when God Opens our eyes, dt n2 vbr vvn pp-f j, cc-acp pns12 vvi pno32: pns12 vvb pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz po12 n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3738 and opens our hearts to a receiving of the Lord Jesus Christ, turning our hearts from dead lusts and sins to serve the living God. and Opens our hearts to a receiving of the Lord jesus christ, turning our hearts from dead Lustiest and Sins to serve the living God. cc vvz po12 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vvg po12 n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3739 In that day, I say, we have a first right to all the Promises, whether respecting joy, In that day, I say, we have a First right to all the Promises, whither respecting joy, p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb, pns12 vhb dt ord n-jn p-acp d dt vvz, cs vvg n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3740 and peace or spiritual strength and assistances. and peace or spiritual strength and assistances. cc n1 cc j n1 cc n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3741 Now very-often at the first of our conversion, the Providence of God moves directly towards them: Now very-often At the First of our conversion, the Providence of God moves directly towards them: av j p-acp dt ord pp-f po12 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av-j p-acp pno32: (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3742 the Soul finds a great life to Duty, a great zeal against sin, great joy and peace in believing, glimpses of the glory of God. the Soul finds a great life to Duty, a great zeal against since, great joy and peace in believing, glimpses of the glory of God. dt n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n1, dt j n1 p-acp n1, j n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg, n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3743 But after this very ordinarily follow very dark hours, and the Soul like Jonah cryes out of the belly of Hell. The Soul that feareth the Lord, and obeyeth the voice of his Servant, But After this very ordinarily follow very dark hours, and the Soul like Jonah cries out of the belly of Hell. The Soul that fears the Lord, and Obeyeth the voice of his Servant, p-acp p-acp d av av-jn vvi av j n2, cc dt n1 av-j np1 vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 cst vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3744 yet walketh in the dark, and seeth no light, cryeth out, My God, my God, yet walks in the dark, and sees no Light, Cries out, My God, my God, av vvz p-acp dt j, cc vvz dx n1, vvz av, po11 np1, po11 np1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3745 why hast thou forsaken me? and hath a thousand fair and foul days in its journey to Heaven. why hast thou forsaken me? and hath a thousand fair and foul days in its journey to Heaven. q-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11? cc vhz dt crd j cc j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3746 I know particular cases must here be excepted: I know particular cases must Here be excepted: pns11 vvb j n2 vmb av vbi vvn: (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3747 but I speak of the ordinary Methods of Divine Providence, with Souls whom God bringeth to glory. but I speak of the ordinary Methods of Divine Providence, with Souls whom God brings to glory. cc-acp pns11 vvb pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 382 Page 193
3748 6. I will conclude this Discourse with the instance of the great work of Providence in the Reformation of his Church in this latter age; 6. I will conclude this Discourse with the instance of the great work of Providence in the Reformation of his Church in this latter age; crd pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d d n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 193
3749 whether you look upon it in Germany, France, or England. In Germany it began with Luther (an eminent Servant of of God, whither you look upon it in Germany, France, or England. In Germany it began with Luther (an eminent Servant of of God, cs pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1. p-acp np1 pn31 vvd p-acp np1 (dt j n1 pp-f pp-f np1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 193
3750 though like Elias of like passions and infirmities with other men): though like Elias of like passion and infirmities with other men): cs j np1 pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp j-jn n2): (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 193
3751 how strangely did the Providence of God in the beginning work towards the accomplishment of it? That Luther, who was a poor Monk, should be preserved to plant the Doctrine of the Gospel, how strangely did the Providence of God in the beginning work towards the accomplishment of it? That Luther, who was a poor Monk, should be preserved to plant the Doctrine of the Gospel, c-crq av-j vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? cst np1, r-crq vbds dt j n1, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3752 and should diffuse it so far as he did, and be preserved to do it against all the rage both of the Pope, and Emperour 28, or 29 years, was a great favour of Providence to the infantile Reformation: and should diffuse it so Far as he did, and be preserved to do it against all the rage both of the Pope, and Emperor 28, or 29 Years, was a great favour of Providence to the infantile Reformation: cc vmd vvi pn31 av av-j c-acp pns31 vdd, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d dt n1 av-d pp-f dt n1, cc n1 crd, cc crd n2, vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3753 but afterwards, how the Providence of God gave check to it is sufficiently known, yet it kept its ground and gained. but afterwards, how the Providence of God gave check to it is sufficiently known, yet it kept its ground and gained. cc-acp av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, av pn31 vvd po31 n1 cc vvn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3754 For England we know from our story, That King Hen. 8, laid the first stone; we also know how Providence at first favoured the work, during all the reign of Edward the sixth; but in Queen Maries time, For England we know from our story, That King Hen. 8, laid the First stone; we also know how Providence At First favoured the work, during all the Reign of Edward the sixth; but in Queen Mary's time, p-acp np1 pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cst n1 n1. crd, vvd dt ord n1; pns12 av vvb c-crq n1 p-acp ord vvd dt n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 dt ord; cc-acp p-acp n1 npg1 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3755 for five years together it seemed to move directly cross; for five Years together it seemed to move directly cross; p-acp crd n2 av pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi av-j j; (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3889 yet such as to which the Providence of God makes our faith stagger, more than as to any other. yet such as to which the Providence of God makes our faith stagger, more than as to any other. av d c-acp p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz po12 n1 vvi, av-dc cs c-acp p-acp d n-jn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3756 the Popish Superstitions were restored in all parts of the Nation, Multitudes burnt for the profession of the Gospel, others fled into foreign parts to secure their lives. the Popish Superstitions were restored in all parts of the nation, Multitudes burned for the profession of the Gospel, Others fled into foreign parts to secure their lives. dt j n2 vbdr vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1, n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n2-jn vvd p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3757 But the Providence of God returned again to its work in the time of Queen Elizabeth. But I have spoken enough to justifie the Observation. But the Providence of God returned again to its work in the time of Queen Elizabeth. But I have spoken enough to justify the Observation. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 np1. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 383 Page 194
3758 Let me in the next place endeavour to give you a reasonable account of these transverse motions of Providence: not that I dare presume to give you the reasons why God moveth thus, or thus; Let me in the next place endeavour to give you a reasonable account of these transverse motions of Providence: not that I Dare presume to give you the Reasons why God moves thus, or thus; vvb pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1: xx cst pns11 vvb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n2 c-crq np1 vvz av, cc av; (19) sermon (DIV3) 384 Page 194
3759 for who hath been his Counsellor at any time? but so far forth, as to shew you that these motions of Providence are approvable to our Reason, for who hath been his Counsellor At any time? but so Far forth, as to show you that these motions of Providence Are approvable to our Reason, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn po31 n1 p-acp d n1? cc-acp av av-j av, c-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 cst d n2 pp-f n1 vbr j p-acp po12 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 384 Page 194
3760 so as we may judg the Lords ways but proportioned to his wise and great designs. so as we may judge the lords ways but proportioned to his wise and great designs. av c-acp pns12 vmb vvb dt n2 n2 p-acp vvn p-acp po31 j cc j n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 384 Page 194
3761 1. In the first place, certainly one reasonable account to be given of these motions, must be the variety of designs which the Providence of God ordinarily carries on together. 1. In the First place, Certainly one reasonable account to be given of these motions, must be the variety of designs which the Providence of God ordinarily carries on together. crd p-acp dt ord n1, av-j crd j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n2, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jn vvz a-acp av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3762 I have hinted this to you before; suffer me here to enlarge a little upon it again. I have hinted this to you before; suffer me Here to enlarge a little upon it again. pns11 vhb vvn d p-acp pn22 a-acp; vvb pno11 av pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp pn31 av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3763 I then compared Providence to a man of great business, and dealings in the World; I then compared Providence to a man of great business, and dealings in the World; pns11 av vvn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3764 who though London, or some other great place, be in his Eye as the end of his Journey where his business lies, which he doth chiefly design the dispatch of; who though London, or Some other great place, be in his Eye as the end of his Journey where his business lies, which he does chiefly Design the dispatch of; r-crq cs np1, cc d j-jn j n1, vbb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq po31 n1 vvz, r-crq pns31 vdz av-jn vvb dt n1 pp-f; (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3765 yet hath also other business here, and there, at this Town and that Town; and therefore seldom or never keepeth a road long. yet hath also other business Here, and there, At this Town and that Town; and Therefore seldom or never Keepeth a road long. av vhz av j-jn n1 av, cc a-acp, p-acp d n1 cc d n1; cc av av cc av-x vvz dt n1 av-j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3766 Providence is Gods great Minister of State, upon the hand of which all the effects of his Counsels and Eternal purposes lie, Providence is God's great Minister of State, upon the hand of which all the effects of his Counsels and Eternal Purposes lie, n1 vbz ng1 j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq d dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 cc j n2 vvb, (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3767 and it never driveth a single design. and it never drives a single Design. cc pn31 av vvz dt j n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3768 The Promise was gone out, for the seed of Abraham to inherit Canaan: Providence is to bring this about, The Promise was gone out, for the seed of Abraham to inherit Canaan: Providence is to bring this about, dt n1 vbds vvn av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi np1: n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d a-acp, (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 194
3769 but this cannot be done till the Nations be dispossessed, and in order thereunto the iniquities of the Amorites must be full, Gen. 15.16: and God giveth Abraham this very reason, why his seed should not possess Canaan until the fourth Generation. but this cannot be done till the nations be dispossessed, and in order thereunto the iniquities of the amorites must be full, Gen. 15.16: and God gives Abraham this very reason, why his seed should not possess Canaan until the fourth Generation. cc-acp d vmbx vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 vbb vvn, cc p-acp n1 av dt n2 pp-f dt np1 vmb vbi j, np1 crd: cc np1 vvz np1 d j n1, c-crq po31 n1 vmd xx vvi np1 p-acp dt ord n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3770 God had designed to get himself glory upon Pharaoh; in order to this he must first oppress, God had designed to get himself glory upon Pharaoh; in order to this he must First oppress, np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi px31 n1 p-acp np1; p-acp n1 p-acp d pns31 vmb ord vvi, (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3771 then pursue Israel to the Red-sea. then pursue Israel to the Red sea. av vvb np1 p-acp dt np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3772 The Providence of God never carrieth on a single design, but in the fulfilling some eminent Counsel of God, referring to a person or a Nation, effects an hundred other pieces of Divine Counsel; The Providence of God never Carrieth on a single Design, but in the fulfilling Some eminent Counsel of God, referring to a person or a nation, effects an hundred other Pieces of Divine Counsel; dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt j-vvg d j n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, n2 dt crd j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3773 although it may be to us not so remarkable, as that which our Eye is so much upon, although it may be to us not so remarkable, as that which our Eye is so much upon, cs pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno12 xx av j, c-acp d r-crq po12 n1 vbz av av-d p-acp, (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3774 and which we are so impatient for. The Providence of God will bring David to the Kingdom; and which we Are so impatient for. The Providence of God will bring David to the Kingdom; cc r-crq pns12 vbr av j p-acp. dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 385 Page 195
3776 Secondly, The seemingly oblique, and contradictory motions of Divine Providence, do often (though we at first discern it not) bear the notion, and have the nature of proper means in order to the great End. If Joseph had not been sold into Egypt, if there he had not been thrown into a prison, Secondly, The seemingly oblique, and contradictory motions of Divine Providence, do often (though we At First discern it not) bear the notion, and have the nature of proper means in order to the great End. If Joseph had not been sold into Egypt, if there he had not been thrown into a prison, ord, dt av-vvg j, cc n1 n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vdb av (cs pns12 p-acp ord vvi pn31 xx) vvb dt n1, cc vhb dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 cs np1 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp np1, cs a-acp pns31 vhd xx vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3777 how should he have been of use to save much people, and particularly his Father, how should he have been of use to save much people, and particularly his Father, q-crq vmd pns31 vhi vbn pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc av-j po31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3778 and his Brethren alive? It was in prison that he had the opportunity to interpret first the Butlers dream, who recommended him to the King, and his Brothers alive? It was in prison that he had the opportunity to interpret First the Butlers dream, who recommended him to the King, cc po31 n2 j? pn31 vbds p-acp n1 cst pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi ord dt n2 vvb, r-crq vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3779 and brought him before him to interpret his also, which you know was his rise to his great capacity. and brought him before him to interpret his also, which you know was his rise to his great capacity. cc vvd pno31 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 av, r-crq pn22 vvb vbds po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3780 It was the Israelites affliction and oppression in the Land of Egypt, which made them willing to leave the fleshpots, and Onions, and Garlick, there to go toward Canaan. We use to say, The furthest way about, is the nearest way home. It was the Israelites affliction and oppression in the Land of Egypt, which made them willing to leave the fleshpots, and Onions, and Garlic, there to go towards Canaan. We use to say, The furthest Way about, is the nearest Way home. pn31 vbds dt np1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc n2, cc n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, dt js n1 p-acp, vbz dt js n1 av-an. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3781 That man makes it so, that doth a great deal of business in one journey (riding only now and then a little out of the way) which he must else have dispatched by new journeys: That man makes it so, that does a great deal of business in one journey (riding only now and then a little out of the Way) which he must Else have dispatched by new journeys: cst n1 vvz pn31 av, cst vdz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd n1 (vvg av-j av cc av dt j av pp-f dt n1) r-crq pns31 vmb av vhi vvn p-acp j n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3782 but it is never truer, than in the motions of Providence; what seemeth to us in Gods working, the furthest way about, in order to the saving of a Soul, but it is never truer, than in the motions of Providence; what seems to us in God's working, the furthest Way about, in order to the Saving of a Soul, cc-acp pn31 vbz av jc, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp n2 vvg, dt js n1 p-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3783 or the preserving of his Church and making it to grow and flourish, is indeed the nearest way to it. or the preserving of his Church and making it to grow and flourish, is indeed the nearest Way to it. cc dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vbz av dt js n1 p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3784 They say, the beating of a Walnut-tree, is the way to make it fruitful: the treading on the Palm-tree, the way to make it more flourish. They say, the beating of a Walnut-tree, is the Way to make it fruitful: the treading on the Palm tree, the Way to make it more flourish. pns32 vvb, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 j: dt vvg p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc vvi. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3785 We see in daily experience the treading down, and trampling a piece of ground, makes it the better in the Spring for grass or corn; We see in daily experience the treading down, and trampling a piece of ground, makes it the better in the Spring for grass or corn; pns12 vvb p-acp j n1 dt vvg a-acp, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz pn31 dt av-jc p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3786 and much spareth other stercorations. It is as trite an observation, That the blood of the Martyrs hath always proved the seed of the Church. and much spares other stercorations. It is as trite an observation, That the blood of the Martyrs hath always proved the seed of the Church. cc d vvz j-jn n2. pn31 vbz a-acp j dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vhz av vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3787 David before he was afflicted, went astray. David before he was afflicted, went astray. np1 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, vvd av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 195
3788 And this many times we can say, when a day of Evil is over, though we could not so easily read it in the hour of his afflictive Dispensations either to the Church, or to particular persons. And this many times we can say, when a day of Evil is over, though we could not so Easily read it in the hour of his afflictive Dispensations either to the Church, or to particular Persons. cc d d n2 pns12 vmb vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n-jn vbz p-acp, cs pns12 vmd xx av av-j vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2 av-d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp j n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 386 Page 196
3789 3. A third account of it, may be Gods design to exercise the faith and patience of his people. 3. A third account of it, may be God's Design to exercise the faith and patience of his people. crd dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, vmb vbi n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3790 God hath determined the impenitent sinner to destruction, and his people to salvation; but both of them must come to their Eternity by means. God hath determined the impenitent sinner to destruction, and his people to salvation; but both of them must come to their Eternity by means. np1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp n1, cc po31 n1 p-acp n1; cc-acp d pp-f pno32 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3791 The Sinner by the pursuit of his lusts, and a continuance in them; The Sinner by the pursuit of his Lustiest, and a Continuance in them; dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt n1 p-acp pno32; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3792 the child of God, by the exercise of his graces. Amongst other habits of grace, faith and patience, are not the least. the child of God, by the exercise of his graces. among other habits of grace, faith and patience, Are not the least. dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, vbr xx dt ds. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3793 The exercise of these is when sense faileth, and the Providence of God moveth out of our sight, in a time of adversity when it seemeth to move at a great distance from the Promise, The exercise of these is when sense Faileth, and the Providence of God moves out of our sighed, in a time of adversity when it seems to move At a great distance from the Promise, dt n1 pp-f d vbz c-crq n1 vvz, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz av pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3794 if not directly contrary to it. if not directly contrary to it. cs xx av-j j-jn p-acp pn31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3795 Blessed are they who have not seen, and have yet believed (saith our Saviour). Blessed Are they who have not seen, and have yet believed (Says our Saviour). vvn vbr pns32 r-crq vhb xx vvn, cc vhb av vvn (vvz po12 n1). (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3796 God gave Abraham a Promise, nay divers promises: two more eminent, the one of a Child; the other, of a numerous seed, and their inheriting the land of Canaan. God gave Abraham a Promise, nay diverse promises: two more eminent, the one of a Child; the other, of a numerous seed, and their inheriting the land of Canaan. np1 vvd np1 dt n1, uh-x j n2: crd n1 j, dt crd pp-f dt n1; dt n-jn, pp-f dt j n1, cc po32 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3797 Now if the Providence of God, had presently moved in a direct line towards the fulfilling of these Promises, where had been a room for Abrahams faith, so much celebrated in Scripture? the Apostle saith, Rom. 4.18, That he against hope believed in hope, — and ver. 19, Being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body being now dead, Now if the Providence of God, had presently moved in a Direct line towards the fulfilling of these Promises, where had been a room for Abrahams faith, so much celebrated in Scripture? the Apostle Says, Rom. 4.18, That he against hope believed in hope, — and for. 19, Being not weak in faith, he considered not his own body being now dead, av cs dt n1 pp-f np1, vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d vvz, q-crq vhd vbn dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av av-d vvn p-acp n1? dt n1 vvz, np1 crd, cst pns31 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1, — cc p-acp. crd, vbg xx j p-acp n1, pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1 vbg av j, (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3798 when he was about a hundred years old, nor yet the deadness of Sarahs womb. when he was about a hundred Years old, nor yet the deadness of Sarahs womb. c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt crd n2 j, ccx av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3799 Ver. 20, He staggered not at the Promise through unbelief, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; Ver. 20, He staggered not At the Promise through unbelief, but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; np1 crd, pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp vbds j p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp np1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3800 and being fully perswaded, that what he had promised, he was also able to perform: and therefore it was imputed to him for righteousness. and being Fully persuaded, that what he had promised, he was also able to perform: and Therefore it was imputed to him for righteousness. cc vbg av-j vvn, cst r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vbds av j pc-acp vvi: cc av pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3801 The Providence of God delayeth the time, suffereth Abraham first, and his Wife to live to an age, that they both were past any reasonable hope of children, The Providence of God delayeth the time, suffers Abraham First, and his Wife to live to an age, that they both were passed any reasonable hope of children, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1, vvz np1 ord, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 d vbdr p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3802 then it giveth him a child: then it gives him a child: cs pn31 vvz pno31 dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3803 why doth Providence move thus slowly, and obliquely? how else should Abrahams faith have been tried? how should it have been tried whether he would stagger at the Promise through unbelief? Another branch of that Promise was, That the child which God should give him of Sarah his Wife should be his heir, Gen. 15.4. This [ that is, this Eliezer of Damascus of whom thou speakest, ver 2. ] shall not be thine heir: why does Providence move thus slowly, and obliquely? how Else should Abrahams faith have been tried? how should it have been tried whither he would stagger At the Promise through unbelief? another branch of that Promise was, That the child which God should give him of Sarah his Wife should be his heir, Gen. 15.4. This [ that is, this Eliezer of Damascus of whom thou Speakest, for 2. ] shall not be thine heir: uh-crq vdz n1 vvi av av-j, cc av-j? uh-crq av vmd np1 n1 vhb vbn vvn? q-crq vmd pn31 vhi vbn vvn cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1? j-jn n1 pp-f d n1 vbds, cst dt n1 r-crq np1 vmd vvi pno31 pp-f np1 po31 n1 vmd vbi po31 n1, np1 crd. d [ cst vbz, d np1 pp-f np1 pp-f ro-crq pns21 vv2, p-acp crd ] vmb xx vbi po21 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3804 but he that shall come forth of thine own bowels, shall be thine heir. but he that shall come forth of thine own bowels, shall be thine heir. cc-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi av pp-f po21 d n2, vmb vbi po21 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3805 Chap. 22. God by his Providence tempteth Abraham; He bids him go, and with his own hands sacrifice this his son, his only son; Chap. 22. God by his Providence tempts Abraham; He bids him go, and with his own hands sacrifice this his son, his only son; np1 crd np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz np1; pns31 vvz pno31 vvi, cc p-acp po31 d n2 vvi d po31 n1, po31 j n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 196
3806 what an oblique, yea contrary motion of Providence doth this seem to be, to the promise of Isaac his being the heir? In Isaac shall thy seed be called, saith the Promise. what an oblique, yea contrary motion of Providence does this seem to be, to the promise of Isaac his being the heir? In Isaac shall thy seed be called, Says the Promise. r-crq dt j, uh j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vdz d vvi pc-acp vbi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 vbg dt n1? p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn, vvz dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3807 How shall that be, when Isaac (who as yet had no seed) must be sacrificed? But how else shall Abrahams faith and obedience be tried, which standeth upon Record. How shall that be, when Isaac (who as yet had no seed) must be sacrificed? But how Else shall Abrahams faith and Obedience be tried, which Stands upon Record. q-crq vmb d vbi, c-crq np1 (r-crq c-acp av vhd dx n1) vmb vbi vvn? p-acp q-crq av vmb npg1 n1 cc n1 vbb vvn, r-crq vvz p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3808 Heb. 11.17, By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac; Hebrew 11.17, By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac; np1 crd, p-acp n1 np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, vvd a-acp np1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3809 and he that had received the Promise, offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, In Isaac shall thy seed be called; and he that had received the Promise, offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, In Isaac shall thy seed be called; cc pns31 cst vhd vvn dt n1, vvd a-acp po31 j vvn n1, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn, p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3810 accounting that God was able to raise him up from the •ead; from which he also received him in a figure. accounting that God was able to raise him up from the •ead; from which he also received him in a figure. vvg cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1; p-acp r-crq pns31 av vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3811 Abraham had a promise of Canaan for his seed: Providence went a great way about before it sensibly came home to this Promise; Abraham had a promise of Canaan for his seed: Providence went a great Way about before it sensibly Come home to this Promise; np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1: n1 vvd dt j n1 a-acp p-acp pn31 av-j vvd av-an p-acp d n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3812 if it had not, how had Abrahams faith had its exercise mentioned? Heb. 11.8. By faith Abraham when he was called to go out into a place, which he should afterward receive, obeyed; if it had not, how had Abrahams faith had its exercise mentioned? Hebrew 11.8. By faith Abraham when he was called to go out into a place, which he should afterwards receive, obeyed; cs pn31 vhd xx, q-crq vhd np1 n1 vhd po31 n1 vvn? np1 crd. p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vmd av vvi, vvd; (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3813 and he went out, not knowing whither he went. and he went out, not knowing whither he went. cc pns31 vvd av, xx vvg c-crq pns31 vvd. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3814 By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange Country, &c. God gave him no inheritance in it (saith St. Stephen, Acts 7.5,) no not so much as to set his foot on: By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange Country, etc. God gave him no inheritance in it (Says Saint Stephen, Acts 7.5,) no not so much as to Set his foot on: p-acp n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, av np1 vvd pno31 dx n1 p-acp pn31 (vvz n1 np1, n2 crd,) dx xx av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp: (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3815 yet he promised, that he would give it to him for his possession, and to his seed after him, when as yet he had no children. yet he promised, that he would give it to him for his possession, and to his seed After him, when as yet he had no children. av pns31 vvd, cst pns31 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq c-acp av pns31 vhd dx n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 387 Page 197
3816 Fourthly, What if we should say, That God doth this, that he might be the more admired in the works of his Providence when they came to an issue, and have the more of the praises and thanksgivings of his people. Fourthly, What if we should say, That God does this, that he might be the more admired in the works of his Providence when they Come to an issue, and have the more of the praises and thanksgivings of his people. ord, r-crq cs pns12 vmd vvi, cst np1 vdz d, cst pns31 vmd vbi dt av-dc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vhb dt av-dc pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3817 We are never so deeply affected either with with the good, or evil that be tideth us, We Are never so deeply affected either with with the good, or evil that be tideth us, pns12 vbr av-x av av-jn vvn d p-acp p-acp dt j, cc n-jn cst vbi vvz pno12, (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3818 as when we are surprised with it, and it comes upon us, fearing or looking for the contrary. as when we Are surprised with it, and it comes upon us, fearing or looking for the contrary. c-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno12, vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n-jn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3819 Evils unthought-of are more heavy, and more dejecting and afflictive: Evils unthought-of Are more heavy, and more dejecting and afflictive: n2-jn j vbr av-dc j, cc av-dc vvg cc j: (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3820 Good things not look'd for, are more affecting, and raise up holy affections more to the high praises of God. Good things not looked for, Are more affecting, and raise up holy affections more to the high praises of God. j n2 xx vvn p-acp, vbr av-dc vvg, cc vvi a-acp j n2 av-dc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3821 Now, when the Providence of God hath moved obliquely, and to our appearance quite contrary (as we judged) unto the Promise, Now, when the Providence of God hath moved obliquely, and to our appearance quite contrary (as we judged) unto the Promise, av, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn av-j, cc p-acp po12 n1 av n-jn (c-acp pns12 vvd) p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3822 when it cometh home unto it, to give it a being and issue, it cometh upon us as it were upon the sudden, when it comes home unto it, to give it a being and issue, it comes upon us as it were upon the sudden, c-crq pn31 vvz av-an p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt j, (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3823 and contrary to the expectation of our sense and reason; and contrary to the expectation of our sense and reason; cc j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3824 and so wonderfully affects our hearts, and enforceth from us great and high acknowledgments of the Omnipotency, and power of God, of his mercy and goodness, of his truth and veracity. It is the common infirmity of our Natures, that we more know our mercies by wanting them, than by enjoying them. and so wonderfully affects our hearts, and enforceth from us great and high acknowledgments of the Omnipotency, and power of God, of his mercy and Goodness, of his truth and veracity. It is the Common infirmity of our Nature's, that we more know our Mercies by wanting them, than by enjoying them. cc av av-j vvz po12 n2, cc vvz p-acp pno12 j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2, cst pns12 av-dc vvb po12 n2 p-acp vvg pno32, cs p-acp vvg pno32. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 197
3825 If the Providence of God moved in a right line to bring promised good to them who love and fear God, he would neither have so much of the prayers and cryes of his people, during the want of their desired good, If the Providence of God moved in a right line to bring promised good to them who love and Fear God, he would neither have so much of the Prayers and cries of his people, during the want of their desired good, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi j-vvn j p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 cc n1 np1, pns31 vmd av-dx vhi av d pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j-vvn j, (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3826 nor yet so much praise upon the bestowing of it. nor yet so much praise upon the bestowing of it. ccx av av av-d vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3827 You shall observe, That God is not so much praised for mercies of common Providence, which we receive every day (how valuable soever, You shall observe, That God is not so much praised for Mercies of Common Providence, which we receive every day (how valuable soever, pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 vbz xx av av-d vvn p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq pns12 vvb d n1 (c-crq j av, (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3828 as our sleep in the night, our appetite to our meat, &c.) As for such Dispensations as are more rare and extraordinary: as our sleep in the night, our appetite to our meat, etc.) As for such Dispensations as Are more rare and extraordinary: c-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, po12 n1 p-acp po12 n1, av) p-acp p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr av-dc j cc j: (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3829 the reason is, because we look for the former; the reason is, Because we look for the former; dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt j; (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3830 they are common with us, and we expect them, Providence more ke•peth a road as to them, than as to others. they Are Common with us, and we expect them, Providence more ke•peth a road as to them, than as to Others. pns32 vbr j p-acp pno12, cc pns12 vvb pno32, n1 av-dc vvz dt n1 c-acp p-acp pno32, cs c-acp p-acp n2-jn. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3831 But it is time I should come to the Application of this Observation. But it is time I should come to the Application of this Observation. p-acp pn31 vbz n1 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 388 Page 198
3832 In the first place, This Observation should bespeak us aforehand, that no such oblique, and seemingly contrary motions of Providence may be any prejudice to our faith in the Promise. In the First place, This Observation should bespeak us aforehand, that no such oblique, and seemingly contrary motions of Providence may be any prejudice to our faith in the Promise. p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vmd vvi pno12 av, cst dx d j, cc av-vvg vvi n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi d n1 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3833 W•nder not if you still see the Providence of God keeping the same Methods, that it hath alway in all the great things which it hath brought to pass in the World. W•nder not if you still see the Providence of God keeping the same Methods, that it hath always in all the great things which it hath brought to pass in the World. vvb xx cs pn22 av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt d n2, cst pn31 vhz av p-acp d dt j n2 r-crq pn31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3834 Particularly, as to Gods great works relating to his Church; Particularly, as to God's great works relating to his Church; av-jn, c-acp p-acp npg1 j n2 vvg p-acp po31 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3835 God hath used to begin a work in one age, which it may be he hath not finished, God hath used to begin a work in one age, which it may be he hath not finished, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp crd n1, r-crq pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vhz xx vvn, (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3836 or will not finish till that age be out. or will not finish till that age be out. cc vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1 vbb av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3837 Thus you have heard, that it was in the first plantation of the Gospel, begun in the Apostles time. Thus you have herd, that it was in the First plantation of the Gospel, begun in the Apostles time. av pn22 vhb vvn, cst pn31 vbds p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, vvn p-acp dt n2 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3838 Thus it hath been in the Reformation of the Church when corrupted; there is nothing more ordinary than this. Thus it hath been in the Reformation of the Church when corrupted; there is nothing more ordinary than this. av pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq vvd; pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs d. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3839 If therefore you see any-where foundations of Reformation laid, and then the Providence of God seems to desert its work, If Therefore you see anywhere foundations of Reformation laid, and then the Providence of God seems to desert its work, cs av pn22 vvb av n2 pp-f n1 vvn, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3840 and the foundations laid seem to be plucking up again, and all things to run in the old Channels, trouble not your selves at it; and the foundations laid seem to be plucking up again, and all things to run in the old Channels, trouble not your selves At it; cc dt n2 vvd vvi pc-acp vbi vvg a-acp av, cc d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2, vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3841 this is but an ordinary Method of Divine Providence. this is but an ordinary Method of Divine Providence. d vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 389 Page 198
3842 But let us secondly from hence collect what is our duty with reference to such times, But let us secondly from hence collect what is our duty with Referente to such times, p-acp vvb pno12 ord p-acp av vvb r-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 390 Page 198
3843 when to our appearance the Providence of God seemeth to move obliquely, or contrary to the Promise. when to our appearance the Providence of God seems to move obliquely, or contrary to the Promise. c-crq p-acp po12 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-j, cc j-jn p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 390 Page 198
3844 This I shall attempt to open to you: 1. With reference unto God. 2. With reference to the Promise. 3. With reference unto Providence. 1. Quest. This I shall attempt to open to you: 1. With Referente unto God. 2. With Referente to the Promise. 3. With Referente unto Providence. 1. Quest. d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22: crd p-acp n1 p-acp np1. crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp n1 p-acp n1. crd n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 390 Page 198
3845 What is our duty relating more immediately unto God, under the posing and astonishing Dispensations of his Providence, What is our duty relating more immediately unto God, under the posing and astonishing Dispensations of his Providence, q-crq vbz po12 n1 vvg av-dc av-j p-acp np1, p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 391 Page 199
3846 In the first place, we doubtless ought to take heed of charging God foolishly. In the First place, we doubtless ought to take heed of charging God foolishly. p-acp dt ord n1, pns12 av-j pi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg np1 av-j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3847 I borrow the expression from Job, Chap. 1, In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. I borrow the expression from Job, Chap. 1, In all this Job sinned not, nor charged God foolishly. pns11 vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd, p-acp d d n1 vvd xx, ccx vvd np1 av-j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3866 where this is not matter of demonstration to your sense and reason, let it yet be matter of admiration to you. where this is not matter of demonstration to your sense and reason, let it yet be matter of admiration to you. c-crq d vbz xx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n1 cc n1, vvb pn31 av vbi n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22. (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3848 To charge God foolishly upon the account of his Providences, is by occasion of them to utter vain and foolish things that are not fit to be spoken of the Majesty of God; To charge God foolishly upon the account of his Providences, is by occasion of them to utter vain and foolish things that Are not fit to be spoken of the Majesty of God; p-acp n1 np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, vbz p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi j cc j n2 cst vbr xx j pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3849 as if he failed either in his truth or mercy, or goodness to his people. as if he failed either in his truth or mercy, or Goodness to his people. c-acp cs pns31 vvd av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3850 It is an exellent precept of the Apostle in this case, though given in another: 1 Cor. 4.5, Judg nothing before the time. It is an excellent precept of the Apostle in this case, though given in Another: 1 Cor. 4.5, Judge nothing before the time. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cs vvn p-acp j-jn: crd np1 crd, vvb pix p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3851 There is a time when God will give us leave to judg of his ways, whether they be not both mercy and truth to them that fear him. There is a time when God will give us leave to judge of his ways, whither they be not both mercy and truth to them that Fear him. pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vvi pno12 vvi p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, cs pns32 vbb xx d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3852 Only Judg not before the time, before God hath finished his work, and brought off what he hath upon the wheel. Only Judge not before the time, before God hath finished his work, and brought off what he hath upon the wheel. j n1 xx p-acp dt n1, c-acp np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cc vvd a-acp r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3853 Now it is this hasty Judgment, which is the cause of all our murmuring and repining, of all our hasty sayings, Now it is this hasty Judgement, which is the cause of all our murmuring and repining, of all our hasty sayings, av pn31 vbz d j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d po12 j-vvg cc vvg, pp-f d po12 j n2-vvg, (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3854 like the Psalmist in his passion, Will the Lord cast off for ever, and will he be favourable no more? Is his mercy clean gone for ever? Doth his promise fail for evermore? Hath God forgotten to be gracious, hath he in anger shut up his tender mercies, Selah? Psalm 77.7, 8, 9. If this be the usual method of Providence in the accomplishment of Promises, to move obliquely and contrary (as to humane appearance) and yet at last most certainly to bring the Promise to effect; like the Psalmist in his passion, Will the Lord cast off for ever, and will he be favourable no more? Is his mercy clean gone for ever? Does his promise fail for evermore? Hath God forgotten to be gracious, hath he in anger shut up his tender Mercies, Selac? Psalm 77.7, 8, 9. If this be the usual method of Providence in the accomplishment of Promises, to move obliquely and contrary (as to humane appearance) and yet At last most Certainly to bring the Promise to Effect; av-j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vmb dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp av, cc vmb pns31 vbi j av-dx av-dc? vbz po31 n1 av-j vvn p-acp av? vdz po31 n1 vvi p-acp av? vhz np1 vvn pc-acp vbi j, vhz pns31 p-acp n1 vvn a-acp po31 j n2, np1? np1 crd, crd, crd cs d vbb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, pc-acp vvi av-j cc j-jn (c-acp p-acp j n1) cc av p-acp ord av-ds av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3855 we have no reason under the oblique, or seemingly contrary motions of Providence, to charge God, we have no reason under the oblique, or seemingly contrary motions of Providence, to charge God, pns12 vhb dx n1 p-acp dt j, cc av-vvg vvi n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 np1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3856 as if he failed in his truth, or failed in his mercy; he is only fetching a compass in order to the verifying and justification of both. as if he failed in his truth, or failed in his mercy; he is only fetching a compass in order to the verifying and justification of both. c-acp cs pns31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cc vvd p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vbz av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg cc n1 pp-f d. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3857 For us so much as to suspect, or to think the contrary, is to charge God foolishly, not observing, For us so much as to suspect, or to think the contrary, is to charge God foolishly, not observing, p-acp pno12 av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n-jn, vbz pc-acp vvi np1 av-j, xx vvg, (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3858 nor understanding the ordinary methods and courses of Divine Providence in accomplishing of his greatest Promises. nor understanding the ordinary methods and courses of Divine Providence in accomplishing of his greatest Promises. ccx vvg dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg pp-f po31 js vvz. (19) sermon (DIV3) 392 Page 199
3859 2. It is our duty to admire God in those providential Dispensations, which we do not understand. 2. It is our duty to admire God in those providential Dispensations, which we do not understand. crd pn31 vbz po12 n1 p-acp vvb np1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi. (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3860 Man vainly studieth to find out God in his unsearchable Counsels and motions of Providence; Vain man would be wise. Man vainly studieth to find out God in his unsearchable Counsels and motions of Providence; Vain man would be wise. n1 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi av np1 p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; j n1 vmd vbi j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3861 Now the ways of God (as I have shewed you) are in many things past finding out. Now the ways of God (as I have showed you) Are in many things passed finding out. av dt n2 pp-f np1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) vbr p-acp d n2 p-acp vvg av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3862 Where we can fee God in his ways of mercy, there is an opportunity for our love and thankfulness: Where we can fee God in his ways of mercy, there is an opportunity for our love and thankfulness: c-crq pns12 vmb n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3863 where we cannot see him, there is an opportutunity for our fear and admiration; where we cannot see him, there is an opportutunity for our Fear and admiration; c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi pno31, pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3864 stand upon this bottom, That all the ways of God are mercy and truth to them that fear him: stand upon this bottom, That all the ways of God Are mercy and truth to them that Fear him: vvb p-acp d n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31: (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3865 Let nothing shake you from this foundation, nor move you from this Rock: Let nothing shake you from this Foundation, nor move you from this Rock: vvb pix vvi pn22 p-acp d n1, ccx vvb pn22 p-acp d n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 199
3867 Be admiring at the wisdom of God, that can out of a Chaos bring order, out of darkness bring light. But secondly, 2d Quest. Be admiring At the Wisdom of God, that can out of a Chaos bring order, out of darkness bring Light. But secondly, 2d Quest. vbb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb av pp-f dt n1 vvb n1, av pp-f n1 vvb n1. p-acp ord, crd n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 393 Page 200
3868 What (at such a time) is our duty with reference to the Promise? What (At such a time) is our duty with Referente to the Promise? q-crq (p-acp d dt n1) vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? (19) sermon (DIV3) 394 Page 200
3869 1. I answer to stand fast by it. I would have every good Christian think at such a time as Providence (to his appearance) moveth obliquely, 1. I answer to stand fast by it. I would have every good Christian think At such a time as Providence (to his appearance) moves obliquely, crd pns11 vvb p-acp vvb av-j p-acp pn31. pns11 vmd vhi d j np1 vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1 (p-acp po31 n1) vvz av-j, (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3870 and contrary to the Promise, to think that he heareth it speak unto him; and contrary to the Promise, to think that he hears it speak unto him; cc j-jn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vvz pn31 vvi p-acp pno31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3871 as Christ sometimes spake to his Disciples, Matth 5, Think you that I am come to destroy the law and the Prophets? I am not come to destroy them, but to fulfil them. as christ sometime spoke to his Disciples, Matthew 5, Think you that I am come to destroy the law and the prophets? I am not come to destroy them, but to fulfil them. c-acp np1 av vvd p-acp po31 n2, av crd, vvb pn22 cst pns11 vbm vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n2? pns11 vbm xx vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3872 I say, I would have you think you hear the Providence of God thus speaking to you, under its darkest Dispensations. I say, I would have you think you hear the Providence of God thus speaking to you, under its Darkest Dispensations. pns11 vvb, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvg p-acp pn22, p-acp po31 js n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3873 Think you that I am about to destroy the Promise, or by my motions to make it of no effect? No, I am come not to destroy a tittle of a promise: Think you that I am about to destroy the Promise, or by my motions to make it of no Effect? No, I am come not to destroy a tittle of a promise: vvb pn22 cst pns11 vbm a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc p-acp po11 n2 pc-acp vvi pn31 pp-f dx n1? uh-dx, pns11 vbm vvn xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3874 Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but not a tittle of the promise shall fail: I am not by these motions destroying the promise; Heaven and Earth shall pass away, but not a tittle of the promise shall fail: I am not by these motions destroying the promise; n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, cc-acp xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi: pns11 vbm xx p-acp d n2 vvg dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3875 whatever your sense may dictate to you, or whatsoever your reason may prompt to you, I am but fulfilling the promise. whatever your sense may dictate to you, or whatsoever your reason may prompt to you, I am but fulfilling the promise. r-crq po22 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc r-crq po22 n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, pns11 vbm p-acp vvg dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3876 Therefore I say at such a time, look to your hearts that they abide by the promise: Therefore I say At such a time, look to your hearts that they abide by the promise: av pns11 vvb p-acp d dt n1, vvb p-acp po22 n2 cst pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3877 Let it be the case of the Church in which we live, or the case of any particular Soul, still keep to the Word, the promise to the Church is sure; Let it be the case of the Church in which we live, or the case of any particular Soul, still keep to the Word, the promise to the Church is sure; vvb pn31 vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n1, av vvb p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3878 the promise to the particular Soul is sure: the promise to the particular Soul is sure: dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vbz j: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3879 Providence is not moved out of its way, it is only got a little out of thy sight; Providence is not moved out of its Way, it is only god a little out of thy sighed; n1 vbz xx vvn av pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz av-j vvn dt j av pp-f po21 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3880 if thou canst but wait for it, it will come into thy road again, and go with thy expectation most certainly to the fulfilling of the Promise. if thou Canst but wait for it, it will come into thy road again, and go with thy expectation most Certainly to the fulfilling of the Promise. cs pns21 vm2 cc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1 av, cc vvi p-acp po21 n1 av-ds av-j p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3881 Take that one word, Eccles. 8.12, 13, Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged; Take that one word, Eccles. 8.12, 13, Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged; vvb d crd n1, np1 crd, crd, cs dt n1 vdb av-jn dt crd n2, cc po31 n2 vbb vvn; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3882 yet surely it shall be well with them that fear God, which fear before him: yet surely it shall be well with them that Fear God, which Fear before him: av av-j pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1, r-crq vvb p-acp pno31: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3883 But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, which are as a shadow, But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, which Are as a shadow, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp dt j, dx vmb pns31 vvi po31 n2, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3884 because he feareth not before God. Because he fears not before God. c-acp pns31 vvz xx p-acp np1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3885 Consonant to which is that, Isa. 3.10, 11, Say ye to the righteous, it shall be well with them, Consonant to which is that, Isaiah 3.10, 11, Say you to the righteous, it shall be well with them, j p-acp r-crq vbz d, np1 crd, crd, vvb pn22 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32, (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3886 for they shall eat the fruit of their doings: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings: c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vdg: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3887 Wo unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him. Woe unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him. n1 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn pno31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3888 Now these words both of Promise, and of Threatning, are sure words; Now these words both of Promise, and of Threatening, Are sure words; av d n2 av-d pp-f n1, cc pp-f vvg, vbr j n2; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3890 It often goes out of what we take to be its road, in order to the accomplishment of these words: It often Goes out of what we take to be its road, in order to the accomplishment of these words: pn31 av vvz av pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 200
3891 we see wicked men prospering, growing great in power, honour, riches: we see wicked men prospering, growing great in power, honour, riches: pns12 vvb j n2 vvg, vvg j p-acp n1, n1, n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3892 yet their ways are such as he that runneth may read, that the fear of God is not before their eyes. yet their ways Are such as he that Runneth may read, that the Fear of God is not before their eyes. av po32 n2 vbr d c-acp pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp po32 n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3893 Well, be it so, yet let not your hearts fail as to the promise, keep close to it: Well, be it so, yet let not your hearts fail as to the promise, keep close to it: uh-av, vbb pn31 av, av vvb xx po22 n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvb av-j p-acp pn31: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3894 you will see Providence return to what you call its Road again. If a Sinner do evil an hundred times, if he liveth an hundred years; you will see Providence return to what you call its Road again. If a Sinner do evil an hundred times, if he lives an hundred Years; pn22 vmb vvi n1 vvi p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb po31 n1 av. cs dt n1 vdb av-jn dt crd n2, cs pns31 vvz dt crd n2; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3895 yet the Word of the Lord shall be justified upon him. So if a child of God be chastened an hundred times; yet the Word of the Lord shall be justified upon him. So if a child of God be chastened an hundred times; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn dt crd n2; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3896 if Religion, and Reformation, and the interest of God in the World be brought under the hatches an hundred times: if Religion, and Reformation, and the Interest of God in the World be brought under the Hates an hundred times: cs n1, cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n2 dt crd n2: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3897 yet Magna est Veritas, & praevalebit, Truth shall prevail at last, and Gods people shall have the day at last. yet Magna est Veritas, & praevalebit, Truth shall prevail At last, and God's people shall have the day At last. av fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la, n1 vmb vvi p-acp ord, cc ng1 n1 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp ord. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3898 Consider, O Christian, thou canst not give God a greater honour, than to believe when thou doest not seee: Consider, Oh Christian, thou Canst not give God a greater honour, than to believe when thou dost not seee: np1, uh np1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi np1 dt jc n1, cs pc-acp vvi c-crq pns21 vd2 xx vvi: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3899 This is a faith like Abraham 's, who believed in hope, above hope, or contrary to hope, Rom. 4: This is a faith like Abraham is, who believed in hope, above hope, or contrary to hope, Rom. 4: d vbz dt n1 av-j np1 vbz, r-crq vvd p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc j-jn pc-acp vvi, np1 crd: (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3900 who believed when he had nothing else to trust to, but that God was able to raise up, and save from the dead. who believed when he had nothing Else to trust to, but that God was able to raise up, and save from the dead. r-crq vvd c-crq pns31 vhd pix av pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt j. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3901 Say in the prosperity of Sinners, I will have nothing to do with them: For I know it shall be ill with them; Say in the Prosperity of Sinners, I will have nothing to do with them: For I know it shall be ill with them; vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32: c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno32; (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3902 though they thrive, and prosper some months, and years, yet I know the reward of their hands shall be given them. though they thrive, and prosper Some months, and Years, yet I know the reward of their hands shall be given them. cs pns32 vvb, cc vvi d n2, cc n2, av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn pno32. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3903 In the adversity and afflicted estate of Gods people, say, with those will I cast in my lot, for I know it shall be well with them. In the adversity and afflicted estate of God's people, say, with those will I cast in my lot, for I know it shall be well with them. p-acp dt n1 cc j-vvn n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvb, p-acp d vmb pns11 vvi p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3904 Take heed that the Providence of God draw you not from the Promise. Take heed that the Providence of God draw you not from the Promise. vvb n1 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn22 xx p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 395 Page 201
3905 Lastly, (will some say), What is our duty with reference to Providence at such a time? I will open this in four or five particulars, with which I will shut up my Discourse upon this Observation: Lastly, (will Some say), What is our duty with Referente to Providence At such a time? I will open this in four or five particulars, with which I will shut up my Discourse upon this Observation: ord, (n1 d vvb), q-crq vbz po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1? pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp crd cc crd n2-j, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 396 Page 201
3906 1. Search, and see whether some miscarriages of thy own, hath not carried Providence out of thy sight, 1. Search, and see whither Some miscarriages of thy own, hath not carried Providence out of thy sighed, crd n1, cc vvb cs d n2 pp-f po21 d, vhz xx vvn n1 av pp-f po21 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3907 and turned it out of its right line. I told you before that Providence is never out of its way: and turned it out of its right line. I told you before that Providence is never out of its Way: cc vvd pn31 av pp-f po31 j-jn n1. pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp d n1 vbz av-x av pp-f po31 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3908 it is always moving upon Gods Errand, but it is often out of our sight, and our sins are the cause of that its motion. it is always moving upon God's Errand, but it is often out of our sighed, and our Sins Are the cause of that its motion. pn31 vbz av vvg p-acp ng1 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz av av pp-f po12 n1, cc po12 n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f d po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3909 You know under what a multitude of Promises the Jews were, as the seed of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; You know under what a multitude of Promises the jews were, as the seed of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; pn22 vvb p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f vvz dt np2 vbdr, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3910 as the posterity of David, &c. Promises for great measures of outward prosperity; as the posterity of David, etc. Promises for great measures of outward Prosperity; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3911 notwithstanding which they were carried captives into Babylon, and there endured an hard bondage of seventy years. notwithstanding which they were carried captives into Babylon, and there endured an hard bondage of seventy Years. p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn n2-jn p-acp np1, cc a-acp vvd dt j n1 pp-f crd n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3912 Isaiah tells them the Reason, Your iniquities have separated betwixt God and you: and your sins have made him to hide his face from you. Isaiah tells them the Reason, Your iniquities have separated betwixt God and you: and your Sins have made him to hide his face from you. np1 vvz pno32 dt n1, po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp np1 cc pn22: cc po22 n2 vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22. (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 201
3913 What do the godly amongst the Jews under this Dispensation? Lam. 3.39, 40, Let us (say they) search and try our ways, What do the godly among the jews under this Dispensation? Lam. 3.39, 40, Let us (say they) search and try our ways, q-crq vdb dt j p-acp dt np2 p-acp d n1? np1 crd, crd, vvb pno12 (vvb pns32) n1 cc vvi po12 n2, (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3914 and return again to the Lord: and return again to the Lord: cc vvi av p-acp dt n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3915 this is undoubtedly the duty of the Church, the duty of every particular Soul. When thou seest God turned out of his way, this is undoubtedly the duty of the Church, the duty of every particular Soul. When thou See God turned out of his Way, d vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 c-crq pns21 vv2 np1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3916 as thou thinkest, and not doing by thee as thou didst expect, search and see, whether thy miscarriages have not caused that withdrawing, or turning aside. as thou Thinkest, and not doing by thee as thou didst expect, search and see, whither thy miscarriages have not caused that withdrawing, or turning aside. c-acp pns21 vv2, cc xx vdg p-acp pno21 c-acp pns21 vdd2 vvi, vvb cc vvi, cs po21 n2 vhb xx vvn d n-vvg, cc vvg av. (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3917 It is true, Gods punishments of his people are not always for sin: he may sometimes do it to try their faith, their patience, their adherence to him; It is true, God's punishments of his people Are not always for since: he may sometime do it to try their faith, their patience, their adherence to him; pn31 vbz j, npg1 n2 pp-f po31 n1 vbr xx av p-acp n1: pns31 vmb av vdi pn31 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, po32 n1, po32 n1 p-acp pno31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3918 but this is a secret to us. but this is a secret to us. cc-acp d vbz dt j-jn p-acp pno12. (19) sermon (DIV3) 397 Page 202
3919 Two things are certain in this case: 1. That God doth most ordinarily punish them for their sins. Two things Are certain in this case: 1. That God does most ordinarily Punish them for their Sins. crd n2 vbr j p-acp d n1: crd cst np1 vdz ds av-j vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2. (19) sermon (DIV3) 398 Page 202
3920 2. That he never punisheth them, but they have sin'd enough to warrant it an act of justice, and to give them cause of suspicion, and of Soul-humiliation: 2. That he never Punisheth them, but they have sinned enough to warrant it an act of Justice, and to give them cause of suspicion, and of Soul-humiliation: crd cst pns31 av-x vvz pno32, cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn av-d pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 398 Page 202
3921 so as a searching and trying of their ways in the day of divine chastenings, can never be improper, or out of season. so as a searching and trying of their ways in the day of divine chastenings, can never be improper, or out of season. av c-acp dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vmb av-x vbi j, cc av pp-f n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 398 Page 202
3922 2. Look to your faith in the Promise. 2. Look to your faith in the Promise. crd vvb p-acp po22 n1 p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3923 It is the Promise is the object of Faith, and Providence no further than it relateth to the Promise. It is the Promise is the Object of Faith, and Providence no further than it relateth to the Promise. pn31 vbz dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 av-dx av-jc cs pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3924 A time of dark Providences is usually a time of great temptations: It is so oftentimes on Gods part, that is, God designs his peoples trial. A time of dark Providences is usually a time of great temptations: It is so oftentimes on God's part, that is, God designs his peoples trial. dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2: pn31 vbz av av p-acp ng1 n1, cst vbz, np1 n2 po31 ng1 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3925 It is so often from Satan, who takes the advantage of those hours to suggest to the Soul. It is so as to the World; It is so often from Satan, who Takes the advantage of those hours to suggest to the Soul. It is so as to the World; pn31 vbz av av p-acp np1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz av c-acp p-acp dt n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3926 they pierced Davids heart in such an hour as with a sword, when in it they said unto him, Where is thy God become? Psalm 42. It is so in it self, considering that we are but flesh, they pierced Davids heart in such an hour as with a sword, when in it they said unto him, Where is thy God become? Psalm 42. It is so in it self, considering that we Are but Flesh, pns32 vvd npg1 n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1, c-crq p-acp pn31 pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, q-crq vbz po21 n1 vvi? np1 crd pn31 vbz av p-acp pn31 n1, vvg cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3927 and how ready the language of that is, Surely I have cleansed my hands in vain, I have washed mine hands in innocency for nothing: and how ready the language of that is, Surely I have cleansed my hands in vain, I have washed mine hands in innocency for nothing: cc c-crq j dt n1 pp-f d vbz, av-j pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp j, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pix: (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3928 Or that of Saul, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait for him any longer? Therefore, I say, Look to your Anchor-hold in such a day. Or that of Saul, This evil is of the Lord, why should I wait for him any longer? Therefore, I say, Look to your Anchorhold in such a day. cc d pp-f np1, d n-jn vbz pp-f dt n1, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi p-acp pno31 d av-jc? av, pns11 vvb, vvb p-acp po22 j p-acp d dt n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3929 Thus doth David, Why art thou cast down, O my Soul? why art thou disquieted within me? trust thou in God, Thus does David, Why art thou cast down, Oh my Soul? why art thou disquieted within me? trust thou in God, av vdz np1, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11? vvb pns21 p-acp np1, (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
4027 As all Gods works of Creation, so all his works of Providence, declare the glory of God; As all God's works of Creation, so all his works of Providence, declare the glory of God; p-acp d ng1 n2 pp-f n1, av d po31 n2 pp-f n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
3930 for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God, Psalm 42. So doth the Church, Micab 7.8, Rejoyce not over me, O mine Enemy; for I shall yet praise him, who is the health of my countenance, and my God, Psalm 42. So does the Church, Micah 7.8, Rejoice not over me, Oh mine Enemy; c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pno31, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc po11 n1, np1 crd np1 vdz dt n1, n1 crd, vvb xx p-acp pno11, uh po11 n1; (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3931 when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me. when I fallen, I shall rise; when I fit in darkness, the Lord shall be a Light unto me. c-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno11. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3932 The Heathen Poets have a story, that Ʋlysses in his sailing home, being to pass the Syrens, who were wont to allure Mariners with their melodious tunes towards them, The Heathen Poets have a story, that Ʋlysses in his sailing home, being to pass the Sire's, who were wont to allure Mariners with their melodious Tunis towards them, dt j-jn n2 vhb dt n1, cst np1 p-acp po31 vvg av-an, vbg pc-acp vvi dt ng1, r-crq vbdr j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp pno32, (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 202
3933 while their ships were dashed in pieces upon Rocks, to avoid the temptation, caused himself to be tied to the Mast of his Ship. I would have every Christians heart tied to the Promise as to his Mast, that he might be out of the danger of all temptations from Providence. while their ships were dashed in Pieces upon Rocks, to avoid the temptation, caused himself to be tied to the Mast of his Ship. I would have every Christians heart tied to the Promise as to his Mast, that he might be out of the danger of all temptations from Providence. cs po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1, vvd px31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 np1 pns11 vmd vhi d np1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 399 Page 203
3934 Thirdly, (which indeed is a consequent of this), Resolve to wait upon God under all the hidings of his face. Thirdly, (which indeed is a consequent of this), Resolve to wait upon God under all the hidings of his face. ord, (r-crq av vbz dt j pp-f d), vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3935 I call'd this a consequent of the other: for he that believeth, maketh not haste (saith the Prophet). I called this a consequent of the other: for he that Believeth, makes not haste (Says the Prophet). pns11 vvd d dt j pp-f dt n-jn: c-acp pns31 cst vvz, vvz xx vvi (vvz dt n1). (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3936 This was the Churches resolution, Isa. 8.17, I will wait upon him, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob. Temptations in an evil day can have no advantage, but upon our Souls precipitancy. This was the Churches resolution, Isaiah 8.17, I will wait upon him, that Hideth his face from the house of Jacob. Temptations in an evil day can have no advantage, but upon our Souls precipitancy. d vbds dt ng1 n1, np1 crd, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vhi dx n1, cc-acp p-acp po12 n2 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3937 The Soul that is resolved to wait upon God, hath much defeated all Tempters, and is out of all their Gunshot. The Soul that is resolved to wait upon God, hath much defeated all Tempters, and is out of all their Gunshot. dt n1 cst vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vhz av-d vvn d ng1, cc vbz av pp-f d po32 n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3938 I remember the speech of the three Children to the King of Babylon, We are not (say they) careful to answer thee in this matter, The God whom we serve is able to deliver us out of thy hand: I Remember the speech of the three Children to the King of Babylon, We Are not (say they) careful to answer thee in this matter, The God whom we serve is able to deliver us out of thy hand: pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vbr xx (vvb pns32) j pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp d n1, dt n1 ro-crq pns12 vvb vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 av pp-f po21 n1: (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3939 however, we will not fall down before the image which thou hast set up. If he will not presently deliver us, we are resolved to wait on him. however, we will not fallen down before the image which thou hast Set up. If he will not presently deliver us, we Are resolved to wait on him. c-acp, pns12 vmb xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp. cs pns31 vmb xx av-j vvi pno12, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 400 Page 203
3940 Fourthly, To waiting, must be added Prayer: I will look unto him, for he will hear me. Fourthly, To waiting, must be added Prayer: I will look unto him, for he will hear me. ord, p-acp vvg, vmb vbi vvn n1: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pno11. (19) sermon (DIV3) 401 Page 203
3941 Prayer is the Catholick remedy, both for the aversion of any Judgments, and for the obtaining of any mercy. Prayer is the Catholic remedy, both for the aversion of any Judgments, and for the obtaining of any mercy. n1 vbz dt njp n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 401 Page 203
3942 Fifthly, To all this add but that of the Psalmist, Psalm 37.34, Wait upon the Lord, and keep his way, and thou shalt inherit the promise made to it; Fifthly, To all this add but that of the Psalmist, Psalm 37.34, Wait upon the Lord, and keep his Way, and thou shalt inherit the promise made to it; ord, p-acp d d vvb p-acp d pp-f dt n1, n1 crd, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp pn31; (19) sermon (DIV3) 402 Page 203
3943 He shall exalt thee to inherit the land: and when the wicked are cut off, thou shalt see it. He shall exalt thee to inherit the land: and when the wicked Are Cut off, thou shalt see it. pns31 vmb vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1: cc c-crq dt j vbr vvn a-acp, pns21 vm2 vvi pn31. (19) sermon (DIV3) 402 Page 203
3944 But I shall proceed no further in this Discourse. But I shall proceed no further in this Discourse. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp d n1. (19) sermon (DIV3) 402 Page 203
3945 SERMON XVI. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XVI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 402 Page 204
3966 they are the heirs of them; they are those to whom are given the great and precious promises: wicked men are they, to whom the threatnings belong; they Are the Heirs of them; they Are those to whom Are given the great and precious promises: wicked men Are they, to whom the threatenings belong; pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f pno32; pns32 vbr d p-acp ro-crq vbr vvn dt j cc j n2: j n2 vbr pns32, p-acp ro-crq dt n2-vvg vvb; (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
3946 HAVING shewed you it to be the duty of Gods people to observe the motions of Divine Providence (which are the things spoken of in this Text) and shewed you what a great indication of spiritual Wisdom such an observation is, HAVING showed you it to be the duty of God's people to observe the motions of Divine Providence (which Are the things spoken of in this Text) and showed you what a great indication of spiritual Wisdom such an observation is, vhg vvn pn22 pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 (r-crq vbr dt n2 vvn pp-f p-acp d n1) cc vvd pn22 r-crq dt j n1 pp-f j n1 d dt n1 vbz, (20) sermon (DIV3) 403 Page 204
3947 and how great a mean, to make us to understand the loving-kindness of the Lord; I came in my last Exercise to commend unto you some remarkable Observations concerning them. and how great a mean, to make us to understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord; I Come in my last Exercise to commend unto you Some remarkable Observations Concerning them. cc c-crq j dt j, pc-acp vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; pns11 vvd p-acp po11 ord n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d j n2 vvg pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 403 Page 204
3948 I finished my Discourse at that time upon my first Observation, without any further preface I shall now proceed to a second, which you may take thus: I finished my Discourse At that time upon my First Observation, without any further preface I shall now proceed to a second, which you may take thus: pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po11 ord n1, p-acp d jc n1 pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp dt ord, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi av: (20) sermon (DIV3) 403 Page 204
3949 Observ. 2. The Providence of God, in the fulfilling of the words, both of promise, Observation 2. The Providence of God, in the fulfilling of the words, both of promise, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, d pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 404 Page 204
3950 and of threatning, doth ordinarily fulfil the first, when the people of God are at the lowest: and of threatening, does ordinarily fulfil the First, when the people of God Are At the lowest: cc pp-f vvg, vdz av-j vvi dt ord, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp dt js: (20) sermon (DIV3) 404 Page 204
3951 and the latter, when his Enemies are at the highest. and the latter, when his Enemies Are At the highest. cc dt d, c-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt js. (20) sermon (DIV3) 404 Page 204
3952 I shall handle this in the same method as I did the other, speaking to it shortly, 1. By way of Explication. 2. Confirming the Observation, and giving you the reasons of it: I shall handle this in the same method as I did the other, speaking to it shortly, 1. By Way of Explication. 2. Confirming the Observation, and giving you the Reasons of it: pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp dt d n1 c-acp pns11 vdd dt n-jn, vvg p-acp pn31 av-j, crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd vvg dt n1, cc vvg pn22 dt n2 pp-f pn31: (20) sermon (DIV3) 404 Page 204
3953 and lastly, making some Application of it. For Explication, and lastly, making Some Application of it. For Explication, cc ord, vvg d n1 pp-f pn31. p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 404 Page 204
3954 1. I must desire you still to observe what I before told you, and now repeat, That the Providence of God in all its motions is but a Servant of the Word, it fulfilleth the will of God: 1. I must desire you still to observe what I before told you, and now repeat, That the Providence of God in all its motions is but a Servant of the Word, it fulfilleth the will of God: crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 a-acp vvd pn22, cc av vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 204
3955 That it is the spring from which all its motions do proceed, both the secret, and revealed will. The will of God is but one; That it is the spring from which all its motions do proceed, both the secret, and revealed will. The will of God is but one; cst pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d po31 n2 vdb vvi, d dt j-jn, cc vvn n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz cc-acp pi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 204
3956 but part of it is revealed, part concealed. So much of it as is necessary, in order to our Salvation, is revealed, but part of it is revealed, part concealed. So much of it as is necessary, in order to our Salvation, is revealed, cc-acp n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn, vvb vvn. av d pp-f pn31 a-acp vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, vbz vvn, (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 205
3957 whether respecting our rule of life; whither respecting our Rule of life; cs vvg po12 n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 205
3958 or respecting what shall happen to us, or others, to Nations, and Kingdoms, and Churches in this life; or respecting what shall happen to us, or Others, to nations, and Kingdoms, and Churches in this life; cc vvg r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cc n2-jn, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 205
3959 or to particular Souls in, or after this life. Now what God hath thus revealed, Providence brings to issue; or to particular Souls in, or After this life. Now what God hath thus revealed, Providence brings to issue; cc p-acp j n2 p-acp, cc p-acp d n1. av q-crq np1 vhz av vvn, n1 vvz pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 205
3960 and here is the ground both of our prayers, and praises. and Here is the ground both of our Prayers, and praises. cc av vbz dt n1 av-d pp-f po12 n2, cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 405 Page 205
3961 2. For the Promises: I say, you shall observe, It is the ordinary method of Divine Providence, to bring them to an accomplishment, upon the Church and people of God, 2. For the Promises: I say, you shall observe, It is the ordinary method of Divine Providence, to bring them to an accomplishment, upon the Church and people of God, crd p-acp dt vvz: pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 406 Page 205
3962 when they are at the lowest in all humane appearance; in the lowest state of dejection, in the lowest degree of affliction; when they Are At the lowest in all humane appearance; in the lowest state of dejection, in the lowest degree of affliction; c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js p-acp d j n1; p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 406 Page 205
3963 when they are lowest as to their outward state, lowest as to their hopes. when they Are lowest as to their outward state, lowest as to their hope's. c-crq pns32 vbr js p-acp p-acp po32 j n1, js p-acp p-acp po32 n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 406 Page 205
3964 3. I added thirdly, That it ordinarily gives a being, and fulfilling to the threatning, when Gods Enemies are at the highest. 3. I added Thirdly, That it ordinarily gives a being, and fulfilling to the threatening, when God's Enemies Are At the highest. crd pns11 vvd ord, cst pn31 av-j vvz dt vbg, cc vvg p-acp dt vvg, c-crq npg1 n2 vbr p-acp dt js. (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
3965 The people of God are those to whom the promises are made: The people of God Are those to whom the promises Are made: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr d p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbr vvn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
3968 the work of Providence in reference to them (those of them that will not be reformed) is to bring all the Curses, that are written in the book of God, upon them. the work of Providence in Referente to them (those of them that will not be reformed) is to bring all the Curses, that Are written in the book of God, upon them. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 (d pp-f pno32 cst vmb xx vbi vvn) vbz pc-acp vvi d dt n2, cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
3969 But I say you shall observe, That the time in which the Providence of God fulfilleth these words of Threatning upon them, is when they are at the highest; in the highest hopes of the contrary, on the highest mountains of prosperity. But I say you shall observe, That the time in which the Providence of God fulfilleth these words of Threatening upon them, is when they Are At the highest; in the highest hope's of the contrary, on the highest Mountains of Prosperity. p-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2 pp-f vvg p-acp pno32, vbz c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js; p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n-jn, p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 407 Page 205
3970 Let me endeavour to justifie this Observation by some instances, and those concerning bodies of people, or individuals. Let me endeavour to justify this Observation by Some instances, and those Concerning bodies of people, or individuals. vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d n2, cc d vvg n2 pp-f n1, cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3971 You know the people of the Jews were the only people under Heaven until Christs ascension, that God owned as his people: You know the people of the jews were the only people under Heaven until Christ Ascension, that God owned as his people: pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp n1 c-acp npg1 n1, cst np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3972 Individuals there were that were not Jews, as Job and others; but (I say) for a body of people there were no other. Individuals there were that were not jews, as Job and Others; but (I say) for a body of people there were no other. n2 a-acp vbdr cst vbdr xx np2, p-acp n1 cc n2-jn; cc-acp (pns11 vvb) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbdr dx n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3973 Gal. 3.16, To Abraham, and his seed were the Promises made, Rom. 9.4, Who are Israelites: to whom appertained the adoption, Gal. 3.16, To Abraham, and his seed were the Promises made, Rom. 9.4, Who Are Israelites: to whom appertained the adoption, np1 crd, pc-acp np1, cc po31 n1 vbdr av vvz vvn, np1 crd, r-crq vbr np1: p-acp r-crq vvd dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3974 and the glory, and the Covenants, and the giving of the Law, and the service of God, and the Promises. and the glory, and the Covenants, and the giving of the Law, and the service of God, and the Promises. cc dt n1, cc dt n2, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvz. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3975 The Promises made to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob. David, &c. The Promises of inheriting Canaan, coming out of Babylon, destroying their Enemies, &c. Now these promises being given out, it was the work of Divine Providence to give them a verification, and to fulfil them. The Promises made to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob. David, etc. The Promises of inheriting Canaan, coming out of Babylon, destroying their Enemies, etc. Now these promises being given out, it was the work of Divine Providence to give them a verification, and to fulfil them. dt vvz vvn p-acp np1, np1, np1 np1, av dt vvz pp-f vvg np1, vvg av pp-f np1, vvg po32 n2, av av d n2 vbg vvn av, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 205
3976 Observe what times the Providence of God doth it in: Observe what times the Providence of God does it in: vvb r-crq n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz pn31 p-acp: (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3977 It bringeth the children of Israel out of Egypt, and into Canaan, not while Jacob, or Joseph were alive. It brings the children of Israel out of Egypt, and into Canaan, not while Jacob, or Joseph were alive. pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1, cc p-acp np1, xx n1 np1, cc np1 vbdr j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3978 Joseph was a great man, and could have given a probable conduct to that great work. Joseph was a great man, and could have given a probable conduct to that great work. np1 vbds dt j n1, cc vmd vhi vvn dt j n1 p-acp d j n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3979 The Israelites while he lived were in a very flourishing condition, multiplying exceedingly, and being in a very prosperous state every way. The Israelites while he lived were in a very flourishing condition, multiplying exceedingly, and being in a very prosperous state every Way. dt np1 cs pns31 vvd vbdr p-acp dt j j-vvg n1, j-vvg av-vvg, cc vbg p-acp dt j j n1 d n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3980 But this is not a time when the Providence of God will accomplish the Promise; But this is not a time when the Providence of God will accomplish the Promise; p-acp d vbz xx dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3981 Joseph must die, and another King rise up that knew not Joseph. The children of Israel are diminished, their little ones slain, their whole body oppressed with hard labour, Joseph must die, and Another King rise up that knew not Joseph. The children of Israel Are diminished, their little ones slave, their Whole body oppressed with hard labour, np1 vmb vvi, cc j-jn n1 vvi a-acp cst vvd xx np1. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn, po32 j pi2 vvn, po32 j-jn n1 vvn p-acp j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3982 and brought to as low a pass as you can well imagine a people to be not wholly blotted out. and brought to as low a pass as you can well imagine a people to be not wholly blotted out. cc vvd p-acp p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pn22 vmb av vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi xx av-jn vvn av. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3983 This is the time that Providence will accomplish the promise for their coming out of Egypt. They pass the Red-sea in a very formidable body, This is the time that Providence will accomplish the promise for their coming out of Egypt. They pass the Red sea in a very formidable body, d vbz dt n1 cst n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 vvg av pp-f np1. pns32 vvb dt np1 p-acp dt j j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3984 like enough to make their way through the Wilderness, and a variety of Enemies into the promised Land. But before the Providence of God brings them in, they must be broken, in a great measure destroyed; like enough to make their Way through the Wilderness, and a variety of Enemies into the promised Land. But before the Providence of God brings them in, they must be broken, in a great measure destroyed; av-j av-d pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32 p-acp, pns32 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n1 vvn; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3985 all dead unless Caleb, and Joshuah, who came out of Egypt, and their body wholly a new generation; all dead unless Caleb, and Joshua, who Come out of Egypt, and their body wholly a new generation; d j cs np1, cc np1, r-crq vvd av pp-f np1, cc po32 n1 av-jn dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3986 then they shall pass over Jordan. Read over all the story of Judges, and observe; then they shall pass over Jordan. Read over all the story of Judges, and observe; av pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1. vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3987 God seldom delivered them from their oppressors, until they were brought as low as could be. God seldom Delivered them from their Oppressors's, until they were brought as low as could be. np1 av vvd pno32 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j c-acp vmd vbi. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3988 After that time, when the men of Jabish Gilead were ready to take the basest terms, After that time, when the men of Jabesh Gilead were ready to take the Basest terms, p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f j np1 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt js n2, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3989 then God sends Saul to their rescue; then God sends Saul to their rescue; cs np1 vvz np1 p-acp po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3990 when there was not a sword, nor a spear found in all Israel, but in the hand of Saul and Jonathan, then will God deliver them from the Philistines. They shall be delivered out of the captivity of Babylon, but not till they had been worn out there seventy years: when there was not a sword, nor a spear found in all Israel, but in the hand of Saul and Johnathan, then will God deliver them from the philistines. They shall be Delivered out of the captivity of Babylon, but not till they had been worn out there seventy Years: c-crq a-acp vbds xx dt n1, ccx dt n1 vvd p-acp d np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, av vmb np1 vvi pno32 p-acp dt njp2. pns32 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp xx c-acp pns32 vhd vbn vvn av a-acp crd n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3991 when one would have thought scarce any should have been left to have returned, and those that were so linked with alliances to the Babilonians, so fixed in another Country, when one would have Thought scarce any should have been left to have returned, and those that were so linked with alliances to the Babylonians, so fixed in Another Country, c-crq pi vmd vhi vvn av-j d vmd vhi vbn vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, cc d cst vbdr av vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt njp2, av vvn p-acp j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3992 as few of them should ever have been perswaded to have come out, and have gone to build a new a desolate City. as few of them should ever have been persuaded to have come out, and have gone to built a new a desolate city. c-acp d pp-f pno32 vmd av vhi vbn vvn pc-acp vhi vvn av, cc vhb vvn pc-acp vvi dt j dt j n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3993 The promise of Christ (their great King) shall be made good to them: The promise of christ (their great King) shall be made good to them: dt n1 pp-f np1 (po32 j n1) vmb vbi vvn j p-acp pno32: (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3994 but when? when the Scepter is departed from Judah, and the Law-giver from his feet. but when? when the Sceptre is departed from Judah, and the Lawgiver from his feet. cc-acp q-crq? c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3995 When the Jews are made tributaries to the Romans; for particular persons the cases are very many: When the jews Are made tributaries to the Romans; for particular Persons the cases Are very many: c-crq dt np2 vbr vvn n2-jn p-acp dt np1; p-acp j n2 dt n2 vbr av av-d: (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3996 Abraham shall have the Child of the promise, when he is an hundred years old. Abraham shall have the Child of the promise, when he is an hundred Years old. np1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz dt crd n2 j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3997 Joseph shall be exalted out of a dungeon. Isaac shall be rescued, when the knife is at his throat. Joseph shall be exalted out of a dungeon. Isaac shall be rescued, when the knife is At his throat. np1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1. np1 vmb vbi vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3998 David shall have the Kingdom, when he is brought to the lowest Ebb; David shall have the Kingdom, when he is brought to the lowest Ebb; np1 vmb vhi dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt js n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 206
3999 and that is the time when Job shall be restored to a prosperous state, and his latter end shall be greater than his beginning. and that is the time when Job shall be restored to a prosperous state, and his latter end shall be greater than his beginning. cc d vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vmb vbb vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc po31 d n1 vmb vbi jc cs po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 207
4000 The three Children, and Daniel shall be delivered and exalted, but not till the former be actually thrown into the fiery Furnace, The three Children, and daniel shall be Delivered and exalted, but not till the former be actually thrown into the fiery Furnace, dt crd n2, cc np1 vmb vbi vvn cc vvn, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 207
4001 and Daniel into the Lions Den. and daniel into the Lions Den. cc np1 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 207
4002 Peter shall be delivered out of prison, but not till the very night before his execution was designed. Peter shall be Delivered out of prison, but not till the very night before his execution was designed. np1 vmb vbi vvn av pp-f n1, cc-acp xx p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 207
4003 Paul shall be delivered when he despaired of life, and had the sentence of death in himself, 2 Cor. 1.9. In short, you shall observe this the constant course and method of Divine Providence. Paul shall be Delivered when he despaired of life, and had the sentence of death in himself, 2 Cor. 1.9. In short, you shall observe this the constant course and method of Divine Providence. np1 vmb vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vvd pp-f n1, cc vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px31, crd np1 crd. p-acp j, pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 408 Page 207
4004 Secondly, The observation is as true on the other hand: when Pharaoh with his Host was in their highest ruff; Secondly, The observation is as true on the other hand: when Pharaoh with his Host was in their highest ruff; ord, dt n1 vbz a-acp j p-acp dt j-jn n1: c-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vbds p-acp po32 js n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4005 and he says, I will pursue, I will overtake them, I will satisfie my lust on them, then shall he be drowned in the Red-sea; and he Says, I will pursue, I will overtake them, I will satisfy my lust on them, then shall he be drowned in the Red sea; cc pns31 vvz, pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pno32, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32, av vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp dt np1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4006 when the sins of the Amorites are at the full, then, and not before, will Providence destroy and root them out. when the Sins of the amorites Are At the full, then, and not before, will Providence destroy and root them out. c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt np1 vbr p-acp dt j, av, cc xx a-acp, vmb n1 vvi cc vvi pno32 av. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4007 When Sisera is in his greatest heighth, then will God by Woman bring him down. When Sennacherib is at his heighth, then shall he perish. When Sisera is in his greatest height, then will God by Woman bring him down. When Sennacherib is At his height, then shall he perish. c-crq np1 vbz p-acp po31 js n1, av vmb np1 p-acp n1 vvi pno31 a-acp. c-crq np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, av vmb pns31 vvi. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4008 The like instances might be given of Belshazzar, Haman; in short, of all the Enemies of God, The like instances might be given of Belshazzar, Haman; in short, of all the Enemies of God, dt j n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f np1, np1; p-acp j, pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4009 and his people, of whom we have any Scriptural record. I remember when Gideon had his great Army: and his people, of whom we have any Scriptural record. I Remember when gideon had his great Army: cc po31 n1, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vhb d j n1. pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vhd po31 j n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4010 God said, they were too many for him to conquer by, and reduceth them to three hundred, then maketh them victorious. God said, they were too many for him to conquer by, and reduceth them to three hundred, then makes them victorious. np1 vvd, pns32 vbdr av d p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvz pno32 p-acp crd crd, av vvz pno32 j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4011 The people of God, though under some misery, and oppressions may be too many, or in too good a condition for him to deliver them, The people of God, though under Some misery, and oppressions may be too many, or in too good a condition for him to deliver them, dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp d n1, cc n2 vmb vbi av av-d, cc p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32, (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4012 and the Enemies may be too low, or in too pitiful a condition for the Lord of Hosts to encounter them. and the Enemies may be too low, or in too pitiful a condition for the Lord of Hosts to encounter them. cc dt n2 vmb vbi av j, cc p-acp av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4013 He will then deal with Pharaoh, Sennacherib, Haman, Belshazzar, Herod, when they are at the highest, He will then deal with Pharaoh, Sennacherib, Haman, Belshazzar, Herod, when they Are At the highest, pns31 vmb av vvi p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js, (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4014 and think themselves out of the reach of divine Power and Justice. and think themselves out of the reach of divine Power and justice. cc vvi px32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4015 When all the World almost is turned Arian he will begin to root out Arianism: When all are made slaves to the Pope, and he can with his Bulls fright the greatest Prince; that is the time Providence will chuse to begin Reformation. When all the World almost is turned Arian he will begin to root out Arianism: When all Are made slaves to the Pope, and he can with his Bulls fright the greatest Prince; that is the time Providence will choose to begin Reformation. c-crq d dt n1 av vbz vvn np1 pns31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av np1: c-crq d vbr vvn n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb p-acp po31 n2 vvb dt js n1; cst vbz dt n1 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4016 Let us a little enquire into the Wisdom of God in this method of working. Let us a little inquire into the Wisdom of God in this method of working. vvb pno12 dt j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg. (20) sermon (DIV3) 409 Page 207
4017 God in all his great workings, both of Judgment and Mercy, in all his great motions of Providence, is pursuing one and the same great end, viz. the glory of his great and holy Name; God in all his great workings, both of Judgement and Mercy, in all his great motions of Providence, is pursuing one and the same great end, viz. the glory of his great and holy Name; np1 p-acp d po31 j n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d po31 j n2 pp-f n1, vbz vvg crd cc dt d j n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f po31 j cc j n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 207
4018 he can work for no higher, he will work for no lower, or lesser end: he can work for no higher, he will work for no lower, or lesser end: pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dx jc, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dx jc, cc jc n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 207
4019 The deliverance and good of his people is subordinate to this, so is the ruin and destruction of their Enemies; The deliverance and good of his people is subordinate to this, so is the ruin and destruction of their Enemies; dt n1 cc j pp-f po31 n1 vbz j p-acp d, av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 207
4020 so that this must be the reason of this method of Providence, Because, thus God is most glorified, by delivering his people when they are at the lowest; so that this must be the reason of this method of Providence, Because, thus God is most glorified, by delivering his people when they Are At the lowest; av cst d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp, av np1 vbz av-ds vvn, p-acp vvg po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js; (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 208
4021 by destroying his Enemies when they are at the highest, God is most glorified. My further Work must be to demonstrate this, God is thus most glorified: by destroying his Enemies when they Are At the highest, God is most glorified. My further Work must be to demonstrate this, God is thus most glorified: p-acp vvg po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js, np1 vbz av-ds vvn. po11 jc n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi d, np1 vbz av av-ds vvn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 208
4022 1. By a Declaration of himself in his glorious Attributes. 2. By Eliciting pious actions from his Creatures. 1. By a Declaration of himself in his glorious Attributes. 2. By Eliciting pious actions from his Creatures. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 j n2. crd p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp po31 n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 410 Page 208
4023 1. By a Declaration of himself: that men may know that he is God, and he alone; 1. By a Declaration of himself: that men may know that he is God, and he alone; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f px31: cst n2 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz np1, cc pns31 j; (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4024 and the work is his, and his alone. and the work is his, and his alone. cc dt n1 vbz png31, cc po31 j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4025 There is, as I have told you, a mute Glory, which ariseth unto God from his own works: There is, as I have told you, a mute Glory, which arises unto God from his own works: pc-acp vbz, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22, dt j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp np1 p-acp po31 d n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4028 and he doth them to be had in remembrance, that he might by them be glorified, and he does them to be had in remembrance, that he might by them be glorified, cc pns31 vdz pno32 pc-acp vbi vhn p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd p-acp pno32 vbb vvn, (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4029 and get himself a great Name in the Earth. and get himself a great Name in the Earth. cc vvi px31 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4030 God is divers ways eminently magnified, and made known to the World by this method of Providence in its workings: God is diverse ways eminently magnified, and made known to the World by this method of Providence in its workings: np1 vbz j n2 av-j vvn, cc vvd vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4031 divers Attributes of his are remarkably by it published to the World. I will instance in some: diverse Attributes of his Are remarkably by it published to the World. I will instance in Some: j n2 pp-f png31 vbr av-j p-acp pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmb n1 p-acp d: (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4032 His power, his wisdom, his justice and righteousness, and his goodness, and mercy. 1. The power of God is thus more magnified. His power, his Wisdom, his Justice and righteousness, and his Goodness, and mercy. 1. The power of God is thus more magnified. png31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 cc n1, cc po31 n1, cc n1. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-dc vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 411 Page 208
4033 Power is a great Attribute of God: Power is a great Attribute of God: n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4034 Once have I spoken (saith the Psalmist), yea twice have I heard it, that power belongeth unto God. Once have I spoken (Says the Psalmist), yea twice have I herd it, that power belongeth unto God. a-acp vhb pns11 vvn (vvz dt n1), uh av vhb pns11 vvn pn31, cst n1 vvz p-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4035 Hence he is so often call'd The great God. Now the power of God, is never so eminent in the view of the World, Hence he is so often called The great God. Now the power of God, is never so eminent in the view of the World, av pns31 vbz av av vvn dt j np1. av dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av-x av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4036 as when he raiseth up his people out of the dunghil, and pulleth down the Sinners in the heighth and pride of their glory. as when he Raiseth up his people out of the dunghill, and pulls down the Sinners in the height and pride of their glory. c-acp c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvz a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4037 When God falleth upon a Nebuchadnezzar, crying out, Who is that God who shall deliver you out of my hands? Dan. 3.15. Upon a Sennacharib, saying, Who are they amongst the gods of the Nations that have delivered their people out of my hand, that the Lord should deliver you out of my hand? Isa. 36.20. Upon a Pharaoh, saying, Who is the Lord that I should obey him? Exod. 5.2. When God falls upon a Nebuchadnezzar, crying out, Who is that God who shall deliver you out of my hands? Dan. 3.15. Upon a Sennacherib, saying, Who Are they among the God's of the nations that have Delivered their people out of my hand, that the Lord should deliver you out of my hand? Isaiah 36.20. Upon a Pharaoh, saying, Who is the Lord that I should obey him? Exod 5.2. c-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt np1, vvg av, r-crq vbz cst np1 r-crq vmb vvi pn22 av pp-f po11 n2? np1 crd. p-acp dt uh, vvg, r-crq vbr pns32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 cst vhb vvn po32 n1 av pp-f po11 n1, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pn22 av pp-f po11 n1? np1 crd. p-acp dt np1, vvg, r-crq vbz dt n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi pno31? np1 crd. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4038 Then doth the Lord make the greatness of his might and power known: Then does the Lord make the greatness of his might and power known: av vdz dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 vvn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4039 God lets them then see, that wherein they thought, spake, and acted proudly, he can be above them. God lets them then see, that wherein they Thought, spoke, and acted proudly, he can be above them. np1 vvz pno32 av vvi, cst c-crq pns32 vvd, vvd, cc vvd av-j, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4040 Power is never so magnified, as when an opposite power is greatest, when men most think they are out of Gunshot. Power is never so magnified, as when an opposite power is greatest, when men most think they Are out of Gunshot. n1 vbz av-x av vvn, c-acp c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbz js, c-crq n2 av-ds vvi pns32 vbr av pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4041 I remember the story of Gideon (which I hinted before); you have it, Judg. 7.2. I Remember the story of gideon (which I hinted before); you have it, Judges 7.2. pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq pns11 vvd a-acp); pn22 vhb pn31, np1 crd. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 208
4042 The people (saith God) are too many for me, lest Israel vaunt himself against me, The people (Says God) Are too many for me, lest Israel vaunt himself against me, dt n1 (vvz np1) vbr av d c-acp pno11, cs np1 vvi px31 p-acp pno11, (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4043 and say, my own hand hath saved me. Ver. 3, They were reduced to twenty two thousand: and say, my own hand hath saved me. Ver. 3, They were reduced to twenty two thousand: cc vvi, po11 d n1 vhz vvn pno11. np1 crd, pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp crd crd crd: (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4044 Ver. 4, God saith, They are yet too many for me. In short, they must be brought to three hundred, and by them God will work; Ver. 4, God Says, They Are yet too many for me. In short, they must be brought to three hundred, and by them God will work; np1 crd, np1 vvz, pns32 vbr av av d c-acp pno11. p-acp j, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd crd, cc p-acp pno32 np1 vmb vvi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4045 here now Gods Arm was made bare: when there is a plenty of means, and probabilities, and God worketh by and in the use of them, it is still God's arm that brings Salvation; Here now God's Arm was made bore: when there is a plenty of means, and probabilities, and God works by and in the use of them, it is still God's arm that brings Salvation; av av npg1 n1 vbds vvn j: c-crq pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc np1 vvz p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, pn31 vbz j npg1 n1 cst vvz n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4046 but it is as it were a cloathed-arm, and the arm, the power, and strength of God is hidden and concealed: but it is as it were a cloathed-arm, and the arm, the power, and strength of God is hidden and concealed: cc-acp pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1, cc dt n1, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn cc vvn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4047 but when God works contrary to humane probabilities, and without such means, there the arm of the Lord is made bare. but when God works contrary to humane probabilities, and without such means, there the arm of the Lord is made bore. cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz j-jn p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d n2, a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4048 The Egyptians, the Philistines, the vilest Enemies cry out; God fighteth against them, or, This is the Lords work. The egyptians, the philistines, the Vilest Enemies cry out; God fights against them, or, This is the lords work. dt njp2, dt njp2, dt js n2 vvb av; np1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc, d vbz dt ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 412 Page 209
4049 Secondly, As the Power, so the Wisdom of God is seen in these methods and operations of Providence. Secondly, As the Power, so the Wisdom of God is seen in these methods and operations of Providence. ord, c-acp dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4050 Indeed, sometimes God so worketh, that the Power of God appeareth uppermost, and is most conspicuous in the destruction of the Enemies, Indeed, sometime God so works, that the Power of God appears uppermost, and is most conspicuous in the destruction of the Enemies, av, av np1 av vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz j, cc vbz av-ds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4051 and in the salvation of the Lords people: as in the case of Sennacherib's Army, destroyed by an Angel; and in the salvation of the lords people: as in the case of Sennacherib's Army, destroyed by an Angel; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4052 of Pharaoh, destroyed by the return of the waters, &c. But oft-times there's a wonderful wisdom of God in ordering contingencies, and seeming casual things, to his own ends in these cases: of Pharaoh, destroyed by the return of the waters, etc. But ofttimes there's a wondered Wisdom of God in ordering contingencies, and seeming casual things, to his own ends in these cases: pp-f np1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, av p-acp av pc-acp|vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2, cc j-vvg j n2, p-acp po31 d n2 p-acp d n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4053 as in the case of Joseph and Haman, the reflexion of the Sun upon the waters, which caused the Moabites mistake and confusion. as in the case of Joseph and Haman, the reflection of the Sun upon the waters, which caused the Moabites mistake and confusion. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vvd dt np2 vvi cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4054 But the wisdom of God is further seen in this, That a mercy seldom comes; But the Wisdom of God is further seen in this, That a mercy seldom comes; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz jc vvn p-acp d, cst dt n1 av vvz; (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4055 but though we could see nothing of Wisdom relating to it before it came, yet when it is come to pass, there's no understanding Christian but is forced to say, It could never have come in a more seasonable time: but though we could see nothing of Wisdom relating to it before it Come, yet when it is come to pass, there's no understanding Christian but is forced to say, It could never have come in a more seasonable time: cc-acp cs pns12 vmd vvi pix pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pn31 c-acp pn31 vvd, av c-crq pn31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pc-acp|vbz dx n1 np1 p-acp vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, pn31 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4056 the wisdom of which, we could see nothing of in the prospect, is evident upon the event. the Wisdom of which, we could see nothing of in the prospect, is evident upon the event. dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pns12 vmd vvi pix pp-f p-acp dt n1, vbz j p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4057 It would have been a great question, whether the Israelites would have been so willing to have come out of Egypt under the conduct of Joseph, when they were pinch'd with no oppressions, It would have been a great question, whither the Israelites would have been so willing to have come out of Egypt under the conduct of Joseph, when they were pinched with no oppressions, pn31 vmd vhi vbn dt j n1, cs dt np1 vmd vhi vbn av j pc-acp vhi vvn av pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dx n2, (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4058 as they were under Moses and Aaron, when they had been serving in the Brick-kilns, as they were under Moses and Aaron, when they had been serving in the Brick-kilns, c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 cc np1, c-crq pns32 vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt j, (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4059 and their lives so many years together had been made bitter to them, through the hard bondage which they had so long endured. and their lives so many Years together had been made bitter to them, through the hard bondage which they had so long endured. cc po32 n2 av d n2 av vhd vbn vvn j p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vhd av av-j vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 413 Page 209
4060 Thirdly, The Lord doth thus more eminently magnifie his justice and righteousness. Thirdly, The Lord does thus more eminently magnify his Justice and righteousness. ord, dt n1 vdz av av-dc av-j vvi po31 n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 209
4061 Justice lieth in the distribution of rewards and punishments: the first we call Remunerative; the second Vindicative Justice: Both are much magnified by this method of Providence. justice lies in the distribution of rewards and punishments: the First we call Remunerative; the second Vindicative justice: Both Are much magnified by this method of Providence. n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz cc n2: dt ord pns12 vvb j; dt ord j n1: av-d vbr av-d vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 209
4062 Persons in the greatest heighths of prosperity, or depths of 〈 ◊ 〉, are ordinarily the most remarkable objects of the worlds eyes, Persons in the greatest heights of Prosperity, or depths of 〈 ◊ 〉, Are ordinarily the most remarkable objects of the world's eyes, np1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f 〈 sy 〉, vbr av-j dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2, (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4063 and more regarded than those that are in a more middle-state. and more regarded than those that Are in a more Middle-state. cc av-dc vvn cs d cst vbr p-acp dt av-dc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4064 When God lifts up a Joseph out of the dungeon, and a Daniel out of the Lions den, and advanceth a Mordecai, for whom a gallows was set up, When God lifts up a Joseph out of the dungeon, and a daniel out of the Lions den, and Advanceth a Mordecai, for whom a gallows was Set up, c-crq np1 vvz a-acp dt np1 av pp-f dt n1, cc dt np1 av pp-f dt n2 n1, cc vvz dt np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n2 vbds vvn a-acp, (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4065 and the three Children are taken out of a fiery Furnace; and the three Children Are taken out of a fiery Furnace; cc dt crd n2 vbr vvn av pp-f dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4066 He proclaimeth to all the World, and they are forced to confess it, that verily there is a reward for the righteous: He proclaims to all the World, and they Are forced to confess it, that verily there is a reward for the righteous: pns31 vvz p-acp d dt n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pn31, cst av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j: (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4067 and so on the other side, when a Pharaoh, a Sennecharib, an Haman, a Nebuchadnezzar are pull'd down in the midst of all their pride and jollity, from their very pinacles of honour; and so on the other side, when a Pharaoh, a Sennecharib, an Haman, a Nebuchadnezzar Are pulled down in the midst of all their pride and jollity, from their very pinnacles of honour; cc av p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-crq dt np1, dt uh, dt np1, dt np1 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp po32 j n2 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4068 the Justice and Righteousness of God in punishing proud and imperious Sinners, is proclaimed, and made more evident to all the World. Lastly, the justice and Righteousness of God in punishing proud and imperious Sinners, is proclaimed, and made more evident to all the World. Lastly, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg j cc j n2, vbz vvn, cc vvd av-dc j p-acp d dt n1. ord, (20) sermon (DIV3) 414 Page 210
4069 4. The Lords goodness is thus more magnified and taken notice of. Common and ordinary Dispensations of gracious Providence, are little remarked by us: 4. The lords Goodness is thus more magnified and taken notice of. Common and ordinary Dispensations of gracious Providence, Are little remarked by us: crd dt ng1 n1 vbz av av-dc vvn cc vvn n1 pp-f. j cc j n2 pp-f j n1, vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12: (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4070 what mercy do we receive every night, every day from God, yet how little notice do we take of it? how little is our heart affected with it? but now when we are brought to the pits-brink, to a very low estate, what mercy do we receive every night, every day from God, yet how little notice do we take of it? how little is our heart affected with it? but now when we Are brought to the pits-brink, to a very low estate, r-crq n1 vdb pns12 vvi d n1, d n1 p-acp np1, av c-crq j n1 vdb pns12 vvb pp-f pn31? q-crq j vbz po12 n1 vvn p-acp pn31? cc-acp av c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4071 and then are pluck'd from it; when we are in a very low estate, and then delivered; and then Are plucked from it; when we Are in a very low estate, and then Delivered; cc av vbr vvn p-acp pn31; c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp dt j j n1, cc av vvn; (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4072 Gods goodness is both more proclaimed to the World, and more conspicuous unto us. But this will in part fall in under the second head: God's Goodness is both more proclaimed to the World, and more conspicuous unto us. But this will in part fallen in under the second head: ng1 n1 vbz d dc vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av-dc j p-acp pno12. p-acp d vmb p-acp n1 vvi p-acp p-acp dt ord n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4073 for I told you, that God is glorified by this method of his Providence, not only as his glorious Attributes (divers of them) are by it more exalted; for I told you, that God is glorified by this method of his Providence, not only as his glorious Attributes (diverse of them) Are by it more exalted; c-acp pns11 vvd pn22, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, xx av-j c-acp po31 j n2 (j pp-f pno32) vbr p-acp pn31 av-dc vvn; (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4074 but also as the pious and religious Acts of his people, are more by this method of Providence elicited. but also as the pious and religious Acts of his people, Are more by this method of Providence elicited. cc-acp av c-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr av-dc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4075 I have often hinted to you, that God hath a twofold glory from his Creatures, and the works of his hands: I have often hinted to you, that God hath a twofold glory from his Creatures, and the works of his hands: pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp pn22, cst np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4076 The first is a meer passive glory; Thus the heavens declare the glory of God; the Heavens shew forth the greatness, glory, and power of God. The First is a mere passive glory; Thus the heavens declare the glory of God; the Heavens show forth the greatness, glory, and power of God. dt ord vbz dt j j n1; av dt n2 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n2 vvb av dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4077 The second is Active; wherein the creature doth some actions, from which a glory doth result unto God. The second is Active; wherein the creature does Some actions, from which a glory does result unto God. dt ord vbz j; c-crq dt n1 vdz d n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi p-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4078 Now by this Method of Providence, God is not only glorified in the first sense, Now by this Method of Providence, God is not only glorified in the First sense, av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, np1 vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp dt ord n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4079 as this kind of working speaketh more of his Power, Wisdom, Justice, Goodness, &c. but in the second also. •. Thus God sometimes forceth an acknowledgment of his Power, even from the worst of men. as this kind of working speaks more of his Power, Wisdom, justice, goodness, etc. but in the second also. •. Thus God sometime forceth an acknowledgment of his Power, even from the worst of men. c-acp d n1 pp-f vvg vvz dc pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, n1, av cc-acp p-acp dt ord av. •. av np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 415 Page 210
4080 Julian himself shall confess that Christ is too hard for him, throwing up his Dagger to Heaven, Julian himself shall confess that christ is too hard for him, throwing up his Dagger to Heaven, np1 px31 vmb vvi cst np1 vbz av j c-acp pno31, vvg a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 210
4081 and crying, Vicisti Galilaee. The Egyptians shall cry out, Exod. 14.25, Let us flee from the face of Israel, and crying, Vicisti Galilee. The egyptians shall cry out, Exod 14.25, Let us flee from the face of Israel, cc vvg, fw-la vvb. dt np1 vmb vvi av, np1 crd, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 210
4082 for the Lord fighteth for the Israelites against the Egyptians. for the Lord fights for the Israelites against the egyptians. p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt njp2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4083 Nebuchadnezzar shall make a Decree, Dan. 3.29, That every Nation, People and Language, which speak any thing against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, Nebuchadnezzar shall make a decree, Dan. 3.29, That every nation, People and Language, which speak any thing against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, np1 vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd, cst d n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4084 and Abednego, shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made a dunghil, because there is no other God that can deliver after this sort. and Abednego, shall be Cut in Pieces, and their houses shall be made a dunghill, Because there is no other God that can deliver After this sort. cc np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc po32 n2 vmb vbi vvn dt n1, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx j-jn np1 cst vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4086 Nations and Languages that dwell upon the Earth, and make a Decree, That in every Dominion of his Kingdom, men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel; nations and Languages that dwell upon the Earth, and make a decree, That in every Dominion of his Kingdom, men tremble and Fear before the God of daniel; n2 cc n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi dt n1, cst p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4087 for he is the living God, and stedfast for ever, and his Kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, for he is the living God, and steadfast for ever, and his Kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, c-acp pns31 vbz dt j-vvg np1, cc j c-acp av, cc po31 n1 cst r-crq vmb xx vbi vvn, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4088 and his Dominion shall be even to the end: and his Dominion shall be even to the end: cc po31 n1 vmb vbi av p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4089 he delivereth, and he rescueth, and he worketh signs and wonders in the Heavens, and in the Earth, who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the Lions. he Delivereth, and he rescueth, and he works Signs and wonders in the Heavens, and in the Earth, who hath Delivered daniel from the power of the Lions. pns31 vvz, cc pns31 vvz, cc pns31 vvz n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4090 The King of Babylon that set up the Golden-image, and so rigorously commanded all should bow down to it, The King of Babylon that Set up the Golden-image, and so rigorously commanded all should bow down to it, dt n1 pp-f np1 cst vvd a-acp dt n1, cc av av-j vvn d vmd vvi a-acp p-acp pn31, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4091 or be thrown into the fiery Furnace, heated seven times hotter than ordinary, Dan. 3.26, shall bless the God of Shadrach, Meshach, or be thrown into the fiery Furnace, heated seven times hotter than ordinary, Dan. 3.26, shall bless the God of Shadrach, Meshach, cc vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, vvd crd n2 jc cs j, np1 crd, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4092 and Abednego, who hath sent his Angel and delivered his servants that trusted in him; and Abednego, who hath sent his Angel and Delivered his Servants that trusted in him; cc np1, r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 cc vvd po31 n2 cst vvd p-acp pno31; (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4093 and have changed the Kings word, and yielded their bodies, that they might not serve or worship any god but their own God. and have changed the Kings word, and yielded their bodies, that they might not serve or worship any god but their own God. cc vhb vvn dt ng1 n1, cc vvd po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp po32 d n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4094 What a wonderful glory here had God given him from a wicked Pagan Prince? he confesseth his Command wicked; What a wondered glory Here had God given him from a wicked Pagan Prince? he Confesses his Command wicked; q-crq dt j n1 av vhd np1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt j j-jn n1? pns31 vvz po31 n1 j; (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4095 he blesseth God that put into these three hearts 〈 ◊ 〉 to disobey it, and make him change his word; he Blesses God that put into these three hearts 〈 ◊ 〉 to disobey it, and make him change his word; pns31 vvz np1 cst vvd p-acp d crd n2 〈 sy 〉 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc vvi pno31 vvi po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4096 he acknowledgeth God the true God, and that he delivereth them that trust in him. All this accreweth from Gods delivering these three men when they were at the lowest, he acknowledgeth God the true God, and that he Delivereth them that trust in him. All this accrueth from God's delivering these three men when they were At the lowest, pns31 vvz np1 dt j np1, cc cst pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb p-acp pno31. av-d d vvz p-acp n2 vvg d crd n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt js, (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4097 when all gave them over for dead men. when all gave them over for dead men. c-crq d vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 416 Page 211
4098 But secondly, How much more glory hath God from his own people upon any such deliverance? Surprizals affect us most. An unthought-of evil most startleth and dejecteth us: But secondly, How much more glory hath God from his own people upon any such deliverance? Surprisals affect us most. an unthought-of evil most startleth and dejecteth us: p-acp ord, c-crq d dc n1 vhz n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp d d n1? n2 vvb pno12 av-ds. dt j n-jn av-ds vvz cc vvz pno12: (20) sermon (DIV3) 417 Page 211
4099 An unthought-of good most elevates, and affects us. Good things lessen in our opinion and estimate, by a long expectation; an unthought-of good most elevates, and affects us. Good things lessen in our opinion and estimate, by a long expectation; dt j j av-ds vvz, cc vvz pno12. j n2 vvi p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 417 Page 211
4100 They are greatest and most affect us, when we are past hopes of them. Sudden and unlook'd for good, raiseth our hearts to great admiration, great praise, and thanksgiving. They Are greatest and most affect us, when we Are past hope's of them. Sudden and unlooked for good, Raiseth our hearts to great admiration, great praise, and thanksgiving. pns32 vbr js cc av-ds vvi pno12, c-crq pns12 vbr j n2 pp-f pno32. j cc j p-acp j, vvz po12 n2 p-acp j n1, j n1, cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 417 Page 211
4101 Now, he that offereth praise (saith God) glorifieth me. The more God is admired, the more his goodness is predicated and proclaimed; Now, he that Offereth praise (Says God) Glorifieth me. The more God is admired, the more his Goodness is predicated and proclaimed; av, pns31 cst vvz n1 (vvz np1) vvz pno11. dt av-dc n1 vbz vvn, dt av-dc po31 n1 vbz vvn cc vvn; (20) sermon (DIV3) 417 Page 211
4102 the more men upon any occasion speak of his honour, and power, and greatness, the more glory God hath from them. the more men upon any occasion speak of his honour, and power, and greatness, the more glory God hath from them. dt dc n2 p-acp d n1 vvb pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, dt av-dc n1 np1 vhz p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 417 Page 211
4103 Thirdly, God is more honoured by this method of Providence, not only as the suddenness of it doth more affect and elevate his peoples hearts; Thirdly, God is more honoured by this method of Providence, not only as the suddenness of it does more affect and elevate his peoples hearts; ord, np1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vdz n1 vvi cc vvi po31 ng1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4104 but also as by it his people are more prepared for the receiving of mercy. The Psalmist saith, He prepareth the heart, and then causeth his ear to hear: but also as by it his people Are more prepared for the receiving of mercy. The Psalmist Says, He Prepareth the heart, and then Causes his ear to hear: cc-acp av c-acp p-acp pn31 po31 n1 vbr av-dc vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1. dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1, cc av vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi: (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4105 their heart is prepared by their exercise of grace; as of other grace, so especially faith and patience; they become more low in their own eyes, they learn more to trust and depend upon God, their heart is prepared by their exercise of grace; as of other grace, so especially faith and patience; they become more low in their own eyes, they Learn more to trust and depend upon God, po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1; c-acp pp-f j-jn n1, av av-j n1 cc n1; pns32 vvi av-dc av-j p-acp po32 d n2, pns32 vvb av-dc pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4106 and to wait upon him in the way of his Judgments, as the Prophet speaks. and to wait upon him in the Way of his Judgments, as the Prophet speaks. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz. (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4107 Now all exercise of grace bringeth glory to God, all of it is the fruit of his Spirit, it is obedience to his Will; Now all exercise of grace brings glory to God, all of it is the fruit of his Spirit, it is Obedience to his Will; av d n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 p-acp np1, d pp-f pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pn31 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4108 it carrieth with it a recognition of the power, wisdom, goodness and Soveraignty of God. it Carrieth with it a recognition of the power, Wisdom, Goodness and Sovereignty of God. pn31 vvz p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4109 The longer God deferreth a mercy, the more time his people have to search and try their ways, to humble themselves under the mighty hand of God, to exercise their faith, their patience, &c. the more he hath of his peoples prayers, &c. The longer God deferreth a mercy, the more time his people have to search and try their ways, to humble themselves under the mighty hand of God, to exercise their faith, their patience, etc. the more he hath of his peoples Prayers, etc. dt jc n1 vvz dt n1, dt av-dc n1 po31 n1 vhb pc-acp vvi cc vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, po32 n1, av dt av-dc pns31 vhz pp-f po31 ng1 n2, av (20) sermon (DIV3) 418 Page 212
4110 Fourthly, I may yet add one thing more: he hath by this means, the glory of his Justice, both from his own people, and from wicked men. Fourthly, I may yet add one thing more: he hath by this means, the glory of his justice, both from his own people, and from wicked men. ord, pns11 vmb av vvi crd n1 av-dc: pns31 vhz p-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av-d p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp j n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4111 By suffering his own people to be brought very low, he proclaimeth to the World, that he will not suffer the best of them to go unpunished; By suffering his own people to be brought very low, he proclaims to the World, that he will not suffer the best of them to go unpunished; p-acp vvg po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn av av-j, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb xx vvi dt js pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi j; (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4112 but as to them he will approve himself a God of purer eyes than to behold any iniquity: but as to them he will approve himself a God of Purer eyes than to behold any iniquity: cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno32 pns31 vmb vvi px31 dt np1 pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi d n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4113 and by letting Sinners run on to the heighth, before he pulleth them down, their wickedness also becomes so exorbitant and conspicuous to the World, that the neutral part of the World, shall both acknowledg the righteousness of God, in bringing them down to an utter destruction, and by letting Sinners run on to the height, before he pulls them down, their wickedness also becomes so exorbitant and conspicuous to the World, that the neutral part of the World, shall both acknowledge the righteousness of God, in bringing them down to an utter destruction, cc p-acp vvg n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp, po32 n1 av vvz av j cc j p-acp dt n1, cst dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4114 and delivering of his oppressed people out of their hands. and delivering of his oppressed people out of their hands. cc vvg pp-f po31 j-vvn n1 av pp-f po32 n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4115 But this is enough to have spoken in justification of the Observation, and giving you some reasonable account of it. But this is enough to have spoken in justification of the Observation, and giving you Some reasonable account of it. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg pn22 d j n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV3) 419 Page 212
4116 This (in the first place) may let us see, how little means is considerable in the great effects of Divine Providence. This (in the First place) may let us see, how little means is considerable in the great effects of Divine Providence. np1 (p-acp dt ord n1) vmb vvi pno12 vvi, c-crq j n2 vbz j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4117 Humane means are by us to be used when Providence affords them: Humane means Are by us to be used when Providence affords them: j n2 vbr p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn c-crq n1 vvz pno32: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4118 but God ordinarily doth his works either without them, or when there is but little of them to use: but God ordinarily does his works either without them, or when there is but little of them to use: cc-acp np1 av-jn vdz po31 n2 av-d p-acp pno32, cc c-crq pc-acp vbz cc-acp j pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4119 Not by might, nor by power; but by my Spirit saith the Lord. Not by might, nor by power; but by my Spirit Says the Lord. xx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1; cc-acp p-acp po11 n1 vvz dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4120 The stone was cut out of the mountain without hands, which smote the image on his feet: The stone was Cut out of the mountain without hands, which smote the image on his feet: dt n1 vbds vvn av pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vvd dt n1 p-acp po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4121 which were part of iron and clay, and brake them in pieces, Dan. 2.34: which were part of iron and clay, and brake them in Pieces, Dan. 2.34: r-crq vbdr n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp n2, np1 crd: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4122 and indeed, if this Observation is true, if God ordinarily delivers his people when they are at the lowest, and indeed, if this Observation is true, if God ordinarily delivers his people when they Are At the lowest, cc av, cs d n1 vbz j, cs np1 av-j vvz po31 n1 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js, (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 212
4123 and brings down his Enemies when they are at the highest, humane means must have but a little share in Gods works: and brings down his Enemies when they Are At the highest, humane means must have but a little share in God's works: cc vvz a-acp po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js, j n2 vmb vhi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4124 when men are at lowest, there is least visible means to lift them up; when men Are At lowest, there is least visible means to lift them up; c-crq n2 vbr p-acp js, pc-acp vbz ds j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp; (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4125 and when God's Enemies are at highest, there is least appearance of humane visible means to pull them down. and when God's Enemies Are At highest, there is least appearance of humane visible means to pull them down. cc c-crq npg1 n2 vbr p-acp js, pc-acp vbz ds n1 pp-f j j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4126 Now this, as you have heard, is the time when God ordinarily works, and therefore our eyes should be off the arm of flesh: Now this, as you have herd, is the time when God ordinarily works, and Therefore our eyes should be off the arm of Flesh: av d, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 av-jn vvz, cc av po12 n2 vmd vbi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4127 What is a Mountain before Gods Zorobabel? How little of humane means did God use in bringing his people out of Egypt and Babylon? There is never greater improbability of any great work of Providence, What is a Mountain before God's Zerubbabel? How little of humane means did God use in bringing his people out of Egypt and Babylon? There is never greater improbability of any great work of Providence, q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp npg1 np1? c-crq j pp-f j n2 vdd np1 vvi p-acp vvg po31 n1 av pp-f np1 cc np1? pc-acp vbz av jc n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4128 than in the greatest probability of humane means. Gideon 's twenty two thousand were too many for God. than in the greatest probability of humane means. gideon is twenty two thousand were too many for God. cs p-acp dt js n1 pp-f j n2. np1 vbz crd crd crd vbdr av d c-acp np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4129 Let us then learn how to look upon, how to use means: Look upon them as signifying nothing without Gods efficacy: Let us then Learn how to look upon, how to use means: Look upon them as signifying nothing without God's efficacy: vvb pno12 av vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp, c-crq pc-acp vvi n2: vvb p-acp pno32 c-acp vvg pix p-acp ng1 n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4130 use them as not trusting in them, or to them. Raise up no great hopes upon great probabilities in respect of them. use them as not trusting in them, or to them. Raise up no great hope's upon great probabilities in respect of them. vvb pno32 c-acp xx vvg p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. vvb a-acp dx j n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4131 The people of God are never more deceived, than in their judgments upon such appearances. The people of God Are never more deceived, than in their Judgments upon such appearances. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr av av-dc vvn, cs p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4132 Many times the thing appears too probable to humane eyes, for God to suffer it at that time to come to issue; Many times the thing appears too probable to humane eyes, for God to suffer it At that time to come to issue; av-d n2 dt n1 vvz av j p-acp j n2, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4133 he should have little honour, little glory from the effect; he should have little honour, little glory from the Effect; pns31 vmd vhi j n1, j n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4134 if he should give it, men would say that God had saved them by their own bow, and sword, and staff. God will have it otherwise: if he should give it, men would say that God had saved them by their own bow, and sword, and staff. God will have it otherwise: cs pns31 vmd vvi pn31, n2 vmd vvi cst np1 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, cc n1, cc n1. np1 vmb vhi pn31 av: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4135 When he turneth again the captivity of Sion, his people shall be like them that dream, Psalm 126.1. He will so destroy his Enemies, that they shall cry out, Let us flee, for God fighteth for the Israelites against the Egyptians, Exod. 14.25. He will so bring to pass all his great works, both of Judgment and mercy, that they shall sing that Song, Psalm 115. v. 1, Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us; When he turns again the captivity of Sion, his people shall be like them that dream, Psalm 126.1. He will so destroy his Enemies, that they shall cry out, Let us flee, for God fights for the Israelites against the egyptians, Exod 14.25. He will so bring to pass all his great works, both of Judgement and mercy, that they shall sing that Song, Psalm 115. v. 1, Not unto us, Oh Lord, not unto us; c-crq pns31 vvz av dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vmb vbi av-j pno32 cst vvb, n1 crd. pns31 vmb av vvi po31 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi av, vvb pno12 vvi, c-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt np2 p-acp dt njp2, np1 crd. pns31 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi d po31 j n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1, n1 crd n1 crd, xx p-acp pno12, uh n1, xx p-acp pno12; (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4136 but unto thy Name be given the glory. Hence learn in the second place, That the Sinner can never be secure: but unto thy Name be given the glory. Hence Learn in the second place, That the Sinner can never be secure: cc-acp p-acp po21 n1 vbi vvn dt n1. av vvi p-acp dt ord n1, cst dt n1 vmb av-x vbi j: (20) sermon (DIV3) 420 Page 213
4137 nay is then least secure, when he judgeth himself most secure. Gods people value themselves upon the Promises: nay is then least secure, when he Judgeth himself most secure. God's people valve themselves upon the Promises: uh vbz av av-ds j, c-crq pns31 vvz px31 av-ds j. npg1 n1 vvb px32 p-acp dt vvz: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4138 but wicked men value themselves upon Providences, and judg of their security from their prosperity, successes and interests. but wicked men valve themselves upon Providences, and judge of their security from their Prosperity, Successes and interests. cc-acp j n2 vvb px32 p-acp n2, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, n2 cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4139 They never crow, but when they have made their nests in the Cedars, and fixed their habitations on some strong Mountain, which they think shall never be moved. They never crow, but when they have made their nests in the Cedars, and fixed their habitations on Some strong Mountain, which they think shall never be moved. pns32 av-x vvb, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n2, cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp d j n1, r-crq pns32 vvb vmb av-x vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4140 They are never less secure, they are never nearer to ruin than now: They Are never less secure, they Are never nearer to ruin than now: pns32 vbr av av-dc j, pns32 vbr av av-jc pc-acp vvi cs av: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4141 For when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as upon a woman in travel, For when they shall say peace and safety, then sudden destruction comes upon them, as upon a woman in travel, c-acp c-crq pns32 vmb vvi n1 cc n1, av j n1 vvz p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4142 and they shall not escape, 1 Thes. 5.3. and they shall not escape, 1 Thebes 5.3. cc pns32 vmb xx vvi, vvn np1 crd. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 213
4143 When Babylon was given to pleasures, and dwelled carelesly, and said, she should be as a Lady for ever; When Babylon was given to pleasures, and dwelled carelessly, and said, she should be as a Lady for ever; c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp n2, cc vvd av-j, cc vvd, pns31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 c-acp av; (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4144 she was, and there was none besides her: she should never sit as a widow, nor know the loss of children: she was, and there was none beside her: she should never fit as a widow, nor know the loss of children: pns31 vbds, cc a-acp vbds pix p-acp pno31: pns31 vmd av-x vvi c-acp dt n1, ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4145 then it was that God tells her, that both these things should come upon her in one day: then it was that God tells her, that both these things should come upon her in one day: cs pn31 vbds cst np1 vvz pno31, cst d d n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4146 both the loss of children, and widowhood, Isa. 47.7. Dan. 4.30. both the loss of children, and widowhood, Isaiah 47.7. Dan. 4.30. d dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4147 When Nebuchadnezzar was in his Ruff, walking in the Palace of the Kingdom of Babylon, and saying, Is not this great Babylon that I have built? for the house of my Kingdom, by the might of my power, When Nebuchadnezzar was in his Ruff, walking in the Palace of the Kingdom of Babylon, and saying, Is not this great Babylon that I have built? for the house of my Kingdom, by the might of my power, c-crq np1 vbds p-acp po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvg, vbz xx d j np1 cst pns11 vhb vvn? p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4148 and for the honour of my Majesty. and for the honour of my Majesty. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4149 Even then while the word was in the Kings mouth (saith the Text, ver. 31) there fell a voyce from heaven, saying, O King Nebuchadnezzar! Even then while the word was in the Kings Mouth (Says the Text, ver. 31) there fell a voice from heaven, saying, Oh King Nebuchadnezzar! av av cs dt n1 vbds p-acp dt ng1 n1 (vvz dt n1, fw-la. crd) pc-acp vvd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg, uh n1 np1! (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4150 to thee be it spoken, the Kingdom is departed from thee. A Sinner can be secure in no estate, at no time: to thee be it spoken, the Kingdom is departed from thee. A Sinner can be secure in no estate, At no time: p-acp pno21 vbb pn31 vvn, dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno21. dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp dx n1, p-acp dx n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4151 If God hath lifted him up he hath reason to fear his ruin is near: If God hath lifted him up he hath reason to Fear his ruin is near: cs np1 vhz vvn pno31 a-acp pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vbz j: (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4152 If God be pulling him down, he hath reason to fear that he is sinking into Hell. If God be pulling him down, he hath reason to Fear that he is sinking into Hell. cs np1 vbb vvg pno31 a-acp, pns31 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi cst pns31 vbz vvg p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4153 God delights to grapple with a prospering, fortified, interested Sinner; God delights to grapple with a prospering, fortified, interested Sinner; np1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-vvg, vvn, vvn n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4154 and to let him then when he speaketh most proudly, know, that wherein he speaketh proudly, he will be above him. and to let him then when he speaks most proudly, know, that wherein he speaks proudly, he will be above him. cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av c-crq pns31 vvz av-ds av-j, vvb, cst c-crq pns31 vvz av-j, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp pno31. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4155 Let not therefore any Sinner trust to his prosperity. Let not Therefore any Sinner trust to his Prosperity. vvb xx av d n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 421 Page 214
4156 Thirdly, From hence we may learn much of our duty, both with reference to the high, and prosperous estate of Gods Enemies; Thirdly, From hence we may Learn much of our duty, both with Referente to the high, and prosperous estate of God's Enemies; ord, p-acp av pns12 vmb vvi d pp-f po12 n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4157 and with reference to God in the low and mean estate of his Church and people. and with Referente to God in the low and mean estate of his Church and people. cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4158 It is one of the great temptations which attend us in this life, to see the wicked prospering, It is one of the great temptations which attend us in this life, to see the wicked prospering, pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt j n2 r-crq vvb pno12 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n-vvg, (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4159 and flourishing like a green baytree. It troubled the most eminent Servants of God we read of in Scripture, Job, David, Jeremiah, Habbakuk: and flourishing like a green baytree. It troubled the most eminent Servants of God we read of in Scripture, Job, David, Jeremiah, Habakkuk: cc vvg av-j dt j-jn n1. pn31 vvd dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb pp-f p-acp n1, np1, np1, np1, np1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4160 We had need therefore learn our duty in such an hour. We had need Therefore Learn our duty in such an hour. pns12 vhd n1 av vvi po12 n1 p-acp d dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4161 You will say, What is it? I answer, 1. Not to envy them, 2. Not to fret, and repine against God, 3. Not to take part with them. You will say, What is it? I answer, 1. Not to envy them, 2. Not to fret, and repine against God, 3. Not to take part with them. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz pn31? sy vvi, crd xx pc-acp vvi pno32, crd xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1, crd xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 422 Page 214
4162 1. Not to envy them: It is what the Psalmist calls to us for, Psalm 37.1, — Neither be thou envious at the workers of iniquity: 1. Not to envy them: It is what the Psalmist calls to us for, Psalm 37.1, — Neither be thou envious At the workers of iniquity: crd xx p-acp vvb pno32: pn31 vbz r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp, n1 crd, — av-dx vbi pns21 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4163 And the Wiseman, Prov. 3.31, Envy not the Oppressor. Prov. 23.17, Let not thy heart envy Sinners. And the Wiseman, Curae 3.31, Envy not the Oppressor. Curae 23.17, Let not thy heart envy Sinners. cc dt n1, np1 crd, vvb xx dt n1. np1 crd, vvb xx po21 n1 vvi n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4164 You have an usual saying, It is better to be envied, than pitied: You have an usual saying, It is better to be envied, than pitied: pn22 vhb dt j n-vvg, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi vvn, cs vvn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4165 the meaning is, to be in a state of prosperity, which usually is the Object of Envy, the meaning is, to be in a state of Prosperity, which usually is the Object of Envy, dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4166 than in a state of adversity, which is usually the Object of pity: than in a state of adversity, which is usually the Object of pity: cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4167 It is not so here, It is better to be a child of God, though an Object of pity, It is not so Here, It is better to be a child of God, though an Object of pity, pn31 vbz xx av av, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4168 than a Sinner, though an Object of Envy. than a Sinner, though an Object of Envy. cs dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4169 Prosperity slayeth the fool, nor is he ever so near ruin, as when he is at the highest. Prosperity slays the fool, nor is he ever so near ruin, as when he is At the highest. n1 vvz dt n1, ccx vbz pns31 av av av-j vvi, c-acp c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt js. (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4170 There is a story of a custom they had in Persia, to gratifie a condemned Malefactor, There is a story of a custom they had in Persiam, to gratify a condemned Malefactor, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 214
4171 for an hour before his Execution, with whatsoever he should desire; for an hour before his Execution, with whatsoever he should desire; p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd vvi; (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 215
4172 which of us should have envied such a poor wretch for that hours pleasure? Sinners are never so near ruin as when they are at the highest: which of us should have envied such a poor wretch for that hours pleasure? Sinners Are never so near ruin as when they Are At the highest: r-crq pp-f pno12 vmd vhi vvn d dt j n1 p-acp d n2 n1? n2 vbr av-x av j n1 c-acp c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js: (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 215
4173 O then envy them not in their heighths! Oh then envy them not in their heights! uh av vvi pno32 xx p-acp po32 n2! (20) sermon (DIV3) 423 Page 215
4174 2. Much less fret, and repine against God, for allowing them such a preheminence over thee, as to their outward estate. 2. Much less fret, and repine against God, for allowing them such a pre-eminence over thee, as to their outward estate. crd av-d av-dc vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pno32 d dt n1 p-acp pno21, c-acp p-acp po32 j n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4175 God hath his wise and just ends in it, both in suffering them to grow high, God hath his wise and just ends in it, both in suffering them to grow high, np1 vhz po31 j cc j n2 p-acp pn31, av-d p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi j, (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4176 and thee to continue in a low and afflicted state; by the former, he ripeneth them for Judgment: and thee to continue in a low and afflicted state; by the former, he ripeneth them for Judgement: cc pno21 p-acp vvi p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1; p-acp dt j, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4177 by the latter, he prepareth you for Mercy. by the latter, he Prepareth you for Mercy. p-acp dt d, pns31 vvz pn22 p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4178 Fret not because of evil-doers (saith the Psalmist, Psalm 37. ver. 1.) We cannot dive into the bottom of Gods Counsels; Fret not Because of evildoers (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 37. ver. 1.) We cannot dive into the bottom of God's Counsels; vvb xx p-acp pp-f n2 (vvz dt n1, n1 crd fw-la. crd) pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2; (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4179 but if this observation of the motions of Providence be true, we may see cause enough, not to fret our selves, but if this observation of the motions of Providence be true, we may see cause enough, not to fret our selves, cc-acp cs d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 vbb j, pns12 vmb vvi n1 av-d, xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4180 nor to murmur and repine at God; nor to murmur and repine At God; ccx pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4181 we have no reason to repine at God, when we see his Providence working towards our deliverance, we have no reason to repine At God, when we see his Providence working towards our deliverance, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns12 vvb po31 n1 vvg p-acp po12 n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4182 and towards the downfal of his and our Enemies. Thus it is according to this Observation; and towards the downfall of his and our Enemies. Thus it is according to this Observation; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 cc po12 n2. av pn31 vbz vvg p-acp d n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4183 when we are brought most low, and the Enemies of God are suffered to mount most high. when we Are brought most low, and the Enemies of God Are suffered to mount most high. c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av-ds av-j, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi ds j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 424 Page 215
4184 3. Certainly (if this be true) the flourishing state of sinners should be no temptation to us, 3. Certainly (if this be true) the flourishing state of Sinners should be no temptation to us, crd av-j (cs d vbb j) dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi dx n1 p-acp pno12, (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4185 so much as to desire to take part with them. so much as to desire to take part with them. av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4186 Solomon joins them together, Prov. 3.31, Envy not thou the Oppressor, neither chuse any of his ways: Solomon joins them together, Curae 3.31, Envy not thou the Oppressor, neither choose any of his ways: np1 vvz pno32 av, np1 crd, vvb xx pns21 dt n1, av-dx vvi d pp-f po31 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4187 My son (saith Solomon) If sinners entice thee, consent not thou unto them; My son (Says Solomon) If Sinners entice thee, consent not thou unto them; po11 n1 (vvz np1) cs n2 vvb pno21, vvb xx pns21 p-acp pno32; (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4188 though they say, we shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil. though they say, we shall find all precious substance, we shall fill our houses with spoil. cs pns32 vvb, pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4189 The words of Sinners are nothing so enticing, as their prosperous state; The words of Sinners Are nothing so enticing, as their prosperous state; dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr pix av j-vvg, c-acp po32 j n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4190 for riches, and honour, and rule, and pleasures, not many can resist the temptation of them: for riches, and honour, and Rule, and pleasures, not many can resist the temptation of them: p-acp n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, xx d vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32: (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4191 but certainly, if the heighths of these to sinners be prognosticks of their ruin; but Certainly, if the heights of these to Sinners be Prognostics of their ruin; cc-acp av-j, cs dt n2 pp-f d p-acp n2 vbb n2 pp-f po32 n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4192 if we could consider their pride, their riches, honours, plenty, dominion, as things which set them nearer unto ruin, they would be no temptations: if we could Consider their pride, their riches, honours, plenty, dominion, as things which Set them nearer unto ruin, they would be no temptations: cs pns12 vmd vvi po32 n1, po32 n2, n2, n1, n1, c-acp n2 r-crq vvd pno32 av-jc p-acp n1, pns32 vmd vbi dx n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4193 desire not to rise, and thrive and grow great, and domineer with wicked men, lest thou also fall with them. desire not to rise, and thrive and grow great, and domineer with wicked men, lest thou also fallen with them. vvb xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvi cc vvi j, cc vvi p-acp j n2, cs pns21 av vvi p-acp pno32. (20) sermon (DIV3) 425 Page 215
4194 2. But in the last place, let us from hence conclude the duty of a child of God in his lowest state, or in the lowest state of the Church and people of God. 2. But in the last place, let us from hence conclude the duty of a child of God in his lowest state, or in the lowest state of the Church and people of God. crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno12 p-acp av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 js n1, cc p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 426 Page 215
4195 I will open it in few particulars, and so conclude. I will open it in few particulars, and so conclude. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp d n2-j, cc av vvi. (20) sermon (DIV3) 426 Page 215
4196 First, To glory in Tribulation. The Apostle maketh this one of the fruits of justifying faith, Rom. 5. St. James would have the rich Christian rejoyce in that he is made low, Ja. 1.10. A depth of misery in the people of God, always makes way for mercy; First, To glory in Tribulation. The Apostle makes this one of the fruits of justifying faith, Rom. 5. Saint James would have the rich Christian rejoice in that he is made low, Ja. 1.10. A depth of misery in the people of God, always makes Way for mercy; ord, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1. dt n1 vvz d crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f vvg n1, np1 crd n1 np1 vmd vhi dt j njp vvb p-acp cst pns31 vbz vvn j, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av vvz n1 p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 215
4197 and the redemption, and salvation of the people of God is never nearer, than when in humane appearance it seems to be furthest off. and the redemption, and salvation of the people of God is never nearer, than when in humane appearance it seems to be furthest off. cc dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-jc, cs c-crq p-acp j n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi js p-acp. (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 216
4198 Indeed, this must be the rejoycing of faith, for the eye of sense at such a time is quite put out. Indeed, this must be the rejoicing of faith, for the eye of sense At such a time is quite put out. np1, d vmb vbi dt vvg pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbz av vvn av. (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 216
4199 Besides the circulation of Divine Providence, which is evident to those who look wistly upon the motions of Providence in the World; Beside the circulation of Divine Providence, which is evident to those who look wistly upon the motions of Providence in the World; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d r-crq vvb av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 216
4200 there is a great deal more to give the people of God at such a time cause of rejoycing: there is a great deal more to give the people of God At such a time cause of rejoicing: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 av-dc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1 n1 pp-f vvg: (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 216
4201 they are more prepared for mercy, their Enemies are more prepared for vengeance; it is then a fit season for God to work for his glory, &c. they Are more prepared for mercy, their Enemies Are more prepared for vengeance; it is then a fit season for God to work for his glory, etc. pns32 vbr dc vvn p-acp n1, po32 n2 vbr dc vvn p-acp n1; pn31 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, av (20) sermon (DIV3) 427 Page 216
4202 Secondly, This should learn the people of God patience under all their sufferings, pressures, and oppressions. Secondly, This should Learn the people of God patience under all their sufferings, pressures, and oppressions. ord, d vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp d po32 n2, n2, cc n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4203 Patience is a grace, of which we may say as Solomon of a Friend, or a Brother: It is made for adversity. Patience is a grace, of which we may say as Solomon of a Friend, or a Brother: It is made for adversity. n1 vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1: pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4204 There are many arguments to perswade Patience, that is, a quiet, calm submission to God under frowns of Providence; There Are many Arguments to persuade Patience, that is, a quiet, Cam submission to God under frowns of Providence; pc-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cst vbz, dt j-jn, j-jn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4205 but nothing more effectual to our hasty and impatient frail natures, than to hear, that the burthen of God upon our shoulders shall not lie there long: but nothing more effectual to our hasty and impatient frail nature's, than to hear, that the burden of God upon our shoulders shall not lie there long: cc-acp pix av-dc j p-acp po12 j cc j j n2, cs pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2 vmb xx vvi a-acp av-j: (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4206 when we can hope that Nubecula est & transibit, it is but a storm, and it will over. when we can hope that Nubecula est & transibit, it is but a storm, and it will over. c-crq pns12 vmb vvi d fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vmb a-acp. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4207 What said our Saviour to his Disciples, Could not you watch with me one hour? The prospect of the shortness of an Evil, doth very much alleviate it, What said our Saviour to his Disciples, Could not you watch with me one hour? The prospect of the shortness of an Evil, does very much alleviate it, q-crq vvd po12 n1 p-acp po31 n2, vmd xx pn22 vvi p-acp pno11 crd n1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, vdz av av-d vvi pn31, (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4208 and relieve our spirits under the burthen of it. and relieve our spirits under the burden of it. cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4209 That miserable Emperour had no other relief under his most cruel torments, than Hoc non est Eternitas; this is not Eternity. That miserable Emperor had no other relief under his most cruel torments, than Hoc non est Eternitas; this is not Eternity. cst j n1 vhd dx j-jn n1 p-acp po31 av-ds j n2, cs fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la; d vbz xx n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4210 Now what an argument is this for a Christians patience, and fortitude, for him to think when his case is worst, Now what an argument is this for a Christians patience, and fortitude, for him to think when his case is worst, av q-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp dt njpg2 n1, cc n1, p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi c-crq po31 n1 vbz js, (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4211 when his burthen most pincheth him, then his deliverance is nearest, even at the door. when his burden most pincheth him, then his deliverance is nearest, even At the door. c-crq po31 n1 av-ds vvz pno31, cs po31 n1 vbz js, av p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4212 They say in a dark morning, the darkness is always thickest just before break of day. They say in a dark morning, the darkness is always thickest just before break of day. pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 vbz av js av p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4213 In the Mount of the Lord it shall be seen. In the Mount of the Lord it shall be seen. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4214 I am sure it is always darkest just before break of day with the Church and the people of God. I am sure it is always Darkest just before break of day with the Church and the people of God. pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz av js av p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4215 As the pains of a Woman in travel encrease, so the hour of her delivery more hasteneth; As the pains of a Woman in travel increase, so the hour of her delivery more hasteneth; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 vvi, av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-dc vvz; (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4216 and there is no worse sign of a long travail to her, than little and lingring pains. and there is no Worse Signen of a long travail to her, than little and lingering pains. cc pc-acp vbz dx jc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cs j cc j-vvg n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4217 The Women at such a time will sometimes say to those that enquire after the Woman in pangs, We want more pain. Truly it is so oft-times with the Church of God: The Women At such a time will sometime say to those that inquire After the Woman in pangs, We want more pain. Truly it is so ofttimes with the Church of God: dt n2 p-acp d dt n1 vmb av vvi p-acp d cst vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vvb dc n1. av-j pn31 vbz av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4218 They want more pain, more pressures and oppressions, they are not brought low enough for a mercy. They want more pain, more pressures and oppressions, they Are not brought low enough for a mercy. pns32 vvb dc n1, dc n2 cc n2, pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j av-d p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4219 O let us be patient then under the greatest trials: Great trials never last long. O let us be patient then under the greatest trials: Great trials never last long. sy vvb pno12 vbi j av p-acp dt js n2: j n2 av-x vvb av-j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 216
4220 You know what the Martyr said, We have a bad Dinner, but we shall have a better Break-fast. You know what the Martyr said, We have a bad Dinner, but we shall have a better Breakfast. pn22 vvb r-crq dt vvb vvd, pns12 vhb dt j n1, p-acp pns12 vmb vhi dt jc n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 428 Page 217
4221 Thirdly, This calleth aloud to the people of God at such a time for the exercise of faith. Thirdly, This calls aloud to the people of God At such a time for the exercise of faith. ord, d vvz av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4222 Indeed, this is the proper time for faith to work. As too much light blinds the Eye instead of helping it, Indeed, this is the proper time for faith to work. As too much Light blinds the Eye instead of helping it, av, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi. c-acp av d n1 vvz dt n1 av pp-f vvg pn31, (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4223 so doth sense blind the Eye of Faith: Sense followeth Providence; but Faith stands by the Promise, and exerciseth it self upon that. so does sense blind the Eye of Faith: Sense follows Providence; but Faith Stands by the Promise, and Exerciseth it self upon that. av vdz n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1: n1 vvz n1; cc-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4224 When the Providence of God is most out of our sight, then is the time to lay the fastest hold upon the Promise. When the Providence of God is most out of our sighed, then is the time to lay the fastest hold upon the Promise. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds av pp-f po12 n1, av vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt av-js vvi p-acp dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4225 As there are degrees of darkness in nights, some are much more dark than others; so there are degrees of darkness in the Churches nights: As there Are Degrees of darkness in nights, Some Are much more dark than Others; so there Are Degrees of darkness in the Churches nights: p-acp a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, d vbr av-d av-dc j cs n2-jn; av a-acp vbr n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ng1 n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4226 sometimes there is a darkness in it which may be felt, when Providence is so far from giving a light to us like that of the Sun, that it doth not give us the light of a Candle. sometime there is a darkness in it which may be felt, when Providence is so Far from giving a Light to us like that of the Sun, that it does not give us the Light of a Candle. av pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp pn31 r-crq vmb vbi vvn, c-crq n1 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pno12 vvi d pp-f dt n1, cst pn31 vdz xx vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4227 Here now Christians stand concerned to shew, that they do not live by the light of Providence, Here now Christians stand concerned to show, that they do not live by the Light of Providence, av av np1 vvb vvd pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4228 but by faith in the word of God; which still is the same, and abideth for ever. but by faith in the word of God; which still is the same, and Abideth for ever. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; r-crq av vbz dt d, cc vvz p-acp av. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4229 If two be walking together, they had never more need to take heed that they lose not one anothers company, If two be walking together, they had never more need to take heed that they loose not one another's company, cs crd vbb vvg av, pns32 vhd av-x dc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 cst pns32 vvb xx pi j-jn n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4230 than in a dark and blustring night, when the darkness keeps them that they cannot see one another: than in a dark and blustering night, when the darkness keeps them that they cannot see one Another: cs p-acp dt j cc j-vvg n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz pno32 cst pns32 vmbx vvi pi j-jn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4270 they were brought within a prospect of the promised Land, nothing wanted, but a taking possession: they were brought within a prospect of the promised Land, nothing wanted, but a taking possession: pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pix vvd, cc-acp dt vvg n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4231 and the wind hindereth that they cannot hear the sound each of others feet. The Believer and the Promise are Relates, companions each to other: and the wind hindereth that they cannot hear the found each of Others feet. The Believer and the Promise Are Relates, Sodales each to other: cc dt n1 vvz cst pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 d pp-f n2-jn n2. dt n1 cc dt n1 vbr vvz, n2 d p-acp n-jn: (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4232 there is never more danger of their being parted each from other, than in a night of dark and blustring Providence. there is never more danger of their being parted each from other, than in a night of dark and blustering Providence. pc-acp vbz av-x av-dc n1 pp-f po32 vbg vvn d p-acp n-jn, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j-vvg n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4233 Now a Christian stands concerned, to be often applying his Soul to the Promise: Now a Christian Stands concerned, to be often applying his Soul to the Promise: av dt njp vvz vvn, pc-acp vbi av vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4234 often calling upon his Soul as David, in Psalm 42, Trust thou in God, for I shall yet praise him. often calling upon his Soul as David, in Psalm 42, Trust thou in God, for I shall yet praise him. av vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp n1 crd, vvb pns21 p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pno31. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4235 Nor is there any thing more conducive to make a Christian at such a time hang upon the Promise, Nor is there any thing more conducive to make a Christian At such a time hang upon the Promise, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-dc j pc-acp vvi dt njp p-acp d dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4236 than to hear that it is the usual method of Divine Providence; then to remember Gods people, when they are in the lowest condition. than to hear that it is the usual method of Divine Providence; then to Remember God's people, when they Are in the lowest condition. cs pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1; av pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 429 Page 217
4237 Fourthly, As this calleth to the people of God for faith in the Promise, so it calls to them for hope: Faith and Hope are so near of kin, that they are oft put one for another. Fourthly, As this calls to the people of God for faith in the Promise, so it calls to them for hope: Faith and Hope Are so near of kin, that they Are oft put one for Another. ord, p-acp d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, av pn31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp vvb: n1 cc n1 vbr av j pp-f n1, cst pns32 vbr av vvn pi p-acp n-jn. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 217
4238 Indeed, Hope is nothing else but Faith looking out at the windows of the soul, in expectation of the coming of the thing believed. Indeed, Hope is nothing Else but Faith looking out At the windows of the soul, in expectation of the coming of the thing believed. np1, vvb vbz pix av cc-acp n1 vvg av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvd. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 217
4239 There is an hope that worketh upon the encouragements of sense, when the mercy hoped for is seen coming in a way of probable means: There is an hope that works upon the encouragements of sense, when the mercy hoped for is seen coming in a Way of probable means: pc-acp vbz dt vvb cst vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvd c-acp vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 217
4240 but there is an Hope that proceedeth meerly upon the Evidence of Faith, when the Soul hopeth for some good thing, but there is an Hope that Proceedeth merely upon the Evidence of Faith, when the Soul Hopes for Some good thing, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d j n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 217
4241 but seeth no encouragement from any sensible thing: but sees not encouragement from any sensible thing: cc-acp vvz xx n1 p-acp d j n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4242 the former is but a natural affection working upon an absent probable good; This latter is a supernatural habit, and an exercise of grace. the former is but a natural affection working upon an absent probable good; This latter is a supernatural habit, and an exercise of grace. dt j vbz p-acp dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt j j j; d d vbz dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4243 The Apostle calls it an hoping against hope; or a believing in hope against hope. This is that which I am calling to you for: The Apostle calls it an hoping against hope; or a believing in hope against hope. This is that which I am calling to you for: dt n1 vvz pn31 dt vvg p-acp n1; cc dt vvg p-acp vvb p-acp n1. d vbz d r-crq pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp: (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4244 This is that which keepeth the heart alive in the deadest time. This is that which Keepeth the heart alive in the deadest time. d vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 j p-acp dt js n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4245 We use to say, If it were not for hope (under evils) the heart would break. Faith is the acquiescence of the Soul in the World: We use to say, If it were not for hope (under evils) the heart would break. Faith is the acquiescence of the Soul in the World: pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp n1 (p-acp n2-jn) dt n1 vmd vvi. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4246 Hope is the motion of the Soul consequent to this acquiescence. Faith saith, the thing is sure; Hope is the motion of the Soul consequent to this acquiescence. Faith Says, the thing is sure; vvb vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp d n1. n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz j; (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4247 Hope seeth it coming, and relieveth the Soul with that. Hope is the Souls watchman. Hope sees it coming, and relieves the Soul with that. Hope is the Souls watchman. n1 vvz pn31 vvg, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp d. n1 vbz dt ng1 n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4248 The Soul cryes out, Watchman, what of the night? Watchman, what of the night? Hope saith, The morning is coming. Now this Observation advantageth Hope; The Soul cries out, Watchman, what of the night? Watchman, what of the night? Hope Says, The morning is coming. Now this Observation advantageth Hope; dt n1 vvz av, n1, r-crq pp-f dt n1? n1, r-crq pp-f dt n1? n1 vvz, dt n1 vbz vvg. av d n1 vvz n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4249 It assures you, that God is coming at Midnight. When you see these things come to pass (saith our Saviour, Luke 21.28.) lift up your heads, for the day of your redemption draweth nigh. It assures you, that God is coming At Midnight. When you see these things come to pass (Says our Saviour, Lycia 21.28.) lift up your Heads, for the day of your redemption draws High. pn31 vvz pn22, cst np1 vbz vvg p-acp n1. c-crq pn22 vvb d n2 vvb pc-acp vvi (vvz po12 n1, av crd.) vvd a-acp po22 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1 vvz av-j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4250 It hath reference to all that went before, where our Saviour had been telling them of the great Evils that were to precede his coming. It hath Referente to all that went before, where our Saviour had been telling them of the great Evils that were to precede his coming. pn31 vhz n1 p-acp d cst vvd a-acp, c-crq po12 n1 vhd vbn vvg pno32 pp-f dt j n2-jn cst vbdr pc-acp vvi po31 n-vvg. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4251 Now, saith our Saviour, when you see things at this miserable, despicable pass; then lift up your heads. Now, Says our Saviour, when you see things At this miserable, despicable pass; then lift up your Heads. av, vvz po12 n1, c-crq pn22 vvb n2 p-acp d j, j n1; av vvd a-acp po22 n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 430 Page 218
4252 Fifthly, This Notion calleth to the people of God for fervent, and constant prayer for the Church, Fifthly, This Notion calls to the people of God for fervent, and constant prayer for the Church, ord, d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, cc j n1 p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4253 and people of God, when they are at the lowest ebb. and people of God, when they Are At the lowest ebb. cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dt js n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4254 Never give over the case of the Church and people of God for desperate, it is never less so than when it most appeareth to you to be so. Never give over the case of the Church and people of God for desperate, it is never less so than when it most appears to you to be so. av-x vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j, pn31 vbz av-x av-dc av cs c-crq pn31 av-ds vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vbi av. (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4255 I remember it is particularly remarked concerning Daniel, in the 9th Chapter of his Prophesie, That when he understood by books that the time was come for the fulfilling of the Jewish captivity, I Remember it is particularly remarked Concerning daniel, in the 9th Chapter of his Prophesy, That when he understood by books that the time was come for the fulfilling of the Jewish captivity, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av-j vvn vvg np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 vvb, cst c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp n2 cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt jp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4256 then he made that excellent Prayer, which you have upon record in that Chapter, with a great deal of fervor and zeal for the people, of which you will find it full. then he made that excellent Prayer, which you have upon record in that Chapter, with a great deal of fervor and zeal for the people, of which you will find it full. av pns31 vvd d j n1, r-crq pn22 vhb p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j. (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4257 Daniels certain knowledg, that that was the time for their deliverance, did not supersede his duty of Prayer, Daniel's certain knowledge, that that was the time for their deliverance, did not supersede his duty of Prayer, np1 j n1, cst d vbds dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, vdd xx vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4258 but more abundantly quicken him to it. but more abundantly quicken him to it. cc-acp av-dc av-j vvi pno31 p-acp pn31. (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4259 In such a state of the Church and people of God, as I have been describing to you, a Christian hath two great arguments to perswade him to a more constant, diligent, In such a state of the Church and people of God, as I have been describing to you, a Christian hath two great Arguments to persuade him to a more constant, diligent, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn22, dt njp vhz crd j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt av-dc j, j, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4260 and fervent application of himself to the throne of Grace. 1. The Churches misery and low condition, calling to him for pity, and fervent application of himself to the throne of Grace. 1. The Churches misery and low condition, calling to him for pity, cc j n1 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n2 n1 cc j n1, vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4261 and what help he can give it. 2. The knowledg he hath, or may have, that it is now about the time, and what help he can give it. 2. The knowledge he hath, or may have, that it is now about the time, cc r-crq n1 pns31 vmb vvi pn31. crd dt n1 pns31 vhz, cc vmb vhi, cst pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4262 when God useth to arise and help. when God uses to arise and help. c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi. (20) sermon (DIV3) 431 Page 218
4263 Lastly, This Observation calleth upon all that fear the Lord, especially at such a time when they, or the Church of God is lowest, to watch unto holiness; Lastly, This Observation calls upon all that Fear the Lord, especially At such a time when they, or the Church of God is lowest, to watch unto holiness; ord, d n1 vvz p-acp d cst vvb dt n1, av-j p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns32, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz js, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4264 to wait upon the Lord and keep his way, and to be wary of sin. to wait upon the Lord and keep his Way, and to be wary of since. pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4265 To deter all that fear God from sinning, especially at such a time, I might mind you of that precept of God to the Jews: When the Host goeth forth to battel, To deter all that Fear God from sinning, especially At such a time, I might mind you of that precept of God to the jews: When the Host Goes forth to battle, pc-acp vvi d cst vvb np1 p-acp vvg, av-j p-acp d dt n1, pns11 vmd vvi pn22 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt np2: c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp n1, (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4266 then take heed of every wicked thing. then take heed of every wicked thing. av vvb n1 pp-f d j n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4267 But I shall conclude with that known story of the Israelites: You know they had an old Promise made four hundred years before, that they should inherit the land of Canaan: But I shall conclude with that known story of the Israelites: You know they had an old Promise made four hundred Years before, that they should inherit the land of Canaan: cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f dt np1: pn22 vvb pns32 vhd dt j n1 vvd crd crd n2 a-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4268 they had served in Egypt many years, they were now come over the Red-sea, and had encountred, they had served in Egypt many Years, they were now come over the Red sea, and had encountered, pns32 vhd vvn p-acp np1 d n2, pns32 vbdr av vvn p-acp dt np1, cc vhd vvn, (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4269 and overcome the long and many difficulties of the Wilderness: and overcome the long and many difficulties of the Wilderness: cc vvi dt j cc d n2 pp-f dt n1: (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4271 they murmur against God, retard their entrance forty years, until all that generation was destroyed, they murmur against God, retard their Entrance forty Years, until all that generation was destroyed, pns32 vvb p-acp np1, vvi po32 n1 crd n2, c-acp d cst n1 vbds vvn, (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4272 except Caleb and Joshuah. I shall conclude, Hath the Church been a long time under great pressures, things still as to its interest growing worse and worse, that they seem to be brought to as low a pass as they can be? Now begins her hope to dawn, according to that Method of Providence which I have observed to you: except Caleb and Joshua. I shall conclude, Hath the Church been a long time under great pressures, things still as to its Interest growing Worse and Worse, that they seem to be brought to as low a pass as they can be? Now begins her hope to dawn, according to that Method of Providence which I have observed to you: c-acp np1 cc np1. pns11 vmb vvi, vhz dt n1 vbn dt j n1 p-acp j n2, n2 av c-acp p-acp po31 n1 vvg av-jc cc av-jc, cst pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp j dt n1 c-acp pns32 vmb vbi? av vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22: (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4273 Only now, let the people of God look to themselves, that by some defection they do not set back their own mercies. Only now, let the people of God look to themselves, that by Some defection they do not Set back their own Mercies. av-j av, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp px32, cst p-acp d n1 pns32 vdb xx vvi av po32 d n2. (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4274 You may take the Exhortation in the words of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 10.6, Now these things happened unto them for our ensamples, to the end that we should not lust after evil things, as they lusted: You may take the Exhortation in the words of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 10.6, Now these things happened unto them for our ensamples, to the end that we should not lust After evil things, as they lusted: pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd, av d n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 cst pns12 vmd xx n1 p-acp j-jn n2, c-acp pns32 vvd: (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4275 neither be ye Idolaters as were some of them, &c. But I shall add no more to this Second Observation. neither be you Idolaters as were Some of them, etc. But I shall add no more to this Second Observation. d vbb pn22 n2 c-acp vbdr d pp-f pno32, av cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d ord n1. (20) sermon (DIV3) 432 Page 219
4276 SERMON XVII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XVII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 433 Page 220
4277 I Have both shewed you the duty of the people of God, to make Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence; and the advantage accrewing to them that perform it. 1. It is an indication of spiritual Wisdom. 2. Those that do it shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. I Have both showed you the duty of the people of God, to make Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence; and the advantage accrueing to them that perform it. 1. It is an indication of spiritual Wisdom. 2. Those that do it shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. pns11 vhb av-d vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; cc dt n1 vvg p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn31. crd pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd d cst vdb pn31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 434 Page 220
4278 My work at present is to give you some observations upon the motions of Actual Providence, which is the work of God in the World, fulfilling his purpose; and fulfilling his Word, both of Promise, My work At present is to give you Some observations upon the motions of Actual Providence, which is the work of God in the World, fulfilling his purpose; and fulfilling his Word, both of Promise, po11 n1 p-acp n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pn22 d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vvg po31 n1; cc vvg po31 n1, d pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 434 Page 220
4279 and of Threatning. Two of those Observations I have given you, discoursed upon them, and made some futable Applications. I proceed to a third. and of Threatening. Two of those Observations I have given you, discoursed upon them, and made Some futable Applications. I proceed to a third. cc pp-f vvg. crd pp-f d n2 pns11 vhb vvn pn22, vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvd d j n2. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord. (21) sermon (DIV3) 434 Page 220
4280 3d Observ. Providence ordinarily doth its greatest works, in the day of mans smallest things. 3d Observation Providence ordinarily does its greatest works, in the day of men Smallest things. crd np1 n1 av-jn vdz po31 js n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 js n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 435 Page 220
4281 It is truly observed, that the greatness of Divine Power and Wisdom is most seen in the Creation, It is truly observed, that the greatness of Divine Power and Wisdom is most seen in the Creation, pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4282 and Preservation of the least creatures. As a Workman is most magnified, that can bring most art into the least room: and Preservation of the least creatures. As a Workman is most magnified, that can bring most art into the least room: cc n1 pp-f dt ds n2. p-acp dt n1 vbz av-ds vvn, cst vmb vvi ds n1 p-acp dt ds n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4283 and it is as true, that the greatness of Divine Providence, delighteth to shew it self in the day of mans smallest things. and it is as true, that the greatness of Divine Providence, delights to show it self in the day of men Smallest things. cc pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 js n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4284 This Observation hath some cognation with the former: This Observation hath Some cognation with the former: d n1 vhz d n1 p-acp dt j: (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4285 but there is more in it, as you will see by the Sequel of my Discourse. but there is more in it, as you will see by the Sequel of my Discourse. cc-acp pc-acp vbz av-dc p-acp pn31, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4286 Mans smallest things may be understood to signifie, 1. Smallest means. 2. Smallest hopes. 3. Smallest works or actions. men Smallest things may be understood to signify, 1. Smallest means. 2. Smallest hope's. 3. Smallest works or actions. ng1 js n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, crd js vvz. crd js vvz. crd js vvz cc n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 436 Page 220
4287 1. Smallest means: Though God be not tied to humane means, but sometimes he worketh without them: 1. Smallest means: Though God be not tied to humane means, but sometime he works without them: crd js vvz: cs np1 vbb xx vvn p-acp j n2, cc-acp av pns31 vvz p-acp pno32: (21) sermon (DIV3) 437 Page 221
4288 Though they have no efficacy, but what they derive from him, and he commandeth them to exert and put forth; Though they have no efficacy, but what they derive from him, and he commands them to exert and put forth; cs pns32 vhb dx n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno31, cc pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvn av; (21) sermon (DIV3) 437 Page 221
4289 yet he often maketh use of means. But this you shall observe, and it shall be justified to you by and by, that God seldom doth great things by great means: yet he often makes use of means. But this you shall observe, and it shall be justified to you by and by, that God seldom does great things by great means: av pns31 av vv2 n1 pp-f n2. p-acp d pn22 vmb vvi, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp cc a-acp, cst np1 av vdz j n2 p-acp j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 437 Page 221
4290 but when God doth great work, though he make use of means, yet it is but little small means: but when God does great work, though he make use of means, yet it is but little small means: cc-acp c-crq np1 vdz j n1, cs pns31 vvb n1 pp-f n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp j j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 437 Page 221
4291 and the day of smallest means, is usually the day of Gods work. and the day of Smallest means, is usually the day of God's work. cc dt n1 pp-f js n2, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 437 Page 221
4292 2. In the day of smallest hopes: and indeed this almost naturally followeth upon the other; 2. In the day of Smallest hope's: and indeed this almost naturally follows upon the other; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2: cc av d av av-j vvz p-acp dt j-jn; (21) sermon (DIV3) 438 Page 221
4293 for humane hopes do usually ebb, or flow according to the proportion of humane means that are in our Eye: for humane hope's do usually ebb, or flow according to the proportion of humane means that Are in our Eye: p-acp j n2 vdb av-j vvi, cc vvb vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cst vbr p-acp po12 n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 438 Page 221
4294 so that if God doth his greatest works in the day of smallest means, he doth them likewise in the day of our smallest hopes; which rise higher, so that if God does his greatest works in the day of Smallest means, he does them likewise in the day of our Smallest hope's; which rise higher, av cst cs np1 vdz po31 js n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2, pns31 vdz pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 js n2; r-crq n1 jc, (21) sermon (DIV3) 438 Page 221
4295 or fall lower (usually) according to the prospect which we have of probable means. or fallen lower (usually) according to the prospect which we have of probable means. cc vvb av-jc (av-j) vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vhb pp-f j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 438 Page 221
4296 3. Lastly, In the day of smallest works or actions: when man is most busie, God seems to be most idle, most asleep when we seem to be most awake. 3. Lastly, In the day of Smallest works or actions: when man is most busy, God seems to be most idle, most asleep when we seem to be most awake. crd ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2 cc n2: c-crq n1 vbz av-ds j, np1 vvz pc-acp vbi av-ds j, av-ds j c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi av-ds j. (21) sermon (DIV3) 439 Page 221
4297 When God turns again the captivity of Sion, they are as those that dream: When God turns again the captivity of Sion, they Are as those that dream: c-crq np1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr p-acp d cst n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 439 Page 221
4298 they never see so much the Salvation of God, as when they stand still. I do not say, when men will do least; they never see so much the Salvation of God, as when they stand still. I do not say, when men will do least; pns32 av-x vvb av av-d dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp c-crq pns32 vvb av. pns11 vdb xx vvi, c-crq n2 vmb vdi ds; (21) sermon (DIV3) 439 Page 221
4299 but when they do, when they can do least, then usually God doth his greatest works of Providence. but when they do, when they can do least, then usually God does his greatest works of Providence. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vdb, c-crq pns32 vmb vdi ds, av av-j np1 vdz po31 js n2 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 439 Page 221
4300 I shall justifie this Observation by a great variety of instances: I shall justify this Observation by a great variety of instances: pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 440 Page 221
4301 Let the first be that great work of Providence, in bringing the children of Israel out of Egypt. Let the First be that great work of Providence, in bringing the children of Israel out of Egypt. vvb dt ord vbi d j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4302 It is true, they were no inconsiderable body, or number of people: It is true, they were no inconsiderable body, or number of people: pn31 vbz j, pns32 vbdr dx j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4303 they were at their coming out six hundred thousand souls, but scattered over all the Land of Egypt, a small number in comparison of the Egyptians: diminished by all arts, by many years hard labour, in no Military order, nothing of the power of the Lord was in their hand: they were At their coming out six hundred thousand Souls, but scattered over all the Land of Egypt, a small number in comparison of the egyptians: diminished by all arts, by many Years hard labour, in no Military order, nothing of the power of the Lord was in their hand: pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 vvg av crd crd crd n2, p-acp j-vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt np1: vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2 j n1, p-acp dx j n1, pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds p-acp po32 n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4304 they were so very slaves, that they murmured against Moses and Aaron, for but going in to Pharaoh to ask for a deliverance for them: they were so very slaves, that they murmured against Moses and Aaron, for but going in to Pharaoh to ask for a deliverance for them: pns32 vbdr av j n2, cst pns32 vvd p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4305 means of deliverance for them there appeared none to an humane Eye. means of deliverance for them there appeared none to an humane Eye. n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvd pix p-acp dt j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4306 Indeed, being so great a body of people, God might have made use of their Swords to have fought their way out of Egypt: he could easily have commanded them into a Military rank and file, Indeed, being so great a body of people, God might have made use of their Swords to have fought their Way out of Egypt: he could Easily have commanded them into a Military rank and file, np1, vbg av j dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vmd vhi vvn n1 pp-f po32 n2 pc-acp vhi vvn po32 n1 av pp-f np1: pns31 vmd av-j vhi vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4307 but he useth none of them; but he uses none of them; cc-acp pns31 vvz pix pp-f pno32; (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4308 only sendeth Moses and Aaron upon his Errand, to command Pharaoh to let his people go, that they might serve him. only sends Moses and Aaron upon his Errand, to command Pharaoh to let his people go, that they might serve him. av-j vvz np1 cc np1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvi, cst pns32 vmd vvi pno31. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 221
4309 The same might be said of their deliverance out of the captivity of Babylon: there was no means, they had no hopes from any appearance of humane probabilities, (those that believed amongst them doubtless had an hope from the Promise); The same might be said of their deliverance out of the captivity of Babylon: there was no means, they had no hope's from any appearance of humane probabilities, (those that believed among them doubtless had an hope from the Promise); dt d vmd vbi vvn pp-f po32 n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: a-acp vbds dx n2, pns32 vhd dx n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2, (d cst vvd p-acp pno32 av-j vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1); (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4310 there was none of them stirred that we read of. Cyrus proclaims their liberty. there was none of them stirred that we read of. Cyrus proclaims their liberty. pc-acp vbds pi pp-f pno32 vvd cst pns12 vvb pp-f. npg1 vvz po32 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4311 The walls of the strong City of Jericho fall down before the Israelites, upon the blowing of Rams-horns, and the peoples compassing it at a distance about seven days, Josh. 6. Canaan is given into the hands of the Israelites: they were indeed a considerable Army, The walls of the strong city of Jericho fallen down before the Israelites, upon the blowing of Ram's horns, and the peoples compassing it At a distance about seven days, Josh. 6. Canaan is given into the hands of the Israelites: they were indeed a considerable Army, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvb a-acp p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, cc dt ng1 vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp crd n2, np1 crd np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt np1: pns32 vbdr av dt j n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4312 but the seven Nations, through which they made their way into that possession, were more strong and mighty than they, but the seven nations, through which they made their Way into that possession, were more strong and mighty than they, cc-acp dt crd n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd po32 n1 p-acp d n1, vbdr av-dc j cc j cs pns32, (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4313 as Moses tells them, Deut. 7. Gideon delivereth them, oppressed by the Midianites, with a party (rather than an Army) of three hundred men. as Moses tells them, Deuteronomy 7. gideon Delivereth them, oppressed by the midianites, with a party (rather than an Army) of three hundred men. c-acp np1 vvz pno32, np1 crd np1 vvz pno32, vvn p-acp dt np2, p-acp dt n1 (av-c cs dt n1) pp-f crd crd n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4314 Sampson with the jaw-bone of an ass stayeth a thousand Philistines. David with a sling and a stone, shall kill Goliah, when none durst encounter him; Sampson with the jawbone of an Ass stays a thousand philistines. David with a sling and a stone, shall kill Goliath, when none durst encounter him; np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt crd njp2. np1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, vmb vvi np1, c-crq pi vvd vvi pno31; (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4315 and the hearts of the people were killed with his daily defiance of them. Indeed, God hath seldom done any great things in the World by great means: and the hearts of the people were killed with his daily defiance of them. Indeed, God hath seldom done any great things in the World by great means: cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f pno32. np1, np1 vhz av vdn d j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4316 when the Philistines came out in an Army of thirty thousand, of which we read in 1 Sam. 13, and but of three thousand Israelites that could be got together: when the philistines Come out in an Army of thirty thousand, of which we read in 1 Sam. 13, and but of three thousand Israelites that could be god together: c-crq dt njp2 vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd, pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp crd np1 crd, cc p-acp pp-f crd crd np1 cst vmd vbi vvn av: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4317 and they also frighted, so as ver. 6, They hid themselves in caves, thickets, rocks, and in high-places, and in pits: and they also frighted, so as for. 6, They hid themselves in caves, thickets, Rocks, and in High-places, and in pits: cc pns32 av vvn, av c-acp p-acp. crd, pns32 vvd px32 p-acp n2, n2, n2, cc p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4318 those that kept together (except Saul and Jonathan ) had neither sword, nor spear amongst them, ver. 19, 20. Jonathan and his Armour-bearer go up alone and smite them: those that kept together (except Saul and Johnathan) had neither sword, nor spear among them, ver. 19, 20. Johnathan and his Armour-bearer go up alone and smite them: d cst vvd av (c-acp np1 cc np1) vhd dx n1, ccx n1 p-acp pno32, fw-la. crd, crd np1 cc po31 n1 vvb a-acp av-j cc vvi pno32: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4319 set all the Host on trembling, and the multitude melteth away, chap. 14. v. 16. The colour of the Water deceives the Moabites to their ruin, Set all the Host on trembling, and the multitude melts away, chap. 14. v. 16. The colour of the Water deceives the Moabites to their ruin, vvd d dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc dt n1 vvz av, n1 crd n1 crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz dt np2 p-acp po32 n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4320 when Jehoram, Jehosaphat, and the King of Edom were almost all famined for want of water, 2 Kings 3.20, 21. When Jehosaphat knows not what to do, 2 Chron. 26.22, God tells them, ver. 17, They need not fight, only stand still and see the salvation of God: when jehoram, Jehoshaphat, and the King of Edom were almost all famined for want of water, 2 Kings 3.20, 21. When Jehoshaphat knows not what to do, 2 Chronicles 26.22, God tells them, ver. 17, They need not fight, only stand still and see the salvation of God: c-crq fw-la, np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr av av-d vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, crd n2 crd, crd c-crq np1 vvz xx r-crq pc-acp vdi, crd np1 crd, np1 vvz pno32, fw-la. crd, pns32 vvb xx vvi, av-j vvb av cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4321 they did but stand still, and sing, and praise; their Enemies destroy one another: they did but stand still, and sing, and praise; their Enemies destroy one Another: pns32 vdd p-acp vvi av, cc vvi, cc n1; po32 n2 vvi pi j-jn: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4339 The Apostle gives this very reason, 1 Cor. 1.29. Why God chose weak things to confound those that are mighty, &c. That no flesh should glory in his presence. The Apostle gives this very reason, 1 Cor. 1.29. Why God chosen weak things to confound those that Are mighty, etc. That no Flesh should glory in his presence. dt n1 vvz d j n1, crd np1 crd. c-crq np1 vvd j n2 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr j, av cst dx n1 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 442 Page 223
4322 Look upon Gods great work of Providence, in the conversion of the World to the obedience of the Gospel; How doth God do this? Not by might, nor by power, but by his Spirit. Christ sends out a few poor Fishermen: Look upon God's great work of Providence, in the conversion of the World to the Obedience of the Gospel; How does God do this? Not by might, nor by power, but by his Spirit. christ sends out a few poor Fishermen: vvb p-acp npg1 j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-crq vdz np1 vdb d? xx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, p-acp p-acp po31 n1. np1 vvz av dt d j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4323 these shall go and perswade the world to throw out their Idols, and to receive the new Doctrine of the Gospel, which to their wisdom appeared foolishness. these shall go and persuade the world to throw out their Idols, and to receive the new Doctrine of the Gospel, which to their Wisdom appeared foolishness. d vmb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvd n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4324 The World was full of very learned Philosophers: The World was full of very learned Philosophers: dt n1 vbds j pp-f av j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 222
4325 God could have converted, instructed, and sent out them, but he chuseth to do this great work by small things: God could have converted, instructed, and sent out them, but he chooseth to do this great work by small things: np1 vmd vhi vvn, vvn, cc vvd av pno32, cc-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi d j vvi p-acp j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4326 Chusing (as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 1.27, 28.) the foolish things of the world, to confound the wise: Choosing (as the Apostle speaks, 1 Cor. 1.27, 28.) the foolish things of the world, to confound the wise: vvg (c-acp dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd, crd) dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt j: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4327 the weak things of the world, to confound those that were mighty: the weak things of the world, to confound those that were mighty: dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr j: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4328 the base things of the world, and things which are despised, to bring to nought the things that are. the base things of the world, and things which Are despised, to bring to nought the things that Are. dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 r-crq vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp pi dt n2 cst vbr. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4329 Next to this was the great Work of God in the Reformation, begun in Germany by Luther; it was a day of very small things, the whole world was Popish, and had given their power to the Roman beast: the remainders of the Church were in the valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne, and in Bohemia, a small despised remnant. Next to this was the great Work of God in the Reformation, begun in Germany by Luther; it was a day of very small things, the Whole world was Popish, and had given their power to the Roman beast: the remainders of the Church were in the valleys of Piedmont and Lucerne, and in Bohemia, a small despised remnant. ord p-acp d vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j j n2, dt j-jn n1 vbds j, cc vhd vvn po32 n1 p-acp dt np1 n1: dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1, cc p-acp np1, dt j j-vvn n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4330 Now God begins to work, and by what means? Luther, a poor despised Fryer, he begins and preacheth against indulgences: Now God begins to work, and by what means? Luther, a poor despised Fryer, he begins and Preacheth against Indulgences: av np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp r-crq n2? np1, dt j j-vvn n1, pns31 vvz cc vvz p-acp n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4331 the whole world almost were against him, he hath to do with, the Emperour, the Pope, all the Popish Doctors; yet by these small things the Providence of God brings to pass this his great work. the Whole world almost were against him, he hath to do with, the Emperor, the Pope, all the Popish Doctors; yet by these small things the Providence of God brings to pass this his great work. dt j-jn n1 av vbdr p-acp pno31, pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp, dt n1, dt n1, d dt j n2; av p-acp d j n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pc-acp vvi d po31 j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4332 It was a day of small things with us, when we were delivered from the Spanish-Armado in the year 1588, from the intended Powder-Treason. In short, I say we shall find, that the Providence of God hath done the greatest works, that it hath brought to pass in the world, in the day of mans smallest things; It was a day of small things with us, when we were Delivered from the Spanish-Armado in the year 1588, from the intended Powder treason. In short, I say we shall find, that the Providence of God hath done the greatest works, that it hath brought to pass in the world, in the day of men Smallest things; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno12, c-crq pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp dt n1 crd, p-acp dt j-vvn n1. p-acp j, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vdn dt js n2, cst pn31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 js n2; (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4333 when there have been the smallest appearances of humane means, when the People of God have had the smallest hopes, when there have been the Smallest appearances of humane means, when the People of God have had the Smallest hope's, c-crq pc-acp vhi vbn dt js n2 pp-f j n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vhn dt js n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4334 and when they have been least in action. God hath in his Providence seldom done any great things by great humane means. and when they have been least in actium. God hath in his Providence seldom done any great things by great humane means. cc c-crq pns32 vhb vbn av-ds p-acp n1. np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 av vdi d j n2 p-acp j j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 441 Page 223
4335 Now the reason of this is the same, as of my former observation, Because thus he gets himself most glory. Now the reason of this is the same, as of my former observation, Because thus he gets himself most glory. av dt n1 pp-f d vbz dt d, c-acp pp-f po11 j n1, c-acp av pns31 vvz px31 av-ds n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 442 Page 223
4336 The Glory of God is the great end of all his actions, he worketh for himself, The Glory of God is the great end of all his actions, he works for himself, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f d po31 n2, pns31 vvz p-acp px31, (21) sermon (DIV3) 442 Page 223
4337 for the Honour and Glory of his own great Name. for the Honour and Glory of his own great Name. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 d j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 442 Page 223
4338 Now God hath more Honour and Glory by these accomplishments, than if he should bring them to pass by greater and more probable means. Now God hath more Honour and Glory by these accomplishments, than if he should bring them to pass by greater and more probable means. av np1 vhz dc n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, cs cs pns31 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp jc cc av-dc j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 442 Page 223
4341 He thus appears to be a great God, a mighty God, though it be true, that the Power of God is equally exerted, He thus appears to be a great God, a mighty God, though it be true, that the Power of God is equally exerted, pns31 av vvz pc-acp vbi dt j np1, dt j np1, cs pn31 vbb j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn, (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 223
4342 when he worketh by great means, as by small: (had we spiritual eyes, or did we look upon means as we ought to do, when he works by great means, as by small: (had we spiritual eyes, or did we look upon means as we ought to do, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, c-acp p-acp j: (vhn pns12 j n2, cc vdd pns12 vvi p-acp n2 c-acp pns12 vmd pc-acp vdi, (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 223
4343 as deriving all their efficacy from God), yet de facto, it is not so to us; as deriving all their efficacy from God), yet de facto, it is not so to us; c-acp vvg d po32 n1 p-acp np1), av fw-fr fw-la, pn31 vbz xx av p-acp pno12; (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 223
4344 and therefore you shall in Scripture observe God often declaring, that he would work this, and Therefore you shall in Scripture observe God often declaring, that he would work this, cc av pn22 vmb p-acp n1 vvi np1 av vvg, cst pns31 vmd vvi d, (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 223
4345 or that in this, or that manner, that his People might not say, that they had done this by their own might or power. or that in this, or that manner, that his People might not say, that they had done this by their own might or power. cc cst p-acp d, cc d n1, cst po31 n1 vmd xx vvi, cst pns32 vhd vdn d p-acp po32 d n1 cc n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 224
4346 The lesser appearance there is of second Causes, the more the efficiency of the first Cause is evident; The lesser appearance there is of second Causes, the more the efficiency of the First Cause is evident; dt jc n1 pc-acp vbz pp-f ord n2, dt av-dc dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 vbz j; (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 224
4347 so God getteth himself a great deal of Glory, by working in the day of mans smallest things. so God gets himself a great deal of Glory, by working in the day of men Smallest things. av np1 vvz px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 js n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 443 Page 224
4348 2. (As I also told you under the former head) God getteth himself more Glory by the praises of his people: 2. (As I also told you under the former head) God gets himself more Glory by the praises of his people: crd (c-acp pns11 av vvd pn22 p-acp dt j n1) np1 vvz px31 dc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 444 Page 224
4349 he is more admired in his workings, more praised and adored for his workings. he is more admired in his workings, more praised and adored for his workings. pns31 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp po31 n2, av-dc vvn cc vvn p-acp po31 n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 444 Page 224
4350 The Enemies are also hereby enforced to confess the works of the Lord, and to acknowledg the greatness of his Power. The Enemies Are also hereby Enforced to confess the works of the Lord, and to acknowledge the greatness of his Power. dt n2 vbr av av vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 444 Page 224
4351 But having enlarged upon these things under the former observation, I shall add no more here, but come to the Application. But having enlarged upon these things under the former observation, I shall add no more Here, but come to the Application. p-acp vhg vvn p-acp d n2 p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc av, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 444 Page 224
4352 Ʋse 1. The first Use I shall make of this point, shall be what the Prophet Zechariah hath made before me, Zech. 4.10. Ʋse 1. The First Use I shall make of this point, shall be what the Prophet Zechariah hath made before me, Zechariah 4.10. j crd dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi pp-f d n1, vmb vbi r-crq dt n1 np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno11, np1 crd. (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4353 Who hath despised the day of small things? The Prophet propoundeth it by way of Interrogation, Who hath despised the day of small things? The Prophet propoundeth it by Way of Interrogation, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2? dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4354 but it contains a Precept in the bowels of it: Learn not to despise the day of small things; it is usually Gods day. but it contains a Precept in the bowels of it: Learn not to despise the day of small things; it is usually God's day. cc-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31: vvb xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2; pn31 vbz av-j ng1 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4355 It may be a day of small things as to the Church, the state of it may be very sad, the case of it very low; It may be a day of small things as to the Church, the state of it may be very sad, the case of it very low; pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi av j, dt n1 pp-f pn31 av av-j; (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4356 little humane means or probabilities may appear of the amendment of its state; all things may seem to make against the interest of God and Religion. little humane means or probabilities may appear of the amendment of its state; all things may seem to make against the Interest of God and Religion. j j n2 cc n2 vmb vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; d n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4357 Now I say, let no man despise this day of small things: Now I say, let no man despise this day of small things: av pns11 vvb, vvb dx n1 vvi d n1 pp-f j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4358 It may be a day of small things with the particular soul, the case of it may be very sad, it may be full of dejections, full of despondencies, hurried with temptations; It may be a day of small things with the particular soul, the case of it may be very sad, it may be full of dejections, full of Despondencies, hurried with temptations; pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vbi av j, pn31 vmb vbi j pp-f n2, j pp-f n2, vvd p-acp n2; (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4359 it may have hope, and but a little hope, light shining in upon it at a poor crevice: it may have hope, and but a little hope, Light shining in upon it At a poor crevice: pn31 vmb vhi n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, av-j vvg p-acp p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4360 let none now despise this day of small things. Two things I would press upon you. 1. Not to despise this day. let none now despise this day of small things. Two things I would press upon you. 1. Not to despise this day. vvb pix av vvi d n1 pp-f j n2. crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22. crd xx pc-acp vvi d n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4361 2. To perform what is your positive duty with reference to such a day. 1. I say first, Despise not such a day. 2. To perform what is your positive duty with Referente to such a day. 1. I say First, Despise not such a day. crd pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz po22 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1. crd pns11 vvb ord, vvb xx d dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 445 Page 224
4362 Persons or things may be despised two ways: 1. Directly. 2. Interpretatively. Take heed of despising it directly. Take heed of despising it interpretatively. We despise a person or thing directly, when in our hearts we contemn him or it, Persons or things may be despised two ways: 1. Directly. 2. Interpretatively. Take heed of despising it directly. Take heed of despising it interpretatively. We despise a person or thing directly, when in our hearts we contemn him or it, n2 cc n2 vmb vbi vvn crd n2: crd av-j. crd av-j. vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31 av-j. vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31 av-j. pns12 vvb dt n1 cc n1 av-j, c-crq p-acp po12 n2 pns12 vvb pno31 cc pn31, (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 224
4363 and have a low and poor estimate of him or it, and express it by any outward sign, and have a low and poor estimate of him or it, and express it by any outward Signen, cc vhb dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno31 cc pn31, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 224
4364 as words, gestures, &c. Thus the Enemies of the Jews scorned the Jews, employed in re-building the City and Temple; as words, gestures, etc. Thus the Enemies of the jews scorned the jews, employed in rebuilding the city and Temple; c-acp n2, n2, av av dt n2 pp-f dt np2 vvn dt np2, vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 224
4365 when they said, What will these feeble Jews do? if a fox go up, he will break down what they have builded. when they said, What will these feeble jews doe? if a fox go up, he will break down what they have built. c-crq pns32 vvd, q-crq vmb d j np2 n1? cs dt n1 vvb a-acp, pns31 vmb vvi a-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4366 It was (it seems) a day of small things with the Jews, their Enemies despised them, and mocked at them. It was (it seems) a day of small things with the jews, their Enemies despised them, and mocked At them. pn31 vbds (pn31 vvz) dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt np2, po32 n2 vvd pno32, cc vvd p-acp pno32. (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4367 Thus Sennacherib despised Hezekiah, when he offered his Commissioners two hundred horses, if his master could set riders on them: Take heed of this despising. Thus Sennacherib despised Hezekiah, when he offered his Commissioners two hundred Horses, if his master could Set riders on them: Take heed of this despising. av np1 vvn np1, c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n2 crd crd n2, cs po31 n1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp pno32: vvb n1 pp-f d vvg. (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4368 Thus the Popish party in Germany despised the day of small things in the beginning of the Reformation by Luther; when they bid him go into his Cell, and pray, Lord have mercy upon me. Thus the Popish party in Germany despised the day of small things in the beginning of the Reformation by Luther; when they bid him go into his Cell, and pray, Lord have mercy upon me. av dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1; c-crq pns32 vvb pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvb, n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno11. (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4369 The issue in all three cases shewed, that they had no reason, as to any of them, to have despised the day of small things: The issue in all three cases showed, that they had no reason, as to any of them, to have despised the day of small things: dt n1 p-acp d crd n2 vvd, cst pns32 vhd dx n1, c-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4370 Providence usually brings forth its greatest works in such a day. But besides this despising, 2. There is an interpretative despising of such a day. Take heed of this also: thus we may despise things, Providence usually brings forth its greatest works in such a day. But beside this despising, 2. There is an interpretative despising of such a day. Take heed of this also: thus we may despise things, n1 av-j vvz av po31 js n2 p-acp d dt n1. p-acp p-acp d vvg, crd pc-acp vbz dt j vvg pp-f d dt n1. vvb n1 pp-f d av: av pns12 vmb vvi n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 446 Page 225
4371 1. When we do not give that due regard to them which we ought. 1. When we do not give that due regard to them which we ought. crd c-crq pns12 vdb xx vvi d j-jn n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq pns12 vmd. (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4372 Thus our Saviour telleth you, A man cannot serve two masters, but he will cleave to the one, and despise the other; Thus our Saviour Telleth you, A man cannot serve two Masters, but he will cleave to the one, and despise the other; av po12 n1 vvz pn22, dt n1 vmbx vvi crd n2, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt pi, cc vvi dt j-jn; (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4373 that is, not give that due regard which he ought to give to the other. He that neglecteth what ought not to be neglected, doth interpretatively despise; that is, not give that due regard which he ought to give to the other. He that neglecteth what ought not to be neglected, does interpretatively despise; cst vbz, xx vvi d j-jn n1 r-crq pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n-jn. pns31 cst vvz r-crq vmd xx pc-acp vbi vvn, vdz av-j vvi; (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4374 when we have not that due value for a thing we ought to have, we despise it. when we have not that due valve for a thing we ought to have, we despise it. c-crq pns12 vhb xx d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vmd pc-acp vhi, pns12 vvb pn31. (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4375 Thus Esau despised his birth-right, (saith the Apostle): we no where read that he spake contemptuously of it; Thus Esau despised his birthright, (Says the Apostle): we no where read that he spoke contemptuously of it; av np1 vvd po31 n1, (vvz dt n1): pns12 av-dx c-crq vvi cst pns31 vvd av-j pp-f pn31; (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4376 but he did not duly value it, he sold it for a contemptible price, a mess of pottage. but he did not duly valve it, he sold it for a contemptible price, a mess of pottage. cc-acp pns31 vdd xx av-jn vvi pn31, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 448 Page 225
4377 2. When because of the smallness of means, our hearts fail in the use of the means we have; 2. When Because of the smallness of means, our hearts fail in the use of the means we have; crd c-crq p-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, po12 n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pns12 vhb; (21) sermon (DIV3) 449 Page 225
4378 or, as to the promise: this is a despising of the day of small things. Now I say, take heed of despising such a day any of these ways; or, as to the promise: this is a despising of the day of small things. Now I say, take heed of despising such a day any of these ways; cc, a-acp p-acp dt n1: d vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2. av pns11 vvb, vvb n1 pp-f vvg d dt n1 d pp-f d n2; (21) sermon (DIV3) 449 Page 225
4379 it is usually Gods day. Let your rule be this: If a work, or issue of a work, be for Gods Glory; it is usually God's day. Let your Rule be this: If a work, or issue of a work, be for God's Glory; pn31 vbz av-j npg1 n1. vvb po22 n1 vbb d: cs dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbb p-acp ng1 n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 449 Page 225
4380 if it be the matter of a Divine Promise, though there may be but a small appearance of means for the accomplishment of it; if it be the matter of a Divine Promise, though there may be but a small appearance of means for the accomplishment of it; cs pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cs pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (21) sermon (DIV3) 450 Page 225
4381 take heed of despising it, either directly, or interpretatively. Who hath despised such a day? (saith the Prophet), intimating, that none ought to despise it, none hath any just reason to despise it. take heed of despising it, either directly, or interpretatively. Who hath despised such a day? (Says the Prophet), intimating, that none ought to despise it, none hath any just reason to despise it. vvb n1 pp-f vvg pn31, d av-j, cc av-j. r-crq vhz vvn d dt n1? (vvz dt n1), vvg, cst pix vmd pc-acp vvi pn31, pi vhz d j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (21) sermon (DIV3) 450 Page 225
4382 2. But secondly, Do what is your duty in such a day: 2. But secondly, Do what is your duty in such a day: crd p-acp ord, vdb r-crq vbz po22 n1 p-acp d dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 451 Page 225
4383 you will say, What is that? I will open it in three things: 1. Ʋse the means you have. you will say, What is that? I will open it in three things: 1. Ʋse the means you have. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz d? pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2: crd vvb dt n2 pn22 vhb. (21) sermon (DIV3) 451 Page 225
4384 2. Exercise a faith in God, beyond the probable effect of those means. 2. Exercise a faith in God, beyond the probable Effect of those means. crd vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 451 Page 225
4385 3. Make up in prayer, what you will want in action, through a want of means. 3. Make up in prayer, what you will want in actium, through a want of means. crd n1 a-acp p-acp n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 451 Page 225
4386 Of each of these a word or two. 1. Ʋse those means and grounds of hope which you have. Of each of these a word or two. 1. Ʋse those means and grounds of hope which you have. pp-f d pp-f d dt n1 cc crd. crd vvb d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pn22 vhb. (21) sermon (DIV3) 451 Page 225
4387 If David hath but a sling and a stone to go out against Goliah with, yet he will use them. If David hath but a sling and a stone to go out against Goliath with, yet he will use them. cs np1 vhz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 p-acp, av pns31 vmb vvi pno32. (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4388 Means that have a natural vertue in them, or a divine institution, have Gods stamp upon them, Means that have a natural virtue in them, or a divine Institution, have God's stamp upon them, np1 cst vhb dt j n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt j-jn n1, vhb n2 vvi p-acp pno32, (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4389 and must be used, leaving the event and success unto God: we must neither idolize means, by attributing the divine Efficiency to them; and must be used, leaving the event and success unto God: we must neither idolise means, by attributing the divine Efficiency to them; cc vmb vbi vvn, vvg dt n1 cc n1 p-acp np1: pns12 vmb dx vvb n2, p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32; (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4390 nor yet tempt God by a neglect of them, when God affords us them. nor yet tempt God by a neglect of them, when God affords us them. ccx av vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 pno32. (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4391 You shall observe God sometimes commanding the use of means, which had no rational tendency to the production of the effect: You shall observe God sometime commanding the use of means, which had no rational tendency to the production of the Effect: pn22 vmb vvi np1 av vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vhd dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4392 as what influence could the Israelites blowing with Rams-horns, and the Army encompassing the City seven days, have upon the walls of Jericho; yet the Israelites were bound to use them, as what influence could the Israelites blowing with Ram's horns, and the Army encompassing the city seven days, have upon the walls of Jericho; yet the Israelites were bound to use them, c-acp r-crq n1 vmd dt np1 vvg p-acp n2, cc dt n1 vvg dt n1 crd n2, vhb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; av dt np1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4393 because they had the stamp of a divine Institution upon them. Because they had the stamp of a divine Institution upon them. c-acp pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4394 It is much the same case, when they have a natural vertue, or a rational tendency; It is much the same case, when they have a natural virtue, or a rational tendency; pn31 vbz d dt d n1, c-crq pns32 vhb dt j n1, cc dt j n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4395 there is a divine stamp too, though of a different nature: what means are proper must be used, how mean soever they appear in our eyes. there is a divine stamp too, though of a different nature: what means Are proper must be used, how mean soever they appear in our eyes. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 av, cs pp-f dt j n1: r-crq n2 vbr j vmb vbi vvn, c-crq j av pns32 vvb p-acp po12 n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4396 What proportion was there betwixt Jonathan and his Armour-bearer, and the whole Garrison of the Philistines, between Jeroboams Army, What proportion was there betwixt Johnathan and his Armour-bearer, and the Whole Garrison of the philistines, between Jeroboams Army, q-crq n1 vbds a-acp p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njp2, p-acp vvz n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4397 and Abijahs? This but four hundred, the other eight hundred thousand; and Abijahs? This but four hundred, the other eight hundred thousand; cc n2? d p-acp crd crd, dt j-jn crd crd crd; (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4398 between the Army of Asia, and that of the Ethiopians and Lubims, 2 Chron. 14. God often works, between the Army of Asia, and that of the Ethiopians and Libyans, 2 Chronicles 14. God often works, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f dt njp2 cc n2, crd np1 crd np1 av vvz, (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4399 yea, he ordinarily worketh by small means, and Providence brings forth its great work in the day of mans small things. If we be sure that we are in Gods way, yea, he ordinarily works by small means, and Providence brings forth its great work in the day of men small things. If we be sure that we Are in God's Way, uh, pns31 av-j vvz p-acp j n2, cc n1 vvz av po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 j n2. cs pns12 vbb j cst pns12 vbr p-acp npg1 n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4400 and about his work, let the means be what they will, if lawful, and rational, it is our duty to use them; and about his work, let the means be what they will, if lawful, and rational, it is our duty to use them; cc p-acp po31 n1, vvb dt n2 vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, cs j, cc j, pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4401 God must be honoured in his own Institutions, and sought in his own way: though the means be small, and our humane hopes small; God must be honoured in his own Institutions, and sought in his own Way: though the means be small, and our humane hope's small; np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 d n2, cc vvd p-acp po31 d n1: cs dt n2 vbb j, cc po12 j n2 j; (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4402 yet if we expect Gods blessing, this mercy must be sought in the use of those means which the Providence of God layeth before us. yet if we expect God's blessing, this mercy must be sought in the use of those means which the Providence of God Layeth before us. av cs pns12 vvb ng1 n1, d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno12. (21) sermon (DIV3) 452 Page 226
4403 2. But secondly, The duty of a Christian will lye much in the exercise of his Faith in God, beyond the probability of the means. 2. But secondly, The duty of a Christian will lie much in the exercise of his Faith in God, beyond the probability of the means. crd p-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f dt njp vmb vvi av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 226
4404 This is the great duty of a Christian, and the very end which God aimeth at in cutting us short of means many times. This is the great duty of a Christian, and the very end which God aimeth At in cutting us short of means many times. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt njp, cc dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg pno12 j pp-f n2 d n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 226
4405 I think we may say, Ʋbi media deficiunt ibi fides incipit; where means begin to fail, there faith begins to work: I think we may say, Ʋbi media deficiunt There fides incipit; where means begin to fail, there faith begins to work: pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; c-crq n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, a-acp n1 vvz pc-acp vvi: (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 226
4406 Where we are out of sight, as to means, there's a room for faith; For it is (saith the Apostle) the evidence of things not seen: Where we Are out of sighed, as to means, there's a room for faith; For it is (Says the Apostle) the evidence of things not seen: c-crq pns12 vbr av pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp n2, pc-acp|vbz dt n1 p-acp n1; p-acp pn31 vbz (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn: (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 226
4407 By faith, here I mean, a trusting and relying upon God, as a God able and faithful. By faith, Here I mean, a trusting and relying upon God, as a God able and faithful. p-acp n1, av pns11 vvb, dt vvg cc vvg p-acp np1, c-acp dt n1 j cc j. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 226
4408 But to open this a little more clearly to you: But to open this a little more clearly to you: p-acp pc-acp vvi d dt j av-dc av-j p-acp pn22: (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 227
4409 I will shew you, 1. In what cases we may warrantably exercise a faith in God beyond the vertue, and probability of means. I will show you, 1. In what cases we may warrantably exercise a faith in God beyond the virtue, and probability of means. pns11 vmb vvi pn22, crd p-acp r-crq n2 pns12 vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 227
4410 2. What means we may use for the help of our faith in this case. 2. What means we may use for the help of our faith in this case. crd q-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 227
4411 3. What encouragements we may take to our selves in such a case to set our faith on work. 1 Quest. 3. What encouragements we may take to our selves in such a case to Set our faith on work. 1 Quest. crd q-crq n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1. crd n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 453 Page 227
4412 In what cases may a Christian exercise faith in God for the accomplishment, beyond the vertue, efficacy and probability of humane means, to be used in order to it? In what cases may a Christian exercise faith in God for the accomplishment, beyond the virtue, efficacy and probability of humane means, to be used in order to it? p-acp r-crq n2 vmb dt njp n1 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31? (21) sermon (DIV3) 454 Page 227
4413 1. To this I answer, The object of faith must be a Promise. It is ridiculous to talk of an exercise of faith in God, 1. To this I answer, The Object of faith must be a Promise. It is ridiculous to talk of an exercise of faith in God, crd p-acp d pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi dt n1. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4414 for an accomplishment, for which we have no word to warrant us in the expectation of it: for an accomplishment, for which we have no word to warrant us in the expectation of it: p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4415 But now, a Promise may be either particular, or General; of old many had: But now, a Promise may be either particular, or General; of old many had: cc-acp av, dt n1 vmb vbi d j, cc j; pp-f j d vhd: (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4416 particular persons, and the Nation of the Jews had particular promises made to them by God immediately, or mediately by his Prophets; particular Persons, and the nation of the jews had particular promises made to them by God immediately, or mediately by his prophets; j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vhd j n2 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp np1 av-j, cc av-j p-acp po31 n2; (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4417 we have no such, God hath left us unto his written Word. we have no such, God hath left us unto his written Word. pns12 vhb dx d, np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4418 There are many general promises, which shall be made good still to particular Churches and persons: There Are many general promises, which shall be made good still to particular Churches and Persons: pc-acp vbr d j n2, r-crq vmb vbi vvn j av p-acp j n2 cc n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4419 Hence is our difficulty to conclude what it is we may exercise a faith in God, for bringing to pass. To direct you a little, Hence is our difficulty to conclude what it is we may exercise a faith in God, for bringing to pass. To Direct you a little, av vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pn31 vbz pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi. p-acp vvi pn22 dt j, (21) sermon (DIV3) 455 Page 227
4420 1. Where you have a particular promise, the case is plain. Some such there are, as for the destruction of Antichrist, &c. 2. In the want of a special particular Promise, a general promise is a sufficient object for our faith. 1. Where you have a particular promise, the case is plain. some such there Are, as for the destruction of Antichrist, etc. 2. In the want of a special particular Promise, a general promise is a sufficient Object for our faith. crd c-crq pn22 vhb dt j n1, dt n1 vbz j. d d a-acp vbr, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, dt j n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 456 Page 227
4421 General promises made to the Church and people of God, are applicable to particular Churches, and particular Saints. General promises made to the Church and people of God, Are applicable to particular Churches, and particular Saints. j n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbr j p-acp j n2, cc j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 457 Page 227
4422 3. Every Precept doth imply a Promise: 3. Every Precept does imply a Promise: crd d n1 vdz vvi dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 458 Page 227
4423 God hath certainly promised a blessing upon the doing of that which he hath commanded us to do; God hath Certainly promised a blessing upon the doing of that which he hath commanded us to do; np1 vhz av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi; (21) sermon (DIV3) 458 Page 227
4424 no man serveth God for nothing. 4 Whatsoever issue certainly conduceth to the glory of God, is under a Promise: no man serves God for nothing. 4 Whatsoever issue Certainly conduceth to the glory of God, is under a Promise: dx n1 vvz np1 p-acp pix. crd r-crq n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 458 Page 227
4425 God hath resolved to glorifie himself, and he ordereth all his actions in order to that end. God hath resolved to Glorify himself, and he Ordereth all his actions in order to that end. np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi px31, cc pns31 vvz d po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 459 Page 227
4426 The substance of all this amounts to thus much: The substance of all this amounts to thus much: dt n1 pp-f d d n2 p-acp av av-d: (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 227
4427 We may exercise a faith in God, and trust in him for accomplishing by his Providence whatsoever in his Word, he hath either more particularly, or generally promised: We may exercise a faith in God, and trust in him for accomplishing by his Providence whatsoever in his Word, he hath either more particularly, or generally promised: pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 r-crq p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz d dc av-j, cc av-j vvn: (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 227
4428 or whatsoever he hath commanded us to act in tendency unto, or whatsoever doth certainly tend to the glorifying of his great and holy Name. or whatsoever he hath commanded us to act in tendency unto, or whatsoever does Certainly tend to the glorifying of his great and holy Name. cc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp, cc r-crq vdz av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 j cc j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 227
4429 Now if any thing of this nature be upon the wheel, although we see the present visible means in order to the accomplishment of it be small, Now if any thing of this nature be upon the wheel, although we see the present visible means in order to the accomplishment of it be small, av cs d n1 pp-f d n1 vbi p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb dt j j vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb j, (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4430 and in all appearance disproportioned to the greatness of the event; and in all appearance disproportioned to the greatness of the event; cc p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4431 yet a Christian using what lawful means the Providence of God lays before him, may warrantably trust in God for the exerting a further power for the accomplishment of it, yet a Christian using what lawful means the Providence of God lays before him, may warrantably trust in God for the exerting a further power for the accomplishment of it, av dt njp vvg r-crq j n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno31, vmb av-j vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt vvg dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4432 than is in the means which at present are apportioned to it. But this is now an hard thing to us. than is in the means which At present Are apportioned to it. But this is now an hard thing to us. cs vbz p-acp dt n2 r-crq p-acp j vbr vvn p-acp pn31. p-acp d vbz av dt j n1 p-acp pno12. (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4433 Let me therefore secondly, direct you what you should do in a day of small things, for the advantaging of your faith in this noble Exercise. Let me Therefore secondly, Direct you what you should do in a day of small things, for the advantaging of your faith in this noble Exercise. vvb pno11 av ord, vvb pn22 r-crq pn22 vmd vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt vvg pp-f po22 n1 p-acp d j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4434 I shall offer but two things in the Case: I shall offer but two things in the Case: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 460 Page 228
4435 1. Keep your Eye as much off the means, and as much upon God as you can. 1. Keep your Eye as much off the means, and as much upon God as you can. crd vvb po22 n1 c-acp av-d p-acp dt n2, cc c-acp d p-acp np1 c-acp pn22 vmb. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4436 We have so much of sense and reason in us, that we are very prone from one or other of them to take all our measures about future events. We have so much of sense and reason in us, that we Are very prove from one or other of them to take all our measures about future events. pns12 vhb av d pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno12, cst pns12 vbr av j p-acp crd cc n-jn pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi d po12 n2 p-acp j-jn n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4437 If we would keep our hearts steady in a time of such exigencies as these, we must shut the Eyes both of our sense and reason. Faith credits a Proposition, If we would keep our hearts steady in a time of such exigencies as these, we must shut the Eyes both of our sense and reason. Faith credits a Proposition, cs pns12 vmd vvi po12 n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp d, pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 d pp-f po12 n1 cc n1. n1 n2 dt n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4438 neither upon the demonstrations of the one of these, nor the conclusions of the other; but the meer authority of God. neither upon the demonstrations of the one of these, nor the conclusions of the other; but the mere Authority of God. av-dx p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd pp-f d, ccx dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn; cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4439 Men count it wisdom when they are upon precipices, never to look downward, but upward; if they look downward, their weak heads are apt to be giddy. Men count it Wisdom when they Are upon precipices, never to look downward, but upward; if they look downward, their weak Heads Are apt to be giddy. np1 vvb pn31 n1 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp n2, av-x pc-acp vvi av-j, cc-acp av-j; cs pns32 vvb av-j, po32 j n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi j. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4440 Christians in such stresses of Providence as these are, have nothing else to do: Christians in such stresses of Providence as these Are, have nothing Else to do: np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 c-acp d vbr, vhb pix av pc-acp vdi: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4459 of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy seed be called, accounting that God was able to raise him up even from the dead. of whom it was said, that in Isaac shall thy seed be called, accounting that God was able to raise him up even from the dead. pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbds vvn, cst p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn, vvg cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp av p-acp dt j. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4441 if they look downward, their sense, their reason, saith, how can these things be? If God would make windows in heaven (saith that Nobleman) these things could not be. if they look downward, their sense, their reason, Says, how can these things be? If God would make windows in heaven (Says that Nobleman) these things could not be. cs pns32 vvb av-j, po32 n1, po32 n1, vvz, c-crq vmb d n2 vbi? cs np1 vmd vvi n2 p-acp n1 (vvz d n1) d n2 vmd xx vbi. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4442 Our poring upon means in the day of our small things hindereth the exercise of our faith in God. Our poring upon means in the day of our small things hindereth the exercise of our faith in God. po12 j-vvg p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2 vvz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4443 If the foundations be destroyed (saith the Psalmist, Psal. 11.3,) what can the righteous do? Means are the foundations of our natural hopes: If the foundations be destroyed (Says the Psalmist, Psalm 11.3,) what can the righteous doe? Means Are the foundations of our natural hope's: cs dt n2 vbb vvn (vvz dt n1, np1 crd,) q-crq vmb dt j n1? vvz vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4444 now if these be destroyed, if there be little or nothing of these, what can we do? Wicked men are indeed at their wits-ends, they despond and despair; now if these be destroyed, if there be little or nothing of these, what can we do? Wicked men Are indeed At their wits-ends, they despond and despair; av cs d vbb vvn, cs pc-acp vbi j cc pix pp-f d, r-crq vmb pns12 vdi? j n2 vbr av p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb cc vvi; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4445 but saith the Psalmist, v. 4, The Lord is in his holy temple; but Says the Psalmist, v. 4, The Lord is in his holy temple; cc-acp vvz dt n1, n1 crd, dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4446 the Lords throne is in heaven, his eyes see, his eye-lids try the children of men God is still where he was, the lords throne is in heaven, his eyes see, his eyelids try the children of men God is still where he was, dt n2 n1 vbz p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvi, po31 n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 np1 vbz av c-crq pns31 vbds, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4447 and hath the same power, the same knowledg of things, the same rule and dominion. Twice in Scripture Abraham is propounded to us as a noble Example; and hath the same power, the same knowledge of things, the same Rule and dominion. Twice in Scripture Abraham is propounded to us as a noble Exampl; cc vhz dt d n1, dt d n1 pp-f n2, dt d n1 cc n1. av p-acp n1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4448 and a father of the faithful in this thing, Rom. 4. God had promised him a Son, a Son of his Wife Sarah; he grew to be an hundred years old, his Wife many years past child bearing; here was no means: and a father of the faithful in this thing, Rom. 4. God had promised him a Son, a Son of his Wife Sarah; he grew to be an hundred Years old, his Wife many Years past child bearing; Here was no means: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp d n1, np1 crd np1 vhd vvn pno31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1; pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt crd n2 j, po31 n1 d n2 j n1 vvg; av vbds dx n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 228
4449 yet Abraham believeth for a Child, and he was not weak in the faith (saith the Apostle), Rom. 4.18, 19, 20. How doth he behave himself? The Apostle telleth you, That he considered not his own body now dead, yet Abraham Believeth for a Child, and he was not weak in the faith (Says the Apostle), Rom. 4.18, 19, 20. How does he behave himself? The Apostle Telleth you, That he considered not his own body now dead, av np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vbds xx j p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt n1), np1 crd, crd, crd q-crq vdz pns31 vvi px31? dt n1 vvz pn22, cst pns31 vvd xx po31 d n1 av j, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4450 when he was about an hundred years old, nor yet the deadness of Sarahs womb; he staggered not at the Promise, but was strong in faith giving glory to God; when he was about an hundred Years old, nor yet the deadness of Sarahs womb; he staggered not At the Promise, but was strong in faith giving glory to God; c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp dt crd n2 j, ccx av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vbds j p-acp n1 vvg n1 p-acp np1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4451 being fully perswaded that what he had promised, he was able to perform. Abraham, that he might keep up his heart, fixed on the promise; being Fully persuaded that what he had promised, he was able to perform. Abraham, that he might keep up his heart, fixed on the promise; vbg av-j vvn d r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi. np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp dt n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4452 he considered not the nothingness or improbability of the means; he considered not the nothingness or improbability of the means; pns31 vvd xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4453 he considered nothing but the power, and faithfulness of God. God had said it, there was a promise for it, a promise from him who could not lye: he considered nothing but the power, and faithfulness of God. God had said it, there was a promise for it, a promise from him who could not lie: pns31 vvd pix cc-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. np1 vhd vvn pn31, pc-acp vbds dt n1 p-acp pn31, dt n1 p-acp pno31 r-crq vmd xx vvi: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4454 then he considereth, that he who had promised was able also to perform: an honest faithful man may sail in his promise, then he Considereth, that he who had promised was able also to perform: an honest faithful man may sail in his promise, cs pns31 vvz, cst pns31 r-crq vhd vvn vbds j av pc-acp vvi: dt j j n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4455 because he may not be able to perform; but as God was faithful, so he was also able; Because he may not be able to perform; but as God was faithful, so he was also able; c-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi; cc-acp c-acp np1 vbds j, av pns31 vbds av j; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4456 he keeps his Eye off means, fixed upon God. he keeps his Eye off means, fixed upon God. pns31 vvz po31 n1 a-acp n2, vvn p-acp np1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4457 So again, Heb. 11.17, 18, 19, By faith Abraham when he was tried offered up Isaac, So again, Hebrew 11.17, 18, 19, By faith Abraham when he was tried offered up Isaac, av av, np1 crd, crd, crd, p-acp n1 np1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn vvn p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4458 and he that had received the promise offered up his only begotten son; and he that had received the promise offered up his only begotten son; cc pns31 cst vhd vvn dt n1 vvd a-acp po31 j vvn n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4460 Abraham had a promise, that in Isaac his seed should be called. Abraham had a promise, that in Isaac his seed should be called. np1 vhd dt n1, cst p-acp np1 po31 n1 vmd vbi vvn. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4461 God calls Abraham with his own hand to slay Isaac, he could not but have such thoughts as these: God calls Abraham with his own hand to slay Isaac, he could not but have such thoughts as these: np1 vvz np1 p-acp po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vmd xx p-acp vhb d n2 c-acp d: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4462 Lord, if Isaac be gone, where is thy promise? what becomes of thy word? how shall my seed be called in him? how shall I be the father of the Jewish Nation, Lord, if Isaac be gone, where is thy promise? what becomes of thy word? how shall my seed be called in him? how shall I be the father of the Jewish nation, n1, cs np1 vbi vvn, q-crq vbz po21 n1? q-crq vvz pp-f po21 n1? q-crq vmb po11 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno31? q-crq vmb pns11 vbi dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4463 if Isaac be he, in whom my seed must be called, and he be dead before he hath a child? He had nothing to relieve him under these thoughts but this, That God was able to raise him from the dead: if Isaac be he, in whom my seed must be called, and he be dead before he hath a child? He had nothing to relieve him under these thoughts but this, That God was able to raise him from the dead: cs np1 vbi pns31, p-acp ro-crq po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns31 vbb j c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1? pns31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp d n2 p-acp d, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4464 hither he flies, and keeps up his faith in the Promise, by turning his eye off from the means, hither he flies, and keeps up his faith in the Promise, by turning his eye off from the means, av pns31 vvz, cc vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4465 and meerly considering the power and faithfulness of God. You shall find Asa doing thus, 2 Chron. 14.9, 10, 11: Asa had but an Army of five hundred thousand: Zerah the Ethiopian, cometh out against him with an Army of a million, and three hundred Chariots, there was double the number he had: and merely considering the power and faithfulness of God. You shall find Asa doing thus, 2 Chronicles 14.9, 10, 11: Asa had but an Army of five hundred thousand: Zerah the Ethiopian, comes out against him with an Army of a million, and three hundred Chariots, there was double the number he had: cc av-j vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. pn22 vmb vvi np1 vdg av, crd np1 crd, crd, crd: np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd crd crd: np1 dt jp, vvz av p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc crd crd n2, a-acp vbds j-jn dt n1 pns31 vhd: (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4466 If he had look'd upon the means, he must have desponded; If he had looked upon the means, he must have desponded; cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n2, pns31 vmb vhi vvn; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4467 how should five hundred thousand deal with ten hundred thousand? but he looks off the means, how should five hundred thousand deal with ten hundred thousand? but he looks off the means, q-crq vmd crd crd crd n1 p-acp crd crd crd? cc-acp pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4468 and fixeth his Eye upon God. and fixeth his Eye upon God. cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp np1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4469 Ver. 11, He cryeth unto the Lord, and saith, Lord, it is nothing with thee to help, Ver. 11, He Cries unto the Lord, and Says, Lord, it is nothing with thee to help, np1 crd, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz, n1, pn31 vbz pix p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi, (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4470 whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O Lord our God, for we rest on thee; whither with many, or with them that have no power: help us, Oh Lord our God, for we rest on thee; cs p-acp d, cc p-acp pno32 cst vhb dx n1: vvb pno12, uh n1 po12 n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno21; (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4471 and in thy Name we go against this multitude: O Lord, thou art our God, let not man prevail against thee. and in thy Name we go against this multitude: Oh Lord, thou art our God, let not man prevail against thee. cc p-acp po21 n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d n1: uh n1, pns21 vb2r po12 n1, vvb xx n1 vvi p-acp pno21. (21) sermon (DIV3) 461 Page 229
4472 Secondly, In such a day consider the experiences of Gods people: consider what they did, and how they sped. What they did, that you heard in the instance both of Abraham, and Asa. They shut the Eyes of their sense and natural reason; Secondly, In such a day Consider the experiences of God's people: Consider what they did, and how they sped. What they did, that you herd in the instance both of Abraham, and Asa. They shut the Eyes of their sense and natural reason; ord, p-acp d dt n1 vvb dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1: vvb r-crq pns32 vdd, cc c-crq pns32 vvd. r-crq pns32 vdd, cst pn22 vvd p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f np1, cc np1 pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc j n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4473 they took off their Eyes from all consideration of means, and eyed only the certainty of the Promise; they took off their Eyes from all consideration of means, and eyed only the certainty of the Promise; pns32 vvd a-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, cc vvd av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4474 the faithfulness of God, and the power of God. So did Abraham, so did Asa. Then 2. Consider how they sped: Abraham had a Son at the set-time; the faithfulness of God, and the power of God. So did Abraham, so did Asa. Then 2. Consider how they sped: Abraham had a Son At the set-time; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. av vdd np1, av vdd np1 av crd vvb c-crq pns32 vvd: np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4475 Abraham had his Son reprieved, when the knife was at his throat, and his seed was called in Isaac. The Lord smote the Ethiopians before Asa, Abraham had his Son reprieved, when the knife was At his throat, and his seed was called in Isaac. The Lord smote the Ethiopians before Asa, np1 vhd po31 n1 vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbds p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1. dt n1 vvd dt njp2 p-acp np1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4476 and before Juda, &c. saith the Text, 2 Chron. 14.12, 13, 14. Now it is a great encouragement to us in the exercises of our faith, to consider the experiences of other of the Servants of God in their exercises of Faith. and before Juda, etc. Says the Text, 2 Chronicles 14.12, 13, 14. Now it is a great encouragement to us in the exercises of our faith, to Consider the experiences of other of the Servants of God in their exercises of Faith. cc p-acp np1, av vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4477 Our fathers trusted in thee (saith David, Psalm 22); they trusted, and were delivered. Our Father's trusted in thee (Says David, Psalm 22); they trusted, and were Delivered. po12 n2 vvn p-acp pno21 (vvz np1, np1 crd); pns32 vvd, cc vbdr vvn. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4479 he is the same, his name is I am. David as to Goliah, raised up his faith upon his former experiences in slaying the Lion and the Bear, 1 Sam. 17, and upon the experience of others, Psalm 22: he is the same, his name is I am. David as to Goliath, raised up his faith upon his former experiences in slaying the lion and the Bear, 1 Sam. 17, and upon the experience of Others, Psalm 22: pns31 vbz dt d, po31 n1 vbz pns11 vbm. np1 a-acp pc-acp np1, vvd a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 cc dt n1, vvn np1 crd, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, n1 crd: (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4480 nothing is more conducive, to help and relieve a Christian, weak as to his faith, in the day either of small things, nothing is more conducive, to help and relieve a Christian, weak as to his faith, in the day either of small things, pix vbz av-dc j, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt njp, j c-acp p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f j n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4481 as to the Church of God, in which he is considered as a member; or in the day of small things as to his own personal concerns. as to the Church of God, in which he is considered as a member; or in the day of small things as to his own personal concerns. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 c-acp p-acp po31 d j vvz. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4482 God chuseth the day of small things to be seen in: it is the day which Providence chuseth to shew it self great in. God chooseth the day of small things to be seen in: it is the day which Providence chooseth to show it self great in. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 j p-acp. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4483 And you may thus advantage your faith in God in such a day. And you may thus advantage your faith in God in such a day. cc pn22 vmb av vvi po22 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4484 Now for your further encouragement in this exercise of faith in God, beyond the visibility or apparent probability of means, I shall offer these things to your consideration. Now for your further encouragement in this exercise of faith in God, beyond the visibility or apparent probability of means, I shall offer these things to your consideration. av p-acp po22 jc n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vmb vvi d n2 p-acp po22 n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 462 Page 230
4485 1. That it is Gods ordinary time and method of working. 1. That it is God's ordinary time and method of working. crd cst pn31 vbz ng1 j n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg. (21) sermon (DIV3) 463 Page 230
4486 This is that which I discoursed to you in justification of the Observation, and proved it to you from a plenty of instances, This is that which I discoursed to you in justification of the Observation, and proved it to you from a plenty of instances, d vbz d r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (21) sermon (DIV3) 463 Page 230
4487 and therefore shall not enlarge here. and Therefore shall not enlarge Here. cc av vmb xx vvi av. (21) sermon (DIV3) 463 Page 230
4488 2. That God never worketh with so much advantage to his own glory, as in such a time when he fulfilleth his Word in the day of mans small things. 2. That God never works with so much advantage to his own glory, as in such a time when he fulfilleth his Word in the day of men small things. crd cst np1 av-x vvz p-acp av d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, a-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 464 Page 230
4489 We never need doubt Gods pursuing of the great ends of his glory; We never need doubt God's pursuing of the great ends of his glory; pns12 av-x vvb n1 npg1 vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 464 Page 230
4490 He doth all things for himself, his glory is the end of all his great works. He does all things for himself, his glory is the end of all his great works. pns31 vdz d n2 c-acp px31, po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f d po31 j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 464 Page 230
4491 Now I say, God never worketh more for the advantage of his glory than in such exigents: Now I say, God never works more for the advantage of his glory than in such exigents: av pns11 vvb, np1 av-x vvz av-dc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cs p-acp d n2: (21) sermon (DIV3) 464 Page 230
4492 then is his power, and the greatness thereof most eminently made known: Then shall his people more see, and confess the Arm of the Lord. then is his power, and the greatness thereof most eminently made known: Then shall his people more see, and confess the Arm of the Lord. av vbz po31 n1, cc dt n1 av av-ds av-j vvn vvn: av vmb po31 n1 av-dc vvi, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 464 Page 230
4493 3. Consider (thirdly) this is the proper work of faith. 3. Consider (Thirdly) this is the proper work of faith. crd np1 (ord) d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 465 Page 231
4494 It is true, we ought to exercise Faith in the use of means, let them be never so great, never so probable for the accomplishment of the the End: It is true, we ought to exercise Faith in the use of means, let them be never so great, never so probable for the accomplishment of the the End: pn31 vbz j, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvb pno32 vbi av av j, av-x av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt dt vvb: (21) sermon (DIV3) 465 Page 231
4495 but the proper place for faith, is, where means are weak, or wanting, to put the Soul in hope against hope. but the proper place for faith, is, where means Are weak, or wanting, to put the Soul in hope against hope. cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1, vbz, c-crq n2 vbr j, cc vvg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 465 Page 231
4496 It is the evidence of things not seen: as patience is an habit of grace given the Soul for a day of adversity, It is the evidence of things not seen: as patience is an habit of grace given the Soul for a day of adversity, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn: p-acp n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 465 Page 231
4497 so faith is made for an hour of sensible darkness. 4. Lastly, Nothing so pleaseth and engageth God, as such an exercise of faith. so faith is made for an hour of sensible darkness. 4. Lastly, Nothing so Pleases and engageth God, as such an exercise of faith. av n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd ord, pix av vvz cc vvz np1, c-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 465 Page 231
4498 Asa, 2 Chron. 14.11, useth it as an argument with God: Asa, 2 Chronicles 14.11, uses it as an argument with God: np1, crd np1 crd, vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4499 Help us, O Lord, for we rest on thee, and in thy Name we go against this great multitude. Help us, Oh Lord, for we rest on thee, and in thy Name we go against this great multitude. vvb pno12, uh n1, c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pno21, cc p-acp po21 n1 pns12 vvb p-acp d j n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4500 The next Verse saith, God smote the Ethiopians, 2 Chron. 13.18. You will find that Jeroboam 's Army was full double to the number of Abijah 's: The next Verse Says, God smote the Ethiopians, 2 Chronicles 13.18. You will find that Jeroboam is Army was full double to the number of Abijah is: dt ord n1 vvz, np1 vvd dt njp2, crd np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi d np1 vbz n1 vbds av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz: (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4501 and could not have been conquered without some extraordinary influence of God upon Abijah 's side. and could not have been conquered without Some extraordinary influence of God upon Abijah is side. cc vmd xx vhi vbn vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbz n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4502 Now would you know what engaged the Lord of Hosts. ver. 18, Thus the children of Israel were brought under at that time; Now would you know what engaged the Lord of Hosts. ver. 18, Thus the children of Israel were brought under At that time; av vmd pn22 vvi r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f n2. fw-la. crd, av dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr vvn p-acp p-acp d n1; (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4503 and the men of Judah prevailed, because they relied upon the Lord God of their fathers. and the men of Judah prevailed, Because they relied upon the Lord God of their Father's. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vvd, c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f po32 n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4504 See the contrary, 2 Chron. 16.7; See the contrary, 2 Chronicles 16.7; vvb dt n-jn, crd np1 crd; (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4505 Hanani the Seer cometh to Asa, and telleth him, Because thou hast relied on the King of Syria, Hanani the Seer comes to Asa, and Telleth him, Because thou hast relied on the King of Syria, np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp np1, cc vvz pno31, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4506 and not relied on the Lord thy God, therefore the Host of the King of Syria is escaped out of thy hands. and not relied on the Lord thy God, Therefore the Host of the King of Syria is escaped out of thy hands. cc xx vvn p-acp dt n1 po21 n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av pp-f po21 n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4507 Thus I have shewed you a second thing, in which I conceive the duty of a Christian lies in the day of small things, viz. The exercise of a faith in God, beyond the vertue and probability of the means. Thus I have showed you a second thing, in which I conceive the duty of a Christian lies in the day of small things, viz. The exercise of a faith in God, beyond the virtue and probability of the means. av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 466 Page 231
4508 3. A third piece of his duty is, To beware of the use of sinful means in order to the accomplishment of what he desireth. 3. A third piece of his duty is, To beware of the use of sinful means in order to the accomplishment of what he Desires. crd dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbz, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vvz. (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4509 It is a great vanity to which through our misapprehension of means we are very subject: It is a great vanity to which through our misapprehension of means we Are very Subject: pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp r-crq p-acp po12 n1 pp-f n2 pns12 vbr av j-jn: (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4510 if we want lawful means, to make use of unlawful, thinking to add to the day of small things this way. if we want lawful means, to make use of unlawful, thinking to add to the day of small things this Way. cs pns12 vvb j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j, vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 d n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4511 Abraham failed in this, going in to Hagar: so did Asa, in the instance beforementioned, though he acted otherwise, when the Ethiopians and Lubims were against him. Abraham failed in this, going in to Hagar: so did Asa, in the instance beforementioned, though he acted otherwise, when the Ethiopians and Libyans were against him. np1 vvn p-acp d, vvg p-acp p-acp np1: av vdd np1, p-acp dt n1 vvn, cs pns31 vvd av, c-crq dt njp2 cc vvz vbdr p-acp pno31. (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4512 Indeed, nothing is more contrary to faith than this; it speaketh a plain distrust in God: Indeed, nothing is more contrary to faith than this; it speaks a plain distrust in God: np1, pix vbz av-dc j-jn p-acp n1 cs d; pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp np1: (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4513 nothing is more improper and needless, supposing the truth of this Observation. nothing is more improper and needless, supposing the truth of this Observation. pix vbz av-dc j cc j, vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 467 Page 231
4514 4. The last thing to be done in such a case, is Prayer to God, to supply by his arm what is wanting in humane means. 4. The last thing to be done in such a case, is Prayer to God, to supply by his arm what is wanting in humane means. crd dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d dt n1, vbz n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vbz vvg p-acp j n2. (21) sermon (DIV3) 468 Page 231
4515 To this Asa, and Abijah, & all the servants of God in such distresses have had recourse. To this Asa, and Abijah, & all the Servants of God in such Distresses have had recourse. p-acp d np1, cc np1, cc d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vhb vhn n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 468 Page 231
4516 God will be found in a way of Prayer. God will be found in a Way of Prayer. np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (21) sermon (DIV3) 468 Page 231
4517 SERMON XVIII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XVIII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 468 Page 232
4518 I Am pointing you to some observable things in the motions of Divine Providence, though the way of God in it be in many things unsearchable, I Am pointing you to Some observable things in the motions of Divine Providence, though the Way of God in it be in many things unsearchable, pns11 vbm vvg pn22 p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31 vbb p-acp d n2 j, (22) sermon (DIV3) 469 Page 232
4519 and past finding out. Three Observations I have already made, justified them by plenty of instances, and passed finding out. Three Observations I have already made, justified them by plenty of instances, cc p-acp vvg av. crd n2 pns11 vhb av vvn, vvd pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 469 Page 232
4520 and endeavoured to give you some reasonable account of them, and suted some Application to them. and endeavoured to give you Some reasonable account of them, and suited Some Application to them. cc vvd pc-acp vvi pn22 d j n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvd d n1 p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV3) 469 Page 232
4522 Observ. 4. The Providence of God as to its works, relating to his Church and people, rarely as to circumstances answereth the expectations, Observation 4. The Providence of God as to its works, relating to his Church and people, rarely as to Circumstances Answers the Expectations, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp po31 n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, av-j c-acp p-acp n2 vvz dt n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 470 Page 232
4523 and confidences of the best of Gods people. I will open it in two things: and confidences of the best of God's people. I will open it in two things: cc n2 pp-f dt js pp-f ng1 n1. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp crd n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 470 Page 232
4524 1. God never faileth the grounded expectations of his people, as to any thing which he hath promised. 1. God never Faileth the grounded Expectations of his people, as to any thing which he hath promised. crd np1 av-x vvz dt j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4525 Psa. 9.18, The expectation of the poor shall not perish. Psa. 9.18, The expectation of the poor shall not perish. np1 crd, dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx vvi. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4526 Their expectation is upon God, and their Souls wait for God, Psalm 62.5, and their expectation and confidence in him shall not fail; Their expectation is upon God, and their Souls wait for God, Psalm 62.5, and their expectation and confidence in him shall not fail; po32 n1 vbz p-acp np1, cc po32 n2 vvi p-acp np1, n1 crd, cc po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 vmb xx vvi; (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4527 They that trust in him shall not be ashamed. It is made the portion of a wicked man, Prov. 11.7. Prov. 10.18, that his expectation shall perish; but the hope of the righteous shall be gladness. They that trust in him shall not be ashamed. It is made the portion of a wicked man, Curae 11.7. Curae 10.18, that his expectation shall perish; but the hope of the righteous shall be gladness. pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31 vmb xx vbi j. pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, np1 crd. np1 crd, cst po31 n1 vmb vvi; p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb vbi n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4528 The Wiseman saith, His expectation shall not be cut off, Prov. 23.18; The Wiseman Says, His expectation shall not be Cut off, Curae 23.18; dt n1 vvz, po31 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn a-acp, np1 crd; (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4529 The reason is plain, The expectation of good men is an expectation of faith, and the object of faith is the word of God; and heaven and earth shall pass away, The reason is plain, The expectation of good men is an expectation of faith, and the Object of faith is the word of God; and heaven and earth shall pass away, dt n1 vbz j, dt n1 pp-f j n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4530 before one tittle of Gods word, be it of promise, or precept, shall fail: Many promises as to the Jews, and as to Gospel-Churches are fulfilled; before one tittle of God's word, be it of promise, or precept, shall fail: Many promises as to the jews, and as to Gospel-churches Are fulfilled; p-acp crd n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vbb pn31 pp-f n1, cc n1, vmb vvi: d vvz c-acp p-acp dt np2, cc c-acp p-acp n2 vbr vvn; (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 232
4531 some are yet to be fulfilled: Antichrist is yet to be destroyed; Some Are yet to be fulfilled: Antichrist is yet to be destroyed; d vbr av pc-acp vbi vvn: np1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn; (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4532 The Jews (doubtless) are to be called in a more plentiful manner than they have yet been. The jews (doubtless) Are to be called in a more plentiful manner than they have yet been. dt np2 (av-j) vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cs pns32 vhb av vbn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4533 There are many Scriptures that seem to assure a more united, peaceable, glorious state of the Church. There Are many Scriptures that seem to assure a more united, peaceable, glorious state of the Church. pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vvb pc-acp vvi dt av-dc j-vvn, j, j n1 pp-f dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4534 Now these Promises, are matter of Gods peoples expectations; Now these Promises, Are matter of God's peoples Expectations; av d vvz, vbr n1 pp-f npg1 ng1 n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4535 and as to the things promised, the expectations of the poor people of God shall not perish for ever: and as to the things promised, the Expectations of the poor people of God shall not perish for ever: cc c-acp p-acp dt n2 vvd, dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp av: (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4536 the things shall certainly be accomplished. If their hopes, and expectations, and confidences might fail; the word of God, the truth of God might fail: but this cannot be. the things shall Certainly be accomplished. If their hope's, and Expectations, and confidences might fail; the word of God, the truth of God might fail: but this cannot be. dt n2 vmb av-j vbi vvn. cs po32 n2, cc n2, cc n2 vmd vvi; dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi: cc-acp d vmbx vbi. (22) sermon (DIV3) 471 Page 233
4537 2. But secondly, as to circumstances you shall observe, God rarely answereth the confidences and expectations of the best of men, unless they be part of the Promise. 2. But secondly, as to Circumstances you shall observe, God rarely Answers the confidences and Expectations of the best of men, unless they be part of the Promise. crd p-acp ord, c-acp p-acp n2 pn22 vmb vvi, np1 av-j vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt js pp-f n2, cs pns32 vbb n1 pp-f dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4538 By circumstances, I understand whatsoever is not essential to the thing promised. Particularly, 1. Time, when a thing is done. By Circumstances, I understand whatsoever is not essential to the thing promised. Particularly, 1. Time, when a thing is done. p-acp n2, pns11 vvb r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 vvd. av-jn, crd n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz vdn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4539 2. Place, where a thing is to be done. 2. Place, where a thing is to be done. crd n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vdn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4540 3. Particular persons, by whom, as Instruments, God will do his work. 4. Particular means, or actions, by which the things should be brought to pass. 3. Particular Persons, by whom, as Instruments, God will do his work. 4. Particular means, or actions, by which the things should be brought to pass. crd j n2, p-acp ro-crq, c-acp n2, np1 vmb vdi po31 n1. crd j n2, cc n2, p-acp r-crq dt n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4541 These and such like I call Circumstances, as to which Gods Providence often fails, not only the earnest desires and expectations, These and such like I call circumstances, as to which God's Providence often fails, not only the earnest Desires and Expectations, np1 cc d av-j pns11 vvb n2, a-acp p-acp r-crq ng1 n1 av vvz, xx av-j dt j n2 cc n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4542 but the highest perswasions and confidences of men; yea even of such as fear him. but the highest persuasions and confidences of men; yea even of such as Fear him. cc-acp dt js n2 cc n2 pp-f n2; uh av pp-f d c-acp vvb pno31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 472 Page 233
4543 1. As to persons. Who, if he had not exactly considered the Promise, subjoined to what God had said, they should four hundred years be servants to the Egyptians, (and it was not like Joseph should indeed live so long); 1. As to Persons. Who, if he had not exactly considered the Promise, subjoined to what God had said, they should four hundred Years be Servants to the egyptians, (and it was not like Joseph should indeed live so long); crd p-acp p-acp n2. r-crq, cs pns31 vhd xx av-j vvn dt n1, vvn p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn, pns32 vmd crd crd n2 vbb n2 p-acp dt njp2, (cc pn31 vbds xx av-j np1 vmd av vvi av av-j); (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4544 but I say, if he had not considered that, but only received a notion of the delivery of Israel out of Egypt, would not have thought Joseph should have been the man who should have given conduct to that motion? Who would have expected it from Moses, a poor Hebrew child, exposed to the next tide in a thin Ark of Bulrushes? yet by Moses, Providence did the work. but I say, if he had not considered that, but only received a notion of the delivery of Israel out of Egypt, would not have Thought Joseph should have been the man who should have given conduct to that motion? Who would have expected it from Moses, a poor Hebrew child, exposed to the next tide in a thin Ark of Bulrushes? yet by Moses, Providence did the work. cc-acp pns11 vvb, cs pns31 vhd xx vvn cst, cc-acp av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1, vmd xx vhi vvn np1 vmd vhi vbn dt n1 r-crq vmd vhi vvn n1 p-acp d n1? q-crq vmd vhi vvn pn31 p-acp np1, dt j njp n1, vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2? av p-acp np1, n1 vdd dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4545 When Moses had done that work, and given them forty years conduct in the Wilderness, and was grown an experienced Commander; When Moses had done that work, and given them forty Years conduct in the Wilderness, and was grown an experienced Commander; c-crq np1 vhd vdn d n1, cc vvn pno32 crd n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vbds vvn dt j-vvn n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4546 who would not have thought, and expected that he should have led them over Jordan, and given them possession of the promised Land? But Moses must die, who would not have Thought, and expected that he should have led them over Jordan, and given them possession of the promised Land? But Moses must die, r-crq vmd xx vhi vvn, cc vvd cst pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvn pno32 n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1? p-acp np1 vmb vvi, (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4547 and his servant Joshua must do it. and his servant joshua must do it. cc po31 n1 np1 vmb vdi pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4548 In the captivity of Babylon, the believing Jews doubtless had great expectation of a deliverance, according to the Promises so often repeated by the Prophet: In the captivity of Babylon, the believing jews doubtless had great expectation of a deliverance, according to the Promises so often repeated by the Prophet: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt vvg np2 av-j vhd j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg p-acp dt vvz av av vvn p-acp dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 233
4549 and unquestionably they had their expectations upon this, and that person, probable to have done it; and unquestionably they had their Expectations upon this, and that person, probable to have done it; cc av-j pns32 vhd po32 n2 p-acp d, cc d n1, j pc-acp vhi vdn pn31; (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4550 but who could have dreamed that Cyrus should be the man? The Army of Israel under Saul, might reasonably have expected that some or other of the great Soldiers, which were at that time doubtless in the Army of the Israelites, should have encountred Goliah; Who could have thought of a Shepherd's coming and doing of it, with a sling and a stone? There is a Promise under the New Testament for the bringing down of Antichrist, the ruin of Babylon: how often have mens expectations been upon this, but who could have dreamed that Cyrus should be the man? The Army of Israel under Saul, might reasonably have expected that Some or other of the great Soldiers, which were At that time doubtless in the Army of the Israelites, should have encountered Goliath; Who could have Thought of a Shepherd's coming and doing of it, with a sling and a stone? There is a Promise under the New Testament for the bringing down of Antichrist, the ruin of Babylon: how often have men's Expectations been upon this, cc-acp r-crq vmd vhi vvn d np1 vmd vbi dt n1? dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, vmd av-j vhi vvn cst d cc n-jn pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vbdr p-acp d n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, vmd vhi vvn np1; r-crq vmd vhi vvn pp-f dt ng1 n-vvg cc vdg pp-f pn31, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1? pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1: uh-crq av vhb ng2 n2 vbi p-acp d, (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4551 or that, or the other Prince to have done it? and to what strange confidences have some, or that, or the other Prince to have done it? and to what strange confidences have Some, cc cst, cc dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vhi vdn pn31? cc p-acp r-crq j n2 vhb d, (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4552 even good people grown? that this, or that person should be the man, should pull Antichrist out of his Seat: even good people grown? that this, or that person should be the man, should pull Antichrist out of his Seat: av j n1 vvn? cst d, cc d n1 vmd vbi dt n1, vmd vvi np1 av pp-f po31 n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4553 we see hither to God hath failed all their expectations; the person appears not that shall do that great work; we see hither to God hath failed all their Expectations; the person appears not that shall do that great work; pns12 vvb av p-acp np1 vhz vvn d po32 n2; dt n1 vvz xx d vmb vdi d j n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4554 and when he shall appear, it is likely that it shall be one never talk'd of, never thought of. and when he shall appear, it is likely that it shall be one never talked of, never Thought of. cc c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz j cst pn31 vmb vbi pi av vvn pp-f, av-x vvd pp-f. (22) sermon (DIV3) 473 Page 234
4555 Secondly, As to Time: We have a strange curiosity to know the times and seasons, which is not for us to know, Secondly, As to Time: We have a strange curiosity to know the times and seasons, which is not for us to know, ord, a-acp p-acp n1: pns12 vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz xx p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4556 but are reserved only to God. but Are reserved only to God. cc-acp vbr vvn av-j p-acp np1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4557 Tell us (say the Disciples) when shall these things be, and what shall be the sign of thy coming, Tell us (say the Disciples) when shall these things be, and what shall be the Signen of thy coming, vvb pno12 (vvb dt n2) c-crq vmb d n2 vbb, cc q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n-vvg, (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4558 and of the end of the World, Matth. 24.3? Acts 1.6, Wilt thou at this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? There are three great Promises, and of the end of the World, Matthew 24.3? Acts 1.6, Wilt thou At this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? There Are three great Promises, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd? np1 crd, vm2 pns21 p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? pc-acp vbr crd j vvz, (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4559 or four, concerning the Churches of God, the fulfilling of which we yet expect, 1. That for the destruction of Antichrist, 1 Thess. 2.7, 8. 2. For the full conversion of the Jews, Rom. 11.26, (to speak nothing of many other Texts which look that way). 3. Christs second coming, of which you know the Scripture speaketh plentifully. 4. A more calm, and flourishing, or four, Concerning the Churches of God, the fulfilling of which we yet expect, 1. That for the destruction of Antichrist, 1 Thess 2.7, 8. 2. For the full conversion of the jews, Rom. 11.26, (to speak nothing of many other Texts which look that Way). 3. Christ second coming, of which you know the Scripture speaks plentifully. 4. A more Cam, and flourishing, cc crd, vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, dt j-vvg pp-f r-crq pns12 av vvb, crd cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd, crd crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd, (pc-acp vvi pix pp-f d j-jn n2 r-crq vvb d n1). crd npg1 ord vvg, pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 vvz av-j. crd dt av-dc j-jn, cc j-vvg, (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4560 and peaceable state of the Church; which many Scriptures also seem to look toward: and peaceable state of the Church; which many Scriptures also seem to look towards: cc j n1 pp-f dt n1; r-crq d n2 av vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp: (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4561 whether for a thousand years precisely, under the conduct of Christs coming personally, or no, hath, you know, been much disputed: whither for a thousand Years precisely, under the conduct of Christ coming personally, or no, hath, you know, been much disputed: cs p-acp dt crd n2 av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg av-j, cc uh-dx, vhz, pn22 vvb, vbn d vvn: (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4562 but the generality of the most inquisitive Divines into the will of God, do think there shall be a more peaceable and calm state of the Church of God. but the generality of the most inquisitive Divines into the will of God, do think there shall be a more peaceable and Cam state of the Church of God. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vdb vvi a-acp vmb vbi dt av-dc j cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4563 Now it is strange to observe the curiosity of many in searching out the precise time when these things, Now it is strange to observe the curiosity of many in searching out the precise time when these things, av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d p-acp vvg av dt j n1 c-crq d n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4564 or some of them, should begin, or be. Some have fixed this year; some another. or Some of them, should begin, or be. some have fixed this year; Some Another. cc d pp-f pno32, vmd vvi, cc vbi. d vhb vvn d n1; d j-jn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4565 How many agreed in the year 1666, is known to those any thing acquainted with books: How many agreed in the year 1666, is known to those any thing acquainted with books: c-crq d vvd p-acp dt n1 crd, vbz vvn p-acp d d n1 vvn p-acp n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4566 we see the Providence of God hath hitherto failed all mens conjectures; and still it holds, that of these days and hours knoweth no man; we see the Providence of God hath hitherto failed all men's Conjectures; and still it holds, that of these days and hours Knoweth no man; pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vvn d ng2 n2; cc av pn31 vvz, cst pp-f d n2 cc n2 vvz dx n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4567 the best Prophets have proved but vain guessers. I might give you a-like instances as to Places and Means: the best prophets have proved but vain guessers. I might give you alike instances as to Places and Means: dt js n2 vhb vvn p-acp j n2. pns11 vmd vvi pn22 j n2 c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 474 Page 234
4568 but you will generally observe it, That the Providence of God rarely, as to circumstances, suteth any of our fancies. but you will generally observe it, That the Providence of God rarely, as to Circumstances, suits any of our fancies. cc-acp pn22 vmb av-j vvi pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, c-acp p-acp n2, vvz d pp-f po12 n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4569 And the same thing we shall observe as to particular cases of Christians, who are ready to think, that if ever, by such an instrument at such a time, And the same thing we shall observe as to particular cases of Christians, who Are ready to think, that if ever, by such an Instrument At such a time, cc dt d n1 pns12 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi, cst cs av, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4570 or by such a means, they must, or shall obtain their desired mercy. or by such a means, they must, or shall obtain their desired mercy. cc p-acp d dt n2, pns32 vmb, cc vmb vvi po32 j-vvn n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4571 They obtain it probably, but by quite other means, and at other times, and by other instruments than they fancied, They obtain it probably, but by quite other means, and At other times, and by other Instruments than they fancied, pns32 vvb pn31 av-j, cc-acp p-acp av j-jn n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp j-jn n2 cs pns32 vvd, (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4572 and such perhaps as they never thought of; the thing is plain, and evidenced from a daily experience: and such perhaps as they never Thought of; the thing is plain, and evidenced from a daily experience: cc d av c-acp pns32 av-x vvd pp-f; dt n1 vbz j, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4573 let us a little enquire into the Reason of it. let us a little inquire into the Reason of it. vvb pno12 dt j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4574 Hath God a pleasure in frustrating the expectations of his people? or exposing them to the worlds censures, Hath God a pleasure in frustrating the Expectations of his people? or exposing them to the world's censures, vhz np1 dt n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt ng1 n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4575 as persons pretending to more acquaintance than they indeed have with the Counsels of God? Surely no: as Persons pretending to more acquaintance than they indeed have with the Counsels of God? Surely not: c-acp n2 vvg p-acp dc n1 cs pns32 av vhb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? np1 xx: (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4576 But God by this method of his Provdience does two things: 1. He punisheth the rashness and vanity of his peoples spirits. But God by this method of his Provdience does two things: 1. He Punisheth the rashness and vanity of his peoples spirits. cc-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1 vdz crd n2: crd pns31 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4577 2. He more consulteth the glory of his own name. 1. He by this means chastiseth the vanity and rashness of his people: 2. He more consulteth the glory of his own name. 1. He by this means Chastiseth the vanity and rashness of his people: crd pns31 av-dc vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. crd pns31 p-acp d n2 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 475 Page 235
4578 there is a great deal of vanity in peoples spirits in this particular. Let me shew you the great evil of this in some few particulars. there is a great deal of vanity in peoples spirits in this particular. Let me show you the great evil of this in Some few particulars. a-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng1 n2 p-acp d j. vvb pno11 vvi pn22 dt j n-jn pp-f d p-acp d d n2-j. (22) sermon (DIV3) 476 Page 235
4579 1. There is in it an unwarrantable curiosity. 1. There is in it an unwarrantable curiosity. crd pc-acp vbz p-acp pn31 dt j n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4580 Job tells us, chap. 11.12, That vain man would be wise, though he be like a wild asses colt. Job tells us, chap. 11.12, That vain man would be wise, though he be like a wild asses colt. np1 vvz pno12, n1 crd, cst j n1 vmd vbi j, cs pns31 vbb av-j dt j ng1 n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4581 We have a great itch after knowledg of things, which God hath hidden from us. We have a great itch After knowledge of things, which God hath hidden from us. pns12 vhb dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4582 Now this is a great Errour, and you shall observe it continually checked by our Saviour, Now this is a great Error, and you shall observe it continually checked by our Saviour, av d vbz dt j n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4583 when any thing of it discovered it self even in his best Disciples: when any thing of it discovered it self even in his best Disciples: c-crq d n1 pp-f pn31 vvd pn31 n1 av p-acp po31 js n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4584 when they said to him, Wilt thou at this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? He saith unto them, It is not for you to know the times and seasons, Acts 1.6, 7. When Peter saith to him, John 21.21, 22, Lord, what shall this man do? Mark our Saviours answer; when they said to him, Wilt thou At this time restore the Kingdom to Israel? He Says unto them, It is not for you to know the times and seasons, Acts 1.6, 7. When Peter Says to him, John 21.21, 22, Lord, what shall this man do? Mark our Saviors answer; c-crq pns32 vvd p-acp pno31, vm2 pns21 p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1? pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2, n2 crd, crd c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, np1 crd, crd, n1, r-crq vmb d n1 vdb? vvb po12 ng1 n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4585 If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. If I will that he tarry till I come, what is that to thee? follow thou me. cs pns11 vmb cst pns31 vvb c-acp pns11 vvb, q-crq vbz d p-acp pno21? vvb pns21 pno11. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4586 When the Disciples asked him, Matth. 24.3, Tell us, when shall these things be, and what shall be the sign of thy coming, When the Disciples asked him, Matthew 24.3, Tell us, when shall these things be, and what shall be the Signen of thy coming, c-crq dt n2 vvd pno31, np1 crd, vvb pno12, c-crq vmb d n2 vbb, cc q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n-vvg, (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4587 and of the end of the world? Jesus answereth and saith unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. and of the end of the world? jesus Answers and Says unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1? np1 vvz cc vvz p-acp pno32, vvb n1 cst dx n1 vvi pn22. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4588 God of old had an Ark into which none might look. There are secrets of his Will, which are as yet the Ark of God: God of old had an Ark into which none might look. There Are secrets of his Will, which Are as yet the Ark of God: np1 pp-f n1 vhd dt n1 p-acp r-crq pix vmd vvi. pc-acp vbr n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vbr a-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4589 we would fain be looking into this Ark, there's our vanity. we would fain be looking into this Ark, there's our vanity. pns12 vmd av-j vbi vvg p-acp d n1, pc-acp|vbz po12 n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4590 God chastens us in it with disappointments, that we may learn, not to pry into Gods secrets; God chastens us in it with disappointments, that we may Learn, not to pry into God's secrets; np1 vvz pno12 p-acp pn31 p-acp n2, cst pns12 vmb vvi, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp ng1 n2-jn; (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 235
4591 things which we cannot see, because God hath hidden them; things which we cannot see, Because God hath hidden them; n2 r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32; (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 236
4592 the things are sure, the vision is certain, and there is an appointed time, but that appointed time is not published. the things Are sure, the vision is certain, and there is an appointed time, but that appointed time is not published. dt n2 vbr j, dt n1 vbz j, cc pc-acp vbz dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp cst j-vvn n1 vbz xx vvn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 477 Page 236
4593 2. There is as to these things an ungrounded confidence, which God also chastiseth by these disappointments: 2. There is as to these things an ungrounded confidence, which God also Chastiseth by these disappointments: crd pc-acp vbz a-acp p-acp d n2 dt j n1, r-crq np1 av vvz p-acp d n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4594 There is nothing more worthy of a Christian, than a believing God upon his word, and a relying upon him for the fulfilling of it. There is nothing more worthy of a Christian, than a believing God upon his word, and a relying upon him for the fulfilling of it. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j pp-f dt njp, cs dt j-vvg np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4595 There is nothing more idle, nothing more unworthy of him, than to be confident, where he hath no word to set his foot upon. There is nothing more idle, nothing more unworthy of him, than to be confident, where he hath no word to Set his foot upon. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j, pix av-dc j pp-f pno31, cs pc-acp vbi j, c-crq pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4596 Now such a confidence as this, is the confidence of people as to circumstances. Now such a confidence as this, is the confidence of people as to Circumstances. av d dt n1 c-acp d, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4597 It is true, as to the Jews deliverance out of Egypt, and out of Babylon, the promise did not only extend to the thing, but to the time: It is true, as to the jews deliverance out of Egypt, and out of Babylon, the promise did not only extend to the thing, but to the time: pn31 vbz j, c-acp p-acp dt np2 n1 av pp-f np1, cc av pp-f np1, dt n1 vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4600 But it is not so as to the promises which we live in expectation of the fulfilling of, as to the Church: But it is not so as to the promises which we live in expectation of the fulfilling of, as to the Church: p-acp pn31 vbz xx av c-acp p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f, c-acp p-acp dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4601 God hath no-where revealed the year for the ruin of Antichrist, nor for the calling of the Jews; God hath nowhere revealed the year for the ruin of Antichrist, nor for the calling of the jews; np1 vhz j vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt np2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4602 nor when the halcion-days of the Church shall begin, or when Christ shall come to the last judgment. nor when the halcion-days of the Church shall begin, or when christ shall come to the last judgement. ccx c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, cc c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4603 If people will expect any of these things shall begin, or be at such a time, in such a year, by such persons, their Confidences are without ground or bottom, their pretended faith but a rude and bold presumption, a rush growing up without any mire, If people will expect any of these things shall begin, or be At such a time, in such a year, by such Persons, their Confidences Are without ground or bottom, their pretended faith but a rude and bold presumption, a rush growing up without any mire, cs n1 vmb vvi d pp-f d n2 vmb vvi, cc vbb p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n2, po32 n2 vbr p-acp n1 cc n1, po32 j-vvn n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp d n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4604 and a flag growing up without water; and it is but reasonable, that God should chastise these vain Confidences. and a flag growing up without water; and it is but reasonable, that God should chastise these vain Confidences. cc dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp n1; cc pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst np1 vmd vvi d j n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 478 Page 236
4605 3. There is in these things a sinful limitation of God. 3. There is in these things a sinful limitation of God. crd pc-acp vbz p-acp d n2 dt j n1 pp-f np1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4606 It is laid to the charge of the Israelites, That they limited the Holy One of Israel, Psal. 78.41. It is laid to the charge of the Israelites, That they limited the Holy One of Israel, Psalm 78.41. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cst pns32 vvn dt j pi pp-f np1, np1 crd. (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4607 When men tye up God to their circumstances in the fulfilling of his promises, or his threatnings, they limit God. When men tie up God to their Circumstances in the fulfilling of his promises, or his threatenings, they limit God. c-crq n2 vvb a-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n2, cc po31 n2-vvg, pns32 vvb np1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4608 Now this is a great sin, God is a free and a powerful Agent, he works by means, or without means; Now this is a great since, God is a free and a powerful Agent, he works by means, or without means; av d vbz dt j n1, np1 vbz dt j cc dt j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4609 sometimes by means that seem probable, sometimes by such as have no appearance of probability to produce the effect: sometime by means that seem probable, sometime by such as have no appearance of probability to produce the Effect: av p-acp n2 cst vvb j, av p-acp d c-acp vhb dx n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4610 he can work how, and when, and by whom he pleaseth: he can work how, and when, and by whom he Pleases: pns31 vmb vvi c-crq, cc c-crq, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz: (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4611 he that fixeth God to his circumstances, secretly saith, It must be thus, or no way; he that fixeth God to his Circumstances, secretly Says, It must be thus, or no Way; pns31 cst vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2, av-jn vvz, pn31 vmb vbi av, cc dx n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4612 by this means, and by no other, now or never. by this means, and by no other, now or never. p-acp d n2, cc p-acp dx j-jn, av cc av-x. (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4613 What ground else is there for the expectation or confidence, if God hath no where revealed his Will as to particular circumstances, only as to the accomplishment of the thing in general? God will have us know we are not to limit him. What ground Else is there for the expectation or confidence, if God hath no where revealed his Will as to particular Circumstances, only as to the accomplishment of the thing in general? God will have us know we Are not to limit him. q-crq n1 av vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cs np1 vhz dx n1 vvd po31 n1 c-acp p-acp j n2, av-j c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1? np1 vmb vhi pno12 vvi pns12 vbr xx pc-acp vvi pno31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 479 Page 236
4614 4. Such expectations and confidences are usually but introductions to a greater unbelief. God hath promised the things in the plain letter of Scripture: the Vision is sure; 4. Such Expectations and confidences Are usually but introductions to a greater unbelief. God hath promised the things in the plain Letter of Scripture: the Vision is sure; crd d n2 cc n2 vbr av-j p-acp n2 p-acp dt jc n1. np1 vhz vvn dt n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: dt n1 vbz j; (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4615 vain man would be wise, and search out when these things shall be, and where accomplished, vain man would be wise, and search out when these things shall be, and where accomplished, j n1 vmd vbi j, cc vvi av c-crq d n2 vmb vbi, cc c-crq vvn, (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4616 and by what instruments and means; and by what Instruments and means; cc p-acp r-crq n2 cc n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4617 at length he fixeth his eye upon some instruments at work in the world, or some means which he fancieth probable to bring these words into a Being. At length he fixeth his eye upon Some Instruments At work in the world, or Some means which he fancieth probable to bring these words into a Being. p-acp n1 pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt vbg. (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4618 Upon these he raiseth up to himself high expectations, and groweth very confident, that in such a year the thing will be; Upon these he Raiseth up to himself high Expectations, and grows very confident, that in such a year the thing will be; p-acp d pns31 vvz a-acp p-acp px31 j n2, cc vvz av j, cst p-acp d dt n1 dt n1 vmb vbi; (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4619 and such a person shall be Gods Instrument, and by such means he will effect it: It proveth no such thing. and such a person shall be God's Instrument, and by such means he will Effect it: It Proves no such thing. cc d dt n1 vmb vbi npg1 n1, cc p-acp d n2 pns31 vmb vvi pn31: pn31 vvz dx d n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4620 What a temptation this often proves to men, to believe nothing of the thing; What a temptation this often Proves to men, to believe nothing of the thing; q-crq dt n1 d av vvz p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pix pp-f dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4621 but because they have deceived themselves in expectations and confidences, for which they have no ground, to think also that God hath deceived them, but Because they have deceived themselves in Expectations and confidences, for which they have no ground, to think also that God hath deceived them, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vhb vvn px32 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb dx n1, pc-acp vvi av cst np1 vhz vvn pno32, (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4622 and there shall no such thing at all be as he hath promised? and there shall no such thing At all be as he hath promised? cc pc-acp vmb dx d n1 p-acp d vbb c-acp pns31 vhz vvn? (22) sermon (DIV3) 480 Page 237
4623 5. And lastly, These expectations and confidences prove oftentimes very great temptations to the use of unlawful means, in order to the bringing about of what we would have, 5. And lastly, These Expectations and confidences prove oftentimes very great temptations to the use of unlawful means, in order to the bringing about of what we would have, crd cc ord, d n2 cc n2 vvb av av j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f r-crq pns12 vmd vhi, (22) sermon (DIV3) 481 Page 237
4624 and know God will bring to pass; and do but fancy that he will do it at such, or such a time, and know God will bring to pass; and do but fancy that he will do it At such, or such a time, cc vvb np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; cc vdb cc-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d, cc d dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 481 Page 237
4625 or by such and such instruments. The story of the Anabaptists in Germany is a dreadful story to this purpose; or by such and such Instruments. The story of the Anabaptists in Germany is a dreadful story to this purpose; cc p-acp d cc d n2. dt n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 481 Page 237
4626 There is a world of evil in these vain confidences and expectations, and consequent to them, which God sometimes punisheth in a more smart and severe manner, There is a world of evil in these vain confidences and Expectations, and consequent to them, which God sometime Punisheth in a more smart and severe manner, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp d j n2 cc n2, cc j p-acp pno32, r-crq np1 av vvz p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 481 Page 237
4627 as he did to those Rusticks, that so much disturbed the Civil peace in Germany; but generally punisheth by disappointments, to bring us to a regular trust and confidence in him, where we have a plain and sure word to fix our foot upon. as he did to those Rustics, that so much disturbed the Civil peace in Germany; but generally Punisheth by disappointments, to bring us to a regular trust and confidence in him, where we have a plain and sure word to fix our foot upon. c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp d n2-jn, cst av av-d vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1; p-acp av-j vvz p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, c-crq pns12 vhb dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n1 p-acp. (22) sermon (DIV3) 481 Page 237
4628 Thus I have shewed you the reasonableness of these cross motions of Divine Providence, in point of Divine Justice; Thus I have showed you the reasonableness of these cross motions of Divine Providence, in point of Divine justice; av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 482 Page 237
4629 that God might punish peoples sinnings in them, and caution others against the like guilt. that God might Punish peoples sinnings in them, and caution Others against the like guilt. cst np1 vmd vvi ng1 n2 p-acp pno32, cc n1 n2-jn p-acp dt j n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 482 Page 237
4630 2. Let me (in the second place) shew you the reasonableness of it in order to the glory of God; which I have often told you is the great end which God aims at in all his great Works, 2. Let me (in the second place) show you the reasonableness of it in order to the glory of God; which I have often told you is the great end which God aims At in all his great Works, crd vvb pno11 (p-acp dt ord n1) vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp d po31 j vvz, (22) sermon (DIV3) 483 Page 237
4631 whether of Creation, or of Providence. whither of Creation, or of Providence. cs pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 483 Page 237
4632 1. The work is more eminently seen to be the Lords, although he in effecting it, maketh use of instruments and humane means. 1. The work is more eminently seen to be the lords, although he in effecting it, makes use of Instruments and humane means. crd dt n1 vbz av-dc av-j vvn pc-acp vbi dt n2, cs pns31 p-acp vvg pn31, vvz n1 pp-f n2 cc j n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 237
4633 God doth not always, yea, he doth not ordinarily work miraculously, but maketh use of rational means, God does not always, yea, he does not ordinarily work miraculously, but makes use of rational means, np1 vdz xx av, uh, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi av-j, p-acp vvz n1 pp-f j n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4634 and worketh in, with, and by them. and works in, with, and by them. cc vvz p-acp, p-acp, cc p-acp pno32. (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4635 Now if God in these workings should make use of means, and instruments, and circumstances, which our fancies prescribe unto him; Now if God in these workings should make use of means, and Instruments, and Circumstances, which our fancies prescribe unto him; av cs np1 p-acp d n2 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc n2, r-crq po12 n2 vvb p-acp pno31; (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4636 we should be apt to overlook the mighty Power and Efficiency of God in the means; we should be apt to overlook the mighty Power and Efficiency of God in the means; pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4637 for the more we have a prospect of an event in the second Causes before it comes, the less we see of the first Cause in it. for the more we have a prospect of an event in the second Causes before it comes, the less we see of the First Cause in it. p-acp dt av-dc pns12 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt ord n2 p-acp pn31 vvz, dt av-dc pns12 vvb pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4638 But when we see our selves disappointed in all our expectations, as to time, persons, means, circumstances, But when we see our selves disappointed in all our Expectations, as to time, Persons, means, Circumstances, p-acp c-crq pns12 vvb po12 n2 vvn p-acp d po12 n2, c-acp p-acp n1, n2, n2, n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4639 and the thing brought about by persons we thought not of, at a time we looked not for it, by means not at all in our eyes as probable to effect it; and the thing brought about by Persons we Thought not of, At a time we looked not for it, by means not At all in our eyes as probable to Effect it; cc dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp n2 pns12 vvd xx pp-f, p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvd xx c-acp pn31, p-acp n2 xx p-acp d p-acp po12 n2 p-acp j pc-acp vvi pn31; (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4640 the more is the hand and power of God seen in the effect, while we cry out, This is the Lords doing, the more is the hand and power of God seen in the Effect, while we cry out, This is the lords doing, dt dc vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vvb av, d vbz dt n2 vdg, (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4641 and it is marvelous in our eyes. 2. Again, God hath more Glory from the Prayers, Humiliations, and Praises of his people. and it is marvelous in our eyes. 2. Again, God hath more Glory from the Prayers, Humiliations, and Praises of his people. cc pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 n2. crd av, np1 vhz dc n1 p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 484 Page 238
4642 By these things God is glorified, as his Will is done, as his Power is recognized. By these things God is glorified, as his Will is done, as his Power is recognized. p-acp d n2 np1 vbz vvn, c-acp po31 n1 vbz vdn, c-acp po31 n1 vbz vvd. (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4643 Disappointments produce more extraordinary Prayers and Humiliations: when we meet with them, we see the folly of our rashness, ungrounded confidences; Disappointments produce more extraordinary Prayers and Humiliations: when we meet with them, we see the folly of our rashness, ungrounded confidences; n2 vvb av-dc j n2 cc n2: c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno32, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, j n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4644 and see reason to lye low before the Lord, with more fervent Prayers to God, to take his work into his own hand, and see reason to lie low before the Lord, with more fervent Prayers to God, to take his work into his own hand, cc vvb n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, p-acp av-dc j n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4645 and having manifested to us our follies, now to declare his own wisdom, that having broken our arms of flesh, he would now make bare his own holy arm; and having manifested to us our follies, now to declare his own Wisdom, that having broken our arms of Flesh, he would now make bore his own holy arm; cc vhg vvn p-acp pno12 po12 n2, av pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cst vhg vvn po12 n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd av vvi j po31 d j n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4646 and the fulfilling of his word at last by means and circumstances not known to us, produce praises, adorings, and the fulfilling of his word At last by means and Circumstances not known to us, produce praises, adorings, cc dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp ord p-acp n2 cc n2 xx vvn p-acp pno12, vvb n2, n2-vvg, (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4647 and admirings of his infinite wisdom, and further confidences in God for the time to come; and admirings of his infinite Wisdom, and further confidences in God for the time to come; cc n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cc jc n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4648 when we see arms of flesh broken, and find our bruised reeds and broken staffs but running into our hands, when we see arms of Flesh broken, and find our Bruised reeds and broken staffs but running into our hands, c-crq pns12 vvb n2 pp-f n1 vvn, cc vvb po12 j-vvn n2 cc j-vvn n2 p-acp vvg p-acp po12 n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4649 and wounding us, instead of helping us. and wounding us, instead of helping us. cc vvg pno12, av pp-f vvg pno12. (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4650 I have done with the Doctrinal part of this Observation, I come now to the Application of it. I have done with the Doctrinal part of this Observation, I come now to the Application of it. pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 485 Page 238
4651 Ʋse 1. The first Use may be, Not to wonder at disappointments of this nature, and to take heed they be no temptations to us. Ʋse 1. The First Use may be, Not to wonder At disappointments of this nature, and to take heed they be no temptations to us. j crd dt ord n1 vmb vbi, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pns32 vbb dx n2 p-acp pno12. (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 238
4652 Here are you see two branches: 1. Not to wonder at them. There is nothing more ordinary; Here Are you see two branches: 1. Not to wonder At them. There is nothing more ordinary; av vbr pn22 vvb crd n2: crd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j; (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 238
4653 it is not often that a Church, or body of people, or a particular soul, or person, obtaineth any great mercy or deliverance in the way they looked for it, it is not often that a Church, or body of people, or a particular soul, or person, obtaineth any great mercy or deliverance in the Way they looked for it, pn31 vbz xx av cst dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1, cc n1, vvz d j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp pn31, (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 238
4654 or at that moment of time they expected it in. God delights to surprize his peoples hearts with joy and gladness: or At that moment of time they expected it in. God delights to surprise his peoples hearts with joy and gladness: cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pns32 vvd pn31 p-acp. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 238
4655 we are sick, and we are ready to think such a person, and by such a means, must heal us: we Are sick, and we Are ready to think such a person, and by such a means, must heal us: pns12 vbr j, cc pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n2, vmb vvi pno12: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4656 the cure comes quite another way. Naaman thought the Prophet would have come, and laid his hand upon his leprous body: the cure comes quite Another Way. Naaman Thought the Prophet would have come, and laid his hand upon his leprous body: dt n1 vvz av j-jn n1. np1 vvd dt n1 vmd vhi vvn, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4657 the Prophet bids him go and wash in the waters of Jordan. We are in terrors, in troubles of mind, &c. and we are ready to think, such, the Prophet bids him go and wash in the waters of Jordan. We Are in terrors, in Troubles of mind, etc. and we Are ready to think, such, dt n1 vvz pno31 vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. pns12 vbr p-acp n2, p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av cc pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, d, (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4658 or such a Minister must speak to us, and then we shall be relieved; he cometh, and applieth what help he can; or such a Minister must speak to us, and then we shall be relieved; he comes, and Applieth what help he can; cc d dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, cc av pns12 vmb vbi vvn; pns31 vvz, cc vvz r-crq n1 pns31 vmb; (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4659 we are yet disquieted, and find no relief at all; the mercy comes at last quite another way: we Are yet disquieted, and find no relief At all; the mercy comes At last quite Another Way: pns12 vbr av vvn, cc vvb dx n1 p-acp d; dt n1 vvz p-acp ord av j-jn n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4660 Mercy comes to Gods People, as Judgment (ordinarily) comes upon sinners, in a way, Mercy comes to God's People, as Judgement (ordinarily) comes upon Sinners, in a Way, n1 vvz p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp n1 (av-j) vvz p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4661 and upon a day they looked not for it: when with Agag they say, Surely the bitterness of death is past: and upon a day they looked not for it: when with Agag they say, Surely the bitterness of death is past: cc p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvd xx c-acp pn31: c-crq p-acp np1 pns32 vvb, av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4662 I say, so mercies ordinarily come to Gods People, in an unlooked-for time, in a way, I say, so Mercies ordinarily come to God's People, in an unlooked-for time, in a Way, pns11 vvb, av n2 av-jn vvn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4663 and by persons they looked not for it by. 2. Let not such disappointments be temptations to you: and by Persons they looked not for it by. 2. Let not such disappointments be temptations to you: cc p-acp n2 pns32 vvd xx c-acp pn31 p-acp. crd vvb xx d n2 vbb n2 p-acp pn22: (22) sermon (DIV3) 486 Page 239
4664 Let them not be temptations to make you distrust the promises, or to use any unlawful and indirect means to obtain your desires. Let them not be temptations to make you distrust the promises, or to use any unlawful and indirect means to obtain your Desires. vvb pno32 xx vbi n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 487 Page 239
4665 It is not God that hath deceived you: you have but deceived your selves: God hath made you certain promises of the things; It is not God that hath deceived you: you have but deceived your selves: God hath made you certain promises of the things; pn31 vbz xx np1 cst vhz vvn pn22: pn22 vhb p-acp vvn po22 n2: np1 vhz vvn pn22 j n2 pp-f dt n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 487 Page 239
4666 you will limit him to do it by such a time, by such means, by such persons and instruments: you will limit him to do it by such a time, by such means, by such Persons and Instruments: pn22 vmb vvi pno31 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d n2, p-acp d n2 cc n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 487 Page 239
4667 The promises express no such things, but have left God to his liberty. You have no reason to distrust Gods word, because you have disappointed your selves. The promises express no such things, but have left God to his liberty. You have no reason to distrust God's word, Because you have disappointed your selves. dt n2 vvb dx d n2, cc-acp vhb vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1. pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 487 Page 239
4668 Ʋse 2. Let us make this use of the Observation, To embrace the promises, and to depend upon God for the fulfilling of them, without limiting him as to circumstances. Ʋse 2. Let us make this use of the Observation, To embrace the promises, and to depend upon God for the fulfilling of them, without limiting him as to Circumstances. j crd vvb pno12 vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pno32, p-acp vvg pno31 a-acp p-acp n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4669 Let us do this as to those great promises which are behind to be fulfilled: Let us do this as to those great promises which Are behind to be fulfilled: vvb pno12 vdi d c-acp p-acp d j n2 r-crq vbr a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn: (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4670 as to the destruction of Antichrist, the calling of the Jews, the second coming of Christ, the more happy and calm state of the Church, &c. The Scripture seems clear as to the things, that they shall be; as to the destruction of Antichrist, the calling of the jews, the second coming of christ, the more happy and Cam state of the Church, etc. The Scripture seems clear as to the things, that they shall be; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt np2, dt ord n-vvg pp-f np1, dt av-dc j cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 vvz j c-acp p-acp dt n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4671 but it is far from being clear, that it shall be in such a year, or by such a mean or instrument; but it is Far from being clear, that it shall be in such a year, or by such a mean or Instrument; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j p-acp vbg j, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt j cc n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4672 there is nothing particular of this nature for a good Christian to set the foot of his faith upon. there is nothing particular of this nature for a good Christian to Set the foot of his faith upon. pc-acp vbz pix j pp-f d n1 p-acp dt j np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp. (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4673 I have shewed you, there is a great vanity of Christians in these things. I have showed you, there is a great vanity of Christians in these things. pns11 vhb vvn pn22, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4674 I know Christians have a very great curiosity to search dark Prophecies, to find out the particular circumstances for these things: I cannot commend their diligence; I know Christians have a very great curiosity to search dark Prophecies, to find out the particular Circumstances for these things: I cannot commend their diligence; pns11 vvb np1 vhi dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi av dt j n2 p-acp d n2: pns11 vmbx vvi po32 n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4675 it is much like the hard labour and study of those that have been studying the Philosophers stone; a great deal of money, it is much like the hard labour and study of those that have been studying the Philosophers stone; a great deal of money, pn31 vbz av-d av-j dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f d cst vhb vbn vvg dt n2 n1; dt j n1 pp-f n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4676 and much more precious time hath been spent about it, nothing yet effected; no more hath there been in these things: and much more precious time hath been spent about it, nothing yet effected; no more hath there been in these things: cc av-d av-dc j n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pn31, pix av vvn; dx n1 vhz a-acp vbn p-acp d n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 239
4677 men have wearied themselves in vain, and their study hath been but labour and travel. 2. Again, As to promises that concern our particular souls, for comfort, men have wearied themselves in vain, and their study hath been but labour and travel. 2. Again, As to promises that concern our particular Souls, for Comfort, n2 vhb vvn px32 p-acp j, cc po32 n1 vhz vbn p-acp n1 cc n1. crd av, a-acp p-acp n2 cst vvb po12 j n2, p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4678 for a victory over temptations, &c. they are many, they are exceeding sweet; for a victory over temptations, etc. they Are many, they Are exceeding sweet; p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, av pns32 vbr d, pns32 vbr av-vvg j; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4679 but they are general, not to this or that individual person, but to such as love and fear the Lord, to persons under such or such qualifications; but they Are general, not to this or that Individu person, but to such as love and Fear the Lord, to Persons under such or such qualifications; cc-acp pns32 vbr j, xx p-acp d cc d j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp d c-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1, p-acp n2 p-acp d cc d n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4680 they are exceeding sweet, but they are not made with circumstances. God will have his people trust him, he will have them wait for him. they Are exceeding sweet, but they Are not made with Circumstances. God will have his people trust him, he will have them wait for him. pns32 vbr av-vvg j, cc-acp pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp n2. np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 vvi pno31, pns31 vmb vhi pno32 vvi p-acp pno31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4681 Take heed either of saying, These things shall never be: this is to give the lye to the God of Truth. God says thou shalt live: Take heed either of saying, These things shall never be: this is to give the lie to the God of Truth. God Says thou shalt live: vvb n1 av-d pp-f vvg, d n2 vmb av-x vbi: d vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 vvz pns21 vm2 vvi: (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4682 thou sayest, I shall dye, I shall fall by the hand of this temptation: thou Sayest, I shall die, I shall fallen by the hand of this temptation: pns21 vv2, pns11 vmb vvi, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4683 and take heed of saying, If it ever be, it must be by such a time, by such a Minister, it would have been by such a Minister, &c. This is to limit the Holy One of Israel; thou knowest not the ways of God, it is a knowledg too high, too deep for thee: and take heed of saying, If it ever be, it must be by such a time, by such a Minister, it would have been by such a Minister, etc. This is to limit the Holy One of Israel; thou Knowest not the ways of God, it is a knowledge too high, too deep for thee: cc vvb n1 pp-f vvg, cs pn31 av vbi, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d dt n1, p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vmd vhi vbn p-acp d dt n1, av d vbz pc-acp vvi dt j pi pp-f np1; pns21 vv2 xx dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz dt n1 av j, av j-jn p-acp pno21: (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4684 Providence usually bringeth home, both the promises to the Saints, and the threatnings to the Sinners, in a way quite different from what they looked for, Providence usually brings home, both the promises to the Saints, and the threatenings to the Sinners, in a Way quite different from what they looked for, n1 av-j vvz av-an, d dt n2 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2-vvg p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n1 av j p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp, (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4685 or it may be expected it in. I have spoken enough already to take Christians off this; or it may be expected it in. I have spoken enough already to take Christians off this; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pn31 p-acp. pns11 vhb vvn av-d av pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d; (22) sermon (DIV3) 488 Page 240
4686 but yet because it is a great point, a thing wherein we are prone to slip, but yet Because it is a great point, a thing wherein we Are prove to slip, cc-acp av c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt n1 c-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi, (22) sermon (DIV3) 489 Page 240
4687 and wherein our slipping is more than ordinarily dangerous: and wherein our slipping is more than ordinarily dangerous: cc c-crq po12 n-vvg vbz av-dc cs av-jn j: (22) sermon (DIV3) 489 Page 240
4688 let me spend a little time further to argue you out of this vanity, and to direct your Souls in the expectation of the fulfilling of Divine Promises. let me spend a little time further to argue you out of this vanity, and to Direct your Souls in the expectation of the fulfilling of Divine Promises. vvb pno11 vvi dt j n1 av-jc pc-acp vvi pn22 av pp-f d n1, cc pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f j-jn vvz. (22) sermon (DIV3) 489 Page 240
4689 1. Consider how much the strength of your souls is spent, and how vainly, in the expectations of your own fancies. 1. Consider how much the strength of your Souls is spent, and how vainly, in the Expectations of your own fancies. crd np1 c-crq av-d dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vbz vvn, cc c-crq av-j, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 d n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4690 As the expectation of that for substance, which God never promised, is but the expectation of our own fancy: As the expectation of that for substance, which God never promised, is but the expectation of our own fancy: p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1, r-crq np1 av-x vvd, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4691 so neither is the expectation of what God hath promised under such circumstances as are no part of the promse. so neither is the expectation of what God hath promised under such Circumstances as Are no part of the promise. av av-dx vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr dx n1 pp-f dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4692 Now the strength of our Souls runneth much out in such expectations: Now the strength of our Souls Runneth much out in such Expectations: av dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvz d av p-acp d n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4693 Let a man but fancy, that in such a year Babylon shall fall, The Jews shall be called; The thousand years shall begin, That by such a time the Church in distress, Let a man but fancy, that in such a year Babylon shall fallen, The jews shall be called; The thousand Years shall begin, That by such a time the Church in distress, vvb dt n1 p-acp n1, cst p-acp d dt n1 np1 vmb vvi, dt np2 vmb vbi vvn; dt crd n2 vmb vvi, cst p-acp d dt n1 dt n1 p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4694 or his Soul in distress, shall be delivered: or his Soul in distress, shall be Delivered: cc po31 n1 p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn: (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4695 It is strange to observe, how the Soul will spend it self upon such a Notion; It is strange to observe, how the Soul will spend it self upon such a Notion; pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp d dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4696 the thoughts of men run upon it, their wits are bent to interpret dark Scriptures into their own fancies: the thoughts of men run upon it, their wits Are bent to interpret dark Scriptures into their own fancies: dt n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pn31, po32 n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po32 d n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4697 it presently becomes the main article of their faith, and the great argument of their hope, it presently becomes the main article of their faith, and the great argument of their hope, pn31 av-j vvz dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4698 and the whole subject of their discourses; and the Whole Subject of their discourses; cc dt j-jn n-jn pp-f po32 n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 240
4699 and at last (possibly) they are enforced to acknowledg, that they had a lye in their right hand. and At last (possibly) they Are Enforced to acknowledge, that they had a lie in their right hand. cc p-acp ord (av-j) pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst pns32 vhd dt n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 241
4700 The Prophet useth the expressions upon an higher argument; but yet they are applicable here: The Prophet uses the expressions upon an higher argument; but yet they Are applicable Here: dt n1 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt jc n1; cc-acp av pns32 vbr j av: (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 241
4701 Why spend you your strength for that which is not bread, and your labour for that which will not profit? There is nothing that is bread for a Soul, but the Word of God; Why spend you your strength for that which is not bred, and your labour for that which will not profit? There is nothing that is bred for a Soul, but the Word of God; uh-crq vvb pn22 po22 n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz xx n1, cc po22 n1 p-acp d r-crq vmb xx vvi? pc-acp vbz pix cst vbz n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 241
4702 it hath pitied my Soul many times to observe many (otherwise I hope serious persons), it hath pitied my Soul many times to observe many (otherwise I hope serious Persons), pn31 vhz vvn po11 n1 d n2 pc-acp vvi d (av pns11 vvb j n2), (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 241
4703 how they have spent themselves in such Enquiries and expectations as these. how they have spent themselves in such Enquiries and Expectations as these. c-crq pns32 vhb vvn px32 p-acp d n2 cc n2 c-acp d. (22) sermon (DIV3) 490 Page 241
4704 Consider (secondly) how the faith of your souls is often endangered and shaken by your disappointments in these things. Consider (secondly) how the faith of your Souls is often endangered and shaken by your disappointments in these things. np1 (ord) c-crq dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vbz av vvn cc vvn p-acp po22 n2 p-acp d n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4705 I do but name this again; for I before enlarged upon it. I do but name this again; for I before enlarged upon it. pns11 vdb p-acp vvi d av; c-acp pns11 a-acp vvn p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4706 How ready are we to dis-believe the Promise wholly, because it comes not in the circumstances that we fancied it would come! How ready Are we to disbelieve the Promise wholly, Because it comes not in the Circumstances that we fancied it would come! q-crq j vbr pns12 p-acp j dt vvb av-jn, c-acp pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvd pn31 vmd vvi! (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4707 The Apostle was aware of this great Evil; The Apostle was aware of this great Evil; dt n1 vbds j pp-f d j n-jn; (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4708 and therefore when some had been prophecying in the Church of the Thessalonians, of a sudden coming of Christ to Judgment, he writeth to that Church, 2 Thess. 2.1, 2, Now we beseech you brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and Therefore when Some had been prophesying in the Church of the Thessalonians, of a sudden coming of christ to Judgement, he Writeth to that Church, 2 Thess 2.1, 2, Now we beseech you brothers, by the coming of our Lord jesus christ, cc av c-crq d vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd, crd, av pns12 vvb pn22 n2, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4709 and by our gathering together unto him, that you be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us; and by our gathering together unto him, that you be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by Spirit, nor by word, nor by Letter as from us; cc p-acp po12 n-vvg av p-acp pno31, cst pn22 vbb xx av vvn p-acp n1, cc vbi vvn, av-dx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp pno12; (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4710 as if the day of Christ were at hand. Let no man deceive you by any means. as if the day of christ were At hand. Let no man deceive you by any means. c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbdr p-acp n1. vvb dx n1 vvi pn22 p-acp d n2. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4711 The Apostle saw that this hasty and ungrounded expectation of Christs coming, under such circumstances as he had now here revealed, did not only tend to the troubling of Christians when they saw themselves disappointed, The Apostle saw that this hasty and ungrounded expectation of Christ coming, under such Circumstances as he had now Here revealed, did not only tend to the troubling of Christians when they saw themselves disappointed, dt n1 vvd cst d j cc j n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg, p-acp d n2 c-acp pns31 vhd av av vvn, vdd xx av-j vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 c-crq pns32 vvd px32 vvn, (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4712 but also to the shaking of their faith, as to the thing it self: but also to the shaking of their faith, as to the thing it self: cc-acp av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4713 and therefore beseecheth them, by the coming of our Lord Jesus, and by their gathering together unto him: and Therefore Beseecheth them, by the coming of our Lord jesus, and by their gathering together unto him: cc av vvz pno32, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 n1 np1, cc p-acp po32 vvg av p-acp pno31: (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4714 what can be the meaning of that, but this? If ever you expect the joyful coming of Christ, and would keep your faith steady as to it; what can be the meaning of that, but this? If ever you expect the joyful coming of christ, and would keep your faith steady as to it; r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d, cc-acp d? cs av pn22 vvb dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, cc vmd vvi po22 n1 j c-acp p-acp pn31; (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4715 if ever you would be with us gathered unto him, concern not your selves in those who would limit the Promises to the circumstances of their own fancying: if ever you would be with us gathered unto him, concern not your selves in those who would limit the Promises to the Circumstances of their own fancying: cs av pn22 vmd vbi p-acp pno12 vvn p-acp pno31, vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d r-crq vmd vvi dt vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d vvg: (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4716 Let them pretend Revelations of the Spirit, or wrest the word of God; yet faith the Apostle, let them not deceive you. Let them pretend Revelations of the Spirit, or wrest the word of God; yet faith the Apostle, let them not deceive you. vvb pno32 vvi n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; av n1 dt n1, vvb pno32 xx vvi pn22. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4717 You have an eminent instance of this shaking of Christians faith, so consequential to this limiting of God to circumstances, Luke 22.31. You have an eminent instance of this shaking of Christians faith, so consequential to this limiting of God to Circumstances, Lycia 22.31. pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d n-vvg pp-f np1 n1, av j p-acp d vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n2, av crd. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4718 There was a Promise of redeeming Israel: Christ had been crucified, and three days were passed, There was a Promise of redeeming Israel: christ had been Crucified, and three days were passed, pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f vvg np1: np1 vhd vbn vvn, cc crd n2 vbdr vvn, (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
7081 or a good hope, at least through grace, that God hath pardoned and accepted him. or a good hope, At least through grace, that God hath pardoned and accepted him. cc dt j n1, p-acp ds p-acp n1, cst np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
4719 and they had heard nothing tending to their expectation: say they, We trusted it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: and they had herd nothing tending to their expectation: say they, We trusted it had been he which should have redeemed Israel: cc pns32 vhd vvn pix vvg p-acp po32 n1: vvb pns32, pns12 vvd pn31 vhd vbn pns31 r-crq vmd vhi vvn np1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4720 and besides all this, to day is the third day since these things were done. and beside all this, to day is the third day since these things were done. cc p-acp d d, p-acp n1 vbz dt ord n1 c-acp d n2 vbdr vdn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 241
4721 Their faith began to shake as to the main Promise, because Providence in the accomplishment of them, did not fit it with the circumstances which they had fancied. Their faith began to shake as to the main Promise, Because Providence in the accomplishment of them, did not fit it with the Circumstances which they had fancied. po32 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvb, c-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vdd xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhd vvn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 491 Page 242
4722 Thirdly, Consider, it much hindereth that duty of waiting upon God, which the Scripture so often presseth upon us. Thirdly, Consider, it much hindereth that duty of waiting upon God, which the Scripture so often Presseth upon us. ord, vvb, pn31 av-d vvz d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1, r-crq dt n1 av av vvz p-acp pno12. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4723 I need not mention particular Scriptures: there is hardly any one duty more pressed upon Christians in Scripture, I need not mention particular Scriptures: there is hardly any one duty more pressed upon Christians in Scripture, pns11 vvb xx vvi j n2: a-acp vbz av d crd n1 av-dc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4724 than this patient waiting upon, and for God. than this patient waiting upon, and for God. cs d j j-vvg p-acp, cc p-acp np1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4725 Now how doth that Soul wait upon God, that limits God to his circumstances of time, place, means, persons? he indeed waiteth upon those circumstances a while; Now how does that Soul wait upon God, that Limits God to his Circumstances of time, place, means, Persons? he indeed waits upon those Circumstances a while; av q-crq vdz d n1 vvi p-acp np1, cst n2 np1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, n1, n2, n2? pns31 av vvz p-acp d n2 dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4726 but when he is disappointed as to them, he knoweth not how to wait upon God any longer. but when he is disappointed as to them, he Knoweth not how to wait upon God any longer. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, pns31 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 d av-jc. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4727 The Soul which truly waiteth on God, leaveth circumstances unto him. The Soul which truly waits on God, Leaveth Circumstances unto him. dt n1 r-crq av-j vvz p-acp np1, vvz n2 p-acp pno31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4728 You will say unto me in the next place, What then is the duty of a Christian with respect to the Promises, You will say unto me in the next place, What then is the duty of a Christian with respect to the Promises, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq av vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvz, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4729 whether concerning the Church, or his own soul in particular? I answer, to receive and embrace them, and be perswaded of the truth of them, and leave unto God the way, time, manner, whither Concerning the Church, or his own soul in particular? I answer, to receive and embrace them, and be persuaded of the truth of them, and leave unto God the Way, time, manner, cs vvg dt n1, cc po31 d n1 p-acp j? pns11 vvb, p-acp vvb cc vvb pno32, cc vbb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvi p-acp np1 dt n1, n1, n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4730 and circumstances for fulfilling of them, which he hath not revealed: and Circumstances for fulfilling of them, which he hath not revealed: cc n2 p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, r-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4731 going on in the way of our plain duty, till God shall please to give a being to his Word. going on in the Way of our plain duty, till God shall please to give a being to his Word. vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, c-acp np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt vbg p-acp po31 n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4732 You shall see your duty, Heb. 11.13, These all died in the faith, not having received the promises; You shall see your duty, Hebrew 11.13, These all died in the faith, not having received the promises; pn22 vmb vvi po22 n1, np1 crd, d d vvd p-acp dt n1, xx vhg vvn dt n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4733 but having seen them afar off, and were perswaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were Strangers and pilgrim's on the earth. cc-acp vhg vvn pno32 av a-acp, cc vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, cc vvd pno32, cc vvd cst pns32 vbdr n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4734 What promises were these? The promises of Canaan, of the Messias. Abraham saw Christs day, and rejoyced (saith our Saviour); What promises were these? The promises of Canaan, of the Messias. Abraham saw Christ day, and rejoiced (Says our Saviour); q-crq n2 vbdr d? dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f dt np1. np1 vvd npg1 n1, cc vvd (vvz po12 n1); (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4735 They received these promises in their ears, God revealed his will for these things; they saw them afar off, as things like to come to pass many years after; They received these promises in their ears, God revealed his will for these things; they saw them afar off, as things like to come to pass many Years After; pns32 vvd d n2 p-acp po32 n2, np1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp d n2; pns32 vvd pno32 av a-acp, p-acp n2 av-j pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 a-acp; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4736 they were perswaded of them, of the truth of them, that God would give them a being: they embraced them with thankful believing hearts, they were persuaded of them, of the truth of them, that God would give them a being: they embraced them with thankful believing hearts, pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f pno32, pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1: pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp j j-vvg n2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4737 and lived so, as that they confessed themselves strangers and pilgrims of the Earth; and lived so, as that they confessed themselves Strangers and pilgrim's of the Earth; cc vvd av, c-acp cst pns32 vvd px32 n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4738 in a constant course of self-denial, and fulfilling the will of God, and in a crucifixion to the World: in a constant course of self-denial, and fulfilling the will of God, and in a crucifixion to the World: p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4739 they never stood troubling themselves to search out the particular time, and circumstances, when, and which way God would do these things: they never stood troubling themselves to search out the particular time, and Circumstances, when, and which Way God would do these things: pns32 av-x vvd vvg px32 p-acp n1 av dt j n1, cc n2, c-crq, cc r-crq n1 np1 vmd vdi d n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4740 but kept in the faith of the Promise; leaving circumstances unto God: Let us go and do likewise. but kept in the faith of the Promise; leaving Circumstances unto God: Let us go and do likewise. cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; vvg n2 p-acp np1: vvb pno12 vvi cc vdb av. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4741 I shall conclude this discourse with a Text of our Saviours, Luke 17.20, 21, And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, I shall conclude this discourse with a Text of our Saviors, Lycia 17.20, 21, And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 ng1, av crd, crd, cc c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pp-f dt np2, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 242
4742 when the Kingdom of God should come? He answered and said, the Kingdom of God cometh not with observation: when the Kingdom of God should come? He answered and said, the Kingdom of God comes not with observation: c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi? pns31 vvd cc vvd, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx p-acp n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4743 Neither shall they say, Lo here, or Lo there, for behold the Kingdom of God is within you. Neither shall they say, Lo Here, or Lo there, for behold the Kingdom of God is within you. av-dx vmb pns32 vvi, uh av, cc np1 a-acp, p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pn22. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4744 Let me a little open these words to you: The Kingdom of God, that is, the great things which concern the Kingdom of God; Let me a little open these words to you: The Kingdom of God, that is, the great things which concern the Kingdom of God; vvb pno11 dt j vvi d n2 p-acp pn22: dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbz, dt j n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4745 these are not brought to pass, and come not with Observation, NONLATINALPHABET, that's the Original phrase, we translate with Observation. There are divers interpretations given of that Text: these Are not brought to pass, and come not with Observation,, that's the Original phrase, we translate with Observation. There Are diverse interpretations given of that Text: d vbr xx vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvb xx p-acp n1,, d|vbz dt j-jn n1, pns12 vvb p-acp n1. pc-acp vbr j n2 vvn pp-f d n1: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4746 Not with a superstitious observation of days, months, and years; Not with a superstitious observation of days, months, and Years; xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, n2, cc n2; (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4747 so some make the sense, according to that of the Apostle to the Galatians, You observe days, and months, and years: so Some make the sense, according to that of the Apostle to the Galatians, You observe days, and months, and Years: av d vvb dt n1, vvg p-acp d pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np1, pn22 vvb n2, cc n2, cc n2: (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4748 I am afraid of you, &c. And Rom. 14, 17, The kingdom of God is not in meat, I am afraid of you, etc. And Rom. 14, 17, The Kingdom of God is not in meat, pns11 vbm j pp-f pn22, av np1 np1 crd, crd, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp n1, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4749 and drink, but righteousness and peace. and drink, but righteousness and peace. cc vvi, cc-acp n1 cc n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4750 Some understand it of external Observations of meat and drink, such as God had commanded to the Jews: but the most, some understand it of external Observations of meat and drink, such as God had commanded to the jews: but the most, d vvb pn31 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 cc vvi, d c-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt np2: p-acp dt ds, (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4751 and most valuable Interpreters agree in one of these two senses: which indeed well considered, both make but one. and most valuable Interpreters agree in one of these two Senses: which indeed well considered, both make but one. cc av-ds j n2 vvb p-acp crd pp-f d crd n2: r-crq av av vvn, d vvb cc-acp pi. (22) sermon (DIV3) 492 Page 243
4752 1. So as it may or can be observed. 1. So as it may or can be observed. crd av c-acp pn31 vmb cc vmb vbi vvn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 493 Page 243
4753 Thus Brugensis, Piscator, and Beza, who indeed translates it, Ita ut observari possit; so as it can be observed. Thus Bruges, Piscator, and Beza, who indeed translates it, Ita ut observari possit; so as it can be observed. av np1, n1, cc np1, r-crq av vvz pn31, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (22) sermon (DIV3) 493 Page 243
4754 Theophylact understands it of the time; so as the time cannot be fixed, nor the place neither. Theophylact understands it of the time; so as the time cannot be fixed, nor the place neither. vvd vvz pn31 pp-f dt n1; av p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, ccx dt n1 av-dx. (22) sermon (DIV3) 493 Page 243
4755 It followeth, Neither shall they say, Lo here is Christ, or lo there. It follows, Neither shall they say, Lo Here is christ, or lo there. pn31 vvz, d vmb pns32 vvi, uh av vbz np1, cc uh a-acp. (22) sermon (DIV3) 493 Page 243
4756 2. Not with a worldly Pomp, Splendor or Ceremony. Thus Stella, Chemnitius, Erasmus, Piscator, &c. This is the same indeed with the other: 2. Not with a worldly Pomp, Splendour or Ceremony. Thus Stella, Chemnitz, Erasmus, Piscator, etc. This is the same indeed with the other: crd xx p-acp dt j n1, n1 cc n1. av np1, np1, np1, n1, av d vbz dt d av p-acp dt n-jn: (22) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 243
4757 and therefore they generally add, ut observari possit, we do not use to observe the coming of a Kingdom, but by observing some Pomp, Splendor, &c. preliminary to it. and Therefore they generally add, ut observari possit, we do not use to observe the coming of a Kingdom, but by observing Some Pomp, Splendour, etc. preliminary to it. cc av pns32 av-j vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la, pns12 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp p-acp vvg d n1, n1, av n1 p-acp pn31. (22) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 243
4758 Now (saith Christ) the Kingdom of God cometh not so as it can be observed, it stealeth upon men and surprizeth them: it cometh not by observation. Now (Says christ) the Kingdom of God comes not so as it can be observed, it steals upon men and surpriseth them: it comes not by observation. av (vvz np1) dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx av c-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp n2 cc vvz pno32: pn31 vvz xx p-acp n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 243
4794 and Pharaohs People and Nation must be destroyed, that he may suffer them to get into a body for a march, and Pharaohs People and nation must be destroyed, that he may suffer them to get into a body for a march, cc np1 n1 cc n1 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4759 Christ indeed hath given us general signs of his second coming, and of the end of the World, &c. But he hath also added, Of that day and hour knoweth no man. christ indeed hath given us general Signs of his second coming, and of the end of the World, etc. But he hath also added, Of that day and hour Knoweth no man. np1 av vhz vvn pno12 j n2 pp-f po31 ord n-vvg, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp pns31 vhz av vvn, pp-f d n1 cc n1 vvz dx n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 243
4760 I suppose the same thing is to be said as to the Promises for calling the Jews: for the expected peace, and tranquillity of the Church of God, when the usual years shall begin, &c. Believe the thing, pray, wait, that is all which we have to do in the case. I suppose the same thing is to be said as to the Promises for calling the jews: for the expected peace, and tranquillity of the Church of God, when the usual Years shall begin, etc. Believe the thing, pray, wait, that is all which we have to do in the case. pns11 vvb dt d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt vvz p-acp vvg dt np2: p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq dt j n2 vmb vvi, av vvb dt n1, vvb, vvb, cst vbz d r-crq pns12 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1. (22) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 243
4761 SERMON XIX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XIX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 494 Page 244
4762 I Am yet proceeding in recommending to you some further Observations I have made upon the motions of Actual Providence, in the execution of the eternal Counsels and Purposes of God; I Am yet proceeding in recommending to you Some further Observations I have made upon the motions of Actual Providence, in the execution of the Eternal Counsels and Purposes of God; pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp vvg p-acp pn22 d jc n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 495 Page 244
4763 and fulfilling his Word, whether of Promise or Threatning. Four I have done with: A Fifth I shall now offer and discourse a little upon it. and fulfilling his Word, whither of Promise or Threatening. Four I have done with: A Fifth I shall now offer and discourse a little upon it. cc vvg po31 n1, cs pp-f n1 cc vvg. crd pns11 vhb vdn p-acp: dt ord pns11 vmb av vvi cc vvi dt j p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 495 Page 244
4764 5th Observ. The Actual Providence of God, in the production of its great works, relating to his Church, 5th Observation The Actual Providence of God, in the production of its great works, relating to his Church, ord np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2, vvg p-acp po31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 496 Page 244
4765 or the particular members of it, doth ordinarily suit or fit the circumstances of the world, or the particular members of it, does ordinarily suit or fit the Circumstances of the world, cc dt j n2 pp-f pn31, vdz av-j vvi cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 496 Page 244
4766 or the circumstrances of particular persons, to the work he intendeth to produce. I say Ordinarily. Every Rule must have some Exception: or the circumstrances of particular Persons, to the work he intends to produce. I say Ordinarily. Every Rule must have Some Exception: cc dt n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi. pns11 vvb av-jn. d n1 vmb vhi d n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 496 Page 244
4767 especially such Rules, as upon observation we fix concerning the methods of Divine Providence. The infinitely wise God treadeth not always in the same steps; especially such Rules, as upon observation we fix Concerning the methods of Divine Providence. The infinitely wise God treadeth not always in the same steps; av-j d n2, c-acp p-acp n1 pns12 vvb vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. dt av-j j np1 vvz xx av p-acp dt d n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 244
4768 I say, in his great works relating either to the Church, or to such particular persons as are members of it: I say, in his great works relating either to the Church, or to such particular Persons as Are members of it: pns11 vvb, p-acp po31 j n2 vvg d p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d j n2 c-acp vbr n2 pp-f pn31: (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 244
4769 These two, I before told you were the great Objects of Special Providence. As Canaan of old was the Land which God cared for, upon which his Eye was, from the beginning of the year to the end of it: These two, I before told you were the great Objects of Special Providence. As Canaan of old was the Land which God cared for, upon which his Eye was, from the beginning of the year to the end of it: d crd, pns11 a-acp vvd pn22 vbdr dt j n2 pp-f j n1. p-acp np1 pp-f n1 vbds dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vbds, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 244
4770 so his Church still is, and to the end of the World will be the object of his more special care; so his Church still is, and to the end of the World will be the Object of his more special care; av po31 n1 av vbz, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 av-dc j n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 244
4771 and with reference to which, Providence produceth its most remarkable works: and with Referente to which, Providence Produceth its most remarkable works: cc p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq, n1 vvz po31 av-ds j n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 244
4772 Hence you shall observe throughout all the Scripture, though mention be made of such other Sons as the Patriarchs had, Hence you shall observe throughout all the Scripture, though mention be made of such other Sons as the Patriarchs had, av pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1, c-acp n1 vbb vvn pp-f d j-jn n2 p-acp dt n2 vhd, (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4773 and other Nations and Princes contemporary with those of the Jews, are named; and other nations and Princes contemporary with those of the jews, Are nam; cc j-jn n2 cc n2 j p-acp d pp-f dt np2, vbr vvn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4774 yet very little of their story is recorded, and that only subservient to the story that was to keep a Record of Gods dealings with his own people. yet very little of their story is recorded, and that only subservient to the story that was to keep a Record of God's dealings with his own people. av av j pp-f po32 n1 vbz vvn, cc cst j fw-fr p-acp dt n1 cst vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg p-acp po31 d n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4775 This makes me restrain the Observation to the Church and Members of it; This makes me restrain the Observation to the Church and Members of it; np1 vvz pno11 vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4795 and furnish them with a viaticum for their journey. Pharaoh and his Army must be destroyed; and furnish them with a viaticum for their journey. Pharaoh and his Army must be destroyed; cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt fw-la p-acp po32 n1. np1 cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4776 and that which I recommend to your remark is, Gods ordinary fitting the circumstances of the adjacent world (which lyes round about the Church, and that which I recommend to your remark is, God's ordinary fitting the Circumstances of the adjacent world (which lies round about the Church, cc cst r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp po22 n1 vbz, npg1 j vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 (r-crq vvz av-j p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4777 as the mountains about Hierusalem, or the Nations of old about Canaan ) to what he is producing in his Church; as the Mountains about Jerusalem, or the nations of old about Canaan) to what he is producing in his Church; c-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, cc dt n2 pp-f j p-acp np1) p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvg p-acp po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4778 and the particular circumstances of persons, to the work God hath to produce, more eminent with relation unto them. and the particular Circumstances of Persons, to the work God hath to produce, more eminent with Relation unto them. cc dt j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz p-acp vvi, av-dc j p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV3) 497 Page 245
4779 1. I will shew you this, with reference to the productions of Providence, relating to the collective body of his people, which we call the Church. 1. I will show you this, with Referente to the productions of Providence, relating to the collective body of his people, which we call the Church. crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 498 Page 245
4780 2. With reference to particular persons, that have relation to this body, in matters of an outward concern. 2. With Referente to particular Persons, that have Relation to this body, in matters of an outward concern. crd p-acp n1 p-acp j n2, cst vhb n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt j vvi. (23) sermon (DIV3) 499 Page 245
4781 3. With reference unto the souls of his people, in matters of a more inward and spiritual concern. 3. With Referente unto the Souls of his people, in matters of a more inward and spiritual concern. crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n2 pp-f dt av-dc j cc j vvi. (23) sermon (DIV3) 500 Page 245
4782 1. With reference to the great products of Providence relating to the body of his people, called the Church. 1. With Referente to the great products of Providence relating to the body of his people, called the Church. crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvd dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 501 Page 245
4783 1. The Jews (you know, under the Old Testament) were the only people that could lay claim to this great Name, To whom God was nigh, in the midst of whom he dwelt, whom he so often delivered, 1. The jews (you know, under the Old Testament) were the only people that could lay claim to this great Name, To whom God was High, in the midst of whom he dwelled, whom he so often Delivered, crd dt np2 (pn22 vvb, p-acp dt j n1) vbdr dt j n1 cst vmd vvi n1 p-acp d j n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vbds av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ro-crq pns31 vvd, ro-crq pns31 av av vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4784 and for whom he so signally engaged. Great works of Providence we read of relating to them: and for whom he so signally engaged. Great works of Providence we read of relating to them: cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 av av-j vvn. j n2 pp-f n1 pns12 vvb pp-f vvg p-acp pno32: (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4785 their deliverance out of Egypt, and conduct through the wilderness; their deliverance out of Egypt, and conduct through the Wilderness; po32 n1 av pp-f np1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4786 their bringing out of Babylon after their seventy years Captivity, and re-building their Temple and City. their bringing out of Babylon After their seventy Years Captivity, and rebuilding their Temple and city. po32 vvg av pp-f np1 p-acp po32 crd ng2 n1, cc n1 po32 n1 cc n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4787 The sending of the Messiah. When the Providence of God sets about these works, let us observe how God fitted circumstances to these great products, making every thing beautiful in his time (as Solomon saith in Eccles. 3.11.) In the bringing of the Children of Israel out of Egypt, God did two things: 1. He brought out the Jews out of a Nation where they had been bred, The sending of the Messiah. When the Providence of God sets about these works, let us observe how God fitted Circumstances to these great products, making every thing beautiful in his time (as Solomon Says in Eccles. 3.11.) In the bringing of the Children of Israel out of Egypt, God did two things: 1. He brought out the jews out of a nation where they had been bred, dt n-vvg pp-f dt np1. c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq np1 vvn n2 p-acp d j n2, vvg d n1 j p-acp po31 n1 (c-acp np1 vvz p-acp np1 crd.) p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1, np1 vdd crd n2: crd pns31 vvd av dt np2 av pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vhd vbn vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4788 and lived some hundreds of years: His Providence now fitteth circumstances to this; and lived Some hundreds of Years: His Providence now fits Circumstances to this; cc vvd d crd pp-f n2: po31 n1 av vvz n2 p-acp d; (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4789 it suffereth the King of Egypt most miserably to oppress them, so as they were weary of their lives. it suffers the King of Egypt most miserably to oppress them, so as they were weary of their lives. pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 ds av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, av c-acp pns32 vbdr j pp-f po32 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 245
4790 It is hardly else conceivable, that they would willingly have quitted their possessions, and their Native-Countrey, to obtain a land promised 400 years before; It is hardly Else conceivable, that they would willingly have quit their possessions, and their Native-Countrey, to obtain a land promised 400 Years before; pn31 vbz av av j, cst pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn po32 n2, cc po32 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvd crd n2 p-acp; (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4791 and that not without overcoming the difficulties of an houling wilderness, and many years fighting. and that not without overcoming the difficulties of an houling Wilderness, and many Years fighting. cc cst xx p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n-vvg n1, cc d n2 vvg. (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4792 The Providence of God also destroyeth Egypt by Ten successive plagues, else the King and his Servants would never have let so many 100000 persons go out of their Dominions. The Providence of God also Destroyeth Egypt by Ten successive plagues, Else the King and his Servants would never have let so many 100000 Persons go out of their Dominions. dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz np1 p-acp crd j n2, av dt n1 cc po31 n2 vmd av-x vhi vvn av d crd n2 vvb av pp-f po32 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4793 Circumstances were fitted by God to the design of his Providence: they must be grievously oppressed, that they may be made willing to go; circumstances were fitted by God to the Design of his Providence: they must be grievously oppressed, that they may be made willing to go; n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: pns32 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn j pc-acp vvi; (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4797 the Sea shall divide it self, they shall see the Israelites go through safely as on dry ground: the Sea shall divide it self, they shall see the Israelites go through safely as on dry ground: dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 n1, pns32 vmb vvi dt np1 vvb p-acp av-j c-acp p-acp j n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4798 this shall allure them to follow them, then the waters shall return and swallow them up. this shall allure them to follow them, then the waters shall return and swallow them up. d vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, cs dt n2 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32 a-acp. (23) sermon (DIV3) 502 Page 246
4799 2. God brings this people out of Babylon: he had promised, that after 70 years they should come out; 2. God brings this people out of Babylon: he had promised, that After 70 Years they should come out; crd np1 vvz d n1 av pp-f np1: pns31 vhd vvn, cst p-acp crd n2 pns32 vmd vvi av; (23) sermon (DIV3) 503 Page 246
4800 Cyrus, he conquers Babylon just at that time, and it was his interest to let them go, Cyrus, he conquers Babylon just At that time, and it was his Interest to let them go, np1, pns31 vvz np1 j p-acp d n1, cc pn31 vbds po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, (23) sermon (DIV3) 503 Page 246
4801 as much as it was the interest of the Kings of Babylon to keep them there: as much as it was the Interest of the Kings of Babylon to keep them there: c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp: (23) sermon (DIV3) 503 Page 246
4802 He thus endeared the Jews to him, and thus transplanted a Colony; He thus endeared the jews to him, and thus transplanted a Colony; pns31 av vvd dt np2 p-acp pno31, cc av vvn dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 503 Page 246
4803 yea, and secured Hierusalem to his obedience, which was before under the Command of the Babylonians, who were his Enemies. yea, and secured Jerusalem to his Obedience, which was before under the Command of the Babylonians, who were his Enemies. uh, cc vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vbds a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, r-crq vbdr po31 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 503 Page 246
4804 3. The sending of the Messias was a great product of Divine Providence: 3. The sending of the Messias was a great product of Divine Providence: crd dt n-vvg pp-f dt np1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4805 he was to introduce a new way of worship, to preach (what to them in their corrupted state) was a new Doctrine: he was to introduce a new Way of worship, to preach (what to them in their corrupted state) was a new Doctrine: pns31 vbds pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi (r-crq p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 j-vvn n1) vbds dt j n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4806 had the Jews been in their heighth, this would by no means have been endured by them: had the jews been in their height, this would by no means have been endured by them: vhd dt np2 vbn p-acp po32 n1, d vmd p-acp dx n2 vhb vbn vvn p-acp pno32: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4807 See how God fitteth the worlds circumstances, to this great product of Providence: The scepter is departed from Judah, and the lawgiver from his feet: See how God fits the world's Circumstances, to this great product of Providence: The sceptre is departed from Judah, and the lawgiver from his feet: vvb c-crq np1 vvz dt ng1 n2, p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1: dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4808 the Jews are become Tributaries to the Romans, and under their power; so they were not so brisk as they would have been: the jews Are become Tributaries to the Roman, and under their power; so they were not so brisk as they would have been: dt np2 vbr vvn n2-jn p-acp dt njp2, cc p-acp po32 n1; av pns32 vbdr xx av j c-acp pns32 vmd vhi vbn: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4809 There is a general peace over all the world, so as the Romans were not so jealous of making parties and factions: There is a general peace over all the world, so as the Romans were not so jealous of making parties and factions: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1, av c-acp dt np1 vbdr xx av j pp-f vvg n2 cc n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4810 people were more at leisure to listen to the Gospel, and Prince of peace. Now comes the Lord Jesus Christ. people were more At leisure to listen to the Gospel, and Prince of peace. Now comes the Lord jesus christ. n1 vbdr av-dc p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. av vvz dt n1 np1 np1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4811 If we should carry the business a little further, What great work hath God ever done since, in which we may not see a remarkable fitting of the worlds circumstances to the production of it? I will instance but in one or two things, referring to the Protestant-Reformation. If we should carry the business a little further, What great work hath God ever done since, in which we may not see a remarkable fitting of the world's Circumstances to the production of it? I will instance but in one or two things, referring to the Protestant-Reformation. cs pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 dt j av-jc, q-crq j n1 vhz np1 av vdn a-acp, p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi dt j vvg pp-f dt ng1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31? pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp crd cc crd n2, vvg p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 504 Page 246
4812 Our reformation you know was began in the time of Henry the Eight; Our Reformation you know was began in the time of Henry the Eight; po12 n1 pn22 vvb vbds vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt crd; (23) sermon (DIV3) 505 Page 247
4813 How did God fit our circumstances to it? King Henry shall fall out with the Pope, because he will not allow his divorce, How did God fit our Circumstances to it? King Henry shall fallen out with the Pope, Because he will not allow his divorce, q-crq vdd np1 vvi po12 n2 p-acp pn31? n1 np1 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 505 Page 247
4814 and so shall break with him, and set up a purer course of Religion; and so shall break with him, and Set up a Purer course of Religion; cc av vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvd a-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 505 Page 247
4815 it was hardly to have been imagined, how England should have been freed from Popery at another time, by the advantage of the chief Magistrates assistance. it was hardly to have been imagined, how England should have been freed from Popery At Another time, by the advantage of the chief Magistrates assistance. pn31 vbds av pc-acp vhi vbn vvn, q-crq np1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 505 Page 247
4816 There was a strange concurrence of Divine Providences in the reformation which was begun in Germany. Luther was raised up, a man of a most invincible spirit and courage: There was a strange concurrence of Divine Providences in the Reformation which was begun in Germany. Luther was raised up, a man of a most invincible Spirit and courage: a-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp np1. np1 vbds vvn a-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 cc n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4818 by which means, Luther's, and others books were presently diffused throughout all Europe, [ V. Sculteti annales, l. 1. c. 1. ] The knowledg of Arts and Learning, were just restored to the world, by which means, Luther's, and Others books were presently diffused throughout all Europe, [ V. Scultetus annals, l. 1. c. 1. ] The knowledge of Arts and Learning, were just restored to the world, p-acp r-crq n2, ng1, cc n2-jn n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp d np1, [ np1 np1 n2, n1 crd sy. crd ] dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, vbdr av vvn p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4819 after the long darkness and ignorance in which Popery had muffled the world. After the long darkness and ignorance in which Popery had muffled the world. p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq n1 vhd vvn dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4820 Many secret favourers of Religion were admitted to great places in the Popish-Church, who either out of favour to the reformed Religion, Many secret favourers of Religion were admitted to great places in the Popish-Church, who either out of favour to the reformed Religion, av-d j-jn n2 pp-f n1 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq d av pp-f n1 p-acp dt vvn n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4821 or out of love to their learning, shewed great kindness to the first Reformers: several great Princes of Germany were also prepared; or out of love to their learning, showed great kindness to the First Reformers: several great Princes of Germany were also prepared; cc av pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, vvd j n1 p-acp dt ord n2: j j n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av vvn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4822 some possibly out of conscience, others out of principles of honour, favouring and protecting Luther. In short, the Providence of God hath hardly at any time produced any great work, in the change of the State of the Church, or of any Kingdom; Some possibly out of conscience, Others out of principles of honour, favouring and protecting Luther. In short, the Providence of God hath hardly At any time produced any great work, in the change of the State of the Church, or of any Kingdom; d av-j av pp-f n1, n2-jn av pp-f n2 pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg np1. p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av p-acp d n1 vvd d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f d n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4823 but his fitting of the circumstances of the world to it, have been strangely obvious and remarkable to every observing eye. but his fitting of the Circumstances of the world to it, have been strangely obvious and remarkable to every observing eye. cc-acp po31 vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31, vhb vbn av-j j cc j p-acp d j-vvg n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 506 Page 247
4824 2. Let us, secondly, take a view of the Providence of God working as to particular persons, with reference to things of a more outward concern: 2. Let us, secondly, take a view of the Providence of God working as to particular Persons, with Referente to things of a more outward concern: crd vvb pno12, ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg a-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt av-dc j vvi: (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4825 take it in the instances of Joseph, of David, of Haman, of the three Children, take it in the instances of Joseph, of David, of Haman, of the three Children, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f np1, pp-f np1, pp-f dt crd n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4826 and Daniel. David was to be brought to be King over Israel and Judah; from a Shepherds boy, to be a great Prince; and daniel. David was to be brought to be King over Israel and Judah; from a Shepherd's boy, to be a great Prince; cc np1. np1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1 cc np1; p-acp dt ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi dt j n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4827 he shall first kill Goliah; he shall be sent for to Court, to drive away Sauls evil spirit with his Harp; he shall First kill Goliath; he shall be sent for to Court, to drive away Saul's evil Spirit with his Harp; pns31 vmb ord vvi np1; pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av np1 j-jn n1 p-acp po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4828 he shall marry, the Kings Daughter, and grow great with Jonathan. Joseph is to become a great man in Egypt; he shall first be recommended to Pharaoh, grow great with him, a famine shall come, he shall save much people alive; he shall marry, the Kings Daughter, and grow great with Johnathan. Joseph is to become a great man in Egypt; he shall First be recommended to Pharaoh, grow great with him, a famine shall come, he shall save much people alive; pns31 vmb vvi, dt ng1 n1, cc vvb j p-acp np1. np1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vmb ord vbi vvn p-acp np1, vvb j p-acp pno31, dt n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vvi d n1 j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4829 and thus be in great honour, and in a capacity to serve his Fathers family. and thus be in great honour, and in a capacity to serve his Father's family. cc av vbi p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4830 The Providence of God designs to preserve the Jews, to advance Mordecai, to ruin Haman. An Hebrew Lady, by a strange Providence shall come to be Queen, The Providence of God designs to preserve the jews, to advance Mordecai, to ruin Haman. an Hebrew Lady, by a strange Providence shall come to be Queen, dt n1 pp-f np1 n2 pc-acp vvi dt np2, pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp n1 np1. dt njp np1, p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 247
4831 and one that shall be Mordecai's Neece. and one that shall be Mordecai's Niece. cc pi cst vmb vbi npg1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 248
4832 Haman shall be found upon the bed with Esther, and mistaken in his Complement to her, Haman shall be found upon the Bed with Esther, and mistaken in his Compliment to her, np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 248
4833 as if he had a design to force her, &c. Infinite are the instances which might be brought. as if he had a Design to force her, etc. Infinite Are the instances which might be brought. c-acp cs pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, av j vbr dt n2 r-crq vmd vbi vvn. (23) sermon (DIV3) 507 Page 248
4834 3. Let us consider the motions of Providence with reference to the souls of people, as to their best and most spiritual concerns. 3. Let us Consider the motions of Providence with Referente to the Souls of people, as to their best and most spiritual concerns. crd vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp po32 js cc av-ds j vvz. (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4835 If God hath much people in Macedonia, St. Paul shall be called thither: If God hath much people in Macedonia, Saint Paul shall be called thither: cs np1 vhz d n1 p-acp np1, n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn av: (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4858 and this is the reason of Gods fitting adjacent circumstances to his work which he produceth; and this is the reason of God's fitting adjacent Circumstances to his work which he Produceth; cc d vbz dt n1 pp-f ng1 vvg j n2 p-acp po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4836 he ordereth Ministers to places, or particular persons to a Ministry proper for the work, in a strange way many a time, he Ordereth Ministers to places, or particular Persons to a Ministry proper for the work, in a strange Way many a time, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n2, cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 d dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4837 when he hath a design to do good to particular souls. But here let me recommend one observation to you; when he hath a Design to do good to particular Souls. But Here let me recommend one observation to you; c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp j n2. p-acp av vvb pno11 vvi crd n1 p-acp pn22; (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4838 When he designeth the tryal of a Child of his, with inward troubles and temptations, he usually fits it with an unhealthy body, suted to such impressions; When he designeth the trial of a Child of his, with inward Troubles and temptations, he usually fits it with an unhealthy body, suited to such impressions; c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f png31, p-acp j n2 cc n2, pns31 av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp d n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4839 and when he designeth the restoring of quiet and peace to the spirit, he ordinarily fits it with an healthy body: and when he designeth the restoring of quiet and peace to the Spirit, he ordinarily fits it with an healthy body: cc c-crq pns31 vvz dt j-vvg pp-f j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4840 Not that all the trouble and disquietudes of the spirit floweth from the indisposition of the body; Not that all the trouble and disquietudes of the Spirit flows from the indisposition of the body; xx cst d dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4841 the contrary is evident enough to any who diligently observe Christians at such times, and may know many others under the same kinds, the contrary is evident enough to any who diligently observe Christians At such times, and may know many Others under the same Kinds, dt n-jn vbz j av-d p-acp d r-crq av-j vvb np1 p-acp d n2, cc vmb vvi d n2-jn p-acp dt d n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4842 and possibly greater degrees of bodily distempers, whose minds are not so disturbed, who have no such temptations, &c. But seldom it is, and possibly greater Degrees of bodily distempers, whose minds Are not so disturbed, who have no such temptations, etc. But seldom it is, cc av-j jc n2 pp-f j n2, rg-crq n2 vbr xx av vvn, r-crq vhb dx d n2, av p-acp av pn31 vbz, (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4843 but such inward troubles are circumstanced with bodily disturbances; and so on the contrary, it is rare to find a peaceful, quiet, rejoycing spirit; but such inward Troubles Are circumstanced with bodily disturbances; and so on the contrary, it is rare to find a peaceful, quiet, rejoicing Spirit; cc-acp d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp j n2; cc av p-acp dt n-jn, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j, j-jn, vvg n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4844 but it is suited also with a freedom from bodily distempers, especially such as have an influence upon the head, and affect that. but it is suited also with a freedom from bodily distempers, especially such as have an influence upon the head, and affect that. cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, av-j d c-acp vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi d. (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4845 But I shall enlarge no further upon what is so evident to any who observeth any thing of the motions of Divine Providence. But I shall enlarge no further upon what is so evident to any who observeth any thing of the motions of Divine Providence. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp r-crq vbz av j p-acp d r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 508 Page 248
4846 Reas. Now the Reason of this is evident; Because, though the Providence of God sometimes produceth things miraculously; Reas. Now the Reason of this is evident; Because, though the Providence of God sometime Produceth things miraculously; np1 av dt n1 pp-f d vbz j; p-acp, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz n2 av-j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 248
4847 yet it ordinarily produceth them by the way of means: some means, although possibly not adequate, and fully proportioned to the production. yet it ordinarily Produceth them by the Way of means: Some means, although possibly not adequate, and Fully proportioned to the production. av pn31 av-jn vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: d n2, cs av-j xx vvi, cc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 248
4848 The Providence of God is a servant to his Glory: The Providence of God is a servant to his Glory: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 248
4849 that is the end for which it works, for which it always worketh, and can work for no other end: that is the end for which it works, for which it always works, and can work for no other end: cst vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, p-acp r-crq pn31 av vvz, cc vmb vvi p-acp dx j-jn n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 248
4850 but it doth not always work for the glorifying of God in the same Attribute: but it does not always work for the glorifying of God in the same Attribute: cc-acp pn31 vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1 p-acp dt d n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 248
4851 sometimes it glorifieth his Power, sometimes his Wisdom, sometimes his Goodness and Mercy, &c. It glorified Gods Power in the destruction of Pharaoh; he was ruined by the immediate supernatural hand of God; sometime it Glorifieth his Power, sometime his Wisdom, sometime his goodness and Mercy, etc. It glorified God's Power in the destruction of Pharaoh; he was ruined by the immediate supernatural hand of God; av pn31 vvz po31 n1, av po31 n1, av po31 n1 cc n1, av pn31 vvn npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f np1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4852 but ordinarily the Providence of God worketh by means, and the Wisdom of God is most eminently seen, in contriving, but ordinarily the Providence of God works by means, and the Wisdom of God is most eminently seen, in contriving, cc-acp av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-ds av-j vvn, p-acp vvg, (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4853 and ordering, and disposing means unthought-of; and ordering, and disposing means unthought-of; cc vvg, cc vvg n2 j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4854 and yet ordinarily the Power of God is also glorified, the means being such as are very unlikely, and yet ordinarily the Power of God is also glorified, the means being such as Are very unlikely, cc av av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn, dt n2 vbg d c-acp vbr av j, (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4855 or improbable to produce such an effect. or improbable to produce such an Effect. cc j pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4856 Now this being granted, that the most ordinary way of Gods working is by means, little or much; Now this being granted, that the most ordinary Way of God's working is by means, little or much; av d vbg vvn, cst dt av-ds j n1 pp-f ng1 vvg vbz p-acp n2, j cc d; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4859 those circumstances, being the ordinary means, which God thinks fit to make use of, to work in, with, and by. those Circumstances, being the ordinary means, which God thinks fit to make use of, to work in, with, and by. d n2, vbg dt j n2, r-crq np1 vvz j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f, pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp, cc p-acp. (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4860 And here the great Power and Wisdom of God is seen, in ordering the affairs of the world, And Here the great Power and Wisdom of God is seen, in ordering the affairs of the world, cc av dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4861 so as they shall sute his great designs and purposes, that men see reason to cry out, O the depth of the wisdom and of the Counsel of God! So that, look as God did not bring man into the World, till he had fitted the World for his use and Government; so as they shall suit his great designs and Purposes, that men see reason to cry out, Oh the depth of the Wisdom and of the Counsel of God! So that, look as God did not bring man into the World, till he had fitted the World for his use and Government; av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi po31 j n2 cc n2, cst n2 vvb n1 pc-acp vvi av, uh dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av cst, vvb p-acp np1 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4862 nor doth bring any creature (by his continued Creation) into the World, before its table is prepared: nor does bring any creature (by his continued Creation) into the World, before its table is prepared: ccx vdz vvi d n1 (p-acp po31 j-vvn n1) p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1 vbz vvn: (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4863 the Flie, the Silk-worm, &c. doth not prevent its meat; the Fly, the Silkworm, etc. does not prevent its meat; dt n1, dt n1, av vdz xx vvi po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4864 so neither doth Gods work prevent the means, by which he designeth the accomplishment of it. so neither does God's work prevent the means, by which he designeth the accomplishment of it. av d vdz n2 vvi vvi dt n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4865 Thus every thing is brought forth in its time, and every work of God is thus made glorious. Thus every thing is brought forth in its time, and every work of God is thus made glorious. av d n1 vbz vvn av p-acp po31 n1, cc d n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn j. (23) sermon (DIV3) 509 Page 249
4866 Secondly, God by this means, putteth a wonderful beauty upon his works of Providence. Secondly, God by this means, putteth a wondered beauty upon his works of Providence. ord, np1 p-acp d n2, vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4867 The beauty of any creature, you know, doth not only lie in the colour of it, and the loveliness of that; The beauty of any creature, you know, does not only lie in the colour of it, and the loveliness of that; dt n1 pp-f d n1, pn22 vvb, vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f d; (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4868 but in the Symmetry and proportion of all its parts. but in the Symmetry and proportion of all its parts. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d po31 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4869 Hence our Eye judgeth sometimes a person that is of a good complexion, to have little or nothing of beauty; Hence our Eye Judgeth sometime a person that is of a good complexion, to have little or nothing of beauty; av po12 n1 vvz av dt n1 cst vbz pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vhi j cc pix pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4870 but a good mixture of colour, with a good symmetry and proportion of parts, must concur to a perfect beauty. but a good mixture of colour, with a good symmetry and proportion of parts, must concur to a perfect beauty. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4871 Gods work is perfect, and his ways are Judgment, Deut. 32.4, and he is excellent in working, Jer. 32.19. The glory of the Lord is much concerned, not only in the goodness of his works; God's work is perfect, and his ways Are Judgement, Deuteronomy 32.4, and he is excellent in working, Jer. 32.19. The glory of the Lord is much concerned, not only in the Goodness of his works; npg1 n1 vbz j, cc po31 n2 vbr n1, np1 crd, cc pns31 vbz j p-acp vvg, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av-d vvn, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4872 but in the perfection and beauty of it. but in the perfection and beauty of it. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4873 Now it adds much to the beauty of a work, when it is brought forth in a fit season, Now it adds much to the beauty of a work, when it is brought forth in a fit season, av pn31 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-crq pn31 vbz vvn av p-acp dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4874 and is as an apple of gold in a picture of silver. and is as an apple of gold in a picture of silver. cc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4875 The unlook'd-for concurrence of all circumstances to the production of any great work of God, makes it appear very admirable in our Eyes. The unlooked-for concurrence of all Circumstances to the production of any great work of God, makes it appear very admirable in our Eyes. dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f np1, vvz pn31 vvi av j p-acp po12 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 510 Page 249
4876 Thirdly, God doth by this means wonderfully glorifie, both his Power and his Wisdom, in the Eyes of the men of the World. Thirdly, God does by this means wonderfully Glorify, both his Power and his Wisdom, in the Eyes of the men of the World. ord, np1 vdz p-acp d n2 av-j vvi, d po31 n1 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 249
4877 1. His power: when men see the whole Creation sequacious to his Will and Counsel; 1. His power: when men see the Whole Creation sequacious to his Will and Counsel; crd po31 n1: c-crq n2 vvb dt j-jn n1 j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4878 that assoon as he begins, and sets out in any work, there is a fudden change in the creature, that As soon as he begins, and sets out in any work, there is a fudden change in the creature, cst av c-acp pns31 vvz, cc vvz av p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4879 and all of them follow him in his paths. and all of them follow him in his paths. cc d pp-f pno32 vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4880 As the power of a great Prince is herein magnified, all his Subjects possibly are secure and at quiet, As the power of a great Prince is herein magnified, all his Subject's possibly Are secure and At quiet, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz av vvn, d po31 n2-jn av-j vbr j cc p-acp j-jn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4881 and peace, and think nothing of the Prince's counsels: and peace, and think nothing of the Prince's Counsels: cc n1, cc vvb pix pp-f dt ng1 n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4882 But no sooner doth he set up his Standard, or cause his Drums to be beat up, But no sooner does he Set up his Standard, or cause his Drums to be beatrice up, cc-acp av-dx av-c vdz pns31 vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4883 but presently all his Subjects are in arms, and ready to follow him, upon what designs he pleaseth to lead them. but presently all his Subject's Are in arms, and ready to follow him, upon what designs he Pleases to led them. cc-acp av-j d po31 n2-jn vbr p-acp n2, cc j pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp r-crq n2 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4884 This speaketh now the great power and influence, this Prince hath upon his Subjects. This speaks now the great power and influence, this Prince hath upon his Subject's. np1 vvz av dt j n1 cc n1, d n1 vhz p-acp po31 n2-jn. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4885 So now, to observe the World as it were all at quiet, and minding no such thing, So now, to observe the World as it were all At quiet, and minding no such thing, av av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr d p-acp n-jn, cc vvg dx d n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4886 and God then beginning some great work, and as it were setting up his Standard; and God then beginning Some great work, and as it were setting up his Standard; cc np1 av vvg d j n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbdr vvg a-acp po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4887 and it is no sooner up, but all men flock to it, as if it had been a design laid amongst them. and it is no sooner up, but all men flock to it, as if it had been a Design laid among them. cc pn31 vbz av-dx av-c p-acp, cc-acp d n2 vvb p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4888 To make it plain by an instance; To make it plain by an instance; p-acp vvi pn31 j p-acp dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4889 The whole World almost was in a dead sleep of Popish-ignorance and superstition, and in all humane appearance, none thought or dream't of any Reformation: The Whole World almost was in a dead sleep of Popish-ignorance and Superstition, and in all humane appearance, none Thought or dreamt of any Reformation: dt j-jn n1 av vbds p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc p-acp d j n1, pix vvd cc vvn pp-f d n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4890 God no sooner proclaimeth his design of Reformation, and useth Luther to set up his standard at Wittenberg 1516; God no sooner proclaims his Design of Reformation, and uses Luther to Set up his standard At Wittenberg 1516; np1 av-dx av-c vvz po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 crd; (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4891 it was but by a pitiful Monk: but as if this had been a design of a long contrivance in the World, it was but by a pitiful Monk: but as if this had been a Design of a long contrivance in the World, pn31 vbds cc-acp p-acp dt j n1: cc-acp c-acp cs d vhd vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4892 and laid in the several parts of Germany, Duke Frederick the Saxon-Elector, falls in with him; and laid in the several parts of Germany, Duke Frederick the Saxon-Elector, falls in with him; cc vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, n1 np1 dt n1, vvz p-acp p-acp pno31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4893 Franciscus Picus Mirandula, at Rome perswades a Reformation, Marquess Caracciolus, and Bernhardenus Bonifacius, Marquess of Oria turn Confessors at Naples: Zuinglius stands up for Reformation in Switzerland; Myconius, at Thuring (I think all in a year) and then other parts in Germany, till the Reformation had overspread the greatest part of Germany. What a wonderful Specimen was this of the power of God upon men, upon the hearts of men in the World? yea, Francis Picus Mirandula, At Room persuades a Reformation, Marquis Caracciolo, and Bernhardenus Boniface, Marquis of Oria turn Confessors At Naples: Zwingli Stands up for Reformation in Switzerland; Myconius, At Thuringia (I think all in a year) and then other parts in Germany, till the Reformation had overspread the greatest part of Germany. What a wondered Specimen was this of the power of God upon men, upon the hearts of men in the World? yea, np1 fw-la fw-la, p-acp vvb vvz dt n1, n1 np1, cc np1 np1, n1 pp-f np1 vvb n2 p-acp np1: np1 vvz a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp np1; np1, p-acp vvg (pns11 vvb d p-acp dt n1) cc av j-jn n2 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vhd vvn dt js n1 pp-f np1. q-crq dt j n2 vbds d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1? uh, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4894 and thus the Wisdom of God is wonderfully magnified: and thus the Wisdom of God is wonderfully magnified: cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn: (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4895 for by this means all the World comes to be convinced, that God could not have begun, for by this means all the World comes to be convinced, that God could not have begun, c-acp p-acp d n2 d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vmd xx vhi vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4896 or done his work in a fitter time. or done his work in a fitter time. cc vdi po31 n1 p-acp dt jc n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4897 Indeed, God could have done it with equal advantage at any time, having at all times the hearts of Princes, and of all men in his hand: Indeed, God could have done it with equal advantage At any time, having At all times the hearts of Princes, and of all men in his hand: np1, np1 vmd vhi vdn pn31 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, vhg p-acp d n2 dt n2 pp-f n2, cc pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4898 but those that do not so wistly consider the influence of God upon mens hearts in the cause, but those that do not so wistly Consider the influence of God upon men's hearts in the cause, cc-acp d cst vdb xx av av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ng2 n2 p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4899 and only view humane circumstances, when they see God bringing forth his work, at a time when the World is prepared and fitted for it, must adore the wisdom of God in it. and only view humane Circumstances, when they see God bringing forth his work, At a time when the World is prepared and fitted for it, must adore the Wisdom of God in it. cc av-j vvi j n2, c-crq pns32 vvb np1 vvg av po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 511 Page 250
4900 Fourthly, God doth by this means check the haste and precipitancy, and rashness of our spirits, Fourthly, God does by this means check the haste and precipitancy, and rashness of our spirits, ord, np1 vdz p-acp d n2 vvb dt vvb cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4901 and shew us our own folly. We are very prone to prescribe to God, and to limit the holy One: and show us our own folly. We Are very prove to prescribe to God, and to limit the holy One: cc vvb pno12 po12 d n1. pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j pi: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4902 Wilt thou at this time restore the kingdom to Israel (say the Disciples)? Now when we see God disappointing our hopes and expectations, Wilt thou At this time restore the Kingdom to Israel (say the Disciples)? Now when we see God disappointing our hope's and Expectations, vm2 pns21 p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 (vvb dt n2)? av c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vvg po12 n2 cc n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4903 and bringing forth his work in his own time; when the worlds circumstances fit it, and all things concur to it; and bringing forth his work in his own time; when the world's Circumstances fit it, and all things concur to it; cc vvg av po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1; c-crq dt ng1 n2 vvb pn31, cc d n2 vvb p-acp pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4904 then we understand our own folly and rashness, and that our spirits are too hasty; then we understand our own folly and rashness, and that our spirits Are too hasty; cs pns12 vvb po12 d n1 cc n1, cc d po12 n2 vbr av j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4905 then we see, that if the work of God had been brought forth in our time, it had not been half so easily effected, nor half so beautiful. then we see, that if the work of God had been brought forth in our time, it had not been half so Easily effected, nor half so beautiful. av pns12 vvb, cst cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vbn vvn av p-acp po12 n1, pn31 vhd xx vbn j-jn av av-j vvn, ccx n-jn av j. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4906 Methinks here we are like some foolish, ignorant children, that view the Carpenter at work about some goodly frame of an house: Methinks Here we Are like Some foolish, ignorant children, that view the Carpenter At work about Some goodly frame of an house: vvz av pns12 vbr av-j d j, j n2, cst vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4907 the Carpenter you know, doth his work by degrees; the Carpenter you know, does his work by Degrees; dt n1 pn22 vvb, vdz po31 n1 p-acp n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4908 first he fitteth one piece, and layeth it by him, then another, and so a third: First he fits one piece, and Layeth it by him, then Another, and so a third: ord pns31 vvz crd n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp pno31, av j-jn, cc av dt ord: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4909 The child vieweth this, and not understanding the contrivance, he is every day crying to his father to set it up; The child views this, and not understanding the contrivance, he is every day crying to his father to Set it up; dt n1 vvz d, cc xx vvg dt n1, pns31 vbz d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4910 Father, when do you set up the house? shall it not go up this day? to morrow, &c The child thinks that there is nothing to do, Father, when do you Set up the house? shall it not go up this day? to morrow, etc. The child thinks that there is nothing to do, n1, q-crq vdb pn22 vvi a-acp dt n1? vmb pn31 xx vvi a-acp d n1? p-acp n1, av dt n1 vvz cst pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vdi, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4911 but to set up this piece, or that piece: but to Set up this piece, or that piece: cc-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1, cc d n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4912 but his wiser Father, knows that he must have every piece fitted and prepared, the joints and the tenons ready to couple one piece to another; but his Wiser Father, knows that he must have every piece fitted and prepared, the Joints and the tenons ready to couple one piece to Another; cc-acp po31 jc n1, vvz cst pns31 vmb vhi d n1 vvn cc vvn, dt n2 cc dt j j pc-acp vvi crd n1 p-acp j-jn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4913 or it would be to no purpose to begin to set up the building, before it were framed, or it would be to no purpose to begin to Set up the building, before it were framed, cc pn31 vmd vbi pc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4914 and one part coupled to the other: and one part coupled to the other: cc crd n1 vvn p-acp dt n-jn: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4915 The child at last, when he seeth his Father set it up all, and the parts fitted one to another, The child At last, when he sees his Father Set it up all, and the parts fitted one to Another, dt n1 p-acp ord, c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 vvd pn31 a-acp d, cc dt n2 vvn pi p-acp n-jn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4916 then it begins to see its self a fool, and to understand that its Father was wiser than it; then it begins to see its self a fool, and to understand that its Father was Wiser than it; cs pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi cst po31 n1 vbds jc cs pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4917 against another time it learneth wit, to let the Father alone to his own wisdom, time, and contrivance. against Another time it learneth wit, to let the Father alone to his own Wisdom, time, and contrivance. p-acp j-jn n1 pn31 vvz n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, n1, cc n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4918 The Father might have lost his pains, and spoiled some pieces of good timber, and done nothing else, in sooner hearkning to the childs importunity. The Father might have lost his pains, and spoiled Some Pieces of good timber, and done nothing Else, in sooner Harkening to the child's importunity. dt n1 vmd vhi vvn po31 n2, cc vvd d n2 pp-f j n1, cc vdn pix av, p-acp av-c vvg p-acp dt ng1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4919 It may be the child in its haste, hoists up a piece of timber, but it falls down upon him, It may be the child in its haste, hoists up a piece of timber, but it falls down upon him, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pn31 vvz a-acp p-acp pno31, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4920 and bruiseth him, &c. It is much the same case with us: we look for a Reformation, we believe God will sit as a Refiner upon Zion; and bruiseth him, etc. It is much the same case with us: we look for a Reformation, we believe God will fit as a Refiner upon Zion; cc vvz pno31, av pn31 vbz d dt d n1 p-acp pno12: pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, pns12 vvb np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4921 we cannot let God alone to his own time, till he hath fitted the world's circumstances to his design; we cannot let God alone to his own time, till he hath fitted the world's Circumstances to his Design; pns12 vmbx vvi np1 av-j p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4922 but it may be we are hastening of God, not only by modest prayers, submitted to his will (which is our duty), but it may be we Are hastening of God, not only by modest Prayers, submitted to his will (which is our duty), cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vbr vvg pp-f np1, xx av-j p-acp j n2, vvd p-acp po31 n1 (r-crq vbz po12 n1), (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4923 but by murmurings and repinings at God: but by murmurings and repinings At God: cc-acp p-acp n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp np1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4924 It may be we, like the hasty child, are hoisting up some pieces of timber, encouraging some or other to begin it irregularly; It may be we, like the hasty child, Are hoisting up Some Pieces of timber, encouraging Some or other to begin it irregularly; pn31 vmb vbi zz, av-j dt j n1, vbr vvg a-acp d n2 pp-f n1, vvg d cc n-jn pc-acp vvi pn31 av-j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 251
4925 and by that means get nothing but a knock, or a bruise, and lose such Instruments as might have been useful. and by that means get nothing but a knock, or a bruise, and loose such Instruments as might have been useful. cc p-acp d n2 vvb pix cc-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cc vvi d n2 c-acp vmd vhi vbn j. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4926 But at last, we see God bring forth his work, the world is (as to its circumstances) fitted to it: then we see our folly. But At last, we see God bring forth his work, the world is (as to its Circumstances) fitted to it: then we see our folly. p-acp p-acp ord, pns12 vvb np1 vvi av po31 n1, dt n1 vbz (c-acp p-acp po31 n2) vvn p-acp pn31: cs pns12 vvb po12 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4927 David was anointed to the Kingdom of Israel and Judah; after this, he is called to Court, he is made the Kings son-in-law: David was anointed to the Kingdom of Israel and Judah; After this, he is called to Court, he is made the Kings son-in-law: np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1; p-acp d, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pns31 vbz vvn dt ng1 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4928 If any one upon this should have made a party for David, to have rent the Kingdom from Saul (a defensive party he indeed had to protect him from Sauls rage, If any one upon this should have made a party for David, to have rend the Kingdom from Saul (a defensive party he indeed had to Pact him from Saul's rage, cs d pi p-acp d vmd vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 (dt j n1 pns31 av vhd pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp np1 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4929 but no more), he had undoubtedly but made himself a prey. but no more), he had undoubtedly but made himself a prey. cc-acp dx dc), pns31 vhd av-j p-acp vvd px31 dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4930 But David waiteth year after year, till God had fitted the circumstances of that Kingdom to his design: But David waits year After year, till God had fitted the Circumstances of that Kingdom to his Design: p-acp np1 vvz n1 p-acp n1, c-acp np1 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4931 till Saul and Jonathan were gone, and the peoples hearts were inamoured, and set upon David, and the Captain of the Army was turned also to him; till Saul and Johnathan were gone, and the peoples hearts were enamoured, and Set upon David, and the Captain of the Army was turned also to him; c-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn, cc dt ng1 n2 vbdr j-vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds vvn av p-acp pno31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4932 and when these circumstances concurred, then he brings forth his great work, and setteth his Servant David peaceably upon the Throne promised unto him. and when these Circumstances concurred, then he brings forth his great work, and sets his Servant David peaceably upon the Throne promised unto him. cc c-crq d n2 vvn, cs pns31 vvz av po31 j n1, cc vvz po31 n1 np1 av-j p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4933 Thus far I have enlarged upon the Explicatory part of this Observation: I now come to the Application of it. Thus Far I have enlarged upon the Explicatory part of this Observation: I now come to the Application of it. av av-j pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1: pns11 av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 512 Page 252
4934 Ʋse 1. In the first place, Let us learn from hence, to adore the wisdom of God, in his great productions of Providence. Ʋse 1. In the First place, Let us Learn from hence, to adore the Wisdom of God, in his great productions of Providence. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp av, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4935 There is much, very much of God to be seen, in his great products of Providence: There is much, very much of God to be seen, in his great products of Providence: pc-acp vbz av-d, av av-d pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4936 but he is to be seen in them, in nothing more than this, his adopting and fitting the world to his designs. but he is to be seen in them, in nothing more than this, his adopting and fitting the world to his designs. cc-acp pns31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp pix av-dc cs d, po31 vvg cc vvg dt n1 p-acp po31 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4937 With how much blood must David have come to the Kingdom, the children of Israel been brought out of Egypt and Babylon, had it not been for this? Oh, the infinite, unsearchable wisdom of God! his footsteps are not known, his ways are past a creature's finding out. With how much blood must David have come to the Kingdom, the children of Israel been brought out of Egypt and Babylon, had it not been for this? O, the infinite, unsearchable Wisdom of God! his footsteps Are not known, his ways Are passed a creature's finding out. p-acp c-crq d n1 vmb np1 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n2 pp-f np1 vbn vvn av pp-f np1 cc np1, vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp d? uh, dt j, j n1 pp-f np1 po31 n2 vbr xx vvn, po31 n2 vbr p-acp dt ng1 vvg av. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4938 Wisdom in action is then much seen, when the action is not attempted, but at such a time as it takes effect. Wisdom in actium is then much seen, when the actium is not attempted, but At such a time as it Takes Effect. n1 p-acp n1 vbz av av-d vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx vvn, cc-acp p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pn31 vvz n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4939 The wisdom of the Smith teacheth him to strike, when the Mettal is hot and malleable. The Wisdom of the Smith Teaches him to strike, when the Metal is hight and malleable. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, c-crq dt n1 vbz j cc j. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4940 The wise General opens not his trenches, till all is ready to make the Sally, or assault: The wise General Opens not his Trenches, till all is ready to make the Sally, or assault: dt j n1 vvz xx po31 n2, c-acp d vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4941 nor springs the Mine, till it be carried right under the wall. Herein is the infinite wisdom of God seen, that he attempt• not a great work, nor springs the Mine, till it be carried right under the wall. Herein is the infinite Wisdom of God seen, that he attempt• not a great work, ccx vvz dt n1, c-acp pn31 vbb vvn av-jn p-acp dt n1. av vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvn, cst pns31 n1 xx dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4942 until he hath accommodated circumstances to it. until he hath accommodated Circumstances to it. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n2 p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 513 Page 252
4943 Ʋse 2. Secondly, Observe from hence; That the miscarrying of a good design, must be the product of mans improvidence; not of Gods directive Providence. Ʋse 2. Secondly, Observe from hence; That the miscarrying of a good Design, must be the product of men improvidence; not of God's directive Providence. j crd ord, vvb p-acp av; cst dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1; xx pp-f npg1 n1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 252
4944 There are many instances might be given of mens miscarrying in a good design, that is, in the attempt of things which God will certainly bring to pass. There Are many instances might be given of men's miscarrying in a good Design, that is, in the attempt of things which God will Certainly bring to pass. pc-acp vbr d n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f ng2 vvg p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 vmb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 252
4945 How many have perished, in their undertakings of works of Reformation, their works miscarried? The Providence of God, is not indeed excluded out of these events: How many have perished, in their undertakings of works of Reformation, their works miscarried? The Providence of God, is not indeed excluded out of these events: c-crq d vhb vvn, p-acp po32 n2-vvg pp-f n2 pp-f n1, po32 n2 vvn? dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz xx av vvd av pp-f d n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4946 it permitted those persons so to act, it governed their action: it permitted those Persons so to act, it governed their actium: pn31 vvd d n2 av pc-acp vvi, pn31 vvd po32 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4947 But it was their own ungrounded zeal and sinful passions, and undue precipitancy that caused their miscarriage. But it was their own ungrounded zeal and sinful passion, and undue precipitancy that caused their miscarriage. cc-acp pn31 vbds po32 d j n1 cc j n2, cc j n1 cst vvd po32 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4948 God's effective Providence never miscarrieth in its designs; for it always, either produceth a thing by an almighty-Power, miraculously; God's effective Providence never miscarrieth in its designs; for it always, either Produceth a thing by an almighty-Power, miraculously; npg1 j n1 av-x vvz p-acp po31 n2; p-acp pn31 av, d vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av-j; (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4949 or else so fitteth the worlds circumstances afore-hand, that if it be to be done mediately, it is certainly produced. or Else so fits the world's Circumstances aforehand, that if it be to be done mediately, it is Certainly produced. cc av av vvz dt ng1 n2 av, cst cs pn31 vbb pc-acp vbi vdn av-j, pn31 vbz av-j vvn. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4950 It is only mans haste and mis-guided zeal, that makes any good work abortive. It is only men haste and misguided zeal, that makes any good work abortive. pn31 vbz av-j ng1 n1 cc j n1, cst vvz d j n1 j. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4951 By a good work here, I understand, whatsoever is made the Object of a Divine Promise; By a good work Here, I understand, whatsoever is made the Object of a Divine Promise; p-acp dt j n1 av, pns11 vvb, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4952 and (by the way) this may teach us, not to let go our hold on the Promise, upon any such disaster. and (by the Way) this may teach us, not to let go our hold on the Promise, upon any such disaster. cc (p-acp dt n1) d vmb vvi pno12, xx pc-acp vvi vvi po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d d n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4953 If the work be of God, if it be any thing which God hath promised, it shall be effected, If the work be of God, if it be any thing which God hath promised, it shall be effected, cs dt n1 vbb pp-f np1, cs pn31 vbb d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4954 though it may miscarry in a first, or second undertaking; though it may miscarry in a First, or second undertaking; cs pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord, cc ord vvg; (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4955 either because the Providence of God is driving another design, viz. in the accomplishment of it, either Because the Providence of God is driving Another Design, viz. in the accomplishment of it, d c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg j-jn n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4956 first to punish some undertakers in it for their sins, which was the case of the Israelites against Benjamin, and against Ai; or for their precipitancy, and rash setting upon it out of Gods time; or their ill-managery of it: First to Punish Some undertakers in it for their Sins, which was the case of the Israelites against Benjamin, and against Ai; or for their precipitancy, and rash setting upon it out of God's time; or their ill-managery of it: ord pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 n2, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt; cc p-acp po32 n1, cc j n-vvg p-acp pn31 av pp-f npg1 n1; cc po32 j pp-f pn31: (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4957 yet let not your faith fail in the Promise, for the work shall revive in Gods time, yet let not your faith fail in the Promise, for the work shall revive in God's time, av vvb xx po22 n1 vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4958 when he hath fitted the Worlds circumstances a little better to it; it shall go on. But thirdly, when he hath fitted the World's Circumstances a little better to it; it shall go on. But Thirdly, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt ng1 n2 dt j av-jc p-acp pn31; pn31 vmb vvi a-acp. p-acp ord, (23) sermon (DIV3) 514 Page 253
4959 Ʋse 3. Let me call upon you to Observe this in Gods providential Dispensations, both towards the Church, Ʋse 3. Let me call upon you to Observe this in God's providential Dispensations, both towards the Church, j crd vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp vvb d p-acp n2 j n2, av-d p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4960 and towards your own Souls in particular: and towards your own Souls in particular: cc p-acp po22 d n2 p-acp j: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4961 Whoso is wise, observeth these things (saith the Text), and he shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. Whoso is wise, observeth these things (Says the Text), and he shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. r-crq vbz j, vvz d n2 (vvz dt n1), cc pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4981 so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. so that he as God Sitteth in the temple of God, showing himself that he is God. av cst pns31 p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg px31 d pns31 vbz np1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
5000 I tell you but my judgment, that before the fall of Antichrist, you must yet see a greater falling off from Popery, by the Princes of other Nations and their people. I tell you but my judgement, that before the fallen of Antichrist, you must yet see a greater falling off from Popery, by the Princes of other nations and their people. pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp po11 n1, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pn22 vmb av vvi dt jc n-vvg a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2 cc po32 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4962 This is a very observable thing, it will make us spiritually wise, it will make us to understand much of the Lords loving-kindness, in the products of his Providence. 1. I say first, it will give us spiritual wisdom, and in a great measure make us to understand Gods time for the production of his great works; This is a very observable thing, it will make us spiritually wise, it will make us to understand much of the lords Lovingkindness, in the products of his Providence. 1. I say First, it will give us spiritual Wisdom, and in a great measure make us to understand God's time for the production of his great works; d vbz dt av j n1, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 av-j j, pn31 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi d pp-f dt n2 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. crd pns11 vvb ord, pn31 vmb vvb pno12 j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi npg1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4963 and very much guide us, as to our duty in the use of means: what, and of what nature is seasonable, and proper for us to make use of. and very much guide us, as to our duty in the use of means: what, and of what nature is seasonable, and proper for us to make use of. cc av av-d vvi pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: r-crq, cc pp-f r-crq n1 vbz j, cc j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4964 For Example, There is a great expectation of the Conversion of the Jews; whether the whole Body of them shall be converted, For Exampl, There is a great expectation of the Conversion of the jews; whither the Whole Body of them shall be converted, p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt np2; cs dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vmb vbi vvn, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4965 or no, and whether they shall return to Jerusalem, and again build, and inhabit, that once holy City, I cannot say: or no, and whither they shall return to Jerusalem, and again built, and inhabit, that once holy city, I cannot say: cc uh-dx, cc cs pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1, cc av vvi, cc vvi, cst a-acp j n1, pns11 vmbx vvi: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4966 But the Scripture seemeth to incline very much, That there shall be a far greater conversion of them, But the Scripture seems to incline very much, That there shall be a Far greater conversion of them, cc-acp dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av av-d, cst a-acp vmb vbi dt av-j jc n1 pp-f pno32, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 253
4967 and calling of them in, than yet hath been. and calling of them in, than yet hath been. cc vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp, cs av vhz vbn. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4968 But to look for this suddenly, or to fix it upon any certain year, must needs be a very great, an idle and groundless vanity: But to look for this suddenly, or to fix it upon any certain year, must needs be a very great, an idle and groundless vanity: p-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp d av-j, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1, vmb av vbi dt av j, dt j cc j n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4969 we must first see the Worlds circumstances much better fitted to it, than we yet do; we must First see the World's Circumstances much better fitted to it, than we yet do; pns12 vmb ord vvi dt ng1 n2 av-d av-jc vvn p-acp pn31, cs pns12 av vdi; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4970 whilst either the lives, or blasphemies of the Jews are such, as it is not reasonable that Christian Princes should endure them in their Territories; while either the lives, or Blasphemies of the jews Are such, as it is not reasonable that Christian Princes should endure them in their Territories; cs d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt np2 vbr d, c-acp pn31 vbz xx j d njp n2 vmd vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4971 or the spirits of Christians are such, as they will not so endure them, or such Idolatries and Superstitions are amongst Christians, or the spirits of Christians Are such, as they will not so endure them, or such Idolatries and Superstitions Are among Christians, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr d, c-acp pns32 vmb xx av vvi pno32, cc d n2 cc n2 vbr p-acp np1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4972 as are abomination to that people: as Are abomination to that people: c-acp vbr n1 p-acp d n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4973 the circumstances of the World do not seem fitted to the production of such a great and noble work. the Circumstances of the World do not seem fitted to the production of such a great and noble work. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d dt j cc j n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4974 If we should live to see the bitterness of the Jews against Christ abated, and the bitterness of Christians Spirits against them more generally allayed; If we should live to see the bitterness of the jews against christ abated, and the bitterness of Christians Spirits against them more generally allayed; cs pns12 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1 vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f njpg2 n2 p-acp pno32 av-dc av-j vvn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4975 The lives, and worship of Christians more reformed from such superstitions as they abominate, and the lives of the Jews more reduced to rules of Christians; The lives, and worship of Christians more reformed from such superstitions as they abominate, and the lives of the jews more reduced to rules of Christians; dt n2, cc n1 pp-f np1 av-dc vvd p-acp d n2 c-acp pns32 vvi, cc dt n2 pp-f dt np2 av-dc vvn p-acp n2 pp-f np1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4976 we might then hope for something of this nature, and judg Gods time at hand. To give another instance: we might then hope for something of this nature, and judge God's time At hand. To give Another instance: pns12 vmd av vvi p-acp pi pp-f d n1, cc vvb npg1 n1 p-acp n1. p-acp vvi j-jn n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4977 Protestants do believe, or at least did (till of late some have began to doubt it) That the Pope of Rome was the great Antichrist: Protestants do believe, or At least did (till of late Some have began to doubt it) That the Pope of Room was the great Antichrist: n2 vdb vvi, cc p-acp ds vdd (c-acp pp-f av-j d vhb vvd pc-acp vvi pn31) cst dt n1 pp-f vvb vbds dt j np1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4978 That wicked one, of whom the Apostle prophecied, 2 Thess. 2.8, that should be revealed, whom God would consume with the spirit of his mouth, That wicked one, of whom the Apostle prophesied, 2 Thess 2.8, that should be revealed, whom God would consume with the Spirit of his Mouth, cst j pi, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vvd, crd np1 crd, cst vmd vbi vvn, ro-crq np1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4979 and with the brightness of his coming: and with the brightness of his coming: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4980 He it is, ver. 4, who opposeth, and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; He it is, ver. 4, who Opposeth, and Exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; pns31 pn31 vbz, fw-la. crd, r-crq vvz, cc vvz px31 p-acp d cst vbz vvn np1, cc d vbz vvn; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4982 The mysterie of his iniquity began to work, even in the Apostle's time, though there was none of many years after owned the name of Pope; or arrogant title of Ʋniversal Bishop, or Vicar of Christ, &c. But the Apostle, ver. 6, tells us, there was something which then hindered his being revealed, and would let, The mystery of his iniquity began to work, even in the Apostle's time, though there was none of many Years After owned the name of Pope; or arrogant title of Ʋniversal Bishop, or Vicar of christ, etc. But the Apostle, ver. 6, tells us, there was something which then hindered his being revealed, and would let, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, av p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs pc-acp vbds pi pp-f d n2 a-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f n1; cc j n1 pp-f j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd, vvz pno12, pc-acp vbds pi r-crq av vvd po31 n1 vvn, cc vmd vvi, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4983 until he should be taken away. The Roman Empire hindered, nor is that hinderance yet taken away. until he should be taken away. The Roman Empire hindered, nor is that hindrance yet taken away. c-acp pns31 vmd vbi vvn av. dt njp n1 vvn, ccx vbz cst n1 av vvn av. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4984 'Tis true, there is but a stump of that Empire remaining in Germany, Spain, France, England, many other great boughs are lop'd off it; It's true, there is but a stump of that Empire remaining in Germany, Spain, France, England, many other great boughs Are loped off it; pn31|vbz j, pc-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvg p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, d j-jn j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4985 but most of them kept their Antichristian favour, though they changed their temporal Lords, and set up for, but most of them kept their Antichristian favour, though they changed their temporal lords, and Set up for, cc-acp ds pp-f pno32 vvd po32 jp n1, cs pns32 vvd po32 j n2, cc vvn a-acp p-acp, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4986 and by themselves, as to temporal subjection and dominion. and by themselves, as to temporal subjection and dominion. cc p-acp px32, c-acp p-acp j n1 cc n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4987 You see and hear how fierce, the French, the Spaniards, the Portugals, &c. the house of Austria, are for the Romish Religion. You see and hear how fierce, the French, the Spanish, the Portugals, etc. the house of Austria, Are for the Romish Religion. pn22 vvb cc vvb c-crq j, dt jp, dt np2, dt np2, av dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr p-acp dt np1 n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4988 'Tis true, England hath broke that yoke off its neck; It's true, England hath broke that yoke off its neck; pn31|vbz j, np1 vhz vvn d n1 a-acp po31 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4989 so hath Holland: the Gospel hath got a great foot in Germany, France, Denmark, Poland, Sweden, Hungary; so hath Holland: the Gospel hath god a great foot in Germany, France, Denmark, Poland, Sweden, Hungary; av vhz n1: dt n1 vhz vvn dt j n1 p-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, np1, np1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 254
4990 but yet the Devil hath a large Chappel in most of those places. but yet the devil hath a large Chapel in most of those places. p-acp av dt n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp ds pp-f d n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4991 It is the National Religion of France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Imperial Proper-territories. God is fitting the circumstances of the World, much to his promised Work; It is the National Religion of France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, the Imperial Proper-territories. God is fitting the Circumstances of the World, much to his promised Work; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, dt j-jn n2. np1 vbz vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-d p-acp po31 j-vvn n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4992 of destroying this Antichrist with the spirit of his mouth, with the brightness of his coming. of destroying this Antichrist with the Spirit of his Mouth, with the brightness of his coming. pp-f vvg d np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4993 England is fallen off, Holland is fallen off, a great part of Switzerland, many Cities and Territories in Germany, Sweden, and Denmark; great numbers in France. God is by degrees doing his work, England is fallen off, Holland is fallen off, a great part of Switzerland, many Cities and Territories in Germany, Sweden, and Denmark; great numbers in France. God is by Degrees doing his work, np1 vbz vvn a-acp, n1 vbz vvn a-acp, dt j n1 pp-f np1, d n2 cc n2 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1; j n2 p-acp np1. np1 vbz p-acp n2 vdg png31 n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4994 and a great deal is done within the space of a hundred and fifty years last past (for it is no longer since Luther began to shake his Throne): and a great deal is done within the Molle of a hundred and fifty Years last passed (for it is no longer since Luther began to shake his Throne): cc dt j n1 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd cc crd n2 ord vvd (c-acp pn31 vbz av-dx av-jc p-acp np1 vvd pc-acp vvi po31 n1): (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4995 but yet the circumstances of the World do not look, as if it were like to be a work we should see in our age; but yet the Circumstances of the World do not look, as if it were like to be a work we should see in our age; p-acp av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vbi dt n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4996 nor it may be our childrens children. nor it may be our Children's children. ccx pn31 vmb vbi po12 ng2 n2. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4997 Methinks the Scripture looks, as if that man of sin should die a natural death, not a violent one. I mean, that that Religion should be loathed out of the World, not fought out of it; Methinks the Scripture looks, as if that man of since should die a natural death, not a violent one. I mean, that that Religion should be loathed out of the World, not fought out of it; vvz dt n1 vvz, c-acp cs d n1 pp-f n1 vmd vvi dt j n1, xx dt j pi. pns11 vvb, cst d n1 vmd vbi vvn av pp-f dt n1, xx vvn av pp-f pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4998 God will consume it with the Spirit of his mouth, and with the brightness of his coming: God will consume it with the Spirit of his Mouth, and with the brightness of his coming: np1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n-vvg: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
4999 Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit (saith the Lord). Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit (Says the Lord). xx p-acp n1, ccx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp po11 n1 (vvz dt n1). (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5001 The Worlds circumstances do not yet seem fitted to that great Work: The World's Circumstances do not yet seem fitted to that great Work: dt ng1 n2 vdb xx av vvi vvn p-acp d j n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5002 God may work Miracles in the case, but I know no ground we have to expect them. God may work Miracles in the case, but I know no ground we have to expect them. np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vvb dx n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vvi pno32. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5003 I am very confident that Antichrist is in his wane, much past his full, declining every day; I am very confident that Antichrist is in his wane, much passed his full, declining every day; pns11 vbm av j cst np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, av-d p-acp po31 j, vvg d n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5004 and therefore the fears of some, that that ridiculous Religion should again over-spread England, or Holland, or any other reformed Church, do not much afflict me: and Therefore the fears of Some, that that ridiculous Religion should again overspread England, or Holland, or any other reformed Church, do not much afflict me: cc av dt n2 pp-f d, cst d j n1 vmd av j np1, cc n1, cc d n-jn vvn n1, vdb xx d vvi pno11: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5005 I take that for granted, that Babylon is falling; but when we shall hear that joyful sound, Babylon is fallen, Babylon is fallen, that I cannot tell you: I take that for granted, that Babylon is falling; but when we shall hear that joyful found, Babylon is fallen, Babylon is fallen, that I cannot tell you: pns11 vvb cst c-acp vvn, cst np1 vbz vvg; p-acp c-crq pns12 vmb vvi d j n1, np1 vbz vvn, np1 vbz vvn, cst pns11 vmbx vvi pn22: (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5006 but in the general I think, we must first see the World otherwise circumstanced than it is. but in the general I think, we must First see the World otherwise circumstanced than it is. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pns11 vvb, pns12 vmb ord vvi dt n1 av vvn cs pn31 vbz. (23) sermon (DIV3) 515 Page 255
5007 2. By this observation of the motions of Providence, you shall also understand much of Gods set time, 2. By this observation of the motions of Providence, you shall also understand much of God's Set time, crd p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pn22 vmb av vvb d pp-f npg1 j-vvn n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 516 Page 255
5008 as to shewing mercy to your own particular soul: viz. when your bodily, or spiritual circumstances are fitted for the desired mercy. as to showing mercy to your own particular soul: viz. when your bodily, or spiritual Circumstances Are fitted for the desired mercy. c-acp p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po22 d j n1: n1 c-crq po22 j, cc j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvn n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 516 Page 255
5009 1. I say first, when your bodily circumstances are fitted to it. 1. I say First, when your bodily Circumstances Are fitted to it. crd pns11 vvb ord, c-crq po22 j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 255
5010 There is nothing more evident, than the dependance of our minds upon our bodies, and the influence that some bodily distempers (especially) have upon our souls and minds: There is nothing more evident, than the dependence of our minds upon our bodies, and the influence that Some bodily distempers (especially) have upon our Souls and minds: pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cs dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 cst d j n2 (av-j) vhi p-acp po12 n2 cc n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 255
5011 now although it be true, that God can work miraculously, and by light can break through a darkness, be it never so thick, now although it be true, that God can work miraculously, and by Light can break through a darkness, be it never so thick, av cs pn31 vbb j, cst np1 vmb vvi av-j, cc p-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, vbb pn31 av-x av j, (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5012 and ravish a Soul with unspeakable joy and peace, though at that time it be yoked to a dark, cloudy, melancholick, disturbed body: and ravish a Soul with unspeakable joy and peace, though At that time it be yoked to a dark, cloudy, melancholic, disturbed body: cc vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1 cc n1, cs p-acp d n1 pn31 vbb vvn p-acp dt j, j, j, j-vvn n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5013 yet God useth not to work Miracles ordinarily, but to move in a more ordinary course of Providence, by the use and application of means that are proper: yet God uses not to work Miracles ordinarily, but to move in a more ordinary course of Providence, by the use and application of means that Are proper: av np1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi n2 av-jn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr j: (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5014 so that as it is seldom, but God useth the disorders and disturbances of the body, to influence and afflict the mind, so that as it is seldom, but God uses the disorders and disturbances of the body, to influence and afflict the mind, av cst p-acp pn31 vbz av, cc-acp np1 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 cc vvi dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5015 and to be (at least an adjuvant) cause, when he will trouble a Soul: and to be (At least an adjuvant) cause, when he will trouble a Soul: cc pc-acp vbb (p-acp ds dt n1) n1, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi dt n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5016 so he usually restoreth health, and a better constitution of body, when he intends to restore peace and quiet, and a composure of spirit; so he usually restoreth health, and a better constitution of body, when he intends to restore peace and quiet, and a composure of Spirit; av pns31 av-j vvz n1, cc dt jc n1 pp-f n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi n1 cc j-jn, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5017 I say, ordinarily he doth so. And hence again in the next place, I say, ordinarily he does so. And hence again in the next place, pns11 vvb, av-j pns31 vdz av. cc av av p-acp dt ord n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 517 Page 256
5018 3. We by giving attendance to this Observation, may learn our duty in reference to the use of Means, so as to use what is proper to its season: 3. We by giving attendance to this Observation, may Learn our duty in Referente to the use of Means, so as to use what is proper to its season: crd pns12 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi po12 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av c-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5019 for there is great wisdom to be used in apportioning means. For Example: for there is great Wisdom to be used in apportioning means. For Exampl: c-acp pc-acp vbz j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp vvg n2. p-acp n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5020 as to the bringing down of Antichrist, if Gods time be not come, the means are not, girding our swords upon our thighs, &c. (I question whether that will ever be a Mean proper to be used in that case); as to the bringing down of Antichrist, if God's time be not come, the means Are not, girding our swords upon our thighs, etc. (I question whither that will ever be a Mean proper to be used in that case); c-acp p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f np1, cs n2 n1 vbb xx vvn, dt n2 vbr xx, vvg po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, av (pns11 vvb cs d vmb av vbi dt j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1); (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5114 he then accordingly disposeth the spirits of the men of the world: he then accordingly Disposeth the spirits of the men of the world: pns31 av av-vvg vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5021 but endeavouring by all means possible, to loath the World of Popish superstitions and ceremonies, but endeavouring by all means possible, to loath the World of Popish superstitions and ceremonies, cc-acp vvg p-acp d n2 j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5022 and all the idolatry of that Synagogue, and of all the cheats they put upon the World, and all the idolatry of that Synagogue, and of all the cheats they put upon the World, cc d dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d dt vvz pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5023 and alienate the hearts of people from them. and alienate the hearts of people from them. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5024 So for calling the Jews: the means to be used is not inciting them to get into a body, So for calling the jews: the means to be used is not inciting them to get into a body, av p-acp vvg dt np2: dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn vbz xx vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5025 and heading them, &c. but to convince them of their errours, to endeavour the sweetning of their spirits, the enlightning their minds with the knowledg of the truth of the Gospel; and heading them, etc. but to convince them of their errors, to endeavour the sweetening of their spirits, the enlightening their minds with the knowledge of the truth of the Gospel; cc vvg pno32, av p-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f po32 n2, pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f po32 n2, dt n1 po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5026 and reconciling them to the Christian Religion, and shewing them the Examples of an holy life and conversation. and reconciling them to the Christian Religion, and showing them the Examples of an holy life and Conversation. cc n-vvg pno32 p-acp dt njp n1, cc vvg pno32 dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5027 So in case of particular Souls, where the discomposure of the mind, is originated in, or further advantaged by bodily distempers (which is a thing very frequently happening); So in case of particular Souls, where the discomposure of the mind, is originated in, or further advantaged by bodily distempers (which is a thing very frequently happening); av p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp, cc av-jc vvn p-acp j n2 (r-crq vbz dt n1 av av-j vvg); (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5028 I do not take it to be the duty of a Christian, meerly to pray and hear, I do not take it to be the duty of a Christian, merely to pray and hear, pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt njp, av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5029 but also to use natural means proper for the abating of these distempers: but also to use natural means proper for the abating of these distempers: cc-acp av pc-acp vvi j n2 j p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5030 yet not this, without Prayer and use of Ordinances, both for the blessing of God upon such means, yet not this, without Prayer and use of Ordinances, both for the blessing of God upon such means, av xx d, p-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5031 and for the further influences of his supernatural grace; and for the further influences of his supernatural grace; cc p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f po31 j n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5032 for God fitteth the circumstances of the person that is to receive the mercy, to the desired mercy, for God fits the Circumstances of the person that is to receive the mercy, to the desired mercy, p-acp np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5033 when he intendeth the bestowing of it; when he intends the bestowing of it; c-crq pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31; (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5034 as well as the circumstances of the World, to the mercy which in his set-time he intendeth for his Church: as well as the Circumstances of the World, to the mercy which in his set-time he intends for his Church: c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 256
5035 so, as I say, this observing of this method of Providence duly attended to, addeth spiritual Wisdom to a Christian, so, as I say, this observing of this method of Providence duly attended to, adds spiritual Wisdom to a Christian, av, c-acp pns11 vvb, d vvg pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 av-jn vvn p-acp, vvz j n1 p-acp dt njp, (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 257
5036 as in discerning of Gods time for mercy; as in discerning of God's time for mercy; c-acp p-acp vvg pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 257
5037 so also in directing him to his duty, as to proper means to be used by him in the way of his duty, in order to the obtaining of the mercy; so also in directing him to his duty, as to proper means to be used by him in the Way of his duty, in order to the obtaining of the mercy; av av p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 257
5038 teaching him to know, what Israel ought to do: teaching him to know, what Israel ought to doe: vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi, r-crq np1 vmd p-acp n1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 257
5039 what a good Christian ought to do under the circumstances, under which God hath brought him. what a good Christian ought to do under the Circumstances, under which God hath brought him. r-crq dt j njp vmd pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31. (23) sermon (DIV3) 518 Page 257
5040 2. By an attendance to this working of Providence, you shall understand much of the loving-kindness of the Lord; 2. By an attendance to this working of Providence, you shall understand much of the Lovingkindness of the Lord; crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n-vvg pp-f n1, pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5041 very much of the goodness and love of God to Nations and Churches, is seen in this his fitting of the worlds circumstances to his designs, before he produceth them; very much of the Goodness and love of God to nations and Churches, is seen in this his fitting of the world's Circumstances to his designs, before he Produceth them; av av-d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 cc n2, vbz vvn p-acp d po31 vvg pp-f dt ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32; (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5042 as his designs are effected without tumult and bloodshed, which otherwise through mens opposition to it, would not be avoided. as his designs Are effected without tumult and bloodshed, which otherwise through men's opposition to it, would not be avoided. c-acp po31 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq av p-acp ng2 n1 p-acp pn31, vmd xx vbi vvn. (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5132 If we do not admit of the hypothesis of this Observation; If we do not admit of the hypothesis of this Observation; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5043 With how much bloodshed (in all humane probability) must the Children of Israel have first came out of Egypt, then out of Babylon, had not God fitted the circumstances of the world, to those designs of his Providence? Who could have imagined, either the first Plantation of Gospel-Doctrine and Churches, With how much bloodshed (in all humane probability) must the Children of Israel have First Come out of Egypt, then out of Babylon, had not God fitted the Circumstances of the world, to those designs of his Providence? Who could have imagined, either the First Plantation of Gospel doctrine and Churches, p-acp c-crq d n1 (p-acp d j n1) vmb dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb ord vvd av pp-f np1, av av pp-f np1, vhd xx np1 vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1? q-crq vmd vhi vvn, d dt ord n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5044 or the after-reformation of it, when Popery had everywhere obscured it, had not God by an infinitely-wise Providence, or the after-reformation of it, when Popery had everywhere obscured it, had not God by an infinitely-wise Providence, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-crq n1 vhd av vvn pn31, vhd xx np1 p-acp dt j n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5045 first fitted the circumstances of the world to his own works? To give you an instance, First fitted the Circumstances of the world to his own works? To give you an instance, ord vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 d n2? p-acp vvi pn22 dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5046 so late, that it is in most of your memories. The Restauration of our present Soveraign, was a great work of Providence; so late, that it is in most of your memories. The Restauration of our present Sovereign, was a great work of Providence; av av-j, cst pn31 vbz p-acp ds pp-f po22 n2. dt n1 pp-f po12 j n-jn, vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1; (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5047 had not God fitted the circumstances of the three Nations for such a work, with how much tumult, confusion, had not God fitted the Circumstances of the three nations for such a work, with how much tumult, confusion, vhd xx np1 vvn dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2 p-acp d dt n1, p-acp c-crq d n1, n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5048 and blood-shed must it have been effected? It were easie to make the same observation of particular Providences, relateing to our selves; and bloodshed must it have been effected? It were easy to make the same observation of particular Providences, relating to our selves; cc n1 vmb pn31 vhi vbn vvn? pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi dt d n1 pp-f j n2, vvg p-acp po12 n2; (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5049 we shall find that God brings forth his works in their seasons, and his season is always such as the Wit and Wisdom of Man, had it been to chuse, could not have chosen a fitter: we shall find that God brings forth his works in their seasons, and his season is always such as the Wit and Wisdom of Man, had it been to choose, could not have chosen a fitter: pns12 vmb vvi cst np1 vvz av po31 n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc po31 n1 vbz av d c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vhd pn31 vbn p-acp vvi, vmd xx vhi vvn dt jc: (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5050 He maketh every thing beautiful in his time (saith Solomon). Indeed this is all the beauty of Providence (almost) which we discern: He makes every thing beautiful in his time (Says Solomon). Indeed this is all the beauty of Providence (almost) which we discern: pns31 vvz d n1 j p-acp po31 n1 (vvz np1). av d vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1 (av) r-crq pns12 vvb: (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5051 Beauty in persons lyes much in symmetry, or proportion of parts, and mixture of colours: Beauty in Persons lies much in symmetry, or proportion of parts, and mixture of colours: n1 p-acp n2 vvz d p-acp n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2: (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5052 There is a Beauty of Providence, that lyes in the symmetry and proportion of it to the revealed Will and Promises of God: There is a Beauty of Providence, that lies in the symmetry and proportion of it to the revealed Will and Promises of God: pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt vvn n1 cc vvz pp-f np1: (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5053 but the further beauty of Providence lyeth in the seasonableness of it, and the fittedness of Gods work to the circumstances of the world, but the further beauty of Providence lies in the seasonableness of it, and the fittedness of God's work to the Circumstances of the world, cc-acp dt jc n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5054 or of our persons at that time, when he produceth it. And herein we understand much of the loving-kindness of God. or of our Persons At that time, when he Produceth it. And herein we understand much of the Lovingkindness of God. cc pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pn31. cc av pns12 vvb av-d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 257
5055 But I shall add no more to this Observation. But I shall add no more to this Observation. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1. (23) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 258
5056 SERMON XX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 519 Page 258
5057 I Am going on in making some special Observations concerning the motions of Divine Providence: Five I have already made and discoursed, I proceed now to a sixth. I Am going on in making Some special Observations Concerning the motions of Divine Providence: Five I have already made and discoursed, I proceed now to a sixth. pns11 vbm vvg a-acp p-acp vvg d j n2 vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1: crd pns11 vhb av vvn cc vvn, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord. (24) sermon (DIV3) 520 Page 258
5058 Observ. 6. It usually subordinateth the civil affairs of the world, to the Religious concerns of his Church. Observation 6. It usually subordinateth the civil affairs of the world, to the Religious concerns of his Church. np1 crd pn31 av-j vvz dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j vvz pp-f po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 521 Page 258
5059 1. The world was of old divided into the circumcision, and the uncircumcision, that is, Jews and Gentiles: The Jews which were the circumcision, made the visible Church, 1. The world was of old divided into the circumcision, and the uncircumcision, that is, jews and Gentiles: The jews which were the circumcision, made the visible Church, crd dt n1 vbds pp-f j vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, cst vbz, np2 cc np1: dt np2 r-crq vbdr dt n1, vvd dt j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5060 until Christ's ascension, or at least until he came in the flesh. until Christ's Ascension, or At least until he Come in the Flesh. c-acp npg1 n1, cc p-acp ds c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5260 and cannot attend the execution of their malice upon the servants of God: and cannot attend the execution of their malice upon the Servants of God: cc vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5061 Since it hath been divided into Jews, Christians, and Heathens; I speak not meerly of the name Christians, (that I know was first given the Disciples of Christ at Antioch): but I understand under that notion, such as own Jesus Christ, Since it hath been divided into jews, Christians, and heathens; I speak not merely of the name Christians, (that I know was First given the Disciples of christ At Antioch): but I understand under that notion, such as own jesus christ, p-acp pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp np2, np1, cc n2-jn; pns11 vvb xx av-j pp-f dt n1 np1, (cst pns11 vvb vbds ord vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1): cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp d n1, d c-acp d np1 np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5062 and the Doctrine of his Gospel: these make up the New-Testament Church, the Gospel-Church: and the Doctrine of his Gospel: these make up the New testament Church, the Gospel-church: cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: d vvb a-acp dt n1 n1, dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5063 the whole number of them makes up the Church Catholick visible. Those of them in this or that Nation, make up the visible Church in such a Nation. the Whole number of them makes up the Church Catholic visible. Those of them in this or that nation, make up the visible Church in such a nation. dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vvz a-acp dt n1 njp j. d pp-f pno32 p-acp d cc d n1, vvb a-acp dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5064 Indeed a particular Organical-Church can consist of no more than so many, as have either explicitly or implicitly agreed to walk together under the charge and inspection of such or such Officers. Indeed a particular Organical-Church can consist of no more than so many, as have either explicitly or implicitly agreed to walk together under the charge and inspection of such or such Officers. np1 dt j n1 vmb vvi pp-f dx dc cs av d, c-acp vhb d av-j cc av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d cc d n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 522 Page 258
5065 2. But there is a world amongst Christians, as well as amongst Heathens; 2. But there is a world among Christians, as well as among heathens; crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2-jn; (24) sermon (DIV3) 523 Page 259
5066 all Hypocrites, and seeming Professors, who are carnal, and savour nothing but earthly things, make up this world: all Hypocrites, and seeming Professors, who Are carnal, and savour nothing but earthly things, make up this world: d n2, cc j-vvg n2, r-crq vbr j, cc vvb pix cc-acp j n2, vvb a-acp d n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 523 Page 259
5067 which is opposed to the invisible Church, which is restrained to the number of true and real Saints, who glory not in appearance, but in truth and reality. which is opposed to the invisible Church, which is restrained to the number of true and real Saints, who glory not in appearance, but in truth and reality. r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq n1 xx p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 cc n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 523 Page 259
5068 Now this Church of God, is that which God hath set his love upon above all other people in the world. Now this Church of God, is that which God hath Set his love upon above all other people in the world. av d n1 pp-f np1, vbz d r-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 523 Page 259
5069 1. The first and great objects of his love, are those whom he hath chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, and for whom in time Christ dyed, 1. The First and great objects of his love, Are those whom he hath chosen in christ before the Foundation of the world, and for whom in time christ died, crd dt ord cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp ro-crq p-acp n1 np1 vvd, (24) sermon (DIV3) 524 Page 259
5070 and whom God hath effectually called, and translated out of darkness into marvelous light. These are those whom God hath set a part for himself, Psal. 4.3. A chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people, to shew forth the praises of him, who hath called them out of darkness, into marvellous light. and whom God hath effectually called, and translated out of darkness into marvelous Light. These Are those whom God hath Set a part for himself, Psalm 4.3. A chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy Nation, a peculiar people, to show forth the praises of him, who hath called them out of darkness, into marvellous Light. cc r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn, cc vvn av pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. d vbr d r-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp px31, np1 crd. dt j-vvn n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno31, r-crq vhz vvn pno32 av pp-f n1, p-acp j n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 524 Page 259
5071 2. Next to these is the whole body of the visible Church. To the body of the Jews appertained the Adoption, and the Glory, and the Covenants, 2. Next to these is the Whole body of the visible Church. To the body of the jews appertained the Adoption, and the Glory, and the Covenants, crd ord p-acp d vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vvd dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5072 and the giving of the Law, and the Service of God, and the Promises, Rom. 9.4, 5. And, and the giving of the Law, and the Service of God, and the Promises, Rom. 9.4, 5. And, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvz, np1 crd, crd np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5073 as the Scripture mentioneth divers priviledges which were peculiar to the Jews, and are to the Church; as the Scripture mentioneth diverse privileges which were peculiar to the jews, and Are to the Church; c-acp dt n1 vvz j n2 r-crq vbdr j p-acp dt np2, cc vbr p-acp dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5074 as to have the Oracles of God, the Word and Sacraments; as to have the Oracles of God, the Word and Sacraments; a-acp pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5075 so doubtless there are many promises which relate to the whole body of the Church, which argue Gods peculiar kindness to that body of people. so doubtless there Are many promises which relate to the Whole body of the Church, which argue God's peculiar kindness to that body of people. av av-j pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvb npg1 j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5076 Whether it be, because God hath more honour from them, than from Pagans, or for the sake of his invisible Church which is amongst them, I shall not undertake to determine, certain it is that the thing is so. Whither it be, Because God hath more honour from them, than from Pagans, or for the sake of his invisible Church which is among them, I shall not undertake to determine, certain it is that the thing is so. cs pn31 vbb, c-acp np1 vhz dc n1 p-acp pno32, cs p-acp n2-jn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno32, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi, j pn31 vbz d dt n1 vbz av. (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5263 though usually, if the latter be the case, it is but an incertain time with the Church; though usually, if the latter be the case, it is but an incertain time with the Church; cs av-j, cs dt d vbb dt n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5077 Now the Observation which I make, is but a further evidence of this love, that God by his Providence disposeth and governeth the affairs of the world, in a just subordination to the good of his Church; Now the Observation which I make, is but a further evidence of this love, that God by his Providence Disposeth and Governs the affairs of the world, in a just subordination to the good of his Church; av dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb, vbz p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f d n1, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f po31 n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5078 and to those wise ends, which with reference to that he is bringing about: and this is true, both in reference to the Pagan world, and the Christian world; and to those wise ends, which with Referente to that he is bringing about: and this is true, both in Referente to the Pagan world, and the Christian world; cc p-acp d j n2, r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp cst pns31 vbz vvg p-acp: cc d vbz j, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc dt njp n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5079 according to the design which God hath, by which he doth design to do good to his whole Church; so he disposeth and governeth the affairs of the Pagan world. And according to the design God hath, by which he designs to bring about good to the sincere Servants of God in any place; according to the Design which God hath, by which he does Design to do good to his Whole Church; so he Disposeth and Governs the affairs of the Pagan world. And according to the Design God hath, by which he designs to bring about good to the sincere Servants of God in any place; vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz, p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz n1 p-acp vdb j p-acp po31 j-jn n1; av pns31 vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. cc vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 vhz, p-acp r-crq pns31 n2 p-acp vvi p-acp j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5080 so he disposeth, ordereth and governeth the affairs of ungodly men, amongst whom they live. This will appear by a twofold Observation, which you shall make: so he Disposeth, Ordereth and Governs the affairs of ungodly men, among whom they live. This will appear by a twofold Observation, which you shall make: av pns31 vvz, vvz cc vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb. d vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi: (24) sermon (DIV3) 525 Page 259
5081 1. Concerning the variety of the same people's spirits. 2. Concerning the variety of their actions. 1. Concerning the variety of the same people's spirits. 2. Concerning the variety of their actions. crd vvg dt n1 pp-f dt d ng1 n2. crd vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 527 Page 260
5082 1. As to the variety of the same people's spirits, with reference to the Church of God, 1. As to the variety of the same people's spirits, with Referente to the Church of God, crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d ng1 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5083 and those especially in it, that walk more fully and close with God. and those especially in it, that walk more Fully and close with God. cc d av-j p-acp pn31, cst vvb av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp np1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5084 It is matter of astonishment to those who do not wistly consider the wheel within the wheel, It is matter of astonishment to those who do not wistly Consider the wheel within the wheel, pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d r-crq vdb xx av vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5085 or the spirit of the living God within the wheels, upon which all the great actions of the world do turn: or the Spirit of the living God within the wheels, upon which all the great actions of the world do turn: cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb vvi: (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5086 the world is sometimes all in an uproar against those they nickname Puritans, that is, such as exercise themselves to keep a good conscience, both towards God, the world is sometime all in an uproar against those they nickname Puritans, that is, such as exercise themselves to keep a good conscience, both towards God, dt n1 vbz av av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pns32 n1 np2, cst vbz, d c-acp vvb px32 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av-d p-acp np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5087 and towards men, (for that is the true description of such a person); and towards men, (for that is the true description of such a person); cc p-acp n2, (c-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f d dt n1); (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5088 and if profane and carnal men hate some that are otherwise in their Conversation, it is but their mistake, for they think them so; and if profane and carnal men hate Some that Are otherwise in their Conversation, it is but their mistake, for they think them so; cc cs j cc j n2 vvb d cst vbr av p-acp po32 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 av; (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5089 holiness and strict walking, is the thing they hate, revile, and maligne: holiness and strict walking, is the thing they hate, revile, and malign: n1 cc j n-vvg, vbz dt n1 pns32 vvb, vvb, cc vvi: (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5090 If you were of the world (saith our Saviour) the world would love its own; If you were of the world (Says our Saviour) the world would love its own; cs pn22 vbdr pp-f dt n1 (vvz po12 n1) dt n1 vmd vvi po31 d; (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5091 but because you are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, but Because you Are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, cc-acp c-acp pn22 vbr xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5092 therefore the world hateth you, John 15.19. sometimes again the scene is quite altered, that of the Prophet Zechariah is fulfilled: Therefore the world hates you, John 15.19. sometime again the scene is quite altered, that of the Prophet Zechariah is fulfilled: av dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd. av av dt n1 vbz av vvn, cst pp-f dt n1 np1 vbz vvn: (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5093 Ten men take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you, Ten men take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you, crd n2 vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbz dt np1, vvg, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5094 for we have heard that the Lord is with you: men stand amazed at this. The People of God are the same, walk in the same method of Conversation: for we have herd that the Lord is with you: men stand amazed At this. The People of God Are the same, walk in the same method of Conversation: c-acp pns12 vhb vvn d dt n1 vbz p-acp pn22: n2 vvb vvn p-acp d. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr dt d, vvb p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5095 but the hand of God is in the thing. but the hand of God is in the thing. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5096 Sometimes God designeth in his external Providence to smile upon his people, and give them some breathing-time, a few halcion-days; Sometime God designeth in his external Providence to smile upon his people, and give them Some breathing-time, a few halcion-days; av np1 vvz p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno32 d n1, dt d n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5097 then they shall find favour in the eyes of the great men of the Earth, and of their lesser neighbours: then they shall find favour in the eyes of the great men of the Earth, and of their lesser neighbours: av pns32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f po32 jc n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5098 another time he designeth to scourge and chasten his people, then every ones spirit shall be up, Another time he designeth to scourge and chasten his people, then every ones Spirit shall be up, j-jn n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1, cs d pig n1 vmb vbi a-acp, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5099 and their tongues let loose against them. Thus it was with the Israelites, Gods ancient people, Exod. 11.7. But against any of the children of Israel, shall not a dog move his tongue. and their tongues let lose against them. Thus it was with the Israelites, God's ancient people, Exod 11.7. But against any of the children of Israel, shall not a dog move his tongue. cc po32 n2 vvb j p-acp pno32. av pn31 vbds p-acp dt np2, n2 j n1, np1 crd. cc-acp p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vmb xx dt n1 vvi po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5100 The Psalmist telleth us, Psal. 105.23, 24. That Israel came into Egypt, and Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham, The Psalmist Telleth us, Psalm 105.23, 24. That Israel Come into Egypt, and Jacob sojourned in the land of Ham, dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd, crd cst np1 vvd p-acp np1, cc np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5101 and he increased his people greatly, and made them stronger than their enemies, Vers. 25. He turned their hearts to hate his people, to deal subtilly with his servants. and he increased his people greatly, and made them Stronger than their enemies, Vers. 25. He turned their hearts to hate his people, to deal subtly with his Servants. cc pns31 vvd po31 n1 av-j, cc vvd pno32 jc cs po32 n2, np1 crd pns31 vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 529 Page 260
5102 2. The great variety of actions in the world, doth also demonstrate this. 2. The great variety of actions in the world, does also demonstrate this. crd dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, vdz av vvi d. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 260
5103 In the 12th of the Revelations you have, as Divines think, shewed unto John the state of the Gospel-Church, there represented under the notion of a woman cloathed with the Sun, having the Moon under her feet, travelling, and in pain. In the 12th of the Revelations you have, as Divines think, showed unto John the state of the Gospel-church, there represented under the notion of a woman clothed with the Sun, having the Moon under her feet, traveling, and in pain. p-acp dt ord pp-f dt n2 pn22 vhb, c-acp n2-jn vvb, vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, vhg dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvg, cc p-acp n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5104 The Devil and his instruments, the Enemies of the Church, set out under the notion of a great Red Dragon, Vers. 3. Having seven heads, and ten horns, and seven crowns: The devil and his Instruments, the Enemies of the Church, Set out under the notion of a great Read Dragon, Vers. 3. Having seven Heads, and ten horns, and seven crowns: dt n1 cc po31 n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvd av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn n1, np1 crd vhg crd n2, cc crd n2, cc crd n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5105 This Dragon was cast unto the earth, and there ver. 13. He persecuted the woman, who had the wings of an Eagle given her, by which she fled into the wilderness, where she was nourished for a time, This Dragon was cast unto the earth, and there ver. 13. He persecuted the woman, who had the wings of an Eagl given her, by which she fled into the Wilderness, where she was nourished for a time, d n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp fw-la. crd pns31 vvn dt n1, r-crq vhd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5106 and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent, vers. 15. The serpent cast out of his mouth water, and times, and half a time, from the face of the serpent, vers. 15. The serpent cast out of his Mouth water, cc n2, cc av-jn dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, fw-la. crd dt n1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5107 as a flood after the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away off the flood. as a flood After the woman, that he might cause her to be carried away off the flood. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5108 Now vers. 16. it is said, That the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her mouth, Now vers. 16. it is said, That the earth helped the woman, and the earth opened her Mouth, av zz. crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 vvd dt n1, cc dt n1 vvd po31 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5109 and swallowed up the flood, which the Dragon cast out of his mouth. and swallowed up the flood, which the Dragon cast out of his Mouth. cc vvd a-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd av pp-f po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5110 Very good Interpreters, by the Earth there understand, Homines terrenos, per quos, saepe aliud agentes, Deus Ecclesiam suam mirabiliter protexit; Very good Interpreters, by the Earth there understand, Homines terrenos, per quos, saepe Aliud agents, Deus Church suam mirabiliter protexit; av j n2, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-gr, fw-la fw-la, fw-la vvn n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5111 The men of the Earth, by whom (though they intend no such thing) God often wonderfully protecteth his Church. The men of the Earth, by whom (though they intend no such thing) God often wonderfully Protecteth his Church. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq (c-acp pns32 vvb dx d n1) np1 av av-j vvz po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5112 God sometimes designeth to scourge and chasten his people for their sins, then all the world is in arms against them; God sometime designeth to scourge and chasten his people for their Sins, then all the world is in arms against them; np1 av vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs d dt n1 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp pno32; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5113 sometimes again, he designeth to increase his Church, and give them further ground to enlarge their Territories, and increase their borders: sometime again, he designeth to increase his Church, and give them further ground to enlarge their Territories, and increase their borders: av av, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc vvi pno32 jc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5115 and the truth is, the various complexion of those Nations in the world, that are Enemies to the Gospel of Christ, and the truth is, the various complexion of those nations in the world, that Are Enemies to the Gospel of christ, cc dt n1 vbz, dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5116 and of those persons, that are certain Enemies to the power and practice of Godliness, is a thing, of which an account can hardly be given by him, that doth not consider this; and of those Persons, that Are certain Enemies to the power and practice of Godliness, is a thing, of which an account can hardly be given by him, that does not Consider this; cc pp-f d n2, cst vbr j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1, pp-f r-crq dt n1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cst vdz xx vvi d; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5117 That God hath a people in the world, that are dear unto him, and with whom in the wisdom of his Providence he dealeth diversly, sometimes exalting, and lifting them up; That God hath a people in the world, that Are dear unto him, and with whom in the Wisdom of his Providence he deals diversely, sometime exalting, and lifting them up; cst np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbr j-jn p-acp pno31, cc p-acp ro-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvz av-j, av vvg, cc vvg pno32 a-acp; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5118 another time humbling them, and keeping them low, and with relation to these he governs the hearts and actions of Princes, Another time humbling them, and keeping them low, and with Relation to these he governs the hearts and actions of Princes, j-jn n1 vvg pno32, cc vvg pno32 av-j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d pns31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5119 and great men, and of the lower sort of men also; subordinating the affairs of the world to his designs, with reference to these people. and great men, and of the lower sort of men also; subordinating the affairs of the world to his designs, with Referente to these people. cc j n2, cc pp-f dt jc n1 pp-f n2 av; vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5120 God hath a design to multiply the seed of Jacob, according to his promise; though there be a famine in Canaan, it shall not destroy them; God hath a Design to multiply the seed of Jacob, according to his promise; though there be a famine in Canaan, it shall not destroy them; np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1; cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb xx vvi pno32; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5121 his Providence directeth one of that family to be sold into Egypt, to become a great man there, to save much people alive, to give them rest, his Providence directeth one of that family to be sold into Egypt, to become a great man there, to save much people alive, to give them rest, po31 n1 vvz crd pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 a-acp, pc-acp vvi d n1 j, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 261
5122 and a time to multiply there peaceably, Exod. 1.7. and a time to multiply there peaceably, Exod 1.7. cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp av-j, np1 crd. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5123 And the children of Israel were fruitful, and multiplied, and increased abundantly, and waxed exceeding mighty, And the children of Israel were fruitful, and multiplied, and increased abundantly, and waxed exceeding mighty, cc dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr j, cc vvn, cc vvd av-j, cc vvd av-vvg j, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5124 and the land was filled with them, Exod. 1.7. and the land was filled with them, Exod 1.7. cc dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32, np1 crd. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5125 But there was another part of the promise to be fulfilled, they were to come out of Egypt, and to inherit the promised land of Canaan. God accordingly ordereth the actions of the Kings of Egypt; they shall grow jealous of them, But there was Another part of the promise to be fulfilled, they were to come out of Egypt, and to inherit the promised land of Canaan. God accordingly Ordereth the actions of the Kings of Egypt; they shall grow jealous of them, p-acp a-acp vbds j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns32 vbdr pc-acp vvi av pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1. np1 av-vvg vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; pns32 vmb vvi j pp-f pno32, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5126 and set themselves to destroy them: and Set themselves to destroy them: cc vvi px32 pc-acp vvi pno32: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5127 He turned their hearts to hate his people (saith the Psalmist) and to deal subtilly with his servants. He turned their hearts to hate his people (Says the Psalmist) and to deal subtly with his Servants. pns31 vvd po32 n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 (vvz dt n1) cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5128 David is anointed to be King over Israel and Judah, and to the Kingdom he must come, the Philistines shall protect him; David is anointed to be King over Israel and Judah, and to the Kingdom he must come, the philistines shall Pact him; np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1 cc np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi, dt njp2 vmb vvi pno31; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5129 he shall flee to them for sanctuary against Saul, and they shall afford it him. On the contrary God hath a design to chasten the Israelites, and David their King; he shall flee to them for sanctuary against Saul, and they shall afford it him. On the contrary God hath a Design to chasten the Israelites, and David their King; pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc pns32 vmb vvi pn31 pno31. p-acp dt j-jn np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt np2, cc np1 po32 n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5130 the Philistines shall be their constant Enemies, seeking all advantages against them. There is nothing more remarkable in Divine Providence than this is: the philistines shall be their constant Enemies, seeking all advantages against them. There is nothing more remarkable in Divine Providence than this is: dt njp2 vmb vbi po32 j n2, vvg d n2 p-acp pno32. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp j-jn n1 cs d vbz: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5131 Who seeth, and is not astonished, sometimes to observe the strange difference in the complexion and inclinations of the wicked world, to Gods little remnant in it? The ebbing and flowing of the Tide (of which none that I know hath as yet given the world a satisfactory account) is not so unaccountable a thing as this is. Who sees, and is not astonished, sometime to observe the strange difference in the complexion and inclinations of the wicked world, to God's little remnant in it? The ebbing and flowing of the Tide (of which none that I know hath as yet given the world a satisfactory account) is not so unaccountable a thing as this is. q-crq vvz, cc vbz xx vvn, av pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp npg1 j n1 p-acp pn31? dt j-vvg cc vvg pp-f dt n1 (pp-f r-crq pix cst pns11 vvb vhz p-acp av vvn dt n1 dt j n1) vbz xx av j dt n1 c-acp d vbz. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5133 Will not any one be amazed to consider how the Gospel should at first have gotten any footing in the world, Will not any one be amazed to Consider how the Gospel should At First have got any footing in the world, vmb xx d crd vbb vvn pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 vmd p-acp ord vhb vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5134 but for this? What a strange thing it was, that John the Baptist, the harbinger of our blessed Lord, should be suffered to come preaching in the wilderness; but for this? What a strange thing it was, that John the Baptist, the harbinger of our blessed Lord, should be suffered to come preaching in the Wilderness; cc-acp p-acp d? q-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbds, cst np1 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5135 and so plainly to point out the coming of the Messias, that Jerusalem, and all Judea, and all the Region round about Jordan, should go out to him, confess their sins, and be baptized of him: and so plainly to point out the coming of the Messias, that Jerusalem, and all Judea, and all the Region round about Jordan, should go out to him, confess their Sins, and be baptised of him: cc av av-j pc-acp vvi av dt n-vvg pp-f dt np1, cst np1, cc d np1, cc d dt n1 av-j p-acp n1, vmd vvi av p-acp pno31, vvb po32 n2, cc vbi vvn pp-f pno31: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5136 that immediately upon this Christ should come, and meet with that acceptance he did, though indeed it was true, that the generality of his own received him not. that immediately upon this christ should come, and meet with that acceptance he did, though indeed it was true, that the generality of his own received him not. cst av-j p-acp d np1 vmd vvi, cc vvi p-acp d n1 pns31 vdd, cs av pn31 vbds j, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 d vvd pno31 xx. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5137 That first the seventy, and then the twelve should go out to Preach the Gospel, That First the seventy, and then the twelve should go out to Preach the Gospel, cst ord dt crd, cc av dt crd vmd vvi av pc-acp vvi dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5138 and Paul alone should carry it from Hierusalem to Illyricum; and the great persecutions should not arise, till the Gospel had got such a footing, that it was not to be rooted out; and Paul alone should carry it from Jerusalem to Illyricum; and the great persecutions should not arise, till the Gospel had god such a footing, that it was not to be rooted out; cc np1 av-j vmd vvi pn31 p-acp np1 p-acp np1; cc dt j n2 vmd xx vvi, c-acp dt n1 vhd vvn d dt n-vvg, cst pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn av; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5139 but they rather tended to the furtherance, than to the hinderance of it. but they rather tended to the furtherance, than to the hindrance of it. cc-acp pns32 av-c vvd p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5140 I say these were all strange things to him, that considereth not how God, to this great end, subordinated the affairs of the world. I say these were all strange things to him, that Considereth not how God, to this great end, subordinated the affairs of the world. pns11 vvb d vbdr d j n2 p-acp pno31, cst vvz xx c-crq np1, p-acp d j n1, vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 262
5141 The Jews were then tributary to the Romans, and so in no capacity to shew themselves such hinderers of this, The jews were then tributary to the Roman, and so in no capacity to show themselves such hinderers of this, dt np2 vbdr av n-jn p-acp dt njp2, cc av p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi px32 d n2 pp-f d, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5142 as probably they otherwise would have been: The Romans were a great while more careless in the matters of Religion; as probably they otherwise would have been: The Romans were a great while more careless in the matters of Religion; c-acp av-j pns32 av vmd vhi vbn: dt np1 vbdr dt j n1 av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5143 while the Gospel continued in Judea, it made little noise in the world, and was looked upon but as a division amongst the Jews in matters of Religion: while the Gospel continued in Judea, it made little noise in the world, and was looked upon but as a division among the jews in matters of Religion: cs dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, pn31 vvd j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbds vvn p-acp cc-acp c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt np2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5144 in which the great masters of the world concerned not themselves so much; in which the great Masters of the world concerned not themselves so much; p-acp r-crq dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd xx px32 av av-d; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5145 and when the Apostles first carried the Gospel amongst the Heathens, it was at first little taken notice of, and when the Apostles First carried the Gospel among the heathens, it was At First little taken notice of, cc c-crq dt n2 ord vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2-jn, pn31 vbds p-acp ord av-j vvn n1 pp-f, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5146 while the Christians grew very numerous; so as ten persecutions, succeeding one another, could not root them out; while the Christians grew very numerous; so as ten persecutions, succeeding one Another, could not root them out; cs dt njpg2 vvd av j; av c-acp crd n2, vvg pi j-jn, vmd xx vvi pno32 av; (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5147 and the same thing you shall constantly observe in any great works of Providence relating to the Church. and the same thing you shall constantly observe in any great works of Providence relating to the Church. cc dt d n1 pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5148 It could not have been thought, that Germany and France should have so easily fallen in with the carrying on of the Reformation, It could not have been Thought, that Germany and France should have so Easily fallen in with the carrying on of the Reformation, pn31 vmd xx vhi vbn vvn, cst np1 cc np1 vmd vhi av av-j vvn p-acp p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5149 if the Providence of God had not first fitted the world for it, by the complexion of Princes, the diversity of their interests, by suffering the ignorance and sottishness of the Popish-Clergy, together with their covetousness, ambition and debauchery, to grow to that heighth, that they grew an abomination to all men. if the Providence of God had not First fitted the world for it, by the complexion of Princes, the diversity of their interests, by suffering the ignorance and sottishness of the Popish-Clergy, together with their covetousness, ambition and debauchery, to grow to that height, that they grew an abomination to all men. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd xx ord vvn dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av p-acp po32 n1, n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 530 Page 263
5150 And as it is in the Political and Ecclesiastical body, so it is as to the particular persons of Christians; And as it is in the Political and Ecclesiastical body, so it is as to the particular Persons of Christians; cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt j cc j n1, av pn31 vbz a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5151 the Providence of God (ordinarily) disposeth the body, according to the work which he hath to do upon the soul. the Providence of God (ordinarily) Disposeth the body, according to the work which he hath to do upon the soul. dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-j) vvz dt n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz pc-acp vdi p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5152 But that is more forreign to my observation, therefore I shall not inlarge upon it. But that is more foreign to my observation, Therefore I shall not enlarge upon it. p-acp d vbz av-dc j p-acp po11 n1, av pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5153 Besides that I spake something to it under the former observation, which hath some cognation with this, this only differing from it in this, shewing you, that the Providence of God doth not make the Church lacquey to the world, Beside that I spoke something to it under the former observation, which hath Some cognation with this, this only differing from it in this, showing you, that the Providence of God does not make the Church lackey to the world, p-acp cst pns11 vvd pi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz d n1 p-acp d, d av-j vvg p-acp pn31 p-acp d, vvg pn22, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5154 but he makes the world lacquey to the Church; but he makes the world lackey to the Church; cc-acp pns31 vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5155 and subordinateth the business of the world to his own great designs, relating to the Church. and subordinateth the business of the world to his own great designs, relating to the Church. cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 d j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5156 Now if you ask me the reason of this, it doubtless lyeth, Now if you ask me the reason of this, it doubtless lies, av cs pn22 vvb pno11 dt n1 pp-f d, pn31 av-j vvz, (24) sermon (DIV3) 531 Page 263
5157 Reas. In the peculiar favour of God, to that people in the world, which bear the name of his Church. Reas. In the peculiar favour of God, to that people in the world, which bear the name of his Church. np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 263
5158 You have an expression, Psal. 87.2. The Lord loveth the gates of Sion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Sion was the place, at the foot of which the Temple was built, where all the worship which God had in the world performed according to his will was performed: You have an expression, Psalm 87.2. The Lord loves the gates of Sion, more than all the dwellings of Jacob. Sion was the place, At the foot of which the Temple was built, where all the worship which God had in the world performed according to his will was performed: pn22 vhb dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1, av-dc cs d dt n2 pp-f np1 np1 vbds dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbds vvn, c-crq d dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 vvd vvg p-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 263
5159 The tabernacle in Shiloh was forsaken, Psal. 78.60. The tabernacle in Shiloh was forsaken, Psalm 78.60. dt n1 p-acp np1 vbds vvn, np1 crd. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 263
5160 God hath a particular kindness for any place, for any persons, amongst whom his true worship is, God hath a particular kindness for any place, for any Persons, among whom his true worship is, np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n2, p-acp ro-crq po31 j n1 vbz, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5161 and where he hath placed to himself a Tabernacle; and where he hath placed to himself a Tabernacle; cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31 dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5162 though God had a kindness for the whole seed of Jacob, yet he loved the gates of Sion above all the dwellings of Jacob, because that was the place where his worship was regularly performed. though God had a kindness for the Whole seed of Jacob, yet he loved the gates of Sion above all the dwellings of Jacob, Because that was the place where his worship was regularly performed. cs np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp d vbds dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vbds av-j vvn. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5163 It holds still under the New Testament, and will hold to the end of the world; It holds still under the New Testament, and will hold to the end of the world; pn31 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5164 wheresoever God hath a Church, or people, he hath a particular kindness for that people: wheresoever God hath a Church, or people, he hath a particular kindness for that people: c-crq np1 vhz dt n1, cc n1, pns31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5165 they are in Scripture called the house of God. God is said to dwell, and walk amongst them; they Are in Scripture called the house of God. God is said to dwell, and walk among them; pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp pno32; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5166 and God hath yet a more particular favour to those that are the invisible part of the visible Church; and God hath yet a more particular favour to those that Are the invisible part of the visible Church; cc np1 vhz av dt av-dc j n1 p-acp d cst vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5167 I mean such as truly belong unto God, that worship him in spirit, and in truth; I mean such as truly belong unto God, that worship him in Spirit, and in truth; pns11 vvb d c-acp av-j vvi p-acp np1, cst vvb pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5168 that fear the Lord, and hope in his mercies, as the Psalmist expresseth it, Psal. 33.18. All the world is nothing to God, in comparison of this little flock, to whom it is his will to give a Kingdom: that Fear the Lord, and hope in his Mercies, as the Psalmist Expresses it, Psalm 33.18. All the world is nothing to God, in comparison of this little flock, to whom it is his will to give a Kingdom: cst vvb dt n1, cc vvb p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. av-d dt n1 vbz pix p-acp np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d j n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5169 He hath given them his Christ, and shall he not with him give them all things? This were easily to be proved to you from a variety of Scripture, and arguments drawn from thence. He hath given them his christ, and shall he not with him give them all things? This were Easily to be proved to you from a variety of Scripture, and Arguments drawn from thence. pns31 vhz vvn pno32 po31 np1, cc vmb pns31 xx p-acp pno31 vvi pno32 d n2? d vbdr av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 vvn p-acp av. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5170 Now supposing this, it is no wonder if he subordinateth his works in the world, to his designs here: Now supposing this, it is no wonder if he subordinateth his works in the world, to his designs Here: av vvg d, pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns31 vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n2 av: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5171 This is that Canaan which the Lord careth for, and upon which his eyes are from one end of the year to another, Deut. 11. His heritage, the dearly beloved of his soul, Jer. 12.7. His peculiar treasure, his sister, his spouse, the redeemed and ransomed of the Lord, his portion; This is that Canaan which the Lord Careth for, and upon which his eyes Are from one end of the year to Another, Deuteronomy 11. His heritage, the dearly Beloved of his soul, Jer. 12.7. His peculiar treasure, his sister, his spouse, the redeemed and ransomed of the Lord, his portion; d vbz cst np1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, cc p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vbr p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn, np1 crd po31 n1, dt av-jn vvn pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. po31 j n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, dt j-vvn cc vvn pp-f dt n1, po31 n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5172 in short, there is a multitude of expressions, by which God hath shewen that his Church, the whole body of people owning and professing him; in short, there is a multitude of expressions, by which God hath shown that his Church, the Whole body of people owning and professing him; p-acp j, pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn d po31 n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 vvg cc vvg pno31; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5173 and especially those of them, that worship him in spirit and truth, and walk up to the rule of his word, are dearer to him than all the world besides. and especially those of them, that worship him in Spirit and truth, and walk up to the Rule of his word, Are Dearer to him than all the world beside. cc av-j d pp-f pno32, cst vvb pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbr jc-jn pc-acp pno31 cs d dt n1 a-acp. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5174 He calls them his bride, Rev. 21.9. His beloved, Psal. 108.6. His building, 1 Cor. 3.9. His City, Heb. 12.22. His chosen generation, 1 Pet. 2.9. His family, Eph. 3.15. His husbandry, 1 Cor. 3.9. His Kingdom, the lot of his inheritance. He calls them his bride, Rev. 21.9. His Beloved, Psalm 108.6. His building, 1 Cor. 3.9. His city, Hebrew 12.22. His chosen generation, 1 Pet. 2.9. His family, Ephesians 3.15. His Husbandry, 1 Cor. 3.9. His Kingdom, the lot of his inheritance. pns31 vvz pno32 po31 n1, n1 crd. po31 j-vvn, np1 crd. po31 n1, crd np1 crd. po31 n1, np1 crd. po31 j-vvn n1, crd np1 crd. po31 n1, np1 crd. po31 n1, crd np1 crd. po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5175 Now considering this, it is no wonder at all, that the Providence of God should manage all the affairs of the world, in subordination to his designs, Now considering this, it is no wonder At all, that the Providence of God should manage all the affairs of the world, in subordination to his designs, av vvg d, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp d, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5176 for the good of this body. for the good of this body. p-acp dt j pp-f d n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5177 All the relation of God to others, is but that of a Creator; and they are no better than the synagogues of Satan, All the Relation of God to Others, is but that of a Creator; and they Are no better than the Synagogues of Satan, av-d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2-jn, vbz p-acp d pp-f dt n1; cc pns32 vbr dx jc cs dt n2 pp-f np1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5178 as to the Divine Worship that is in them: and the throne of Satan, with respect to the homage of their Conversation: as to the Divine Worship that is in them: and the throne of Satan, with respect to the homage of their Conversation: c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32: cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 264
5179 They are called children of wrath, of disobedience, of the curse, strangers, and forreiners. If God sometimes gives up his people into the hands of wicked men, it is either, 1. For his peoples good, to purge away their dross, They Are called children of wrath, of disobedience, of the curse, Strangers, and foreigners. If God sometime gives up his people into the hands of wicked men, it is either, 1. For his peoples good, to purge away their dross, pns32 vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, pp-f dt n1, n2, cc n2. cs np1 av vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pn31 vbz av-d, crd p-acp po31 ng1 j, pc-acp vvi av po32 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5180 and take away their tinn (as the Prophet expresseth it), or for to ripen sinners for their destruction, that they may by it fill up the measure of their iniquities. and take away their Tin (as the Prophet Expresses it), or for to ripen Sinners for their destruction, that they may by it fill up the measure of their iniquities. cc vvb av po32 j (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31), cc c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb p-acp pn31 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5181 Methinks you have a full proof of this Observation, in the 105 Psalm: Methinks you have a full proof of this Observation, in the 105 Psalm: vvz pn22 vhb dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt crd n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5182 the Psalmist in that Psalm, is calling the Church of the Jews to give thanks unto the Lord, to sing unto him, to talk of all his wondrous works. the Psalmist in that Psalm, is calling the Church of the jews to give thanks unto the Lord, to sing unto him, to talk of all his wondrous works. dt n1 p-acp d n1, vbz vvg dt n1 pp-f dt np2 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi pp-f d po31 j n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5183 Then followeth a recapitulation of those great things which God had done for them; amongst which, this is reckoned, that he subordinated his motions of Providence amongst the men, Then follows a recapitulation of those great things which God had done for them; among which, this is reckoned, that he subordinated his motions of Providence among the men, av vvz dt n1 pp-f d j n2 r-crq np1 vhd vdn p-acp pno32; p-acp r-crq, d vbz vvn, cst pns31 vvn po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5184 and the nations of the world, to his gracious designs for them; Vers. 14. He suffered no man to do them wrong; and the Nations of the world, to his gracious designs for them; Vers. 14. He suffered no man to do them wrong; cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp pno32; np1 crd pns31 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vdi pno32 n-jn; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5185 yea he reproved Kings for their sake; saying, Touch not mine anointed, do my prophets no harm; yea he reproved Kings for their sake; saying, Touch not mine anointed, do my Prophets no harm; uh pns31 vvd n2 p-acp po32 n1; vvg, vvb xx po11 j-vvn, vdb po11 n2 dx n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5186 and so he goes on, almost quite through that Psalm. Now I say, the reason of all this was, his love set upon this people. and so he Goes on, almost quite through that Psalm. Now I say, the reason of all this was, his love Set upon this people. cc av pns31 vvz a-acp, av av p-acp d n1. av pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f d d vbds, po31 n1 vvn p-acp d n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5187 As most of us have some particular persons, that our heart is most set upon; some particular interest and design that we drive on: As most of us have Some particular Persons, that our heart is most Set upon; Some particular Interest and Design that we drive on: p-acp ds pp-f pno12 vhi d j n2, cst po12 n1 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp; d j n1 cc n1 cst pns12 vvb a-acp: (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5188 now whoever those persons be, or whatever that design be, we make all the rest of our actions to be subordinate to that. now whoever those Persons be, or whatever that Design be, we make all the rest of our actions to be subordinate to that. av r-crq d n2 vbb, cc r-crq cst n1 vbi, pns12 vvb d dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 pc-acp vbi j p-acp d. (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5189 So the great God having set up his glory as his great interest and design, and set apart him and them that are godly for himself; So the great God having Set up his glory as his great Interest and Design, and Set apart him and them that Are godly for himself; np1 dt j np1 vhg vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 j n1 cc n1, cc vvd av pno31 cc pno32 cst vbr j p-acp px31; (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5190 it is no wonder at all if he ruleth all the world, and governeth all the affairs of it, in subordination to this great interest, it is no wonder At all if he Ruleth all the world, and Governs all the affairs of it, in subordination to this great Interest, pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp d cs pns31 vvz d dt n1, cc vvz d dt n2 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 p-acp d j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5191 and the good of this people. I now come to the Application of this Observation. Ʋse 1. In the first place (as I said before upon the other Observation, so I say here): and the good of this people. I now come to the Application of this Observation. Ʋse 1. In the First place (as I said before upon the other Observation, so I say Here): cc dt j pp-f d n1. pns11 av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. j crd p-acp dt ord n1 (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, av pns11 vvb av): (24) sermon (DIV3) 532 Page 265
5192 From hence a wise and observing Christian, may in a great measure know, what weather it is like to be in the Climate of the Church: From hence a wise and observing Christian, may in a great measure know, what weather it is like to be in the Climate of the Church: p-acp av dt j cc j-vvg np1, vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi, q-crq n1 pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5193 How it is like to fare with them that are the People of God. They are, and always were the far lesser part of the world; How it is like to fare with them that Are the People of God. They Are, and always were the Far lesser part of the world; c-crq pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. pns32 vbr, cc av vbdr dt av-j jc n1 pp-f dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5194 and their quiet and tranquillity (to look with a rational eye) doth much depend upon the complexion of the men of the world, and their inclinations: and their quiet and tranquillity (to look with a rational eye) does much depend upon the complexion of the men of the world, and their inclinations: cc po32 j-jn cc n1 (pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1) vdz d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc po32 n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5195 if God intends a calm and tranquillity to the Church, he usually so ordereth the world, that the earth helps the woman, the men of the world, either out of good nature, if God intends a Cam and tranquillity to the Church, he usually so Ordereth the world, that the earth helps the woman, the men of the world, either out of good nature, cs np1 vvz dt j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j av vvz dt n1, cst dt n1 vvz dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, av-d av pp-f j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5196 or (which indeed mostly is the business) out of interest, shew them kindness. or (which indeed mostly is the business) out of Interest, show them kindness. cc (r-crq av j vbz dt n1) av pp-f n1, vvb pno32 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5197 Hence you shall observe, that when God intendeth the tranquillity and prosperity of the Church, his Providence (ordinarily) bringeth one of these things to pass. Hence you shall observe, that when God intends the tranquillity and Prosperity of the Church, his Providence (ordinarily) brings one of these things to pass. av pn22 vmb vvi, cst c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, po31 n1 (av-j) vvz crd pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi. (24) sermon (DIV3) 533 Page 265
5198 1. He sometimes raiseth up some eminent servant of his, to do great services for the men of the world: 1. He sometime Raiseth up Some eminent servant of his, to do great services for the men of the world: crd pns31 av vvz a-acp d j n1 pp-f png31, pc-acp vdi j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5199 this you see in the case of Joseph, God had designed the Jews a prospering, multiplying time in the land of Egypt: he raiseth up Joseph, makes him a Privy-Counsellor to Pharaoh, yea the second man in Egypt; and this by endowing him with a power to interpret Pharaohs dream, this you see in the case of Joseph, God had designed the jews a prospering, multiplying time in the land of Egypt: he Raiseth up Joseph, makes him a Privy-Counsellor to Pharaoh, yea the second man in Egypt; and this by endowing him with a power to interpret Pharaohs dream, d pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vhd vvn dt np2 dt n-vvg, j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pns31 vvz a-acp np1, vvz pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, uh dt ord n1 p-acp np1; cc d p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5200 so he came to be a great man, and was a protection to the Church of God for many years in Egypt. So when they were in the Captivity of Babylon, we do not read, that besides their Captivity, so he Come to be a great man, and was a protection to the Church of God for many Years in Egypt. So when they were in the Captivity of Babylon, we do not read, that beside their Captivity, av pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1, cc vbds dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 p-acp np1. av c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vdb xx vvi, cst p-acp po32 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5201 and their want of their worship at Hierusalem, their condition was very sad; and their want of their worship At Jerusalem, their condition was very sad; cc po32 n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1, po32 n1 vbds av j; (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5202 but in the peace of that Countrey, they had peace, yet they were amongst Heathens and Idolaters: but in the peace of that Country, they had peace, yet they were among heathens and Idolaters: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns32 vhd n1, av pns32 vbdr p-acp n2-jn cc n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5203 but the Providence of God raised up Daniel and the three Children, and by giving them great Wisdom, but the Providence of God raised up daniel and the three Children, and by giving them great Wisdom, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd a-acp np1 cc dt crd n2, cc p-acp vvg pno32 j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5204 and some miraculous deliverances of them, he brought them into a great credit; and Daniel was made first President over 120 Provinces. and Some miraculous Deliverances of them, he brought them into a great credit; and daniel was made First President over 120 Provinces. cc d j n2 pp-f pno32, pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1; cc np1 vbds vvn ord n1 p-acp crd n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5205 God designed afterwards the Jews peaceable building of the Temple, and enjoyment of their own land; God designed afterwards the jews peaceable building of the Temple, and enjoyment of their own land; np1 vvd av dt np2 j n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 d n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5206 his Providence brings Esther (one of them) to be Queen, makes use of Mordecay to discover a great treason, his Providence brings Esther (one of them) to be Queen, makes use of Mordecai to discover a great treason, po31 n1 vvz np1 (pi pp-f pno32) pc-acp vbi n1, vvz n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5207 and by this means brings these two eminent friends to his Church, into great reputation. The like might be parallel'd all along in story, and may be every day observed: but the Scripture-instances are enough. and by this means brings these two eminent Friends to his Church, into great reputation. The like might be paralleled all along in story, and may be every day observed: but the Scriptural instances Are enough. cc p-acp d n2 vvz d crd j n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n1. dt j vmd vbi vvn d a-acp p-acp n1, cc vmb vbi d n1 vvd: cc-acp dt n2 vbr d. (24) sermon (DIV3) 534 Page 266
5208 2. Sometimes the Providence of God makes the Earth to help the woman, by making his people the ballance to the clashing interests of the men of the world: 2. Sometime the Providence of God makes the Earth to help the woman, by making his people the balance to the clashing interests of the men of the world: crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp vvg po31 n1 dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5209 and this is a very ordinary method of Divine Providence. The men of the world are not always friends one with another; and this is a very ordinary method of Divine Providence. The men of the world Are not always Friends one with Another; cc d vbz dt av j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx av n2 pi p-acp n-jn; (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5210 if they were (in humane probability) the Church would quickly be swallowed up. if they were (in humane probability) the Church would quickly be swallowed up. cs pns32 vbdr (p-acp j n1) dt n1 vmd av-j vbi vvn a-acp. (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5211 But their lusts will not suffer them always to agree, and then the Providence of God (ordinarily) maketh his Church the ballance: But their Lustiest will not suffer them always to agree, and then the Providence of God (ordinarily) makes his Church the balance: p-acp po32 n2 vmb xx vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi, cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-j) vvz po31 n1 dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5212 and so they obtain peace and protection, either by a neutrality, not engaging on either side, and so they obtain peace and protection, either by a neutrality, not engaging on either side, cc av pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, av-d p-acp dt n1, xx vvg p-acp d n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5213 or by strengthening the weaker party against the stronger, where the case is such, that they can do it with consistency to their duty to God, and religious principles. or by strengthening the Weaker party against the Stronger, where the case is such, that they can do it with consistency to their duty to God, and religious principles. cc p-acp vvg dt jc n1 p-acp dt jc, c-crq dt n1 vbz d, cst pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc j n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5214 David with his little company, upon this account doubtless, was protected by the King of the Philistines a while. David with his little company, upon this account doubtless, was protected by the King of the philistines a while. np1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp d n1 av-j, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2 dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 535 Page 266
5215 3. Sometimes the Providence of God raiseth up his people to such a considerableness, as to the commerce and trade of a Nation; 3. Sometime the Providence of God Raiseth up his people to such a considerableness, as to the commerce and trade of a nation; crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 266
5216 that they cannot be rooted out, without cutting the sinews of a nation, and breaking the strength of it. that they cannot be rooted out, without cutting the sinews of a Nation, and breaking the strength of it. cst pns32 vmbx vbi vvn av, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31. (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 267
5217 The Prince (who Solomon saith is served by the field) is concerned as to his revenue; The Prince (who Solomon Says is served by the field) is concerned as to his revenue; dt n1 (r-crq np1 vvz vbz vvn p-acp dt n1) vbz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 267
5218 the poor are highly concerned as to their employment and livelihood; it may be many of the maddest of their Enemies are concerned; the poor Are highly concerned as to their employment and livelihood; it may be many of the maddest of their Enemies Are concerned; dt j vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1; pn31 vmb vbi d pp-f dt js pp-f po32 n2 vbr vvn; (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 267
5219 for there is a strange twisting of all mens interests in the trade and commerce of a Nation. for there is a strange twisting of all men's interests in the trade and commerce of a nation. c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j vvg pp-f d ng2 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 267
5220 This is another way by which the Providence of God helpeth and maketh the earthy part of the world to help the Woman his Church. This is Another Way by which the Providence of God Helpeth and makes the earthy part of the world to help the Woman his Church. d vbz j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 536 Page 267
5221 4. Sometimes the Providence of God suffers the maddest Enemies of his people, to run out to such strange extravagancies of oppression, and injustice, of folly, and superstition in worship, of looseness and debauchery in morals; 4. Sometime the Providence of God suffers the maddest Enemies of his people, to run out to such strange extravagancies of oppression, and injustice, of folly, and Superstition in worship, of looseness and debauchery in morals; crd av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt js n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5222 that the soberer part of men, though no great friends to the practice and power of godliness, that the Soberer part of men, though no great Friends to the practice and power of godliness, cst dt jc n1 pp-f n2, cs dx j n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5223 yet is not able to bear them, but chuse rather to take the part of them with whom they agree better in matters of civil justice, yet is not able to bear them, but choose rather to take the part of them with whom they agree better in matters of civil Justice, av vbz xx j pc-acp vvi pno32, cc-acp vvb av-c pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb av-jc p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5224 and sobriety, and temperance, though not at all better in matters of true Religion and Godliness. and sobriety, and temperance, though not At all better in matters of true Religion and Godliness. cc n1, cc n1, cs xx p-acp d jc p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5225 This was the very case in the beginning of Reformation, both in Germany, and other places: This was the very case in the beginning of Reformation, both in Germany, and other places: d vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5226 The Providence of God having designed a better time for the true worshippers of him, had so ordered it in his great Wisdom, that the Church men of the Popish party, had made themselves a just abomination to all sober persons; The Providence of God having designed a better time for the true worshippers of him, had so ordered it in his great Wisdom, that the Church men of the Popish party, had made themselves a just abomination to all Sobrium Persons; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhg vvn dt jc n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno31, vhd av vvn pn31 p-acp po31 j n1, cst dt n1 n2 pp-f dt j n1, vhd vvn px32 dt j n1 p-acp d j n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5227 the generality of their watch-men were such as they were in Israel and Judah, just before their ruin described, Isa. 56.10. His watch-men are blind, they are all ignorant, they are all dumb dogs, that cannot bark, sleeping, loving to slumber; the generality of their watchmen were such as they were in Israel and Judah, just before their ruin described, Isaiah 56.10. His watchmen Are blind, they Are all ignorant, they Are all dumb Dogs, that cannot bark, sleeping, loving to slumber; dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vbdr d c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp np1 cc np1, j p-acp po32 n1 vvn, np1 crd. po31 n2 vbr j, pns32 vbr d j, pns32 vbr d j n2, cst vmbx vvi, vvg, j-vvg pc-acp vvi; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5228 yea they are greedy dogs, that can never have enough; yea they Are greedy Dogs, that can never have enough; uh pns32 vbr j n2, cst vmb av-x vhi d; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5229 and shepheards that cannot understand, they all look to their own way, every one for his gain, from his quarter: and shepherds that cannot understand, they all look to their own Way, every one for his gain, from his quarter: cc n2 cst vmbx vvi, pns32 d vvb p-acp po32 d n1, d pi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5230 Come you, say they, I will fetch wine, and we will fill our selves with strong drink, Come you, say they, I will fetch wine, and we will fill our selves with strong drink, vvb pn22, vvb pns32, pns11 vmb vvi n1, cc pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp j n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5231 and to morrow shall be as this day, and much more abundant. and to morrow shall be as this day, and much more abundant. cc p-acp n1 vmb vbi p-acp d n1, cc av-d av-dc j. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5232 Just such a Clergy they had in Germany, and in England, and other parts too before the reformation. Just such a Clergy they had in Germany, and in England, and other parts too before the Reformation. av d dt n1 pns32 vhd p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, cc j-jn n2 av p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5233 Some learned men they had, but they (for the most part) spent their studies and pains about trifles in Divinity, subtil school-niceties and distinctions, signifying nothing to mens salvation: some learned men they had, but they (for the most part) spent their studies and pains about trifles in Divinity, subtle school-niceties and Distinctions, signifying nothing to men's salvation: d j n2 pns32 vhd, cc-acp pns32 (c-acp dt av-ds n1) vvd po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1, j n2 cc n2, vvg pix p-acp ng2 n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5234 the generality of them were drunken sots, and debauched persons, dumb dogs that could not bark; the generality of them were drunken sots, and debauched Persons, dumb Dogs that could not bark; dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbdr j n2, cc j-vvn n2, j n2 cst vmd xx vvi; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5235 neither pray, nor preach, nor say any thing (almost) beyond what they had in their mass-books; neither prey, nor preach, nor say any thing (almost) beyond what they had in their Mass-books; dx n1, ccx vvi, ccx vvb d n1 (av) p-acp r-crq pns32 vhd p-acp po32 n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5236 but thought to have carried all before them, with the forms of a few latine Prayers, their Albes and Stoles, but Thought to have carried all before them, with the forms of a few latin Prayers, their Albs and Stoles, cc-acp vvd pc-acp vhi vvn d p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d jp n2, po32 n2 cc n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 267
5237 and Levitical habits, &c. yea and they were greedy dogs too, never thinking they had enough. and Levitical habits, etc. yea and they were greedy Dogs too, never thinking they had enough. cc j n2, av uh cc pns32 vbdr j ng2 av, av-x vvg pns32 vhd av-d. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5238 This was that ruined them, their selling men pardons for a sum of money, every one looking for his tythes and oblations, but none regarding peoples souls. This was that ruined them, their selling men Pardons for a sum of money, every one looking for his Tithes and Oblations, but none regarding peoples Souls. d vbds cst vvd pno32, po32 vvg n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, d pi vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, cc-acp pi vvg ng1 n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5239 And by the way, observe this, A generally debauched, ignorant, sottish, cruel Clergy, is a certain sign, either of an approaching ruin to that nation, And by the Way, observe this, A generally debauched, ignorant, sottish, cruel Clergy, is a certain Signen, either of an approaching ruin to that Nation, cc p-acp dt n1, vvb d, dt av-j vvn, j, j, j n1, vbz dt j n1, av-d pp-f dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5240 or to that party, by a reformation of the nation. To the Jews it was a prognostick of an approaching ruin: or to that party, by a Reformation of the Nation. To the jews it was a prognostic of an approaching ruin: cc p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. p-acp dt np2 pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5261 or blesseth a particular state with a good-natured Prince, that is not enclined to rigour and severity, or Blesses a particular state with a good-natured Prince, that is not inclined to rigour and severity, cc vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz xx vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5262 but naturally abhorreth the blood and ruin of people: but naturally abhorreth the blood and ruin of people: cc-acp av-j vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5241 All you beasts of the field come to devour, yea all you beasts of the forrest (saith the Prophet), his watchmen are blinded, &c. Upon the reformation from Popery, it was a prognostick of reformation, All you beasts of the field come to devour, yea all you beasts of the forest (Says the Prophet), his watchmen Are blinded, etc. Upon the Reformation from Popery, it was a prognostic of Reformation, av-d pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, uh av-d pn22 n2 pp-f dt n1 (vvz dt n1), po31 n2 vbr vvn, av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5242 and indeed so it is ordinarily, where there is not like people, like priests. and indeed so it is ordinarily, where there is not like people, like Priests. cc av av pn31 vbz av-j, c-crq pc-acp vbz xx av-j n1, av-j n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5243 But God keepeth up in any considerable number of people, an abomination and hatred of those Priests, and their courses; But God Keepeth up in any considerable number of people, an abomination and hatred of those Priests, and their courses; p-acp np1 vvz a-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2, cc po32 n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5244 but where they fall in with them, applaud, patronize them, and these are the men they are for, The interpretation be to those that hate that people. but where they fallen in with them, applaud, patronise them, and these Are the men they Are for, The Interpretation be to those that hate that people. cc-acp c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp p-acp pno32, vvb, vvb pno32, cc d vbr dt n2 pns32 vbr p-acp, dt n1 vbb p-acp d cst vvb cst n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 537 Page 268
5245 So that I say, from hence observing Christians may make a great judgment, how it is likely to go with the Church: So that I say, from hence observing Christians may make a great judgement, how it is likely to go with the Church: av cst pns11 vvb, p-acp av vvg np1 vmb vvi dt j n1, c-crq pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5246 you must lay down this for a principle, That no wicked men have any hearty love and affection for those that are the people of God. you must lay down this for a principle, That no wicked men have any hearty love and affection for those that Are the people of God. pn22 vmb vvi a-acp d c-acp dt n1, cst dx j n2 vhb d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d cst vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5247 There is an Enmity which God hath put betwixt the seed of the woman, and the seed of the serpent, There is an Enmity which God hath put betwixt the seed of the woman, and the seed of the serpent, pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5248 and nothing but grace will wear it out; besides, they see themselves shamed, and condemned every day by their contrary conversation. and nothing but grace will wear it out; beside, they see themselves shamed, and condemned every day by their contrary Conversation. cc pix cc-acp n1 vmb vvi pn31 av; a-acp, pns32 vvb px32 vvn, cc vvd d n1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5249 It is only the interest of the men of the world, that gives them any breathing-time, It is only the Interest of the men of the world, that gives them any breathing-time, pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz pno32 d n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5250 and maketh the earth to help the woman. and makes the earth to help the woman. cc vv2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5251 So that if at any time you can but make up a judgment, from what quarter the the wind blows for the men of the worlds interest, you may go a great way to determine, So that if At any time you can but make up a judgement, from what quarter the the wind blows for the men of the world's Interest, you may go a great Way to determine, av cst cs p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq n1 dt dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5252 how at such a time it is like to fare with the Church and People of God: how At such a time it is like to fare with the Church and People of God: c-crq p-acp d dt n1 pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5253 for God ordinarily subordinates his government of the world, to his designs with reference to his Church. for God ordinarily subordinates his government of the world, to his designs with Referente to his Church. c-acp np1 av-jn vvz po31 n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5254 If there happens to be such a juncture of affairs, that the People of God are few in any place, If there happens to be such a juncture of affairs, that the People of God Are few in any place, cs a-acp vvz pc-acp vbi d dt n1 pp-f n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr d p-acp d n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5255 like a gleaning of grapes after a vintage, or an Olive-berry or two upon the top-boughs; like a gleaning of grapes After a vintage, or an Olive-berry or two upon the top-boughs; av-j dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 cc crd p-acp dt n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5256 there is little good to be hoped for, unless God by his Providence makes some particular persons amongst them highly serviceable, there is little good to be hoped for, unless God by his Providence makes Some particular Persons among them highly serviceable, pc-acp vbz j j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cs np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz d j n2 p-acp pno32 av-j j, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5257 or instrumental in the state where they live; either discovering some plots or treasons (which was the case in Mordecai's time), or instrumental in the state where they live; either discovering Some plots or treasons (which was the case in Mordecai's time), cc j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb; d vvg d n2 cc n2 (r-crq vbds dt n1 p-acp vvz n1), (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 268
5258 or brings some of them to some great favour, which was the cause of the Israelites first in Egypt, then in Babylon, and Esther afterwards upon their return from Babylon; or else God by his Providence secureth his little flock, by suffering some intestine factions to rise amongst the men of the world, or brings Some of them to Some great favour, which was the cause of the Israelites First in Egypt, then in Babylon, and Esther afterwards upon their return from Babylon; or Else God by his Providence secureth his little flock, by suffering Some intestine factions to rise among the men of the world, cc vvz d pp-f pno32 p-acp d j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np1 ord p-acp np1, av p-acp np1, cc np1 av p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1; cc av np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz po31 j n1, p-acp vvg d j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5259 or stirring up other enemies against that part of the world, that they have something else to do, or stirring up other enemies against that part of the world, that they have something Else to do, cc vvg a-acp j-jn n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vhb pi av pc-acp vdi, (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5264 for good natures are ordinarily with ease enclined this way or that, according to the mutability of prevailing Counsels. for good nature's Are ordinarily with ease inclined this Way or that, according to the mutability of prevailing Counsels. p-acp j n2 vbr av-j p-acp n1 vvd d n1 cc d, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 538 Page 269
5265 But now if the People of God in any nation be a considerable number, and you see the Providence of God hath raised them up, to be men of interest many of them, either with respect to their Wisdom, or Estates, or Imployments; But now if the People of God in any Nation be a considerable number, and you see the Providence of God hath raised them up, to be men of Interest many of them, either with respect to their Wisdom, or Estates, or Employments; p-acp av cs dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbb dt j n1, cc pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp, pc-acp vbi n2 pp-f n1 d pp-f pno32, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc n2, cc n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5266 though their Enemies be many and boisterous, yet there is no great fear (unless of particular persons suffering): though their Enemies be many and boisterous, yet there is no great Fear (unless of particular Persons suffering): cs po32 n2 vbb d cc j, av pc-acp vbz dx j n1 (cs pp-f j n2 vvg): (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5267 God seems to have subordinated the world to their peace. God seems to have subordinated the world to their peace. np1 vvz pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5268 For though some few imprudent men, that are rash and malicious, and some hot-spur'd Church-men, who understand little of politicks, may in such a juncture be for nothing but fire and faggot: For though Some few imprudent men, that Are rash and malicious, and Some hot-spured Churchmen, who understand little of politics, may in such a juncture be for nothing but fire and faggot: p-acp cs d d j n2, cst vbr j cc j, cc d j n2, r-crq vvb j pp-f n2-j, vmb p-acp d dt n1 vbb p-acp pix cc-acp n1 cc n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5269 yet God, who in his Providence hath ordered civil affairs so, that it should be the interest of the men of the world to give them liberty and peace, will seldom suffer those whom he hath betrusted with the government of the affairs of the world (unless he designeth to bring a period to the state) so far to overlook their interests, yet God, who in his Providence hath ordered civil affairs so, that it should be the Interest of the men of the world to give them liberty and peace, will seldom suffer those whom he hath betrusted with the government of the affairs of the world (unless he designeth to bring a Period to the state) so Far to overlook their interests, av np1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn j n2 av, cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 cc n1, vmb av vvi d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1) av av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5270 as to gratifie the lusts of malicious and rash men. as to gratify the Lustiest of malicious and rash men. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 539 Page 269
5271 Again, If you see in any place, God suffering men calling themselves Ministers, to degenerate into such sots in their Conversation, Again, If you see in any place, God suffering men calling themselves Ministers, to degenerate into such sots in their Conversation, av, cs pn22 vvb p-acp d n1, np1 vvg n2 vvg px32 n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp po32 n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5272 or to run into such heighths of superstitious vanities and fooleries, as all men condemn and see the vanity of; or to run into such heights of superstitious vanities and fooleries, as all men condemn and see the vanity of; cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, c-acp d n2 vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f; (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5273 or to be so insufficient for any part of their work, that they can do nothing of it, or to be so insufficient for any part of their work, that they can do nothing of it, cc pc-acp vbi av j p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n1, cst pns32 vmb vdi pix pp-f pn31, (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5274 but are contemptible unto all, and make the offering of God to be abhorred: but Are contemptible unto all, and make the offering of God to be abhorred: cc-acp vbr j p-acp d, cc vvi dt n-vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi vvn: (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5275 This is another juncture of affairs, when you may either fear the ruin of the place, This is Another juncture of affairs, when you may either Fear the ruin of the place, d vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n2, c-crq pn22 vmb av-d vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5276 or hope for a reformation, or more quiet abode for Gods People in it. or hope for a Reformation, or more quiet Abided for God's People in it. cc vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av-dc j-jn n1 p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pn31. (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5277 And (by the way) my enlargement upon this Observation, may mind the People of God of the Policy, And (by the Way) my enlargement upon this Observation, may mind the People of God of the Policy, cc (p-acp dt n1) po11 n1 p-acp d n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5278 as well as Piety of a threefold duty. as well as Piety of a threefold duty. c-acp av c-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 540 Page 269
5279 1. The first is, All just homage and serviceableness unto such rulers as God hath set over the places wherein their lot is cast: 1. The First is, All just homage and serviceableness unto such Rulers as God hath Set over the places wherein their lot is cast: crd dt ord vbz, d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 c-crq po32 n1 vbz vvn: (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5280 I say just homage, for it is better to obey God than Man; and we cannot obey Man, where Obedience to him is disobedience to God. I say just homage, for it is better to obey God than Man; and we cannot obey Man, where obedience to him is disobedience to God. pns11 vvb j n1, p-acp pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi np1 cs n1; cc pns12 vmbx vvi n1, c-crq n1 p-acp pno31 vbz n1 p-acp np1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5281 But the more any of our consciences towards God straitens us, as to some points of Obedience, the more we should be serviceable in what we may. But the more any of our Consciences towards God straitens us, as to Some points of obedience, the more we should be serviceable in what we may. p-acp dt av-dc d pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1 vvz pno12, c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, dt av-dc pns12 vmd vbi j p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb. (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5282 If it at any time falls in our way to secure their lives, by discovering dangerous plots and conspiracies; If it At any time falls in our Way to secure their lives, by discovering dangerous plots and conspiracies; cs pn31 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp vvg j n2 cc n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5488 for God to make this now to serve his designs, and to bring about his Counsels; for God to make this now to serve his designs, and to bring about his Counsels; p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d av pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5283 Mordecay by such a service, made himself the Protector of all the people of the Jews. If we be called to it, Mordecai by such a service, made himself the Protector of all the people of the jews. If we be called to it, np1 p-acp d dt n1, vvd px31 dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f dt np2. cs pns12 vbb vvn p-acp pn31, (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5284 and can assist them with our arms, with our wisdom, counsel, with our service and industry; and can assist them with our arms, with our Wisdom, counsel, with our service and industry; cc vmb vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp po12 n1, n1, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5285 remember what great instruments for the good of Gods People, Joseph, Daniel, the three Children, Nehemiah, &c. were made. Remember what great Instruments for the good of God's People, Joseph, daniel, the three Children, Nehemiah, etc. were made. vvb r-crq j n2 p-acp dt j pp-f npg1 n1, np1, np1, dt crd n2, np1, av vbdr vvn. (24) sermon (DIV3) 541 Page 270
5286 2. Observe here also the Policy, as well as Piety of the practice of all moral virtue: 2. Observe Here also the Policy, as well as Piety of the practice of all moral virtue: crd vvb av av dt n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5287 Justice to all, charity and liberality to the poor, temperance, sobriety, all manner of loveliness in Conversation; justice to all, charity and liberality to the poor, temperance, sobriety, all manner of loveliness in Conversation; n1 p-acp d, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j, n1, n1, d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5288 there must be something more than these things to commend you to God: but these are the things that must commend you to the world. there must be something more than these things to commend you to God: but these Are the things that must commend you to the world. pc-acp vmb vbi pi dc cs d n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp np1: cc-acp d vbr dt n2 cst vmb vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5289 Moral vertue hath a great cognation with humane Nature: though mens lusts and passions sometimes run them out to acts of injustice, and oppression, and debauchery; Moral virtue hath a great cognation with humane Nature: though men's Lustiest and passion sometime run them out to acts of injustice, and oppression, and debauchery; j n1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp j n1: c-acp ng2 n2 cc n2 av vvi pno32 av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5290 yet no body would willingly himself be oppressed, or dealt unjustly with, or have his own wife and daughters debauched. yet no body would willingly himself be oppressed, or dealt unjustly with, or have his own wife and daughters debauched. av dx n1 vmd av-j n1 vbb vvn, cc vvd av-j p-acp, cc vhb po31 d n1 cc n2 vvn. (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5291 It is very rare but the highest and maddest Enemies of the People of God are malicious and debauched persons; It is very rare but the highest and maddest Enemies of the People of God Are malicious and debauched Persons; pn31 vbz av j p-acp dt js cc js n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr j cc j-vvn n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5292 few of them persons of moral vertue and honesty: few of them Persons of moral virtue and honesty: d pp-f pno32 n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5293 make but your selves great Examples of these things, and you will certainly at one time or other be too hard for your adversaries; make but your selves great Examples of these things, and you will Certainly At one time or other be too hard for your Adversaries; vvb p-acp po22 n2 j n2 pp-f d n2, cc pn22 vmb av-j p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn vbi av j c-acp po22 n2; (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5294 the world so loatheth their injustice, cruelty, oppression, hard-heartedness, their drunkenness, and uncleanness, their lying, cheating, the world so Loathes their injustice, cruelty, oppression, hardheartedness, their Drunkenness, and uncleanness, their lying, cheating, dt n1 av vvz po32 n1, n1, n1, n1, po32 n1, cc n1, po32 j-vvg, vvg, (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5295 and defrauding, that it will vomit them out. and defrauding, that it will vomit them out. cc vvg, cst pn31 vmb vvi pno32 av. (24) sermon (DIV3) 542 Page 270
5296 3. It lets you also see the Policy, as well as Piety, of keeping close to God in the matters of his worship. 3. It lets you also see the Policy, as well as Piety, of keeping close to God in the matters of his worship. crd pn31 vvz pn22 av vvi dt n1, c-acp av c-acp n1, pp-f vvg av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 270
5297 The sottishness and superstition of Priests signifieth good, not hurt to you, unless you approve of their savings and doings: The sottishness and Superstition of Priests signifies good, not hurt to you, unless you approve of their savings and doings: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 vvz j, xx vvn p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vvb pp-f po32 n2-vvg cc n2-vdg: (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 270
5298 But when the prophets prophecy falsly, and the priests bear rule by their means, and the people love to have it so: But when the Prophets prophecy falsely, and the Priests bear Rule by their means, and the people love to have it so: cc-acp c-crq dt ng1 n1 av-j, cc dt n2 vvb n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc dt n1 vvb pc-acp vhi pn31 av: (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 270
5299 what will you do in the end thereof? Jer. 5.32. what will you do in the end thereof? Jer. 5.32. r-crq vmb pn22 vdi p-acp dt n1 av? np1 crd. (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 270
5300 If the ministry in any nation be sottish in their lives, corrupt in their Doctrines, superstitious in their Worship, dumb dogs, that can neither pray nor preach, let not the people love to have it so, and comply with them, and own them. If the Ministry in any Nation be sottish in their lives, corrupt in their Doctrines, superstitious in their Worship, dumb Dogs, that can neither pray nor preach, let not the people love to have it so, and comply with them, and own them. cs dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbi j p-acp po32 n2, vvb p-acp po32 n2, j p-acp po32 n1, j n2, cst vmb av-dx vvi ccx vvi, vvb xx dt n1 vvb pc-acp vhi pn31 av, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32. (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 271
5301 God will not long suffer his flock to be rent in pieces with such wolves, nor be at the will of such idol-shepherds. God will not long suffer his flock to be rend in Pieces with such wolves, nor be At the will of such Idol shepherds. np1 vmb xx av-j vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, ccx vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 271
5302 But I have enlarged far enough upon this first branch of Application, I shall be shorter in the other. But I have enlarged Far enough upon this First branch of Application, I shall be shorter in the other. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j av-d p-acp d ord n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vbi jc p-acp dt n-jn. (24) sermon (DIV3) 543 Page 271
5572 as the law of the Lord is: as the law of the Lord is: c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz: (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5303 2. Observe from hence both the felicity and duty of the people of God. 1. Their felicity and dignity. Their dignity. 2. Observe from hence both the felicity and duty of the people of God. 1. Their felicity and dignity. Their dignity. crd vvb p-acp av d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. crd po32 n1 cc n1. po32 n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 544 Page 271
5304 I remember the Psalmist admiring the mercy of God towards man, and expressing his Dignity, Psal. 8.6, 7. Thou madest him to have dominion over the work of thy hands, thou hast put all things under his feet: I Remember the Psalmist admiring the mercy of God towards man, and expressing his Dignity, Psalm 8.6, 7. Thou Madest him to have dominion over the work of thy hands, thou hast put all things under his feet: pns11 vvb dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc vvg po31 n1, np1 crd, crd pns21 vvd2 pno31 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n2, pns21 vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp po31 n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5305 all sheep, and oxen, yea and the beasts of the field, the fouls of the air, all sheep, and oxen, yea and the beasts of the field, the fouls of the air, d n1, cc n2, uh cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5306 and the fish of the sea, and whatsoever passeth through the seas. and the Fish of the sea, and whatsoever passes through the Seas. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5307 This is a great dignity of man, that God hath subordinated all the works of Creation, all the orders of Creatures beneath him, unto him. This is a great dignity of man, that God hath subordinated all the works of Creation, all the order of Creatures beneath him, unto him. d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 vhz vvn d dt n2 pp-f n1, d dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno31, p-acp pno31. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5308 But what a dignity is this to which God hath advanced his Church, that all the affairs of the world should be (as it were) put under their feet? that they should not only have a dominion over the works of the Lords hands in Creation, But what a dignity is this to which God hath advanced his Church, that all the affairs of the world should be (as it were) put under their feet? that they should not only have a dominion over the works of the lords hands in Creation, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, cst d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi (c-acp pn31 vbdr) vvn p-acp po32 n2? cst pns32 vmd xx av-j vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 n2 p-acp n1, (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5309 as sheep, and neat cattel, and fouls, and fishes, but also all the Lords works of Providence: as sheep, and neat cattle, and fouls, and Fish, but also all the lords works of Providence: c-acp n1, cc j n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc-acp av d dt n2 n2 pp-f n1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5310 that the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the great affairs of states should be ruled with reference to the good of this little flock. that the Kingdoms of the Earth, and the great affairs of states should be ruled with Referente to the good of this little flock. cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j pp-f d j n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5311 What a felicity it is to be within this hedg, to be a member of this body of people; What a felicity it is to be within this hedge, to be a member of this body of people; q-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1; (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5312 I mean a true member of the Church of God? I know the whole visible Church (as I have before shewed you) is under a special Providence: But it is not to be thought that God should do much for Hypocrites and Formalists: I mean a true member of the Church of God? I know the Whole visible Church (as I have before showed you) is under a special Providence: But it is not to be Thought that God should do much for Hypocrites and Formalists: pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vvb dt j-jn j n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22) vbz p-acp dt j n1: p-acp pn31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn cst np1 vmd vdi av-d p-acp n2 cc n2: (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5313 What advantages they have from the Providence of God, they have for the sake of those better servants of God, with whom they are joyned in an external communion. What advantages they have from the Providence of God, they have for the sake of those better Servants of God, with whom they Are joined in an external communion. r-crq n2 pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5314 And certainly in the last place, this obligeth all within the Church of God, to a more special duty. And Certainly in the last place, this obliges all within the Church of God, to a more special duty. cc av-j p-acp dt ord n1, d vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt av-dc j n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5315 Doth God subordinate all his great actions and motions in the world, to his gracious designs and counsels relating to that body of people of which we are a part? Surely then it were but reasonable for us to subordinate all our little actions in the world, to the honour and glory of God: Does God subordinate all his great actions and motions in the world, to his gracious designs and Counsels relating to that body of people of which we Are a part? Surely then it were but reasonable for us to subordinate all our little actions in the world, to the honour and glory of God: vdz n1 j d po31 j n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 j n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr dt n1? np1 av pn31 vbdr p-acp j p-acp pno12 p-acp j d po12 j n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5316 Gods glorifying of himself is his great design, he aims at no other end, and it ought also to be our highest design. God's glorifying of himself is his great Design, he aims At no other end, and it ought also to be our highest Design. n2 vvg pp-f px31 vbz po31 j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dx j-jn n1, cc pn31 vmd av pc-acp vbi po12 js n1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 271
5317 He hath chosen a certain people out of the world, and marked them out for himself, He hath chosen a certain people out of the world, and marked them out for himself, pns31 vhz vvn dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvd pno32 av p-acp px31, (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5318 as the people in whom, and by whom he will be more especially glorified: as the people in whom, and by whom he will be more especially glorified: c-acp dt n1 p-acp ro-crq, cc p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vbi av-dc av-j vvn: (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5319 This people is called his Church. God subordinateth all his great actions in the world to his gracious designs upon, and for these; This people is called his Church. God subordinateth all his great actions in the world to his gracious designs upon, and for these; d n1 vbz vvn po31 n1. np1 vvz d po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp, cc p-acp d; (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5320 certainly in reason, Whether we eat or drink, or whatsoever we do, we should (according to the Apostles Precept) do all to the glory of God. Certainly in reason, Whither we eat or drink, or whatsoever we do, we should (according to the Apostles Precept) do all to the glory of God. av-j p-acp n1, cs pns12 vvb cc vvi, cc r-crq pns12 vdb, pns12 vmd (vvg p-acp dt n2 n1) vdb d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5321 His people are those whom he hath created, whom he hath formed for himself; His people Are those whom he hath created, whom he hath formed for himself; po31 n1 vbr d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31; (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5322 all the world is nothing to God in comparison of them, they are the dearly beloved of his Soul. What love, reverence, obedience is but reasonable on our parts towards this great God? What ingratitude must it argue on our part, to prefer any thing in design or action to the Honour and Glory of this God? We can never live enough unto, all the world is nothing to God in comparison of them, they Are the dearly Beloved of his Soul. What love, Reverence, Obedience is but reasonable on our parts towards this great God? What ingratitude must it argue on our part, to prefer any thing in Design or actium to the Honour and Glory of this God? We can never live enough unto, d dt n1 vbz pix p-acp np1 p-acp n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr av av-jn vvn pp-f po31 n1 q-crq n1, n1, n1 vbz p-acp j p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d j np1? q-crq n1 vmb pn31 vvi p-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d np1? pns12 vmb av-x vvi av-d p-acp, (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5323 nor do enough for that God, who hath done, and doth do so much for us. nor do enough for that God, who hath done, and does doe so much for us. ccx vdb av-d p-acp cst np1, r-crq vhz vdn, cc vdz n1 av av-d p-acp pno12. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5324 This Observation might be many other ways improved, but I shall add no more. This Observation might be many other ways improved, but I shall add no more. d n1 vmd vbi d j-jn n2 vvn, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc. (24) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5325 SERMON XXI. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 545 Page 272
5326 I Proceed yet in making some Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence. A seventh Observation I shall make, is this: I Proceed yet in making Some Observations upon the motions of Divine Providence. A seventh Observation I shall make, is this: pns11 vvb av p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi, vbz d: (25) sermon (DIV3) 546 Page 272
5327 Observ. 7. It ordinarily enforceth wicked men, who mean nothing less, yet to do the Lords work. Observation 7. It ordinarily enforceth wicked men, who mean nothing less, yet to do the lords work. np1 crd pn31 av-jn vvz j n2, r-crq vvb pix av-dc, av pc-acp vdi dt n2 vvb. (25) sermon (DIV3) 547 Page 272
5328 It is the great art of a Politician to serve himself of every humor: It is the great art of a Politician to serve himself of every humour: pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f d n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5329 A good Pen-man will write almost with any Pen, and a good work-man will work with any tool; A good Penman will write almost with any Pen, and a good workman will work with any tool; dt j n1 vmb vvi av p-acp d n1, cc dt j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5330 and the great and wise God herein sheweth the greatness of his Wisdom, that he also works with any tools, and the great and wise God herein shows the greatness of his Wisdom, that he also works with any tools, cc dt j cc j np1 av vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns31 av vvz p-acp d n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5331 and doth his business by any instruments. and does his business by any Instruments. cc vdz po31 n1 p-acp d n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5332 The Stars shall fight in their courses, against Sizera; the Sun, and the Moon, against the Canaanites; the Frogs, the Lice, The Stars shall fight in their courses, against Sisera; the Sun, and the Moon, against the Canaanites; the Frogs, the Lice, dt n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, p-acp np1; dt n1, cc dt n1, p-acp dt np2; dt n2, dt n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5333 and the Flyes against Pharaoh; the Earth against Corah, Dathan, and Abiram. Now in this there shines forth a great deal of Divine Power; and the Flies against Pharaoh; the Earth against Corah, Dathan, and Abiram. Now in this there shines forth a great deal of Divine Power; cc dt n2 p-acp np1; dt n1 p-acp np1, np1, cc np1. av p-acp d a-acp vvz av dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5334 thus God sheweth himself to the world, to be the Lord of hosts, to have all the hosts of Heaven and Earth at his command. thus God shows himself to the world, to be the Lord of hosts, to have all the hosts of Heaven and Earth At his command. av np1 vvz px31 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vhi d dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5335 So that as a great General, who hath several Regiments under his Command, at his pleasure, he sometimes commandeth out one, sometimes another, So that as a great General, who hath several Regiments under his Command, At his pleasure, he sometime commands out one, sometime Another, av cst p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vhz j n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, pns31 av vvz av crd, av j-jn, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5336 as it pleaseth him upon a particular service: so doth our great and mighty God; as it Pleases him upon a particular service: so does our great and mighty God; c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp dt j n1: av vdz po12 j cc j np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5337 and as that great Commander, shewing his vast Army to his friend, is reported to have said, there is not one of these, and as that great Commander, showing his vast Army to his friend, is reported to have said, there is not one of these, cc c-acp cst j n1, vvg po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, pc-acp vbz xx pi pp-f d, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5338 but if I bid him throw himself down a Precipice, or into a River, he will do it: but if I bid him throw himself down a Precipice, or into a River, he will do it: cc-acp cs pns11 vvb pno31 vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5339 so there is not any company of inanimate, or brute Creatures, not one Company in the whole Army of the Lord of Hosts; so there is not any company of inanimate, or brutus Creatures, not one Company in the Whole Army of the Lord of Hosts; av pc-acp vbz xx d n1 pp-f j, cc n1 n2, xx crd n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5340 but like the Centurion's servants, if he saith unto them, Go, they go; if Do this, they do it. but like the Centurion's Servants, if he Says unto them, Go, they go; if Do this, they do it. cc-acp av-j dt npg1 n2, cs pns31 vvz p-acp pno32, vvb, pns32 vvb; cs vdb d, pns32 vdb pn31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5341 But though much of the Wisdom and Power of God be seen in this, yet it is more eminently seen in the use he makes of wicked men, to accomplish his designs, which is a thing very usual in the motions of Divine Providence. But though much of the Wisdom and Power of God be seen in this, yet it is more eminently seen in the use he makes of wicked men, to accomplish his designs, which is a thing very usual in the motions of Divine Providence. p-acp cs d pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp d, av pn31 vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz pp-f j n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, r-crq vbz dt n1 av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5342 As that Politician doth most shew his Wisdom, that maketh his Enemies serve him; As that Politician does most show his Wisdom, that makes his Enemies serve him; p-acp d n1 vdz ds vvi po31 n1, cst vvz po31 n2 vvi pno31; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5343 so God in this doth commend to us his infinite Wisdom, to make use of the Sons of men, that have a perfect hatred and enmity to God, so God in this does commend to us his infinite Wisdom, to make use of the Sons of men, that have a perfect hatred and enmity to God, av np1 p-acp d vdz vvi p-acp pno12 po31 j n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cst vhb dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5344 and all his holy designs, that they shall serve him, and accomplish his designs. Now this Observation justifieth it self by a great variety of instances. and all his holy designs, that they shall serve him, and accomplish his designs. Now this Observation Justifieth it self by a great variety of instances. cc d po31 j n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi po31 n2. av d n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5345 You have one in holy Writ very plain, Isa. 10.5, 6, 7. O Assyrian, the rod of mine anger, You have one in holy Writ very plain, Isaiah 10.5, 6, 7. Oh assyrian, the rod of mine anger, pn22 vhb pi p-acp j vvn av j, np1 crd, crd, crd uh np1, dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5346 and the staff in their hand is mine indignation: and the staff in their hand is mine Indignation: cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n1 vbz po11 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5347 I will send him against an hypocritical nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, I will send him against an hypocritical Nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 vmb pns11 vvi pno31 dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5348 and to take the prey, and to tread them like mire of the streets: Howbeit he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart think so. and to take the prey, and to tread them like mire of the streets: Howbeit he means not so, neither does his heart think so. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j n1 pp-f dt n2: a-acp pns31 vvz xx av, av-dx vdz po31 n1 vvi av. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5349 Assyria you see was the Rod of Gods anger: Assyria you see was the Rod of God's anger: np1 pn22 vvb vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5350 Gods indignation was his staff: Thou couldest do nothing against me, saith Christ to Pilate, if it were not given thee from above. God's Indignation was his staff: Thou Couldst do nothing against me, Says christ to Pilate, if it were not given thee from above. npg1 n1 vbds po31 n1: pns21 vmd2 vdi pix p-acp pno11, vvz np1 p-acp np1, cs pn31 vbdr xx vvn pno21 p-acp a-acp. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 273
5351 He went upon Gods errand, when he went against Gods People the Jews; they had proved an hypocritical people, He went upon God's errand, when he went against God's People the jews; they had proved an hypocritical people, pns31 vvd p-acp npg1 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp npg1 n1 dt np2; pns32 vhd vvn dt j n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5352 and God had determined to make the people, that had been the dearly beloved of his soul, the people of his wrath: and God had determined to make the people, that had been the dearly Beloved of his soul, the people of his wrath: cc np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst vhd vbn dt av-jn vvn pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5353 God gave him his charge to spoil, to take the prey, to tread down the people. God gave him his charge to spoil, to take the prey, to tread down the people. np1 vvd pno31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5354 O but how should God perswade the Assyrian to serve him? The Assyrians were Enemies to the true God; O but how should God persuade the assyrian to serve him? The Assyrians were Enemies to the true God; sy cc-acp q-crq vmd np1 vvi dt jp pc-acp vvi pno31? dt njp2 vbdr n2 p-acp dt j np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5355 the Text telleth you, Howbeit he meaneth not so: neither is it in his heart to think so. the Text Telleth you, Howbeit he means not so: neither is it in his heart to think so. dt n1 vvz pn22, a-acp pns31 vvz xx av: av-dx vbz pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi av. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5356 He thought of nothing less than serving of Gods design, that which he thought of was plunder and spoyl, He Thought of nothing less than serving of God's Design, that which he Thought of was plunder and spoil, pns31 vvd pp-f pix av-dc cs vvg pp-f npg1 n1, cst r-crq pns31 vvd pp-f vbds n1 cc n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5357 and prey for his Soldiers, as the Apostle saith of himself, 2 Cor. 12.16. Being crafty, I took you by guile; and prey for his Soldiers, as the Apostle Says of himself, 2 Cor. 12.16. Being crafty, I took you by guile; cc n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f px31, crd np1 crd. vbg j, pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5358 so we may say of God, being wise, infinitely wise, he took the Assyrian by guile; so we may say of God, being wise, infinitely wise, he took the assyrian by guile; av pns12 vmb vvi pp-f np1, vbg j, av-j j, pns31 vvd dt jp p-acp n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5359 or rather by his infinite wisdom. This is that which the Psalmist saith Psal. 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee: or rather by his infinite Wisdom. This is that which the Psalmist Says Psalm 76.10. Surely the wrath of man shall praise thee: cc av-c p-acp po31 j n1. d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz np1 crd. av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno21: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5413 and to save the whole people of the Jews: and thus it ordinarily falls out in lesser spheres; and to save the Whole people of the jews: and thus it ordinarily falls out in lesser spheres; cc pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np2: cc av pn31 av-jn vvz av p-acp jc n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 277
5360 The wrath of man shall praise God: How can that be! James tells us, That the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God: The wrath of man shall praise God: How can that be! James tells us, That the wrath of man works not the righteousness of God: dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi np1: c-crq vmb d vbi! np1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5361 Well, but for all that it shall praise God; God will make use of their wrath and malice, to bring forth his great designs. Well, but for all that it shall praise God; God will make use of their wrath and malice, to bring forth his great designs. av, cc-acp p-acp d cst pn31 vmb vvi np1; np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi av po31 j n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5362 Who would ever have thought, that Pharaoh the King of Egypt should have been a great instrument to have brought the Children of Israel out of Egypt? Yet he was rather a greater instrument in it than Moses was: Who would ever have Thought, that Pharaoh the King of Egypt should have been a great Instrument to have brought the Children of Israel out of Egypt? Yet he was rather a greater Instrument in it than Moses was: q-crq vmd av vhi vvn, cst np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vbn dt j n1 pc-acp vhi vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1? av pns31 vbds av-c dt jc n1 p-acp pn31 cs np1 vbds: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5363 Moses did no more than lead out of Egypt a willing people, and sollicit Pharaoh to give his consent: Moses did no more than led out of Egypt a willing people, and solicit Pharaoh to give his consent: np1 vdd dx dc cs n1 av pp-f np1 dt j n1, cc vvi np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5364 Pharaoh was Gods instrument to make them willing; Pharaoh was God's Instrument to make them willing; np1 vbds npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j; (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5365 he meant nothing less, he saw the people grew great and mighty, Come on (saith he) let us deal wisely (that is, subtilly) with them, lest they multiply, he meant nothing less, he saw the people grew great and mighty, Come on (Says he) let us deal wisely (that is, subtly) with them, lest they multiply, pns31 vvd pix av-dc, pns31 vvd dt n1 vvd j cc j, vvb p-acp (vvz pns31) vvb pno12 vvi av-j (cst vbz, av-j) p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vvb, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5366 and it come to pass when there falleth out any war, they joyn also unto our enemies, and it come to pass when there falls out any war, they join also unto our enemies, cc pn31 vvb pc-acp vvi c-crq pc-acp vvz av d n1, pns32 vvb av p-acp po12 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5367 and fight against us, and so get themselves out of our land: and fight against us, and so get themselves out of our land: cc vvi p-acp pno12, cc av vvb px32 av pp-f po12 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5368 here was all he aimed at in his oppressing them, to bring them low, and keep them still under his subjection. Here was all he aimed At in his oppressing them, to bring them low, and keep them still under his subjection. av vbds d pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp po31 vvg pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j, cc vvi pno32 av p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5369 Observe how God made use of this. The Children of Israel were now seated and settled, and multiplied in a fertile Countrey, Observe how God made use of this. The Children of Israel were now seated and settled, and multiplied in a fertile Country, vvb c-crq np1 vvd n1 pp-f d. dt n2 pp-f np1 vbdr av vvn cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5370 and had it not been for the King of Egypt's oppressing them, would never have been willing to have left the flesh-pots, and had it not been for the King of Egypt's oppressing them, would never have been willing to have left the fleshpots, cc vhd pn31 xx vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg pno32, vmd av-x vhi vbn j pc-acp vhi vvn dt n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5371 and onions, and garlick of Egypt: but for this dealing of Pharaoh with them, making them to serve with rigour, slaying their male-children, &c. This quite tyred them, and onions, and garlic of Egypt: but for this dealing of Pharaoh with them, making them to serve with rigour, slaying their Male children, etc. This quite tired them, cc n2, cc n1 pp-f np1: cc-acp p-acp d n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vvg po32 n2, av d av vvd pno32, (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 274
5372 and made them willing to go out of Egypt towards Canaan. But let me a little shew you what a variety of lusts in wicked mens hearts, God hath from time to time made use of, to accomplish the great designs of his Providence, with reference to his people: and made them willing to go out of Egypt towards Canaan. But let me a little show you what a variety of Lustiest in wicked men's hearts, God hath from time to time made use of, to accomplish the great designs of his Providence, with Referente to his people: cc vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi av pp-f np1 p-acp np1. p-acp vvb pno11 dt j vvb pn22 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp j ng2 n2, np1 vhz p-acp n1 p-acp n1 vvd n1 pp-f, pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 275
5373 and indeed it is hard to say, what lust in sinners hearts God hath not made use of (at one time or other), and indeed it is hard to say, what lust in Sinners hearts God hath not made use of (At one time or other), cc av pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 p-acp n2 n2 np1 vhz xx vvn n1 pp-f (p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn), (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 275
5374 and made it to serve the holy and wise designs of his Providence. and made it to serve the holy and wise designs of his Providence. cc vvd pn31 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 548 Page 275
5375 1. The lusts of the eye and flesh, are of all other the most unmanlike brutish passions; 1. The Lustiest of the eye and Flesh, Are of all other the most unmanlike brutish passion; crd dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, vbr pp-f d n-jn dt ds av-j j n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5376 yet the Providence of God hath sometimes taken advantage of these for the glory of God. yet the Providence of God hath sometime taken advantage of these for the glory of God. av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vvn n1 pp-f d c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5377 You all know what a strange influence Esther's being advanced to be Queen of Persia, had upon Gods design for the building of the second Temple in Ezra's time; You all know what a strange influence Esther's being advanced to be Queen of Persiam, had upon God's Design for the building of the second Temple in Ezra's time; pn22 d vvb r-crq dt j n1 ng1 vbg vvn pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f np1, vhd p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp npg1 n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5414 the humble disposition of Gods People inclining them to give honour, to whom honour belongeth, the humble disposition of God's People inclining them to give honour, to whom honour belongeth, dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp ro-crq n1 vvz, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 277
5378 she was the great instrument to save the whole Church of the Jews (the only Church God had upon the Earth at that time) from utter ruin. she was the great Instrument to save the Whole Church of the jews (the only Church God had upon the Earth At that time) from utter ruin. pns31 vbds dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt np2 (dt j n1 np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1) p-acp j n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5379 God made use of the lust of Ahasuerus to bring this about; God made use of the lust of Ahasuerus to bring this about; np1 vvd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d a-acp; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5380 he takes a Teach to Vasthi, for refusing to come to him, to be shown to his Princes, he Takes a Teach to Vashti, for refusing to come to him, to be shown to his Princes, pns31 vvz dt vvb p-acp j, p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5381 and turns her away, and then must look for the greatest beauty could be found: Esther proveth to be she. and turns her away, and then must look for the greatest beauty could be found: Esther Proves to be she. cc vvz pno31 av, cc av vmb vvi p-acp dt js n1 vmd vbi vvn: np1 vvz pc-acp vbi pns31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5382 What a strange instance of this had we of this in King Henry the Eighth of that name in this Nation? Those who know any thing of the story of those times, know, that it was no abhorrence of the Idolatry and Superstition of the Popish-Religion, that set him upon the work of Reformation. What a strange instance of this had we of this in King Henry the Eighth of that name in this nation? Those who know any thing of the story of those times, know, that it was no abhorrence of the Idolatry and Superstition of the Popish-Religion, that Set him upon the work of Reformation. q-crq dt j n1 pp-f d vhd pns12 pp-f d p-acp n1 np1 dt ord pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1? d r-crq vvb d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2, vvb, cst pn31 vbds dx n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5383 After some beginnings of it, the six Articles came out: Papists were burnt on one side of Smithfield, Protestants on the other: After Some beginnings of it, the six Articles Come out: Papists were burned on one side of Smithfield, Protestants on the other: p-acp d n2 pp-f pn31, dt crd n2 vvd av: njp2 vbdr vvn p-acp crd n1 pp-f np1, n2 p-acp dt n-jn: (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5384 but the King was weary of his Wife, and had a mind to another. but the King was weary of his Wife, and had a mind to Another. cc-acp dt n1 vbds j pp-f po31 n1, cc vhd dt n1 p-acp j-jn. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5385 His wife indeed was one whom Protestant-Divines judged he could not keep (having been his brothers wife) without a continual living in incest; His wife indeed was one whom Protestant-Divines judged he could not keep (having been his Brother's wife) without a continual living in Incest; po31 n1 av vbds crd ro-crq j vvd pns31 vmd xx vvi (vhg vbn po31 ng1 n1) p-acp dt j n-vvg p-acp n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5386 the Pope (who thinks he can dispense with any thing) he thinks or decrees she was his wife, the Pope (who thinks he can dispense with any thing) he thinks or decrees she was his wife, dt n1 (r-crq vvz pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1) pns31 vvz cc vvz pns31 vbds po31 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5387 and would give no dispensation for a divorce; and would give no Dispensation for a divorce; cc vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp dt n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5388 the Popish-Universities, and Divines (who never fail to be on their holy Fathers side) all oppose the King in his desire of change: the Popish-Universities, and Divines (who never fail to be on their holy Father's side) all oppose the King in his desire of change: dt n2, cc vvz (r-crq av-x vvb pc-acp vbi p-acp po32 j ng1 n1) d vvb dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5389 This angers the King, and was the first motive to his business of Reformation, and casting off the Pope's Supremacy. This anger's the King, and was the First motive to his business of Reformation, and casting off the Pope's Supremacy. d vvz dt n1, cc vbds dt ord n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg a-acp dt ng1 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5390 Nor is this any reproach at all to the Lords work of Reformation amongst us; Nor is this any reproach At all to the lords work of Reformation among us; ccx vbz d d n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12; (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5391 there's nothing more ordinary, than for God to make the wrath of man to praise him, there's nothing more ordinary, than for God to make the wrath of man to praise him, pc-acp|vbz pix av-dc j, cs p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5392 and make use of the lusts of men, to bring about his own designs. 2. Ambition is another lust, which fireth the heart of wicked men, especially great men. and make use of the Lustiest of men, to bring about his own designs. 2. Ambition is Another lust, which fireth the heart of wicked men, especially great men. cc vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2. crd n1 vbz j-jn n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f j n2, av-j j n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 549 Page 275
5393 It is an excessive desire of Honour and Dominion. Poor wretches, born to, and brought up in little circumstances, It is an excessive desire of Honour and Dominion. Poor wretches, born to, and brought up in little Circumstances, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. j n2, vvn p-acp, cc vvd a-acp p-acp j n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5394 and low stations in the world, are ordinarily not so much infected with this; it is the great mans lust. and low stations in the world, Are ordinarily not so much infected with this; it is the great men lust. cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, vbr av-jn xx av av-d vvn p-acp d; pn31 vbz dt j ng1 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5395 God makes an eminent use of this. God makes an eminent use of this. np1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f d. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5396 See it in the case of Jehu, a proud ambitious man, that had in him a great lust, See it in the case of Jehu, a proud ambitious man, that had in him a great lust, vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j j n1, cst vhd p-acp pno31 dt j n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5397 and desire of rule and honour; and desire of Rule and honour; cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5415 and not to deny civil respects to the worst of men, doth often commend them to those that are ambitious of honour and respect, and maketh them their friends; and not to deny civil respects to the worst of men, does often commend them to those that Are ambitious of honour and respect, and makes them their Friends; cc xx pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vdz av vvi pno32 p-acp d cst vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vv2 pno32 po32 n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 277
5398 God had a quarrel against the house of Ahab, by his Providence he ordereth Jehu to the Kingdom, makes use of him to destroy Joram, the Son of Ahab, and Ahaziah, the King of Judah the Son-in law of Ahab, and Jezebel, Ahab's wife, whom God had threatned for the blood of Naboth, and his whole Family, God had a quarrel against the house of Ahab, by his Providence he Ordereth Jehu to the Kingdom, makes use of him to destroy Jhoram, the Son of Ahab, and Ahaziah, the King of Judah the Son-in law of Ahab, and Jezebel, Ahab's wife, whom God had threatened for the blood of Naboth, and his Whole Family, np1 vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, vvz n1 pp-f pno31 pc-acp vvi np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, npg1 n1, ro-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 j-jn n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5399 until none remained, 2 Kings 8. vers. 23, 24, 25. chap. 9. vers. 9, 10, 24, 27, 35, chap. 10. vers. 7, 11, 17. And thus he delivered his seven thousand in Israel, that had not bowed knee to Baal, from the idolatry, cruelty, until none remained, 2 Kings 8. vers. 23, 24, 25. chap. 9. vers. 9, 10, 24, 27, 35, chap. 10. vers. 7, 11, 17. And thus he Delivered his seven thousand in Israel, that had not bowed knee to Baal, from the idolatry, cruelty, c-acp pix vvd, crd n2 crd fw-la. crd, crd, crd n1 crd fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, n1 crd fw-la. crd, crd, crd cc av pns31 vvd po31 crd crd p-acp np1, cst vhd xx vvn n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1, n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5400 and oppression of a vile and wicked Prince. and oppression of a vile and wicked Prince. cc n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5401 Jehu indeed in all this, pretended a great zeal for God, and did destroy Baal from Israel, 2 King. 10.28; but yet ver. 9. Howbeit from the sins of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, who made Israel to sin, Jehu departed not from after them; Jehu indeed in all this, pretended a great zeal for God, and did destroy Baal from Israel, 2 King. 10.28; but yet for. 9. Howbeit from the Sins of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, who made Israel to since, Jehu departed not from After them; np1 av p-acp d d, vvd dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc vdd vvi np1 p-acp np1, crd n1. crd; cc-acp av p-acp. crd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f fw-la, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp n1, np1 vvd xx p-acp p-acp pno32; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5402 to wit, the golden calves that were in Bethel, and that were in Dan. Vers. 31. But Jehu took no heed to walk in the way of the Lord God of Israel, with all his heart, to wit, the golden calves that were in Bethel, and that were in Dan. Vers. 31. But Jehu took no heed to walk in the Way of the Lord God of Israel, with all his heart, p-acp n1, dt j n2 cst vbdr p-acp np1, cc cst vbdr p-acp np1 np1 crd p-acp np1 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, p-acp d po31 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5403 for he departed not from the sins of Jeroboam, who made Israel to sin. Hence it was, that though the Lord tells him, 2 King. 10.30. for he departed not from the Sins of Jeroboam, who made Israel to since. Hence it was, that though the Lord tells him, 2 King. 10.30. c-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp n1. av pn31 vbds, cst cs dt n1 vvz pno31, crd n1. crd. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5404 That he had done well in executing that which was right in the eyes of God, That he had done well in executing that which was right in the eyes of God, cst pns31 vhd vdn av p-acp vvg d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5405 and had done according to all that was in Gods heart, as to the house of Ahab; and had done according to all that was in God's heart, as to the house of Ahab; cc vhd vdn vvg p-acp d cst vbds p-acp npg1 n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5406 and therefore promised him a reward for it, viz. that for it, his children of the fourth generation, should sit on the throne of Israel; and Therefore promised him a reward for it, viz. that for it, his children of the fourth generation, should fit on the throne of Israel; cc av vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp pn31, n1 cst p-acp pn31, po31 n2 pp-f dt ord n1, vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5407 yet God by the Prophet Hosea told them, Hos. 1.4. Yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu: yet God by the Prophet Hosea told them, Hos. 1.4. Yet a little while, and I will avenge the blood of Jezrael upon the house of Jehu: av np1 p-acp dt n1 np1 vvd pno32, np1 crd. av dt j n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5408 The business was no more than this. The business was no more than this. dt n1 vbds dx dc cs d. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5409 Jehu was an ambitious Prince, that loved honour and dominion, the Providence of God maketh use of this lust of his, to bring about his holy and righteous designs upon that wicked family of Ahab, and for the delivery of his people from their oppressions. Jehu was an ambitious Prince, that loved honour and dominion, the Providence of God makes use of this lust of his, to bring about his holy and righteous designs upon that wicked family of Ahab, and for the delivery of his people from their oppressions. np1 vbds dt j n1, cst vvd vvb cc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j cc j n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5410 This was the case of Haman, a proud ambitious Courtier in the Court of Persia; he had a mind to be great, this made him malice Mordecay, he would not bow his knee to him; This was the case of Haman, a proud ambitious Courtier in the Court of Persiam; he had a mind to be great, this made him malice Mordecai, he would not bow his knee to him; d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns31 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vbi j, d vvd pno31 n1 np1, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5411 this made him propose such great things to be done, to the man whom the King should please to shew favour and honour to; this made him propose such great things to be done, to the man whom the King should please to show favour and honour to; d vvd pno31 vvi d j n2 pc-acp vbi vdn, p-acp dt n1 ro-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp; (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 276
5412 the Text tells you he said, To whom will the King delight to do honour, more than to my self? God maketh use of his ambition to bring Mordecay into honour, the Text tells you he said, To whom will the King delight to do honour, more than to my self? God makes use of his ambition to bring Mordecai into honour, dt n1 vvz pn22 pns31 vvd, p-acp ro-crq vmb dt n1 vvb pc-acp vdi n1, av-dc cs p-acp po11 n1? np1 vvz n1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 277
5416 God making use of his Enemies ambition for their sake, which by the way commendeth to all that fear God, that Precept of the Apostle, Rom. 13.7. Render therefore to every one their dues, tribute to whom tribute, custom to whom custom, fear to whom fear, honour to whom honour. God making use of his Enemies ambition for their sake, which by the Way commends to all that Fear God, that Precept of the Apostle, Rom. 13.7. Render Therefore to every one their dues, tribute to whom tribute, custom to whom custom, Fear to whom Fear, honour to whom honour. np1 vvg n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp po32 n1, r-crq p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp d cst vvb np1, cst n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. vvb av p-acp d crd po32 n2-jn, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1, n1 p-acp ro-crq n1, vvb p-acp ro-crq n1, vvb p-acp ro-crq n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 550 Page 277
5417 3. Another lust of men, which you shall find Gods Providence hath made great use of, is curiosity. A curiosity to know secrets: 3. another lust of men, which you shall find God's Providence hath made great use of, is curiosity. A curiosity to know secrets: crd j-jn n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi npg1 n1 vhz vvn j n1 pp-f, vbz n1. dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn: (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5418 What shall come to pass in after-times? or a curiosity to delight in rare workmanship of any sort, & c? This is a great vanity of the heart of man; What shall come to pass in Aftertimes? or a curiosity to delight in rare workmanship of any sort, & c? This is a great vanity of the heart of man; q-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp n2? cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 pp-f d n1, cc sy? d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5419 but the Providence of God hath made great use of it. but the Providence of God hath made great use of it. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn j n1 pp-f pn31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5420 Of the first sort, there are in holy Writ the instances of Pharaoh and Nebuchadnezzar; both of them dreamed dreams, wherein God revealed to them things that were to come to pass in the world. Of the First sort, there Are in holy Writ the instances of Pharaoh and Nebuchadnezzar; both of them dreamed dreams, wherein God revealed to them things that were to come to pass in the world. pp-f dt ord n1, pc-acp vbr p-acp j vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1; d pp-f pno32 vvd n2, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno32 n2 cst vbdr pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5421 Then God inspireth Joseph, a great friend to his people, and Daniel with wisdom to interpret these dreams to them: Then God inspireth Joseph, a great friend to his people, and daniel with Wisdom to interpret these dreams to them: av np1 vvz np1, dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno32: (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5422 this brought them both into high and great favour with those mighty Princes, in subjection to whom the Jews at those times were. this brought them both into high and great favour with those mighty Princes, in subjection to whom the jews At those times were. d vvd pno32 d p-acp j cc j n1 p-acp d j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp ro-crq dt np2 p-acp d n2 vbdr. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5423 This indeed is not an ordinary work of Providence, but what God hath done. This indeed is not an ordinary work of Providence, but what God hath done. np1 av vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp r-crq np1 vhz vdn. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5424 The second is more ordinary, men have a curiosity to see, and have fine pieces of work done, to hear rare musick, to see fine mathematical operations. The second is more ordinary, men have a curiosity to see, and have fine Pieces of work done, to hear rare music, to see fine mathematical operations. dt ord vbz dc j, n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vhb j n2 pp-f n1 vdn, pc-acp vvi j n1, pc-acp vvi j j n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5425 Indeed some of these things are very useful, but a curiosity in many of them, is but vanity; Indeed Some of these things Are very useful, but a curiosity in many of them, is but vanity; np1 d pp-f d n2 vbr av j, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, vbz p-acp n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5426 Solomon after a long experience, so concludes it: Solomon After a long experience, so concludes it: np1 p-acp dt j n1, av vvz pn31: (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5427 but the wise God often makes a most remarkable use of this lust in mens hearts. but the wise God often makes a most remarkable use of this lust in men's hearts. cc-acp dt j np1 av vvz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp ng2 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5428 David's skill at his harp brought him to Court. David's skill At his harp brought him to Court. npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5429 And many sober persons skill, dexterity, and activity in arts and sciences, hath made them very acceptable to those that have had the power of the world in their hands, And many Sobrium Persons skill, dexterity, and activity in arts and sciences, hath made them very acceptable to those that have had the power of the world in their hands, cc d j n2 n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, vhz vvn pno32 av j p-acp d cst vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5430 and put them into great capacities to serve the interest of God in the world: and put them into great capacities to serve the Interest of God in the world: cc vvd pno32 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5431 where God hath both shewed his Wisdom, in making use of mens lust of curiosity for his own glory; where God hath both showed his Wisdom, in making use of men's lust of curiosity for his own glory; c-crq np1 vhz av-d vvn po31 n1, p-acp vvg n1 pp-f ng2 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5432 and also in making his own common and ordinary gifts so serviceable also. and also in making his own Common and ordinary Gifts so serviceable also. cc av p-acp vvg po31 d j cc j n2 av j av. (25) sermon (DIV3) 551 Page 277
5433 4. A fourth lust, which you shall observe God to make an ordinary use of, is that of covetousness. The People of God many times buy their peace and tranquillity; 4. A fourth lust, which you shall observe God to make an ordinary use of, is that of covetousness. The People of God many times buy their peace and tranquillity; crd dt ord n1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f, vbz d pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 d n2 vvb po32 n1 cc n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5434 sometimes they obtain it by their usefulness in trade and traffick, and the detriment the publick revenue would have by rooting them out: sometime they obtain it by their usefulness in trade and traffic, and the detriment the public revenue would have by rooting them out: av pns32 vvb pn31 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc vvi, cc dt n1 dt j n1 vmd vhi p-acp n-vvg pno32 av: (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5455 And this is very ordinary, the men of the world are not all of a complexion: And this is very ordinary, the men of the world Are not all of a complexion: cc d vbz av j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx d pp-f dt n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5435 sometimes they make themselves friends with their industrious hands, sometimes with their liberal hand: This was but our Saviours counsel, Luk. 16.9. Make to your selves friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness. sometime they make themselves Friends with their Industria hands, sometime with their liberal hand: This was but our Saviors counsel, Luk. 16.9. Make to your selves Friends of the Mammon of unrighteousness. av pns32 vvb px32 n2 p-acp po32 j n2, av p-acp po32 j n1: d vbds p-acp po12 ng1 n1, np1 crd. vvb p-acp po22 n2 n2 pp-f dt np1 pp-f n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5436 It is particularly said of Joseph, when he was a servant to Potiphar, Gen. 39.2, 3. That the Lord was with Joseph, It is particularly said of Joseph, when he was a servant to Potiphar, Gen. 39.2, 3. That the Lord was with Joseph, pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd cst dt n1 vbds p-acp np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5437 and he was a prosperous man. and he was a prosperous man. cc pns31 vbds dt j n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5438 — And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand: — And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand: — cc po31 n1 vvd cst dt n1 vbds p-acp pno31, cc cst dt n1 vvd d cst pns31 vdd p-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5439 and Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him, and he made him overseer over all his house, and Joseph found grace in his sighed, and he served him, and he made him overseer over all his house, cc np1 vvd n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd pno31, cc pns31 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp d po31 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5440 and all that he had he put into his hand. and all that he had he put into his hand. cc d cst pns31 vhn pns31 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5441 This was Gods first step to bring Joseph into a great capacity, that he might be able to protect his people. This was God's First step to bring Joseph into a great capacity, that he might be able to Pact his people. d vbds npg1 ord n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 552 Page 278
5442 5. I will instance but in one lust more, that is, the malice, hatred, and cruelty of wicked men, Psal. 76.10. Surely the wrah of man shall praise thee. 5. I will instance but in one lust more, that is, the malice, hatred, and cruelty of wicked men, Psalm 76.10. Surely the wrah of man shall praise thee. crd pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp crd n1 av-dc, cst vbz, dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd. av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pno21. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5443 Now this seems a strange thing, but there is nothing more ordinary than this. Now this seems a strange thing, but there is nothing more ordinary than this. av d vvz dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs d. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5444 The malice and cruelty of Pharaoh, contributed much to the Children of Israels coming out of Egypt: had they not been so cruelly dealt with, they would never have been so willing to have removed: The malice and cruelty of Pharaoh, contributed much to the Children of Israel's coming out of Egypt: had they not been so cruelly dealt with, they would never have been so willing to have removed: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvn av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 vvg av pp-f np1: vhd pns32 xx vbn av av-j vvn p-acp, pns32 vmd av-x vhi vbn av j pc-acp vhi vvn: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5445 it is no better than madness, not to be justified by Religion, nor yet by Reason, it is no better than madness, not to be justified by Religion, nor yet by Reason, pn31 vbz dx jc cs n1, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, ccx av p-acp n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5446 for private persons to rise up in arms against their rulers: for private Persons to rise up in arms against their Rulers: p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5447 but Solomon tells us, Oppressian makes wise men mad, and God sometimes makes use of the madness, both of his Enemies, but Solomon tells us, Oppressian makes wise men mad, and God sometime makes use of the madness, both of his Enemies, cc-acp np1 vvz pno12, jp vvz j n2 j, cc np1 av vvz n1 pp-f dt n1, d pp-f po31 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5448 and of his own People, to bring about his own designs. Far be it from me, either to incourage, or to justifie such actions; and of his own People, to bring about his own designs. far be it from me, either to encourage, or to justify such actions; cc pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n2. j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11, av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi d n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5449 my business is only to shew you how far God makes use of mens lusts. my business is only to show you how Far God makes use of men's Lustiest. po11 n1 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq av-j np1 vvz n1 pp-f ng2 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5450 But the most ordinary and regular way, which God maketh use of in this case, is by making the soberer part of the Princes and Rulers of a Nation, sensible of the greatness of their peoples sufferings, But the most ordinary and regular Way, which God makes use of in this case, is by making the Soberer part of the Princes and Rulers of a nation, sensible of the greatness of their peoples sufferings, p-acp dt av-ds j cc j n1, r-crq np1 vv2 n1 pp-f p-acp d n1, vbz p-acp vvg dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, j pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5451 and the unreasonableness of the rage and madness of their adversaries; and the unreasonableness of the rage and madness of their Adversaries; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5452 and giving them bowels of compassion to their brethren, though it may be they be not of their minds. and giving them bowels of compassion to their brothers, though it may be they be not of their minds. cc vvg pno32 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, cs pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vbb xx pp-f po32 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 278
5453 I remember I have somewhere read it in one of the French Historians, that a great Peer of that Nation (though a Papist) in the midst of that woful havock, the fury of the Romish Priests were making, stood up in Counsel, I Remember I have somewhere read it in one of the French Historians, that a great Peer of that nation (though a Papist) in the midst of that woeful havoc, the fury of the Romish Priests were making, stood up in Counsel, pns11 vvb pns11 vhb av vvn pn31 p-acp crd pp-f dt jp np1, cst dt j n1 pp-f d n1 (c-acp dt njp) p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n2 vbdr vvg, vvd a-acp p-acp n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5454 and said, He had no patience to see French-men so used. and said, He had no patience to see Frenchmen so used. cc vvd, pns31 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi np2 av vvn. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5456 some of them are men of Honour and Vertue, men of Justice, Charity and Mercy, persons almost perswaded to be Christians, not far from the Kingdom of God; Some of them Are men of Honour and Virtue, men of justice, Charity and Mercy, Persons almost persuaded to be Christians, not Far from the Kingdom of God; d pp-f pno32 vbr n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1, n2 av vvd pc-acp vbi np1, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5457 in short, men of moral vertue, abhorring sottishness and cruelty: others of them are men of blood, and violence, and cruelty. These latter are they that make the great havock in the Church of God, breathing out (like Saul, Act. 9.) threatnings and slaughters against the Disciples of the Lord; in short, men of moral virtue, abhorring sottishness and cruelty: Others of them Are men of blood, and violence, and cruelty. These latter Are they that make the great havoc in the Church of God, breathing out (like Saul, Act. 9.) threatenings and slaughters against the Disciples of the Lord; p-acp j, n2 pp-f j n1, vvg n1 cc n1: n2-jn pp-f pno32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1. d d vbr pns32 cst vvb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg av (av-j np1, n1 crd) n2-vvg cc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5458 and commonly like Saul, they have letters from the high-priests, to Damascus, to the synagogues. and commonly like Saul, they have letters from the High priests, to Damascus, to the Synagogues. cc av-j j np1, pns32 vhb n2 p-acp dt n2, p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5459 It is much, but it is observable from the very beginning of story — that the greatest cruelty and rage which the People of God, that have desired to walk more strictly and holily with him have met with, hath been from the corrupt Priests and Ministry. It was thus upon the first general corruption of the Priesthood in Israel: that was you know upon the revolt of the ten Tribes in Jeroboam's time: It is much, but it is observable from the very beginning of story — that the greatest cruelty and rage which the People of God, that have desired to walk more strictly and holily with him have met with, hath been from the corrupt Priests and Ministry. It was thus upon the First general corruption of the Priesthood in Israel: that was you know upon the revolt of the ten Tribes in Jeroboam's time: pn31 vbz av-d, cc-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 — cst dt js n1 cc n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vhb vvn pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp pno31 vhb vvn p-acp, vhz vbn p-acp dt j n2 cc n1. pn31 vbds av p-acp dt ord j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1: cst vbds pn22 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd n2 p-acp npg1 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5460 for though before that there were personal corruptions, as that of Hophni and Phinehas, yet (generally) they kept to the Law of God; for though before that there were personal corruptions, as that of Hophni and Phinehas, yet (generally) they kept to the Law of God; c-acp cs p-acp cst a-acp vbdr j n2, c-acp d pp-f np1 cc np1, av (av-j) pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5461 but in Jeroboam's time, the body of the Priests was corrupt; but in Jeroboam's time, the body of the Priests was corrupt; cc-acp p-acp npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vbds j; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5462 for the Scripture said, That Jeroboam made of the meanest people priests of the high places, whosoever would, he consecrated him, for the Scripture said, That Jeroboam made of the Meanest people Priests of the high places, whosoever would, he consecrated him, p-acp dt n1 vvd, cst np1 vvn pp-f dt js n1 n2 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq vmd, pns31 vvd pno31, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5463 and he became one of the priests of the high places, 1 King. 13.33. It was not to be thought that so great a body of that people should all be corrupted, many there were that kept close to the instituted worship of God at Hierusalem, and would go thither: and he became one of the Priests of the high places, 1 King. 13.33. It was not to be Thought that so great a body of that people should all be corrupted, many there were that kept close to the instituted worship of God At Jerusalem, and would go thither: cc pns31 vvd crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, crd n1. crd. pn31 vbds xx pc-acp vbi vvn cst av j dt n1 pp-f d n1 vmd d vbi vvn, d a-acp vbdr cst vvd av-j p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, cc vmd vvi av: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5464 though abundance of the people, as Hosea saith, Willingly walked after the Commandment, Hos. 5.11. The Commandment of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, the Commandment of which you read, 1 King. 12.28, 29, &c. yet many would not. though abundance of the people, as Hosea Says, Willingly walked After the Commandment, Hos. 5.11. The Commandment of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, the Commandment of which you read, 1 King. 12.28, 29, etc. yet many would not. cs n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp np1 vvz, av-j vvd p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f fw-la, dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb, crd n1. crd, crd, av av d vmd xx. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5465 Now as to these, the Prophet Hosea tells us, Hos. 5.1. The Priests were a snare on Mizpah, and a net spread upon Tabor, and the revolters were profound to make slaughter. Now as to these, the Prophet Hosea tells us, Hos. 5.1. The Priests were a snare on Mizpah, and a net spread upon Tabor, and the revolters were profound to make slaughter. av c-acp p-acp d, dt n1 np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. dt n2 vbdr dt n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc dt n2 vbdr j pc-acp vvi n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5466 So it was in our Saviours time, the Priests, and Scribes, and Pharisees, were the cruel Enemies of Christ, So it was in our Saviors time, the Priests, and Scribes, and Pharisees, were the cruel Enemies of christ, av pn31 vbds p-acp po12 ng1 n1, dt n2, cc n2, cc np1, vbdr dt j n2 pp-f np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5467 and his Disciples, as you read in the Gospels, and the story of the Acts of the Apostles. and his Disciples, as you read in the Gospels, and the story of the Acts of the Apostles. cc po31 n2, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt ng1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 279
5468 And so it always hath been, and still is in the Church of Rome, their Priests and Jesuites are the bloody men, the cruel men against those that cannot comply with them. And so it always hath been, and still is in the Church of Rome, their Priests and Jesuits Are the bloody men, the cruel men against those that cannot comply with them. cc av pn31 av vhz vbn, cc av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po32 n2 cc np2 vbr dt j n2, dt j n2 p-acp d cst vmbx vvi p-acp pno32. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5469 But now there are a great many others, that are persons of better nature and temper, that hate sensuality, But now there Are a great many Others, that Are Persons of better nature and temper, that hate sensuality, p-acp av a-acp vbr dt j d n2-jn, cst vbr n2 pp-f jc n1 cc n1, cst vvb n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5471 Now God often makes use of the immoralities of the Enemies of the People of God, to bring about his designs for their liberty and deliverance: Now God often makes use of the immoralities of the Enemies of the People of God, to bring about his designs for their liberty and deliverance: av np1 av vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5472 men of honour and vertue, abhor the sensuality and beastliness of the great Enemies of the Church; men of honour and virtue, abhor the sensuality and beastliness of the great Enemies of the Church; n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5473 and although themselves (possibly) be not of the minds of the People of God, and although themselves (possibly) be not of the minds of the People of God, cc cs px32 (av-j) vbb xx pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5474 yet they abhor injustice, and oppression, and cruelty, and sensuality; yet they abhor injustice, and oppression, and cruelty, and sensuality; av pns32 vvb n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5475 and this makes them favour the poor servants of God, as men that have done nothing worthy of such deaths, and this makes them favour the poor Servants of God, as men that have done nothing worthy of such death's, cc d vvz pno32 vvi dt j n2 pp-f np1, c-acp n2 cst vhb vdn pix j-jn pp-f d n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5476 or bonds, or to be so unreasonably dealt with: and thus God maketh the wrath and rage of bloody men to praise him. or bonds, or to be so unreasonably dealt with: and thus God makes the wrath and rage of bloody men to praise him. cc n2, cc pc-acp vbi av av-j vvn p-acp: cc av np1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 553 Page 280
5477 I might go on, and shew you how God makes use of the wars and fightings, the envy, emulation and strife, which often arise amongst the men of the world, (and James 3.1. Whence come all these, but from the lusts that war in our members? ) to gain his people liberty and protection. I might go on, and show you how God makes use of the wars and fightings, the envy, emulation and strife, which often arise among the men of the world, (and James 3.1. Whence come all these, but from the Lustiest that war in our members?) to gain his people liberty and protection. pns11 vmd vvi a-acp, cc vvb pn22 c-crq np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 cc n2-vvg, dt n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq av vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (cc np1 crd. q-crq vvb d d, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vvb p-acp po12 n2?) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 n1 cc n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5478 But I have spoken enough to justifie this Observation: But I have spoken enough to justify this Observation: p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-d pc-acp vvi d n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5479 but it may be some will say to me, Why doth God do this? Could not God do his work by other instruments? And were it not more suitable to the Holiness of God, to bring about his designs by better instruments? To which the answer were good enough to say, Who art thou that disputest with God? It is enough for us, that thus it pleaseth him, but it may be Some will say to me, Why does God do this? Could not God do his work by other Instruments? And were it not more suitable to the Holiness of God, to bring about his designs by better Instruments? To which the answer were good enough to say, Who art thou that Disputes with God? It is enough for us, that thus it Pleases him, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi d vmb vvi p-acp pno11, q-crq vdz np1 vdb d? vmd xx np1 vdi po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2? cc vbdr pn31 xx av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp jc n2? p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbdr j av-d pc-acp vvi, q-crq vb2r pns21 cst vv2 p-acp np1? pn31 vbz av-d p-acp pno12, cst av pn31 vvz pno31, (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5480 and that this is consistent enough, both with his Holiness and Wisdom. and that this is consistent enough, both with his Holiness and Wisdom. cc cst d vbz j av-d, av-d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5481 It is not inconsistent with his holiness, to mean, and to turn that for good, which men mean, It is not inconsistent with his holiness, to mean, and to turn that for good, which men mean, pn31 vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi cst p-acp j, r-crq n2 vvb, (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5482 and intend for evil, (as in Joseph's case, Gen. 50.20.) for God doth not put this malice into their hearts, he only suffereth them to walk in their own ways, and then governeth their lusts to his own praise and glory. and intend for evil, (as in Joseph's case, Gen. 50.20.) for God does not put this malice into their hearts, he only suffers them to walk in their own ways, and then Governs their Lustiest to his own praise and glory. cc vvb p-acp n-jn, (c-acp p-acp npg1 n1, np1 crd.) p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi d n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 av-j vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc av vvz po32 n2 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5483 But I shall shew you, that this is a very reasonable motion and working of Divine Providence, which will appear to you by the following Considerations: But I shall show you, that this is a very reasonable motion and working of Divine Providence, which will appear to you by the following Considerations: p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cst d vbz dt av j n1 cc n-vvg pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt j-vvg n2: (25) sermon (DIV3) 554 Page 280
5484 1. That God by this sheweth his infinite wisdom and power, by how much there is the less aptitude and disposition in a cause, to bring forth an effect; 1. That God by this shows his infinite Wisdom and power, by how much there is the less aptitude and disposition in a cause, to bring forth an Effect; crd cst np1 p-acp d vvz po31 j n1 cc n1, p-acp c-crq d pc-acp vbz dt av-dc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 280
5485 by so much must the power and wisdom of the efficient cause be made more glorious. by so much must the power and Wisdom of the efficient cause be made more glorious. p-acp av d vmb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbb vvn av-dc j. (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 280
5486 Now there is nothing in nature less disposed to the Glory of God, nor that hath so much antipathy to the Glory of God, as sin and lust. Now there is nothing in nature less disposed to the Glory of God, nor that hath so much antipathy to the Glory of God, as since and lust. av a-acp vbz pix p-acp n1 av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx cst vhz av d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp n1 cc n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 280
5487 What cannot that God do, that can make mens lusts to praise him? Lust (of its own nature) opposeth God, nothing is so contrary to his designs; What cannot that God do, that can make men's Lustiest to praise him? Lust (of its own nature) Opposeth God, nothing is so contrary to his designs; q-crq vmbx d n1 vdb, cst vmb vvi ng2 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31? n1 (pp-f po31 d n1) vvz np1, pix vbz av j-jn p-acp po31 n2; (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5489 this must glorifie God, as an Almighty God, that can do whatsoever he pleaseth, and by what means soever he pleaseth; this must Glorify God, as an Almighty God, that can do whatsoever he Pleases, and by what means soever he Pleases; d vmb vvi np1, c-acp dt j-jn np1, cst vmb vdi r-crq pns31 vvz, cc p-acp r-crq n2 av pns31 vvz; (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5490 yea, and by this means God maketh his Wisdom admirable. yea, and by this means God makes his Wisdom admirable. uh, cc p-acp d n2 np1 vvz po31 n1 j. (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5491 When he taketh the wise in their own craftiness, Come (saith Pharaoh ) let us deal wisely with them: When he Takes the wise in their own craftiness, Come (Says Pharaoh) let us deal wisely with them: c-crq pns31 vvz dt j p-acp po32 d n1, vvb (vvz np1) vvb pno12 vvi av-j p-acp pno32: (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5492 God makes Pharaoh's wisdom to destroy his people, a great means to deliver his people. God makes Pharaoh's Wisdom to destroy his people, a great means to deliver his people. np1 vvz npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5493 What an infinitely-wise God did he by this declare himself? Turning Pharaoh's wisdom into folly, What an infinitely-wise God did he by this declare himself? Turning Pharaoh's Wisdom into folly, q-crq dt j np1 vdd pns31 p-acp d n1 px31? vvg npg1 n1 p-acp n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5494 and making it to operate directly contrary to his deliberations. and making it to operate directly contrary to his deliberations. cc vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi av-j j-jn p-acp po31 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 555 Page 281
5495 2. A second Consideration is this, That it is but reasonable that God should make some use of the worst of men. 2. A second Consideration is this, That it is but reasonable that God should make Some use of the worst of men. crd dt ord n1 vbz d, cst pn31 vbz p-acp j cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5496 The worst of men are the Lords creatures, he hath made them, he doth much for them, they live upon his hand of Providence; The worst of men Are the lords creatures, he hath made them, he does much for them, they live upon his hand of Providence; dt js pp-f n2 vbr dt n2 n2, pns31 vhz vvn pno32, pns31 vdz d c-acp pno32, pns32 vvb p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5497 'tis reasonable they should do him some service: now, intentionally, and designedly, a wicked man will do God no service at all; it's reasonable they should do him Some service: now, intentionally, and designedly, a wicked man will do God no service At all; pn31|vbz j pns32 vmd vdi pno31 d n1: av, av-j, cc av-j, dt j n1 vmb vdi np1 dx n1 p-acp d; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5498 his heart is quite another way, his life is a pursuit of one lust or other; his heart is quite Another Way, his life is a pursuit of one lust or other; po31 n1 vbz av j-jn n1, po31 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f crd n1 cc n-jn; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5499 if God did not get glory on him besides his intention, he could have no service at all from him. if God did not get glory on him beside his intention, he could have no service At all from him. cs np1 vdd xx vvi n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp d p-acp pno31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5500 There is no reason that leud and wicked men, covetous, ambitious men, bloody and cruel men should live in the world for nothing; There is no reason that lewd and wicked men, covetous, ambitious men, bloody and cruel men should live in the world for nothing; pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst j cc j n2, j, j n2, j cc j n2 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pix; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5501 and be maintained from Gods basket for nothing, without doing him any service; and be maintained from God's basket for nothing, without doing him any service; cc vbb vvn p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pix, p-acp vdg pno31 d n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5502 they will not serve God, as reasonable creatures should do, offering up their bodies as a living acceptable sacrifice to God, which the Apostle, Rom. 12.1, determines our reasonable service: The Apostle therefore to the Thessalonians, calls wicked men unreasonable. They shall therefore serve God, they will not serve God, as reasonable creatures should do, offering up their bodies as a living acceptable sacrifice to God, which the Apostle, Rom. 12.1, determines our reasonable service: The Apostle Therefore to the Thessalonians, calls wicked men unreasonable. They shall Therefore serve God, pns32 vmb xx vvi np1, c-acp j n2 vmd vdi, vvg a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j-vvg j n1 p-acp np1, r-crq dt n1, np1 crd, vvz po12 j n1: dt n1 av p-acp dt njp2, vvz j n2 j. pns32 vmb av vvi np1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5503 as brute creatures, as the beasts of the field serve him; as brutus creatures, as the beasts of the field serve him; c-acp n1 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pno31; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5504 not knowing what they do, as a meer machine, and engine serveth us by the force of our hand; not knowing what they do, as a mere machine, and engine serves us by the force of our hand; xx vvg r-crq pns32 vdb, c-acp dt j n1, cc n1 vvz pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5505 nay in a worse degree quite contrary to their own counsels, intentions, and designs. nay in a Worse degree quite contrary to their own Counsels, intentions, and designs. uh-x p-acp dt jc n1 av j-jn p-acp po32 d n2, n2, cc n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5506 God could have no service from wicked men, if he did not get himself a glory from their lusts, God could have no service from wicked men, if he did not get himself a glory from their Lustiest, np1 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp j n2, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi px31 dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5507 as he got himself glory upon Pharaoh. as he god himself glory upon Pharaoh. c-acp pns31 vvd px31 vvi p-acp np1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 556 Page 281
5508 3. There is something in Gods Counsels to be produced in the world, that is fit for no other hands, 3. There is something in God's Counsels to be produced in the world, that is fit for no other hands, crd pc-acp vbz pi p-acp npg1 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst vbz j p-acp dx j-jn n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 281
5509 than the hands of sinners, and is hard to be effected any way, but from their lusts. than the hands of Sinners, and is hard to be effected any Way, but from their Lustiest. cs dt n2 pp-f n2, cc vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn d n1, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 281
5510 These are the acts of his Punitive Justice upon his People. These Are the acts of his Punitive justice upon his People. d vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 281
5573 but yet there are some which tend to a more eminent disturbance and confusion in them. but yet there Are Some which tend to a more eminent disturbance and confusion in them. cc-acp av a-acp vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp dt av-dc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5511 God is compelled by his Justice, sometimes to kindle a fire in Sion, and to set up a furnace in Hierusalem, to melt, God is compelled by his justice, sometime to kindle a fire in Sion, and to Set up a furnace in Jerusalem, to melt, np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi, (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 282
5512 and to try his people, in order to the purging out of their dross, and taking away their tin. and to try his people, in order to the purging out of their dross, and taking away their tin. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg av pp-f po32 n1, cc vvg av po32 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 282
5513 Now as it is lust which kindleth all fires, so (ordinarily) it is the lust of Gods Enemies, of wicked men, which bloweth up this fire. Now as it is lust which kindleth all fires, so (ordinarily) it is the lust of God's Enemies, of wicked men, which blows up this fire. av c-acp pn31 vbz n1 r-crq vvz d n2, av (av-j) pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, pp-f j n2, r-crq vvz a-acp d n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 282
5514 Sometimes indeed Ephraim is against Mamasses, and Manasses against Ephraim; but (ordinarily) it is the Assyrian, or Egyptian, or Babylonian, that must destroy Israel. Men do not use to set sheep to hunt, and tear sheep; Sometime indeed Ephraim is against Mamasses, and Manasses against Ephraim; but (ordinarily) it is the assyrian, or Egyptian, or Babylonian, that must destroy Israel. Men do not use to Set sheep to hunt, and tear sheep; av av np1 vbz p-acp vvz, cc np1 p-acp np1; p-acp (av-j) pn31 vbz dt jp, cc jp, cc jp, cst vmb vvi np1. n2 vdb xx vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 282
5515 but to make use of dogs for that work. but to make use of Dogs for that work. cc-acp pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 557 Page 282
5516 4. This is a reasonable motion of Providence, to incourage the people of God, never to despair, 4. This is a reasonable motion of Providence, to encourage the people of God, never to despair, crd d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, av-x pc-acp vvi, (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5517 but continually to hope in the Lords mercy. but continually to hope in the lords mercy. cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5518 That which usually discourageth our hope in God, for any good as to his Church, is the heighth of the rage of Enemies, the sad and forlorn state of things, the appearance of never an instrument like to do any service for God, or for his People. That which usually Discourageth our hope in God, for any good as to his Church, is the height of the rage of Enemies, the sad and forlorn state of things, the appearance of never an Instrument like to do any service for God, or for his People. cst r-crq av-j vvz po12 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d j c-acp p-acp po31 n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f av dt n1 av-j pc-acp vdi d n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5519 But none of all this is a sufficient ground for discouragement, if God can make use of the worst of men, But none of all this is a sufficient ground for discouragement, if God can make use of the worst of men, p-acp pix pp-f d d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, cs np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5520 and make the lusts of people serviceable to his own wise counsels, and bringing about his purposes. and make the Lustiest of people serviceable to his own wise Counsels, and bringing about his Purposes. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 j p-acp po31 d j n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5521 I might also have added, that these motions of Providence are reasonable to shew wicked men their folly, I might also have added, that these motions of Providence Are reasonable to show wicked men their folly, pns11 vmd av vhi vvn, cst d n2 pp-f n1 vbr j pc-acp vvi j n2 po32 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5522 and how vainly they set themselves against the counsels and purposes of God; who ordinarily taketh them by guile, and overthroweth them in their own craftiness. and how vainly they Set themselves against the Counsels and Purposes of God; who ordinarily Takes them by guile, and Overthroweth them in their own craftiness. cc c-crq av-j pns32 vvd px32 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; r-crq av-j vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 d n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5523 But I have enlarged enough upon the doctrinal part of this Observation, I now come to the Application of it. But I have enlarged enough upon the doctrinal part of this Observation, I now come to the Application of it. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 av vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (25) sermon (DIV3) 558 Page 282
5524 Ʋse 1. In the first place let us here admire the infinite power, and the wisdom of God, and learn at all times to trust in his word. Ʋse 1. In the First place let us Here admire the infinite power, and the Wisdom of God, and Learn At all times to trust in his word. j crd p-acp dt ord n1 vvb pno12 av vvb dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5525 What cannot that God do? What will not the wisdom of that God extend to, who can make the highest and proudest Enemies, which his glory hath, to serve the designs and counsels of his glory? The work of Creation, is not so much a work of infinite power and wisdom, as this work of Providence. What cannot that God do? What will not the Wisdom of that God extend to, who can make the highest and proudest Enemies, which his glory hath, to serve the designs and Counsels of his glory? The work of Creation, is not so much a work of infinite power and Wisdom, as this work of Providence. q-crq vmbx d n1 vdb? q-crq vmb xx dt n1 pp-f cst np1 vvi p-acp, r-crq vmb vvi dt js cc js n2, r-crq po31 n1 vhz, pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1? dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz xx av av-d dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1, c-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5526 In Creation, God only produceth being out of not being: In Creation, God only Produceth being out of not being: p-acp n1, np1 av-j vvz n1 av pp-f xx vbg: (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5527 here God brings out his glory from that which hath an unmeasurable contrariety to his glory: Here God brings out his glory from that which hath an unmeasurable contrariety to his glory: av np1 vvz av po31 n1 p-acp d r-crq vhz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5528 nothing is so desperately opposite to the glory of God, as the sordid lusts of mans heart: nothing is so desperately opposite to the glory of God, as the sordid Lustiest of men heart: pix vbz av av-j j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f ng1 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5529 no creature is so opposite to the honour and glory of God, as a resolved malitious sinner is. no creature is so opposite to the honour and glory of God, as a resolved malicious sinner is. dx n1 vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j-vvn j n1 vbz. (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 282
5530 Now for God to make such a wretch to serve him, nay, to make such a wretch in the hottest pursuit of his lusts to serve him; Now for God to make such a wretch to serve him, nay, to make such a wretch in the hottest pursuit of his Lustiest to serve him; av p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, uh-x, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 p-acp dt js n1 pp-f po31 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31; (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 283
5531 and by the satisfaction of his lusts, to serve the great design of his glory: O what an Almighty Power, what an infinite wisdom must this speak in God! and by the satisfaction of his Lustiest, to serve the great Design of his glory: Oh what an Almighty Power, what an infinite Wisdom must this speak in God! cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: uh r-crq dt j-jn n1, r-crq dt j n1 vmb d vvi p-acp np1 (25) sermon (DIV3) 559 Page 283
5532 And this I say should recommend God to us, as a God that may at any time, under any face of things, be trusted. And this I say should recommend God to us, as a God that may At any time, under any face of things, be trusted. cc d pns11 vvb vmd vvi np1 p-acp pno12, c-acp dt n1 cst vmb p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n2, vbi vvn. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5533 We cannot see a worser face of things, than when wickedness is at the heighth, men in the heighth of rage and malice against the People of God: We cannot see a Worse face of things, than when wickedness is At the height, men in the height of rage and malice against the People of God: pns12 vmbx vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n2, cs c-crq n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5534 when all kind of filthiness and sensuality abounds in a place; when the vilest men are exalted, and the wicked walk on every side: when all kind of filthiness and sensuality abounds in a place; when the Vilest men Are exalted, and the wicked walk on every side: c-crq d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz p-acp dt n1; c-crq dt js n2 vbr vvn, cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5535 they are put together, Psal. 12.8. they Are put together, Psalm 12.8. pns32 vbr vvn av, np1 crd. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5536 But under such dispensations, Christians, trouble not your selves as to Gods care of his Church: But under such dispensations, Christians, trouble not your selves as to God's care of his Church: p-acp p-acp d n2, np1, vvb xx po22 n2 a-acp p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f po31 n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5537 indeed it is, and ought to be an afflicting dispensation. 1. For the glory of God. indeed it is, and ought to be an afflicting Dispensation. 1. For the glory of God. av pn31 vbz, cc pi pc-acp vbi dt vvg n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5538 Under such a face of things, the holy Name of God is blasphemed, the honour of God is at present laid in the dust. 2. Such a time must needs be a time of great suffering to the holy and innocent servants of God. Under such a face of things, the holy Name of God is blasphemed, the honour of God is At present laid in the dust. 2. Such a time must needs be a time of great suffering to the holy and innocent Servants of God. p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp j vvn p-acp dt n1. crd d dt n1 vmb av vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt j cc j-jn n2 pp-f np1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5539 Many particular servants of God, must be made great sufferers under such a Providence: But yet incourage your self in God; Many particular Servants of God, must be made great sufferers under such a Providence: But yet encourage your self in God; d j n2 pp-f np1, vmb vbi vvn j n2 p-acp d dt n1: cc-acp av vvi po22 n1 p-acp np1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5540 he that can bring light out of darkness, can, and will bring good out of such an evil as this is. he that can bring Light out of darkness, can, and will bring good out of such an evil as this is. pns31 cst vmb vvi n1 av pp-f n1, vmb, cc vmb vvi j av pp-f d dt j-jn c-acp d vbz. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5541 The Providence of God doth ordinarily compel even the worst of men to do his work; The Providence of God does ordinarily compel even the worst of men to do his work; dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi av dt js pp-f n2 pc-acp vdi po31 n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5542 howbeit that they mean not so: one way or other they shall do the Lords work; howbeit that they mean not so: one Way or other they shall do the lords work; a-acp cst pns32 vvb xx av: crd n1 cc n-jn pns32 vmb vdi dt n2 vvb; (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5543 if no other way, yet by making their own folly manifest to all men: God often brings wicked men upon the stage, to make them more abominable. if not other Way, yet by making their own folly manifest to all men: God often brings wicked men upon the stage, to make them more abominable. cs xx j-jn n1, av p-acp vvg po32 d n1 vvi p-acp d n2: np1 av vvz j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-dc j. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5544 There are many in the world, men of sobriety and vertue, would not have believed there had been such horrible injustice, There Are many in the world, men of sobriety and virtue, would not have believed there had been such horrible injustice, pc-acp vbr d p-acp dt n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd xx vhi vvn a-acp vhd vbn d j n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5545 and oppression, such horrible, and insatiable avarice, such merciless cruelty in the hearts of many sinners, and oppression, such horrible, and insatiable avarice, such merciless cruelty in the hearts of many Sinners, cc n1, d j, cc j n1, d j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5546 if they did not see them play their parts upon a stage in the world. if they did not see them play their parts upon a stage in the world. cs pns32 vdd xx vvi pno32 vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5547 In the mean time know that you trust in a God, that knoweth how to make use of mens malice, In the mean time know that you trust in a God, that Knoweth how to make use of men's malice, p-acp dt j n1 vvi cst pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f ng2 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5548 and to make the maddest and desperatest sinner serve his purposes. and to make the maddest and desperatest sinner serve his Purposes. cc pc-acp vvi dt js cc js n1 vvi po31 n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 560 Page 283
5549 Ʋse 2. In the second place, what a foundation doth this notion lay, for an Exhortation to all, to break off their sins by true repentance, Ʋse 2. In the second place, what a Foundation does this notion lay, for an Exhortation to all, to break off their Sins by true Repentance, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq dt n1 vdz d n1 vvd, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp j n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 561 Page 283
5550 and to give unto God a voluntary chosen service. 1. To break off their sins by a true repentance. and to give unto God a voluntary chosen service. 1. To break off their Sins by a true Repentance. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 dt j-jn j-vvn n1. crd pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 561 Page 283
5551 I remember our Lords words to Saul, out of Heaven, Saul, Saul, (saith he) why persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. I Remember our lords words to Saul, out of Heaven, Saul, Saul, (Says he) why Persecutest thou me? it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks. pns11 vvb po12 n2 n2 p-acp np1, av pp-f n1, np1, np1, (vvz pns31) c-crq vv2 pns21 pno11? pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5552 Suppose a person, whose heart the Devil hath filled with all malice, that if he could, he would pluck God out of Heaven, Suppose a person, whose heart the devil hath filled with all malice, that if he could, he would pluck God out of Heaven, vvb dt n1, rg-crq n1 dt n1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1, cst cs pns31 vmd, pns31 vmd vvi np1 av pp-f n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5553 and root out the Name of God from the Earth: yet methinks this should discourage him in his fullest career and madness; and root out the Name of God from the Earth: yet methinks this should discourage him in his Fullest career and madness; cc vvi av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1: av vvz d vmd vvi pno31 p-acp po31 js n1 cc n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5554 to think, that he that sitteth in the Heavens, laugheth him to scorn; to think, that he that Sitteth in the Heavens, Laugheth him to scorn; pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n2, vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi; (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5555 and when he hath done all he can, he shall but have effected the Lords counsels, and when he hath done all he can, he shall but have effected the lords Counsels, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vdn d pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb p-acp vhi vvn dt n2 n2, (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5556 and done the Lords work, although he meant not so. Let therefore the sinners of the Earth be instructed, and learn wisdom: and done the lords work, although he meant not so. Let Therefore the Sinners of the Earth be instructed, and Learn Wisdom: cc vdn dt n2 vvb, cs pns31 vvd xx av. vvb av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb vvn, cc vvi n1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5557 they cannot do what they list, and many times, wherein they think, and talk proudly, God sheweth himself above them, they cannot do what they list, and many times, wherein they think, and talk proudly, God shows himself above them, pns32 vmbx vdb r-crq pns32 vvb, cc d n2, c-crq pns32 vvb, cc vvi av-j, np1 vvz px31 p-acp pno32, (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5558 and they do Gods work quite besides, and contrary to their own intentions. and they do God's work quite beside, and contrary to their own intentions. cc pns32 vdb n2 vvi av a-acp, cc j-jn p-acp po32 d n2. (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5559 There is no encountring with a God, who can make the wrath of man to praise him, There is no encountering with a God, who can make the wrath of man to praise him, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp dt np1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5560 and restrain the remainder of it when he pleaseth. 2. If this be so, certainly it is wisdom in men, designedly and intentionally to serve God: and restrain the remainder of it when he Pleases. 2. If this be so, Certainly it is Wisdom in men, designedly and intentionally to serve God: cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 c-crq pns31 vvz. crd cs d vbb av, av-j pn31 vbz n1 p-acp n2, av-j cc av-j pc-acp vvi np1: (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5561 otherwise they lose their reward, at least their spiritual and eternal reward. otherwise they loose their reward, At lest their spiritual and Eternal reward. av pns32 vvb po32 n1, p-acp cs po32 j cc j n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5562 We find God with temporal rewards, sometimes rewarding men, that do some things at his command, We find God with temporal rewards, sometime rewarding men, that do Some things At his command, pns12 vvb np1 p-acp j n2, av vvg n2, cst vdb d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5563 though their hearts in the action be not right with God: so Jehu was rewarded, his Sons inherited the Throne to the 4th generation; though their hearts in the actium be not right with God: so Jehu was rewarded, his Sons inherited the Throne to the 4th generation; cs po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 vbb xx j-jn p-acp np1: av np1 vbds vvn, po31 n2 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5564 but God at last visited the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu. But no man hath a spiritual reward, inward joy. and peace of conscience; but God At last visited the blood of Jezrael upon the house of Jehu. But no man hath a spiritual reward, inward joy. and peace of conscience; cc-acp np1 p-acp ord vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp dx n1 vhz dt j n1, j n1. cc n1 pp-f n1; (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5565 nor shall have an eternal reward, but that man, who with purpose of heart serveth the Lord. nor shall have an Eternal reward, but that man, who with purpose of heart serves the Lord. ccx vmb vhi dt j n1, cc-acp cst n1, r-crq p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvz dt n1. (25) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 284
5566 SERMON XXII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 562 Page 285
5567 I Proceed yet in making some Observations concerning the motions of Providence, in the preservation and government of the world. I Proceed yet in making Some Observations Concerning the motions of Providence, in the preservation and government of the world. pns11 vvb av p-acp vvg d n2 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 563 Page 285
5568 An eighth Observation, which I shall make, and a little enlarge upon, is this: an eighth Observation, which I shall make, and a little enlarge upon, is this: dt ord n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, cc dt j vvi p-acp, vbz d: (26) sermon (DIV3) 563 Page 285
5569 Observ. 8. That the Providence of God is wonderfully seen in bringing to light hidden counsels of darkness, Observation 8. That the Providence of God is wonderfully seen in bringing to Light hidden Counsels of darkness, np1 crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg pc-acp vvi j-vvn n2 pp-f n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5570 and punishing of sins, which tend to the disturbance of civil societies. Indeed there are not many sins but have an ill influence upon humane society; and punishing of Sins, which tend to the disturbance of civil societies. Indeed there Are not many Sins but have an ill influence upon humane society; cc vvg pp-f n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. av a-acp vbr xx d n2 cc-acp vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp j n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5571 and the reason is, because there is no law in the world so fitted to the prosperous beings of Societies, and the reason is, Because there is no law in the world so fitted to the prosperous beings of Societies, cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 av vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5574 Such are now plottings and treasons against Princes, whom God hath made the heads of these Societies; Such Are now plottings and treasons against Princes, whom God hath made the Heads of these Societies; d vbr av n2 cc n2 p-acp n2, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5575 Seditions, and raising up mutinies, murthers, &c. These make great gaps and disorders in political bodies, Seditions, and raising up mutinies, murders, etc. These make great gaps and disorders in political bodies, n2, cc vvg a-acp n2, n2, av np1 vvb j n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5576 and you shall observe the Providence of God bearing an eminent testimony against them, Eccles. 10.20. Curse not the King, nō not in thy thought, and curse not the rich in thy bed-chamber; and you shall observe the Providence of God bearing an eminent testimony against them, Eccles. 10.20. Curse not the King, nō not in thy Thought, and curse not the rich in thy bedchamber; cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt j n1 p-acp pno32, np1 crd. vvb xx dt n1, fw-fr xx p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb xx dt j p-acp po21 n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5577 for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter: p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, cc cst r-crq vhz n2 vmb vvi dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5578 it shall be discovered, it shall be suddenly discovered, and by ways, that one would never think of. Two things you shall observe in the workings of Divine Providence as to this thing. it shall be discovered, it shall be suddenly discovered, and by ways, that one would never think of. Two things you shall observe in the workings of Divine Providence as to this thing. pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vmb vbi av-j vvn, cc p-acp n2, cst pi vmd av vvi pp-f. crd n2 pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 c-acp p-acp d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 564 Page 285
5579 1. That it is very rarely, that the Providence of God suffereth any such designs to come to any effect and issue. 1. That it is very rarely, that the Providence of God suffers any such designs to come to any Effect and issue. crd cst pn31 vbz av av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 565 Page 286
5580 2. That if at any time he doth for the punishment of flagitious rulers suffer them to come to issue, he very rarely suffereth the actors in them to go down to their graves in peace. 2. That if At any time he does for the punishment of flagitious Rulers suffer them to come to issue, he very rarely suffers the actors in them to go down to their graves in peace. crd cst cs p-acp d n1 pns31 vdz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, pns31 av av-j vvz dt n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 566 Page 286
5581 This abundantly justifieth it self in the story of Scripture, and in all other story. 'Tis very rarely, that the Providence of God suffereth conspiracies to take effect. This abundantly Justifieth it self in the story of Scripture, and in all other story. It's very rarely, that the Providence of God suffers conspiracies to take Effect. d av-j vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1. pn31|vbz av av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 566 Page 286
5582 Of an hundred plots, that you read of in story, to take away the lives of Princes, Of an hundred plots, that you read of in story, to take away the lives of Princes, pp-f dt crd n2, cst pn22 vvb pp-f p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5583 and make disturbances in political affairs, it is very rare to read of any that take effect, Job 5.12. either the Lord makes their own hearts to fail them, or weakneth their hands, that they cannot find their enterprize; and make disturbances in political affairs, it is very rare to read of any that take Effect, Job 5.12. either the Lord makes their own hearts to fail them, or weakeneth their hands, that they cannot find their enterprise; cc vvi n2 p-acp j n2, pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi pp-f d cst vvb n1, n1 crd. av-d dt n1 vvz po32 d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvz po32 n2, cst pns32 vmbx vvi po32 n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5584 or put's it into the hearts of some of the conspirators to reveal the matter, or causeth some strange impression and jealousies in those whose lives are aimed at: or put's it into the hearts of Some of the conspirators to reveal the matter, or Causes Some strange impression and jealousies in those whose lives Are aimed At: cc vvi|po31 pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d pp-f dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvz d j n1 cc n2 p-acp d rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp: (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5585 some way or other the Providence of God worketh, to crush the cockatrices egg, before it hatcheth into a serpent. Some Way or other the Providence of God works, to crush the cockatrices egg, before it hatcheth into a serpent. d n1 cc j-jn dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5586 Our Queen Elizabeth was a famous instance of the special Providence of God in this kind, over such, Our Queen Elizabeth was a famous instance of the special Providence of God in this kind, over such, po12 n1 np1 vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d, (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5587 as God maketh rulers over others. as God makes Rulers over Others. c-acp np1 vvz n2 p-acp n2-jn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5588 What a strange discovery had we of the Powder-treason in this Nation? But this is but the first thing which I commended to you under this Observation. What a strange discovery had we of the Powder treason in this nation? But this is but the First thing which I commended to you under this Observation. q-crq dt j n1 vhd pns12 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1? p-acp d vbz p-acp dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 567 Page 286
5589 2. Sometimes the Providence of God, for his wise ends, doth suffer such conspiracies to come to issue; 2. Sometime the Providence of God, for his wise ends, does suffer such conspiracies to come to issue; crd av dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j n2, vdz vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi; (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5590 either for the personal sins of such rulers, or for the sins of the people, over whom God hath set them; either for the personal Sins of such Rulers, or for the Sins of the people, over whom God hath Set them; av-d p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n2, cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32; (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5591 but when he doth, he rarely suffereth the actors in them to go down to their graves in peace. but when he does, he rarely suffers the actors in them to go down to their graves in peace. p-acp c-crq pns31 vdz, pns31 av-j vvz dt n2 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5648 for in the image of God made he man. for in the image of God made he man. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pns31 n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5592 You read 2 Sam. 4. that Baanah and Recab, two servants of Ishboseth, conspired against him, You read 2 Sam. 4. that Baanah and Rechab, two Servants of Ishbosheth, conspired against him, pn22 vvb crd np1 crd cst np1 cc n1, crd n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno31, (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5593 and slew him, ver. 9. David causeth them both to be slain. Baasha, 1 King. 16.27, conspireth against Nadab, and slayeth him; (indeed the Scripture doth not express the particular kind of his death) but he threatned him by Jehu the Prophet, 1 King. 16.3, 4. and tells us, ver. 7. That the wrath of the Lord came against him for all the evil that he did — in being like to the house of Jeroboam, and slew him, ver. 9. David Causes them both to be slave. Baasha, 1 King. 16.27, conspireth against Nadab, and slays him; (indeed the Scripture does not express the particular kind of his death) but he threatened him by Jehu the Prophet, 1 King. 16.3, 4. and tells us, ver. 7. That the wrath of the Lord Come against him for all the evil that he did — in being like to the house of Jeroboam, cc vvd pno31, fw-la. crd np1 vvz pno32 av-d pc-acp vbi vvn. np1, crd n1. crd, vvz p-acp np1, cc vvz pno31; (av dt n1 vdz xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1) cc-acp pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp np1 dt n1, crd n1. crd, crd cc vvz pno12, fw-la. crd cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp d dt n-jn cst pns31 vdd — p-acp vbg av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5594 and because he killed him, that is, he killed Nadab, the Son of Jeroboam. and Because he killed him, that is, he killed Nadab, the Son of Jeroboam. cc c-acp pns31 vvd pno31, cst vbz, pns31 vvd np1, dt n1 pp-f np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 568 Page 286
5595 And against Elah his Son, Zimri killed him, ver. 20. Had Zimri peace that slew his master? no, he killed himself; And against Elah his Son, Zimri killed him, ver. 20. Had Zimri peace that slew his master? no, he killed himself; cc p-acp np1 po31 n1, np1 vvd pno31, fw-la. crd vhd np1 n1 cst vvd po31 n1? av-dx, pns31 vvd px31; (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 286
5596 when he had reigned but seven days, ver. 28, after him Ahab (a most wicked man) dyed in war, his Son Jehoram was slain by Jehu, and Jehu executed both the Lord's counsel and command in what he did; when he had reigned but seven days, ver. 28, After him Ahab (a most wicked man) died in war, his Son jehoram was slave by Jehu, and Jehu executed both the Lord's counsel and command in what he did; c-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp crd n2, fw-la. crd, p-acp pno31 np1 (dt av-ds j n1) vvd p-acp n1, po31 n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cc np1 vvn d dt ng1 n1 cc vvi p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd; (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5597 so the Lord spared him, and three or four after him of his generation, to fulfil his promise to Jehu. After this, 2 King. 15, Shallum conspireth against Zechariah, and slayeth him, but reigns only one month; so the Lord spared him, and three or four After him of his generation, to fulfil his promise to Jehu. After this, 2 King. 15, Shallum conspireth against Zechariah, and slays him, but reigns only one Monn; av dt n1 vvd pno31, cc crd cc crd p-acp pno31 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp np1. p-acp d, crd n1. crd, np1 vvz p-acp np1, cc vvz pno31, cc-acp vvz av-j crd n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5598 and Menahem requiteth his bloodshed, and slayeth him: Joash was slain for the blood of the Sons of Jehojada, 2 King. 24.23. Amaziah his Son succeedeth him, 2 Chron. 25.1. and Menahem requites his bloodshed, and slays him: Joash was slave for the blood of the Sons of Jehoiada, 2 King. 24.23. Amaziah his Son succeedeth him, 2 Chronicles 25.1. cc np1 vvz po31 n1, cc vvz pno31: n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd. np1 po31 n1 vvz pno31, crd np1 crd. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5599 & ver. 3. He slayeth his servants that had slain the King his father. & for. 3. He slays his Servants that had slave the King his father. cc p-acp. crd pns31 vvz po31 n2 cst vhd vvn dt n1 po31 n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5600 And as this notion is justified everywhere in sacred story, so civil story also maketh it good: And as this notion is justified everywhere in sacred story, so civil story also makes it good: cc p-acp d n1 vbz vvn av p-acp j n1, av j n1 av vvz pn31 j: (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5601 Solomon saith, He that breaketh an hedg, a serpent shall bite him: Solomon Says, He that breaks an hedge, a serpent shall bite him: np1 vvz, pns31 cst vvz dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pno31: (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5602 Government is the hedg of a Nation, and rulers are the stakes in that hedg, that keep it together; Government is the hedge of a nation, and Rulers Are the stakes in that hedge, that keep it together; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 vbr dt n2 p-acp d n1, cst vvb pn31 av; (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5603 and it is very rare, but the Providence of God ordereth it so, that a serpent biteth him, who breaketh this hedg, which the Providence of God hath set up about a Nation, or People. and it is very rare, but the Providence of God Ordereth it so, that a serpent bites him, who breaks this hedge, which the Providence of God hath Set up about a nation, or People. cc pn31 vbz av j, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31 av, cst dt n1 vvz pno31, r-crq vvz d n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5604 Princes and Rulers, are (in a great measure) priviledged persons, and have great prerogatives from Divine Providence. Princes and Rulers, Are (in a great measure) privileged Persons, and have great prerogatives from Divine Providence. ng1 cc n2, vbr (p-acp dt j n1) j-vvn n2, cc vhb j n2 p-acp j-jn n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5605 And this motion of Divine Providence seemeth very reasonable. 1. If we consider the relation that they have unto God. And this motion of Divine Providence seems very reasonable. 1. If we Consider the Relation that they have unto God. cc d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz av j. crd cs pns12 vvb dt n1 cst pns32 vhb p-acp np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5606 2. Or their usefulness unto men. 2. Or their usefulness unto men. crd cc po32 n1 p-acp n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5607 I say, first, if we consider their relation unto God, which I shall open to you in three things: •: They are the Ordinance of God. 2: I say, First, if we Consider their Relation unto God, which I shall open to you in three things: •: They Are the Ordinance of God. 2: pns11 vvb, ord, cs pns12 vvb po32 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n2: •: pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. crd: (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5608 They are Gods Creatures. 3. They are Gods Vicegerents. They Are God's Creatures. 3. They Are God's Vicegerents. pns32 vbr ng1 n2. crd pns32 vbr ng1 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 569 Page 287
5609 1. Rulers are Gods Ordinance. This is the reason which the Apostle giveth Christians, for subjection to governours, Rom. 13.1, 2. Let every soul be subject to the higher powers, 1. Rulers Are God's Ordinance. This is the reason which the Apostle gives Christians, for subjection to Governors, Rom. 13.1, 2. Let every soul be Subject to the higher Powers, crd n2 vbr ng1 n1. d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd, crd vvb d n1 vbi j-jn p-acp dt jc n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5610 for there is no power but of God: the powers that be, are ordained of God: for there is no power but of God: the Powers that be, Are ordained of God: c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp pp-f np1: dt n2 cst vbb, vbr vvn pp-f np1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5611 whosoever therefore resisteth the power, resisteth the ordinance of God. whosoever Therefore Resisteth the power, Resisteth the Ordinance of God. r-crq av vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5612 God is a God of order, and not of confusion, as well in States, as in Churches: God is a God of order, and not of confusion, as well in States, as in Churches: np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc xx pp-f n1, c-acp av p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp n2: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5613 and for the conservation of this order, he hath been pleased to ordain Government, a subordination and subjection of some unto others: and for the conservation of this order, he hath been pleased to ordain Government, a subordination and subjection of Some unto Others: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns31 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d p-acp n2-jn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5614 and a man cannot rise up against this, but he must rise up in opposition to a Divine Ordinance. and a man cannot rise up against this, but he must rise up in opposition to a Divine Ordinance. cc dt n1 vmbx vvi a-acp p-acp d, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 287
5615 In 1 Pet. 2.13, Rulers are called the Ordinance of man, or as it is in the Greek, an humane creature: but that must not be understood of Government in it self, (that is the Ordinance of God). I am aware that that is a Text, that is much made use of to prove Christians duty of Obedience to humane Laws and Sanctions. In 1 Pet. 2.13, Rulers Are called the Ordinance of man, or as it is in the Greek, an humane creature: but that must not be understood of Government in it self, (that is the Ordinance of God). I am aware that that is a Text, that is much made use of to prove Christians duty of obedience to humane Laws and Sanctions. p-acp crd np1 crd, n2 vbr vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt jp, dt j n1: p-acp d vmb xx vbi vvn pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 n1, (cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1). pns11 vbm j cst d vbz dt n1, cst vbz av-d vvn n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi np1 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2 cc n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5616 But this seemeth not to be the sense: For, 1. We cannot submit thus to every Ordinance of man for the Lords sake. But this seems not to be the sense: For, 1. We cannot submit thus to every Ordinance of man for the lords sake. p-acp d vvz xx pc-acp vbi dt n1: c-acp, crd pns12 vmbx vvi av p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5617 Men may command us things which are contrary to the Will and Command of God, Men may command us things which Are contrary to the Will and Command of God, n2 vmb vvi pno12 n2 r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5618 and in such cases our Allegiance is first due unto the great God. 2. Again, The distribution that followeth, seemeth not to favour this sense — whether to the King as supreme, and in such cases our Allegiance is First due unto the great God. 2. Again, The distribution that follows, seems not to favour this sense — whither to the King as supreme, cc p-acp d n2 po12 n1 vbz ord j-jn p-acp dt j np1. crd av, dt n1 cst vvz, vvz xx pc-acp vvi d n1 — cs p-acp dt n1 c-acp j, (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5619 or unto rulers sent by him. or unto Rulers sent by him. cc p-acp n2 vvn p-acp pno31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5620 Let the form of Government, under which you live, be what it will, let the persons entrusted with the execution of this Government, be what they will, their qualities are not so much to be regarded, Let the from of Government, under which you live, be what it will, let the Persons Entrusted with the execution of this Government, be what they will, their qualities Are not so much to be regarded, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb, vbb r-crq pn31 vmb, vvb dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbb r-crq pns32 vmb, po32 n2 vbr xx av av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5621 as the office which they bear. 3. Thus both the Syriack version, and some of the antients interpret it: as the office which they bear. 3. Thus both the Syriac version, and Some of the ancients interpret it: c-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vvb. crd av av-d dt np1 n1, cc d pp-f dt n2-j vvb pn31: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5622 the Syriack version interprets it — Be you subject to all the Sons of men. the Syriac version interprets it — Be you Subject to all the Sons of men. dt np1 n1 vvz pn31 — vbb pn22 j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5623 4. But lastly, The word NONLATINALPHABET, which is there used, is always applied to persons, not to such constitutions, as laws are. 4. But lastly, The word, which is there used, is always applied to Persons, not to such constitutions, as laws Are. crd p-acp ord, dt n1, r-crq vbz a-acp vvn, vbz av vvn p-acp n2, xx p-acp d n2, c-acp n2 vbr. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5624 Besides, there are that think, that the Apostle useth a dialect, then in use: Beside, there Are that think, that the Apostle uses a dialect, then in use: p-acp, pc-acp vbr cst vvb, cst dt n1 vvz dt n1, av p-acp n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5625 there is nothing more ordinary in Latin Authors, than those phrases of creare consulem, creare dictatorem, &c. it is a phrase a little in use amongst us, to express the conferring of some particular honours. there is nothing more ordinary in Latin Authors, than those phrases of Create consulem, Create dictatorem, etc. it is a phrase a little in use among us, to express the conferring of Some particular honours. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp jp n2, cs d n2 pp-f vvb fw-la, vvi fw-la, av pn31 vbz dt n1 dt j p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f d j n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5626 But I digress too far, certain it is, that as Government in the abstract, so particular governours in the concrete, are the Ordinance of God, and so have a more eminent relation unto God: But I digress too Far, certain it is, that as Government in the abstract, so particular Governors in the concrete, Are the Ordinance of God, and so have a more eminent Relation unto God: p-acp pns11 vvb av av-j, j pn31 vbz, cst p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn, av j n2 p-acp dt j, vbr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av vhb dt av-dc j n1 p-acp np1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5627 All men are the creatures of God, they are the works of his hands, rulers are the Ordinance of God. All men Are the creatures of God, they Are the works of his hands, Rulers Are the Ordinance of God. d n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 570 Page 288
5628 2. Rulers are Gods creatures, and that not in a large sense, (so every thing else is) but in a more eminent way; 2. Rulers Are God's creatures, and that not in a large sense, (so every thing Else is) but in a more eminent Way; crd n2 vbr ng1 n2, cc cst xx p-acp dt j n1, (av d n1 av vbz) p-acp p-acp dt av-dc j n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5629 as Rulers in that capacity, to which God hath called them, they are Gods creatures; Prov. 8.15. By me Kings reign, and Princes decree justice: as Rulers in that capacity, to which God hath called them, they Are God's creatures; Curae 8.15. By me Kings Reign, and Princes Decree Justice: c-acp n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, pns32 vbr ng1 n2; np1 crd. p-acp pno11 np1 vvi, cc ng1 n1 n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5630 by me Princes rule, and nobles, even all the Judges of the earth. by me Princes Rule, and Nobles, even all the Judges of the earth. p-acp pno11 ng1 n1, cc n2-j, av d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5631 It must not be understood only by my sufferance and permission, nor by me in an ordinary course of Providence, as all things are by God; It must not be understood only by my sufferance and permission, nor by me in an ordinary course of Providence, as all things Are by God; pn31 vmb xx vbi vvn av-j p-acp po11 n1 cc n1, ccx p-acp pno11 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n2 vbr p-acp np1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5632 but by me in a way of special Providence and designation: but by me in a Way of special Providence and designation: cc-acp p-acp pno11 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5633 for (as the Psalmist saith), Psal. 75.6, 7. Promotion cometh not from the east, for (as the Psalmist Says), Psalm 75.6, 7. Promotion comes not from the east, c-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz), np1 crd, crd n1 vvz xx p-acp dt n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5634 nor from the west, nor from the south: but God is the judg, he pulleth down one, and he setteth up another. nor from the west, nor from the south: but God is the judge, he pulls down one, and he sets up Another. ccx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1: cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc pns31 vvz a-acp j-jn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5635 And this must be said of the worst of Rulers: they came not up into that place of government, without the Lord. And this must be said of the worst of Rulers: they Come not up into that place of government, without the Lord. cc d vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt js pp-f n2: pns32 vvd xx a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5636 Saul was a Prince bad enough, God foretold by Samuel what he would be; yet you know what a special hand God had in the setting of him up. Saul was a Prince bad enough, God foretold by Samuel what he would be; yet you know what a special hand God had in the setting of him up. np1 vbds dt n1 j av-d, np1 vvd p-acp np1 r-crq pns31 vmd vbi; av pn22 vvb r-crq dt j n1 np1 vhd p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno31 a-acp. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 288
5637 And God setteth up good or bad Rulers over a people, according to his designs to bless and prosper, And God sets up good or bad Rulers over a people, according to his designs to bless and prosper, cc np1 vvz a-acp j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 289
5638 or to chastise and punish them. or to chastise and Punish them. cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 289
5639 Rulers, as rulers, be they good or bad, gentile, or froward, are God's creatures in an eminent way. Rulers, as Rulers, be they good or bad, gentile, or froward, Are God's creatures in an eminent Way. n2, c-acp n2, vbb pns32 j cc j, j, cc j, vbr npg1 n2 p-acp dt j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 289
5640 Now as a Prince thinks himself obliged in honour to maintain his creatures, whom he hath set up in any place, for any end; Now as a Prince thinks himself obliged in honour to maintain his creatures, whom he hath Set up in any place, for any end; av c-acp dt n1 vvz px31 vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 289
5641 so God will maintain Princes, as they are his creatures, raised up for his special designs. so God will maintain Princes, as they Are his creatures, raised up for his special designs. av np1 vmb vvi n2, c-acp pns32 vbr po31 n2, vvn a-acp p-acp po31 j n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 571 Page 289
5642 3. Nay further yet, Rulers are Gods vicegerents, Psal. 82.6. I have said you are Gods; 3. Nay further yet, Rulers Are God's vicegerents, Psalm 82.6. I have said you Are God's; crd uh-x jc av, n2 vbr ng1 n2, np1 crd. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 vbr n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5643 and in this sense it is true which the Apostle saith, There are Gods many, and Lords many. and in this sense it is true which the Apostle Says, There Are God's many, and lords many. cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz j r-crq dt n1 vvz, pc-acp vbr n2 d, cc n2 d. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5644 Every Prince is but a Vice-roy to the King of Kings, a Deputy-Lieutenant to the great Lord of Heaven and Earth. Every Prince is but a Viceroy to the King of Kings, a Deputy-Lieutenant to the great Lord of Heaven and Earth. d n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5645 This createth a very near relation betwixt God and them, and highly engageth the Providente of God for them. This Createth a very near Relation betwixt God and them, and highly engageth the Provident of God for them. np1 vvz dt j j n1 p-acp np1 cc pno32, cc av-j vvz dt j pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5646 Every Prince taketh a special care of persons, which he sendeth abroad for Embassadors, and which represent his person and authority. Every Prince Takes a special care of Persons, which he sends abroad for ambassadors, and which represent his person and Authority. np1 n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp n2, cc r-crq vvi po31 n1 cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5647 Plots and conspiracies against Princes, are much against God himself. God giveth this reason for his severe Law against murther, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheddeth mans blood, by man shall his blood be shed: Plots and conspiracies against Princes, Are much against God himself. God gives this reason for his severe Law against murder, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheds men blood, by man shall his blood be shed: npg1 cc n2 p-acp n2, vbr av-d p-acp np1 px31. np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. r-crq vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5649 The Image of God in man, lay much in his Knowledg, Wisdom, Righteousness, dominion over other creatures. The Image of God in man, lay much in his Knowledge, Wisdom, Righteousness, dominion over other creatures. dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, vvb d p-acp po31 n1, n1, n1, n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5650 If God sendeth a people, a Prince, in whom nothing of the Image of God can be seen in the three former things, Knowledg, or Wisdom, or Righteousness: yet he hath given unto all Rulers a dominion over his creatures, and that not only over brute and inanimate creatures, (every man hath such a dominion, If God sends a people, a Prince, in whom nothing of the Image of God can be seen in the three former things, Knowledge, or Wisdom, or Righteousness: yet he hath given unto all Rulers a dominion over his creatures, and that not only over brutus and inanimate creatures, (every man hath such a dominion, cs np1 vvz dt n1, dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt crd j n2, n1, cc n1, cc n1: av pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n2 dt n1 p-acp po31 n2, cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1 cc j n2, (d n1 vhz d dt n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5651 and is a great Prince) but over rational creatures: and is a great Prince) but over rational creatures: cc vbz dt j n1) cc-acp p-acp j n2: (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5652 and herein much of the Image of God, who is the King of kings, and Lord of lords, and ruler of Princes, is to be seen. and herein much of the Image of God, who is the King of Kings, and Lord of Lords, and ruler of Princes, is to be seen. cc av d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, cc n1 pp-f n2, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5653 Now I say considering this great relation of Rulers to God, it is but reasonable that God should watch over them with a special eye of Providence, maintaining his own Ordinance, his own Creatures, his own Vicegerents in the Earth. Now I say considering this great Relation of Rulers to God, it is but reasonable that God should watch over them with a special eye of Providence, maintaining his own Ordinance, his own Creatures, his own Vicegerents in the Earth. av pns11 vvb vvg d j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, pn31 vbz p-acp j cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvg po31 d n1, po31 d n2, po31 d n2 p-acp dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 572 Page 289
5654 2 But secondly, The reasonableness of it will appear, if you consider the usefulness of Rulers unto men. 2 But secondly, The reasonableness of it will appear, if you Consider the usefulness of Rulers unto men. crd cc-acp ord, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb vvi, cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 289
5655 Upon the former account I have shewed you how God consulteth his own glory. I shall now shew you how God in these motions of Providence consulteth our good. Upon the former account I have showed you how God consulteth his own glory. I shall now show you how God in these motions of Providence consulteth our good. p-acp dt j n1 pns11 vhb vvn pn22 c-crq np1 vvz po31 d n1. pns11 vmb av vvi pn22 c-crq np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vvz po12 j. (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 289
5656 It is usually said, and I think very truly, Better Tyranny than Anarchy; better a very ill oppressive government, then no government: It is usually said, and I think very truly, Better Tyranny than Anarchy; better a very ill oppressive government, then no government: pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cc pns11 vvb av av-j, jc n1 cs n1; j dt j j-jn j n1, av dx n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 289
5657 He that would pluck up the government of any place, would but pluck up the bridg, which in a short time, himself will have occasion to go over: He that would pluck up the government of any place, would but pluck up the bridge, which in a short time, himself will have occasion to go over: pns31 cst vmd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vmd cc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp dt j n1, px31 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp: (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5658 so that God in his special Providence towards, and for Rulers, sheweth a special kindness to humane society. so that God in his special Providence towards, and for Rulers, shows a special kindness to humane society. av cst np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp, cc p-acp n2, vvz dt j n1 p-acp j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5659 What do laws signifie without Executors of them? Now this is the office of Rulers, to execute the Laws, What do laws signify without Executors of them? Now this is the office of Rulers, to execute the Laws, q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp n2 pp-f pno32? av d vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi dt n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5660 and if some of them be partial in the execution of them, and spare some transgressors; and if Some of them be partial in the execution of them, and spare Some transgressors; cc cs d pp-f pno32 vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc vvi d n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5661 yet there's none of them, but in many things do execute justice, and keep up something of the face of order of humane society. yet there's none of them, but in many things do execute Justice, and keep up something of the face of order of humane society. av pc-acp|vbz pix pp-f pno32, cc-acp p-acp d n2 vdb vvi n1, cc vvb a-acp pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5662 But I have hitherto only instanced in one sort of sins, eminently disturbing humane societies, treasons, seditions, conspiracies, &c. I come now to a second. But I have hitherto only instanced in one sort of Sins, eminently disturbing humane societies, treasons, seditions, conspiracies, etc. I come now to a second. p-acp pns11 vhb av av-j vvn p-acp crd n1 pp-f n2, av-j vvg j n2, n2, n2, n2, av pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord. (26) sermon (DIV3) 573 Page 290
5663 2. Oppression is another sin of this nature, and this must be the sin of Superiors, 2. Oppression is Another since of this nature, and this must be the since of Superiors, crd n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f d n1, cc d vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5664 and men that are in power over others. and men that Are in power over Others. cc n2 cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5665 I may joyn with it tyranny and cruelty, they are of a great cognation one to another: I may join with it tyranny and cruelty, they Are of a great cognation one to Another: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 n1 cc n1, pns32 vbr pp-f dt j n1 crd p-acp n-jn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5666 Oppression is one of the crying sins of a Nation, and the Providence of God is eminently seen in giving testimony against it: Oppression is one of the crying Sins of a nation, and the Providence of God is eminently seen in giving testimony against it: n1 vbz pi pp-f dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pn31: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5667 this was that sin for which God so plagued Pharaoh, Exod. 3.7. this was that since for which God so plagued Pharaoh, Exod 3.7. d vbds d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 av vvd np1, np1 crd. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5668 For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise (saith the Lord), For the oppression of the poor, for the sighing of the needy, now will I arise (Says the Lord), p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j, av vmb pns11 vvi (vvz dt n1), (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5669 and the vengeance of God is so certain against oppressors, that the wise man calleth to us, Prov. 3.31. Envy thou not the oppressor, and chuse none of his ways. and the vengeance of God is so certain against Oppressors's, that the wise man calls to us, Curae 3.31. Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j p-acp n2, cst dt j n1 vvz p-acp pno12, np1 crd. vvb pns21 xx dt n1, cc vvb pix pp-f po31 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5670 Doth he flourish? doth he grow rich and great? Envy him not, chuse none of his ways. Does he flourish? does he grow rich and great? Envy him not, choose none of his ways. vdz pns31 vvi? vdz pns31 vvi j cc j? vvb pno31 xx, vvb pix pp-f po31 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5671 It is very seldom that God letteth eminent oppressors escape. It is very seldom that God lets eminent Oppressors's escape. pn31 vbz av av cst np1 vvz j n2 vvi. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5672 If they be amongst inferiour Rulers, God stirreth up their superiours against them at one time or other: If they be among inferior Rulers, God stirs up their superiors against them At one time or other: cs pns32 vbb p-acp j-jn n2, np1 vvz a-acp po32 n2-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5673 If chief rulers be oppressors, God hath other ways to punish them, either immediately by his own hand, If chief Rulers be Oppressors's, God hath other ways to Punish them, either immediately by his own hand, cs j-jn n2 vbb n2, np1 vhz j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, av-d av-j p-acp po31 d n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5674 as he did Pharaoh; or suffering people to throw off the reins of Government, which was the case of Abijam, though he did but threaten oppression, 1 King. 12.11. as he did Pharaoh; or suffering people to throw off the reins of Government, which was the case of Abijah, though he did but threaten oppression, 1 King. 12.11. c-acp pns31 vdd np1; cc j-vvg n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pns31 vdd p-acp vvi n1, crd n1. crd. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5675 All men are not wise, the most of people are over-ruled by their own lusts and passions, and not governed by reason: All men Are not wise, the most of people Are overruled by their own Lustiest and passion, and not governed by reason: av-d n2 vbr xx j, dt ds pp-f n1 vbr j p-acp po32 d n2 cc n2, cc xx vvn p-acp n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5676 but even for wise men Solomon tells us, Eccles. 7.7. That oppression will make them mad, put them out of the government of their reason. but even for wise men Solomon tells us, Eccles. 7.7. That oppression will make them mad, put them out of the government of their reason. cc-acp av c-acp j n2 np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst n1 vmb vvi pno32 j, vvd pno32 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5677 It is indeed madness, and nothing but madness for private persons to rise up against a government; It is indeed madness, and nothing but madness for private Persons to rise up against a government; pn31 vbz av n1, cc pix cc-acp n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5678 but we see it sometimes done, and usually oppression, eminent, and general oppression gives the occasion, but we see it sometime done, and usually oppression, eminent, and general oppression gives the occasion, cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av vdn, cc av-j n1, j, cc j n1 vvz dt n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5679 and is the proximate cause of it; but one way or other God (ordinarily) revengeth oppression by signal Providences; and is the proximate cause of it; but one Way or other God (ordinarily) revenges oppression by signal Providences; cc vbz dt j n1 pp-f pn31; cc-acp crd n1 cc j-jn n1 (av-j) vvz n1 p-acp n1 n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 290
5680 and therefore the wise man saith, Eccles. 5.8. If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and the violent perverting of judgment and justice in a people, marvel not at the matter: and Therefore the wise man Says, Eccles. 5.8. If thou See the oppression of the poor, and the violent perverting of judgement and Justice in a people, marvel not At the matter: cc av dt j n1 vvz, np1 crd. cs pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt j vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb xx p-acp dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5681 for he that is higher than the highest regardeth, and there is higher than they. for he that is higher than the highest Regardeth, and there is higher than they. c-acp pns31 cst vbz jc cs dt js vvz, cc pc-acp vbz jc cs pns32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5682 Now the reason of the special and remarkable Providence of God in this case, may be conceived to be, 1. Gods great love to Justice and Judgment. Now the reason of the special and remarkable Providence of God in this case, may be conceived to be, 1. God's great love to justice and Judgement. av dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi, crd npg1 j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5683 2. His great kindness to Political Societies. God is a just and righteous God, and loveth justice: 2. His great kindness to Political Societies. God is a just and righteous God, and loves Justice: crd po31 j n1 p-acp j n2. np1 vbz dt j cc j np1, cc vvz n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5684 Justice is an essential Attribute of God, he could not be God, if he could be unjust: justice is an essential Attribute of God, he could not be God, if he could be unjust: n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmd xx vbi np1, cs pns31 vmd vbi j: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5685 he giveth to every one their due, and he cannot but give every one their due; he gives to every one their endue, and he cannot but give every one their endue; pns31 vvz p-acp d crd po32 n-jn, cc pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi d crd po32 n-jn; (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5686 and the righteous God loveth righteousness, and hateth iniquity. and the righteous God loves righteousness, and hates iniquity. cc dt j np1 vvz n1, cc vvz n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5687 Now oppression is nothing else but a violent perverting of Justice and Judgment, by him that hath power on his side. Solomon saith, Prov. 14.31. He that oppresseth the poor, reproacheth his maker: Now oppression is nothing Else but a violent perverting of justice and Judgement, by him that hath power on his side. Solomon Says, Curae 14.31. He that Oppresses the poor, Reproacheth his maker: av n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j vvg pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp pno31 cst vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1. np1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz dt j, vvz po31 n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5688 he reproacheth his Maker, because it is God that hath made his brother poor, and put him under his feet. he Reproacheth his Maker, Because it is God that hath made his brother poor, and put him under his feet. pns31 vvz po31 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz np1 cst vhz vvn po31 n1 j, cc vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5689 Again, he reproacheth his Maker, because God hateth and abhorreth all oppression and injustice; he pretendeth to rule in the place of God, but he reproacheth his Maker: Again, he Reproacheth his Maker, Because God hates and abhorreth all oppression and injustice; he pretendeth to Rule in the place of God, but he Reproacheth his Maker: av, pns31 vvz po31 n1, p-acp np1 vvz cc vvz d n1 cc n1; pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vvz po31 n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5690 God dealeth so by none, his law directeth the quite contrary. Again, he reproacheth his Maker, because God hath taken the poor, the stranger, the fatherless, God deals so by none, his law directeth the quite contrary. Again, he Reproacheth his Maker, Because God hath taken the poor, the stranger, the fatherless, np1 vvz av p-acp pix, po31 n1 vvz dt av j-jn. av, pns31 vvz po31 n1, c-acp np1 vhz vvn dt j, dt n1, dt j, (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5691 and the widow into his special protection; and the widow into his special protection; cc dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5692 and hath given many particular laws about them, and given the world a particular charge concerning them. and hath given many particular laws about them, and given the world a particular charge Concerning them. cc vhz vvn d j n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvn dt n1 dt j n1 vvg pno32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 574 Page 291
5693 2. As God is a God of Justice, and loveth that; so he hath also a great kindness for humane societies, and for brotherly love. 2. As God is a God of justice, and loves that; so he hath also a great kindness for humane societies, and for brotherly love. crd p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz d; av pns31 vhz av dt j n1 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5694 God hath in Creation disposed man to society, he is not like the wild Ass, that loveth to be alone in the wilderness; God hath in Creation disposed man to society, he is not like the wild Ass, that loves to be alone in the Wilderness; np1 vhz p-acp n1 vvn n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vbz xx av-j dt j n1, cst vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5695 he hath also disposed them to trades and employments, serving one another; he hath also disposed them to trades and employments, serving one Another; pns31 vhz av vvn pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvg pi j-jn; (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5696 so as though a beast, or a bird could live without one another, yet men can live in no degree of felicity (outward felicity) without company; so as though a beast, or a bird could live without one Another, yet men can live in no degree of felicity (outward felicity) without company; av c-acp cs dt n1, cc dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp crd j-jn, av n2 vmb vvi p-acp dx n1 pp-f n1 (j n1) p-acp n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5697 nor can society be well maintained without justice and brotherly love; injustice, violence, and oppression break all humane society. nor can society be well maintained without Justice and brotherly love; injustice, violence, and oppression break all humane society. ccx vmb n1 vbi av vvn p-acp n1 cc av-j n1; n1, n1, cc n1 vvb d j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5698 There is nothing that breaks humane society, more than oppression doth; There is nothing that breaks humane society, more than oppression does; pc-acp vbz pix cst vvz j n1, av-dc cs n1 vdz; (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5699 when the greater devour the lesser, and the richer swallow up those that are more poor, that they might be left alone in the Earth. when the greater devour the lesser, and the Richer swallow up those that Are more poor, that they might be left alone in the Earth. c-crq dt jc vvi dt jc, cc dt jc n1 a-acp d cst vbr av-dc j, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn av-j p-acp dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5700 There's nothing more opposite to brotherly love, the ligament of humane society, than oppression is; There's nothing more opposite to brotherly love, the ligament of humane society, than oppression is; pc-acp|vbz pix av-dc j-jn p-acp j n1, dt n1 pp-f j n1, cs n1 vbz; (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 291
5701 and therefore the special Providence of God in the punishment of it, and delivering the oppressed from the bondage of it, is not to be judged a strange thing, and Therefore the special Providence of God in the punishment of it, and delivering the oppressed from the bondage of it, is not to be judged a strange thing, cc av dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvg dt j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn dt j n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 292
5702 but exceeding consonant to the nature of God. but exceeding consonant to the nature of God. cc-acp j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 575 Page 292
5703 3. A third sin which makes gaps in humane societies, is murder, a private, willful taking away the life of another; 3. A third since which makes gaps in humane societies, is murder, a private, wilful taking away the life of Another; crd dt ord n1 r-crq vvz n2 p-acp j n2, vbz n1, dt j, j vvg av dt n1 pp-f j-jn; (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5704 I say private, for if it be done by the hand of Justice, it is no murther: I add wilful to distinguish it from casual homicide, when one is the cause of the death of another, not in the least intending him death, I say private, for if it be done by the hand of justice, it is no murder: I add wilful to distinguish it from casual homicide, when one is the cause of the death of Another, not in the least intending him death, pns11 vvb j, c-acp cs pn31 vbb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dx vvi: pns11 vvb j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp j n1, c-crq pi vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-jn, xx p-acp dt ds vvg pno31 n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5705 or any harm tendent to it. It was one of Gods Precepts to Noah, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheddeth mans blood, by man shall his blood be shed, for in the image of God made he him. or any harm tendent to it. It was one of God's Precepts to Noah, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheds men blood, by man shall his blood be shed, for in the image of God made he him. cc d n1 n1 p-acp pn31. pn31 vbds pi pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp np1, np1 crd. r-crq vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pns31 pno31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5706 Afterwards it was one of his Ten Commandments, given to his people on Mount Sinai, Thou shalt do no murther. Afterwards it was one of his Ten commandments, given to his people on Mount Sinai, Thou shalt do no murder. av pn31 vbds pi pp-f po31 crd n2, vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvb np1, pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5707 And although in the case of casual homicide, he appointed Cities of refuge, to which the manslayer might fly, And although in the case of casual homicide, he appointed Cities of refuge, to which the manslayer might fly, cc cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns31 vvd n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd vvi, (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5708 and be free from the avenger of blood; yet for the wilful murtherer, Numb. 35.31. he saith — you shall take no satisfaction for the life of a murtherer, which is guilty of death; and be free from the avenger of blood; yet for the wilful murderer, Numb. 35.31. he Says — you shall take no satisfaction for the life of a murderer, which is guilty of death; cc vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; av p-acp dt j n1, j. crd. pns31 vvz — pn22 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j pp-f n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5709 but he shall surely be put to death: and verse 33. So shall you not pollute the land wherein you are: but he shall surely be put to death: and verse 33. So shall you not pollute the land wherein you Are: cc-acp pns31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp n1: cc n1 crd av vmb pn22 xx vvi dt n1 c-crq pn22 vbr: (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5710 for blood, it defileth the land: for blood, it Defileth the land: p-acp n1, pn31 vvz dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5711 and the land cannot be cleansed of the blood that is shed therein, but by the blood of him that shed it. and the land cannot be cleansed of the blood that is shed therein, but by the blood of him that shed it. cc dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn av, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5712 And accordingly the Providence of God hath (generally) ordered the government of the several parts of the world, that unless it hath been in a very debauch't nation, scarce any place hath been found where the Rulers have not been zealous, And accordingly the Providence of God hath (generally) ordered the government of the several parts of the world, that unless it hath been in a very debauched Nation, scarce any place hath been found where the Rulers have not been zealous, cc av-vvg av n1 pp-f np1 vhz (av-j) vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cst cs pn31 vhz vbn p-acp dt j vvn n1, av-j d n1 vhz vbn vvn c-crq dt n2 vhb xx vbn j, (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5713 even from the light of nature, against wilful murtherers; even from the Light of nature, against wilful murderers; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5714 and the Providence of God is in nothing more eminently seen, than in the discovery of such transgression, and bringing them to justice. and the Providence of God is in nothing more eminently seen, than in the discovery of such Transgression, and bringing them to Justice. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pix av-dc av-j vvn, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5715 It is a common observation, therefore I shall need the less to insist upon the Justification of it. It is a Common observation, Therefore I shall need the less to insist upon the Justification of it. pn31 vbz dt j n1, av pns11 vmb vvi dt dc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5716 Sometimes God makes use of the fear and passion, and shy-looks of the guilty conscience of the murtherer, to discover himself: Sometime God makes use of the Fear and passion, and shy-looks of the guilty conscience of the murderer, to discover himself: av np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi px31: (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5717 sometimes the birds of the air shall pursue him (as I remember I have somewhere read of a famous story of murtherers, pursued by Crows and Ravens), sometimes a Dog shall do it; sometime the Birds of the air shall pursue him (as I Remember I have somewhere read of a famous story of murderers, pursued by Crows and Ravens), sometime a Dog shall do it; av dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 (c-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vhb av vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvn p-acp n2 cc n2), av dt n1 vmb vdi pn31; (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5718 sometimes a Spirit shall do it: sometime a Spirit shall do it: av dt n1 vmb vdi pn31: (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5719 in short, the stories are very many, and strange, of the Providence of God in discovering of murther: in short, the stories Are very many, and strange, of the Providence of God in discovering of murder: p-acp j, dt n2 vbr av d, cc j, pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5720 Murthers make great gaps and disorders in humane societies. 4. Adultery is another sin, which maketh great confusion in humane society; Murders make great gaps and disorders in humane societies. 4. Adultery is Another since, which makes great confusion in humane society; n2 vvb j n2 cc n2 p-acp j n2. crd n1 vbz j-jn n1, r-crq vvz j n1 p-acp j n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 576 Page 292
5721 though not like those beforementioned, but in a more secret way; yet great disorder it begets. though not like those beforementioned, but in a more secret Way; yet great disorder it begets. cs xx av-j d vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt av-dc j-jn n1; av j n1 pn31 vvz. (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5722 By Gods old Law, the adulterer was to be put to death; By God's old Law, the adulterer was to be put to death; p-acp ng1 j n1, dt n1 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5723 it was an extraordinary act, and one of those we call heroick acts, not to be defended, it was an extraordinary act, and one of those we call heroic acts, not to be defended, pn31 vbds dt j n1, cc crd pp-f d pns12 vvb j n2, xx pc-acp vbi vvn, (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5724 but by an immediate impetus, by a command from God, that of Phinehas, I mean, taking a javelin, but by an immediate impetus, by a command from God, that of Phinehas, I mean, taking a javelin, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cst pp-f np1, pns11 vvb, vvg dt n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5725 and at once running through Zimri and Cosbi: God justified it, and promised Phinehas a reward for it. and At once running through Zimri and Cozbi: God justified it, and promised Phinehas a reward for it. cc p-acp a-acp vvg p-acp np1 cc np1: np1 vvd pn31, cc vvd np1 dt vvb p-acp pn31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5726 The vengeance of God upon those that have given up themselves to this sin, is eminent; The vengeance of God upon those that have given up themselves to this since, is eminent; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d cst vhb vvn p-acp px32 p-acp d n1, vbz j; (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5727 he hath prepared a dart to strike through their livers, which he useth in no other case, a peculiar defiling, tormenting disease: he hath prepared a dart to strike through their livers, which he uses in no other case, a peculiar defiling, tormenting disease: pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dx j-jn n1, dt j n-vvg, j-vvg n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5728 The persons that are guilty, are often sent to hell in the act, by the jealousie of Husbands; The Persons that Are guilty, Are often sent to hell in the act, by the jealousy of Husbands; dt n2 cst vbr j, vbr av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5729 and by the Laws of most Nations, such manslayers are justified. and by the Laws of most nations, such manslayers Are justified. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f ds n2, d n2 vbr vvn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5730 It is a sin indeed, that doth not make that havock in humane society, which some of those beforementioned do; It is a since indeed, that does not make that havoc in humane society, which Some of those beforementioned doe; pn31 vbz dt n1 av, cst vdz xx vvi d n1 p-acp j n1, r-crq d pp-f d j n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5731 and therefore the Providence of God is not so remarkably seen in preventing it, and discovering preparations to it; and Therefore the Providence of God is not so remarkably seen in preventing it, and discovering preparations to it; cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av av-j vvn p-acp vvg pn31, cc vvg n2 p-acp pn31; (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5732 but it is eminently seen in the punishment of it, both as to punishments in this life, but it is eminently seen in the punishment of it, both as to punishments in this life, cc-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, d c-acp p-acp n2 p-acp d n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5733 and in his threatnings, as to depriving them of a life to come. and in his threatenings, as to depriving them of a life to come. cc p-acp po31 n2-vvg, c-acp p-acp vvg pno32 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (26) sermon (DIV3) 577 Page 293
5734 5. I will instance in one more, and that is, Rebellion and disobedience to the lawful commands of parents. 5. I will instance in one more, and that is, Rebellion and disobedience to the lawful commands of Parents. crd pns11 vmb n1 p-acp crd dc, cc d vbz, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5735 It is the fifth of of the Ten Commandments, Honour thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. It is the fifth of of the Ten commandments, Honour thy father and thy mother, that thy days may be long in the land which the Lord thy God gives thee. pn31 vbz dt ord pp-f pp-f dt crd n2, vvb po21 n1 cc po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 r-crq dt n1 po21 np1 vvz pno21. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5736 Upon which account the Apostle calleth it, the first commandment with promise. Indeed this sin is the root of most disorder that is in political society. Upon which account the Apostle calls it, the First Commandment with promise. Indeed this since is the root of most disorder that is in political society. p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vvz pn31, dt ord n1 p-acp n1. av d n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f ds n1 cst vbz p-acp j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5737 The rebellious child seldom proveth a dutiful wife, or good husband, nor good servant, nor good subject, The rebellious child seldom Proves a dutiful wife, or good husband, nor good servant, nor good Subject, dt j n1 av vvz dt j n1, cc j n1, ccx j n1, ccx j n-jn, (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5738 unless grace first maketh a change in their hearts, and bringeth them from under the government of their passions; unless grace First makes a change in their hearts, and brings them from under the government of their passion; cs n1 ord vvz dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5739 the Providence of God is therefore eminently to be seen in the punishment of such children. the Providence of God is Therefore eminently to be seen in the punishment of such children. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5740 By the Law of God, the Son that obeyed not his father, was to be stoned to death. By the Law of God, the Son that obeyed not his father, was to be stoned to death. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cst vvd xx po31 n1, vbds pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5741 Read Deut. 21.18, 19, 20. He that curseth his father or mother, shall dye the death, Exod. 21.17. Levit. 20.9. Mal. 15.4. Mar. 7.20. Read Deuteronomy 21.18, 19, 20. He that Curseth his father or mother, shall die the death, Exod 21.17. Levit. 20.9. Malachi 15.4. Mar. 7.20. vvb np1 crd, crd, crd pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 cc n1, vmb vvi dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5742 And if you observe the Providence of God, it strangely pursueth rebellious children with vengeance, they seldom prosper. And if you observe the Providence of God, it strangely pursueth rebellious children with vengeance, they seldom prosper. cc cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 av-j vvz j n2 p-acp n1, pns32 av vvi. (26) sermon (DIV3) 578 Page 293
5743 6. I will instance but in one sin more, That is persecution, or eminent disturbance of others, for their conscience towards God. 6. I will instance but in one since more, That is persecution, or eminent disturbance of Others, for their conscience towards God. crd pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp crd n1 av-dc, cst vbz n1, cc j n1 pp-f n2-jn, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 293
5744 This is a sin which doth not only disturb humane society, but the best of humane societies, the society of the Church: This is a since which does not only disturb humane society, but the best of humane societies, the society of the Church: d vbz dt n1 r-crq vdz xx av-j vvi j n1, cc-acp dt js pp-f j n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5745 it disturbeth humane society, ingageth husband against wife, and children against parents, and brother against brother; it disturbeth humane society, engageth husband against wife, and children against Parents, and brother against brother; pn31 vvz j n1, vvz n1 p-acp n1, cc n2 p-acp n2, cc n1 p-acp n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5746 it spoileth that commerce and traffique, by which political societies are maintained and upheld. it spoileth that commerce and traffic, by which political societies Are maintained and upheld. pn31 vvz d n1 cc vvi, p-acp r-crq j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5747 As to that, it cannot be without a great connexion and twisting of mens interests of divers perswasions, one with another; As to that, it cannot be without a great connexion and twisting of men's interests of diverse persuasions, one with Another; p-acp p-acp d, pn31 vmbx vbi p-acp dt j n1 cc vvg pp-f ng2 n2 pp-f j n2, pi p-acp n-jn; (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5748 so as the interrupting the free course of one, is the interruption of another: so as the interrupting the free course of one, is the interruption of Another: av c-acp dt n-vvg dt j n1 pp-f crd, vbz dt n1 pp-f n-jn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5785 their light should be like the light of the morning without clouds. their Light should be like the Light of the morning without Clouds. po32 n1 vmd vbi av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5749 and while persons are rifled in their houses, haled to prisons, there must needs be an interruption in their commerce. and while Persons Are rifled in their houses, haled to prisons, there must needs be an interruption in their commerce. cc cs n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2, vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vmb av vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5750 But this sin hath this further aggravation, That it makes disturbance in the best societies; But this since hath this further aggravation, That it makes disturbance in the best societies; p-acp d n1 vhz d jc n1, cst pn31 vvz n1 p-acp dt js n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5751 the Assemblies of Gods People for his worship, are the best of humane societies, God is in the midst of them, more present with them, the Assemblies of God's People for his worship, Are the best of humane societies, God is in the midst of them, more present with them, dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vbr dt js pp-f j n2, np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, av-dc j p-acp pno32, (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5752 than with any societies in the world besides them. than with any societies in the world beside them. cs p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5753 Those that rudely break in upon such Assemblies, break in upon the great God of Heaven and Earth, who hath said, Wheresoever two or three are gathered together in my name, I will be in the midst amongst them; Those that rudely break in upon such Assemblies, break in upon the great God of Heaven and Earth, who hath said, Wheresoever two or three Are gathered together in my name, I will be in the midst among them; d cst av-j vvi p-acp p-acp d n2, vvb p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vhz vvn, c-crq crd cc crd vbr vvn av p-acp po11 n1, pns11 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32; (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5754 and may justly expect some such extraordinary judgment, as the Sodomites met with, when they would have broken open Lots house, to have pull'd the Angels out; and may justly expect Some such extraordinary judgement, as the Sodomites met with, when they would have broken open Lots house, to have pulled the Angels out; cc vmb av-j vvi d d j n1, c-acp dt n2 vvd p-acp, c-crq pns32 vmd vhi vvn j npg1 n1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n2 av; (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5755 but God doth not always work miraculously, but seldom fails (even in this life) to set his mark upon this sort of sinners. but God does not always work miraculously, but seldom fails (even in this life) to Set his mark upon this sort of Sinners. cc-acp np1 vdz xx av vvi av-j, cc-acp av vvz (av p-acp d n1) pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5756 It is an observation that I have formerly made to you. It is an observation that I have formerly made to you. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns11 vhb av-j vvn p-acp pn22. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5757 You shall in story read of persecutions, which sometimes have lasted long, very long, but seldom of a persecutor that hath lasted long: You shall in story read of persecutions, which sometime have lasted long, very long, but seldom of a persecutor that hath lasted long: pn22 vmb p-acp n1 vvn pp-f n2, r-crq av vhb vvn av-j, av av-j, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 cst vhz vvn av-j: (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5758 he is an odious, abominable wretch, whom vengeance will neither suffer to live, nor often to dye after the ordinary death of men. he is an odious, abominable wretch, whom vengeance will neither suffer to live, nor often to die After the ordinary death of men. pns31 vbz dt j, j n1, ro-crq n1 vmb av-dx vvi pc-acp vvi, ccx av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5759 He that will but read over the story of the ten Primitive persecutions, will see this abundantly confirmed: He that will but read over the story of the ten Primitive persecutions, will see this abundantly confirmed: pns31 cst vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd j n2, vmb vvi d av-j vvn: (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5760 or if any thinks those stories too old, let him read what became of Gardiner and Bonner, those two bloody wretches in Queen Maries days, or if any thinks those stories too old, let him read what became of Gardener and Bonner, those two bloody wretches in Queen Mary's days, cc cs d vvz d n2 av j, vvb pno31 vvi r-crq vvd pp-f n1 cc np1, d crd j n2 p-acp n1 npg1 n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5761 and of divers others that were their instruments, and willingly followed their Commandments; and possibly he may confirm himself in this Observation, by later examples than those also. and of diverse Others that were their Instruments, and willingly followed their commandments; and possibly he may confirm himself in this Observation, by later Examples than those also. cc pp-f j n2-jn cst vbdr po32 n2, cc av-j vvd po32 n2; cc av-j pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n1, p-acp jc n2 cs d av. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5762 But I have instanced in those sins, which do most eminently disturb humane societies, and spoken enough to the doctrinal part of this Observation. But I have instanced in those Sins, which do most eminently disturb humane societies, and spoken enough to the doctrinal part of this Observation. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq vdb ds av-j vvi j n2, cc vvn av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5763 I shall reduce all I shall say by way of Application to two heads: 1. Shewing you what advantage this observation giveth me, to call upon all men, I shall reduce all I shall say by Way of Application to two Heads: 1. Showing you what advantage this observation gives me, to call upon all men, pns11 vmb vvi d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp crd n2: crd vvg pn22 r-crq n1 d n1 vvz pno11, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5764 but especially those in higher orbs, to praise the Lord. but especially those in higher orbs, to praise the Lord. cc-acp av-j d p-acp jc n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 294
5765 2. To perswade all men to take heed, as of all sin, so especially of such sins as these are, against which the wrath of God is so eminently revealed. 2. To persuade all men to take heed, as of all since, so especially of such Sins as these Are, against which the wrath of God is so eminently revealed. crd pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp pp-f d n1, av av-j pp-f d n2 c-acp d vbr, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-j vvn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 579 Page 295
5786 God hath not only set them up as lights upon an hill, but he hath made his special Providence to be a lanthorn about them; God hath not only Set them up as lights upon an hill, but he hath made his special Providence to be a lantern about them; np1 vhz xx av-j vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 j n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno32; (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5822 When I have said all that I can, I must conclude with Job, Lo these are parts of his ways, When I have said all that I can, I must conclude with Job, Lo these Are parts of his ways, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d cst pns11 vmb, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1, uh d vbr n2 pp-f po31 n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5766 Ʋse 1. In the first place, let then all men that live upon the Earth praise the Lord; but especially such as are superiors and rulers over others, and more especially such as are his Church. The Psalmist, Psal. 135.1. calls to all, saying, Praise the Lord, praise ye the name of the Lord, and ver. 19, 20, 21. He calleth in particular, Bless the Lord, O house of Israel: Ʋse 1. In the First place, let then all men that live upon the Earth praise the Lord; but especially such as Are superiors and Rulers over Others, and more especially such as Are his Church. The Psalmist, Psalm 135.1. calls to all, saying, Praise the Lord, praise you the name of the Lord, and for. 19, 20, 21. He calls in particular, Bless the Lord, Oh house of Israel: j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb av d n2 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1; cc-acp av-j d c-acp vbr n2-jn cc n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc av-dc av-j d c-acp vbr po31 n1. dt n1, np1 crd. vvz p-acp d, vvg, vvb dt n1, vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp. crd, crd, crd pns31 vvz p-acp j, vvb dt n1, uh n1 pp-f np1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5767 Bless the Lord, O house of Aaron: Bless the Lord, O house of Levi; you that fear the Lord, bless the Lord: Bless the Lord, Oh house of Aaron: Bless the Lord, Oh house of Levi; you that Fear the Lord, bless the Lord: vvb dt n1, uh n1 pp-f np1: vvb dt n1, uh n1 pp-f np1; pn22 cst vvb dt n1, vvb dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5768 Blessed be the Lord out of Zion, which dwelleth at Hierusalem. Blessed be the Lord out of Zion, which dwells At Jerusalem. j-vvn vbi dt n1 av pp-f np1, r-crq vvz p-acp np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5769 1. This observation calleth to all the sons and daughters of men to bless the Lord. 1. This observation calls to all the Sons and daughters of men to bless the Lord. crd d n1 vvz p-acp d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5770 We are all sociable creatures, and much of the comfort of our lives lyeth in our societies and fellowships one with another, either in our family-societies, We Are all sociable creatures, and much of the Comfort of our lives lies in our societies and fellowships one with Another, either in our family-societies, pns12 vbr d j n2, cc d pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 vvz p-acp po12 n2 cc n2 crd p-acp n-jn, av-d p-acp po12 n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5771 or in our civil-societies, or in our Church-societies. or in our civil-societies, or in our Church societies. cc p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5772 We should think it a life worse than death, to be condemned to live like a wild Ass alone in the wilderness. We should think it a life Worse than death, to be condemned to live like a wild Ass alone in the Wilderness. pns12 vmd vvi pn31 dt n1 av-jc cs n1, pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av-j dt j n1 av-j p-acp dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5773 Now there are some lusts of men, that would spoil us of all this comfort. Now there Are Some Lustiest of men, that would spoil us of all this Comfort. av a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n2, cst vmd vvi pno12 pp-f d d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5774 God peculiarly sets himself against them, and makes these the marks for his arrows of vengeance. God peculiarly sets himself against them, and makes these the marks for his arrows of vengeance. np1 av-j vvz px31 p-acp pno32, cc vvz d dt n2 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5775 The Jews said of the Centurion, He hath loved our nation, and hath built us a synagogue. The jews said of the Centurion, He hath loved our Nation, and hath built us a synagogue. dt np2 vvn pp-f dt n1, pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1, cc vhz vvn pno12 dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5776 We may say of our good God, he hath loved mankind, for he hath taken care to preserve order in humane societies, We may say of our good God, he hath loved mankind, for he hath taken care to preserve order in humane societies, pns12 vmb vvi pp-f po12 j np1, pns31 vhz vvd n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n2, (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5777 and severely to chasten the invaders upon the rights of others. and severely to chasten the invaders upon the rights of Others. cc av-j pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f n2-jn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5778 What an ingagement doth this lay upon all men to praise the Lord? Certainly sirs, there is a great deal of praise, What an engagement does this lay upon all men to praise the Lord? Certainly Sirs, there is a great deal of praise, q-crq dt n1 vdz d vvi p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1? av-j n2, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5779 and glory, and homage due to God from all men, as they are concerned in their several societies. and glory, and homage due to God from all men, as they Are concerned in their several societies. cc n1, cc n1 j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp d n2, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 j n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5780 There is a great deal of glory due to God from families, for his testimony against those lusts of men, (such as are murtherers and adulterers ) which in a short time would spoil all the comfort of those societies. There is a great deal of glory due to God from families, for his testimony against those Lustiest of men, (such as Are murderers and Adulterers) which in a short time would spoil all the Comfort of those societies. pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp n2, p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, (d c-acp vbr n2 cc n2) r-crq p-acp dt j n1 vmd vvi d dt n1 pp-f d n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5781 Certainly every family is bound to worship God, and to walk with God. But particularly, 1. Let Rulers praise the Lord. Certainly every family is bound to worship God, and to walk with God. But particularly, 1. Let Rulers praise the Lord. av-j d n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 np1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. p-acp av-j, crd vvb n2 vvi dt n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 580 Page 295
5782 Let all the Princes of the Earth give homage to him that ought to be served; Let all the Princes of the Earth give homage to him that ought to be served; vvb d dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno31 cst vmd pc-acp vbi vvn; (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 295
5783 they are more especial marks for furious and ambitious mens lusts. they Are more especial marks for furious and ambitious men's Lustiest. pns32 vbr av-dc j n2 p-acp j cc j ng2 n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 295
5784 Gods Providence (as you have heard) is eminently seen in preventing their dangers, in revenging their harms. Surely then (as David saith) those that rule over men should be just, ruling them in the fear of the Lord: God's Providence (as you have herd) is eminently seen in preventing their dangers, in revenging their harms. Surely then (as David Says) those that Rule over men should be just, ruling them in the Fear of the Lord: npg1 n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg po32 n2, p-acp vvg po32 n2. av-j av (c-acp np1 vvz) d cst vvb p-acp n2 vmd vbi j, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5787 that 'tis rarely, that the wind of sedition and treason prevails to blow them out, and then 'tis (ordinarily) for some eminent Provocation of God. that it's rarely, that the wind of sedition and treason prevails to blow them out, and then it's (ordinarily) for Some eminent Provocation of God. cst pn31|vbz av-j, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvz pc-acp vvi pno32 av, cc av pn31|vbz (av-jn) p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5788 But I am not speaking to persons in that capacity. But I am not speaking to Persons in that capacity. p-acp pns11 vbm xx vvg p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5789 You that are parents, praise the Lord: Gods special Providence you see reacheth you, and in a great measure secureth you from that great heart-ach of rebellious and disobedient children. You that Are Parents, praise the Lord: God's special Providence you see reaches you, and in a great measure secureth you from that great heart-ach of rebellious and disobedient children. pn22 cst vbr n2, vvb dt n1: n2 j n1 pn22 vvb vvz pn22, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvz pn22 p-acp d j n1 pp-f j cc j n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5790 I know you will say, How then cometh this to be the great affliction of many good parents? To which I answer: 1. There is many a good parent may have been but like good old Ely, too indulgent and cockering to their children; I know you will say, How then comes this to be the great affliction of many good Parents? To which I answer: 1. There is many a good parent may have been but like good old Ely, too indulgent and cockering to their children; pns11 vvb pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq av vvz d pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f d j n2? p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb: crd pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 vmb vhi vbn cc-acp av-j j j np1, av j cc j-vvg p-acp po32 n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5791 ordinarily God keepeth up the authority of parents over their children, until themselves have prostituted it; ordinarily God Keepeth up the Authority of Parents over their children, until themselves have prostituted it; av-j n1 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp px32 vhb vvn pn31; (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5792 and in the rebellion and disobedience of their children, they may read their own sin, and in the rebellion and disobedience of their children, they may read their own since, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2, pns32 vmb vvi po32 d n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5793 and see as much cause to be humbled for that, as any thing else, as David in the case of Adonijah, 1 King. 1.5, 6. And herein the goodness of God towards parents will be seen, that if he doth not (upon their endeavours) secure to them the duty of their children; and see as much cause to be humbled for that, as any thing Else, as David in the case of Adonijah, 1 King. 1.5, 6. And herein the Goodness of God towards Parents will be seen, that if he does not (upon their endeavours) secure to them the duty of their children; cc vvi p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, c-acp d n1 av, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd, crd cc av dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vmb vbi vvn, cst cs pns31 vdz xx (p-acp po32 n2) vvb p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5794 yet he will not fail to revenge their quarrels against them. 2. Let the poor and weak of the earth praise the Lord: yet he will not fail to revenge their quarrels against them. 2. Let the poor and weak of the earth praise the Lord: av pns31 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32. crd vvb dt j cc j pp-f dt n1 vvb dt n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 581 Page 296
5795 he hath declared himself the father of the fatherless, and the judg of the widows, a refuge for the oppressed, Psal. 68.5. Exod. 22.5. Psal. 10.11. he hath declared himself the father of the fatherless, and the judge of the Widows, a refuge for the oppressed, Psalm 68.5. Exod 22.5. Psalm 10.11. pns31 vhz vvn px31 dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5796 How are all the widows, and fatherless children, all the poor and oppressed people of the world bound to praise, How Are all the Widows, and fatherless children, all the poor and oppressed people of the world bound to praise, q-crq vbr d dt n2, cc j n2, d dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5797 and to serve this God, who hath taken upon himself the special patronage and protection of them? This indeed would be the best use we could possibly make of this Observation, relating to the special Providence of God, and to serve this God, who hath taken upon himself the special patronage and protection of them? This indeed would be the best use we could possibly make of this Observation, relating to the special Providence of God, cc pc-acp vvi d np1, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp px31 dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32? np1 av vmd vbi dt js n1 pns12 vmd av-j vvi pp-f d n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5798 if it might lay a special obligation upon all those, who are thus especially concerned, to magnifie God as their great patron and defender. if it might lay a special obligation upon all those, who Are thus especially concerned, to magnify God as their great patron and defender. cs pn31 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp d d, r-crq vbr av av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5799 And how can they praise God more effectually, than in doing those particular duties which concern them all in their respective relations? or with reference to those peculiar circumstances of Providence, under which they are acted. And how can they praise God more effectually, than in doing those particular duties which concern them all in their respective relations? or with Referente to those peculiar Circumstances of Providence, under which they Are acted. cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi np1 av-dc av-j, cs p-acp vdg d j n2 r-crq vvb pno32 d p-acp po32 j n2? cc p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5800 I shall add but one branch of Application more, and indeed it is not a new Use, I shall add but one branch of Application more, and indeed it is not a new Use, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 pp-f n1 av-dc, cc av pn31 vbz xx dt j n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 296
5801 for it is a part of our praise and homage which we owe unto God upon this Reflexion, viz. for it is a part of our praise and homage which we owe unto God upon this Reflection, viz. c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, n1 (26) sermon (DIV3) 582 Page 297
5802 Ʋse 2. To all, to take heed of those sins, which God in his word declares himself more eminently to abhor, and in the execution of Providence, doth most severely punish. All sin is in it self a filthy and abominable thing, Ʋse 2. To all, to take heed of those Sins, which God in his word declares himself more eminently to abhor, and in the execution of Providence, does most severely Punish. All since is in it self a filthy and abominable thing, j crd p-acp d, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz px31 dc av-j pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vdz ds av-j vvi. d n1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 dt j cc j n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5804 for should not we hate what God hateth? and what hath of all things the greatest opposition to God? yes, we ought to hate it with a perfect hatred. for should not we hate what God hates? and what hath of all things the greatest opposition to God? yes, we ought to hate it with a perfect hatred. c-acp vmd xx pns12 vvi r-crq np1 vvz? cc q-crq vhz pp-f d n2 dt js n1 p-acp np1? uh, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt j n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5805 But such is the naughtiness of our heart, that we are not so led to an hatred and abhorrence of sin, from the intrinsecal evil, But such is the naughtiness of our heart, that we Are not so led to an hatred and abhorrence of since, from the intrinsical evil, p-acp d vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cst pns12 vbr xx av vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n-jn, (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5806 and obliquity of it, as from the dangerous and pernicious consequence of it. Death, eternal death is the wages of every sin; and obliquity of it, as from the dangerous and pernicious consequence of it. Death, Eternal death is the wages of every since; cc n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f pn31. n1, j n1 vbz dt n2 pp-f d n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5807 but this being only matter of faith to bold sinners, (none having ever come from the dead to give them an account of those flames) the punishments of sin in this life, are those things which most deter carnal sensual men. but this being only matter of faith to bold Sinners, (none having ever come from the dead to give them an account of those flames) the punishments of since in this life, Are those things which most deter carnal sensual men. cc-acp d vbg av-j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2, (pix vhg av vvn p-acp dt j pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f d n2) dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, vbr d n2 r-crq av-ds vvi j j n2. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5808 But if men will look no further, nor believe any more; But if men will look no further, nor believe any more; p-acp cs n2 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc, ccx vvi d dc; (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5809 yet let this lay some law upon us, and make us afraid of those sins which I have instanced in, being such, whose judgment the Providence of God seldom letteth sleep so long, as to another life. yet let this lay Some law upon us, and make us afraid of those Sins which I have instanced in, being such, whose judgement the Providence of God seldom lets sleep so long, as to Another life. av vvb d vvd d n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvb pno12 j pp-f d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp, vbg d, rg-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz n1 av av-j, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5810 Let this mind us not to meddle with them that are given to change, that curse Kings and Rulers in their bed-chambers, and are of turbulent and unquiet spirits, always plotting, Let this mind us not to meddle with them that Are given to change, that curse Kings and Rulers in their bedchambers, and Are of turbulent and unquiet spirits, always plotting, vvb d n1 pno12 xx p-acp vvb p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi, cst vvb n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, cc vbr pp-f j cc j n2, av vvg, (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5811 and contriving seditions, and treasons, and disturbances to civil governours: and contriving seditions, and treasons, and disturbances to civil Governors: cc vvg n2, cc n2, cc n2 p-acp j n2: (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5812 it is very rarely, that God suffereth their designs to come to issue, or their persons to come to the grave in peace. 2. What a law should it lay upon the rich and great men of the earth, to take heed of violent perverting justice and judgment, of turning away the causes of the widows, and the fatherless in judgment: it is very rarely, that God suffers their designs to come to issue, or their Persons to come to the grave in peace. 2. What a law should it lay upon the rich and great men of the earth, to take heed of violent perverting Justice and judgement, of turning away the Causes of the Widows, and the fatherless in judgement: pn31 vbz av av-j, cst np1 vvz po32 n2 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi, cc po32 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. crd q-crq dt n1 vmd pn31 vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j vvg n1 cc n1, pp-f vvg av dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc dt j p-acp n1: (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5813 To consider, that he who is the highest, doth consider the matter; To Consider, that he who is the highest, does Consider the matter; pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt js, vdz vvi dt n1; (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5814 and there is one higher than the highest of them, who abuse their power to trample the poor under foot. and there is one higher than the highest of them, who abuse their power to trample the poor under foot. cc pc-acp vbz pi jc cs dt js pp-f pno32, r-crq vvb po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j p-acp n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5815 If men be not turned Atheists, and have banished all the fear of God from their eyes and hearts; If men be not turned Atheists, and have banished all the Fear of God from their eyes and hearts; cs n2 vbb xx vvn n2, cc vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2; (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5816 it must a little give them law, and lay them under some restraints, as to those horrible sins, of murther, persecution, defiling their neighbours wives, &c. To consider that these are some of the sins, which go ordinarily before-hand to judgment, it must a little give them law, and lay them under Some restraints, as to those horrible Sins, of murder, persecution, defiling their neighbours wives, etc. To Consider that these Are Some of the Sins, which go ordinarily beforehand to judgement, pn31 vmb dt j vvi pno32 n1, cc vvd pno32 p-acp d n2, c-acp p-acp d j n2, pp-f n1, n1, vvg po32 n2 n2, av p-acp vvi cst d vbr d pp-f dt n2, r-crq vvb av-j av p-acp n1, (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5817 and which God usually revengeth by some special remarkable Providences in this life. But it is time to finish this discourse. and which God usually revenges by Some special remarkable Providences in this life. But it is time to finish this discourse. cc r-crq np1 av-j vvz p-acp d j j n2 p-acp d n1. p-acp pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi d n1. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5818 Let us beg Gods blessing upon it. Let us beg God's blessing upon it. vvb pno12 vvi n2 vvg p-acp pn31. (26) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 297
5819 SERMON XXIII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXIII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise and will observe these things, even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j cc vmb vvi d n2, av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 583 Page 298
5820 I Am in a discourse about the observable things of Divine Providence. I Am in a discourse about the observable things of Divine Providence. pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5821 When do you think, shall I have finished it? Day unto day uttereth speech, night unto night declareth knowledg. When do you think, shall I have finished it? Day unto day utters speech, night unto night Declareth knowledge. q-crq vdb pn22 vvi, vmb pns11 vhi vvn pn31? n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1, n1 p-acp n1 vvz n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5823 but how little a portion of him do we understand? However, it is wonderfully sweet to know the least of God. but how little a portion of him doe we understand? However, it is wonderfully sweet to know the least of God. cc-acp c-crq j dt n1 pp-f pno31 n1 pns12 vvi? c-acp, pn31 vbz av-j j pc-acp vvi dt ds pp-f np1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5824 If a learned man could think it worth his while to write a book of the admiranda Nili, the admirable and observable things of the famous River of Nile; What a book might be written, If a learned man could think it worth his while to write a book of the Admiranda Nili, the admirable and observable things of the famous River of Nile; What a book might be written, cs dt j n1 vmd vvi pn31 n1 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt fw-la np1, dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; r-crq dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5825 and how much worth a pen-mans hand would it be, to write a book, and call it, Admiranda, or Observanda Providentiae Divinae, the admirable and observable things of Divine Providence? But leaving Prefaces, I proceed to a ninth Observation, which is this: and how much worth a pen-mans hand would it be, to write a book, and call it, Admiranda, or Observanda Providentiae Divinae, the admirable and observable things of Divine Providence? But leaving Prefaces, I proceed to a ninth Observation, which is this: cc c-crq d n1 dt ng1 n1 vmd pn31 vbi, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvb pn31, fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la np1, dt j cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1? p-acp vvg vvz, pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vbz d: (27) sermon (DIV3) 584 Page 298
5826 Observ. 9. The Providence of God often repayeth both good and evil, and especially charity and cruelty in this life in its own kind, 1 Cor. 3.8. 2 Cor. 5.10. That God will reward every man according to his works, is most certain, and is a piece of Divine Justice; Observation 9. The Providence of God often repayeth both good and evil, and especially charity and cruelty in this life in its own kind, 1 Cor. 3.8. 2 Cor. 5.10. That God will reward every man according to his works, is most certain, and is a piece of Divine justice; np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 av vvz d j cc j-jn, cc av-j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vvn np1 crd. crd np1 crd. cst np1 vmb vvi d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, vbz av-ds j, cc vbz dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 298
5827 he cannot condemn the innocent, nor clear the guilty, there will be a now when God will visit for all sin: he cannot condemn the innocent, nor clear the guilty, there will be a now when God will visit for all since: pns31 vmbx vvi dt j-jn, ccx vvi dt j, pc-acp vmb vbi dt av c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 298
5828 and though sinners do evil an hundred years, yet the day of vengeance will come. and though Sinners do evil an hundred Years, yet the day of vengeance will come. cc cs n2 vdb j-jn dt crd n2, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 298
5829 And to let us know the certainty of it, oftentimes the Prophets of God in the denouncing of judgments yet a far off, cryed out, It is come, It is come; And to let us know the certainty of it, oftentimes the prophets of God in the denouncing of Judgments yet a Far off, cried out, It is come, It is come; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, av dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 av dt av-j a-acp, vvd av, pn31 vbz vvn, pn31 vbz vvn; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 298
5830 and gave the alarum, as if the enemy had already entred the gates. But God doth not recompence all sinners in this life: Judgment comes afterward. and gave the alarm, as if the enemy had already entered the gates. But God does not recompense all Sinners in this life: Judgement comes afterwards. cc vvd dt n1, c-acp cs dt n1 vhd av vvn dt n2. p-acp np1 vdz xx vvi d n2 p-acp d n1: n1 vvz av. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 298
5831 But for those whom God doth chastise in this life, he doth not punish them all the same way; But for those whom God does chastise in this life, he does not Punish them all the same Way; cc-acp p-acp d r-crq np1 vdz vvi p-acp d n1, pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 d dt d n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5832 some are punished with temporal judgments, and those some of them of one sort, some of another: Some Are punished with temporal Judgments, and those Some of them of one sort, Some of Another: d vbr vvn p-acp j n2, cc d d pp-f pno32 a-acp crd n1, d pp-f n-jn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5833 others he punisheth with spiritual judgments, blindness of mind, hardness of heart. Others he Punisheth with spiritual Judgments, blindness of mind, hardness of heart. ng2-jn pns31 vvz p-acp j n2, n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5834 And it is the same case for rewards of grace, some have little reward for all their service for God, until they come in Heaven; And it is the same case for rewards of grace, Some have little reward for all their service for God, until they come in Heaven; cc pn31 vbz dt d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, d vhb j n1 p-acp d po32 n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5835 others are rewarded in this life, but in different manners. Others Are rewarded in this life, but in different manners. n2-jn vbr vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp p-acp j n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5836 The Observation which I am making, concerneth charity and mercy, and the vices opposite to it, such as are, cruelty, hardheartedness to those in want and misery. The Observation which I am making, concerns charity and mercy, and the vices opposite to it, such as Are, cruelty, hardheartedness to those in want and misery. dt n1 r-crq pns11 vbm vvg, vvz n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 j-jn p-acp pn31, d c-acp vbr, n1, n1 p-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5837 In these cases I observe Gods Providence often retaliates. I say, 1. The Providence of God doth often recompence other sins in this manner, In these cases I observe God's Providence often retaliates. I say, 1. The Providence of God does often recompense other Sins in this manner, p-acp d n2 pns11 vvb npg1 n1 av vvz. pns11 vvb, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5838 but especially sins against charity and brotherly love. God many times repayeth other sins in their kind: but especially Sins against charity and brotherly love. God many times repayeth other Sins in their kind: cc-acp av-j n2 p-acp n1 cc av-j n1. np1 d n2 vvz j-jn n2 p-acp po32 n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5839 our Saviour by this argument dissuades from rash censuring, and censorious judging of others, Matth. 7.1, 2. For with what judgment you judg, you shall be judged: our Saviour by this argument dissuades from rash censuring, and censorious judging of Others, Matthew 7.1, 2. For with what judgement you judge, you shall be judged: po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp j vvg, cc j n-vvg pp-f n2-jn, np1 crd, crd c-acp p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vbi vvn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5841 (A text which if well thought upon, should deter Christians from the too common practice of censuring and judging one another) especially in doubtful things, where they are not of a mind; (A text which if well Thought upon, should deter Christians from the too Common practice of censuring and judging one Another) especially in doubtful things, where they Are not of a mind; (dt n1 r-crq cs av vvn p-acp, vmd vvi np1 p-acp dt av j n1 pp-f vvg cc vvg pi n-jn) av-j p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vbr xx pp-f dt n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5842 as if sincerity and uprightness were the Prerogative of a party in Religion, or annexed to some particular forms. as if sincerity and uprightness were the Prerogative of a party in Religion, or annexed to Some particular forms. c-acp cs n1 cc n1 vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvn p-acp d j n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5843 You know God threatned David for his adultery with Bathsheba, That he would take his wives before his eyes, You know God threatened David for his adultery with Bathsheba, That he would take his wives before his eyes, pn22 vvb np1 vvd np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5844 and give them to his neighbour, and he should lye with his wives in the sight of the Sun, 2 Sam. 12.11. and it was fulfilled by the permission (though not by the instigation) of Divine Providence, in 2 Sam. 16.22. Spoiling and plundering of others, taking away their goods without a just warrant from God, is another sin we find thus threatned, Isa. 33.1. Wo to thee that spoilest, and thou wert not spoiled; and give them to his neighbour, and he should lie with his wives in the sighed of the Sun, 2 Sam. 12.11. and it was fulfilled by the permission (though not by the instigation) of Divine Providence, in 2 Sam. 16.22. Spoiling and plundering of Others, taking away their goods without a just warrant from God, is Another since we find thus threatened, Isaiah 33.1. Woe to thee that spoilest, and thou Wertenberg not spoiled; cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. cc pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 (cs xx p-acp dt n1) pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp crd np1 crd. vvg cc vvg pp-f n2-jn, vvg av po32 n2-j p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, vbz j-jn n1 pns12 vvb av j-vvn, np1 crd. n1 p-acp pno21 cst vv2, cc pns21 vbd2r xx vvn; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5845 those that thou so rifledst, never did thee any wrong; and dealest treacherously, and they dealt not treacherously with thee: those that thou so rifledst, never did thee any wrong; and dealest treacherously, and they dealt not treacherously with thee: d cst pns21 av vvd2, av-x vdd pno21 d j-jn; cc vv2 av-j, cc pns32 vvd xx av-j p-acp pno21: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5846 when thou shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be spoiled, and when thou shalt make an end to deal treacherously, they shall deal treacherously with thee. when thou shalt cease to spoil, thou shalt be spoiled, and when thou shalt make an end to deal treacherously, they shall deal treacherously with thee. c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, cc c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j, pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp pno21. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5847 But that indeed referreth to the more special observation, as to sins opposite to that Charity we should exercise to our brethren, to which I now come. But that indeed Refers to the more special observation, as to Sins opposite to that Charity we should exercise to our brothers, to which I now come. p-acp cst av vvz p-acp dt av-dc j n1, c-acp p-acp n2 j-jn p-acp d n1 pns12 vmd vvi p-acp po12 n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 av vvb. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5848 I say it is very observable, that God punisheth sins against charity, and rewardeth deeds, I say it is very observable, that God Punisheth Sins against charity, and Rewardeth Deeds, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, cc vvz n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 299
5849 and acts of charity in their kind, secundum legem Talionis, ordinarily giving the Authors of both like for like. and acts of charity in their kind, secundum legem Talionis, ordinarily giving the Authors of both like for like. cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n1, fw-la fw-la np1, av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f d j c-acp av-j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5850 I will first shew it you in the motions of Providence, as to the execution of Vindicative Justice, in the punishment of sins against Charity. I will First show it you in the motions of Providence, as to the execution of Vindicative justice, in the punishment of Sins against Charity. pns11 vmb ord vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5851 Against which men may sin, either by omissions, hardening their hearts from their brother in distress, not relieving him when it is in their power, according to their ability; Against which men may sin, either by omissions, hardening their hearts from their brother in distress, not relieving him when it is in their power, according to their ability; p-acp r-crq n2 vmb vvi, av-d p-acp n2, vvg po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, xx vvg pno31 c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1, vvg p-acp po32 n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5852 or by commissions: murders, oppressions, cruelty, are all sins against Charity. 1. For omissions. It is a dreadful text, Prov. 21.13. or by commissions: murders, oppressions, cruelty, Are all Sins against Charity. 1. For omissions. It is a dreadful text, Curae 21.13. cc p-acp n2: n2, n2, n1, vbr d n2 p-acp n1. crd p-acp n2. pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5853 He that stoppeth his ear against the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, and shall not be heard. He that stoppeth his ear against the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, and shall not be herd. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns31 av vmb vvi px31, cc vmb xx vbi vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5854 A text worth deliberating upon by those who find their hearts so shut up in cafes of Charity: A text worth deliberating upon by those who find their hearts so shut up in cafes of Charity: dt n1 n1 vvg p-acp p-acp d r-crq vvb po32 n2 av vvn a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5855 not that we are bound to hear the cry of all that are poor. not that we Are bound to hear the cry of all that Are poor. xx cst pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5856 There are some poor, that the greatest act of Charity we can shew them, is not to relieve them, that they may learn not to be idle, There Are Some poor, that the greatest act of Charity we can show them, is not to relieve them, that they may Learn not to be idle, pc-acp vbr d j, cst dt js n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno32, vbz xx pc-acp vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmb vvi xx pc-acp vbi j, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5857 and wander up and down begging, refusing to work. The poor we are concerned in, are Gods poor; and wander up and down begging, refusing to work. The poor we Are concerned in, Are God's poor; cc vvb a-acp cc a-acp vvg, vvg pc-acp vvi. dt j pns12 vbr vvn p-acp, vbr n2 j; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5858 I hope we favour none that are lazy, idle, or leud, and by that means bring themselves to, I hope we favour none that Are lazy, idle, or lewd, and by that means bring themselves to, pns11 vvb pns12 vvb pix cst vbr j, j, cc j, cc p-acp d n2 vvb px32 p-acp, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5859 and continue themselves at a morsel of bread: far be it from me, or any Minister of Jesus Christ, to plead for such. and continue themselves At a morsel of bred: Far be it from me, or any Minister of jesus christ, to plead for such. cc vvi px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno11, cc d n1 pp-f np1 np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5860 You from us hear the cries of the Lords poor, take heed of stopping your ears at their cry, remember Solomons word, Gods word by Solomon: He that doth so, he also shall cry, and not be heard: You from us hear the cries of the lords poor, take heed of stopping your ears At their cry, Remember Solomons word, God's word by Solomon: He that does so, he also shall cry, and not be herd: pn22 p-acp pno12 vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 j, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp po32 n1, vvb np1 n1, ng1 n1 p-acp np1: pns31 cst vdz av, pns31 av vmb vvi, cc xx vbi vvn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5861 you may also come into such a condition, or you may have a child may come to it through age, through Gods hand upon him. you may also come into such a condition, or you may have a child may come to it through age, through God's hand upon him. pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp d dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vhi dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5862 You remember the story of Naomi, she went out full, she returned empty; the story of Job, and others in Scripture. You Remember the story of Naomi, she went out full, she returned empty; the story of Job, and Others in Scripture. pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd av j, pns31 vvd j; dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n2-jn p-acp n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5863 I could tell you the stories of Belisarius, of divers persons of far greater estates (some of them), I could tell you the stories of Belisarius, of diverse Persons of Far greater estates (Some of them), pns11 vmd vvi pn22 dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f j n2 pp-f av-j jc n2 (d pp-f pno32), (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5864 than any that hear me this day, yet brought to live upon the baskets of others: than any that hear me this day, yet brought to live upon the baskets of Others: cs d cst vvb pno11 d n1, av vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5865 who knows what you or yours may come to? Do you think the great fire at London 1666, that at Northampton but the last year; who knows what you or yours may come to? Do you think the great fire At London 1666, that At Northampton but the last year; r-crq vvz r-crq pn22 cc png22 vmb vvi p-acp? vdb pn22 vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1 crd, cst p-acp np1 p-acp dt ord n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5866 That at a Town in this County two or three years ago, at Cottenham in Cambridg-shire the other day, hath not given many instances of this nature? (for God of late hath very remarkably contended with England, as by such a plague, as our forefathers never knew; That At a Town in this County two or three Years ago, At Cottenham in Cambridgeshire the other day, hath not given many instances of this nature? (for God of late hath very remarkably contended with England, as by such a plague, as our Forefathers never knew; cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 crd cc crd n2 av, p-acp np1 p-acp n1 dt j-jn n1, vhz xx vvn d n2 pp-f d n1? (c-acp np1 pp-f av-j vhz av av-j vvn p-acp np1, a-acp p-acp d dt n1, c-acp po12 n2 av-x vvd; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5867 so by a multitude of such devouring fires, for number and greatness not to be parallel'd). so by a multitude of such devouring fires, for number and greatness not to be paralleled). av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-vvg n2, p-acp n1 cc n1 xx pc-acp vbi vvn). (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5868 God make us to understand his Rod, and how many ways he is as a moth unto England, secretly, God make us to understand his Rod, and how many ways he is as a moth unto England, secretly, np1 vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc c-crq d n2 pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, av-jn, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5869 and gradually, and almost irreparably devouring and destroying us. This maketh our days full of the cry of the poor: and gradually, and almost irreparably devouring and destroying us. This makes our days full of the cry of the poor: cc av-jn, cc av av-j vvg cc vvg pno12. np1 vvz po12 n2 j pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 300
5870 God grant we be not also full of such as stop their ears at the cry of the poor, either giving nothing, God grant we be not also full of such as stop their ears At the cry of the poor, either giving nothing, np1 vvb pns12 vbb xx av j pp-f d c-acp vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av-d vvg pi2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5871 or in no proportion to relieve them. or in no proportion to relieve them. cc p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5872 I wish we could consider and remember that Text, and think what may be our portion, I wish we could Consider and Remember that Text, and think what may be our portion, pns11 vvb pns12 vmd vvi cc vvi d n1, cc vvb r-crq vmb vbi po12 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5873 and do as we would be done by, and remember, God often punisheth this uncharitableness in its kind. and do as we would be done by, and Remember, God often Punisheth this uncharitableness in its kind. cc vdb c-acp pns12 vmd vbi vdn p-acp, cc vvi, np1 av vvz d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5874 Men of hardhearts in prosperity, (ordinarily) meet with hard-hearts in their adversity; with what measure they mete to others, it is meted unto them again. The Apostle, Gal. 6.1. perswadeth the restoring of a brother fallen in the spirit of meekness, and useth this Topick, Considering thy self, lest thou also be tempted. Men of hardhearts in Prosperity, (ordinarily) meet with hardhearts in their adversity; with what measure they meet to Others, it is meted unto them again. The Apostle, Gal. 6.1. Persuadeth the restoring of a brother fallen in the Spirit of meekness, and uses this Topic, Considering thy self, lest thou also be tempted. n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1, (av-j) vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1; p-acp r-crq n1 pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 av. dt n1, np1 crd. vvz dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz d np1, vvg po21 n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5875 And to the Hebrews he speakes, To remember them that are bound, as bound with them: And to the Hebrews he speaks, To Remember them that Are bound, as bound with them: cc p-acp dt np1 pns31 vvz, pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbr vvn, c-acp vvn p-acp pno32: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
6125 if they will heap up parsonage upon parsonage, till there be no room left in the Earth; if they will heap up parsonage upon parsonage, till there be no room left in the Earth; cs pns32 vmb vvi a-acp n1 p-acp n1, c-acp pc-acp vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp dt n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
5876 and them which suffer adversity, as being your selves in the body, Heb. 13.2. There's much in those words, Lest thou also be tempted, and those, as being your selves in the body. and them which suffer adversity, as being your selves in the body, Hebrew 13.2. There's much in those words, Lest thou also be tempted, and those, as being your selves in the body. cc pns32 r-crq vvb n1, c-acp vbg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pc-acp|vbz d p-acp d n2, cs pns21 av vbi vvn, cc d, p-acp vbg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5877 In cases of true charity, Christians, as they should consider other things, so they should consider, that they themselves are in the body; In cases of true charity, Christians, as they should Consider other things, so they should Consider, that they themselves Are in the body; p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, np1, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi j-jn n2, av pns32 vmd vvi, cst pns32 px32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5878 they may lose their estates, their health, their limbs; they are not in Heaven yet, they are in the world, and they are in the body; they may loose their estates, their health, their limbs; they Are not in Heaven yet, they Are in the world, and they Are in the body; pns32 vmb vvi po32 n2, po32 n1, po32 n2; pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1 av, pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1, cc pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5879 they are not meerly spirits invulnerable, impenetrable: Men should think my house may be fired, and all I have lost in an hour or two: they Are not merely spirits invulnerable, impenetrable: Men should think my house may be fired, and all I have lost in an hour or two: pns32 vbr xx av-j n2 j, j: n2 vmd vvi po11 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc d pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1 cc crd: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5880 I may lose my eyes, my limbs, as this poor creature hath, I am in the body. So in those words there's a great Emphasis, Lest thou also be tempted: I may loose my eyes, my limbs, as this poor creature hath, I am in the body. So in those words there's a great Emphasis, Lest thou also be tempted: pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2, po11 n2, c-acp d j n1 vhz, pns11 vbm p-acp dt n1. av p-acp d n2 pc-acp|vbz dt j n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5881 Tempted, sometimes signifies as much as afflicted, (though indeed in that Text it seems to signifie sollicited to sin, and overcome). Tempted, sometime signifies as much as afflicted, (though indeed in that Text it seems to signify solicited to since, and overcome). vvn, av vvz p-acp d c-acp vvn, (cs av p-acp d n1 pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn). (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5882 God (saith the Apostle) for thy rigid dealing with thy brother, over-born with a temptation to sin, may suffer the Devil to give thee a foil; would'st thou in such a case be roughly dealt with thy self? With what measure men mete to others, God measureth to them again. God (Says the Apostle) for thy rigid dealing with thy brother, overborne with a temptation to since, may suffer the devil to give thee a foil; Wouldst thou in such a case be roughly dealt with thy self? With what measure men meet to Others, God measureth to them again. np1 (vvz dt n1) c-acp po21 j n-vvg p-acp po21 n1, j p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno21 dt n1; vmd2 pns21 p-acp d dt n1 vbi av-j vvn p-acp po21 n1? p-acp r-crq n1 n2 vvi p-acp n2-jn, np1 vvz p-acp pno32 av. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5883 Let me say to you, take heed of omitting your duty in a charitable act, lest thou also comest to be so afflicted, as to need others charity; Let me say to you, take heed of omitting your duty in a charitable act, lest thou also Comest to be so afflicted, as to need Others charity; vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cs pns21 av vv2 pc-acp vbi av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2-jn n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5884 and when thou art so, God should repay thee in thy own kind, so straiten mens hearts towards thee, that from persons, from whom thou mightest have expected pounds, thou hast not so many pence: and when thou art so, God should repay thee in thy own kind, so straiten men's hearts towards thee, that from Persons, from whom thou Mightest have expected pounds, thou hast not so many pence: cc c-crq pns21 vb2r av, np1 vmd vvi pno21 p-acp po21 d n1, av fw-ge ng2 n2 p-acp pno21, cst p-acp n2, p-acp ro-crq pns21 vmd2 vhi vvn n2, pns21 vh2 xx av d n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5885 think with thy self how such a thing would please you? Let me here give you two rules, which I think your Reasons will all concur with. think with thy self how such a thing would please you? Let me Here give you two rules, which I think your Reasons will all concur with. vvb p-acp po21 n1 c-crq d dt n1 vmd vvi pn22? vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 crd n2, r-crq pns11 vvb po22 n2 vmb d vvi p-acp. (27) sermon (DIV3) 585 Page 301
5886 1. It is a foolish thing for any person (in circumstances of mortality) so to govern himself in his conversation, 1. It is a foolish thing for any person (in Circumstances of mortality) so to govern himself in his Conversation, crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1 (p-acp n2 pp-f n1) av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 301
5887 as if he were not subject to the common accidents of that state. as if he were not Subject to the Common accidents of that state. c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx j-jn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 301
5888 The Apostle saith of Elijah, That he was a man subject to like passions with other men: The Apostle Says of Elijah, That he was a man Subject to like passion with other men: dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 j-jn p-acp j n2 p-acp j-jn n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5889 The Apostle speaks of humane weaknesses, sinful infirmities; and God considereth that, and gives us allowances for it: The Apostle speaks of humane Weaknesses, sinful infirmities; and God Considereth that, and gives us allowances for it: dt n1 vvz pp-f j n2, j n2; cc np1 vvz cst, cc vvz pno12 n2 p-acp pn31: (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5890 and therefore though Job had many ill fits of impatience, when the hand of God was heavy upon him; and Therefore though Job had many ill fits of impatience, when the hand of God was heavy upon him; cc av cs np1 vhd d j-jn n2 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pno31; (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5891 yet God saith, Behold the patience of Job. yet God Says, Behold the patience of Job. av np1 vvz, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5911 I have no reason to look, that it should be meted to me again, better measure then I measure unto others. I have no reason to look, that it should be meted to me again, better measure then I measure unto Others. pns11 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno11 av, j n1 cs pns11 vvb p-acp n2-jn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 303
6254 or reward him proportionably to his affronts or losses? Now God knows that we are flesh, or reward him proportionably to his affronts or losses? Now God knows that we Are Flesh, cc vvi pno31 av-j p-acp po31 vvz cc n2? av np1 vvz cst pns12 vbr n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
5892 We are all of us also subject to the same sufferings, and the Apostle from this Topick, comforteth his Corinthians in those first (and furious) times of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 10.13. There hath no temptation taken you, but what is common to men. We Are all of us also Subject to the same sufferings, and the Apostle from this Topic, comforts his Corinthians in those First (and furious) times of the Gospel, 1 Cor. 10.13. There hath no temptation taken you, but what is Common to men. pns12 vbr d pp-f pno12 av vvi p-acp dt d n2, cc dt n1 p-acp d np1, vvz po31 np1 p-acp d ord (cc j) n2 pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd. a-acp vhz dx n1 vvn pn22, cc-acp q-crq vbz j p-acp n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5893 Now I say there is nothing more foolish, than for any of us in our conversation to govern our selves, Now I say there is nothing more foolish, than for any of us in our Conversation to govern our selves, av pns11 vvb a-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cs p-acp d pp-f pno12 p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5894 as if we were not so, but out of the gun shot of the chastising Providence of God. as if we were not so, but out of the gun shot of the chastising Providence of God. c-acp cs pns12 vbdr xx av, cc-acp av pp-f dt n1 vvn pp-f dt vvg n1 pp-f np1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5895 Our bodies are subject to death, to sicknesses, to old age, and impotencies; Our bodies Are Subject to death, to Sicknesses, to old age, and Impotencies; po12 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp n1, p-acp n2, p-acp j n1, cc n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5896 our estates are exposed to the fire, to the thief, to the merciless soldier, to the oppressor. our estates Are exposed to the fire, to the thief, to the merciless soldier, to the oppressor. po12 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5897 Now for a man in his conversation to govern himself so, as if he were never to dye; Now for a man in his Conversation to govern himself so, as if he were never to die; av p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px31 av, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av-x pc-acp vvi; (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5898 as if he were never to be sick; as if he were never to be sick; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr av-x pc-acp vbi j; (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5899 as if it were not possible that a fire should devour his pleasant things, that he or his should not be brought to straits, is no better than folly and madness. as if it were not possible that a fire should devour his pleasant things, that he or his should not be brought to straits, is no better than folly and madness. c-acp cs pn31 vbdr xx j cst dt n1 vmd vvi po31 j n2, cst pns31 cc po31 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n2, vbz dx jc cs n1 cc n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 586 Page 302
5900 2. It is as foolish a thing for a man to promise himself, that in case of such accidents, others should be kinder to him, 2. It is as foolish a thing for a man to promise himself, that in case of such accidents, Others should be kinder to him, crd pn31 vbz a-acp j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31, cst p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, n2-jn vmd vbi jc p-acp pno31, (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5901 than he hath been to others in the same circumstances. than he hath been to Others in the same Circumstances. cs pns31 vhz vbn p-acp n2-jn p-acp dt d n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5902 We cannot so much as fancy such a thing, without supposing them better-natured, or more gracious, either of which is at best a reproach to our selves. We cannot so much as fancy such a thing, without supposing them better-natured, or more gracious, either of which is At best a reproach to our selves. pns12 vmbx av av-d c-acp vvi d dt n1, p-acp vvg pno32 j, cc av-dc j, d pp-f r-crq vbz p-acp av-js dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5903 And this is but reasonable for us to think, although we consider not the influence of God in the case, who hath told us, That he who stoppeth his ear against the cry of the poor, he also shall cry, and not be heard; And this is but reasonable for us to think, although we Consider not the influence of God in the case, who hath told us, That he who stoppeth his ear against the cry of the poor, he also shall cry, and not be herd; cc d vbz cc-acp j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cs pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cst pns31 r-crq vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns31 av vmb vvi, cc xx vbi vvn; (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5904 and hath the hearts of all men in his hand, and can easily shut them up (in judgment) against the cries of those who have sinfully stopped their ears against the cries of those who have cried to them in their distress. and hath the hearts of all men in his hand, and can Easily shut them up (in judgement) against the cries of those who have sinfully stopped their ears against the cries of those who have cried to them in their distress. cc vhz dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vmb av-j vvi pno32 a-acp (p-acp n1) p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb av-j vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5905 Hence it follows, that it is but reasonable for us in these cases thus to conclude. Hence it follows, that it is but reasonable for us in these cases thus to conclude. av pn31 vvz, cst pn31 vbz p-acp j p-acp pno12 p-acp d n2 av pc-acp vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5906 I have now a fair estate, but it is subject to decay, a fire may consume it in a moment, soldiers may devour it, either in my or my childrens days: I have now a fair estate, but it is Subject to decay, a fire may consume it in a moment, Soldiers may devour it, either in my or my Children's days: pns11 vhb av dt j n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1, n2 vmb vvi pn31, av-d p-acp po11 cc po11 ng2 n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5907 I have now an healthy body, sound and perfect limbs, I may grow sickly, lose my limbs, my senses, I have now an healthy body, found and perfect limbs, I may grow sickly, loose my limbs, my Senses, pns11 vhb av dt j n1, n1 cc j n2, pns11 vmb vvi j, vvb po11 n2, po11 n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5908 and be brought into the condition of a receiver, who am now a giver. and be brought into the condition of a receiver, who am now a giver. cc vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbm av dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5909 Why should I think that any should consider me, or mine in such circumstances, more than I consider others? Let me therefore do unto others, Why should I think that any should Consider me, or mine in such Circumstances, more than I Consider Others? Let me Therefore do unto Others, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi cst d vmd vvi pno11, cc png11 p-acp d n2, av-dc cs pns11 vvb n2-jn? vvb pno11 av vdb p-acp n2-jn, (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 302
5910 as I would have others do unto me: as I would have Others do unto me: c-acp pns11 vmd vhi ng2-jn vdb p-acp pno11: (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 303
5912 But I have dwelt too long upon this first, shewing you how the Providence of God doth often retaliate hard heartedness, by suffering the hearts of others to harden against men in straits, who have stop't their ears against the cries of others to them in distress. But I have dwelled too long upon this First, showing you how the Providence of God does often retaliate hard heartedness, by suffering the hearts of Others to harden against men in straits, who have stopped their ears against the cries of Others to them in distress. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av av-j p-acp d ord, vvg pn22 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi j n1, p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp n2, r-crq vhb vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 587 Page 303
5913 2. But there are other kinds of uncharitableness, which God doth ordinarily repay in their kind. 2. But there Are other Kinds of uncharitableness, which God does ordinarily repay in their kind. crd p-acp a-acp vbr j-jn n2 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vdz av-j vvi p-acp po32 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5914 Those are acts, bearing the highest opposition to charity, tending to the utter ruin and destruction of their brethren: Those Are acts, bearing the highest opposition to charity, tending to the utter ruin and destruction of their brothers: d vbr n2, vvg dt js n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5915 such as murthers, cruelties, and barbarous and inhumane usage of others. such as murders, cruelties, and barbarous and inhumane usage of Others. d c-acp n2, n2, cc j cc j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5916 We shall find in the old Law, that God in divers cases established a law of Retaliation. If any mischief followed such a striking a woman with child, We shall find in the old Law, that God in diverse cases established a law of Retaliation. If any mischief followed such a striking a woman with child, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 p-acp j n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1. cs d n1 vvd d dt vvg dt n1 p-acp n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5917 as caused a miscarriage, God ordained they should give eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe, Exod. 21.23, 24, 25. and in the case of a false witness there was such a law, Deut. 19.16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21. which you may read at your leisure. as caused a miscarriage, God ordained they should give eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot, burning for burning, wound for wound, stripe for stripe, Exod 21.23, 24, 25. and in the case of a false witness there was such a law, Deuteronomy 19.16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21. which you may read At your leisure. c-acp vvd dt n1, np1 vvd pns32 vmd vvi n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp vvg, vvd p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd, crd cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 a-acp vbds d dt n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5918 It was Gods will, that a witness who had testified falsly against any man, (if he were once found a false witness) should suffer the very same thing that the other should have suffered. It was God's will, that a witness who had testified falsely against any man, (if he were once found a false witness) should suffer the very same thing that the other should have suffered. pn31 vbds npg1 n1, cst dt n1 r-crq vhd vvn av-j p-acp d n1, (cs pns31 vbdr a-acp vvn dt j n1) vmd vvi dt j d n1 cst dt n-jn vmd vhi vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5919 So that throughout all the Jewish period, the Providence of God did (ordinarily) execute this Justice by the hands of Magistrates. So that throughout all the Jewish Period, the Providence of God did (ordinarily) execute this justice by the hands of Magistrates. av cst p-acp d dt jp n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd (av-j) vvb d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5920 But you must not mistake to think this rule of God was without exceptions; But you must not mistake to think this Rule of God was without exceptions; p-acp pn22 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5921 for oftentimes exceptions were made with respect to the quality of the persons, and this by the Law of God, Exod. 21.16. He that cursed his father or mother, was to dye the death: for oftentimes exceptions were made with respect to the quality of the Persons, and this by the Law of God, Exod 21.16. He that cursed his father or mother, was to die the death: c-acp av n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, cc d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvd po31 n1 cc n1, vbds pc-acp vvi dt n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5922 that now was more than like for like: that now was more than like for like: cst av vbds dc cs j c-acp av-j: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5923 and ver. 26. If a master had struck a servant, and put out his eye, the masters punishment was only to manumit his servant, not to pay eye for eye: and for. 26. If a master had struck a servant, and put out his eye, the Masters punishment was only to manumit his servant, not to pay eye for eye: cc p-acp. crd cs dt n1 vhd vvn dt n1, cc vvd av po31 n1, dt ng1 n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi po31 n1, xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5924 the reason was the disparity of persons. the reason was the disparity of Persons. dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5925 I might observe to you, that the Providence of God directed other Magistrates, then those he set up amongst his own people, to enact laws, to render like for like: I might observe to you, that the Providence of God directed other Magistrates, then those he Set up among his own people, to enact laws, to render like for like: pns11 vmd vvi p-acp pn22, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j-jn n2, cs d pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi n2, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp av-j: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5926 in many cases especially, where offences were eminently against mercy and charity, (though with the like respect to persons and other circumstances) which is enough (by the way) to evidence the justice of such laws in many cases. in many cases especially, where offences were eminently against mercy and charity, (though with the like respect to Persons and other Circumstances) which is enough (by the Way) to evidence the Justice of such laws in many cases. p-acp d n2 av-j, c-crq n2 vbdr av-j p-acp n1 cc n1, (cs p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2 cc j-jn n2) r-crq vbz d (p-acp dt n1) p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp d n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5927 But further, the Providence of God, in this retaliating sins of this nature, is eminent in those whom he took to punish with his own hand. But further, the Providence of God, in this retaliating Sins of this nature, is eminent in those whom he took to Punish with his own hand. p-acp jc, dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j-vvg n2 pp-f d n1, vbz j p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 303
5928 In the case of Pharaoh, he cruelly caused the maleinfants of the Jewish children to be drowned; In the case of Pharaoh, he cruelly caused the maleinfants of the Jewish children to be drowned; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-j vvd dt ng1 pp-f dt jp n2 pc-acp vbi vvn; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5929 God causeth him, and his host to be swallowed up in the red Sea. In the case of Adonibezek, Judg. 1.6. The Israelites took him, and cut off his thumbs, and great toes. God Causes him, and his host to be swallowed up in the read Sea. In the case of Adonibezek, Judges 1.6. The Israelites took him, and Cut off his thumbs, and great toes. np1 vvz pno31, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. dt np2 vvd pno31, cc vvd a-acp po31 n2, cc j n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5930 You never read that the Israelites served any Enemy so, either before or after that time; You never read that the Israelites served any Enemy so, either before or After that time; pn22 av-x vvi cst dt np1 vvd d n1 av, av-d p-acp cc p-acp d n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5931 and doubtless what they did, was by an extraordinary instinct from God. and doubtless what they did, was by an extraordinary instinct from God. cc av-j r-crq pns32 vdd, vbds p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5932 Ver. 7. Adonibezek acknowledgeth the hand of God in it, Threescore and ten Kings (saith he) having their thumbs and great toes cut off, gathered their meat under my table; Ver. 7. Adonibezek acknowledgeth the hand of God in it, Threescore and ten Kings (Says he) having their thumbs and great toes Cut off, gathered their meat under my table; np1 crd np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31, crd cc crd n2 (vvz pns31) vhg po32 n2 cc j n2 vvn a-acp, vvd po32 n1 p-acp po11 n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5933 as I have done, so God hath requited me, 1 Sam. 15.33. as I have done, so God hath requited me, 1 Sam. 15.33. c-acp pns11 vhb vdn, av np1 vhz vvn pno11, vvn np1 crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5934 When Samuel cometh to slay Agag by Gods Commandment, observe what he saith, As thy sword hath made many women childless: When Samuel comes to slay Agag by God's Commandment, observe what he Says, As thy sword hath made many women childless: c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp npg1 n1, vvb r-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp po21 n1 vhz vvn d n2 j: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5935 so this day thy mother shall be made childless as to thee, and he cut him in pieces before the Lord. so this day thy mother shall be made childless as to thee, and he Cut him in Pieces before the Lord. av d n1 po21 n1 vmb vbi vvn j c-acp p-acp pno21, cc pns31 vvd pno31 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5936 And this is that which God hath said, Rev. 13.10. He that leadeth into captivity, shall go into captivity: And this is that which God hath said, Rev. 13.10. He that leads into captivity, shall go into captivity: cc d vbz d r-crq np1 vhz vvn, n1 crd. pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vmb vvi p-acp n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5937 he that killeth with the sword, shall be killed with the sword: and in Rev. 18.6. he that kills with the sword, shall be killed with the sword: and in Rev. 18.6. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: cc p-acp n1 crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5938 speaking of mystical Babylon (by which our Forefathers have understood Rome, though late Authors have otherwise endeavoured to interpret it), speaking of mystical Babylon (by which our Forefathers have understood Room, though late Authors have otherwise endeavoured to interpret it), vvg pp-f j np1 (p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn vvi, cs j n2 vhb av vvn pc-acp vvi pn31), (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5939 and the fall of it, saith God, Reward her even as she hath rewarded you, and double unto her double, according to her works; and the fallen of it, Says God, Reward her even as she hath rewarded you, and double unto her double, according to her works; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, vvz np1, vvb pno31 av c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pn22, cc j-jn p-acp po31 j-jn, vvg p-acp po31 n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5940 in the cup which she hath filled, fill her double. in the cup which she hath filled, fill her double. p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vvb pno31 vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5941 You see still those whom God hath thus punished from time to time, have ordinarily been great offenders against mercy and charity, great actors of cruelty; You see still those whom God hath thus punished from time to time, have ordinarily been great offenders against mercy and charity, great actors of cruelty; pn22 vvb av d r-crq np1 vhz av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vhb av-j vbn j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, j n2 pp-f n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5942 the wickedness of these men, God hath ordinarily retaliated, and payed them in their own kind. the wickedness of these men, God hath ordinarily retaliated, and paid them in their own kind. dt n1 pp-f d n2, np1 vhz av-j vvn, cc vvd pno32 p-acp po32 d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5943 I have hitherto justified the first part of my observation, that God very ordinarily doth repay eminent sinners against charity in their own kind; I have hitherto justified the First part of my observation, that God very ordinarily does repay eminent Sinners against charity in their own kind; pns11 vhb av vvn dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst np1 av av-jn vdz vvi j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5944 what hath been wanting, there's hardly any observing Christian but will be able to make up in his daily observation; what hath been wanting, there's hardly any observing Christian but will be able to make up in his daily observation; r-crq vhz vbn vvg, pc-acp|vbz av d vvg np1 p-acp vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po31 j n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5945 'tis very seldom but God gives cruel and bloody, and mischievous men blood to drink, and cruelty to digest; it's very seldom but God gives cruel and bloody, and mischievous men blood to drink, and cruelty to digest; pn31|vbz av av p-acp np1 vvz j cc j, cc j n2 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc n1 pc-acp vvi; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5946 if he gives it not to them, he ordinarily doth it to their children, as he did to Saul, and to Ahab, and to Jehu. Sauls children were hang'd by David at Gods command, for his bloody house; if he gives it not to them, he ordinarily does it to their children, as he did to Saul, and to Ahab, and to Jehu. Saul's children were hanged by David At God's command, for his bloody house; cs pns31 vvz pn31 xx p-acp pno32, pns31 av-j vdz pn31 p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1. np1 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp po31 j n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5947 Ahab's seventy Sons were slain for his bloodshed and cruelty. Ahab's seventy Sons were slave for his bloodshed and cruelty. npg1 crd n2 vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5948 And God repaid the blood which Jehu shed in Jesreel, (though in it he executed Gods counsel) unto his children, as the Prophet saith expresly. And God repaid the blood which Jehu shed in Jesreel, (though in it he executed God's counsel) unto his children, as the Prophet Says expressly. cc np1 vvn dt n1 r-crq np1 vvn p-acp np1, (cs p-acp pn31 pns31 vvd npg1 n1) p-acp po31 n2, c-acp dt n1 vvz av-j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5949 God gave Manasses his children ( Josiah only excepted) blood to drink, to requite him for his filling of Hierusalem with innocent blood. God gave Manasses his children (Josiah only excepted) blood to drink, to requite him for his filling of Jerusalem with innocent blood. np1 vvd np1 po31 n2 (np1 av-j vvn) n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 588 Page 304
5950 2. Let me now justifie the Observation as to the second part of it. 2. Let me now justify the Observation as to the second part of it. crd vvb pno11 av vvi dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5951 Gods retaliation of charity: Charity is a word of a very vast extent, and comprehendeth under it all acts of kindness done unto our brethren, standing in need of our help. God's retaliation of charity: Charity is a word of a very vast extent, and comprehendeth under it all acts of kindness done unto our brothers, standing in need of our help. npg1 n1 pp-f n1: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, cc vvz p-acp pn31 d n2 pp-f n1 vdn p-acp po12 n2, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5952 It is a saying I have met with somewhere, A man seldom himself experienceth in himself, that misery which he hath truly felt in others. It is a saying I have met with somewhere, A man seldom himself experienceth in himself, that misery which he hath truly felt in Others. pn31 vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp av, dt n1 av px31 vvz p-acp px31, cst n1 r-crq pns31 vhz av-j vvn p-acp n2-jn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5953 Many great and exceeding pretious promises are made to it, as if it were all Godliness; what the Apostle saith of Godliness, is applicable unto it. Many great and exceeding precious promises Are made to it, as if it were all Godliness; what the Apostle Says of Godliness, is applicable unto it. d j cc av-vvg j n2 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pn31 vbdr d n1; r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f n1, vbz j p-acp pn31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5954 It hath promises both of this life, and that which is to come. It hath promises both of this life, and that which is to come. pn31 vhz n2 d pp-f d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5955 Blessed are the merciful (saith our Saviour, Mat 5.7.) for they shall receive mercy: Blessed Are the merciful (Says our Saviour, Mathew 5.7.) for they shall receive mercy: j-vvn vbr dt j (vvz po12 n1, n1 crd.) p-acp pns32 vmb vvi n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5956 He that giveth to the poor shall not want, Prov. 28.22. I have been young (saith David) and now am old; He that gives to the poor shall not want, Curae 28.22. I have been young (Says David) and now am old; pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j vmb xx vvi, np1 crd. pns11 vhb vbn j (vvz np1) cc av vbm j; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5957 yet I never saw the righteous forsaken, nor their seed begging their bread: he is ever merciful, and lendeth, and his seed is blessed. yet I never saw the righteous forsaken, nor their seed begging their bred: he is ever merciful, and dares, and his seed is blessed. av pns11 av-x vvd dt j vvn, ccx po32 n1 vvg po32 n1: pns31 vbz av j, cc vvz, cc po31 n1 vbz vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5958 It were a great work to reckon up all the promises of this nature, made to mercy and charity, so many that the hardhearted, the niggardly-handed person, must necessarily be either an Atheist, It were a great work to reckon up all the promises of this nature, made to mercy and charity, so many that the hardhearted, the niggardly-handed person, must necessarily be either an Atheist, pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, av d cst dt j, dt j n1, vmb av-j vbi av-d dt n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5959 or a notorious Unbeliever, either not believing there is any such God, as the Scriptures speak, or a notorious Unbeliever, either not believing there is any such God, as the Scriptures speak, cc dt j n1, av-d xx vvg a-acp vbz d d np1, c-acp dt n2 vvb, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5960 or such Scriptures as are the word of God; or not daring to trust God upon his word; or such Scriptures as Are the word of God; or not daring to trust God upon his word; cc d n2 c-acp vbr dt n1 pp-f np1; cc xx vvg pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5961 either of them hath a soul in state bad enough. But my work is to shew you how the Providence of God justifieth this word. either of them hath a soul in state bad enough. But my work is to show you how the Providence of God Justifieth this word. d pp-f pno32 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 j av-d. p-acp po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5962 I told you before how David observed it in the whole course of his life, he never saw such a man forsaken, nor his posterity beggers. I told you before how David observed it in the Whole course of his life, he never saw such a man forsaken, nor his posterity beggars. pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp c-crq np1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 av-x vvd d dt n1 vvn, ccx po31 n1 n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5963 What an experience was that? he was a good man, a wise and observing man, much acquainted with the world; What an experience was that? he was a good man, a wise and observing man, much acquainted with the world; q-crq dt n1 vbds d? pns31 vbds dt j n1, dt j cc j-vvg n1, av-d vvn p-acp dt n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5964 he had seen more than most of us, he lived to be an old man; he doth not say he had rarely seen, no, that was too little. he had seen more than most of us, he lived to be an old man; he does not say he had rarely seen, no, that was too little. pns31 vhd vvn av-dc cs ds pp-f pno12, pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi dt j n1; pns31 vdz xx vvi pns31 vhd av-j vvn, uh-dx, cst vbds av j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5965 I have been young, saith he, and now am old, I never saw the righteous forsaken. I have been young, Says he, and now am old, I never saw the righteous forsaken. pns11 vhb vbn j, vvz pns31, cc av vbm j, pns11 av-x vvd dt j vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5966 If you would know what righteous man he means, he telleth you, One that is ever merciful and lendeth. If you would know what righteous man he means, he Telleth you, One that is ever merciful and dares. cs pn22 vmd vvi r-crq j n1 pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz pn22, pi cst vbz av j cc vvz. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5967 I think in this case we may as to the motions of Providence distinguish (as St. Paul doth in another case between a righteous man, and a good man, Rom. 5.) The Providence of God doth sometimes so order it, that we see religious men, (though it is a hard task, I would not willingly be employed in it, to reconcile an hardness of heart in this kind to Religion); I think in this case we may as to the motions of Providence distinguish (as Saint Paul does in Another case between a righteous man, and a good man, Rom. 5.) The Providence of God does sometime so order it, that we see religious men, (though it is a hard task, I would not willingly be employed in it, to reconcile an hardness of heart in this kind to Religion); pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvi (c-acp n1 np1 vdz p-acp n-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1, np1 crd) dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av av vvi pn31, cst pns12 vvb j n2, (cs pn31 vbz dt j n1, pns11 vmd xx av-j vbi vvn p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1); (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5968 yet so it is, that we find sometimes persons, that in other things we cannot say, yet so it is, that we find sometime Persons, that in other things we cannot say, av av pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vvb av n2, cst p-acp j-jn n2 pns12 vmbx vvi, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 305
5969 but they are devout, religious men, and just men, and (were it not for that of St. John, how dwelleth the love of God in him? after a very imperfect manner certainly; but they Are devout, religious men, and just men, and (were it not for that of Saint John, how dwells the love of God in him? After a very imperfect manner Certainly; cc-acp pns32 vbr j, j n2, cc j n2, cc (vbdr pn31 xx p-acp d pp-f n1 np1, q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31? p-acp dt j j n1 av-j; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5970 his brother can scarce tell how) for that of St. James: He that keeps the whole law, his brother can scarce tell how) for that of Saint James: He that keeps the Whole law, po31 n1 vmb av-j vvi c-crq) p-acp d pp-f n1 np1: pns31 cst vvz dt j-jn n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5971 and (in the constant track and course of his life) offends but in one point, is guilty of all. and (in the constant track and course of his life) offends but in one point, is guilty of all. cc (p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1) vvz cc-acp p-acp crd n1, vbz j pp-f d. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5972 One would think they had love for God, and were righteous men: One would think they had love for God, and were righteous men: crd vmd vvi pns32 vhd n1 p-acp np1, cc vbdr j n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5973 yet when you come to them for an act of charity, oh it grateth them, a six-pence comes at two or three pulls, yet when you come to them for an act of charity, o it grateth them, a sixpence comes At two or three pulls, av c-crq pn22 vvb p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh pn31 vvz pno32, dt n2 vvz p-acp crd cc crd vvz, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5974 and with many a grudg and excuse. and with many a grudge and excuse. cc p-acp d dt n1 cc vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5975 You may possibly see such a man decay (God distributes his estate, because he would not), You may possibly see such a man decay (God distributes his estate, Because he would not), pn22 vmb av-j vvi d dt n1 n1 (np1 vvz po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd xx), (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5976 and such a mans seed you may see begging bread: and such a men seed you may see begging bred: cc d dt ng1 n1 pn22 vmb vvi vvg n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5977 But for a good man, one that disperseth abroad, and gives to the poor, Prov. 3.9, 10. David never saw such a mans seed begging their bread: But for a good man, one that disperses abroad, and gives to the poor, Curae 3.9, 10. David never saw such a men seed begging their bred: cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, pi cst vvz av, cc vvz p-acp dt j, np1 crd, crd np1 av-x vvd d dt ng1 n1 vvg po32 n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5978 and 'tis no wonder, thousands of men grow poor by lending; and it's no wonder, thousands of men grow poor by lending; cc pn31|vbz dx n1, crd pp-f n2 vvb j p-acp vvg; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5979 but he that gives to the poor, lends to the Lord (saith Solomon): never any man lost by that lending. The great God never yet failed, never yet was unfaithful. but he that gives to the poor, lends to the Lord (Says Solomon): never any man lost by that lending. The great God never yet failed, never yet was unfaithful. p-acp pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt n1 (vvz np1): av d n1 vvn p-acp d vvg. dt j np1 av-x av vvn, av-x av vbds j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5980 I could fill your ears with stories. I will only give you one or two. I could fill your ears with stories. I will only give you one or two. pns11 vmd vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 crd cc crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5981 It is reported in the life of that famous Junius, Minister in France and Holland, he died but in the year 1602; It is reported in the life of that famous Junius, Minister in France and Holland, he died but in the year 1602; pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j np1, vvb p-acp np1 cc n1, pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 crd; (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5982 he met with the Lot of many godly Divines in all ages, as well as ours, he met with the Lot of many godly Divines in all ages, as well as ours, pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2-jn p-acp d n2, c-acp av c-acp png12, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5983 and came to be pinched with want, and resolved for the supply of his necessities, every each day to dig in the Town-ditch. and Come to be pinched with want, and resolved for the supply of his necessities, every each day to dig in the Town-ditch. cc vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, d d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5984 But see the Providence of God, there lived near a Taylor, a young man, whose Mother had in France lived near to this Junius 's mothers house, But see the Providence of God, there lived near a Taylor, a young man, whose Mother had in France lived near to this Junius is mother's house, p-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp vvd av-j dt n1, dt j n1, rg-crq n1 vhd p-acp np1 vvd av-j p-acp d np1 vbz ng1 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5985 and being very poor, Junius 's mother had often relieved her. and being very poor, Junius is mother had often relieved her. cc vbg av j, np1 vbz n1 vhd av vvn pno31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5986 Her son remembreth this kindness, and though but a poor man, inviteth Junius to his house, Her son Remember this kindness, and though but a poor man, Inviteth Junius to his house, po31 n1 vvz d n1, cc cs p-acp dt j n1, vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5987 and provideth meat and lodging for him for seven months. and Provideth meat and lodging for him for seven months. cc vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5988 I could tell you many, and strange stories of Gods repaying Charity in its kind, of little pieces of silver given in this kind, repaid with an hundred fold, even in this life. I could tell you many, and strange stories of God's repaying Charity in its kind, of little Pieces of silver given in this kind, repaid with an hundred fold, even in this life. pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d, cc j n2 pp-f n2 vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d n1, vvn p-acp dt crd n1, av p-acp d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5989 But this is an observation which justifieth it self in the experience of every one of you. But this is an observation which Justifieth it self in the experience of every one of you. p-acp d vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd pp-f pn22. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5990 I shall rather shew you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence, which will be evident to you. I shall rather show you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence, which will be evident to you. pns11 vmb av-c vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp pn22. (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5991 I will open it to you in five particulars: I will open it to you in five particulars: pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n2-j: (27) sermon (DIV3) 589 Page 306
5992 1. God doth this to evidence his general love to mankind, and special care of Providence for the needy, the poor, 1. God does this to evidence his general love to mankind, and special care of Providence for the needy, the poor, crd np1 vdz d p-acp n1 po31 j n1 p-acp n1, cc j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j, dt j, (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 306
5993 and the fatherless, the stranger, and the widow. and the fatherless, the stranger, and the widow. cc dt j, dt n1, cc dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 306
5994 Justice and Charity are the two pillars of the world, all humane society is dependent upon them: justice and Charity Are the two pillars of the world, all humane society is dependent upon them: n1 cc n1 vbr dt crd n2 pp-f dt n1, d j n1 vbz j-jn p-acp pno32: (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 306
5995 Justice, because as I told you before from Solomon, oppression makes the wise-man mad, mens spirits will never be calm under a course of oppression; justice, Because as I told you before from Solomon, oppression makes the Wiseman mad, men's spirits will never be Cam under a course of oppression; n1, c-acp c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp p-acp np1, n1 vvz dt n1 j, ng2 n2 vmb av-x vbi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 306
5996 hence Tyrants must have constant standing-armies to secure their lusts. hence Tyrants must have constant standing-armies to secure their Lustiest. av n2 vmb vhi j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
5997 The Turkish Empire is little but injustice and oppression, it could not stand but for his Janizaries. Charity is another pillar of the Earth, the reason is, The Turkish Empire is little but injustice and oppression, it could not stand but for his Janizaries. Charity is Another pillar of the Earth, the reason is, dt jp n1 vbz j p-acp n1 cc n1, pn31 vmd xx vvi cc-acp p-acp po31 n2. n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vbz, (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
5998 because as our Saviour told us, The poor we shall have always with us. Because as our Saviour told us, The poor we shall have always with us. c-acp c-acp po12 n1 vvd pno12, dt j pns12 vmb vhi av p-acp pno12. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
5999 Now God sheweth his great love to societies of men in eminent upholding of both these. Now God shows his great love to societies of men in eminent upholding of both these. av np1 vvz po31 j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n2 p-acp j vvg pp-f d d. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
6000 And besides, the Scripture speaketh God to have taken the special patronage of the poor, and needy, the stranger, and widow, and fatherless. And beside, the Scripture speaks God to have taken the special patronage of the poor, and needy, the stranger, and widow, and fatherless. cc a-acp, dt n1 vvz np1 pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt j, cc j, dt n1, cc n1, cc j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
6001 God doth this by raising them up friends, and it is a great means to raise them friends, to incourage them by sensible rewards, God does this by raising them up Friends, and it is a great means to raise them Friends, to encourage them by sensible rewards, np1 vdz d p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp n2, cc pn31 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
6002 and that of the same kind. and that of the same kind. cc d pp-f dt d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 590 Page 307
6003 2. It is necessary, that (as our Saviour oft saith) all righteousness should be fulfilled. 2. It is necessary, that (as our Saviour oft Says) all righteousness should be fulfilled. crd pn31 vbz j, d (p-acp po12 n1 av vvz) d n1 vmd vbi vvn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6004 The promises might have a being given them. I told you before, that the promises made to mercy and charitableness are very many; The promises might have a being given them. I told you before, that the promises made to mercy and charitableness Are very many; dt n2 vmd vhi dt vbg vvn pno32. pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp, cst dt n2 vvn p-acp n1 cc n1 vbr av d; (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6005 now some of these promises are made for a term within this life: now Some of these promises Are made for a term within this life: av d pp-f d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6006 He shall not lack (saith Solomon: ) that must be a promise respecting reward in this life: He shall not lack (Says Solomon:) that must be a promise respecting reward in this life: pns31 vmb xx vvi (vvz np1:) cst vmb vbi dt n1 vvg n1 p-acp d n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6007 and so for the threatnings against cruelty and hard-heartedness towards them in misery, or that exercise any barbarous dealings towards their brother; and so for the threatenings against cruelty and hardheartedness towards them in misery, or that exercise any barbarous dealings towards their brother; cc av p-acp dt n2-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp n1, cc d n1 d j n2-vvg p-acp po32 n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6008 so that it is necessary God should in this life retaliate such wickedness. 3. It is necessary for the terror of such sorts of sinners. so that it is necessary God should in this life retaliate such wickedness. 3. It is necessary for the terror of such sorts of Sinners. av cst pn31 vbz j np1 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi d n1. crd pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 591 Page 307
6047 Let the extortioners catch all they have, and let the strangers spoil their labour: Let the extortioners catch all they have, and let the Strangers spoil their labour: vvb dt n2 vvb d pns32 vhb, cc vvb dt n2 vvb po32 n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6009 God himself gives this as one of his ends in establishing the law of Retaliation in the case of false witnesses, Deut. 19.16, 17, 18, 19, 20. And those which remain, shall hear and fear, God himself gives this as one of his ends in establishing the law of Retaliation in the case of false Witnesses, Deuteronomy 19.16, 17, 18, 19, 20. And those which remain, shall hear and Fear, np1 px31 vvz d p-acp crd pp-f po31 n2 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd cc d r-crq vvb, vmb vvi cc vvi, (27) sermon (DIV3) 592 Page 307
6010 and from henceforth commit no such evil more amongst you. and from henceforth commit no such evil more among you. cc p-acp av vvb dx d j-jn n1 p-acp pn22. (27) sermon (DIV3) 592 Page 307
6011 The most of men hearing that Adonibezek, who cut off so many Princes thumbs and great toes, came to be served in the same kind himself, are afraid of such kind of Inhumanity. The most of men hearing that Adonibezek, who Cut off so many Princes thumbs and great toes, Come to be served in the same kind himself, Are afraid of such kind of Inhumanity. dt ds pp-f n2 vvg cst np1, r-crq vvd a-acp av d ng1 n2 cc j n2, vvd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1 px31, vbr j pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 592 Page 307
6012 4. Again, It is necessary for the conviction of unbelievers. There are many sins, against which there are dreadful Revelations of Divine Wrath in holy Writ, 4. Again, It is necessary for the conviction of unbelievers. There Are many Sins, against which there Are dreadful Revelations of Divine Wrath in holy Writ, crd av, pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. pc-acp vbr d n2, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbr j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp j vvn, (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 307
6013 and the Providence of God gives them a being every day: and the Providence of God gives them a being every day: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno32 av vbg d n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 307
6014 but yet sinners will not believe when they see the vengeance that comes upon them, that God designs to punish them for their unmercifulness and cruelty to their brethren; but yet Sinners will not believe when they see the vengeance that comes upon them, that God designs to Punish them for their unmercifulness and cruelty to their brothers; cc-acp av n2 vmb xx vvi c-crq pns32 vvb dt n1 cst vvz p-acp pno32, cst np1 n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 307
6015 no, all things fall alike to all men, and those that judg otherwise, are with them in no better repute, no, all things fallen alike to all men, and those that judge otherwise, Are with them in no better repute, uh-dx, d n2 vvb av-j p-acp d n2, cc d cst vvb av, vbr p-acp pno32 p-acp dx jc n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 307
6016 than as bold priers into the secrets of God, and judges of his Counsels. God therefore will please sometimes to write their sin in their plague. than as bold priers into the secrets of God, and judges of his Counsels. God Therefore will please sometime to write their since in their plague. cs p-acp j zz p-acp dt n2-jn pp-f np1, cc n2 pp-f po31 n2. np1 av vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 307
6017 It shall be wrote over the Gallows fifty cubits high, upon which Haman was hanged: It shall be wrote over the Gallows fifty cubits high, upon which Haman was hanged: pn31 vmb vbi vvd p-acp dt n2 crd n2 j, p-acp r-crq np1 vbds vvn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 308
6018 this was the Gallows which he prepared for Mordecay. The accusers of the three Children shall be thrown into the same fiery furnace, which they had caused to be heated for the three children; this was the Gallows which he prepared for Mordecai. The accusers of the three Children shall be thrown into the same fiery furnace, which they had caused to be heated for the three children; d vbds dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1. dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt d j n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt crd n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 308
6019 and Daniel 's accusers into the same den of Lyons, in which they would have had him perished: and daniel is accusers into the same den of Lyons, in which they would have had him perished: cc np1 vbz n2 p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd vhi vhn pno31 vvn: (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 308
6020 He that leadeth into captivity, shall be led into captivity: and he that killeth with the sword, shall be killed with the sword. He that leads into captivity, shall be led into captivity: and he that kills with the sword, shall be killed with the sword. pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1: cc pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 308
6021 When men see this, if they will believe any thing, they will believe this. When men see this, if they will believe any thing, they will believe this. c-crq n2 vvb d, cs pns32 vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vmb vvi d. (27) sermon (DIV3) 593 Page 308
6022 5. Lastly, It is also reasonable, for the more perfect demonstration of Gods favour to these exercises of grace and vertue. 5. Lastly, It is also reasonable, for the more perfect demonstration of God's favour to these exercises of grace and virtue. crd ord, pn31 vbz av j, p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6023 Our Saviour faith, All men have not faith. Our Saviour faith, All men have not faith. po12 n1 n1, d n2 vhb xx n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6024 The most of men live, either meerly by sense, or by reason. The promises of a reward of Heaven, are matters of faith A true believer, only from these, understands Gods favour to merciful men; his faith being the evidence of things not seen, indeed, evidenceth to him Gods love sufficiently. The most of men live, either merely by sense, or by reason. The promises of a reward of Heaven, Are matters of faith A true believer, only from these, understands God's favour to merciful men; his faith being the evidence of things not seen, indeed, Evidenceth to him God's love sufficiently. dt ds pp-f n2 vvb, d av-j p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr n2 pp-f n1 dt j n1, av-j p-acp d, vvz npg1 n1 p-acp j n2; po31 n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, av, vvz p-acp pno31 npg1 n1 av-j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6025 Inward rewards of grace, are like the newname given unto the People of God, only known to them that have them. Inward rewards of grace, Are like the newname given unto the People of God, only known to them that have them. j n2 pp-f n1, vbr av-j dt vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvn p-acp pno32 cst vhb pno32. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6026 The most of men are acted by sense, and convinced by that mostly, (for in this cafe Reason will do little). The most of men Are acted by sense, and convinced by that mostly, (for in this cafe Reason will do little). dt ds pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vvd p-acp d j, (c-acp p-acp d zz n1 vmb vdi j). (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6027 God is therefore pleased to reward such persons to great degrees in this life, and that in the same kind too, that all the Earth may know what he will do for such persons. God is Therefore pleased to reward such Persons to great Degrees in this life, and that in the same kind too, that all the Earth may know what he will do for such Persons. np1 vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1, cc cst p-acp dt d n1 av, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp d n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6028 But I come to the Application, which I shall dispatch in two branches, making it a foundation. But I come to the Application, which I shall dispatch in two branches, making it a Foundation. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2, vvg pn31 dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 594 Page 308
6029 Ʋse 1. First, for Admonition to all that hear me, to take heed of these sins. Ʋse 1. First, for Admonition to all that hear me, to take heed of these Sins. j crd ord, c-acp n1 p-acp d cst vvb pno11, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6030 I would have you brethren take heed of all sin, for the wages of every sin is (without repentance) eternal death; but especially take heed of sins eminently against charity. I would have you brothers take heed of all since, for the wages of every since is (without Repentance) Eternal death; but especially take heed of Sins eminently against charity. pns11 vmd vhi pn22 n2 vvb n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbz (p-acp n1) j n1; p-acp av-j vvb n1 pp-f n2 av-j p-acp n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6031 Take heed of stopping your ears against the cry of the poor: God will be even with you; Take heed of stopping your ears against the cry of the poor: God will be even with you; vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j: np1 vmb vbi av p-acp pn22; (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6032 you, or yours shall cry, and not be heard. It is a woful folly for a man so to govern himself in his Conversation, you, or yours shall cry, and not be herd. It is a woeful folly for a man so to govern himself in his Conversation, pn22, cc png22 vmb vvi, cc xx vbi vvn. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 av pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6033 as if he were not subject to changes; it speaketh the man that doth it, to be void of understanding; as if he were not Subject to changes; it speaks the man that does it, to be void of understanding; c-acp cs pns31 vbdr xx j-jn p-acp n2; pn31 vvz dt n1 cst vdz pn31, pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6034 and it is a most unreasonable madness for a man to expect that from another, which himself would not do to another. and it is a most unreasonable madness for a man to expect that from Another, which himself would not do to Another. cc pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi cst p-acp n-jn, r-crq n1 vmd xx vdi p-acp j-jn. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6035 Abraham checks Dives in the parable, for thinking that Lazarus should go to fetch him a cup of cold water, Abraham Checks Dives in the parable, for thinking that Lazarus should go to fetch him a cup of cold water, np1 vvz vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg d np1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6036 when as he in his life-time would not afford him a cup of drink: take heed of cruelty, of false-witnessing, of any eminent act of uncharitableness. when as he in his lifetime would not afford him a cup of drink: take heed of cruelty, of false-witnessing, of any eminent act of uncharitableness. c-crq c-acp pns31 p-acp po31 n1 vmd xx vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1: vvb n1 pp-f n1, pp-f j, pp-f d j n1 pp-f n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 308
6037 Remember, he that sheweth no mercy, when he comes to need it, shall have judgment without mercy for his portion. remember, he that shows no mercy, when he comes to need it, shall have judgement without mercy for his portion. np1, pns31 cst vvz dx n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, vmb vhi n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6038 Take heed of persecuting good people for their conscience-sake towards God; Take heed of persecuting good people for their Conscience-sake towards God; vvb n1 pp-f vvg j n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6039 it may be you may take the advantage of a furious time, and plunder them a little, it may be you may take the advantage of a furious time, and plunder them a little, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc vvi pno32 dt j, (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6040 or get them imprisoned or oppressed, directly contrary to what is law and justice, or directly contrary to the highest law, which is the Law of God: or get them imprisoned or oppressed, directly contrary to what is law and Justice, or directly contrary to the highest law, which is the Law of God: cc vvi pno32 vvn cc vvn, av-j j-jn p-acp r-crq vbz n1 cc n1, cc av-j j-jn p-acp dt js n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6041 but if you do, it is ten to one, but as your hands sent many to bed, without bread for themselves and their children to eat, to sleep, without a bed to lye upon, to work, without a tool to work with; but if you do, it is ten to one, but as your hands sent many to Bed, without bred for themselves and their children to eat, to sleep, without a Bed to lie upon, to work, without a tool to work with; cc-acp cs pn22 vdb, pn31 vbz crd p-acp crd, cc-acp c-acp po22 n2 vvd d p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp px32 cc po32 n2 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6042 so God will find hands, shall requite it into your bosom: so God will find hands, shall requite it into your bosom: av np1 vmb vvi n2, vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6043 Or if you should contribute to make the wives of your brethren widows, and their children, fatherless, Or if you should contribute to make the wives of your brothers Widows, and their children, fatherless, cc cs pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 n2, cc po32 n2, j, (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6044 and vagabonds, in a good sense to seek bread out of desolate places; and vagabonds, in a good sense to seek bred out of desolate places; cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f j n2; (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6045 God ere long will stand over your houses, and say, Let these mens children be fatherless, and their wives widows: God ere long will stand over your houses, and say, Let these men's children be fatherless, and their wives Widows: np1 c-acp av-j vmb vvi a-acp po22 n2, cc vvi, vvb d ng2 n2 vbb j, cc po32 n2 n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6046 let their children be continual vagabonds in the earth, and beg, and let them seek their bread out of their desolate places: let their children be continual vagabonds in the earth, and beg, and let them seek their bred out of their desolate places: vvb po32 n2 vbb j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi, cc vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1 av pp-f po32 j n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6048 let there be none to extend mercy unto them, neither let there be any to favour their fatherless children: let there be none to extend mercy unto them, neither let there be any to favour their fatherless children: vvb a-acp vbb pix pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, av-dx vvb pc-acp vbi d pc-acp vvi po32 j n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6049 Let the iniquity of their fathers be remembred with the Lord. It was the curse, Psal. 109.9. Let the iniquity of their Father's be remembered with the Lord. It was the curse, Psalm 109.9. vvb dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1. pn31 vbds dt n1, np1 crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6050 And for what cause? they were adversaries without a cause to David, while he gave himself unto prayer, ver. 4. They rewarded him evil for good, and hatred for his love. And for what cause? they were Adversaries without a cause to David, while he gave himself unto prayer, ver. 4. They rewarded him evil for good, and hatred for his love. cc p-acp r-crq n1? pns32 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, cs pns31 vvd px31 p-acp n1, fw-la. crd pns32 vvd pno31 j-jn p-acp j, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6051 Oh! my heart akes to think what judgments many in these days have laid up for themselves, and their wives and children: Oh! my heart akes to think what Judgments many in these days have laid up for themselves, and their wives and children: uh po11 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 d p-acp d n2 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp px32, cc po32 n2 cc n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6052 they have shewed no mercy, they, or some of theirs will find judgment without mercy: God hateth cruelty, and the sons of violence his foul abhorreth. they have showed no mercy, they, or Some of theirs will find judgement without mercy: God hates cruelty, and the Sons of violence his foul abhorreth. pns32 vhb vvn dx n1, pns32, cc d pp-f png32 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1: np1 vvz n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 po31 j vvz. (27) sermon (DIV3) 595 Page 309
6053 Ʋse 2. This observation calleth aloud to you for the exercises of charity and mercy. They are virtues, or graces, the exercises of which, God will not only certainly reward; Ʋse 2. This observation calls aloud to you for the exercises of charity and mercy. They Are Virtues, or graces, the exercises of which, God will not only Certainly reward; j crd d n1 vvz av p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. pns32 vbr n2, cc n2, dt n2 pp-f r-crq, np1 vmb xx av-j av-j vvi; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 309
6054 but he maketh haste to their reward, he ordinarily lets not their reward sleep. but he makes haste to their reward, he ordinarily lets not their reward sleep. cc-acp pns31 vvz n1 p-acp po32 n1, pns31 av-j vvz xx po32 n1 vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 309
6055 As it is said of some sinners, Their damnation sleepeth not: so as to some exercise of grace and vertue, it is such a sweet savour in the nostrils of God, that their recompence shall not sleep till the resurrection. As it is said of Some Sinners, Their damnation Sleepeth not: so as to Some exercise of grace and virtue, it is such a sweet savour in the nostrils of God, that their recompense shall not sleep till the resurrection. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn pp-f d n2, po32 n1 vvz xx: av c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vbz d dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cst po32 n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 309
6056 Let me not hear a mouth opened amongst my brethren, nor see a purse-string tyed against an act of charity and mercy, it grateth upon my ears. Let me not hear a Mouth opened among my brothers, nor see a purse-string tied against an act of charity and mercy, it grateth upon my ears. vvb pno11 xx vvi dt n1 vvd p-acp po11 n2, ccx vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pn31 vvz p-acp po11 n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6057 Sirs, give me leave to tell you, that God never came more on borrowing, than he doth in this age. Sirs, give me leave to tell you, that God never Come more on borrowing, than he does in this age. np1, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, cst np1 av-x vvd av-dc p-acp vvg, cs pns31 vdz p-acp d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6058 Troops of Robbers have robbed God: Troops of Robbers have robbed God: n2 pp-f n2 vhb vvn np1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6059 they have robbed his Servants, and God accounteth what is done to them, as done to himself. they have robbed his Servants, and God accounteth what is done to them, as done to himself. pns32 vhb vvn po31 n2, cc np1 vvz r-crq vbz vdn p-acp pno32, c-acp vdn p-acp px31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6060 Anon it may be, before these are gone, another comes, and tells you, that such a Town is burnt down to the ground, many hundred. Anon it may be, before these Are gone, Another comes, and tells you, that such a Town is burned down to the ground, many hundred. av pn31 vmb vbi, c-acp d vbr vvn, j-jn vvz, cc vvz pn22, cst d dt n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, d crd. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6061 Families undone, God sends to you for some help for them. Families undone, God sends to you for Some help for them. ng1 vvn, np1 vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno32. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6062 Anon another comes to tell you, God hath sent to borrow a little of you for such a poor servant of his, who hath not spent his estate in Luxury, but God hath blasted him. Anon Another comes to tell you, God hath sent to borrow a little of you for such a poor servant of his, who hath not spent his estate in Luxury, but God hath blasted him. av j-jn vvz pc-acp vvi pn22, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt j pp-f pn22 p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f png31, r-crq vhz xx vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6063 Possibly God sends another to you, to lend him a little for another, that is under the Physitians hand, Possibly God sends Another to you, to lend him a little for Another, that is under the Physicians hand, av-j np1 vvz j-jn p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt j p-acp j-jn, cst vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6064 or under the Surgeons hand, and hath spent all his or her estate. O lend it: or under the Surgeons hand, and hath spent all his or her estate. O lend it: cc p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vhz vvn d po31 cc po31 n1. sy vvb pn31: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6065 He that gives to the poor, lends to the Lord, and he will repay. He that gives to the poor, lends to the Lord, and he will repay. pns31 cst vvz p-acp dt j, vvz p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6066 Say not (as many of you do) when such come to borrow of you, Say not (as many of you do) when such come to borrow of you, vvb xx (c-acp d pp-f pn22 vdb) c-crq d vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6067 as you have no mind to lend any too, Truly I have no money, I can spare from my necessary occasions: as you have no mind to lend any too, Truly I have no money, I can spare from my necessary occasions: c-acp pn22 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d av, av-j pns11 vhb dx n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po11 j n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6068 When the truth is, thou hast no money thou art willing to lend such a person God sends on borrowing to thee. When the truth is, thou hast no money thou art willing to lend such a person God sends on borrowing to thee. c-crq dt n1 vbz, pns21 vh2 dx n1 pns21 vb2r j pc-acp vvi d dt n1 np1 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp pno21. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6069 He that hath given thee all that thou hast, hath sent to thee, to lend him a few shillings, a few pence, he hath sent us his Ministers upon his errand, He that hath given thee all that thou hast, hath sent to thee, to lend him a few shillings, a few pence, he hath sent us his Ministers upon his errand, pns31 cst vhz vvn pno21 d cst pns21 vh2, vhz vvn p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno31 dt d n2, dt d n2, pns31 vhz vvn pno12 po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6070 or some poor servant of his; or Some poor servant of his; cc d j n1 pp-f png31; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6071 but he hath sent us with a ticket under his hand, which thou knowest, thou ownest his written word, his holy Scriptures: but he hath sent us with a ticket under his hand, which thou Knowest, thou ownest his written word, his holy Scriptures: cc-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq pns21 vv2, pns21 vv2 po31 j-vvn n1, po31 j n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6072 Say not thou hast no money, if it be true indeed, it is a good excuse; Say not thou hast no money, if it be true indeed, it is a good excuse; vvb xx pns21 vh2 dx n1, cs pn31 vbb j av, pn31 vbz dt j n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6073 or none that thou canst spare from thy necessary occasions; if that be true too, it is a good excuse: or none that thou Canst spare from thy necessary occasions; if that be true too, it is a good excuse: cc pi cst pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp po21 j n2; cs d vbb j av, pn31 vbz dt j n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6074 but take heed it be true (remember the case of Ananias and Saphira). What mean the bleating of the sheep, but take heed it be true (Remember the case of Ananias and Sapphira). What mean the bleating of the sheep, cc-acp vvb n1 pn31 vbi j (vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1). q-crq j dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6075 and the lowing of the oxen? What mean thy garments of silk, thy costly laces, thy feasting, thy faring deliciously every day? I do not blame these things, where there are estates to bear them out; and the lowing of the oxen? What mean thy garments of silk, thy costly laces, thy feasting, thy faring deliciously every day? I do not blame these things, where there Are estates to bear them out; cc dt vvg pp-f dt n2? q-crq vvb po21 n2 pp-f n1, po21 j n2, po21 n-vvg, po21 j-vvg av-j d n1? pns11 vdb xx vvi d n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 av; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6076 soft rayment may be worn in Princes houses: soft raiment may be worn in Princes houses: j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ng1 n2: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6077 but then, say not thou hast no money, no money for to buy a cap to keep thy brother from the cold, but then, say not thou hast no money, no money for to buy a cap to keep thy brother from the cold, cc-acp av, vvb xx pns21 vh2 dx n1, dx n1 c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6078 and yet money to buy a costly periwig? no money to help thy brother to buy so much bread, and yet money to buy a costly periwig? no money to help thy brother to buy so much bred, cc av n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1? dx n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 310
6079 as to keep him from starving? and yet hast thou money to furnish thy table with varieties and dainties? hast thou no money to help a poor Christian to buy cloathes to cover his nakedness? and yet hast thou money to lavish out to cloath thy self and family with silks and fine linnen? hast thou no money to lend to thy Lord, to relieve one of his prisoners? to buy them a bed to lye on, to recover them a seat to sit down upon? and yet canst thou find enough to buy thy self a cupboard of plate, as to keep him from starving? and yet hast thou money to furnish thy table with varieties and dainties? hast thou no money to help a poor Christian to buy clothes to cover his nakedness? and yet hast thou money to lavish out to cloth thy self and family with silks and fine linen? hast thou no money to lend to thy Lord, to relieve one of his Prisoners? to buy them a Bed to lie on, to recover them a seat to fit down upon? and yet Canst thou find enough to buy thy self a cupboard of plate, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg? cc av vh2 pns21 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2-j? vh2 pns21 dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt j np1 pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? cc av vh2 pns21 n1 p-acp j av p-acp n1 po21 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc j n1? vh2 pns21 dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po21 n1, pc-acp vvi crd pp-f po31 n2? pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp? cc av vm2 pns21 vvi av-d pc-acp vvi po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6080 or the most costly housholdstuff? O take heed that God judgeth not, that thou hast no heart, thou canst not trust that God thou so much talkest of, or the most costly Household stuff? O take heed that God Judgeth not, that thou hast no heart, thou Canst not trust that God thou so much talkest of, cc dt av-ds j n1? sy vvb n1 cst np1 vvz xx, cst pns21 vh2 dx n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi cst np1 pns21 av av-d vv2 pp-f, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6081 and art no more than a prating Christian. and art no more than a prating Christian. cc n1 av-dx av-dc cs dt j-vvg njp. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6082 But, my brethren, remember, that acts of mercy and charity, are such as God ordinarily retaliateth in this life; But, my brothers, Remember, that acts of mercy and charity, Are such as God ordinarily retaliateth in this life; p-acp, po11 n2, vvb, cst n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr d c-acp np1 av-jn vvz p-acp d n1; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6083 it is seldom that God putteth men to trust him to another world for rewards in these things. it is seldom that God putteth men to trust him to Another world for rewards in these things. pn31 vbz av cst np1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp n2 p-acp d n2. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6084 It is a time to speak, and I must speak in this case. It is a time to speak, and I must speak in this case. pn31 vbz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6085 It is reported of holy Mr. Bradford, that in an hard time he sold his Chains, Rings, and Jewels to relieve those in want. It is reported of holy Mr. Bradford, that in an hard time he sold his Chains, Rings, and Jewels to relieve those in want. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f j n1 np1, cst p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd po31 n2, n2, cc n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6086 It is reported of Basil, that in a famine once he sold all the lands and goods he had to relieve the poor. It is reported of Basil, that in a famine once he sold all the Lands and goods he had to relieve the poor. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd d dt n2 cc n2-j pns31 vhd pc-acp vvi dt j. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6087 I shall add no more, but conclude my discourse as that of our Saviour; He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. I shall add no more, but conclude my discourse as that of our Saviour; He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, cc-acp vvb po11 n1 c-acp d pp-f po12 n1; pns31 cst vhz n2 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno31 vvi. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6088 He that believeth what he hath heard this day, and searching the Scripture, finds it true, let him be up and doing accordingly. He that Believeth what he hath herd this day, and searching the Scripture, finds it true, let him be up and doing accordingly. pns31 cst vvz r-crq pns31 vhz vvn d n1, cc vvg dt n1, vvz pn31 j, vvb pno31 vbi p-acp cc vdg av-vvg. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6089 But if any man believeth not the word of God, nor us his servants, but hath a mind to make an experiment, But if any man Believeth not the word of God, nor us his Servants, but hath a mind to make an experiment, p-acp cs d n1 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f np1, ccx pno12 po31 n2, cc-acp vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6090 whether Solomon had any warrant from God to tell the world, That he that stoppeth his ear to the cry of the poor, he also shall cry, and not be heard; whither Solomon had any warrant from God to tell the world, That he that stoppeth his ear to the cry of the poor, he also shall cry, and not be herd; cs np1 vhd d n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cst pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, pns31 av vmb vvi, cc xx vbi vvn; (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6091 Let him at his peril try, whether Solomon or he was the wiser man: Let him At his peril try, whither Solomon or he was the Wiser man: vvb pno31 p-acp po31 n1 vvi, cs np1 cc pns31 vbds dt jc n1: (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6092 I know I have spoke to many obedient ears, if there be any other, I so far my self am assured of what I have said, That in these things, Let them do what they please, I and my house shall desire both to obey and fear the Lord. I know I have spoke to many obedient ears, if there be any other, I so Far my self am assured of what I have said, That in these things, Let them do what they please, I and my house shall desire both to obey and Fear the Lord. pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d j n2, cs pc-acp vbb d n-jn, pns11 av av-j po11 n1 vbm vvn pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cst p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 vdi r-crq pns32 vvb, pns11 cc po11 n1 vmb vvi av-d p-acp vvb cc vvi dt n1. (27) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 311
6093 SERMON XXIV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXIV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 596 Page 312
6094 I Am still communicating to you, some Observations which I have made, concerning the motions of Divine Providence, not only for your instruction, I Am still communicating to you, Some Observations which I have made, Concerning the motions of Divine Providence, not only for your instruction, pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp pn22, d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, xx av-j p-acp po22 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 597 Page 312
6095 but to quicken you also to make Observations your selves upon the motion of it, that you may increase in spiritual Wisdom. but to quicken you also to make Observations your selves upon the motion of it, that you may increase in spiritual Wisdom. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn22 av pc-acp vvi n2 po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 597 Page 312
6096 I proceed to a Tenth Observation. I proceed to a Tenth Observation. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 597 Page 312
6097 Observ. 10. That the Providence of God is eminently seen in the preservation and protection of his faithful Ministers; Observation 10. That the Providence of God is eminently seen in the preservation and protection of his faithful Ministers; np1 crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 598 Page 312
6098 and such, both amongst them, and other orders of men, who keeping themselves within the latitude of their duty, have been great adventurers for God in their generations. and such, both among them, and other order of men, who keeping themselves within the latitude of their duty, have been great adventurers for God in their generations. cc d, av-d p-acp pno32, cc j-jn n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vvg px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vhb vbn j n2 p-acp np1 p-acp po32 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 598 Page 312
6099 1. The Providence of God preserveth both man and beast; 1. The Providence of God Preserveth both man and beast; crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n1 cc n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 599 Page 312
6100 it is God that upholdeth our souls in life, and there is no man but in him lives, moves, and hath his being. it is God that upholds our Souls in life, and there is no man but in him lives, moves, and hath his being. pn31 vbz np1 cst vvz po12 n2 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 cc-acp p-acp pno31 n2, vvz, cc vhz po31 vbg. (28) sermon (DIV3) 599 Page 312
6101 2. Nor is there any man that liveth any considerable time in the world, and keepeth any ordinary record of his life; 2. Nor is there any man that lives any considerable time in the world, and Keepeth any ordinary record of his life; crd ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 cst vvz d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d j n1 pp-f po31 n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6102 but will see reason, as to say (with David) O Lord! I am fearfully and wonderfully made; but will see reason, as to say (with David) Oh Lord! I am fearfully and wonderfully made; cc-acp vmb vvi n1, c-acp pc-acp vvi (p-acp np1) uh n1! pns11 vbm av-j cc av-j vvn; (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6103 so also, Lord, I have been fearfully and wonderfully preserved. so also, Lord, I have been fearfully and wonderfully preserved. av av, n1, pns11 vhb vbn av-j cc av-j vvn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6104 But yet (as I have shewed you) there are specialties of Divine Providence: some persons that the Lord seemeth to carry upon eagles wings, and to preserve in a more eminent and special manner; But yet (as I have showed you) there Are specialties of Divine Providence: Some Persons that the Lord seems to carry upon Eagles wings, and to preserve in a more eminent and special manner; p-acp av (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) a-acp vbr n2 pp-f j-jn n1: d n2 cst dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6105 sometimes in a way of miraculous Providence, sometimes in a way of extraordinary Providence, in a way beyond other men. sometime in a Way of miraculous Providence, sometime in a Way of extraordinary Providence, in a Way beyond other men. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6106 Now I have long since hinted you three sorts of men, whom God thus preserveth. 1. Such as are Gods Vicegerents, Magistrates, and Rulers of others. Now I have long since hinted you three sorts of men, whom God thus Preserveth. 1. Such as Are God's Vicegerents, Magistrates, and Rulers of Others. av pns11 vhb av-j a-acp vvn pn22 crd n2 pp-f n2, ro-crq np1 av vvz. crd d c-acp vbr npg1 n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2-jn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 600 Page 312
6107 This I have abundantly shewed you, when I shewed you how eminently the Providence of God is seen, both in discovering, and bringing to light; This I have abundantly showed you, when I showed you how eminently the Providence of God is seen, both in discovering, and bringing to Light; d pns11 vhb av-j vvn pn22, c-crq pns11 vvd pn22 c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn, av-d p-acp vvg, cc vvg pc-acp vvi; (28) sermon (DIV3) 601 Page 313
6108 and also in punishing such sins, as tend to the eminent disturbance of humane Societies. 2. Such as God useth for the Ministers of his Word. and also in punishing such Sins, as tend to the eminent disturbance of humane Societies. 2. Such as God uses for the Ministers of his Word. cc av p-acp vvg d n2, c-acp vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. crd d p-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 601 Page 313
6109 3. Such as make the boldest adventures for God, and in his service, keeping themselves within the latitude of their duty. 3. Such as make the Boldest adventures for God, and in his service, keeping themselves within the latitude of their duty. crd d c-acp vvb dt js n2 p-acp np1, cc p-acp po31 n1, vvg px32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 602 Page 313
6110 I am to justifie now this Observation to you. I am to justify now this Observation to you. pns11 vbm pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp pn22. (28) sermon (DIV3) 602 Page 313
6111 I will open it, and prove it, then shew you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in these extraordinary motions. I will open it, and prove it, then show you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in these extraordinary motions. pns11 vmb vvi pn31, cc vvi pn31, av vvb pn22 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d j n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 602 Page 313
6112 And lastly, I shall make some Applications. First, let me open it to you. And lastly, I shall make Some Applications. First, let me open it to you. cc ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n2. ord, vvb pno11 vvi pn31 p-acp pn22. (28) sermon (DIV3) 602 Page 313
6113 1. It is to be understood of godly, faithful, and painful Ministers, and mostly of such, of whom God hath made, 1. It is to be understood of godly, faithful, and painful Ministers, and mostly of such, of whom God hath made, crd pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f j, j, cc j n2, cc j pp-f d, pp-f ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6114 or doth make, or intend to make an eminent use in his Church. or does make, or intend to make an eminent use in his Church. cc vdz vvi, cc vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6115 As there are no persons more justly a hatred in the house of God, abominable to all men of any sobriety, then leud, or lazy Ministers; As there Are no Persons more justly a hatred in the house of God, abominable to all men of any sobriety, then lewd, or lazy Ministers; c-acp a-acp vbr dx n2 av-dc av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j p-acp d n2 pp-f d n1, av j, cc j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6116 so there is nothing of any special Providence promised to them, and it is more than I have observed, so there is nothing of any special Providence promised to them, and it is more than I have observed, av a-acp vbz pix pp-f d j n1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc pn31 vbz dc cs pns11 vhb vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6117 if God, as to their issues in the concerns of this world, hath not left them to a common share with others; if God, as to their issues in the concerns of this world, hath not left them to a Common share with Others; cs np1, c-acp p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt vvz pp-f d n1, vhz xx vvn pno32 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n2-jn; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6118 and if there hath been any difference made by his Providence, it hath been to their disadvantage; and if there hath been any difference made by his Providence, it hath been to their disadvantage; cc cs pc-acp vhz vbn d n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vhz vbn p-acp po32 n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6119 they are more vile than others, and dishonour God more than others; and God often makes them and their families to smart more than others. they Are more vile than Others, and dishonour God more than Others; and God often makes them and their families to smart more than Others. pns32 vbr av-dc j cs n2-jn, cc n1 np1 av-dc cs n2-jn; cc np1 av vvz pno32 cc po32 n2 pc-acp vvi av-dc cs n2-jn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6120 It is that which God hath said in the case, Them that honour me, I will honour: It is that which God hath said in the case, Them that honour me, I will honour: pn31 vbz d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, pno32 cst vvb pno11, pns11 vmb vvi: (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6121 and they that despise me, shall be lightly esteemed, 1 Sam. 2.30. We have had a great deal of enquiry in the times wherein we live, into the causes of the contempt of the Clergy, Lev. 10.2, 3, 4; one hath guest this thing, another that; and they that despise me, shall be lightly esteemed, 1 Sam. 2.30. We have had a great deal of enquiry in the times wherein we live, into the Causes of the contempt of the Clergy, Lev. 10.2, 3, 4; one hath guest this thing, Another that; cc pns32 cst vvb pno11, vmb vbi av-j vvn, vvn np1 crd. pns12 vhb vhn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, crd, crd; crd vhz vvn d n1, j-jn d; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6122 for my own part, I have been young, and am growing old, I never yet knew a painful able preacher, living an holy and exemplary life, be his perswasion what it would, under a greater contempt than other men: for my own part, I have been young, and am growing old, I never yet knew a painful able preacher, living an holy and exemplary life, be his persuasion what it would, under a greater contempt than other men: p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vhb vbn j, cc vbm vvg j, pns11 av-x av vvd dt j j n1, vvg dt j cc j n1, vbb po31 n1 r-crq pn31 vmd, p-acp dt jc n1 cs j-jn n2: (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6123 there are some Sons of Belial will contemn all that are not as much Atheists as themselves. there Are Some Sons of Belial will contemn all that Are not as much Atheists as themselves. a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi d cst vbr xx p-acp d n2 p-acp px32. (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6124 If Ministers will regard nothing but striking their flesh-hook with three teeth into the Lords pot, to feed themselves; If Ministers will regard nothing but striking their Fleshhook with three teeth into the lords pot, to feed themselves; cs n2 vmb vvi pix cc-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp crd n2 p-acp dt n2 n1, pc-acp vvi px32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6126 and grasp more souls than they can manage, putting out some to pitiful nurses, where they are starved, and grasp more Souls than they can manage, putting out Some to pitiful Nurse's, where they Are starved, cc vvi dc n2 cs pns32 vmb vvi, vvg av d p-acp j n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6127 and affording the other but dry beasts; and affording the other but dry beasts; cc vvg dt j-jn p-acp j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6128 if they will make themselves vile, like Hophni and Phineas; it is no wonder if they be contemned by men of any sobriety. The Psalmist, Psal. 15.4. if they will make themselves vile, like Hophni and Phinehas; it is no wonder if they be contemned by men of any sobriety. The Psalmist, Psalm 15.4. cs pns32 vmb vvi px32 j, av-j np1 cc np1; pn31 vbz dx n1 cs pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n2 pp-f d n1. dt n1, np1 crd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 313
6129 makes it the mark of one that shall dwell in Gods holy hill, in whose eyes a vile person is contemned, makes it the mark of one that shall dwell in God's holy hill, in whose eyes a vile person is contemned, vvz pn31 dt n1 pp-f crd cst vmb vvi p-acp npg1 j n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 dt j n1 vbz vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 314
6130 but he honoureth them that fear the Lord; for others, God secureth their honour eminently. 2. Nor is it to be extended to every godly Minister, and at all times. but he Honoureth them that Fear the Lord; for Others, God secureth their honour eminently. 2. Nor is it to be extended to every godly Minister, and At all times. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 cst vvb dt n1; p-acp n2-jn, np1 vvz po32 n1 av-j. crd ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, cc p-acp d n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 603 Page 314
6131 The best of Ministers have their personal sin, for which God may punish them by the common fate of others; The best of Ministers have their personal since, for which God may Punish them by the Common fate of Others; dt js pp-f n2 vhb po32 j n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn; (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6132 God eminently shewed himself for Moses and Aaron in the case of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram: he made the Earth to open its mouth, God eminently showed himself for Moses and Aaron in the case of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram: he made the Earth to open its Mouth, np1 av-j vvd px31 p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1: pns31 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6133 and to swallow up their opposers; and to swallow up their opposers; cc pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6134 but when they had provoked the Lord at the waters of Meribah, they took their common fate with the rest of the Israelites, and dyed in the wilderness, but when they had provoked the Lord At the waters of Meribah, they took their Common fate with the rest of the Israelites, and died in the Wilderness, cc-acp c-crq pns32 vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pns32 vvd po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2, cc vvd p-acp dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6135 when they had had no more than a prospect of the promised land. when they had had no more than a prospect of the promised land. c-crq pns32 vhd vhn dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6136 Several instances might be given of eminent Prophets of old, and Ministers of the Gospel, that have perished in common judgments: Several instances might be given of eminent prophets of old, and Ministers of the Gospel, that have perished in Common Judgments: j n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f j n2 pp-f j, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cst vhb vvn p-acp j n2: (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6137 more especially when it hath pleased God to pick out some of them for Martyrs, and to make them witnesses with their blood, to seal the Truths they have preached. more especially when it hath pleased God to pick out Some of them for Martyrs, and to make them Witnesses with their blood, to seal the Truths they have preached. av-dc av-j c-crq pn31 vhz vvn np1 pc-acp vvi av d pp-f pno32 p-acp n2, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pns32 vhb vvn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6138 And indeed this special Providence of God hath been most remarkable, in times, when God hath been beginning some great work, which was the case of the Apostles in the first Plantation of the Gospel; And indeed this special Providence of God hath been most remarkable, in times, when God hath been beginning Some great work, which was the case of the Apostles in the First Plantation of the Gospel; cc av d j n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av-ds j, p-acp n2, c-crq np1 vhz vbn vvg d j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6139 and of those eminent servants of God, which since that time he hath made use of in the reformation of the Church, or upholding the interest of pure and true Religion in a time of great Apostacy and defection. and of those eminent Servants of God, which since that time he hath made use of in the Reformation of the Church, or upholding the Interest of pure and true Religion in a time of great Apostasy and defection. cc pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 604 Page 314
6140 3. The special Providence of God hath not been seen uniformly in those cases, but several ways. 3. The special Providence of God hath not been seen uniformly in those cases, but several ways. crd dt j n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx vbn vvn av-j p-acp d n2, cc-acp j n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 605 Page 314
6141 1. Sometimes in providing food for them, and theirs, whereas otherwise they must have starved, or at least been so employed, 1. Sometime in providing food for them, and theirs, whereas otherwise they must have starved, or At least been so employed, crd av p-acp vvg n1 p-acp pno32, cc png32, cs av pns32 vmb vhi vvn, cc p-acp ds vbn av vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 606 Page 314
6142 as they could not have attended the work of God upon their hands. as they could not have attended the work of God upon their hands. c-acp pns32 vmd xx vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 606 Page 314
6143 2. Sometimes in keeping them from such dangers, which have been very near to them, plucking them as brands out of the fire. 2. Sometime in keeping them from such dangers, which have been very near to them, plucking them as brands out of the fire. crd av p-acp vvg pno32 p-acp d n2, r-crq vhb vbn av av-j p-acp pno32, vvg pno32 p-acp n2 av pp-f dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 607 Page 314
6144 3. Sometimes in the delivering of them out of their Enemies hands, rescuing them from the Lyon, 3. Sometime in the delivering of them out of their Enemies hands, rescuing them from the lion, crd av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f pno32 av pp-f po32 n2 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 608 Page 314
6145 when they have been in his paws: when they have been in his paws: c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp po31 n2: (28) sermon (DIV3) 608 Page 314
6146 sometimes one way, sometimes another, accordingly as it hath pleased the infinite wisdom of God to work for them. sometime one Way, sometime Another, accordingly as it hath pleased the infinite Wisdom of God to work for them. av crd n1, av j-jn, av-vvg c-acp pn31 vhz vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (28) sermon (DIV3) 608 Page 314
6147 1. The Providence of God hath been eminently seen in the providing of necessaries for his Ministers. 1. The Providence of God hath been eminently seen in the providing of necessaries for his Ministers. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2-j p-acp po31 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 314
6148 I need not tell you what special Laws God made in the case of his Ministry among the Jews; his Priests and Levites were particularly taken care of: I need not tell you what special Laws God made in the case of his Ministry among the jews; his Priests and Levites were particularly taken care of: pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 r-crq j n2 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt np2; po31 n2 cc np1 vbdr av-j vvn n1 pp-f: (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6149 but this being the setled maintenance for those that were employed about the Tabernacle, and the Temple, but this being the settled maintenance for those that were employed about the Tabernacle, and the Temple, cc-acp d vbg dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d cst vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6150 when the Priests were generally corrupted, and God to uphold a faithful Ministry amongst his people, raised up some extraordinary Prophets, that should faithfully reveal his will unto people, they had little or no advantage, when the Priests were generally corrupted, and God to uphold a faithful Ministry among his people, raised up Some extraordinary prophets, that should faithfully reveal his will unto people, they had little or no advantage, c-crq dt n2 vbdr av-j vvn, cc np1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvd a-acp d j n2, cst vmd av-j vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vhd av-j cc dx n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6151 but the Lord never failed to provide for them. but the Lord never failed to provide for them. cc-acp dt n1 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6152 He provideth a Shunamite, 2 King. 4.10, that provideth a little chamber, a bed, a table, a stool, and a candle-stick for Elisha. He Provideth a Shunamite, 2 King. 4.10, that Provideth a little chamber, a Bed, a table, a stool, and a candlestick for Elisha. pns31 vvz dt np1, crd n1. crd, cst vvz dt j n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, cc dt j c-acp np1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6153 And another widow for Elijah, that had faith enough to believe, that in the time of famine her little meal should not fail from her barrel, nor her oyl from her cruse: And Another widow for Elijah, that had faith enough to believe, that in the time of famine her little meal should not fail from her barrel, nor her oil from her cruse: cc j-jn n1 p-acp np1, cst vhd n1 av-d pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 po31 j n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, ccx po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6154 He commanded the Ravens to feed the same Prophet by the brook Chereth, 1 King. 17.14. & 4.6. He commanded the Ravens to feed the same Prophet by the brook Cheereth, 1 King. 17.14. & 4.6. pns31 vvd dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, crd n1. crd. cc crd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6155 When the brook was dried up, then the Lord commanded the widow to sustain him, vers. 9. The whole time of the Kingdom of Israel, from the time that Jeroboam revolted, When the brook was dried up, then the Lord commanded the widow to sustain him, vers. 9. The Whole time of the Kingdom of Israel, from the time that Jeroboam revolted, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn a-acp, cs dt n1 vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, fw-la. crd dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst np1 vvn, (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6156 until they were carried away captive, was a sad time to faithful Ministers; until they were carried away captive, was a sad time to faithful Ministers; c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av j-jn, vbds dt j n1 p-acp j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6157 for all such stood for the instituted worship of God, in opposition to that at Dan and Bethel; but of all that time, the time of Ahabs reign was the most perillous time: for all such stood for the instituted worship of God, in opposition to that At Dan and Bethel; but of all that time, the time of Ahabs Reign was the most perilous time: p-acp d d vvd p-acp dt vvn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d p-acp uh cc np1; p-acp pp-f d cst n1, dt n1 pp-f vvz n1 vbds dt av-ds j n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6158 but then God had provided an Obadiah, who took an hundred prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, but then God had provided an Obadiah, who took an hundred Prophets, and hid them by fifty in a cave, cc-acp cs np1 vhd vvn dt np1, r-crq vvd dt crd n2, cc vvd pno32 p-acp crd p-acp dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6159 and fed them with bread and water, 1 King. 18.5. Under the Gospel, God also declared his will for the maintenance of his Ministers. and fed them with bred and water, 1 King. 18.5. Under the Gospel, God also declared his will for the maintenance of his Ministers. cc vvd pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1, crd n1. crd. p-acp dt n1, np1 av vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6160 That tythes under the Gospel are due, jure divino, to the Minister, I dare not say; That Tithes under the Gospel Are due, jure divino, to the Minister, I Dare not say; d n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j-jn, fw-la fw-la, p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb xx vvi; (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6161 but that a certain and honourable maintenance is due to them, the Apostle puts beyond all dispute, 1 Cor. 9. And if the government of a nation settleth it by way of tythes, there is no question to be made of the lawfulness, either of giving or taking them: but that a certain and honourable maintenance is due to them, the Apostle puts beyond all dispute, 1 Cor. 9. And if the government of a Nation settleth it by Way of Tithes, there is no question to be made of the lawfulness, either of giving or taking them: cc-acp cst dt j cc j n1 vbz j-jn p-acp pno32, dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd cc cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz pn31 p-acp n1 pp-f n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, av-d pp-f vvg cc vvg pno32: (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6162 but as the best establishments are subject to mens corruptions; so is this. The story of Merline, a French Minister, is a known story; but as the best establishments Are Subject to men's corruptions; so is this. The story of Merlin, a French Minister, is a known story; cc-acp c-acp dt js n2 vbr j-jn p-acp ng2 n2; av vbz d. dt n1 pp-f np1, dt jp vvb, vbz dt j-vvn n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 609 Page 315
6273 But we have more reason to look upward to him, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand, But we have more reason to look upward to him, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand, cc-acp pns12 vhb dc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6163 being forced several days to save his life, by hiding himself in a haymow, God sends an Hen every day, that laid an egg by him, upon which he lived. being forced several days to save his life, by hiding himself in a haymow, God sends an Hen every day, that laid an egg by him, upon which he lived. vbg vvn j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg px31 p-acp dt n1, np1 vvz dt n1 d n1, cst vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 315
6164 The story of Junius I told you, relieved by a Taylor, when he was put to work in the Town-ditch for a livelihood: The story of Junius I told you, relieved by a Taylor, when he was put to work in the Town-ditch for a livelihood: dt n1 pp-f np1 pns11 vvd pn22, vvn p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 315
6165 God raised up a rich Matron to provide for Origen and his family. God raised up a rich Matron to provide for Origen and his family. np1 vvd a-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc po31 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 315
6166 But what need we look back so far for instances, of which all Ecclesiastical story is full; But what need we look back so Far for instances, of which all Ecclesiastical story is full; p-acp q-crq vvb pns12 vvb av av av-j p-acp n2, pp-f r-crq d j n1 vbz j; (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 315
6167 when we have such a plentiful testimony at home. when we have such a plentiful testimony At home. c-crq pns12 vhb d dt j n1 p-acp n1-an. (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 316
6168 There is no order of men, that God in all ages of the Church hath so strangely and (miraculously almost) provided for, There is no order of men, that God in all ages of the Church hath so strangely and (miraculously almost) provided for, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, cst np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 vhz av av-j cc (av-j av) vvn p-acp, (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 316
6169 as to the necessaries of life, as for such who have been faithful and painful labourers in the work of his Gospel; as to the necessaries of life, as for such who have been faithful and painful labourers in the work of his Gospel; c-acp p-acp dt n2-j pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp d r-crq vhb vbn j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 316
6170 they have not been forsaken, their seed have in no scandalous manner begged their bread: but this is but one particular. they have not been forsaken, their seed have in no scandalous manner begged their bred: but this is but one particular. pns32 vhb xx vbn vvn, po32 n1 vhb p-acp dx j n1 vvd po32 n1: cc-acp d vbz cc-acp pi j. (28) sermon (DIV3) 610 Page 316
6171 2. A second head of instances, which I shall give you to prove this specialty of Divine Providence, shall be the preventing Providences of God, warning them some way or other, of evil that hath been towards them, 2. A second head of instances, which I shall give you to prove this specialty of Divine Providence, shall be the preventing Providences of God, warning them Some Way or other, of evil that hath been towards them, crd dt ord n1 pp-f n2, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb vbi dt vvg n2 pp-f np1, vvg pno32 d n1 cc n-jn, pp-f j-jn cst vhz vbn p-acp pno32, (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6172 so as they have been able timely to prevent or escape it. so as they have been able timely to prevent or escape it. av c-acp pns32 vhb vbn j av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6173 Elijah was you know an eminent Prophet of the Lords, and his life was often in danger; Elijah was you know an eminent Prophet of the lords, and his life was often in danger; np1 vbds pn22 vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cc po31 n1 vbds av p-acp n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6174 but God hid him one while at the brook Cherith, 1 King. 17, after he had delivered that unpleasing Prophecy to Ahab; another time, at Beersheba, after he had made such an havock amongst the Priests of Baal, Chap. 18, 19. God gave him warning of his dangers, and prevented Jezebel's designs. but God hid him one while At the brook Cherith, 1 King. 17, After he had Delivered that unpleasing Prophecy to Ahab; Another time, At Beersheba, After he had made such an havoc among the Priests of Baal, Chap. 18, 19. God gave him warning of his dangers, and prevented Jezebel's designs. cc-acp np1 vvd pno31 crd n1 p-acp dt n1 np1, crd n1. crd, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d j n1 p-acp np1; j-jn n1, p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn d dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd np1 vvd pno31 n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc vvd ng1 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6175 A boy overhears Pauls Enemies conspiring his death, and revealeth it, and he is sent away: A boy overhears Paul's Enemies conspiring his death, and Revealeth it, and he is sent away: dt n1 vvz npg1 n2 vvg po31 n1, cc vvz pn31, cc pns31 vbz vvn av: (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6176 at another time he is let down in a basket. Infinite instances might be given you out of other story. At Another time he is let down in a basket. Infinite instances might be given you out of other story. p-acp j-jn n1 pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. j n2 vmd vbi vvn pn22 av pp-f j-jn n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6177 Athanasius amongst the ancients, and Luther amongst more modern Divines, were eminent instances of this nature. Athanasius among the ancients, and Luther among more modern Divines, were eminent instances of this nature. np1 p-acp dt n2-j, cc np1 p-acp av-dc j n2-jn, vbdr j n2 pp-f d n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6178 God indeed (as I told you before) doth not make all his Ministers in times of dangers, such instances of special Providence, God indeed (as I told you before) does not make all his Ministers in times of dangers, such instances of special Providence, np1 av (c-acp pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp) vdz xx vvi d po31 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n2, d n2 pp-f j n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6179 but only such as he hath designed to make great and eminent use of. but only such as he hath designed to make great and eminent use of. cc-acp av-j d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi j cc j n1 pp-f. (28) sermon (DIV3) 611 Page 316
6180 3. I might also give you as large a proof of this special Providence of God, 3. I might also give you as large a proof of this special Providence of God, crd pns11 vmd av vvi pn22 p-acp j dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f np1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6181 for the Ministers of his Gospel, in his deliverance of them out of trouble, when they have been within the paws of the Lyon, and ready to be devoured. for the Ministers of his Gospel, in his deliverance of them out of trouble, when they have been within the paws of the lion, and ready to be devoured. p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f pno32 av pp-f n1, c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6182 And this not always in the same method, nor by the same way and means; And this not always in the same method, nor by the same Way and means; cc d xx av p-acp dt d n1, ccx p-acp dt d n1 cc n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6183 sometimes miraculously, as in the case of Elisha, and Elijah, more than once, striking their Enemies with blindness, causing fire to come down from Heaven, and to destroy their Enemies. sometime miraculously, as in the case of Elisha, and Elijah, more than once, striking their Enemies with blindness, causing fire to come down from Heaven, and to destroy their Enemies. av av-j, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, av-dc cs a-acp, vvg po32 n2 p-acp n1, vvg n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6184 In the case of Daniel, stopping the mouths of the Lyons. In the case of daniel, stopping the mouths of the Lyons. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6185 In the case of Peter, the very night before that Herod was fully intended to have murthered him. In the case of Peter, the very night before that Herod was Fully intended to have murdered him. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n1 p-acp d np1 vbds av-j vvn pc-acp vhi vvn pno31. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 316
6186 In later story we have infinite instances of Gods strange deliverance of faithful Ministers (whom it afterward appeared, God designed to make eminent use of) out of their Enemies hands. In later story we have infinite instances of God's strange deliverance of faithful Ministers (whom it afterwards appeared, God designed to make eminent use of) out of their Enemies hands. p-acp jc n1 pns12 vhb j n2 pp-f npg1 j n1 pp-f j n2 (r-crq pn31 av vvd, np1 vvd pc-acp vvi j n1 pp-f) av pp-f po32 n2 n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6187 I remember in the History of the persecution of the Church of Bohemia, we read of an Edict made by Ferdinand, to apprehend all the Protestant-Ministers; I Remember in the History of the persecution of the Church of Bohemia, we read of an Edict made by Ferdinand, to apprehend all the Protestant-Ministers; pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns12 vvb pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi d dt n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6188 upon which many fled into Moravia, and hid themselves; upon which many fled into Moravia, and hid themselves; p-acp r-crq d vvd p-acp np1, cc vvn px32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6189 three were taken and kept prisoners in a deep dungeon at Prague: but God by his Providence wrought the escape of one of them, whom he made use of to plant, not less than twenty Protestant-Churches afterwards in Poland. But there would be no end, three were taken and kept Prisoners in a deep dungeon At Prague: but God by his Providence wrought the escape of one of them, whom he made use of to plant, not less than twenty Protestant-Churches afterwards in Poland. But there would be no end, crd vbdr vvn cc vvn n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1: p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f crd pp-f pno32, ro-crq pns31 vvd n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi, xx av-dc cs crd n2 av p-acp np1. p-acp a-acp vmd vbi dx n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6190 if I should begin to recite to you all we find in his story of this nature; if I should begin to recite to you all we find in his story of this nature; cs pns11 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d pns12 vvb p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6191 there can be none so meanly acquainted with Scripture or History, but may confirm himself in this observation. there can be none so meanly acquainted with Scripture or History, but may confirm himself in this observation. pc-acp vmb vbi pix av av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc-acp vmb vvi px31 p-acp d n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6192 But I added, That the Providence of God hath been also eminently seen in the preservation of those, who have been great adventurers in the cause of God, within the latitude of their duty. But I added, That the Providence of God hath been also eminently seen in the preservation of those, who have been great adventurers in the cause of God, within the latitude of their duty. p-acp pns11 vvd, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vbn av av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq vhb vbn j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6193 A man may adventure in the cause of God, and miscarry in his adventure, and that in two cases: 1. When he adventures without a call from God. A man may adventure in the cause of God, and miscarry in his adventure, and that in two cases: 1. When he adventures without a call from God. dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc cst p-acp crd n2: crd c-crq pns31 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6194 2. When he governeth not himself in his adventure, by the reasonable rules of prudence. 2. When he Governs not himself in his adventure, by the reasonable rules of prudence. crd c-crq pns31 vvz xx px31 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6195 Peter made an adventure, when he drew out the sword, and cut off the highest Priest's servants ear: Peter made an adventure, when he drew out the sword, and Cut off the highest Priest's Servants ear: np1 vvd dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd av dt n1, cc vvd a-acp dt js ng1 n1 n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6196 But our Saviour bid him put up the sword into its sheath again; But our Saviour bid him put up the sword into its sheath again; p-acp po12 n1 vvb pno31 vvi a-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 av; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6197 for he that draweth the sword (being a private person) shall perish by the sword. for he that draws the sword (being a private person) shall perish by the sword. c-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 (vbg dt j n1) vmb vvi p-acp dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6198 Peter had no call to use the sword in the case: The Magistrate hath a call to use the sword in the execution of just laws. Peter had no call to use the sword in the case: The Magistrate hath a call to use the sword in the execution of just laws. np1 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: dt n1 vhz dt vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6199 The Minister hath a call to use another sword, the sword of the spirit, which is the word of God. The Minister hath a call to use Another sword, the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. dt n1 vhz dt vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6200 Every Christian hath a call to serve and obey Magistrates, in what is just and lawful, Every Christian hath a call to serve and obey Magistrates, in what is just and lawful, np1 njp vhz dt vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, p-acp r-crq vbz j cc j, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6201 and to perform those duties, which in his private capacity he oweth unto God; and to perform those duties, which in his private capacity he owes unto God; cc pc-acp vvi d n2, r-crq p-acp po31 j n1 pns31 vvz p-acp np1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6426 than to will iniquity, and of purer hands than to work iniquity. But the difficulty lyeth here. than to will iniquity, and of Purer hands than to work iniquity. But the difficulty lies Here. cs pc-acp vmb n1, cc pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n1. p-acp dt n1 vvz av. (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6202 to worship God in his family, and to meet often together in the congregation of Gods People, to hear the word, to partake of the Ordinances of God, &c. Now there are times when a godly Magistrate cannot do his duty in punishing of sin, without the adventure of his reputation in a wicked world; to worship God in his family, and to meet often together in the congregation of God's People, to hear the word, to partake of the Ordinances of God, etc. Now there Are times when a godly Magistrate cannot do his duty in punishing of since, without the adventure of his reputation in a wicked world; p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, av av a-acp vbr n2 c-crq dt j n1 vmbx vdi po31 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6203 the adventure of his estate, his life: the adventure of his estate, his life: dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6204 when the Minister of the Gospel cannot do his duty, nor the people theirs, without the like adventures: when the Minister of the Gospel cannot do his duty, nor the people theirs, without the like adventures: c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vdi po31 n1, ccx dt n1 png32, p-acp dt j n2: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6205 but you shall observe this very ordinary in the Providence of God, he strangely watcheth over, but you shall observe this very ordinary in the Providence of God, he strangely watches over, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi d av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-j vvz a-acp, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6206 and protecteth such as have a spirit to make boldest adventures, and as strangely rewardeth such. and Protecteth such as have a Spirit to make Boldest adventures, and as strangely Rewardeth such. cc vvz d c-acp vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi js n2, cc c-acp av-j vvz d. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 317
6207 You see it in the whole story of Scripture, Moses and Aaron were called to go in to Pharaoh, and to demand the dismission of the Israelites; God suffereth not Pharaoh, nor any of his Courtiers (notwithstanding their threats) to do them any hurt. You see it in the Whole story of Scripture, Moses and Aaron were called to go in to Pharaoh, and to demand the dismission of the Israelites; God suffers not Pharaoh, nor any of his Courtiers (notwithstanding their Treats) to do them any hurt. pn22 vvb pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp np1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np1; np1 vvz xx np1, ccx d pp-f po31 n2 (c-acp po32 n2) pc-acp vdi pno32 d n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6208 Caleb and Joshuah adventure to bring up a good report of the land of Canaan, God protecteth them from the mutiny of the people, Caleb and Joshua adventure to bring up a good report of the land of Canaan, God Protecteth them from the mutiny of the people, np1 cc np1 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6209 and they are the only two are suffered to go over into the promised land, Numb. 14.6, 7, 10, 24. Elijah, the three children, and Daniel were great adventurers in the case of God: and they Are the only two Are suffered to go over into the promised land, Numb. 14.6, 7, 10, 24. Elijah, the three children, and daniel were great adventurers in the case of God: cc pns32 vbr dt av-j crd vbr vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-vvn n1, j. crd, crd, crd, crd np1, dt crd n2, cc np1 vbdr j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6210 so was Esther in her going in to the King, to speak for the Jews: so were the Apostles in the first Plantation of the Gospel. so was Esther in her going in to the King, to speak for the jews: so were the Apostles in the First Plantation of the Gospel. av vbds np1 p-acp pno31 vvg p-acp p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np2: av vbdr dt n2 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6211 The Providence of God strangely watched over them, and delivered them, as you read in the story of their Acts. A man cannot be too bold, The Providence of God strangely watched over them, and Delivered them, as you read in the story of their Acts. A man cannot be too bold, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvd p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 dt n1 vmbx vbi av j, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6212 if he keeps within the latitude of his duty. if he keeps within the latitude of his duty. cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6213 Indeed we read of some whom God strangely watched over, in the doing of some actions, that we cannot evince to have been their duty, Indeed we read of Some whom God strangely watched over, in the doing of Some actions, that we cannot evince to have been their duty, np1 pns12 vvb pp-f d r-crq np1 av-j vvd a-acp, p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n2, cst pns12 vmbx vvi pc-acp vhi vbn po32 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6214 as that of Phinehas, Numb. 25.7, 8. in killing the Moabitish-woman, and the Israelite in the act of adultery. as that of Phinehas, Numb. 25.7, 8. in killing the Moabitish-woman, and the Israelite in the act of adultery. c-acp d pp-f np1, j. crd, crd p-acp vvg dt n1, cc dt np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6215 That of Elijah's killing Baals Priests, 1 King. 18; yet God protected them, and rewarded them; That of Elijah's killing Baal's Priests, 1 King. 18; yet God protected them, and rewarded them; cst pp-f npg1 vvg npg1 n2, crd n1. crd; av np1 vvd pno32, cc vvd pno32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6216 there are many things said in the defence of Phinehas and Elijah, to reduce their actions to the ordinary rule of Justice. there Are many things said in the defence of Phinehas and Elijah, to reduce their actions to the ordinary Rule of justice. pc-acp vbr d n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6217 It is certain, that by the Laws of God, the adulterers ought to have dyed, so also the false Prophets; It is certain, that by the Laws of God, the Adulterers ought to have died, so also the false prophets; pn31 vbz j, cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n2 vmd pc-acp vhi vvn, av av dt j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6218 but for the persons that executed the vengeance of God upon them, all that we can say, is this: but for the Persons that executed the vengeance of God upon them, all that we can say, is this: cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, d cst pns12 vmb vvi, vbz d: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6219 Their call was doubtless clear to themselves, their actions were most certainly approved by God: he protects them upon the doing of them, he rewards them for doing of them; Their call was doubtless clear to themselves, their actions were most Certainly approved by God: he protects them upon the doing of them, he rewards them for doing of them; po32 n1 vbds av-j j p-acp px32, po32 n2 vbdr av-ds av-j vvn p-acp np1: pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pno32, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp vdg pp-f pno32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6220 but non fue•unt ordinaria, sed facta quaedam extra usum, & ordinem communem; they were not ordinary actions, but depended upon a special call of God. but non fue•unt Ordinaria, sed facta quaedam extra usum, & ordinem communem; they were not ordinary actions, but depended upon a special call of God. cc-acp fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la; pns32 vbdr xx j n2, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6221 By vertue of such a call too, it doubtless was, that Moses slew the Egyptian, for which St. Stephen justifieth him, Acts 7. But a man cannot be too bold for God, By virtue of such a call too, it doubtless was, that Moses slew the Egyptian, for which Saint Stephen Justifieth him, Acts 7. But a man cannot be too bold for God, p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1 av, pn31 av-j vbds, cst np1 vvd dt jp, p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pno31, n2 crd p-acp dt n1 vmbx vbi av j c-acp np1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6222 if he keeps within the latitude of his certain duty. 2. Provided secondly, He keepeth to reasonable rules of prudence: if he keeps within the latitude of his certain duty. 2. Provided secondly, He Keepeth to reasonable rules of prudence: cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. crd vvn ord, pns31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 612 Page 318
6223 our rule obligeth us to be wise as serpents. But I will not enlarge upon this Theme; our Rule obliges us to be wise as Serpents. But I will not enlarge upon this Theme; po12 n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vbi j c-acp n2. cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 318
6224 for the truth is, the Providence of God strangely watcheth over bold adventurers in his cause and service, who have acted under such circumstances, for the truth is, the Providence of God strangely watches over bold adventurers in his cause and service, who have acted under such Circumstances, p-acp dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp d n2, (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 318
6225 as are hardly reconcileable to what our reason calls Prudence; yet certainly, that will not warrant a rash and imprudent managery of a good cause. as Are hardly reconcilable to what our reason calls Prudence; yet Certainly, that will not warrant a rash and imprudent managery of a good cause. c-acp vbr av j p-acp r-crq po12 n1 vvz n1; av av-j, cst vmb xx vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt j n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 318
6226 I need not give you more instances than I have done, to justifie this Observation in sacred History. I need not give you more instances than I have done, to justify this Observation in sacred History. pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 av-dc n2 cs pns11 vhb vdn, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp j n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 319
6227 Moses and Aaron, Caleb and Joshuah, Elijah and Elisha, Esther, Daniel, the three Children, all the Apostles afford a plentiful proof of this Observation; Moses and Aaron, Caleb and Joshua, Elijah and Elisha, Esther, daniel, the three Children, all the Apostles afford a plentiful proof of this Observation; np1 cc np1, np1 cc np1, np1 cc np1, np1, np1, dt crd n2, d dt n2 vvb dt j n1 pp-f d n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 319
6228 and in other stories the instances are without number. and in other stories the instances Are without number. cc p-acp j-jn n2 dt n2 vbr p-acp n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 319
6229 Luthers whole life was an instance of this, the Archers shot sorely at him, he ventured as high as any in opposition to them; Luthers Whole life was an instance of this, the Archers shot sorely At him, he ventured as high as any in opposition to them; np1 j-jn n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f d, dt n2 vvd av-j p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd p-acp j c-acp d p-acp n1 p-acp pno32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 319
6230 yet his bow abode in his strength, Luther dyed in his bed in peace. yet his bow Abided in his strength, Luther died in his Bed in peace. av po31 n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 613 Page 319
6231 Nor doth this seem an unreasonable motion of Divine Providence, if we either consider how far the honour of God is concerned in the upholding and maintaining his Embassadors, and rewarding his servants; Nor does this seem an unreasonable motion of Divine Providence, if we either Consider how Far the honour of God is concerned in the upholding and maintaining his ambassadors, and rewarding his Servants; ccx vdz d vvi dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cs pns12 d vvi c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt vvg cc vvg po31 n2, cc vvg po31 n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 614 Page 319
6232 or the faithfulness of God in justifying his promises, or the further use that God will make of men in the accomplishment of his designs in the world. or the faithfulness of God in justifying his promises, or the further use that God will make of men in the accomplishment of his designs in the world. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg po31 n2, cc dt jc n1 cst np1 vmb vvi pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 614 Page 319
6233 1. Let us but consider the relation wherein the Ministers of Christ stand to him, they are his Missionaries, be hath sent them; 1. Let us but Consider the Relation wherein the Ministers of christ stand to him, they Are his Missionaries, be hath sent them; crd vvb pno12 p-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb p-acp pno31, pns32 vbr po31 n2, vbb vhz vvn pno32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6234 as the father hath sent him, so he hath sent them; as the father hath sent him, so he hath sent them; p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn pno31, av pns31 vhz vvn pno32; (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6235 nay, they are no ordinary servants, they are the Lords Embassadors, they come in Christs name, and as in Christs stead they intreat men to be reconciled unto God. nay, they Are no ordinary Servants, they Are the lords ambassadors, they come in Christ name, and as in Christ stead they entreat men to be reconciled unto God. uh, pns32 vbr dx j n2, pns32 vbr dt n2 n2, pns32 vvb p-acp npg1 n1, cc c-acp p-acp npg1 n1 pns32 vvb n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6236 It is beneath the honour of a Prince to suffer an Embassador to starve, or any way to perish for want of that protection which he is able to afford him; It is beneath the honour of a Prince to suffer an Ambassador to starve, or any Way to perish for want of that protection which he is able to afford him; pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno31; (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6237 indeed, if any run before they are sent, or instead of Gods work to their own, Gods honour is not concerned in them, indeed, if any run before they Are sent, or instead of God's work to their own, God's honour is not concerned in them, av, cs d vvb c-acp pns32 vbr vvn, cc av pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po32 d, npg1 n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32, (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6238 unless to chastise their presumption, and to take vengeance upon them, as in such a case, no Prince would think himself further concerned: unless to chastise their presumption, and to take vengeance upon them, as in such a case, no Prince would think himself further concerned: cs pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp p-acp d dt n1, dx n1 vmd vvi px31 av-jc vvn: (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6239 but supposing Ministers of the Gospel to be sent by him, and to be ready faithfully to deliver their masters messages (and this we must suppose and believe, but supposing Ministers of the Gospel to be sent by him, and to be ready faithfully to deliver their Masters messages (and this we must suppose and believe, cc-acp vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vbi j av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2 n2 (cc d pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi, (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6240 or disown the Scriptures, which expresly assert this), God is highly concerned in point of honour (having power in his hand, or disown the Scriptures, which expressly assert this), God is highly concerned in point of honour (having power in his hand, cc vvi dt n2, r-crq av-j vvb d), np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (vhg n1 p-acp po31 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6241 and the command of all the hearts of men) to provide for his faithful Ministers, and they shall not want. and the command of all the hearts of men) to provide for his faithful Ministers, and they shall not want. cc dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f n2) pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j n2, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi. (28) sermon (DIV3) 615 Page 319
6242 2. God (secondly) is not only concerned in honour, as a great King and God above all; 2. God (secondly) is not only concerned in honour, as a great King and God above all; crd np1 (ord) vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 cc np1 p-acp d; (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 319
6243 but as a God of truth and faithfulness, that can sooner suffer Heaven and Earth to pass away, but as a God of truth and faithfulness, that can sooner suffer Heaven and Earth to pass away, cc-acp c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vmb av-c vvi n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi av, (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 319
6244 then a word to fail of what he hath spoken: then a word to fail of what he hath spoken: cs dt n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vvn: (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 319
6245 he hath made many promises to his faithful servants in the Ministry, and to those that he hath employed in hazardous employments for him; he hath made many promises to his faithful Servants in the Ministry, and to those that he hath employed in hazardous employments for him; pns31 vhz vvn d n2 p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp pno31; (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 319
6246 he of old promised to satiate the souls of his priests with fatness, Jer. 31.14. He of old appointed no inheritance to the sons of Levi, amongst their brethren, because he was their inheritance, as he had promised them, Deut. 10.9. he hath told them he will cloath them with salvation, Psal. 132.16. he told Jeremiah and Ezekiel he would be with them to deliver them, Jer. 1.7, 8, 18, 19. Ezek. 2.6. he of old promised to satiate the Souls of his Priests with fatness, Jer. 31.14. He of old appointed no inheritance to the Sons of Levi, among their brothers, Because he was their inheritance, as he had promised them, Deuteronomy 10.9. he hath told them he will cloth them with salvation, Psalm 132.16. he told Jeremiah and Ezekielem he would be with them to deliver them, Jer. 1.7, 8, 18, 19. Ezekiel 2.6. pns31 pp-f j vvn p-acp vvb dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 pp-f j vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po32 n2, c-acp pns31 vbds po32 n1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno32, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pns31 vmb n1 pno32 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns31 vvd np1 cc np1 pns31 vmd vbi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6247 He hath told Gospel Ministers, he will be with them to the end of the world, Matth. 28. he hath bidden them take no thought what they should eat, drink, He hath told Gospel Ministers, he will be with them to the end of the world, Matthew 28. he hath bidden them take no Thought what they should eat, drink, pns31 vhz vvn n1 n2, pns31 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd pns31 vhz vvn pno32 vvi dx n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi, vvb, (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6248 or put on, when he sent out the twelve, Matth. 10.9, 10. he bid them to provide, neither gold, nor silver, or put on, when he sent out the twelve, Matthew 10.9, 10. he bid them to provide, neither gold, nor silver, cc vvd a-acp, c-crq pns31 vvd av dt crd, np1 crd, crd pns31 vvd pno32 pc-acp vvi, dx n1, ccx n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6249 nor brass in their purses, nor scrip for their journey, nor two coats, nor shooes, for the workman is worthy of his meat. nor brass in their purses, nor scrip for their journey, nor two coats, nor shoes, for the workman is worthy of his meat. ccx n1 p-acp po32 n2, ccx n1 p-acp po32 n1, ccx crd n2, ccx n2, p-acp dt n1 vbz j pp-f po31 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6250 Now after all this, if God should suffer his Ministers to want bread to sustain their lives, Now After all this, if God should suffer his Ministers to want bred to sustain their lives, av p-acp d d, cs np1 vmd vvi po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6251 or their families, what would men say of the faithfulness of God? or their families, what would men say of the faithfulness of God? cc po32 n2, r-crq vmd n2 vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? (28) sermon (DIV3) 616 Page 320
6252 3. Lastly, Let us but consider God, as having many designs yet to accomplish, a great deal of work yet to be done in the world, to be done by the hands of men, who can imagine God should not eminently protect, 3. Lastly, Let us but Consider God, as having many designs yet to accomplish, a great deal of work yet to be done in the world, to be done by the hands of men, who can imagine God should not eminently Pact, crd ord, vvb pno12 p-acp vvi np1, c-acp vhg d n2 av pc-acp vvi, dt j n1 pp-f n1 av pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vmb vvi np1 vmd xx av-j vvi, (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6253 and provide for those that are, and have been faithful? who would work for that Master, that will not find them bread? What subject would be free to go as an Embassadour for that Prince, that would never protect him in the faithful discharge of his trust, and provide for those that Are, and have been faithful? who would work for that Master, that will not find them bred? What Subject would be free to go as an Ambassador for that Prince, that would never Pact him in the faithful discharge of his trust, cc vvi p-acp d cst vbr, cc vhb vbn j? q-crq vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cst vmb xx vvi pno32 n1? q-crq n-jn vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst vmd av-x vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6255 and much led by our sense and reason, and must not be encouraged to our duty only by rewards, which are the objects of our faith; and much led by our sense and reason, and must not be encouraged to our duty only by rewards, which Are the objects of our faith; cc av-d vvn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, cc vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1 av-j p-acp n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6256 but by sensible rewards, at least to such a proportion as is necessary to uphold us to our work. but by sensible rewards, At least to such a proportion as is necessary to uphold us to our work. cc-acp p-acp j n2, p-acp ds p-acp d dt n1 c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6257 It is therefore not to be wondred at, that God should in a way of special Providence, eminently take care of the Ministers of his Gospel: It is Therefore not to be wondered At, that God should in a Way of special Providence, eminently take care of the Ministers of his Gospel: pn31 vbz av xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cst np1 vmd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, av-j vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6258 he hath call'd them, and sent them to his work, he hath by that call taken them off from that pursuit of the world, by which others procure themselves a livelihood; he hath called them, and sent them to his work, he hath by that call taken them off from that pursuit of the world, by which Others procure themselves a livelihood; pns31 vhz vvn pno32, cc vvd pno32 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vhz p-acp d n1 vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq n2-jn vvi px32 dt n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6259 he hath told them they should live upon his Altar; he hath told us, 1 Cor. 9.7. he hath told them they should live upon his Altar; he hath told us, 1 Cor. 9.7. pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vhz vvn pno12, crd np1 crd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6260 That no man goeth to a warfare at his own charge, none planteth a vineyard, That no man Goes to a warfare At his own charge, none plants a vineyard, cst dx n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pix vvz dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6261 and eateth not the fruit thereof, nor feedeth a flock, and eateth not the milk thereof: and Eateth not the fruit thereof, nor feeds a flock, and Eateth not the milk thereof: cc vvz xx dt n1 av, ccx vvz dt n1, cc vvz xx dt n1 av: (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6262 he seeth them out of obedience and conscience to him, refusing the bread they might have: he sees them out of Obedience and conscience to him, refusing the bred they might have: pns31 vvz pno32 av pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, vvg dt n1 pns32 vmd vhi: (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6263 men will not provide for them, he will; Ravens shall bring them meat every day, but they shall be fed. men will not provide for them, he will; Ravens shall bring them meat every day, but they shall be fed. n2 vmb xx vvi p-acp pno32, pns31 vmb; n2 vmb vvi pno32 n1 d n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb vbb vvn. (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 320
6264 This is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence. I shall make a short Application of this discourse. This is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence. I shall make a short Application of this discourse. d vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 617 Page 321
6265 Ʋse 1. This in the first place lets you see the fountain of that bounty, which the many painful and faithful servants of Christ have experienced in all times, Ʋse 1. This in the First place lets you see the fountain of that bounty, which the many painful and faithful Servants of christ have experienced in all times, j crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvz pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq dt d j cc j n2 pp-f np1 vhb vvn p-acp d n2, (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6266 and even in the days wherein we live. It hath pleased God in all times to raise up friends to his faithful Ministers. and even in the days wherein we live. It hath pleased God in all times to raise up Friends to his faithful Ministers. cc av p-acp dt n2 c-crq pns12 vvb. pn31 vhz vvn np1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp n2 p-acp po31 j n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6267 I remember when Abigail came to meet David, coming against her husband, and had stopt his journey, David saith unto her, 1 Sam. 25.32. Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee to meet me this day: I Remember when Abigail Come to meet David, coming against her husband, and had stopped his journey, David Says unto her, 1 Sam. 25.32. Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, which sent thee to meet me this day: pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc vhd vvn po31 n1, np1 vvz p-acp pno31, crd np1 crd. vvn vbb dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd pno21 pc-acp vvi pno11 d n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6268 and blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou, &c. First, he blesseth God, then he blesseth her; the faithful servants of God, and blessed be thy Advice, and blessed be thou, etc. First, he Blesses God, then he Blesses her; the faithful Servants of God, cc vvn vbb po21 n1, cc vvn vbb pns21, av ord, pns31 vvz np1, av pns31 vvz pno31; dt j n2 pp-f np1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6269 yea the Churches of God, who by this means enjoy any thing of the labours of their shepherds, have reason to bless those whom God hath made his instruments to support those upon whom others had no pity. yea the Churches of God, who by this means enjoy any thing of the labours of their shepherd's, have reason to bless those whom God hath made his Instruments to support those upon whom Others had no pity. uh dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp d n2 vvi d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, vhb n1 pc-acp vvi d r-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp ro-crq n2-jn vhn dx n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6270 Yea verily, and what our Saviour said of the woman that spent her box of Oyntment upon him, I think I may apply here, Wherever the Gospel is preached, what they have done shall be told for a memorial of them. Yea verily, and what our Saviour said of the woman that spent her box of Ointment upon him, I think I may apply Here, Wherever the Gospel is preached, what they have done shall be told for a memorial of them. uh av-j, cc q-crq po12 n1 vvd pp-f dt n1 cst vvd po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pns11 vvb pns11 vmb vvi av, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, r-crq pns32 vhb vdn vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6271 If a cup of cold-water for a thirsty Prophet shall obtain a Prophets reward, the greater kindnesses of many shall certainly be rewarded; If a cup of cold-water for a thirsty Prophet shall obtain a prophets reward, the greater Kindnesses of many shall Certainly be rewarded; cs dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1, dt jc n2 pp-f d vmb av-j vbi vvn; (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6272 they have but put a little money into the bank which God keeps in Heaven. they have but put a little money into the bank which God keeps in Heaven. pns32 vhb p-acp vvn dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6274 and openeth them as he pleaseth. God hath in it shewed his special Providence for his faithful Ministers; and Openeth them as he Pleases. God hath in it showed his special Providence for his faithful Ministers; cc vvz pno32 c-acp pns31 vvz. np1 vhz p-acp pn31 vvd po31 j n1 p-acp po31 j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6275 let us therefore say, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who hath stirred them up. let us Therefore say, Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, who hath stirred them up. vvb pno12 av vvi, vvn vbb dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno32 a-acp. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6276 It was the grace of God bestowed upon the Churches in Macedonia, which taught them in a great tryal of affliction, It was the grace of God bestowed upon the Churches in Macedonia, which taught them in a great trial of affliction, pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp np1, r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6277 and deep poverty, to abound in riches of liberality, and willingly of themselves to give to their power, yea and above their power. and deep poverty, to abound in riches of liberality, and willingly of themselves to give to their power, yea and above their power. cc j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc av-j pp-f px32 p-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1, uh cc p-acp po32 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6278 Let it be written to posterity, for a memorial of the people in England, that for so many years together, in the midst of a devouring pestilence, many consuming fires, expensive wars, Let it be written to posterity, for a memorial of the people in England, that for so many Years together, in the midst of a devouring pestilence, many consuming fires, expensive wars, vvb pn31 vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cst p-acp av d n2 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, d j-vvg n2, j n2, (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6279 and a deadness of trade, they have refreshed the bowels of so many hundreds (if not thousands) of Gods messengers; and a deadness of trade, they have refreshed the bowels of so many hundreds (if not thousands) of God's messengers; cc dt n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vvn dt n2 pp-f av d crd (cs xx crd) pp-f npg1 n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6280 but let God have all the glory, who hath given the heart, though their hands distributed the money. but let God have all the glory, who hath given the heart, though their hands distributed the money. cc-acp vvb np1 vhb d dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1, cs po32 n2 vvn dt n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 618 Page 321
6281 Ʋse 2. In the second place, Let me cry out, O house of Aaron, trust in the Lord: Ʋse 2. In the second place, Let me cry out, Oh house of Aaron, trust in the Lord: j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi av, uh n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 321
6282 O house of Levi, trust in the Lord: Oh house of Levi, trust in the Lord: uh n1 pp-f np1, vvb p-acp dt n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 321
6283 Trust in the Lord, and do good (saith David ) so shalt thou dwell in the land, Trust in the Lord, and do good (Says David) so shalt thou dwell in the land, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vdb j (vvz np1) av vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6284 and verily thou shalt be fed, Psal. 37.3. and verily thou shalt be fed, Psalm 37.3. cc av-j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, np1 crd. (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6285 Let us be faithful to our masters service, and do the work which he hath given us to do, Let us be faithful to our Masters service, and do the work which he hath given us to do, vvb pno12 vbi j p-acp po12 ng1 n1, cc vdb dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi, (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6286 and verily we shall be fed. I cannot say God will provide Coaches, and delicate things for us; and verily we shall be fed. I cannot say God will provide Coaches, and delicate things for us; cc av-j pns12 vmb vbi vvn. pns11 vmbx vvi np1 vmb vvi n2, cc j n2 p-acp pno12; (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6287 but necessaries we shall not want. but necessaries we shall not want. cc-acp n2-j pns12 vmb xx vvi. (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6288 Herein let us exercise our selves to keep a conscience void of offence, both towards God, and towards men; Herein let us exercise our selves to keep a conscience void of offence, both towards God, and towards men; av vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f n1, av-d p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6289 and as to other things, we may trust a Providebit Deus, God will provide for us and ours. and as to other things, we may trust a Providebit Deus, God will provide for us and ours. cc c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, pns12 vmb vvi dt fw-la fw-la, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cc png12. (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6290 The experience of these times, if wistly attended to, certainly is enough to keep any from being tempted through fear of want, to debauch their consciences, by doing any thing which is apparently sinful, The experience of these times, if wistly attended to, Certainly is enough to keep any from being tempted through Fear of want, to debauch their Consciences, by doing any thing which is apparently sinful, dt n1 pp-f d n2, cs av vvn p-acp, av-j vbz d pc-acp vvi d p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, p-acp vdg d n1 r-crq vbz av-j j, (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6291 or but so judged and suspected by them. or but so judged and suspected by them. cc p-acp av vvn cc vvn p-acp pno32. (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6292 We see some fed with great provisions, faring deliciously every day, whiles others (like Daniel and his partners) have been fed with little more than pulse and water; and at the end of some years it appeareth, they look fairer, We see Some fed with great provisions, faring deliciously every day, while Others (like daniel and his partners) have been fed with little more than pulse and water; and At the end of Some Years it appears, they look Fairer, pns12 vvb d vvn p-acp j n2, vvg av-j d n1, cs n2-jn (av-j np1 cc po31 n2) vhb vbn vvn p-acp j av-dc cs n1 cc n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pn31 vvz, pns32 vvb jc, (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6293 as to worldly circumstances, than those who have had far better commons. as to worldly Circumstances, than those who have had Far better commons. c-acp p-acp j n2, cs d r-crq vhb vhn av-j jc n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 619 Page 322
6294 Ʋse 3. Lastly, This observation commendeth confidence and courage to all in the Lords work, in opposition to fear and cowardise. Ʋse 3. Lastly, This observation commends confidence and courage to all in the lords work, in opposition to Fear and cowardice. j crd ord, d n1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n2 vvb, p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi cc n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6484 But there is nothing in the nature of sin, but is quite opposite to the glory of God; But there is nothing in the nature of since, but is quite opposite to the glory of God; p-acp pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vbz av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6295 I would not be mistaken, be sure in the first place you be in Gods work, that which by his word appeareth to be the duty of one in thy circumstances: I would not be mistaken, be sure in the First place you be in God's work, that which by his word appears to be the duty of one in thy Circumstances: pns11 vmd xx vbi vvn, vbb j p-acp dt ord n1 pn22 vbb p-acp ng1 n1, cst r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f crd p-acp po21 n2: (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6296 nothing but the conscience of having been surprised in the way of our duty, will bear us up under sufferings; nothing but the conscience of having been surprised in the Way of our duty, will bear us up under sufferings; pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f vhg vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vmb vvi pno12 a-acp p-acp n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6297 be therefore in that point well satisfied: having done that, observe those rules of Prudence which reason directs thee in such cases: this done, fear nothing. be Therefore in that point well satisfied: having done that, observe those rules of Prudence which reason directs thee in such cases: this done, Fear nothing. vbb av p-acp d n1 av vvn: vhg vdn d, vvb d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq n1 vvz pno21 p-acp d n2: d vdn, vvb pix. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6298 Remember the Providence of God most eminently watcheth over the boldest adventurers in the way of their duty. remember the Providence of God most eminently watches over the Boldest adventurers in the Way of their duty. np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 av-ds av-j vvz p-acp dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6299 They are the words of our blessed Lord, Mar. 8.35. Whosoever will save his life, shall lose it: They Are the words of our blessed Lord, Mar. 8.35. Whosoever will save his life, shall loose it: pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1, np1 crd. c-crq vmb vvi po31 n1, vmb vvi pn31: (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6300 but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake, and the Gospel, shall save it. but whosoever shall loose his life for my sake, and the Gospel, shall save it. cc-acp r-crq vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po11 n1, cc dt n1, vmb vvi pn31. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6301 They observe in war, that the soldier that turns his back, and flyes, is in much more danger, They observe in war, that the soldier that turns his back, and flies, is in much more danger, pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cst dt n1 cst vvz po31 n1, cc vvz, vbz p-acp av-d dc n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6302 than he who stands to it; and that nothing makes a conqueror, so much as resolution, and bold adventuring: than he who Stands to it; and that nothing makes a conqueror, so much as resolution, and bold adventuring: cs pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp pn31; cc cst pix vvz dt n1, av av-d c-acp n1, cc j n-vvg: (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6303 it is so in our spiritual fight with the world; be then of good courage in it, and quit your selves like men; it is so in our spiritual fight with the world; be then of good courage in it, and quit your selves like men; pn31 vbz av p-acp po12 j n1 p-acp dt n1; vbb av pp-f j n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvb po22 n2 av-j n2; (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6304 remember God is with you, and if so, there's more with you, than can be against you. Remember God is with you, and if so, there's more with you, than can be against you. vvb np1 vbz p-acp pn22, cc cs av, pc-acp|vbz av-dc p-acp pn22, cs vmb vbi p-acp pn22. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6305 God indeed in our combats with the world, doth not always keep us shot-free, and bring us off without a scratch; God indeed in our combats with the world, does not always keep us shot-free, and bring us off without a scratch; np1 av p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, vdz xx av vvi pno12 j, cc vvb pno12 a-acp p-acp dt n1; (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 322
6306 but those whom he doth bring off, are ordinarily those who are most valiant and adventurous: but those whom he does bring off, Are ordinarily those who Are most valiant and adventurous: cc-acp d r-crq pns31 vdz vvi a-acp, vbr av-j d r-crq vbr av-ds j cc j: (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6307 however, it is better to fall valiantly, than cowardly; however, it is better to fallen valiantly, than cowardly; c-acp, pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi av-j, cs j; (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6308 and our Lord hath told us, That if a man will save his life, he shall lose it; and our Lord hath told us, That if a man will save his life, he shall loose it; cc po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12, cst cs dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi pn31; (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6309 if he hath such a mind to sleep in a whole skin, that he will neglect his duty, if he hath such a mind to sleep in a Whole skin, that he will neglect his duty, cs pns31 vhz d dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6310 and do that which his heart condemneth him for doing, he shall lose what he hoped to save by it, be it life, reputation, estate, &c. It speaketh great unbelief, and do that which his heart Condemneth him for doing, he shall loose what he hoped to save by it, be it life, reputation, estate, etc. It speaks great unbelief, cc vdb d r-crq po31 n1 vvz pno31 p-acp vdg, pns31 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, vbb pn31 n1, n1, n1, av pn31 vvz j n1, (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6311 and distrust in God, to be cowards in plain and certain duties. and distrust in God, to be cowards in plain and certain duties. cc vvi p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp j cc j n2. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6312 Be prudent, but take heed of forbearing necessary duty out of prudence, or being faint in the performance of it. That can be no prudence: Be prudent, but take heed of forbearing necessary duty out of prudence, or being faint in the performance of it. That can be no prudence: vbb j, cc-acp vvb n1 pp-f vvg j n1 av pp-f n1, cc vbg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. cst vmb vbi dx n1: (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6313 If a man fainteth in the day of adversity, Solomon saith, that his strength is but small, his faith is but small, If a man fainteth in the day of adversity, Solomon Says, that his strength is but small, his faith is but small, cs dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vvz, cst po31 n1 vbz p-acp j, po31 n1 vbz p-acp j, (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6314 and his observation of Gods Providence in such cases hath been very small too. But I shall add no more upon this Argument. and his observation of God's Providence in such cases hath been very small too. But I shall add no more upon this Argument. cc po31 n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n2 vhz vbn av j av. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1. (28) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6315 SERMON XXV. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 620 Page 323
6316 I Have done with the Tenth thing in the motions of Divine Providence, which I commended to your observation. I proceed now to another. I Have done with the Tenth thing in the motions of Divine Providence, which I commended to your observation. I proceed now to Another. pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n1. pns11 vvb av p-acp j-jn. (29) sermon (DIV3) 621 Page 323
6317 Observ. 11. The Providence of God maketh a very frequent and remarkable use of the sins of people, Observation 11. The Providence of God makes a very frequent and remarkable use of the Sins of people, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt j j cc j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 323
6318 though it be always spotless in making such use of mens sins. though it be always spotless in making such use of men's Sins. cs pn31 vbb av j p-acp vvg d n1 pp-f ng2 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 323
6319 That the Providence of God in bringing about the eternal purposes and counsels of God, doth very ordinarily make use of peoples sins, I have in a great measure already proved to you under my seventh Observation, where I shewed you how God accomplished his purposes upon Mount Zion, by persons that meant not so, That the Providence of God in bringing about the Eternal Purposes and Counsels of God, does very ordinarily make use of peoples Sins, I have in a great measure already proved to you under my seventh Observation, where I showed you how God accomplished his Purposes upon Mount Zion, by Persons that meant not so, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, vdz av av-j vvi n1 pp-f ng1 n2, pns11 vhb p-acp dt j n1 av vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp po11 ord n1, c-crq pns11 vvd pn22 c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp vvb np1, p-acp n2 cst vvd xx av, (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 323
6320 and over-ruled the several lusts of sinners hearts to his own praise, making the wrath of men to praise him. and overruled the several Lustiest of Sinners hearts to his own praise, making the wrath of men to praise him. cc j dt j n2 pp-f n2 n2 p-acp po31 d n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6321 But yet I shall take it again in my way, and the rather, because I will shew you more especially what use God makes of the sins of his own people. But yet I shall take it again in my Way, and the rather, Because I will show you more especially what use God makes of the Sins of his own people. p-acp av pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av p-acp po11 n1, cc dt av-c, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av-dc av-j r-crq n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6322 Then I shall give you a reasonable account of this great work of God. Then I shall give you a reasonable account of this great work of God. cs pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 pp-f d j n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6323 And thirdly, I shall endeavour to shew you, that it is a spotless use which God maketh, And Thirdly, I shall endeavour to show you, that it is a spotless use which God makes, cc ord, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz, (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6324 and open it to you, how it may be so, and our reason may conceive of it well enough. and open it to you, how it may be so, and our reason may conceive of it well enough. cc vvb pn31 p-acp pn22, c-crq pn31 vmb vbi av, cc po12 n1 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 av av-d. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6325 And lastly, I shall make some Application. And lastly, I shall make Some Application. cc ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 622 Page 324
6326 That it is so, is so obvious to those that are meanliest exercised in the Scriptures, that it can hardly be overlooked by any considerate person. That it is so, is so obvious to those that Are meanliest exercised in the Scriptures, that it can hardly be overlooked by any considerate person. cst pn31 vbz av, vbz av j p-acp d cst vbr js vvn p-acp dt n2, cst pn31 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp d j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 623 Page 324
6327 One of the most glorious products of Actual Providence, was the Revelation of the Covenant of Grace and Redemption: One of the most glorious products of Actual Providence, was the Revelation of the Covenant of Grace and Redemption: crd pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f j n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6328 I say the Revelation of it; I say the Revelation of it; pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6329 for the paction, or making of that Covenant, I take that to be eternal, and antecedent to the Creation: for the paction, or making of that Covenant, I take that to be Eternal, and antecedent to the Creation: p-acp dt n1, cc vvg pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb cst pc-acp vbi j, cc n1 p-acp dt n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6330 but as I take it, those who would distinctly understand the Covenant of Grace, must distinguish betwixt the Paction, the Exhibition, and the Revelation of it, but as I take it, those who would distinctly understand the Covenant of Grace, must distinguish betwixt the Paction, the Exhibition, and the Revelation of it, cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb pn31, d r-crq vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6331 and the Application of it to individual souls. and the Application of it to Individu Souls. cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp j-jn n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6332 The Paction was an act of Counsel, an eternal act, a transaction between the Father and the Son; the Son as the head of the elect, standing as a surety for believers, and undertaking something for himself on their behalf; The Paction was an act of Counsel, an Eternal act, a transaction between the Father and the Son; the Son as the head of the elect, standing as a surety for believers, and undertaking something for himself on their behalf; dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp n2, cc vvg pi p-acp px31 p-acp po32 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6333 that in the fulness of time, he would come into the world, assume our natures, that in the fullness of time, he would come into the world, assume our nature's, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, vvb po12 n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6334 and in that nature dye, and give satisfaction to Divine Justice for the sins of the elect: (which some call the Covenant of Redemption ) also undertaking for them, that they in his strength, and in that nature die, and give satisfaction to Divine justice for the Sins of the elect: (which Some call the Covenant of Redemption) also undertaking for them, that they in his strength, cc p-acp d n1 vvi, cc vvb n1 p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn: (r-crq d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1) av vvg p-acp pno32, cst pns32 p-acp po31 n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6567 and the cause and people of God. and the cause and people of God. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6335 and through the assistance of his spirit, should do whatsoever his Father should require personally of them, in order to their obtaining salvation through him. and through the assistance of his Spirit, should do whatsoever his Father should require personally of them, in order to their obtaining salvation through him. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vdi r-crq po31 n1 vmd vvi av-j pp-f pno32, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 vvg n1 p-acp pno31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6336 But now the Exhibition and Revelation of this eternal contrivement to the world, that was the work of Actual Providence, done in time subsequent to the Creation, But now the Exhibition and Revelation of this Eternal contrivement to the world, that was the work of Actual Providence, done in time subsequent to the Creation, p-acp av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbds dt n1 pp-f j n1, vdn p-acp n1 j p-acp dt n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6337 and done gradually, as to the more full and perfect Revelation of it, according to the good pleasure and infinite wisdom of God. and done gradually, as to the more full and perfect Revelation of it, according to the good pleasure and infinite Wisdom of God. cc vdn av-jn, a-acp p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1 pp-f pn31, vvg p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6338 The first Revelation of it was to Adam, after he had fallen, Gen. 3.15. The First Revelation of it was to Adam, After he had fallen, Gen. 3.15. dt ord n1 pp-f pn31 vbds p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn, np1 crd. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6339 And I will put enmity betwixt thee [ that is the serpent ] and the woman, and betwixt thy seed and her seed, it shall bruise thine head, And I will put enmity betwixt thee [ that is the serpent ] and the woman, and betwixt thy seed and her seed, it shall bruise thine head, cc pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp pno21 [ cst vbz dt n1 ] cc dt n1, cc p-acp po21 n1 cc po31 n1, pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6340 and thou shalt bruise its heel. and thou shalt bruise its heel. cc pns21 vm2 vvi po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6341 Now for this, God made use of the first sin that was committed in the world, the fall of Adam: had not Adam fallen, there had been no need of the Revelation of a Covenant of Grace; Now for this, God made use of the First since that was committed in the world, the fallen of Adam: had not Adam fallen, there had been no need of the Revelation of a Covenant of Grace; av p-acp d, np1 vvd n1 pp-f dt ord n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f np1: vhd xx np1 vvn, a-acp vhd vbn dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 324
6342 he, and his posterity had been saved upon the Covenant of Works, he had perfectly done the Will of God, he, and his posterity had been saved upon the Covenant of Works, he had perfectly done the Will of God, pns31, cc po31 n1 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, pns31 vhd av-j vdn dt n1 pp-f np1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6343 and lived, Rom. 9.11, 12. The Apostle tells us, that before Esau or Jacob were born, and lived, Rom. 9.11, 12. The Apostle tells us, that before Esau or Jacob were born, cc vvd, np1 crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno12, cst p-acp np1 cc np1 vbdr vvn, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6344 before they had done good or evil, God loved Jacob, and hated Esau; and it was foretold, That the elder should serve the younger; before they had done good or evil, God loved Jacob, and hated Esau; and it was foretold, That the elder should serve the younger; c-acp pns32 vhd vdn j cc j-jn, np1 vvd np1, cc j-vvn np1; cc pn31 vbds vvn, cst dt n-jn vmd vvi dt jc; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6345 for the law of God and Nature, had made the younger a servant to the elder. for the law of God and Nature, had made the younger a servant to the elder. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc n1, vhd vvn dt jc dt n1 p-acp dt n-jn. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6346 First, Esau sells his birthright for a mess of pottage; First, Esau sells his birthright for a mess of pottage; ord, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6347 then Jacob by the counsel of Rebeccah comes, and tells his Father a lye, and obtaineth the blessing of the first-born: both sinful acts; then Jacob by the counsel of Rebecca comes, and tells his Father a lie, and obtaineth the blessing of the firstborn: both sinful acts; av np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cc vvz po31 n1 dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j: d j n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6348 the first on Esau's part, the second on Jacob's; but Gods Providence makes use of both, to bring about his counsels. the First on Esau's part, the second on Jacob's; but God's Providence makes use of both, to bring about his Counsels. dt ord p-acp npg1 vvb, dt ord p-acp npg1; p-acp npg1 n1 vvz n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6349 There was a promise made to Abraham, that God would multiply his seed, and that they should inherit the land of Canaan: Pharaoh strongly sets himself against it, useth all arts to destroy the seed of Jacob; the King commandeth the midwives to kill all the male children, Exod. 1. they save them alive, the King questioneth them for it, Exod. 1.17, 19. they tell a lye to excuse themselves; There was a promise made to Abraham, that God would multiply his seed, and that they should inherit the land of Canaan: Pharaoh strongly sets himself against it, uses all arts to destroy the seed of Jacob; the King commands the midwives to kill all the male children, Exod 1. they save them alive, the King questioneth them for it, Exod 1.17, 19. they tell a lie to excuse themselves; pc-acp vbds dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1: np1 av-j vvz px31 p-acp pn31, vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; dt n1 vvz dt n2 pc-acp vvi d dt j-jn n2, np1 crd pns32 vvb pno32 j, dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31, np1 crd, crd pns32 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi px32; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6350 God makes use of their lye for the accomplishment of his counsels, and the fulfilling of his promise unto Abraham. Who can excuse Rahab in the lye she told to the Kings messengers, sent to apprehend the spies? It is true, the Apostle saith, she did it by faith, God makes use of their lie for the accomplishment of his Counsels, and the fulfilling of his promise unto Abraham. Who can excuse Rahab in the lie she told to the Kings messengers, sent to apprehend the spies? It is true, the Apostle Says, she did it by faith, n1 vvz n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1. q-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd p-acp dt ng1 n2, vvd pc-acp vvi dt n2? pn31 vbz j, dt n1 vvz, pns31 vdd pn31 p-acp n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6351 and God rewarded her, as he did the Egyptian midwives: and God rewarded her, as he did the Egyptian midwives: cc np1 vvd pno31, c-acp pns31 vdd dt jp n2: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6663 and the Lord was intreated of him; and the Lord was entreated of him; cc dt n1 vbds vvn pp-f pno31; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6352 Rahab did it by faith, believing what at that time she did not see, that God would give that land to the Israelites, and God rewarded her good intention in the general, not her particular sinful act: Rahab did it by faith, believing what At that time she did not see, that God would give that land to the Israelites, and God rewarded her good intention in the general, not her particular sinful act: np1 vdd pn31 p-acp n1, vvg r-crq p-acp d n1 pns31 vdd xx vvi, cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 p-acp dt np2, cc np1 vvd po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, xx po31 j j n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6353 but yet the Providence of God made a great use of her lye, for the design he had in hand. but yet the Providence of God made a great use of her lie, for the Design he had in hand. cc-acp av dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd p-acp n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6354 Who can excuse David in many particular actions which he did? Which yet God made use of in order to the bringing about his counsels and promise concerning David, in settling him upon the Throne of Israel and Judah: The setting up of Solomon upon the Throne of his Father David, was an eminent product of Actual Providence; Who can excuse David in many particular actions which he did? Which yet God made use of in order to the bringing about his Counsels and promise Concerning David, in settling him upon the Throne of Israel and Judah: The setting up of Solomon upon the Throne of his Father David, was an eminent product of Actual Providence; q-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq pns31 vdd? r-crq av np1 vvd n1 pp-f p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg p-acp po31 n2 cc n1 vvg np1, p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1: dt vvg a-acp pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1, vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6355 but Bathsheba you know was his mother, and David in order to the having her for his wife, murthered Ʋriah her husband, but Bathsheba you know was his mother, and David in order to the having her for his wife, murdered Ʋriah her husband, cc-acp np1 pn22 vvb vbds po31 n1, cc np1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt vhg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvn np1 po31 n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6356 yet she was the mother of Solomon. No man can excuse Jeroboam in his revolt from the house of David, he did what he did from a very turbulent and ill spirit, yet she was the mother of Solomon. No man can excuse Jeroboam in his revolt from the house of David, he did what he did from a very turbulent and ill Spirit, av pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1. dx n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vdd r-crq pns31 vdd p-acp dt j j cc j-jn n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6357 and in a very irregular and rebellious manner: but God yet made use of what he had done to fulfil his own counsels, and in a very irregular and rebellious manner: but God yet made use of what he had done to fulfil his own Counsels, cc p-acp dt j j cc j n1: cc-acp np1 av vvd n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd vdn pc-acp vvi po31 d n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 325
6358 and the threatning he had denounced against Solomon. In short, innumerable instances of this nature might be given, and the threatening he had denounced against Solomon. In short, innumerable instances of this nature might be given, cc dt vvg pns31 vhd vvn p-acp np1. p-acp j, j n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi vvn, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6359 and it is an easie thing to observe God doing the same thing every day. and it is an easy thing to observe God doing the same thing every day. cc pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vdg av d n1 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6360 I will instance but in three great products of Actual Providence more, which the Scripture maketh mention of; I will instance but in three great products of Actual Providence more, which the Scripture makes mention of; pns11 vmb n1 cc-acp p-acp crd j n2 pp-f j n1 av-dc, r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6361 and three greater have not been, nor can be. 1. The incarnation of our blessed Lord. and three greater have not been, nor can be. 1. The incarnation of our blessed Lord. cc crd jc vhb xx vbn, ccx vmb vbi. crd dt n1 pp-f po12 j-vvn n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6362 In the genealogy of Christ recorded by Matthew, chap. 1. ver. 3. you read, Judas begat Pharez, and Zarah of Thamar. You have the story Gen. 38.29. Pharez was an incestuous child, which Judah had by his own Daughter-in-law: In the genealogy of christ recorded by Matthew, chap. 1. ver. 3. you read, Judas begat Perez, and Zerah of Tamar. You have the story Gen. 38.29. Perez was an incestuous child, which Judah had by his own Daughter-in-law: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, n1 crd fw-la. crd pn22 vvb, np1 vvd np1, cc np1 pp-f np1. pn22 vhb dt n1 np1 crd. np1 vbds dt j n1, r-crq np1 vhd p-acp po31 d n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6363 he was one of Christs Progenitors; so was Bathsheba, who came with much sin to be David's wife; he was one of Christ Progenitors; so was Bathsheba, who Come with much since to be David's wife; pns31 vbds pi pp-f npg1 n2; av vbds np1, r-crq vvd p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi npg1 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6364 yet God made use, you see, both of the sin of Judas, and the sin of David, for the bringing forth his son into the world. yet God made use, you see, both of the since of Judas, and the since of David, for the bringing forth his son into the world. av np1 vvd n1, pn22 vvb, d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n-vvg av po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6365 Next to his Incarnation, let us consider the sacrifice of Christ for the expectation of our sins, the noblest and greatest act of Providence which was ever brought forth in the world, it was produced by wicked hands. Next to his Incarnation, let us Consider the sacrifice of christ for the expectation of our Sins, the Noblest and greatest act of Providence which was ever brought forth in the world, it was produced by wicked hands. ord p-acp po31 n1, vvb pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, dt js cc js n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vbds av vvn av p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp j n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6366 Judas, Pilate, Herod, the Jews, all have their hand in it. Judas, Pilate, Herod, the jews, all have their hand in it. np1, np1, np1, dt np2, d vhb po32 n1 p-acp pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6367 The Devil put the malice into the heart of Judas; but God had his end in the action, The devil put the malice into the heart of Judas; but God had his end in the actium, dt n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp np1 vhd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6368 and accomplished the great design of his glory. and accomplished the great Design of his glory. cc vvd dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6703 Justice lyes in giving to every one their due; justice lies in giving to every one their endue; n1 vvz p-acp vvg p-acp d crd po32 n-jn; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6369 The sending of the Gospel amongst the Gentiles, was a great product of Providence in the fulfilling of the Lords counsels, and many promises: The sending of the Gospel among the Gentiles, was a great product of Providence in the fulfilling of the lords Counsels, and many promises: dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2-j, vbds dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2 n2, cc d n2: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6370 but it was the fall of the Jews, that proved the riches of the world, but it was the fallen of the jews, that proved the riches of the world, cc-acp pn31 vbds dt vvb pp-f dt np2, cst vvd dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6371 as the Apostle tells us, Rom. 11.11, 12. They did not stumble that they might fall: as the Apostle tells us, Rom. 11.11, 12. They did not Stumble that they might fallen: c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd, crd pns32 vdd xx vvi cst pns32 vmd vvi: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6372 but through their fall salvation came unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousie. but through their fallen salvation Come unto the Gentiles, for to provoke them to jealousy. cc-acp p-acp po32 n1 n1 vvd p-acp dt n2-j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6373 The Apostles upon their going out to preach to the Gentiles, gives this account of it, Forasmuch as you have judged your selves unworthy of eternal life, (that was, by not receiving the Gospel) we turn unto the Gentiles. The Apostles upon their going out to preach to the Gentiles, gives this account of it, Forasmuch as you have judged your selves unworthy of Eternal life, (that was, by not receiving the Gospel) we turn unto the Gentiles. dt n2 p-acp po32 vvg av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2-j, vvz d n1 pp-f pn31, av c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2 j pp-f j n1, (cst vbds, p-acp xx vvg dt n1) pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2-j. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6374 What shall I need say more? there is no soul brought to Heaven, but is an eminent instance of this: What shall I need say more? there is no soul brought to Heaven, but is an eminent instance of this: q-crq vmb pns11 vvi vvi dc? pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f d: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6375 If they had not sinned, they would have no need of any pardon or justification from the guilt of sin, no need of a Saviour or Mediator: If they had not sinned, they would have no need of any pardon or justification from the guilt of since, no need of a Saviour or Mediator: cs pns32 vhd xx vvn, pns32 vmd vhi dx n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6376 God suffereth the souls of his People to be concluded under the guilt of sin, that he might have mercy upon them. God suffers the Souls of his People to be concluded under the guilt of since, that he might have mercy upon them. np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp pno32. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6377 It is also an ordinary observation of Divines, That God often suffereth people to fall into some gross and scandalous sins, that he might take that advantage to awaken them to repentance, It is also an ordinary observation of Divines, That God often suffers people to fallen into Some gross and scandalous Sins, that he might take that advantage to awaken them to Repentance, pn31 vbz av dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, cst np1 av vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j cc j n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6378 and make use of their falls to a rising again to a new life: and make use of their falls to a rising again to a new life: cc vvi n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp dt n-vvg av p-acp dt j n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6379 and this is often seen in those that have lived civilly, and might be prone to trust to their own Moral Righteousness. and this is often seen in those that have lived civilly, and might be prove to trust to their own Moral Righteousness. cc d vbz av vvn p-acp d cst vhb vvn av-j, cc vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 326
6380 But I shall inlarge no further in the Justification of so obvious an Observation. It follows, that I should shew you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. But I shall enlarge no further in the Justification of so obvious an Observation. It follows, that I should show you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f av j dt n1. pn31 vvz, cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 624 Page 327
6381 1. The truth is (in the first place), it is hard to conceive, how otherwise some of Gods greatest works of Providence could have been produced. 1. The truth is (in the First place), it is hard to conceive, how otherwise Some of God's greatest works of Providence could have been produced. crd dt n1 vbz (p-acp dt ord n1), pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq av d pp-f npg1 js n2 pp-f n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn. (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6382 What would the Revelation of a Covenant of Grace have signified to the world, if the Covenant of Works had not first been violated by the first mans transgression? How could else any man imagine, that the salvation of the world should have been accomplished by the death of Christ, if God had not made use of the wicked action of those who took him, What would the Revelation of a Covenant of Grace have signified to the world, if the Covenant of Works had not First been violated by the First men Transgression? How could Else any man imagine, that the salvation of the world should have been accomplished by the death of christ, if God had not made use of the wicked actium of those who took him, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, cs dt n1 pp-f vvz vhn xx ord vbn vvn p-acp dt ord ng1 n1? q-crq vmd av d n1 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs np1 vhd xx vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vvd pno31, (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6383 and by wicked hands crucified him? The Apostle assureth us, that in all they did against our Lord, they did but execute what the counsel of the Lord had predetermined should be done: and by wicked hands Crucified him? The Apostle assureth us, that in all they did against our Lord, they did but execute what the counsel of the Lord had predetermined should be done: cc p-acp j n2 vvd pno31? dt n1 vvz pno12, cst p-acp d pns32 vdd p-acp po12 n1, pns32 vdd p-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhd vvn vmd vbi vdn: (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6384 If sin did not abound, how should grace much more abound? Rom. 5. In the pardon of sins, the justification of a guilty soul; If since did not abound, how should grace much more abound? Rom. 5. In the pardon of Sins, the justification of a guilty soul; cs n1 vdd xx vvi, q-crq vmd vvi d av-dc vvi? np1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6449 now God doth something more in his permission of mens sins, than not hinder their commission of it; now God does something more in his permission of men's Sins, than not hinder their commission of it; av np1 vdz pi av-dc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f ng2 n2, cs xx vvi po32 n1 pp-f pn31; (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6385 the Scripture tells us, That all are concluded under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe. the Scripture tells us, That all Are concluded under since, that the promise by faith in jesus christ might be given to them that believe. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst d vbr vvn p-acp n1, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6386 What should we say to the great work of Providence, in trying his Saints by afflictions and persecutions, from the hands of violent men? God maketh use of the sins of Persecutors, to perfect his Saints by the exercises of their faith and patience; What should we say to the great work of Providence, in trying his Saints by afflictions and persecutions, from the hands of violent men? God makes use of the Sins of Persecutors, to perfect his Saints by the exercises of their faith and patience; q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg po31 n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2? np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6387 it could not be, without the sins of those who persecute others for righteousness sake. 2. Again, God by this getteth himself a great deal of glory. it could not be, without the Sins of those who persecute Others for righteousness sake. 2. Again, God by this gets himself a great deal of glory. pn31 vmd xx vbi, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vvi n2-jn p-acp n1 n1. crd av, np1 p-acp d vvz px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 625 Page 327
6388 I have spoke something to this under the seventh Observation: but let me here add a little. I have spoke something to this under the seventh Observation: but let me Here add a little. pns11 vhb vvn pi p-acp d p-acp dt ord n1: cc-acp vvb pno11 av vvi dt j. (29) sermon (DIV3) 626 Page 327
6389 1. He gets himself the glory of his power. There is a fancy hath possessed the Philosophers of the world, That metals of a baser nature, may by art be turned into nobler metals, brass, &c. into gold; 1. He gets himself the glory of his power. There is a fancy hath possessed the Philosophers of the world, That metals of a baser nature, may by art be turned into Nobler metals, brass, etc. into gold; crd pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst n2 pp-f dt jc n1, vmb p-acp n1 vbi vvn p-acp jc n2, n1, av p-acp n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6390 and they will tell you, that some such thing hath been done; and they will tell you, that Some such thing hath been done; cc pns32 vmb vvi pn22, cst d d n1 vhz vbn vdn; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6391 and aboundance of time and money hath been spent, by the vain and covetous Philosophers of the world to little purpose, to find out this Philosophers stone (as they call it): and abundance of time and money hath been spent, by the vain and covetous Philosophers of the world to little purpose, to find out this Philosophers stone (as they call it): cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhz vbn vvn, p-acp dt j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi av d ng1 n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb pn31): (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6392 but supposing such a thing possible; but supposing such a thing possible; p-acp vvg d dt n1 j; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6393 yet there must be some similar quality to help, or they will not pretend to any such thing; yet there must be Some similar quality to help, or they will not pretend to any such thing; av pc-acp vmb vbi d j n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp d d n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6394 no Philosopher ever yet pretended by all his Chymistry, to fetch gold out of a dunghil. no Philosopher ever yet pretended by all his Chemistry, to fetch gold out of a dunghill. dx n1 av av vvn p-acp d po31 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6395 But now in sin, there is nothing of a similar quality to the glory of God; But now in since, there is nothing of a similar quality to the glory of God; p-acp av p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz pix pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6396 there is nothing so opposite to the glory of God, as the sins of men and women: there is nothing so opposite to the glory of God, as the Sins of men and women: pc-acp vbz pix av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc n2: (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 327
6397 For God to fetch water out of a rock, argued great power; For God to fetch water out of a rock, argued great power; c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1, vvd j n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6398 to raise up Abraham children from the stones of the field, it must speak great power: to raise up Abraham children from the stones of the field, it must speak great power: pc-acp vvi a-acp np1 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vvi j n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6399 but yet not so much, as for God to fetch his own glory out of peoples sins. but yet not so much, as for God to fetch his own glory out of peoples Sins. cc-acp av xx av av-d, c-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 d n1 av pp-f ng1 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6400 There is in sin an infinite opposition to the glory of God: nothing so diametrically opposite to God's honour and glory, as sin is. There is in since an infinite opposition to the glory of God: nothing so diametrically opposite to God's honour and glory, as since is. pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pix av av-j j-jn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1, c-acp n1 vbz. (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6401 Sampson put forth a riddle, Out of the eater came forth meat, and out of the strong came forth sweetness. Sampson put forth a riddle, Out of the eater Come forth meat, and out of the strong Come forth sweetness. np1 vvd av dt n1, av pp-f dt n1 vvd av n1, cc av pp-f dt j vvd av n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6402 But what is this riddle to that which I am speaking of? for the glory of God to come forth out of the dunghil, the woful dunghil of the worst of mens actions? for God to work out his own righteousness out of the vilest actions of men? O it speaketh an infinite Power in God! it is a greater work to fetch light out of darkness. I will (saith God) get me glory upon Pharaoh: But what is this riddle to that which I am speaking of? for the glory of God to come forth out of the dunghill, the woeful dunghill of the worst of men's actions? for God to work out his own righteousness out of the Vilest actions of men? O it speaks an infinite Power in God! it is a greater work to fetch Light out of darkness. I will (Says God) get me glory upon Pharaoh: cc-acp q-crq vbz d n1 p-acp d r-crq pns11 vbm vvg pp-f? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av av pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt js pp-f ng2 n2? p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av po31 d n1 av pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n2? sy pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp np1 pn31 vbz dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi j av pp-f n1. pns11 vmb (vvz np1) vvb pno11 n1 p-acp np1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6403 For God to get himself glory out of Pharaoh's hard heart, was more than to get his people water out of an hard rock. For God to get himself glory out of Pharaoh's hard heart, was more than to get his people water out of an hard rock. p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi px31 n1 av pp-f npg1 j n1, vbds av-dc cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1 n1 av pp-f dt j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 627 Page 328
6404 2. God by it gets himself the glory of his infinite wisdom. 2. God by it gets himself the glory of his infinite Wisdom. crd np1 p-acp pn31 vvz px31 dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6405 I told you in my former discourse, that he is accounted the best Politician, that can make the best use of all humours, I told you in my former discourse, that he is accounted the best Politician, that can make the best use of all humours, pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp po11 j n1, cst pns31 vbz vvn dt js n1, cst vmb vvi dt js n1 pp-f d n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6406 and serve his own designs, even of his utter Enemies: this is the top of a Politicians wisdom: and serve his own designs, even of his utter Enemies: this is the top of a Politicians Wisdom: cc vvi po31 d n2, av pp-f po31 j n2: d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6407 How great then must the Wisdom of God appear in this? nothing hath such an enmity to God and his glory, as sin hath. How great then must the Wisdom of God appear in this? nothing hath such an enmity to God and his glory, as since hath. c-crq j av vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp d? pix vhz d dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, c-acp n1 vhz. (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6408 Job speaketh it to the great glory and honour of God, Job 5.13. He taketh the wise in their own craftiness, and the counsels of the crafty are carried head long. Job speaks it to the great glory and honour of God, Job 5.13. He Takes the wise in their own craftiness, and the Counsels of the crafty Are carried head long. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz dt j p-acp po32 d n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt j vbr vvn n1 av-j. (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6409 It speaketh the wisdom of a man, that he can make use of the capacious quality of a bird, It speaks the Wisdom of a man, that he can make use of the capacious quality of a bird, pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6410 or a beast, to catch a prey for him: or a beast, to catch a prey for him: cc dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31: (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6411 thus the faulconer maketh use of the hawk, the huntsman of the dog, the fisher-man of a fowl, to catch birds, thus the Falconer makes use of the hawk, the huntsman of the dog, the fisherman of a fowl, to catch Birds, av dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6412 or beasts, or fish for him. This I say speaketh the wisdom of a man above other creatures; or beasts, or Fish for him. This I say speaks the Wisdom of a man above other creatures; cc n2, cc n1 p-acp pno31. d pns11 vvb vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6413 O how it speaketh the admirable Wisdom of God, that he can make use of the worst belchings of lusts in mens hearts, the most vile and rebellious actions of men, Oh how it speaks the admirable Wisdom of God, that he can make use of the worst belchings of Lustiest in men's hearts, the most vile and rebellious actions of men, uh c-crq pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt js n2-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp ng2 n2, dt av-ds j cc j n2 pp-f n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6414 and out of them fetch his own glory. and out of them fetch his own glory. cc av pp-f pno32 vvi po31 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 628 Page 328
6415 3. But in the last place, God above all doth by this magnifie the riches and freeness of his grace. 3. But in the last place, God above all does by this magnify the riches and freeness of his grace. crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, np1 p-acp d vdz p-acp d vvb dt n2 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 328
6416 This is that wherein the Lord delights to have glory; This is that wherein the Lord delights to have glory; d vbz d c-crq dt n1 vvz pc-acp vhi n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 328
6417 he predestinated, adopted us, &c. to the praise of the glory of his grace, Eph. 1.6. he predestinated, adopted us, etc. to the praise of the glory of his grace, Ephesians 1.6. pns31 vvn, vvn pno12, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 328
6418 If God had taken man out of a state of innocency into Heaven, we should never have admired free-grace so much as now; If God had taken man out of a state of innocency into Heaven, we should never have admired Free grace so much as now; cs np1 vhd vvn n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn n1 av av-d c-acp av; (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 328
6419 it marvellously affects the heart of a child of God, to see God make use of his falls of his sin and corruption, it marvellously affects the heart of a child of God, to see God make use of his falls of his since and corruption, pn31 av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi np1 vvi n1 pp-f po31 vvz pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 329
6420 and manifold rebellions, to make his free-grace exceeding glorious. and manifold rebellions, to make his Free grace exceeding glorious. cc j n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvg j. (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 329
6421 We should never so much admire free-grace and mercy, if we were not so great transgressors: We should never so much admire Free grace and mercy, if we were not so great transgressors: pns12 vmd av-x av av-d vvi n1 cc n1, cs pns12 vbdr xx av j n2: (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 329
6422 This is it which maketh grace precious in our eyes, when we cry out of the belly of hell, and he heareth us. This is it which makes grace precious in our eyes, when we cry out of the belly of hell, and he hears us. d vbz pn31 r-crq vvz n1 j p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns12 vvb av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 vvz pno12. (29) sermon (DIV3) 629 Page 329
6423 Thus far I have shewed you, that God maketh a very ordinary use, and a very remarkable use of peoples sins. Thus Far I have showed you, that God makes a very ordinary use, and a very remarkable use of peoples Sins. av av-j pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst np1 vvz dt j j n1, cc dt j j n1 pp-f ng1 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6424 But I also added, that it was a spotless use; and thus it must be, if God maketh it; But I also added, that it was a spotless use; and thus it must be, if God makes it; p-acp pns11 av vvn, cst pn31 vbds dt j n1; cc av pn31 vmb vbi, cs np1 vvz pn31; (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6425 For he that is of purer eyes, than that he can behold iniquity, must be of a purer will, For he that is of Purer eyes, than that he can behold iniquity, must be of a Purer will, c-acp pns31 cst vbz pp-f jc n2, cs cst pns31 vmb vvi n1, vmb vbi pp-f dt jc n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6427 It is plain from this discourse, that God useth peoples sins as a medium to his glory; he having willed the end, must needs have willed the means: for though a thing may be fortuitous to man, It is plain from this discourse, that God uses peoples Sins as a medium to his glory; he having willed the end, must needs have willed the means: for though a thing may be fortuitous to man, pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1, cst np1 vvz ng1 n2 p-acp dt fw-la p-acp po31 n1; pns31 vhg vvn dt n1, vmb av vhi vvd dt n2: c-acp cs dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6428 yet nothing is fortuitous, or casual to God. yet nothing is fortuitous, or casual to God. av pix vbz j, cc j p-acp np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6429 A man now in order to the accomplishment of some design of his, may make use of some things which fall in, A man now in order to the accomplishment of Some Design of his, may make use of Some things which fallen in, dt n1 av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f png31, vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp, (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6430 and he never foresaw, nor forethought, nor design'd as a means in order to his accomplishment, and he never foresaw, nor forethought, nor designed as a means in order to his accomplishment, cc pns31 av-x vvd, ccx vvn, ccx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6431 but it were blasphemy to suppose any such thing of God. but it were blasphemy to suppose any such thing of God. cc-acp pn31 vbdr n1 pc-acp vvi d d n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 630 Page 329
6432 A great question there is amongst Divines, what influence God hath upon the sinful actions of men. A great question there is among Divines, what influence God hath upon the sinful actions of men. dt j n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp n2-jn, r-crq n1 np1 vhz p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 631 Page 329
6433 It falleth not so fully in my way at present, as to engage me in any full discourse upon it. It falls not so Fully in my Way At present, as to engage me in any full discourse upon it. pn31 vvz xx av av-j p-acp po11 n1 p-acp j, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp d j n1 p-acp pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 631 Page 329
6434 Certain it is, that the holy God putteth malice into the heart of no man, nor doth at all incite him to any sinful actions. Certain it is, that the holy God putteth malice into the heart of no man, nor does At all incite him to any sinful actions. j pn31 vbz, cst dt j np1 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx n1, ccx vdz p-acp d vvb pno31 p-acp d j n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 631 Page 329
6435 This were indeed to make God the Author of sin: This were indeed to make God the Author of since: d vbdr av pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 631 Page 329
6436 he commands it not (that is impossible), he approveth it not, he inclineth not the will of man unto it: But as certain it is, he commands it not (that is impossible), he approveth it not, he Inclineth not the will of man unto it: But as certain it is, pns31 vvz pn31 xx (d vbz j), pns31 vvz pn31 xx, pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31: cc-acp c-acp j pn31 vbz, (29) sermon (DIV3) 631 Page 329
6437 1. That he assisteth the faculties and members of a man to those natural actions, which his own lust and malice maketh sinful. 1. That he assisteth the faculties and members of a man to those natural actions, which his own lust and malice makes sinful. crd cst pns31 vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n2, r-crq po31 d n1 cc n1 vvz j. (29) sermon (DIV3) 632 Page 329
6438 He assisted the tongues of Ananias and Saphira to speak, but it was their own lust and malice, which inclined them rather to speak that which was false, than the truth. He assisted the tongues of Ananias and Sapphira to speak, but it was their own lust and malice, which inclined them rather to speak that which was false, than the truth. pns31 vvd dt n2 pp-f np1 cc np1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pn31 vbds po32 d n1 cc n1, r-crq vvd pno32 av-c pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbds j, cs dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 632 Page 329
6439 In him we live, move, and have our being. In him we live, move, and have our being. p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb, cc vhb po12 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 632 Page 329
6440 2. As certain it is, That he permitteth and suffereth men to execute their lusts, otherwise they could not execute them, he could most certainly hinder them: 2. As certain it is, That he permitteth and suffers men to execute their Lustiest, otherwise they could not execute them, he could most Certainly hinder them: crd p-acp j pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, av pns32 vmd xx vvi pno32, pns31 vmd av-ds av-j vvi pno32: (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 329
6441 Forty years he suffered the Jews manners in the wilderness, Acts 13.18. He suffered all nations to walk in their own ways, Act. 14.16. Forty Years he suffered the jews manners in the Wilderness, Acts 13.18. He suffered all Nations to walk in their own ways, Act. 14.16. crd n2 pns31 vvd dt np2 n2 p-acp dt n1, n2 crd. pns31 vvd d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, n1 crd. (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 329
6442 Now for this sufferance, I think it is well expressed by an eminent Divine of our own; Now for this sufferance, I think it is well expressed by an eminent Divine of our own; av p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz av vvn p-acp dt j j-jn pp-f po12 d; (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 329
6443 Gods permission of sin (saith he) lyes in the suspension of his own efficiency, God's permission of since (Says he) lies in the suspension of his own efficiency, n2 n1 pp-f n1 (vvz pns31) vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6444 and the removal of the impediments. Pelagians dream, that God gave unto man a perfect freedom of will, and so did, and the removal of the impediments. Pelagians dream, that God gave unto man a perfect freedom of will, and so did, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2. np1 n1, cst np1 vvd p-acp n1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc av vdd, (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6445 as it were, Dormitare in operibus suis, sleep while his Enemies sowed the tares of sin; as it were, Dormitare in operibus suis, sleep while his Enemies sowed the tares of since; c-acp pn31 vbdr, n1 p-acp fw-la fw-la, vvb cs po31 n2 vvd dt n2 pp-f n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6446 but no such thing must be imagined of God. but no such thing must be imagined of God. cc-acp dx d n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6447 Nor doth God only remove those impediments, by which the sinner might be hindred in his acts of sin; Nor does God only remove those impediments, by which the sinner might be hindered in his acts of since; ccx vdz np1 av-j vvi d n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6448 he is properly said to be hindred in an action, who cannot do what he hath a mind to do: he is properly said to be hindered in an actium, who cannot do what he hath a mind to do: pns31 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmbx vdb r-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi: (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6450 he suspendeth that efficiency, by which they were restrain'd, or which should incline them to do otherwise. he suspendeth that efficiency, by which they were restrained, or which should incline them to do otherwise. pns31 vvz cst n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, cc r-crq vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi av. (29) sermon (DIV3) 633 Page 330
6451 3. He willeth that the sin should be, though he doth not will to effect it. 3. He wills that the since should be, though he does not will to Effect it. crd pns31 vvz cst dt n1 vmd vbi, cs pns31 vdz xx n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6452 Indeed for God to will the effecting or committing of sin, is not consistent with the purity and holiness of God: Indeed for God to will the effecting or committing of since, is not consistent with the purity and holiness of God: av p-acp np1 pc-acp vmb dt vvg cc vvg pp-f n1, vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6453 God's permission of sin, and willing it in the effect, doth ponere effectum non causam, it doth assert the effect, not the cause; God's permission of since, and willing it in the Effect, does ponere effectum non Causam, it does assert the Effect, not the cause; npg1 n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, vdz fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, pn31 vdz vvb dt n1, xx dt n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6454 his willing it in this sense, doth by no means imply his procuring it, inciting to it, or approbation of it. his willing it in this sense, does by no means imply his procuring it, inciting to it, or approbation of it. po31 j pn31 p-acp d n1, vdz p-acp dx n2 vvi po31 vvg pn31, vvg p-acp pn31, cc n1 pp-f pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6455 It is not procurans volitio; and here Divines say rightly, Deus abs { que } jactura, It is not procurans volitio; and Here Divines say rightly, Deus abs { que } jactura, pn31 vbz xx fw-la fw-la; cc av vvz vvi av-jn, np1 vvz { fw-fr } fw-la, (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6456 & sanctitatis offendiculo, velle potest peccata; vult rem effici, non effectum dare. & sanctitatis offendiculo, velle potest Peccata; vult remembering effici, non effectum Dare. cc fw-la fw-la, fw-fr fw-la n1; fw-la vvg fw-la, fw-fr fw-la vvb. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6457 He willeth the thing should be done, but he doth not will the doing of it. He wills the thing should be done, but he does not will the doing of it. pns31 vvz dt n1 vmd vbi vdn, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi dt vdg pp-f pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6458 Who shall dare to say that God did not will that Judas should betray Christ, Who shall Dare to say that God did not will that Judas should betray christ, q-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi cst np1 vdd xx n1 cst np1 vmd vvi np1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6459 and Pilate condemn him, and that the Jews should crucifie him? When the Apostle saith, That they did but according to whatsoever Gods hand and counsel had determined before to be done, Act. 4.28. And that he was delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledg of God, Act. 2.23. and Pilate condemn him, and that the jews should crucify him? When the Apostle Says, That they did but according to whatsoever God's hand and counsel had determined before to be done, Act. 4.28. And that he was Delivered by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God, Act. 2.23. cc np1 vvb pno31, cc cst dt np2 vmd vvi pno31? c-crq dt n1 vvz, cst pns32 vdd p-acp vvg p-acp r-crq ng1 n1 cc n1 vhd vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi vdn, n1 crd. cc cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, n1 crd. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6460 If God did not will that most vile action should be done, how did his hand and counsel determine it? How was he delivered by the counsel of God, which the Scripture expresly affirms? And this is all that I know, that Mr. Calvin, or any that tread in his steps have said, which many now a-days have so clamoured against, If God did not will that most vile actium should be done, how did his hand and counsel determine it? How was he Delivered by the counsel of God, which the Scripture expressly affirms? And this is all that I know, that Mr. calvin, or any that tread in his steps have said, which many now adais have so clamoured against, cs np1 vdd xx n1 cst av-ds j n1 vmd vbi vdn, q-crq vdd po31 n1 cc n1 vvi pn31? q-crq vbds pns31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq dt n1 av-j vvz? cc d vbz d cst pns11 vvb, cst n1 np1, cc d cst vvb p-acp po31 n2 vhb vvn, r-crq d av n2 vhb av vvd p-acp, (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6461 as if he made God the Author of sin, and willed acts of sin. Mr. Calvin, and all sober Divines will grant them, that it is inconsistent with the holy nature of God, to infuse malice into the hearts of any, as if he made God the Author of since, and willed acts of since. Mr. calvin, and all Sobrium Divines will grant them, that it is inconsistent with the holy nature of God, to infuse malice into the hearts of any, c-acp cs pns31 vvd np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd n2 pp-f n1. n1 np1, cc d j n2-jn vmb vvi pno32, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6462 or to incite any to any malicious and sinful action, or to assist them in the sinfulness and obliquity of their action: or to incite any to any malicious and sinful actium, or to assist them in the sinfulness and obliquity of their actium: cc pc-acp vvi d p-acp d j cc j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6463 but those who have read Pareus 's disputes with the Jesuites at Swalbach, will easily understand, what Divines these men read, but those who have read Pareus is disputes with the Jesuits At Swalbach, will Easily understand, what Divines these men read, cc-acp d r-crq vhb vvn np1 vbz vv2 p-acp dt np2 p-acp np1, vmb av-j vvi, r-crq vvz d n2 vvb, (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 330
6464 and with whose heifers they plow, and out of whose quivers they draw their arrows of bitter words. and with whose heifers they blow, and out of whose quivers they draw their arrows of bitter words. cc p-acp rg-crq n2 pns32 vvi, cc av pp-f rg-crq vvz pns32 vvb po32 n2 pp-f j n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 331
6465 To whom the best answer, is that of the Archangel to the Devil, The Lord rebuke them. To whom the best answer, is that of the Archangel to the devil, The Lord rebuke them. p-acp ro-crq dt js n1, vbz d pp-f dt np1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vvb pno32. (29) sermon (DIV3) 634 Page 331
6466 4. Then lastly, God governeth the wicked actions of men, when they are done to his own praise and glory, and maketh an eminent use of them; but yet a spotless use. 4. Then lastly, God Governs the wicked actions of men, when they Are done to his own praise and glory, and makes an eminent use of them; but yet a spotless use. crd av ord, np1 vvz dt j n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns32 vbr vdn p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, cc vvz dt j n1 pp-f pno32; cc-acp av dt j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6467 Take Pharaoh in his hardening of his heart, against the Will of God revealed to him for the dismission of the Israelites. God had purposed that Pharaoh's heart should harden, he tells Moses so long before it came to issue: Take Pharaoh in his hardening of his heart, against the Will of God revealed to him for the dismission of the Israelites. God had purposed that Pharaoh's heart should harden, he tells Moses so long before it Come to issue: vvb np1 p-acp po31 n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np2. np1 vhd vvn d npg1 n1 vmd vvi, pns31 vvz np1 av av-j c-acp pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi: (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6468 God removed what might have hindred the hardening of his heart, he would believe from time to time, that God had done his worst, God removed what might have hindered the hardening of his heart, he would believe from time to time, that God had done his worst, np1 vvd r-crq vmd vhi vvn dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst np1 vhd vdn po31 js, (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6469 and he should keep them, let the mighty God do what he could: he suspended his own efficiency, he could have softned Pharaohs heart, if he had pleased; and he should keep them, let the mighty God do what he could: he suspended his own efficiency, he could have softened Pharaohs heart, if he had pleased; cc pns31 vmd vvi pno32, vvb dt j np1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmd: pns31 vvn po31 d n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn np1 n1, cs pns31 vhd vvn; (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6470 he assisted him to his natural actions, he could never else have spoken the words he did, nor made ready a Chariot. he assisted him to his natural actions, he could never Else have spoken the words he did, nor made ready a Chariot. pns31 vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j n2, pns31 vmd av-x av vhb vvn dt n2 pns31 vdd, ccx vvd av-j dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6471 When the action was done, he governed it to his own praise and glory, he said, I will get me glory upon Pharaoh; When the actium was done, he governed it to his own praise and glory, he said, I will get me glory upon Pharaoh; c-crq dt n1 vbds vdn, pns31 vvd pn31 p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1, pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 n1 p-acp np1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6472 and he did get himself glory upon him, and made Pharaoh's wrath to praise him. But I will add no more to the Explication, or proof of this Observation. and he did get himself glory upon him, and made Pharaoh's wrath to praise him. But I will add no more to the Explication, or proof of this Observation. cc pns31 vdd vvi px31 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvd npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 635 Page 331
6473 Ʋse 1. This now in the first place may convince us of the infinite power, wisdom, and goodness of God. Omnipotency is usually thought to be most discovered in Creation, the production of things out of a meer not-being, into a being, where there is no pre-existent matter for God to work upon: Ʋse 1. This now in the First place may convince us of the infinite power, Wisdom, and Goodness of God. Omnipotency is usually Thought to be most discovered in Creation, the production of things out of a mere Not being, into a being, where there is no preexistent matter for God to work upon: j crd np1 av p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi pno12 pp-f dt j n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. n1 vbz av-j vvn pc-acp vbi av-ds vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f dt j n1, p-acp dt vbg, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp: (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6474 but here seemeth yet to be a greater demonstration of Divine Power, for God to make the wrath of man to praise him, to bring forth the great designs of his glory out of mens sins. but Here seems yet to be a greater demonstration of Divine Power, for God to make the wrath of man to praise him, to bring forth the great designs of his glory out of men's Sins. cc-acp av vvz av pc-acp vbi dt jc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, pc-acp vvi av dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1 av pp-f ng2 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6475 It sheweth us also the infinite wisdom of God. It shows us also the infinite Wisdom of God. pn31 vvz pno12 av dt j n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6476 The natural sagacity of the bee is seen in sucking honey out of poysonous herbs and flowers, a thing of the sweetest taste out of flowers, The natural sagacity of the bee is seen in sucking honey out of poisonous herbs and flowers, a thing of the Sweetest taste out of flowers, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-vvg n1 av pp-f j n2 cc n2, dt n1 pp-f dt js n1 av pp-f n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6477 and herbs of bitterest taste, and in doing it, it by its chymistry commendeth the wisdom of its Maker, who hath given it this natural skill. and herbs of Bitterest taste, and in doing it, it by its chemistry commends the Wisdom of its Maker, who hath given it this natural skill. cc n2 pp-f js n1, cc p-acp vdg pn31, pn31 p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vhz vvn pn31 d j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6478 The acquired art and skill of the Apothecary and Chymist, who make the desperatest poysons, which have the greatest contrariety to humane nature, to serve for medicines, to heal mens diseases, commendeth the wisdom of God; The acquired art and skill of the Apothecary and Chemist, who make the desperatest poisons, which have the greatest contrariety to humane nature, to serve for medicines, to heal men's diseases, commends the Wisdom of God; dt vvn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vvb dt js n2, r-crq vhb dt js n1 p-acp j n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi ng2 n2, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6479 for their God hath taught them this discretion. for their God hath taught them this discretion. p-acp po32 n1 vhz vvn pno32 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6480 But oh the wisdom of God! to make our lusts, our wrath, our sins to praise him! But o the Wisdom of God! to make our Lustiest, our wrath, our Sins to praise him! p-acp uh dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2, po12 n1, po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno31! (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 331
6481 there must be something of the nature of honey in the herb or plant, or the bee could get none out of it; there must be something of the nature of honey in the herb or plant, or the bee could get none out of it; pc-acp vmb vbi pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 vmd vvi pix av pp-f pn31; (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6482 there must be something in the poysonous drug or plant, that is consonant to the nature of man, there must be something in the poisonous drug or plant, that is consonant to the nature of man, pc-acp vmb vbi pi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cst vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6483 or all the art of the Chymist and Apothecary could never make it serve for mans cure or healing. or all the art of the Chemist and Apothecary could never make it serve for men cure or healing. cc d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 vmd av-x vvi pn31 vvi p-acp ng1 n1 cc n-vvg. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6485 yet God makes sin to praise him. O the heighth and depth of Divine Wisdom, yea and of Divine Goodness too! yet God makes since to praise him. O the height and depth of Divine Wisdom, yea and of Divine goodness too! av np1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi pno31. sy dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, uh cc pp-f j-jn n1 av! (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6486 As there is nothing more opposite than sin to Gods glory, so there is nothing more pernicious and destructive to us: As there is nothing more opposite than since to God's glory, so there is nothing more pernicious and destructive to us: p-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j-jn cs n1 p-acp ng1 n1, av pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cc j p-acp pno12: (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6487 God makes our sins to serve us, to excite habits of grace, repentance, faith, fear, watchfulness, &c. Ʋse 2. In the second place, Learn from hence, how impossible it is, that a sinner, by his rebellions against God, should do any hurt but to his own soul. God makes our Sins to serve us, to excite habits of grace, Repentance, faith, Fear, watchfulness, etc. Ʋse 2. In the second place, Learn from hence, how impossible it is, that a sinner, by his rebellions against God, should do any hurt but to his own soul. np1 vvz po12 n2 pc-acp vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, av j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb p-acp av, c-crq j pn31 vbz, cst dt n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp np1, vmd vdi d n1 cc-acp p-acp po31 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 636 Page 332
6488 And this is enough to convince the most malicious sinner, of the exceeding vanity of sin. And this is enough to convince the most malicious sinner, of the exceeding vanity of since. cc d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt av-ds j n1, pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6489 If Julian will in his rage throw his dagger up against Heaven, it shall not touch a star, If Julian will in his rage throw his dagger up against Heaven, it shall not touch a star, cs np1 vmb p-acp po31 n1 vvi po31 n1 a-acp p-acp n1, pn31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6490 but return only upon his own head. but return only upon his own head. cc-acp vvb av-j p-acp po31 d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6491 If the Princes of Babylon will heat a fornace seven times hotter than ordinary, and open a Lyons den to destroy the Jewish servants of God; If the Princes of Babylon will heat a furnace seven times hotter than ordinary, and open a Lyons den to destroy the Jewish Servants of God; cs dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vvi dt n1 crd n2 jc cs j, cc vvi dt ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt jp n2 pp-f np1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6492 the fornace shall only burn up, and the Lyons devour themselves. the furnace shall only burn up, and the Lyons devour themselves. dt n1 vmb av-j vvi a-acp, cc dt n2 vvb px32. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6493 Indeed in regard of the sinsuness of the best of men, and Gods design sometimes to melt, Indeed in regard of the sinsuness of the best of men, and God's Design sometime to melt, np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt ng1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2, cc ng1 n1 av pc-acp vvi, (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6494 and to try his people, the rage of sinful men doth sometimes reach them; but this is certain, it never reacheth Heaven, nor any of its counsels and designs, and to try his people, the rage of sinful men does sometime reach them; but this is certain, it never reaches Heaven, nor any of its Counsels and designs, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f j n2 vdz av vvi pno32; cc-acp d vbz j, pn31 av-x vvz n1, ccx d pp-f po31 n2 cc n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6495 unless by the cry of it for vengeance against the sinners. God will have his glory from the vilest persons, and their vilest actions; unless by the cry of it for vengeance against the Sinners. God will have his glory from the Vilest Persons, and their Vilest actions; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2. np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp dt js n2, cc po32 js n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6496 and although Assyria meaneth not so, yet he shall but accomplish Gods pleasure. and although Assyria means not so, yet he shall but accomplish God's pleasure. cc cs np1 vvz xx av, av pns31 vmb p-acp vvi npg1 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6497 In 2 King. 6. you read a story of the King of Syria, his sending a party of Soldiers to take the Prophet, ver. 15. The Prophet, ver. 18, prayeth, that they might be smitten with blindness; In 2 King. 6. you read a story of the King of Syria, his sending a party of Soldiers to take the Prophet, ver. 15. The Prophet, ver. 18, Prayeth, that they might be smitten with blindness; p-acp crd n1. crd pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, fw-la. crd dt n1, fw-la. crd, vvz, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6498 they were so, and then the Prophet leadeth them into Samaria, into the midst of their Enemies. they were so, and then the Prophet leads them into Samaria, into the midst of their Enemies. pns32 vbdr av, cc av dt n1 vvz pno32 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6499 God deals thus with outragious sinners. God deals thus with outrageous Sinners. np1 vvz av p-acp j n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6500 Their design is to dishonour God, and to do God as much despight as they can: Their Design is to dishonour God, and to do God as much despite as they can: po32 n1 vbz p-acp n1 np1, cc pc-acp vdi np1 p-acp d n1 c-acp pns32 vmb: (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6501 God smiteth them with blindness, and instead of accomplishing of their ungodly designs, he getteth glory upon them: God smites them with blindness, and instead of accomplishing of their ungodly designs, he gets glory upon them: np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc av pp-f vvg pp-f po32 j n2, pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32: (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6502 He disappointeth the devices of the crafty; so as their hands cannot find their enterprize, Job 5.12. Ʋse 3. Let me caution all, that they take heed, that they do not abuse this notion, to give themselves a liberty to sin. He disappointeth the devices of the crafty; so as their hands cannot find their enterprise, Job 5.12. Ʋse 3. Let me caution all, that they take heed, that they do not abuse this notion, to give themselves a liberty to since. pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j; av c-acp po32 n2 vmbx vvi po32 n1, np1 crd. j crd vvb pno11 n1 d, cst pns32 vvb n1, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi px32 dt n1 p-acp n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 637 Page 332
6503 Do not think this a sufficient warrant for you to do any sinful action, because God knoweth how to make your sins serviceable to his glory. Do not think this a sufficient warrant for you to do any sinful actium, Because God Knoweth how to make your Sins serviceable to his glory. vdb xx vvi d dt j n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vdi d j n1, c-acp np1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi po22 n2 j p-acp po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6504 This was an old corrupt conclusion, which the Apostle foresaw, men would falsely draw from these premises, Rom. 3.7. This was an old corrupt conclusion, which the Apostle foresaw, men would falsely draw from these premises, Rom. 3.7. d vbds dt j j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvd, n2 vmd av-j vvi p-acp d n2, np1 crd. (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6505 If the truth of God hath more abounded through my lye unto his glory, why then am I judged as a sinner? and not rather, If the truth of God hath more abounded through my lie unto his glory, why then am I judged as a sinner? and not rather, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dc vvn p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po31 n1, q-crq av vbm pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1? cc xx av-c, (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6506 as we are slanderously reported, and as some affirm that we say, Let us do evil, that good may come upon it. as we Are slanderously reported, and as Some affirm that we say, Let us do evil, that good may come upon it. c-acp pns12 vbr av-j vvn, cc c-acp d vvb cst pns12 vvb, vvb pno12 vdi j-jn, cst j vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6507 So when the Apostle, Rom. 5. had said, That as sin had abounded, so grace should much more abound; So when the Apostle, Rom. 5. had said, That as since had abounded, so grace should much more abound; av c-crq dt n1, np1 crd vhd vvn, cst p-acp n1 vhd vvn, av n1 vmd av-d av-dc vvi; (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6508 some concluded, that it was then best to continue in sin, that grace might abound. Some concluded, that it was then best to continue in since, that grace might abound. d vvn, cst pn31 vbds av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst n1 vmd vvi. (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6509 Whom the Apostle answereth, as you will find, Rom. 6.1, 2, &c. But that none may think, that from hence he is licensed or incouraged to sin, I beseech you to consider, Whom the Apostle Answers, as you will find, Rom. 6.1, 2, etc. But that none may think, that from hence he is licensed or encouraged to since, I beseech you to Consider, ro-crq dt n1 vvz, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi, np1 crd, crd, av p-acp d pi vmb vvi, cst p-acp av pns31 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, (29) sermon (DIV3) 638 Page 333
6510 1. That God doth not move, or incite any to any sinful action, nor command, nor approve any such thing. 1. That God does not move, or incite any to any sinful actium, nor command, nor approve any such thing. crd cst np1 vdz xx vvi, cc vvi d p-acp d j n1, ccx vvi, ccx vvi d d n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6511 God in fetching of his own glory out of mens sins, doth but (if I may so speak with reverence unto God) make the best of our bad markets. God in fetching of his own glory out of men's Sins, does but (if I may so speak with Reverence unto God) make the best of our bad Markets. np1 p-acp vvg pp-f po31 d n1 av pp-f ng2 n2, vdz p-acp (cs pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1) vvb dt js pp-f po12 j n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6512 In the Epistle of John to Gaius, ver. 11, saith he, Beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good: In the Epistle of John to Gaius, ver. 11, Says he, beloved, follow not that which is evil, but that which is good: p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, fw-la. crd, vvz pns31, vvn, vvb xx d r-crq vbz j-jn, cc-acp cst r-crq vbz j: (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6513 he that doth good, is of God; but he that doth evil, hath not seen God, 1 Joh. 3.8. He that committeth sin, is of the devil: he that does good, is of God; but he that does evil, hath not seen God, 1 John 3.8. He that Committeth since, is of the Devil: pns31 cst vdz j, vbz pp-f np1; cc-acp pns31 cst vdz n-jn, vhz xx vvn np1, vvn np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz n1, vbz pp-f dt n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6514 now for this purpose was the Son of God manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil. now for this purpose was the Son of God manifested, that he might destroy the works of the Devil. av c-acp d n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6515 Sin is called the work of the flesh; the flesh, that is the mother of sin, since is called the work of the Flesh; the Flesh, that is the mother of since, n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1; dt n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6516 and the Devil, he is the father of sin; the Devil ingendreth sin upon our flesh. and the devil, he is the father of since; the devil engendereth since upon our Flesh. cc dt n1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp po12 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6517 So much of sin as is in any man, so much there is in him of the flesh, so much of the Devil; So much of since as is in any man, so much there is in him of the Flesh, so much of the devil; av d pp-f n1 c-acp vbz p-acp d n1, av av-d pc-acp vbz p-acp pno31 pp-f dt n1, av d pp-f dt n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6518 so much he is a servant to Satan, and to the flesh. so much he is a servant to Satan, and to the Flesh. av av-d pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 639 Page 333
6519 2. Consider, it is no thanks to the sinner, that God hath any glory from his sin; 2. Consider, it is no thanks to the sinner, that God hath any glory from his since; crd np1, pn31 vbz dx n2 p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vhz d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6520 he is not active in the glorifying of God, his activity is all spent in the dishonour of God: he is not active in the glorifying of God, his activity is all spent in the dishonour of God: pns31 vbz xx j p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, po31 n1 vbz d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6521 he is not voluntary in it. he is not voluntary in it. pns31 vbz xx j-jn p-acp pn31. (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6522 Sin doth not of its own nature glorifie God, there is nothing so contrary to the glory of God as our sin is. since does not of its own nature Glorify God, there is nothing so contrary to the glory of God as our since is. n1 vdz xx pp-f po31 d n1 vvi np1, pc-acp vbz pix av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1 vbz. (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6523 The sinner doth not, cannot intend the glory of God by his sinful act. The sinner in this case, is only a passive instrument of Gods glory; The sinner does not, cannot intend the glory of God by his sinful act. The sinner in this case, is only a passive Instrument of God's glory; dt n1 vdz xx, vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 j n1. dt n1 p-acp d n1, vbz av-j dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6524 God fetcheth out his glory, forceth his glory from mens sins. God Fetches out his glory, forceth his glory from men's Sins. np1 vvz av po31 n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp ng2 n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6525 God is not at all beho•den to the sinner for any glory he getteth from his sinful act. God is not At all beho•den to the sinner for any glory he gets from his sinful act. np1 vbz xx p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6526 The glory which God hath from mens sins, is as to the sinner, meerly by accident, and besides his intention; The glory which God hath from men's Sins, is as to the sinner, merely by accident, and beside his intention; dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp ng2 n2, vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-j p-acp n1, cc p-acp po31 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 333
6527 as much as it was besides his intention, to let out an imposthume, and cure his Enemy, who ran his sword into him, with an intention to let out his life-blood. as much as it was beside his intention, to let out an imposthume, and cure his Enemy, who ran his sword into him, with an intention to let out his lifeblood. c-acp d c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi av dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1, r-crq vvd po31 n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 640 Page 334
6528 3. Consider, that God needeth not our lye for his glory. Every sin is a lye, and God out of our lies fetcheth out his glory; 3. Consider, that God needs not our lie for his glory. Every since is a lie, and God out of our lies Fetches out his glory; crd np1, cst np1 vvz xx po12 n1 p-acp po31 n1. d n1 vbz dt n1, cc np1 av pp-f po12 n2 vvz av po31 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 641 Page 334
6529 but he needeth them not, and therefore it is madness to say, I will sin that God may be glorified. but he needs them not, and Therefore it is madness to say, I will sin that God may be glorified. cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 xx, cc av pn31 vbz n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vbi vvn. (29) sermon (DIV3) 641 Page 334
6530 God can better bring forth his glory another way, he would be much more glorified by thy keeping his Commandments, and doing of his Will. God can better bring forth his glory Another Way, he would be much more glorified by thy keeping his commandments, and doing of his Will. np1 vmb av-jc vvi av po31 n1 j-jn n1, pns31 vmd vbi av-d av-dc vvn p-acp po21 n-vvg po31 n2, cc vdg pp-f po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 641 Page 334
6531 God indeed needeth not our duties and best actions; but he much less needeth our lusts and corruptions. God indeed needs not our duties and best actions; but he much less needs our Lustiest and corruptions. np1 av vvz xx po12 n2 cc js n2; cc-acp pns31 av-d av-dc vvz po12 n2 cc n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 641 Page 334
6532 4. Consider, That though God in the wisdom of his Providence, makes use of mens sins, to fetch out his glory from them, 4. Consider, That though God in the Wisdom of his Providence, makes use of men's Sins, to fetch out his glory from them, crd np1, cst cs np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvz n1 pp-f ng2 n2, pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pno32, (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6533 yet he usually takes vengeance upon the sinner. yet he usually Takes vengeance upon the sinner. av pns31 av-j vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6534 It is the practice of the Politicians of the world, to make use of the treasons of others, It is the practice of the Politicians of the world, to make use of the treasons of Others, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6535 but seldom to reward the Traytors. but seldom to reward the Traitors. cc-acp av pc-acp vvi dt n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6536 It cannot be said of God, that he ever loves or approves of the treason of sin, It cannot be said of God, that he ever loves or approves of the treason of since, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 av vvz cc vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6537 but he ever punisheth the Traytor without a true repentance. 5. Lastly, When God makes use of the sins of people for his own glory, but he ever Punisheth the Traitor without a true Repentance. 5. Lastly, When God makes use of the Sins of people for his own glory, cc-acp pns31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. crd ord, c-crq np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 642 Page 334
6538 and for their good and salvation also (as in the case of those which belong to his Election of grace), it is never done without a great deal of grief and sorrow of heart to the sinner: and for their good and salvation also (as in the case of those which belong to his Election of grace), it is never done without a great deal of grief and sorrow of heart to the sinner: cc p-acp po32 j cc n1 av (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1), pn31 vbz av vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6539 they are saved as through fire: great sinnings must have great humiliation. they Are saved as through fire: great sinnings must have great humiliation. pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1: j n2 vmb vhi j n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6540 He indeed sometimes maketh use of his peoples sins, to make them more humble, more watchful: He indeed sometime makes use of his peoples Sins, to make them more humble, more watchful: pns31 av av vvz n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 av-dc j, av-dc j: (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6541 but the sinner first suffereth a great deal of loss in the peace of his Spirit; but the sinner First suffers a great deal of loss in the peace of his Spirit; cc-acp dt n1 ord vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6542 he goes to heaven ordinarily with broken bones, and a bleeding heart. he Goes to heaven ordinarily with broken bones, and a bleeding heart. pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av-jn p-acp j-vvn n2, cc dt j-vvg n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6543 So that you see that Gods getting himself glory from his peoples sin, gives no man a ground of presumption, to go on in a course of sin against God. So that you see that God's getting himself glory from his peoples since, gives no man a ground of presumption, to go on in a course of since against God. av cst pn22 vvb d n2 vvg px31 n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, vvz dx n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 643 Page 334
6544 Ʋse 4. In the last place, Let this observation mind us, in this case to be workers together with God. Have we sinned, Ʋse 4. In the last place, Let this observation mind us, in this case to be workers together with God. Have we sinned, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb d n1 vvb pno12, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi n2 av p-acp np1. vhb pns12 vvn, (29) sermon (DIV3) 644 Page 334
6545 and come short of the glory of God? Let us do our indeavour to make our sins to turn to the furtherance of the glory of God. and come short of the glory of God? Let us do our endeavour to make our Sins to turn to the furtherance of the glory of God. cc vvb j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? vvb pno12 vdi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 644 Page 334
6546 Let us indeavour to make the best of our own bad markets. What is done, we cannot re-call; Let us endeavour to make the best of our own bad Markets. What is done, we cannot Recall; vvb pno12 vvi pc-acp vvi dt av-js pp-f po12 d j n2. q-crq vbz vdn, pns12 vmbx j; (29) sermon (DIV3) 644 Page 334
6547 let us indeavour, if possible, to make an advantage of our former miscarriages. You will say, How should that be? let us endeavour, if possible, to make an advantage of our former miscarriages. You will say, How should that be? vvb pno12 vvi, cs j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po12 j n2. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vmd d vbi? (29) sermon (DIV3) 644 Page 334
6548 Answ. 1. Let the sense of your sins hasten your pace to the Lord Jesus Christ. Answer 1. Let the sense of your Sins hasten your pace to the Lord jesus christ. np1 crd vvb dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 645 Page 334
6549 God hath a great deal of glory from our believing in him whom he hath sent. God hath a great deal of glory from our believing in him whom he hath sent. np1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 vvg p-acp pno31 ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn. (29) sermon (DIV3) 645 Page 334
6550 The soul that accepteth of the Lord Jesus Christ as his Saviour, giveth unto God the glory of his Power, Wisdom, Justice, Goodness, Truth; The soul that Accepteth of the Lord jesus christ as his Saviour, gives unto God the glory of his Power, Wisdom, justice, goodness, Truth; dt n1 cst vvz pp-f dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1; (29) sermon (DIV3) 645 Page 334
6551 it gives him the glory of the exceeding riches of his free-grace. it gives him the glory of the exceeding riches of his Free grace. pn31 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n2 pp-f po31 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 645 Page 334
6552 2. Make use of your sins to increase your Confession, your Repentance and Humiliation. Confession giveth glory to God: 2. Make use of your Sins to increase your Confessi, your Repentance and Humiliation. Confessi gives glory to God: crd n1 n1 pp-f po22 n2 pc-acp vvi po22 n1, po22 n1 cc n1. n1 vvz n1 p-acp np1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 646 Page 335
6553 my Son, saith Joshua, Confess, and give glory to God. my Son, Says joshua, Confess, and give glory to God. po11 n1, vvz np1, vvb, cc vvb n1 p-acp np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 646 Page 335
6554 Let your former sins give you the further advantage for sorrowing after a godly sort, that will bring forth carefulness, indignation, fear, vehement desires, zeal, revenge, as it did in the Church of Corinth, 2 Cor. 7.11. 3. Let the remembrance of them cause you to walk softly all the days of your life. Let your former Sins give you the further advantage for sorrowing After a godly sort, that will bring forth carefulness, Indignation, Fear, vehement Desires, zeal, revenge, as it did in the Church of Corinth, 2 Cor. 7.11. 3. Let the remembrance of them cause you to walk softly all the days of your life. vvb po22 j n2 vvb pn22 dt jc n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1, cst vmb vvi av n1, n1, n1, j n2, n1, n1, c-acp pn31 vdd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. crd vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32 vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi av-j d dt n2 pp-f po22 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 646 Page 335
6555 This is that which God requireth of all, to walk humbly with their God. This is that which God requires of all, to walk humbly with their God. d vbz d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f d, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp po32 n1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 647 Page 335
6556 The remembrance of your sins may be of notable use to you for this, to keep down that pride which is naturally in all our hearts; The remembrance of your Sins may be of notable use to you for this, to keep down that pride which is naturally in all our hearts; dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1 r-crq vbz av-j p-acp d po12 n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 647 Page 335
6557 that swelling in an opinion of our selves, of our own duties and performances; that swelling in an opinion of our selves, of our own duties and performances; d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pp-f po12 d n2 cc n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 647 Page 335
6558 that uncharitable judging, and censuring, and triumphing over others, when we see them fallen in the day of temptations. that uncharitable judging, and censuring, and triumphing over Others, when we see them fallen in the day of temptations. cst j n-vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg p-acp n2-jn, c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (29) sermon (DIV3) 647 Page 335
6559 4. Lastly, Let the consideration of how many sins God hath forgiven you, make you love much. Thus the woman, Luk. 7.37, 47 made an improvement, even of her former sins; 4. Lastly, Let the consideration of how many Sins God hath forgiven you, make you love much. Thus the woman, Luk. 7.37, 47 made an improvement, even of her former Sins; crd ord, vvb dt n1 pp-f c-crq d n2 np1 vhz vvn pn22, vvb pn22 vvb av-d. av dt n1, np1 crd, crd vvd dt n1, av pp-f po31 j n2; (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6560 her much that was forgiven, ingaged her to love that God much, who had forgiven her so much. her much that was forgiven, engaged her to love that God much, who had forgiven her so much. po31 d cst vbds vvn, vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi cst np1 av-d, r-crq vhd vvn pno31 av av-d. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6561 This improvement St. Paul made, 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. I am (saith he) the least of all the Apostles, This improvement Saint Paul made, 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. I am (Says he) the least of all the Apostles, d n1 n1 np1 vvn, crd np1 crd, crd pns11 vbm (vvz pns31) dt ds pp-f d dt n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6562 and not meet to be called an Apostle, because I persecuted the Church of God. and not meet to be called an Apostle, Because I persecuted the Church of God. cc xx vvi pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, c-acp pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6563 But by the grace of God, I am that I am, and his grace which was bestowed on me, was not in vain: But by the grace of God, I am that I am, and his grace which was bestowed on me, was not in vain: p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vbm cst pns11 vbm, cc po31 n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno11, vbds xx p-acp j: (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6564 but I laboured more abundantly than they all. but I laboured more abundantly than they all. cc-acp pns11 vvd av-dc av-j cs pns32 d. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6565 O this will be an excellent improvement, even of your sins, if your former unholiness shall now help to make you more holy, your former unrighteousness shall help to make you more righteous for the time to come; Oh this will be an excellent improvement, even of your Sins, if your former unholiness shall now help to make you more holy, your former unrighteousness shall help to make you more righteous for the time to come; uh d vmb vbi dt j n1, av pp-f po22 n2, cs po22 j n1 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 av-dc j, po22 j n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6566 your reflexions upon how much you have done against God, and his Saints, shall now engage you to do more for God, your reflexions upon how much you have done against God, and his Saints, shall now engage you to do more for God, po22 n2 p-acp c-crq av-d pn22 vhb vdn p-acp np1, cc po31 n2, vmb av vvi pn22 pc-acp vdi av-dc p-acp np1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6568 A good husband and house-wife, will lose nothing, but make some advantage of every rag, every bit of wood, &c. I would have you be like them, you have been formerly great sinners, A good husband and housewife, will loose nothing, but make Some advantage of every rag, every bit of wood, etc. I would have you be like them, you have been formerly great Sinners, dt j n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pix, cc-acp vvb d n1 pp-f d n1, d n1 pp-f n1, av pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vbi av-j pno32, pn22 vhb vbn av-j j n2, (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6569 and done much to the dishonour of God: and done much to the dishonour of God: cc vdn d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6570 your consciences can shew you a great dunghil of sin, which you made in your state of vanity: your Consciences can show you a great dunghill of since, which you made in your state of vanity: po22 n2 vmb vvi pn22 dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq pn22 vvd p-acp po22 n1 pp-f n1: (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6571 God hath changed your state, changed your hearts: God hath changed your state, changed your hearts: np1 vhz vvn po22 n1, vvn po22 n2: (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6572 let not that dunghil be lost, look upon it often, to help to raise up your hearts in the praises and admiration of Gods free-grace, let not that dunghill be lost, look upon it often, to help to raise up your hearts in the praises and admiration of God's Free grace, vvb xx d n1 vbi vvn, vvb p-acp pn31 av, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6573 and the engaging your hearts more for God in your contrary duties for the time to come. and the engaging your hearts more for God in your contrary duties for the time to come. cc dt vvg po22 n2 av-dc p-acp np1 p-acp po22 j-jn n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6574 But so •uch shall serve for this Observation also. But so •uch shall serve for this Observation also. p-acp av av-d vmb vvi p-acp d n1 av. (29) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 335
6575 SERMON XXVI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXVI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 648 Page 336
6576 I Am still going on, instructing you to that spiritual Wisdom, which the Text telleth you may be gained by, I Am still going on, instructing you to that spiritual Wisdom, which the Text Telleth you may be gained by, pns11 vbm av vvg a-acp, vvg pn22 p-acp d j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, (30) sermon (DIV3) 649 Page 336
6577 and is declared in the Observation of the motions of Actual Providence. I am now proceeding to a Twelfth Observation of this nature, which I shall give you thus: and is declared in the Observation of the motions of Actual Providence. I am now proceeding to a Twelfth Observation of this nature, which I shall give you thus: cc vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j n1. pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av: (30) sermon (DIV3) 649 Page 336
6578 Observ. 12. The Providence of God in the distribution of the good things of this life, doth in a great measure move circularly, Observation 12. The Providence of God in the distribution of the good things of this life, does in a great measure move circularly, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, vdz p-acp dt j n1 vvi av-jn, (30) sermon (DIV3) 650 Page 336
6579 though mostly to the seeming advantage of ungodly men. though mostly to the seeming advantage of ungodly men. cs j p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 650 Page 336
6580 In my enlargments upon this notion, I shall keep much to the same method which I observed in the former. 1. Opening it unto you. 2. Justifying the observation by instances. In my Enlargements upon this notion, I shall keep much to the same method which I observed in the former. 1. Opening it unto you. 2. Justifying the observation by instances. p-acp po11 n2 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi av-d p-acp dt d n1 r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt j. crd vvg pn31 p-acp pn22. crd vvg dt n1 p-acp n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 650 Page 336
6581 3. Shewing you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. And lastly, Making some suitable Application. 3. Showing you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. And lastly, Making Some suitable Application. crd vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. cc ord, vvg d j n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 650 Page 336
6582 1. My observation (as you see) concerneth the motions of Actual Providence, as to its distribution of the portions of this life. 1. My observation (as you see) concerns the motions of Actual Providence, as to its distribution of the portions of this life. crd po11 n1 (c-acp pn22 vvb) vvz dt n2 pp-f j n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6583 The Pagan Philosophers distributed all the good things they had any knowledg of into three sorts. The Pagan Philosophers distributed all the good things they had any knowledge of into three sorts. dt j-jn n2 vvn d dt j n2 pns32 vhd d n1 pp-f p-acp crd n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6584 The good things of the body, amongst which they reckoned, long-life, health, strength, beauty, &c. The good things of the mind the rich endowments of it, such as knowledg, invention, judgment, wit, memory, and moral vertue, &c. and the good things of fortune, such as birth, ingenuous education, honours, riches. The good things of the body, among which they reckoned, long-life, health, strength, beauty, etc. The good things of the mind the rich endowments of it, such as knowledge, invention, judgement, wit, memory, and moral virtue, etc. and the good things of fortune, such as birth, ingenuous education, honours, riches. dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, n1, n1, n1, n1, av dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 dt j n2 pp-f pn31, d c-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc j n1, av cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp n1, j n1, n2, n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6585 All these have a goodness in them, which lyeth in their suitableness to the use of humane life or society. All these have a Goodness in them, which lies in their suitableness to the use of humane life or society. d d vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, r-crq vvz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6586 The blind Heathen, not seeing the fountain-head of these beautiful streams, ascribed them to fortune: The blind Heathen, not seeing the fountainhead of these beautiful streams, ascribed them to fortune: dt j j-jn, xx vvg dt n1 pp-f d j n2, vvd pno32 p-acp n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6587 But they are all in the hand of Providence, that giveth to one a longer, to another a shorter life; But they Are all in the hand of Providence, that gives to one a longer, to Another a shorter life; cc-acp pns32 vbr d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvz p-acp pi dt av-jc, p-acp j-jn dt jc n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 336
6588 to one greater, to another lesser measures of health and strength, &c. to one more judgment, wit, &c. than to another. to one greater, to Another lesser measures of health and strength, etc. to one more judgement, wit, etc. than to Another. p-acp pi jc, p-acp j-jn jc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, av p-acp crd dc n1, n1, av cs p-acp j-jn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6589 But I chiefly understand my Observation of the good things, which the Heathen called, Bona fortunae, the good things of fortune, such as honours, riches, &c. These also are the Lords; But I chiefly understand my Observation of the good things, which the Heathen called, Bona Fortunae, the good things of fortune, such as honours, riches, etc. These also Are the lords; p-acp pns11 av-jn vvb po11 n1 pp-f dt j n2, r-crq dt j-jn vvn, fw-la fw-la, dt j n2 pp-f n1, d c-acp n2, n2, av np1 av vbr dt n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6590 he it is, saith Moses, That gives us power to get wealth. he it is, Says Moses, That gives us power to get wealth. pns31 pn31 vbz, vvz np1, cst vvz pno12 n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6591 And the Holy Ghost by another pen-man telleth us, That promotion cometh neither from the east, nor from the west: And the Holy Ghost by Another penman Telleth us, That promotion comes neither from the east, nor from the west: cc dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6592 but God pulleth down one, and setteth up another. but God pulls down one, and sets up Another. cc-acp np1 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6593 Promotion doth mostly depend upon the favour of the great men of the Earth, and you shall observe the Scripture everywhere maketh God the Author of the favour and grace, which persons have found in the eyes of the Princes of the world. Promotion does mostly depend upon the favour of the great men of the Earth, and you shall observe the Scripture everywhere makes God the Author of the favour and grace, which Persons have found in the eyes of the Princes of the world. n1 vdz j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 av vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, r-crq n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 651 Page 337
6594 2. Now I observe in the first place, That the wheel of Providence, in making this distribution, doth for the most part move circularly. 2. Now I observe in the First place, That the wheel of Providence, in making this distribution, does for the most part move circularly. crd av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg d n1, vdz p-acp dt av-ds n1 vvb av-jn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6595 My meaning is, that good and evil of this nature, hath (as all humane things) its turns and vicissitudes, sometimes to good men, sometimes to bad men. My meaning is, that good and evil of this nature, hath (as all humane things) its turns and vicissitudes, sometime to good men, sometime to bad men. po11 n1 vbz, cst j cc j-jn pp-f d n1, vhz (c-acp d j n2) po31 n2 cc n2, av p-acp j n2, av p-acp j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6596 The Heathen had some prospect of this, though what we call Providence, they ascribed to fortune, to whom they gave a wheel, to signifie the rotation of all these sublunary contentments, in which you know the same spokes are not always up nor down; The Heathen had Some prospect of this, though what we call Providence, they ascribed to fortune, to whom they gave a wheel, to signify the rotation of all these sublunary contentment's, in which you know the same spokes Are not always up nor down; dt j-jn vhd d n1 pp-f d, cs r-crq pns12 vvb n1, pns32 vvd p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d d j n2, p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb dt d n2 vbr xx av a-acp cc a-acp; (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6597 but sometimes these spokes are uppermost, by and by they are at the ground; and those that but now were below, are up in their place. but sometime these spokes Are uppermost, by and by they Are At the ground; and those that but now were below, Are up in their place. cc-acp av d n2 vbr j, p-acp cc a-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1; cc d cst p-acp av vbdr a-acp, vbr a-acp p-acp po32 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6598 And this is most perspicuous in bodies of people, which are made up of those two sorts of men, that divide the world, godly and ungodly. There is a time when the vilest are exalted, And this is most perspicuous in bodies of people, which Are made up of those two sorts of men, that divide the world, godly and ungodly. There is a time when the Vilest Are exalted, cc d vbz av-ds j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr vvn a-acp pp-f d crd n2 pp-f n2, cst vvb dt n1, j cc j. pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq dt js vbr vvn, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6599 and the wicked walk on every side. This is their hour, and the power of darkness, as our Saviour saith, Luk. 22.53. and the wicked walk on every side. This is their hour, and the power of darkness, as our Saviour Says, Luk. 22.53. cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1. d vbz po32 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po12 n1 vvz, np1 crd. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6600 And there is a time again, When ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the nations, And there is a time again, When ten men shall take hold out of all languages of the Nations, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 av, c-crq crd n2 vmb vvi vvi av pp-f d n2 pp-f dt n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6601 even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you, even shall take hold of the skirt of him that is a Jew, saying, We will go with you, av vmb vvi n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vbz dt np1, vvg, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6602 for we have heard that God is with you, Zech. 8.23. There was a time when the seed of Jacob prospered in Egypt, Joseph was advanced, for we have herd that God is with you, Zechariah 8.23. There was a time when the seed of Jacob prospered in Egypt, Joseph was advanced, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn cst np1 vbz p-acp pn22, np1 crd. pc-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp np1, np1 vbds vvn, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6603 and he was a protection to them. and he was a protection to them. cc pns31 vbds dt n1 p-acp pno32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6604 A while after the wheel turns, and there arose a King that knew not Joseph, and then the Israelitish spoke in the wheel of Providence, was at the ground: A while After the wheel turns, and there arose a King that knew not Joseph, and then the Israelitish spoke in the wheel of Providence, was At the ground: dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz, cc a-acp vvd dt n1 cst vvd xx np1, cc av dt np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds p-acp dt n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6605 but in a little while up it gets again. but in a little while up it gets again. cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 a-acp pn31 vvz av. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6606 The Children of Israel go out of Egypt with colours flying, and drums beating, and Pharaoh and his Host were drowned in the red Sea. This was now their hour. But soon after the wheels turn again, The Children of Israel go out of Egypt with colours flying, and drums beating, and Pharaoh and his Host were drowned in the read Sea. This was now their hour. But soon After the wheels turn again, dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb av pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vvg, cc n2 vvg, cc np1 cc po31 n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 d vbds av po32 n1. p-acp av p-acp dt n2 vvb av, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6607 and they are almost devoured in the wilderness: and they Are almost devoured in the Wilderness: cc pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 337
6608 But as soon as they were on the other side of Jordan, they were again in a prosperous state. But as soon as they were on the other side of Jordan, they were again in a prosperous state. cc-acp c-acp av c-acp pns32 vbdr p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vbdr av p-acp dt j n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6609 Soon after they were oppressed, first by one Pagan Adversary, and then by another; but in Davids and Solomons time, it was again an halcion-time with them. Soon After they were oppressed, First by one Pagan Adversary, and then by Another; but in Davids and Solomons time, it was again an halcion-time with them. np1 c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn, ord p-acp crd j-jn n1, cc av p-acp j-jn; cc-acp p-acp npg1 cc np1 n1, pn31 vbds av dt n1 p-acp pno32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6610 And when they were in Canaan, that party of them, after Solomons time, which adhered to God, had their vicissitudes; And when they were in Canaan, that party of them, After Solomons time, which adhered to God, had their vicissitudes; cc c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp np1, cst n1 pp-f pno32, c-acp np1 n1, r-crq vvd p-acp np1, vhd po32 n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6611 as they had good or bad Princes, so it fared with them. In the seventy years of the Babilonish Captivity, they had a very sad time; as they had good or bad Princes, so it fared with them. In the seventy Years of the Babylonish Captivity, they had a very sad time; c-acp pns32 vhd j cc j n2, av pn31 vvd p-acp pno32. p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f dt np1 n1, pns32 vhd dt j j n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6612 but when that was out, they had again a kind hour: and in the very time of the Babilonish Captivity, they doubtless had great vicissitudes; but when that was out, they had again a kind hour: and in the very time of the Babylonish Captivity, they doubtless had great vicissitudes; cc-acp c-crq d vbds av, pns32 vhd av dt j n1: cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt np1 n1, pns32 av-j vhd j n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6613 and the case was much different with them, when the three Children were thrown into the fiery fornace, from what it was, and the case was much different with them, when the three Children were thrown into the fiery furnace, from what it was, cc dt n1 vbds av-d j p-acp pno32, c-crq dt crd n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds, (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6614 when they were advanced to great honours: when they were advanced to great honours: c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6615 or when Daniel was thrown into the den of Lyons, from what it was, when he was made the first president. or when daniel was thrown into the den of Lyons, from what it was, when he was made the First president. cc c-crq np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vbds, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn dt ord n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6616 When they were come again into their own land, it was not above fifty years before Ahasuerosh disturbeth their settlement, Ezra 4.6. When they were come again into their own land, it was not above fifty Years before Ahasuerus disturbeth their settlement, Ezra 4.6. c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av p-acp po32 d n1, pn31 vbds xx p-acp crd n2 p-acp np1 vvz po32 n1, np1 crd. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6617 After a few years more, they perfect the building, both of the Temple and City. After a few Years more, they perfect the building, both of the Temple and city. p-acp dt d n2 av-dc, pns32 vvb dt n1, d pp-f dt n1 cc n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6618 Soon after they were oppressed, first by the Grecians, (when it was a very sad time with them) then by the Romans, under whom they enjoyed more liberty, till after the crucifying of Christ, soon after which, God said to them, Lo ammi, you are not my people. Soon After they were oppressed, First by the Greeks, (when it was a very sad time with them) then by the Roman, under whom they enjoyed more liberty, till After the crucifying of christ, soon After which, God said to them, Lo ammi, you Are not my people. np1 c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn, ord p-acp dt njp2, (c-crq pn31 vbds dt j j n1 p-acp pno32) av p-acp dt njp2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd dc n1, c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1, av p-acp r-crq, np1 vvd p-acp pno32, np1 fw-it, pn22 vbr xx po11 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6619 The like observation might be made of the Christian Church-Catholick, and the several parts of it; The like observation might be made of the Christian Church-catholic, and the several parts of it; dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f dt njp j, cc dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6620 God will not always chide, nor keep his anger for ever, Psal. 103.9. The needy shall not always be forgotten, Psal. 9.18. he hath said, He will not contend for ever, neither will he be always wroth. God will not always chide, nor keep his anger for ever, Psalm 103.9. The needy shall not always be forgotten, Psalm 9.18. he hath said, He will not contend for ever, neither will he be always wroth. np1 vmb xx av vvi, ccx vvi po31 n1 c-acp av, np1 crd. dt j vmb xx av vbi vvn, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn, pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp av, dx vmb pns31 vbi av j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6621 The same observation might be made of particular persons and parties fearing God. Jacob had his time of hard service, and his time of liberty. The same observation might be made of particular Persons and parties fearing God. Jacob had his time of hard service, and his time of liberty. dt d n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f j n2 cc n2 vvg np1. np1 vhd po31 n1 pp-f j n1, cc po31 n1 pp-f n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6622 Joseph one while is a prisoner, another time the second man in the Kingdom. Joseph one while is a prisoner, Another time the second man in the Kingdom. np1 crd n1 vbz dt n1, j-jn n1 dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6623 David had a time, when he was hunted like a partridg on the mountains, and his time when he ruled happily and peaceably over all Israel and Judah. David had a time, when he was hunted like a Partridge on the Mountains, and his time when he ruled happily and peaceably over all Israel and Judah. np1 vhd dt n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvd av-j cc av-j p-acp d np1 cc np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 652 Page 338
6624 2. The second part of my Observation was, that as to these good things, the Actual Proridence of God, ordinarily moveth to the seeming advantage of wicked men: 2. The second part of my Observation was, that as to these good things, the Actual Proridence of God, ordinarily moves to the seeming advantage of wicked men: crd dt ord n1 pp-f po11 n1 vbds, cst c-acp p-acp d j n2, dt j n1 pp-f np1, av-j vvz p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 338
6625 I say, seeming advantage upon a double account: 1. For first, Wicked men have no real advantage from any good things they have, their morsels are all dipt in wrath; I say, seeming advantage upon a double account: 1. For First, Wicked men have no real advantage from any good things they have, their morsels Are all dipped in wrath; pns11 vvb, vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: crd p-acp ord, j n2 vhb dx j n1 p-acp d j n2 pns32 vhb, po32 n2 vbr d vvn p-acp n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 338
6626 and they turn to their real loss and disadvantage, as they draw out their lusts, and they turn to their real loss and disadvantage, as they draw out their Lustiest, cc pns32 vvb p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vvb av po32 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 338
6627 and aggravate their eternal condemnation. 2. I much question whether they have that seeming advantage, which they appear to have. and aggravate their Eternal condemnation. 2. I much question whither they have that seeming advantage, which they appear to have. cc vvi po32 j n1. crd pns11 d n1 cs pns32 vhb d j-vvg n1, r-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vhi. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6628 If we consider the disproportion in the numbers of such as fear the Lord, and such as fear him not; If we Consider the disproportion in the numbers of such as Fear the Lord, and such as Fear him not; cs pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vvb dt n1, cc d c-acp vvb pno31 xx; (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6629 I believe we shall find God, as to the things of this life, do as much for his people, as for wicked men. I believe we shall find God, as to the things of this life, do as much for his people, as for wicked men. pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi np1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vdb c-acp d c-acp po31 n1, c-acp p-acp j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6630 It is true, we see more wicked men than good men in places of honour and power; It is true, we see more wicked men than good men in places of honour and power; pn31 vbz j, pns12 vvb av-dc j n2 cs j n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6631 we see more of them, than of these prosper in the world, and grow great and rich: we see more of them, than of these prosper in the world, and grow great and rich: pns12 vvb dc pp-f pno32, cs pp-f d vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvb j cc j: (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6632 but therefore what disproportion is there betwixt the number of the one, and of the other? But however, certain it is, that the servants of God have many of them found this a rock of offence to them, but Therefore what disproportion is there betwixt the number of the one, and of the other? But however, certain it is, that the Servants of God have many of them found this a rock of offence to them, cc-acp av q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc pp-f dt j-jn? p-acp a-acp, j pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb d pp-f pno32 vvd d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6633 and have stumbled upon this temptation; so did Job, chap. 21. David, Psal. 73. Jeremiah, Jer. 12.1. Habbakuk, &c. And this appearance hath been a temptation to others, to deny, or at least to dispute the Providence of God. and have stumbled upon this temptation; so did Job, chap. 21. David, Psalm 73. Jeremiah, Jer. 12.1. Habakkuk, etc. And this appearance hath been a temptation to Others, to deny, or At least to dispute the Providence of God. cc vhb vvn p-acp d n1; av vdd np1, n1 crd np1, np1 crd np1, np1 crd. np1, av cc d n1 vhz vbn dt n1 p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp ds pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6634 I shall therefore give you a more particular account of this, when I come to open the NONLATINALPHABET, I shall Therefore give you a more particular account of this, when I come to open the, pns11 vmb av vvi pn22 dt av-dc j n1 pp-f d, c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi dt, (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6635 or hard Chapters of Divine Providence. or hard Chapters of Divine Providence. cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6636 In the mean time, I take notice of it, only as matter for our observation, and supposing that it is so, I shall hereafter shew you, that it is but a reasonable motion of Providence. In the mean time, I take notice of it, only as matter for our observation, and supposing that it is so, I shall hereafter show you, that it is but a reasonable motion of Providence. p-acp dt j n1, pns11 vvb n1 pp-f pn31, av-j c-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvg cst pn31 vbz av, pns11 vmb av vvi pn22, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6637 But truly upon a stricter observation, I believe we shall find Divine Providence, as to these things, more circular in its motions, But truly upon a Stricter observation, I believe we shall find Divine Providence, as to these things, more circular in its motions, p-acp av-j p-acp dt jc n1, pns11 vvb pns12 vmb vvi j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp d n2, av-dc j-jn p-acp po31 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6638 and equal in its distributions, than we usually judg it; being deceived, by not wistly observing the disproportion of each party in its numbers; and equal in its distributions, than we usually judge it; being deceived, by not wistly observing the disproportion of each party in its numbers; cc j-jn p-acp po31 n2, cs pns12 av-j vvb pn31; vbg vvn, p-acp xx av vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po31 n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6639 and that of Solomon, Eccles. 9.1, 2. will hold, that the love or hatred of God, is not to be judged from what doth in this life happen unto men. and that of Solomon, Eccles. 9.1, 2. will hold, that the love or hatred of God, is not to be judged from what does in this life happen unto men. cc d pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd vmb vvi, cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp r-crq vdz p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 653 Page 339
6640 3. But thirdly, (which I should have added to the observation, and crave your leave yet to add it) in the dispensations of special grace, and those good things which are truly spiritual, the Providence of God is inaccountable: 3. But Thirdly, (which I should have added to the observation, and crave your leave yet to add it) in the dispensations of special grace, and those good things which Are truly spiritual, the Providence of God is inaccountable: crd p-acp ord, (r-crq pns11 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvb po22 n1 av pc-acp vvi pn31) p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, cc d j n2 r-crq vbr av-j j, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j: (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6641 here the way of Providence, is like the way of an Eagle in the air, a Ship upon the S••, Here the Way of Providence, is like the Way of an Eagl in the air, a Ship upon the S••, av dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt np1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6642 or a serpent upon a rock, it cannot be tracked. It is true, our Saviour saith, NONLATINALPHABET, the poor receive the Gospel; or a serpent upon a rock, it cannot be tracked. It is true, our Saviour Says,, the poor receive the Gospel; cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. pn31 vbz j, po12 n1 vvz,, dt j vvi dt n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6643 so I should rather translate it, as in the passive voice, then as our translation doth, so I should rather translate it, as in the passive voice, then as our Translation does, av pns11 vmd av-c vvi pn31, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp po12 n1 vdz, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6644 as if it were the middle voice. The poor preach the Gospel; as if it were the middle voice. The poor preach the Gospel; c-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt j-jn n1. dt j vvi dt n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6645 and the Apostle telleth us, That God hath chosen the poor of this world to be rich in grace, and heirs of the kingdom. and the Apostle Telleth us, That God hath chosen the poor of this world to be rich in grace, and Heirs of the Kingdom. cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst np1 vhz vvn dt j pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1, cc n2 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6646 And again, you know your calling brethren, not many rich, not many wise not many noble, &c. yet the Providence of God doth deal out special grace to the rich, And again, you know your calling brothers, not many rich, not many wise not many noble, etc. yet the Providence of God does deal out special grace to the rich, cc av, pn22 vvb po22 n-vvg n2, xx d j, xx d n1 xx d j, av av dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz vvi av j n1 p-acp dt j, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6647 as well as to the poor. as well as to the poor. c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 339
6648 Abraham, and Lot, and Isaac, and Job, and David, and Solomon, Joseph, and Daniel, and Joseph of Arimathea, were all rich men; Abraham, and Lot, and Isaac, and Job, and David, and Solomon, Joseph, and daniel, and Joseph of Arimathea, were all rich men; np1, cc n1, cc np1, cc n1, cc np1, cc np1, np1, cc np1, cc np1 pp-f np1, vbdr d j n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6649 though as the number of the poor, far exceedeth the number of them who are possessors of great Estates; though as the number of the poor, Far exceeds the number of them who Are Possessors' of great Estates; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, av-j vvz dt n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr n2 pp-f j n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6650 so the number of holy persons of mean estates, bears the like disproportion to the number of such persons, that are great, so the number of holy Persons of mean estates, bears the like disproportion to the number of such Persons, that Are great, av dt n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f j n2, vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, cst vbr j, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6651 and abound in this worlds goods; and abound in this world's goods; cc vvi p-acp d ng1 n2-j; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6652 neither doth the Providence of God deal out these riches of special grace, as if they were inheritances. neither does the Providence of God deal out these riches of special grace, as if they were inheritances. dx vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi av d n2 pp-f j n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6653 Was not Jacob and Esau brethren? yet the Lord loved Jacob, and hated Esau. You often in Scripture read of good men, that had very bad children; Was not Jacob and Esau brothers? yet the Lord loved Jacob, and hated Esau You often in Scripture read of good men, that had very bad children; vbds xx np1 cc np1 n2? av dt n1 vvd np1, cc vvd np1 pn22 av p-acp n1 vvn pp-f j n2, cst vhd av j n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6654 and of bad men, that had very good children: and of bad men, that had very good children: cc pp-f j n2, cst vhd av j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6655 Jeroboam was a wicked man, one that made Israel to sin, yet in Abijam his son, there was some good thing found towards the Lord. Jeroboam was a wicked man, one that made Israel to since, yet in Abijah his son, there was Some good thing found towards the Lord. np1 vbds dt j n1, pi cst vvd np1 p-acp n1, av p-acp fw-la po31 n1, pc-acp vbds d j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6656 Abijam the King of Judah, was a man that walked in all the sins of his Fathers, 1 King. 15.2. Abijah the King of Judah, was a man that walked in all the Sins of his Father's, 1 King. 15.2. np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt n1 cst vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, crd n1. crd. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6657 Yet ver. 11. Asa his son did that which was right in the sight of the Lord. Yet for. 11. Asa his son did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord. av p-acp. crd np1 po31 n1 vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6658 Jehoshaphat, the son of Asa, was a very good man; Jehoshaphat, the son of Asa, was a very good man; np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vbds dt j j n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6659 but Jehoram his son walked in all the ways of the Kings of Israel, 2 Chron. 21.5. so did Ahaziah his son. but jehoram his son walked in all the ways of the Kings of Israel, 2 Chronicles 21.5. so did Ahaziah his son. cc-acp np1 po31 n1 vvd p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. av vdd np1 po31 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6660 Jonathan was a good man, 2 Chron. 27; but Ahaz his son walked in the ways of the Kings of Israel, and made images for Baalim; Johnathan was a good man, 2 Chronicles 27; but Ahaz his son walked in the ways of the Kings of Israel, and made Images for Baalim; np1 vbds dt j n1, crd np1 crd; cc-acp np1 po31 n1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvd n2 p-acp fw-la; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6661 yet the son of Ahaz, Hezekiah, was an excellent man. Manasses his son was a very wicked man the greatest part of his life: yet the son of Ahaz, Hezekiah, was an excellent man. Manasses his son was a very wicked man the greatest part of his life: av dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, vbds dt j n1. np1 po31 n1 vbds dt j j n1 dt js n1 pp-f po31 n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6662 indeed, 2 Chron. 33.13, 14, 15, being carried into Babylon, and bound in fetters, he besought the Lord, indeed, 2 Chronicles 33.13, 14, 15, being carried into Babylon, and bound in fetters, he besought the Lord, av, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, vbg vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp n2, pns31 vvd dt n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6664 and then the Scripture telleth us, That he knew the Lord was God, and he began something of reformation, ver. 15. Ammon his son was a very wicked Prince, and then the Scripture Telleth us, That he knew the Lord was God, and he began something of Reformation, ver. 15. Ammon his son was a very wicked Prince, cc av dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pns31 vvd dt n1 vbds np1, cc pns31 vvd pi pp-f n1, fw-la. crd np1 po31 n1 vbds dt j j n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6665 but Josiah his son an excellent man; but we read no good of any one of his sons. but Josiah his son an excellent man; but we read no good of any one of his Sons. cc-acp np1 po31 n1 dt j n1; cc-acp pns12 vvb dx j pp-f d crd pp-f po31 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6666 Thus as to the dispensations of saving-grace, we see the Providence of God is not to be tracked, sometimes given to the son of a good father; Thus as to the dispensations of Saving grace, we see the Providence of God is not to be tracked, sometime given to the son of a good father; av c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6667 at another time denied to the seed of those in Covenant with God, and given out to the children of most vile and wicked parents: At Another time denied to the seed of those in Covenant with God, and given out to the children of most vile and wicked Parents: p-acp j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f ds j cc j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6668 and this is no more than we yet see every day in the dealings of God. and this is no more than we yet see every day in the dealings of God. cc d vbz dx dc cs pns12 av vvb d n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6669 But it is time that I should shew you the reasonableness of these motions of Divine Providence. 1. Why the Providence of God moveth in such a circular motion, in the distribution of the good things of this life. But it is time that I should show you the reasonableness of these motions of Divine Providence. 1. Why the Providence of God moves in such a circular motion, in the distribution of the good things of this life. p-acp pn31 vbz n1 cst pns11 vmd vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6670 It will appear reasonable to you, It will appear reasonable to you, pn31 vmb vvi j p-acp pn22, (30) sermon (DIV3) 654 Page 340
6671 1. If you consider both Gods general relation to all his creatures, and also his special kindness, 1. If you Consider both God's general Relation to all his creatures, and also his special kindness, crd cs pn22 vvb d n2 j n1 p-acp d po31 n2, cc av po31 j n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 340
6672 and the demonstration of it to his people, together with his faithfulness to his promises. 1. I say, his general relation to all his creatures: and the demonstration of it to his people, together with his faithfulness to his promises. 1. I say, his general Relation to all his creatures: cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2. crd pns11 vvb, po31 j n1 p-acp d po31 n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 340
6673 they are his creatures, he their Creator; they by Creation his children, and he their father. they Are his creatures, he their Creator; they by Creation his children, and he their father. pns32 vbr po31 n2, pns31 po32 n1; pns32 p-acp n1 po31 n2, cc pns31 po32 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 340
6674 It is true, they are undutiful children, and do not answer the law of their Creation; It is true, they Are undutiful children, and do not answer the law of their Creation; pn31 vbz j, pns32 vbr j n2, cc vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6675 God may say to them, If I be your father, where is my honour? But yet children they are, God intends them not the inheritance, God may say to them, If I be your father, where is my honour? But yet children they Are, God intends them not the inheritance, np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32, cs pns11 vbb po22 n1, q-crq vbz po11 n1? p-acp av n2 pns32 vbr, np1 vvz pno32 xx dt n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6676 and therefore God doth by them, as Abraham by the children he had by Keturah, Gen. 25.5. To whom he gave portions, and sent them away. and Therefore God does by them, as Abraham by the children he had by Keturah, Gen. 25.5. To whom he gave portions, and sent them away. cc av np1 vdz p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pns31 vhd p-acp np1, np1 crd. p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd n2, cc vvd pno32 av. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6677 A father hath many children, some elder, some younger, some more dutiful, whom he loveth with a more peculiar love; A father hath many children, Some elder, Some younger, Some more dutiful, whom he loves with a more peculiar love; dt n1 vhz d n2, d n-jn, d jc, d dc j, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt av-dc j n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6678 but he hath something of a fatherly affection for them all, he giveth them all portions, more or less. but he hath something of a fatherly affection for them all, he gives them all portions, more or less. cc-acp pns31 vhz pi pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno32 d, pns31 vvz pno32 d n2, av-dc cc av-dc. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6679 Some have their portion in this life, as David speaketh, Psal. 17. Son remember, saith Abraham to Dives, thou hadst thy good things in this life: thy good things. some have their portion in this life, as David speaks, Psalm 17. Son Remember, Says Abraham to Dives, thou Hadst thy good things in this life: thy good things. d vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp np1 vvz, np1 crd n1 vvb, vvz np1 p-acp vvz, pns21 vhd2 po21 j n2 p-acp d n1: po21 j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6680 So Lazarus had a right to a childs portion. So Lazarus had a right to a child's portion. av np1 vhd dt j-jn p-acp dt ng1 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6681 Joseph sent all his brethren a mess, though to Benjamin he sent seventimes as much as to the rest. 2. But besides this, some wicked men have another relation to God, Joseph sent all his brothers a mess, though to Benjamin he sent seventimes as much as to the rest. 2. But beside this, Some wicked men have Another Relation to God, np1 vvd d po31 n2 dt n1, cs pc-acp np1 pns31 vvd av p-acp d c-acp p-acp dt n1. crd p-acp p-acp d, d j n2 vhb j-jn n1 p-acp np1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6682 as servants in some special service, none of them are universally Gods servants; but in some special service, many wicked men are Gods servants. as Servants in Some special service, none of them Are universally God's Servants; but in Some special service, many wicked men Are God's Servants. c-acp n2 p-acp d j n1, pix pp-f pno32 vbr av-j npg1 n2; cc-acp p-acp d j n1, d j n2 vbr ng1 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6683 And no man shall serve God for nothing. And no man shall serve God for nothing. cc dx n1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp pix. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6684 This was Jehu's case, which procured him the Crown for four generations, for the service he did God against the house of Ahab. Then if we consider, 1. Gods special kindness to his people, declared so often in Scripture, This was Jehu's case, which procured him the Crown for four generations, for the service he did God against the house of Ahab. Then if we Consider, 1. God's special kindness to his people, declared so often in Scripture, d vbds npg1 n1, r-crq vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp crd n2, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vdd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. av cs pns12 vvb, crd npg1 j n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvn av av p-acp n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6685 and the reasonableness that God should make some demonstration of it, that all the world may know that God will honour those that honour him; and the reasonableness that God should make Some demonstration of it, that all the world may know that God will honour those that honour him; cc dt n1 cst np1 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f pn31, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi cst np1 vmb vvi d cst vvb pno31; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6686 and how impossible it is, that the men of the world should take notice of this, and how impossible it is, that the men of the world should take notice of this, cc c-crq j pn31 vbz, cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f d, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6687 and be convinced of it meerly from spiritual rewards, of which they have no certain cognisance, or from eternal rewards; and be convinced of it merely from spiritual rewards, of which they have no certain cognisance, or from Eternal rewards; cc vbi vvn pp-f pn31 av-j p-acp j n2, pp-f r-crq pns32 vhb dx j n1, cc p-acp j n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6688 you will see it but reasonable, that God in his Providence should dispose, even of the goods of this life, you will see it but reasonable, that God in his Providence should dispose, even of the goods of this life, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vvi, av pp-f dt n2-j pp-f d n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6689 unto his own people, though not to all, yet to many of them, and that they should have their turns in these distributions of Providence, unto his own people, though not to all, yet to many of them, and that they should have their turns in these distributions of Providence, p-acp po31 d n1, cs xx p-acp d, av p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc cst pns32 vmd vhi po32 n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6690 and not be always, or all of them poor and needy, or vile, and contemptible in the eyes of the world. and not be always, or all of them poor and needy, or vile, and contemptible in the eyes of the world. cc xx vbi av, cc d pp-f pno32 j cc j, cc j, cc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6691 Especially seeing that, as the Apostle saith, Godliness hath the promise as well of this life, Especially seeing that, as the Apostle Says, Godliness hath the promise as well of this life, av-j vvg cst, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n1 vhz dt n1 c-acp av pp-f d n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6692 as of that which is to come: as of that which is to come: c-acp pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi: (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6693 And our Lord hath commanded us to seek the kingdom of heaven, and the righteousness thereof, upon the encouragement of a gracious promise, that the things of this life shall be added to them. And our Lord hath commanded us to seek the Kingdom of heaven, and the righteousness thereof, upon the encouragement of a gracious promise, that the things of this life shall be added to them. cc po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 341
6694 Further, if there should be no circulation of Providence in these distributions, how should those Scriptures be fulfilled? wherein God hath told us, Psal. 30.5. That the rod of the wicked shall not always rest upon the lot of the righteous; Further, if there should be no circulation of Providence in these distributions, how should those Scriptures be fulfilled? wherein God hath told us, Psalm 30.5. That the rod of the wicked shall not always rest upon the lot of the righteous; jc, cs pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, q-crq vmd d n2 vbb vvn? c-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd. cst dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6695 that he will take care that the spirits should not fail before him, nor the souls that he hath made: that he will take care that the spirits should not fail before him, nor the Souls that he hath made: cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 cst dt n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31, ccx dt n2 cst pns31 vhz vvn: (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6696 that his anger endureth but for a moment; that his anger Endureth but for a moment; cst po31 n1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6697 that sorrow comes for a night, but joy shall come in the morning, &c. And those many other promises for the good things of this life, which are made to the People of God in Scripture, that sorrow comes for a night, but joy shall come in the morning, etc. And those many other promises for the good things of this life, which Are made to the People of God in Scripture, d n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc-acp n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, av cc d d j-jn n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6698 though they are not to be interpreted into an extent of that latitude, as if they should be the constant portion of the Church and People of God, though they Are not to be interpreted into an extent of that latitude, as if they should be the constant portion of the Church and People of God, cs pns32 vbr xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp cs pns32 vmd vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6699 or of every child of God. or of every child of God. cc pp-f d n1 pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6700 Yet how should they be made good, if there were not some circulation of Providence in the distribution of the good things of this life; Yet how should they be made good, if there were not Some circulation of Providence in the distribution of the good things of this life; av q-crq vmd pns32 vbi vvn j, cs pc-acp vbdr xx d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6701 if it should not go sometimes well, as well as sometimes ill with the Church and People of God. if it should not go sometime well, as well as sometime ill with the Church and People of God. cs pn31 vmd xx vvi av av, c-acp av c-acp av j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 655 Page 342
6702 2. The reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence will appear to you, from Gods love and zeal to Justice. 2. The reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence will appear to you, from God's love and zeal to justice. crd dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6704 God must be just, and his Justice must be declared to the world, that all may know, that the God of Heaven is a righteous God. God must be just, and his justice must be declared to the world, that all may know, that the God of Heaven is a righteous God. np1 vmb vbi j, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6705 Now this Justice of God requireth such a circulation of Providence, as I have commended to your observation. Now this justice of God requires such a circulation of Providence, as I have commended to your observation. av d n1 pp-f np1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp po22 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6706 If you will but consider, that as the whole life of wicked men is a life of rebellion and disobedience: If you will but Consider, that as the Whole life of wicked men is a life of rebellion and disobedience: cs pn22 vmb cc-acp vvi, cst p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n2 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6707 So God never had a Church in the world, nor any particular Saint, but had their corruptions, So God never had a Church in the world, nor any particular Saint, but had their corruptions, av np1 av-x vhd dt n1 p-acp dt n1, ccx d j n1, cc-acp vhd po32 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6708 and were guilty of many miscarriages, which subjected them to the vindicative Justice of God. and were guilty of many miscarriages, which subjected them to the vindicative justice of God. cc vbdr j pp-f d n2, r-crq vvd pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6709 Now for the People of God (if I may so speak with holy Reverence) God hath tyed up his own hands, he cannot punish them with eternal punishments, he hath accepted a price, a satisfaction for them; Now for the People of God (if I may so speak with holy reverence) God hath tied up his own hands, he cannot Punish them with Eternal punishments, he hath accepted a price, a satisfaction for them; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (cs pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp j n1) n1 vhz vvn a-acp po31 d n2, pns31 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, dt n1 p-acp pno32; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6710 so as now, There is no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus: But he hath a controversie, even with Judah; so as now, There is no condemnation to them that Are in christ jesus: But he hath a controversy, even with Judah; av c-acp av, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp np1 np1: cc-acp pns31 vhz dt n1, av p-acp np1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6711 and he must punish Jacob according to his ways, and according to his doings he must recompence him, Hos. 12.3. and he must Punish Jacob according to his ways, and according to his doings he must recompense him, Hos. 12.3. cc pns31 vmb vvi np1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2-vdg pns31 vmb vvi pno31, np1 crd. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6712 This can be no otherwise, than by denying of them some good things in this life, either such spiritual enjoyments, This can be no otherwise, than by denying of them Some good things in this life, either such spiritual enjoyments, d vmb vbi av-dx av, cs p-acp vvg pp-f pno32 d j n2 p-acp d n1, d d j n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6713 as the denial of is yet consistent with their enjoyment of the eternal inheritance, or those things which concern the outward man. as the denial of is yet consistent with their enjoyment of the Eternal inheritance, or those things which concern the outward man. c-acp dt n1 pp-f vbz av j p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc d n2 r-crq vvb dt j n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6714 And as to wicked men, although their greater punishment is reserved unto another life; And as to wicked men, although their greater punishment is reserved unto Another life; cc c-acp p-acp j n2, cs po32 jc n1 vbz vvn p-acp j-jn n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6715 yet it is necessary for the vindication of Divine Justice before the world, that they should in this life also have their portion of affliction and misery: yet it is necessary for the vindication of Divine justice before the world, that they should in this life also have their portion of affliction and misery: av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmd p-acp d n1 av vhb po32 n1 pp-f n1 cc n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6716 for as to spiritual judgments, they are but secret plagues, which the world taketh no notice of, for as to spiritual Judgments, they Are but secret plagues, which the world Takes no notice of, c-acp c-acp p-acp j n2, pns32 vbr p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq dt n1 vvz dx n1 pp-f, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 342
6717 nor doth it understand the bitterness and terribleness of them: nor does it understand the bitterness and terribleness of them: ccx vdz pn31 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32: (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6718 and as to eternal punishments, they, as well as the eternal rewards of the righteous, are matters of faith, and as to Eternal punishments, they, as well as the Eternal rewards of the righteous, Are matters of faith, cc c-acp p-acp j n2, pns32, c-acp av c-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j, vbr n2 pp-f n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6719 and as not evidenced to the sense of the living part of the world; and as not evidenced to the sense of the living part of the world; cc c-acp xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6720 so neither to be made so demonstrable to their reason, as to inable the men of the world, from them alone, to conclude the Justice of God in recompencing sinners according to their ways. so neither to be made so demonstrable to their reason, as to inable the men of the world, from them alone, to conclude the justice of God in recompensing Sinners according to their ways. av av-dx pc-acp vbi vvn av j p-acp po32 n1, c-acp p-acp j dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp pno32 av-j, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6721 So that upon this supposition, that the God of Heaven is a righteous God, that will recompence every one according to his ways, So that upon this supposition, that the God of Heaven is a righteous God, that will recompense every one according to his ways, av cst p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j np1, cst vmb vvi d pi vvg p-acp po31 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6722 and that in the eyes of the world he will declare his Righteousness: and that in the eyes of the world he will declare his Righteousness: cc cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6723 There must be in this life, both a reward, and a punishment for the People of God, There must be in this life, both a reward, and a punishment for the People of God, pc-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n1, d dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6724 and a recompence for the wicked according to their ways; and a recompense for the wicked according to their ways; cc dt n1 p-acp dt j vvg p-acp po32 n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6725 and consequently such a rotation and circulation of Actual Providence, in the distribution of the good things of this life, and consequently such a rotation and circulation of Actual Providence, in the distribution of the good things of this life, cc av-j d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6726 as I have been discoursing to you. And this now gives you a reasonable account of this motion. as I have been discoursing to you. And this now gives you a reasonable account of this motion. c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn22. cc d av vvz pn22 dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 656 Page 343
6727 If you further require of me to give you a reasonable account, of the seeming inequality of the hand of Divine Providence, in these distributions, why it seemeth to give most advantage to evil men. If you further require of me to give you a reasonable account, of the seeming inequality of the hand of Divine Providence, in these distributions, why it seems to give most advantage to evil men. cs pn22 av-j vvb pp-f pno11 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n1, pp-f dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp d n2, c-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi ds n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 657 Page 343
6728 1. In the first place it is sufficient to repeat to you, what I before told you, that it is but a seeming advantage. 1. In the First place it is sufficient to repeat to you, what I before told you, that it is but a seeming advantage. crd p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, r-crq pns11 a-acp vvd pn22, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt j-vvg n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6729 The good things of this life are not in themselves good or evil, but as they are used and improved. The good things of this life Are not in themselves good or evil, but as they Are used and improved. dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr xx p-acp px32 j cc j-jn, cc-acp c-acp pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6730 Indeed they are such as of themselves have a tendency to make men better; but they make men better or worse, according to the hearts they meet with. Indeed they Are such as of themselves have a tendency to make men better; but they make men better or Worse, according to the hearts they meet with. av pns32 vbr d c-acp pp-f px32 vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av-jc; cc-acp pns32 vvb n2 av-jc cc av-jc, vvg p-acp dt n2 pns32 vvb p-acp. (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6731 Many a mans honours and riches prove his ruin here; Many a men honours and riches prove his ruin Here; av-d dt ng1 n2 cc n2 vvb po31 n1 av; (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6732 but they prove to many more (through the corruption of their hearts) the occasion of the eternal ruin of their souls, but they prove to many more (through the corruption of their hearts) the occasion of the Eternal ruin of their Souls, cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d dc (p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2) dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6733 as they give them more opportunities to exercise the lusts and corruptions of their hearts. as they give them more opportunities to exercise the Lustiest and corruptions of their hearts. c-acp pns32 vvb pno32 av-dc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6734 As they are sensible portions, so it is but reasonable, that the worst of men should have their portions of them; As they Are sensible portions, so it is but reasonable, that the worst of men should have their portions of them; p-acp pns32 vbr j n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst dt js pp-f n2 vmd vhi po32 n2 pp-f pno32; (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6735 and through the predominancy of lust and corruption in their hearts, they prove no advantages to them; and through the predominancy of lust and corruption in their hearts, they prove no advantages to them; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb dx n2 p-acp pno32; (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6736 but such things as fat them up to the day of slaughter, and further prepare them for the Revelation of the righteous Judgments of God against them. but such things as fat them up to the day of slaughter, and further prepare them for the Revelation of the righteous Judgments of God against them. cc-acp d n2 c-acp j pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-jc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 658 Page 343
6737 2. But, secondly, for riches and honours. The Providence of God doth ordinarily dispense them out to men, according to their indeavours, and oft-times rather suffers men to get them, then gives them to them. 2. But, secondly, for riches and honours. The Providence of God does ordinarily dispense them out to men, according to their endeavours, and ofttimes rather suffers men to get them, then gives them to them. crd p-acp, ord, c-acp n2 cc n2. dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi pno32 av p-acp n2, vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc av av vvz n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, av vvz pno32 p-acp pno32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 343
6738 Gods efficiency is indeed sometimes discernable in giving men estates and honours, giving them favour in the sight of Princes, raising them up great friends: God's efficiency is indeed sometime discernible in giving men estates and honours, giving them favour in the sighed of Princes, raising them up great Friends: npg1 n1 vbz av av j p-acp vvg n2 n2 cc n2, vvg pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg pno32 a-acp j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6739 but the most of men that come to great wealth and honours, arrive at them, by being only suffered by God to walk and prosper in their own ways. but the most of men that come to great wealth and honours, arrive At them, by being only suffered by God to walk and prosper in their own ways. cc-acp dt ds pp-f n2 cst vvb p-acp j n1 cc n2, vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp vbg av-j vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp po32 d n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6740 And indeed this is one reason, why the way to these great things in the world, is more open to the Sinners, And indeed this is one reason, why the Way to these great things in the world, is more open to the Sinners, cc av d vbz crd n1, q-crq dt n1 p-acp d j n2 p-acp dt n1, vbz av-dc j p-acp dt n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6741 than to the Saints of the Earth. than to the Saints of the Earth. cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6742 Our Saviour calleth riches, the Mammon of unrighteousness; and although it possibly was too large to say, omnis Dives; yet it had been true enough to have said, Plerun { que } Dives est vel iniquus vel iniqui haeres, great estates are at first gotten (usually) by ill means, Our Saviour calls riches, the Mammon of unrighteousness; and although it possibly was too large to say, omnis Dives; yet it had been true enough to have said, Plerun { que } Dives est vel iniquus vel iniqui haeres, great estates Are At First got (usually) by ill means, po12 n1 vvz n2, dt np1 pp-f n1; cc cs pn31 av-j vbds av j pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la; av pn31 vhd vbn j av-d pc-acp vhi vvn, vvb { fw-fr } fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, j n2 vbr p-acp ord vvn (av-j) p-acp j-jn n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6743 and are attainments, hardly fit for those who think themselves tyed up to the rule of the Gospel; and Are attainments, hardly fit for those who think themselves tied up to the Rule of the Gospel; cc vbr n2, av j p-acp d r-crq vvb px32 vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6744 being either got by undue sparing, or unjust dealing. And the same might be said of honours. being either god by undue sparing, or unjust dealing. And the same might be said of honours. vbg d vvn p-acp j vvg, cc j n-vvg. cc dt d vmd vbi vvn pp-f n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6745 Indeed it is not always so, sometimes God throw's an estate into a mans lap, that is careless of it, Indeed it is not always so, sometime God throw's an estate into a men lap, that is careless of it, np1 pn31 vbz xx av av, av np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cst vbz j pp-f pn31, (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6746 and heapeth honours upon some that seek not after it: and heapeth honours upon Some that seek not After it: cc vvz n2 p-acp d cst vvb xx p-acp pn31: (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6747 and this may be one reason, why in these distributions the Providence of God in the distribution of these things, moveth more to the appearing advantage of wicked men, who can use any arts and means to make themselves rich and great; and this may be one reason, why in these distributions the Providence of God in the distribution of these things, moves more to the appearing advantage of wicked men, who can use any arts and means to make themselves rich and great; cc d vmb vbi crd n1, c-crq p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vvz av-dc p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmb vvi d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi px32 j cc j; (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6748 than of those who live by a stricter rule, and must refuse gold offered them upon sinful terms, than of those who live by a Stricter Rule, and must refuse gold offered them upon sinful terms, cs pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp dt jc n1, cc vmb vvi n1 vvd pno32 p-acp j n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6749 and honours tendred them as a price for a prostituted conscience. 3. Experience teacheth us, That affliction and poverty, and a mean condition in the world, and honours tendered them as a price for a prostituted conscience. 3. Experience Teaches us, That affliction and poverty, and a mean condition in the world, cc n2 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvn n1. crd n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 cc n1, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 659 Page 344
6750 and a scant measure of the good things thereof, are most adequate to the exercises of grace, and a scant measure of the good things thereof, Are most adequate to the exercises of grace, cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 av, vbr av-ds j-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6751 and the enjoyment of communion with God. and the enjoyment of communion with God. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6752 Israel followeth God in the wilderness, in the land of droughts, and apostatizeth in the land of Canaan. When Jeshurun waxeth fat, she kicketh up the heel, like a fatted beast in the pasture, that while it was lean, was tame enough: Israel follows God in the Wilderness, in the land of droughts, and apostatizeth in the land of Canaan. When Jeshurun Waxes fat, she kicketh up the heel, like a fatted beast in the pasture, that while it was lean, was tame enough: np1 vvz np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. c-crq np1 vvz j, pns31 vvz a-acp dt n1, av-j dt vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, cst cs pn31 vbds j, vbds j av-d: (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6753 and therefore Agur prays as much against excessive riches, as poverty. and Therefore Agur prays as much against excessive riches, as poverty. cc av vvb vvz a-acp av-d p-acp j n2, c-acp n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6754 Now Gods whole design upon the Saints, is by his dispensations to them in this life, to fit them for the inheritance of the Saints in light; Now God's Whole Design upon the Saints, is by his dispensations to them in this life, to fit them for the inheritance of the Saints in Light; av npg1 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2, vbz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6755 and what he gives them, shall be no more, than will accompany salvation, and fit them for it. and what he gives them, shall be no more, than will accompany salvation, and fit them for it. cc r-crq pns31 vvz pno32, vmb vbi dx av-dc, cs vmb vvi n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (30) sermon (DIV3) 660 Page 344
6756 As to the third thing in my observation, who can give an account of the thing that is inaccountable? The reason of it lies in this: As to the third thing in my observation, who can give an account of the thing that is inaccountable? The reason of it lies in this: c-acp p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz j? dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvz p-acp d: (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 344
6757 That God will have mercy, upon whom he will have mercy: and whom he will, he hardeneth. That God will have mercy, upon whom he will have mercy: and whom he will, he Hardeneth. cst np1 vmb vhi n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1: cc r-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vvz. (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 344
6758 God will proclaim to the world, that his Grace is Grace, that is, free, not to be conveyed as an inheritance from the father to the child: God will proclaim to the world, that his Grace is Grace, that is, free, not to be conveyed as an inheritance from the father to the child: np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cst po31 vvb vbz n1, cst vbz, j, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 345
6759 not depending upon the merits of parents, nor annexed to any secular circumstances, nor any thing, which in this world maketh one man to differ from another. not depending upon the merits of Parents, nor annexed to any secular Circumstances, nor any thing, which in this world makes one man to differ from Another. xx vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, ccx vvn p-acp d j n2, ccx d n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvz crd n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 345
6760 But this is enough to give you some rational account of these motions of Divine Providence. But this is enough to give you Some rational account of these motions of Divine Providence. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi pn22 d j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 345
6761 I come now to the practical Application of what you have heard. I come now to the practical Application of what you have herd. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 661 Page 345
6782 You may possibly meet with particular persons, that are exceptions to this general rule, but hardly any body of people. You may possibly meet with particular Persons, that Are exceptions to this general Rule, but hardly any body of people. pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp j n2, cst vbr n2 p-acp d j n1, cc-acp av d n1 pp-f n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6762 Ʋse 1. And in the first place this Observation will confirm us, That the love of God to mens immortal souls, is not to be determined from his dispensations of the good things of this life. Ʋse 1. And in the First place this Observation will confirm us, That the love of God to men's immortal Souls, is not to be determined from his dispensations of the good things of this life. j crd cc p-acp dt ord n1 d n1 vmb vvi pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ng2 j n2, vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6763 In Gods special love, there is a certainty, in these things there is a great incertainty. In God's special love, there is a certainty, in these things there is a great incertainty. p-acp npg1 j n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1, p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbz dt j n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6764 These the Providence of God disposeth in some kind of Circulation; These the Providence of God Disposeth in Some kind of Circulation; np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d n1 pp-f np1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6765 sometimes godly men have them, sometimes wicked men, sometimes the Church of God, sometimes the Enemies of God. sometime godly men have them, sometime wicked men, sometime the Church of God, sometime the Enemies of God. av j n2 vhb pno32, av j n2, av dt n1 pp-f np1, av dt n2 pp-f np1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6766 The Providence of God (as you have heard) in these things moveth most to the advantage of the vilest men. The Providence of God (as you have herd) in these things moves most to the advantage of the Vilest men. dt n1 pp-f np1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) p-acp d n2 vvz av-ds p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6767 But leaving this more general branch of Application, I shall apply it more particularly. 1 To the sinners of the world that prosper. But leaving this more general branch of Application, I shall apply it more particularly. 1 To the Sinners of the world that prosper. p-acp vvg d dc j n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av-dc av-jn. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cst vvb. (30) sermon (DIV3) 662 Page 345
6768 The rod of God is not upon their backs, they are not plagued like other men: The rod of God is not upon their backs, they Are not plagued like other men: dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr xx vvn av-j j-jn n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 663 Page 345
6769 Gods Sun shineth upon their Tabernacles: their Bull gendreth, and faileth not; their-Cows calve, and cast not their calves; God's Sun shines upon their Tabernacles: their Bull gendereth, and Faileth not; their-Cows calve, and cast not their calves; npg1 n1 vvz p-acp po32 n2: po32 n1 vvz, cc vvz xx; ng1 fw-la, cc vvd xx po32 n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 663 Page 345
6770 they send forth their little ones like a flock, they take their Harps, and rejoyce at the sound of the Organ (as Job speaketh) riches, and power, and honour, are all with them. Three things I would take the advantage of this Observation to caution them against. they send forth their little ones like a flock, they take their Harps, and rejoice At the found of the Organ (as Job speaks) riches, and power, and honour, Are all with them. Three things I would take the advantage of this Observation to caution them against. pns32 vvb av po32 j pi2 vvi dt n1, pns32 vvb po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp n1 vvz) n2, cc n1, cc n1, vbr d p-acp pno32. crd n2 pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n1 pno32 p-acp. (30) sermon (DIV3) 663 Page 345
6771 1. That they would not promise themselves a perpetuity in this state. 1. That they would not promise themselves a perpetuity in this state. crd cst pns32 vmd xx vvi px32 dt n1 p-acp d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6772 As the child of God may say of his adversity and afflictions, these things are not Eternity; so the sinner may say of his prosperity. As the child of God may say of his adversity and afflictions, these things Are not Eternity; so the sinner may say of his Prosperity. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1 cc n2, d n2 vbr xx n1; av dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f po31 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6773 There is a circulation in the motions of Providence in its distribution of these things: The same spokes of the wheel are not always uppermost; There is a circulation in the motions of Providence in its distribution of these things: The same spokes of the wheel Are not always uppermost; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n2: dt d n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx av j; (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6774 you are now spokes in the upper part, the wheel will turn, and you will be lower; you Are now spokes in the upper part, the wheel will turn, and you will be lower; pn22 vbr av n2 p-acp dt jc n1, dt n1 vmb vvi, cc pn22 vmb vbi jc; (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6775 most sinners have their day, but it is but a day. Day and night, summer and winter, light and darkness follow one another in humane conditions, as well as in time: most Sinners have their day, but it is but a day. Day and night, summer and winter, Light and darkness follow one Another in humane conditions, as well as in time: ds n2 vhb po32 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1. n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc n1 vvb pi j-jn p-acp j n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6776 some have a summers-day, others a shorter winter-day, but none hath more than their hour or day. Some have a Summer's day, Others a shorter winter-day, but none hath more than their hour or day. d vhb dt n1, n2-jn av jc n1, cc-acp pix vhz dc cs po32 n1 cc n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 345
6777 It was Babilon's error to say, That she sate like a Lady, and should never see widowhood, or loss of children. It was Babilon's error to say, That she sat like a Lady, and should never see widowhood, or loss of children. pn31 vbds npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vvd av-j dt n1, cc vmd av-x vvi n1, cc n1 pp-f n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6778 God tells her both these should come upon her in one day. It is the weakness of humane nature to look upon any thing here as permanent. God tells her both these should come upon her in one day. It is the weakness of humane nature to look upon any thing Here as permanent. np1 vvz po31 d d vmd vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp crd n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av p-acp j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6779 Are you therefore in a state of prosperity? Is it your hour? think not you shall never be moved. are you Therefore in a state of Prosperity? Is it your hour? think not you shall never be moved. vbr pn22 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vbz pn31 po22 n1? vvb xx pn22 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6780 David, Psal. 30. said in the day when his mountain stood strong, That he should never be moved. David, Psalm 30. said in the day when his mountain stood strong, That he should never be moved. np1, np1 crd vvd p-acp dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vvd j, cst pns31 vmd av-x vbi vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6781 God did but hide his face, and he was troubled. God did but hide his face, and he was troubled. np1 vdd p-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pns31 vbds vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 664 Page 346
6783 2. Let what you have heard admonish you not to glory and triumph in your prosperous state; 2. Let what you have herd admonish you not to glory and triumph in your prosperous state; crd vvb r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vvb pn22 xx p-acp n1 cc vvi p-acp po22 j n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6784 if you will rejoyce, let it be with trembling. The observation affords two reasons why the prosperous sinner should not excessively rejoyce. 1. Because there is a circulation in these motions of Providence. if you will rejoice, let it be with trembling. The observation affords two Reasons why the prosperous sinner should not excessively rejoice. 1. Because there is a circulation in these motions of Providence. cs pn22 vmb vvi, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp vvg. dt n1 vvz crd n2 c-crq dt j n1 vmd xx av-j vvi. crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6785 This was that which quieted Davids spirit, disturbed at the prosperous state of ungodly men, Psal. 73.18. Surely thou hast set them in slippery places, thou castedst them down into destruction. This was that which quieted Davids Spirit, disturbed At the prosperous state of ungodly men, Psalm 73.18. Surely thou hast Set them in slippery places, thou castedst them down into destruction. d vbds d r-crq vvd npg1 n1, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, np1 crd. av-j pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp j n2, pns21 vvd2 pno32 a-acp p-acp n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6786 2 I have told you that the Providence of God in these dispensations seemeth to incline most to favour the worst of men. 2 I have told you that the Providence of God in these dispensations seems to incline most to favour the worst of men. crd pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vvz pc-acp vvi av-ds pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6787 David, Psal. 17.13, 14. prayeth to be delivered from wicked men, who have their portion in this life, David, Psalm 17.13, 14. Prayeth to be Delivered from wicked men, who have their portion in this life, np1, np1 crd, crd vvz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, r-crq vhb po32 n1 p-acp d n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6788 and whose belly God filled with his hidden treasure. and whose belly God filled with his hidden treasure. cc rg-crq n1 np1 vvd p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6789 It hath been an ordinary thing for good men to suspect the love of God to them, It hath been an ordinary thing for good men to suspect the love of God to them, pn31 vhz vbn dt j n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6790 when they have met with no changes. when they have met with no changes. c-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp dx n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6791 Luther was afraid God intended to put him off with the good things of this life. Luther was afraid God intended to put him off with the good things of this life. np1 vbds j np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6792 But, saith he, I protested that I would not be so satisfied. But, Says he, I protested that I would not be so satisfied. p-acp, vvz pns31, pns11 vvd cst pns11 vmd xx vbi av vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 665 Page 346
6793 3. Lastly, This speaketh aloud to sinners on the pinacles of the world, not to harden their hearts. 3. Lastly, This speaks aloud to Sinners on the pinnacles of the world, not to harden their hearts. crd ord, d vvz av p-acp n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6794 Sin gives a man a base spirit, you shall ordinarily observe, that the worst of men are most proud and haughty in their prosperity, since gives a man a base Spirit, you shall ordinarily observe, that the worst of men Are most proud and haughty in their Prosperity, n1 vvz dt n1 dt j n1, pn22 vmb av-j vvi, cst dt js pp-f n2 vbr av-ds j cc j p-acp po32 n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6795 and the most cowardly and low in their spirits, when an hour of adversity comes. and the most cowardly and low in their spirits, when an hour of adversity comes. cc dt av-ds j cc av-j p-acp po32 n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6796 How ordinarily do we see it? If vile and abject men get a little power on their side, there is no living by them, their insolencies, oppressions and cruelties are so intolerable; How ordinarily do we see it? If vile and abject men get a little power on their side, there is no living by them, their insolences, oppressions and cruelties Are so intolerable; c-crq av-jn vdi pns12 vvb pn31? cs j cc j n2 vvb dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp pno32, po32 n2, n2 cc n2 vbr av j; (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6797 but let them be a little under hatches, there's none will crouch so basely. but let them be a little under Hates, there's none will crouch so basely. cc-acp vvb pno32 vbi dt j p-acp n2, pc-acp|vbz pix vmb vvi av av-j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6798 But, O you fools, when will you be wise? O that in their days of health, they would but think they may be sick, But, Oh you Fools, when will you be wise? Oh that in their days of health, they would but think they may be sick, p-acp, uh pn22 n2, c-crq vmb pn22 vbi j? uh cst p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vmd p-acp vvi pns32 vmb vbi j, (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6799 when they are rich, that they may be poor; that when they are the head, they would consider they may be the tail. when they Are rich, that they may be poor; that when they Are the head, they would Consider they may be the tail. c-crq pns32 vbr j, cst pns32 vmb vbi j; cst c-crq pns32 vbr dt n1, pns32 vmd vvi pns32 vmb vbi dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6800 Prosperity then would not harden them: but it is true, which the Holy Ghost tells us, That prosperity slayeth the fool. Prosperity then would not harden them: but it is true, which the Holy Ghost tells us, That Prosperity slays the fool. n1 av vmd xx vvi pno32: cc-acp pn31 vbz j, r-crq dt j n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vvz dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 346
6801 It seldom doth a child of God good. Before I was afflicted (saith holy David) I went astray; It seldom does a child of God good. Before I was afflicted (Says holy David) I went astray; pn31 av vdz dt n1 pp-f np1 j. c-acp pns11 vbds vvn (vvz j np1) pns11 vvd av; (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6802 but it ordinarily slayeth the fool. I shall advantage this with this further observation. but it ordinarily slays the fool. I shall advantage this with this further observation. p-acp pn31 av-j vvz dt n1. pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp d jc n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6803 As it is usually observed, that men who have had a long and non-interrupted health, seldom escape the first acute sickness they meet with. As it is usually observed, that men who have had a long and non-interrupted health, seldom escape the First acute sickness they meet with. p-acp pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst n2 r-crq vhb vhn dt j cc j n1, av vvb dt ord j n1 pns32 vvb p-acp. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6804 So it is very rare, that God entereth into judgment with a sinner, that hath enjoyed a long prosperity, but he utterly consumeth him; So it is very rare, that God entereth into judgement with a sinner, that hath enjoyed a long Prosperity, but he utterly consumeth him; av pn31 vbz av j, cst np1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vhz vvn dt j n1, cc-acp pns31 av-j vvz pno31; (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6805 you cannot but observe in reading the Prophets, that as they denounced the Judgments of God against his own People; you cannot but observe in reading the prophets, that as they denounced the Judgments of God against his own People; pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp vvg dt n2, cst c-acp pns32 vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 d n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6806 so they also denounced them against the Enemies of God, and with this remarkable difference. so they also denounced them against the Enemies of God, and with this remarkable difference. av pns32 av vvn pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp d j n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6807 They seldom threaten judgment to them, but it was utter ruin; God would make a full end of them. But saith God, They seldom threaten judgement to them, but it was utter ruin; God would make a full end of them. But Says God, pns32 av vvb n1 p-acp pno32, cc-acp pn31 vbds j n1; np1 vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f pno32. p-acp vvz np1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6808 as to his own people, Thou shalt not go utterly unpunished. as to his own people, Thou shalt not go utterly unpunished. c-acp p-acp po31 d n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi av-j j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6809 I will make a full end of the Nations, that have carried thee away captive, but I will not make a full end of thee, Jer. 30.11, &c. I will make a full end of the nations, that have carried thee away captive, but I will not make a full end of thee, Jer. 30.11, etc. pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, cst vhb vvn pno21 av j-jn, p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f pno21, np1 crd, av (30) sermon (DIV3) 666 Page 347
6810 But secondly, Let me turn my self to them that fear the Lord, and improve my observation as to them in three or four words. But secondly, Let me turn my self to them that Fear the Lord, and improve my observation as to them in three or four words. p-acp ord, vvb pno11 vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno32 d vvb dt n1, cc vvb po11 n1 c-acp p-acp pno32 p-acp crd cc crd n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 667 Page 347
6811 1. Fret not then at the prosperous state of wicked men. 1. Fret not then At the prosperous state of wicked men. crd vvb xx av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6812 It is the great argument of the 37 Psalm: where it is pressed from a great variety of arguments. It is the great argument of the 37 Psalm: where it is pressed from a great variety of Arguments. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt crd n1: c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6813 Remember that the motions of Providence are circular. remember that the motions of Providence Are circular. np1 cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr j-jn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6814 There are two sorts of things that use mightily to affect us. 1. Strange and unusual things. 2 Things which appear to us against reason. There Are two sorts of things that use mightily to affect us. 1. Strange and unusual things. 2 Things which appear to us against reason. pc-acp vbr crd n2 pp-f n2 cst vvb av-j pc-acp vvi pno12. crd j cc j n2. crd n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6815 It is no strange thing, Job 12.6. Job complained that the tabernacles of robbers prospered, and they that provoked God were secure, the men into whose hands God bringeth abundantly. It is no strange thing, Job 12.6. Job complained that the Tabernacles of robbers prospered, and they that provoked God were secure, the men into whose hands God brings abundantly. pn31 vbz dx j n1, n1 crd. np1 vvd cst dt n2 pp-f n2 vvd, cc pns32 cst vvd np1 vbdr j, dt n2 p-acp rg-crq n2 np1 vvz av-j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6816 Disturb not your selves then if you see men of prodigious wickedness great in power, Disturb not your selves then if you see men of prodigious wickedness great in power, vvb xx po22 n2 av cs pn22 vvb n2 pp-f j n1 j p-acp n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6817 and honour, and riches, and flourishing ('tis but what hath always been) and trampling under foot the people of the Lord. and honour, and riches, and flourishing (it's but what hath always been) and trampling under foot the people of the Lord. cc n1, cc n2, cc vvg (pn31|vbz p-acp r-crq vhz av vbn) cc vvg p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6818 It is no new thing that happeneth to you. It is no new thing that Happeneth to you. pn31 vbz dx j n1 cst vvz p-acp pn22. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6819 A second sort of things we usually startle at, are those things which seem to us unreasonable; we cannot reconcile them to our thoughts, A second sort of things we usually startle At, Are those things which seem to us unreasonable; we cannot reconcile them to our thoughts, dt ord n1 pp-f n2 pns12 av-j vvi p-acp, vbr d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno12 j; pns12 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp po12 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6820 and such a thing is this prosperity of sinners: but this fancy speaketh only, 1. The weakness of our faith. and such a thing is this Prosperity of Sinners: but this fancy speaks only, 1. The weakness of our faith. cc d dt n1 vbz d n1 pp-f n2: cc-acp d n1 vvz av-j, crd dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6821 2. And the shallowness of our reason. 2. And the shallowness of our reason. crd cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6822 If we had faith but as a grain of mustard-seed, that we could believe a life to come, If we had faith but as a grain of Mustard seed, that we could believe a life to come, cs pns12 vhd n1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 347
6823 and the joys of an eternal state, in which these men shall have no portion; and the Joys of an Eternal state, in which these men shall have no portion; cc dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq d n2 vmb vhi dx n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6824 we should not think these things of that value, but that God might reasonably give them to wicked men. we should not think these things of that valve, but that God might reasonably give them to wicked men. pns12 vmd xx vvi d n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp cst np1 vmd av-j vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6825 We are like ordinary people, that never were out of the Town where they live, We Are like ordinary people, that never were out of the Town where they live, pns12 vbr av-j j n1, cst av-x vbdr av pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns32 vvb, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6826 or the Nation wherein they were born, that take that Town, or that Nation to be all the world, and think there is no place better than that which they see and live in. or the nation wherein they were born, that take that Town, or that nation to be all the world, and think there is no place better than that which they see and live in. cc dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, cst vvb cst n1, cc d n1 pc-acp vbi d dt n1, cc vvb pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-jc cs d r-crq pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6827 Did we believe that there is a more enduring substance? an house in the Heavens not made with hands, Did we believe that there is a more enduring substance? an house in the Heavens not made with hands, vdd pns12 vvi cst pc-acp vbz dt av-dc j-vvg n1? dt n1 p-acp dt n2 xx vvn p-acp n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6828 an inheritance that is immortal, incorruptible, that fadeth not away, to none of which the ungodly man hath any right at all, we should never trouble our selves, that the Sun shineth a little upon the Tabernacles of ungodly men: an inheritance that is immortal, incorruptible, that fades not away, to none of which the ungodly man hath any right At all, we should never trouble our selves, that the Sun shines a little upon the Tabernacles of ungodly men: dt n1 cst vbz j, j, cst vvz xx av, p-acp pix pp-f r-crq dt j n1 vhz d n-jn p-acp d, pns12 vmd av-x vvi po12 n2, cst dt n1 vvz dt j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2: (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6829 we should think it but reasonable, that God should allow something of the good things of this life to vile and profligate livers. we should think it but reasonable, that God should allow something of the good things of this life to vile and profligate livers. pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp j, cst np1 vmd vvi pi pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp j cc vvi n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6830 Remember how the Father of the prodigal quieted the Son that had been always with him, troubled that his brother, who had devoured his living with Harlots, had the fatted calf killed for him, Luke 15.31. Son, remember thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. remember how the Father of the prodigal quieted the Son that had been always with him, troubled that his brother, who had devoured his living with Harlots, had the fatted calf killed for him, Lycia 15.31. Son, Remember thou art ever with me, and all that I have is thine. np1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn vvd dt n1 cst vhd vbn av p-acp pno31, vvd cst po31 n1, r-crq vhd vvn po31 n-vvg p-acp n2, vhd dt vvn n1 vvn p-acp pno31, av crd. n1, vvb pns21 vb2r av p-acp pno11, cc d cst pns11 vhb vbz png21. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6831 The People of God, have God always with them, and are admitted to a daily communion with God; The People of God, have God always with them, and Are admitted to a daily communion with God; dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb np1 av p-acp pno32, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6832 all the grace, all the glory of God is theirs. all the grace, all the glory of God is theirs. d dt vvb, d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz png32. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6833 Think this reward enough for the cleansing of thy heart, and the washing of thy hands; Think this reward enough for the cleansing of thy heart, and the washing of thy hands; vvb d n1 av-d p-acp dt vvg pp-f po21 n1, cc dt n-vvg pp-f po21 n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6834 and seeing the swearers and blasphemers, and even the worst men of the world, are Gods Creatures, and seeing the swearers and blasphemers, and even the worst men of the world, Are God's Creatures, cc vvg dt n2 cc n2, cc av dt js n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr n2 n2, (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6835 and some of them (though they mean not so), yet do God service sometimes; and Some of them (though they mean not so), yet do God service sometime; cc d pp-f pno32 (c-acp pns32 vvb xx av), av vdb np1 n1 av; (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6836 do not judg it unreasonable that God should give them a portion in this life. do not judge it unreasonable that God should give them a portion in this life. vdb xx vvb pn31 j cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp d n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6837 But I forbear knowing, that it will fall in my way hereafter, when I shall come to open the hard Chapters of Divine Providence, to speak more fully to the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. But I forbear knowing, that it will fallen in my Way hereafter, when I shall come to open the hard Chapters of Divine Providence, to speak more Fully to the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence. p-acp pns11 vvb vvg, cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp po11 n1 av, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 668 Page 348
6838 2. This calleth unto the People of God, if at any time they be in a prosperous state to look for an hour of adversity. 2. This calls unto the People of God, if At any time they be in a prosperous state to look for an hour of adversity. crd np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs p-acp d n1 pns32 vbb p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 348
6839 The Circulations of Divine Providence admonish Gods People of this; The Circulations of Divine Providence admonish God's People of this; dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvi npg1 n1 pp-f d; (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 348
6840 no man reasonably saith in the morning, that the Sun shall set no more in his Horizon, no man reasonably Says in the morning, that the Sun shall Set no more in his Horizon, dx n1 av-j vvz p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp po31 n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 348
6841 nor in the Summer, that he shall never feel the cold, or see the storms of another Winter; nor in the Summer, that he shall never feel the cold, or see the storms of Another Winter; ccx p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi dt j-jn, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 348
6842 he considers the Ordinances of nature, and the Circulation of these natural motions. he considers the Ordinances of nature, and the Circulation of these natural motions. pns31 vvz dt n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f d j n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 348
6843 It is as unreasonable to promise our selves stated and uninterrupted felicity in this life, to say (as David) In our prosperity I shall never be moved. It is as unreasonable to promise our selves stated and uninterrupted felicity in this life, to say (as David) In our Prosperity I shall never be moved. pn31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 vvn cc j-vvn n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi (c-acp np1) p-acp po12 n1 pns11 vmb av-x vbi vvn. (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 349
6844 Be rather thinking what you shall do, if God should bring you into such a condition. Be rather thinking what you shall do, if God should bring you into such a condition. vbb av-c vvg r-crq pn22 vmb vdi, cs np1 vmd vvi pn22 p-acp d dt n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 669 Page 349
6845 3. Nor do you despond in adversity. Say to the Enemies of Church and Gospel, as the Church in Micah, Mic. 7.8. Rejoyce not against me, O mine enemy; 3. Nor do you despond in adversity. Say to the Enemies of Church and Gospel, as the Church in micah, Mic. 7.8. Rejoice not against me, Oh mine enemy; crd ccx vdb pn22 vvb p-acp n1. vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. vvb xx p-acp pno11, uh po11 n1; (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6846 when I fall, I shall rise; when I sit in darkness, the Lord shall be a light unto me. when I fallen, I shall rise; when I fit in darkness, the Lord shall be a Light unto me. c-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi; c-crq pns11 vvb p-acp n1, dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp pno11. (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6847 It is as unreasonable for any to conclude at midnight, that there shall never be a morning, It is as unreasonable for any to conclude At midnight, that there shall never be a morning, pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cst a-acp vmb av-x vbi dt n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6848 as in the morning to fancy there shall never be a midnight more: as in the morning to fancy there shall never be a midnight more: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp vmb av-x vbi dt n1 av-dc: (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6849 you have not it may be in this life those full measures of the good things thereof, which others have; you have not it may be in this life those full measures of the good things thereof, which Others have; pn22 vhb xx pn31 vmb vbi p-acp d n1 d j n2 pp-f dt j n2 av, r-crq n2-jn vhb; (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6850 But, saith David, Psal. 17. when I awake, I shall be satisfied with thy likeness. Some interpret it of an awaking at the resurrection, that is sure enough. But, Says David, Psalm 17. when I awake, I shall be satisfied with thy likeness. some interpret it of an awaking At the resurrection, that is sure enough. p-acp, vvz np1, np1 crd c-crq pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1. d vvb pn31 pp-f dt n-vvg p-acp dt n1, cst vbz j av-d. (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6851 Some of an awaking out of his afflicted state; God in this life is not always smiting, not always grieving the children of men. some of an awaking out of his afflicted state; God in this life is not always smiting, not always grieving the children of men. d pp-f dt n-vvg av pp-f po31 j-vvn n1; np1 p-acp d n1 vbz xx av vvg, xx av vvg dt n2 pp-f n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6852 The rod of the wicked shall not always lye upon the back of the righteous. The rod of the wicked shall not always lie upon the back of the righteous. dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6853 Do not build too much upon these hopes, remember that God hath better things for his people, Do not built too much upon these hope's, Remember that God hath better things for his people, vdb xx vvi av av-d p-acp d n2, vvb cst np1 vhz jc n2 p-acp po31 n1, (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6854 than riches and honours, and earthly power. Heaven is their portion, but yet even as to this life, do not cast away your hope. than riches and honours, and earthly power. Heaven is their portion, but yet even as to this life, do not cast away your hope. cs n2 cc n2, cc j n1. n1 vbz po32 n1, cc-acp av av c-acp p-acp d n1, vdb xx vvi av po22 n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 670 Page 349
6855 4. But lastly, Be patient under all the frowns of Divine Providence. 4. But lastly, Be patient under all the frowns of Divine Providence. crd p-acp ord, vbb j p-acp d dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6856 This is the method of Providence, the sinner must have his hour, and that hour to the People of God will be the very power of darkness. The beasts that are nearest the slaughter, usually have the fattest pastures; This is the method of Providence, the sinner must have his hour, and that hour to the People of God will be the very power of darkness. The beasts that Are nearest the slaughter, usually have the Fattest pastures; d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 vmb vhi po31 n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f n1. dt n2 cst vbr av-j dt n1, av-j vhb dt js n2; (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6857 God hath far better things reserved for them that love him, and even in this life: God hath Far better things reserved for them that love him, and even in this life: np1 vhz av-j j n2 vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31, cc av p-acp d n1: (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6858 He will not leave you comfortless, he will come unto you; He will not leave you comfortless, he will come unto you; pns31 vmb xx vvi pn22 j, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn22; (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6859 if not to the rescue of your bodies, yet to the relief, support, and satisfaction of your souls. if not to the rescue of your bodies, yet to the relief, support, and satisfaction of your Souls. cs xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, av p-acp dt n1, vvb, cc n1 pp-f po22 n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6860 Wherefore comfort your selves with these words. Wherefore Comfort your selves with these words. q-crq n1 po22 n2 p-acp d n2. (30) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 349
6861 SERMON XXVII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXVII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 671 Page 350
6862 WE take notice in the world, that Wisdom is not so much the daughter of study, as of experience. It is a practical habit, directing the ordering of mens conversations to their best advantage: WE take notice in the world, that Wisdom is not so much the daughter of study, as of experience. It is a practical habit, directing the ordering of men's conversations to their best advantage: pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt n1, cst n1 vbz xx av av-d dt n1 pp-f vvb, c-acp pp-f n1. pn31 vbz dt j n1, vvg dt n-vvg pp-f ng2 n2 p-acp po32 js n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6863 which is not so well acquired from our poring on books, and making conclusions from connate principles, or maxims of others, which is not so well acquired from our poring on books, and making conclusions from connate principles, or maxims of Others, r-crq vbz xx av av vvn p-acp po12 j-vvg p-acp n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp j n2, cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6881 I have already offered to you twelve Observations upon the motions of Providence, I yet proceed, I have already offered to you twelve Observations upon the motions of Providence, I yet proceed, pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp pn22 crd n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns11 av vvb, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6959 I beseech thee, O Lord, remember me now how I have walked before thee in truth, I beseech thee, Oh Lord, Remember me now how I have walked before thee in truth, pns11 vvb pno21, uh n1, vvb pno11 av c-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pno21 p-acp n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6864 as from the observation of what we see in the world. Hence we observe what Job said, Job 12.12. with the Auncients is wisdom. Elihu said, Job 32.7. Days shall speak, and multitude of years shall teach wisdom. as from the observation of what we see in the world. Hence we observe what Job said, Job 12.12. with the Ancients is Wisdom. Elihu said, Job 32.7. Days shall speak, and multitude of Years shall teach Wisdom. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1. av pns12 vvb r-crq np1 vvd, n1 crd. p-acp dt n2-j vbz n1. np1 vvd, n1 crd. n2 vmb vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2 vmb vvi n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6865 There must indeed be supposed a foundation in nature, and that is a good faculty of judgment, and a foundation in art; There must indeed be supposed a Foundation in nature, and that is a good faculty of judgement, and a Foundation in art; a-acp vmb av vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp n1, cc d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6866 for wisdom dwelleth with knowledg, but neither nature, nor art and study will make a morally wise man. Observation contributes more than either: for Wisdom dwells with knowledge, but neither nature, nor art and study will make a morally wise man. Observation contributes more than either: p-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp dx n1, ccx n1 cc vvb vmb vvi dt av-j j n1. n1 vvz av-dc cs d: (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6867 and this is the reason that wisdom is with the Auncients, and that multitude of years teacheth it. and this is the reason that Wisdom is with the Ancients, and that multitude of Years Teaches it. cc d vbz dt n1 cst n1 vbz p-acp dt n2-j, cc d n1 pp-f n2 vvz pn31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6868 The reason of this is, the inequal distribution of reason to reasonable creatures, and the prevalence of passion above it in the most of men; The reason of this is, the inequal distribution of reason to reasonable creatures, and the prevalence of passion above it in the most of men; dt n1 pp-f d vbz, dt j n1 pp-f vvb p-acp j n2, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 p-acp dt ds pp-f n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6869 from this it is, that we can better conclude what is like to be done in the world, from what hath been done, from this it is, that we can better conclude what is like to be done in the world, from what hath been done, p-acp d pn31 vbz, cst pns12 vmb av-jc vvi r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq vhz vbn vdn, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6870 than from any rational principles, which will tell us what one would think reasonable men should do. than from any rational principles, which will tell us what one would think reasonable men should do. cs p-acp d j n2, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 r-crq pi vmd vvi j n2 vmd vdi. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6871 Spiritual Wisdom likewise is much gained by observation: this is that which we call experience, by which we understand not always what our selves have felt, Spiritual Wisdom likewise is much gained by observation: this is that which we call experience, by which we understand not always what our selves have felt, j n1 av vbz av-d vvn p-acp n1: d vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb xx av r-crq po12 n2 vhb vvn, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6872 but what we have seen with our eyes, what we have remarked in Gods dealings. but what we have seen with our eyes, what we have remarked in God's dealings. cc-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn p-acp n2 n2-vvg. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6873 And the reason of this, is our imperfect understanding of what God hath revealed in his word, which lets us see, that we stand in need both of the Spirit, and of the Providence of God to be our interpreters; And the reason of this, is our imperfect understanding of what God hath revealed in his word, which lets us see, that we stand in need both of the Spirit, and of the Providence of God to be our Interpreters; cc dt n1 pp-f d, vbz po12 j n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, r-crq vvz pno12 vvi, cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1 av-d pp-f dt n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi po12 n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 350
6874 and the oneness and immutability of God gives us a far better advantage to gain wisdom from the issues of his Providence, and the oneness and immutability of God gives us a Far better advantage to gain Wisdom from the issues of his Providence, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12 av av-j jc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6875 then the variable passions of men will allow us to gain from what we see in their actings, whose methods oft-times vastly differ one from another; then the variable passion of men will allow us to gain from what we see in their actings, whose methods ofttimes vastly differ one from Another; cs dt j n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po32 n2, rg-crq n2 av av-j vvi pi p-acp n-jn; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6876 so as the policies of one age, have no cognation with those of another. so as the policies of one age, have no cognation with those of Another. av c-acp dt n2 pp-f crd n1, vhb dx n1 p-acp d pp-f n-jn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6877 The reason also of which is, because there is a wheel within these wheels (though the fools and blind men of the world see it not) governing these sensible wheels, to the designs of his eternal counsels. The reason also of which is, Because there is a wheel within these wheels (though the Fools and blind men of the world see it not) governing these sensible wheels, to the designs of his Eternal Counsels. dt n1 av pp-f r-crq vbz, c-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2 (cs dt n2 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb pn31 xx) vvg d j n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6878 Hence it is, that he who is wise, will observe; Hence it is, that he who is wise, will observe; av pn31 vbz, cst pns31 r-crq vbz j, vmb vvi; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6879 and he who would be wise, must observe the motions of Divine Providence; which though it hath many secret and unsearchable motions, and he who would be wise, must observe the motions of Divine Providence; which though it hath many secret and unsearchable motions, cc pns31 r-crq vmd vbi j, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; r-crq cs pn31 vhz d j-jn cc j n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6880 yet also hath many certain and uniform motions, which will fall under the science and understanding of the soul, that giveth up it self to the study and observation of them. yet also hath many certain and uniform motions, which will fallen under the science and understanding of the soul, that gives up it self to the study and observation of them. av av vhz d j cc j n2, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz p-acp pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6960 and with a perfect heart, that is, an upright sincere heart; and with a perfect heart, that is, an upright sincere heart; cc p-acp dt j n1, cst vbz, dt j j n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6882 and shall at present offer you some further things chiefly relating to the motions of Divine Providence, in the executing of Divine Justice and Judgment, and that as well in the rewarding of the righteous, as in the punishment of the sinner; and shall At present offer you Some further things chiefly relating to the motions of Divine Providence, in the executing of Divine justice and Judgement, and that as well in the rewarding of the righteous, as in the punishment of the sinner; cc vmb p-acp j n1 pn22 d jc n2 av-jn vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, cc d c-acp av p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6883 Two great works of Divine Providence, about which indeed it is mostly taken up: it goeth to and fro the world, doing this work every day; Two great works of Divine Providence, about which indeed it is mostly taken up: it Goes to and from the world, doing this work every day; crd j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq av pn31 vbz j vvn a-acp: pn31 vvz p-acp cc p-acp dt n1, vdg d n1 d n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6884 let us see how far we can track it, or make any judgment from the prints of its feet, where, let us see how Far we can track it, or make any judgement from the prints of its feet, where, vvb pno12 vvi c-crq av-j pns12 vmb n1 pn31, cc vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, c-crq, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6885 or what we are like to meet with from it: meet it we must at every turn of our lives; or what we Are like to meet with from it: meet it we must At every turn of our lives; cc r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pn31: vvb pn31 pns12 vmb p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6886 our business is to make up a judgment, what we are like to meet with from it, our business is to make up a judgement, what we Are like to meet with from it, po12 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp pn31, (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6887 whether it be like to say unto us, Hast thou met me, O my friend! or as Ahab to Elijah, Hast thou met me, O mine enemy! whither it be like to say unto us, Hast thou met me, Oh my friend! or as Ahab to Elijah, Hast thou met me, Oh mine enemy! cs pn31 vbb j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, vh2 pns21 vvn pno11, uh po11 n1! cc p-acp np1 p-acp np1, vh2 pns21 vvn pno11, uh po11 n1! (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6888 The next Observation I shall commend to you, is this: The next Observation I shall commend to you, is this: dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, vbz d: (31) sermon (DIV3) 672 Page 351
6889 Observ. 13. The reward of the righteous man, and also of the sinner, is always certain and constant, Observation 13. The reward of the righteous man, and also of the sinner, is always certain and constant, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc av pp-f dt n1, vbz av j cc j, (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6890 though not always sensible and uniform? This must be true. Shall not the judg of all the earth do right? Gen. 18.25. though not always sensible and uniform? This must be true. Shall not the judge of all the earth do right? Gen. 18.25. cs xx av j cc j? d vmb vbi j. vmb xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 vdb vvi? np1 crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6891 It is in the nature of God to do justly, far sooner shall a good tree bring forth corrupt fruit, It is in the nature of God to do justly, Far sooner shall a good tree bring forth corrupt fruit, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi av-j, av-j av-c vmb dt j n1 vvi av j n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6892 than a righteous God do an unrighteous act. than a righteous God do an unrighteous act. cs dt j np1 vdb dt j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6893 It is written in the Will and Promises of God, and in the threatnings which declare the Will of God against sinners. It is written in the Will and Promises of God, and in the threatenings which declare the Will of God against Sinners. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc vvz pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2-vvg r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6894 Say ye to the righteous, that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings: Say you to the righteous, that it shall be well with them, for they shall eat the fruit of their doings: vvb pn22 p-acp dt j, cst pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-vdg: (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 351
6895 Wo unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him, Isa. 3.9, 10. Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged: Woe unto the wicked, it shall be ill with him, for the reward of his hands shall be given him, Isaiah 3.9, 10. Though a sinner do evil an hundred times, and his days be prolonged: n1 p-acp dt j, pn31 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn pno31, np1 crd, crd cs dt n1 vdb av-jn dt crd n2, cc po31 n2 vbb vvn: (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 352
6896 yet surely it shall be well with them that fear God, that fear before him: yet surely it shall be well with them that Fear God, that Fear before him: av av-j pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32 cst vvb np1, cst vvb p-acp pno31: (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 352
6897 But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, Eccles. 8.12. But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he prolong his days, Eccles. 8.12. cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp dt j, dx vmb pns31 vvi po31 n2, np1 crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 352
6898 But it may be better for your edification, that I should open the Observation in the branches of it. But it may be better for your edification, that I should open the Observation in the branches of it. p-acp pn31 vmb vbi jc p-acp po22 n1, cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 352
6899 The subject of my discourse you see is the vindicative and remunerative Justice of God, considered as in the hand of Actual Providence, I say of both. The Subject of my discourse you see is the vindicative and remunerative justice of God, considered as in the hand of Actual Providence, I say of both. dt n-jn pp-f po11 n1 pn22 vvb vbz dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, pns11 vvb pp-f d. (31) sermon (DIV3) 673 Page 352
6900 1. That it is certain, both the one and the other is certain; 1. That it is certain, both the one and the other is certain; crd cst pn31 vbz j, d dt crd cc dt n-jn vbz j; (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6901 for the sinner that swears and drinks, and wallows in his beastly lusts, that lies and cheats, for the sinner that swears and drinks, and wallows in his beastly Lustiest, that lies and cheats, p-acp dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz, cc vvz p-acp po31 j n2, cst vvz cc vvz, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6922 3. That neither the reward of the one, nor the punishment of the other are uniform, or always sensible. 3. That neither the reward of the one, nor the punishment of the other Are uniform, or always sensible. crd cst dx dt n1 pp-f dt crd, ccx dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbr j, cc av j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 676 Page 353
6902 and oppresseth, and breaks Sabbaths, that murthereth, and committeth adultery, and lives in the violation of the Commandments of God, his Judgment is certain, his damnation sleepeth not; and Oppresses, and breaks Sabbaths, that murdereth, and Committeth adultery, and lives in the violation of the commandments of God, his Judgement is certain, his damnation Sleepeth not; cc vvz, cc vvz n2, cst vvz, cc vvz n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, po31 n1 vbz j, po31 n1 vvz xx; (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6903 the Providence of God shall most certainly meet him, as a Bear robbed of her whelps, to tear him in pieces, the Providence of God shall most Certainly meet him, as a Bear robbed of her whelps, to tear him in Pieces, dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-ds av-j vvi pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvd pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6904 and there shall be none to deliver. and there shall be none to deliver. cc pc-acp vmb vbi pix pc-acp vvi. (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6905 On the contrary, for him that worketh righteousness, that herein exerciseth himself to keep a conscience void of offence, both towards God, On the contrary, for him that works righteousness, that herein Exerciseth himself to keep a conscience void of offence, both towards God, p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp pno31 cst vvz n1, cst av vvz px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f n1, av-d p-acp np1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6906 and towards men, that liveth an holy life and conversation, his reward is certain. The certainty of both these depends, 1. Ʋpon the immutable nature of God. and towards men, that lives an holy life and Conversation, his reward is certain. The certainty of both these depends, 1. Ʋpon the immutable nature of God. cc p-acp n2, cst vvz dt j n1 cc n1, po31 n1 vbz j. dt n1 pp-f d d vvz, crd av dt j n1 pp-f np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6907 The righteous God loveth righteousness, and hateth iniquity, he cannot clear the guilty; he cannot but reward the righteous; The righteous God loves righteousness, and hates iniquity, he cannot clear the guilty; he cannot but reward the righteous; dt j np1 vvz n1, cc vvz n1, pns31 vmbx vvb dt j; pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi dt j; (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6908 as soon shall God cease to be God, as the persisting sinner go unpunished, or the persevering Saint be unrewarded. 2. It dependeth upon the irrevocable will of God. God hath said it, the Lord hath spoken it, as soon shall God cease to be God, as the persisting sinner go unpunished, or the persevering Saint be unrewarded. 2. It dependeth upon the irrevocable will of God. God hath said it, the Lord hath spoken it, c-acp av vmb np1 vvi pc-acp vbi np1, c-acp dt vvg n1 vvb j, cc dt j n1 vbb j. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. np1 vhz vvn pn31, dt n1 vhz vvn pn31, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6909 and it shall come to pass. and it shall come to pass. cc pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6910 Heaven and Earth shall pass away, before a word shall fail of all which the mouth of the Lord has spoken. 3. It dependeth upon the faithfulness of Divine Providence, in acting conformably to the Divine Nature, in the execution of the Divine Counsels, Heaven and Earth shall pass away, before a word shall fail of all which the Mouth of the Lord has spoken. 3. It dependeth upon the faithfulness of Divine Providence, in acting conformably to the Divine Nature, in the execution of the Divine Counsels, n1 cc n1 vmb vvi av, p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pp-f d r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz vvn. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6911 and in pursute of the Divine Will. and in pursuit of the Divine Will. cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6912 Providence is Gods action in time, God cannot act contrary to himself, nor contrary to his revealed Will. Providence is God's actium in time, God cannot act contrary to himself, nor contrary to his revealed Will. n1 vbz npg1 n1 p-acp n1, np1 vmbx vvi j-jn p-acp px31, ccx n-jn p-acp po31 vvn n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6913 But this is what none without great impiety can so much as doubt. But I added, But this is what none without great impiety can so much as doubt. But I added, p-acp d vbz q-crq pix p-acp j n1 vmb av av-d c-acp vvb. p-acp pns11 vvd, (31) sermon (DIV3) 674 Page 352
6914 2. That both the punishment of the sinner, and the reward of the righteous man is constant. 2. That both the punishment of the sinner, and the reward of the righteous man is constant. crd cst d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbz j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 352
6915 This is not now a matter of so sensible demonstration, but equally true with the other, Psal. 7.11. The holy Psalmist tells us, He judgeth the righteous, and is angry with the wicked every day. This is not now a matter of so sensible demonstration, but equally true with the other, Psalm 7.11. The holy Psalmist tells us, He Judgeth the righteous, and is angry with the wicked every day. d vbz xx av dt n1 pp-f av j n1, cc-acp av-jn j p-acp dt n-jn, np1 crd. dt j n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vvz dt j, cc vbz j p-acp dt j d n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 352
6916 Anger in God signifieth nothing of passion, as it doth in us. Anger in God signifies nothing of passion, as it does in us. n1 p-acp np1 vvz pix pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vdz p-acp pno12. (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6917 It only signifieth Gods just will to punish sinners, and the execution of this his just will and pleasure. It only signifies God's just will to Punish Sinners, and the execution of this his just will and pleasure. pn31 av-j vvz npg1 av vmb pc-acp vvi n2, cc dt n1 pp-f d po31 j n1 cc n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6918 Now I take that phrase, God is angry with the wicked every day, to be true in both senses; Now I take that phrase, God is angry with the wicked every day, to be true in both Senses; av pns11 vvb d n1, np1 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp d n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6919 not only that God hath an immutable will, purpose, and resolution to punish resolved and impenitent sinners, not only that God hath an immutable will, purpose, and resolution to Punish resolved and impenitent Sinners, xx j cst np1 vhz dt j n1, n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi vvn cc j n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6920 but also that he is every day doing of it: and so he is every day rewarding the righteous man. but also that he is every day doing of it: and so he is every day rewarding the righteous man. cc-acp av cst pns31 vbz d n1 vdg pp-f pn31: cc av pns31 vbz d n1 vvg dt j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6921 But this will better appear in my Explication of the third thing, where I told you, But this will better appear in my Explication of the third thing, where I told you, p-acp d vmb av-jc vvi p-acp po11 n1 pp-f dt ord n1, c-crq pns11 vvd pn22, (31) sermon (DIV3) 675 Page 353
6923 And indeed the notattending to this, is all that gives the least advantage to the complaints of Job, David, Jeremiah and Habakkuk, concerning the prosperity of the wicked. And indeed the notattending to this, is all that gives the least advantage to the complaints of Job, David, Jeremiah and Habakkuk, Concerning the Prosperity of the wicked. cc av dt vvg p-acp d, vbz d cst vvz dt ds n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1 cc np1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 676 Page 353
6924 God sometimes punisheth sinners by temporary afflictions and judgments: these now are obvious to every eye, and incur into all mens senses. God sometime Punisheth Sinners by temporary afflictions and Judgments: these now Are obvious to every eye, and incur into all men's Senses. np1 av vvz n2 p-acp j n2 cc n2: d av vbr j p-acp d n1, cc vvi p-acp d ng2 n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 676 Page 353
6925 All men take notice of mens being afflicted in their persons, crossed in their relations, in their estates, &c. But thus God doth not always punish the worst of men. All men take notice of men's being afflicted in their Persons, crossed in their relations, in their estates, etc. But thus God does not always Punish the worst of men. av-d n2 vvb n1 pp-f ng2 n1 vvn p-acp po32 n2, vvn p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2, av p-acp av np1 vdz xx av vvi dt js pp-f n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 676 Page 353
6926 2. He hath another way of punishing, and that more dreadful, that is, by spiritual judgments; ubi poenalis nutritur impunitas, a punishing them by suffering them to go unpunished. 2. He hath Another Way of punishing, and that more dreadful, that is, by spiritual Judgments; ubi Poenalis nutritur impunitas, a punishing them by suffering them to go unpunished. crd pns31 vhz j-jn n1 pp-f vvg, cc d dc j, cst vbz, p-acp j n2; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt vvg pno32 p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6927 God never more smartly threatned the ten Tribes, than when he told them by the Prophet, Hos. 4.14. I will not punish your daughters, when they commit whoredom, nor your spouse when they commit adultery. God never more smartly threatened the ten Tribes, than when he told them by the Prophet, Hos. 4.14. I will not Punish your daughters, when they commit whoredom, nor your spouse when they commit adultery. np1 av-x av-dc av-j vvd dt crd n2, cs c-crq pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. pns11 vmb xx vvi po22 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb n1, ccx po22 n1 c-crq pns32 vvb n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6928 He never spake more severely, than when he said, Why should they be smitten any more, they will revolt more and more, Isa. 1.5. Hence impenitency, hardness of heart: He never spoke more severely, than when he said, Why should they be smitten any more, they will revolt more and more, Isaiah 1.5. Hence impenitency, hardness of heart: pns31 av-x vvd av-dc av-j, cs c-crq pns31 vvd, q-crq vmd pns32 vbi vvn d dc, pns32 vmb vvi av-dc cc av-dc, np1 crd. av n1, n1 pp-f n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6929 hence they bless themselves in their sinful courses: this makes them shut their eyes, and stop their ears. hence they bless themselves in their sinful courses: this makes them shut their eyes, and stop their ears. av pns32 vvb px32 p-acp po32 j n2: d vvz pno32 vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6930 This is indeed an insensible judgment; but as it is with the wounds of the body, the more secret they are, This is indeed an insensible judgement; but as it is with the wounds of the body, the more secret they Are, d vbz av dt j n1; cc-acp c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, dt av-dc j-jn pns32 vbr, (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6931 and inward, the worse they are: and inward, the Worse they Are: cc j, dt jc pns32 vbr: (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6932 so it is with judgments upon a man, the more inward and insensible, the more desperate and dangerous is the case. so it is with Judgments upon a man, the more inward and insensible, the more desperate and dangerous is the case. av pn31 vbz p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, dt av-dc j cc j, dt av-dc j cc j vbz dt n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6933 The giving of sinners up to a blindness of mind, (as in the case of the Israelites), Isa. 6.9. to an hardness of heart (as in the case of Pharaoh), Exod. 4.21. to vile affections, (as in the case of the Heathen), Rom. 1.26. to a reprobate mind, &c. These are of all other the greatest punishment, one or other way God is angry with the wicked every day. The giving of Sinners up to a blindness of mind, (as in the case of the Israelites), Isaiah 6.9. to an hardness of heart (as in the case of Pharaoh), Exod 4.21. to vile affections, (as in the case of the Heathen), Rom. 1.26. to a Reprobate mind, etc. These Are of all other the greatest punishment, one or other Way God is angry with the wicked every day. dt vvg pp-f n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1), np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1), np1 crd. p-acp j n2, (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn), np1 crd. p-acp dt j-jn n1, av d vbr pp-f d n-jn dt js n1, crd cc j-jn n1 np1 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6934 Although he is not every day plaguing them with sensible judgments; Although he is not every day plaguing them with sensible Judgments; cs pns31 vbz xx d n1 vvg pno32 p-acp j n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 353
6935 yet when he is not doing this, he is letting them alone (as God spake concerning Ephraim, Ephraim is joyned to idols, let him alone ) suffering them to go on in their own ways, by which means their hearts grow more hard and impenitent, more blind and insensible: and this is the reason that wicked men grow worse and worse, more vile in their affections, more sottish and reprobate in their minds and judgments, more vile and abominable in their lives. yet when he is not doing this, he is letting them alone (as God spoke Concerning Ephraim, Ephraim is joined to Idols, let him alone) suffering them to go on in their own ways, by which means their hearts grow more hard and impenitent, more blind and insensible: and this is the reason that wicked men grow Worse and Worse, more vile in their affections, more sottish and Reprobate in their minds and Judgments, more vile and abominable in their lives. av c-crq pns31 vbz xx vdg d, pns31 vbz vvg pno32 av-j (c-acp np1 vvd vvg np1, np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, vvb pno31 av-j) vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp r-crq vvz po32 n2 vvi dc j cc j, dc j cc j: cc d vbz dt n1 cst j n2 vvb av-jc cc av-jc, av-dc j p-acp po32 n2, av-dc j cc j-jn p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, av-dc j cc j p-acp po32 n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6936 And as the punishment of the sinner, so the reward of the righteous man, though it be always certain and constant, And as the punishment of the sinner, so the reward of the righteous man, though it be always certain and constant, cc c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pn31 vbb av j cc j, (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6937 yet it is not uniform, nor always sensible, especially to others. yet it is not uniform, nor always sensible, especially to Others. av pn31 vbz xx j, ccx av j, av-j p-acp n2-jn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6938 The certainty of their reward standeth upon the very same foundations, that the certainty of the sinners punishment doth, The certainty of their reward Stands upon the very same foundations, that the certainty of the Sinners punishment does, dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvz p-acp dt j d n2, cst dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vdz, (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6939 and so doth the constancy of it: and so does the constancy of it: cc av vdz dt n1 pp-f pn31: (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6940 for as God is angry with the wicked every day, so God is well-pleased with the righteous every day; for as God is angry with the wicked every day, so God is well-pleased with the righteous every day; c-acp c-acp np1 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1, av np1 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6941 he can every day go to God, and say unto him, Thou art my father; God is every day well-pleased with him, and delighted in him. he can every day go to God, and say unto him, Thou art my father; God is every day well-pleased with him, and delighted in him. pns31 vmb d n1 vvi p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp pno31, pns21 vb2r po11 n1; np1 vbz d n1 j p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6942 But I say, these rewards are not always uniform, our heavenly Father hath more than one blessing; But I say, these rewards Are not always uniform, our heavenly Father hath more than one blessing; p-acp pns11 vvb, d vvz vbr xx av j, po12 j n1 vhz dc cs crd n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6943 sometimes he blesseth him that worketh righteousness after one manner, sometimes after another, but he always blesseth them. sometime he Blesses him that works righteousness After one manner, sometime After Another, but he always Blesses them. av pns31 vvz pno31 cst vvz n1 p-acp crd n1, av c-acp j-jn, cc-acp pns31 av vvz pno32. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6944 Let me a little open to you the plenty of blessings, which our heavenly Father hath, Let me a little open to you the plenty of blessings, which our heavenly Father hath, vvb pno11 dt j j p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq po12 j n1 vhz, (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6945 and shew you how variously he rewardeth him that worketh righteousness. 1. Sometimes some of his people shall be blessed with outward blessings. and show you how variously he Rewardeth him that works righteousness. 1. Sometime Some of his people shall be blessed with outward blessings. cc vvb pn22 c-crq av-j pns31 vvz pno31 cst vvz n1. crd av d pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 677 Page 354
6946 Abraham shall be a rich man, and have many flocks and herds. Joseph shall be the second man in Egypt. David and Solomon shall be great Princes. Abraham shall be a rich man, and have many flocks and herds. Joseph shall be the second man in Egypt. David and Solomon shall be great Princes. np1 vmb vbi dt j n1, cc vhb d n2 cc n2. np1 vmb vbi dt ord n1 p-acp np1. np1 cc np1 vmb vbi j n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6947 Mordecay shall be the man whom the King of Persia shall delight to honour. Daniel shall be the first president. Mordecai shall be the man whom the King of Persiam shall delight to honour. daniel shall be the First president. np1 vmb vbi dt n1 ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi. np1 vmb vbi dt ord n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6948 This is necessary that God may justifie his Promises of this nature: you have such, Psal. 128.1, 2, 3. and in many other Texts of holy Writ. This is necessary that God may justify his Promises of this nature: you have such, Psalm 128.1, 2, 3. and in many other Texts of holy Writ. d vbz j cst np1 vmb vvi po31 vvz pp-f d n1: pn22 vhb d, np1 crd, crd, crd cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f j vvn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6949 They may be necessary to uphold the interest of God in the world. The world must sometimes say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous. They may be necessary to uphold the Interest of God in the world. The world must sometime say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous. pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. dt n1 vmb av vvi, av-j a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6950 Gods own people shall sometimes have healthy bodies, numerous families, plentiful comfort in their relations; God's own people shall sometime have healthy bodies, numerous families, plentiful Comfort in their relations; n2 d n1 vmb av vhi j n2, j n2, j n1 p-acp po32 n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6951 many left hand-mercies, added to those spiritual blessings, with which God hath blessed them all in Jesus Christ. many left hand-mercies, added to those spiritual blessings, with which God hath blessed them all in jesus christ. d j n2, vvn p-acp d j n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 d p-acp np1 np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 678 Page 354
6952 2. Others now God doth not reward this way, but he rewardeth them in their souls and inward man: 2. Others now God does not reward this Way, but he Rewardeth them in their Souls and inward man: crd ng2-jn av np1 vdz xx vvi d n1, p-acp pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp po32 n2 cc j n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 354
6953 and indeed this is the constant reward of them that fear the Lord: and there is a variety in these too. and indeed this is the constant reward of them that Fear the Lord: and there is a variety in these too. cc av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb dt n1: cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d av. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 354
6954 God doth not measure out the same kinds, nor the same proportions unto all. God does not measure out the same Kinds, nor the same proportions unto all. np1 vdz xx vvi av dt d n2, ccx av d n2 p-acp d. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6955 Some are blessed with a quiet conscience, possibly they have not extasies of joy as others, some Are blessed with a quiet conscience, possibly they have not ecstasies of joy as Others, d vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-j pns32 vhb xx n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-jn, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6956 but their hearts do not condemn them: and this is indeed the usual reward of the man that worketh righteousness: but their hearts do not condemn them: and this is indeed the usual reward of the man that works righteousness: cc-acp po32 n2 vdb xx vvi pno32: cc d vbz av dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vvz n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6957 The work of righteousness shall be peace (saith the Prophet), Isa. 32.17. The work of righteousness shall be peace (Says the Prophet), Isaiah 32.17. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi n1 (vvz dt n1), np1 crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6958 If God brings them to a sick-bed, or into any other strait, they can say with Hezekiah, 2 King. 20.3. If God brings them to a sickbed, or into any other strait, they can say with Hezekiah, 2 King. 20.3. cs np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d j-jn n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1, crd n1. crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6961 or with Nehemiah 13, 14. Remember me, O Lord, concerning this, and wipe not out my good deeds which I have done for the house of my God. or with Nehemiah 13, 14. remember me, Oh Lord, Concerning this, and wipe not out my good Deeds which I have done for the house of my God. cc p-acp np1 crd, crd vvb pno11, uh n1, vvg d, cc vvb xx av po11 j n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6962 And give me leave to tell you, this is a great reward, but to be delivered from the sowre reflexions of a condemning conscience: And give me leave to tell you, this is a great reward, but to be Delivered from the sour reflexions of a condemning conscience: cc vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, d vbz dt j n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt vvg n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6963 for as there is nothing more nauseous and troublesom to us, than the sower recoilings of our stomack; for as there is nothing more nauseous and troublesome to us, than the sour recoilings of our stomach; c-acp c-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cc j p-acp pno12, cs dt j n2-vvg pp-f po12 n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6964 so there is no greater torment to a mans life, than the recoilings of a guilty conscience. so there is no greater torment to a men life, than the recoilings of a guilty conscience. av a-acp vbz dx jc n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs dt n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6965 Nothing is oft-times so great a torture to a sinner as this, when he saith unto his conscience, Is it peace? and his conscience tells him, What peace? so long as thy drunkenness, thy whoredoms, thy lyes, Nothing is ofttimes so great a torture to a sinner as this, when he Says unto his conscience, Is it peace? and his conscience tells him, What peace? so long as thy Drunkenness, thy whoredoms, thy lies, np1 vbz av av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp d, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, vbz pn31 n1? cc po31 n1 vvz pno31, q-crq n1? av av-j c-acp po21 n1, po21 n2, po21 n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6966 and oaths and blasphemies, thy cheating and cozening, thy oppression and violence remain? There is no peace to the wicked (saith my God). and Oaths and Blasphemies, thy cheating and cozening, thy oppression and violence remain? There is no peace to the wicked (Says my God). cc n2 cc n2, po21 vvg cc vvg, po21 n1 cc n1 vvi? pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j (vvz po11 np1). (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6967 On the other side there is nothing so refreshing unto a spirit tired with the crosness of the world, On the other side there is nothing so refreshing unto a Spirit tired with the crossness of the world, p-acp dt j-jn n1 a-acp vbz pix av vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6968 than to find a peace within himself. than to find a peace within himself. cs pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6969 Now this is the general reward of the righteous man, if he misseth raptures and extasies of joy; Now this is the general reward of the righteous man, if he misses raptures and ecstasies of joy; av d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs pns31 vvz n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6970 yet he cometh not short ordinarily of a quiet and serenity of a waky and awakened conscience. yet he comes not short ordinarily of a quiet and serenity of a waky and awakened conscience. av pns31 vvz xx j av-j pp-f dt j-jn cc n1 pp-f dt j cc vvn n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6971 I know there are hours of melancholy, and darkness, and desertion, to which the best of Gods People are exposed; I know there Are hours of melancholy, and darkness, and desertion, to which the best of God's People Are exposed; pns11 vvb pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f n-jn, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vbr vvn; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6972 but these are but rare examples in comparison of those multitudes of godly ones, that walk in some blessed view of their own sincerity and uprightness. but these Are but rare Examples in comparison of those Multitudes of godly ones, that walk in Some blessed view of their own sincerity and uprightness. cc-acp d vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j pi2, d vvb p-acp d j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 d n1 cc n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6973 Some he rewardeth in their inward man, with raptures and extasies of God: some he Rewardeth in their inward man, with raptures and ecstasies of God: d pns31 vvz p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f np1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6974 They know and are perswaded that nothing shall separate them from the love of God in Jesus Christ; They know and Are persuaded that nothing shall separate them from the love of God in jesus christ; pns32 vvb cc vbr vvn cst pix vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 np1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6975 they defie death and hell, and challenge the fatal strokes which others tremble at the thoughts of. they defy death and hell, and challenge the fatal Strokes which Others tremble At the thoughts of. pns32 vvb n1 cc n1, cc vvi dt j n2 r-crq n2-jn vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6976 They complain of time, and were it not for the Law of God in the case, would dismiss their souls of their prison, They complain of time, and were it not for the Law of God in the case, would dismiss their Souls of their prison, pns32 vvb pp-f n1, cc vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vmd vvi po32 n2 pp-f po32 n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6977 and lye (like men waiting for a wind) longing for that happy gale, that should carry their souls into the wide Sea of Eternity. and lie (like men waiting for a wind) longing for that happy gale, that should carry their Souls into the wide Sea of Eternity. cc vvb (av-j n2 vvg p-acp dt n1) vvg p-acp d j n1, cst vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 355
6978 But this is but the portion of a few, and scarce the abiding temper of them neither; But this is but the portion of a few, and scarce the abiding temper of them neither; p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d, cc av-j dt j-vvg n1 pp-f pno32 d; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6979 but such hours the People of God have had. but such hours the People of God have had. cc-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb vhn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6980 Some again he rewardeth inwardly with strength, confirmed habits of grace, and contentment with their portion, &c. Their outward man decreaseth, some again he Rewardeth inwardly with strength, confirmed habits of grace, and contentment with their portion, etc. Their outward man decreaseth, d av pns31 vvz av-j p-acp n1, vvn n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp po32 n1, av po32 j n1 vvz, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6981 but their inward man increaseth day by day: they are poor in purse, but rich in grace; but their inward man increases day by day: they Are poor in purse, but rich in grace; cc-acp po32 j n1 vvz n1 p-acp n1: pns32 vbr j p-acp n1, cc-acp j p-acp n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6982 they have but little, but they are content with what they have, and tell all the world they have enough. they have but little, but they Are content with what they have, and tell all the world they have enough. pns32 vhb p-acp j, cc-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb, cc vvb d dt n1 pns32 vhb av-d. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6983 And let me tell you, that as punishments in the inward man, are the greatest punishments; And let me tell you, that as punishments in the inward man, Are the greatest punishments; cc vvb pno11 vvi pn22, cst p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1, vbr dt js n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6984 so these spiritual rewards are of all other the greatest rewards, which is matter of easie demonstration, so these spiritual rewards Are of all other the greatest rewards, which is matter of easy demonstration, av d j n2 vbr pp-f d n-jn dt js n2, r-crq vbz n1 pp-f j n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6985 if we will but allow our souls to be our nobler parts, and the Jewel to be better than the Cabinet. Whatsoever tends to the debasing and ruining the soul, must be the greatest evil; if we will but allow our Souls to be our Nobler parts, and the Jewel to be better than the Cabinet. Whatsoever tends to the debasing and ruining the soul, must be the greatest evil; cs pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi po12 n2 pc-acp vbi po12 jc n2, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi jc cs dt n1. r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg cc vvg dt n1, vmb vbi dt js n-jn; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6986 and whatsoever conduceth to its ennobling or felicity, must be the greatest reward and good. and whatsoever conduceth to its ennobling or felicity, must be the greatest reward and good. cc r-crq vvz p-acp po31 j-vvg cc n1, vmb vbi dt js n1 cc j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6987 Besides this, spiritual judgments are the continual forerunners of such as are temporal, and spiritual mercies draw after them, at least a proportion and sufficiency of the good things of this life. Beside this, spiritual Judgments Are the continual forerunners of such as Are temporal, and spiritual Mercies draw After them, At least a proportion and sufficiency of the good things of this life. p-acp d, j n2 vbr dt j n2 pp-f d c-acp vbr j, cc j n2 vvb p-acp pno32, p-acp ds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6988 All these things shall be added unto you (saith our Saviour). 2 Chron. 25.16. God sent a Prophet unto Amaziah, the King would not hear him; All these things shall be added unto you (Says our Saviour). 2 Chronicles 25.16. God sent a Prophet unto Amaziah, the King would not hear him; d d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22 (vvz po12 n1). crd np1 crd. np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 vmd xx vvi pno31; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6989 see what the Prophet saith, I know (saith the Prophet) that God hath determined to destroy thee: see what the Prophet Says, I know (Says the Prophet) that God hath determined to destroy thee: vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz, pns11 vvb (vvz dt n1) d np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno21: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6990 why? because thou hast done this, and hast not hearkned unto my counsel: Spiritual judgments forerun temporal, you have it, Isa. 6.10. why? Because thou hast done this, and hast not hearkened unto my counsel: Spiritual Judgments forerun temporal, you have it, Isaiah 6.10. q-crq? c-acp pns21 vh2 vdn d, cc vvb xx vvd p-acp po11 n1: j n2 vvb j, pn22 vhb pn31, np1 crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6991 When the Prophet asked how long? how long in seeing, they should see, and not perceive; When the Prophet asked how long? how long in seeing, they should see, and not perceive; c-crq dt n1 vvd c-crq av-j? q-crq av-j p-acp vvg, pns32 vmd vvi, cc xx vvi; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6992 and hearing they should hear, and not understand? God answereth, Ʋntil the cities be wasted without an inhabitant, and hearing they should hear, and not understand? God Answers, Ʋntil the cities be wasted without an inhabitant, cc vvg pns32 vmd vvi, cc xx vvi? np1 vvz, np1 dt n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6993 and the houses should be left without men, and the land should be utterly desolate. and the houses should be left without men, and the land should be utterly desolate. cc dt n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2, cc dt n1 vmd vbi av-j j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6994 In like manner spiritual rewards and mercies never go without something of this life, if not a plenty, In like manner spiritual rewards and Mercies never go without something of this life, if not a plenty, p-acp j n1 j n2 cc n2 av-x vvb p-acp pi pp-f d n1, cs xx dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6995 yet a sufficiency, food convenient for Gods People. Finally, as spiritual judgments are the forerunners of eternal ruin: yet a sufficiency, food convenient for God's People. Finally, as spiritual Judgments Are the forerunners of Eternal ruin: av dt n1, n1 j p-acp npg1 n1. av-j, c-acp j n2 vbr dt n2 pp-f j n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6996 so spiritual rewards are the more certain forerunners of eternal salvation; so spiritual rewards Are the more certain forerunners of Eternal salvation; av j n2 vbr dt av-dc j n2 pp-f j n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6997 they are the things which (as the Apostle speaks) accompany salvation, and make men meet for the Kingdom of God. they Are the things which (as the Apostle speaks) accompany salvation, and make men meet for the Kingdom of God. pns32 vbr dt n2 r-crq (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vvb n1, cc vvi n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 679 Page 356
6998 3. But God sometimes rewards his people with sufferings. This you may think a strange reward. 3. But God sometime rewards his people with sufferings. This you may think a strange reward. crd p-acp np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp n2. d pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 356
6999 But yet a reward it is, Christ promiseth to the losers for him, that they should receive children, houses, lands, with persecutions; and the Apostles, Act. 5.41. rejoyced they were thought worthy to suffer shame for his name-sake. But yet a reward it is, christ promises to the losers for him, that they should receive children, houses, Lands, with persecutions; and the Apostles, Act. 5.41. rejoiced they were Thought worthy to suffer shame for his namesake. p-acp av dt n1 pn31 vbz, np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 p-acp pno31, cst pns32 vmd vvi n2, n2, n2, p-acp n2; cc dt n2, n1 crd. vvd pns32 vbdr vvn j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 356
7000 God honoureth that man whom he calleth out to be a witness for him, and to carry his cross after him. God Honoureth that man whom he calls out to be a witness for him, and to carry his cross After him. np1 vvz d n1 ro-crq pns31 vvz av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7001 Job speaketh of other afflictions, and cryeth out, Job 7.17. Job speaks of other afflictions, and Cries out, Job 7.17. np1 vvz pp-f j-jn n2, cc vvz av, np1 crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7002 Lord, what is man that thou shouldst magnifie him? that thou shouldst set thine heart upon him? that thou shouldst visit him every morning, Lord, what is man that thou Shouldst magnify him? that thou Shouldst Set thine heart upon him? that thou Shouldst visit him every morning, n1, r-crq vbz n1 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31? cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno31? cst pns21 vmd2 vvi pno31 d n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7003 and try him every moment? What need we more than what the Apostle assureth us? Heb. 12. That whom the Lord loveth, he chasteneth, and try him every moment? What need we more than what the Apostle assureth us? Hebrew 12. That whom the Lord loves, he Chasteneth, cc vvi pno31 d n1? q-crq vvb pns12 av-dc cs r-crq dt n1 vvz pno12? np1 crd cst r-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz, (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7004 and scourgeth every child whom he receiveth: and scourges every child whom he receives: cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz: (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7005 Our light and momentany afflictions (saith the Apostle) shall work for us a far more eternal and exceeding weight of glory: Our Light and momentany afflictions (Says the Apostle) shall work for us a Far more Eternal and exceeding weight of glory: po12 n1 cc n1 n2 (vvz dt n1) vmb vvi p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7006 and if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him, Rom. 1.17. This variety of rewards our heavenly Father hath. and if we suffer with him, we shall also be glorified together with him, Rom. 1.17. This variety of rewards our heavenly Father hath. cc cs pns12 vvb p-acp pno31, pns12 vmb av vbi vvn av p-acp pno31, np1 crd. d n1 pp-f n2 po12 j n1 vhz. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7007 The rewards of the righteous from God are not uniform, but always certain and constant: The rewards of the righteous from God Are not uniform, but always certain and constant: dt n2 pp-f dt j p-acp np1 vbr xx j, cc-acp av j cc j: (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7008 one way or other, Gods Providence is always doing them good, and rewarding their righteous deeds: one Way or other, God's Providence is always doing them good, and rewarding their righteous Deeds: pi n1 cc n-jn, npg1 n1 vbz av vdg dt j, cc vvg po32 j n2: (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7009 and this must necessarily be true upon the Apostles Hypothesis, That all things shall work together for the good of them that love God. and this must necessarily be true upon the Apostles Hypothesis, That all things shall work together for the good of them that love God. cc d vmb av-j vbi j p-acp dt n2 n1, cst d n2 vmb vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7010 But I hasten to the Application. Ʋse 1. In the first place let me recommend this to your observation. But I hasten to the Application. Ʋse 1. In the First place let me recommend this to your observation. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1. j crd p-acp dt ord n1 vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp po22 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 680 Page 357
7011 Though there be such a vast difference between good and evil in their own intrinsick natures, Though there be such a vast difference between good and evil in their own intrinsic nature's, cs pc-acp vbb d dt j n1 p-acp j cc j-jn p-acp po32 d j n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7012 as might justly allure us into the embraces of the former, and scare every man from the pursuit of the latter; as might justly allure us into the embraces of the former, and scare every man from the pursuit of the latter; c-acp vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, cc vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7013 yet such is our nature, that we stand in need of encouragements to the former by rewards, yet such is our nature, that we stand in need of encouragements to the former by rewards, av d vbz po12 n1, cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j p-acp n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7014 and by the terrors of the Lord to be scared from the latter; and by the terrors of the Lord to be scared from the latter; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7015 and there cannot be any thing more effectual with us to discourage sin, and incourage goodness, and there cannot be any thing more effectual with us to discourage since, and encourage Goodness, cc a-acp vmbx vbi d n1 av-dc j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi n1, cc vvi n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7016 than if we can effectually perswade our selves, that the punishment of sin is both certain and constant, and the reward of righteousness is so also. than if we can effectually persuade our selves, that the punishment of since is both certain and constant, and the reward of righteousness is so also. cs cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi po12 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d j cc j, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av av. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7017 This is the point I have endeavoured to demonstrate, and you have heard that the reason of any ones presumption of the contrary, is their looking at nothing as a punishment or a reward but what is sensible, This is the point I have endeavoured to demonstrate, and you have herd that the reason of any ones presumption of the contrary, is their looking At nothing as a punishment or a reward but what is sensible, d vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi, cc pn22 vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f d pig n1 pp-f dt n-jn, vbz po32 n-vvg p-acp pix p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvb p-acp r-crq vbz j, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7018 than which we cannot be guilty of a greater mistake, nor any of worser consequence, than which we cannot be guilty of a greater mistake, nor any of Worse consequence, cs r-crq pns12 vmbx vbi j pp-f dt jc n1, ccx d pp-f jc n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7019 as to the malign influence it will have upon our lives, and (consequently) upon our eternal state. as to the malign influence it will have upon our lives, and (consequently) upon our Eternal state. c-acp p-acp dt vvi n1 pn31 vmb vhi p-acp po12 n2, cc (av-j) p-acp po12 j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7020 But consider what hath been said, and judg whether a man can do any thing to the greater ruin of himself, But Consider what hath been said, and judge whither a man can do any thing to the greater ruin of himself, cc-acp vvb r-crq vhz vbn vvn, cc vvb cs dt n1 vmb vdi d n1 p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f px31, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7021 than to go on in an impenitent and resolved course of sinning against God. than to go on in an impenitent and resolved course of sinning against God. cs pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7022 Possibly you do observe, that as to outward things it is much one with a profane swearer and blasphemer, Possibly you do observe, that as to outward things it is much one with a profane swearer and blasphemer, av-j pn22 vdb vvi, cst c-acp p-acp j n2 pn31 vbz d pi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7023 as with the man that reverenceth the glorious God, and feareth an oath, Eccles. 9.2. with the drunkard, as with him that is sober; as with the man that reverenceth the glorious God, and fears an oath, Eccles. 9.2. with the drunkard, as with him that is Sobrium; c-acp p-acp dt n1 cst vvz dt j np1, cc vvz dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 cst vbz j; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 357
7024 with the chast, as with the unclean; with the Sabbath-breaker, as with him that remembers to keep holy Gods day; with the chaste, as with the unclean; with the Sabbath breaker, as with him that remembers to keep holy God's day; p-acp dt j, c-acp p-acp dt j; p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp pno31 cst vvz pc-acp vvi j npg1 n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7025 nay the profane lawless sinner is in greater honour and power than the other, richer than the other: nay the profane lawless sinner is in greater honour and power than the other, Richer than the other: uh dt j j n1 vbz p-acp jc n1 cc n1 cs dt n-jn, jc cs dt n-jn: (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7026 and this incourageth thee to joyn with them. But poor creature! and this Encourageth thee to join with them. But poor creature! cc d vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. p-acp j n1! (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7027 hath he that hath many blessings, but one curse, think'st thou? Observe well that same prosperous sinner, hath he that hath many blessings, but one curse, Thinkest thou? Observe well that same prosperous sinner, vhz pns31 cst vhz d n2, cc-acp crd n1, vv2 pns21? vvb av cst d j n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7028 and tell me if every day he doth not grow worse, if according to his pastures, he be not filled with all the fruits of unrighteousness, and tell me if every day he does not grow Worse, if according to his pastures, he be not filled with all the fruits of unrighteousness, cc vvb pno11 cs d n1 pns31 vdz xx vvi av-jc, cs vvg p-acp po31 n2, pns31 vbb xx vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7029 if he be not given up to a blind mind, an hard heart, vile affections, if he be not given up to a blind mind, an hard heart, vile affections, cs pns31 vbb xx vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, j n2, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7030 if thou doest not observe that his conscience is seared, and branded with an hot iron, if thou dost not observe that his conscience is seared, and branded with an hight iron, cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi cst po31 n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7031 as it were, that he grows past feeling. as it were, that he grows passed feeling. c-acp pn31 vbdr, cst pns31 vvz p-acp n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7032 If thou seest this, say not he is not punished, he is punished with a witness. If thou See this, say not he is not punished, he is punished with a witness. cs pns21 vv2 d, vvb xx pns31 vbz xx vvn, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7033 Is a sealing up to damnation no punishment? According to our law you know malefactors are first seared with an hot-iron, upon their next miscarriage they are hanged. Is a sealing up to damnation no punishment? According to our law you know malefactors Are First seared with an hot-iron, upon their next miscarriage they Are hanged. vbz dt vvg a-acp p-acp n1 dx n1? vvg p-acp po12 n1 pn22 vvb n2 vbr ord vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp po32 ord n1 pns32 vbr vvn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7034 It is Gods method, when once a soul is seared with an hot-iron, given up to be past feeling, to damn him next without mercy. It is God's method, when once a soul is seared with an hot-iron, given up to be passed feeling, to damn him next without mercy. pn31 vbz ng1 n1, c-crq c-acp dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn a-acp pc-acp vbi p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 ord p-acp n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7035 Look well upon the sinner, and thou wilt discern God is angry every day with him, he is every day fitting for Hell flames, Is this no punishment? On the other side thou seest the man according to Gods heart, walking sadly; Look well upon the sinner, and thou wilt discern God is angry every day with him, he is every day fitting for Hell flames, Is this no punishment? On the other side thou See the man according to God's heart, walking sadly; n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vm2 vvi np1 vbz j d n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz d n1 vvg p-acp n1 n2, vbz d dx n1? p-acp dt j-jn n1 pns21 vv2 dt n1 vvg p-acp ng1 n1, vvg av-j; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7036 he is plagued every night, chastned every morning, he is poor and needy, hungry and thirsty, in prisons, in deaths often, pursued by the falcons of the world, he is plagued every night, chastened every morning, he is poor and needy, hungry and thirsty, in prisons, in death's often, pursued by the falcons of the world, pns31 vbz vvn d n1, vvn d n1, pns31 vbz j cc j, j cc j, p-acp n2, p-acp n2 av, vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7037 as a partridg upon the mountains, persecuted on all hands. as a Partridge upon the Mountains, persecuted on all hands. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2, vvn p-acp d n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7038 Thou concludest contrary to the Scripture, That he hath washed his hands in vain, and cleansed his soul to no purpose: Thou concludest contrary to the Scripture, That he hath washed his hands in vain, and cleansed his soul to no purpose: pns21 vv2 j-jn p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2 p-acp j, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp dx n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7039 verily there is no reward for the righteous. But harken poor creature. verily there is no reward for the righteous. But harken poor creature. av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j. p-acp vvi j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7040 Had Esau's Father many blessings? and hath Jacob's God but one sort? Thou seest his poverty and want, Had Esau's Father many blessings? and hath Jacob's God but one sort? Thou See his poverty and want, vhd npg1 n1 d n2? cc vhz npg1 np1 p-acp crd n1? pns21 vv2 po31 n1 cc n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7041 but doest thou see how he hath learned in all estates to be content, and hath changed his name into a quod vult Deus. And certainly godliness with contentment is great gain. but dost thou see how he hath learned in all estates to be content, and hath changed his name into a quod vult Deus. And Certainly godliness with contentment is great gain. cc-acp vd2 pns21 vvi c-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi j, cc vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt fw-la fw-la fw-la. cc av-j n1 p-acp n1 vbz j n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7042 A poor contented Lazarus, is an happier and richer man, than a discontented covetous Dives. Thou seest how he is afflicted every day, A poor contented Lazarus, is an Happier and Richer man, than a discontented covetous Dives. Thou See how he is afflicted every day, dt j j-vvn np1, vbz dt jc cc jc n1, cs dt j-vvn j vvz. pns21 vv2 c-crq pns31 vbz vvn d n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7043 how full of troubles his life is; but thou doest not see the serenity of his spirit, the peace of his conscience: how full of Troubles his life is; but thou dost not see the serenity of his Spirit, the peace of his conscience: c-crq j pp-f n2 po31 n1 vbz; cc-acp pns21 vd2 xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7044 his joy in the Holy Ghost, his glorying and rejoycing in tribulations, as his tribulations work patience, his patience experience, and his experience hope. his joy in the Holy Ghost, his glorying and rejoicing in tribulations, as his tribulations work patience, his patience experience, and his experience hope. po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, po31 vvg cc vvg p-acp n2, c-acp po31 n2 vvi n1, po31 n1 n1, cc po31 n1 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7045 Mark, sirs, the upright men, consider the just men, you will see their ends to be peace; Mark, Sirs, the upright men, Consider the just men, you will see their ends to be peace; n1, n2, dt av-j n2, vvb dt j n2, pn22 vmb vvi po32 n2 pc-acp vbi n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 358
7046 yea in this life you will see them more indisturbed by troubles, and inconcerned in the ruffles of the world than other men. yea in this life you will see them more indisturbed by Troubles, and inconcerned in the ruffles of the world than other men. uh p-acp d n1 pn22 vmb vvi pno32 dc vvn p-acp n2, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cs j-jn n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 359
7047 The more you observe, the more you will be confirmed in this truth, that the Providence of God will certainly reward, The more you observe, the more you will be confirmed in this truth, that the Providence of God will Certainly reward, dt av-dc pn22 vvb, dt av-dc pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi, (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 359
7048 yea is constantly rewarding him that worketh righteousness. yea is constantly rewarding him that works righteousness. uh vbz av-j vvg pno31 cst vvz n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 681 Page 359
7049 Ʋse 2. But secondly, what a trembling and terror should this Observation strike into the loins of every sinner; Ʋse 2. But secondly, what a trembling and terror should this Observation strike into the loins of every sinner; j crd p-acp ord, r-crq dt vvg cc n1 vmd d n1 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7050 what an engagement should it lay upon them to repent, and turn from the wickedness of their way. what an engagement should it lay upon them to Repent, and turn from the wickedness of their Way. r-crq dt n1 vmd pn31 vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7051 ! Each part of this Observation ought to be improved for this purpose. Impunity in sinning, is a great encouragement to the sinner: ! Each part of this Observation ought to be improved for this purpose. Impunity in sinning, is a great encouragement to the sinner: ! d n1 pp-f d n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1. n1 p-acp vvg, vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7052 the heart of man stands bent to his lusts, and if he fancieth that he may escape the hands of Divine Justice, the heart of man Stands bent to his Lustiest, and if he fancieth that he may escape the hands of Divine justice, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz vvn p-acp po31 n2, cc cs pns31 vvz cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7053 or that he doth escape, and thrive, and prosper in his wicked courses, it wonderfully imboldneth him to go on; or that he does escape, and thrive, and prosper in his wicked courses, it wonderfully imboldneth him to go on; cc cst pns31 vdz vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi p-acp po31 j n2, pn31 av-j vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7054 but if the vengeance against him be certain, if his iniquity will certainly find him out, that he may as well hope not to dye, but if the vengeance against him be certain, if his iniquity will Certainly find him out, that he may as well hope not to die, cc-acp cs dt n1 p-acp pno31 vbb j, cs po31 n1 vmb av-j vvi pno31 av, cst pns31 vmb a-acp av vvb xx pc-acp vvi, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7055 as not to be thrown into Hell when he dyes; as not to be thrown into Hell when he dies; c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvz; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7056 and if the wrath of God be already kindled against him, and God be already punishing him, What hope? what incouragement can he then have? Now this you have heard is the sinners case. and if the wrath of God be already kindled against him, and God be already punishing him, What hope? what encouragement can he then have? Now this you have herd is the Sinners case. cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb av vvn p-acp pno31, cc np1 vbb av vvg pno31, q-crq n1? q-crq n1 vmb pns31 av vhi? av d pn22 vhb vvn vbz dt ng1 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7057 I remember when that great plague was began amongst the Israelites, upon their murmuring against Moses and Aaron, after the death of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, Numb. 16.46. I Remember when that great plague was began among the Israelites, upon their murmuring against Moses and Aaron, After the death of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram, Numb. 16.46. pns11 vvb c-crq d j n1 vbds vvd p-acp dt np2, p-acp po32 vvg p-acp np1 cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, cc np1, j. crd. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7058 Moses biddeth Aaron take a censer, and put fire therein from the Altar, and put incense thereon, Moses bids Aaron take a censer, and put fire therein from the Altar, and put incense thereon, np1 vvz np1 vvb dt n1, cc vvd n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc vvd n1 av, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7059 and go quickly to the congregation (saith he) and make an atonement for them: and go quickly to the congregation (Says he) and make an atonement for them: cc vvb av-j p-acp dt n1 (vvz pns31) cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32: (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7060 for there is wrath gone out from the Lord, the plague is begun. for there is wrath gone out from the Lord, the plague is begun. c-acp pc-acp vbz n1 vvn av p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz vvn. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7061 Is here an impenitent sinner before the Lord? one that hath been a drunkard, a swearer, a profane person, or that hath lived without God in the world, that blesseth himself with vain hopes or presumptions, that he shall escape the Judgment of God, or may escape it; Is Here an impenitent sinner before the Lord? one that hath been a drunkard, a swearer, a profane person, or that hath lived without God in the world, that Blesses himself with vain hope's or presumptions, that he shall escape the Judgement of God, or may escape it; vbz av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1? pi cst vhz vbn dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, cc cst vhz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, cst vvz px31 p-acp j n2 cc n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb vvi pn31; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7062 that his soul is at present free from fears, he thriveth, he prospereth in the world, that his soul is At present free from fears, he thrives, he prospereth in the world, cst po31 n1 vbz p-acp j j p-acp n2, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7063 and his prosperity blindeth his eyes, that he cannot see the hell into which he is dropping, and his Prosperity blinds his eyes, that he cannot see the hell into which he is dropping, cc po31 n1 vvz po31 n2, cst pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvg, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7064 and so maketh no haste to deliver himself from the wrath that is to come? To such a one let me speak, (oh that my counsel might be acceptable!) take thy censer, put fire thereon from the Altar, and so makes no haste to deliver himself from the wrath that is to come? To such a one let me speak, (o that my counsel might be acceptable!) take thy censer, put fire thereon from the Altar, cc av vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi? p-acp d dt pi vvb pno11 vvi, (uh cst po11 n1 vmd vbi j!) vvb po21 n1, vvb n1 av p-acp dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7065 and put on incense, and go quickly, and make an atonement for thy soul. and put on incense, and go quickly, and make an atonement for thy soul. cc vvd p-acp n1, cc vvb av-j, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp po21 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7066 These are indeed things not in thy power, but my meaning is, Betake thy self quickly to the great work of repentance, which lyes not so much in tears and humiliation, These Are indeed things not in thy power, but my meaning is, Betake thy self quickly to the great work of Repentance, which lies not so much in tears and humiliation, d vbr av n2 xx p-acp po21 n1, cc-acp po11 n1 vbz, vvb po21 n1 av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz xx av av-d p-acp n2 cc n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 359
7067 as in the change of thy heart, in thy turning from the wickedness of thy way, breaking off from thy sinful courses. as in the change of thy heart, in thy turning from the wickedness of thy Way, breaking off from thy sinful courses. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp po21 n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po21 j n2. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7068 Betake thy self unto the Lord Jesus Christ. Betake thy self unto the Lord jesus christ. vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7069 It is he who hath the golden censer, to whom is given much incense, Rev. 8.3. It is he, Rom. 5.11. By whom we must receive the atonement. It is he who hath the golden censer, to whom is given much incense, Rev. 8.3. It is he, Rom. 5.11. By whom we must receive the atonement. pn31 vbz pns31 r-crq vhz dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq vbz vvn d n1, n1 crd. pn31 vbz pns31, np1 crd. p-acp ro-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7070 Whatever you may think, wrath is gone forth against you, the plague in your souls is begun: Whatever you may think, wrath is gone forth against you, the plague in your Souls is begun: r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, n1 vbz vvn av p-acp pn22, dt n1 p-acp po22 n2 vbz vvn: (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7071 you are in health, not sick, not in pain as other men; not so crossed in your estates and relations, as some other men; you Are in health, not sick, not in pain as other men; not so crossed in your estates and relations, as Some other men; pn22 vbr p-acp n1, xx j, xx p-acp n1 c-acp j-jn n2; xx av vvn p-acp po22 n2 cc n2, c-acp d j-jn n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7072 but for all this wrath may be gone forth against you, the plague may be begun within you. but for all this wrath may be gone forth against you, the plague may be begun within you. cc-acp p-acp d d n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pn22, dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn22. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7073 Let me examine you a little, do not you find that your mind is more blind, your understanding more dark, your affections more vile and sensual, your consciences are more benummed and stupid? Is not the plague then began? Can there be more dreadful indications of Divine Wrath against you? The ax is laid to the very root of your tree; Let me examine you a little, do not you find that your mind is more blind, your understanding more dark, your affections more vile and sensual, your Consciences Are more benumbed and stupid? Is not the plague then began? Can there be more dreadful indications of Divine Wrath against you? The ax is laid to the very root of your tree; vvb pno11 vvi pn22 dt j, vdb xx pn22 vvi cst po22 n1 vbz av-dc j, po22 n1 av-dc j, po22 n2 av-dc j cc j, po22 n2 vbr dc vvn cc j? vbz xx dt n1 av vvd? vmb a-acp vbi av-dc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pn22? dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7074 if you do not now bring forth better fruit, you will suddenly be cut down and cast into hell-fire. if you do not now bring forth better fruit, you will suddenly be Cut down and cast into hell-fire. cs pn22 vdb xx av vvi av j n1, pn22 vmb av-j vbi vvn a-acp cc vvn p-acp n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 682 Page 360
7075 Again, What an incouragement to repentance is it, to hear, That he who worketh righteousness, shall most certainly be rewarded, yea that he is rewarded every day? Thou that livest and goest on in a course of bold and presumptuous sinning, what peace hast thou when thou lyest down, Again, What an encouragement to Repentance is it, to hear, That he who works righteousness, shall most Certainly be rewarded, yea that he is rewarded every day? Thou that Livest and goest on in a course of bold and presumptuous sinning, what peace hast thou when thou liest down, av, q-crq dt n1 p-acp n1 vbz pn31, pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 r-crq vvz n1, vmb av-ds av-j vbi vvn, uh cst pns31 vbz vvn d n1? pns21 cst vv2 cc vv2 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j cc j vvg, r-crq n1 vh2 pns21 c-crq pns21 vv2 a-acp, (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7076 or when thou risest up? Art not thou like a bankrupt in the world, or when thou risest up? Art not thou like a bankrupt in the world, cc c-crq pns21 vv2 a-acp? n1 xx pns21 av-j dt j-jn p-acp dt n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7077 or one who is much behind-hand, that cannot abide to look into his books? no more canst thou endure to behold thy conscience, or one who is much behindhand, that cannot abide to look into his books? no more Canst thou endure to behold thy conscience, cc pi r-crq vbz av-d av, cst vmbx vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2? av-dx dc vm2 pns21 vvi pc-acp vvi po21 n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7078 or to call thy self to an account; or to call thy self to an account; cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7079 it may be thou hast quietem ex somno, such a quiet as a man in a dead sleep hath. it may be thou hast quietem ex Somno, such a quiet as a man in a dead sleep hath. pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vh2 fw-la fw-la j, d dt j-jn c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 vhz. (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7080 The man that worketh righteousness, can call himself often to account, and when he hath done, lye down and sleep in peace, either in a full assurance, The man that works righteousness, can call himself often to account, and when he hath done, lie down and sleep in peace, either in a full assurance, dt n1 cst vvz n1, vmb vvi px31 av pc-acp vvi, cc c-crq pns31 vhz vdn, vvb a-acp cc vvi p-acp n1, av-d p-acp dt j n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7082 Let therefore my counsel this day be acceptable unto you, break up the fallow-grounds of your hearts, sow unto your selves in righteousness, believe that the work of righteousness shall be peace, Let Therefore my counsel this day be acceptable unto you, break up the fallow-grounds of your hearts, sow unto your selves in righteousness, believe that the work of righteousness shall be peace, vvb av po11 n1 d n1 vbi j p-acp pn22, vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n2, vvb p-acp po22 n2 p-acp n1, vvb d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7083 and the effect thereof quietness and assurance for ever. and the Effect thereof quietness and assurance for ever. cc dt n1 av n1 cc n1 c-acp av. (31) sermon (DIV3) 683 Page 360
7084 Ʋse 3. Finally, What an encouragement here is to the people of God under all Gods severe dispensations to them, to go on doing good. Ʋse 3. Finally, What an encouragement Here is to the people of God under all God's severe dispensations to them, to go on doing good. j crd av-j, r-crq dt n1 av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 j n2 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi p-acp vdg j. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 360
7085 Do not desame the God of Heaven, with saying or thinking that you cleanse your hands in vain, nor that he taketh a long day to reward them that work in his work. Do not desame the God of Heaven, with saying or thinking that you cleanse your hands in vain, nor that he Takes a long day to reward them that work in his work. vdb xx j dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg cst pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp j, ccx d pns31 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvb p-acp po31 n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 360
7086 Behold (saith our Lord) I come quickly, and my reward is with me, to give every one according as his work shall be. Behold (Says our Lord) I come quickly, and my reward is with me, to give every one according as his work shall be. vvb (vvz po12 n1) pns11 vvb av-j, cc po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno11, pc-acp vvi d pi vvg p-acp po31 n1 vmb vbi. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 360
7087 It will not be long before Christ will come with this great reward; but as he punisheth the wicked, so he rewardeth also the righteous man every day: It will not be long before christ will come with this great reward; but as he Punisheth the wicked, so he Rewardeth also the righteous man every day: pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1; cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvz dt j, av pns31 vvz av dt j n1 d n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7088 it may be he doth not reward thee with a long life, an healthful body, a plentiful estate, other accomodations of this life; it may be he does not reward thee with a long life, an healthful body, a plentiful estate, other Accommodations of this life; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vdz xx vvi pno21 p-acp dt j n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, j-jn n2 pp-f d n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7089 his wisdom seeth not these things fit for thee, he knoweth thy heart, thy temper; his Wisdom sees not these things fit for thee, he Knoweth thy heart, thy temper; po31 n1 vvz xx d n2 j p-acp pno21, pns31 vvz po21 n1, po21 n1; (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7090 but hast thou not a quiet conscience, a serenity of mind? or art thou not strengthened with might in the inward man? doth not Christ dwell in thy heart by faith? art thou not rooted and grounded in love, but hast thou not a quiet conscience, a serenity of mind? or art thou not strengthened with might in the inward man? does not christ dwell in thy heart by faith? art thou not rooted and grounded in love, cc-acp vvb pns21 xx dt j-jn n1, dt n1 pp-f n1? cc vb2r pns21 xx vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1? vdz xx np1 vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1? vb2r pns21 xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7091 and able in some measure to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, and length, and able in Some measure to comprehend with all Saints, what is the breadth, and length, cc j p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, r-crq vbz dt n1, cc n1, (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7092 and depth, and heighth, and to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledg, that thou mayest be filled with all the fulness of God? Thou art (it may be) troubled on every side, but art thou distressed? thou art perplexed, but art thou in despair? thou art persecuted, but art thou forsaken? thou art cast down, but art thou destroyed? Thou bearest about in thy body, the dying of the Lord Jesus Christ, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in thy body, 2 Cor. 4.9, 10. Is this no reward? It may be it is not the reward thou lookedst for, and depth, and height, and to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge, that thou Mayest be filled with all the fullness of God? Thou art (it may be) troubled on every side, but art thou distressed? thou art perplexed, but art thou in despair? thou art persecuted, but art thou forsaken? thou art cast down, but art thou destroyed? Thou bearest about in thy body, the dying of the Lord jesus christ, that the life also of jesus might be made manifest in thy body, 2 Cor. 4.9, 10. Is this no reward? It may be it is not the reward thou lookedest for, cc n1, cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1, cst pns21 vm2 vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1? pns21 vb2r (pn31 vmb vbi) vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp vb2r pns21 vvn? pns21 vb2r vvn, p-acp n1 pns21 p-acp vvi? pns21 vb2r vvn, p-acp n1 pns21 vvn? pns21 vb2r vvn a-acp, p-acp n1 pns21 vvn? pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp po21 n1, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cst dt n1 av pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn j p-acp po21 n1, crd np1 crd, crd vbz d dx n1? pn31 vmb vbi pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pns21 vvd2 p-acp, (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7093 but it is that reward which God seeth fittest for thee. but it is that reward which God sees Fittest for thee. cc-acp pn31 vbz cst n1 r-crq np1 vvz js p-acp pno21. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7094 It is not all that thou shalt have, when he shall come, whose reward is with him (and he telleth thee that will be quickly), thou mayest expect fuller and greater things; It is not all that thou shalt have, when he shall come, whose reward is with him (and he Telleth thee that will be quickly), thou Mayest expect fuller and greater things; pn31 vbz xx d cst pns21 vm2 vhi, c-crq pns31 vmb vvi, rg-crq n1 vbz p-acp pno31 (cc pns31 vvz pno21 cst vmb vbi av-j), pns21 vm2 vvi jc cc jc n2; (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7095 in the mean time thou hast a viaticum, an enough for thy passage through the wilderness. in the mean time thou hast a viaticum, an enough for thy passage through the Wilderness. p-acp dt j n1 pns21 vh2 dt fw-la, dt d p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7096 The work of God is a wages to it self, but God gives thee wages besides; The work of God is a wages to it self, but God gives thee wages beside; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n2 p-acp pn31 n1, cc-acp np1 vvz pno21 n2 p-acp; (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
8279 The most righteous persons may without due and seasonable humiliation smart for the sins of their Fathers; The most righteous Persons may without due and seasonable humiliation smart for the Sins of their Father's; dt av-ds j n2 vmb p-acp j-jn cc j n1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
7097 yea, and eye hath not seen, nor hath ear heard, nor can it enter into the heart of man to conceive, What great things God hath further prepared for them that love him; yea, and eye hath not seen, nor hath ear herd, nor can it enter into the heart of man to conceive, What great things God hath further prepared for them that love him; uh, cc n1 vhz xx vvn, ccx vhz n1 vvn, ccx vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, q-crq j n2 np1 vhz jc vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31; (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7098 say not then, that thou servest God for nothing, and faint not, nor be weary of well-doing: say not then, that thou servest God for nothing, and faint not, nor be weary of welldoing: vvb xx av, cst pns21 vv2 np1 p-acp pix, cc vvb xx, ccx vbb j pp-f n1: (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7099 for you shall reap if you faint not. for you shall reap if you faint not. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi cs pn22 vvb xx. (31) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 361
7100 SERMON XXVIII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXVIII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 684 Page 362
7101 THe these things mentioned in the Text (as I have formerly told you, and you may easily assure your selves from the Context of the Psalm), are the great and various motions of Actual Providence, concerning which, I am recommending to you divers things that I conceive as true, THe these things mentioned in the Text (as I have formerly told you, and you may Easily assure your selves from the Context of the Psalm), Are the great and various motions of Actual Providence, Concerning which, I am recommending to you diverse things that I conceive as true, dt d n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb av-j vvn pn22, cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1), vbr dt j cc j n2 pp-f j n1, vvg r-crq, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn22 j n2 cst pns11 vvb p-acp j, (32) sermon (DIV3) 685 Page 362
7102 so very observable. Thirteen I have discoursed, I proceed to another, which will also concern the motions of this Actual Providence, in the distribution of rewards and punishments. The Observation is this: so very observable. Thirteen I have discoursed, I proceed to Another, which will also concern the motions of this Actual Providence, in the distribution of rewards and punishments. The Observation is this: av av j. crd pns11 vhb vvn, pns11 vvb p-acp j-jn, r-crq vmb av vvi dt n2 pp-f d j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. dt n1 vbz d: (32) sermon (DIV3) 685 Page 362
7103 Observ. 14. The Providence of God doth sometimes reward the intentions of his people, where he doth not allow of, Observation 14. The Providence of God does sometime reward the intentions of his people, where he does not allow of, np1 crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi pp-f, (32) sermon (DIV3) 686 Page 362
7104 and approve, the actions which should be the product of those intentions; and approve, the actions which should be the product of those intentions; cc vvi, dt n2 r-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2; (32) sermon (DIV3) 686 Page 362
7105 and very often reward some actions, from which he hath service, where he by no means allows the agents design and intention. and very often reward Some actions, from which he hath service, where he by no means allows the agents Design and intention. cc av av vvi d n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz n1, c-crq pns31 p-acp dx n2 vvz dt n2 vvb cc n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 686 Page 362
7106 In the handling of which, I shall first justifie the Observation by instances. Secondly, I shall shew you the reasonableness of this motion of Providence. In the handling of which, I shall First justify the Observation by instances. Secondly, I shall show you the reasonableness of this motion of Providence. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb ord vvi dt n1 p-acp n2. ord, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 686 Page 362
7107 And lastly, I shall make some Application of it. And lastly, I shall make Some Application of it. cc ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 686 Page 362
7108 I say first, The Actual Providence of God doth sometimes allow of, approve, and reward the general good intentions of his people; I say First, The Actual Providence of God does sometime allow of, approve, and reward the general good intentions of his people; pns11 vvb ord, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi pp-f, vvb, cc vvi dt j j n2 pp-f po31 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7109 when yet he doth not, and will not allow of those actions, which should be the product of such designs and intentions. when yet he does not, and will not allow of those actions, which should be the product of such designs and intentions. c-crq av pns31 vdz xx, cc vmb xx vvi pp-f d n2, r-crq vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7110 This evidently appeareth in that famous instance of David, recorded in holy Writ, both in the 2 Sam. 7. and in 1 Chron. 17. The story is this: This evidently appears in that famous instance of David, recorded in holy Writ, both in the 2 Sam. 7. and in 1 Chronicles 17. The story is this: d av-j vvz p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp j vvn, av-d p-acp dt crd np1 crd cc p-acp crd np1 crd dt n1 vbz d: (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7111 David's life until that time, had been a life of a great deal of trouble and distraction; David's life until that time, had been a life of a great deal of trouble and distraction; npg1 n1 c-acp d n1, vhd vbn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7112 he had many Enemies both before and after he came to the Throne; he had many Enemies both before and After he Come to the Throne; pns31 vhd d n2 d a-acp cc a-acp pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7113 but at length God (saith the Text) had given him rest round about from all his enemies. but At length God (Says the Text) had given him rest round about from all his enemies. cc-acp p-acp n1 np1 (vvz dt n1) vhd vvn pno31 n1 av-j a-acp p-acp d po31 n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 362
7114 The good man presently begins now to think what eminent service he should do for God. The good man presently begins now to think what eminent service he should do for God. dt j n1 av-j vvz av pc-acp vvi r-crq j n1 pns31 vmd vdi p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7115 At length he considers, that there was no publick place for the Worship of God, nothing but a Tabernacle; At length he considers, that there was no public place for the Worship of God, nothing but a Tabernacle; p-acp n1 pns31 vvz, cst a-acp vbds dx j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pix cc-acp dt n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7116 he had built himself a fine house of Cedar, but the ark, the symbol of Gods Presence with his People, that dwelt in Curtains (as he expresseth it, ver. 2.) But this being a thing which concerned the Worship of God, he had built himself a fine house of Cedar, but the Ark, the symbol of God's Presence with his People, that dwelled in Curtains (as he Expresses it, ver. 2.) But this being a thing which concerned the Worship of God, pns31 vhd vvn px31 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst vvd p-acp n2 (c-acp pns31 vvz pn31, fw-la. crd) p-acp d vbg dt n1 r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7117 as to which above all things the Lord our God is a jealous God; as to which above all things the Lord our God is a jealous God; c-acp p-acp r-crq p-acp d n2 dt n1 po12 n1 vbz dt j np1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7118 David, though a great Prince, a great Prophet, a man according to Gods own heart, would do nothing till he had advised with the Prophet Nathan: Nathan bids him to go, David, though a great Prince, a great Prophet, a man according to God's own heart, would do nothing till he had advised with the Prophet Nathan: Nathan bids him to go, np1, cs dt j n1, dt j n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1, vmd vdi pix p-acp pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 np1: np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi, (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7119 and to do all that was in his heart; for (saith he) the Lord is with thee. and to do all that was in his heart; for (Says he) the Lord is with thee. cc pc-acp vdi d cst vbds p-acp po31 n1; p-acp (vvz pns31) dt n1 vbz p-acp pno21. (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7120 The good man was but a man, and was mistaken; God did not allow of the action, The good man was but a man, and was mistaken; God did not allow of the actium, dt j n1 vbds p-acp dt n1, cc vbds vvn; np1 vdd xx vvi pp-f dt n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 687 Page 363
7121 1. Because he had not directed as yet any such thing, ver. 7. In all the places wherein I have walked (saith he) with the children of Israel, spake I a word with any of the tribes of Israel [ or Judges of Israel ] whom I commanded to feed my people Israel, saying, 1. Because he had not directed as yet any such thing, ver. 7. In all the places wherein I have walked (Says he) with the children of Israel, spoke I a word with any of the tribes of Israel [ or Judges of Israel ] whom I commanded to feed my people Israel, saying, crd c-acp pns31 vhd xx vvn c-acp av d d n1, fw-la. crd p-acp d dt n2 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvd pns11 dt n1 p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 [ cc n2 pp-f np1 ] qo-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi po11 n1 np1, vvg, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7122 Why build you not me an house of Cedar: he repeateth the same reason again, 1 Chron. 17.6. Indeed there is another reason given, 1 Chron. 22.8. Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: Why built you not me an house of Cedar: he repeateth the same reason again, 1 Chronicles 17.6. Indeed there is Another reason given, 1 Chronicles 22.8. Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: q-crq vvb pn22 xx pno11 dt n1 pp-f n1: pns31 vvz dt d n1 av, crd np1 crd. np1 a-acp vbz j-jn n1 vvn, crd np1 crd. pns21 vh2 vvn n1 av-j, cc vh2 vvn j n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7123 thou shalt not build an house to my name, because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sight. So 1 Chron. 28.3. thou shalt not built an house to my name, Because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sighed. So 1 Chronicles 28.3. pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. av crd np1 crd. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7124 For those two reasons God disapproved the action, and reserved it for Solomon his son, then it became an institution: For those two Reasons God disapproved the actium, and reserved it for Solomon his son, then it became an Institution: p-acp d crd n2 np1 vvd dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp np1 po31 n1, cs pn31 vvd dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7125 Solomon might lawfully undertake it, and did do it. Solomon might lawfully undertake it, and did doe it. np1 vmd av-j vvi pn31, cc vdd n1 pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7126 But yet you shall find, that God eminently rewarded this good intention and purpose of Davids heart, But yet you shall find, that God eminently rewarded this good intention and purpose of Davids heart, p-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 av-j vvn d j n1 cc n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7127 as you shall read at large, 2 Sam. 7.10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. and to that degree, that David, ver. 18. thought himself obliged to offer up unto God a particular sacrifice of thanksgiving, and to offer up those praises to God, which you shall read at large in that Chapter, from the 18th verse, to the end of the Chapter. as you shall read At large, 2 Sam. 7.10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. and to that degree, that David, ver. 18. Thought himself obliged to offer up unto God a particular sacrifice of thanksgiving, and to offer up those praises to God, which you shall read At large in that Chapter, from the 18th verse, to the end of the Chapter. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j, crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd cc p-acp d n1, cst np1, fw-la. crd vvn px31 vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp np1 dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d n2 p-acp np1, r-crq pn22 vmb vvi p-acp j p-acp d n1, p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7128 It is plain, that God only rewarded his general purpose, and good intention; It is plain, that God only rewarded his general purpose, and good intention; pn31 vbz j, cst np1 av-j vvd po31 j n1, cc j n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7129 for the act or issue of that intention and purpose, the Lord accepted not, but accepted his good will for the deed, which he rejected. for the act or issue of that intention and purpose, the Lord accepted not, but accepted his good will for the deed, which he rejected. p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1 cc n1, dt n1 vvd xx, cc-acp vvd po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7130 For an instance on the other side, take Jehu. Jehu did a good act, that is, the thing which God commanded him: For an instance on the other side, take Jehu. Jehu did a good act, that is, the thing which God commanded him: p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvb np1. np1 vdd dt j n1, cst vbz, dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pno31: (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7131 he indeed did it possibly in an ill manner, with ill circumstances, which caused God to threaten, that he would avenge the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu, 2 King. 9.7. he indeed did it possibly in an ill manner, with ill Circumstances, which caused God to threaten, that he would avenge the blood of Jezrael upon the house of Jehu, 2 King. 9.7. pns31 av vdd pn31 av-j p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn n2, r-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 363
7132 When the Prophet anointed him that was his Commission, Thou shalt smite the house of Ahab thy master, that I may avenge the blood of my servants the Prophets, When the Prophet anointed him that was his Commission, Thou shalt smite the house of Ahab thy master, that I may avenge the blood of my Servants the prophets, c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 cst vbds po31 n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 po21 n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 dt n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7133 and the blood of all the righteous servants of the Lord at the hand of Jezebel; and the blood of all the righteous Servants of the Lord At the hand of Jezebel; cc dt n1 pp-f d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7134 when it was done, God rewarded him for it, 2 King. 10.30. Because (saith God) thou hast done well in my eyes, in executing that which is right in mine eyes; when it was done, God rewarded him for it, 2 King. 10.30. Because (Says God) thou hast done well in my eyes, in executing that which is right in mine eyes; c-crq pn31 vbds vdn, np1 vvd pno31 p-acp pn31, crd n1. crd. p-acp (vvz np1) pns21 vh2 vdn av p-acp po11 n2, p-acp vvg d r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po11 n2; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7135 and hast done unto the house of Ahab, according to all that was in mine heart, thy children to the fourth generation shall sit on the throne of Israel. and hast done unto the house of Ahab, according to all that was in mine heart, thy children to the fourth generation shall fit on the throne of Israel. cc vh2 vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp d cst vbds p-acp po11 n1, po21 n2 p-acp dt ord n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7136 But yet Jehu 's design and intention in all this was naught, he intended no more than to make himself King; But yet Jehu is Design and intention in all this was nought, he intended no more than to make himself King; p-acp av np1 vbz n1 cc n1 p-acp d d vbds pix, pns31 vvd dx dc cs pc-acp vvi px31 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7137 he pretended indeed a zeal for the Lord, but intended nothing but the advancement of himself, and his family; he pretended indeed a zeal for the Lord, but intended nothing but the advancement of himself, and his family; pns31 vvd av dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvd pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f px31, cc po31 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7138 for the Scripture saith, ver. 31. of that 10th Chapter, That Jehu took no heed to walk in the law of the Lord God of Israel with all his heart, for the Scripture Says, ver. 31. of that 10th Chapter, That Jehu took no heed to walk in the law of the Lord God of Israel with all his heart, p-acp dt n1 vvz, fw-la. crd pp-f d ord n1, cst np1 vvd dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7139 for he departed not from the sins of Jeroboam, which made Israel to sin. for he departed not from the Sins of Jeroboam, which made Israel to since. c-acp pns31 vvd xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7140 God here rewarded the action done at his command, and in the execution of his will, God Here rewarded the actium done At his command, and in the execution of his will, np1 av vvn dt n1 vdn p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7141 but abhorred the intentions and designs that were in Jehu's heart upon the undertaking and performance of it. but abhorred the intentions and designs that were in Jehu's heart upon the undertaking and performance of it. cc-acp vvd dt n2 cc n2 cst vbdr p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc n1 pp-f pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7142 Take another instance, it is that which I have formerly insisted upon in the 10th of Isaiah, v. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. It is plain that God approved of the Assyrian 's actions against Israel, he calls them the rod of his anger, ver. 5. he saith, ver. 6. That he would send him against an hypocritical nation, Take Another instance, it is that which I have formerly insisted upon in the 10th of Isaiah, v. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. It is plain that God approved of the assyrian is actions against Israel, he calls them the rod of his anger, ver. 5. he Says, ver. 6. That he would send him against an hypocritical Nation, vvb j-jn n1, pn31 vbz d r-crq pns11 vhb av-j vvd p-acp p-acp dt ord pp-f np1, n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd pn31 vbz j cst np1 vvd pp-f dt jp vbz n2 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, fw-la. crd pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt j n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7143 and against the people of his wrath he would give him a charge, to take the spoil, and against the people of his wrath he would give him a charge, to take the spoil, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmd vvi pno31 dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7144 and take the prey, and to tread them down like mire in the streets: Howbeit, saith God, he meaneth not so, neither doth his heart think so; and take the prey, and to tread them down like mire in the streets: Howbeit, Says God, he means not so, neither does his heart think so; cc vvb dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp av-j n1 p-acp dt n2: a-acp, vvz np1, pns31 vvz xx av, av-dx vdz po31 n1 vvi av; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7145 but it is in his heart to destroy, and cut off nations not a few. but it is in his heart to destroy, and Cut off Nations not a few. cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvd a-acp n2 xx dt d. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7146 The Assyrian had nothing but sinful intentions, he aimed at nothing but spoil and plunder, and accordingly executed Gods Will; The assyrian had nothing but sinful intentions, he aimed At nothing but spoil and plunder, and accordingly executed God's Will; dt jp vhd pix cc-acp j n2, pns31 vvd p-acp pix cc-acp vvb cc vvi, cc av-vvg vvd n2 vmb; (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7147 upon which, ver. 12. God threatneth, That when he had performed his whole work upon Mount Zion, upon which, ver. 12. God threatens, That when he had performed his Whole work upon Mount Zion, p-acp r-crq, fw-la. crd np1 vvz, cst c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 j-jn n1 p-acp n1 np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7148 and upon Hierusalem, he would punish the fruit of the stout heart of the King of Assyria, and upon Jerusalem, he would Punish the fruit of the stout heart of the King of Assyria, cc p-acp np1, pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7149 and the glory of all his looks: and the glory of all his looks: cc dt n1 pp-f d po31 n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7150 and ver. 16. That he would send amongst his strong ones leanness, and under his glory kindle a burning, the burning of a fire. and for. 16. That he would send among his strong ones leanness, and under his glory kindle a burning, the burning of a fire. cc p-acp. crd cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 j pi2 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt j-vvg, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7151 More instances might be given of either sort, but these are enough. Let me proceed in shewing you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in these motions. More instances might be given of either sort, but these Are enough. Let me proceed in showing you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in these motions. n1 n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d n1, cc-acp d vbr d. vvb pno11 vvi p-acp vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 688 Page 364
7152 1. On the part of wicked men, it is but reasonable; 1. On the part of wicked men, it is but reasonable; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, pn31 vbz p-acp j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 364
7153 Because in such actions they do God service, and it is not reasonable they should serve God for nothing. Because in such actions they do God service, and it is not reasonable they should serve God for nothing. p-acp p-acp d n2 pns32 vdb n1 n1, cc pn31 vbz xx j pns32 vmd vvi np1 p-acp pix. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 364
7154 You have a remarkable text for this, Ezek. 29.18, 19. Son of man (saith God to Ezekiel), Nebuchadnezzar King of Babilon caused his army to serve a great service against Tyrus, every head was made bald, and every shoulder was peeled: You have a remarkable text for this, Ezekiel 29.18, 19. Son of man (Says God to Ezekielem), Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon caused his army to serve a great service against Tyre, every head was made bald, and every shoulder was peeled: pn22 vhb dt j n1 p-acp d, np1 crd, crd n1 pp-f n1 (vvz np1 p-acp np1), np1 n1 pp-f np1 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp np1, d n1 vbds vvn j, cc d n1 vbds vvn: (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7155 yet had he no wages, nor his army for Tyrus, for the service that he served against it. yet had he no wages, nor his army for Tyre, for the service that he served against it. av vhd pns31 dx n2, ccx po31 n1 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvd p-acp pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7156 Therefore thus saith the Lord God, behold I will give the land of Egypt unto Nebuchadnezzar King of Babilon, Therefore thus Says the Lord God, behold I will give the land of Egypt unto Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon, av av vvz dt n1 np1, vvb pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7157 and he shall take her multitude, and take her spoil, and take her prey, and it shall be the wages for his army: and he shall take her multitude, and take her spoil, and take her prey, and it shall be the wages for his army: cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc vvi po31 n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp po31 n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7158 I have given him the land of Egypt for the labour wherewith he served against it, I have given him the land of Egypt for the labour wherewith he served against it, pns11 vhb vvn pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp pn31, (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7159 because they wrought for me, saith the Lord. Because they wrought for me, Says the Lord. c-acp pns32 vvd p-acp pno11, vvz dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7160 The King of Babilon never intentionally wrought for God, undoubtedly what the Lord said of Assyria, was applicable to Nebuchadnezzar King of Babilon; spoil, The King of Babylon never intentionally wrought for God, undoubtedly what the Lord said of Assyria, was applicable to Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon; spoil, dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-j vvn p-acp np1, av-j r-crq dt n1 vvd pp-f np1, vbds j p-acp np1 n1 pp-f np1; vvb, (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7161 and plunder, and dominion, was all which he aimed at, he never intended to work for God: and plunder, and dominion, was all which he aimed At, he never intended to work for God: cc vvi, cc n1, vbds d r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp, pns31 av-x vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7162 but yet the work was what was Gods Will should be done, and what God had incited him to do; but yet the work was what was God's Will should be done, and what God had incited him to do; cc-acp av dt n1 vbds r-crq vbds npg1 n1 vmd vbi vdn, cc r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi; (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7163 he wrought for me (saith God) he did service, and a great service, he hath had no wages for it, none shall work for me and be unpaid, I will give him the land of Egypt for his pay. he wrought for me (Says God) he did service, and a great service, he hath had no wages for it, none shall work for me and be unpaid, I will give him the land of Egypt for his pay. pns31 vvd p-acp pno11 (vvz np1) pns31 vdd vvi, cc dt j n1, pns31 vhz vhn dx n2 p-acp pn31, pix vmb vvi p-acp pno11 cc vbi j, pns11 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7164 So Jehu, he wrought for God, and did a great service against the house of Ahab; I will pay him, saith God. So Jehu, he wrought for God, and did a great service against the house of Ahab; I will pay him, Says God. np1 np1, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc vdd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; pns11 vmb vvi pno31, vvz np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7165 Jehu shall never say he wrought for nothing, his sons shall sit upon the Throne to the fourth generation. Jehu shall never say he wrought for nothing, his Sons shall fit upon the Throne to the fourth generation. np1 vmb av-x vvi pns31 vvd p-acp pix, po31 n2 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7166 Nay upon this account oft-times God rewardeth wicked men for some actions, and afterwards punisheth them for the manner of their doing of those actions; Nay upon this account ofttimes God Rewardeth wicked men for Some actions, and afterwards Punisheth them for the manner of their doing of those actions; uh-x p-acp d n1 av np1 vvz j n2 p-acp d n2, cc av vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vdg pp-f d n2; (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7167 it is possible men may do what God commandeth them, and yet not obey God. it is possible men may do what God commands them, and yet not obey God. pn31 vbz j n2 vmb vdi r-crq np1 vvz pno32, cc av xx vvi np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7168 God may reward men for their action, as it is a service to him, and yet punish them for their ill-doing of the action. God may reward men for their actium, as it is a service to him, and yet Punish them for their ill-doing of the actium. np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc av vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 689 Page 365
7169 2. On the part of good men, where God rewardeth the good design, intention, and purpose, 2. On the part of good men, where God Rewardeth the good Design, intention, and purpose, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-crq np1 vvz dt j n1, n1, cc n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7187 for the rewards of grace and glory, they are never given to any, whose heart is not right with God. for the rewards of grace and glory, they Are never given to any, whose heart is not right with God. p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvb cc n1, pns32 vbr av-x vvn p-acp d, rg-crq n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 691 Page 366
7170 whiles yet he disalloweth the action, the motion of Providence seemeth yet more reasonable; if we but consider, that it is the heart which God principally requires, looketh at, and accepteth. while yet he disalloweth the actium, the motion of Providence seems yet more reasonable; if we but Consider, that it is the heart which God principally requires, looks At, and Accepteth. cs av pns31 vvz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av av-dc j; cs pns12 p-acp vvb, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 av-jn vvz, vvz p-acp, cc vvz. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7171 And where the heart is right, the mistake in the action can be but a lapse of humane frailty and weakness. And where the heart is right, the mistake in the actium can be but a lapse of humane frailty and weakness. cc c-crq dt n1 vbz j-jn, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7172 Now where the sincere purpose and design, and counsel of the heart is right, there the heart must be right with God. Now where the sincere purpose and Design, and counsel of the heart is right, there the heart must be right with God. av c-crq dt j n1 cc n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j-jn, a-acp dt n1 vmb vbi j-jn p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7173 I say the heart is that which God requireth, My son (saith he) give me thy heart, and you shall find where that is right bent and inclined. I say the heart is that which God requires, My son (Says he) give me thy heart, and you shall find where that is right bent and inclined. pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz d r-crq np1 vvz, po11 n1 (vvz pns31) vvb pno11 po21 n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi c-crq d vbz av-jn vvn cc vvn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7174 God passeth over a great many errors and failings in the conversation: and this is what God said in this very case, 1 King. 8.18. Whereas it was in thine heart to build me an house, thou didst well that it was in thine heart. God passes over a great many errors and failings in the Conversation: and this is what God said in this very case, 1 King. 8.18. Whereas it was in thine heart to built me an house, thou didst well that it was in thine heart. np1 vvz p-acp dt j d n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1: cc d vbz q-crq np1 vvd p-acp d j n1, crd n1. crd. cs pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 dt n1, pns21 vdd2 av d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 365
7175 The Lord looketh on the heart, and ordinarily in Scripture he accounteth men to have done good or evil, according as their hearts were prepared or set. Rohoboam did evil, The Lord looks on the heart, and ordinarily in Scripture he accounteth men to have done good or evil, according as their hearts were prepared or Set. Rehoboam did evil, dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av-j p-acp n1 pns31 vvz n2 pc-acp vhi vdn j cc j-jn, vvg p-acp po32 n2 vbdr vvn cc vvn. np1 vdd av-jn, (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7176 because he prepared not his heart to seek the Lord, 2 Chron. 12.14. Now where there is a good intention, design, and purpose, there the heart is right. Because he prepared not his heart to seek the Lord, 2 Chronicles 12.14. Now where there is a good intention, Design, and purpose, there the heart is right. c-acp pns31 vvd xx po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, crd np1 crd. av c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j n1, n1, cc n1, a-acp dt n1 vbz j-jn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7177 Only here I must caution you as to two things: 1. That you do not think that a pretence of a good heart or intention will do you any service. Only Here I must caution you as to two things: 1. That you do not think that a pretence of a good heart or intention will do you any service. j av pns11 vmb n1 pn22 a-acp p-acp crd n2: crd cst pn22 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 vmb vdi pn22 d n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7178 It is one thing to pretend a good heart, another thing to have it. It is one thing to pretend a good heart, Another thing to have it. pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1, j-jn n1 pc-acp vhi pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7179 Jehu pretended a great zeal for God, but had nothing less. 2. You must take heed of thinking, that a good intention will justifie a sinful action; but a sincere and good intention, I say is accepted of God, Jehu pretended a great zeal for God, but had nothing less. 2. You must take heed of thinking, that a good intention will justify a sinful actium; but a sincere and good intention, I say is accepted of God, np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp np1, p-acp vhd pix av-dc. crd pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f vvg, cst dt j n1 vmb vvi dt j n1; p-acp dt j cc j n1, pns11 vvb vbz vvn pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7180 and often rewarded by him, where the action is such as God approveth not, and makes an error in action to be but a sin of infirmity; and often rewarded by him, where the actium is such as God approveth not, and makes an error in actium to be but a since of infirmity; cc av vvn p-acp pno31, c-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp np1 vvz xx, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7181 for where the heart stands right, and truly designs the honour of God, the man cannot in that action wilfully dishonour God: for where the heart Stands right, and truly designs the honour of God, the man cannot in that actium wilfully dishonour God: p-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz j-jn, cc av-j n2 dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 vmbx p-acp d n1 av-j n1 np1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7182 and this is enough to make this motion of Providence appear to you very reasonable. and this is enough to make this motion of Providence appear to you very reasonable. cc d vbz av-d pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp pn22 av j. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7183 Before I come to apply this Observation, I shall only give you one or two Cautions. Before I come to apply this Observation, I shall only give you one or two Cautions. p-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 690 Page 366
7184 1. They are only rewards of this life, by which God rewards the services of wicked men, whose heart in the action is not right. 1. They Are only rewards of this life, by which God rewards the services of wicked men, whose heart in the actium is not right. crd pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2, rg-crq n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz xx j-jn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 691 Page 366
7185 Jehis was rewarded, but it was only with a temporary dominion, his sons for four generations sate upon the Throne of Israel. Assyria was rewarded for his service against Israel; but it was only with spoil and plunder, Jehis was rewarded, but it was only with a temporary dominion, his Sons for four generations sat upon the Throne of Israel. Assyria was rewarded for his service against Israel; but it was only with spoil and plunder, npg1 vbds vvn, cc-acp pn31 vbds av-j p-acp dt j n1, po31 n2 p-acp crd n2 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1; p-acp pn31 vbds av-j p-acp n1 cc vvi, (32) sermon (DIV3) 691 Page 366
7186 and the enlargment of his Dominions; and the enlargement of his Dominions; cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (32) sermon (DIV3) 691 Page 366
7188 2. They are but temporary rewards, after the enjoyment of which for a time, God usually punisheth the sinner. 2. They Are but temporary rewards, After the enjoyment of which for a time, God usually Punisheth the sinner. crd pns32 vbr p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq p-acp dt n1, np1 av-j vvz dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 692 Page 366
7189 Such was the reward of Jehu, it lasted but four generations, and then God visited the blood of Jezreel upon the house of Jehu: It was but a little time that Assyria, that Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon joyed in the reward which God gave him for the great service with which he had made his Army to serve against Tyrus, for the Prophets prophecied of the destruction of Babylon soon after: Such was the reward of Jehu, it lasted but four generations, and then God visited the blood of Jezrael upon the house of Jehu: It was but a little time that Assyria, that Nebuchadnezzar the King of Babylon joyed in the reward which God gave him for the great service with which he had made his Army to serve against Tyre, for the prophets prophesied of the destruction of Babylon soon After: d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vvd p-acp crd n2, cc av np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: pn31 vbds p-acp dt j n1 cst np1, cst np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 av a-acp: (32) sermon (DIV3) 692 Page 366
7190 and the Scripture tells us how it was by the Persian Monarch. These things premised, I now come to the Application: and the Scripture tells us how it was by the Persian Monarch. These things premised, I now come to the Application: cc dt n1 vvz pno12 c-crq pn31 vbds p-acp dt jp n1. np1 n2 vvn, pns11 av vvb p-acp dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 692 Page 366
7191 And, 1. By way of Instruction. And, 1. By Way of Instruction. cc, crd p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 692 Page 366
7192 Ʋse 1. We may learn hence what a good God we serve: no man serveth God for nothing. Ʋse 1. We may Learn hence what a good God we serve: no man serves God for nothing. j crd pns12 vmb vvi av q-crq dt j np1 pns12 vvb: dx n1 vvz np1 p-acp pix. (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 366
7193 The least service that men do for God, shall have its proportionable reward. The least service that men do for God, shall have its proportionable reward. dt ds n1 cst n2 vdb p-acp np1, vmb vhi po31 j n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 367
7194 His very Enemies shall not do actions for him, but they shall have a recompence for them. His very Enemies shall not do actions for him, but they shall have a recompense for them. po31 j n2 vmb xx vdi n2 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns32 vmb vhi dt n1 p-acp pno32. (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 367
7195 The liberality of God, even to the worst of men, serving him by the by, The liberality of God, even to the worst of men, serving him by the by, dt n1 pp-f np1, av p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vvg pno31 p-acp dt a-acp, (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 367
7196 and looking quite another way when they are at Gods Oars, should commend God unto us all; and looking quite Another Way when they Are At God's Oars, should commend God unto us all; cc vvg av j-jn n1 c-crq pns32 vbr p-acp npg1 n2, vmd vvi np1 p-acp pno12 d; (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 367
7197 and may mightily help the People of God to conclude, that their labour of love for God shall not be forgotten by him. and may mightily help the People of God to conclude, that their labour of love for God shall not be forgotten by him. cc vmb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, cst po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 693 Page 367
7198 Ʋse 2. In the second place, this will instruct you in one great reason of what is such a beam oft-times in the eyes of Gods best servants: Ʋse 2. In the second place, this will instruct you in one great reason of what is such a beam ofttimes in the eyes of God's best Servants: j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d vmb vvi pn22 p-acp crd j n1 pp-f r-crq vbz d dt n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 js n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7199 I mean the prosperity, power, and greatness of vile men. I know it is not always the cause, but oft-times it is. I mean the Prosperity, power, and greatness of vile men. I know it is not always the cause, but ofttimes it is. pns11 vvb dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f j n2. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz xx av dt n1, cc-acp av pn31 vbz. (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7200 They have done some actions, from which God hath had a service; They have done Some actions, from which God hath had a service; pns32 vhb vdn d n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vhn dt n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7201 it may be God hath used them to do some great piece of service for his Church, it may be God hath used them to do Some great piece of service for his Church, pn31 vmb vbi np1 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vdi d j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7202 so you know he used Cyrus (upon which the Scripture calleth him Gods servant), it may be they have done some service for God against his People apostatizing: so you know he used Cyrus (upon which the Scripture calls him God's servant), it may be they have done Some service for God against his People apostatizing: av pn22 vvb pns31 vvd npg1 (p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz pno31 npg1 n1), pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vhb vdn d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvg: (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7203 thus Assyria was the rod of Gods anger, though he did not mean so. thus Assyria was the rod of God's anger, though he did not mean so. av np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi av. (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7204 God had sent him against an hypocritical Nation. There are many ways by which wicked men may do God service, while they intend nothing so. God had sent him against an hypocritical nation. There Are many ways by which wicked men may do God service, while they intend nothing so. np1 vhd vvd pno31 p-acp dt j n1. pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq j n2 vmb vdi np1 n1, cs pns32 vvb pix av. (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7205 It may be sometimes God will make use of them to relieve his poor servants in distress, taking advantage of their good natures, It may be sometime God will make use of them to relieve his poor Servants in distress, taking advantage of their good nature's, pn31 vmb vbi av np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp n1, vvg n1 pp-f po32 j n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7206 or some relation they have to them, &c. And this, though it may be we cannot always give account of the particular cause, is the reason why God doth great things for them, or Some Relation they have to them, etc. And this, though it may be we cannot always give account of the particular cause, is the reason why God does great things for them, cc d n1 pns32 vhb p-acp pno32, av cc d, cs pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmbx av vvi n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz dt n1 c-crq np1 vdz j n2 p-acp pno32, (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7207 as to the good things of this life. as to the good things of this life. c-acp p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7208 But there are two more proper branches of Application, which I further aim at, the one concerning sinners more properly; But there Are two more proper branches of Application, which I further aim At, the one Concerning Sinners more properly; p-acp a-acp vbr crd av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns11 av-jc vvb p-acp, dt pi vvg n2 av-dc av-j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7209 the other concerning such whose hearts are right with God. the other Concerning such whose hearts Are right with God. dt n-jn vvg d rg-crq n2 vbr j-jn p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 694 Page 367
7210 Ʋse 3. In the third place, this Observation looketh upon all men, even the worst of men, Ʋse 3. In the third place, this Observation looks upon all men, even the worst of men, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vvz p-acp d n2, av dt js pp-f n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 695 Page 367
7211 and speaketh to them for two things: and speaks to them for two things: cc vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp crd n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 695 Page 367
7212 1. That they would imploy all the talents which God hath given them in some service of God. 1. That they would employ all the Talents which God hath given them in Some service of God. crd cst pns32 vmd vvi d dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 367
7213 Sirs, you can none of you work for a more liberal and bountiful master; Sirs, you can none of you work for a more liberal and bountiful master; n2, pn22 vmb pix pp-f pn22 vvb p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 367
7214 the world is the great thing in the eyes of worldly men, they would be rich, and great, and honourable, they have no faith, the world is the great thing in the eyes of worldly men, they would be rich, and great, and honourable, they have no faith, dt n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pns32 vmd vbi j, cc j, cc j, pns32 vhb dx n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 367
7215 for the riches of glory, no sense of the riches of grace; for the riches of glory, no sense of the riches of grace; p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, dx n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 367
7216 their language is, What will you give me? and understand no greater things that God hath to give, than sensible things. their language is, What will you give me? and understand no greater things that God hath to give, than sensible things. po32 n1 vbz, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pno11? cc vvb dx jc n2 cst np1 vhz p-acp vvi, cs j n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 367
7217 Now admit their judgment were right, yet it were their greatest policy to be doing those things which are materially good, Now admit their judgement were right, yet it were their greatest policy to be doing those things which Are materially good, av vvb po32 n1 vbdr j-jn, av pn31 vbdr po32 js n1 pc-acp vbi vdg d n2 r-crq vbr av-jn j, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7218 and which are unquestionably within their power to do, to be making use of their estates, which they spend in luxury and wantonness, in drinking and gaming, &c. in cloathing the naked, feeding the hungry; and which Are unquestionably within their power to do, to be making use of their estates, which they spend in luxury and wantonness, in drinking and gaming, etc. in clothing the naked, feeding the hungry; cc q-crq vbr av-j p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vbi vvg n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp vvg cc n-vvg, av p-acp n1 dt j, vvg dt j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7219 the power and interest which God hath given them, in the protection of such as fear God, the power and Interest which God hath given them, in the protection of such as Fear God, dt n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7220 and delivering of them from the hands of oppressors. and delivering of them from the hands of Oppressors's. cc vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7221 I remember it was the counsel of the Prophet Daniel, to a Heathen King, Dan. 4.27. I Remember it was the counsel of the Prophet daniel, to a Heathen King, Dan. 4.27. pns11 vvb pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, np1 crd. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7222 Wherefore, O King, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, Wherefore, Oh King, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy Sins by righteousness, c-crq, uh n1, vvb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pno21, cc vvi a-acp po21 n2 p-acp n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7223 and thy iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor, if it may be a lengthning of thy tranquillity. and thy iniquities by showing mercy to the poor, if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity. cc po21 n2 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j, cs pn31 vmb vbi dt vvg pp-f po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7224 It is a text, that is not without its difficulties, and about which there hath been a great contention betwixt Papists and Protestants, the Papists from it stifly contending for their Doctrine of Merits and Satisfaction, by works of mercy and charity. But whiles themselves grant, that works by which we can merit, must be such as are more than strict duty, It is a text, that is not without its difficulties, and about which there hath been a great contention betwixt Papists and Protestants, the Papists from it stiffly contending for their Doctrine of Merits and Satisfaction, by works of mercy and charity. But while themselves grant, that works by which we can merit, must be such as Are more than strict duty, pn31 vbz dt n1, cst vbz xx p-acp po31 n2, cc p-acp r-crq a-acp vhz vbn dt j n1 p-acp njp2 cc n2, dt njp2 p-acp pn31 av-j vvg p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. p-acp n1 px32 vvb, cst vvz p-acp r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, vmb vbi d c-acp vbr dc cs j n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7225 and Justice and Charity are the two only things which the Prophet doth here advise, which we know are duties required of all in innumerable places of Scripture, there can be little pretence for any such building upon this foundation. and justice and Charity Are the two only things which the Prophet does Here Advice, which we know Are duties required of all in innumerable places of Scripture, there can be little pretence for any such building upon this Foundation. cc n1 cc n1 vbr dt crd j n2 r-crq dt n1 vdz av vvi, r-crq pns12 vvb vbr n2 vvn pp-f d p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vmb vbi j n1 p-acp d d n1 p-acp d n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7226 Daniel is plainly giving counsel to that Prince, how he might, if not finally avoid, daniel is plainly giving counsel to that Prince, how he might, if not finally avoid, np1 vbz av-j vvg n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vmd, cs xx av-j vvi, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7227 yet for a time turn away that fierce wrath of God which he saw was began to kindle against him; yet for a time turn away that fierce wrath of God which he saw was began to kindle against him; av p-acp dt n1 vvb av d j n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvd vbds vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7228 he adviseth him to do this, by breaking off his tyrannical oppression, and shewing mercy, instead of that cruelty with which the former part of his reign had been stained. he adviseth him to do this, by breaking off his tyrannical oppression, and showing mercy, instead of that cruelty with which the former part of his Reign had been stained. pns31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi d, p-acp vvg a-acp po31 j n1, cc vvg n1, av pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 vhd vbn vvn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7229 Now mark the argument, If, saith he, it may be a lengthning of thy tranquillity. Now mark the argument, If, Says he, it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity. av vvb dt n1, cs, vvz pns31, pn31 vmb vbi dt vvg pp-f po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7230 I know your margents, tell you it may be read, It shall be an healing to your error, about which some less judicious Papists make a stir: I know your margins, tell you it may be read, It shall be an healing to your error, about which Some less judicious Papists make a stir: pns11 vvb po22 n2, vvb pn22 pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pn31 vmb vbi dt n-vvg p-acp po22 n1, p-acp r-crq d dc j njp2 vvb dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7231 but their own great Arias Montanus reads it, it shall be a prolongation of thy peace. Their vulgar Lat. reads it, perhaps he will pardon thy sins: but their own great Arias Montanus reads it, it shall be a prolongation of thy peace. Their Vulgar Lat. reads it, perhaps he will pardon thy Sins: cc-acp po32 d j np1 np1 vvz pn31, pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. po32 j np1 vvz pn31, av pns31 vmb vvi po21 n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7232 the septuagint NONLATINALPHABET, perhaps God will bear long with thy sins, &c. However (though indeed in that sense it doth not so sute my present purpose) there is no doubt, the Septuagint, perhaps God will bear long with thy Sins, etc. However (though indeed in that sense it does not so suit my present purpose) there is no doubt, dt vvb, av np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp po21 n2, av c-acp (cs av p-acp d n1 pn31 vdz xx av vvi po11 j n1) pc-acp vbz dx n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7233 but restitution is an healing of the error of injustice and oppression amongst men, though it be impossible that it should remove the guilt of sin before God. but restitution is an healing of the error of injustice and oppression among men, though it be impossible that it should remove the guilt of since before God. cc-acp n1 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, cs pn31 vbb j cst pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7234 But I have digressed too far. But I have digressed too Far. p-acp pns11 vhb vvd av av-j. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 368
7235 Let my counsel be acceptable now to every sinner, that hath any interest in the world, any talent of riches or honour, power or interest, which he might improve in the doing of any thing which God hath commanded. Let my counsel be acceptable now to every sinner, that hath any Interest in the world, any talon of riches or honour, power or Interest, which he might improve in the doing of any thing which God hath commanded. vvb po11 n1 vbi j av p-acp d n1, cst vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1, d n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt vdg pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7236 If he be one that hath no regard to his soul, but meerly to his interest in the world, it is the best improvement that he can possibly make of it. If he be one that hath no regard to his soul, but merely to his Interest in the world, it is the best improvement that he can possibly make of it. cs pns31 vbb crd cst vhz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz dt js n1 cst pns31 vmb av-j vvi pp-f pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7237 If a man had set his heart against the God of Heaven, and designed never intentionally to serve and honour him, If a man had Set his heart against the God of Heaven, and designed never intentionally to serve and honour him, cs dt n1 vhd vvn po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd av av-j pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno31, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7238 but to make the world and his belly his God, without any belief of, or regard to an eternal well-being; but to make the world and his belly his God, without any belief of, or regard to an Eternal well-being; cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc po31 n1 po31 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f, cc vvi p-acp dt j n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7239 yet it were his greatest policy to do things materially good, in order to the obtaining of that portion in this life, yet it were his greatest policy to do things materially good, in order to the obtaining of that portion in this life, av pn31 vbdr po31 js n1 pc-acp vdi n2 av-jn j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7240 for him and his posterity, upon which he is wholly intent. for him and his posterity, upon which he is wholly intent. p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz av-jn j. (32) sermon (DIV3) 696 Page 369
7241 2. But secondly, This observation speaketh aloud to all to take heed of blessing themselves upon their worldly circumstances. 2. But secondly, This observation speaks aloud to all to take heed of blessing themselves upon their worldly Circumstances. crd p-acp ord, d n1 vvz av p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg px32 p-acp po32 j n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7242 It is a thing that we are very prone to, to conclude, to the acceptation of our persons, It is a thing that we Are very prove to, to conclude, to the acceptation of our Persons, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst pns12 vbr av j p-acp, pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7243 and our works, from our outward prosperity. and our works, from our outward Prosperity. cc po12 n2, p-acp po12 j n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7244 They neither signifie any thing to us, as to the perfect goodness of the work, nor yet as to any eternal reward, no, nor a lasting reward in this life. They neither signify any thing to us, as to the perfect Goodness of the work, nor yet as to any Eternal reward, no, nor a lasting reward in this life. pns32 d vvi d n1 p-acp pno12, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, ccx av a-acp p-acp d j n1, av-dx, ccx dt j-vvg n1 p-acp d n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7245 We use to say, Bonum ex causis integris, malum ex quolibet defectu, a work is made evil by any defect in it, the least fly maketh the Apothecaries box of oyntment to stink; We use to say, Bonum ex Causis integris, malum ex quolibet defectu, a work is made evil by any defect in it, the least fly makes the Apothecaries box of ointment to stink; pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn p-acp d n1 p-acp pn31, dt ds n1 vvz dt n2 n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi; (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7246 the action must be formally, as well as materially good; the actium must be formally, as well as materially good; dt n1 vmb vbi av-j, c-acp av c-acp av-jn j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7247 not only what God hath required, but it must be done with a true heart, designing the glory and service of God, not only what God hath required, but it must be done with a true heart, designing the glory and service of God, xx av-j q-crq np1 vhz vvn, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt j n1, vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7248 and in a true manner, according to that rule which he hath given us for the performance of it, and in a true manner, according to that Rule which he hath given us for the performance of it, cc p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7249 or it cannot be acceptable to a pure and holy God: or it cannot be acceptable to a pure and holy God: cc pn31 vmbx vbi j p-acp dt j cc j np1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7250 nor do these rewards signifie any thing as to our eternal reward and recompence. A man may for a work be rewarded in this life, nor do these rewards signify any thing as to our Eternal reward and recompense. A man may for a work be rewarded in this life, ccx vdb d n2 vvi d n1 c-acp p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1. dt n1 vmb p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7251 and yet damned in the world to come: he hath had his reward. and yet damned in the world to come: he hath had his reward. cc av vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi: pns31 vhz vhn po31 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7252 I remember Christ saith so of the Pharisees prayers and fastings, Mat. 6. They have their reward: the disciples of Christ that act sincerely, they shall be recompenced in the resurrection of the just. I Remember christ Says so of the Pharisees Prayers and Fastings, Mathew 6. They have their reward: the Disciples of christ that act sincerely, they shall be recompensed in the resurrection of the just. pns11 vvb np1 vvz av pp-f dt np2 n2 cc n2-vvg, np1 crd pns32 vhb po32 n1: dt n2 pp-f np1 cst n1 av-j, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7253 Hypocrites have their reward, in the honour and applause they have, in the riches and honour which God giveth them. Hypocrites have their reward, in the honour and applause they have, in the riches and honour which God gives them. n2 vhb po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pns32 vhb, p-acp dt n2 cc n1 r-crq np1 vvz pno32. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7254 God is out of their debt. God is out of their debt. np1 vbz av pp-f po32 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7255 No, nor secondly (which possibly to them is more terrible) these kind of recompences are but temporary things for a little time. No, nor secondly (which possibly to them is more terrible) these kind of recompenses Are but temporary things for a little time. uh-dx, ccx ord (r-crq av-j p-acp pno32 vbz av-dc j) d n1 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp j n2 p-acp dt j n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7256 Jehu had taken out all his payment from God for his service against the house of Ahab in four generations. Jehu had taken out all his payment from God for his service against the house of Ahab in four generations. np1 vhd vvn av d po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7257 Assyria and Babylon had taken out their rewards for their services much sooner. Assyria and Babylon had taken out their rewards for their services much sooner. np1 cc np1 vhd vvn av po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2 av-d av-c. (32) sermon (DIV3) 697 Page 369
7258 Ʋse 4. In the next place, This Observation may be of very great use, both for the comfort and incouragement of such, whose hearts are right with God. For their comfort as to what they have done, Ʋse 4. In the next place, This Observation may be of very great use, both for the Comfort and encouragement of such, whose hearts Are right with God. For their Comfort as to what they have done, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vmb vbi pp-f av j n1, d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d, rg-crq n2 vbr j-jn p-acp np1. p-acp po32 vvi a-acp p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vdn, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7259 for their incouragement to go on yet in their motions and designs for God. 1. For their comfort. It must be laid down for a substratum to the following part of my discourse upon this Theme, That no man can be called a child of God, for their encouragement to go on yet in their motions and designs for God. 1. For their Comfort. It must be laid down for a substratum to the following part of my discourse upon this Theme, That no man can be called a child of God, c-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av p-acp po32 n2 cc n2 p-acp np1. crd p-acp po32 vvi. pn31 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt fw-la p-acp dt j-vvg n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1, cst dx n1 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7260 but he who doth not serve God by the by, tanquam aliud agens, in the mean time eying some other design, but he who does not serve God by the by, tanquam Aliud agens, in the mean time Eyeing Some other Design, cc-acp pns31 r-crq vdz xx vvi np1 p-acp dt a-acp, fw-la vvn fw-la, p-acp dt j n1 vvg d j-jn n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7261 and setting up to himself some other end; and setting up to himself Some other end; cc vvg a-acp p-acp px31 d j-jn n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7262 but he who in his actions sets himself with a full purpose of heart, to seek, but he who in his actions sets himself with a full purpose of heart, to seek, cc-acp pns31 r-crq p-acp po31 n2 vvz px31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7263 and honour, and glorifie God, he may miss his mark, either through the mistake of his eye, and honour, and Glorify God, he may miss his mark, either through the mistake of his eye, cc n1, cc vvi np1, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7264 or his hand, but his face is thitherward, that's the white at which he aims; or his hand, but his face is thitherward, that's the white At which he aims; cc po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz av, d|vbz dt j-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7265 he hath set the honour and glory of God before him as his mark, and towards it, it is, that he presseth forward: he hath Set the honour and glory of God before him as his mark, and towards it, it is, that he Presseth forward: pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 c-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz, cst pns31 vvz av-j: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7266 he may mistake (as David did) thinking something will be for the honour of God, which will not; he may mistake (as David did) thinking something will be for the honour of God, which will not; pns31 vmb vvi (c-acp np1 vdd) vvg pi vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb xx; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7267 or come short as to the issue, not being able to bring his design to a desired issue; or come short as to the issue, not being able to bring his Design to a desired issue; cc vvb j c-acp p-acp dt n1, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7269 Now failers in these cases, when once discerned by the souls of Christians, prove oft-times causes of great trouble, Now failers in these cases, when once discerned by the Souls of Christians, prove ofttimes Causes of great trouble, av n2 p-acp d n2, c-crq a-acp vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvb av n2 pp-f j n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7270 and exceeding sad reflexions to them; and exceeding sad reflexions to them; cc av-vvg j n2 p-acp pno32; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7271 and nothing can be thought of as more proper to give them relief, than what I have been at this time discoursing of. and nothing can be Thought of as more proper to give them relief, than what I have been At this time discoursing of. cc pix vmb vbi vvn pp-f a-acp av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno32 n1, cs r-crq pns11 vhb vbn p-acp d n1 vvg pp-f. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7272 That when God doth not, cannot allow of the action as integrally good and perfect, That when God does not, cannot allow of the actium as integrally good and perfect, cst c-crq np1 vdz xx, vmbx vvi pp-f dt n1 c-acp av-j j cc j, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7273 yet he will reward the good intention, the design and purpose in the childs of Gods heart. yet he will reward the good intention, the Design and purpose in the child's of God's heart. av pns31 vmb vvi dt j n1, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt ng1 pp-f npg1 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7274 Methinks in this case it is a sweet text, (they are the words of Solomon upon the dedication of the Temple which he had builded, 1 King. 8.18.) And the Lord said unto David my father, Methinks in this case it is a sweet text, (they Are the words of Solomon upon the dedication of the Temple which he had built, 1 King. 8.18.) And the Lord said unto David my father, vvz p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz dt j n1, (pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn, crd n1. crd.) cc dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 po11 n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7275 Whereas it was in thine heart to build an house unto my name, thou didst well that it was in thine heart: Whereas it was in thine heart to built an house unto my name, thou didst well that it was in thine heart: cs pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, pns21 vdd2 av d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7276 Nevertheless thou shalt not build the house, but thy son that is come out of thy loins, he shall build the house unto my name. Nevertheless thou shalt not built the house, but thy son that is come out of thy loins, he shall built the house unto my name. av pns21 vm2 xx vvi dt n1, cc-acp po21 n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f po21 n2, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7277 There are in that text these things remarkable. 1. David had an intention to build God an house. 2. He did not build this house. 3. God did not allow of the action. There Are in that text these things remarkable. 1. David had an intention to built God an house. 2. He did not built this house. 3. God did not allow of the actium. pc-acp vbr p-acp d n1 d n2 j. crd np1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1. crd pns31 vdd xx vvi d n1. crd np1 vdd xx vvi pp-f dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7278 God sent him word by Nathan he should not do it (as you have heard before). God sent him word by Nathan he should not do it (as you have herd before). np1 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp np1 pns31 vmd xx vdi pn31 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn a-acp). (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7279 Yet 3. God accepted his good design, his general good intention. Thou didst well (saith God) that it was in thine heart. Yet 3. God accepted his good Design, his general good intention. Thou didst well (Says God) that it was in thine heart. av crd np1 vvd po31 j n1, po31 n1 j n1. pns21 vdd2 av (vvz np1) d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7280 4. God did not only accept this good design and intention, but he also rewards it: 4. God did not only accept this good Design and intention, but he also rewards it: crd np1 vdd xx av-j vvi d j n1 cc n1, cc-acp pns31 av vvz pn31: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7281 Nevertheless (saith he) thy son that is come out of thy loins, he shall build me an house: Nevertheless (Says he) thy son that is come out of thy loins, he shall built me an house: av (vvz pns31) po21 n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f po21 n2, pns31 vmb vvi pno11 dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7282 thou shalt not have the honour of it, but thy son shall have the honour of it. thou shalt not have the honour of it, but thy son shall have the honour of it. pns21 vm2 xx vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp po21 n1 vmb vhi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 370
7283 David was undertaking a matter in the worship of God, without any special direction; God upon this createth an institution, and legitimateth the action for his son. David was undertaking a matter in the worship of God, without any special direction; God upon this Createth an Institution, and legitimateth the actium for his son. np1 vbds vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n1; np1 p-acp d vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7284 I say it is an admirable text, if it be well digested, to relieve the spirits of the People of God under their troubles for their imperfect performances. I say it is an admirable text, if it be well digested, to relieve the spirits of the People of God under their Troubles for their imperfect performances. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1, cs pn31 vbb av vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 j n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7285 A Christian prays, he sanctifieth a Sabbath, he setteth himself to seek the Lord in any piece of instituted worship; A Christian prays, he Sanctifieth a Sabbath, he sets himself to seek the Lord in any piece of instituted worship; dt njp vvz, pns31 vvz dt n1, pns31 vvz px31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f vvn n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7286 when he reflecteth upon it, and compareth it with the perfect rule, he sits down wonderfully troubled, considering he hath done nothing as he ought to do; when he reflecteth upon it, and compareth it with the perfect Rule, he sits down wonderfully troubled, considering he hath done nothing as he ought to do; c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn31, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1, pns31 vvz a-acp av-j vvn, vvg pns31 vhz vdn pix p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7287 he hath prayed, but with a wofully wandring, distracted, and distempered heart; he hath prayed, but with a woefully wandering, distracted, and distempered heart; pns31 vhz vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt av-j vvg, j-vvn, cc j-vvn n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7288 his heart hath not bled while he hath been confessing of sins, nor believed enough while he hath been putting up his supplications to the God of Heaven, his heart hath not bled while he hath been confessing of Sins, nor believed enough while he hath been putting up his supplications to the God of Heaven, po31 n1 vhz xx vvn cs pns31 vhz vbn vvg pp-f n2, ccx vvd d n1 pns31 vhz vbn vvg a-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7289 nor been raised enough in the Meditations of the Divine Goodness, whiles his tongue hath been uttering the good things which God hath done for him: nor been raised enough in the Meditations of the Divine goodness, while his tongue hath been uttering the good things which God hath done for him: ccx vbi vvn av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cs po31 n1 vhz vbn vvg dt j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp pno31: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7290 To what purpose should he do any thing more, who doth nothing as he ought to do it? I would but ask a poor Christian, To what purpose should he do any thing more, who does nothing as he ought to do it? I would but ask a poor Christian, p-acp r-crq n1 vmd pns31 vdi d n1 av-dc, r-crq vdz pix p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi pn31? pns11 vmd cc-acp vvi dt j njp, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7291 thus troubled upon any performance, Was it in thine heart to honour God in what thou didst? thou camest to hear the word of God, or thou camest to humble thy self before God by fasting, or thou camest to prayer, or to receive a sacrament; thou reflectest upon the action done, thou seest it full of imperfections, thou hast not honoured God as thou desiredst, thy heart hath not been perfect with God. thus troubled upon any performance, Was it in thine heart to honour God in what thou didst? thou camest to hear the word of God, or thou camest to humble thy self before God by fasting, or thou camest to prayer, or to receive a sacrament; thou reflectest upon the actium done, thou See it full of imperfections, thou hast not honoured God as thou desiredst, thy heart hath not been perfect with God. av vvn p-acp d n1, vbds pn31 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp n1 np1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vdd2? pns21 vvd2 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns21 vvd2 p-acp j po21 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg, cc pns21 vvd2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvb dt n1; pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 vdn, pns21 vv2 pn31 j pp-f n2, pns21 vh2 xx vvn np1 c-acp pns21 vvd2, po21 n1 vhz xx vbn j p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7292 But what was in thine heart in these undertakings? was it in thine heart to mock God, But what was in thine heart in these undertakings? was it in thine heart to mock God, p-acp r-crq vbds p-acp po21 n1 p-acp d n2-vvg? vbds pn31 p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7293 or to serve God? was not this thy design to humble thy soul before the Lord, to pay an homage which thy soul owed unto God? was it not in thine heart to serve God? If it were, believe that thou hearest God saying to thee, or to serve God? was not this thy Design to humble thy soul before the Lord, to pay an homage which thy soul owed unto God? was it not in thine heart to serve God? If it were, believe that thou Hearst God saying to thee, cc pc-acp vvi np1? vbds xx d po21 n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq po21 n1 vvd p-acp np1? vbds pn31 xx p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi np1? cs pn31 vbdr, vvb cst pns21 vv2 np1 vvg p-acp pno21, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7294 Whereas it was in thine heart to pray, to praise, to humble thy self before me, to do what I commanded thee to do, thou didst well that it was in thine heart: Whereas it was in thine heart to pray, to praise, to humble thy self before me, to do what I commanded thee to do, thou didst well that it was in thine heart: cs pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno11, pc-acp vdi r-crq pns11 vvd pno21 pc-acp vdi, pns21 vdd2 av d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7295 it may be thou didst not well in the action, it was not well done in thine hand; it may be thou didst not well in the actium, it was not well done in thine hand; pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vdd2 xx av p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbds xx av vdn p-acp po21 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7296 but this was well, that it was in thine heart. but this was well, that it was in thine heart. cc-acp d vbds av, cst pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7297 As we sometimes refuse something from our friend, and say, I thank you as much as if you did it, but it is needless; As we sometime refuse something from our friend, and say, I thank you as much as if you did it, but it is needless; c-acp pns12 av vvi pi p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi, pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d c-acp cs pn22 vdd pn31, cc-acp pn31 vbz j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7298 I desire you to spare your pains, I care not for it, or I desire not it should be done yet, I desire you to spare your pains, I care not for it, or I desire not it should be done yet, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi po22 n2, pns11 vvb xx p-acp pn31, cc pns11 vvb xx pn31 vmd vbi vdn av, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7299 but yet I take it as kindly as if you did it. but yet I take it as kindly as if you did it. cc-acp av pns11 vvb pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp cs pn22 vdd pn31. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7300 Or as we sometimes accept of what a poor child or servant hath done for us, Or as we sometime accept of what a poor child or servant hath done for us, cc c-acp pns12 av vvi pp-f r-crq dt j n1 cc n1 vhz vdn p-acp pno12, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7301 though we do not like it as done to our minds, and excuse it by saying, Poor child! it intended well: so God doth with us; though we do not like it as done to our minds, and excuse it by saying, Poor child! it intended well: so God does with us; cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pn31 p-acp vdi p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi pn31 p-acp vvg, j n1! pn31 vvd av: av np1 vdz p-acp pno12; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 371
7302 methinks what he said to David, was as much as if he had said, I do not yet need any other house then I have, I do not care for it: methinks what he said to David, was as much as if he had said, I do not yet need any other house then I have, I do not care for it: vvb r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, vbds p-acp d c-acp cs pns31 vhd vvn, pns11 vdb xx av vvi d j-jn n1 cs pns11 vhb, pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp pn31: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7303 but this thou didst not know, David. Thou didst well that it was in thine heart, thou hadst a good general design and intention: but this thou didst not know, David. Thou didst well that it was in thine heart, thou Hadst a good general Design and intention: p-acp d pns21 vdd2 xx vvi, np1. pns21 vdd2 av d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1, pns21 vhd2 dt j j n1 cc n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7304 and so to us, this prayer, this service, this homage is not every way perfect, and so to us, this prayer, this service, this homage is not every Way perfect, cc av p-acp pno12, d n1, d n1, d n1 vbz xx d n1 j, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7305 but yet it was in my childs heart to honour me, and to obey my commands. but yet it was in my child's heart to honour me, and to obey my commands. cc-acp av pn31 vbds p-acp po11 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, cc pc-acp vvi po11 n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7327 1. The heart is that which (as the eye in shooting) gives or takes the aim at the mark. 1. The heart is that which (as the eye in shooting) gives or Takes the aim At the mark. crd dt n1 vbz d r-crq (c-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg) vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 699 Page 373
7306 In this he hath done well, I will accept it, because it was in his heart, 2 Cor. 8. If there be a willing mind (saith the Apostle) it is accepted, not according to what a man hath not, In this he hath done well, I will accept it, Because it was in his heart, 2 Cor. 8. If there be a willing mind (Says the Apostle) it is accepted, not according to what a man hath not, p-acp d pns31 vhz vdn av, pns11 vmb vvi pn31, c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1 (vvz dt n1) pn31 vbz vvn, xx vvg p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz xx, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7307 but according to what he hath. but according to what he hath. cc-acp vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7308 The Apostle speaketh there with reference to alms, but it is as true as to all other duties; The Apostle speaks there with Referente to alms, but it is as true as to all other duties; dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp p-acp d j-jn n2; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7309 if there be a willing mind, a true heart, it is accepted of God: if there be a willing mind, a true heart, it is accepted of God: cs pc-acp vbi dt j n1, dt j n1, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7310 I shall only caution you, that you mistake not this willing mind for a pitiful wish and velleity, without a setled steady purpose and resolution of heart, I shall only caution you, that you mistake not this willing mind for a pitiful wish and velleity, without a settled steady purpose and resolution of heart, pns11 vmb av-j n1 pn22, cst pn22 vvb xx d j n1 p-acp dt j vvb cc n1, p-acp dt j-vvn j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7311 and such an indeavour, as is within the reach and compass of our power; and such an endeavour, as is within the reach and compass of our power; cc d dt n1, c-acp vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7312 so that there wanteth not a desire and indeavour, but only a strength and ability to perform. so that there Wants not a desire and endeavour, but only a strength and ability to perform. av cst a-acp vvz xx dt n1 cc n1, cc-acp av-j dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7313 But if there be that, it is of wonderful comfort to us, under all our accusations and judgings of our selves. But if there be that, it is of wondered Comfort to us, under all our accusations and judgings of our selves. p-acp cs pc-acp vbb d, pn31 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp d po12 n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7314 There is no child of God, but it is in his heart to do better than he doth, it is in his heart to glorifie God in every duty, in every action, in the whole of his conversation; There is no child of God, but it is in his heart to do better than he does, it is in his heart to Glorify God in every duty, in every actium, in the Whole of his Conversation; pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vdi av-jc cs pns31 vdz, pn31 vbz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7315 why if it be in his heart, God saith to him, Thou hast done well that it was in thine heart. why if it be in his heart, God Says to him, Thou hast done well that it was in thine heart. c-crq cs pn31 vbb p-acp po31 n1, np1 vvz p-acp pno31, pns21 vh2 vdn av d pn31 vbds p-acp po21 n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7316 Nay this Meditation hath this advantage, That God will reward the good that is in his peoples hearts, not only with temporary, but with eternal rewards: Nay this Meditation hath this advantage, That God will reward the good that is in his peoples hearts, not only with temporary, but with Eternal rewards: uh d n1 vhz d n1, cst np1 vmb vvi dt j cst vbz p-acp po31 ng1 n2, xx av-j p-acp j, cc-acp p-acp j n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7317 and for this the Lord Jesus Christ is to be praised, who hath satisfied Divine Justice for us, and for this the Lord jesus christ is to be praised, who hath satisfied Divine justice for us, cc p-acp d dt n1 np1 np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vhz vvn j-jn n1 p-acp pno12, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7318 and perfectly fulfilled the law for us, and procured this of his Father, That the will should be accepted for the deed. and perfectly fulfilled the law for us, and procured this of his Father, That the will should be accepted for the deed. cc av-j vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvd d pp-f po31 n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7319 Do not therefore think ever to live in any view of your own perfection, you will never do that: Do not Therefore think ever to live in any view of your own perfection, you will never do that: vdb xx av vvi av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f po22 d n1, pn22 vmb av-x vdi d: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7320 Study only to live in the view of your own sincerity, to find that your hearts are right in the sight of God, take heed of heart-falshood; Study only to live in the view of your own sincerity, to find that your hearts Are right in the sighed of God, take heed of heart-falshood; vvb av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 d n1, pc-acp vvi cst po22 n2 vbr j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb n1 pp-f n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7321 ah, that is dreadful to find our hearts false with God. ah, that is dreadful to find our hearts false with God. uh, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7322 Ah! but will some jealous soul say, How shall I know this? how shall I know if my heart be right with God in any action, Ah! but will Some jealous soul say, How shall I know this? how shall I know if my heart be right with God in any actium, uh cc-acp vmb d j n1 vvi, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi d? q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cs po11 n1 vbi j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7323 when I see the action is not right, but cometh short of the glory of God? I answer, thou shalt easily know, when I see the actium is not right, but comes short of the glory of God? I answer, thou shalt Easily know, c-crq pns11 vvb dt n1 vbz xx j-jn, cc-acp vvz j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vvb, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi, (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7324 if thou doest but consider what the heart does in humane actions: if thou dost but Consider what the heart does in humane actions: cs pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi r-crq dt n1 vdz p-acp j n2: (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7325 and that you shall understand in three particulars: 1. It is the eye that takes the aim at the mark. and that you shall understand in three particulars: 1. It is the eye that Takes the aim At the mark. cc cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2-j: crd pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 372
7326 2. It is that which giveth strength to the bow. 3. It is that which gives a man pleasure in the action. 2. It is that which gives strength to the bow. 3. It is that which gives a man pleasure in the actium. crd pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. crd pn31 vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 698 Page 373
7328 The tongue speaks in prayer, and the outward man moves in actions of religious worship; The tongue speaks in prayer, and the outward man moves in actions of religious worship; dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, cc dt j n1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f j n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 699 Page 373
7329 but the heart now takes the aim, and directeth the intention of the action. The end of all our actions, is either, 1. The glory of God: or, 2. Our selves, our own honour, &c. If the heart be right with God in actions, the scope, design, but the heart now Takes the aim, and directeth the intention of the actium. The end of all our actions, is either, 1. The glory of God: or, 2. Our selves, our own honour, etc. If the heart be right with God in actions, the scope, Design, cc-acp dt n1 av vvz dt vvb, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1. dt n1 pp-f d po12 n2, vbz av-d, crd dt n1 pp-f np1: cc, crd po12 n2, po12 d n1, av cs dt n1 vbb j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp n2, dt n1, n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 699 Page 373
7330 and intention of the soul is to glorifie God, Psal. 38.9. All my desire is toward thee, Psal. 25.15. Mine eyes are ever toward the Lord. and intention of the soul is to Glorify God, Psalm 38.9. All my desire is towards thee, Psalm 25.15. Mine eyes Are ever towards the Lord. cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi np1, np1 crd. d po11 n1 vbz p-acp pno21, np1 crd. po11 n2 vbr av p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 699 Page 373
7331 2. The heart is that which in humane actions gives strength to the bow. 2. The heart is that which in humane actions gives strength to the bow. crd dt n1 vbz d r-crq p-acp j n2 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 700 Page 373
7332 The strength of a spiritual action lyes in the zeal or heat of affection which attendeth the action: The strength of a spiritual actium lies in the zeal or heat of affection which attends the actium: dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvz dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 700 Page 373
7333 now the heat of this is in the heart. now the heat of this is in the heart. av dt n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 700 Page 373
7334 Where a mans heart is not in an action, he acts coldly, he moveth slowly, the wheels of a soul are in the heart. Where a men heart is not in an actium, he acts coldly, he moves slowly, the wheels of a soul Are in the heart. c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz xx p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvz av-jn, pns31 vvz av-j, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 700 Page 373
7335 Where the heart is in an action, it runs, it makes haste, and delayeth not, it acteth with vigour and fervency. Where the heart is in an actium, it runs, it makes haste, and delayeth not, it Acts with vigour and fervency. c-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz, pn31 vvz n1, cc vvz xx, pn31 vvz p-acp n1 cc n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 700 Page 373
7336 3. Lastly, The heart is that which gives a soul delight and pleasure in an action. 3. Lastly, The heart is that which gives a soul delight and pleasure in an actium. crd ord, dt n1 vbz d r-crq vvz dt n1 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7337 Where the heart is not in prayer, in hearing, there is no pleasure, no sweetness, no delight affecting the soul. Where the heart is not in prayer, in hearing, there is no pleasure, no sweetness, no delight affecting the soul. c-crq dt n1 vbz xx p-acp n1, p-acp vvg, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n1, dx n1 vvg dt n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7338 Examine now thy self by these things, thou doest that which is materially good, but thou doubtest whether in thy actions thy heart be right with God. Examine now thy self by these things, thou dost that which is materially good, but thou doubtest whither in thy actions thy heart be right with God. vvb av po21 n1 p-acp d n2, pns21 vd2 cst r-crq vbz av-jn j, cc-acp pns21 vv2 cs p-acp po21 n2 po21 n1 vbi j-jn p-acp np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7339 Search and see what thy aim and scope was: What didst thou propose to thy self in the action? with what life, vigour, Search and see what thy aim and scope was: What didst thou propose to thy self in the actium? with what life, vigour, n1 cc vvi r-crq po21 n1 cc n1 vbds: q-crq vdd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1? p-acp q-crq n1, n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7340 and strength didst thou set upon thy action? what pleasure and delight didst thou take in the action? though indeed much of the last may be kindled in an hour of temptation or desertion, where the soul feeleth not those incomes of divine assistance, and strength didst thou Set upon thy actium? what pleasure and delight didst thou take in the actium? though indeed much of the last may be kindled in an hour of temptation or desertion, where the soul feeleth not those incomes of divine assistance, cc n1 vdd2 pns21 vvi p-acp po21 n1? q-crq n1 cc n1 vdd2 pns21 vvi p-acp dt n1? cs av d pp-f dt ord vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz xx d n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7341 nor that freedom of spirit which it hath at other times experienced; yet always the heart aims right, and puts on with what strength it hath; nor that freedom of Spirit which it hath At other times experienced; yet always the heart aims right, and puts on with what strength it hath; ccx d n1 pp-f n1 r-crq pn31 vhz p-acp n-jn n2 vvn; av av dt n1 vvz j-jn, cc vvz a-acp p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vhz; (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7342 it (like Sampson ) riseth up, and says it will do as at other times, it (like Sampson) Riseth up, and Says it will do as At other times, pn31 (j np1) vvz p-acp, cc vvz pn31 vmb vdi c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7343 though in doing it discerneth, that God is departed from it, and is not with it as at other times. though in doing it discerneth, that God is departed from it, and is not with it as At other times. cs p-acp vdg pn31 vvz, cst np1 vbz vvn p-acp pn31, cc vbz xx p-acp pn31 p-acp p-acp j-jn n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 701 Page 373
7344 Ʋse 5. Again, How should this encourage us all in the ways of God? notwithstanding the discouragements we may meet with from the temptations of our grand adversary; Ʋse 5. Again, How should this encourage us all in the ways of God? notwithstanding the discouragements we may meet with from the temptations of our grand adversary; j crd av, c-crq vmd d vvi pno12 d p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1? p-acp dt n2 pns12 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 j n1; (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 373
7345 or the suggestions of our consciences, founded upon the demonstrable truth of the imperfections of our best services. or the suggestions of our Consciences, founded upon the demonstrable truth of the imperfections of our best services. cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 js n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7346 We say, Use maketh perfectness, and the Scripture saith, That the man of clean hands will grow stronger and stronger; We say, Use makes perfectness, and the Scripture Says, That the man of clean hands will grow Stronger and Stronger; pns12 vvb, n1 vvz n1, cc dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 pp-f j n2 vmb vvi jc cc jc; (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7347 but in the mean time, acceptation doth not depend upon gradual perfection, but upon the perfection of sincerity, but in the mean time, acceptation does not depend upon gradual perfection, but upon the perfection of sincerity, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp j-jn n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7348 when the design, the purpose, the intention is sincere; when the Design, the purpose, the intention is sincere; c-crq dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 vbz j; (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7349 when the heart is set right for God, and aims truly at the glory of God, when the heart is Set right for God, and aims truly At the glory of God, c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn j-jn p-acp np1, cc vvz av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7350 and the fulfilling of his Will, then it is accepted; and the fulfilling of his Will, then it is accepted; cc dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1, cs pn31 vbz vvn; (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7351 and indeed it is the most reasonable thing in the world, that we should agree with this. and indeed it is the most reasonable thing in the world, that we should agree with this. cc av pn31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi p-acp d. (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7352 For that man or woman hath either a strange imperfect notion of the nature of God, For that man or woman hath either a strange imperfect notion of the nature of God, p-acp d n1 cc n1 vhz d dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7353 or of the law of God, that can expect that his duties should be accepted for their gradual perfections, or of the law of God, that can expect that his duties should be accepted for their gradual perfections, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vvi cst po31 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po32 j-jn n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7354 or any intrinsecal value in them. I say he that thus thinks, neither knows God as he ought to know him, nor yet his own measures. or any intrinsical valve in them. I say he that thus thinks, neither knows God as he ought to know him, nor yet his own measures. cc d j n1 p-acp pno32. pns11 vvb pns31 cst av vvz, av-dx vvz np1 c-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi pno31, ccx av po31 d n2. (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7355 But if God will accept of, and reward a good intention, a good purpose and design, But if God will accept of, and reward a good intention, a good purpose and Design, p-acp cs np1 vmb vvi pp-f, cc vvi dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7356 while we find our hearts right bent, and inclined for God, we have no reason to be discouraged from action. while we find our hearts right bent, and inclined for God, we have no reason to be discouraged from actium. cs pns12 vvb po12 n2 av-jn vvn, cc vvn p-acp np1, pns12 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 702 Page 374
7357 Ʋse 6. I shall conclude with an Exhortation unto all, In this thing to be like God. Ʋse 6. I shall conclude with an Exhortation unto all, In this thing to be like God. j crd pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp d, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbi j np1. (32) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 374
7358 You have heard that God sometimes allows not an action, where yet he rewardeth the good intention designing the action: You have herd that God sometime allows not an actium, where yet he Rewardeth the good intention designing the actium: pn22 vhb vvn cst np1 av vvz xx dt n1, c-crq av pns31 vvz dt j n1 vvg dt n1: (32) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 374
7359 what an example is this for us, who may dissent from some of our Forefathers. Our Forefathers might be mistaken in the Utensils, what an Exampl is this for us, who may dissent from Some of our Forefathers. Our Forefathers might be mistaken in the Utensils, r-crq dt n1 vbz d p-acp pno12, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f po12 n2. po12 n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, (32) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 374
7360 and Ornaments, and Rites of Gods house and worship, as well as David was in his design for the building of God an house, and Ornament, and Rites of God's house and worship, as well as David was in his Design for the building of God an house, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, c-acp av c-acp np1 vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f np1 dt n1, (32) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 374
7361 and while we think they were so, we cannot tread in their steps, it would be wickedness to us. and while we think they were so, we cannot tread in their steps, it would be wickedness to us. cc cs pns12 vvb pns32 vbdr av, pns12 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2, pn31 vmd vbi n1 p-acp pno12. (32) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 374
7362 SERMON XXIX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXIX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 703 Page 375
7363 I Am proceeding still, in directing your Observation of the motions of Divine Providence, especially in the distribution of rewards and punishments. Two things I have already of this nature observed, I now proceed to a third, which will make a Fifteenth Observation. I Am proceeding still, in directing your Observation of the motions of Divine Providence, especially in the distribution of rewards and punishments. Two things I have already of this nature observed, I now proceed to a third, which will make a Fifteenth Observation. pns11 vbm vvg av, p-acp vvg po22 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. crd n2 pns11 vhb av pp-f d n1 vvd, pns11 av vvb p-acp dt ord, r-crq vmb vvi dt ord n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 704 Page 375
7364 Observ. 15. It is a very ordinary thing for the Providence of God to distribute the afflictions and punishments of this life, to the very best of his people; Observation 15. It is a very ordinary thing for the Providence of God to distribute the afflictions and punishments of this life, to the very best of his people; np1 crd pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt av js pp-f po31 n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7365 and as to them sometimes to spare the very worst of men. and as to them sometime to spare the very worst of men. cc c-acp p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vvi dt av js pp-f n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7366 I must still mind you that there is no rule so general, but it will admit exceptions as to particular cases, I must still mind you that there is no Rule so general, but it will admit exceptions as to particular cases, pns11 vmb av vvi pn22 d pc-acp vbz dx n1 av j, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi n2 a-acp p-acp j n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7367 though this hath as few as any. The Apostle hath told us, Heb. 12.6. Whom the Lord loveth, he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth: though this hath as few as any. The Apostle hath told us, Hebrew 12.6. Whom the Lord loves, he Chasteneth, and scourges every son whom he receives: cs d vhz p-acp d c-acp d. dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, np1 crd. ro-crq dt n1 vvz, pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7368 if you endure chastening, God dealeth with us as with sons: for what son is he whom the Father chasteneth not: if you endure chastening, God deals with us as with Sons: for what son is he whom the Father Chasteneth not: cs pn22 vvb vvg, np1 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp p-acp n2: p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pns31 ro-crq dt n1 vvz xx: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7369 but if you be without chastening, whereof all are partakers, then are you bastards, and not sons. but if you be without chastening, whereof all Are partakers, then Are you bastards, and not Sons. cc-acp cs pn22 vbb p-acp vvg, c-crq d vbr n2, av vbr pn22 n2, cc xx n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7370 Hence that so usually quoted passage of one of the ancients, Ʋnicum Deus habui•t filium sine peccato, nullum sine flagello; Hence that so usually quoted passage of one of the ancients, Ʋnicum Deus habui•t Son sine Peccato, nullum sine Flagello; av cst av av-j vvn n1 pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-j, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7371 God had one, and but one Son without sin, but he never had any Son without a cross. God had one, and but one Son without since, but he never had any Son without a cross. np1 vhd crd, cc p-acp crd n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 av-x vhd d n1 p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7372 Hence some particular servants of God, have been under some temptations at some times, to question their state as to the favour of God, Hence Some particular Servants of God, have been under Some temptations At Some times, to question their state as to the favour of God, av d j n2 pp-f np1, vhb vbn p-acp d n2 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7373 because their life hath had so little of the cross in it: Because their life hath had so little of the cross in it: c-acp po32 n1 vhz vhn av j pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7374 but they have been rare examples, to whom Satan hath had an advantage to suggest such a thought. but they have been rare Examples, to whom Satan hath had an advantage to suggest such a Thought. cc-acp pns32 vhb vbn j n2, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vhn dt n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7375 And as Divines determine it difficult to determine, what sin a child of God may not fall into, And as Divines determine it difficult to determine, what since a child of God may not fallen into, cc c-acp n2-jn vvb pn31 j pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi p-acp, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7376 and justly too, when-as David fell into murther and adultery, Lot into drunkenness and incest, and even Peter cursed and sware, and denied his master: and justly too, When-as David fell into murder and adultery, Lot into Drunkenness and Incest, and even Peter cursed and sware, and denied his master: cc av-j av, j np1 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc av np1 vvd cc vvd, cc vvd po31 n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 375
7377 so it is a matter more difficult to say what punishment of this life may not fall upon the best of men. so it is a matter more difficult to say what punishment of this life may not fallen upon the best of men. av pn31 vbz dt n1 av-dc j pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f d n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7378 Indeed some Antinomians have made it a question, Whether the afflictions of Gods People may or ought to be called punishments or judgments; Indeed Some Antinomians have made it a question, Whither the afflictions of God's People may or ought to be called punishments or Judgments; np1 d njp2 vhb vvn pn31 dt n1, cs dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmb cc pi pc-acp vbi vvn n2 cc n2; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7379 but it is a strife which they would raise about words: but it is a strife which they would raise about words: p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n2: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7380 if they by punishments or judgments, intend such legal demands as God should make for satisfaction to his Justice, none who understandeth what he saith, will call the afflictions of good men punishments in this sense; if they by punishments or Judgments, intend such Legal demands as God should make for satisfaction to his justice, none who understands what he Says, will call the afflictions of good men punishments in this sense; cs pns32 p-acp n2 cc n2, vvb d j n2 p-acp np1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pi r-crq vvz r-crq pns31 vvz, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2 n2 p-acp d n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7381 if they mean any thing else, they much betray their ignorance, for the Scripture expresly calls them by both. if they mean any thing Else, they much betray their ignorance, for the Scripture expressly calls them by both. cs pns32 vvb d n1 av, pns32 d vvi po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz pno32 p-acp d. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7382 God telleth his People that they should not be altogether unpunished; and the Apostle telleth us, That when we are chastened, we are judged of the Lord, 1 Cor. 11.32. God Telleth his People that they should not be altogether unpunished; and the Apostle Telleth us, That when we Are chastened, we Are judged of the Lord, 1 Cor. 11.32. np1 vvz po31 n1 cst pns32 vmd xx vbi av j; cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, vvn np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7383 Most certain it is, that it is a very ordinary thing for God in the motions of his Providence to distribute all kinds of temporary afflictions, to such as most fear his glorious Name, Most certain it is, that it is a very ordinary thing for God in the motions of his Providence to distribute all Kinds of temporary afflictions, to such as most Fear his glorious Name, ds j pn31 vbz, cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f j n2, p-acp d c-acp ds vvi po31 j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7384 and sometimes as to such, to spare even the worst of men. Job expostulates it with God, Job 21.7. and sometime as to such, to spare even the worst of men. Job expostulates it with God, Job 21.7. cc av c-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vvi av dt js pp-f n2. np1 vvz pn31 p-acp np1, np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7385 Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea are mighty in power? their seed is established in their sight with them, Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea Are mighty in power? their seed is established in their sighed with them, q-crq vdb dt j vvi, vvb j, uh vbr j p-acp n1? po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pno32, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7386 and their off-spring before their eyes; their houses are safe from fear, neither is the rod of God upon them. and their offspring before their eyes; their houses Are safe from Fear, neither is the rod of God upon them. cc po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2; po32 n2 vbr j p-acp n1, av-dx vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7387 David confessed, that his feet were almost gone, his steps had well-nigh slipt, when he saw the prosperity of the wicked: though v. 9. they set their mouths against heaven; David confessed, that his feet were almost gone, his steps had well-nigh slipped, when he saw the Prosperity of the wicked: though v. 9. they Set their mouths against heaven; np1 vvd, cst po31 n2 vbdr av vvn, po31 n2 vhd av vvn, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j: c-acp n1 crd pns32 vvd po32 n2 p-acp n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7388 yet v. 4. their strength was firm, and there were no bands in their death; yet v. 4. their strength was firm, and there were no bans in their death; av n1 crd po32 n1 vbds j, cc a-acp vbdr dx n2 p-acp po32 n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7389 they are not in trouble as other men, neither are they plagued like other men, v. 7. Their eyes stand out with fatness, they have more than heart could wish. they Are not in trouble as other men, neither Are they plagued like other men, v. 7. Their eyes stand out with fatness, they have more than heart could wish. pns32 vbr xx p-acp n1 c-acp j-jn n2, av-dx vbr pns32 vvn av-j j-jn n2, n1 crd po32 n2 vvb av p-acp n1, pns32 vhb dc cs n1 vmd vvi. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7390 In the mean time, v. 14. David was plagued all the day-long, and chastned every morning. This motion of Providence hath been evident in the experience of all ages, In the mean time, v. 14. David was plagued all the daylong, and chastened every morning. This motion of Providence hath been evident in the experience of all ages, p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd np1 vbds vvn d dt j, cc vvn d n1. d n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7391 and there is none who liveth, but may observe it every day: and there is none who lives, but may observe it every day: cc pc-acp vbz pix r-crq vvz, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 d n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7392 but this is accounted one of the Chapters of Divine Providence, which are hard to be understood. but this is accounted one of the Chapters of Divine Providence, which Are hard to be understood. cc-acp d vbz vvn crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn. (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7393 I shall therefore reserve my further discourse upon it, till I come to the last part of my intended discourse, where I shall make it my business to give you an account of it, I shall Therefore reserve my further discourse upon it, till I come to the last part of my intended discourse, where I shall make it my business to give you an account of it, pns11 vmb av vvi po11 jc n1 p-acp pn31, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po11 j-vvn n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pn31 po11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f pn31, (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7394 and at present pass on to some further Observations. Observ 16. The next thing I shall commend to your remark, is this: and At present pass on to Some further Observations. Observe 16. The next thing I shall commend to your remark, is this: cc p-acp j n1 p-acp p-acp d jc n2. vvb crd dt ord n1 pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1, vbz d: (33) sermon (DIV3) 705 Page 376
7395 That where to humane appearance Providence moveth most flowly, either in the punishment of the sinner, That where to humane appearance Providence moves most flowly, either in the punishment of the sinner, cst c-crq p-acp j n1 n1 vvz av-ds av-j, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 376
7396 or the rewarding the righteous there at last it distributeth most plentifully. or the rewarding the righteous there At last it distributeth most plentifully. cc dt vvg dt j a-acp p-acp ord pn31 vvz av-ds av-j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 376
7397 I observed to you before, that both the punishment of the wicked and the reward of the righteous is certain and constant, I observed to you before, that both the punishment of the wicked and the reward of the righteous is certain and constant, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 p-acp, cst d dt n1 pp-f dt j cc dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz j cc j, (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7398 though not always sensible nor uniform. Now I desire you to observe that by how much the slower it is in the punishment of sinners, or in bringing rewards to the righteous, by so much the greater the rewards of the godly men, though not always sensible nor uniform. Now I desire you to observe that by how much the slower it is in the punishment of Sinners, or in bringing rewards to the righteous, by so much the greater the rewards of the godly men, cs xx av j ccx j. av pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi cst a-acp c-crq av-d dt jc pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt j, p-acp av av-d dt jc dt n2 pp-f dt j n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7399 and the punishment of sinners are when they come. and the punishment of Sinners Are when they come. cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vbr c-crq pns32 vvb. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7400 I mean sensible rewards and punishments, for otherwise it is true, which I before told you, God is punishing sinners and rewarding righteous men every day. I mean sensible rewards and punishments, for otherwise it is true, which I before told you, God is punishing Sinners and rewarding righteous men every day. pns11 vvb j n2 cc n2, c-acp av pn31 vbz j, r-crq pns11 a-acp vvd pn22, np1 vbz vvg n2 cc vvg j n2 d n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7401 But as to sensible rewards and punishments, God is very often slow in the distributions of them. But as to sensible rewards and punishments, God is very often slow in the distributions of them. cc-acp c-acp p-acp j n2 cc n2, np1 vbz av av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7402 The Heathens were wont to say, tardè molunt Deorum molae, the Gods Mills grind slowly; and that their Gods had laneos pedes, feet shod with wooll. The heathens were wont to say, tardè molunt Gods molae, the God's Mills grind slowly; and that their God's had laneos pedes, feet shod with wool. dt n2-jn vbdr j pc-acp vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt ng1 n2 vvi av-j; cc cst po32 n2 vhd fw-la vvz, n2 j p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7403 It is most certaintly true of the true and living God. It is most certaintly true of the true and living God. pn31 vbz av-ds av-j j pp-f dt j cc j-vvg np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7404 His Mill with which he grindeth sinners to powder is alwayes going, He is angry with the wicked every day, but it grindeth slowly; he is moving always in order to this end, His Mill with which he grindeth Sinners to powder is always going, He is angry with the wicked every day, but it grindeth slowly; he is moving always in order to this end, po31 n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n1 vbz av vvg, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt j d n1, p-acp pn31 vvz av-j; pns31 vbz vvg av p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7405 but he hath woollen feet: we cannot hear nor discern his motions. but he hath woollen feet: we cannot hear nor discern his motions. cc-acp pns31 vhz j n2: pns12 vmbx vvi ccx vvi po31 n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7406 But to speak distinctly, here are two things in this observation. 1. That the Providence of God doth ordinarily move slowly in the distribution of sensible punishments to wicked men, But to speak distinctly, Here Are two things in this observation. 1. That the Providence of God does ordinarily move slowly in the distribution of sensible punishments to wicked men, p-acp pc-acp vvi av-j, av vbr crd n2 p-acp d n1. crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp j n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7407 or sensible rewards to righteous men. or sensible rewards to righteous men. cc j n2 p-acp j n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 706 Page 377
7408 2. That the more slow it is in the distribution of the one, or of the other, the greater the punishment or reward is ordinarily when it cometh. 2. That the more slow it is in the distribution of the one, or of the other, the greater the punishment or reward is ordinarily when it comes. crd cst dt av-dc j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt crd, cc pp-f dt n-jn, dt jc dt n1 cc n1 vbz av-j c-crq pn31 vvz. (33) sermon (DIV3) 707 Page 377
7409 I will begin with shewing you the reasonableness of the first. I will begin with showing you the reasonableness of the First. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt ord. (33) sermon (DIV3) 707 Page 377
7410 1. How else should God justifie his attribute of long-suffering and patience? The attribute of clemency, patience, long-suffering, slowness to conceive a wrath, is an attribute which God maketh himself known by, 1. How Else should God justify his attribute of long-suffering and patience? The attribute of clemency, patience, long-suffering, slowness to conceive a wrath, is an attribute which God makes himself known by, crd c-crq av vmd np1 vvi po31 n1 pp-f j cc n1? dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, j, n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz px31 vvn p-acp, (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7411 and doth much glory in, Psal. 103.8. The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. and does much glory in, Psalm 103.8. The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. cc vdz d n1 p-acp, np1 crd. dt n1 vbz j cc j, j pc-acp vvi, cc j p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7412 Nehemiah in his prayer Neh. 9.17. Nehemiah in his prayer Neh 9.17. np1 p-acp po31 n1 np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7413 impleadeth God thus, Thou art a God ready to pardon, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness. impleadeth God thus, Thou art a God ready to pardon, gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness. vvz np1 av, pns21 vb2r dt n1 j pc-acp vvi, j cc j, j pc-acp vvi, cc pp-f j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7414 Joel maketh use of it as an argument to perswade people to repentance, Joel. 2.13. And Jonah telleth God, that he knew him to be such a God, Jonah 4.2. Joel makes use of it as an argument to persuade people to Repentance, Joel. 2.13. And Jonah Telleth God, that he knew him to be such a God, Jonah 4.2. np1 vvz n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, np1. crd. np1 np1 vvz np1, cst pns31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi d dt n1, np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7415 Now how should God justifie this name of his, but in his bearing with sinners a long time, Now how should God justify this name of his, but in his bearing with Sinners a long time, av q-crq vmd np1 vvi d n1 pp-f png31, cc-acp p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n2 dt j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7416 though they be, as the Apostle saith, Vessels of wrath fitted for destruction. though they be, as the Apostle Says, Vessels of wrath fitted for destruction. cs pns32 vbb, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 708 Page 377
7417 2. How else should God lead men by patience to repentance, and render sinners that continue impenitent inexcusable. 2. How Else should God led men by patience to Repentance, and render Sinners that continue impenitent inexcusable. crd c-crq av vmd np1 vvi n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi n2 cst vvb j j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 377
7418 This is that account which the Apostle Peter giveth us of this dispensation of providence. 2 Pet. 3.9. This is that account which the Apostle Peter gives us of this Dispensation of providence. 2 Pet. 3.9. d vbz d n1 r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pno12 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1. crd np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7419 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men do count slackness, but is long-suffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, The Lord is not slack Concerning his promise, as Some men do count slackness, but is long-suffering to usward, not willing that any should perish, dt n1 vbz xx j vvg po31 n1, c-acp d n2 vdb vvi n1, cc-acp vbz j p-acp n1, xx vvg cst d vmd vvi, (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7420 but that all should come to repentance: and St. Paul Rom. 2.1. saith, Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, v. 4. despising the riches of his goodness, but that all should come to Repentance: and Saint Paul Rom. 2.1. Says, Therefore thou art inexcusable, Oh man, v. 4. despising the riches of his Goodness, cc-acp cst d vmd vvi p-acp n1: cc n1 np1 np1 crd. vvz, av pns21 vb2r j, uh n1, n1 crd vvg dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7421 and forbearance, and long-suffering, not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance. and forbearance, and long-suffering, not knowing that the Goodness of God leads thee to Repentance. cc n1, cc j, xx vvg cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno21 p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7422 When God giveth men and women space to repent, and they repent not, they become inexcusable, When God gives men and women Molle to Repent, and they Repent not, they become inexcusable, c-crq np1 vvz n2 cc n2 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 vvb xx, pns32 vvb j, (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7423 and God is justified in the vials of his wrath which he poureth out upon them at last. and God is justified in the vials of his wrath which he pours out upon them At last. cc np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av p-acp pno32 p-acp ord. (33) sermon (DIV3) 709 Page 378
7424 3. How else should God exercise the faith, and patience of his people? The exercise of faith is upon an unseen reward, believing what we have no sensible evidence of; 3. How Else should God exercise the faith, and patience of his people? The exercise of faith is upon an unseen reward, believing what we have no sensible evidence of; crd c-crq av vmd np1 vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1, vvg r-crq pns12 vhb dx j n1 pp-f; (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7443 but they abusing his patience in that time also, he brought the flood upon them, and consumed them all but Noahs family. but they abusing his patience in that time also, he brought the flood upon them, and consumed them all but Noahs family. cc-acp pns32 vvg po31 n1 p-acp d n1 av, pns31 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvd pno32 d p-acp npg1 n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7425 the exercise of hope lies in a looking out for it, for what we see, why do we yet hope for? (saith the Apostle) the exercise of patience is in waiting for it, the exercise of hope lies in a looking out for it, for what we see, why do we yet hope for? (Says the Apostle) the exercise of patience is in waiting for it, dt n1 pp-f vvb vvz p-acp dt vvg av p-acp pn31, c-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, q-crq vdb pns12 av vvb p-acp? (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp pn31, (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7426 and a quiet submission to the will of God, in bearing what the Lord will please to lay upon us, and a quiet submission to the will of God, in bearing what the Lord will please to lay upon us, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg r-crq dt n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12, (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7427 while we are in our way to our promised reward. while we Are in our Way to our promised reward. cs pns12 vbr p-acp po12 n1 p-acp po12 j-vvn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7428 If Gods providence were not slow in executing his justice, he could not magnifie his own patience and long-suffering, If God's providence were not slow in executing his Justice, he could not magnify his own patience and long-suffering, cs ng1 n1 vbdr xx j p-acp vvg po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 d n1 cc j, (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7429 and if he were not slow in the distributions of sensible rewards, he could not exercise our faith or patience: and if he were not slow in the distributions of sensible rewards, he could not exercise our faith or patience: cc cs pns31 vbdr xx j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2, pns31 vmd xx vvi po12 n1 cc n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7430 this is the Reason why the Providence of God doth often move slowly in the distribution both of rewards and punishments. this is the Reason why the Providence of God does often move slowly in the distribution both of rewards and punishments. d vbz dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f vvz cc n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 710 Page 378
7431 2. But secondly observe, by how much the slowlier God proceedeth to judgement against sinners, by so much the more smart the vengeance is when it comes; 2. But secondly observe, by how much the slowlier God Proceedeth to judgement against Sinners, by so much the more smart the vengeance is when it comes; crd p-acp ord vvb, p-acp c-crq av-d dt jc n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2, p-acp av av-d dt dc vvb dt n1 vbz c-crq pn31 vvz; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7432 and by how much God appeareth more slow in the rewards of the righteous, by so much the greater the reward is. and by how much God appears more slow in the rewards of the righteous, by so much the greater the reward is. cc p-acp c-crq d np1 vvz dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp av av-d dt jc dt n1 vbz. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7433 It is observed that those men who pass their lives with the least sickness, are usually cut off by, It is observed that those men who pass their lives with the least sickness, Are usually Cut off by, pn31 vbz vvn cst d n2 r-crq vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt ds n1, vbr av-j vvn a-acp p-acp, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7434 or escape very narrowly from the first sickness they meet with, either because the constitution of their bodies is so strong, that a light sickness will not shake them but some very acute and malignant distemper, or because in their long time of health, they have by degrees contracted a very ill habit of body, so that when they fall down it is a very hard matter to restore them again. or escape very narrowly from the First sickness they meet with, either Because the constitution of their bodies is so strong, that a Light sickness will not shake them but Some very acute and malignant distemper, or Because in their long time of health, they have by Degrees contracted a very ill habit of body, so that when they fallen down it is a very hard matter to restore them again. cc vvi av av-j p-acp dt ord n1 pns32 vvb p-acp, av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vbz av j, cst dt j n1 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp d av j cc j n1, cc c-acp p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vhb p-acp n2 vvn dt j j-jn n1 pp-f n1, av cst c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7435 The same may be observed as to Gods providential dispensations to wicked men, there are some against whom God proceedeth a long time very slowly: The same may be observed as to God's providential dispensations to wicked men, there Are Some against whom God Proceedeth a long time very slowly: dt d vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp npg1 j n2 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vbr d p-acp ro-crq np1 vvz dt j n1 av av-j: (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7436 though he be angry with them every day, yet he spareth them, and doth not fall upon them by any severe dispensations; though he be angry with them every day, yet he spares them, and does not fallen upon them by any severe dispensations; cs pns31 vbb j p-acp pno32 d n1, av pns31 vvz pno32, cc vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp d j n2; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7437 but when he doth strike he strikes not twice, he maketh a full end. God bore with the Amorites a a great while; but when he does strike he strikes not twice, he makes a full end. God boar with the amorites a a great while; cc-acp c-crq pns31 vdz vvi pns31 vvz xx av, pns31 vvz dt j n1. np1 vvd p-acp dt np1 dt dt j n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 378
7438 they were a wicked people in Abrahams time, but their iniquitie was not full, Gen. 15.16. they were a wicked people in Abrahams time, but their iniquity was not full, Gen. 15.16. pns32 vbdr dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1, cc-acp po32 n1 vbds xx j, np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7439 God bare with them four hundred years after that, but when he brought judgement upon them, it was a dreadful judgement, God bore with them four hundred Years After that, but when he brought judgement upon them, it was a dreadful judgement, np1 vvd p-acp pno32 crd crd n2 p-acp d, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvd n1 p-acp pno32, pn31 vbds dt j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7440 as you may both learn by the several commissions given out by God to the Israelites against them, as you may both Learn by the several commissions given out by God to the Israelites against them, c-acp pn22 vmb av-d vvi p-acp dt j n2 vvn av p-acp np1 p-acp dt np1 p-acp pno32, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7441 and the dreadful destruction of them, of which you read in the book of Joshua. Before them God bare with the world a long time, and the dreadful destruction of them, of which you read in the book of joshua. Before them God bore with the world a long time, cc dt j n1 pp-f pno32, pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp pno32 np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 dt j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7442 after he had taken up a purpose to destroy them, and revealed it to Noah, Gen. 6.1, 2, 3. he gives them yet the space of an hundred and twenty years; After he had taken up a purpose to destroy them, and revealed it to Noah, Gen. 6.1, 2, 3. he gives them yet the Molle of an hundred and twenty Years; c-acp pns31 vhd vvn a-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvd pn31 p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd, crd pns31 vvz pno32 av dt n1 pp-f dt crd cc crd n2; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7444 With that generation of the Israelites which came out of the land of Egypt the Lord shewed himself slow to wrath, forty years long the Lord was grieved with that generation; With that generation of the Israelites which Come out of the land of Egypt the Lord showed himself slow to wrath, forty Years long the Lord was grieved with that generation; p-acp d n1 pp-f dt np1 r-crq vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 vvd px31 j p-acp n1, crd n2 av-j dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7445 (forty years is a great while for one generation, the life of man being but seventy years) but at length he destroyed them all, (forty Years is a great while for one generation, the life of man being but seventy Years) but At length he destroyed them all, (crd n2 vbz dt j n1 p-acp crd n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbg p-acp crd n2) cc-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vvd pno32 d, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7446 so as only Caleb and Joshua entred into Canaan. God bare two hundred and forty years with the Kingdom of Israel, (for so many years there were from their Apostacy in the time of Jeroboam, until they were carried away captive by the King of Assyria ) but then they were so destroyed as to this day none knoweth where they are, or any of their posterity. so as only Caleb and joshua entered into Canaan. God bore two hundred and forty Years with the Kingdom of Israel, (for so many Years there were from their Apostasy in the time of Jeroboam, until they were carried away captive by the King of Assyria) but then they were so destroyed as to this day none Knoweth where they Are, or any of their posterity. av c-acp j np1 cc np1 vvn p-acp np1. np1 vvd crd crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp av d n2 a-acp vbdr p-acp po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vbdr vvn av j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1) cc-acp cs pns32 vbdr av vvn a-acp p-acp d n1 pix vvz c-crq pns32 vbr, cc d pp-f po32 n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7447 With the two tribes and an half God yet bare much longer, but at last they were carried into the captivity of Babylon for seventy years. With the two tribes and an half God yet bore much longer, but At last they were carried into the captivity of Babylon for seventy Years. p-acp dt crd n2 cc dt j-jn n1 av vvd d av-jc, cc-acp p-acp ord pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp crd n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7448 After their restoration God bare long with them, though they were exercised under a variety of afflictive providences, till at last they were utterly destroyed by the Romans from being a Nation. After their restoration God bore long with them, though they were exercised under a variety of afflictive providences, till At last they were utterly destroyed by the Romans from being a nation. p-acp po32 n1 np1 vvd av-j p-acp pno32, cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp p-acp ord pns32 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt np1 p-acp vbg dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7449 The like observation might be made of particular persons. The like observation might be made of particular Persons. dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f j n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7450 It is observed concerning the Kingdom of Israel after the defection from the house of David, that they never had one good King. It is observed Concerning the Kingdom of Israel After the defection from the house of David, that they never had one good King. pn31 vbz vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 av-x vhd crd j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7451 Most of them had very short reigns, except Jeroboam the son of Joash who reigned forty two years, Most of them had very short reigns, except Jeroboam the son of Joash who reigned forty two Years, ds pp-f pno32 vhd av j n2, c-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq vvd crd crd n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7452 and Jehu who had done such service against the house of Ahab who reigned twenty eight years. and Jehu who had done such service against the house of Ahab who reigned twenty eight Years. cc np1 r-crq vhd vdn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd crd crd n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7453 There were two that reigned twenty two years, both wicked men, and heads of several idolatrie: There were two that reigned twenty two Years, both wicked men, and Heads of several idolatry: pc-acp vbdr crd d vvd crd crd n2, d j n2, cc n2 pp-f j n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7454 Jeroboam, he brought in the worshipping of the true God by Calves set up at Dan, and Bethel; Jeroboam, he brought in the worshipping of the true God by Calves Set up At Dan, and Bethel; np1, pns31 vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j np1 p-acp n2 vvn a-acp p-acp uh, cc np1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7455 and Ahab, who brought in the worshipping of Baal, both of them very wicked men, and God proceeded to execute vengeance slowly upon them; and Ahab, who brought in the worshipping of Baal, both of them very wicked men, and God proceeded to execute vengeance slowly upon them; cc np1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, d pp-f pno32 av j n2, cc np1 vvd pc-acp vvi n1 av-j p-acp pno32; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7456 but when it came, it was a dreadful vengeance. Of Jeroboams house none but a little Son came to the grave in peace. but when it Come, it was a dreadful vengeance. Of Jeroboams house none but a little Son Come to the grave in peace. cc-acp c-crq pn31 vvd, pn31 vbds dt j n1. pp-f vvz n1 pix cc-acp dt j n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 379
7457 For Ahab himself, you know, he was slain in a battel, his queen was thrown headlong out of a window, For Ahab himself, you know, he was slave in a battle, his queen was thrown headlong out of a window, p-acp np1 px31, pn22 vvb, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbds vvn av-j av pp-f dt n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7458 and her brains dashed out, and the dogs licked her blood; and her brains dashed out, and the Dogs licked her blood; cc po31 n2 vvd av, cc dt n2 vvd po31 n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7459 his second Son was slain by Jehu: seventy more of his Sons were slain by the command of Jehu. It were easie to give you infinite instances out of story, his second Son was slave by Jehu: seventy more of his Sons were slave by the command of Jehu. It were easy to give you infinite instances out of story, po31 ord n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1: crd dc pp-f po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pn22 j n2 av pp-f n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7460 but I leave it to your experimental observation. but I leave it to your experimental observation. cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp po22 j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7461 Mark any person whom you see exemplarily wicked, yet God is patient with him a long time, Mark any person whom you see exemplarily wicked, yet God is patient with him a long time, n1 d n1 ro-crq pn22 vvb av-jn j, av np1 vbz j p-acp pno31 dt j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7462 and observe what havock God makes with him and his posterity when he beginneth to reckon with him. and observe what havoc God makes with him and his posterity when he begins to reckon with him. cc vvb r-crq n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno31 cc po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7463 And indeed it seems very reasonable if you consider, And indeed it seems very reasonable if you Consider, cc av pn31 vvz av j cs pn22 vvb, (33) sermon (DIV3) 711 Page 380
7464 1. That by reason of Gods slowness to punish the sinner, his sins are multiplied and aggravated to an exceeding great number and degree. 1. That by reason of God's slowness to Punish the sinner, his Sins Are multiplied and aggravated to an exceeding great number and degree. crd cst p-acp n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, po31 n2 vbr vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-vvg j n1 cc n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7465 It was Solomons observation, which we shall see verified in our daily experience, Eccl. 8.11. Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil. It was Solomons observation, which we shall see verified in our daily experience, Ecclesiastes 8.11. Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, Therefore the heart of the Sons of men is Fully Set in them to do evil. pn31 vbds np1 n1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi vvn p-acp po12 j n1, np1 crd. p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vbz xx vvn av-j, av dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 vbz av-j vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7466 The iniquity of the Amorites had not been full, if God had not been so patient with them. The iniquity of the amorites had not been full, if God had not been so patient with them. dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vhd xx vbn j, cs np1 vhd xx vbn av j p-acp pno32. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7467 This makes them, as the Apostle speaks, treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, and the revelation of the righteous judgement of God. This makes them, as the Apostle speaks, treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, and the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God. np1 vvz pno32, c-acp dt n1 vvz, n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7468 Now the righteous God rendring to every man according to his work, must proportion his judgements to peoples sinnings. Now the righteous God rendering to every man according to his work, must proportion his Judgments to peoples sinnings. av dt j np1 vvg p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp ng1 n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7469 The more their sins are, the greater shall his wrath be. The more their Sins Are, the greater shall his wrath be. dt av-dc po32 n2 vbr, dt jc vmb po31 n1 vbb. (33) sermon (DIV3) 712 Page 380
7470 2. The more patience is abused, the more means of grace are lost, the greater alwayes is divine vengeance. 2. The more patience is abused, the more means of grace Are lost, the greater always is divine vengeance. crd dt av-dc n1 vbz vvn, dt dc n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn, dt jc av vbz j-jn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7471 Now where God proceedeth slowly to vengeance, there he exerciseth most patience. There patience is most abused, there more space and time for repentance is lost; Now where God Proceedeth slowly to vengeance, there he Exerciseth most patience. There patience is most abused, there more Molle and time for Repentance is lost; av c-crq np1 vvz av-j p-acp n1, a-acp pns31 vvz ds n1. a-acp n1 vbz av-ds vvn, a-acp av-dc n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn; (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7472 there is most despising of the riches of divine goodness, forbearance and long-suffering. Et laesa patientia fit furor, abused patience turns into fury. there is most despising of the riches of divine Goodness, forbearance and long-suffering. Et laesa patientia fit Furor, abused patience turns into fury. pc-acp vbz av-ds vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, n1 cc j. fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la, vvn n1 vvz p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7473 It maketh a patient and long-suffering God cry out by his Prophet, Ah! I will ease me of mine enemies, It makes a patient and long-suffering God cry out by his Prophet, Ah! I will ease me of mine enemies, pn31 vvz dt j cc j np1 vvb av p-acp po31 n1, uh pns11 vmb vvi pno11 pp-f po11 n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7474 and avenge me of my adversaries; and avenge me of my Adversaries; cc vvi pno11 pp-f po11 n2; (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7475 him that knoweth not how to give up Ephraim, to set him as Admah and Zeboim, two of the Cities whom he so dreadfully destroyed by fire and brimstone. him that Knoweth not how to give up Ephraim, to Set him as Admah and Zeboim, two of the Cities whom he so dreadfully destroyed by fire and brimstone. pno31 cst vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi a-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp uh cc vvb, crd pp-f dt n2 r-crq pns31 av av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7476 It maketh God, who is a Lamb in his own nature, to transform himself into a Lion, a Leopard, a Bare rob'd of her whelps. It makes God, who is a Lamb in his own nature, to transform himself into a lion, a Leopard, a Bore robbed of her whelps. pn31 vvz np1, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, dt n1, dt j vvn pp-f po31 n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7477 O it is a dreadful thing to abuse much divine patience! Oh it is a dreadful thing to abuse much divine patience! uh pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n1! (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7478 Now where the providence of God hath appeared slow in punishing sinners, there must much patience have been shewn. Now where the providence of God hath appeared slow in punishing Sinners, there must much patience have been shown. av c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn j p-acp vvg n2, pc-acp vmb d n1 vhb vbn vvn. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7479 And it must have been abused too if a sinner continues hard-hearted and impenitent. And it must have been abused too if a sinner continues hardhearted and impenitent. cc pn31 vmb vhi vbn vvn av cs dt n1 vvz j cc j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 380
7480 I have given space (saith God) to repent of her fornication, and she repented not, Rev. 2.21, 22. Behold I will cast her into a Bed, &c. into great tribulation, and I will kill her children with death. I have given Molle (Says God) to Repent of her fornication, and she repented not, Rev. 2.21, 22. Behold I will cast her into a Bed, etc. into great tribulation, and I will kill her children with death. pns11 vhb vvn n1 (vvz np1) pc-acp vvi pp-f po31 n1, cc pns31 vvd xx, n1 crd, crd vvb pns11 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, av p-acp j n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7481 Besides, that God seldom exerciseth patience long with sinners, but he gives them also other means of grace, Beside, that God seldom Exerciseth patience long with Sinners, but he gives them also other means of grace, a-acp, cst np1 av vvz n1 av-j p-acp n2, cc-acp pns31 vvz pno32 av j-jn n2 pp-f n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7482 and they are abused and slighted. Noah preached to the old world; saith God, My Spirit shall not alwaies strive with man: and they Are abused and slighted. Noah preached to the old world; Says God, My Spirit shall not always strive with man: cc pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn. np1 vvd p-acp dt j n1; vvz np1, po11 n1 vmb xx av vvi p-acp n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7483 and I need not tell you how dreadfully God threatneth Corazin, Bethsaida and Capernaum for their abusing the means of grace they had had above other places. and I need not tell you how dreadfully God threatens Chorazin, Bethsaida and Capernaum for their abusing the means of grace they had had above other places. cc pns11 vvb xx vvi pn22 c-crq av-j np1 vvz np1, np1 cc np1 p-acp po32 vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vhd vhn p-acp j-jn n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7484 The like might be proved concerning the providence of God in the distributions of rewards; The like might be proved Concerning the providence of God in the distributions of rewards; dt j vmd vbi vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7485 the slower the motion of Providence is in the giving them, the greater ordinarily the rewards are. the slower the motion of Providence is in the giving them, the greater ordinarily the rewards Are. dt jc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt vvg pno32, dt jc av-j dt n2 vbr. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7486 It was a great while before Abraham had a Son, but when he had him, it proved to be one that was a great blessing both to his Fathers family and to the world. It was a great while before Abraham had a Son, but when he had him, it proved to be one that was a great blessing both to his Father's family and to the world. pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 vhd dt n1, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhd pno31, pn31 vvd pc-acp vbi crd cst vbds dt j n1 av-d p-acp po31 ng1 n1 cc p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7487 Rebeccah went twenty years without Children, Gen. 25.20, 26. but then twins struggle in her womb, and she brings forth two great Princes, Rebecca went twenty Years without Children, Gen. 25.20, 26. but then twins struggle in her womb, and she brings forth two great Princes, np1 vvd crd n2 p-acp n2, np1 crd, crd p-acp av n2 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 vvz av crd j n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7488 and one of them who was to be the head of the only people God had upon the earth. and one of them who was to be the head of the only people God had upon the earth. cc crd pp-f pno32 r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 np1 vhd p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7489 Rachel was for some years barren, Gen. 29.31. c. 30. v. 1. when God gave her a Child it was Joseph, who proved such an eminent blessing to his Fathers house. Rachel was for Some Years barren, Gen. 29.31. c. 30. v. 1. when God gave her a Child it was Joseph, who proved such an eminent blessing to his Father's house. np1 vbds p-acp d ng2 j, np1 crd. sy. crd n1 crd c-crq np1 vvd pno31 dt n1 pn31 vbds np1, r-crq vvd d dt j n1 p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7490 The Wife of Manoah was barren, Jud. 13.2. she bringeth forth Samson. Hannah 1 Sam. 1. was barren, she bringeth forth Samuel. Elizabeth was barren, she brings forth John the Baptist. Thus you see it as to the blessing of Children. The Wife of Manoah was barren, Jud. 13.2. she brings forth samson. Hannah 1 Sam. 1. was barren, she brings forth Samuel. Elizabeth was barren, she brings forth John the Baptist. Thus you see it as to the blessing of Children. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds j, np1 crd. pns31 vvz av np1. np1 crd np1 crd vbds j, pns31 vvz av np1. np1 vbds j, pns31 vvz av np1 dt np1. av pn22 vvb pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7491 It was a long time before God brought the seed of Jacob his servant out of their difficulties, It was a long time before God brought the seed of Jacob his servant out of their difficulties, pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1 av pp-f po32 n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7492 but when he did he brought them into Canaan, the Land which the Lord cared for, upon which his eyes were from the beginning of the year unto the end thereof, a land which flowed with Milk and Hony. There was a great time betwixt Josephs dream and his exaltation in Egypt. There were eight years betwixt Davids Ʋnction and Coronation in Hebron. More instances might be given, but when he did he brought them into Canaan, the Land which the Lord cared for, upon which his eyes were from the beginning of the year unto the end thereof, a land which flowed with Milk and Hony There was a great time betwixt Josephs dream and his exaltation in Egypt. There were eight Years betwixt Davids Ʋnction and Coronation in Hebron. More instances might be given, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vdd pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp np1, dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp, p-acp r-crq po31 n2 vbdr p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av, dt n1 r-crq vvd p-acp n1 cc np1 a-acp vbds dt j n1 p-acp np1 n1 cc po31 n1 p-acp np1. a-acp vbdr crd n2 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1. n1 n2 vmd vbi vvn, (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7493 but it is no more than we shall ordinarily observe in the motions of divine providence; but it is no more than we shall ordinarily observe in the motions of divine providence; cc-acp pn31 vbz dx dc cs pns12 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7494 the slower the mercy cometh, the fuller it is and greater blessing when it cometh: Gods people have ordinarily their greatest peace and comforts after their longest, and greatest trials, and afflictions. the slower the mercy comes, the fuller it is and greater blessing when it comes: God's people have ordinarily their greatest peace and comforts After their longest, and greatest trials, and afflictions. dt jc dt n1 vvz, dt jc pn31 vbz cc jc n1 c-crq pn31 vvz: npg1 n1 vhb av-j po32 js n1 cc n2 p-acp po32 js, cc js n2, cc n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 713 Page 381
7495 The reasonableness of this motion of divine Providence appeareth in this, that look as in punishing of sinners where Providence moveth slowly, it usually hath a great heap of sins to reckon with men for; The reasonableness of this motion of divine Providence appears in this, that look as in punishing of Sinners where Providence moves slowly, it usually hath a great heap of Sins to reckon with men for; dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d, cst vvb a-acp p-acp vvg pp-f n2 c-crq n1 vvz av-j, pn31 av-j vhz dt j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 p-acp; (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 381
7496 so here it hath great faith and patience to reward in this case. so Here it hath great faith and patience to reward in this case. av av pn31 vhz j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 382
7512 Bless not your selves therefore in your present impunity. Hosea 13.12. The iniquity of Ephraim is bound up; Bless not your selves Therefore in your present impunity. Hosea 13.12. The iniquity of Ephraim is bound up; np1 xx po22 n2 av p-acp po22 j n1. np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn a-acp; (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7497 Tribulation worketh patience, and patience experience, saith the Apostle Rom. 5. where there is long tribulation there must be the exercise of much faith, much patience, much hope, and this brings forth much experience: Gods greatest rewards of joy and peace in the inward man, of eternal life, glory and happiness, come after much waiting. Tribulation works patience, and patience experience, Says the Apostle Rom. 5. where there is long tribulation there must be the exercise of much faith, much patience, much hope, and this brings forth much experience: God's greatest rewards of joy and peace in the inward man, of Eternal life, glory and happiness, come After much waiting. n1 vvz n1, cc n1 n1, vvz dt n1 np1 crd n1 pc-acp vbz j n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d n1, d n1, d vvb, cc d vvz av d n1: n2 js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt j n1, pp-f j n1, n1 cc n1, vvb p-acp d j-vvg. (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 382
7498 The Apostle telleth us Heb. 10.36. You have need of Patience, that after you have done the will of God you might receive the promise. The Apostle Telleth us Hebrew 10.36. You have need of Patience, that After you have done the will of God you might receive the promise. dt n1 vvz pno12 np1 crd. pn22 vhb n1 pp-f n1, cst p-acp pn22 vhb vdn dt n1 pp-f np1 pn22 vmd vvi dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 382
7499 The receiving of the promise then is after much patience in doing the will of God, and Rom. 2.6, 7. The Apostle tells us, that God will render unto every man according to his deeds, to them who by patient continuance in welldoing, seek for glory and honour and immortality, eternal life. The receiving of the promise then is After much patience in doing the will of God, and Rom. 2.6, 7. The Apostle tells us, that God will render unto every man according to his Deeds, to them who by patient Continuance in welldoing, seek for glory and honour and immortality, Eternal life. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 av vbz p-acp d n1 p-acp vdg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1 crd, crd dt n1 vvz pno12, cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n2, p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp n-vvg, vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 cc n1, j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 382
7500 But I have been large enough in the confirmation of this observation, I proceed to some application of it. But I have been large enough in the confirmation of this observation, I proceed to Some application of it. cc-acp pns11 vhb vbn j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pp-f pn31. (33) sermon (DIV3) 714 Page 382
7501 Ʋse 1. In the first place, What can strike a greater trembling into the loins of sinners than this? I shewed you before that the punishment of a resolved impenitent sinner is certain and constant. As well may he promise himself that he shall not dye, Ʋse 1. In the First place, What can strike a greater trembling into the loins of Sinners than this? I showed you before that the punishment of a resolved impenitent sinner is certain and constant. As well may he promise himself that he shall not die, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq vmb vvi dt jc n-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cs d? pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn j n1 vbz j cc j. c-acp av vmb pns31 vvi px31 cst pns31 vmb xx vvi, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7502 as that he shall not be turned into Hell, and at last hear that dreadful sentence, depart from me ye cursed into everlasting burnings: as that he shall not be turned into Hell, and At last hear that dreadful sentence, depart from me you cursed into everlasting burnings: c-acp cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp ord vvi d j n1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd p-acp j n2: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7503 it is constant though he is not sensible of it, yet God is angry with him every day: it is constant though he is not sensible of it, yet God is angry with him every day: pn31 vbz j cs pns31 vbz xx j pp-f pn31, av np1 vbz j p-acp pno31 d n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7504 he every day groweth worse and worse, more blinded and hardned, given up more to vile affections, a reprobate mind, a conscience as it were seared with an hot iron: he every day grows Worse and Worse, more blinded and hardened, given up more to vile affections, a Reprobate mind, a conscience as it were seared with an hight iron: pns31 d n1 vvz av-jc cc av-jc, dc j-vvn cc vvn, vvn a-acp av-dc p-acp j n2, dt j-jn n1, dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7505 all that he hath to bless himself in, and for, is that all things continue with him as formerly, he yet sees no alteration in his estate, he feeleth nothing of the wrath of God. all that he hath to bless himself in, and for, is that all things continue with him as formerly, he yet sees no alteration in his estate, he feeleth nothing of the wrath of God. av-d cst pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp, cc p-acp, vbz cst d n2 vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp av-j, pns31 av vvz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7506 Now this observation spoiles all the sweetness of this. Now this observation spoils all the sweetness of this. av d n1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f d. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7507 The Heathens observed that the Gods though they had laneos pedes, yet they had ferreas manus; though they had woolen feet and moved gently, softly, insensibly, The heathens observed that the God's though they had laneos pedes, yet they had ferreas manus; though they had woolen feet and moved gently, softly, insensibly, dt n2-jn vvn cst dt n2 cs pns32 vhd fw-la vvz, av pns32 vhd fw-la fw-la; cs pns32 vhd vvn n2 cc vvd av-j, av-j, av-j, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7508 yet their hands were of iron; when once they laid hold of wicked men they crushed them to pieces. yet their hands were of iron; when once they laid hold of wicked men they crushed them to Pieces. av po32 n2 vbdr pp-f n1; c-crq a-acp pns32 vvd vvi pp-f j n2 pns32 vvd pno32 p-acp n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7509 I am sure it is true of him who is the true and living God. He is slow to conceive a wrath, and beareth with great sinners a long time, I am sure it is true of him who is the true and living God. He is slow to conceive a wrath, and bears with great Sinners a long time, pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz j pp-f pno31 r-crq vbz dt j cc j-vvg np1. pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvz p-acp j n2 dt j n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7510 but when he enters into judgment with men that abuse his long-suffering and patience, which should lead them to repentance he falleth upon them with a dreadful destruction. but when he enters into judgement with men that abuse his long-suffering and patience, which should led them to Repentance he falls upon them with a dreadful destruction. cc-acp c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n2 cst vvb po31 j cc n1, r-crq vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7511 O let all sinners that hear this, fear and tremble. There is no such dreadful vengeance as that which God taketh for abused patience. O let all Sinners that hear this, Fear and tremble. There is no such dreadful vengeance as that which God Takes for abused patience. sy vvb d n2 cst vvb d, vvb cc vvi. pc-acp vbz dx d j n1 c-acp d r-crq np1 vvz p-acp j-vvn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 382
7514 There are some other Scriptures much to the same sense, Deut. 32.33, 34. Their wine is the poyson of Dragons, There Are Some other Scriptures much to the same sense, Deuteronomy 32.33, 34. Their wine is the poison of Dragons, pc-acp vbr d j-jn n2 av-d p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd, crd po32 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7515 and the cruel venome of Asps. v. 34. Is not this laid up in store with me? and sealed up amongst my treasures? Job. 14.17. My transgression is sealed up in a bag, and thou sowest up my iniquity. Lam. 1.14. The yoke of my transgressions is bound by his hand: and the cruel venom of Asps. v. 34. Is not this laid up in store with me? and sealed up among my treasures? Job. 14.17. My Transgression is sealed up in a bag, and thou sowest up my iniquity. Lam. 1.14. The yoke of my transgressions is bound by his hand: cc dt j n1 pp-f np1 n1 crd vbz xx d vvn a-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pno11? cc vvd a-acp p-acp po11 n2? np1. crd. po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 p-acp po11 n1. np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f po11 n2 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7516 they are wreathed and come up upon my neck. they Are wreathed and come up upon my neck. pns32 vbr vvn cc vvn a-acp p-acp po11 n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7517 It is the great folly of sinners, they will say with Agag, the bitterness of death is past; It is the great folly of Sinners, they will say with Agag, the bitterness of death is past; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j; (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7518 they sin and go on a long time in sin and God spareth them, and they conclude all is forgot. they sin and go on a long time in since and God spares them, and they conclude all is forgotten. pns32 vvb cc vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc np1 vvz pno32, cc pns32 vvb d vbz vvn. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7519 No saith God it is not, the iniquity of Ephraim is not like a loose paper blown away, it is bound up as papers in a bundle, it is not forgot, it is but hid with me, I have their sins still in remembrance. No Says God it is not, the iniquity of Ephraim is not like a lose paper blown away, it is bound up as papers in a bundle, it is not forgotten, it is but hid with me, I have their Sins still in remembrance. uh-dx vvz n1 pn31 vbz xx, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx av-j dt j n1 vvn av, pn31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbz xx vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp vvn p-acp pno11, pns11 vhb po32 n2 av p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7520 I held my peace (said God by the Psalmist) and thou thoughtest me such a one as thy self, I held my peace (said God by the Psalmist) and thou thoughtest me such a one as thy self, pns11 vvd po11 n1 (vvd np1 p-acp dt n1) cc pns21 vvd2 pno11 d dt pi p-acp po21 n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7521 but I will reprove thee, and set thy sins in order before thee. but I will reprove thee, and Set thy Sins in order before thee. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21, cc vvb po21 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp pno21. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7522 Some think that the Metaphor in Hosea is taken from labourers that labour in husbandry, who bind up in faggots wood that is to be kept some time before it be thrown on to the fire. some think that the Metaphor in Hosea is taken from labourers that labour in Husbandry, who bind up in faggots wood that is to be kept Some time before it be thrown on to the fire. d vvb cst dt n1 p-acp np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2 cst vvb p-acp n1, r-crq vvb a-acp p-acp n2 n1 cst vbz pc-acp vbi vvn d n1 c-acp pn31 vbb vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7523 Ephraim thinks his iniquity is forgotten because sin is not presently punished: Ephraim thinks his iniquity is forgotten Because since is not presently punished: np1 vvz po31 n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 vbz xx av-j vvn: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7524 but said God, his sin, that is, (say some but I see no need of it) the punishment of his sin (as indeed it often is taken in Scripture), is but bound up and concealed a little. but said God, his since, that is, (say Some but I see no need of it) the punishment of his since (as indeed it often is taken in Scripture), is but bound up and concealed a little. cc-acp vvd np1, po31 n1, cst vbz, (vvb d cc-acp pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f pn31) dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (c-acp av pn31 av vbz vvn p-acp n1), vbz cc-acp vvn a-acp cc vvn dt j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7525 Others think it a metaphor drawn from men, who bind up mony in bags till the day of payment comes, Others think it a metaphor drawn from men, who bind up money in bags till the day of payment comes, ng2-jn vvb pn31 dt n1 vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vvb a-acp n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7526 and thus it agrees with that Job; 14.17. my transgression is sealed up in a bag. and thus it agrees with that Job; 14.17. my Transgression is sealed up in a bag. cc av pn31 vvz p-acp d n1; crd. po11 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7527 Besides that the word NONLATINALPHABET signifies a purse, or bag, they are bound up, they are not pardoned or forgotten: Beside that the word signifies a purse, or bag, they Are bound up, they Are not pardoned or forgotten: p-acp cst dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc n1, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp, pns32 vbr xx vvn cc vvn: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7528 thus the binding of sins, Matth. 16.19. signifieth a remaining unpardoned. thus the binding of Sins, Matthew 16.19. signifies a remaining unpardoned. av dt vvg pp-f n2, np1 crd. vvz dt j-vvg j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7529 Some think the metaphor both in Job and in Hosea, is taken from Lawyers, who carry their informations and enditements sealed up in a bag, or bound up in a bundle, that they may not be lost and scattered, some think the metaphor both in Job and in Hosea, is taken from Lawyers, who carry their informations and enditements sealed up in a bag, or bound up in a bundle, that they may not be lost and scattered, d vvb dt n1 av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp np1, vbz vvn p-acp n2, r-crq vvb po32 n2 cc n2 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn cc vvn, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7530 but be forthcoming when they will put them into Court. but be forthcoming when they will put them into Court. cc-acp vbi j c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7546 O let every impenitent sinner tremble at the hearing of this, that there is coming upon his soul, his body, his family, all the sin that he hath committed, from the sin that clave to him in his Mothers womb, where he was conceived in sin, Oh let every impenitent sinner tremble At the hearing of this, that there is coming upon his soul, his body, his family, all the since that he hath committed, from the since that clave to him in his Mother's womb, where he was conceived in since, uh vvb d j n1 vvi p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d, cst pc-acp vbz vvg p-acp po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, d dt n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn, p-acp dt n1 cst vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 ng1 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7531 This is a dreadful meditation for an impenitent sinner, that all his sins are bound up in a bundle, sealed up in a bag, hid, not from God (nothing can be so hid) but hid with God. What loads of Faggots hath many a poor creature bound up for him against the great day of burning! This is a dreadful meditation for an impenitent sinner, that all his Sins Are bound up in a bundle, sealed up in a bag, hid, not from God (nothing can be so hid) but hid with God. What loads of Faggots hath many a poor creature bound up for him against the great day of burning! d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cst d po31 n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, vvn, xx p-acp np1 (pix vmb vbi av vvn) p-acp vvn p-acp np1. q-crq vvz pp-f n2 vhz d dt j n1 vvn a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg! (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 383
7532 what a bundle of informations and inditements have some poor creatures bound up for them, against the time that the Judge shall sit, what a bundle of informations and inditements have Some poor creatures bound up for them, against the time that the Judge shall fit, q-crq dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2 vhb d j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 cst dt n1 vmb vvi, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7533 and God shall come forth to recompence men for their evil deeds! and God shall come forth to recompense men for their evil Deeds! cc np1 vmb vvi av pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j-jn n2! (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7534 Thou thinkest the vanity and wickedness of thy youth, thy oaths and blasphemies, thy lies and sabbath profanations, thy drunkenness and uncleanness is done with: No such matter poor creature! Thou Thinkest the vanity and wickedness of thy youth, thy Oaths and Blasphemies, thy lies and Sabbath profanations, thy Drunkenness and uncleanness is done with: No such matter poor creature! pns21 vv2 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po21 n1, po21 n2 cc n2, po21 n2 cc n1 n2, po21 n1 cc n1 vbz vdn p-acp: dx d n1 j n1! (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7535 if thou goest on in thy impenitency, they are but sealed up in a bag, they are but bound up in a bundle, they are but treasured up (to use the Apostles expression Rom. 2.) against the day of wrath and the revelation of the righteous judgement of God, which if it be not in this life (as very often it is) yet will certainly be in the life that is to come. if thou goest on in thy impenitency, they Are but sealed up in a bag, they Are but bound up in a bundle, they Are but treasured up (to use the Apostles expression Rom. 2.) against the day of wrath and the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God, which if it be not in this life (as very often it is) yet will Certainly be in the life that is to come. cs pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp po21 n1, pns32 vbr p-acp vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr p-acp vvn a-acp (pc-acp vvi dt n2 n1 np1 crd) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq cs pn31 vbb xx p-acp d n1 (c-acp av av pn31 vbz) av vmb av-j vbi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7536 Remember Ahab, he was a wicked Prince, God bare with him a long time, he shed much blood, was a great persecutor, set up a most odious idolatry. remember Ahab, he was a wicked Prince, God bore with him a long time, he shed much blood, was a great persecutor, Set up a most odious idolatry. np1 np1, pns31 vbds dt j n1, np1 vvd p-acp pno31 dt j n1, pns31 vvd d n1, vbds dt j n1, vvn a-acp dt av-ds j n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7537 God held his peace a great while, and proceeded slowly. Two and twenty years he ran his course, God sealed up all in a bag; God held his peace a great while, and proceeded slowly. Two and twenty Years he ran his course, God sealed up all in a bag; np1 vvd po31 n1 dt j n1, cc vvd av-j. crd cc crd n2 pns31 vvd po31 n1, np1 vvd a-acp d p-acp dt n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7538 but observe with what a dreadful vengeance God comes upon him at last. It may be thou canst say, oh! but observe with what a dreadful vengeance God comes upon him At last. It may be thou Canst say, o! p-acp vvi p-acp r-crq dt j n1 np1 vvz p-acp pno31 p-acp ord. pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vm2 vvi, uh! (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7539 but I have gone on longer, twice two and twenty years: but I have gone on longer, twice two and twenty Years: cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp jc, av crd cc crd n2: (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7540 it may be so, but what saith the Scripture? if a sinner do evil an hundred times, it may be so, but what Says the Scripture? if a sinner do evil an hundred times, pn31 vmb vbi av, cc-acp q-crq vvz dt n1? cs dt n1 vdb av-jn dt crd n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7541 and his days be prolonged, yet it shall not be well with the wicked, there are but so many faggots more bound up, and his days be prolonged, yet it shall not be well with the wicked, there Are but so many faggots more bound up, cc po31 n2 vbb vvn, av pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp dt j, a-acp vbr p-acp av d n2 av-dc vvn a-acp, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7542 so many enditements more against thee in Gods bag sealed up, oh! let the sinners in the world be afraid, let trembling surprize them all. so many enditements more against thee in God's bag sealed up, o! let the Sinners in the world be afraid, let trembling surprise them all. av d n2 av-dc p-acp pno21 p-acp npg1 n1 vvn a-acp, uh! vvb dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbb j, vvb j-vvg vvi pno32 d. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7543 The slower vengeance cometh, the more dreadfully it cometh. The slower vengeance comes, the more dreadfully it comes. dt jc n1 vvz, dt av-dc av-j pn31 vvz. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7544 That upon you may come (saith our Saviour) all the righteous blood that hath been shed from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zacharias. That upon you may come (Says our Saviour) all the righteous blood that hath been shed from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zacharias. cst p-acp pn22 vmb vvi (vvz po12 n1) d dt j n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7545 There were great quantities of blood shed in Jerusalem betwixt the time of Abel and the blood of Zacharias. Verily (saith our Saviour) all these things shall come upon this generation. There were great quantities of blood shed in Jerusalem betwixt the time of Abel and the blood of Zacharias. Verily (Says our Saviour) all these things shall come upon this generation. pc-acp vbdr j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1. av-j (vvz po12 n1) d d n2 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7547 and brought forth in iniquity, unto the sin of the last hour that he hath lived in the world. and brought forth in iniquity, unto the since of the last hour that he hath lived in the world. cc vvd av p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 cst pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7548 It was a dreadful reckoning that God made up at last with Jerusalem for all their blood, It was a dreadful reckoning that God made up At last with Jerusalem for all their blood, pn31 vbds dt j n-vvg cst np1 vvd a-acp p-acp ord p-acp np1 p-acp d po32 n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7549 and it will be a dreadful reckoning, Sirs, God will have to make up with every sinners soul, especially with old sinners. and it will be a dreadful reckoning, Sirs, God will have to make up with every Sinners soul, especially with old Sinners. cc pn31 vmb vbi dt j n-vvg, n2, np1 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d ng1 n1, av-j p-acp j n2. (33) sermon (DIV3) 715 Page 384
7550 Ʋse 2. Knowing therefore the terror of the Lord (saith the Apostle 2 Cor. 5.11.) we perswade men. And O that my counsel might be acceptable to every hard-hearted resolved impenitent sinner that heareth me this day; Ʋse 2. Knowing Therefore the terror of the Lord (Says the Apostle 2 Cor. 5.11.) we persuade men. And O that my counsel might be acceptable to every hardhearted resolved impenitent sinner that hears me this day; j crd vvg av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvz dt n1 crd np1 crd.) pns12 vvb n2. cc np1 cst po11 n1 vmd vbi j p-acp d j j-vvn j n1 cst vvz pno11 d n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7551 that he would break off his sins by true repentance, and secure his soul by getting an interest in the Lord Jesus Christ. that he would break off his Sins by true Repentance, and secure his soul by getting an Interest in the Lord jesus christ. cst pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n2 p-acp j n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7552 Blessed is he (saith the Psalmist Psal. 32.1.) Whose iniquities are forgiven, and whose sins are covered, Blessed is he (Says the Psalmist Psalm 32.1.) Whose iniquities Are forgiven, and whose Sins Are covered, j-vvn vbz pns31 (vvz dt n1 np1 crd.) rg-crq n2 vbr vvn, cc rg-crq n2 vbr vvn, (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7553 and to whom the Lord imputeth no iniquity. and to whom the Lord imputeth no iniquity. cc p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vvz dx n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7554 That man is accursed whose iniquity is hid with God, laid by, bound up, sealed in a bag, reserved and in close keeping for an after-reckoning. That man is accursed whose iniquity is hid with God, laid by, bound up, sealed in a bag, reserved and in close keeping for an After reckon. cst n1 vbz vvn r-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, vvn p-acp, vvn a-acp, vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn cc p-acp av-j vvg p-acp dt j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7555 O but that is a blessed man whose sins are covered by God! O let no man despise the riches of Gods goodness, forbearance and long-suffering, but let him know that the goodness of God leadeth him to repentance, Rom. 2.4, 5. If he continueth in the hardness and impenitency of his heart he doth but treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, O but that is a blessed man whose Sins Are covered by God! Oh let no man despise the riches of God's Goodness, forbearance and long-suffering, but let him know that the Goodness of God leads him to Repentance, Rom. 2.4, 5. If he Continueth in the hardness and impenitency of his heart he does but treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, sy p-acp d vbz dt j-vvn n1 rg-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp np1 uh vvb dx n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, n1 cc j, p-acp vvb pno31 vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7556 and the revelation of the righteous judgement of God. and the Revelation of the righteous judgement of God. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7557 Wrath against thee for thy sins lyeth hid at present, possibly thy Conscience keepeth silence and doth not arrest and disturb thee; Wrath against thee for thy Sins lies hid At present, possibly thy Conscience Keepeth silence and does not arrest and disturb thee; n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp po21 n2 vvz vvn p-acp j, av-j po21 n1 vvz n1 cc vdz xx vvi cc vvi pno21; (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7558 the providence of God as to thee keepeth silence, judgement is not executed speedily: the providence of God as to thee Keepeth silence, judgement is not executed speedily: dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp pno21 vvz n1, n1 vbz xx vvn av-j: (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7559 but there will be a revelation of divine wrath, either in this life or that which is to come; but there will be a Revelation of divine wrath, either in this life or that which is to come; cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, av-d p-acp d n1 cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7560 oh therefore break off your sins by a true repentance. He that hideth his sins shall not prosper, Prov. 28.13. Our sins cannot be hidden from God, they are all in the light of his Countenance; o Therefore break off your Sins by a true Repentance. He that Hideth his Sins shall not prosper, Curae 28.13. Our Sins cannot be hidden from God, they Are all in the Light of his Countenance; uh av vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1. pns31 cst vvz po31 n2 vmb xx vvi, np1 crd. po12 n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vbr d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7561 a man then covereth and hideth his sins from God when he doth not confess and bewail them. a man then Covereth and Hideth his Sins from God when he does not confess and bewail them. dt n1 av vvz cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi cc vvi pno32. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7562 So long as a man covereth his sins God will not cover them: So long as a man Covereth his Sins God will not cover them: av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 np1 vmb xx vvi pno32: (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7563 See that experience of David which you have recorded Psal. 32.2, 3, 4. When I kept silence my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day-long, See that experience of David which you have recorded Psalm 32.2, 3, 4. When I kept silence my bones waxed old through my roaring all the daylong, vvb d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pn22 vhb vvn np1 crd, crd, crd c-crq pns11 vvd n1 po11 n2 vvd j p-acp po11 n-vvg d dt j, (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7564 for day and night thy hand was heavy upon me, my moisture was turned into the drought of summer. Selah. for day and night thy hand was heavy upon me, my moisture was turned into the drought of summer. Selac. p-acp n1 cc n1 po21 n1 vbds j p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7565 vers. 3. I acknowledge my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid: vers. 3. I acknowledge my since unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid: fw-la. crd pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp pno21, cc po11 n1 vhb pns11 xx vvn: (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7566 I said I will confess my transgression unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. I said I will confess my Transgression unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my since. Selac. pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. np1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 716 Page 385
7567 Ʋse 3. In the last place, this observation calleth upon all such as fear the Lord, and walk before him: Ʋse 3. In the last place, this observation calls upon all such as Fear the Lord, and walk before him: j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vvz p-acp d d c-acp vvb dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31: (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 385
7568 for a progress in the wayes of God and a patient waiting for the promise. The Apostle tells us, Heb. 10.36. That we have need of patience, that after we have done the will of God we might receive the promise. for a progress in the ways of God and a patient waiting for the promise. The Apostle tells us, Hebrew 10.36. That we have need of patience, that After we have done the will of God we might receive the promise. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cc dt j j-vvg p-acp dt n1. dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst pns12 vhb n1 pp-f n1, cst c-acp pns12 vhb vdn dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vmd vvi dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 385
7569 It is our duty as to do well, so not to be weary of well doing: it is pressed upon us, Gal. 6.9. And let us not be weary in well-doing, for in due season we shall reap if we faint not. And again, 2 Thess. 3.13. but you brethren be not weary in well-doing. It is our duty as to do well, so not to be weary of well doing: it is pressed upon us, Gal. 6.9. And let us not be weary in welldoing, for in due season we shall reap if we faint not. And again, 2 Thess 3.13. but you brothers be not weary in welldoing. pn31 vbz po12 n1 c-acp pc-acp vdi av, av xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f av vdg: pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12, np1 crd. cc vvb pno12 xx vbi j p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi cs pns12 vvb xx. cc av, crd np1 crd. p-acp pn22 n2 vbb xx j p-acp n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 385
7570 There is nothing so far conduceth to make us faint and weary in our duty, as when we see nothing comes of it: There is nothing so Far conduceth to make us faint and weary in our duty, as when we see nothing comes of it: pc-acp vbz pix av av-j vvz pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi cc j p-acp po12 n1, c-acp c-crq pns12 vvb pix vvz pp-f pn31: (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7571 we have hopes and promises, but no issue, no performance; you know Solomon tells you, hope deferred makes the heart sick. we have hope's and promises, but no issue, no performance; you know Solomon tells you, hope deferred makes the heart sick. pns12 vhb n2 cc n2, cc-acp dx n1, dx n1; pn22 vvb np1 vvz pn22, vvb vvn vvz dt n1 j. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7572 Now this is a great cordial in such a case for us to hear, that when providence moveth slowly in bringing rewards to the righteous, it recompenceth our patience at last with the riches and liberality of the reward. Now this is a great cordial in such a case for us to hear, that when providence moves slowly in bringing rewards to the righteous, it recompenseth our patience At last with the riches and liberality of the reward. av d vbz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst c-crq n1 vvz av-j p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt j, pn31 vvz po12 n1 p-acp ord p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7573 Indeed here are three or four arguments, which together with this observation the Apostle hinteth me in the afore-mentioned Text out of the Epistle to the Galathians, we shall reap, we shall reap in due season. Indeed Here Are three or four Arguments, which together with this observation the Apostle hinteth me in the aforementioned Text out of the Epistle to the Galatians, we shall reap, we shall reap in due season. np1 av vbr crd cc crd n2, r-crq av p-acp d n1 dt n1 vvz pno11 p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt np2, pns12 vmb vvi, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7574 Our fainting will spoil our reaping. Our fainting will spoil our reaping. np1 vvg vmb vvi po12 vvg. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7575 The longer it is before we reap, the greater the crop of mercy and blessing shall be which we shall reap. The longer it is before we reap, the greater the crop of mercy and blessing shall be which we shall reap. dt jc pn31 vbz a-acp pns12 vvb, dt jc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vmb vbi r-crq pns12 vmb vvi. (33) sermon (DIV3) 717 Page 386
7576 1. We shall reap. He that ploweth up the fallow-ground of his heart and soweth to the glory of God, 1. We shall reap. He that ploweth up the Fallow-ground of his heart and Soweth to the glory of God, crd pns12 vmb vvi. pns31 cst vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 718 Page 386
7577 and to the good of his own soul in righteousness, he shall reap. The Husbandman that sowes his Wheat and Barly cannot promise himself that he shall reap; and to the good of his own soul in righteousness, he shall reap. The Husbandman that sows his Wheat and Barley cannot promise himself that he shall reap; cc p-acp dt j pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vvi. dt n1 cst n2 po31 n1 cc n1 vmbx vvi px31 cst pns31 vmb vvi; (33) sermon (DIV3) 718 Page 386
7578 the souldier, the plunderer may reap what he hath sown; a tempest, an east-wind, lightning, many other things may hinder his reaping; the soldier, the plunderer may reap what he hath sown; a tempest, an East wind, lightning, many other things may hinder his reaping; dt n1, dt n1 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn; dt n1, dt n1, n1, d j-jn n2 vmb vvi po31 vvg; (33) sermon (DIV3) 718 Page 386
7579 but he who sowes righteousness he shall reap, nothing shall hinder his reaping. 2. He shall reap in due season. but he who sows righteousness he shall reap, nothing shall hinder his reaping. 2. He shall reap in due season. cc-acp pns31 r-crq n2 n1 pns31 vmb vvi, pix vmb vvi po31 vvg. crd pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 718 Page 386
7580 It may be he shall not reap in his season, the season which he expected; It may be he shall not reap in his season, the season which he expected; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 r-crq pns31 vvd; (33) sermon (DIV3) 719 Page 386
7581 but he shall reap in due season, in such a time as the wise God judgeth most seasonable; but he shall reap in due season, in such a time as the wise God Judgeth most seasonable; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt j np1 vvz av-ds j; (33) sermon (DIV3) 719 Page 386
7582 and when he cometh to reap, he shall also acknowledge the seasonableness of it that it is in due season; and when he comes to reap, he shall also acknowledge the seasonableness of it that it is in due season; cc c-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31 cst pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn n1; (33) sermon (DIV3) 719 Page 386
7583 we do not know the fittest time for our own mercies, God knowes the fittest season, we shall reap in due season. we do not know the Fittest time for our own Mercies, God knows the Fittest season, we shall reap in due season. pns12 vdb xx vvi dt js n1 p-acp po12 d n2, np1 vvz dt js n1, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 719 Page 386
7584 3. Consider that our reaping dependeth upon our not fainting, we shall reap (saith the Apostle) if we faint not. If any soul draweth back, Gods soul will have no pleasure in him; 3. Consider that our reaping dependeth upon our not fainting, we shall reap (Says the Apostle) if we faint not. If any soul draws back, God's soul will have no pleasure in him; crd np1 cst po12 vvg vvz p-acp po12 xx vvg, pns12 vmb vvi (vvz dt n1) cs pns12 vvb xx. cs d n1 vvz av, npg1 n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31; (33) sermon (DIV3) 720 Page 386
7586 4. and Lastly, our reward will be so much the greater, by how much it is slower: 4. and Lastly, our reward will be so much the greater, by how much it is slower: crd cc ord, po12 n1 vmb vbi av av-d dt jc, p-acp c-crq av-d pn31 vbz jc: (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 386
7587 the rewards of Gods people are ordinarily proportioned to their patient waiting. The Apostle Rom. 2.6. the rewards of God's people Are ordinarily proportioned to their patient waiting. The Apostle Rom. 2.6. dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbr av-jn vvn p-acp po32 j n-vvg. dt n1 np1 crd. (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 386
7588 having spoken of Christs coming to render to every man according to his work, addeth v. 7. To them who by patient continuance in well-doing seek for glory, having spoken of Christ coming to render to every man according to his work, adds v. 7. To them who by patient Continuance in welldoing seek for glory, vhg vvn pp-f npg1 vvg p-acp vvb p-acp d n1 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvz n1 crd p-acp pno32 r-crq p-acp j n1 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp n1, (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 386
7589 and honour, and immortality, eternal life. Yea and certainly degrees of glory will be proportioned to our patience: and honour, and immortality, Eternal life. Yea and Certainly Degrees of glory will be proportioned to our patience: cc n1, cc n1, j n1. uh cc av-j n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1: (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 386
7590 those that have had least sensible rewards in this life (if there be such a thing as degrees of glory) may expect some of the highest seats, those that have had least sensible rewards in this life (if there be such a thing as Degrees of glory) may expect Some of the highest seats, d cst vhb vhn av-ds j n2 p-acp d n1 (cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1 c-acp n2 pp-f n1) vmb vvi d pp-f dt js n2, (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 387
7591 and mansions of glory in that life which is to come. But I shall add no more to this Observation. and mansions of glory in that life which is to come. But I shall add no more to this Observation. cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1. (33) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 387
7592 SERMON XXX. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXX. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 721 Page 387
7593 I Go on yet in my observations concerning the Actual Providence of God, and that more especially in dealing out distributive justice, recompensing the righteous and the unrighteous. I Go on yet in my observations Concerning the Actual Providence of God, and that more especially in dealing out distributive Justice, recompensing the righteous and the unrighteous. pns11 vvb a-acp av p-acp po11 n2 vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc cst av-dc av-j p-acp vvg av j n1, vvg dt j cc dt j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 722 Page 387
7594 I observed the last time that it is a thing very ordinary with Divine Providence to proceed slowly in these distributions. I observed the last time that it is a thing very ordinary with Divine Providence to proceed slowly in these distributions. pns11 vvd dt ord n1 cst pn31 vbz dt n1 av j p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 722 Page 387
7595 But by how much slower the punishment of a sinner, or the reward of a good man cometh from the Lord, by so much the greater, both the one and the other is. But by how much slower the punishment of a sinner, or the reward of a good man comes from the Lord, by so much the greater, both the one and the other is. p-acp p-acp c-crq d jc cs n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, p-acp av av-d dt jc, d dt crd cc dt n-jn vbz. (34) sermon (DIV3) 722 Page 387
7596 I now proceed to another Observation. I now proceed to Another Observation. pns11 av vvb p-acp j-jn n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 722 Page 387
7597 Observat. 17. That the Providence of God is very quick in the distribution both of punishments and rewards unto some. Observation 17. That the Providence of God is very quick in the distribution both of punishments and rewards unto Some. np1 crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av j p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp d. (34) sermon (DIV3) 723 Page 387
7598 I shall discourse it first with relation to punishments, and then with reference to the rewards of Providence. First, As to punishments. The Apostle Paul to Timothy 1 Tim. 5.24. hath this expression, Some mens sins are open before-hand unto judgement, and some mens they follow after: I shall discourse it First with Relation to punishments, and then with Referente to the rewards of Providence. First, As to punishments. The Apostle Paul to Timothy 1 Tim. 5.24. hath this expression, some men's Sins Are open beforehand unto judgement, and Some men's they follow After: pns11 vmb vvi pn31 ord p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. ord, a-acp p-acp n2. dt n1 np1 p-acp np1 crd np1 crd. vhz d n1, d ng2 n2 vbr j av p-acp n1, cc d ng2 pns32 vvi a-acp: (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 387
7599 likewise also the good works of some are manifest before-hand, and they that are otherwise cannot be hid. likewise also the good works of Some Are manifest beforehand, and they that Are otherwise cannot be hid. av av dt j n2 pp-f d vbr j av, cc pns32 cst vbr av vmbx vbi vvn. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 387
7600 I know it is a Text of which Interpreters give various senses, as they understand it of the judgment of God, some of them, others of the judgement of men; and amongst those who understand it of the later, some understand it of the judgment of the Magistrate, others of the judgment of the Church; some of both these, some of the judgment of God, and the Ecclesiastical judgment also. I know it is a Text of which Interpreters give various Senses, as they understand it of the judgement of God, Some of them, Others of the judgement of men; and among those who understand it of the later, Some understand it of the judgement of the Magistrate, Others of the judgement of the Church; Some of both these, Some of the judgement of God, and the Ecclesiastical judgement also. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f r-crq n2 vvb j n2, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, d pp-f pno32, n2-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; cc p-acp d r-crq vvb pn31 pp-f dt jc, d vvb pn31 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n2-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1; d pp-f d d, d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 av. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 387
7601 I shall not pretend to give the just sense of it, I shall only allude to it in my discourse. I shall not pretend to give the just sense of it, I shall only allude to it in my discourse. pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f pn31, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp po11 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7602 As there are some sins that are open and manifest with respect to the filth and guilt of them; As there Are Some Sins that Are open and manifest with respect to the filth and guilt of them; p-acp a-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr j cc j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7603 they do not hide their sin, but proclaim it as Sodom, they go to the Devil with a trumpet before them, all the world takes notice of them; they do not hide their since, but proclaim it as Sodom, they go to the devil with a trumpet before them, all the world Takes notice of them; pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n1, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp np1, pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32, d dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7604 others sin more secretly and slily and in corners. Others sin more secretly and slily and in corners. n2-jn vvb av-dc av-jn cc av-j cc p-acp n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7605 So God as to some sinners sits in judgement presently. Some indeed he is more slow with, they are kept to the great Assize, So God as to Some Sinners sits in judgement presently. some indeed he is more slow with, they Are kept to the great Assize, av np1 a-acp p-acp d n2 vvz p-acp n1 av-j. d av pns31 vbz av-dc j p-acp, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7606 or for many years, but he is not so slow with all, but either immediately by his own hand, (as in the case of Ananias and Saphira Acts 5.) or else by the sword of the Magistrate, he cuts them off presently, or for many Years, but he is not so slow with all, but either immediately by his own hand, (as in the case of Ananias and Sapphira Acts 5.) or Else by the sword of the Magistrate, he cuts them off presently, cc p-acp d n2, cc-acp pns31 vbz xx av j p-acp d, cc-acp av-d av-j p-acp po31 d n1, (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1 vvz crd) cc av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp av-j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7607 and giveth them a sudden recompence of their evil deeds. and gives them a sudden recompense of their evil Deeds. cc vvz pno32 dt j n1 pp-f po32 j-jn n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7608 Now it may possibly be asked by some, what are those sins, or in what case is God so quick with sinners; Now it may possibly be asked by Some, what Are those Sins, or in what case is God so quick with Sinners; av pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp d, r-crq vbr d n2, cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbz np1 av j p-acp n2; (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7609 nor may the inquiry be unprofitable for us, for because judgement is not executed speedily, the heart of man is set in him to do evil. nor may the inquiry be unprofitable for us, for Because judgement is not executed speedily, the heart of man is Set in him to do evil. ccx vmb dt n1 vbb j p-acp pno12, c-acp c-acp n1 vbz xx vvn av-j, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7610 Gods deferring judgment and giving day for the execution of his wrath, doth much embolden sinners. God's deferring judgement and giving day for the execution of his wrath, does much embolden Sinners. npg1 vvg n1 cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdz d vvi n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7611 Let us therefore see in what cases God seldom grants reprieves, but is very quick with sinners, Let us Therefore see in what cases God seldom grants reprieves, but is very quick with Sinners, vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp r-crq n2 np1 av vvz n2, cc-acp vbz av j p-acp n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7612 and sendeth them down to Hell reeking with their lusts; this I shall indeavour to shew you in several particulars. and sends them down to Hell reeking with their Lustiest; this I shall endeavour to show you in several particulars. cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 vvg p-acp po32 n2; d pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp j n2-j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 724 Page 388
7613 1. It is hard to name any species of sins, as to which God hath not made, 1. It is hard to name any species of Sins, as to which God hath not made, crd pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n2, c-acp p-acp r-crq np1 vhz xx vvn, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7614 or doth not make some present examples of his vengeance: or does not make Some present Examples of his vengeance: cc vdz xx vvi d j n2 pp-f po31 n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7615 So as no sinner can promise himself the reprieve of an hour or day. 1. In the case of Idolatry (which is a grievous sin against the first and second commandment) you will find that God proceeded very slowly to judgment for this sin, both in the Canaanites, and in the Israelites; with the Canaanites though they were abominable idolaters, God bare many hundreds of years. So as no sinner can promise himself the reprieve of an hour or day. 1. In the case of Idolatry (which is a grievous since against the First and second Commandment) you will find that God proceeded very slowly to judgement for this since, both in the Canaanites, and in the Israelites; with the Canaanites though they were abominable Idolaters, God bore many hundreds of Years. av c-acp dx n1 vmb vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n1) pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vvd av av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, av-d p-acp dt np2, cc p-acp dt np1; p-acp dt np2 cs pns32 vbdr j n2, np1 vvd d crd pp-f n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7616 With the ten tribes who were idolaters, from the time of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who made Israel to sin, unto the time when they were finally destroyed, With the ten tribes who were Idolaters, from the time of Jeroboam the son of Nebat, who made Israel to since, unto the time when they were finally destroyed, p-acp dt crd n2 r-crq vbdr n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f j, r-crq vvd np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns32 vbdr av-j vvn, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7617 and carried away captives, God bare with them a long time: and carried away captives, God bore with them a long time: cc vvd av n2-jn, np1 vvd p-acp pno32 dt j n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7618 but you shall find God quicker at another time, Exod. 32. The people make themselves a golden Calf. Moses comes down from the Mount, but you shall find God quicker At Another time, Exod 32. The people make themselves a golden Calf. Moses comes down from the Mount, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi n1 jc p-acp j-jn n1, np1 crd dt n1 vvb px32 av j n1. np1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7619 and findeth them at their idolatrous worship. Moses commandeth the sons of Levi to put every man his sword by his side, and finds them At their idolatrous worship. Moses commands the Sons of Levi to put every man his sword by his side, cc vvz pno32 p-acp po32 j n1. np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n1 po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7620 and to go in and out from gate to gate throughout the Camp, and to slay every man his Brother, and to go in and out from gate to gate throughout the Camp, and to slay every man his Brother, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp cc av p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 po31 n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7621 and every man his companion, and every man his neighbour; and every man his Companion, and every man his neighbour; cc d n1 po31 n1, cc d n1 po31 n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7622 and v. 28. it is said that the children of Levi did according to the word of Moses. and v. 28. it is said that the children of Levi did according to the word of Moses. cc n1 crd pn31 vbz vvn cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vdd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 388
7623 And there fell of the people that day about three thousand men. There God was very quick with idolaters. And there fell of the people that day about three thousand men. There God was very quick with Idolaters. cc pc-acp vvd pp-f dt n1 cst n1 p-acp crd crd n2. pc-acp np1 vbds av j p-acp n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7624 Blaspheming, Cursing and swearing is a sin, against the third commandment. God as to the punishment of these sins sometimes proceedeth very slowly: but not alwaies. Look into Levit. 24.10. Blaspheming, Cursing and swearing is a since, against the third Commandment. God as to the punishment of these Sins sometime Proceedeth very slowly: but not always. Look into Levit. 24.10. vvg, vvg cc vvg vbz dt n1, p-acp dt ord n1. np1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 av vvz av av-j: cc-acp xx av. n1 p-acp np1 crd. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7625 There was the son of an Israelitish woman that blasphemed the name of the Lord, and cursed, he was put in prison. There was the son of an Israelitish woman that blasphemed the name of the Lord, and cursed, he was put in prison. pc-acp vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np1 n1 cst vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j-vvn, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7626 God presently giveth order concerning him, v. 14. That he should be brought forth without the Camp, and stoned to death presently. God presently gives order Concerning him, v. 14. That he should be brought forth without the Camp, and stoned to death presently. np1 av-j vvz n1 vvg pno31, n1 crd cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc vvn p-acp n1 av-j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7627 Sabbath-breaking (it is a sin against the fourth precept of the Decalogue) God is ordinarily very slow in the punishing of this sin: Sabbath-breaking (it is a since against the fourth precept of the Decalogue) God is ordinarily very slow in the punishing of this since: j (pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1) np1 vbz av-j av j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7628 many a Sabbath-breaker goeth on year after year, and yet is not punished, but God doth not do thus with all. many a Sabbath breaker Goes on year After year, and yet is not punished, but God does not do thus with all. d dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc av vbz xx vvn, cc-acp np1 vdz xx vdi av p-acp d. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7629 The man that did but gather sticks upon the Sabbath-day was stoned to death by Gods express order and command, Numb. 30.35. The man that did but gather sticks upon the Sabbath-day was stoned to death by God's express order and command, Numb. 30.35. dt n1 cst vdd p-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 j n1 cc vvi, j. crd. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7630 Rebellion against Parents, cursing them and dishonouring them is a very great sin, yet God beareth with many wretches a long time that are guilty of it, Rebellion against Parents, cursing them and Dishonoring them is a very great since, yet God bears with many wretches a long time that Are guilty of it, n1 p-acp n2, vvg pno32 cc vvg pno32 vbz dt av j n1, av np1 vvz p-acp d n2 dt j n1 cst vbr j pp-f pn31, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7631 as we see in the experience of our own lives. A wretched Child is a plague to his Parents many years: as we see in the experience of our own lives. A wretched Child is a plague to his Parents many Years: c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2. dt j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 d n2: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7632 but God doth not always bear with sinners in this case. but God does not always bear with Sinners in this case. cc-acp np1 vdz xx av vvi p-acp n2 p-acp d n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7633 See what a Law God gave the Israelites in this case, Deut. 21.18, 19, 20, 21. God ordered That he should be presently stoned to death, that would not obey the voice of his Father and Mother. See what a Law God gave the Israelites in this case, Deuteronomy 21.18, 19, 20, 21. God ordered That he should be presently stoned to death, that would not obey the voice of his Father and Mother. n1 q-crq dt n1 np1 vvd dt np1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd np1 vvd cst pns31 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp n1, cst vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7634 For Murther, which is a sin against the sixth Commandment, I shall not inlarge, I shall shew you anon that it is a sin which God rarely suffereth to go long unpunished. For Murder, which is a since against the sixth Commandment, I shall not enlarge, I shall show you anon that it is a since which God rarely suffers to go long unpunished. p-acp vvb, r-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vmb xx vvi, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 av cst pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 av-j vvz pc-acp vvi av-j j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7635 The Law of God determined present death, for wilful murder, and the laws of most nations are accordingly; The Law of God determined present death, for wilful murder, and the laws of most Nations Are accordingly; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j n1, p-acp j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f ds n2 vbr av-vvg; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7636 and we daily see the providence of God strangely working to make murtherers examples of his vengeance. and we daily see the providence of God strangely working to make murderers Examples of his vengeance. cc pns12 av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j vvg pc-acp vvi ng2 n2 pp-f po31 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7637 Adultery is a sin against the seventh Commandment; God sometimes is very patient and proceedeth very slowly, but yet not always; Adultery is a since against the seventh Commandment; God sometime is very patient and Proceedeth very slowly, but yet not always; n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1; np1 av vbz av j cc vvz av av-j, cc-acp av xx av; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7638 sometimes he strikes a dart through his liver sooner. God established a law in the Jewish polity; sometime he strikes a dart through his liver sooner. God established a law in the Jewish polity; av pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 av-c. np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt jp n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7639 That the Adulterer should be put to death, Lev. 20.10. Deut. 22.22. and you know Phinehas presently took a Javelin, and ran it through an Adulterer and an Adulteress and had an ample reward given him from God for it. That the Adulterer should be put to death, Lev. 20.10. Deuteronomy 22.22. and you know Phinehas presently took a Javelin, and ran it through an Adulterer and an Adulteress and had an ample reward given him from God for it. cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. cc pn22 vvb np1 av-j vvd dt n1, cc vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1 cc vhd dt j n1 vvn pno31 p-acp np1 p-acp pn31. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7640 In the case of theft, God may sometimes be very patient, and doubtless there are many old Thieves in the world, who yet will not escape the vengeance of God at last. In the case of theft, God may sometime be very patient, and doubtless there Are many old Thieves in the world, who yet will not escape the vengeance of God At last. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 vmb av vbi av j, cc av-j pc-acp vbr d j n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ord. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7641 But God is not always patient with all these sinners. But God is not always patient with all these Sinners. p-acp np1 vbz xx av j p-acp d d n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 389
7642 Achan was an eminent Thief, he laid his hands upon Gods goods, God had first seized upon the goods of the Canaanites, and set them a part for a sacrifice by fire to himself: achan was an eminent Thief, he laid his hands upon God's goods, God had First seized upon the goods of the Canaanites, and Set them a part for a sacrifice by fire to himself: np1 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvd po31 n2 p-acp npg1 n2-j, np1 vhd ord vvn p-acp dt n2-j pp-f dt np2, cc vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp px31: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7643 Achan steals a wedge of Gold, and a Babilonish garment; God presently revengeth it, first upon all the Army of Israel, of which he was a member, achan steals a wedge of Gold, and a Babylonish garment; God presently revenges it, First upon all the Army of Israel, of which he was a member, np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt np1 n1; np1 av-j vvz pn31, ord p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vbds dt n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7644 then upon himself, and his family, who were stoned to death with stones. then upon himself, and his family, who were stoned to death with stones. av p-acp px31, cc po31 n1, r-crq vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7645 For lying, and bearing a false testimony, witnessing against the life of another as a criminal, who was not a criminal, they are sins against the ninth Commandment; For lying, and bearing a false testimony, witnessing against the life of Another as a criminal, who was not a criminal, they Are Sins against the ninth Commandment; p-acp vvg, cc vvg dt j n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn c-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vbds xx dt j-jn, pns32 vbr n2 p-acp dt ord n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7646 God is often very patient with these sinners, he doth not presently enter into judgement with every liar, every Informer and accuser of the servants of God. God is often very patient with these Sinners, he does not presently enter into judgement with every liar, every Informer and accuser of the Servants of God. np1 vbz av av j p-acp d n2, pns31 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, d n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7647 Some he reserveth in the chains of an hard and impenitent heart, unto the judgement of the great day: some he reserveth in the chains of an hard and impenitent heart, unto the judgement of the great day: d pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7648 but yet with some of these sinners God is much quicker. Ananias and Saphira, as you know, fell down dead with a lye in their mouths, but yet with Some of these Sinners God is much quicker. Ananias and Sapphira, as you know, fell down dead with a lie in their mouths, p-acp av p-acp d pp-f d ng1 n1 vbz av-d jc. np1 cc np1, c-acp pn22 vvb, vvd a-acp j p-acp dt vvb p-acp po32 n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7649 and the Accusers of the three children, and Daniel, were presently destroyed; and the Accusers of the three children, and daniel, were presently destroyed; cc dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2, cc np1, vbdr av-j vvn; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7650 the first by the heat of that Furnace, which they had made so hot for others; the First by the heat of that Furnace, which they had made so hight for Others; dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn av j p-acp n2-jn; (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7651 the second by those Lions, which they had procured Daniel to be thrown unto. the second by those Lions, which they had procured daniel to be thrown unto. dt ord p-acp d n2, r-crq pns32 vhd vvn np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7652 But this is enough to have said in justification of my first conclusion, That it is hard to name any species of sinners, But this is enough to have said in justification of my First conclusion, That it is hard to name any species of Sinners, p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f po11 ord n1, cst pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7653 but God hath been very quick with some individuals of their company. but God hath been very quick with Some individuals of their company. cc-acp np1 vhz vbn av j p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 725 Page 390
7654 2. I find some Divines observing, That God is ordinarily most severe upon the first violators of his laws: 2. I find Some Divines observing, That God is ordinarily most severe upon the First violators of his laws: crd pns11 vvb d n2-jn vvg, cst np1 vbz av-jn av-ds j p-acp dt ord n2 pp-f po31 n2: (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7655 and this is the reason that is given by some, why the Sabbath-breaker was ordered to be stoned to death. God had newly revealed his will upon Mount Sinai, Exod. 31.14. and repeated it, Exod. 35. Now God picks out one of the first open presumptuous violators of it to make him an example; and this is the reason that is given by Some, why the Sabbath breaker was ordered to be stoned to death. God had newly revealed his will upon Mount Sinai, Exod 31.14. and repeated it, Exod 35. Now God picks out one of the First open presumptuous violators of it to make him an Exampl; cc d vbz dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp d, c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. np1 vhd av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp vvb np1, np1 crd. cc vvd pn31, np1 crd av np1 vvz av crd pp-f dt ord vvi j n2 pp-f pn31 pc-acp vvi pno31 dt n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7656 you know this is after the manner of men, who are usually very severe upon the first execution of their laws. you know this is After the manner of men, who Are usually very severe upon the First execution of their laws. pn22 vvb d vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr av-j av j p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po32 n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7657 Ananias and Saphira were not the first that had told a lye, but they were the first that we read of, who had told a lye in that business. Ananias and Sapphira were not the First that had told a lie, but they were the First that we read of, who had told a lie in that business. np1 cc np1 vbdr xx dt ord cst vhd vvn dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vbdr dt ord cst pns12 vvb pp-f, r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 p-acp d n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7658 It was the Will of God that to supply the necessities of his Church at that time, the Christians should have all things for a time common amongst them; It was the Will of God that to supply the necessities of his Church At that time, the Christians should have all things for a time Common among them; pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 cst pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, dt np1 vmd vhi d n2 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7659 and it was not without a divine instinct at least, that so many of them sold their goods, and it was not without a divine instinct At least, that so many of them sold their goods, cc pn31 vbds xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp ds, cst av d pp-f pno32 vvd po32 n2-j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7660 and came and-brought the price of them to the Apostles, and laid it at their feet. and Come and-brought the price of them to the Apostles, and laid it At their feet. cc vvd j dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n2, cc vvd pn31 p-acp po32 n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7661 Now these two seeming professors to save their goods told a lye. God takes a very quick vengeance upon them for it. Now these two seeming professors to save their goods told a lie. God Takes a very quick vengeance upon them for it. av d crd j-vvg n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2-j vvn dt n1. np1 vvz dt j j n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp pn31. (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7662 This Observation is not my own; This Observation is not my own; d n1 vbz xx po11 d; (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7663 having therefore named it, I shall leave it to your further observation, how the Providence of God justifies it. having Therefore nam it, I shall leave it to your further observation, how the Providence of God Justifies it. vhg av vvn pn31, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 jc n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31. (34) sermon (DIV3) 726 Page 390
7664 3. There are, thirdly, some particular sins which God seldom suffereth to go long unpunished. I will instance in some, 3. There Are, Thirdly, Some particular Sins which God seldom suffers to go long unpunished. I will instance in Some, crd pc-acp vbr, ord, d j n2 r-crq np1 av vvz pc-acp vvi av-j j. pns11 vmb n1 p-acp d, (34) sermon (DIV3) 727 Page 391
7665 1. Scandalous and impudent blasphemy. Blasphemy is a speaking evil of God, either denying him what is due to him, 1. Scandalous and impudent blasphemy. Blasphemy is a speaking evil of God, either denying him what is due to him, crd j cc j n1. n1 vbz dt j-vvg n-jn pp-f np1, d vvg pno31 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno31, (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7666 or attributing that to him, which can by no means agree to his holy Essence; or attributing that to him, which can by no means agree to his holy Essence; cc vvg cst p-acp pno31, r-crq vmb p-acp dx n2 vvb p-acp po31 j n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7667 but yet there is a great deal of difference betwixt a bare denial of that to God, but yet there is a great deal of difference betwixt a bore denial of that to God, cc-acp av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d p-acp np1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7668 or to any person in the Godhead, which is due to them; or to any person in the Godhead, which is due to them; cc p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7669 or attributing that to God, which cannot agree to him from a meer error of Judgment, or attributing that to God, which cannot agree to him from a mere error of Judgement, cc vvg cst p-acp np1, r-crq vmbx vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7670 and mistake and misunderstanding of Scripture, and doing this with scandalous reproachful terms, and a bold and daring defiance of God, and mistake and misunderstanding of Scripture, and doing this with scandalous reproachful terms, and a bold and daring defiance of God, cc vvi cc n-vvg pp-f n1, cc vdg d p-acp j j n2, cc dt j cc j-vvg n1 pp-f np1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7671 for which men can pretend nothing of conscience. God may bear long with blasphemers of the first sort; for which men can pretend nothing of conscience. God may bear long with blasphemers of the First sort; p-acp r-crq n2 vmb vvi pix pp-f n1. np1 vmb vvi av-j p-acp n2 pp-f dt ord n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7672 such are the Jews, the Socinians, &c. But he is ordinarily very quick in the execution of his vengeance upon the others; such Are the jews, the socinians, etc. But he is ordinarily very quick in the execution of his vengeance upon the Others; d vbr dt np2, dt njp2, av p-acp pns31 vbz av-j av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2-jn; (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7673 the instances of Pharaoh, Nebuchadnezzar, Rabshakeh, and others in Scripture are very obvious, and it were an easie thing to add to them a great deal out of Ecclesiastical story: the instances of Pharaoh, Nebuchadnezzar, Rabshakeh, and Others in Scripture Are very obvious, and it were an easy thing to add to them a great deal out of Ecclesiastical story: dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1, cc n2-jn p-acp n1 vbr av j, cc pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt j n1 av pp-f j n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7674 but if you observe the Providences of God in the days wherein you live, you will see this notion justified every day: but if you observe the Providences of God in the days wherein you live, you will see this notion justified every day: cc-acp cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vvd d n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7675 it cannot stand with the honour of God long to bear with bold defiers and reproachers of his glorious Majesty. it cannot stand with the honour of God long to bear with bold defiers and reproachers of his glorious Majesty. pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 j n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 728 Page 391
7676 2. A second sort of sinners, whom Divine vengeance useth not to spare or suffer long, are murtherers. God hath secured the lives of all men by special laws, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheddeth mans blood, by man shall his blood be shed. 2. A second sort of Sinners, whom Divine vengeance uses not to spare or suffer long, Are murderers. God hath secured the lives of all men by special laws, Gen. 9.6. Whoso sheds men blood, by man shall his blood be shed. crd dt ord n1 pp-f n2, r-crq j-jn n1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi cc vvi av-j, vbr n2. np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp j n2, np1 crd. r-crq vvz ng1 n1, p-acp n1 vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn. (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7677 It is one you know of those Ten Commandments which God gave upon Mount Sinai, Exod. 20. Thou shalt do no murther. It is one you know of those Ten commandments which God gave upon Mount Sinai, Exod 20. Thou shalt do no murder. pn31 vbz pi pn22 vvb pp-f d crd n2 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp vvb np1, np1 crd pns21 vm2 vdi dx n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7771 the hearts of sinners are set in them to do evil, because judgement is not executed speedily. the hearts of Sinners Are Set in them to do evil, Because judgement is not executed speedily. dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi j-jn, p-acp n1 vbz xx vvn av-j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7678 God expresly commanded, That no satisfaction should be taken for the life of the murtherer, Numb. 35.31, 32, 33. and tells us, the land where murther is committed, cannot be purged but by the blood of him that shed it; God expressly commanded, That no satisfaction should be taken for the life of the murderer, Numb. 35.31, 32, 33. and tells us, the land where murder is committed, cannot be purged but by the blood of him that shed it; np1 av-j vvd, cst dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j. crd, crd, crd cc vvz pno12, dt n1 c-crq n1 vbz vvn, vmbx vbi vvn cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31; (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7679 and it is a very ordinary observation, that murther will out; and we see it in our ordinary experience. and it is a very ordinary observation, that murder will out; and we see it in our ordinary experience. cc pn31 vbz dt av j n1, cst n1 vmb av; cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp po12 j n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7680 There is nothing more remarkable in our observation, than the variety of methods, which the Providence of God useth in the discovery of murther: There is nothing more remarkable in our observation, than the variety of methods, which the Providence of God uses in the discovery of murder: pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp po12 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7681 but I remember in my former discourses, I have spoken something of this. but I Remember in my former discourses, I have spoken something of this. cc-acp pns11 vvb p-acp po11 j n2, pns11 vhb vvn pi pp-f d. (34) sermon (DIV3) 729 Page 391
7682 3. A third sort of sinners, which God in his Actual Providence, is ordinarily very quick with, are Persecutors. Persecution is a violent pursuit of another for the open profession of some necessary truth; 3. A third sort of Sinners, which God in his Actual Providence, is ordinarily very quick with, Are Persecutors. Persecution is a violent pursuit of Another for the open profession of Some necessary truth; crd dt ord n1 pp-f n2, r-crq np1 p-acp po31 j n1, vbz av-j av j p-acp, vbr n2. n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn c-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 391
7683 whether those that do it, have an humane law in the case or no, maketh little or no difference in the case. whither those that do it, have an humane law in the case or no, makes little or no difference in the case. cs d cst vdb pn31, vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc uh-dx, vvz j cc dx n1 p-acp dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 391
7684 You know the Jews said, We have a law, and by that law he ought to dye, yet I hope they persecuted Christ: You know the jews said, We have a law, and by that law he ought to die, yet I hope they persecuted christ: pn22 vvb dt np2 vvd, pns12 vhb dt n1, cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vmd pc-acp vvi, av pns11 vvb pns32 vvn np1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7685 the Persecutors of the three children, and of the Prophet Daniel, had a law, or what in those Countreys, was equivalent, a decree of the Supreme Magistrate. the Persecutors of the three children, and of the Prophet daniel, had a law, or what in those Countries', was equivalent, a Decree of the Supreme Magistrate. dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2, cc pp-f dt n1 np1, vhd dt n1, cc r-crq p-acp d ng2, vbds j, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7686 In short, there hath been little or no persecution ever in the world, if humane Laws will alter the case. In short, there hath been little or no persecution ever in the world, if humane Laws will altar the case. p-acp j, pc-acp vhz vbn j cc dx n1 av p-acp dt n1, cs j n2 vmb vvi dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7687 It is a most vile and causeless transgression, and as (I have before observed to you) though History tells us of persecutions that lasted many years, It is a most vile and causeless Transgression, and as (I have before observed to you) though History tells us of persecutions that lasted many Years, pn31 vbz dt av-ds j cc j n1, cc c-acp (pns11 vhb a-acp vvn p-acp pn22) cs n1 vvz pno12 pp-f n2 cst vvd d n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7688 yet you rarely know God bear long with furious and individual perfecutors, whether they were Informers, Delators, Accusers or Judges; you know how quick God was with the accusers of the three children, and of Daniel. yet you rarely know God bear long with furious and Individu perfecutors, whither they were Informers, Delators, Accusers or Judges; you know how quick God was with the accusers of the three children, and of daniel. av pn22 av-j vvb np1 vvi av-j p-acp j cc j-jn n2, cs pns32 vbdr n2, n2, n2 cc n2; pn22 vvb c-crq j np1 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt crd n2, cc pp-f np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7689 The Providence of God in all times hath justified, and still doth so eminently justifie this Observation, that it were to abuse your patience, to enlarge far upon it; The Providence of God in all times hath justified, and still does so eminently justify this Observation, that it were to abuse your patience, to enlarge Far upon it; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 vhz vvn, cc av vdz av av-j vvi d n1, cst pn31 vbdr pc-acp vvi po22 n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pn31; (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7690 it is very rare that a Persecutor doth not carry some mark of Divine vengeance upon him to his grave. it is very rare that a Persecutor does not carry Some mark of Divine vengeance upon him to his grave. pn31 vbz av j cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 730 Page 392
7691 4. A fourth sort of sinners, with whom the Providence of God is ordinarily very quick, is such as eminently affront, or do some eminent injury to their superiors. 4. A fourth sort of Sinners, with whom the Providence of God is ordinarily very quick, is such as eminently affront, or do Some eminent injury to their superiors. crd dt ord n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j av j, vbz d p-acp av-j n1, cc vdb d j n1 p-acp po32 n2-jn. (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7692 This is justified by all that I said before of the conspicuousness of Divine Providence, in the protection of those whom he hath set to rule over others. I gave you many instances. This is justified by all that I said before of the conspicuousness of Divine Providence, in the protection of those whom he hath Set to Rule over Others. I gave you many instances. d vbz vvn p-acp d cst pns11 vvd a-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn. pns11 vvd pn22 d n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7693 That of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram may be added, you know the Earth opened her mouth, and swallowed them up; That of Corah, Dathan, and Abiram may be added, you know the Earth opened her Mouth, and swallowed them up; d pp-f np1, np1, cc np1 vmb vbi vvn, pn22 vvb dt n1 vvd po31 n1, cc vvd pno32 a-acp; (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7694 to which may be added that of Miriam, who was stricken with the plague of leprosie, to which may be added that of Miriam, who was stricken with the plague of leprosy, p-acp r-crq vmb vbi vvn d pp-f np1, r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7695 for her affront to Moses. The Law of God concerning a rebellious Son (which I before enlarged upon) is another instance. for her affront to Moses. The Law of God Concerning a rebellious Son (which I before enlarged upon) is Another instance. p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt j n1 (r-crq pns11 p-acp vvn p-acp) vbz j-jn n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7696 In short, mark it of whom you will, where some eminent affronts are by any offered to the publick government of a nation, especially where the rulers rule well, In short, mark it of whom you will, where Some eminent affronts Are by any offered to the public government of a Nation, especially where the Rulers Rule well, p-acp j, vvb pn31 pp-f r-crq pn22 vmb, c-crq d j vvz vbr p-acp d vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j c-crq dt n2 vvb av, (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7697 and do their duty, or in a Church, or (finally) in a private family, God doth very rarely let it go long unrevenged. and do their duty, or in a Church, or (finally) in a private family, God does very rarely let it go long unrevenged. cc vdb po32 n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc (av-j) p-acp dt j n1, np1 vdz av av-j vvb pn31 vvi av-j j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7698 If any one shall ask me the reason of this quickness of Divine Providence with some sorts of sinners, these particularly which I have mentioned, If any one shall ask me the reason of this quickness of Divine Providence with Some sorts of Sinners, these particularly which I have mentioned, cs d pi vmb vvi pno11 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, d av-j r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7699 though I think it a great presumption for any to undertake to give the reason of any Divine Motions; though I think it a great presumption for any to undertake to give the reason of any Divine Motions; cs pns11 vvb pn31 dt j n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7700 yet I do not think it difficult to shew you that they are exceeding reasonable, yet I do not think it difficult to show you that they Are exceeding reasonable, av pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 j pc-acp vvi pn22 cst pns32 vbr av-vvg j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7701 and what those imperfect remains of right reason, which since the fall are left in us, must readily so acknowledg. and what those imperfect remains of right reason, which since the fallen Are left in us, must readily so acknowledge. cc r-crq d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq c-acp dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno12, vmb av-j av vvi. (34) sermon (DIV3) 731 Page 392
7702 1. For the vindication of the Divine Majesty and authority, as it is natural to every creature, to use all its power to preserve its own being; 1. For the vindication of the Divine Majesty and Authority, as it is natural to every creature, to use all its power to preserve its own being; crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 d vbg; (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7703 so it is natural to rational beings to preserve their own honour, and to maintain their reputation. so it is natural to rational beings to preserve their own honour, and to maintain their reputation. av pn31 vbz j p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 d n1, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7704 The Glory, Honour, Majesty, and Authority of God are things which he will not give unto others, which he will not prostitute to the sordid lusts of worms. The Glory, Honour, Majesty, and authority of God Are things which he will not give unto Others, which he will not prostitute to the sordid Lustiest of worms. dt n1, n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vbr n2 r-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp n2-jn, r-crq pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7705 Now though every sin doth impeach his Glory, yet not every sin alike: Now though every since does impeach his Glory, yet not every since alike: av cs d n1 vdz vvi po31 n1, av xx d n1 av-j: (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7706 as amongst men, those who are first in the violation of a Law, seem most to confront, as among men, those who Are First in the violation of a Law, seem most to confront, c-acp p-acp n2, d r-crq vbr ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb av-ds pc-acp vvi, (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7707 and dare, and debase the authority that made it; and Dare, and debase the Authority that made it; cc vvb, cc vvb dt n1 cst vvd pn31; (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7708 so those who are the first examples of sinning against a Divine Law, or who teach the world new kinds of sins and disorders, being the boldest affronters of the Divine Authority, usually are made more quick examples of Divine Vengeance: so those who Are the First Examples of sinning against a Divine Law, or who teach the world new Kinds of Sins and disorders, being the Boldest affronters of the Divine authority, usually Are made more quick Examples of Divine Vengeance: av d r-crq vbr dt ord n2 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc q-crq vvb dt n1 j n2 pp-f n2 cc n2, vbg dt js n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, av-j vbr vvn av-dc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7709 so for the blasphemer, he is the most eminent contemner of the Divine Majesty and Glory, he speaketh evil of the supreme good, so for the blasphemer, he is the most eminent contemner of the Divine Majesty and Glory, he speaks evil of the supreme good, av p-acp dt n1, pns31 vbz dt av-ds j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz j-jn pp-f dt j j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7710 and spits as it were in the face of the most excellent being, and curseth him that is the fountain of blessing: and spits as it were in the face of the most excellent being, and Curseth him that is the fountain of blessing: cc vvz p-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j vbg, cc vvz pno31 cst vbz dt n1 pp-f n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7711 God over all blessed for ever. God over all blessed for ever. np1 p-acp d j-vvn p-acp av. (34) sermon (DIV3) 732 Page 393
7712 2. For the Demonstration of Gods love to mankind, the specialties of his Providence towards man, 2. For the Demonstration of God's love to mankind, the specialties of his Providence towards man, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7713 and the order and government of humane societies, and those whom he hath set up to rule over others; and the order and government of humane societies, and those whom he hath Set up to Rule over Others; cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2, cc d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp n2-jn; (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7714 I have observed to you before, that man is under a specialty of Providence above all other creatures; I have observed to you before, that man is under a specialty of Providence above all other creatures; pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 a-acp, cst n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j-jn n2; (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7772 I indeavoured to discourage and check this presumption in my former observation; I endeavoured to discourage and check this presumption in my former observation; pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1 p-acp po11 j n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7715 that amongst men those whom God hath set to rule well, whether in Church or State, are under a further special care; that among men those whom God hath Set to Rule well, whither in Church or State, Are under a further special care; cst p-acp n2 d r-crq np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi av, cs p-acp n1 cc n1, vbr p-acp dt jc j n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7716 that he hath hedged them about by more particular and special Laws. that he hath hedged them about by more particular and special Laws. cst pns31 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp av-dc j cc j n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7717 Now if God by his Providence did not make some eminent examples of his severity and justice, Now if God by his Providence did not make Some eminent Examples of his severity and Justice, av cs np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd xx vvi d j n2 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7718 and proceed quickly against them, how should his special Providence be manifested? 3. It is but reasonable, that God should make Persecutors quick examples of his vengeance, and proceed quickly against them, how should his special Providence be manifested? 3. It is but reasonable, that God should make Persecutors quick Examples of his vengeance, cc vvb av-j p-acp pno32, q-crq vmd po31 j n1 vbi vvn? crd pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst np1 vmd vvi n2 j n2 pp-f po31 n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 733 Page 393
7719 if we consider what a complication of sin there is in the violent prosecution of others, if we Consider what a complication of since there is in the violent prosecution of Others, cs pns12 vvb r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn, (34) sermon (DIV3) 734 Page 393
7720 for the profession of the truth. 1. There is eminent injury done to God: he is hindered as to the calves of those lips which the persecutor shuts up. for the profession of the truth. 1. There is eminent injury done to God: he is hindered as to the calves of those lips which the persecutor shuts up. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. crd pc-acp vbz j n1 vdn p-acp np1: pns31 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp. (34) sermon (DIV3) 734 Page 393
7721 All the immediate honour which God hath in the world, is from the Preaching of the Gospel, from the prayers and praises of his People. All the immediate honour which God hath in the world, is from the Preaching of the Gospel, from the Prayers and praises of his People. av-d dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 735 Page 393
7722 Now if God hath any glory from the publication of his Gospel, from the joynt-prayers and praises of his Saints, the persecutor that hindereth these, robbeth God of it, Now if God hath any glory from the publication of his Gospel, from the joint-prayers and praises of his Saints, the persecutor that hindereth these, robbeth God of it, av cs np1 vhz d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n2, dt n1 cst vvz d, vvz np1 pp-f pn31, (34) sermon (DIV3) 735 Page 393
7723 and setteth himself against the God of Heaven and Earth in those things, whereby he hath chosen to be honoured; and sets himself against the God of Heaven and Earth in those things, whereby he hath chosen to be honoured; cc vvz px31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn; (34) sermon (DIV3) 735 Page 393
7724 his business is to interrupt, disturb, and hinder the making known of Christ to poor souls, to hinder Gods Peoples joynt-praises of him, and prayers to him; his business is to interrupt, disturb, and hinder the making known of christ to poor Souls, to hinder God's Peoples joynt-praises of him, and Prayers to him; po31 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi dt n-vvg vvn pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi npg1 ng1 n2 pp-f pno31, cc n2 p-acp pno31; (34) sermon (DIV3) 735 Page 394
7725 he saith to those whom he persecuteth, You shall not serve God, and thus bids an impudent and bold defiance to the Lord of Heaven and Earth. he Says to those whom he persecuteth, You shall not serve God, and thus bids an impudent and bold defiance to the Lord of Heaven and Earth. pns31 vvz p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz, pn22 vmb xx vvi np1, cc av vvz dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 735 Page 394
7726 2. There is in persecution an eminent injury done to our neighbour. God is not only the avenger of his own glory, 2. There is in persecution an eminent injury done to our neighbour. God is not only the avenger of his own glory, crd pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt j n1 vdn p-acp po12 n1. np1 vbz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7727 but concerning injuries done to men, he hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it. but Concerning injuries done to men, he hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it. cc-acp vvg n2 vdn p-acp n2, pns31 vhz vvn, n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31. (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7728 Now in all persecutions there must be some great wrong done to our neighbour, either as to his name, Now in all persecutions there must be Some great wrong done to our neighbour, either as to his name, av p-acp d n2 a-acp vmb vbi d j n-jn vdn p-acp po12 n1, av-d c-acp p-acp po31 n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7729 or liberty, or estate, or life. And, secondly, it is an injury done to him causelesly, not by way of retaliation. or liberty, or estate, or life. And, secondly, it is an injury done to him causelessly, not by Way of retaliation. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1. np1, ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 vdn p-acp pno31 av-j, xx p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7730 In truth it is the Image of God which the persecutor flies upon, and it is the holiness and righteousness of his brother, which he is not able to endure, seeing his own leud and abominable life condemned, by his neighbours more righteous conversation. In truth it is the Image of God which the persecutor flies upon, and it is the holiness and righteousness of his brother, which he is not able to endure, seeing his own lewd and abominable life condemned, by his neighbours more righteous Conversation. p-acp n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, cc pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi, vvg po31 d j cc j n1 vvn, p-acp po31 n2 av-dc j n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7731 It is therefore but reasonable, that that God who is jealous of his own glory, It is Therefore but reasonable, that that God who is jealous of his own glory, pn31 vbz av p-acp j, cst d np1 r-crq vbz j pp-f po31 d n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7732 and the judg of the innocent person, and who hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it, should be severe in his dealings with such sinners, and the judge of the innocent person, and who hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it, should be severe in his dealings with such Sinners, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, cc r-crq vhz vvn, n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, vmd vbi j p-acp po31 n2-vvg p-acp d n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7733 and for his elect sake shorten the days of such blood-thirsty men. But this is enough to have spoken to the first part of the Observation. and for his elect sake shorten the days of such bloodthirsty men. But this is enough to have spoken to the First part of the Observation. cc p-acp po31 vvb n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f d j n2. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 736 Page 394
7734 I told you, secondly, that the Providence of God, is also sometimes very quick in the distribution of rewards; I told you, secondly, that the Providence of God, is also sometime very quick in the distribution of rewards; pns11 vvd pn22, ord, cst dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av av av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7735 and this you shall especially observe in these cases 1. In rewards of such as have been eminent sufferers for God. and this you shall especially observe in these cases 1. In rewards of such as have been eminent sufferers for God. cc d pn22 vmb av-j vvi p-acp d n2 crd p-acp n2 pp-f d c-acp vhb vbn j n2 p-acp np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7736 God doth variously reward such persons, sometimes by temporal rewards that are sensible and external: God does variously reward such Persons, sometime by temporal rewards that Are sensible and external: np1 vdz av-j vvi d n2, av p-acp j n2 cst vbr j cc j: (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7737 sometimes such as are more inward and spiritual ▪ Now Gods Providence is often very quick in such distributions, sometime such as Are more inward and spiritual ▪ Now God's Providence is often very quick in such distributions, av d c-acp vbr dc j cc j ▪ av npg1 n1 vbz av av j p-acp d n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7738 how quickly did God reward Daniel, after he came out of the Lions den? and the three Children, how quickly did God reward daniel, After he Come out of the Lions den? and the three Children, c-crq av-j vdd np1 vvi np1, c-acp pns31 vvd av pp-f dt ng1 n1? cc dt crd n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7739 after they came out of the fiery Furnace; After they Come out of the fiery Furnace; c-acp pns32 vvd av pp-f dt j n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7740 and Mordecai after h• had ventured himself so signally in the cause of God, and saw the very gallows set up on which his great adversary thought to have had him hanged? For those rewards that are more inward, and Mordecai After h• had ventured himself so signally in the cause of God, and saw the very gallows Set up on which his great adversary Thought to have had him hanged? For those rewards that Are more inward, cc np1 p-acp n1 vhd vvn px31 av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd dt j n2 vvn a-acp p-acp r-crq po31 j n1 vvd pc-acp vhi vhn pno31 vvn? p-acp d n2 cst vbr av-dc j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7741 and discerned only by those that receive them; and discerned only by those that receive them; cc vvd av-j p-acp d cst vvb pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7742 how many instances might be given, of strange incomes of joy, and peace, and strength, with which the suffering servants of God have been rewarded so as their inward joy hath drowned their pain, quenched as it were the flame, &c. 2. In the rewards of such as have done some great and eminent service for God; how many instances might be given, of strange incomes of joy, and peace, and strength, with which the suffering Servants of God have been rewarded so as their inward joy hath drowned their pain, quenched as it were the flame, etc. 2. In the rewards of such as have done Some great and eminent service for God; c-crq d n2 vmd vbi vvn, pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1, p-acp r-crq dt j-vvg n2 pp-f np1 vhb vbn vvn av p-acp po32 j n1 vhz vvn po32 n1, vvn c-acp pn31 vbdr dt n1, av crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vhb vdn d j cc j n1 p-acp np1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 737 Page 394
7743 bearing some signal testimony against sin, as in the case of Phinehas who slew Zimri and Cosbi, Num. 25.11. or been faithful in some great service, in which others have made some great defection, as in the case of Caleb and Joshua, Num. 14.6. bearing Some signal testimony against since, as in the case of Phinehas who slew Zimri and Cozbi, Num. 25.11. or been faithful in Some great service, in which Others have made Some great defection, as in the case of Caleb and joshua, Num. 14.6. vvg d n1 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvd np1 cc np1, np1 crd. cc vbn j p-acp d j n1, p-acp r-crq n2-jn vhb vvn d j n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, np1 crd. (34) sermon (DIV3) 738 Page 395
7744 who brought up a true report of the land of Canaan, and gave in a true testimony for God against all the rest of the Spies, who brought up a true report of the land of Canaan, and gave in a true testimony for God against all the rest of the Spies, r-crq vvd a-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 738 Page 395
7745 and when the whole people were in a mutiny. and when the Whole people were in a mutiny. cc c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbdr p-acp dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 738 Page 395
7746 3. You shall observe, that the Providence of God is ordinarily very quick in rewarding wicked men for any service they do him. 3. You shall observe, that the Providence of God is ordinarily very quick in rewarding wicked men for any service they do him. crd pn22 vmb vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j av j p-acp vvg j n2 p-acp d n1 pns32 vdb pn31. (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7747 I might give you many instances of this, that of Jehu is an eminent one; I might give you many instances of this, that of Jehu is an eminent one; pns11 vmd vvi pn22 d n2 pp-f d, cst pp-f np1 vbz dt j pi; (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7748 God gave him and his posterity a present reward for the good service he had done against the house of Ahab; and he gave the King of Assyria a present reward for the service, wherewith he had made his Army to serve against Tyrus. The like observation might be made in many other cases, God gave him and his posterity a present reward for the good service he had done against the house of Ahab; and he gave the King of Assyria a present reward for the service, wherewith he had made his Army to serve against Tyre. The like observation might be made in many other cases, np1 vvd pno31 cc po31 n1 dt j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vhd vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d j-jn n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7749 and it is no more than we may make a daily observation of: and it is no more than we may make a daily observation of: cc pn31 vbz dx dc cs pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f: (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7750 when God rewards those whom he intendeth not to reward eternally, he doth it in this life quickly. when God rewards those whom he intends not to reward eternally, he does it in this life quickly. c-crq np1 vvz d r-crq pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi av-j, pns31 vdz pn31 p-acp d n1 av-j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7751 And the motions of Divine Providence, in these cases cannot but appear to be highly reasonable, if we do but consider, And the motions of Divine Providence, in these cases cannot but appear to be highly reasonable, if we do but Consider, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp d n2 vmbx cc-acp vvi pc-acp vbi av-j j, cs pns12 vdb p-acp vvi, (34) sermon (DIV3) 739 Page 395
7752 1. That this is but after the manner of men, to such as do signal and eminent services, to give both present and great rewards, for the encouragement of others: 1. That this is but After the manner of men, to such as doe signal and eminent services, to give both present and great rewards, for the encouragement of Others: crd cst d vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp d c-acp n1 n1 cc j n2, pc-acp vvi d j cc j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (34) sermon (DIV3) 740 Page 395
7753 though ordinarily common souldiers sometimes stay for their pay; though ordinarily Common Soldiers sometime stay for their pay; cs av-j j n2 av vvb p-acp po32 n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 740 Page 395
7754 yet some persons that have signalized their valour, are often Knighted in the field, and some mark of great favour fastned upon them. yet Some Persons that have signalized their valour, Are often Knighted in the field, and Some mark of great favour fastened upon them. av d n2 cst vhb vvn po32 n1, vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp pno32. (34) sermon (DIV3) 740 Page 395
7755 2. That Divine righteousness is thus fulfilled, and not only fulfilled, but so conspicuously, that all the world may take notice: 2. That Divine righteousness is thus fulfilled, and not only fulfilled, but so conspicuously, that all the world may take notice: crd cst j-jn n1 vbz av vvn, cc xx av-j vvn, cc-acp av av-j, cst d dt n1 vmb vvi n1: (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7756 that God is a righteous God, fulfilling his word, and that no man serveth him for nothing. that God is a righteous God, fulfilling his word, and that no man serves him for nothing. cst np1 vbz dt j np1, vvg po31 n1, cc cst dx n1 vvz pno31 p-acp pix. (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7757 Godliness, (as the Apostle tells us) hath promise not only of that life which is to come, but of this life also. Godliness, (as the Apostle tells us) hath promise not only of that life which is to come, but of this life also. n1, (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) vhz n1 xx av-j pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pp-f d n1 av. (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7758 Mar. 10.29, 30. There is no man that hath left house, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, for my sake, or the Gospel; Mar. 10.29, 30. There is no man that hath left house, or brothers, or Sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, for my sake, or the Gospel; np1 crd, crd pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vhz vvn n1, cc n2, cc n2, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, p-acp po11 n1, cc dt n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7759 but he shall receive an hundred-fold now in this time, houses, and brethren, and sisters, and mothers, and children, and lands, with persecutions; but he shall receive an hundredfold now in this time, houses, and brothers, and Sisters, and mother's, and children, and Lands, with persecutions; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 av p-acp d n1, n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, cc n2, p-acp n2; (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7760 and in the life to come, eternal life. These and such-like promises, respecting this life, or that which is to come; and in the life to come, Eternal life. These and suchlike promises, respecting this life, or that which is to come; cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, j n1. d cc j n2, vvg d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7761 must be justified, and so justified, that the world may take notice, that God is true to them; must be justified, and so justified, that the world may take notice, that God is true to them; vmb vbi vvn, cc av vvn, cst dt n1 vmb vvi n1, cst np1 vbz j p-acp pno32; (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 395
7762 which cannot be, unless God to some such servants of his, should dispense out quick and present rewards. which cannot be, unless God to Some such Servants of his, should dispense out quick and present rewards. r-crq vmbx vbb, cs np1 p-acp d d n2 pp-f png31, vmd vvi av j cc j n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 741 Page 396
7763 3. On the other side, it is but reasonable, that God should presently reward the services that wicked men do him: 3. On the other side, it is but reasonable, that God should presently reward the services that wicked men do him: crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst np1 vmd av-j vvi dt n2 cst j n2 vdb pno31: (34) sermon (DIV3) 742 Page 396
7764 Because there is no portion provided for them in that life which is to come; neither can they trust God for the life to come: Because there is no portion provided for them in that life which is to come; neither can they trust God for the life to come: p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; av-d vmb pns32 vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi: (34) sermon (DIV3) 742 Page 396
7765 all they look at is present pay, and reward. all they look At is present pay, and reward. d pns32 vvb p-acp vbz j n1, cc n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 742 Page 396
7766 Thus I have opened to you this Observation in the Doctrinal part of it, and shewed you the reasonableness of these motions of Divine Providence. Thus I have opened to you this Observation in the Doctrinal part of it, and showed you the reasonableness of these motions of Divine Providence. av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvd pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 742 Page 396
7767 I come now to the application; which I shall shortly dispatch. I come now to the application; which I shall shortly dispatch. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1; r-crq pns11 vmb av-j vvi. (34) sermon (DIV3) 742 Page 396
7768 Ʋse. This Observation affords us a new, and potent argument. 1. To perswade sinners from presumptuous sinnings. Ʋse. This Observation affords us a new, and potent argument. 1. To persuade Sinners from presumptuous sinnings. n1. d n1 vvz pno12 dt j, cc j n1. crd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 743 Page 396
7769 2. To engage men to more eminent services and sufferings for God. 1. I say, first, To disswade sinners from presumptuous sinnings against God. 2. To engage men to more eminent services and sufferings for God. 1. I say, First, To dissuade Sinners from presumptuous sinnings against God. crd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp av-dc j n2 cc n2 p-acp np1. crd pns11 vvb, ord, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 743 Page 396
7770 The flow motions of Divine Providence, as to the punishment of sinners, as I told you, do much incourage sinners to go on in their courses of sin; The flow motions of Divine Providence, as to the punishment of Sinners, as I told you, do much encourage Sinners to go on in their courses of since; dt n1 n2 pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns11 vvd pn22, vdb av-d vvi n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7773 where I confirmed to you, that by how much the more slowly vindicative justice proceedeth to the punishment of sin, by so much severer the punishment is when it cometh. where I confirmed to you, that by how much the more slowly vindicative Justice Proceedeth to the punishment of since, by so much severer the punishment is when it comes. c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pn22, cst a-acp c-crq av-d dt av-dc av-j j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp av av-d jc cs n1 vbz c-crq pn31 vvz. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7774 This Observation addeth further to that check; This Observation adds further to that check; d n1 vvz av-jc p-acp d n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7775 for, as that which men call slackness, is but the long suffering and patience of God, not willing that any should perish, for, as that which men call slackness, is but the long suffering and patience of God, not willing that any should perish, p-acp, c-acp d r-crq n2 vvb n1, vbz p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, xx vvg cst d vmd vvi, (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7776 but that all should be saved by a seasonable repentance. but that all should be saved by a seasonable Repentance. cc-acp cst d vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7777 So (as you have now heard at large discoursed to you) neither is God thus long-suffering, and patient with all: So (as you have now herd At large discoursed to you) neither is God thus long-suffering, and patient with all: np1 (c-acp pn22 vhb av vvn p-acp j vvn p-acp pn22) d vbz np1 av j, cc j p-acp d: (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7778 and although God generally be more quick with those sorts of sinners, which I have specified to you; and although God generally be more quick with those sorts of Sinners, which I have specified to you; cc cs np1 av-j vbi av-dc j p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22; (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7779 yet I desire you to observe what I first enlarged upon, that there is hardly any kind or sort of sinners, yet I desire you to observe what I First enlarged upon, that there is hardly any kind or sort of Sinners, av pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 ord vvn p-acp, cst pc-acp vbz av d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7780 but God at some time or other hath picked out some or other of them, to make them examples of his severity, Thou maist be struck dead, but God At Some time or other hath picked out Some or other of them, to make them Examples of his severity, Thou Mayest be struck dead, cc-acp np1 p-acp d n1 cc n-jn vhz vvn av d cc n-jn pp-f pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns21 vm2 vbi vvn j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7781 while the lye is in thy mouth. while the lie is in thy Mouth. cs dt n1 vbz p-acp po21 n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7782 It was the case you know of Ananias and Saphira. Thou maist be cut off in the very Act of Adultery, (It was the case, you know, of Zimri and Cosbi). Tremble therefore, It was the case you know of Ananias and Sapphira. Thou Mayest be Cut off in the very Act of Adultery, (It was the case, you know, of Zimri and Cozbi). Tremble Therefore, pn31 vbds dt n1 pn22 vvb pp-f np1 cc np1. pns21 vm2 vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (pn31 vbds dt n1, pn22 vvb, pp-f np1 cc np1). vvb av, (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7783 and do not sin, God may grant thee many years of patience, he may give thee leave to treasure up wrath to thy self against the day of wrath; and do not sin, God may grant thee many Years of patience, he may give thee leave to treasure up wrath to thy self against the day of wrath; cc vdb xx vvi, np1 vmb vvi pno21 d n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 vvi p-acp n1 a-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7784 but thou canst not promise thy self an hours patience. But above all, fear those sins which God usually is so quick in punishing. but thou Canst not promise thy self an hours patience. But above all, Fear those Sins which God usually is so quick in punishing. p-acp pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 dt ng1 n1. cc-acp p-acp d, vvb d n2 r-crq np1 av-j vbz av j p-acp vvg. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 396
7785 Fear blaspheming God, or the King; we live in a blaspheming age, wherein have been more bold darings of God, than in former times. fear blaspheming God, or the King; we live in a blaspheming age, wherein have been more bold darings of God, than in former times. vvb vvg np1, cc dt n1; pns12 vvb p-acp dt j-vvg n1, c-crq vhb vbn av-dc j n2-vvg pp-f np1, cs p-acp j n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7786 God hath revenged his glory upon some of them, they have been cut off in their youth, God hath revenged his glory upon Some of them, they have been Cut off in their youth, np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, pns32 vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp po32 n1, (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7787 before they have lived out half their dayes. before they have lived out half their days. c-acp pns32 vhb vvn av av-jn po32 n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7788 If another generation riseth up, and approveth their sayings, wait but a while, and you will see vengeance overtaking them also. If Another generation Riseth up, and approveth their sayings, wait but a while, and you will see vengeance overtaking them also. cs j-jn n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz po32 n2-vvg, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vmb vvi n1 vvg pno32 av. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7789 Fear doing any thing against the life of others, who by the law of God ought not to dye. fear doing any thing against the life of Others, who by the law of God ought not to die. np1 vdg d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd xx pc-acp vvi. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7790 Blood-thirsty men shall not live out half their days, you fee Gods vengeance against this sin is very quick. Bloodthirsty men shall not live out half their days, you fee God's vengeance against this since is very quick. j n2 vmb xx vvi av av-jn po32 n2, pn22 vvb npg1 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz av j. (34) sermon (DIV3) 744 Page 397
7791 2. This Observation affords a great encouragement to the service of God, especially to eminent actings, and sufferings for God. 2. This Observation affords a great encouragement to the service of God, especially to eminent actings, and sufferings for God. crd d n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j p-acp j n2, cc n2 p-acp np1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7792 There is a reward for righteous men, if they go without it to their dying day; There is a reward for righteous men, if they go without it to their dying day; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp po32 j-vvg n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7793 yet they shall be recompensed in the generation of the just. Heaven will pay for all; yet they shall be recompensed in the generation of the just. Heaven will pay for all; av pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. n1 vmb vvi p-acp d; (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7794 but God doth not always take so long a day to recompence them. Many have a reward in this life, and that which is to come. but God does not always take so long a day to recompense them. Many have a reward in this life, and that which is to come. cc-acp np1 vdz xx av vvi av av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. av-d vhi dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7795 The Scripture is full of promises, even of the good things of this life, to godliness in the general; The Scripture is full of promises, even of the good things of this life, to godliness in the general; dt n1 vbz j pp-f n2, av pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1; (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7796 and to the several parts, and acts of godliness. and to the several parts, and acts of godliness. cc p-acp dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7797 These promises indeed are not made good to every child of God, in specie, but only in equivalent, yea transcendent mercies. These promises indeed Are not made good to every child of God, in specie, but only in equivalent, yea transcendent Mercies. np1 vvz av vbr xx vvn j p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, p-acp fw-la, p-acp j p-acp j, uh j n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7798 But even these promises are made good to many; and they may be thy portion, however thou shalt not miss of the greater things. But even these promises Are made good to many; and they may be thy portion, however thou shalt not miss of the greater things. p-acp av d n2 vbr vvn j p-acp d; cc pns32 vmb vbi po21 n1, c-acp pns21 vm2 xx vvi pp-f dt jc n2. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7799 Particularly, this layeth an engagement upon all that fear God, as God calleth them to it, Particularly, this Layeth an engagement upon all that Fear God, as God calls them to it, av-jn, d vvz dt n1 p-acp d cst vvb np1, c-acp np1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31, (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7800 and giveth them advantage for it to signalize themselves, by eminent actings, or by some eminent sufferings: and gives them advantage for it to signalise themselves, by eminent actings, or by Some eminent sufferings: cc vvz pno32 n1 c-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp j n2, cc p-acp d j n2: (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7801 such you have heard God ordinarily payeth presently; and besides that eternal recompence which they have in glory, they are in more outward, such you have herd God ordinarily payeth presently; and beside that Eternal recompense which they have in glory, they Are in more outward, d pn22 vhb vvn np1 av-jn vvz av-j; cc p-acp d j n1 r-crq pns32 vhb p-acp n1, pns32 vbr p-acp dc j, (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7802 and sensible things, or in more inward influences of grace recompensed in this life. Those that eminently honour God, he will honour; and sensible things, or in more inward influences of grace recompensed in this life. Those that eminently honour God, he will honour; cc j n2, cc p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d n1. d cst av-j n1 np1, pns31 vmb vvi; (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7803 and many of them have a double mess sent them from the Lord. and many of them have a double mess sent them from the Lord. cc d pp-f pno32 vhb dt j-jn n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1. (34) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 397
7804 SERMON XXXI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXXI. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 np1. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 745 Page 398
7805 I Am proceeding yet in my Observations, upon the motions of Divine Providence (that which we call Actual Providence) in its administration of distributive Justice, both in the punishment of sinners, I Am proceeding yet in my Observations, upon the motions of Divine Providence (that which we call Actual Providence) in its administration of distributive justice, both in the punishment of Sinners, pns11 vbm vvg av p-acp po11 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 (cst r-crq pns12 vvb j n1) p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 746 Page 398
7806 and the rewarding of the righteous. Divers Observations I have already made, I am come to the, and the rewarding of the righteous. Diverse Observations I have already made, I am come to thee, cc dt vvg pp-f dt j. j n2 pns11 vhb av vvn, pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pno32, (35) sermon (DIV3) 746 Page 398
7807 Observat. 18. (Which you may please to take thus) That the Providence of God, doth very ordinarily, with the punishments of this life, chastise the past, and pardoned sins of people. Observation 18. (Which you may please to take thus) That the Providence of God, does very ordinarily, with the punishments of this life, chastise the past, and pardoned Sins of people. np1 crd (r-crq pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi av) d dt n1 pp-f np1, vdz av av-jn, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvb dt j, cc vvd n2 pp-f n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 747 Page 398
7808 In the handling of which, I shall, 1. Justifie the Observation. In the handling of which, I shall, 1. Justify the Observation. p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f r-crq, pns11 vmb, crd vvi dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 748 Page 398
7809 2. I shall shew you the reasonableness of this motion of Providence, and reconcile it, both to the justice and goodness of God. 2. I shall show you the reasonableness of this motion of Providence, and reconcile it, both to the Justice and Goodness of God. crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn31, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 749 Page 398
7810 3. Lastly, I shall make some practical application of it. That it is so, I shall prove by two famous instances: 3. Lastly, I shall make Some practical application of it. That it is so, I shall prove by two famous instances: crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi d j n1 pp-f pn31. cst pn31 vbz av, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd j n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7811 the first of David, the second Job. David, you know, had fallen into two grievous sins, Adultery with Bathsheba, and the murther of her Husband Ʋriah. God sendeth the Prophet Nathan, 2 Sam. 12. to David to convince him of his sin, who doth it by a Parable. the First of David, the second Job. David, you know, had fallen into two grievous Sins, Adultery with Bathsheba, and the murder of her Husband Ʋriah. God sends the Prophet Nathan, 2 Sam. 12. to David to convince him of his since, who does it by a Parable. dt ord pp-f np1, dt ord n1. np1, pn22 vvb, vhd vvn p-acp crd j n2, n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 np1. np1 vvz dt n1 np1, crd np1 crd p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq vdz pn31 p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7812 Davids heart melteth, v. 13. and he saith unto Nathan, I have sinned against the Lord. Davids heart melts, v. 13. and he Says unto Nathan, I have sinned against the Lord. npg1 n1 vvz, n1 crd cc pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7813 Nathan tells him, the Lord hath also put away thy sin. The sin you see was both past, and pardoned, but mark what follows; Nathan tells him, the Lord hath also put away thy since. The since you see was both passed, and pardoned, but mark what follows; np1 vvz pno31, dt n1 vhz av vvn av po21 n1. dt n1 pn22 vvb vbds av-d vvn, cc vvn, cc-acp vvb r-crq vvz; (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7814 v. 14. Howbeit, because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to blaspheme, the Child also that is born unto thee shall surely dye. v. 14. Howbeit, Because by this deed thou hast given great occasion to the enemies of the Lord to Blaspheme, the Child also that is born unto thee shall surely die. n1 crd a-acp, c-acp p-acp d n1 pns21 vh2 vvn j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 av d vbz vvn p-acp pno21 vmb av-j vvi. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7815 He had told him before, v. 10. That the sword should not depart from his house: He had told him before, v. 10. That the sword should not depart from his house: pns31 vhd vvn pno31 a-acp, n1 crd cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp po31 n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7816 and v. 11. That he would take his wives before his face, and give them to his neighbour, and v. 11. That he would take his wives before his face, and give them to his neighbour, cc n1 crd cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 398
7817 and he should ly with them in the sight of the Sun. All this was afterward justified by the Actual Providence of God. and he should lie with them in the sighed of the Sun. All this was afterwards justified by the Actual Providence of God. cc pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d d vbds av vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7818 The Child died, 2 Sam. 12.18. Amnon defloureth his Sister Thamar, and is slain by her Brother Absolon: 2 Sam. 13.14, 29. Absalom, Davids own Son, lieth with his Fathers Concubines, in the sight of all Israel. 2 Sam. 16.22. The Child died, 2 Sam. 12.18. Amnon deflowereth his Sister Tamar, and is slave by her Brother Absalom: 2 Sam. 13.14, 29. Absalom, Davids own Son, lies with his Father's Concubines, in the sighed of all Israel. 2 Sam. 16.22. dt n1 vvd, crd np1 crd. np1 vvz po31 n1 np1, cc vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1 np1: crd np1 crd, crd np1, npg1 d n1, vvz p-acp po31 n2 ng1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1. crd np1 crd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7819 Absolom is slain in a rebellion against his Father, &c. Nay, not only thus, but God punisheth David with horrors and terrors in his mind, with diseases in his body, Absalom is slave in a rebellion against his Father, etc. Nay, not only thus, but God Punisheth David with horrors and terrors in his mind, with diseases in his body, np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av uh, xx av-j av, cc-acp np1 vvz np1 p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n2 p-acp po31 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7820 as you may gather from Psal. 6. Psal. 51. and the rest of those Psalms, in which he expresseth his repentance. David prayeth Psal. 25.7. Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. as you may gather from Psalm 6. Psalm 51. and the rest of those Psalms, in which he Expresses his Repentance. David Prayeth Psalm 25.7. remember not the Sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp np1 crd np1 crd cc dt n1 pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1. np1 vvz np1 crd. vvb xx dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, ccx po11 n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7821 Job complaineth unto God, Job. 7.2, 3. As a servant earnestly desireth the shadow, and as an hireling looketh for the reward of his work; Job Complaineth unto God, Job. 7.2, 3. As a servant earnestly Desires the shadow, and as an hireling looks for the reward of his work; np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1. crd, crd p-acp dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7822 so am I made to possess months of vanity. I know the words are capable of another sense; so am I made to possess months of vanity. I know the words Are capable of Another sense; av vbm pns11 vvn pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1. pns11 vvb dt n2 vbr j pp-f j-jn n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7823 as vanity may be understood for affliction and misery, or the frustration of his expectations; as vanity may be understood for affliction and misery, or the frustration of his Expectations; c-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7824 but I should rather interpret it by the words of the same Job 13.26, 27, 28. For thou writest bitter things against me, but I should rather interpret it by the words of the same Job 13.26, 27, 28. For thou Writer bitter things against me, cc-acp pns11 vmd av-c vvi pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d n1 crd, crd, crd c-acp pns21 vv2 j n2 p-acp pno11, (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7825 and makest me to possess the sins of my youth, &c. Moses, and Aaron sinned against the Lord at the waters of Meribah: I do not think that any of you doubt, and Makest me to possess the Sins of my youth, etc. Moses, and Aaron sinned against the Lord At the waters of Meribah: I do not think that any of you doubt, cc vv2 pno11 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, av np1, cc np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: pns11 vdb xx vvi cst d pp-f pn22 vvb, (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7826 but that God pardoned their sin; yet it is certain that God punished them, and that for that sin; but that God pardoned their since; yet it is certain that God punished them, and that for that since; cc-acp cst np1 vvd po32 n1; av pn31 vbz j cst np1 vvd pno32, cc cst p-acp d n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7827 God himself tells them so, Deut. 32.50, 51. That the Providence of God doth this is evident. God himself tells them so, Deuteronomy 32.50, 51. That the Providence of God does this is evident. np1 px31 vvz pno32 av, np1 crd, crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz d vbz j. (35) sermon (DIV3) 750 Page 399
7828 The second thing may seem to have more difficulty in it, viz. How this is reconcileable, either to the justice, or goodness of God. The second thing may seem to have more difficulty in it, viz. How this is reconcilable, either to the Justice, or Goodness of God. dt ord n1 vmb vvi pc-acp vhi dc n1 p-acp pn31, n1 c-crq d vbz j, av-d p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 751 Page 399
7829 To his justice who hath accepted a price, and satisfaction for them at the hand of his Son; To his Justice who hath accepted a price, and satisfaction for them At the hand of his Son; p-acp po31 n1 r-crq vhz vvn dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 751 Page 399
7852 But the holy Scripture giveth us quite another notion of afflictions, so far as they concern the People of God; But the holy Scripture gives us quite Another notion of afflictions, so Far as they concern the People of God; p-acp dt j n1 vvz pno12 vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n2, av av-j c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7830 concerning whom he hath said, that in him (as our Mediator) he was well pleased. How then can God punish m•n and women for those sins, Concerning whom he hath said, that in him (as our Mediator) he was well pleased. How then can God Punish m•n and women for those Sins, vvg r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cst p-acp pno31 (p-acp po12 n1) pns31 vbds av vvn. c-crq av vmb np1 vvi n1 cc n2 p-acp d n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 751 Page 399
7831 for which he hath accepted a price, and satisfaction. for which he hath accepted a price, and satisfaction. p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1, cc n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 751 Page 399
7832 Or how is this reconcileable to the fulness of Gods pardoning grace? How are those sins pardoned, which God afterward punisheth. Or how is this reconcilable to the fullness of God's pardoning grace? How Are those Sins pardoned, which God afterwards Punisheth. cc c-crq vbz d j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg n1? c-crq vbr d n2 vvn, r-crq np1 av vvz. (35) sermon (DIV3) 751 Page 399
7833 But this Cavil proceedeth upon a double mistake or error. 1. The first concerning the punishments of sin upon the Children of God. But this Cavil Proceedeth upon a double mistake or error. 1. The First Concerning the punishments of since upon the Children of God. p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1. crd dt ord vvg dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 752 Page 399
7834 2. The second concerning the satisfaction of Christs death. 2. The second Concerning the satisfaction of Christ death. crd dt ord vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 754 Page 399
7835 As to the first it supposeth, that the afflictions and punishments of Gods people, are all for satisfaction; As to the First it Supposeth, that the afflictions and punishments of God's people, Are all for satisfaction; p-acp p-acp dt ord pn31 vvz, cst dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, vbr d p-acp n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 399
7836 which if it were so, they were of all men mo•• misera•••, a, their afflictions do ordinarily more abound, than the afflictions of others. which if it were so, they were of all men mo•• misera•••, a, their afflictions do ordinarily more abound, than the afflictions of Others. r-crq cs pn31 vbdr av, pns32 vbdr pp-f d n2 n1 n1, av, po32 n2 vdb av-j av-dc vvi, cs dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 399
7837 It is true, that the impenitent and irreconciled sinner, hath no reason to look upon any affliction otherwise, It is true, that the impenitent and irreconciled sinner, hath no reason to look upon any affliction otherwise, pn31 vbz j, cst dt j cc j-vvn n1, vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 av, (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 400
7838 than as an arrest of divine vengeance; than as an arrest of divine vengeance; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 400
7839 upon every ague, every feaver, as Gods taking him by the throat, and saying to him, Pay me now what thou owest; upon every ague, every fever, as God's taking him by the throat, and saying to him, Pay me now what thou owest; p-acp d n1, d n1, c-acp n2 vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vvg p-acp pno31, vvb pno11 av r-crq pns21 vv2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 400
7840 because they cannot apprehend any such thing, as that Christ hath for them satisfied Divine Justice: Because they cannot apprehend any such thing, as that christ hath for them satisfied Divine justice: c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi d d n1, c-acp cst np1 vhz p-acp pno32 vvd j-jn n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 400
7841 but the case is otherwise with a believer. Supposing our afflictions and punishments of this nature, these two things would follow from them. but the case is otherwise with a believer. Supposing our afflictions and punishments of this nature, these two things would follow from them. cc-acp dt n1 vbz av p-acp dt n1. vvg po12 n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, d crd n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno32. (35) sermon (DIV3) 755 Page 400
7842 1. A Christian should never be able to see to the bottom of his bitter cup, were satisfaction to be given by us, 1. A Christian should never be able to see to the bottom of his bitter cup, were satisfaction to be given by us, crd dt njp vmd av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, vbdr n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, (35) sermon (DIV3) 756 Page 400
7843 when could we so much as hope to say? All is finished. when could we so much as hope to say? All is finished. q-crq vmd pns12 av av-d c-acp vvb pc-acp vvi? av-d vbz vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 756 Page 400
7844 We might burn, but when could we hope to come out of the flames? we might be paying, and paying; We might burn, but when could we hope to come out of the flames? we might be paying, and paying; pns12 vmd vvi, cc-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi av pp-f dt n2? pns12 vmd vbi vvg, cc vvg; (35) sermon (DIV3) 756 Page 400
7845 but when could we think to have paid the uttermost farthing? Satisfaction in our persons must be an endless work, the offended Justice being no less than infinite. but when could we think to have paid the uttermost farthing? Satisfaction in our Persons must be an endless work, the offended justice being no less than infinite. cc-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1? n1 p-acp po12 n2 vmb vbi dt j n1, dt j-vvn n1 vbg av-dx av-dc cs j. (35) sermon (DIV3) 756 Page 400
7846 2. We could never hope by our afflictions to be made gainers in grace. 2. We could never hope by our afflictions to be made gainers in grace. crd pns12 vmd av-x vvi p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi vvn n2 p-acp n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7847 If it were possible for us to apprehend, that by our suffering we could make full payment to the Justice of God, If it were possible for us to apprehend, that by our suffering we could make full payment to the justice of God, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp po12 n1 pns12 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7848 yet we could have no hope by affliction, to grow more holy: no man groweth richer, by parting with money to pay his debts; yet we could have no hope by affliction, to grow more holy: no man grows Richer, by parting with money to pay his debts; av pns12 vmd vhi dx n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi av-dc j: dx n1 vvz jc, p-acp vvg p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7849 none could hope by afflictions, to grow more holy, that his affliction should purge away his dross, none could hope by afflictions, to grow more holy, that his affliction should purge away his dross, pi vmd vvi p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi av-dc j, cst po31 n1 vmd vvi av po31 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7850 or take away his tin, or he by them be made more conformable to the Image of his blessed Saviour, or take away his tin, or he by them be made more conformable to the Image of his blessed Saviour, cc vvb av po31 n1, cc pns31 p-acp pno32 vbb vvn av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7851 if our afflictions were for satisfaction. if our afflictions were for satisfaction. cs po12 n2 vbdr p-acp n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7853 it bottometh them in Divine Love, it calleth them chastenings, and calleth them fatherly corrections, Heb. 12.6, 7, 8. We are bid not to despise the chastening of the Almighty; it bottometh them in Divine Love, it calls them chastenings, and calls them fatherly corrections, Hebrew 12.6, 7, 8. We Are bid not to despise the chastening of the Almighty; pn31 vvz pno32 p-acp j-jn n1, pn31 vvz pno32 n2, cc vvz pno32 j n2, np1 crd, crd, crd pns12 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f dt j-jn; (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7854 we are told, That they are blessed, whom he chasteneth, and teacheth out of his law; we Are told, That they Are blessed, whom he Chasteneth, and Teaches out of his law; pns12 vbr vvn, cst pns32 vbr vvn, ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz av pp-f po31 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7855 we are told, that he chasteneth whom he loveth, and scourgeth every child whom he receiveth. we Are told, that he Chasteneth whom he loves, and scourges every child whom he receives. pns12 vbr vvn, cst pns31 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7856 Now it is true, satisfaction is not consistent with the satisfaction of Christ; but corrections and fatherly chastisements, are consistent enough with the price which Christ hath paid, Now it is true, satisfaction is not consistent with the satisfaction of christ; but corrections and fatherly chastisements, Are consistent enough with the price which christ hath paid, av pn31 vbz j, n1 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp n2 cc j n2, vbr j av-d p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7857 and the satisfaction which he hath given for us; hanging the malefactor, or otherwise putting him to death, is not consistent with pardon; and the satisfaction which he hath given for us; hanging the Malefactor, or otherwise putting him to death, is not consistent with pardon; cc dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno12; vvg dt n1, cc av vvg pno31 p-acp n1, vbz xx j p-acp n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7858 but I hope, whipping him, branding, sending him a while to Bridewel, banishment of him when he deserved death, is consistent enough with it. but I hope, whipping him, branding, sending him a while to Bridewell, banishment of him when he deserved death, is consistent enough with it. cc-acp pns11 vvb, vvg pno31, j-vvg, vvg pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, n1 pp-f pno31 c-crq pns31 vvd n1, vbz j av-d p-acp pn31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7859 The Papists indeed fancy that Christ hath only satisfied for the eternal punishment, but still we are bound to satisfie by temporal punishments. The Papists indeed fancy that christ hath only satisfied for the Eternal punishment, but still we Are bound to satisfy by temporal punishments. dt njp2 av vvi cst np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp av pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp j n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 400
7860 Hence are their penances and purgatory founded, but that is a very uncomfortable notion; and the more we look into it, the more dreadful it will appear. Hence Are their penances and purgatory founded, but that is a very uncomfortable notion; and the more we look into it, the more dreadful it will appear. av vbr po32 n2 cc n1 vvn, cc-acp cst vbz dt av j n1; cc dt av-dc pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, dt av-dc j pn31 vmb vvi. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 401
7861 On the other side the Antinomians are as much almost on the other hand, denying the afflictions of Gods People, to be punishment of sins or judgments, when the Scripture so calls them. On the other side the Antinomians Are as much almost on the other hand, denying the afflictions of God's People, to be punishment of Sins or Judgments, when the Scripture so calls them. p-acp dt j-jn n1 dt njp2 vbr a-acp av-d av p-acp dt j-jn n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, pc-acp vbi n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, c-crq dt n1 av vvz pno32. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 401
7862 The truth lyes in the middle betwixt these two extreams, they are judgments, they are punishments of sin, but they are no legal demands of satisfaction, nor giving satisfaction. The truth lies in the middle betwixt these two extremes, they Are Judgments, they Are punishments of since, but they Are no Legal demands of satisfaction, nor giving satisfaction. dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n-jn p-acp d crd n2-jn, pns32 vbr n2, pns32 vbr n2 pp-f n1, p-acp pns32 vbr av-dx j n2 pp-f n1, ccx vvg n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 401
7863 Christ hath satisfied for the whole guilt of their sins, for whom he died. christ hath satisfied for the Whole guilt of their Sins, for whom he died. np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 401
7864 All of that nature as to them was finished upon the cross: so that the afflictions of the People of God, their punishments for sin, have now both another name and notion, than satisfactions. All of that nature as to them was finished upon the cross: so that the afflictions of the People of God, their punishments for since, have now both Another name and notion, than satisfactions. av-d pp-f d n1 c-acp p-acp pno32 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1: av cst dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, po32 n2 p-acp n1, vhb av d j-jn n1 cc n1, cs n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 757 Page 401
7865 2. A second mistake upon which this objection is founded, is, That Christ by his death paid a price into the hands of his fathers justice for all temporal punishments due to man for sin, 2. A second mistake upon which this objection is founded, is, That christ by his death paid a price into the hands of his Father's Justice for all temporal punishments due to man for since, crd dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz vvn, vbz, cst np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 ng1 n1 p-acp d j n2 j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 758 Page 401
7866 so as to excuse those for whom he died, from them. Now as to this, whatsoever we may fancy, so as to excuse those for whom he died, from them. Now as to this, whatsoever we may fancy, av c-acp pc-acp vvi d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd, p-acp pno32. av a-acp p-acp d, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, (35) sermon (DIV3) 758 Page 401
7867 1. It is manifest, that our Lord Jesus never did purchase for his people any such thing as a freedom from temporal death, 1. It is manifest, that our Lord jesus never did purchase for his people any such thing as a freedom from temporal death, crd pn31 vbz j, cst po12 n1 np1 av-x vdd vvi p-acp po31 n1 d d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7868 and the smart of bodily afflictions. and the smart of bodily afflictions. cc dt n1 pp-f j n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7869 He hath taken away the sting of death, but not death; he hath delivered us from the curse, but not from the cross. He hath taken away the sting of death, but not death; he hath Delivered us from the curse, but not from the cross. pns31 vhz vvn av dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp xx n1; pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp xx p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7870 This is all which the Scripture saith, Gal. 3.13. He hath redeemed us from the curse, by being made a curse for us: This is all which the Scripture Says, Gal. 3.13. He hath redeemed us from the curse, by being made a curse for us: d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vbg vvn dt n1 p-acp pno12: (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7871 himself hath told us, That if any one will be his disciple, he must deny himself, himself hath told us, That if any one will be his disciple, he must deny himself, px31 vhz vvn pno12, cst cs d pi vmb vbi po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi px31, (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7872 and take up the cross and follow him: and take up the cross and follow him: cc vvb a-acp dt n1 cc vvi pno31: (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7873 And we are told by the Apostle, That all who will live godlily in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. And we Are told by the Apostle, That all who will live godlily in christ jesus shall suffer persecution. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d r-crq vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1 np1 vmb vvi n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7874 And accordingly the servants of God have experienced it, even Paul himself was in deaths often, And accordingly the Servants of God have experienced it, even Paul himself was in death's often, cc av-vvg av n1 pp-f np1 vhb vvn pn31, av np1 px31 vbds p-acp n2 av, (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7875 and had his thorn in the flesh. and had his thorn in the Flesh. cc vhd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 759 Page 401
7876 2. Nor was it any branch of that Covenant of Redemption and Grace, in which Christ was a party with, 2. Nor was it any branch of that Covenant of Redemption and Grace, in which christ was a party with, crd ccx vbds pn31 d n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vbds dt n1 p-acp, (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 401
7877 or a surety to the eternal father. I put in those two terms Redemption and Grace. I know some make two Covenants; or a surety to the Eternal father. I put in those two terms Redemption and Grace. I know Some make two Covenants; cc dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. pns11 vvd p-acp d crd n2 n1 cc n1. pns11 vvb d vvi crd n2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 401
7878 the one they call the Covenant of Redemption, the other the Covenant of Grace, and that there are very different notions of the Covenant of Grace. For my own part, I see no need of asserting more than one Covenant, and that eternal, Isa. 42.6. This I take to be a paction from eternity, made betwixt the Father, the eternal Father, on the one part; the one they call the Covenant of Redemption, the other the Covenant of Grace, and that there Are very different notions of the Covenant of Grace. For my own part, I see no need of asserting more than one Covenant, and that Eternal, Isaiah 42.6. This I take to be a paction from eternity, made betwixt the Father, the Eternal Father, on the one part; dt pi pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cst a-acp vbr av j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 pp-f vvg av-dc cs crd n1, cc cst j, np1 crd. d pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j n1, p-acp dt crd n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 401
7879 and the Lord Jesus Christ on the other, wherein Christ Covenanted with his Father, that he would do his whole will for the redemption of his chosen ones, Psal. 40.7. Heb. 10.7. and that we by grace derived from him, should do what the father requires of us in order to our salvation, in respect of which he is said to be made the surety of a better Covenant, Heb. 7.22. and the Lord jesus christ on the other, wherein christ Covenanted with his Father, that he would do his Whole will for the redemption of his chosen ones, Psalm 40.7. Hebrew 10.7. and that we by grace derived from him, should do what the father requires of us in order to our salvation, in respect of which he is said to be made the surety of a better Covenant, Hebrew 7.22. cc dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp dt n-jn, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vdi po31 j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn pi2, np1 crd. np1 crd. cc cst pns12 p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vmd vdi r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, np1 crd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7880 The Father mutually Covenanted with his Son, that he would be well-pleased in him, that he would give him the souls for whom he should dye, that he might give them eternal life, The Father mutually Covenanted with his Son, that he would be well-pleased in him, that he would give him the Souls for whom he should die, that he might give them Eternal life, dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi j p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 dt n2 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno32 j n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7881 and all that grace and good which should be advantageous for them; and all that grace and good which should be advantageous for them; cc d cst n1 cc j r-crq vmd vbi j p-acp pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7882 but neither did Christ ask of his Father, neither did his Father promise him on their behalf an immunity from temporal punishments, afflictions, or chastisements for sin. but neither did christ ask of his Father, neither did his Father promise him on their behalf an immunity from temporal punishments, afflictions, or chastisements for since. cc-acp d vdd np1 vvi pp-f po31 n1, dx vdd po31 n1 vvi pno31 p-acp po32 n1 dt n1 p-acp j n2, n2, cc n2 p-acp n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7883 We cannot understand the terms of the Covenant of Grace, but from the Exhibition of it in Scripture, which was very various, sometimes more clearly, sometimes more darkly, to Adam, Noah, Abraham, David, &c. One of the fairest copies of it, I think is that to David, which we have, Psal. 89. from the 20, to the 35. v. Vers. 28. he tells him, That he will keep his mercy with him for evermore, We cannot understand the terms of the Covenant of Grace, but from the Exhibition of it in Scripture, which was very various, sometime more clearly, sometime more darkly, to Adam, Noah, Abraham, David, etc. One of the Fairest copies of it, I think is that to David, which we have, Psalm 89. from the 20, to the 35. v. Vers. 28. he tells him, That he will keep his mercy with him for evermore, pns12 vmbx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp n1, r-crq vbds av j, av av-dc av-j, av av-dc av-j, pc-acp np1, np1, np1, np1, av crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f pn31, pns11 vvb vbz d p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vhb, np1 crd p-acp dt crd, p-acp dt crd n1 np1 crd pns31 vvz pno31, cst pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp av, (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7884 and his covenant should stand fast with him: but yet he reserveth himself a liberty to punish him and his seed for sins: and his Covenant should stand fast with him: but yet he reserveth himself a liberty to Punish him and his seed for Sins: cc po31 n1 vmd vvi av-j p-acp pno31: p-acp av pns31 vvz px31 dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7885 vers. 30. If his children for sake my law, and walk not in my judgments; vers. 30. If his children for sake my law, and walk not in my Judgments; zz. crd cs po31 n2 p-acp n1 po11 n1, cc vvb xx p-acp po11 n2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7886 if they break my statutes, and keep not my commandments, then will I visit their transgressions with the rod, and their iniquity with stripes: if they break my statutes, and keep not my Commandments, then will I visit their transgressions with the rod, and their iniquity with stripes: cs pns32 vvb po11 n2, cc vvb xx po11 n2, av vmb pns11 vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n1 p-acp n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7887 nevertheless my loving-kindness I will not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail: nevertheless my Lovingkindness I will not utterly take from him, nor suffer my faithfulness to fail: av po11 n1 pns11 vmb xx av-j vvi p-acp pno31, ccx vvi po11 n1 pc-acp vvi: (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7888 my Covenant will I not break, nor alter the thing that is gone out of my lips. my Covenant will I not break, nor altar the thing that is gone out of my lips. po11 n1 vmb pns11 xx vvi, ccx vvi dt n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f po11 n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7889 So that notwithstanding the Covenant of Grace for eternal life, and pardon of sin, and all grace in order to the obtaining of this life, So that notwithstanding the Covenant of Grace for Eternal life, and pardon of since, and all grace in order to the obtaining of this life, av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7890 and notwithstanding the blood of Christ, which was the blood of this Covenant; God hath yet a liberty to visit the transgressions of his people, even their past, and notwithstanding the blood of christ, which was the blood of this Covenant; God hath yet a liberty to visit the transgressions of his people, even their past, cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d n1; np1 vhz av dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av po32 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7891 as well as renewing transgressions with rods, and their iniquity with stripes: as well as renewing transgressions with rods, and their iniquity with stripes: c-acp av c-acp vvg n2 p-acp n2, cc po32 n1 p-acp n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7892 yet he doth not break his Covenant, nor alter any thing that is gone out of his lips. yet he does not break his Covenant, nor altar any thing that is gone out of his lips. av pns31 vdz xx vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi d n1 cst vbz vvn av pp-f po31 n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 760 Page 402
7893 3. Nor is it reasonable that any should fancy, that God by the establishment of the Covenant of Grace, 3. Nor is it reasonable that any should fancy, that God by the establishment of the Covenant of Grace, crd ccx vbz pn31 j cst d vmd vvi, cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 761 Page 402
7894 or by acceptance of the satisfaction of his Son, as the blood of this Covenant to make an atonement and reconciliation for iniquity, should have barred himself of his liberty to punish the sins of his people: or by acceptance of the satisfaction of his Son, as the blood of this Covenant to make an atonement and reconciliation for iniquity, should have barred himself of his liberty to Punish the Sins of his people: cc p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, vmd vhi vvn px31 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 761 Page 402
7895 or that any who hath accepted this Covenant upon the exhibition of it in the Gospel, should be excused from such chastisements; if we consider, or that any who hath accepted this Covenant upon the exhibition of it in the Gospel, should be excused from such chastisements; if we Consider, cc cst d r-crq vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n2; cs pns12 vvb, (35) sermon (DIV3) 761 Page 402
7896 1. That some of these chastenings are made the matters of a promise, Mark 10.30. 1. That Some of these chastenings Are made the matters of a promise, Mark 10.30. crd cst d pp-f d n2 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb crd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7897 Persecutions are reckoned amongst Christs rewards in this life, Heb. 12.6, 7, 8. Whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, Persecutions Are reckoned among Christ rewards in this life, Hebrew 12.6, 7, 8. Whom the Lord loves he Chasteneth, n2 vbr vvn p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp d n1, np1 crd, crd, crd ro-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vvz, (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7898 and scourgeth every child whom he receiveth, &c. Thence the ancients were wont to call Martyrdom a Crown; and scourges every child whom he receives, etc. Thence the ancients were wont to call Martyrdom a Crown; cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz, av np1 dt n2-j vbdr j pc-acp vvi n1 dt n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7899 and Luther was wont to complain, That God would not honour him to wear that Crown. and Luther was wont to complain, That God would not honour him to wear that Crown. cc np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vmd xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7900 Saint Paul prayeth to be made conformable to the death of Christ; Saint Paul Prayeth to be made conformable to the death of christ; n1 np1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7901 if the Saints did not fight, how could they triumph? how should they conquer? yea be more than conquerers? if the Saints did not fight, how could they triumph? how should they conquer? yea be more than conquerors? cs dt n2 vdd xx vvi, q-crq vmd pns32 vvi? q-crq vmd pns32 vvi? uh vbb av-dc cs n2? (35) sermon (DIV3) 762 Page 403
7902 2. That afflictions are the path-way to death, and death the door into eternal life. 2. That afflictions Are the pathway to death, and death the door into Eternal life. crd cst n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 dt n1 p-acp j n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7903 Every affliction is a blow at the root of our tree, preparing it for its fall; Every affliction is a blow At the root of our tree, preparing it for its fallen; d n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7904 and if we did not dye, how should we live in Heaven? We must all dye, or be changed; and if we did not die, how should we live in Heaven? We must all die, or be changed; cc cs pns12 vdd xx vvi, q-crq vmd pns12 vvi p-acp n1? pns12 vmb d vvi, cc vbi vvn; (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7905 or our corruptible could never put on incorruption, nor our mortal put on immortality. or our corruptible could never put on incorruption, nor our Mortal put on immortality. cc po12 j vmd av-x vvi p-acp n1, ccx po12 j-jn vvn p-acp n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7942 nor former sins, but that both the grace and glory of God might appear in strengthning, supporting, nor former Sins, but that both the grace and glory of God might appear in strengthening, supporting, ccx j n2, cc-acp cst d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp vvg, vvg, (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7906 It is reported of Zaleucus, a lawgiver amongst the Indians, that he should say, If God had not appointed that all should dye, it had been reasonable for men to have made a law in the case: It is reported of Zaleucus, a lawgiver among the Indians, that he should say, If God had not appointed that all should die, it had been reasonable for men to have made a law in the case: pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt n1 p-acp dt np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi, cs np1 vhd xx vvn cst d vmd vvi, pn31 vhd vbn j p-acp n2 pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7907 and we read of some Indians, who being asked why they worshipped the Sun, gave this reason, Because it was the Author of death. and we read of Some Indians, who being asked why they worshipped the Sun, gave this reason, Because it was the Author of death. cc pns12 vvb pp-f d np1, r-crq vbg vvn c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1, vvd d n1, c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7908 Give me leave to say, That death is so necessary, and afflictions are so wholesom for Christians, that they deserve rather to be reckoned amongst those things which Christ hath purchased for them, Give me leave to say, That death is so necessary, and afflictions Are so wholesome for Christians, that they deserve rather to be reckoned among those things which christ hath purchased for them, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst n1 vbz av j, cc n2 vbr av j c-acp np1, cst pns32 vvb av-c pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7909 than such things as he hath purchased them a liberty from. 1. All sorts of afflictions of this life, are means of grace; than such things as he hath purchased them a liberty from. 1. All sorts of afflictions of this life, Are means of grace; cs d n2 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno32 dt n1 p-acp. crd d n2 pp-f n2 pp-f d n1, vbr n2 pp-f n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 763 Page 403
7910 not so much means of begetting, as reviving, and increasing grace: for as the fire softneth the wax, and hardneth the clay; not so much means of begetting, as reviving, and increasing grace: for as the fire softeneth the wax, and Hardeneth the clay; xx av d n2 pp-f vvg, c-acp vvg, cc j-vvg n1: c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, cc vvz dt n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7911 so I have usually observed, That afflictions make the wicked man worse, but godly men better; so I have usually observed, That afflictions make the wicked man Worse, but godly men better; av pns11 vhb av-j vvn, cst n2 vvb dt j n1 av-jc, cc-acp j n2 av-jc; (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7912 they revive repentance, they are times when usually men call sin to remembrance, they draw out the exercises of faith, they revive Repentance, they Are times when usually men call since to remembrance, they draw out the exercises of faith, pns32 vvb n1, pns32 vbr n2 c-crq av-j n2 vvb n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vvb av dt n2 pp-f n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7913 and both work and exercise patience. Tribulation (saith the Apostle) worketh patience, and patience experience, and experience hope. and both work and exercise patience. Tribulation (Says the Apostle) works patience, and patience experience, and experience hope. cc d n1 cc vvi n1. n1 (vvz dt n1) vvz n1, cc n1 n1, cc n1 n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7914 David, before that he was afflicted, went astray, after he learned to keep Gods Statutes. David, before that he was afflicted, went astray, After he learned to keep God's Statutes. np1, c-acp cst pns31 vbds vvn, vvd av, c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi npg1 n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7915 God while he punisheth his people for their sins, doth not barely chasten them, but he also teacheth them out of his Law. God while he Punisheth his people for their Sins, does not barely chasten them, but he also Teaches them out of his Law. np1 cs pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, vdz xx av-j vvi pno32, cc-acp pns31 av vvz pno32 av pp-f po31 n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 764 Page 403
7916 2. They (secondly) prepare the Saints for glory; and this not only as they restrain sin, and tend to perfect grace; 2. They (secondly) prepare the Saints for glory; and this not only as they restrain since, and tend to perfect grace; crd pns32 (ord) vvb dt n2 p-acp n1; cc d xx av-j c-acp pns32 vvb n1, cc vvi p-acp j n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 765 Page 403
7917 but as it pleaseth God of his grace to reward the sufferings of his people, and the faith and patience of his people shewed in and under their sufferings with the greater glory. but as it Pleases God of his grace to reward the sufferings of his people, and the faith and patience of his people showed in and under their sufferings with the greater glory. cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz np1 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvd p-acp cc p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt jc n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 765 Page 404
7918 Thus the Apostle saith, 2 Cor. 4.17. That our light and momentany afflictions work for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. Thus the Apostle Says, 2 Cor. 4.17. That our Light and momentany afflictions work for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory. av dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd. d po12 n1 cc n1 n2 vvb p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 765 Page 404
7919 And thus much may serve to have cleared this Objection, that I may hasten to the practical Application of this Observation. And thus much may serve to have cleared this Objection, that I may hasten to the practical Application of this Observation. cc av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn d n1, cst pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 765 Page 404
7920 This motion of Divine Providence in punishing with temporal punishments, past, and pardoned sins, even in the best of Gods People, appears exceeding reasonable. This motion of Divine Providence in punishing with temporal punishments, past, and pardoned Sins, even in the best of God's People, appears exceeding reasonable. d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg p-acp j n2, j, cc vvd n2, av p-acp dt js pp-f ng1 n1, vvz vvg j. (35) sermon (DIV3) 765 Page 404
7921 1. In regard of the Justice of God. 1. In regard of the justice of God. crd p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7922 The Justice of God having taken a satisfaction in the blood of his Son, and been paid a price for the sins of his people, will not allow him to punish them with an eternal punishment; The justice of God having taken a satisfaction in the blood of his Son, and been paid a price for the Sins of his people, will not allow him to Punish them with an Eternal punishment; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vbn vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7941 So I doubt not but Gods end in afflicting his people, is neither at all times the punishment of the persons late sins, So I doubt not but God's end in afflicting his people, is neither At all times the punishment of the Persons late Sins, av pns11 vvb xx p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, vbz av-d p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 av-j n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7923 yet it is reasonable they should not go altogether unpunished, that the world may see that he is a God of purer eyes than to behold iniquity in any. yet it is reasonable they should not go altogether unpunished, that the world may see that he is a God of Purer eyes than to behold iniquity in any. av pn31 vbz j pns32 vmd xx vvi av j, cst dt n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d. (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7924 I remember what God said by the Prophet Jeremiah to the Jews, Jer. 30.11. I Remember what God said by the Prophet Jeremiah to the jews, Jer. 30.11. pns11 vvb q-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1 p-acp dt np2, np1 crd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7925 I will not make a full end of thee, but I will correct thee in measure, I will not make a full end of thee, but I will correct thee in measure, pns11 vmb xx vvi dt j n1 pp-f pno21, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7926 and will not leave thee altogether unpunished. You have the same again, Jer. 46.28. 2. It is reasonable (secondly) in order to the eternal salvation of their souls, 1 Cor. 11.32. When we are judged, we are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. and will not leave thee altogether unpunished. You have the same again, Jer. 46.28. 2. It is reasonable (secondly) in order to the Eternal salvation of their Souls, 1 Cor. 11.32. When we Are judged, we Are chastened of the Lord, that we should not be condemned with the world. cc vmb xx vvi pno21 av j. pn22 vhb dt d av, np1 crd. crd pn31 vbz j (ord) p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvn np1 crd. c-crq pns12 vbr vvn, pns12 vbr vvn pp-f dt n1, cst pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 766 Page 404
7927 It is P. Martyrs note upon that Text, that the Apostle in that passage particularly respecteth such as fear God; It is P. Martyrs note upon that Text, that the Apostle in that passage particularly respecteth such as Fear God; pn31 vbz np1 n2 vvb p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 p-acp d n1 av-j vvz d p-acp n1 np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 767 Page 404
7928 for the case is otherwise with wicked men, whose punishment but begun in this life, shall be perfected in the world that is to come. for the case is otherwise with wicked men, whose punishment but begun in this life, shall be perfected in the world that is to come. p-acp dt n1 vbz av p-acp j n2, rg-crq n1 cc-acp vvn p-acp d n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi. (35) sermon (DIV3) 767 Page 404
7929 But I have spoken enough to the Doctrinal part of this Observation. But I have spoken enough to the Doctrinal part of this Observation. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 767 Page 404
7930 Let me now come to some practical Observation, shewing you what use we may and ought to make of it. Let me now come to Some practical Observation, showing you what use we may and ought to make of it. vvb pno11 av vvn p-acp d j n1, vvg pn22 r-crq n1 pns12 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 767 Page 404
7931 Ʋse 1. This in the first place serves to justifie God in those sore afflictions which we often see him bringing upon his own people. Ʋse 1. This in the First place serves to justify God in those soar afflictions which we often see him bringing upon his own people. j crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvz p-acp vvb np1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq pns12 av vvb pno31 vvg p-acp po31 d n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 768 Page 404
7932 When we look upon the holiness of a Job, and see him a man fearing God, and eschewing evil, and see such a person under sharp tryals of affliction, we are ready to startle at it, When we look upon the holiness of a Job, and see him a man fearing God, and Eschewing evil, and see such a person under sharp trials of affliction, we Are ready to startle At it, c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvb pno31 dt n1 vvg np1, cc vvg j-jn, cc vvb d dt n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (35) sermon (DIV3) 768 Page 404
7933 and cannot understand Divine Justice in it. and cannot understand Divine justice in it. cc vmbx vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pn31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 768 Page 404
7934 But God is many ways to be justified. 1. Who liveth and sinneth not enough against God, to justifie the severest dispensations under which God exerciseth him? But God is many ways to be justified. 1. Who lives and Sinneth not enough against God, to justify the Severest dispensations under which God Exerciseth him? p-acp np1 vbz d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn. crd r-crq vvz cc vvz xx av-d p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi dt js n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31? (35) sermon (DIV3) 768 Page 404
7935 2. If he did not, yet it is an ordinary thing, and very righteous for God, to write bitter things against his people for the sins of their youth, though past and pardoned. 2. If he did not, yet it is an ordinary thing, and very righteous for God, to write bitter things against his people for the Sins of their youth, though past and pardoned. crd cs pns31 vdd xx, av pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc av j c-acp np1, pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, c-acp j cc vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7936 Now who hath so passed his youth, that he hath not been guilty of sin enough to justifie God in his punishments, Now who hath so passed his youth, that he hath not been guilty of since enough to justify God in his punishments, av q-crq vhz av vvn po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz xx vbn j pp-f n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7937 yea and to make him acknowledg that he hath been punished seven times less than he hath deserved. yea and to make him acknowledge that he hath been punished seven times less than he hath deserved. uh cc pc-acp vvi pno31 vvi cst pns31 vhz vbn vvn crd n2 av-dc cs pns31 vhz vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7938 And if neither of these could be seen as a meritorious cause, yet God hath a liberty by afflictions, to try the faith and patience of his people, (but that is not the subject of my present discourse). And if neither of these could be seen as a meritorious cause, yet God hath a liberty by afflictions, to try the faith and patience of his people, (but that is not the Subject of my present discourse). cc cs dx pp-f d vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, av np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n2, p-acp vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, (p-acp d vbz xx dt n-jn pp-f po11 j n1). (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7939 I remember when they asked our Saviour concerning him that was born blind, whether it were for his own sin, or for his parents: Our Saviour replys, I Remember when they asked our Saviour Concerning him that was born blind, whither it were for his own since, or for his Parents: Our Saviour replies, pns11 vvb c-crq pns32 vvd po12 n1 vvg pno31 cst vbds vvn j, cs pn31 vbdr p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp po31 n2: po12 n1 vvz, (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7940 for neither, but that the glory of God might appear. for neither, but that the glory of God might appear. c-acp dx, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi. (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7943 and upholding of his poor creatures, and that he might be glorified by them in the fires, by the exercise of their faith and patience, &c. Ʋse 2. This speaketh loud to all, especially to young men, to take heed of presumptuous sinnings against God. and upholding of his poor creatures, and that he might be glorified by them in the fires, by the exercise of their faith and patience, etc. Ʋse 2. This speaks loud to all, especially to young men, to take heed of presumptuous sinnings against God. cc vvg pp-f po31 j n2, cc cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, av j crd np1 vvz av-j p-acp d, av-j p-acp j n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 769 Page 405
7944 Presumption of mercy is that which much enticeth out the lusts of our hearts: Presumption of mercy is that which much entices out the Lustiest of our hearts: n1 pp-f n1 vbz d r-crq d vvz av dt n2 pp-f po12 n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7945 there are some that will fancy God an Idol of mercy, and will say, Let them do what they list, there Are Some that will fancy God an Idol of mercy, and will say, Let them do what they list, a-acp vbr d cst vmb vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vmb vvi, vvb pno32 vdi r-crq pns32 vvb, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7946 yet it shall be well with them; yet it shall be well with them; av pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7947 they will not believe any such thing as Hell, or a Revelation of the wrath of God against sinners. they will not believe any such thing as Hell, or a Revelation of the wrath of God against Sinners. pns32 vmb xx vvi d d n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7948 God did not make them to damn them, &c. God of old foresaw there would be a generation, that when they heard the words of his curse, would bless themselves in their hearts, saying, They should have peace, God did not make them to damn them, etc. God of old foresaw there would be a generation, that when they herd the words of his curse, would bless themselves in their hearts, saying, They should have peace, np1 vdd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32, av np1 pp-f j vvd pc-acp vmd vbi dt n1, cst c-crq pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vvi px32 p-acp po32 n2, vvg, pns32 vmd vhi n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7949 although they walked after the imaginations of their own hearts, adding drunkenness to thirst, Deut. 29.19. although they walked After the Imaginations of their own hearts, adding Drunkenness to thirst, Deuteronomy 29.19. cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, vvg n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7950 Observe, v. 20. what God saith as to such, The Lord will not spare him, Observe, v. 20. what God Says as to such, The Lord will not spare him, vvb, n1 crd r-crq np1 vvz a-acp p-acp d, dt n1 vmb xx vvi pno31, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7951 but the anger of the Lord and his jealousie shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that are written in this book shall lye upon him, but the anger of the Lord and his jealousy shall smoke against that man, and all the curses that Are written in this book shall lie upon him, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cc d dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7952 and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven, &c. But blessed be God there are not many of these in the age wherein we live, not many but will acknowledg an Heaven and an Hell, and the Lord shall blot out his name from under heaven, etc. But blessed be God there Are not many of these in the age wherein we live, not many but will acknowledge an Heaven and an Hell, cc dt n1 vmb vvi av po31 n1 p-acp p-acp n1, av p-acp vvn vbb np1 pc-acp vbr xx d pp-f d p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, xx d cc-acp vmb vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7953 and profess to believe, that there is a reward for the righteous, and for the unrighteous, and profess to believe, that there is a reward for the righteous, and for the unrighteous, cc vvb pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc p-acp dt j, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7954 for the Saint, and for the sinner. for the Saint, and for the sinner. p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7955 So that what incourageth the most of men in sinful courses, is not any hope of a total and final impunity, So that what Encourageth the most of men in sinful courses, is not any hope of a total and final impunity, av cst r-crq vvz dt ds pp-f n2 p-acp j n2, vbz xx d n1 pp-f dt j cc j n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7956 but a presumption of pardon, and obtaining mercy with God before they dye. but a presumption of pardon, and obtaining mercy with God before they die. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvg n1 p-acp np1 c-acp pns32 vvb. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 405
7957 They are taught by some wild teachers, that it is in the power of man to repent, to believe, to turn to God when he pleaseth; They Are taught by Some wild Teachers, that it is in the power of man to Repent, to believe, to turn to God when he Pleases; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp d j n2, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-crq pns31 vvz; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7958 and this imboldneth them to out-stare all the terrors of the Lord, and to put off all the tenders of the Gospel, to indulge their lusts, and this imboldneth them to outstare all the terrors of the Lord, and to put off all the tenders of the Gospel, to indulge their Lustiest, cc d vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7959 and to say, It is not yet time to turn unto God: if they obtain pardon at last, they shall be well enough; and to say, It is not yet time to turn unto God: if they obtain pardon At last, they shall be well enough; cc pc-acp vvi, pn31 vbz xx av n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: cs pns32 vvb n1 p-acp ord, pns32 vmb vbi av av-d; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7960 if they turn to God (and they are told they can do it when they please), it is but taking up a resolution in their old age, if they turn to God (and they Are told they can do it when they please), it is but taking up a resolution in their old age, cs pns32 vvb p-acp np1 (cc pns32 vbr vvn pns32 vmb vdi pn31 c-crq pns32 vvb), pn31 vbz p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 j n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7961 when they have had the fill of their lusts in their youth. when they have had the fill of their Lustiest in their youth. c-crq pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7962 Now if this Doctrine had any truth in it, it would quite destroy an old argument we had to press men to a speedy repentance; Now if this Doctrine had any truth in it, it would quite destroy an old argument we had to press men to a speedy Repentance; av cs d n1 vhd d n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vmd av vvi dt j n1 pns12 vhd pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt j n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7963 because that God, who always giveth pardon to them who truly repent, will not always give unto sinners an heart to repent. Because that God, who always gives pardon to them who truly Repent, will not always give unto Sinners an heart to Repent. c-acp cst np1, r-crq av vvz n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq av-j vvb, vmb xx av vvi p-acp n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7964 No need of that, say our new Teachers, man hath a freedom in his own will, he may repent whensoever he can but get himself of the mind; No need of that, say our new Teachers, man hath a freedom in his own will, he may Repent whensoever he can but get himself of the mind; dx n1 pp-f d, vvb po12 j n2, n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vmb p-acp vvi px31 pp-f dt n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7965 he labours under no more than a moral impotency, his lusts are so strong, that he cannot obtain leave of himself; that is all. he labours under no more than a moral impotency, his Lustiest Are so strong, that he cannot obtain leave of himself; that is all. pns31 vvz p-acp dx dc cs dt j n1, po31 n2 vbr av j, cst pns31 vmbx vvi n1 pp-f px31; d vbz d. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7966 But friend, admit this were true, that thou hadst repentance in thy own hand, and that thou shouldest upon thy repentance obtain pardon of thy sins from God; But friend, admit this were true, that thou Hadst Repentance in thy own hand, and that thou Shouldst upon thy Repentance obtain pardon of thy Sins from God; p-acp n1, vvb d vbdr j, cst pns21 vhd2 n1 p-acp po21 d n1, cc cst pns21 vmd2 p-acp po21 n1 vvi n1 pp-f po21 n2 p-acp np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7967 yet God may as to the punishments of this life make thee go mourning to thy grave for the sins of thy youth: yet God may as to the punishments of this life make thee go mourning to thy grave for the Sins of thy youth: av np1 vmb a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vvi pno21 vvb n1 p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7968 he may plague thee in thy own person, and plague thee in thy posterity; God had pardoned Davids sin, Nathan told him, The Lord had put away his iniquity, he may plague thee in thy own person, and plague thee in thy posterity; God had pardoned Davids since, Nathan told him, The Lord had put away his iniquity, pns31 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp po21 d n1, cc vvi pno21 p-acp po21 n1; np1 vhd vvn npg1 n1, np1 vvd pno31, dt n1 vhd vvn av po31 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7969 yet the child dyed, the sword never departed from his house. Absolom requited him by going into his Concubines in the sight of the Sun; yet the child died, the sword never departed from his house. Absalom requited him by going into his Concubines in the sighed of the Sun; av dt n1 vvd, dt n1 av-x vvd p-acp po31 n1. np1 vvd pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp po31 ng1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7970 he was weary with his groaning, all the night long, he made his bed to swim, he was weary with his groaning, all the night long, he made his Bed to swim, pns31 vbds j p-acp po31 n-vvg, d dt n1 av-j, pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7971 and watered his couch with his tears, his eyes were consumed with grief, Psal. 6. His bones waxed old through his roaring all the day-long: and watered his couch with his tears, his eyes were consumed with grief, Psalm 6. His bones waxed old through his roaring all the daylong: cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2, po31 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, np1 crd po31 n2 vvd j p-acp po31 n-vvg d dt j: (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7972 Gods hand was heavy upon him night and day, so as his moisture was turned into the drought of summer, Psal. 32. Who would not fear such kind of dispensations? Alas! God's hand was heavy upon him night and day, so as his moisture was turned into the drought of summer, Psalm 32. Who would not Fear such kind of dispensations? Alas! npg1 n1 vbds j p-acp pno31 n1 cc n1, av c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd q-crq vmd xx vvi d n1 pp-f n2? np1! (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7973 there is no such thing as mans having a power in himself to repent and turn to God. there is no such thing as men having a power in himself to Repent and turn to God. pc-acp vbz dx d n1 c-acp n2 vhg dt n1 p-acp px31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7974 Can the Blackamore change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? Everywhit as soon as he who is accustomed to do evil, can do well; Can the Blackamoor change his skin, or the Leopard his spots? Everywhit as soon as he who is accustomed to do evil, can do well; vmb dt n1 vvb po31 n1, cc dt n1 po31 n2? uh c-acp av c-acp pns31 r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vdi j-jn, vmb vdi av; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7975 but admit you could, I say it is a thousand to one but God in the punishments of this life will visit your youth-sins upon you: but admit you could, I say it is a thousand to one but God in the punishments of this life will visit your youth-sins upon you: cc-acp vvb pn22 vmd, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt crd p-acp crd p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp pn22: (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7976 young men that are wise, will take heed of wounds and strains in their youth, young men that Are wise, will take heed of wounds and strains in their youth, j n2 cst vbr j, vmb vvi n1 pp-f n2 cc vvz p-acp po32 n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 406
7977 or surfeits, which though they feel little of in the heat of their youth, they will be sure enough to feel in their bones when old age overtaketh them; or Surfeits, which though they feel little of in the heat of their youth, they will be sure enough to feel in their bones when old age overtakes them; cc n2, r-crq c-acp pns32 vvb j pp-f p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2 c-crq j n1 vvz pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7978 and certainly, if sensual sinners would give but their reason leave to guide them, it would guide them also to take heed of those sins in their youth; and Certainly, if sensual Sinners would give but their reason leave to guide them, it would guide them also to take heed of those Sins in their youth; cc av-j, cs j n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32, pn31 vmd vvi pno32 av pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po32 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7979 for which they may so severely smart, by wounds, and terrors of Conscience; by doubts, and horrors, and fears; for which they may so severely smart, by wounds, and terrors of Conscience; by doubts, and horrors, and fears; p-acp r-crq pns32 vmb av av-j j, p-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f n1; p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7980 by diseases, and other kind of punishments: by diseases, and other kind of punishments: p-acp n2, cc j-jn n1 pp-f n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
8022 and in the sense of them, walk softly all the days of their lives. and in the sense of them, walk softly all the days of their lives. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvb av-j d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 409
7981 there is a great deal of difference, betwixt being saved smoothly, and a being saved but through fire. O let me plead with you, who have little else to say, there is a great deal of difference, betwixt being saved smoothly, and a being saved but through fire. Oh let me plead with you, who have little Else to say, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vbg vvn av-j, cc av vbg vvn p-acp p-acp n1. uh vvb pno11 vvi p-acp pn22, r-crq vhb av-j av pc-acp vvi, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7982 for the cares and pains of your youth, but that by it you are but providing quiet and rest for your selves when you come to be old; for the Cares and pains of your youth, but that by it you Are but providing quiet and rest for your selves when you come to be old; p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po22 n1, cc-acp cst p-acp pn31 pn22 vbr p-acp vvg j-jn cc vvi p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vvb pc-acp vbi j; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7983 that you would admit the force of that Argument also to perswade you to remember your Creator in the days of your youth; that you would admit the force of that Argument also to persuade you to Remember your Creator in the days of your youth; cst pn22 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 av pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po22 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7984 and to take heed of the sins of youth, which God often so severely punisheth upon gray-hairs, and to take heed of the Sins of youth, which God often so severely Punisheth upon Gray hairs, cc pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 av av av-j vvz p-acp n2, (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7985 yea and that to his own people, whose iniquities yet he hath pardoned, so as they shall not eternally condemn him. yea and that to his own people, whose iniquities yet he hath pardoned, so as they shall not eternally condemn him. uh cc cst p-acp po31 d n1, rg-crq n2 av pns31 vhz vvn, av c-acp pns32 vmb xx av-j vvi pno31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 770 Page 407
7986 Ʋse. 3. But (that I may shut up this discourse) what you have heard upon this Observation, may offer the best of us, some matter, which possibly, we have not thought of; Ʋse. 3. But (that I may shut up this discourse) what you have herd upon this Observation, may offer the best of us, Some matter, which possibly, we have not Thought of; n1. crd cc-acp (d pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n1) r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, vmb vvi dt js pp-f pno12, d n1, r-crq av-j, pns12 vhb xx vvn pp-f; (35) sermon (DIV3) 771 Page 407
7987 both of daily humiliation, and particular humiliation, when the rod of God is upon us. I say, both of daily humiliation, and particular humiliation, when the rod of God is upon us. I say, d pp-f j n1, cc j n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno12. pns11 vvb, (35) sermon (DIV3) 771 Page 407
7988 1. Of daily repentance, and humiliation. 1. Of daily Repentance, and humiliation. crd pp-f j n1, cc n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7989 We are ready to speak after the language of Agag (whom Saul had spared upon the slaughter of the Amalekites ) surely the bitterness of death is past. We Are ready to speak After the language of Agag (whom Saul had spared upon the slaughter of the Amalekites) surely the bitterness of death is past. pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (ro-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2) av-j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7990 If we find that God hath changed our hearts, that we are not what we were; If we find that God hath changed our hearts, that we Are not what we were; cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vhz vvn po12 n2, cst pns12 vbr xx r-crq pns12 vbdr; (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7991 we are very prone to think, that all the follies, and vanities of our youth are forgotten. we Are very prove to think, that all the follies, and vanities of our youth Are forgotten. pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi, cst d dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po12 n1 vbr vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7992 But let us not mistake, God sealeth up the sins of impenitent sinners in a bag, But let us not mistake, God Sealeth up the Sins of impenitent Sinners in a bag, cc-acp vvb pno12 xx vvi, np1 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2 p-acp dt n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7993 for to be brought forth to their eternal ruine, in the day of the revelation of Gods wrath: for to be brought forth to their Eternal ruin, in the day of the Revelation of God's wrath: c-acp pc-acp vbi vvn av p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7994 he sealeth up the sins of his redeemed ones in a bag, to chasten them oft-times in this life, with the rods and stripes of men. he Sealeth up the Sins of his redeemed ones in a bag, to chasten them ofttimes in this life, with the rods and stripes of men. pns31 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j-vvn pi2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 av p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7995 God wrought bitter things against Job, for the sins of his youth: God wrought bitter things against Job, for the Sins of his youth: np1 vvd j n2 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7996 and David saw reason to pray, that the Lord would not remember the sins of his youth against him. and David saw reason to pray, that the Lord would not Remember the Sins of his youth against him. cc np1 vvd n1 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 vmd xx vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7997 We stand therefore deeply concerned, with bitterness, to remember what God hath not so forgotten, but he may deeply chastise us for. We stand Therefore deeply concerned, with bitterness, to Remember what God hath not so forgotten, but he may deeply chastise us for. pns12 vvb av av-jn vvn, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz xx av vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb av-jn vvi pno12 p-acp. (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7998 O, then my Brethren, let us all look back upon our youth, and mourn over that first, and wanton time! And, O, then my Brothers, let us all look back upon our youth, and mourn over that First, and wanton time! And, sy, cs po11 n2, vvb pno12 d vvi av p-acp po12 n1, cc vvi p-acp d ord, cc j-jn n1! np1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 772 Page 407
7999 2. When the hand of God is upon us; and it may be we cannot find wherefore he contendeth us; 2. When the hand of God is upon us; and it may be we cannot find Wherefore he contendeth us; crd c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pno12; cc pn31 vmb vbi pns12 vmbx vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pno12; (35) sermon (DIV3) 773 Page 407
8000 then let us remember former sins, and humble our souls before the Lord for them; then let us Remember former Sins, and humble our Souls before the Lord for them; av vvb pno12 vvi j n2, cc vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 773 Page 408
8001 and glorifie God in the fires, by acknowledging the righteousness of God in the punishment of the sins of our former years. and Glorify God in the fires, by acknowledging the righteousness of God in the punishment of the Sins of our former Years. cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 j n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 773 Page 408
8002 But possibly some will say to me, What is to be done in this case? is there no way to prevent this after-reckoning with us? But possibly Some will say to me, What is to be done in this case? is there no Way to prevent this After reckon with us? p-acp av-j d vmb vvi p-acp pno11, q-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp d n1? vbz pc-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi d j p-acp pno12? (35) sermon (DIV3) 773 Page 408
8003 Truly I cannot promise you there is, for as a people may be grown in sin to such an height, that there is no speaking to God for them; Truly I cannot promise you there is, for as a people may be grown in since to such an height, that there is no speaking to God for them; np1 pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 a-acp vbz, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx vvg p-acp np1 p-acp pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 774 Page 408
8004 so it is possible, that our former sins may have so provoked God, as notwithstanding our repentance and conversion, God may be resolved, that we shall smart in the flesh, so it is possible, that our former Sins may have so provoked God, as notwithstanding our Repentance and conversion, God may be resolved, that we shall smart in the Flesh, av pn31 vbz j, cst po12 j n2 vmb vhi av vvn np1, c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, np1 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns12 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, (35) sermon (DIV3) 774 Page 408
8005 though our souls be saved in the day of Christ; though our Souls be saved in the day of christ; cs po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 774 Page 408
8006 but if there be any hope for such a mercy, it is certainly to be obtained. but if there be any hope for such a mercy, it is Certainly to be obtained. cc-acp cs pc-acp vbb d n1 p-acp d dt n1, pn31 vbz av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 774 Page 408
8007 1. By frequent humiliations for past sins, much fasting and prayer: 1. By frequent humiliations for past Sins, much fasting and prayer: crd p-acp j n2 p-acp j n2, d vvg cc n1: (35) sermon (DIV3) 775 Page 408
8008 thus Josiah obtained mercy, as to his person, when the sins of his predecessors, were coming like a storm upon him. thus Josiah obtained mercy, as to his person, when the Sins of his predecessors, were coming like a storm upon him. av np1 vvn n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, c-crq dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, vbdr vvg av-j dt n1 p-acp pno31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 775 Page 408
8009 David knew that if any thing would do, this was the way; and therefore while the child was sick, he humbled himself, and would eat no bread. David knew that if any thing would do, this was the Way; and Therefore while the child was sick, he humbled himself, and would eat no bred. np1 vvd cst cs d n1 vmd vdi, d vbds dt n1; cc av cs dt n1 vbds j, pns31 vvd px31, cc vmd vvi dx n1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 775 Page 408
8010 2. By shewing your selves eminent in the exercise of those vertues and graces, which are most opposed to your former sins. 2. By showing your selves eminent in the exercise of those Virtues and graces, which Are most opposed to your former Sins. crd p-acp vvg po22 n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, r-crq vbr av-ds vvn p-acp po22 j n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8011 This was Daniels counsel to the King; This was Daniel's counsel to the King; d vbds np1 n1 p-acp dt n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8012 he had sinned by unrighteousness, cruelty and injustice; oppressing his subjects, griping the poor, &c. Daniel adviseth him, to break off his sins by righteousness, and his iniquities, by shewing mercy to the poor, he had sinned by unrighteousness, cruelty and injustice; oppressing his subject's, gripping the poor, etc. daniel adviseth him, to break off his Sins by righteousness, and his iniquities, by showing mercy to the poor, pns31 vhd vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1; j-vvg png31 n2-jn, vvg dt j, av np1 vvz pno31, p-acp vvb a-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc po31 n2, p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt j, (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8013 if it might be a lengthning out of his tranquillity, Dan. 4.27. He could not assure him this would be a lengthning out of his tranquillity; if it might be a lengthening out of his tranquillity, Dan. 4.27. He could not assure him this would be a lengthening out of his tranquillity; cs pn31 vmd vbi dt vvg av pp-f po31 n1, np1 crd. pns31 vmd xx vvi pno31 d vmd vbi dt vvg av pp-f po31 n1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8014 but if it were a thing to be done, this was the way to obtain it. but if it were a thing to be done, this was the Way to obtain it. p-acp cs pn31 vbdr dt n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, d vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8015 Paul had eminently sinned, by blaspheming, persecuting the Lord Christ in his members: Paul had eminently sinned, by blaspheming, persecuting the Lord christ in his members: np1 vhd av-j vvn, p-acp vvg, vvg dt n1 np1 p-acp po31 n2: (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8016 he preacheth up Christ, and laboureth in the work of the Gospel more than all the rest of the Apostles. he Preacheth up christ, and Laboureth in the work of the Gospel more than all the rest of the Apostles. pns31 vvz a-acp np1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 av-dc cs d dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (35) sermon (DIV3) 776 Page 408
8017 3. Walk humbly (in the third place) with thy God; do not be too censorious, too rash in thy judgement; God resisteth the proud: 3. Walk humbly (in the third place) with thy God; do not be too censorious, too rash in thy judgement; God Resisteth the proud: crd vvb av-j (p-acp dt ord n1) p-acp po21 n1; vdb xx vbi av j, av j p-acp po21 n1; np1 vvz dt j: (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 408
8018 thou wert once as others are; it is by Grace thou art otherwise. Now it cannot be pleasing, but highly provocative to God; thou Wertenberg once as Others Are; it is by Grace thou art otherwise. Now it cannot be pleasing, but highly provocative to God; pns21 vbd2r a-acp p-acp n2-jn vbr; pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pns21 vb2r av. av pn31 vmbx vbi j-vvg, cc-acp av-j j p-acp np1; (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 408
8019 to see a great sinner, whom he hath pardoned, and received to mercy, triumphing over, judging, censuring them; to see a great sinner, whom he hath pardoned, and received to mercy, triumphing over, judging, censuring them; pc-acp vvi dt j n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, cc vvd p-acp n1, vvg a-acp, vvg, vvg pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 408
8020 and doubtless doth often provoke God to call their former sins to remembrance, that they may learn to pity others. and doubtless does often provoke God to call their former Sins to remembrance, that they may Learn to pity Others. cc av-j vdz av vvi np1 pc-acp vvi po32 j n2 p-acp n1, cst pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 408
8021 It is seldom that God by smart judgements makes them sensible of their errors, who have a daily sense of them; It is seldom that God by smart Judgments makes them sensible of their errors, who have a daily sense of them; pn31 vbz av cst np1 p-acp j n2 vvz pno32 j pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vhb dt j n1 pp-f pno32; (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 408
8023 If we would judg our selves (saith the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11.31.) we should not be judged. If we would judge our selves (Says the Apostle, 1 Cor. 11.31.) we should not be judged. cs pns12 vmd n1 po12 n2 (vvz dt n1, crd np1 crd.) pns12 vmd xx vbi vvn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 777 Page 409
8024 4. Be much in secret prayer to God, begging of him, That if it be possible, those bitter cups might pass from thee; 4. Be much in secret prayer to God, begging of him, That if it be possible, those bitter cups might pass from thee; crd vbb d p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp np1, vvg pp-f pno31, cst cs pn31 vbb j, d j n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno21; (35) sermon (DIV3) 778 Page 409
8025 but remember to add what our Saviour addeth; yet not my will, but thy will be done. but Remember to add what our Saviour adds; yet not my will, but thy will be done. p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq po12 n1 vvz; av xx po11 n1, cc-acp po21 n1 vbi vdn. (35) sermon (DIV3) 778 Page 409
8026 For these punishments are not in themselves evil, and therefore not absolutely to be deprecated; but with submission to the will, and wisdom of God. For these punishments Are not in themselves evil, and Therefore not absolutely to be deprecated; but with submission to the will, and Wisdom of God. p-acp d n2 vbr xx p-acp px32 j-jn, cc av xx av-j pc-acp vbi vvn; cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (35) sermon (DIV3) 778 Page 409
8027 SERMON XXXII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXXII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 778 Page 409
8028 I Am still detained in a Discourse, concerning the observable things of Divine Providence, Actual Providence; I Am still detained in a Discourse, Concerning the observable things of Divine Providence, Actual Providence; pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, j n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 779 Page 409
8029 and more particularly, I am recommending to your observation, some things relating to its motions in the distributions of Rewards, and Punishments. I shall offer one thing more of this nature. and more particularly, I am recommending to your observation, Some things relating to its motions in the distributions of Rewards, and Punishments. I shall offer one thing more of this nature. cc av-dc av-j, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp po22 n1, d n2 vvg p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2. pns11 vmb vvi crd n1 av-dc pp-f d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 779 Page 409
8030 Observat. 19. That it is a very ordinary motion of Divine Providence, both to reward and punish Relations in their Correlations. Observation 19. That it is a very ordinary motion of Divine Providence, both to reward and Punish Relations in their Correlations. np1 crd cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, d p-acp vvb cc vvb n2 p-acp po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 780 Page 409
8031 To visit the iniquities of the Fathers upon the Children; To visit the iniquities of the Father's upon the Children; pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 781 Page 409
8032 of the Magistrates upon the people, &c. And so on the contrary, to reward the good and righteous actions of Parents unto their posterity, &c. In the prosecution of this, keeping my method, of the Magistrates upon the people, etc. And so on the contrary, to reward the good and righteous actions of Parents unto their posterity, etc. In the prosecution of this, keeping my method, pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n1, av cc av p-acp dt n-jn, p-acp vvb dt j cc j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vvg po11 n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 781 Page 409
8033 1. I shall justifie the observation, by several instances. 1. I shall justify the observation, by several instances. crd pns11 vmb vvi dt n1, p-acp j n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 782 Page 409
8034 2. I shall shew you the Reasonableness of this motion of Providence, and clear it from all NONLATINALPHABET, 2. I shall show you the Reasonableness of this motion of Providence, and clear it from all, crd pns11 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp d, (36) sermon (DIV3) 783 Page 409
8035 or appearances of injustice, or contrariety to what God hath spoken in his word: with reference to the distribution of punishments. or appearances of injustice, or contrariety to what God hath spoken in his word: with Referente to the distribution of punishments. cc n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1: p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 783 Page 409
8036 3. Lastly, I shall make some practical Application. That the thing is true, appeareth from so plentiful a testimony of Scripture-instances; 3. Lastly, I shall make Some practical Application. That the thing is true, appears from so plentiful a testimony of Scriptural instances; crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi d j n1. cst dt n1 vbz j, vvz p-acp av j dt n1 pp-f n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 784 Page 410
8037 as hardly any thing is more clear, and that both as to Rewards and Punishments. I will begin with the first, as hardly any thing is more clear, and that both as to Rewards and Punishments. I will begin with the First, c-acp av d n1 vbz av-dc j, cc cst d c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord, (36) sermon (DIV3) 785 Page 410
8038 but shall be shorter in that Discourse; because the difficulty lieth more as to the second thing, viz. the distribution of punishments. but shall be shorter in that Discourse; Because the difficulty lies more as to the second thing, viz. the distribution of punishments. cc-acp vmb vbi jc p-acp d n1; c-acp dt n1 vvz av-dc p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, n1 dt n1 pp-f n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 785 Page 410
8039 Now for Rewards, besides many particular instances, we have two that are more general; Now for Rewards, beside many particular instances, we have two that Are more general; av p-acp n2, p-acp d j n2, pns12 vhb crd cst vbr av-dc j; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8040 those of Abraham, the Father of the faithful, and David, the man according to Gods own heart. those of Abraham, the Father of the faithful, and David, the man according to God's own heart. d pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc np1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8041 They were both great, and common Fathers. Abraham was the Father of the Jewish Nation: They were both great, and Common Father's. Abraham was the Father of the Jewish nation: pns32 vbdr d j, cc j n2. np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt jp n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8042 The father of many Nations, and the father of the faithful. I shall only consider him in the first capacity. The father of many nations, and the father of the faithful. I shall only Consider him in the First capacity. dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j. pns11 vmb av-j vvi pno31 p-acp dt ord n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8043 David was the father of the Kings of Judah ( Sauls family, you know, was extinguished presently): David was the father of the Kings of Judah (Saul's family, you know, was extinguished presently): np1 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 (np1 n1, pn22 vvb, vbds vvn av-j): (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8044 Now how frequently in Scripture, do you find God declaring his goodness, and mercy to the Jewish Nation, Now how frequently in Scripture, do you find God declaring his Goodness, and mercy to the Jewish nation, av c-crq av-j p-acp n1, vdb pn22 vvi np1 vvg po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp dt jp n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8045 for his servant Abrahams sake; or for the sake of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; or for his servant Davids sake! for his servant Abrahams sake; or for the sake of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; or for his servant Davids sake! p-acp po31 n1 npg1 n1; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 cc np1; cc p-acp po31 n1 npg1 n1! (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8046 And God heard their groaning, and God remembred his Covenant, with Abraham, and with Isaac, and with Jacob, Exod. 2.24. Lev. 26.42. Then will I remember my Covenant with Jacob, and also my Covenant with Isaac; And God herd their groaning, and God remembered his Covenant, with Abraham, and with Isaac, and with Jacob, Exod 2.24. Lev. 26.42. Then will I Remember my Covenant with Jacob, and also my Covenant with Isaac; cc np1 vvd po32 n-vvg, cc np1 vvd po31 n1, p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, cc p-acp np1, np1 crd. np1 crd. av vmb pns11 vvb po11 n1 p-acp np1, cc av po11 n1 p-acp np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8047 and also my Covenant with Abraham will I remember, and I will remember the Land. Hence it was that the Jews gloried so much, that They had Abraham to their Father: and also my Covenant with Abraham will I Remember, and I will Remember the Land. Hence it was that the jews gloried so much, that They had Abraham to their Father: cc av po11 n1 p-acp np1 vmb pns11 vvb, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 av pn31 vbds d dt np2 vvd av av-d, cst pns32 vhd np1 p-acp po32 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8048 and the faithful amongst them ordinarily used it, as an argument to plead in prayer with God for them. and the faithful among them ordinarily used it, as an argument to plead in prayer with God for them. cc dt j p-acp pno32 av-j vvd pn31, c-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp pno32. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8049 It is plain concerning David, from a multitude of Scriptures, 1 Kings 11.11. God threatning to rend away the Kingdom of Solomon, tells him, that for David his servants sake, he will not do it in his days; It is plain Concerning David, from a multitude of Scriptures, 1 Kings 11.11. God threatening to rend away the Kingdom of Solomon, tells him, that for David his Servants sake, he will not do it in his days; pn31 vbz av-j vvg np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, crd n2 crd. np1 vvg p-acp vvb av dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pno31, cst p-acp np1 po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vmb xx vdi pn31 p-acp po31 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8050 and v. 12. For David his servants sake, he would give one tribe to his Son. So again, v. 32, 34. and 2 Kings 8.19. Yet the Lord would not destroy Judah for Davids sake. 2 Kings 19.34. I will defend this City, save it for my own sake, and for my servant Davids sake; and v. 12. For David his Servants sake, he would give one tribe to his Son. So again, v. 32, 34. and 2 Kings 8.19. Yet the Lord would not destroy Judah for Davids sake. 2 Kings 19.34. I will defend this city, save it for my own sake, and for my servant Davids sake; cc n1 crd p-acp np1 po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vmd vvi crd n1 p-acp po31 n1 av av, n1 crd, crd cc crd n2 crd. av dt n1 vmd xx vvi np1 p-acp npg1 n1. crd n2 crd. pns11 vmb vvi d n1, vvb pn31 p-acp po11 d n1, cc p-acp po11 n1 npg1 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8051 hence the Psalmist prayeth, Psal. 132.10. For thy servant Davids sake, turn not away the face of thine Anointed, and so in many other texts of Scripture. hence the Psalmist Prayeth, Psalm 132.10. For thy servant Davids sake, turn not away the face of thine Anointed, and so in many other texts of Scripture. av dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp po21 n1 npg1 n1, vvb xx av dt n1 pp-f po21 j-vvn, cc av p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8052 The case as to punishments, hath yet a far more plentiful evidence from holy Writ, Exod. 17.8, 9. Amalek smote Israel when they came out of Egypt. God revengeth this sin upon their children, and posterity. The case as to punishments, hath yet a Far more plentiful evidence from holy Writ, Exod 17.8, 9. Amalek smote Israel when they Come out of Egypt. God revenges this since upon their children, and posterity. dt n1 c-acp p-acp n2, vhz av dt av-j av-dc j n1 p-acp j vvn, np1 crd, crd np1 vvd np1 c-crq pns32 vvd av pp-f np1. np1 vvz d n1 p-acp po32 n2, cc n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 410
8053 More than 350 years after, God saith to Saul, 1 Sam. 15.2, 3. Thus saith the Lord of Hosts, I remember that which Amalek did, More than 350 Years After, God Says to Saul, 1 Sam. 15.2, 3. Thus Says the Lord of Hosts, I Remember that which Amalek did, dc cs crd n2 a-acp, np1 vvz p-acp np1, crd np1 crd, crd av vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vvb d r-crq np1 vdd, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8054 how he laid wait for them in the way, when he came out of Egypt. Now go smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have; how he laid wait for them in the Way, when he Come out of Egypt. Now go smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have; c-crq pns31 vvd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vvd av pp-f np1. av vvb vvi np1, cc av-j vvi d cst pns32 vhb; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8055 and spare them not, but slay both man, and woman, and infant, and suckling; and spare them not, but slay both man, and woman, and infant, and suckling; cc vvb pno32 xx, cc-acp vvb d n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc j-vvg; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8056 both Ox and Sheep, and Camel, and Ass. God in the second Commandment saith, that he is a jealous God, visiting the iniquities of the Fathers upon the Children, both Ox and Sheep, and Camel, and Ass God in the second Commandment Says, that he is a jealous God, visiting the iniquities of the Father's upon the Children, d n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 np1 p-acp dt ord n1 vvz, cst pns31 vbz dt j np1, vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8057 unto the third, and fourth generation; and conformable unto this, is the whole revelation of the will of God in Scripture, unto the third, and fourth generation; and conformable unto this, is the Whole Revelation of the will of God in Scripture, p-acp dt ord, cc ord n1; cc j p-acp d, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8058 and the dispensation of Actual Providence. 1 King. 11.11. and the Dispensation of Actual Providence. 1 King. 11.11. cc dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd n1. crd. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8059 God threatneth to rend the Kingdom away from Solomon. Forasmuch as this is done of thee, God threatens to rend the Kingdom away from Solomon. Forasmuch as this is done of thee, np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 av p-acp np1. av c-acp d vbz vdn pp-f pno21, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8060 and thou hast not kept my statutes, which I have commanded thee. and thou hast not kept my statutes, which I have commanded thee. cc pns21 vh2 xx vvn po11 n2, r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno21. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8061 v. 12. Notwithstanding, in thy days I will not do it, for David thy Fathers sake; v. 12. Notwithstanding, in thy days I will not do it, for David thy Father's sake; n1 crd a-acp, p-acp po21 n2 pns11 vmb xx vdi pn31, c-acp np1 po21 ng1 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8062 but I will rend it out of the hand of thy Son; he accordingly did, 1 King. 12.16. Jeroboam, you know, had the part God rent from the house of David. He setteth up idolatry. God threatneth, 1 King. 14.9. that because of this, he would destroy Jeroboams house; but I will rend it out of the hand of thy Son; he accordingly did, 1 King. 12.16. Jeroboam, you know, had the part God rend from the house of David. He sets up idolatry. God threatens, 1 King. 14.9. that Because of this, he would destroy Jeroboams house; cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; pns31 av-vvg vdd, crd n1. crd. np1, pn22 vvb, vhd dt n1 np1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pns31 vvz a-acp n1. np1 vvz, crd n1. crd. cst c-acp pp-f d, pns31 vmd vvi n2 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8063 and cut off from him, him that pissed against the wall, and would take away the remnant of the house of Jeroboam, and Cut off from him, him that pissed against the wall, and would take away the remnant of the house of Jeroboam, cc vvb a-acp p-acp pno31, pno31 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vmd vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8064 as a man taketh away dung till it be gone. Now observe, how the Actual Providence of God fulfils this, 1 King. 15.25. Nadab, Jeroboams son succeedeth; he reigneth but two years; as a man Takes away dung till it be gone. Now observe, how the Actual Providence of God fulfils this, 1 King. 15.25. Nadab, Jeroboams son succeedeth; he Reigneth but two Years; c-acp dt n1 vvz av n1 c-acp pn31 vbb vvn. av vvi, c-crq dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvz d, crd n1. crd. np1, vvz n1 vvz; pns31 vvz p-acp crd n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8065 v. 27. Baash conspireth against him, smiteth him, and slayeth him; v. 29. He smote all the house of Jeroboam; v. 27. Baash conspireth against him, smites him, and slays him; v. 29. He smote all the house of Jeroboam; n1 crd n1 vvz p-acp pno31, vvz pno31, cc vvz pno31; n1 crd pns31 vvd d dt n1 pp-f np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8066 he left not to Jeroboam any that breathed until he had destroyed him. v. 30. Because of the sins of Jeroboam which he sinned, he left not to Jeroboam any that breathed until he had destroyed him. v. 30. Because of the Sins of Jeroboam which he sinned, pns31 vvd xx p-acp np1 d cst vvd c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31. n1 crd c-acp pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vvd, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8067 and which he made Israel to sin, by his Provocation, wherewith he provoked the Lord God of Israel to anger. and which he made Israel to since, by his Provocation, wherewith he provoked the Lord God of Israel to anger. cc r-crq pns31 vvd np1 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvd dt n1 np1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8068 The phrase is not exclusive of Nadabs sins; The phrase is not exclusive of Nadabs Sins; dt n1 vbz xx j pp-f vvz n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8069 but it plainly proveth, that in Nadab, and the rest of his families punishment, there was a special consideration of Jeroboams sins: Baasha doth as wickedly as Jeroboam. God sends Jehu the Prophet, who threatneth him, that the Lord would take away his posterity, and the posterity of his house; but it plainly Proves, that in Nadab, and the rest of his families punishment, there was a special consideration of Jeroboams Sins: Baasha does as wickedly as Jeroboam. God sends Jehu the Prophet, who threatens him, that the Lord would take away his posterity, and the posterity of his house; cc-acp pn31 av-j vvz, cst p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f vvz n2: np1 vdz c-acp av-j c-acp np1. np1 vvz np1 dt n1, r-crq vvz pno31, cst dt n1 vmd vvi av po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8070 and make his house, like the house of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, 1 Kings 16.1, 2, 3. He reigned 24 years. and make his house, like the house of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, 1 Kings 16.1, 2, 3. He reigned 24 Years. cc vvi po31 n1, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f fw-la, crd n2 crd, crd, crd pns31 vvd crd n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8071 Elah his son succeeds him, and reigneth two years, as bad a man as his Father, 1 Kings 16.8, 9, 10. Zimri, one of his Captains slayeth him, being drunk. Elah his son succeeds him, and Reigneth two Years, as bad a man as his Father, 1 Kings 16.8, 9, 10. Zimri, one of his Captains slays him, being drunk. np1 po31 n1 vvz pno31, cc vvz crd n2, c-acp j dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, crd n2 crd, crd, crd np1, crd pp-f po31 n2 vvz pno31, vbg vvn. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8072 v. 11. the same Zimri, slayeth all the house of Baasha; v. 11. the same Zimri, slays all the house of Baasha; n1 crd dt d np1, vvz d dt n1 pp-f np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8073 he left him not one who pissed against the wall, neither of his kinsfolks, nor friends. he left him not one who pissed against the wall, neither of his kinsfolks, nor Friends. pns31 vvd pno31 xx crd r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1, av-dx pp-f po31 n2, ccx n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 411
8074 And this v. 13. was for all the sins of Baasha. Omri sets up against Zimri, and prevaileth; he reigneth 12 years: And this v. 13. was for all the Sins of Baasha. Omri sets up against Zimri, and prevails; he Reigneth 12 Years: cc d n1 crd vbds p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1. np1 vvz a-acp p-acp np1, cc vvz; pns31 vvz crd n2: (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8075 Ahab was his son, who reigned 22 years. He was a most vile man, 1 Kings 21.25. There was none like unto Ahab; Ahab was his son, who reigned 22 Years. He was a most vile man, 1 Kings 21.25. There was none like unto Ahab; np1 vbds po31 n1, r-crq vvd crd n2. pns31 vbds dt av-ds j n1, crd n2 crd. a-acp vbds pix av-j p-acp np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8076 which did sell himself to work wickedness in the sight of the Lord. which did fell himself to work wickedness in the sighed of the Lord. r-crq vdd vvi px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8077 God in the same Chapter, v. 21. threatned him, because he had sold himself to work evil in the sight of the Lord, that he would bring evil upon him, and take away his posterity; God in the same Chapter, v. 21. threatened him, Because he had sold himself to work evil in the sighed of the Lord, that he would bring evil upon him, and take away his posterity; np1 p-acp dt d n1, n1 crd vvd pno31, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn px31 pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi j-jn p-acp pno31, cc vvb av po31 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8078 and would cut off from Ahab, him that pissed against the wall, and him that was shut up, and left in Israel; and would Cut off from Ahab, him that pissed against the wall, and him that was shut up, and left in Israel; cc vmd vvi a-acp p-acp np1, pno31 cst vvd p-acp dt n1, cc pno31 cst vbds vvn a-acp, cc vvd p-acp np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8079 and would make his house like the house of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, and like the house of Baasha. and would make his house like the house of Jeroboam, the son of Nebat, and like the house of Baasha. cc vmd vvi po31 n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f fw-la, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8080 In the next Chapter you shall read that Ahab was killed in the battle at Ramoth Gilead. Ahaziah succeedeth him, 1 Kings 22.40. Ahaziah dieth an untimely death, occasioned by a fall from a window; In the next Chapter you shall read that Ahab was killed in the battle At Ramoth Gilead. Ahaziah succeedeth him, 1 Kings 22.40. Ahaziah Dieth an untimely death, occasioned by a fallen from a window; p-acp dt ord n1 pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 np1. np1 vvz pno31, crd n2 crd. np1 vvz dt j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8081 2 Kings 1. and Jehoram his son succeedeth: 2 Kings 1. and jehoram his son succeedeth: crd n2 crd cc np1 po31 n1 vvz: (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8082 v. 17. he was slain by Jehu, 2 Kings 9. ch. 10. Seventy sons more of his were slain by the men of Samaria, at the command of Jehu. and v. 17. When he came to Samaria, he slew all that remained to Ahab in Samaria, till he had destroyed him, according to the saying of the Lord, which he spake to Elijah. v. 17. he was slave by Jehu, 2 Kings 9. changed. 10. Seventy Sons more of his were slave by the men of Samaria, At the command of Jehu. and v. 17. When he Come to Samaria, he slew all that remained to Ahab in Samaria, till he had destroyed him, according to the saying of the Lord, which he spoke to Elijah. n1 crd pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, crd n2 crd n2. crd crd n2 dc pp-f png31 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cc n1 crd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, pns31 vvd d cst vvd p-acp np1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn pno31, vvg p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8083 Jehu succeedeth in the Kingdom, he slew the Priests, and worshippers of Baal; and turned the house of Baal into a draught-house, 2 Kings 10.25, 26, 27, 28. For this God rewardeth both him and his posterity, with a Crown and a Throne, 2 Kings 10.30. Jehu succeedeth in the Kingdom, he slew the Priests, and worshippers of Baal; and turned the house of Baal into a draughthouse, 2 Kings 10.25, 26, 27, 28. For this God Rewardeth both him and his posterity, with a Crown and a Throne, 2 Kings 10.30. np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vvd dt n2, cc n2 pp-f np1; cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, crd n2 crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp d np1 vvz av-d pno31 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, crd n2 crd. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8084 But he yet kept up the idolatry of Jeroboam, 2 Kings 10.29. for this, God not only punished him, in his life time, 2 Kings 10.32, 33. But threatens to avenge the blood of Jesreel upon the house of Jehu. Hosea 1.4. which came to pass an hundred years after, in the fourth Generation. But he yet kept up the idolatry of Jeroboam, 2 Kings 10.29. for this, God not only punished him, in his life time, 2 Kings 10.32, 33. But threatens to avenge the blood of Jesreel upon the house of Jehu. Hosea 1.4. which Come to pass an hundred Years After, in the fourth Generation. p-acp pns31 av vvd a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n2 crd. p-acp d, np1 xx av-j vvn pno31, p-acp po31 n1 n1, crd n2 crd, crd p-acp vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd. r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi dt crd n2 a-acp, p-acp dt ord n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8085 Jehoahaz Jehu's son reigned 17 years. Joash his son reigned 16 years. Jehoahaz Jehu's son reigned 17 Years. Joash his son reigned 16 Years. np1 npg1 n1 vvd crd n2. n1 po31 n1 vvd crd n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8086 Jeroboam his son reigned 41 years, which added to 28 years Jehu reigned, makes a 102 years. Jeroboam his son reigned 41 Years, which added to 28 Years Jehu reigned, makes a 102 Years. np1 po31 n1 vvd crd n2, r-crq vvd p-acp crd n2 np1 vvd, vvz dt crd n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8087 Now you know, the service Jehu did, was in the beginning of his reign. Now you know, the service Jehu did, was in the beginning of his Reign. av pn22 vvb, dt n1 np1 vdd, vbds p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8088 Thus you see this was Gods constant course of Providence, with the several families of the Kings of Israel. For the sin of Eli, 1 Sam. 2.27. God threatneth him, that because he had honoured his sons above God. Thus you see this was God's constant course of Providence, with the several families of the Kings of Israel. For the since of Eli, 1 Sam. 2.27. God threatens him, that Because he had honoured his Sons above God. av pn22 vvb d vbds npg1 j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. np1 vvz pno31, cst c-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n2 p-acp np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8089 v. 29. He would cut off his arm, and the arm of his fathers house; that there should not be an old man in his house. v. 29. He would Cut off his arm, and the arm of his Father's house; that there should not be an old man in his house. n1 crd pns31 vmd vvi a-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1; cst a-acp vmd xx vbi dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8090 v. 33. And all the increase of his house should die in the flower of their age. v. 33. And all the increase of his house should die in the flower of their age. n1 crd cc d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8091 Christ bids those that mourned for him, to weep for themselves, and their children. In short, the proof of this is very full from Scripture. christ bids those that mourned for him, to weep for themselves, and their children. In short, the proof of this is very full from Scripture. np1 vvz d cst vvd p-acp pno31, pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, cc po32 n2. p-acp j, dt n1 pp-f d vbz av j p-acp n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 412
8092 And we shall find this done, not only in natural Relates and Correlates; Such are Fathers and Children, of which I have given you plentiful instances; And we shall find this done, not only in natural Relates and Correlates; Such Are Father's and Children, of which I have given you plentiful instances; cc pns12 vmb vvi d vdn, xx av-j p-acp j vvz cc n2; d vbr n2 cc n2, pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb vvn pn22 j n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8093 but in such as are moral Relations. Sometimes we shall find the people punished for the Rulers sin. Thus it was in the case of David, he numbred the people, the people were plagued for it. but in such as Are moral Relations. Sometime we shall find the people punished for the Rulers since. Thus it was in the case of David, he numbered the people, the people were plagued for it. cc-acp p-acp d c-acp vbr j n2. av pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n2 n1. av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vvd dt n1, dt n1 vbdr vvn p-acp pn31. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8094 So in the case of Jeroboam, and Baasha, and Ahab; they set up their idolatry; the people were destroyed, Hosea 5.11. Ephraim is oppressed, and broken in judgement, because he willingly walked after the Commandment, (a Text worth the studying by many Divines in our age). So in the case of Jeroboam, and Baasha, and Ahab; they Set up their idolatry; the people were destroyed, Hosea 5.11. Ephraim is oppressed, and broken in judgement, Because he willingly walked After the Commandment, (a Text worth the studying by many Divines in our age). av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1, cc np1; pns32 vvd a-acp po32 n1; dt n1 vbdr vvn, np1 crd. np1 vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvd p-acp dt n1, (dt n1 n1 dt vvg p-acp d n2-jn p-acp po12 n1). (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8095 The famine in Davids time, 2 Sam. 21.1. came for Saul, and his bloody house; and ten of his sons must be haned to attone God. The famine in Davids time, 2 Sam. 21.1. Come for Saul, and his bloody house; and ten of his Sons must be haned to atone God. dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, crd np1 crd. vvd p-acp np1, cc po31 j n1; cc crd pp-f po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8096 Again, you shall find it done, when the original guilt was in the people: this was the case of the Israelites, when they made the Golden-calf, Exod. 32.22. Again, you shall find it done, when the original guilt was in the people: this was the case of the Israelites, when they made the Golden-calf, Exod 32.22. av, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 vdn, c-crq dt j-jn n1 vbds p-acp dt n1: d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np2, c-crq pns32 vvd dt n1, np1 crd. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8097 And when they murmured, at the report brought up by the Spies, Num. 14.33. The judgement extended to near 40 years. And when they murmured, At the report brought up by the Spies, Num. 14.33. The judgement extended to near 40 Years. cc c-crq pns32 vvd, p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2, np1 crd. dt n1 vvn p-acp av-j crd n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8098 This is a tremendous motion of Providence, it may not therefore be out of my way to enquire, This is a tremendous motion of Providence, it may not Therefore be out of my Way to inquire, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb xx av vbi av pp-f po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, (36) sermon (DIV3) 786 Page 413
8099 1. What sins those are, which God doth ordinarily thus revenge on Correlates? 2. How far this Vengeance doth extend? 1. What Sins those Are, which God does ordinarily thus revenge on Correlates? 2. How Far this Vengeance does extend? crd q-crq vvz d vbr, r-crq np1 vdz av-j av vvi p-acp n2? crd c-crq av-j d n1 vdz vvi? (36) sermon (DIV3) 787 Page 413
8100 3. How this is reconcileable to the justice and goodness of God, and the revelation of his will? 3. How this is reconcilable to the Justice and Goodness of God, and the Revelation of his will? crd q-crq d vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? (36) sermon (DIV3) 789 Page 413
8101 1. As to the first, it is hard to say, what sins God may not thus revenge. 1. As to the First, it is hard to say, what Sins God may not thus revenge. crd p-acp p-acp dt ord, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, r-crq n2 np1 vmb xx av vvi. (36) sermon (DIV3) 790 Page 413
8102 Eli was thus (as you have heard) punished in his posterity, for not duly punishing his Sons; David for numbring the people: but the more eminent sins, which you read of in Scripture thus punished, are; Eli was thus (as you have herd) punished in his posterity, for not duly punishing his Sons; David for numbering the people: but the more eminent Sins, which you read of in Scripture thus punished, Are; np1 vbds av (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vvn p-acp po31 n1, c-acp xx av-jn vvg po31 n2; np1 p-acp vvg dt n1: p-acp dt av-dc j n2, r-crq pn22 vvb pp-f p-acp n1 av vvn, vbr; (36) sermon (DIV3) 790 Page 413
8103 1. Corruption in the worship of God, and especially Idolatry, (which is the highest sin in that kind) This is verified in the instance of the punishment, 1. Corruption in the worship of God, and especially Idolatry, (which is the highest since in that kind) This is verified in the instance of the punishment, crd n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av-j n1, (r-crq vbz dt js n1 p-acp d n1) d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 791 Page 413
8104 for the Calf made by Aaron at the importunity of the people, Exod. 32. and in all the cases of the Kings of Israel, before mentioned. for the Calf made by Aaron At the importunity of the people, Exod 32. and in all the cases of the Kings of Israel, before mentioned. p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd cc p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, a-acp vvn. (36) sermon (DIV3) 791 Page 413
8105 Princes were punished for it, not only personally, but in their families; and the people too, for willingly walking after the commandment. Princes were punished for it, not only personally, but in their families; and the people too, for willingly walking After the Commandment. ng1 vbr vvn p-acp pn31, xx av-j av-j, cc-acp p-acp po32 n2; cc dt n1 av, c-acp av-j vvg p-acp dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 791 Page 413
8106 The worship of God is a very tender thing; and God more severely punisheth no sin, than he doth corruptions in that. The worship of God is a very tender thing; and God more severely Punisheth no since, than he does corruptions in that. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt av j n1; cc np1 av-dc av-j vvz dx n1, cs pns31 vdz n2 p-acp d. (36) sermon (DIV3) 791 Page 413
8107 2. Blood, Cruelty and Oppression, and especially the blood of righteous men. God Numb. 35. commands that no satisfaction should be taken for the life of the murderer; 2. Blood, Cruelty and Oppression, and especially the blood of righteous men. God Numb. 35. commands that no satisfaction should be taken for the life of the murderer; crd n1, n1 cc n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f j n2. np1 j. crd n2 cst dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 413
8108 he tells us there, blood polluteth a land, and so, as that it cannot be cleansed, he tells us there, blood polluteth a land, and so, as that it cannot be cleansed, pns31 vvz pno12 a-acp, n1 vvz dt n1, cc av, c-acp cst pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 413
8109 but by the blood of him that shed it. but by the blood of him that shed it. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 cst vvd pn31. (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8110 This was the case of Saul, he had shed the blood of the Gibeonites; for this, vengeance came in a famine upon all Israel, and particularly upon his family. This was the case of Saul, he had shed the blood of the Gibeonites; for this, vengeance Come in a famine upon all Israel, and particularly upon his family. d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt np1; p-acp d, n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d np1, cc av-jn p-acp po31 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8111 This was the case of Ahab also; he had shed the blood of Naboth, and of the Lords Prophets. This was the case of Ahab also; he had shed the blood of Naboth, and of the lords prophets. d vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 av; pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f dt n2 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8112 This was the case of the Jews; This was the case of the jews; d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8113 That (saith our Saviour) upon you may come all the righteous blood shed, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Zechariah; That (Says our Saviour) upon you may come all the righteous blood shed, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Zechariah; cst (vvz po12 n1) p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8114 and the blood of Christ by them shed, lieth upon that whole people unto this day. and the blood of christ by them shed, lies upon that Whole people unto this day. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvd, vvz p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 792 Page 414
8115 But secondly, How far may this Vengeance extend? 1. I answer, Not to the inward man. But secondly, How Far may this Vengeance extend? 1. I answer, Not to the inward man. p-acp ord, c-crq av-j vmb d n1 vvi? crd pns11 vvb, xx p-acp dt j n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 793 Page 414
8116 The spiritual, or eternal punishment of any man consisteth of two Essential parts, the soul and the body; The spiritual, or Eternal punishment of any man Consisteth of two Essential parts, the soul and the body; dt j, cc j n1 pp-f d n1 vvz pp-f crd j n2, dt n1 cc dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8117 both these are capable of punishment, both in this life, and that which is to come: both these Are capable of punishment, both in this life, and that which is to come: d d vbr j pp-f n1, av-d p-acp d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi: (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8118 hence ariseth the distinction of punishment, into that which is Corporal, and that which is Spiritual; that which is Temporal, and that which is Eternal. Now I do not think, that God punisheth the souls of succeeding generations, not going on in the same, hence arises the distinction of punishment, into that which is Corporal, and that which is Spiritual; that which is Temporal, and that which is Eternal. Now I do not think, that God Punisheth the Souls of succeeding generations, not going on in the same, av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cc cst r-crq vbz j; cst r-crq vbz j, cc cst r-crq vbz j. av pns11 vdb xx vvi, cst np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f j-vvg n2, xx vvg a-acp p-acp dt d, (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8119 or equal sins, for the sins of a preceeding generation; or the souls of correlates, for the sins of their Relations. or equal Sins, for the Sins of a preceding generation; or the Souls of correlates, for the Sins of their Relations. cc j-jn n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg n1; cc dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8120 In this sense I take that Text, Ezech. 18.4. The soul that sinneth shall dye: the son shall not bear the iniquity of the father: In this sense I take that Text, Ezekiel 18.4. The soul that Sinneth shall die: the son shall not bear the iniquity of the father: p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb d n1, np1 crd. dt n1 cst vvz vmb vvi: dt n1 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8121 nor the father the iniquity of the child. As also that Jer. 31.29. They shall not use this Proverb, The Fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the childrens teeth are set on edge: nor the father the iniquity of the child. As also that Jer. 31.29. They shall not use this Proverb, The Father's have eaten sour grapes, and the Children's teeth Are Set on edge: ccx dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. c-acp av cst np1 crd. pns32 vmb xx vvi d n1, dt n2 vhb vvn j n2, cc dt ng2 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8122 but every one shall dye for his own sin: but every one shall die for his own since: cc-acp d pi vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8123 but whether that be the strict sense of those Texts or no, I will not dispute: but whither that be the strict sense of those Texts or no, I will not dispute: cc-acp cs d vbb dt j n1 pp-f d n2 cc uh-dx, pns11 vmb xx vvi: (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8124 this seemeth to me a sufficient reason for this determination. Because the soul of the child is no part of the parent. this seems to me a sufficient reason for this determination. Because the soul of the child is no part of the parent. d vvz p-acp pno11 dt j n1 p-acp d n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dx n1 pp-f dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8125 All souls are Gods, and derive immediately from him. One thing which is said by Divines, in maintenance of the justice of God, in this dispensation, is this, That children are the goods of their parents, All Souls Are God's, and derive immediately from him. One thing which is said by Divines, in maintenance of the Justice of God, in this Dispensation, is this, That children Are the goods of their Parents, d n2 vbr n2, cc vvb av-j p-acp pno31. crd n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp n2-jn, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1, vbz d, cst n2 vbr dt n2-j pp-f po32 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8126 and parts of them, flesh of their flesh; and parts of them, Flesh of their Flesh; cc n2 pp-f pno32, n1 pp-f po32 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8127 but it cannot be said so of their souls. Hence it followeth, that none, for the sins of their Parents, but it cannot be said so of their Souls. Hence it follows, that none, for the Sins of their Parents, p-acp pn31 vmbx vbi vvn av pp-f po32 n2. av pn31 vvz, cst pix, c-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8128 or Correlates, is given up to hardness of heart, reprobacy of mind, or vile-affections; or Correlates, is given up to hardness of heart, reprobacy of mind, or vile-affections; cc n2, vbz vvn a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, cc n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8129 nor to any other spiritual wickedness, nor shall any perish eternally for the sins of others. nor to any other spiritual wickedness, nor shall any perish eternally for the Sins of Others. ccx p-acp d j-jn j n1, ccx vmb d vvi av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (36) sermon (DIV3) 794 Page 414
8130 2. For punishments of this life, they may extend to the third and fourth generation, 2. For punishments of this life, they may extend to the third and fourth generation, crd p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 414
8131 even upon those, who do not tread in the steps of their fore fathers, nor approve their sayings. even upon those, who do not tread in the steps of their before Father's, nor approve their sayings. av p-acp d, r-crq vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 n2, ccx vvi po32 n2-vvg. (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 414
8132 You know the words of the second Commandment — visiting the iniquity of the Fathers upon the children, You know the words of the second Commandment — visiting the iniquity of the Father's upon the children, pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1 — vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp dt n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 414
8133 unto the third and fourth generation, of those that hate me. There are that think, that those later words are a limitation upon the former; unto the third and fourth generation, of those that hate me. There Are that think, that those later words Are a limitation upon the former; p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pp-f d cst vvb pno11. pc-acp vbr cst vvb, cst d jc n2 vbr dt n1 p-acp dt j; (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 415
8134 and that God only threatens vengeance to the third and fourth generations, in case those two generations go on to hate God; and that God only threatens vengeance to the third and fourth generations, in case those two generations go on to hate God; cc cst np1 av-j vvz n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n2, p-acp n1 d crd n2 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi np1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 415
8135 and thus the Caldee Paraphrast glosseth, but this will not agree with the Hebrew. I desire you to observe, and thus the Caldee Paraphrast Glosseth, but this will not agree with the Hebrew. I desire you to observe, cc av dt np1 vvd vvz, cc-acp d vmb xx vvi p-acp dt njp. pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, (36) sermon (DIV3) 795 Page 415
8136 1. Those that hate him (in that Commandment) are opposed to them that love him in the same Commandment; 1. Those that hate him (in that Commandment) Are opposed to them that love him in the same Commandment; crd d cst vvb pno31 (p-acp d n1) vbr vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31 p-acp dt d n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 796 Page 415
8137 so that if the threatning be to be limited, only to those children who persist in the hatred of God, the promise also must be expounded only of those thousands that love God: and it would rather have been, that he would shew mercy to the third and fourth generation, of those that love God. so that if the threatening be to be limited, only to those children who persist in the hatred of God, the promise also must be expounded only of those thousands that love God: and it would rather have been, that he would show mercy to the third and fourth generation, of those that love God. av cst cs dt j-vvg vbb pc-acp vbi vvn, av-j p-acp d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 av vmb vbi vvn av-j pp-f d crd d vvb np1: cc pn31 vmd av-c vhi vbn, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp dt ord cc ord n1, pp-f d cst n1 np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 796 Page 415
8138 2. Again, What had there been extraordinary in the commination? God will most certainly punish them that hate him, 2. Again, What had there been extraordinary in the commination? God will most Certainly Punish them that hate him, crd av, r-crq vhd a-acp vbn j p-acp dt n1? np1 vmb av-ds av-j vvi pno32 cst vvb pno31, (36) sermon (DIV3) 797 Page 415
8139 for their personal hatred of him; for their personal hatred of him; c-acp po32 j n1 pp-f pno31; (36) sermon (DIV3) 797 Page 415
8140 certainly God brings it as a further argument to deter men from sin, that he would not only revenge their sins upon them, but upon their posterity. Certainly God brings it as a further argument to deter men from since, that he would not only revenge their Sins upon them, but upon their posterity. av-j n1 vvz pn31 p-acp dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd xx av-j vvi po32 n2 p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 797 Page 415
8141 3. This vengeance is not so necessary or certain, but that by the repentance, and humiliation of a present generation, 3. This vengeance is not so necessary or certain, but that by the Repentance, and humiliation of a present generation, crd d n1 vbz xx av j cc j, cc-acp cst p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8142 though it will at last most certainly come, it may be deferred. though it will At last most Certainly come, it may be deferred. cs pn31 vmb p-acp ord av-ds av-j vvn, pn31 vmb vbi vvn. (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8143 The threatning against Ahab and his posterity was, 1 Kings 21.22, 23. Ahab was a little smitten upon it; The threatening against Ahab and his posterity was, 1 Kings 21.22, 23. Ahab was a little smitten upon it; dt j-vvg p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 vbds, crd n2 crd, crd np1 vbds dt j vvn p-acp pn31; (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8144 God promiseth to defer it, but tells him it should come in his sons days. v. 29. Ahaziah succeedeth him, and dyed by a fall; Jehoram, or Joram succeedeth him: God promises to defer it, but tells him it should come in his Sons days. v. 29. Ahaziah succeedeth him, and died by a fallen; jehoram, or Jhoram succeedeth him: np1 vvz pc-acp vvi pn31, cc-acp vvz pno31 pn31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n2 n2. n1 crd np1 vvz pno31, cc vvd p-acp dt n1; n1, cc np1 vvz pno31: (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8145 then it began to work, Jehu slayeth him, and also all the family of Ahab. God threatned Jeroboam; but because there was good found in his young son Abijam, it fell not on him: 1 Kings 14.7, 8, 9, 16. but in his Grand-childs time it came. then it began to work, Jehu slays him, and also all the family of Ahab. God threatened Jeroboam; but Because there was good found in his young son Abijah, it fell not on him: 1 Kings 14.7, 8, 9, 16. but in his Grandchilds time it Come. cs pn31 vvd pc-acp vvi, np1 vvz pno31, cc av d dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vvd np1; p-acp c-acp a-acp vbds j vvn p-acp po31 j n1 n1, pn31 vvd xx p-acp pno31: crd n2 crd, crd, crd, crd p-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1 pn31 vvd. (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8164 and again, Jer. 31.29, 30. Every one shall dye for his own iniquity; every man that eateth the sowre grape, his teeth shall be set on edge. But I beseech you observe, and again, Jer. 31.29, 30. Every one shall die for his own iniquity; every man that Eateth the sour grape, his teeth shall be Set on edge. But I beseech you observe, cc av, np1 crd, crd d pi vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1; d n1 cst vvz dt j n1, po31 n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. cc-acp pns11 vvb pn22 vvb, (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8146 Hezekiah was thus threatned for shewing the hid treasures to the King of Babylons servants. 2 Kings 20.17. Josiah was his Grand-child, the third generation from Hezekiah; he humbled himself, and God yet deferred it. Hezekiah was thus threatened for showing the hid treasures to the King of Babylons Servants. 2 Kings 20.17. Josiah was his Grandchild, the third generation from Hezekiah; he humbled himself, and God yet deferred it. np1 vbds av vvn p-acp vvg dt j-vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2. crd n2 crd. np1 vbds po31 n1, dt ord n1 p-acp np1; pns31 vvd px31, cc np1 av vvd pn31. (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8147 Thus we find vengeance of this nature coming on Jeroboam, in the second generation; upon Ahab, in the third; Thus we find vengeance of this nature coming on Jeroboam, in the second generation; upon Ahab, in the third; av pns12 vvb n1 pp-f d n1 vvg p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord n1; p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord; (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8148 upon Hezekiah, in the fifth or sixth generation. upon Hezekiah, in the fifth or sixth generation. p-acp np1, p-acp dt ord cc ord n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8149 We find this vengeance taken off from Abijam, by some good thing found in him, put off in Ahabs time by his (though hypocritical) humiliation, by Josiahs real humiliation. We find this vengeance taken off from Abijah, by Some good thing found in him, put off in Ahabs time by his (though hypocritical) humiliation, by Josiahs real humiliation. pns12 vvb d n1 vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp d j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, vvn a-acp p-acp n2 n1 p-acp po31 (c-acp j) n1, p-acp njp2 j n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 798 Page 415
8150 4. Lastly, When a generation goes on, and continues in their Fathers sins, we find vengeance following them to many generations. 4. Lastly, When a generation Goes on, and continues in their Father's Sins, we find vengeance following them to many generations. crd ord, c-crq dt n1 vvz a-acp, cc vvz p-acp po32 ng1 n2, pns12 vvb n1 vvg pno32 p-acp d n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 415
8151 In that case (saith God) I will not keep silence, but will recompence your iniquities, In that case (Says God) I will not keep silence, but will recompense your iniquities, p-acp d n1 (vvz np1) pns11 vmb xx vvi n1, cc-acp vmb vvi po22 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8152 and the iniquities of your Fathers together, who have burnt incense upon the mountains, and blasphemed me upon the hills; and the iniquities of your Father's together, who have burned incense upon the Mountains, and blasphemed me upon the hills; cc dt n2 pp-f po22 n2 av, r-crq vhb vvn n1 p-acp dt n2, cc vvd pno11 p-acp dt n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8153 therefore will I measure their former work into their bosome, Isaiah 65.6, 7. This was the case of the Jews, Matth. 23.35. They continued shedding the blood of Prophets, and righteous men, and added to it the blood of Christ; and they continued still in their blasphemies against Christ. Therefore will I measure their former work into their bosom, Isaiah 65.6, 7. This was the case of the jews, Matthew 23.35. They continued shedding the blood of prophets, and righteous men, and added to it the blood of christ; and they continued still in their Blasphemies against christ. av vmb pns11 vvi po32 j n1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd, crd d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt np2, np1 crd. pns32 vvd vvg dt n1 pp-f n2, cc j n2, cc vvn p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pns32 vvd av p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8154 They are not in a state indeed, to execute their malice against Christ, and his Gospel; They Are not in a state indeed, to execute their malice against christ, and his Gospel; pns32 vbr xx p-acp dt n1 av, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8155 but their hatred and blasphemy continueth; but their hatred and blasphemy Continueth; cc-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvz; (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8156 and the vengeance of God to this day continueth upon them, and God is this day visiting upon them their iniquities, and the iniquities of their Fathers together. and the vengeance of God to this day Continueth upon them, and God is this day visiting upon them their iniquities, and the iniquities of their Father's together. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc np1 vbz d n1 vvg p-acp pno32 po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8157 And thus much may serve to have spoken concerning the extent of this vengeance. And thus much may serve to have spoken Concerning the extent of this vengeance. cc av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn vvg dt n1 pp-f d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8158 I have but one thing more to do, before I come to the practical application of this observation, that is, to reconcile this motion of Divine Providence, to the justice and goodness of God, I have but one thing more to do, before I come to the practical application of this observation, that is, to reconcile this motion of Divine Providence, to the Justice and Goodness of God, pns11 vhb cc-acp crd n1 av-dc pc-acp vdi, c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cst vbz, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8159 and the revelation of his will in Ezech. 18.4. and other Texts. and the Revelation of his will in Ezekiel 18.4. and other Texts. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1 crd. cc j-jn n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8160 This dispensation, at first view, seemeth not to comport with the justice of God, which must give every man his due, This Dispensation, At First view, seems not to comport with the Justice of God, which must give every man his endue, d n1, p-acp ord n1, vvz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi d n1 po31 n-jn, (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8161 and recompence to every one, according to his work. and recompense to every one, according to his work. cc vvi p-acp d crd, vvg p-acp po31 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8162 Now the work of the Father, is not the work of the Child; how then cometh it to be recompensed to the Child? much less doth it seem to comport with the goodness of God, to visit the iniquity of the Father upon the child; Now the work of the Father, is not the work of the Child; how then comes it to be recompensed to the Child? much less does it seem to comport with the Goodness of God, to visit the iniquity of the Father upon the child; av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1; c-crq av vvz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1? d dc vdz pn31 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8163 and then it seemeth to cross what God hath said, Ezech. 18.4. The soul that sinneth shall dye; and then it seems to cross what God hath said, Ezekiel 18.4. The soul that Sinneth shall die; cc cs pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn, np1 crd. dt n1 cst vvz vmb vvi; (36) sermon (DIV3) 799 Page 416
8165 1. How ready we are to quarrel with God, for what is done every day with men, 1. How ready we Are to quarrel with God, for what is done every day with men, crd c-crq j pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq vbz vdn d n1 p-acp n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 800 Page 416
8166 and no man accuseth it of injustice; and no man Accuseth it of injustice; cc dx n1 vvz pn31 pp-f n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 800 Page 416
8167 to take away the estates of Children, for the treasons of Parents, for the debts of Parents, &c. How ordinarily in war do innocent Children suffer for their Parents? yet as to man the law of God is plain, Deut. 24.16. The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the parents; to take away the estates of Children, for the treasons of Parents, for the debts of Parents, etc. How ordinarily in war do innocent Children suffer for their Parents? yet as to man the law of God is plain, Deuteronomy 24.16. The Father's shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the Parents; pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, av c-crq av-j p-acp n1 vdb j-jn n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2? av c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, np1 crd. dt n2 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, dx vmb dt n2 vbb vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 800 Page 416
8168 every man shall be put to death for his own sin: every man shall be put to death for his own since: d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 800 Page 416
8169 and reason holds much stronger for Gods punishing, even with death, the sin of the parent upon the child. For, and reason holds much Stronger for God's punishing, even with death, the since of the parent upon the child. For, cc n1 vvz d jc p-acp n2 vvg, av p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp, (36) sermon (DIV3) 800 Page 416
8170 1. God can compensate the loss of a temporal life to the child, with an eternal life: this man cannot do. This was Augustines reason. 1. God can compensate the loss of a temporal life to the child, with an Eternal life: this man cannot do. This was Augustine's reason. crd np1 vmb j dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1: d n1 vmbx vdi. d vbds njp2 vvi. (36) sermon (DIV3) 801 Page 416
8171 2. God seeth guilt enough in children, to justifie his vengeance. To man they are innocent: 2. God sees guilt enough in children, to justify his vengeance. To man they Are innocent: crd np1 vvz n1 av-d p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1. p-acp n1 pns32 vbr j-jn: (36) sermon (DIV3) 802 Page 417
8172 yet according to that barbarous custom in war, nothing is more ordinary, than to take away the lives of children, for the fathers faults; yet according to that barbarous custom in war, nothing is more ordinary, than to take away the lives of children, for the Father's Faults; av vvg p-acp d j n1 p-acp n1, pix vbz av-dc j, cs pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt ng1 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 802 Page 417
8173 yet the world doth not much clamour at this. yet the world does not much clamour At this. av dt n1 vdz xx d n1 p-acp d. (36) sermon (DIV3) 802 Page 417
8174 2. The justice of God is sufficiently cleared in this, That God never punisheth any for the sin of their correlate, in whom there is not personal guilt enough, to justifie God in that proceeding. 2. The Justice of God is sufficiently cleared in this, That God never Punisheth any for the since of their correlate, in whom there is not personal guilt enough, to justify God in that proceeding. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp d, cst np1 av-x vvz d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbz xx j n1 av-d, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d n-vvg. (36) sermon (DIV3) 803 Page 417
8175 Every one in his punishment, beareth his own burden, though possibly his sin, and the sin of his father be punished together. Every one in his punishment, bears his own burden, though possibly his since, and the since of his father be punished together. d pi p-acp po31 n1, vvz po31 d n1, cs av-j po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbi vvn av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 803 Page 417
8176 3. Correlates are the goods of their Relations. 3. Correlates Are the goods of their Relations. crd n2 vbr dt n2-j pp-f po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8177 Children are the great portion of Parents, so are people the riches and goods of Princes: Children Are the great portion of Parents, so Are people the riches and goods of Princes: n2 vbr dt j n1 pp-f n2, av vbr n1 dt n2 cc n2-j pp-f n2: (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8178 thus Aquinas solveth this difficulty, Filii sunt res parentum. Thus the learned Rivet saith, children have in them aliquid parentis; indeed that is something more, children are not only the portion, thus Aquinas solveth this difficulty, Sons sunt Rest Parents. Thus the learned Rivet Says, children have in them Aliquid parentis; indeed that is something more, children Are not only the portion, av np1 vvz d n1, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la. av dt j vvi vvz, n2 vhb p-acp pno32 j fw-la; av cst vbz pi dc, n2 vbr xx av-j dt n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8179 and goods of their parents, but they are pieces of their parents, and their parents are punished in them. and goods of their Parents, but they Are Pieces of their Parents, and their Parents Are punished in them. cc n2-j pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp pns32 vbr n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp pno32. (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8180 As David was punished in the death of his first child by Bathsheba. Some may say, this is something, As David was punished in the death of his First child by Bathsheba. some may say, this is something, p-acp np1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ord n1 p-acp np1. d vmb vvi, d vbz pi, (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8181 if children were only punished during the life of their parents; if children were only punished during the life of their Parents; cs n2 vbdr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8182 but how are their parents punished in them when they are dead, before vengeance cometh upon the child? Answ. The fear of it all their life-time is a punishment. but how Are their Parents punished in them when they Are dead, before vengeance comes upon the child? Answer The Fear of it all their lifetime is a punishment. cc-acp q-crq vbr po32 n2 vvn p-acp pno32 c-crq pns32 vbr j, p-acp n1 vvz p-acp dt n1? np1 dt n1 pp-f pn31 d po32 n1 vbz dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8183 2. Is it no punishment to them (though dead) to have their names blotted out? 2. Is it not punishment to them (though dead) to have their names blotted out? crd vbz pn31 xx n1 p-acp pno32 (cs j) pc-acp vhi po32 n2 vvn av? (36) sermon (DIV3) 804 Page 417
8184 4. The goodness of God is seen in this; 4. The Goodness of God is seen in this; crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d; (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8185 That it is a rational means to do good to the parents, and parents are often advantaged by the punishment of the children. David was so, you know. That it is a rational means to do good to the Parents, and Parents Are often advantaged by the punishment of the children. David was so, you know. cst pn31 vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vdi j p-acp dt n2, cc n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. np1 vbds av, pn22 vvb. (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8186 If God will say to the child, I will punish you, and use your punishment to do good to your parents; If God will say to the child, I will Punish you, and use your punishment to do good to your Parents; cs np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cc vvb po22 n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp po22 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8187 what have we to say to it? If we ought to lay down our lives for our brethren (as St. John determines), certainly if God calls children to it, they ought to be willing to lay down their lives for their parents, what have we to say to it? If we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers (as Saint John determines), Certainly if God calls children to it, they ought to be willing to lay down their lives for their Parents, q-crq vhb pns12 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31? cs pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2 (c-acp n1 np1 vvz), av-j cs np1 vvz n2 p-acp pn31, pns32 vmd pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8188 if God impose it upon them. if God impose it upon them. cs np1 vvb pn31 p-acp pno32. (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8189 Debent parentibus hoc officium (saith Augustine). Plutarch disputing the justice of the gods (he was a Heathen, Debent parentibus hoc officium (Says Augustine). Plutarch disputing the Justice of the God's (he was a Heathen, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz np1). np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 (pns31 vbds dt j-jn, (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8190 and that his dialect) in this particular, saith, that Physitians use to bleed the arm for a pain in the head, and by a parity of reason, so excuseth the Divine Justice. and that his dialect) in this particular, Says, that Physicians use to bleed the arm for a pain in the head, and by a parity of reason, so excuseth the Divine justice. cc cst po31 n1) p-acp d j, vvz, cst n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av vvz dt j-jn n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8191 The Parents have been instruments of giving life to the Children; and God giveth Children many advantages for the Parents sake. The Parents have been Instruments of giving life to the Children; and God gives Children many advantages for the Parents sake. dt n2 vhb vbn n2 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp dt n2; cc np1 vvz np1 d n2 p-acp dt ng1 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 805 Page 417
8192 5. In the mean time, if the children be good and holy, their afflictions are but fatherly chastisements: 5. In the mean time, if the children be good and holy, their afflictions Are but fatherly chastisements: crd p-acp dt j n1, cs dt n2 vbb j cc j, po32 n2 vbr p-acp j n2: (36) sermon (DIV3) 806 Page 418
8193 Their deaths do but remove them to a better life, so that they have no wrong, not suffering in their souls, Their death's do but remove them to a better life, so that they have no wrong, not suffering in their Souls, po32 n2 vdb p-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt jc n1, av cst pns32 vhb dx n-jn, xx vvg p-acp po32 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 806 Page 418
8194 nor by eternal punishments for the sins of their parents. nor by Eternal punishments for the Sins of their Parents. ccx p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 806 Page 418
8195 6. Lastly, (saith Augustine) God by this means doth maintain discipline, and keep up his authority and government in states, in the world, in his Church, in particular families. 6. Lastly, (Says Augustine) God by this means does maintain discipline, and keep up his Authority and government in states, in the world, in his Church, in particular families. crd ord, (vvz np1) np1 p-acp d n2 vdz vvi n1, cc vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 807 Page 418
8196 Now who shall deny God the liberty of exercising an act of meer Power and Soveraignty (if it were no more), Now who shall deny God the liberty of exercising an act of mere Power and Sovereignty (if it were no more), av q-crq vmb vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1 (cs pn31 vbdr dx dc), (36) sermon (DIV3) 807 Page 418
8197 when by it a discipline and government is kept up in the Universe, and by it many greater disorders and wickednesses are prevented? Sinners are terrified, when by it a discipline and government is kept up in the Universe, and by it many greater disorders and Wickednesses Are prevented? Sinners Are terrified, c-crq p-acp pn31 dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp pn31 d jc n2 cc n2 vbr vvn? n2 vbr vvn, (36) sermon (DIV3) 807 Page 418
8198 and the thoughts of the miseries their children may feel for their sins, may affright those who would adventure their own skins, and necks, and souls too. and the thoughts of the misery's their children may feel for their Sins, may affright those who would adventure their own skins, and necks, and Souls too. cc dt n2 pp-f dt n2 po32 n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n2, vmb vvi d r-crq vmd vvi po32 d n2, cc n2, cc n2 av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 807 Page 418
8199 I have now done with the Doctrinal part of this Observation, I come to the Practical Application of this discourse. I have now done with the Doctrinal part of this Observation, I come to the Practical Application of this discourse. pns11 vhb av vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 807 Page 418
8200 Ʋse 1. In the first place this may serve to satisfie us as to the Justice of God in the distribution of some rewards of this life to the worst of men; Ʋse 1. In the First place this may serve to satisfy us as to the justice of God in the distribution of Some rewards of this life to the worst of men; j crd p-acp dt ord n1 d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8201 by the rewards of this life, I understand riches, honours, outward prosperity and blessing. by the rewards of this life, I understand riches, honours, outward Prosperity and blessing. p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb n2, n2, j n1 cc n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8202 It is a saying usually imputed to Hierom, Omnis Dives est vel injustus, vel injusti haeres, every rich man is either an unrighteous man, It is a saying usually imputed to Hieronymus, Omnis Dives est vel Unjust, vel Unjust haeres, every rich man is either an unrighteous man, pn31 vbz dt vvg av-j vvn p-acp np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, d j n1 vbz d dt j n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8203 or the son of an unrighteous man. or the son of an unrighteous man. cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8204 I do not know but we may say the contrary, That every prosperous man is either justus aut haeres justi, either himself a good and righteous man, I do not know but we may say the contrary, That every prosperous man is either justus Or haeres Justi, either himself a good and righteous man, pns11 vdb xx vvi cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi dt n-jn, cst d j n1 vbz d fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, d n1 dt j cc j n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8205 or the child of such a one; I mean, not the immediate child, but descended from such a one. or the child of such a one; I mean, not the immediate child, but descended from such a one. cc dt n1 pp-f d dt pi; pns11 vvb, xx dt j n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp d dt pi. (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8206 I will not assert it too universally, but shall refer it to your Observation. I will not assert it too universally, but shall refer it to your Observation. pns11 vmb xx vvb pn31 av av-j, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 p-acp po22 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8207 If you see a leud and wicked man growing great, rich, prospering much in the world; If you see a lewd and wicked man growing great, rich, prospering much in the world; cs pn22 vvb dt j cc j n1 vvg j, j, vvg d p-acp dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8208 observe whether he be not one, who like Jehu, hath not personally done some eminent service for God: observe whither he be not one, who like Jehu, hath not personally done Some eminent service for God: vvb cs pns31 vbb xx pi, r-crq av-j np1, vhz xx av-j vdn d j n1 p-acp np1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8209 so Jehu did, so Assyria did, so Nebuchadnezzar did, he made his Army to do a great service against Tyre. 2. If you cannot find that, enquire if he were not a descendent from some that had done some such service. so Jehu did, so Assyria did, so Nebuchadnezzar did, he made his Army to do a great service against Tyre. 2. If you cannot find that, inquire if he were not a descendent from Some that had done Some such service. av np1 vdd, av np1 vdd, av np1 vdd, pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vdi dt j n1 p-acp vvi. crd cs pn22 vmbx vvi d, vvi cs pns31 vbdr xx dt j p-acp d cst vhd vdn d d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8210 Jeroboam the Son of Joash Jehu's Grandchild, was a naughty man, yet the Kingdom of Israel had no such time of prosperity, as in his Reign: Jeroboam the Son of Joash Jehu's Grandchild, was a naughty man, yet the Kingdom of Israel had no such time of Prosperity, as in his Reign: np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 npg1 n1, vbds dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd dx d n1 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp po31 vvi: (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 418
8211 God did not reward any personal vertue in him, but he rewarded the service which his Grandfather Jehu had done against the house of Ahab. The prosperity therefore of wicked men should not trouble us, God did not reward any personal virtue in him, but he rewarded the service which his Grandfather Jehu had done against the house of Ahab. The Prosperity Therefore of wicked men should not trouble us, np1 vdd xx vvi d j n1 p-acp pno31, cc-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 np1 vhd vdn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 av pp-f j n2 vmd xx vvi pno12, (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 419
8212 nor be a temptation to us: we should only conclude thus: nor be a temptation to us: we should only conclude thus: ccx vbi dt n1 p-acp pno12: pns12 vmd av-j vvi av: (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 419
8213 How much more will the Lord reward his faithful servants, who worship and serve him in truth, and with a perfect heart! How much more will the Lord reward his faithful Servants, who worship and serve him in truth, and with a perfect heart! c-crq av-d av-dc vmb dt n1 vvi po31 j n2, r-crq n1 cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1! (36) sermon (DIV3) 808 Page 419
8214 Ʋse 2. In the second place, This may serve to rectifie the mistakes of those who may be under a temptation to say with David, That they have washed their hands in vain, Ʋse 2. In the second place, This may serve to rectify the mistakes of those who may be under a temptation to say with David, That they have washed their hands in vain, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp j, (36) sermon (DIV3) 809 Page 419
8215 and cleansed their hearts for nothing, or (to allude to the Apostles phrase), We have been fishing all day, and caught nothing. and cleansed their hearts for nothing, or (to allude to the Apostles phrase), We have been fishing all day, and caught nothing. cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp pix, cc (pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 vvb), pns12 vhb vbn vvg d n1, cc vvd pix. (36) sermon (DIV3) 809 Page 419
8216 The error lyeth in your misapprehensions, thinking you have no reward, unless it be made to you personally, yea and sensibly too. The error lies in your misapprehensions, thinking you have no reward, unless it be made to you personally, yea and sensibly too. dt n1 vvz p-acp po22 n2, vvg pn22 vhb dx n1, cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp pn22 av-j, uh cc av-j av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 809 Page 419
8217 1. Is it nothing, that he who feareth God and worketh righteousness is accepted of him? And that you have as to this the continual feast of a good conscience; 1. Is it nothing, that he who fears God and works righteousness is accepted of him? And that you have as to this the continual feast of a good conscience; crd vbz pn31 pix, cst pns31 r-crq vvz np1 cc vvz n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno31? cc cst pn22 vhb p-acp p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 810 Page 419
8218 no recoilings of your own breast, no sowre reflections from thence? surely this is something, you have Christs peace, when-as to the wicked there is no peace. no recoilings of your own breast, no sour reflections from thence? surely this is something, you have Christ peace, When-as to the wicked there is no peace. dx n2 pp-f po22 d n1, dx j n2 p-acp av? av-j d vbz pi, pn22 vhb npg1 n1, j p-acp dt j pc-acp vbz dx n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 810 Page 419
8219 This is a reward unspeakable, passing all understanding. This is a reward unspeakable, passing all understanding. d vbz dt n1 j-u, vvg d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 810 Page 419
8220 2. If your sufferings be any testimony for Christ, are they not rewards in themselves? doth not the Lord honour that person whom he calleth out to be a witness for his name? few are called to suffer for Christ. 2. If your sufferings be any testimony for christ, Are they not rewards in themselves? does not the Lord honour that person whom he calls out to be a witness for his name? few Are called to suffer for christ. crd cs po22 n2 vbb d n1 p-acp np1, vbr pns32 xx n2 p-acp px32? vdz xx dt n1 n1 cst n1 r-crq pns31 vvz av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? d vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 811 Page 419
8221 Luther was troubled that God did not think him worthy of such a Crown. Luther was troubled that God did not think him worthy of such a Crown. np1 vbds vvn cst np1 vdd xx vvi pno31 j pp-f d dt n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 811 Page 419
8222 The Apostles rejoyced, that the Lord thought them worthy to suffer for the Name of Jesus Christ. 3. But satisfie thy self; The Apostles rejoiced, that the Lord Thought them worthy to suffer for the Name of jesus christ. 3. But satisfy thy self; dt n2 vvd, cst dt n1 vvd pno32 j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1. crd p-acp vvi po21 n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 811 Page 419
8223 It may be God hath laid up the reward for thy posterity, and thy children, and childrens children, shall possibly reap what thou hast sown: It may be God hath laid up the reward for thy posterity, and thy children, and Children's children, shall possibly reap what thou hast sown: pn31 vmb vbi np1 vhz vvn a-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc po21 n2, cc ng2 n2, vmb av-j vvi r-crq pns21 vh2 vvn: (36) sermon (DIV3) 812 Page 419
8224 be assured, good actions shall not be without their reward, but rewards are not all of a kind; be assured, good actions shall not be without their reward, but rewards Are not all of a kind; vbi vvn, j n2 vmb xx vbi p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp n2 vbr xx d pp-f dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 812 Page 419
8225 no man shall ever say, he hath waited upon the Lord in vain, or sought his face for nothing. no man shall ever say, he hath waited upon the Lord in vain, or sought his face for nothing. dx n1 vmb av vvi, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp j, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp pix. (36) sermon (DIV3) 812 Page 419
8226 Ʋse. 3. This calleth upon us all to take heed of sinning against the living God, especially such sins as I have before instanced in; Ʋse. 3. This calls upon us all to take heed of sinning against the living God, especially such Sins as I have before instanced in; n1. crd np1 vvz p-acp pno12 d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt j-vvg np1, av-j d n2 c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn p-acp; (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 419
8227 there are many arguments to be used to defame sin, and to disswade from it. To them all let this be added, the curse which sin entails upon our posterity: there Are many Arguments to be used to defame since, and to dissuade from it. To them all let this be added, the curse which since entails upon our posterity: a-acp vbr d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. p-acp pno32 d vvb d vbi vvn, dt n1 r-crq n1 vvz p-acp po12 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 419
8228 our sins are sometimes hid with God, and sealed up in a bag, and the vengeance of God for them falls not upon our selves, our Sins Are sometime hid with God, and sealed up in a bag, and the vengeance of God for them falls not upon our selves, po12 n2 vbr av vvn p-acp np1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vvz xx p-acp po12 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 419
8229 but upon those that come after us. but upon those that come After us. cc-acp p-acp d cst vvb p-acp pno12. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 419
8230 Now the force of this argument lyes in that natural affection which every man hath for his posterity: Now the force of this argument lies in that natural affection which every man hath for his posterity: av dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz p-acp d j n1 r-crq d n1 vhz p-acp po31 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8231 he must be a very debauched person that hath no regard to his posterity, every one almost is careful to lay up something for his children, take heed of laying up a treasure of Divine wrath for them. If you will not regard your own bodies, the peace of your own breasts, nor your eternal welfare: he must be a very debauched person that hath no regard to his posterity, every one almost is careful to lay up something for his children, take heed of laying up a treasure of Divine wrath for them. If you will not regard your own bodies, the peace of your own breasts, nor your Eternal welfare: pns31 vmb vbi dt j j-vvn n1 cst vhz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, d crd av vbz j pc-acp vvi a-acp pi p-acp po31 n2, vvb n1 pp-f vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. cs pn22 vmb xx vvi po22 d n2, dt n1 pp-f po22 d n2, ccx po22 j n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8232 yet fear sinning against God, because of the vengeance which may for your sin come upon your posterity. yet Fear sinning against God, Because of the vengeance which may for your since come upon your posterity. av vvb vvg p-acp np1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq vmb p-acp po22 n1 vvb p-acp po22 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8233 It is a terrible Meditation, to consider how many the threatnings of God against children are for the parents sins, Job 5.3, 4. Eliphaz saith, I have seen the foolish taking root, It is a terrible Meditation, to Consider how many the threatenings of God against children Are for the Parents Sins, Job 5.3, 4. Eliphaz Says, I have seen the foolish taking root, pn31 vbz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq d dt n2-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 n2, n1 crd, crd np1 vvz, pns11 vhb vvn dt j vvg n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8234 but suddenly I cursed his habitation: but suddenly I cursed his habitation: cc-acp av-j pns11 vvd po31 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8235 His children are far from safety, and they are crushed in the gate, neither is there any to deliver them. And again, Job 17.5. He that speaketh flattery to his friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail; His children Are Far from safety, and they Are crushed in the gate, neither is there any to deliver them. And again, Job 17.5. He that speaks flattery to his Friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail; png31 n2 vbr av-j p-acp n1, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, av-dx vbz pc-acp d pc-acp vvi pno32. cc av, np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz n1 p-acp po31 n2, av dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vvi; (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8236 the triumphing of the wicked is but short, and the joy of the hypocrite is but for a moment, Job 5.20. vers. 10. His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. And Job 21.19. speaking of the wicked, he saith, God layeth up iniquity for his children. the triumphing of the wicked is but short, and the joy of the hypocrite is but for a moment, Job 5.20. vers. 10. His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. And Job 21.19. speaking of the wicked, he Says, God Layeth up iniquity for his children. dt vvg pp-f dt j vbz cc-acp j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. fw-la. crd po31 n2 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j, cc po31 n2 vmb vvi po32 n2-j. cc n1 crd. vvg pp-f dt j, pns31 vvz, np1 vvz a-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8237 And Job 27.13, 14. This is the portion of a wicked man with God, and the heritage of oppressors which they shall receive from the Almighty. And Job 27.13, 14. This is the portion of a wicked man with God, and the heritage of Oppressors's which they shall receive from the Almighty. cc n1 crd, crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-jn. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8238 If his children be multiplied, it is for the sword, and his off-spring shall not be satisfied with bread. If his children be multiplied, it is for the sword, and his offspring shall not be satisfied with bred. cs po31 n2 vbb vvn, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8239 David, who was a Prophet, and by the spirit of Prophecy, did but see and foretel what should come to pass, having to do with wicked and deceitful men, who, Psal. 109.2, 3, 4, 5. opened their mouths against him, David, who was a Prophet, and by the Spirit of Prophecy, did but see and foretell what should come to pass, having to doe with wicked and deceitful men, who, Psalm 109.2, 3, 4, 5. opened their mouths against him, np1, r-crq vbds dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vdd p-acp vvi cc vvi r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi, vhg p-acp n1 p-acp j cc j n2, r-crq, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd vvd po32 n2 p-acp pno31, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8240 and spake against him with a lying tongue, compassed him about with words of hatred, and fought against him without a cause; and spoke against him with a lying tongue, compassed him about with words of hatred, and fought against him without a cause; cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j-vvg n1, vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8241 for his love were his adversaries, rewarding him evil for good, and hatred for his love; prayeth: for his love were his Adversaries, rewarding him evil for good, and hatred for his love; Prayeth: p-acp po31 n1 vbdr po31 n2, vvg pno31 j-jn p-acp j, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1; vvz: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8242 vers. 9, 10. Let his children be fatherless, and his wife a widow, let his children be continually vagabonds, and beg: vers. 9, 10. Let his children be fatherless, and his wife a widow, let his children be continually vagabonds, and beg: zz. crd, crd vvb po31 n2 vbb j, cc po31 n1 dt n1, vvb po31 n2 vbb av-j n2, cc vvi: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8243 let them seek their bread also out of desolate places. Isa. 14.21. let them seek their bred also out of desolate places. Isaiah 14.21. vvb pno32 vvi po32 n1 av av pp-f j n2. np1 crd. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8244 In the threatning against Babel you find these words, Prepare slaughter for his children, for the iniquities of their fathers, that they do not rise, In the threatening against Babel you find these words, Prepare slaughter for his children, for the iniquities of their Father's, that they do not rise, p-acp dt vvg p-acp np1 pn22 vvb d n2, vvb n1 p-acp po31 n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cst pns32 vdb xx vvi, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8245 nor possess the land, nor fill the face of the world with cities: nor possess the land, nor fill the face of the world with cities: ccx vvi dt n1, ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n2: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8246 and Psal. 137.8, 9. O daughter of Babylon, who art to be destroyed, happy shall he be that rewardeth thee, as thou hast served us: and Psalm 137.8, 9. Oh daughter of Babylon, who art to be destroyed, happy shall he be that Rewardeth thee, as thou hast served us: cc np1 crd, crd uh n1 pp-f np1, r-crq n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, j vmb pns31 vbi cst vvz pno21, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn pno12: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8247 Happy shall he be that taketh and dasheth thy little ones against the stones. Happy shall he be that Takes and dasheth thy little ones against the stones. j vmb pns31 vbi cst vvz cc vvz po21 j pi2 p-acp dt n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8248 The Scripture is full of such prophecies and threatnings, especially in the case of some eminent oppressions or cruelties used by any parents, The Scripture is full of such prophecies and threatenings, especially in the case of Some eminent oppressions or cruelties used by any Parents, dt n1 vbz j pp-f d n2 cc n2-vvg, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp d n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 420
8249 or some eminent corruptions in worship, &c. Now should not this lay a law upon parents, who are so sollicitous for the good and prosperity of their children when they shall not be? God layeth up the iniquities of parents many times for their children. or Some eminent corruptions in worship, etc. Now should not this lay a law upon Parents, who Are so solicitous for the good and Prosperity of their children when they shall not be? God Layeth up the iniquities of Parents many times for their children. cc d j n2 p-acp n1, av av vmd xx d vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr av j p-acp dt j cc n1 pp-f po32 n2 c-crq pns32 vmb xx vbi? np1 vvz a-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 d n2 p-acp po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8250 In short, as there is no man that can provide better for his children, than he that worketh righteousness, In short, as there is no man that can provide better for his children, than he that works righteousness, p-acp j, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 cst vmb vvi av-jc p-acp po31 n2, cs pns31 cst vvz n1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8251 and eminently serveth God in his generation. I never saw the righteous forsaken, saith David, nor their seed begging their bread: and eminently serves God in his generation. I never saw the righteous forsaken, Says David, nor their seed begging their bred: cc av-j vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1. pns11 av-x vvd dt j vvn, vvz np1, ccx po32 n1 vvg po32 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8252 so none can provide worse for their children, than by laying up a stock of sin to be revenged upon them. so none can provide Worse for their children, than by laying up a stock of since to be revenged upon them. av pix vmb vvi av-jc p-acp po32 n2, cs p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8253 Children are bound by law to pay their Fathers debts to man (that often proves heavy); Children Are bound by law to pay their Father's debts to man (that often Proves heavy); n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po32 ng1 n2 p-acp n1 (cst av vvz av-j); (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8254 but this is more dreadful, they often (as to temporal punishments) pay their Fathers debts also to the Justice of God: but this is more dreadful, they often (as to temporal punishments) pay their Father's debts also to the justice of God: cc-acp d vbz av-dc j, pns32 av (c-acp p-acp j n2) vvi po32 ng1 n2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8255 and this by the way sheweth us the high advantage of godly parents, as the disadvantage of those who have had wicked and profane parents; and this by the Way shows us the high advantage of godly Parents, as the disadvantage of those who have had wicked and profane Parents; cc d p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12 dt j n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vhb vhn j cc j n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8256 the former inherit blessing, the latter cursing and judgment, very ordinarily upon the account of their parents. the former inherit blessing, the latter cursing and judgement, very ordinarily upon the account of their Parents. dt j vvi n1, dt d vvg cc n1, av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 813 Page 421
8277 The wickedness of a preceding generation (especially in the matters of Divine Worship) is so far from being a plea for us, The wickedness of a preceding generation (especially in the matters of Divine Worship) is so Far from being a plea for us, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1 (av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1) vbz av av-j p-acp vbg dt n1 p-acp pno12, (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8257 Ʋse 4. This observation calleth aloud to those that are children descended from wicked and ungodly parents, (it may be the case of some that are before me) to be humbled for the sins of their parents and predecessors. Ʋse 4. This observation calls aloud to those that Are children descended from wicked and ungodly Parents, (it may be the case of Some that Are before me) to be humbled for the Sins of their Parents and predecessors. j crd d n1 vvz av p-acp d cst vbr n2 vvn p-acp j cc j n2, (pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr p-acp pno11) pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 cc n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8258 And, 2. To take heed of continuing in the sins of their predecessors. And, 2. To take heed of Continuing in the Sins of their predecessors. cc, crd pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8259 Josia was thus humbled, and the Lord turned away his wrath that it came not upon him, Josia was thus humbled, and the Lord turned away his wrath that it Come not upon him, np1 vbds av vvn, cc dt n1 vvd av po31 n1 cst pn31 vvd xx p-acp pno31, (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8260 though it came upon his posterity, when he was gone to his grave in peace. though it Come upon his posterity, when he was gone to his grave in peace. cs pn31 vvd p-acp po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8261 Daniel in his humiliation, chap 9. vers. 16. forgets not this, Because for our sins, and the iniquity of our fathers, Hierusalem hath been made a reproach. The Church complaineth, Lam. 5.7. Our fathers have sinned, and are not, and we have born their iniquity. daniel in his humiliation, chap 9. vers. 16. forgets not this, Because for our Sins, and the iniquity of our Father's, Jerusalem hath been made a reproach. The Church Complaineth, Lam. 5.7. Our Father's have sinned, and Are not, and we have born their iniquity. np1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd fw-la. crd vvz xx d, c-acp p-acp po12 n2, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, np1 vhz vbn vvn dt n1. dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. po12 n2 vhb vvn, cc vbr xx, cc pns12 vhb vvn po32 n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8262 Is there any here whose heart it may be is otherwise, but they have had a Father or Predecessor, who hath been a cruel bloody man, a persecutor of the People of God, Is there any Here whose heart it may be is otherwise, but they have had a Father or Predecessor, who hath been a cruel bloody man, a persecutor of the People of God, vbz a-acp d av r-crq n1 pn31 vmb vbi vbz av, cc-acp pns32 vhb vhn dt n1 cc n1, r-crq vhz vbn dt j j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8263 an hater and enemy of Religion and Godliness? I would have such a one think, that although his heart be otherwise, an hater and enemy of Religion and Godliness? I would have such a one think, that although his heart be otherwise, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? pns11 vmd vhi d dt pi vvb, cst cs po31 n1 vbb av, (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8264 yet it is possible, his fathers iniquity may be laid up for him. yet it is possible, his Father's iniquity may be laid up for him. av pn31 vbz j, po31 n2 n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp pno31. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8265 The only way to prevent it, and to turn it off, is to get a tender broken heart for thy forefathers sins; The only Way to prevent it, and to turn it off, is to get a tender broken heart for thy Forefathers Sins; dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 a-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j j-vvn n1 p-acp po21 n2 n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8266 to confess them, and to be humbled before the Lord for them. 2. But let all men take heed, that they continue not in them. to confess them, and to be humbled before the Lord for them. 2. But let all men take heed, that they continue not in them. pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. crd cc-acp vvb d n2 vvb n1, cst pns32 vvb xx p-acp pno32. (36) sermon (DIV3) 814 Page 421
8267 You shall observe it often repeated in Scripture; You shall observe it often repeated in Scripture; pn22 vmb vvi pn31 av vvn p-acp n1; (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 421
8268 Such a one did evil, and walked in the steps of his Father, in all the sins of his Fathers, &c. you shall constantly observe that it is set as a mark of dishonour upon those that did so, Such a one did evil, and walked in the steps of his Father, in all the Sins of his Father's, etc. you shall constantly observe that it is Set as a mark of dishonour upon those that did so, d dt crd vdd av-jn, cc vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, av pn22 vmb av-j vvi cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vdd av, (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8269 and they perished in their transgressions. and they perished in their transgressions. cc pns32 vvd p-acp po32 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8270 God (according to what he threatned the Jews, Isa. 65.7.) punished upon them their iniquities, and the iniquities of their fathers together. God (according to what he threatened the jews, Isaiah 65.7.) punished upon them their iniquities, and the iniquities of their Father's together. np1 (vvg p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd dt np2, np1 crd.) vvn p-acp pno32 po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8271 We are very prone to walk in the steps of our Fathers (especially if they have trodden awry, We Are very prove to walk in the steps of our Father's (especially if they have trodden awry, pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 (av-j cs pns32 vhb vvn av, (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8272 and turned aside from the Commandments of God): and turned aside from the commandments of God): cc vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1): (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8273 and usually in matters of Religion, though we have nothing to say for the superstition and vanity of former generations; and usually in matters of Religion, though we have nothing to say for the Superstition and vanity of former generations; cc av-j p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8274 yet we think it a sufficient plea, that our fathers did thus or thus: yet we think it a sufficient plea, that our Father's did thus or thus: av pns12 vvb pn31 dt j n1, cst po12 n2 vdd av cc av: (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8275 and indeed this was the old plea of the woman of Samaria, Joh. 4. Our fathers worshipped in this mountain. and indeed this was the old plea of the woman of Samaria, John 4. Our Father's worshipped in this mountain. cc av d vbds dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd po12 n2 vvn p-acp d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8276 Thus the Heretick said in one of the Councils, but was well answered — Immo errantes ab errantibus; yes, erring children, from erring parents. Thus the Heretic said in one of the Councils, but was well answered — Immo errands ab errantibus; yes, erring children, from erring Parents. av dt n1 vvd p-acp crd pp-f dt n2, cc-acp vbds av vvn — np1 n2 fw-la fw-la; uh, vvg n2, p-acp j-vvg n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8280 but if they go on in the same sins, they have nothing to expect, but that God should punish their sins, but if they go on in the same Sins, they have nothing to expect, but that God should Punish their Sins, cc-acp cs pns32 vvb a-acp p-acp dt d n2, pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cst np1 vmd vvi po32 n2, (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8281 and the sins of their Fathers together. and the Sins of their Father's together. cc dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 av. (36) sermon (DIV3) 815 Page 422
8282 Ʋse 5. In the last place, This observation layeth upon us all a new engagement to holiness and serviceableness to God in the stations in which the Lord hath set us. Ʋse 5. In the last place, This observation Layeth upon us all a new engagement to holiness and serviceableness to God in the stations in which the Lord hath Set us. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vvz p-acp pno12 d dt j n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn pno12. (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8283 As sin entaileth a curse, so holiness and eminent service for God entaileth a blessing to our posterity: As since entaileth a curse, so holiness and eminent service for God entaileth a blessing to our posterity: p-acp n1 vvz dt n1, av n1 cc j n1 p-acp np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po12 n1: (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8284 Godliness hath not only the promise of this life, and of that which is to come to our own persons; Godliness hath not only the promise of this life, and of that which is to come to our own Persons; n1 vhz xx av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1, cc pp-f d r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n2; (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8285 but it hath promises of blessing to those that shall come after us: God sheweth mercy to thousands of those who love him and keep his Commandments. but it hath promises of blessing to those that shall come After us: God shows mercy to thousands of those who love him and keep his commandments. cc-acp pn31 vhz n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi p-acp pno12: np1 vvz n1 p-acp crd pp-f d r-crq vvb pno31 cc vvi po31 n2. (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8286 Jehu was no godly man, yet his service he did for God, procured him a reward to the fourth generation. Jehu was no godly man, yet his service he did for God, procured him a reward to the fourth generation. np1 vbds dx j n1, av po31 n1 pns31 vdd p-acp np1, vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8287 Abraham was a godly man, David a perfect man, a man according to Gods own heart. Abraham was a godly man, David a perfect man, a man according to God's own heart. np1 vbds dt j n1, np1 dt j n1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8288 Blessings for their sakes came upon their posterity to many generations. But I shall add no more to this Observation. Blessings for their sakes Come upon their posterity to many generations. But I shall add no more to this Observation. n2 p-acp po32 n2 vvd p-acp po32 n1 p-acp d n2. p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1. (36) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 422
8289 SERMON XXXIII. Psal. CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXXIII. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 816 Page 423
8290 I Proceed yet to offer you some further Observations concerning the motions of Actual Providence. I have already made many. I Proceed yet to offer you Some further Observations Concerning the motions of Actual Providence. I have already made many. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi pn22 d jc n2 vvg dt n2 pp-f j n1. pns11 vhb av vvn d. (37) sermon (DIV3) 817 Page 423
8291 Last of all, some with reference to its distributions of rewards and punishments. Let me now go on to a Last of all, Some with Referente to its distributions of rewards and punishments. Let me now go on to a ord pp-f d, d p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n2 cc n2. vvb pno11 av vvi a-acp p-acp dt (37) sermon (DIV3) 817 Page 423
8292 Observ. 20. When God calleth any to any new work or relation, he ordinarily giveth them a spirit suited to it. Observation 20. When God calls any to any new work or Relation, he ordinarily gives them a Spirit suited to it. np1 crd c-crq np1 vvz d p-acp d j n1 cc n1, pns31 av-j vvz pno32 dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 818 Page 423
8293 Every work and relation requires some particular dispositions fitting the persons for it. Every work and Relation requires Some particular dispositions fitting the Persons for it. d n1 cc n1 vvz d j n2 vvg dt n2 p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8294 Now I say, you shall observe in the motions of Actual Providence, that it fitteth those persons for work whom God calleth to it: Now I say, you shall observe in the motions of Actual Providence, that it fits those Persons for work whom God calls to it: av pns11 vvb, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, cst pn31 vvz d n2 p-acp n1 ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp pn31: (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8295 you shall see it in several instances. you shall see it in several instances. pn22 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8296 God called Moses to go in to Pharaoh, to require him to let the children of Israel go, God called Moses to go in to Pharaoh, to require him to let the children of Israel go, np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvb, (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8297 and so to conduct the children of Israel out of Egypt. Moses saith to God, Exod. 3.11. Who am I that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring the children of Israel out of Egypt. and so to conduct the children of Israel out of Egypt. Moses Says to God, Exod 3.11. Who am I that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring the children of Israel out of Egypt. cc av pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1. np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd. q-crq vbm pns11 cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp np1, cc cst pns11 vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av pp-f np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8298 God saith, vers. 12. I will be with thee. Again, chap. 4.10. Moses excuseth himself, that he was not eloquent, but slow of speech, and of a slow tongue: God Says, vers. 12. I will be with thee. Again, chap. 4.10. Moses excuseth himself, that he was not eloquent, but slow of speech, and of a slow tongue: np1 vvz, fw-la. crd pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pno21. av, n1 crd. np1 vvz px31, cst pns31 vbds xx j, cc-acp j pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt j n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8299 see what God saith to him, ver. 11. Who hath made mans mouth, or who maketh the dumb, see what God Says to him, ver. 11. Who hath made men Mouth, or who makes the dumb, vvb q-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd r-crq vhz vvn ng1 n1, cc r-crq vvz dt j, (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8300 or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Now therefore, ver. 12. go, and I will be with thy mouth, or deaf, or seeing, or blind? Now Therefore, ver. 12. go, and I will be with thy Mouth, cc j, cc vvg, cc j? av av, fw-la. crd vvb, cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp po21 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8301 and teach thee what thou shalt say. When God called Saul to be King over Israel, the text, 1 Sam. 10.9. saith, That God gave him another heart. and teach thee what thou shalt say. When God called Saul to be King over Israel, the text, 1 Sam. 10.9. Says, That God gave him Another heart. cc vvb pno21 r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi. c-crq np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1, dt n1, crd np1 crd. vvz, cst np1 vvd pno31 j-jn n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8302 When God called David to the Kingdom, what a spirit of government did God give him? What courage and valour, that coming from keeping of sheep, he durst adventure to encounter Goliah? Concerning Solomon the case is plain, 1 King. 3.8, 9. he begged of God a wise and understanding heart to judg his people. When God called David to the Kingdom, what a Spirit of government did God give him? What courage and valour, that coming from keeping of sheep, he durst adventure to encounter Goliath? Concerning Solomon the case is plain, 1 King. 3.8, 9. he begged of God a wise and understanding heart to judge his people. c-crq np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vdd np1 vvi pno31? q-crq n1 cc n1, cst vvg p-acp n-vvg pp-f n1, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp vvb np1? vvg np1 dt n1 vbz j, crd n1. crd, crd pns31 vvd pp-f np1 dt j cc j-vvg n1 p-acp n1 po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 423
8303 The text telleth you, that God gave it him; The text Telleth you, that God gave it him; dt n1 vvz pn22, cst np1 vvd pn31 pno31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8304 Lo (saith God, ver. 12.) I have given thee a wise and understanding heart. Lo (Says God, ver. 12.) I have given thee a wise and understanding heart. uh (vvz np1, fw-la. crd) pns11 vhb vvn pno21 dt j cc j-vvg n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8305 As to the Ministry, the case is plain, as to Jeremiah, God ordained him to be a prophet to the nations. Jer. 1.5. As to the Ministry, the case is plain, as to Jeremiah, God ordained him to be a Prophet to the Nations. Jer. 1.5. c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbz j, c-acp pc-acp np1, np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n2. np1 crd. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8306 Jeremiah excused himself, he was a child, and could not speak, vers. 6. But the Lord said to him, Say not I am a child, Jeremiah excused himself, he was a child, and could not speak, vers. 6. But the Lord said to him, Say not I am a child, np1 vvn px31, pns31 vbds dt n1, cc vmd xx vvi, fw-la. crd p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, vvb xx pns11 vbm dt n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8307 for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee; and whatsoever I command thee, thou shalt speak: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee; and whatsoever I command thee, thou shalt speak: c-acp pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp d cst pns11 vmb vvi pno21; cc r-crq pns11 vvb pno21, pns21 vm2 vvi: (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8308 Be not afraid of their faces, for I am with thee, to deliver thee (saith the Lord); Be not afraid of their faces, for I am with thee, to deliver thee (Says the Lord); vbb xx j pp-f po32 n2, c-acp pns11 vbm p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno21 (vvz dt n1); (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8309 then the Lord put forth his hand, and touched my mouth, and the Lord said to me, then the Lord put forth his hand, and touched my Mouth, and the Lord said to me, av dt n1 vvd av po31 n1, cc vvd po11 n1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno11, (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8310 Behold I have put my words into thy mouth, vers. 7, 8. The like you have concerning Ezekiel, Ezek. 2. The like you find upon Christs sending out the seventy and the twelve. Behold I have put my words into thy Mouth, vers. 7, 8. The like you have Concerning Ezekielem, Ezekiel 2. The like you find upon Christ sending out the seventy and the twelve. vvb pns11 vhb vvn po11 n2 p-acp po21 n1, fw-la. crd, crd dt j pn22 vhi vvg np1, np1 crd dt j pn22 vvb p-acp npg1 n-vvg av dt crd cc dt crd. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8311 It is true, God doth this several ways, and by several rites and ceremonies; It is true, God does this several ways, and by several Rites and ceremonies; pn31 vbz j, np1 vdz d j n2, cc p-acp j n2 cc n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8312 but God never yet call'd any to any new relation, or new work, but he gave them a spirit fit for it. but God never yet called any to any new Relation, or new work, but he gave them a Spirit fit for it. cc-acp np1 av-x av vvd d p-acp d j n1, cc j n1, cc-acp pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1 j p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8313 But let us a little understand what the meaning of that is. Quest. Wherein lyeth the sutableness of a persons spirit to his work or relation? But let us a little understand what the meaning of that is. Quest. Wherein lies the suitableness of a Persons Spirit to his work or Relation? cc-acp vvb pno12 dt j vvi r-crq dt n1 pp-f d vbz. n1. c-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1? (37) sermon (DIV3) 819 Page 424
8314 I answer, It lyes in two things: 1. An inclination, or willingness to it. 2. A fittedness or preparedness for it. 1. An inclination or willingness to it. I answer, It lies in two things: 1. an inclination, or willingness to it. 2. A fittedness or preparedness for it. 1. an inclination or willingness to it. pns11 vvb, pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2: crd dt n1, cc n1 p-acp pn31. crd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. crd dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8315 Indeed Gods first call of a person to a work, doth not always meet with a willing mind, it did not in Moses, in Jeremy, in Saul; but God always makes those willing whom he calls to any service; Indeed God's First call of a person to a work, does not always meet with a willing mind, it did not in Moses, in Jeremiah, in Saul; but God always makes those willing whom he calls to any service; av npg1 ord vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vdd xx p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp np1; p-acp np1 av vvz d j r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8316 Whom shall I send? here am I, send me, saith the Prophet Isaiah. God made Moses and Jeremy willing before he sent them. Whom shall I send? Here am I, send me, Says the Prophet Isaiah. God made Moses and Jeremiah willing before he sent them. r-crq vmb pns11 vvi? av vbm pns11, vvb pno11, vvz dt n1 np1. np1 vvd np1 cc np1 j c-acp pns31 vvd pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8317 The gravity and burthen of the work to which God calleth, may discourage flesh and blood at first, The gravity and burden of the work to which God calls, may discourage Flesh and blood At First, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz, vmb vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp ord, (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8318 but God makes them willing before they take their Commission. but God makes them willing before they take their Commission. cc-acp np1 vvz pno32 j c-acp pns32 vvb po32 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8319 Hence that in Timothy, He that desireth the office of a Bishop, &c. 2. But this is not all; Hence that in Timothy, He that Desires the office of a Bishop, etc. 2. But this is not all; av cst p-acp np1, pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av crd p-acp d vbz xx d; (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8320 God never sendeth any to any work, but he fitteth and prepareth them for it, giving them a frame of spirit, God never sends any to any work, but he fits and Prepareth them for it, giving them a frame of Spirit, np1 av-x vvz d p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp pn31, vvg pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8321 and abilities of mind, capacitating them for the parts of their work, or duties of that relation: and abilities of mind, capacitating them for the parts of their work, or duties of that Relation: cc n2 pp-f n1, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc n2 pp-f d n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8322 several callings require several gifts and endowments. For the magistracy, courage, and wisdom is necessary: several callings require several Gifts and endowments. For the magistracy, courage, and Wisdom is necessary: j n2 vvb j n2 cc n2. p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 vbz j: (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8323 for the ministry is necessary, not only courage and wisdom, but knowledg, utterance, &c. a sound understanding in the holy Scriptures, which he is to open to the people, and apply to their consciences; for the Ministry is necessary, not only courage and Wisdom, but knowledge, utterance, etc. a found understanding in the holy Scriptures, which he is to open to the people, and apply to their Consciences; c-acp dt n1 vbz j, xx av-j n1 cc n1, p-acp n1, n1, av dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2, r-crq pns31 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8324 and so in inferiour relations, even Bezaliel the son of Ʋri, whom the Lord called by name, to the building of the Tabernacle, Exod. 35.31. and so in inferior relations, even Bezaliel the son of Ʋri, whom the Lord called by name, to the building of the Tabernacle, Exod 35.31. cc av p-acp j-jn n2, av np1 dt n1 pp-f np1, ro-crq dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 424
8325 Was filled with the spirit of God in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledg, and in all manner of workmanship, and to devise curious works, to work in gold, Was filled with the Spirit of God in Wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship, and to devise curious works, to work in gold, vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vvi j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8326 and in silver, and in brass, and in the cutting of stones to set them, and in silver, and in brass, and in the cutting of stones to Set them, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8327 and in cutting of wood to make any manner of cunning-work, and God put into his heart to teach others. and in cutting of wood to make any manner of cunning-work, and God put into his heart to teach Others. cc p-acp vvg pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, cc np1 vvd p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n2-jn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8328 Hence it is we see such a strange improvement (as we call it) in gifts and parts, in persons called of God to offices of the magistracy or ministry: Hence it is we see such a strange improvement (as we call it) in Gifts and parts, in Persons called of God to Offices of the magistracy or Ministry: av pn31 vbz pns12 vvb d dt j n1 (c-acp pns12 vvb pn31) p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp n2 vvn pp-f np1 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1 cc n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8329 That once fixed in those relations, there is (as is said of Saul) another spirit given them, they are quite other men, That once fixed in those relations, there is (as is said of Saul) Another Spirit given them, they Are quite other men, cst a-acp vvn p-acp d n2, pc-acp vbz (c-acp vbz vvn pp-f np1) j-jn n1 vvn pno32, pns32 vbr av j-jn n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8330 than they appeared to the world before. than they appeared to the world before. cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 a-acp. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8331 The Actual Providence of God attending persons in new works, and new relations, with new spirits, new gifts and abilities. The Actual Providence of God attending Persons in new works, and new relations, with new spirits, new Gifts and abilities. dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvg n2 p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp j n2, j n2 cc n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 821 Page 425
8332 And indeed this working of Providence seemeth so reasonable, that the contrary cannot be supposed without a blasphemous impeachment of the wisdom of God. And indeed this working of Providence seems so reasonable, that the contrary cannot be supposed without a blasphemous impeachment of the Wisdom of God. cc av d n-vvg pp-f n1 vvz av j, cst dt j-jn vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8333 Which of us unless surprized by our own ignorance, or over-born with some foolish lust or passion of our own, would set any person about our work, that is in nothing fit for it? Indeed our reasonable nature will not allow us wilfully to commit such a mistake; Which of us unless surprised by our own ignorance, or overborne with Some foolish lust or passion of our own, would Set any person about our work, that is in nothing fit for it? Indeed our reasonable nature will not allow us wilfully to commit such a mistake; r-crq pp-f pno12 cs vvn p-acp po12 d n1, cc j p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 d, vmd vvi d n1 p-acp po12 n1, cst vbz p-acp pix j p-acp pn31? np1 po12 j n1 vmb xx vvi pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi d dt n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8334 to suppose ignorance, or any bias of passion in God, were but to blaspheme. to suppose ignorance, or any bias of passion in God, were but to Blaspheme. pc-acp vvi n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vbdr cc-acp pc-acp vvi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8335 Who can without blasphemy say, God hath called a fool to be a magistrate, or a coward to be a soldier, or an ignorant person, that cannot speak, Who can without blasphemy say, God hath called a fool to be a magistrate, or a coward to be a soldier, or an ignorant person, that cannot speak, q-crq vmb p-acp n1 vvi, np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc dt n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, cc dt j n1, cst vmbx vvi, (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
9472 Neither of these (saith that learned Author) is from themselves, for they do not ordain themselves to destruction, Neither of these (Says that learned Author) is from themselves, for they do not ordain themselves to destruction, av-d pp-f d (vvz d j n1) vbz p-acp px32, c-acp pns32 vdb xx vvi px32 p-acp n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
8336 or not speak sense to be a Minister? It is true, Gods gifts are inequally distributed according to the good pleasure of his own will; or not speak sense to be a Minister? It is true, God's Gifts Are inequally distributed according to the good pleasure of his own will; cc xx vvi n1 pc-acp vbi dt vvi? pn31 vbz j, npg1 n2 vbr av-j vvn vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8337 some have greater abilities for magistracy and ministry than others have, and so are more eminently qualified for their work: Some have greater abilities for magistracy and Ministry than Others have, and so Are more eminently qualified for their work: d vhb jc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1 cs n2-jn vhb, cc av vbr av-dc av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8338 but there are none called of God to any employment, but are in such a competent measure qualified for it, but there Are none called of God to any employment, but Are in such a competent measure qualified for it, cc-acp pc-acp vbr pix vvd pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cc-acp vbr p-acp d dt j n1 vvn p-acp pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8339 and the principal acts of it, that they are able to do that work; and the principal acts of it, that they Are able to do that work; cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f pn31, cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vdi d n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8340 and I say, but to suppose the contrary concerning God, were either to suppose, that God was surprized with some ignorance, or biassed with some passion, or did that which no reasonable creature would do. But here ariseth a question. Quest. and I say, but to suppose the contrary Concerning God, were either to suppose, that God was surprised with Some ignorance, or biased with Some passion, or did that which no reasonable creature would do. But Here arises a question. Quest. cc pns11 vvb, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n-jn vvg n1, vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vbds vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1, cc vdd d r-crq dx j n1 vmd vdi. p-acp av vvz dt n1. n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 822 Page 425
8341 How then comes it to pass that we see in the experience of all ages, persons employed in works and relations, by no means, How then comes it to pass that we see in the experience of all ages, Persons employed in works and relations, by no means, c-crq av vvz pn31 pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, n2 vvn p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp dx n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 823 Page 425
8342 nor in any degree qualified for the work of their relations; cometh this without God? Is there any thing which escapeth his Providence? nor in any degree qualified for the work of their relations; comes this without God? Is there any thing which escapeth his Providence? ccx p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; vvz d p-acp np1? vbz a-acp d n1 r-crq vvz po31 n1? (37) sermon (DIV3) 823 Page 425
8343 I answer, We are now speaking, not of the permissions of Providence, but the efficiencies of it. Persons at works, I answer, We Are now speaking, not of the permissions of Providence, but the efficiencies of it. Persons At works, pns11 vvb, pns12 vbr av vvg, xx pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. n2 p-acp n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 425
8344 and in relations, which they are in no measure fit or qualified for, are great evils to the world, and these evils are not in Nations and Cities without Gods permission and sufferance. and in relations, which they Are in no measure fit or qualified for, Are great evils to the world, and these evils Are not in nations and Cities without God's permission and sufferance. cc p-acp n2, r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp dx n1 j cc vvn p-acp, vbr j n2-jn p-acp dt n1, cc d n2-jn vbr xx p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8345 The short of it is this, That sometimes it is in the heart of God to bless and prosper a people, and to vouchsafe his presence amongst them; The short of it is this, That sometime it is in the heart of God to bless and prosper a people, and to vouchsafe his presence among them; dt j pp-f pn31 vbz d, cst av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32; (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8346 when he doth so, he doth accordingly adequate and proportion means in order to that end. when he does so, he does accordingly adequate and proportion means in order to that end. c-crq pns31 vdz av, pns31 vdz av-vvg vvi cc n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8347 For Magistrates, if he doth not give them men according to Gods own heart, such as David and Solomon; yet he gives them such men whom he hath fitted with a sutable spirit to their work, that whatever they be as men, are good governours, men of valour and courage, men of prudence and conduct, that know how to manage affairs of state. For Magistrates, if he does not give them men according to God's own heart, such as David and Solomon; yet he gives them such men whom he hath fitted with a suitable Spirit to their work, that whatever they be as men, Are good Governors, men of valour and courage, men of prudence and conduct, that know how to manage affairs of state. p-acp n2, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 n2 vvg p-acp ng1 d n1, d c-acp np1 cc np1; av pns31 vvz pno32 d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po32 n1, cst r-crq pns32 vbb p-acp n2, vbr j n2, n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, n2 pp-f n1 cc vvb, cst vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8348 When God hath a contrary design to chastise and afflict a people, and to punish men for their sins, he suffers such to come in either by election or succession, as are no ways fitted for the duties of those great relations. When God hath a contrary Design to chastise and afflict a people, and to Punish men for their Sins, he suffers such to come in either by election or succession, as Are no ways fitted for the duties of those great relations. c-crq np1 vhz dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, pns31 vvz d pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp vbr dx n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8349 So for Ministers, when God designeth to grant, and to continue to a people, his presence and blessing, he gives them faithful Ministers, So for Ministers, when God designeth to grant, and to continue to a people, his presence and blessing, he gives them faithful Ministers, av p-acp n2, c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz pno32 j n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8367 as qualifie and capacitate them for the work and relation to which God calleth them: and this he doth by way of efficiency, pouring out his spirit upon such persons; as qualify and capacitate them for the work and Relation to which God calls them: and this he does by Way of efficiency, pouring out his Spirit upon such Persons; c-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno32: cc d pns31 vdz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, vvg av po31 n1 p-acp d n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
9473 nor design the manifestation of the Lords Power and Justice. nor Design the manifestation of the lords Power and justice. ccx vvb dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
8350 and such as are able to teach others, to reveal the whole Counsel of God to them, to speak a word in season to the souls that are weary, to bind up the broken in heart, &c. But when he hath designs to chasten and scourge any people, he suffereth such to get into the Ministry, as are described, Isa. 56.10. and such as Are able to teach Others, to reveal the Whole Counsel of God to them, to speak a word in season to the Souls that Are weary, to bind up the broken in heart, etc. But when he hath designs to chasten and scourge any people, he suffers such to get into the Ministry, as Are described, Isaiah 56.10. cc d c-acp vbr j pc-acp vvi n2-jn, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 cst vbr j, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j-vvn p-acp n1, av cc-acp c-crq pns31 vhz n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n1, pns31 vvz d pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp vbr vvn, np1 crd. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8351 Blind and ignorant watchmen, dumb dogs, that cannot bark, sleeping, lying down to slumber, greedy dogs which can never have enough, shepheards that cannot understand, &c. you have this, Isa. 1.25, 26. And I will turn my hand upon thee, Blind and ignorant watchmen, dumb Dogs, that cannot bark, sleeping, lying down to slumber, greedy Dogs which can never have enough, shepherds that cannot understand, etc. you have this, Isaiah 1.25, 26. And I will turn my hand upon thee, j cc j n2, j n2, cst vmbx vvi, vvg, vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi, j n2 r-crq vmb av-x vhi d, n2 cst vmbx vvi, av pn22 vhb d, np1 crd, crd cc pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8352 and purely purge away thy dross, and take away thy tin; that is, I will return in mercy to thee: and purely purge away thy dross, and take away thy tin; that is, I will return in mercy to thee: cc av-j vvi av po21 n1, cc vvb av po21 n1; cst vbz, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno21: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8353 and what followeth? And I will restore thy Judges as at the first, and thy Counsellors as at the beginning, afterward thou shalt be called the City of righteousness: and what follows? And I will restore thy Judges as At the First, and thy Counsellors as At the beginning, afterwards thou shalt be called the city of righteousness: cc r-crq vvz? cc pns11 vmb vvi po21 n2 a-acp p-acp dt ord, cc po21 n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1, av pns21 vm2 vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8354 and so for the Ministry, Jer. 3.14, 15. God ver. 14. saith, Turn, O back-sliding children (saith the Lord) for I am married unto you, and so for the Ministry, Jer. 3.14, 15. God ver. 14. Says, Turn, Oh backsliding children (Says the Lord) for I am married unto you, cc av p-acp dt n1, np1 crd, crd np1 fw-la. crd vvz, vvb, uh j n2 (vvz dt n1) p-acp pns11 vbm vvn p-acp pn22, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8355 and I will take you one of a City, and two of a tribe, and will bring you to Zion: and I will take you one of a city, and two of a tribe, and will bring you to Zion: cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pi pp-f dt n1, cc crd pp-f dt n1, cc vmb vvi pn22 p-acp np1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8356 and I will give you pastors according to my heart, which shall feed you with wisdom, and with understanding. and I will give you Pastors according to my heart, which shall feed you with Wisdom, and with understanding. cc pns11 vmb vvi pn22 n2 p-acp p-acp po11 n1, r-crq vmb vvi pn22 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8357 So again, Jer. 23.3, 4. vers. 3. And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countreys, whither I have driven them; So again, Jer. 23.3, 4. vers. 3. And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all Countries', whither I have driven them; av av, np1 crd, crd fw-la. crd cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 av pp-f d ng2, c-crq pns11 vhb vvn pno32; (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8358 and will bring them again to their folds, and they shall be fruitful, and increase: and will bring them again to their folds, and they shall be fruitful, and increase: cc vmb vvi pno32 av p-acp po32 n2, cc pns32 vmb vbi j, cc vvi: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8359 and I will set up shepheards over them which shall feed them, and they shall fear no more, and I will Set up shepherds over them which shall feed them, and they shall Fear no more, cc pns11 vmb vvi a-acp n2 p-acp pno32 r-crq vmb vvi pno32, cc pns32 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8360 nor be dismayed, neither shall they be lacking (saith the Lord). nor be dismayed, neither shall they be lacking (Says the Lord). ccx vbi vvn, dx vmb pns32 vbi vvg (vvz dt n1). (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 426
8361 On the contrary when God is in a course of vengeance and judgment against a people; On the contrary when God is in a course of vengeance and judgement against a people; p-acp dt j-jn c-crq np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 427
8362 when God hath forsaken a people, he suffereth a ministry that prophecy lyes, but sends them not, Jer. 27.14, 15. For they prophecy a lye unto you, when God hath forsaken a people, he suffers a Ministry that prophecy lies, but sends them not, Jer. 27.14, 15. For they prophecy a lie unto you, c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1, pns31 vvz dt n1 cst n1 vvz, p-acp vvz pno32 xx, np1 crd, crd c-acp pns32 n1 dt n1 p-acp pn22, (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 427
8363 for I have not sent them (saith the Lord), yet they prophecy a lye in my name: for I have not sent them (Says the Lord), yet they prophecy a lie in my name: c-acp pns11 vhb xx vvn pno32 (vvz dt n1), av pns32 n1 dt n1 p-acp po11 n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 427
8364 see the same, Jer. 14.14, 15. Jer. 23.21, 22. vers. 38. The sum of this discourse is this: see the same, Jer. 14.14, 15. Jer. 23.21, 22. vers. 38. The sum of this discourse is this: vvb dt d, np1 crd, crd np1 crd, crd fw-la. crd dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz d: (37) sermon (DIV3) 824 Page 427
8365 That when the Providence of God is moving in a way of mercy, towards any Nation, Church or Family; he sets persons in relations to them, and calleth them to work in them, whom he hath fitted, That when the Providence of God is moving in a Way of mercy, towards any nation, Church or Family; he sets Persons in relations to them, and calls them to work in them, whom he hath fitted, cst c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1, n1 cc n1; pns31 vvz n2 p-acp n2 p-acp pno32, cc vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8366 and doth fit, for the several parts of their work, with such gifts and graces of his spirit, and does fit, for the several parts of their work, with such Gifts and graces of his Spirit, cc vdz vvi, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n1, p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8368 but when he is proceeding in a way of wrath and judgment against a people, either finally to destroy them, but when he is proceeding in a Way of wrath and judgement against a people, either finally to destroy them, cc-acp c-crq pns31 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, av-d av-j pc-acp vvi pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8369 or severely to chasten them for their iniquities, then he suffereth such Rulers, and such Ministers to be over them, or severely to chasten them for their iniquities, then he suffers such Rulers, and such Ministers to be over them, cc av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po32 n2, cs pns31 vvz d n2, cc d n2 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8370 or such governours in any societies as are no way fit for their work; or such Governors in any societies as Are no Way fit for their work; cc d n2 p-acp d n2 c-acp vbr dx n1 j p-acp po32 n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8371 Rulers that have no wisdom, nor understanding proportioned to their relation, no courage nor valour, no principles of justice and righteousness, Rulers that have no Wisdom, nor understanding proportioned to their Relation, no courage nor valour, no principles of Justice and righteousness, n2 cst vhb dx n1, ccx vvg vvn p-acp po32 n1, dx n1 ccx n1, dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8372 but such as will (as the Prophet Amos expresseth it) sell the needy for a pair of shooes, and the poor for a piece of silver, and suffereth Ministers to rise up and be allowed, that are blind, dumb, ignorant, greedy, indeed not fitted at all for their work, but such as will (as the Prophet Amos Expresses it) fell the needy for a pair of shoes, and the poor for a piece of silver, and suffers Ministers to rise up and be allowed, that Are blind, dumb, ignorant, greedy, indeed not fitted At all for their work, cc-acp d c-acp vmb (c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31) vvb dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vbi vvn, cst vbr j, j, j, j, av xx vvn p-acp d c-acp po32 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8373 or the several parts of it; or the several parts of it; cc dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8374 but only fitted for Gods design, to be a scourge and a plague to the people, amongst whom they go to seduce them, to tear, to rend, and to devour them: but only fitted for God's Design, to be a scourge and a plague to the people, among whom they go to seduce them, to tear, to rend, and to devour them: cc-acp av-j vvn p-acp ng1 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32: (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8375 and this you shall observe to be the constant motion of the Actual Providence of God. and this you shall observe to be the constant motion of the Actual Providence of God. cc d pn22 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8376 And thus I have opened the Observation to you, I come now to the Application. And thus I have opened the Observation to you, I come now to the Application. cc av pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 825 Page 427
8377 Ʋse 1. In the first place, This observation affordeth us another sign of the times. I observed to you before, that we have generally a curiosity to know what shall come to pass in future times, Ʋse 1. In the First place, This observation affords us Another Signen of the times. I observed to you before, that we have generally a curiosity to know what shall come to pass in future times, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vvz pno12 j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2. pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 a-acp, cst pns12 vhb av-j dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 427
8378 how it shall go, to know both what God is doing with his Church in the age wherein we live, how it shall go, to know both what God is doing with his Church in the age wherein we live, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi, pc-acp vvi d r-crq np1 vbz vdg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 427
8379 and what he will do with it in the ages following. and what he will do with it in the ages following. cc r-crq pns31 vmb vdi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n2 vvg. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 427
8380 He that maketh this observation, will in this point be spiritually wise, and will also understand the loving-kindness of the Lord; He that makes this observation, will in this point be spiritually wise, and will also understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord; pns31 cst vvz d n1, vmb p-acp d n1 vbb av-j j, cc vmb av vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 427
8381 yea and by this we may understand what the Counsels of God are (in a great measure) as to families and persons. yea and by this we may understand what the Counsels of God Are (in a great measure) as to families and Persons. uh cc p-acp d pns12 vmb vvi r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr (p-acp dt j n1) c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 427
8382 Observe but what those are whom God sets over them, or suffers to stand in relation to them, Observe but what those Are whom God sets over them, or suffers to stand in Relation to them, vvb p-acp r-crq d vbr r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8383 and you will understand much of this. and you will understand much of this. cc pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f d. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8384 If God intendeth mercy and goodness to any Nation or any Church, he giveth them Judges and Counsellors as at the beginning. If God intends mercy and Goodness to any nation or any Church, he gives them Judges and Counsellors as At the beginning. cs np1 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp d n1 cc d n1, pns31 vvz pno32 n2 cc n2 c-acp p-acp dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8385 Eccl. 10.16, 17. Wo to thee, O Land, when thy King is a Child, and Princes eat in the morning. Ecclesiastes 10.16, 17. Woe to thee, Oh Land, when thy King is a Child, and Princes eat in the morning. np1 crd, crd n1 p-acp pno21, uh n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz dt n1, cc n2 vvb p-acp dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8386 Blessed art thou, O Land, when thy King is the son of Nobles, and thy Princes eat in due season, Blessed art thou, Oh Land, when thy King is the son of Nobles, and thy Princes eat in due season, j-vvn n1 pns21, uh n1, c-crq po21 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2-j, cc po21 n2 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8387 for strength, and not for drunkenness. for strength, and not for Drunkenness. p-acp n1, cc xx p-acp n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8388 Observe but in the state who are in the places of Magistrates, whether they be men of wisdom, and knowledge, of justice, and righteousness, or men of little wisdom, rash and inconsiderate men, men of little knowledge, men that will take bribes, Observe but in the state who Are in the places of Magistrates, whither they be men of Wisdom, and knowledge, of Justice, and righteousness, or men of little Wisdom, rash and inconsiderate men, men of little knowledge, men that will take Bribes, vvb p-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, cs pns32 vbb n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n2 pp-f j n1, j cc j n2, n2 pp-f j n1, n2 cst vmb vvi n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8389 and oppress the poor, and needy in judgment, not suffering the causes of the poor to stand in judgment; and oppress the poor, and needy in judgement, not suffering the Causes of the poor to stand in judgement; cc vvi dt j, cc j p-acp n1, xx vvg dt n2 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8390 and you may easily judge what God is about with that Nation. and you may Easily judge what God is about with that nation. cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi r-crq np1 vbz a-acp p-acp d n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8391 Look into the Church of God, and observe what persons they are, that are in the Ministry: Look into the Church of God, and observe what Persons they Are, that Are in the Ministry: n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb r-crq n2 pns32 vbr, cst vbr p-acp dt n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8392 Whether they be men that are able and faithful to teach, skilled in the words of righteousness, able to open and apply the holy Scriptures to the hearts and Consciences of people, to pray and to pour out their souls unto God in supplications: Whither they be men that Are able and faithful to teach, skilled in the words of righteousness, able to open and apply the holy Scriptures to the hearts and Consciences of people, to pray and to pour out their Souls unto God in supplications: cs pns32 vbb n2 cst vbr j cc j pc-acp vvi, vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n2 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi av po32 n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n2: (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8393 Or men that were Aptiores ad stivam, (as Beza sometimes said). Or men that were Aptiores ad stivam, (as Beza sometime said). cc n2 cst vbdr fw-la fw-la fw-la, (c-acp np1 av vvd). (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8394 I may add, ad cauponam vel tabernam, fitter for a Plow-tail, for an Ale-house, a Tavern, I may add, ad cauponam vel tabernam, fitter for a Ploughtail, for an Alehouse, a Tavern, pns11 vmb vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, jc p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, dt n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8395 or a Victuallinghouse, and it needeth no interpreter to you, what God is about to do with such a Church. or a Victuallinghouse, and it needs no interpreter to you, what God is about to do with such a Church. cc dt n1, cc pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp pn22, r-crq np1 vbz p-acp pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8396 In like manner, look into families, look upon particular persons; observe what manner of persons are in the relations of Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children; In like manner, look into families, look upon particular Persons; observe what manner of Persons Are in the relations of Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children; p-acp j n1, vvb p-acp n2, vvb p-acp j n2; vvb r-crq n1 pp-f n2 vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8397 and you may easily know Gods present design, or what he is after like to do in such families, or as to such persons. and you may Easily know God's present Design, or what he is After like to do in such families, or as to such Persons. cc pn22 vmb av-j vvi npg1 j n1, cc r-crq pns31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vdi p-acp d n2, cc c-acp p-acp d n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8398 Where God intendeth mercy, he fitteth persons for their respective relations in all humane societies. Where God intends mercy, he fits Persons for their respective relations in all humane societies. c-crq np1 vvz n1, pns31 vvz n2 p-acp po32 j n2 p-acp d j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 826 Page 428
8399 Ʋse 2. Hence (again) in the second place, each one may make a judgement of himself, whether God hath called him to this or that work, this or that Relation. A man can have little comfort in any relation, to which he cannot see himself called of God; be it Magistracy or Ministry, or any other Relation, Ʋse 2. Hence (again) in the second place, each one may make a judgement of himself, whither God hath called him to this or that work, this or that Relation. A man can have little Comfort in any Relation, to which he cannot see himself called of God; be it Magistracy or Ministry, or any other Relation, j crd av (av) p-acp dt ord n1, d pi vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f px31, cs np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp d cc d n1, d cc d n1. dt n1 vmb vhi j n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmbx vvi px31 vvn pp-f np1; vbb pn31 n1 cc n1, cc d j-jn n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 428
8400 when we see God calling us to it, we may look for Gods blessing upon us in it, ay and we may, in that case also expect Gods protection; his standing by us, when we see God calling us to it, we may look for God's blessing upon us in it, ay and we may, in that case also expect God's protection; his standing by us, c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vvg pno12 p-acp pn31, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp pn31, uh cc pns12 vmb, p-acp d n1 av vvb npg1 n1; po31 n-vvg p-acp pno12, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 428
8401 and standing up for us against Opposition: now neither of these can in other causes be expected. and standing up for us against Opposition: now neither of these can in other Causes be expected. cc vvg a-acp p-acp pno12 p-acp n1: av dx pp-f d vmb p-acp j-jn n2 vbb vvn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 428
8402 I say, 1. A person called of God to any work, any relation, may reasonably expect the blessing of God upon him in it: I say, 1. A person called of God to any work, any Relation, may reasonably expect the blessing of God upon him in it: pns11 vvb, crd dt n1 vvn pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, d n1, vmb av-j vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31 p-acp pn31: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8403 If he be a Magistrate, that God should make his government peaceable, and prosperous, subduing the people under him; If he be a Magistrate, that God should make his government peaceable, and prosperous, subduing the people under him; cs pns31 vbb dt n1, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n1 j, cc j, j-vvg dt n1 p-acp pno31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8404 and subjecting their spirits to his Government: and subjecting their spirits to his Government: cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp po31 n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8405 If he be a Minister, that God should direct his meditations, assist his heart in enditing new matter, If he be a Minister, that God should Direct his meditations, assist his heart in enditing new matter, cs pns31 vbb dt n1, cst np1 vmd vvi po31 n2, vvb po31 n1 p-acp vvg j n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8406 and his tongue that it should be the tongue of a ready writer, blessing his labours, and his tongue that it should be the tongue of a ready writer, blessing his labours, cc po31 n1 cst pn31 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg po31 n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8407 and giving in to his ministry the souls of the people committed to his charge. and giving in to his Ministry the Souls of the people committed to his charge. cc vvg p-acp p-acp po31 n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8408 He may expect Gods protection and defence of him against the opposition that he meets with. He may expect God's protection and defence of him against the opposition that he meets with. pns31 vmb vvi npg1 n1 cc n1 pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vvz p-acp. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8409 It is a promise you ordinarily meet with annexed to precepts, by which God hath commissioned men to be Ministers. It is a promise you ordinarily meet with annexed to Precepts, by which God hath commissioned men to be Ministers. pn31 vbz dt n1 pn22 av-jn vvi p-acp vvn p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn n2 pc-acp vbi n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8410 I will be with you, it is what God said to Jeremiah, to Ezechiel. What Christ said to his Apostles, I will (saith he) be with you to the end of the world; I will be with you, it is what God said to Jeremiah, to Ezechiel. What christ said to his Apostles, I will (Says he) be with you to the end of the world; pns11 vmb vbi p-acp pn22, pn31 vbz r-crq np1 vvd p-acp np1, p-acp np1. q-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, pns11 vmb (vvz pns31) vbb p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8411 now that promise reacheth to both these, both assistance and protection; and therefore it is of mighty concern to such as ingage in great work, now that promise reaches to both these, both assistance and protection; and Therefore it is of mighty concern to such as engage in great work, av d n1 vvz p-acp d d, d n1 cc n1; cc av pn31 vbz pp-f j vvi p-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp j n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8412 or are put into any great relation, to see Gods call of them to that work or relation; or Are put into any great Relation, to see God's call of them to that work or Relation; cc vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, pc-acp vvi n2 vvb pp-f pno32 p-acp d n1 cc n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8413 without a view of that I again tell you, they can expect the presence of God no way, neither blessing, nor protecting them. without a view of that I again tell you, they can expect the presence of God no Way, neither blessing, nor protecting them. p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst pns11 av vvb pn22, pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dx n1, dx n1, ccx vvg pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8414 Now from this observation upon the motions of Actual Providence you may make up a judgement of that. Now from this observation upon the motions of Actual Providence you may make up a judgement of that. av p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1 pn22 vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8415 Actual Providence fits them for that work and Relation, whom God calleth to it; it doth not fit every one for it, whom it suffereth to creep into it, Actual Providence fits them for that work and Relation, whom God calls to it; it does not fit every one for it, whom it suffers to creep into it, j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1 cc n1, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp pn31; pn31 vdz xx vvi d pi p-acp pn31, r-crq pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8416 but it fits all for their work whom God directs into it, and who are like to be a blessing to their Correlates: but it fits all for their work whom God directs into it, and who Are like to be a blessing to their Correlates: cc-acp pn31 vvz d p-acp po32 n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pn31, cc q-crq vbr av-j pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po32 n2: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8417 and those who cannot find themselves fitted of God for the work and acts of that Relation wherein they are, may conclude, that though they be not in that station without God; yet God hath nothing further to do with them in their station, and those who cannot find themselves fitted of God for the work and acts of that Relation wherein they Are, may conclude, that though they be not in that station without God; yet God hath nothing further to do with them in their station, cc d r-crq vmbx vvi px32 vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f d n1 c-crq pns32 vbr, vmb vvi, cst cs pns32 vbb xx p-acp d n1 p-acp np1; av np1 vhz pix jc pc-acp vdi p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8418 but to permit them to get into it for a plague and scourge to the people, to whom they are in relation, but to permit them to get into it for a plague and scourge to the people, to whom they Are in Relation, cc-acp p-acp vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr p-acp n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8419 and for their own damnation, and confusion at the last. Is any one a Minister, (to instance only in that Relation) he stands most highly concerned of all men living to see his call; (the charge of souls, men will at last find a great and burthensom charge). and for their own damnation, and confusion At the last. Is any one a Minister, (to instance only in that Relation) he Stands most highly concerned of all men living to see his call; (the charge of Souls, men will At last find a great and burdensome charge). cc p-acp po32 d n1, cc n1 p-acp dt ord. vbz d pi dt n1, (p-acp n1 av-j p-acp d n1) pns31 vvz av-ds av-j vvn pp-f d n2 vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1; (dt n1 pp-f n2, n2 vmb p-acp ord vvi dt j cc j n1). (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8420 If he be faithful, he is like to meet with the greatest opposition imaginable in that work, he stands in need of the greatest assistance of God, for the due performance of it: If he be faithful, he is like to meet with the greatest opposition imaginable in that work, he Stands in need of the greatest assistance of God, for the due performance of it: cs pns31 vbb j, pns31 vbz av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js n1 j p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 pp-f dt js n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pn31: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8421 he can look for neither, unless he can find that God hath called him to his work. he can look for neither, unless he can find that God hath called him to his work. pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dx, cs pns31 vmb vvi cst np1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8422 The great acts of the ministerial office, are praying and preaching; praying for the people: The great acts of the ministerial office, Are praying and preaching; praying for the people: dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1, vbr vvg cc vvg; vvg p-acp dt n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 429
8423 Preaching, that is, opening the Scriptures, the will and counsel of God unto people, and applying it to their Consciences. Preaching, that is, opening the Scriptures, the will and counsel of God unto people, and applying it to their Consciences. vvg, cst vbz, vvg dt n2, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc vvg pn31 p-acp po32 n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8424 Wouldst thou know now whether thou beest called of God as Aaron was. Examine then whether God hath fitted thee for the work of the ministry. Wouldst thou know now whither thou Best called of God as Aaron was. Examine then whither God hath fitted thee for the work of the Ministry. vmd2 pns21 vvi av cs pns21 vb2s vvn pp-f np1 p-acp np1 vbds. vvb av cs np1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8460 but they shall judge of the degrees of persons, gifts and abilities, so as to place persons in stations fit for them, but they shall judge of the Degrees of Persons, Gifts and abilities, so as to place Persons in stations fit for them, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2, av c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n2 j p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8425 Hath God given thee the Spirit of prayer, and supplication? hath God given thee a knowledge and understanding in the Scriptures, that thou art (as it was said of Apollos) mighty in the Scriptures; Hath God given thee the Spirit of prayer, and supplication? hath God given thee a knowledge and understanding in the Scriptures, that thou art (as it was said of Apollos) mighty in the Scriptures; vhz np1 vvn pno21 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1? vhz np1 vvn pno21 dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2, cst pns21 vb2r (c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1) j p-acp dt n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8426 such a one a Minister should be. such a one a Minister should be. d dt pi dt n1 vmd vbi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8427 If Gods providence hath given thee a willingness, and a desire to it, and an opportunity for the exercise of it, If God's providence hath given thee a willingness, and a desire to it, and an opportunity for the exercise of it, cs ng1 n1 vhz vvn pno21 dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp pn31, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8428 and hath also thus qualified thee for the several parts of it, then thou mayest conclude, that God hath called thee to it. and hath also thus qualified thee for the several parts of it, then thou Mayest conclude, that God hath called thee to it. cc vhz av av vvn pno21 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31, cs pns21 vm2 vvi, cst np1 vhz vvn pno21 p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8429 It is not a Patrons presentation that will make up the call of God, no nor yet the boldness and confidence of the person that will venture upon the greatest employment the world affords. It is not a Patrons presentation that will make up the call of God, no nor yet the boldness and confidence of the person that will venture upon the greatest employment the world affords. pn31 vbz xx dt ng1 n1 cst vmb vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh-dx ccx av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt js n1 dt n1 vvz. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8430 I say none of these things will do it; I say none of these things will do it; pns11 vvb pix pp-f d n2 vmb vdi pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8431 a mans own needs, and not knowing how to live, may make him willing and desirous, a men own needs, and not knowing how to live, may make him willing and desirous, dt ng1 d av, cc xx vvg c-crq pc-acp vvi, vmb vvi pno31 j cc j, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8432 but they are only the gifts and graces of Gods spirit, that can make a man fit for the Ministry; but they Are only the Gifts and graces of God's Spirit, that can make a man fit for the Ministry; cc-acp pns32 vbr av-j dt n2 cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cst vmb vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8433 and God never sends any to any work, but his Providence fitteth them for it; and God never sends any to any work, but his Providence fits them for it; cc np1 av-x vvz d p-acp d n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vvz pno32 p-acp pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8434 and the same may be said of any other Relations, or of persons employed in any great work. and the same may be said of any other Relations, or of Persons employed in any great work. cc dt d vmb vbi vvn pp-f d j-jn n2, cc pp-f n2 vvn p-acp d j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8435 And as persons imployed in any work or relation, may thus judge of themselves: And as Persons employed in any work or Relation, may thus judge of themselves: cc c-acp n2 vvn p-acp d n1 cc n1, vmb av vvi pp-f px32: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8436 So also their Correlates, to whom they are in relation, may by this means know how to judge of those who are in relation to them, So also their Correlates, to whom they Are in Relation, may by this means know how to judge of those who Are in Relation to them, av av po32 n2, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vbr p-acp n1, vmb p-acp d n2 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi pp-f d r-crq vbr p-acp n1 p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8437 whether they be called of God or no, and be such or no, with whom they can expect the presence of God, whither they be called of God or no, and be such or no, with whom they can expect the presence of God, cs pns32 vbb vvn pp-f np1 cc uh-dx, cc vbb d cc uh-dx, p-acp ro-crq pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8438 and from whom they may expect Gods blessing; and from whom they may expect God's blessing; cc p-acp ro-crq pns32 vmb vvi npg1 n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8439 and this if duly thought upon should strike a terror into men, in places and employments especially relating to the worship of God, and in trust with souls, who are no more qualified for their work, and this if duly Thought upon should strike a terror into men, in places and employments especially relating to the worship of God, and in trust with Souls, who Are no more qualified for their work, cc d cs av-jn vvn p-acp vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, p-acp n2 cc n2 av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr dx av-dc vvn p-acp po32 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8440 than an Ass is for a Fiddle, as we say; than an Ass is for a Fiddle, as we say; cs dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns12 vvb; (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8441 what will these men say, when their Consciences come to arrest them with a what doest thou here without thy wedding-garment? That is, without those gifts and graces, without that heart and spirit, which should have qualified thee for such a work, what will these men say, when their Consciences come to arrest them with a what dost thou Here without thy Wedding garment? That is, without those Gifts and graces, without that heart and Spirit, which should have qualified thee for such a work, q-crq vmb d n2 vvb, c-crq po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt q-crq vd2 pns21 av p-acp po21 n1? cst vbz, p-acp d n2 cc n2, p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn pno21 p-acp d dt n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8442 and which God never faileth to furnish him with, whom he calls to any employment for him. and which God never Faileth to furnish him with, whom he calls to any employment for him. cc r-crq np1 av-x vvz pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d n1 p-acp pno31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8443 Or when they shall come to dye, and have no sweeter reflections of Conscience than this: Or when they shall come to die, and have no Sweeten reflections of Conscience than this: cc c-crq pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi, cc vhb dx jc n2 pp-f n1 cs d: (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 430
8461 and as will be best for the edification of the whole. and as will be best for the edification of the Whole. cc a-acp vmb vbi av-js p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8462 But the caution which I offer you in this branch of Application, if you well consider it, is of great use. But the caution which I offer you in this branch of Application, if you well Consider it, is of great use. p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns11 vvb pn22 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, cs pn22 av vvi pn31, vbz pp-f j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8444 I have these 20, 30, 40 years been Gods scourge and plague to this people, soothing up this people in their sins, blinding their eyes, hardning their hearts, meerly eating up that bread which should have fed other faithful Pastors, who were able to have prayed for them, able to have instructed them, which I have not been. I have these 20, 30, 40 Years been God's scourge and plague to this people, soothing up this people in their Sins, blinding their eyes, hardening their hearts, merely eating up that bred which should have fed other faithful Pastors, who were able to have prayed for them, able to have instructed them, which I have not been. pns11 vhi d crd, crd, crd n2 vbn n2 vvi cc n1 p-acp d n1, vvg a-acp d n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg po32 n2, vvg po32 n2, av-j vvg a-acp d n1 r-crq vmd vhi vvn j-jn j ng1, r-crq vbdr j p-acp vhb vvn p-acp pno32, j pc-acp vhi vvn pno32, r-crq pns11 vhb xx vbn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 431
8445 O the searedness of these mens Consciences; O the dreadful vengeance of God, that hangs over their heads! O the searedness of these men's Consciences; O the dreadful vengeance of God, that hangs over their Heads! sy dt n1 pp-f d ng2 n2; sy dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vvz p-acp po32 n2! (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 431
8446 O the strange quantity of the blood of souls which God will require at these pitiful wretches hands! Oh the strange quantity of the blood of Souls which God will require At these pitiful wretches hands! uh dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n2 n2! (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 431
8447 Let not my soul enter into these mens secrets, let not their portion be mine, O my God! Let not my soul enter into these men's secrets, let not their portion be mine, Oh my God! vvb xx po11 n1 vvi p-acp d ng2 n2-jn, vvb xx po32 n1 vbb png11, uh po11 np1 (37) sermon (DIV3) 827 Page 431
8448 Ʋse 3. But in the third place, Let me caution you, that you do not think that the Providence of God doth alike qualifie every person for the duties of his relation. Ʋse 3. But in the third place, Let me caution you, that you do not think that the Providence of God does alike qualify every person for the duties of his Relation. j crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 n1 pn22, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 828 Page 431
8449 As in the Heavens there are different Stars, and they differ one from another in glory: As in the Heavens there Are different Stars, and they differ one from Another in glory: c-acp p-acp dt n2 a-acp vbr j n2, cc pns32 vvb pi p-acp n-jn p-acp n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 828 Page 431
8450 Every Star is a light, but some give a far greater, and more glorious light than others; Every Star is a Light, but Some give a Far greater, and more glorious Light than Others; d n1 vbz dt n1, cc-acp d vvb dt av-j jc, cc av-dc j n1 cs n2-jn; (37) sermon (DIV3) 828 Page 431
8451 so it is in the Church of God (Ministers, you know, are compared to Stars) they must all be lights; so it is in the Church of God (Ministers, you know, Are compared to Stars) they must all be lights; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (n2, pn22 vvb, vbr vvn p-acp n2) pns32 vmb d vbi n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 828 Page 431
8452 they must all be able to shew light, both in their Doctrine, and also in their Lives; but yet some are more glorious lights than others are, more burning, more shining. they must all be able to show Light, both in their Doctrine, and also in their Lives; but yet Some Are more glorious lights than Others Are, more burning, more shining. pns32 vmb d vbi j pc-acp vvi n1, av-d p-acp po32 n1, cc av p-acp po32 vvz; p-acp av d vbr av-dc j n2 cs n2-jn vbr, av-dc j-vvg, av-dc j-vvg. (37) sermon (DIV3) 828 Page 431
8453 God calleth no man to the Ministry, but they are able to pray, able to preach (he sets no dumb dogs to keep his sheep): God calls no man to the Ministry, but they Are able to pray, able to preach (he sets no dumb Dogs to keep his sheep): np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi, j pc-acp vvi (pns31 vvz dx j n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1): (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8454 he sets none over his people to be their Bishops but they are blameless, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach, not given to wine, no strikers, &c. as in 1 Tim. 3.2, 3, 4. sober, just, holy, temperate, &c. as 1 Titus 7.8. It is little less than Blasphemy, to say God calls a man to pray or preach, that can do none of both; he sets none over his people to be their Bishops but they Are blameless, Sobrium, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach, not given to wine, no strikers, etc. as in 1 Tim. 3.2, 3, 4. Sobrium, just, holy, temperate, etc. as 1 Titus 7.8. It is little less than Blasphemy, to say God calls a man to pray or preach, that can do none of both; pns31 vvz pix p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbi po32 ng1 p-acp pns32 vbr j, j, pp-f j n1, vvn p-acp n1, j pc-acp vvi, xx vvn p-acp n1, dx n2, av c-acp p-acp crd np1 crd, crd, crd j, j, j, j, av p-acp crd np1 crd. pn31 vbz av-j av-dc cs n1, pc-acp vvi np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi, cst vmb vdi pix pp-f d; (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8455 that God calleth Drunkards to teach men sobriety, or unclean persons to teach them chastity, or covetous wretches to teach men hospitality, or liberality. that God calls Drunkards to teach men sobriety, or unclean Persons to teach them chastity, or covetous wretches to teach men hospitality, or liberality. cst np1 vvz n2 pc-acp vvi n2 n1, cc j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 n1, cc j n2 pc-acp vvi n2 n1, cc n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8456 But yet some may be of more eminent gifts for prayer and preaching; some may be more eminent in grace, more exemplary in holiness than others. But yet Some may be of more eminent Gifts for prayer and preaching; Some may be more eminent in grace, more exemplary in holiness than Others. p-acp av d vmb vbi pp-f dc j n2 p-acp n1 cc vvg; d vmb vbi av-dc j p-acp n1, av-dc j p-acp n1 cs n2-jn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8457 God hath several stations for Ministers; some he sets upon Hills, some he placeth in obscure Valleys. God hath several stations for Ministers; Some he sets upon Hills, Some he places in Obscure Valleys. np1 vhz j n2 p-acp n2; d pns31 vvz p-acp n2, d pns31 vvz p-acp j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8458 And indeed herein the Church, I mean the Rulers and Governours of a Church, seem to have a great judgment. And indeed herein the Church, I mean the Rulers and Governors of a Church, seem to have a great judgement. cc av av dt n1, pns11 vvb dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pc-acp vhi dt j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8459 They shall not judge a person fit for the Ministry, that is apparently unfit, not being able to discharge any part of the ministerial work: They shall not judge a person fit for the Ministry, that is apparently unfit, not being able to discharge any part of the ministerial work: pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1 j p-acp dt n1, cst vbz av-j j, xx vbg j pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt j n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 829 Page 431
8482 I have known it the case of some. I have known it the case of Some. pns11 vhb vvn pn31 dt n1 pp-f d. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 432
8463 1. To restrain the unwarrantable judgement, and censures of less knowing, and prudent Christians; 1. To restrain the unwarrantable judgement, and censures of less knowing, and prudent Christians; crd pc-acp vvi dt j n1, cc n2 pp-f dc vvg, cc j np1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8464 who are ready to censure good men of weaker parts, and abilities for the work of praying, who Are ready to censure good men of Weaker parts, and abilities for the work of praying, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi j n2 pp-f jc n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8465 and preaching, as no true Ministers, not called of God to their work. and preaching, as no true Ministers, not called of God to their work. cc vvg, c-acp dx j n2, xx vvn pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8466 Is the person a man of a holy life, and conversation? Is he a person able to pray and preach substantially, though it may be not so fluently, not so floridly as some others, not with that life and affection, not with that learning and clearness of demonstration? Take heed of judging in this case, God distributeth his gifts variously, Is the person a man of a holy life, and Conversation? Is he a person able to pray and preach substantially, though it may be not so fluently, not so floridly as Some Others, not with that life and affection, not with that learning and clearness of demonstration? Take heed of judging in this case, God distributeth his Gifts variously, vbz dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc n1? vbz pns31 dt n1 j p-acp vvb cc vvi av-j, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi xx av av-j, xx av av-j p-acp d n2-jn, xx p-acp d n1 cc n1, xx p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1? vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, np1 vvz po31 n2 av-j, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8467 though always to edification of the whole Church. though always to edification of the Whole Church. cs av p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8468 In his Church there are some Babes, some grown Persons; some that must be fed with milk, others that must have strong meat. In his Church there Are Some Babes, Some grown Persons; Some that must be fed with milk, Others that must have strong meat. p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vbr d n2, d vvn n2; d cst vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, n2-jn cst vmb vhi j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8469 God qualifieth some to give milk to the Babes, others to give meat to stronger ones: God Qualifieth Some to give milk to the Babes, Others to give meat to Stronger ones: np1 vvz d p-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt n2, n2-jn p-acp vvb n1 p-acp jc pi2: (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8470 indeed the wonderful wisdom of God is to be seen in this disproportioning of his gifts to his several Ministers. indeed the wondered Wisdom of God is to be seen in this disproportioning of his Gifts to his several Ministers. av dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8471 We are poor vain creatures, and though blessed be God! some learned men of great reason, We Are poor vain creatures, and though blessed be God! Some learned men of great reason, pns12 vbr j j n2, cc cs vvn vbb np1 d j n2 pp-f j n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8472 and learning are to be found, that can deny themselves in their ministerial work, and preach to the capacity and understanding of poor creatures; and learning Are to be found, that can deny themselves in their ministerial work, and preach to the capacity and understanding of poor creatures; cc n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vmb vvi px32 p-acp po32 j n1, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8473 yet Quotusquis { que } est, he is one of a thousand that we see doing so; yet Quotusquis { que } est, he is one of a thousand that we see doing so; av fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la, pns31 vbz pi pp-f dt crd cst pns12 vvb vdg av; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8474 we are like Pedlars, that think, we must shew all that is in our Pack, though they be little better than gay baubles; we Are like Pedlars, that think, we must show all that is in our Pack, though they be little better than gay baubles; pns12 vbr j n2, cst vvb, pns12 vmb vvi d cst vbz p-acp po12 n1, cs pns32 vbb av-j av-jc cs j n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8475 and confound poor souls, either with our Metaphysical Speculations, or logical ratiocinations, or with our Rhetorical flourishes. God foresaw this vanity in our hearts, and confound poor Souls, either with our Metaphysical Speculations, or logical ratiocinations, or with our Rhetorical flourishes. God foresaw this vanity in our hearts, cc vvb j n2, av-d p-acp po12 j n2, cc j n2, cc p-acp po12 j n2. np1 vvd d n1 p-acp po12 n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8476 and hath therefore graciously provided, restraining the exhibition of his gifts, and not giving unto many abilities to do so; and hath Therefore graciously provided, restraining the exhibition of his Gifts, and not giving unto many abilities to do so; cc vhz av av-j vvn, vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc xx vvg p-acp d n2 pc-acp vdi av; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8477 that if they would, they cannot wrap up the plain truths of God in such mysteries of phrase and reasonings (which are but vain Philosophy), but are forced to speak more plainly and intelligibly to peoples souls; that if they would, they cannot wrap up the plain truths of God in such Mysteres of phrase and reasonings (which Are but vain Philosophy), but Are forced to speak more plainly and intelligibly to peoples Souls; cst cs pns32 vmd, pns32 vmbx vvi a-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n2-vvg (r-crq vbr cc-acp j n1), cc-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j cc av-j p-acp ng1 n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8478 that their preaching neither is, nor can be in the enticing words of mans wisdom, that their preaching neither is, nor can be in the enticing words of men Wisdom, cst po32 vvg av-dx vbz, ccx vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f ng1 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8479 nor in the language of men that are puffed up, but is far more in the evidence and demonstration of the spirit, nor in the language of men that Are puffed up, but is Far more in the evidence and demonstration of the Spirit, ccx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp, p-acp vbz av-j dc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8480 and in the power of God, though less in the insignificant wisdom of men. and in the power of God, though less in the insignificant Wisdom of men. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, a-acp av-dc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 830 Page 432
8481 2. This Caution is useful also to relieve the Consciences of good men, who are often-times troubled under the sense of the disparity and disproportion of their own gifts and parts, to the gifts and parts of others. 2. This Caution is useful also to relieve the Consciences of good men, who Are oftentimes troubled under the sense of the disparity and disproportion of their own Gifts and parts, to the Gifts and parts of Others. crd d n1 vbz j av p-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, r-crq vbr av j-vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 432
8483 Look as it hath been with some Christians, for want of some gifts, which at best have been but common gifts, such as that of Prayer, they have been ready to question whether they have any truth of grace, yea or no. Look as it hath been with Some Christians, for want of Some Gifts, which At best have been but Common Gifts, such as that of Prayer, they have been ready to question whither they have any truth of grace, yea or no. n1 c-acp pn31 vhz vbn p-acp d np1, p-acp n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq p-acp av-js vhb vbn p-acp j n2, d c-acp d pp-f n1, pns32 vhb vbn j pc-acp vvi cs pns32 vhb d n1 pp-f n1, uh cc uh-dx. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8484 So I have known some precious godly Ministers in their melancholick, dark-hours, questioning whether they have not all their life-time invaded the Ministerial function; So I have known Some precious godly Ministers in their melancholic, dark-hours, questioning whither they have not all their lifetime invaded the Ministerial function; av pns11 vhb vvn d j j n2 p-acp po32 j, n2, vvg cs pns32 vhb xx d po32 n1 vvd dt j n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8485 whether ever they were called of God to the work of the Ministry, meerly because they have been conscious to themselves, that they have not had those eminent gifts and parts which they have heard others shew. whither ever they were called of God to the work of the Ministry, merely Because they have been conscious to themselves, that they have not had those eminent Gifts and parts which they have herd Others show. cs av pns32 vbdr vvn pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j c-acp pns32 vhb vbn j p-acp px32, cst pns32 vhb xx vhn d j n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn n2-jn vvi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8486 This trouble is as groundless as the other. God doth not give to all his Ministers, the same proportion of parts and gifts. This trouble is as groundless as the other. God does not give to all his Ministers, the same proportion of parts and Gifts. d n1 vbz a-acp j c-acp dt n-jn. np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d po31 n2, dt d n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8487 Indeed to every one whom he calleth to the Ministry he giveth such a proportion of gifts as shall qualifie them, that they shall be able both to Pray and Preach, Indeed to every one whom he calls to the Ministry he gives such a proportion of Gifts as shall qualify them, that they shall be able both to Pray and Preach, np1 p-acp d crd ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n2 c-acp vmb vvi pno32, cst pns32 vmb vbi j av-d pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8488 so as not be a just loathing to any honest hearts. so as not be a just loathing to any honest hearts. av c-acp xx vbi dt j n-vvg p-acp d j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8489 I will never believe that God hath called any man to the Ministry, who cannot without his Book, upon any occasion pray for the people committed to his trust, I will never believe that God hath called any man to the Ministry, who cannot without his Book, upon any occasion pray for the people committed to his trust, pns11 vmb av-x vvi cst np1 vhz vvn d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmbx p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8490 or for any of them, according to any particular occasion offered him; or that cannot Preach. or for any of them, according to any particular occasion offered him; or that cannot Preach. cc p-acp d pp-f pno32, vvg p-acp d j n1 vvd pno31; cc d vmbx vvi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8491 But this is a most unjustifiable scruple; But this is a most unjustifiable scruple; p-acp d vbz dt av-ds j n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8492 God doth not give gifts alike unto all, no not unto all those whom yet he calls unto his work. God does not give Gifts alike unto all, no not unto all those whom yet he calls unto his work. np1 vdz xx vvi n2 av-j p-acp d, uh-dx xx p-acp d d r-crq av pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 831 Page 433
8493 Ʋse. 4. In the fourth place, This observation may be of great use to relieve the spirits of the people of God, under the temptations of their own fears; Ʋse. 4. In the fourth place, This observation may be of great use to relieve the spirits of the people of God, under the temptations of their own fears; n1. crd p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8494 when God calleth them to Relations and works, to which they do not find such a fitness, when God calls them to Relations and works, to which they do not find such a fitness, c-crq np1 vvz pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vdb xx vvi d dt n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8495 as (possibly) they desire to find, and according to the exactness of the Divine rule ought to be found in persons set in their circumstances. as (possibly) they desire to find, and according to the exactness of the Divine Rule ought to be found in Persons Set in their Circumstances. c-acp (av-j) pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8496 It is a frequent case, and that, 1. With reference to new Relations. 2 To some new work, especially where suffering attends it; It is a frequent case, and that, 1. With Referente to new Relations. 2 To Some new work, especially where suffering attends it; pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc cst, crd p-acp n1 p-acp j n2. crd p-acp d j n1, av-j c-crq n1 vvz pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8497 we often find the spirits of good people disturbed upon both accounts. we often find the spirits of good people disturbed upon both accounts. pns12 av vvi dt n2 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp d n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8498 Some with reference to their duty in their relations, they are afraid they should not honour God in the Relations of Husbands, Wives, Parents, &c. they do not find their spirits suted to it. some with Referente to their duty in their relations, they Are afraid they should not honour God in the Relations of Husbands, Wives, Parents, etc. they do not find their spirits suited to it. d p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr j pns32 vmd xx vvi np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, n2, n2, av pns32 vdb xx vvi po32 n2 vvn p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8499 Some with reference to suffering, they do not find it is given to them on the behalf of Christ to suffer. some with Referente to suffering, they do not find it is given to them on the behalf of christ to suffer. d p-acp n1 p-acp vvg, pns32 vdb xx vvi pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8500 Now in this case truly, I think, two things are to be said. Now in this case truly, I think, two things Are to be said. av p-acp d n1 av-j, pns11 vvb, crd n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn. (37) sermon (DIV3) 832 Page 433
8518 committing themselves unto God, believing that he who hath called them to it, will carry them through it; committing themselves unto God, believing that he who hath called them to it, will carry them through it; vvg px32 p-acp np1, vvg cst pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pno32 p-acp pn31, vmb vvi pno32 p-acp pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8501 1. That in such cases, Nothing but sin on the other hand, can oblige such persons to enter any such relations, 1. That in such cases, Nothing but since on the other hand, can oblige such Persons to enter any such relations, crd cst p-acp d n2, pix cc-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vmb vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi d d n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 433
8502 or to expose themselves to any work. or to expose themselves to any work. cc pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 433
8503 The case may be so that a necessity may be laid on Christians to enter such, and such relations. Thus it may be in the case of publick Relations, in the case of Magistrates and Ministers; The case may be so that a necessity may be laid on Christians to enter such, and such relations. Thus it may be in the case of public Relations, in the case of Magistrates and Ministers; dt n1 vmb vbi av cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d, cc d n2. av pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8504 oftentimes vox populi is vox Dei, the suffrage of the people is the voice God: oftentimes vox People is vox Dei, the suffrage of the people is the voice God: av fw-la fw-la p-acp|dt fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 np1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8505 and so in case of more domestick Relations, there may be a necessity laid upon single persons to marry, to become Husbands, Wives, Parents, Governours of Families; and so in case of more domestic Relations, there may be a necessity laid upon single Persons to marry, to become Husbands, Wives, Parents, Governors of Families; cc av p-acp n1 pp-f dc j-jn n2, pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8506 a necessity from nature, or upon some moral accounts, which may be divers, obedience to Parents, the comfortable support of our selves in the world, &c. and so as to work, there may be a necessity, the work must be done, there is none to do it, I am the person pitched upon, either I must do it or none. a necessity from nature, or upon Some moral accounts, which may be diverse, Obedience to Parents, the comfortable support of our selves in the world, etc. and so as to work, there may be a necessity, the work must be done, there is none to do it, I am the person pitched upon, either I must do it or none. dt n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp d j n2, r-crq vmb vbi j, n1 p-acp n2, dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, av cc av c-acp p-acp vvb, a-acp vmb vbi dt n1, dt n1 vmb vbi vdn, pc-acp vbz pix pc-acp vdi pn31, pns11 vbm dt n1 vvd p-acp, av-d pns11 vmb vdi pn31 cc pix. (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8507 So in case of suffering, either I must suffer, or I must sin against God. This is certain, there can be no necessity of sinning; So in case of suffering, either I must suffer, or I must sin against God. This is certain, there can be no necessity of sinning; av p-acp n1 pp-f vvg, d pns11 vmb vvi, cc pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1. d vbz j, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f vvg; (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8508 in this case there is a necessity of suffering. Here the call of God is plain, necessity imposed upon us is an unquestionable call. in this case there is a necessity of suffering. Here the call of God is plain, necessity imposed upon us is an unquestionable call. p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f vvg. av dt vvb pp-f np1 vbz j, n1 vvn p-acp pno12 vbz dt j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8509 But, I say, supposing no such necessity, but that it is res integra, as we say, we are not urged by any necessity of sinning, I would have none put themselves into any relation, But, I say, supposing no such necessity, but that it is Rest Whole, as we say, we Are not urged by any necessity of sinning, I would have none put themselves into any Relation, p-acp, pns11 vvb, vvg dx d n1, cc-acp cst pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la, c-acp pns12 vvb, pns12 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg, pns11 vmd vhi pix vvd px32 p-acp d n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8510 nor upon any work, nor expose themselves to any suffering, but such as find in themselves an inclination to it, nor upon any work, nor expose themselves to any suffering, but such as find in themselves an inclination to it, ccx p-acp d n1, ccx vvb px32 p-acp d n1, cc-acp d c-acp vvi p-acp px32 dt n1 p-acp pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8511 and some measure of habitual preparation, and qualifications for it; and Some measure of habitual preparation, and qualifications for it; cc d n1 pp-f j n1, cc n2 p-acp pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8512 and it is that, which if I remember right, the generality of Divines do determine in the case of persecution, and the lawfulness of flight in the time of persecution; and it is that, which if I Remember right, the generality of Divines do determine in the case of persecution, and the lawfulness of flight in the time of persecution; cc pn31 vbz d, r-crq cs pns11 vvb av-jn, dt n1 pp-f n2-jn vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8513 advising all, that do not find a spirit within them suted to suffering, to fly from one City to another, where they can do it under such circumstances, advising all, that do not find a Spirit within them suited to suffering, to fly from one city to Another, where they can do it under such Circumstances, vvg d, cst vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32 vvn p-acp vvg, pc-acp vvi p-acp crd n1 p-acp j-jn, c-crq pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp d n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8514 as they shall not be sinners against God for the doing of it. as they shall not be Sinners against God for the doing of it. c-acp pns32 vmb xx vbi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 833 Page 434
8515 But, 2. Where the call of God to them is clear, that is, that they must enter that Relation, they must do that work, they must expose themselves to that suffering, But, 2. Where the call of God to them is clear, that is, that they must enter that Relation, they must do that work, they must expose themselves to that suffering, p-acp, crd c-crq dt vvb pp-f np1 p-acp pno32 vbz j, cst vbz, cst pns32 vmb vvi d n1, pns32 vmb vdi d n1, pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp d n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8516 or they must do that which their Consciences will condemn them for as sinners: or they must do that which their Consciences will condemn them for as Sinners: cc pns32 vmb vdi d r-crq po32 n2 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp p-acp n2: (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8517 here is nothing to be done, but for the souls that are concerned to enter into such Relations, to undertake such work, to expose themselves to such sufferings; Here is nothing to be done, but for the Souls that Are concerned to enter into such Relations, to undertake such work, to expose themselves to such sufferings; av vbz pix pc-acp vbi vdn, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n2; (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8558 but God hath in some measure fitted thee for it; but God hath in Some measure fitted thee for it; cc-acp np1 vhz p-acp d n1 vvn pno21 p-acp pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8519 for the Providence of God doth very ordinarily with a new relation, and new work, give a new spirit. for the Providence of God does very ordinarily with a new Relation, and new work, give a new Spirit. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av av-j p-acp dt j n1, cc j n1, vvb dt j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8520 And experience tells us, that none have gone through a new relation or work, better than those who at first most dreaded it, And experience tells us, that none have gone through a new Relation or work, better than those who At First most dreaded it, cc n1 vvz pno12, cst pix vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, jc cs d r-crq p-acp ord av-ds j pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8521 and distrusted themselves, and trembled most at the apprehensions of it. and distrusted themselves, and trembled most At the apprehensions of it. cc vvd px32, cc vvd av-ds p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8522 You have seen sometimes a Dog, that being about to take the water, hath stood upon the brink, shaking and trembling, who when he hath been tumbled in, You have seen sometime a Dog, that being about to take the water, hath stood upon the brink, shaking and trembling, who when he hath been tumbled in, pn22 vhb vvn av dt n1, cst vbg a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, vhz vvn p-acp dt n1, vvg cc vvg, r-crq c-crq pns31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 434
8523 or of himself leaped in, hath swame through well enough. or of himself leapt in, hath swam through well enough. cc pp-f px31 vvd p-acp, vhz vvd p-acp av av-d. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8524 And abundance of instances might be given of such, as when the Providence of God hath called them to suffering, have stood trembling, and been afraid to venture; And abundance of instances might be given of such, as when the Providence of God hath called them to suffering, have stood trembling, and been afraid to venture; cc n1 pp-f n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f d, c-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp vvg, vhb vvn vvg, cc vbn j pc-acp vvi; (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8525 who when the Providence of God hath thrown them upon the work, and necessitated them to it, who when the Providence of God hath thrown them upon the work, and necessitated them to it, r-crq c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1, cc j-vvn pno32 p-acp pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8526 or when (having got a victory over their own fears), they have adventured upon it, none have behaved themselves, or when (having god a victory over their own fears), they have adventured upon it, none have behaved themselves, cc q-crq (vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp po32 d n2), pns32 vhb vvn p-acp pn31, pix vhb vvn px32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8527 nor been more valiant in the spiritual fight, than they have been: God hath made good his promise to them. nor been more valiant in the spiritual fight, than they have been: God hath made good his promise to them. ccx vbi av-dc j p-acp dt j n1, cs pns32 vhb vbn: n1 vhz vvn j po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8528 When they have been in the waters, God hath been with them; When they have been in the waters, God hath been with them; c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n2, np1 vhz vbn p-acp pno32; (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8529 and when they have been in the fires, God hath been with them, and hath not suffered the waters to drown them, and when they have been in the fires, God hath been with them, and hath not suffered the waters to drown them, cc c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp dt n2, np1 vhz vbn p-acp pno32, cc vhz xx vvn dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8530 nor yet the flames to kindle upon them. nor yet the flames to kindle upon them. ccx av dt n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8531 It is but an ordinary motion of Providence to come in to the help and assistance of, It is but an ordinary motion of Providence to come in to the help and assistance of, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8532 and to fit those for a new work and new relation, whom he hath call'd to it. and to fit those for a new work and new Relation, whom he hath called to it. cc pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt j n1 cc j n1, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8533 Only be sure that in case you find a reluctancy in your own spirits, and you cannot see your call from Gods fitting you, Only be sure that in case you find a reluctancy in your own spirits, and you cannot see your call from God's fitting you, j vbb j cst p-acp n1 pn22 vvb dt n1 p-acp po22 d n2, cc pn22 vmbx vvi po22 n1 p-acp n2 vvg pn22, (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8534 and spiriting you for your relation, or for your work; and spiriting you for your Relation, or for your work; cc vvg pn22 p-acp po22 n1, cc p-acp po22 n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8535 that you see your call from a necessity, which the Providence of God hath imposed on you, that you cannot avoid it without sinning against God. that you see your call from a necessity, which the Providence of God hath imposed on you, that you cannot avoid it without sinning against God. cst pn22 vvb po22 n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmbx vvi pn31 p-acp vvg p-acp np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 834 Page 435
8536 Ʋse 5. In the last place, Doth God ordinarily sute men whom he calleth to any new work, Ʋse 5. In the last place, Does God ordinarily suit men whom he calls to any new work, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vdz np1 av-j n1 n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d j n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8537 or new relation, with a spirit suted to their new capacity? This should engage all men then to co-work with God, using such means as have any natural, moral, or religious tendency, to fit them for the discharge of the trust which God hath reposed in them, or new Relation, with a Spirit suited to their new capacity? This should engage all men then to co-work with God, using such means as have any natural, moral, or religious tendency, to fit them for the discharge of the trust which God hath reposed in them, cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 j n1? d vmd vvi d n2 av p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvg d n2 c-acp vhb d j, j, cc j n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8538 or the work to which God hath called them. or the work to which God hath called them. cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8539 Our relations and works are very various and different, and accordingly there is a great difference of means to be used for the improvement of our selves into a capacity to do the duty of our places. Our relations and works Are very various and different, and accordingly there is a great difference of means to be used for the improvement of our selves into a capacity to do the duty of our places. po12 n2 cc n2 vbr av j cc j, cc av-vvg pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8540 It cannot be expected that I should speak to all, some I will shortly speak unto. It cannot be expected that I should speak to all, Some I will shortly speak unto. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst pns11 vmd vvi p-acp d, d pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8541 Shall God call you, or any of you to the place of a Magistrate? That now is a place and relation, the fitting of a person for which requireth Knowledg, Wisdom, Courage. Shall God call you, or any of you to the place of a Magistrate? That now is a place and Relation, the fitting of a person for which requires Knowledge, Wisdom, Courage. vmb np1 vvi pn22, cc d pp-f pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cst av vbz dt n1 cc n1, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq vvz n1, n1, n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8542 You have heard that when God calleth any person to a place, he usually fitteth them with a spirit for it, You have herd that when God calls any person to a place, he usually fits them with a Spirit for it, pn22 vhb vvn d c-crq np1 vvz d n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 av-j vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8543 as he gave unto Saul another spirit (the Scripture saith) a spirit quite different from what he had when he was a private person. as he gave unto Saul Another Spirit (the Scripture Says) a Spirit quite different from what he had when he was a private person. c-acp pns31 vvd p-acp np1 j-jn n1 (dt n1 vvz) dt n1 av j p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd c-crq pns31 vbds dt j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8544 But you are not now to expect this in a way of Enthusiasm, but in the use of means, reading books, gaining of knowledg, indeavouring to bridle such passions as become no man, But you Are not now to expect this in a Way of Enthusiasm, but in the use of means, reading books, gaining of knowledge, endeavouring to bridle such passion as become no man, p-acp pn22 vbr xx av pc-acp vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vvg n2, vvg pp-f n1, vvg pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp vvb dx n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 435
8545 but are least of all beseeming Magistrates. but Are least of all beseeming Magistrates. cc-acp vbr av-ds pp-f d j-vvg n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8546 Courage indeed is a thing that is hardly got by art, though natural courage be governed and regulated by it; Courage indeed is a thing that is hardly god by art, though natural courage be governed and regulated by it; n1 av vbz dt n1 cst vbz av vvn p-acp n1, cs j n1 vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8547 and often is given by God more immediately, when any whom he hath called to any new relation, hath more especial need of it. and often is given by God more immediately, when any whom he hath called to any new Relation, hath more especial need of it. cc av vbz vvn p-acp np1 av-dc av-j, c-crq d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d j n1, vhz av-dc j n1 pp-f pn31. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8548 But above all, remember the course that Solomon took, when God appeared unto him in Gibeon (upon his taking upon him the government of Israel and Judah): He prayeth unto God, that he would give him a wise and an understanding heart, to judg his people. But above all, Remember the course that Solomon took, when God appeared unto him in Gibeon (upon his taking upon him the government of Israel and Judah): He Prayeth unto God, that he would give him a wise and an understanding heart, to judge his people. p-acp p-acp d, vvb dt n1 cst np1 vvd, c-crq np1 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp np1 (p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1): pns31 vvz p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 dt j cc dt j-vvg n1, p-acp n1 po31 n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8549 O forget not this, hath God called thee to be a Magistrate? and doest thou distrust thy self, O forget not this, hath God called thee to be a Magistrate? and dost thou distrust thy self, sy vvb xx d, vhz np1 vvn pno21 pc-acp vbi dt n1? cc vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8550 lest thou shouldst fail in Wisdom, or in Courage, as to the work of God which in that relation will lye upon thy soul? Remember what God said in some anger to Moses, excusing himself from what God had call'd him to, to go into Pharaoh to speak for the dismission of his people; lest thou Shouldst fail in Wisdom, or in Courage, as to the work of God which in that Relation will lie upon thy soul? remember what God said in Some anger to Moses, excusing himself from what God had called him to, to go into Pharaoh to speak for the dismission of his people; cs pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq p-acp d n1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1? np1 r-crq np1 vvd p-acp d n1 p-acp np1, vvg px31 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8551 and Moses excused himself, saying, Exod. 4.20. O Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: and Moses excused himself, saying, Exod 4.20. Oh Lord, I am not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: cc np1 vvn px31, vvg, np1 crd. uh n1, pns11 vbm xx j, av-dx av, ccx c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn p-acp po21 n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8552 but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue; but I am slow of speech, and of a slow tongue; cc-acp pns11 vbm j pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt j n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8553 and the Lord said unto him, vers. 11. Who hath made mans mouth? or who maketh the dumb, and the Lord said unto him, vers. 11. Who hath made men Mouth? or who makes the dumb, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31, fw-la. crd r-crq vhz vvn ng1 n1? cc q-crq vvz dt j, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8554 or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? Have not I (saith the Lord)? Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, or deaf, or the seeing, or the blind? Have not I (Says the Lord)? Now Therefore go, and I will be with thy Mouth, cc j, cc dt vvg, cc dt j? vhb xx pns11 (vvz dt n1)? av av vvi, cc pns11 vmb vbi p-acp po21 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8555 and teach thee what thou shalt say. and teach thee what thou shalt say. cc vvb pno21 r-crq pns21 vm2 vvi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8556 Remember that and go, and beg of God to supply unto thee, what thou findest wanting in thy self, beg Wisdom of that God, who is only wise, and courage of that God who giveth courage unto man. remember that and go, and beg of God to supply unto thee, what thou Findest wanting in thy self, beg Wisdom of that God, who is only wise, and courage of that God who gives courage unto man. vvb d cc vvi, cc vvb pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, r-crq pns21 vv2 vvg p-acp po21 n1, vvb n1 pp-f d np1, r-crq vbz j j, cc n1 pp-f d np1 r-crq vvz n1 p-acp n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8557 Hath God called thee to the work of the Ministry? and though thou darest not say, Hath God called thee to the work of the Ministry? and though thou Darest not say, vhz np1 vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1? cc cs pns21 vv2 xx vvi, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8559 yet thou feest thou art far short of others, far short of what thou conceivest thou oughtest to be. yet thou feest thou art Far short of Others, Far short of what thou conceivest thou Ought to be. av pns21 vv2 pns21 vb2r av-j j pp-f n2-jn, av-j j pp-f r-crq pns21 vv2 pns21 vmd2 pc-acp vbi. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8560 I have told thee that God useth with his call to a new work, to a new relation, to give a new spirit; I have told thee that God uses with his call to a new work, to a new Relation, to give a new Spirit; pns11 vhb vvn pno21 d n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8561 but it is thy work and duty here to work together with God. but it is thy work and duty Here to work together with God. cc-acp pn31 vbz po21 n1 cc n1 av pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8562 Thus the Apostle exhorteth Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.12, 13, 14. Be thou an example of believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in faith, in purity; Thus the Apostle exhorteth Timothy, 1 Tim. 4.12, 13, 14. Be thou an Exampl of believers, in word, in Conversation, in charity, in faith, in purity; av dt n1 vvz np1, crd np1 crd, crd, crd vbb pns21 dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8563 till I come give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine, neglect not the gift which was given thee by prophecy, &c. Meditate upon these things, give thy self wholly to them. till I come give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to Doctrine, neglect not the gift which was given thee by prophecy, etc. Meditate upon these things, give thy self wholly to them. c-acp pns11 vvb vvi n1 p-acp vvg, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, vvb xx dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn pno21 p-acp n1, av vvi p-acp d n2, vvb po21 n1 av-jn p-acp pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8564 Art thou called to be a Minister? Stir up, neglect not the gift of God which is in thee; study, meditate of these things. Art thou called to be a Minister? Stir up, neglect not the gift of God which is in thee; study, meditate of these things. vb2r pns21 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1? vvb a-acp, vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno21; vvb, vvi pp-f d n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8565 There are means to be used for thy improvement in thy ministerial abilities: Natural means, that is, exercise; There Are means to be used for thy improvement in thy ministerial abilities: Natural means, that is, exercise; pc-acp vbr n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po21 n1 p-acp po21 j n2: j n2, cst vbz, n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8566 by preaching, thou shalt learn to preach, and by praying thou shalt improve in the gift of prayer: by preaching, thou shalt Learn to preach, and by praying thou shalt improve in the gift of prayer: p-acp vvg, pns21 vm2 vvi pc-acp vvi, cc p-acp vvg pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 436
8567 Moral means, these are searching the Scriptures, study, comparing spiritual things with spiritual, Meditation: Moral means, these Are searching the Scriptures, study, comparing spiritual things with spiritual, Meditation: j n2, d vbr vvg dt n2, n1, vvg j n2 p-acp j, n1: (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8568 Religious, that is, Prayer. The Apostle saith of the work of the Ministry, Who is sufficient for these things? Whatsoever thy gifts and abilities be, thou hadst need profit and improve in them. Religious, that is, Prayer. The Apostle Says of the work of the Ministry, Who is sufficient for these things? Whatsoever thy Gifts and abilities be, thou Hadst need profit and improve in them. j, cst vbz, n1. dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp d n2? r-crq po21 n2 cc n2 vbb, pns21 vhd2 n1 vvi cc vvi p-acp pno32. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8569 If thou wilt improve them, and obtain the blessing from God of a further fitting thee for the work to which thou art called, it lyeth upon thee to use such means as God hath appointed in order to that end. If thou wilt improve them, and obtain the blessing from God of a further fitting thee for the work to which thou art called, it lies upon thee to use such means as God hath appointed in order to that end. cs pns21 vm2 vvi pno32, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 pp-f dt jc vvg pno21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns21 vb2r vvn, pn31 vvz p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8570 Luther was wont to say, that there are three things which make a Divine, Temptations, Meditation, and Prayer; the two latter I am sure must be much our own work; Luther was wont to say, that there Are three things which make a Divine, Temptations, Meditation, and Prayer; the two latter I am sure must be much our own work; np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vvb dt j-jn, n2, n1, cc n1; dt crd d pns11 vbm j vmb vbi av-d po12 d n1; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8571 we must not expect that God should immediately qualifie us from Heaven, as he did in the first Plantation of the Gospel, by the extraordinary gifts of the Holy Ghost. we must not expect that God should immediately qualify us from Heaven, as he did in the First Plantation of the Gospel, by the extraordinary Gifts of the Holy Ghost. pns12 vmb xx vvi cst np1 vmd av-j vvi pno12 p-acp n1, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt j n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8572 God having so supplied the first necessities of his Church, when the generality of the first Preachers of the Gospel were illiterate men, God having so supplied the First necessities of his Church, when the generality of the First Preachers of the Gospel were illiterate men, np1 vhg av vvn dt ord n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f dt n1 vbdr j n2, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8573 and wanted advantages of education (which then lay on the other side), hath since that time left his Ministers to the use and application of more ordinary means, in the use of which he ordinarily concurreth with his blessing, and not otherwise. and wanted advantages of education (which then lay on the other side), hath since that time left his Ministers to the use and application of more ordinary means, in the use of which he ordinarily concurreth with his blessing, and not otherwise. cc vvd n2 pp-f n1 (r-crq av vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1), vhz p-acp d n1 vvd po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dc j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 av-j vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc xx av. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8574 The same might be said of more inferiour relations, such as those of conjugal and parental relations. The same might be said of more inferior relations, such as those of conjugal and parental relations. dt d vmd vbi vvn pp-f dc j-jn n2, d c-acp d pp-f j cc j n2. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8575 God ordinarily when he calleth men to them, doth sute men with spirits fit for them; God ordinarily when he calls men to them, does suit men with spirits fit for them; np1 av-jn c-crq pns31 vvz n2 p-acp pno32, vdz vvi n2 p-acp n2 j p-acp pno32; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8576 but the concurrence of their own indeavours must be understood, with which God will concur with his own blessing. but the concurrence of their own endeavours must be understood, with which God will concur with his own blessing. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8577 Art thou therefore called to the relation of an husband or wife? and doest thou fear thy own spirit (the like also may be said of a parental relation)? Having entred into it, asking counsel of Gods Word, Art thou Therefore called to the Relation of an husband or wife? and dost thou Fear thy own Spirit (the like also may be said of a parental Relation)? Having entered into it, asking counsel of God's Word, vb2r pns21 av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1? cc vd2 pns21 vvi po21 d n1 (dt j av vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt j n1)? vhg vvn p-acp pn31, vvg n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8578 and observing the rules of it, thou hast reason to trust God for the fitting of thy spirit for it, and the duties of it; and observing the rules of it, thou hast reason to trust God for the fitting of thy Spirit for it, and the duties of it; cc vvg dt n2 pp-f pn31, pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31; (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8579 but still using all due means, which on thy part are to be used, such as the mortification of those passions which appear to thee most indisposing thee for the duties of such relations, applying thine heart, what in thee lyeth, to them, but still using all due means, which on thy part Are to be used, such as the mortification of those passion which appear to thee most indisposing thee for the duties of such relations, applying thine heart, what in thee lies, to them, cc-acp av vvg d j-jn n2, r-crq p-acp po21 n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, d c-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq vvb p-acp pno21 av-ds j pno21 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2, vvg po21 n1, r-crq p-acp pno21 vvz, p-acp pno32, (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8580 and constant and fervent prayer to God to make up in thee, what thou findest wanting in thy self for the due managery of them according to the Will of God. and constant and fervent prayer to God to make up in thee, what thou Findest wanting in thy self for the due managery of them according to the Will of God. cc j cc j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp pno21, r-crq pns21 vv2 vvg p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f pno32 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (37) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 437
8581 SERMON XXXIV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. SERMON XXXIV. Psalm CVII. 43. Whoso is wise, and will observe these things: even they shall understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd r-crq vbz j, cc vmb vvi d n2: av pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 835 Page 438
8582 I Have entred into a large field. I Have entered into a large field. pns11 vhb vvn p-acp dt j n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8583 How great a Volume might be wrote, de observandis Providentiae, concerning the observable things of Divine Providence. How great a Volume might be wrote, de observandis Providentiae, Concerning the observable things of Divine Providence. q-crq j dt n1 vmd vbi vvd, fw-fr fw-fr fw-la, vvg dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8584 I have seen a picture (one of those you call kitchin-pieces) concerning which it hath been proposed to me, that for so many hours I should view it as curiously as I could; I have seen a picture (one of those you call kitchin-pieces) Concerning which it hath been proposed to me, that for so many hours I should view it as curiously as I could; pns11 vhb vvn dt n1 (pi pp-f d pn22 vvb n2) vvg r-crq pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp pno11, cst p-acp av d n2 pns11 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp av-j c-acp pns11 vmd; (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8585 yet the proposer would for any wager undertake to shew me something in it which I did not observe. yet the proposer would for any wager undertake to show me something in it which I did not observe. av dt n1 vmd p-acp d n1 vvi pc-acp vvi pno11 pi p-acp pn31 r-crq pns11 vdd xx vvi. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8586 Truly Providence is such a thing, I can never look upon it, I can never take the motions of it into my thoughts, Truly Providence is such a thing, I can never look upon it, I can never take the motions of it into my thoughts, np1 n1 vbz d dt n1, pns11 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pn31, pns11 vmb av-x vvi dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp po11 n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8587 but some new observation tendreth it self to my thoughts. but Some new observation tendereth it self to my thoughts. cc-acp d j n1 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp po11 n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8588 I must turn my eyes from this wonderful work, for I see they will not be satisfied with seeing, my mind will never be filled with observing. I must turn my eyes from this wondered work, for I see they will not be satisfied with seeing, my mind will never be filled with observing. pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp d j n1, c-acp pns11 vvb pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp vvg, po11 n1 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp vvg. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8589 Many observations I have already made, and behold yet a troop cometh. But they have all a tendency to the augmentation of spiritual Wisdom in my own, and your souls. Many observations I have already made, and behold yet a troop comes. But they have all a tendency to the augmentation of spiritual Wisdom in my own, and your Souls. av-d n2 pns11 vhb av vvn, cc vvi av dt n1 vvz. p-acp pns32 vhb d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po11 d, cc po22 n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8590 Whoso is wise, will observe these things (saith my Text) they have a tendency to make you to understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. Whoso is wise, will observe these things (Says my Text) they have a tendency to make you to understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. r-crq vbz j, vmb vvi d n2 (vvz po11 n1) pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8591 Where can we be better employed? what can we better do? Methinks I could say with the disciple upon the Mount of transfiguration: Where can we be better employed? what can we better doe? Methinks I could say with the disciple upon the Mount of transfiguration: q-crq vmb pns12 vbi av-jc vvn? q-crq vmb pns12 vvi n1? vvz pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8592 It is good for us to be here, let us build our selves tabernacles: One for me the speaker, others for you that are to be my hearers. Let me therefore go on. It is good for us to be Here, let us built our selves Tabernacles: One for me the speaker, Others for you that Are to be my hearers. Let me Therefore go on. pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av, vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 n2: crd p-acp pno11 dt n1, n2-jn p-acp pn22 cst vbr pc-acp vbi po11 n2. vvb pno11 av vvi a-acp. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8593 Doth therefore any of you say unto me, Seer, What seest thou? I answer, yet once more. Does Therefore any of you say unto me, Seer, What See thou? I answer, yet once more. vdz av av-d pp-f pn22 vvb p-acp pno11, n1, q-crq vv2 pns21? pns11 vvb, av a-acp av-dc. (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8594 I observe in the motions of Actual Providence, I observe in the motions of Actual Providence, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 836 Page 438
8595 Observ. 21. That God commandeth his sensible blessings most upon those individual persons, and those societies of the children of men, that live in the most exact conformity to the Divine Rule. Observation 21. That God commands his sensible blessings most upon those Individu Persons, and those societies of the children of men, that live in the most exact conformity to the Divine Rule. np1 crd cst np1 vvz po31 j n2 av-ds p-acp d j-jn n2, cc d n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2, cst vvb p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 837 Page 439
8596 Here are two terms in this Observation, upon the Explication of which I will a little insist. Here Are two terms in this Observation, upon the Explication of which I will a little insist. av vbr crd n2 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb dt j vvi. (38) sermon (DIV3) 837 Page 439
8597 Quest. 1. What is meant by sensible blessings? Quest. 2. What I mean by the most exact conformity to the Divine Rule? Quest. 1. What is meant by sensible blessings? Quest. 2. What I mean by the most exact conformity to the Divine Rule? n1. crd q-crq vbz vvn p-acp j n2? n1. crd q-crq pns11 vvb p-acp dt av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1? (38) sermon (DIV3) 838 Page 439
8598 Good things are distributed several ways, in order to our comprehension of them by our understandings: Good things Are distributed several ways, in order to our comprehension of them by our understandings: j n2 vbr vvn j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n2: (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8599 amongst others this is one distribution of them, they are either sensible, or insensible. By sensible good things, I understand such as are obvious to our senses, and perceptible by them. among Others this is one distribution of them, they Are either sensible, or insensible. By sensible good things, I understand such as Are obvious to our Senses, and perceptible by them. p-acp ng2-jn d vbz crd n1 pp-f pno32, pns32 vbr d j, cc j. p-acp j j n2, pns11 vvb d c-acp vbr j p-acp po12 n2, cc j p-acp pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8600 By insensible, such as have a reality of good in them, but yet not such as our senses discern. By insensible, such as have a reality of good in them, but yet not such as our Senses discern. p-acp j, d c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f j p-acp pno32, cc-acp av xx d c-acp po12 n2 vvi. (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8601 Thus David saith, It is good for me that I have been afflicted, but yet afflictions are not sensible good things: all such are the objects of our joy and delight. Thus David Says, It is good for me that I have been afflicted, but yet afflictions Are not sensible good things: all such Are the objects of our joy and delight. av np1 vvz, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vhb vbn vvn, p-acp av n2 vbr xx j j n2: d d vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8602 Now (saith the Apostle) no affliction at the present is joyous, but grievous, but it bringeth forth the quiet fruit of righteousness, to them that are exercised therewith. Now (Says the Apostle) no affliction At the present is joyous, but grievous, but it brings forth the quiet fruit of righteousness, to them that Are exercised therewith. av (vvz dt n1) dx n1 p-acp dt j vbz j, cc-acp j, cc-acp pn31 vvz av dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp pno32 cst vbr vvn av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8603 But I say God commandeth sensible blessings mostly, upon persons and societies living in the best square, But I say God commands sensible blessings mostly, upon Persons and societies living in the best square, cc-acp pns11 vvb np1 vvz j n2 j, p-acp n2 cc n2 vvg p-acp dt js n-jn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8604 and most exact conformity unto the Divine Rule. and most exact conformity unto the Divine Rule. cc av-ds j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 840 Page 439
8605 2. Further yet, Sensible blessings are capable of a double notion, they are either such as are obvious only to the inward senses of those that are made partakers of them: 2. Further yet, Sensible blessings Are capable of a double notion, they Are either such as Are obvious only to the inward Senses of those that Are made partakers of them: crd av-jc av, j n2 vbr j pp-f dt j-jn n1, pns32 vbr d d c-acp vbr j av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn n2 pp-f pno32: (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8606 such are peace of conscience, joy in the holy God; such Are peace of conscience, joy in the holy God; d vbr n1 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp dt j np1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8607 that serenity and tranquillity of mind, which is the effect of righteousness, the new-name which none knoweth, but he that hath it: that serenity and tranquillity of mind, which is the Effect of righteousness, the newname which none Knoweth, but he that hath it: cst n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 r-crq pix vvz, cc-acp pns31 cst vhz pn31: (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8608 but there are other good things, which are the objects of our more exteriour senses; but there Are other good things, which Are the objects of our more exterior Senses; cc-acp pc-acp vbr j-jn j n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 j-jn n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8609 such are health, prosperity, success in trade, &c. blessings in relations, &c. Now my Obsersation is, That the Actual Providence of God doth usually distribute good things of this nature, to such persons, such Are health, Prosperity, success in trade, etc. blessings in relations, etc. Now my Obsersation is, That the Actual Providence of God does usually distribute good things of this nature, to such Persons, d vbr n1, n1, n1 p-acp n1, av n2 p-acp n2, av av po11 n1 vbz, cst dt j n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-j vvi j n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8610 and such societies of persons as live to the truest square, and exactest conformity to the Divine Rule. and such societies of Persons as live to the Truest square, and Exactest conformity to the Divine Rule. cc d n2 pp-f n2 c-acp vvb p-acp dt js n-jn, cc js n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 841 Page 439
8611 That is a general, and must be opened also. That is a general, and must be opened also. cst vbz dt n1, cc vmb vbi vvn av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 842 Page 439
8612 The Divine Rule, as to families and persons, is of a great compass, but the whole of it is reducible to three heads: The Divine Rule, as to families and Persons, is of a great compass, but the Whole of it is reducible to three Heads: dt j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp n2 cc n2, vbz pp-f dt j n1, cc-acp dt j-jn pp-f pn31 vbz j p-acp crd n2: (38) sermon (DIV3) 842 Page 439
8613 viz. Piety, Justice, and Charity; under each of these are several particulars, but none which fall not under one of these generals. viz. Piety, justice, and Charity; under each of these Are several particulars, but none which fallen not under one of these generals. n1 n1, n1, cc n1; p-acp d pp-f d vbr j n2-j, cc-acp pix r-crq n1 xx p-acp crd pp-f d n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 842 Page 439
8614 1. Piety consists in the internal, and external acts of homage which we owe unto God. 1. Piety consists in the internal, and external acts of homage which we owe unto God. crd n1 vvz p-acp dt j, cc j n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 843 Page 439
8615 Our internal acts are, Fear, Faith, Love. Our external acts are principally Prayer and Praise, reading the word, &c. 2. Justice is an habit, disposing us to give every one their due. Our internal acts Are, fear, Faith, Love. Our external acts Are principally Prayer and Praise, reading the word, etc. 2. justice is an habit, disposing us to give every one their endue. po12 j n2 vbr, vvb, n1, n1. po12 j n2 vbr av-j n1 cc vvb, vvg dt n1, av crd n1 vbz dt n1, vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi d crd po32 n-jn. (38) sermon (DIV3) 843 Page 439
8616 3. By Charity, I mean here mutual brotherly love. 3. By Charity, I mean Here mutual brotherly love. crd p-acp n1, pns11 vvb av j j n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8617 Now look where these things best prosper, there God commandeth most sensible blessings in the ordinary motions of his Provilence. Now look where these things best prosper, there God commands most sensible blessings in the ordinary motions of his Provilence. av vvb c-crq d n2 av-js vvb, a-acp np1 vvz av-ds j n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8618 Particular instances may be exceptions from a general rule: but ordinarily it is so. Particular instances may be exceptions from a general Rule: but ordinarily it is so. j n2 vmb vbi n2 p-acp dt j n1: cc-acp av-jn pn31 vbz av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8619 What the Psalmist saith of one of these, is true of all, There God commandeth the blessing, Psal. 133.3. There, where? it may be interpreted with reference to the words, which immediately precedes, the mountain of Zion; but I take it to be far more proper to refer it to the first verse, which contains the argument of the whole Psalm: What the Psalmist Says of one of these, is true of all, There God commands the blessing, Psalm 133.3. There, where? it may be interpreted with Referente to the words, which immediately precedes, the mountain of Zion; but I take it to be Far more proper to refer it to the First verse, which contains the argument of the Whole Psalm: q-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f crd pp-f d, vbz j pp-f d, a-acp np1 vvz dt n1, np1 crd. a-acp, q-crq? pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2, r-crq av-j vvz, dt n1 pp-f np1; cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av-j av-dc j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8620 O (saith the Psalmist) how good, and how pleasant a thing it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Oh (Says the Psalmist) how good, and how pleasant a thing it is for brothers to dwell together in unity! uh (vvz dt n1) c-crq j, cc c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vbz p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi av p-acp n1! (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8621 This he illustrateth by two similitudes; This he illustrateth by two Similitudes; d pns31 vvz p-acp crd n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8622 the one is the oyl which was poured upon the head of Aaron, and ran down to the skirts of his garment. the one is the oil which was poured upon the head of Aaron, and ran down to the skirts of his garment. dt pi vbz dt n1 r-crq vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8623 Vers. 2. The other is the dew of Hermon, that descended on the mountain of Zion, Vers. 2. The other is the due of Hermon, that descended on the mountain of Zion, np1 crd dt j-jn vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8624 for (saith the Psalmist) there the Lord commandeth the blessing, even life for evermore. for (Says the Psalmist) there the Lord commands the blessing, even life for evermore. p-acp (vvz dt n1) pc-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1, av n1 p-acp av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8625 There, where? where brethren together dwell in unity: There, where? where brothers together dwell in unity: a-acp, q-crq? c-crq n2 av vvi p-acp n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8626 it is as true, there, where Religion is exercised, where all relations give their due one to another: there God commandeth the blessing. it is as true, there, where Religion is exercised, where all relations give their due one to Another: there God commands the blessing. pn31 vbz a-acp j, a-acp, c-crq n1 vbz vvn, c-crq d n2 vvb po32 j-jn crd p-acp n-jn: a-acp np1 vvz dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8627 Now for the proof of this, I shall but appeal to your experience, and what you see every day. Now for the proof of this, I shall but appeal to your experience, and what you see every day. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp po22 n1, cc r-crq pn22 vvb d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 845 Page 440
8628 1. Look into the world, there you shall see nations of various complexions, some in which the true God is worshipped in a true manner; 1. Look into the world, there you shall see Nations of various complexions, Some in which the true God is worshipped in a true manner; crd n1 p-acp dt n1, a-acp pn22 vmb vvi n2 pp-f j n2, d p-acp r-crq dt j np1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8629 others wherein Devils are worshipped, or stocks or stones: Others wherein Devils Are worshipped, or stocks or stones: n2-jn c-crq n2 vbr vvn, cc n2 cc n2: (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8630 or if the true God be indeed worshipped, yet it is not as he hath directed, or if the true God be indeed worshipped, yet it is not as he hath directed, cc cs dt j np1 vbb av vvn, av pn31 vbz xx c-acp pns31 vhz vvn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8631 but by images and superstitious rites and observances; but by Images and superstitious Rites and observances; cc-acp p-acp n2 cc j n2 cc n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8632 some nations that are nothing else but rapine and violence, and oppression, full of strife and hatred, and malice, and wars, and dissensions. You on the other side will see other Nations, amongst whom the true God is worshipped, Some Nations that Are nothing Else but rapine and violence, and oppression, full of strife and hatred, and malice, and wars, and dissensions. You on the other side will see other nations, among whom the true God is worshipped, d n2 cst vbr pix av cc-acp n1 cc n1, cc n1, j pp-f n1 cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cc n2. pn22 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vmb vvi j-jn n2, p-acp ro-crq dt j np1 vbz vvn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8633 and that in a true manner, where are good laws against oppression and injustice, and for distributive and commutative Justice, where men are not hunted and persecuted for their consciences towards God. and that in a true manner, where Are good laws against oppression and injustice, and for distributive and commutative justice, where men Are not hunted and persecuted for their Consciences towards God. cc cst p-acp dt j n1, q-crq vbr j n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp j cc j n1, c-crq n2 vbr xx vvn cc vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp np1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8634 Mark if God doth not command the blessing of riches, trade, &c. more upon the latter than the former. Mark if God does not command the blessing of riches, trade, etc. more upon the latter than the former. n1 cs np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, n1, av av-dc p-acp dt d cs dt j. (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8635 It is true, some of those Countreys where these iniquities are found, are naturally richer than others, in minerals, It is true, Some of those Countries' where these iniquities Are found, Are naturally Richer than Others, in minerals, pn31 vbz j, d pp-f d ng2 n1 d n2 vbr vvn, vbr av-j jc cs n2-jn, p-acp n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8636 and the Native Commodities of the Countrey; and the Native Commodities of the Country; cc dt j-jn n2 pp-f dt n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 440
8637 but for adventitious riches, which come from Trade and Commerce, and for other sensible blessings, observe if they be not poured out in a greater plenty upon Nations, that in matters of Religion, civil Justice and Unity, have been regulated by laws conformable to the Word of God, but for adventitious riches, which come from Trade and Commerce, and for other sensible blessings, observe if they be not poured out in a greater plenty upon nations, that in matters of Religion, civil justice and Unity, have been regulated by laws conformable to the Word of God, cc-acp p-acp j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp j-jn j n2, vvb cs pns32 vbb xx vvn av p-acp dt jc n1 p-acp n2, cst p-acp n2 pp-f n1, j n1 cc n1, vhb vbn vvn p-acp n2 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 441
8638 than upon other Nations, where none of these things have been regarded. than upon other nations, where none of these things have been regarded. cs p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pix pp-f d n2 vhb vbn vvn. (38) sermon (DIV3) 846 Page 441
8639 2. If you will straiten your prospect, look upon any Cities, or Towns, or any kind of political societies, you will see some of these places, such as Egypt was, of which Abraham said, The fear of God was not in that place, where all their Religion is to persecute those that have any thing of Religion in them. 2. If you will straiten your prospect, look upon any Cities, or Towns, or any kind of political societies, you will see Some of these places, such as Egypt was, of which Abraham said, The Fear of God was not in that place, where all their Religion is to persecute those that have any thing of Religion in them. crd cs pn22 vmb vvn po22 n1, vvb p-acp d n2, cc n2, cc d n1 pp-f j n2, pn22 vmb vvi d pp-f d n2, d c-acp np1 vbds, pp-f r-crq np1 vvd, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds xx p-acp d n1, c-crq d po32 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi d cst vhb d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8640 No rules of justice and brotherly love are observed, but they are full of violence, and oppression, and fraud; No rules of Justice and brotherly love Are observed, but they Are full of violence, and oppression, and fraud; uh-dx n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1 vbr vvn, cc-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8641 there is nothing in them but the inhabitants biting and devouring one another, the cry of the oppressed is in their street. there is nothing in them but the inhabitants biting and devouring one Another, the cry of the oppressed is in their street. pc-acp vbz pix p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n2 vvg cc vvg pi j-jn, dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvn vbz p-acp po32 n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8642 Other places you will find, where Religion is cherished and countenanced; Other places you will find, where Religion is cherished and countenanced; av-jn n2 pn22 vmb vvi, c-crq n1 vbz vvn cc vvn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8643 where the word of God is livelily and powerfully preached, and men live in some seeming awe of it; where the word of God is livelily and powerfully preached, and men live in Some seeming awe of it; c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j cc av-j vvn, cc n2 vvb p-acp d j-vvg n1 pp-f pn31; (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8644 where rules of civil Justice are observed, and men can have Justice in Courts of Judicature, where rules of civil justice Are observed, and men can have justice in Courts of Judicature, c-crq n2 pp-f j n1 vbr vvn, cc n2 vmb vhi n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8645 and the people live in peace and amity one with another; observe again which of these God most commandeth his blessing upon. and the people live in peace and amity one with Another; observe again which of these God most commands his blessing upon. cc dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn; vvb av r-crq pp-f d n1 av-ds vvz po31 n1 p-acp. (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8646 I might appeal to your like observation, concerning families and particular persons. But it is no more than every one may observe. I might appeal to your like observation, Concerning families and particular Persons. But it is no more than every one may observe. pns11 vmd vvi p-acp po22 j n1, vvg n2 cc j n2. p-acp pn31 vbz dx dc cs d pi vmb vvi. (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8647 Consider what an Hell upon Earth, some Cities, some Families are in comparison of others, Consider what an Hell upon Earth, Some Cities, Some Families Are in comparison of Others, np1 r-crq dt n1 p-acp n1, d n2, d n2 vbr p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8648 and see what makes the difference both in the beauty and in the prosperity of them: and see what makes the difference both in the beauty and in the Prosperity of them: cc vvb r-crq vvz dt n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32: (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8649 And it needs must be so, if you please to consider, 1. The natural tendency of these things to so happy products. And it needs must be so, if you please to Consider, 1. The natural tendency of these things to so happy products. cc pn31 vvz vmb vbi av, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, crd dt j n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp av j n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 847 Page 441
8650 2. That God in pursuance of his many promises, doth there command the blessing. 2. That God in pursuance of his many promises, does there command the blessing. crd cst np1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 d n2, vdz a-acp vvi dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 849 Page 441
8651 First, In the first place it will appear to be but a reasonable motion of Providence, there to distribute sensible blessings, where men either in their single capacities, First, In the First place it will appear to be but a reasonable motion of Providence, there to distribute sensible blessings, where men either in their single capacities, ord, p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vmb vvi pc-acp vbi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, a-acp pc-acp vvi j n2, c-crq n2 av-d p-acp po32 j n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 441
8652 or in their political societies live in the exactest square and conformity to the Divine Rule, in matters of distributive and commutative justice, and brotherly love and amity; or in their political societies live in the Exactest square and conformity to the Divine Rule, in matters of distributive and commutative Justice, and brotherly love and amity; cc p-acp po32 j n2 vvb p-acp dt js j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n1, cc av-j vvi cc n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 441
8653 if you but consider the natural tendency of these things to promove the felicity of any persons or societies, together with the direct tendency of a contrary converse to the ruin and undoing of them. if you but Consider the natural tendency of these things to promove the felicity of any Persons or societies, together with the Direct tendency of a contrary converse to the ruin and undoing of them. cs pn22 cc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n-vvg pp-f pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 441
8654 Justice and Ʋnity, or amicable living each with other, are the two pillars of humane society, justice and Ʋnity, or amicable living each with other, Are the two pillars of humane society, n1 cc n1, cc j n-vvg d p-acp n-jn, vbr dt crd n2 pp-f j n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 441
8655 as the Scripture saith of Rachel and Leah, Ruth. 4.11. They two did build up the house of Israel: as the Scripture Says of Rachel and Leah, Ruth. 4.11. They two did built up the house of Israel: c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f n1 cc np1, n1. crd. pns32 crd vdd vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 441
8656 so it must be said of these two, Justice and brotherly love, they are the two things which build up humane society; so it must be said of these two, justice and brotherly love, they Are the two things which built up humane society; av pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d crd, n1 cc av-j n1, pns32 vbr dt crd n2 r-crq vvb a-acp j n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8657 and the Nation which keepeth not up these two pillars, and preserveth them not in those due repairs, which the lusts and corruptions of men will make them to stand in a daily need of, will quickly fall under the ruins of them; and the nation which Keepeth not up these two pillars, and Preserveth them not in those endue repairs, which the Lustiest and corruptions of men will make them to stand in a daily need of, will quickly fallen under the ruins of them; cc dt n1 r-crq vvz xx p-acp d crd n2, cc vvz pno32 xx p-acp d n-jn vvz, r-crq dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f, vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8658 it must necessarily be a Kingdom divided against it self, which (as our Saviour hath told us) cannot stand. Where the first, viz. Justice faileth, no man knoweth what to call his own; it must necessarily be a Kingdom divided against it self, which (as our Saviour hath told us) cannot stand. Where the First, viz. justice Faileth, no man Knoweth what to call his own; pn31 vmb av-j vbi dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31 n1, r-crq (p-acp po12 n1 vhz vvn pno12) vmbx vvi. c-crq dt ord, n1 n1 vvz, dx n1 vvz r-crq pc-acp vvi po31 d; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8659 every mans estate is exposed to the fraud, violence, and rapines of his wicked neighbour. Where Amity and Ʋnity (which is the other) fails, men are continually biting, every men estate is exposed to the fraud, violence, and rapines of his wicked neighbour. Where Amity and Ʋnity (which is the other) fails, men Are continually biting, d ng1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n2 pp-f po31 j n1. q-crq n1 cc n1 (r-crq vbz dt n-jn) vvz, n2 vbr av-j vvg, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8660 and devouring, rending, and tearing one another; and devouring, rending, and tearing one Another; cc j-vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8661 none are willing to trade or traffique, or to have any commerce with any such people; none Are willing to trade or traffic, or to have any commerce with any such people; pix vbr j pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc pc-acp vhi d n1 p-acp d d n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8662 or if they have, it is so sparingly, and with so much caution, as is no way consistent with that liberty and freedom, or if they have, it is so sparingly, and with so much caution, as is no Way consistent with that liberty and freedom, cc cs pns32 vhb, pn31 vbz av av-vvg, cc p-acp av d n1, c-acp vbz dx n1 j p-acp d n1 cc n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8663 and that mutual confidence each in another, which such a state requireth, as is capable of those kind of blessings, and that mutual confidence each in Another, which such a state requires, as is capable of those kind of blessings, cc cst j n1 d p-acp j-jn, r-crq d dt n1 vvz, c-acp vbz j pp-f d n1 pp-f n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8664 or in a rational or probable way to receive them. or in a rational or probable Way to receive them. cc p-acp dt j cc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8665 You cannot but observe how every one is willing to be acquainted, and to deal with persons that have a reputation; You cannot but observe how every one is willing to be acquainted, and to deal with Persons that have a reputation; pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi c-crq d pi vbz j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 cst vhb dt n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8666 for moral honesty and matters of justice in bargains, and barters, in buyings and sellings, and exchange. for moral honesty and matters of Justice in bargains, and barters, in buyings and sellings, and exchange. p-acp j n1 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cc n2, p-acp n2-vvg cc n2-vvg, cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8667 Now the outward blessing of riches and prosperity, as to business, depending much upon society, good understandings betwixt each of other, Now the outward blessing of riches and Prosperity, as to business, depending much upon society, good understandings betwixt each of other, av dt j n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, c-acp p-acp n1, vvg d p-acp n1, j n2 p-acp d pp-f n-jn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8668 and good opinions of persons engaged in the same societies, which may dispose men to just and mutual confidences each in other; and good opinions of Persons engaged in the same societies, which may dispose men to just and mutual confidences each in other; cc j n2 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt d n2, r-crq vmb vvi n2 p-acp j cc j n2 d p-acp n-jn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8669 it is not at all to be wondred at, if those places and persons thrive best, amongst whom these are found which are the rational means agreeing to such an end. it is not At all to be wondered At, if those places and Persons thrive best, among whom these Are found which Are the rational means agreeing to such an end. pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cs d n2 cc n2 vvb av-js, p-acp ro-crq d vbr vvn r-crq vbr dt j n2 vvg p-acp d dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8670 The like might be said of other moral vertues, such as are temperance and sobriety, being rational means, tending to the preservation of mens lives and health, which are other sensible blessings. The like might be said of other moral Virtues, such as Are temperance and sobriety, being rational means, tending to the preservation of men's lives and health, which Are other sensible blessings. dt j vmd vbi vvn pp-f j-jn j n2, d c-acp vbr n1 cc n1, vbg j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 vvz cc n1, r-crq vbr j-jn j n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8671 It is not at all to be wondred, that these blessings which are the end, do naturally follow the proper means, It is not At all to be wondered, that these blessings which Are the end, do naturally follow the proper means, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst d n2 r-crq vbr dt n1, vdb av-j vvi dt j n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8672 even as the thred followeth the needle in the hands of the sempstress. even as the thread follows the needle in the hands of the sempstress. av c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8673 God hath so ordered it, that ends shall be ordinarily obtained in the use of means, always supposing the ordinary Providence of God, which must give the blessing upon any means used in order to any end. God hath so ordered it, that ends shall be ordinarily obtained in the use of means, always supposing the ordinary Providence of God, which must give the blessing upon any means used in order to any end. np1 vhz av vvn pn31, cst n2 vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, av vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 850 Page 442
8674 2. But secondly, There is more than this in it, God in the pursuance of his many promises, doth there command the blessing. 2. But secondly, There is more than this in it, God in the pursuance of his many promises, does there command the blessing. crd p-acp ord, pc-acp vbz dc cs d p-acp pn31, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2, vdz a-acp vvi dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 442
8675 I am speaking of ordinary cases (for Gods particular design to chasten any persons, I am speaking of ordinary cases (for God's particular Design to chasten any Persons, pns11 vbm vvg pp-f j n2 (p-acp npg1 j n1 pc-acp vvi d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 442
8676 or to try them, makes an exception to these however general rules), God hath promised his sensible things, Matth. 6.32. To those who first seek the Kingdom of God, and the righteousness thereof, he hath told them, that these things shall be added to them. or to try them, makes an exception to these however general rules), God hath promised his sensible things, Matthew 6.32. To those who First seek the Kingdom of God, and the righteousness thereof, he hath told them, that these things shall be added to them. cc pc-acp vvi pno32, vvz dt n1 p-acp d c-acp n1 vvz), np1 vhz vvn po31 j n2, np1 crd. p-acp d r-crq ord vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 av, pns31 vhz vvn pno32, cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8677 Godliness hath the promise as of that life which is to come; so of this life (as the Apostle tells us): Godliness hath the promise as of that life which is to come; so of this life (as the Apostle tells us): n1 vhz dt n1 c-acp pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; av pp-f d n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12): (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8678 the promise to brethren living together in unity, Psal. 133. you heard before, there God commandeth the blessing (saith the Psalmist); the promise to brothers living together in unity, Psalm 133. you herd before, there God commands the blessing (Says the Psalmist); dt n1 p-acp n2 vvg av p-acp n1, np1 crd pn22 vvd a-acp, a-acp np1 vvz dt n1 (vvz dt n1); (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8679 and (mark) what blessing it is, it is like the oyl poured upon the head of Aaron, which ran down to the skirts of his garment, like the dew upon the hill of Hermon, which made the Earth fruitful, the blessing of plenty and prosperity. And for promises to the doing justice and judgm•nt, they are so many in Scripture, that it were almost infinite to repeat them. and (mark) what blessing it is, it is like the oil poured upon the head of Aaron, which ran down to the skirts of his garment, like the due upon the hill of Hermon, which made the Earth fruitful, the blessing of plenty and Prosperity. And for promises to the doing Justice and judgm•nt, they Are so many in Scripture, that it were almost infinite to repeat them. cc (n1) r-crq n1 pn31 vbz, pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd dt n1 j, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. cc p-acp n2 p-acp dt vdg n1 cc vvd, pns32 vbr av d p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbdr av j pc-acp vvi pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8680 I shall only commend this observation to you, That you shall quite through the Scripture find the execution of justice and judgment, made one term that God puts upon people, in order to the receiving of any mercy from him, I shall only commend this observation to you, That you shall quite through the Scripture find the execution of Justice and judgement, made one term that God puts upon people, in order to the receiving of any mercy from him, pns11 vmb av-j vvi d n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvd crd n1 cst np1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 p-acp pno31, (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8681 and injustice, violence, and oppression, constantly enumerated as those sins, to which are annexed all the threatnings of taking away those temporal blessings which a Nation doth enjoy. and injustice, violence, and oppression, constantly enumerated as those Sins, to which Are annexed all the threatenings of taking away those temporal blessings which a nation does enjoy. cc n1, n1, cc n1, av-j vvn p-acp d n2, p-acp r-crq vbr vvn d dt n2-vvg pp-f vvg av d j n2 r-crq dt n1 vdz vvi. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8682 Indeed, unless prophaneness and irreligion, or idolatrous and undue worship of God, almost all the sins for which you find threatnings of the deprival of temporal sensible blessings are reducible to one of these heads, either being failers in matters of civil justice, Indeed, unless profaneness and irreligion, or idolatrous and undue worship of God, almost all the Sins for which you find threatenings of the deprival of temporal sensible blessings Are reducible to one of these Heads, either being failers in matters of civil Justice, av, cs n1 cc n1, cc j cc j n1 pp-f np1, av d dt n2 p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f j j n2 vbr j p-acp crd pp-f d n2, av-d vbg n2 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8683 or of that brotherly love and amity which God hath required. or of that brotherly love and amity which God hath required. cc pp-f d j n1 cc n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8684 So that this is as a very ordinary, so a most reasonable motion of Divine Providence, So that this is as a very ordinary, so a most reasonable motion of Divine Providence, av cst d vbz p-acp dt j j, av dt av-ds j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8685 and what we cannot but in reason expect from its hand. But I come to the Application of this discourse. and what we cannot but in reason expect from its hand. But I come to the Application of this discourse. cc r-crq pns12 vmbx cc-acp p-acp n1 vvi p-acp po31 n1. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 851 Page 443
8686 Ʋse 1. As my other Observations, so this also is of great use to us, to increase in us spiritual wisdom, and to make us understand the loving-kindness of the Lord. Ʋse 1. As my other Observations, so this also is of great use to us, to increase in us spiritual Wisdom, and to make us understand the Lovingkindness of the Lord. j crd p-acp po11 j-jn n2, av d av vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 852 Page 443
8687 1. To increase in us spiritual wisdom. 1. To increase in us spiritual Wisdom. crd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno12 j n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 443
8688 Wisdom is a practical habit, disposing us to order our affairs in the best manner, in order to our own good. Good is that which every man desires; Wisdom is a practical habit, disposing us to order our affairs in the best manner, in order to our own good. Good is that which every man Desires; n1 vbz dt j n1, vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt js n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 d j. j vbz d r-crq d n1 vvz; (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 443
8689 who will shew us any good, is the general language of the world. who will show us any good, is the general language of the world. r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 443
8690 There be many (saith the Psalmist) that say, Who will shew us any good? And though the hearts of Gods People be after spiritual good, Lord (saith David) lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon me: There be many (Says the Psalmist) that say, Who will show us any good? And though the hearts of God's People be After spiritual good, Lord (Says David) lift thou up the Light of thy countenance upon me: pc-acp vbi d (vvz dt n1) cst vvb, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j? cc cs dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vbb p-acp j j, n1 (vvz np1) vvb pns21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp pno11: (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 443
8691 yet this is not that good which the many look after, but the increase of their corn, and wine, and oyl. yet this is not that good which the many look After, but the increase of their corn, and wine, and oil. av d vbz xx d j r-crq dt d vvb a-acp, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, cc n1, cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 443
8692 We will take men at that advantage, and suppose the question to be what course a man should take to be blessed with corn, wine and oyl, with the good things of this life, long life, riches, trade, success in worldly affairs: We will take men At that advantage, and suppose the question to be what course a man should take to be blessed with corn, wine and oil, with the good things of this life, long life, riches, trade, success in worldly affairs: pns12 vmb vvi n2 p-acp cst n1, cc vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi r-crq n1 dt n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, j n1, n2, n1, n1 p-acp j n2: (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8693 if this observation be true, the best course, is for Nations, Cities, Persons to govern themselves, by the Divine Rule, to set up and promove the profession and practice of Religion; if this observation be true, the best course, is for nations, Cities, Persons to govern themselves, by the Divine Rule, to Set up and promove the profession and practice of Religion; cs d n1 vbi j, dt js n1, vbz p-acp n2, n2, n2 pc-acp vvi px32, p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8694 to execute justice and judgement, to live in brotherly love, unity and amity one with another. to execute Justice and judgement, to live in brotherly love, unity and amity one with Another. pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1, n1 cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8695 Whoso therefore would be wise for himself, according to the worlds measures of wisdom, is obliged to this: Whoso Therefore would be wise for himself, according to the world's measures of Wisdom, is obliged to this: r-crq av vmd vbi j p-acp px31, vvg p-acp dt ng1 n2 pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp d: (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8696 hence it is that in Scripture, and especially in the book of Proverbs, the sinner is called a fool, the godly man is counted a wise man; hence it is that in Scripture, and especially in the book of Proverbs, the sinner is called a fool, the godly man is counted a wise man; av pn31 vbz cst p-acp n1, cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, dt n1 vbz vvn dt n1, dt j n1 vbz vvn dt j n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8697 and the truth is, whether persons consider themselves, as beings ordained to an eternity, or meerly as flesh and blood, and the truth is, whither Persons Consider themselves, as beings ordained to an eternity, or merely as Flesh and blood, cc dt n1 vbz, cs n2 vvb px32, c-acp n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc av-j c-acp n1 cc n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8698 and bodily compositions, who (as is natural to all creatures) have a natural desire to live, and bodily compositions, who (as is natural to all creatures) have a natural desire to live, cc j n2, r-crq (c-acp vbz j p-acp d n2) vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8699 as long as they can, and as free from pain and misery as they can, as long as they can, and as free from pain and misery as they can, c-acp av-j c-acp pns32 vmb, cc p-acp j p-acp n1 cc n1 c-acp pns32 vmb, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8700 and with as many sweetnesses, and advantage of life as they can, I say, which way soever men will consider themselves, and with as many Sweetnesses, and advantage of life as they can, I say, which Way soever men will Consider themselves, cc p-acp p-acp d n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 c-acp pns32 vmb, pns11 vvb, r-crq n1 av n2 vmb vvi px32, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8701 or whatsoever they will place their ultimate felicity in; or whatsoever they will place their ultimate felicity in; cc r-crq pns32 vmb vvi po32 j n1 p-acp; (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8702 whether it be in the enjoyment and vision of God to eternity, or in living long, and happy; whither it be in the enjoyment and vision of God to eternity, or in living long, and happy; cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp vvg av-j, cc j; (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8703 Still it is their highest wisdom, both in their personal capacities, and in their relative capacities, Still it is their highest Wisdom, both in their personal capacities, and in their relative capacities, av pn31 vbz po32 js n1, av-d p-acp po32 j n2, cc p-acp po32 j n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8783 All these things now have promises of spiritual blessings, and eternal happiness of a life to come; All these things now have promises of spiritual blessings, and Eternal happiness of a life to come; av-d d n2 av vhb n2 pp-f j n2, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8704 as they stand related to others in their political, or oeconomical relations, as Princes, Subjects, Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children, Masters or Servants, to govern them according to the rules, as they stand related to Others in their political, or economical relations, as Princes, Subject's, Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children, Masters or Servants, to govern them according to the rules, c-acp pns32 vvb vvn p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 j, cc j n2, c-acp n2, n2-jn, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 cc n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvg p-acp dt n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8705 and by the square of the word of God. and by the square of the word of God. cc p-acp dt n-jn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8706 Now the observation, I say, of these ordinary dispositions of Divine Providence, must therefore be exceedingly conducive to the increase of spiritual wisdom in our souls. Now the observation, I say, of these ordinary dispositions of Divine Providence, must Therefore be exceedingly conducive to the increase of spiritual Wisdom in our Souls. av dt n1, pns11 vvb, pp-f d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vmb av vbi av-vvg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po12 n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 853 Page 444
8707 2. This Observation will also teach us, to understand the loving kindness of the Lord. 2. This Observation will also teach us, to understand the loving kindness of the Lord. crd d n1 vmb av vvi pno12, pc-acp vvi dt j-vvg n1 pp-f dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8708 The glory of God is by all Christians, confessedly, the end of mans creation, and ought to be made the end of his action; The glory of God is by all Christians, confessedly, the end of men creation, and ought to be made the end of his actium; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d np1, av-vvn, dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, cc pi pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8709 but herein appeareth the transcendent goodness of God, That no man can act for his glory, but he must also by the same actions consult his own good, and be wise for himself. but herein appears the transcendent Goodness of God, That no man can act for his glory, but he must also by the same actions consult his own good, and be wise for himself. cc-acp av vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp pns31 vmb av p-acp dt d n2 vvi po31 d j, cc vbi j p-acp px31. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8710 So that in truth there is no man serveth God for nothing, but in the same action, by, So that in truth there is no man serves God for nothing, but in the same actium, by, av cst p-acp n1 a-acp vbz dx n1 vvz np1 p-acp pix, cc-acp p-acp dt d n1, p-acp, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8711 and in which he obeyeth God, he also consulteth his own life, health, riches, success in business, and in which he Obeyeth God, he also consulteth his own life, health, riches, success in business, cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz np1, pns31 av vvz po31 d n1, n1, n2, n1 p-acp n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8712 and whatsoever can contribute, not only to his eternal felicity, but to his felicity, and happiness in this life. and whatsoever can contribute, not only to his Eternal felicity, but to his felicity, and happiness in this life. cc r-crq vmb vvi, xx av-j p-acp po31 j n1, cc-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc n1 p-acp d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 444
8713 Now how wonderfully doth this speak the love of God to the children of men? Every mans reason will tell him, that there is a duty of homage, Now how wonderfully does this speak the love of God to the children of men? Every men reason will tell him, that there is a duty of homage, av c-crq av-j vdz d vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2? np1 vvz n1 vmb vvi pno31, cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8714 and honour which is due from man unto God. God is our Creator, we are his creatures. and honour which is due from man unto God. God is our Creator, we Are his creatures. cc n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp np1. np1 vbz po12 n1, pns12 vbr po31 n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8715 In him we live, move and have our being, and equally depend upon him for our preservation, In him we live, move and have our being, and equally depend upon him for our preservation, p-acp pno31 pns12 vvb, vvb cc vhb po12 n1, cc av-jn vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8716 and sustentation from his Providence, as derive from him as our Creator and the first Author of beings to us. and sustentation from his Providence, as derive from him as our Creator and the First Author of beings to us. cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp vvb p-acp pno31 c-acp po12 n1 cc dt ord n1 pp-f n2 p-acp pno12. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8717 Now as it is in the power of any man in the cause, to prescribe the honour and homage which shall be grateful and acceptable to him; Now as it is in the power of any man in the cause, to prescribe the honour and homage which shall be grateful and acceptable to him; av c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vmb vbi j cc j p-acp pno31; (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8718 so undoubtedly it was in the power of God, and free to him, to have prescribed us an homage and service that should have impeached, so undoubtedly it was in the power of God, and free to him, to have prescribed us an homage and service that should have impeached, av av-j pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc j p-acp pno31, pc-acp vhi vvn pno12 dt n1 cc n1 cst vmd vhi vvn, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8719 and prejudiced, or some way disadvantaged us, as to our external felicity, and the accommodations of this life, which should make it sweet to us. and prejudiced, or Some Way disadvantaged us, as to our external felicity, and the accommodations of this life, which should make it sweet to us. cc vvn, cc d n1 vvn pno12, c-acp p-acp po12 j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq vmd vvi pn31 j p-acp pno12. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8720 But in this see the great loving kindness of the Lord, That no man can possibly at more advantage serve himself, But in this see the great loving kindness of the Lord, That no man can possibly At more advantage serve himself, p-acp p-acp d vvb dt j vvg n1 pp-f dt n1, cst dx n1 vmb av-j p-acp dc n1 vvi px31, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8721 and the good of his Family, or City, or Country, than by serving God, and indeavouring to square his whole converse, to the rule of Gods word; and the good of his Family, or city, or Country, than by serving God, and endeavouring to square his Whole converse, to the Rule of God's word; cc dt j pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cs p-acp vvg np1, cc vvg pc-acp vvi po31 j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8722 governing himself by the Scriptures, and the rules of life which it gives: governing himself by the Scriptures, and the rules of life which it gives: vvg px31 p-acp dt n2, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pn31 vvz: (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8723 nor doth God require any thing of us that is ungrateful to that true Reason which is in every man. nor does God require any thing of us that is ungrateful to that true Reason which is in every man. ccx vdz np1 vvi d n1 pp-f pno12 cst vbz j p-acp d j n1 r-crq vbz p-acp d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8724 All the commands of God, do but pinch us in the exercise of our Lusts and Passions: the exercise of which (if they have their liberty, All the commands of God, do but pinch us in the exercise of our Lustiest and Passion: the exercise of which (if they have their liberty, av-d dt n2 pp-f np1, vdb p-acp vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 cc n2: dt n1 pp-f r-crq (cs pns32 vhb po32 n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8725 and were not by a Divine Law restrained,) would have no better an effect, from their natural tendency than the imbittering of our lives, by aches and pains, and grievous diseases; and were not by a Divine Law restrained,) would have no better an Effect, from their natural tendency than the embittering of our lives, by aches and pains, and grievous diseases; cc vbdr xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvn,) vmd vhi dx jc dt n1, p-acp po32 j n1 cs dt j-vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc j n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8726 by the rebellion, crosness, and undutifulness of our relations; by a liberty to injustice, fraud, deceit, and oppression. by the rebellion, crossness, and undutifulness of our relations; by a liberty to injustice, fraud, deceit, and oppression. p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 n2; p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8727 This is a great demonstration of Gods loving kindness, that in his rules for the government of us, he hath twisted our interest with his own, This is a great demonstration of God's loving kindness, that in his rules for the government of us, he hath twisted our Interest with his own, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f npg1 j-vvg n1, cst p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno12, pns31 vhz vvn po12 n1 p-acp po31 d, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8728 and made it necessary, for those who most consult his honour and glory, most to consult their own good and happiness, and made it necessary, for those who most consult his honour and glory, most to consult their own good and happiness, cc vvd pn31 j, c-acp d r-crq av-ds vvi po31 n1 cc n1, av-ds pc-acp vvi po32 d j cc n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8729 and that not only as to a life to come, but as to this life also. and that not only as to a life to come, but as to this life also. cc cst xx av-j a-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n1 av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 854 Page 445
8730 Ʋse 2. We may learn from hence the true reason, why the most of men are cursed with the want of temporal blessings; Ʋse 2. We may Learn from hence the true reason, why the most of men Are cursed with the want of temporal blessings; j crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av dt j n1, q-crq dt ds pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 445
8731 I say the most of men, for what I told you before must be remembred; I say the most of men, for what I told you before must be remembered; pns11 vvb dt ds pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 a-acp vmb vbi vvn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 445
8732 that from these general rules, we must always except those particular causes, where God either for the punishment of some sins in his people, that from these general rules, we must always except those particular Causes, where God either for the punishment of Some Sins in his people, cst p-acp d j n2, pns12 vmb av vvi d j n2, c-crq np1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 445
8733 or for the trial of their faith and patience, (having reserved a better portion for them in the world to come) doth think fit to exercise them, with the denial of the sensible blessings of this life. or for the trial of their faith and patience, (having reserved a better portion for them in the world to come) does think fit to exercise them, with the denial of the sensible blessings of this life. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 cc n1, (vhg vvn dt jc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi) vdz vvi j pc-acp vvi pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 445
8734 But setting aside those cases, the general cause is, their not living up to that conformity, But setting aside those cases, the general cause is, their not living up to that conformity, p-acp vvg av d n2, dt j n1 vbz, po32 xx vvg a-acp p-acp d n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8735 or square, to the Divine rule to which they ought to live; or square, to the Divine Rule to which they ought to live; cc j-jn, p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8736 but either failing in the duties of piety, and exercise of Religion, to which the Divine law bindeth them, but either failing in the duties of piety, and exercise of Religion, to which the Divine law binds them, cc-acp d vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz pno32, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8737 or in the duties of probity and moral honesty, justice, temperance, sobriety, unity and amity, which the same Law doth require of them. or in the duties of probity and moral honesty, Justice, temperance, sobriety, unity and amity, which the same Law does require of them. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, n1, n1, n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq dt d n1 vdz vvi pp-f pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8738 What wonder is it to see the lazy sluggard poor? Hath not God said to him, Prov. 6.9. What wonder is it to see the lazy sluggard poor? Hath not God said to him, Curae 6.9. q-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 j? vhz xx np1 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8739 How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard, when wilt thou arise out of sleep? v. 11. So shall thy poverty come, How long wilt thou sleep, Oh sluggard, when wilt thou arise out of sleep? v. 11. So shall thy poverty come, c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 vvi, uh n1, c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi av pp-f n1? n1 crd av vmb po21 n1 vvi, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8740 as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man. Or to see Oppressors, and Gripers of their neighbour-poor: as one that travelleth, and thy want as an armed man. Or to see Oppressors's, and Gripers of their neighbour-poor: c-acp pi cst vvz, cc po21 n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1. cc pc-acp vvi ng2, cc n2 pp-f po32 j: (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8741 God hath told them, Prov. 10.15. The destruction of the poor is their poverty. Or to see the penurious man grow poor; God hath told them, Curae 10.15. The destruction of the poor is their poverty. Or to see the penurious man grow poor; np1 vhz vvn pno32, np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt j vbz po32 n1. cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1 vvb j; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8742 hath not God told us, That to withhold more than is meet tendeth to poverty, Prov. 11.24? What wonder is it to see Drunkards, and Gluttons poor? Hath not God said, The Drunkard and Glutton shall come to poverty, hath not God told us, That to withhold more than is meet tendeth to poverty, Curae 11.24? What wonder is it to see Drunkards, and Gluttons poor? Hath not God said, The Drunkard and Glutton shall come to poverty, vhz xx np1 vvn pno12, cst pc-acp vvi av-dc cs vbz j vvz p-acp n1, np1 crd? q-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi n2, cc n2 j? vhz xx np1 vvn, dt n1 cc n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8743 and drousiness shall cloth a man with rags, Prov. 23.21? what wonder is it to see those that are companions of leud persons, drunkards, adulterers, Gamesters, &c. grow poor? Hath not God again said, Prov. 28.19. and drowsiness shall cloth a man with rags, Curae 23.21? what wonder is it to see those that Are Sodales of lewd Persons, drunkards, Adulterers, Gamesters, etc. grow poor? Hath not God again said, Curae 28.19. cc n1 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp n2, np1 crd? q-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi d cst vbr n2 pp-f j n2, n2, n2, n2, av vvb j? vhz xx np1 av vvd, np1 crd. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8744 That he who followeth after vain persons shall have poverty enough? O Israel (saith God by the Prophet Hoseah) Thou hast destroyed thy self, That he who follows After vain Persons shall have poverty enough? Oh Israel (Says God by the Prophet Hosea) Thou hast destroyed thy self, cst pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp j n2 vmb vhi n1 av-d? uh np1 (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1 np1) pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8745 but in me is thy help. Hos. 13.9. it is true as to mens eternal ruine, but the Prophet there primarily speaks of mens destroying themselves, by being the causes of punishments in this life to themselves: but in me is thy help. Hos. 13.9. it is true as to men's Eternal ruin, but the Prophet there primarily speaks of men's destroying themselves, by being the Causes of punishments in this life to themselves: cc-acp p-acp pno11 vbz po21 n1. np1 crd. pn31 vbz j c-acp p-acp ng2 j n1, cc-acp dt n1 a-acp av-j vvz a-acp ng2 vvg px32, p-acp vbg dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1 p-acp px32: (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8746 men destroy their own lives, healths, bodys, by drunkenness, gluttony, uncleanness; men destroy their own lives, healths, bodies, by Drunkenness, gluttony, uncleanness; n2 vvb po32 d n2, n2, n2, p-acp n1, n1, n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8747 their estates by sloth and luxury, the comforts of their own lives, by giving an unbridled liberty to their lusts, their estates by sloth and luxury, the comforts of their own lives, by giving an unbridled liberty to their Lustiest, po32 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1, dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, p-acp vvg dt j-vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8748 and passions, indulging the lustings of their flesh. The righteous God is not to be accused for any of these things. and passion, indulging the lustings of their Flesh. The righteous God is not to be accused for any of these things. cc n2, vvg dt n2-vvg pp-f po32 n1. dt j np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d pp-f d n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8749 He hath given men a righteous law, which to their reason approveth it self to be holy, spiritual, just, He hath given men a righteous law, which to their reason approveth it self to be holy, spiritual, just, pns31 vhz vvn n2 dt j n1, r-crq p-acp po32 n1 vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vbi j, j, j, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8750 and good, but they are carnal, sold unto sin, slaves to their appetites, to their sensual faculties; and good, but they Are carnal, sold unto since, slaves to their appetites, to their sensual faculties; cc j, cc-acp pns32 vbr j, vvn p-acp n1, n2 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 j n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8751 and either ruine themselves by their irreligious, or immoral behaviours, and doing those things over, which if God had not by his severe threatnings in his word, hung a sword of Divine Vengeance; and either ruin themselves by their irreligious, or immoral behaviours, and doing those things over, which if God had not by his severe threatenings in his word, hung a sword of Divine Vengeance; cc av-d vvi px32 p-acp po32 j, cc j n2, cc vdg d n2 a-acp, r-crq cs np1 vhd xx p-acp po31 j n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1, vvd dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8752 yet in themselves, and of their own nature they have a tendency to destroy life, health, to wast and consume estates, yet in themselves, and of their own nature they have a tendency to destroy life, health, to wast and consume estates, av p-acp px32, cc pp-f po32 d n1 pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8753 and to deprive them of all those good things which may accommodate their lives, and make them sweet, and pleasant to them: and to deprive them of all those good things which may accommodate their lives, and make them sweet, and pleasant to them: cc pc-acp vvi pno32 pp-f d d j n2 r-crq vmb vvi po32 n2, cc vvi pno32 j, cc j p-acp pno32: (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 446
8754 and in the day of their affliction they must lay the fault upon themselves, and excuse God in the motions of his Providence, acknowledging that it hath but fulfilled his word, and in the day of their affliction they must lay the fault upon themselves, and excuse God in the motions of his Providence, acknowledging that it hath but fulfilled his word, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp px32, cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvg cst pn31 vhz p-acp vvn po31 n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8755 and brought to pass the just threatnings of his word; and brought to pass the just threatenings of his word; cc vvd pc-acp vvi dt j n2-vvg pp-f po31 n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8756 nay not so only, but that it hath only brought natural things to pass in a natural order, nay not so only, but that it hath only brought natural things to pass in a natural order, uh-x xx av av-j, cc-acp cst pn31 vhz av-j vvn j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8757 and by natural ways and means; and by natural ways and means; cc p-acp j n2 cc n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8758 suffering poor sinful wretches, to walk in their own ways, and then penally producing the effects, the natural and proper effects of such courses, suffering poor sinful wretches, to walk in their own ways, and then penally producing the effects, the natural and proper effects of such courses, vvg j j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc av av-j vvg dt n2, dt j cc j n2 pp-f d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8759 and giving them the fruit of their own doings, filling them with their own ways, and giving them the fruit of their own doings, filling them with their own ways, cc vvg pno32 dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2-vdg, vvg pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8760 and with that calamity and misery, which they like foolish people have pulled down upon their own heads, and with that calamity and misery, which they like foolish people have pulled down upon their own Heads, cc p-acp d n1 cc n1, r-crq pns32 av-j j n1 vhb vvn a-acp p-acp po32 d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8761 and could reasonably expect no other issue than what they meet with. and could reasonably expect no other issue than what they meet with. cc vmd av-j vvi dx j-jn n1 cs q-crq pns32 vvb p-acp. (38) sermon (DIV3) 855 Page 447
8784 but if that be too far off, for men who have not faith, to be affected with, and moved by; but if that be too Far off, for men who have not faith, to be affected with, and moved by; p-acp cs d vbb av av-j a-acp, c-acp n2 r-crq vhb xx n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp; (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8762 Ʋse 3. In the last place, how doth this call upon all men after the example of holy David to make the word of God a lamp unto their feet, Ʋse 3. In the last place, how does this call upon all men After the Exampl of holy David to make the word of God a lamp unto their feet, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq vdz d vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 856 Page 447
8763 and a light unto their paths? Not to be conformed to the world, but transformed through the renewing of their minds, that they may prove what is the good, and a Light unto their paths? Not to be conformed to the world, but transformed through the renewing of their minds, that they may prove what is the good, cc dt n1 p-acp po32 n2? xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi r-crq vbz dt j, (38) sermon (DIV3) 856 Page 447
8764 and acceptable, and perfect will of God, Rom. 12.2. You remember I reduced the whole will of God concerning us to three heads: and acceptable, and perfect will of God, Rom. 12.2. You Remember I reduced the Whole will of God Concerning us to three Heads: cc j, cc j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. pn22 vvb pns11 vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno12 p-acp crd n2: (38) sermon (DIV3) 856 Page 447
8765 indeed two comprehend all, 1. Piety towards God. 2. Probity or honesty of conversation before men; indeed two comprehend all, 1. Piety towards God. 2. Probity or honesty of Conversation before men; av crd vvi d, crd n1 p-acp np1. crd n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 856 Page 447
8766 now that last comprehendeth all acts of justice, and charity, or kindness and Brotherly love. now that last comprehendeth all acts of Justice, and charity, or kindness and Brotherly love. av d ord vvz d n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc n1 cc av-j n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 856 Page 447
8767 1. Let Magistrates command their Subjects, Masters of Families command their Eamilies the fear of the Lord; 1. Let Magistrates command their Subject's, Masters of Families command their Eamilies the Fear of the Lord; crd vvb n2 vvi po32 n2-jn, n2 pp-f n2 vvb po32 n2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8768 and set examples of Religion before them; and Set Examples of Religion before them; cc vvd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8769 let them give people liberty to serve and worship God, and exhort and encourage them to do so. let them give people liberty to serve and worship God, and exhort and encourage them to do so. vvb pno32 vvi n1 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1, cc vvi cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vdi av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8770 Let them restrain irreligion, and prophaneness; Let them restrain irreligion, and profaneness; vvb pno32 vvi n1, cc n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8771 observe if those Nations, those Towns and Cities, those Families do not most thrive, amongst whom God is most strictly served and worshipped; observe if those nations, those Towns and Cities, those Families do not most thrive, among whom God is most strictly served and worshipped; vvb cs d n2, d n2 cc n2, d n2 vdb xx ds vvb, p-acp ro-crq np1 vbz av-ds av-j vvn cc vvn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8772 if in those places where there is least of Religion, there be not also most beggery and poverty, if in those places where there is least of Religion, there be not also most beggary and poverty, cs p-acp d n2 c-crq pc-acp vbz ds pp-f n1, pc-acp vbb xx av av-ds n1 cc n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8773 like an armed man rushing in upon them. Hark what Solomon saith, Prov. 3.13. Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding. like an armed man rushing in upon them. Hark what Solomon Says, Curae 3.13. Happy is the man that finds Wisdom, and the man that gets understanding. av-j dt j-vvn n1 vvg p-acp p-acp pno32. vvb r-crq np1 vvz, np1 crd. j vbz dt n1 cst vvz n1, cc dt n1 cst vvz n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8774 v. 16. Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left riches and honour. v. 16. Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left riches and honour. n1 crd n1 pp-f n2 vbz p-acp po31 j-jn n1, cc p-acp po31 j n2 cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 857 Page 447
8775 2. Let every one maintain justice and judgement, giving to every one their due, according to the capacities in which they are: 2. Let every one maintain Justice and judgement, giving to every one their endue, according to the capacities in which they Are: crd vvb d crd vvi n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp d crd po32 n-jn, vvg p-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr: (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 447
8776 Magistrates truly dispense distributive justice, giving out rewards to good men, and inflicting punishments upon evil men, according to their merits; Magistrates truly dispense distributive Justice, giving out rewards to good men, and inflicting punishments upon evil men, according to their merits; n2 av-j vvi j n1, vvg av n2 p-acp j n2, cc vvg n2 p-acp j-jn n2, vvg p-acp po32 n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 448
8777 discountenancing all violence and oppression, all luxury, and intemperance; in short, all manner of sin, and debauchery. discountenancing all violence and oppression, all luxury, and intemperance; in short, all manner of since, and debauchery. vvg d n1 cc n1, d n1, cc n1; p-acp j, d n1 pp-f n1, cc n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 448
8778 Let private persons give their due to their Superiors, their Inferiors and Equals: Let private Persons give their endue to their Superiors, their Inferiors and Equals: vvb j n2 vvb po32 n-jn p-acp po32 n2-jn, po32 n2-jn cc n2-jn: (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 448
8779 for what is that which God requires, but to deal justly? Let them be just in their dealigns one with another, not cozening, for what is that which God requires, but to deal justly? Let them be just in their dealigns one with Another, not cozening, p-acp r-crq vbz d r-crq np1 vvz, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av-j? vvb pno32 vbi j p-acp po32 n2 pi p-acp n-jn, xx vvg, (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 448
8780 and cheating, and defrauding one another. and cheating, and defrauding one Another. cc vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn. (38) sermon (DIV3) 858 Page 448
8781 3. Finally, Let all men according to the Apostles exhortation, study to be quiet, to forbear biting, and devouring one another; 3. Finally, Let all men according to the Apostles exhortation, study to be quiet, to forbear biting, and devouring one Another; crd av-j, vvb d n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 n1, vvb pc-acp vbi j-jn, pc-acp vvi vvg, cc vvg pi j-jn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8782 and indeavour to live peaceably and at unity, following peace with all men, and doing what good offices lie in their power each to another, according to the command of God. and endeavour to live peaceably and At unity, following peace with all men, and doing what good Offices lie in their power each to Another, according to the command of God. cc n1 pc-acp vvi av-j cc p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp d n2, cc vdg q-crq j n2 vvb p-acp po32 n1 d p-acp j-jn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8785 there are, you see, other promises to incourage these things, even promises of sensible goods, length of days, riches and honor, and whatsoever our sensitive appetite desireth, there Are, you see, other promises to encourage these things, even promises of sensible goods, length of days, riches and honour, and whatsoever our sensitive appetite Desires, pc-acp vbr, pn22 vvb, j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi d n2, av vvz pp-f j n2-j, n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n1, cc r-crq po12 j n1 vvz, (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8786 and calleth good, as grateful, and acceptable to it. Mal. 3.10. Bring you (saith God) all the tythes into the Storehouse, that there may be meat in my House; and calls good, as grateful, and acceptable to it. Malachi 3.10. Bring you (Says God) all the Tithes into the Storehouse, that there may be meat in my House; cc vvz j, c-acp j, cc j p-acp pn31. np1 crd. vvb pn22 (vvz np1) d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, cst a-acp vmb vbi n1 p-acp po11 n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8787 and prove me now herewith (saith the Lord of hosts): and prove me now herewith (Says the Lord of hosts): cc vvb pno11 av av (vvz dt n1 pp-f n2): (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8788 If I will not open unto you the windows of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room to receive it; If I will not open unto you the windows of Heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room to receive it; cs pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22 dt n2 pp-f n1, cc vvb pn22 av dt n1, cst a-acp vmb xx vbi n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8789 and I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of the ground, and I will rebuke the devourer for your sakes, and he shall not destroy the fruits of the ground, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8790 neither shall the vine cast her fruit, before the time, in the field (saith the Lord of hosts). neither shall the vine cast her fruit, before the time, in the field (Says the Lord of hosts). dx vmb dt n1 vvd po31 n1, p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 (vvz dt n1 pp-f n2). (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8791 The Prophet there mentioneth but one thing, not robbing God of his tythes, but certainly it is to be understood synecdochically. The Prophet there mentioneth but one thing, not robbing God of his Tithes, but Certainly it is to be understood synecdochically. dt n1 a-acp vvz p-acp crd n1, xx vvg n1 pp-f po31 n2, p-acp av-j pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn av-j. (38) sermon (DIV3) 859 Page 448
8792 We may certainly (by warrant of that Text) speak to all people, all families, all persons. We may Certainly (by warrant of that Text) speak to all people, all families, all Persons. pns12 vmb av-j (p-acp n1 pp-f d n1) vvb p-acp d n1, d n2, d n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8793 Worship God, set up the practice of Religion in all your Societies; Worship God, Set up the practice of Religion in all your Societies; n1 np1, vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d po22 n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8794 do justly, study peace and amity one with another, and try God herewith, if he will not open to you the windows of Heaven, do justly, study peace and amity one with Another, and try God herewith, if he will not open to you the windows of Heaven, vdb av-j, vvb n1 cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn, cc vvi np1 av, cs pns31 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn22 dt n2 pp-f n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8795 and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. cc vvb pn22 av dt n1, cst a-acp vmb xx vbi n1 av-d pc-acp vvi pn31. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8796 We complain that poverty is breaking in upon us, like an armed man; Trade faileth, Estates waste, men every-where come to beggery. We complain that poverty is breaking in upon us, like an armed man; Trade Faileth, Estates waste, men everywhere come to beggary. pns12 vvb d n1 vbz vvg p-acp p-acp pno12, av-j dt j-vvn n1; n1 vvz, n2 vvb, n2 j vvn p-acp n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8797 We must lay all the fault upon our selves; God is not altered in the course of his Providence; the change is in us. We must lay all the fault upon our selves; God is not altered in the course of his Providence; the change is in us. pns12 vmb vvi d dt n1 p-acp po12 n2; np1 vbz xx vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; dt n1 vbz p-acp pno12. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8798 The world as to matters of justice, is grown but one great cheat: every one studies by violence to oppress his neighbour, the greater devours the less, The world as to matters of Justice, is grown but one great cheat: every one studies by violence to oppress his neighbour, the greater devours the less, dt n1 c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp crd j n1: d crd n2 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt jc vvz dt av-dc, (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8799 like the fish in the Sea: like the Fish in the Sea: av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 448
8800 men in their Trades and dealings, do but study to circumvent one another, and to go beyond them in buyings and sellings, and bargains and exchanges. men in their Trades and dealings, do but study to circumvent one Another, and to go beyond them in buyings and sellings, and bargains and exchanges. n2 p-acp po32 n2 cc n2-vvg, vdb p-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pi j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp n2 cc n2-vvg, cc n2 cc n2. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8801 Men are grown generally like Ishmaelites, every mans tongue and hand is against his Brother, and his Brother's is against him again. Men Are grown generally like Ishmaelites, every men tongue and hand is against his Brother, and his Brother's is against him again. n2 vbr vvn av-j j np2, d ng1 n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 ng1 vbz p-acp pno31 av. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8802 God never commanded a blessing upon any part of the world that was of such a complexion. God never commanded a blessing upon any part of the world that was of such a complexion. np1 av-x vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbds pp-f d dt n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8803 Let me conclude all with the Apostles words, 1 Pet. 3.10, 11, 12. He hath been perswading in that Chapter, the relative duties of Wives, and Husbands, in the seven first verses; Let me conclude all with the Apostles words, 1 Pet. 3.10, 11, 12. He hath been persuading in that Chapter, the relative duties of Wives, and Husbands, in the seven First Verses; vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp dt n2 n2, crd np1 crd, crd, crd pns31 vhz vbn vvg p-acp d n1, dt j n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, p-acp dt crd ord n2; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8804 vers. 8. he speaks more generally, Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another; vers. 8. he speaks more generally, Finally, be you all of one mind, having compassion one of Another; fw-la. crd pns31 vvz av-dc av-j, av-j, vbb pn22 d pp-f crd n1, vhg n1 crd pp-f j-jn; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8805 love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: love as brothers, be pitiful, be courteous: vvb a-acp n2, vbb j, vbb j: (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8806 not rendring evil for evil, or railing for railing, &c. Now mark the Argument he useth, vers. 10. For he that will love life, not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing, etc. Now mark the Argument he uses, vers. 10. For he that will love life, xx vvg n-jn p-acp n-jn, cc vvg p-acp n-vvg, av av vvb dt n1 pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd c-acp pns31 cst vmb vvi n1, (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8807 and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips, that they speak no guile: and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips, that they speak no guile: cc vvi j n2, vvb pno31 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n-jn, cc po31 n2, cst pns32 vvb dx n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8808 let him eschew evil and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it; let him eschew evil and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it; vvb pno31 vvi j-jn cc vdb j; vvb pno31 vvi n1, cc vvi pn31; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8809 for the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous and his ears are open unto their cry; for the eyes of the Lord Are over the righteous and his ears Are open unto their cry; p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr p-acp dt j cc po31 n2 vbr j p-acp po32 n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8810 but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil. And this is demonstrated by the frowns of his Providence upon them. but the face of the Lord is against them that do evil. And this is demonstrated by the frowns of his Providence upon them. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp pno32 cst vdb j-jn. cc d vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8811 The Apostle takes this out of Psal. 34. So that you see it is the Doctrine of both Testaments, The Apostle Takes this out of Psalm 34. So that you see it is the Doctrine of both Testaments, dt n1 vvz d av pp-f np1 crd av cst pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d n2, (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8812 and what you shall observe, God confirming every day in the issues of his Providence daily fulfilling his word. and what you shall observe, God confirming every day in the issues of his Providence daily fulfilling his word. cc r-crq pn22 vmb vvi, np1 vvg d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 av-j vvg po31 n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8813 But I shall add no more upon this Observation, and also here shut up my discourses upon the Observanda Providentiae. And hereafter pass on to the last part of my intended Discourse, concerning the NONLATINALPHABET, the difficult things of Divine Providence; But I shall add no more upon this Observation, and also Here shut up my discourses upon the Observanda Providentiae. And hereafter pass on to the last part of my intended Discourse, Concerning the, the difficult things of Divine Providence; p-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1, cc av av vvn a-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt fw-la fw-la. cc av vvb a-acp p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po11 j-vvn n1, vvg dt, dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8814 in the motions of which, it is true which the Apostle saith of Pauls Epistles, there are many hard things, difficult to be understood, which ignorant and unstable persons are very prone to wrest to their own destruction: in the motions of which, it is true which the Apostle Says of Paul's Epistles, there Are many hard things, difficult to be understood, which ignorant and unstable Persons Are very prove to wrest to their own destruction: p-acp dt n2 pp-f r-crq, pn31 vbz j r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f npg1 n2, pc-acp vbr d j n2, j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq j cc j n2 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n1: (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8815 to prevent which, God willing, I shall attempt something in my succeeding Discourses upon this Argument. to prevent which, God willing, I shall attempt something in my succeeding Discourses upon this Argument. pc-acp vvi r-crq, np1 vvg, pns11 vmb vvi pi p-acp po11 j-vvg n2 p-acp d n1. (38) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 449
8816 Galat. III. 22. But the Scripture hath concluded all under sin: that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to them that believe. Galatians III. 22. But the Scripture hath concluded all under since: that the promise by faith in jesus christ, might be given to them that believe. np1 np1. crd p-acp dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp n1: cst dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 860 Page 450
8817 I Am now come to the last part of my designed Discourse. I Am now come to the last part of my designed Discourse. pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po11 vvd n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8818 In my first, I asserted the Doctrine of Divine Providence, against ancient and modern Atheists. I opened it in the nature and principal Acts of it. In my First, I asserted the Doctrine of Divine Providence, against ancient and modern Atheists. I opened it in the nature and principal Acts of it. p-acp po11 ord, pns11 vvn dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp j cc j n2. pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc j-jn n2 pp-f pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8819 In the Second, I 1. shewed you the specialties of it. 2. Wherein you must stand still, In the Second, I 1. showed you the specialties of it. 2. Wherein you must stand still, p-acp dt ord, pns11 crd vvd pn22 dt n2 pp-f pn31. crd c-crq pn22 vmb vvi av, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8820 and admire it in the depths, and unsearchable things of it. 3. I directed you how to make some observations upon the more ordinary and intelligible motions of it. and admire it in the depths, and unsearchable things of it. 3. I directed you how to make Some observations upon the more ordinary and intelligible motions of it. cc vvb pn31 p-acp dt n2, cc j n2 pp-f pn31. crd pns11 vvd pn22 c-crq pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n2 pp-f pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8821 I am now come to open some hard Chapters, in this great and excellent book; I am now come to open Some hard Chapters, in this great and excellent book; pns11 vbm av vvn pc-acp vvi d j n2, p-acp d j cc j n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8822 and to reconcile this great work of God, to his most holy nuture, and that infinite justice goodness, wisdom and truth, which are inseparable from it. and to reconcile this great work of God, to his most holy nuture, and that infinite Justice Goodness, Wisdom and truth, which Are inseparable from it. cc pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 av-ds j j-jn, cc d j n1 n1, n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
8823 I take it to be a work worthy of a Divine, to make a rationale divinorum operum; to give a reasonable account of the Divine works, humbly adoring God in them, I take it to be a work worthy of a Divine, to make a rationale Divinorum Operum; to give a reasonable account of the Divine works, humbly adoring God in them, pns11 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 j pp-f dt j-jn, pc-acp vvi dt fw-la fw-la fw-la; pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2, av-j vvg np1 p-acp pno32, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 450
9192 but only to vindicate the Providence of God, upon the supposal of the truth of them, but only to vindicate the Providence of God, upon the supposal of the truth of them, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, (41) sermon (DIV3) 902 Page 470
8824 yet inquiring into them, and that, non tam ad mentis otium, quam ad cordis usum (as Nierembergius saith) not so much for the exercise of our wits, yet inquiring into them, and that, non tam ad mentis otium, quam ad Cordis usum (as nierembergius Says) not so much for the exercise of our wits, av vvg p-acp pno32, cc cst, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz) xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8825 as for the use of our souls. as for the use of our Souls. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8826 It advantageth the works of God to our souls, when they appear no other than reasonable to us; It advantageth the works of God to our Souls, when they appear no other than reasonable to us; pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2, c-crq pns32 vvb dx n-jn cs j p-acp pno12; (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8827 and I think the same Author speaketh well, when he saith, Nullum puto consilium Divinum, cujus non aliqua ratio reddi potest, nullum cujus omnis reddatur, ita & inscrutabilia sunt divina opera, and I think the same Author speaks well, when he Says, Nullum puto consilium Divinum, cujus non Any ratio reddi potest, nullum cujus omnis reddatur, ita & inscrutabilia sunt Divine opera, cc pns11 vvb dt d n1 vvz av, c-crq pns31 vvz, fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8828 & digna ut scrutemur, & facilia; & Digna ut scrutemur, & facilia; cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la; (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8829 that is, I do not think any Divine Counsel can be named, of which we may not give some reasonable account, that is, I do not think any Divine Counsel can be nam, of which we may not give Some reasonable account, cst vbz, pns11 vdb xx vvi d j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb xx vvi d j n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8830 though there be likewise none, of which we can give a perfect account; though there be likewise none, of which we can give a perfect account; cs pc-acp vbi av pi, pp-f r-crq pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8831 so as the Divine works, are at the same time both unsearchable, and also worthy and easie, to be searched out. I shall not so much as propound to my self or you, to resolve all the seeming riddles and difficulties of Actual Providence. I shall only discourse some of them, which seem most obvious, so as the Divine works, Are At the same time both unsearchable, and also worthy and easy, to be searched out. I shall not so much as propound to my self or you, to resolve all the seeming riddles and difficulties of Actual Providence. I shall only discourse Some of them, which seem most obvious, av c-acp dt j-jn n2, vbr p-acp dt d n1 d j, cc av j cc j, pc-acp vbi vvn av. pns11 vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvi p-acp po11 n1 cc pn22, pc-acp vvi d dt j-vvg n2 cc n2 pp-f j n1. pns11 vmb av-j vvi d pp-f pno32, r-crq vvb av-ds j, (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8832 and readiest to stumble our thoughts; and those which I shall speak to, shall chiefly refer to these heads. and Readiest to Stumble our thoughts; and those which I shall speak to, shall chiefly refer to these Heads. cc js pc-acp vvi po12 n2; cc d r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, vmb av-jn vvi p-acp d n2. (40) sermon (DIV3) 861 Page 451
8833 1. The exhibition of the Covenant of works, after the establishment of the Eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace; 1. The exhibition of the Covenant of works, After the establishment of the Eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace; crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 862 Page 451
8834 and the exhibition or tender of grace indefinitely to all, after the decree of election, and the fall of man. and the exhibition or tender of grace indefinitely to all, After the Decree of election, and the fallen of man. cc dt n1 cc j pp-f n1 av-j p-acp d, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 862 Page 451
8835 2. The permission of sin, and so much sin in the world. 3. The punitive Providence of God. 2. The permission of since, and so much since in the world. 3. The punitive Providence of God. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av d n1 p-acp dt n1. crd dt j n1 pp-f np1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 863 Page 451
8836 4. The dispensation of the external, or internal & more effectual means of grace. I shall speak to divers seeming difficulties, that will fall under these four heads; 4. The Dispensation of the external, or internal & more effectual means of grace. I shall speak to diverse seeming difficulties, that will fallen under these four Heads; crd dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc j cc av-dc j n2 pp-f n1. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j j-vvg n2, cst vmb vvi p-acp d crd n2; (40) sermon (DIV3) 865 Page 451
8837 and at this time begin with the first of these. and At this time begin with the First of these. cc p-acp d n1 vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f d. (40) sermon (DIV3) 866 Page 451
8838 It was one of the first acts of Divine Providence that we read of, immediately succeeding the creation. Gen. 2.15. It was one of the First acts of Divine Providence that we read of, immediately succeeding the creation. Gen. 2.15. pn31 vbds pi pp-f dt ord n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cst pns12 vvb pp-f, av-j vvg dt n1. np1 crd. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8839 And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it, and to keep it; And the Lord God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it, and to keep it; cc dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1, cc vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31, cc pc-acp vvi pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8840 and the Lord God commanded the man, saying, of every tree of the garden thou maist freely eat, and the Lord God commanded the man, saying, of every tree of the garden thou Mayest freely eat, cc dt n1 np1 vvd dt n1, vvg, pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1 pns21 vm2 av-j vvi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8841 but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; for in the day thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely dye. but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil; for in the day thou Eatest thereof thou shalt surely die. cc-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j cc j-jn; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pns21 vv2 av pns21 vm2 av-j vvi. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8842 Under that threatning is a promise of life, upon condition of obedience, as to the Law of God written in Adams heart. Under that threatening is a promise of life, upon condition of Obedience, as to the Law of God written in Adams heart. p-acp d vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp npg1 n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8858 2. The end or reason of the thing asserted, That the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe. 2. The end or reason of the thing asserted, That the promise by faith in jesus christ might be given to them that believe. crd dt vvb cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 452
8843 So to that positive Law given him for the trial of his obedience. I shall not engage my self deeply in the question, what death it is which God there threatneth to Adam. I am aware of the varieties of opinions: So to that positive Law given him for the trial of his Obedience. I shall not engage my self deeply in the question, what death it is which God there threatens to Adam. I am aware of the varieties of opinions: av p-acp cst j n1 vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 av-jn p-acp dt n1, r-crq n1 pn31 vbz r-crq np1 a-acp vvz p-acp np1. pns11 vbm j pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2: (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 451
8844 I take it for granted, that whatsoever falleth under the notion of death in Scripture is all comprehended under that threatning, In dying thou shalt dye (saith the Hebrew phrase), which we translate, Thou shalt surely dye. The threatning mentioneth neither one death nor another, I take it for granted, that whatsoever falls under the notion of death in Scripture is all comprehended under that threatening, In dying thou shalt die (Says the Hebrew phrase), which we translate, Thou shalt surely die. The threatening mentioneth neither one death nor Another, pns11 vvb pn31 p-acp vvn, cst r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 vbz d vvd p-acp d j-vvg, p-acp vvg pns21 vm2 vvi (vvz dt njp n1), r-crq pns12 vvb, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi. dt j-vvg vvz dx crd n1 ccx j-jn, (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8845 but is indefinite, and of the same force, as if universal, and it is accordingly used in Scripture, to signifie all kind of death, but is indefinite, and of the same force, as if universal, and it is accordingly used in Scripture, to signify all kind of death, cc-acp vbz j, cc pp-f dt d n1, c-acp cs j, cc pn31 vbz av-vvg vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8846 as Ezek. 18. and in many other places, and out of doubt there falleth under that threatning whatsoever was contrary to the felicity of Adam in that estate. as Ezekiel 18. and in many other places, and out of doubt there falls under that threatening whatsoever was contrary to the felicity of Adam in that estate. c-acp np1 crd cc p-acp d j-jn n2, cc av pp-f n1 a-acp vvz p-acp d n-vvg r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8847 I do therefore agree with the ancient and modern Divines, who understand death, Corporal, Spiritual, and Eternal, there threatned in case of disobedience, I do Therefore agree with the ancient and modern Divines, who understand death, Corporal, Spiritual, and Eternal, there threatened in case of disobedience, pns11 vdb av vvi p-acp dt j cc j n2-jn, r-crq vvb n1, j, j, cc j, a-acp vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8848 and life, Corporal, Spiritual, and Eternal, there promised in case of obedience. and life, Corporal, Spiritual, and Eternal, there promised in case of Obedience. cc n1, j, j, cc j, a-acp vvd p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8849 Now hence ariseth a great difficulty, there were two great Acts of God, with relation to man, passed before this Act of Providence. 1. The decree of Election, by which God had not only stated the number of those that should be saved, but chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, Ephes. 1.6. 2. The eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace. Now hence arises a great difficulty, there were two great Acts of God, with Relation to man, passed before this Act of Providence. 1. The Decree of Election, by which God had not only stated the number of those that should be saved, but chosen us in him before the Foundation of the world, Ephesians 1.6. 2. The Eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace. av av vvz dt j n1, pc-acp vbdr crd j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vhd xx av-j vvn dt n1 pp-f d cst vmd vbi vvn, p-acp vvn pno12 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. crd dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8850 By which the salvation of man was setled, to be obtained not by working, but by believing in him that justifieth the ungodly; By which the salvation of man was settled, to be obtained not by working, but by believing in him that Justifieth the ungodly; p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn xx p-acp vvg, p-acp p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt j; (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8851 that is, not to be obtained by the merits of our own works, but by the merits of Christ, imputed to us for righteousness, that is, not to be obtained by the merits of our own works, but by the merits of christ, imputed to us for righteousness, cst vbz, xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 d n2, p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8852 and to be by faith apprehended and applied. Now here ariseth the difficulty. and to be by faith apprehended and applied. Now Here arises the difficulty. cc pc-acp vbi p-acp n1 vvn cc vvn. av av vvz dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 867 Page 452
8853 Quest. How it could consist with the wisdom and truth of God, having thus in his eternal counsels resolved, that there should be no other name under heaven, no other way or means of salvation, Quest. How it could consist with the Wisdom and truth of God, having thus in his Eternal Counsels resolved, that there should be no other name under heaven, no other Way or means of salvation, n1. c-crq pn31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vhg av p-acp po31 j n2 vvn, cst a-acp vmd vbi dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, dx j-jn n1 cc n2 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 868 Page 452
8854 but by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ, to propound a way of salvation to be obtained by mens working and obedience to the Law of God, especially when he did aforeknow that man would break this first Covenant, but by believing in the Lord jesus christ, to propound a Way of salvation to be obtained by men's working and Obedience to the Law of God, especially when he did aforeknow that man would break this First Covenant, cc-acp p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp ng2 vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av-j c-crq pns31 vdd vvi d n1 vmd vvi d ord n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 868 Page 452
8855 and no man should be saved upon the terms of it. and no man should be saved upon the terms of it. cc dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 868 Page 452
8856 That I might speak something to shew you the reasonableness of this motion I have made choice of this Text, in which you have, That I might speak something to show you the reasonableness of this motion I have made choice of this Text, in which you have, cst pns11 vmd vvi pi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vhb, (40) sermon (DIV3) 868 Page 452
8857 1. An assertion. The Scripture hath concluded all under wrath. 1. an assertion. The Scripture hath concluded all under wrath. crd dt n1. dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 869 Page 452
8859 A text much parallel to that, Rom. 11.32. He hath concluded all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all. A text much parallel to that, Rom. 11.32. He hath concluded all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all. dt n1 d n1 p-acp d, np1 crd. pns31 vhz vvn d p-acp n1, cst pns31 vmd vhi n1 p-acp d. (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 452
8860 This Text saith, the Scripture hath done it; This Text Says, the Scripture hath done it; d n1 vvz, dt n1 vhz vdn pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 452
8861 that text saith, God hath done it, there's no contradiction in it, the Scriptures are the word of God; that text Says, God hath done it, there's no contradiction in it, the Scriptures Are the word of God; cst n1 vvz, np1 vhz vdn pn31, pc-acp|vbz dx n1 p-acp pn31, dt n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 452
8862 if the Scripture hath concluded all under wrath, God hath done it. if the Scripture hath concluded all under wrath, God hath done it. cs dt n1 vhz vvn d p-acp n1, np1 vhz vdn pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 452
8863 Now how hath the Scripture done this? or how hath God done it, but by first making man in his own image, writing his law in his heart; Now how hath the Scripture done this? or how hath God done it, but by First making man in his own image, writing his law in his heart; av q-crq vhz dt n1 vdn d? cc q-crq vhz np1 vdn pn31, cc-acp p-acp ord vvg n1 p-acp po31 d n1, vvg po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 453
8864 then adding that positive law, forbidding him to eat of the tree of forbidden fruit; then adding that positive law, forbidding him to eat of the tree of forbidden fruit; av vvg d j n1, vvg pno31 p-acp vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 453
8865 after this suffering him to eat, by which not Adam only, but all mankind (then in him) lost the Image of God, After this suffering him to eat, by which not Adam only, but all mankind (then in him) lost the Image of God, p-acp d vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq xx np1 av-j, cc-acp d n1 (cs p-acp pno31) vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 453
8866 and all were concluded under sin: and to what purpose was all this? The text telleth us, That the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to all that believe. and all were concluded under since: and to what purpose was all this? The text Telleth us, That the promise by faith in jesus christ might be given to all that believe. cc d vbdr vvn p-acp n1: cc p-acp r-crq n1 vbds d d? dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d cst vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 453
8867 If you please, I shall make my whole discourse, but a demonstration of this Proposition. If you please, I shall make my Whole discourse, but a demonstration of this Proposition. cs pn22 vvb, pns11 vmb vvi po11 j-jn n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 870 Page 453
8868 Prop. That God in infinite wisdom, by his Providence gave out the Law or Covenant of works, suffering the first man to fall; Prop. That God in infinite Wisdom, by his Providence gave out the Law or Covenant of works, suffering the First man to fallen; np1 cst np1 p-acp j n1, p-acp po31 n1 vvd av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, vvg dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi; (40) sermon (DIV3) 871 Page 453
8869 and all (in him) by the fall, to be concluded under wrath. and all (in him) by the fallen, to be concluded under wrath. cc d (p-acp pno31) p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 871 Page 453
8870 My business must be to shew you the exceeding reasonableness and wisdom of God in this dispensation. My business must be to show you the exceeding reasonableness and Wisdom of God in this Dispensation. po11 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 871 Page 453
8871 I shall open this to you in five or six particulars. I shall open this to you in five or six particulars. pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (40) sermon (DIV3) 871 Page 453
8872 1. It neither was, nor could be Gods design in it, that any one soul should be saved by the fulfilling of it, 1. It neither was, nor could be God's Design in it, that any one soul should be saved by the fulfilling of it, crd pn31 av-dx vbds, ccx vmd vbi npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, cst d crd n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8873 but that he might by it make way for the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace, which is indeed what the text saith, That the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe. but that he might by it make Way for the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace, which is indeed what the text Says, That the promise by faith in jesus christ might be given to them that believe. cc-acp cst pns31 vmd p-acp pn31 vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz av q-crq dt n1 vvz, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8874 It is manifest that it was never any part of Gods design and counsel in his first exhibiting the Covenant of Works (or making it rather, It is manifest that it was never any part of God's Design and counsel in his First exhibiting the Covenant of Works (or making it rather, pn31 vbz j cst pn31 vbds av-x d n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 ord vvg dt n1 pp-f vvz (cc vvg pn31 av-c, (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8875 for that was made immediately betwixt God and Adam in paradise), that any soul should be saved by it, for that was made immediately betwixt God and Adam in paradise), that any soul should be saved by it, c-acp d vbds vvn av-j p-acp np1 cc np1 p-acp n1), cst d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pn31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8876 for as to this the Apostles words are true, Gal. 3.21. If there had been a law, which could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law. for as to this the Apostles words Are true, Gal. 3.21. If there had been a law, which could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law. c-acp c-acp p-acp d dt n2 n2 vbr j, np1 crd. cs a-acp vhd vbn dt n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn n1, av-j n1 vmd vhi vbn p-acp dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8877 The Apostle in that text may be speaking of the law given to man in his lapsed estate; The Apostle in that text may be speaking of the law given to man in his lapsed estate; dt n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8878 but I say it is as true concerning the law given in the estate of innocency. but I say it is as true Concerning the law given in the estate of innocency. cc-acp pns11 vvb pn31 vbz a-acp j vvg dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8896 and so the law never had a power to give life, that is, it never was any ordination of God in order to such an end, and so the law never had a power to give life, that is, it never was any ordination of God in order to such an end, cc av dt n1 av-x vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, cst vbz, pn31 av-x vbds d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 p-acp d dt n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8879 But why could not the law give righteousness? As to our lapsed estate the Apostle tells you, Rom. 8.3. Because it was made weak through our flesh. But why could not the law give righteousness? As to our lapsed estate the Apostle tells you, Rom. 8.3. Because it was made weak through our Flesh. cc-acp q-crq vmd xx dt n1 vvb n1? c-acp p-acp po12 vvn n1 dt n1 vvz pn22, np1 crd. p-acp pn31 vbds vvn j p-acp po12 n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8880 But this cannot be said of man in his estate of innocency and original integrity, he then certainly had a posse non peccare; but then the eternal Counsel of God hindred, who had fixed the salvation of man upon another foot, having from eternity set apart the son of his love, But this cannot be said of man in his estate of innocency and original integrity, he then Certainly had a posse non Peccare; but then the Eternal Counsel of God hindered, who had fixed the salvation of man upon Another foot, having from eternity Set apart the son of his love, p-acp d vmbx vbi vvn pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc j-jn n1, pns31 av av-j vhd dt fw-la fw-la uh; p-acp av dt j n1 pp-f np1 vvd, r-crq vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j-jn n1, vhg p-acp n1 vvd av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8881 for the head of his elect, and chosen us in him, and ordained mans salvation by faith in him. for the head of his elect, and chosen us in him, and ordained men salvation by faith in him. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn, cc vvn pno12 p-acp pno31, cc vvd ng1 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8882 The law given in innocency, in respect of it self might have given life, what should have hindred? Eternal life was then the gift of God, The law given in innocency, in respect of it self might have given life, what should have hindered? Eternal life was then the gift of God, dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vmd vhi vvn n1, r-crq vmd vhi vvn? j n1 vbds av dt n1 pp-f np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8883 and God had annexed the promise of it to mans obedience; and God had annexed the promise of it to men Obedience; cc np1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp ng1 n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 453
8884 but it is as true, that if we respect the eternal Counsels of God, having fore ordained men to salvation upon a Covenant of grace made with the Son of his love; but it is as true, that if we respect the Eternal Counsels of God, having before ordained men to salvation upon a Covenant of grace made with the Son of his love; cc-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst cs pns12 vvb dt j ng1 pp-f np1, vhg p-acp vvn n2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 454
8885 even that law could not give life, it was not consistent with our being chosen in Christ. In short, the power in the law to give life, may be considered in a threefold habitude or respect. even that law could not give life, it was not consistent with our being chosen in christ. In short, the power in the law to give life, may be considered in a threefold habitude or respect. av d n1 vmd xx vvi n1, pn31 vbds xx j p-acp po12 vbg vvn p-acp np1. p-acp j, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 872 Page 454
8886 1. With respect to the law it self. Thus the law could have given life, if man had kept it; 1. With respect to the law it self. Thus the law could have given life, if man had kept it; crd p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. av dt n1 vmd vhi vvn n1, cs n1 vhd vvn pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 873 Page 454
8887 the law given to Adam could in this sense have given life, the law afterward upon Mount Sinai could have in this respect have given life. the law given to Adam could in this sense have given life, the law afterwards upon Mount Sinai could have in this respect have given life. dt n1 vvn p-acp np1 vmd p-acp d n1 vhb vvn n1, dt n1 av p-acp vvb np1 vmd vhi p-acp d n1 vhb vvn n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 873 Page 454
8888 If thou wilt enter into life (saith our Saviour) keep the Commandments. As to our lapsed estate, the Apostle saith no more than, that it is weak through our flesh; If thou wilt enter into life (Says our Saviour) keep the commandments. As to our lapsed estate, the Apostle Says no more than, that it is weak through our Flesh; cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp n1 (vvz po12 n1) vvb dt n2. c-acp p-acp po12 vvn n1, dt n1 vvz av-dx dc cs, cst pn31 vbz j p-acp po12 n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 873 Page 454
8889 that is, because we are not able to keep it; or else, secondly, 2. The law may be considered with respect unto man; that is, Because we Are not able to keep it; or Else, secondly, 2. The law may be considered with respect unto man; cst vbz, c-acp pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pn31; cc av, ord, crd dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 873 Page 454
8890 and he is considerable, either in his primitive state of innocency, or in his lapsed estate: if we consider man in the first estate, the law again might have given life; for it was the perfect rule of God at that time concerning man, and he is considerable, either in his primitive state of innocency, or in his lapsed estate: if we Consider man in the First estate, the law again might have given life; for it was the perfect Rule of God At that time Concerning man, cc pns31 vbz j, av-d p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp po31 vvn n1: cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 av vmd vhi vvn n1; p-acp pn31 vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vvg n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 874 Page 454
8891 and man had a power to keep it so, as nothing hindred, but that the law might have given life: and man had a power to keep it so, as nothing hindered, but that the law might have given life: cc n1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, c-acp pix vvn, cc-acp cst dt n1 vmd vhi vvn n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 874 Page 454
8892 but indeed if we consider man in his lapsed estate, the case is quite otherwise; but indeed if we Consider man in his lapsed estate, the case is quite otherwise; cc-acp av cs pns12 vvb n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1, dt n1 vbz av av; (40) sermon (DIV3) 874 Page 454
8893 for man was now made weak through his flesh, and unable to keep that law, which yet approved it self to his reason in that state, for man was now made weak through his Flesh, and unable to keep that law, which yet approved it self to his reason in that state, p-acp n1 vbds av vvn j p-acp po31 n1, cc j-u pc-acp vvi d n1, r-crq av vvd pn31 n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 874 Page 454
8894 as holy, spiritual, just, and good. as holy, spiritual, just, and good. c-acp j, j, j, cc j. (40) sermon (DIV3) 874 Page 454
8895 3. But (thirdly) the law may be considered in its power to give life, with respect to Gods counsels and purposes, fixed concerning the end and means of mans salvation from all eternity; 3. But (Thirdly) the law may be considered in its power to give life, with respect to God's Counsels and Purposes, fixed Concerning the end and means of men salvation from all eternity; crd cc-acp (ord) dt n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1, p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n2 cc n2, vvd vvg dt n1 cc n2 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp d n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8898 nor indeed is it possible that it should, for then it had been possible that the counsel of God could have been frustrated of its intendment, nor indeed is it possible that it should, for then it had been possible that the counsel of God could have been frustrated of its intendment, ccx av vbz pn31 j cst pn31 vmd, c-acp cs pn31 vhd vbn j cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vbn vvn pp-f po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8899 for never yet was any saved by any works of their own: for never yet was any saved by any works of their own: c-acp av-x av vbds d vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f po32 d: (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8900 But the giving of the law to man in innocency, was not, nor could be intended by God further than as a proper mean for the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace: But the giving of the law to man in innocency, was not, nor could be intended by God further than as a proper mean for the exhibition of the Covenant of Grace: cc-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbds xx, ccx vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 av-jc cs c-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8901 and for this it was so proper, that upon this Hypothesis, that the elect were (as the Apostle saith) chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, and that a Covenant of Grace, was made for mens salvation through faith, and believing in Christ; and for this it was so proper, that upon this Hypothesis, that the elect were (as the Apostle Says) chosen in christ before the Foundation of the world, and that a Covenant of Grace, was made for men's salvation through faith, and believing in christ; cc p-acp d pn31 vbds av j, cst p-acp d n1, cst dt vvb vbdr (c-acp dt n1 vvz) vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1, vbds vvn p-acp ng2 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp np1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8902 yet it is very difficult to imagine how the Providence of God could have brought this about otherwise, yet it is very difficult to imagine how the Providence of God could have brought this about otherwise, av pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi vvn d a-acp av, (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 454
8903 than by first making a Covenant of Works with man, then suffering him to fall and violate it, than by First making a Covenant of Works with man, then suffering him to fallen and violate it, cs p-acp ord vvg dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp n1, av vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 455
8904 and so be concluded under sin and wrath; and so be concluded under since and wrath; cc av vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 455
8905 I say it is hard to imagine, how otherwise God could have given out the promise to them that should believe in Jesus Christ. This I shall yet further open to you in five or six particulars. I say it is hard to imagine, how otherwise God could have given out the promise to them that should believe in jesus christ. This I shall yet further open to you in five or six particulars. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi, c-crq av np1 vmd vhi vvn av dt n1 p-acp pno32 cst vmd vvi p-acp np1 np1. d pns11 vmb av av-j j p-acp pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 455
8906 To this end I shall intreat you to consider, 1. That man was created in a state of innocency. To this end I shall entreat you to Consider, 1. That man was created in a state of innocency. p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi, crd cst n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 875 Page 455
8907 The Scripture saith so, that in the image of God he created man, and that is expounded to us by the Apostle, to have been in knowledg, righteousness, and holiness; and indeed it was impossible, that he should come out of the hands of God, other than holy and righteous. Divines say, the Image of God lay in Righteousness and Holiness, The Scripture Says so, that in the image of God he created man, and that is expounded to us by the Apostle, to have been in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness; and indeed it was impossible, that he should come out of the hands of God, other than holy and righteous. Divines say, the Image of God lay in Righteousness and Holiness, dt n1 vvz av, cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns31 vvd n1, cc d vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1; cc av pn31 vbds j, cst pns31 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, j-jn cs j cc j. vvz vvb, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8908 and that dominion over the Creatures, with which God invested him: and that dominion over the Creatures, with which God invested him: cc d n1 p-acp dt n2, p-acp r-crq np1 vvn pno31: (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8909 the last indeed was not necessary, but coming immediately out of the hands of an holy God, it was necessary that he should be created in righteousness and holiness. God saw all that he had made that it was good, good according to the nature. the last indeed was not necessary, but coming immediately out of the hands of an holy God, it was necessary that he should be created in righteousness and holiness. God saw all that he had made that it was good, good according to the nature. dt ord av vbds xx j, cc-acp vvg av-j av pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt j np1, pn31 vbds j cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1. np1 vvd d cst pns31 vhd vvn cst pn31 vbds j, j vvg p-acp dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8910 Every inanimate and sensitive creature had a goodness suitable to its nature, a natural goodness; Every inanimate and sensitive creature had a Goodness suitable to its nature, a natural Goodness; np1 j cc j n1 vhd dt n1 j p-acp po31 n1, dt j n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8911 man must also have a goodness suitable to his being, and considering him a rational creature, he must have a moral goodness, a purity, man must also have a Goodness suitable to his being, and considering him a rational creature, he must have a moral Goodness, a purity, n1 vmb av vhi dt n1 j p-acp po31 vbg, cc vvg pno31 dt j n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1, dt n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8912 and integrity, a freedom from any spots or stains of sin, and so consequentially from any guilt of sin. and integrity, a freedom from any spots or stains of since, and so consequentially from any guilt of since. cc n1, dt n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, cc av av-j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8913 God made man upright: this is a confessed principle, and needeth no further enlargement of discourse. God made man upright: this is a confessed principle, and needs no further enlargement of discourse. np1 vvd n1 av-j: d vbz dt j-vvn n1, cc vvz dx jc n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 876 Page 455
8914 2. Man in this state was not capable of salvation in that way wherein God had foreordained the salvation of men, viz. by a Redeemer: the whole need not a physician, but the sick; 2. Man in this state was not capable of salvation in that Way wherein God had foreordained the salvation of men, viz. by a Redeemer: the Whole need not a Physician, but the sick; crd n1 p-acp d n1 vbds xx j pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, n1 p-acp dt n1: dt j-jn n1 xx dt n1, cc-acp dt j; (40) sermon (DIV3) 877 Page 455
8915 men must be lost, before they are found; they must be captives, before they are capable of Redemption; they must be unrighteous, before they can be capable of a bring made righteous. Christ came not (as himself telleth us) to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. men must be lost, before they Are found; they must be captives, before they Are capable of Redemption; they must be unrighteous, before they can be capable of a bring made righteous. christ Come not (as himself Telleth us) to call the righteous, but Sinners to Repentance. n2 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn; pns32 vmb vbi n2-jn, c-acp pns32 vbr j pp-f n1; pns32 vmb vbi j, c-acp pns32 vmb vbi j pp-f dt vvb vvd j. np1 vvd xx (p-acp px31 vvz pno12) pc-acp vvi dt j, cc-acp n2 p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 877 Page 455
8916 3. Man could no other way become lost, than by some actual transgression: The first man could have no original guiltiness. 3. Man could no other Way become lost, than by Some actual Transgression: The First man could have no original guiltiness. crd n1 vmd dx j-jn n1 vvn vvn, cs p-acp d j n1: dt ord n1 vmd vhi dx j-jn n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 878 Page 455
8917 We are guilty by imputation, as we were all in the first man, and sinned in him, and sell with him; We Are guilty by imputation, as we were all in the First man, and sinned in him, and fell with him; pns12 vbr j p-acp n1, c-acp pns12 vbdr d p-acp dt ord n1, cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 878 Page 455
8918 but Adam being the first man, could derive no guilt from any proparent. We become guilty by traduction, deriving guilt from our immediate parents: but Adam being the First man, could derive no guilt from any proparent. We become guilty by traduction, deriving guilt from our immediate Parents: cc-acp np1 vbg dt ord n1, vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp d j. pns12 vvb j p-acp n1, vvg n1 p-acp po12 j n2: (40) sermon (DIV3) 878 Page 455
8919 we were conceived in sin, and in iniquity did our mother bring us forth, and so we were by nature the children of wrath. we were conceived in since, and in iniquity did our mother bring us forth, and so we were by nature the children of wrath. pns12 vbdr vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 vdd po12 n1 vvb pno12 av, cc av pns12 vbdr p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 878 Page 455
8920 But Adam came immediately out of the hands of God, and therefore must necessarily be without spot or wrinkle. But Adam Come immediately out of the hands of God, and Therefore must necessarily be without spot or wrinkle. p-acp np1 vvd av-j av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cc av vmb av-j vbi p-acp n1 cc n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 878 Page 456
8921 4. From hence followeth in the fourth place, the necessity of a law to be given unto man in his state of innocency: 4. From hence follows in the fourth place, the necessity of a law to be given unto man in his state of innocency: crd p-acp av vvz p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8922 For (saith the Apostle) where there is no law, there is no transgression, sin being the transgression of the law. For (Says the Apostle) where there is no law, there is no Transgression, since being the Transgression of the law. c-acp (vvz dt n1) c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, n1 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8923 Now this Law, with the promise annexed to it, was the Covenant of Works on Gods part; Now this Law, with the promise annexed to it, was the Covenant of Works on God's part; av d n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pn31, vbds dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp npg1 n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8924 and the restipulation on mans part must be presumed, or man had been a transgressor before the fall, by a rebellion to the Divine Will: and the restipulation on men part must be presumed, or man had been a transgressor before the fallen, by a rebellion to the Divine Will: cc dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc n1 vhd vbn dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8925 and this formally maketh up the Covenant of Works, God promising him life upon condition of his Obedience, and this formally makes up the Covenant of Works, God promising him life upon condition of his obedience, cc d av-j vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, np1 vvg pno31 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8926 and man accepting the promise, and agreeing to the terms, or condition of life imposed on him. and man accepting the promise, and agreeing to the terms, or condition of life imposed on him. cc n1 vvg dt n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8927 Now God having given this Law, and made this Covenant, man by the violation of it became guilty, a debtor to the Justice of God, Now God having given this Law, and made this Covenant, man by the violation of it became guilty, a debtor to the justice of God, av np1 vhg vvn d n1, cc vvd d n1, n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 vvd j, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8928 and so capable of a Redemption, a Remission, and Justification. and so capable of a Redemption, a Remission, and Justification. cc av j pp-f dt n1, dt n1, cc n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 879 Page 456
8929 5. I desire you to consider, That the Covenant of Grace, and promise by faith on Gods part, could not possibly have been made good, without the destruction of the first Covenant of Works, 5. I desire you to Consider, That the Covenant of Grace, and promise by faith on God's part, could not possibly have been made good, without the destruction of the First Covenant of Works, crd pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp n1 p-acp npg1 n1, vmd xx av-j vhi vbn vvn j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1 pp-f vvz, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8930 and the promise of life made upon that: and the promise of life made upon that: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d: (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8931 this is that which the Apostle saith in my text, That the promise by faith of Jesus might be given to them that believe. this is that which the Apostle Says in my text, That the promise by faith of jesus might be given to them that believe. d vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp po11 n1, cst dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8932 I pray observe, here are three things to be considered, 1. The matter of the promise. I pray observe, Here Are three things to be considered, 1. The matter of the promise. pns11 vvb vvi, av vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8933 2. The means by which the promise is to be obtained. 3. The objects of it. The promise intended, is doubtless the promise of eternal life; 2. The means by which the promise is to be obtained. 3. The objects of it. The promise intended, is doubtless the promise of Eternal life; crd dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. crd dt n2 pp-f pn31. dt n1 vvd, vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f j n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8934 so often called in Scripture, (as being indeed the great and most valuable promise), what is the means of obtaining it? On Gods part it must be given out, on mans part it must be received by faith, for it is given to them that believe, and it is therefore called the promise by faith in Jesus Christ. Now the promise of life by works, under the first Covenant, was wholly inconsistent with this promise of being saved by faith in Christ. Though the first Covenant comprehended a faith in God, so often called in Scripture, (as being indeed the great and most valuable promise), what is the means of obtaining it? On God's part it must be given out, on men part it must be received by faith, for it is given to them that believe, and it is Therefore called the promise by faith in jesus christ. Now the promise of life by works, under the First Covenant, was wholly inconsistent with this promise of being saved by faith in christ. Though the First Covenant comprehended a faith in God, av av vvn p-acp n1, (c-acp vbg av dt j cc av-ds j n1), q-crq vbz dt n2 pp-f vvg pn31? p-acp ng1 n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn av, p-acp ng1 n1 pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc pn31 vbz av vvn dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1. av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, p-acp dt ord n1, vbds av-jn j p-acp d n1 pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1. cs dt ord n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8935 as being a piece of that internal homage, which every soul oweth to God; as being a piece of that internal homage, which every soul owes to God; c-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f cst j n1, r-crq d n1 vvz p-acp np1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8936 yet it could not comprehend a faith in Christ as our Mediator, there being no need of a Saviour, till we were in danger, yet it could not comprehend a faith in christ as our Mediator, there being no need of a Saviour, till we were in danger, av pn31 vmd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n1, a-acp vbg dx n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns12 vbdr p-acp n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8937 nor of a Mediator, till we were become transgressors: nor of a Mediator, till we were become transgressors: ccx pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns12 vbdr vvn n2: (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8938 How therefore was it possible that the promise of faith in Christ to those who believe in him should be given out, till first the Covenant of Works was both given out, How Therefore was it possible that the promise of faith in christ to those who believe in him should be given out, till First the Covenant of Works was both given out, c-crq av vbds pn31 j cst dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp pno31 vmd vbi vvn av, c-acp ord dt n1 pp-f vvz vbds av-d vvn av, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 456
8939 and also violated? Though the law by the promise of saith in Christ, was not destroyed so far forth, and also violated? Though the law by the promise of Says in christ, was not destroyed so Far forth, cc av vvn? cs dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp np1, vbds xx vvn av av-j av, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 457
8940 as it was a directive and obligatory rule of life and conversation unto all; as it was a directive and obligatory Rule of life and Conversation unto all; c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d; (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 457
8941 yet so far as it was a Covenant of life, it must be both given out, yet so Far as it was a Covenant of life, it must be both given out, av av av-j c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi av-d vvn av, (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 457
8942 and also destroyed, that the promise of faith might be given out. and also destroyed, that the promise of faith might be given out. cc av vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vmd vbi vvn av. (40) sermon (DIV3) 880 Page 457
8943 6. In the last place, I desire you to consider, That as on Gods part, the promise of life by faith in Christ, was inconsistent with the promise of life, upon the doing of the works of the law: 6. In the last place, I desire you to Consider, That as on God's part, the promise of life by faith in christ, was inconsistent with the promise of life, upon the doing of the works of the law: crd p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst a-acp p-acp ng1 n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vbds j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt vdg pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8944 so on our part, we should never have come to Christ that we might have life, so on our part, we should never have come to christ that we might have life, av p-acp po12 n1, pns12 vmd av-x vhi vvn p-acp np1 cst pns12 vmd vhi n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8945 if we had not first been concluded under wrath: if we had not First been concluded under wrath: cs pns12 vhd xx ord vbn vvn p-acp n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8946 And this will appear to every intelligent soul, that will but consider, That the going out of the soul unto Christ for life, is a disclaimer of its own righteousness; And this will appear to every intelligent soul, that will but Consider, That the going out of the soul unto christ for life, is a disclaimer of its own righteousness; cc d vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, cst vmb cc-acp vvi, cst dt vvg av pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8947 and a very great piece of self-denial, to which the soul will never move naturally, but must see it self constrained to it by necessity, Isa. 57.10. Thou hast found the life of thy hand, therefore thou wert not grieved: and a very great piece of self-denial, to which the soul will never move naturally, but must see it self constrained to it by necessity, Isaiah 57.10. Thou hast found the life of thy hand, Therefore thou Wertenberg not grieved: cc dt j j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb av-x vvi av-j, cc-acp vmb vvi pn31 n1 vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1 pp-f po21 n1, av pns21 vbd2r xx vvn: (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8948 so long as a man seeth help in himself, and thinks that he hath found life in his own hands, so long as a man sees help in himself, and thinks that he hath found life in his own hands, av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp px31, cc vvz cst pns31 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po31 d n2, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8949 so long he is not grieved, not at all concerned as to his eternal state: so long he is not grieved, not At all concerned as to his Eternal state: av av-j pns31 vbz xx vvn, xx p-acp d vvd a-acp p-acp po31 j n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8950 And this is the true reason why you see the greatest brokenness of heart, and sense of sin, And this is the true reason why you see the greatest brokenness of heart, and sense of since, cc d vbz dt j n1 c-crq pn22 vvb dt js n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8951 yea and the greatest holiness of life too in those men that yet look to be saved by faith in Jesus Christ; yea and the greatest holiness of life too in those men that yet look to be saved by faith in jesus christ; uh cc dt js n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp d n2 cst av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp np1 np1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8952 for our free-will men that maintain a power in man to believe, and repent, or to keep the Law of God perfectly; for our freewill men that maintain a power in man to believe, and Repent, or to keep the Law of God perfectly; p-acp po12 n1 n2 cst vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8953 they have said, they have found life in their own hands, and then I hope they have none but themselves to blame, they have said, they have found life in their own hands, and then I hope they have none but themselves to blame, pns32 vhb vvn, pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp po32 d n2, cc av pns11 vvb pns32 vhb pix p-acp px32 pc-acp vvi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8954 if they miss, and come short of it; if they miss, and come short of it; cs pns32 vvb, cc vvb j pp-f pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8955 if they do not repent, and turn unto God to day, they can do it to morrow. if they do not Repent, and turn unto God to day, they can do it to morrow. cs pns32 vdb xx vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8956 It was necessary as on Gods part, in order to his giving out of the promise of faith in Christ, It was necessary as on God's part, in order to his giving out of the promise of faith in christ, pn31 vbds j c-acp p-acp ng1 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8957 and exhibition of the Covenant of Grace to the world: and exhibition of the Covenant of Grace to the world: cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8958 so also on our part, in order to our acceptation, and taking hold of any such Covenant, so also on our part, in order to our acceptation, and taking hold of any such Covenant, av av p-acp po12 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc vvg vvb pp-f d d n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8959 and the application of our souls unto God, upon the terms of that Covenant, for the sure mercies of it; and the application of our Souls unto God, upon the terms of that Covenant, for the sure Mercies of it; cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8960 that there should first be a Covenant of Works made with man, and a law of works given unto him; that there should First be a Covenant of Works made with man, and a law of works given unto him; cst a-acp vmd ord vbi dt n1 pp-f vvz vvn p-acp n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp pno31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8961 for had there been no such Covenant made, no such Law given, man could not have broken, and violated it; for had there been no such Covenant made, no such Law given, man could not have broken, and violated it; c-acp vhd a-acp vbn dx d n1 vvd, dx d n1 vvn, n1 vmd xx vhi vvn, cc vvn pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8962 and if he had not violated, and broken it, he could not have been a transgressor, he could not have been a lost sinner, and if he had not violated, and broken it, he could not have been a transgressor, he could not have been a lost sinner, cc cs pns31 vhd xx vvn, cc vvn pn31, pns31 vmd xx vhi vbn dt n1, pns31 vmd xx vhi vbn dt j-vvn n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8963 and consequentially had needed no Saviour; and consequentially had needed no Saviour; cc av-j vhd vvn dx n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8964 nor would man have ever been perswaded to have gone out of himself, and to have accepted of the righteousness of Christ for his righteousness, had he not first been rendred in a forlorn, desperate, nor would man have ever been persuaded to have gone out of himself, and to have accepted of the righteousness of christ for his righteousness, had he not First been rendered in a forlorn, desperate, ccx vmd n1 vhb av vbn vvn pc-acp vhi vvn av pp-f px31, cc pc-acp vhi vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, vhd pns31 xx ord vbn vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, j, (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8965 and hopeless condition, without Application unto Christ. Ʋse 1. For the practical Application of what you have heard now in this discourse. and hopeless condition, without Application unto christ. Ʋse 1. For the practical Application of what you have herd now in this discourse. cc j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp np1. j crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vvn av p-acp d n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 881 Page 457
8966 This, in the first place, should mind us, not to be hasty to deny, nor too forward to stumble at some things in the dispensations of God, which at first seem to us hard to be understood. This, in the First place, should mind us, not to be hasty to deny, nor too forward to Stumble At Some things in the dispensations of God, which At First seem to us hard to be understood. d, p-acp dt ord n1, vmd vvi pno12, xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi, ccx av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp ord vvi p-acp pno12 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8967 Who can find out God, or search out the Almighty unto perfection? I do not know any thing that looketh more inconsistently in appearance to us, at our first view of it, than this; Who can find out God, or search out the Almighty unto perfection? I do not know any thing that looks more inconsistently in appearance to us, At our First view of it, than this; q-crq vmb vvi av np1, cc vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? pns11 vdb xx vvi d n1 cst vvz av-dc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 ord n1 pp-f pn31, cs d; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8968 That God should from eternity six the salvation of man upon a Covenant of Grace, That God should from eternity six the salvation of man upon a Covenant of Grace, cst np1 vmd p-acp n1 crd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8969 and write it in his book, That there should be salvation in no other, than in Jesus Christ, and write it in his book, That there should be salvation in no other, than in jesus christ, cc vvb pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst a-acp vmd vbi n1 p-acp dx j-jn, cs p-acp np1 np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8970 nor any other name given under heaven amongst men, whereby they might be saved: nor any other name given under heaven among men, whereby they might be saved: ccx d j-jn n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2, c-crq pns32 vmd vbi vvn: (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8971 that he who believeth should be saved, and he who believed not should be damned, for all these things were decrees in the rolls of eternity, that he who Believeth should be saved, and he who believed not should be damned, for all these things were decrees in the rolls of eternity, cst pns31 r-crq vvz vmd vbi vvn, cc pns31 r-crq vvd xx vmd vbi vvn, p-acp d d n2 vbdr n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8972 or they could never have been Revelations of Gods Will in Scripture, Heb. 10.5, 6, 7. and Psal. 40.7. or they could never have been Revelations of God's Will in Scripture, Hebrew 10.5, 6, 7. and Psalm 40.7. cc pns32 vmd av-x vhi vbn n2 pp-f n2 vmb p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd, crd cc np1 crd. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8973 In the volume of Gods book it was written of Christ, that he should come into the world, In the volume of God's book it was written of christ, that he should come into the world, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8974 and do the Will of God, relating to the salvation of man: I say, that God should thus setle mans salvation in the order of its causes, and do the Will of God, relating to the salvation of man: I say, that God should thus settle men salvation in the order of its Causes, cc vdb dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: pns11 vvb, cst np1 vmd av vvi n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8975 and upon the terms of free-grace, the merit and satisfaction of Christ and Faith in him; and upon the terms of Free grace, the merit and satisfaction of christ and Faith in him; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8976 and yet when mankind was created, God should treat him upon a Law of Works, and yet when mankind was created, God should Treat him upon a Law of Works, cc av c-crq n1 vbds vvn, np1 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8977 and make a Covenant with him for life and salvation, upon condition of his perfect obedience both to the Law written at that time upon his heart, and make a Covenant with him for life and salvation, upon condition of his perfect Obedience both to the Law written At that time upon his heart, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8978 and this positive precept of not eating of the tree of forbidden fruit; yet there is nothing clearer in Scripture, than that God did do this: and this positive precept of not eating of the tree of forbidden fruit; yet there is nothing clearer in Scripture, than that God did doe this: cc d j n1 pp-f xx vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1; av pc-acp vbz pix jc p-acp n1, cs cst np1 vdd n1 d: (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8979 for to say that these were second thoughts about mans salvation, when he was lapsed and fallen, were to blaspheme by attributing change of mind and purpose to God, for to say that these were second thoughts about men salvation, when he was lapsed and fallen, were to Blaspheme by attributing change of mind and purpose to God, c-acp pc-acp vvi cst d vbdr ord n2 p-acp ng1 n1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn cc vvn, vbdr pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8980 and a successive knowledg of things, such as we have upon the events, so ascribing humane imperfections to a most holy God. and a successive knowledge of things, such as we have upon the events, so ascribing humane imperfections to a most holy God. cc dt j n1 pp-f n2, d c-acp pns12 vhb p-acp dt n2, av vvg j n2 p-acp dt av-ds j np1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8981 If God from all eternity did settle the business of mans salvation (as the Apostle saith he did), Ephes. 1.4, 5, 6, 7. Cousing us in him before the foundation of the world (that is, in Christ, If God from all eternity did settle the business of men salvation (as the Apostle Says he did), Ephesians 1.4, 5, 6, 7. Cousin us in him before the Foundation of the world (that is, in christ, cs np1 p-acp d n1 vdd vvi dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pns31 vdd), np1 crd, crd, crd, crd vvg pno12 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (cst vbz, p-acp np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8982 as ver. 3.) that we should be holy, and without blame before him in love, having predestinated us unto the adoption of children, by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved, in whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins according to the riches of his grace: as for. 3.) that we should be holy, and without blame before him in love, having predestinated us unto the adoption of children, by jesus christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, to the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the Beloved, in whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of Sins according to the riches of his grace: c-acp p-acp. crd) cst pns12 vmd vbi j, cc p-acp n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, vhg vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp np1 np1 p-acp px31, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno12 vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, p-acp ro-crq pns12 vhb n1 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 458
8983 and this, as vers. 8. was the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure which he had purposed in himself; and this, as vers. 8. was the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure which he had purposed in himself; cc d, c-acp zz. crd vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1 r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp px31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8984 sure we are, he created man in a state, that was not capable of these spiritual blessings, sure we Are, he created man in a state, that was not capable of these spiritual blessings, av-j pns12 vbr, pns31 vvd n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbds xx j pp-f d j n2, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8985 until he was fallen from it, and that God according to that holy and guiltless state, wherein he made man, did first stipulate with him in a Covenant of Works, until he was fallen from it, and that God according to that holy and guiltless state, wherein he made man, did First stipulate with him in a Covenant of Works, c-acp pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pn31, cc cst np1 vvg p-acp d j cc j n1, c-crq pns31 vvd n1, vdd ord vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8986 and offered him life upon his doing the Law of God. and offered him life upon his doing the Law of God. cc vvd pno31 n1 p-acp po31 vdg dt n1 pp-f np1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8987 I would gladly know of those, who so flutter with their little ratiocinations, about the seriousness of Gods actings in his offers of grace, and would make us believe that God doth not serio agere, act seriously in calling men to believe and repent, unless there were a possibility of salvation for them all; I would gladly know of those, who so flutter with their little ratiocinations, about the seriousness of God's actings in his offers of grace, and would make us believe that God does not serio agere, act seriously in calling men to believe and Repent, unless there were a possibility of salvation for them all; pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f d, r-crq av vvb p-acp po32 j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc vmd vvi pno12 vvi cst np1 vdz xx fw-la fw-la, n1 av-j p-acp vvg n2 p-acp vvb cc vvb, cs pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32 d; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8988 or unless Christ intentionally dyed for all, or men had a power in their lapsed estate to do things spiritually good; or unless christ intentionally died for all, or men had a power in their lapsed estate to do things spiritually good; cc cs np1 av-j vvd p-acp d, cc n2 vhd dt n1 p-acp po32 vvn n1 pc-acp vdi n2 av-j j; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8989 I say, I would fain know of them, whether God was in earnest or no with Adam, when he promised him life upon the Covenant of Works. I say, I would fain know of them, whither God was in earnest or not with Adam, when he promised him life upon the Covenant of Works. pns11 vvb, pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f pno32, cs np1 vbds p-acp n1 cc xx p-acp np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8990 It is most certain, that he either never intended that Adam, or any of his posterity should go to Heaven that way, It is most certain, that he either never intended that Adam, or any of his posterity should go to Heaven that Way, pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst pns31 av-d av-x vvd d np1, cc d pp-f po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 cst n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8991 or that he was frustrated of his intention (which God cannot be). or that he was frustrated of his intention (which God cannot be). cc cst pns31 vbds vvn pp-f po31 n1 (r-crq n1 vmbx vbi). (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8992 If he never intended that any should be that way saved, I would know of them whether God was serious or no with Adam in such a proposal of life unto him; If he never intended that any should be that Way saved, I would know of them whither God was serious or not with Adam in such a proposal of life unto him; cs pns31 av-x vvd cst d vmd vbi d n1 vvd, pns11 vmd vvi pp-f pno32 c-crq np1 vbds j cc xx p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8993 if they can find out an answer in this case, it will also serve in the other. if they can find out an answer in this case, it will also serve in the other. cs pns32 vmb vvi av dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb av vvi p-acp dt n-jn. (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8994 God was serious with Adam in the making of the Covenant of Works with him, serious with respect unto his own end, which was not that any should be saved by the fulfilling of that Covenant, which he knew none would, God was serious with Adam in the making of the Covenant of Works with him, serious with respect unto his own end, which was not that any should be saved by the fulfilling of that Covenant, which he knew none would, np1 vbds j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp pno31, j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vbds xx d d vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1, r-crq pns31 vvd pix vmd, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8995 but that it should be as a School-master to lead us to Christ (as the Apostle speaketh of the Law contained in Ordinances) and introductive to the exhibition of that better Covenant which God had established with the Son of his Love, but that it should be as a Schoolmaster to led us to christ (as the Apostle speaks of the Law contained in Ordinances) and introductive to the exhibition of that better Covenant which God had established with the Son of his Love, cc-acp cst pn31 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp np1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp n2) cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8996 and upon which he had fixed the salvation of the Elect. and upon which he had fixed the salvation of the Elect. cc p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f dt np1 (40) sermon (DIV3) 882 Page 459
8997 Ʋse 2. We may learn from hence, That it is consistent enough with the holiness of God, to require things of persons, which it is not his Will of purpose that they should do; Ʋse 2. We may Learn from hence, That it is consistent enough with the holiness of God, to require things of Persons, which it is not his Will of purpose that they should do; j crd pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av, cst pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n2, r-crq pn31 vbz xx po31 n1 pp-f n1 cst pns32 vmd vdi; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 459
8998 and to make conditional promises to them, who he knoweth will never fulfil the condition. and to make conditional promises to them, who he Knoweth will never fulfil the condition. cc pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno32, r-crq pns31 vvz vmb av-x vvi dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 459
8999 These are two things which some make a great pudder with, that they might establish their universalities, and obtain against the Election of Grace. They think that if God had determined the certain number of those who should be saved, or for whom Christ dyed; These Are two things which Some make a great pudder with, that they might establish their Universalities, and obtain against the Election of Grace. They think that if God had determined the certain number of those who should be saved, or for whom christ died; d vbr crd n2 r-crq d vvb dt j n1 p-acp, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns32 vvb cst cs np1 vhd vvn dt j n1 pp-f d r-crq vmd vbi vvn, cc p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 459
9000 others should not be called to, or required to believe, or repent, nor a promise of life and salvation, Others should not be called to, or required to believe, or Repent, nor a promise of life and salvation, n2-jn vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, ccx dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9001 and life made to them in case of their repenting and believing; and life made to them in case of their repenting and believing; cc n1 vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f po32 vvg cc vvg; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9002 for they apprehend it inconsistent with the truth and holiness of God, to require that of men, which it is not his will or purpose they should do, for they apprehend it inconsistent with the truth and holiness of God, to require that of men, which it is not his will or purpose they should do, c-acp pns32 vvb pn31 j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d pp-f n2, r-crq pn31 vbz xx po31 n1 cc n1 pns32 vmd vdi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9003 or to offer them life and salvation upon a condition, from the performance of which they are precluded by the purpose of God. or to offer them life and salvation upon a condition, from the performance of which they Are precluded by the purpose of God. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9004 We must adhere to this, that there is nothing contingent to God, no event which he did not from eternity foreknow, We must adhere to this, that there is nothing contingent to God, no event which he did not from eternity foreknow, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp d, cst pc-acp vbz pix j p-acp np1, dx n1 r-crq pns31 vdd xx p-acp n1 vvi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9005 and therefore foreknow, because he willed either to effect, or to permit it. and Therefore foreknow, Because he willed either to Effect, or to permit it. cc av vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd av-d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9006 We can neither allow of any ignorance to be imputed unto God, nor any succession in his knowledg, We can neither allow of any ignorance to be imputed unto God, nor any succession in his knowledge, pns12 vmb av-dx vvi pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, ccx d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9007 nor apprehend it possible that God should from all eternity know who would believe and repent (which none could without his special grace) without willing that grace to them, by vertue of which they should put forth these saving acts; nor apprehend it possible that God should from all eternity know who would believe and Repent (which none could without his special grace) without willing that grace to them, by virtue of which they should put forth these Saving acts; ccx vvi pn31 j cst np1 vmd p-acp d n1 vvb r-crq vmd vvi cc vvb (r-crq pi vmd p-acp po31 j n1) p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vmd vvi av d vvg n2; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9008 and therefore such to whom he did not by his eternal purpose will those habits of grace, must be passed over. and Therefore such to whom he did not by his Eternal purpose will those habits of grace, must be passed over. cc av d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vdd xx p-acp po31 j n1 vmb d n2 pp-f n1, vmb vbi vvn a-acp. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9009 But then say they, who have other apprehensions; But then say they, who have other apprehensions; p-acp av vvb pns32, r-crq vhb j-jn n2; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9010 How is it consistent with the truth and holiness of God to call all men to believe, How is it consistent with the truth and holiness of God to call all men to believe, q-crq vbz pn31 j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9011 and to repent, and to promise them eternal life and salvation, upon the terms of faith and repentance? We ask them how it was consistent with the truth and holiness of God, to require of Adam under the Covenant of Works, not to eat of the tree of forbidden fruit, and to Repent, and to promise them Eternal life and salvation, upon the terms of faith and Repentance? We ask them how it was consistent with the truth and holiness of God, to require of Adam under the Covenant of Works, not to eat of the tree of forbidden fruit, cc pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1? pns12 vvb pno32 c-crq pn31 vbds j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, xx pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9012 and to promise him life upon his not eating thereof; and to promise him life upon his not eating thereof; cc pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 p-acp po31 xx vvg av; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9013 when-as it is plain, that God had purposed to permit him to eat thereof, and foreknew that he would eat thereof, and never intended that Adam, or any of his posterity should come to Heaven, by the fulfilling of that Covenant. When-as it is plain, that God had purposed to permit him to eat thereof, and foreknew that he would eat thereof, and never intended that Adam, or any of his posterity should come to Heaven, by the fulfilling of that Covenant. j pn31 vbz j, cst np1 vhd vvn pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi av, cc vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi av, cc av-x vvd d np1, cc d pp-f po31 n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9014 But then say they, to what purpose are these Precepts, or Promises? Divers answers are given by Divines, But then say they, to what purpose Are these Precepts, or Promises? Diverse answers Are given by Divines, p-acp av vvb pns32, p-acp r-crq n1 vbr d n2, cc vvz? j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n2-jn, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9015 as to that question concerning those who are called to repent, and to believe, which possibly will hereafter fall in my way to touch upon. as to that question Concerning those who Are called to Repent, and to believe, which possibly will hereafter fallen in my Way to touch upon. c-acp p-acp d n1 vvg d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb, r-crq av-j vmb av vvi p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9016 At present, as to this purpose it is enough to say, Gods end in making the Covenant of Works with Adam, was to make way for the publication of the Covenant of Grace. At present, as to this purpose it is enough to say, God's end in making the Covenant of Works with Adam, was to make Way for the publication of the Covenant of Grace. p-acp j, c-acp p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi, npg1 n1 p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp np1, vbds pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9017 For the exhibition and publication of which to the world, there was no room, until the Law and Covenant of Works was violated, For the exhibition and publication of which to the world, there was no room, until the Law and Covenant of Works was violated, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vbds dx n1, c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvz vbds j-vvn, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9018 and man that was created in the Image of God, and state of Holiness, had fallen from that state, and become concluded under wrath. and man that was created in the Image of God, and state of Holiness, had fallen from that state, and become concluded under wrath. cc n1 cst vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc n1 pp-f n1, vhd vvn p-acp d n1, cc vvi vvn p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 460
9019 In the mean time observe, here is a precept given, which God had never intended, should be obeyed; In the mean time observe, Here is a precept given, which God had never intended, should be obeyed; p-acp dt j n1 vvi, av vbz dt n1 vvn, r-crq np1 vhd av-x vvn, vmd vbi vvn; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9020 a conditional promise made, from which God never intended that any man should have any advantage: a conditional promise made, from which God never intended that any man should have any advantage: dt j n1 vvd, p-acp r-crq np1 av-x vvd cst d n1 vmd vhi d n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9021 and in that appeareth the advantage of this instance, for in the calls of the Gospel to faith and repentance, and in that appears the advantage of this instance, for in the calls of the Gospel to faith and Repentance, cc p-acp cst vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-acp p-acp dt vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9022 though the Lord hath told us, Many are called, and few are chosen; though the Lord hath told us, Many Are called, and few Are chosen; cs dt n1 vhz vvn pno12, d vbr vvn, cc d vbr vvn; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9023 Although all to whom the Gospel is Preached, be not the chosen of God, and within his purpose of eternal life and salvation: Although all to whom the Gospel is Preached, be not the chosen of God, and within his purpose of Eternal life and salvation: cs d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vbb xx dt j-vvn pp-f np1, cc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9024 yet some are, and some say, Non proprie & per se reprobos hortatos esse ad fidem & poenitentiam, yet Some Are, and Some say, Non Properly & per se reprobos hortatos esse ad fidem & poenitentiam, av d vbr, cc d vvb, fw-fr n1 cc fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9025 sed per concomitantiam, quatenus electis externa societato permiscentur; sed per concomitantiam, quatenus electis External societato permiscentur; fw-la fw-la fw-la, av fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9026 That is, that reprobates are only called to faith and repentance, as they are mixed together with the elect. That is, that Reprobates Are only called to faith and Repentance, as they Are mixed together with the elect. cst vbz, cst n2-jn vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n-vvn. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9027 But here Adam, and in him all mankind were called to a fulfilling of the Covenant of Works, and life was upon that condition promised to them all, when-as yet it was never Gods purpose and intendment, that any of them should fulfil it, But Here Adam, and in him all mankind were called to a fulfilling of the Covenant of Works, and life was upon that condition promised to them all, When-as yet it was never God's purpose and intendment, that any of them should fulfil it, p-acp av np1, cc p-acp pno31 d n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvz, cc n1 vbds p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp pno32 d, j av pn31 vbds av-x npg1 n1 cc n1, cst d pp-f pno32 vmd vvi pn31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9028 or that way obtain everlasting life. or that Way obtain everlasting life. cc d n1 vvi j n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 883 Page 461
9029 Ʋse 3. In the last place my discourse upon this argument may let you see, how uniformly the Providence of God in the conversion, Ʋse 3. In the last place my discourse upon this argument may let you see, how uniformly the Providence of God in the conversion, j crd p-acp dt ord n1 po11 n1 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi pn22 vvb, c-crq av-j dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9030 and bringing home to God, of a particular sinner, moveth to its motions and workings, in order to the general publication of the Covenant of Grace, and the way of salvation through him unto the world. and bringing home to God, of a particular sinner, moves to its motions and workings, in order to the general publication of the Covenant of Grace, and the Way of salvation through him unto the world. cc vvg av-an p-acp np1, pp-f dt j n1, vvz p-acp po31 n2 cc n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9031 The way of God in making known of Jesus Christ to a particular soul, is ordinarily first by the law to humble the soul, The Way of God in making known of jesus christ to a particular soul, is ordinarily First by the law to humble the soul, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg vvn pp-f np1 np1 p-acp dt j n1, vbz av-jn ord p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9032 and to conclude it under wrath, and then to open to it a door of hope: and to conclude it under wrath, and then to open to it a door of hope: cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 dt n1 pp-f n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9033 and indeed this is but a reasonable working of Providence, and exceedingly suitable to the principles of reason, and humane nature. and indeed this is but a reasonable working of Providence, and exceedingly suitable to the principles of reason, and humane nature. cc av d vbz p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f n1, cc av-vvg j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc j n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9034 What signifies the news of a Redeemer unto him, who either is no captive, or is not sensible that he is; What signifies the news of a Redeemer unto him, who either is no captive, or is not sensible that he is; q-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq d vbz dx j-jn, cc vbz xx j cst pns31 vbz; (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9035 the news of a Saviour to him, that apprehendeth not himself lost, or to stand in need of any salvation? God therefore ordinarily in the conversion of a sinner, layeth the Law to him, sheweth him what God hath required of him, the news of a Saviour to him, that apprehendeth not himself lost, or to stand in need of any salvation? God Therefore ordinarily in the conversion of a sinner, Layeth the Law to him, shows him what God hath required of him, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cst vvz xx px31 vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n1? np1 av av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, vvz pno31 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pp-f pno31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9036 how much he is a debtor to God, how much he lyes open to wrath, and is subject to the curse: how much he is a debtor to God, how much he lies open to wrath, and is Subject to the curse: c-crq d pns31 vbz dt n1 p-acp np1, c-crq d pns31 vvz j p-acp n1, cc vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1: (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9037 this letteth him see what need he hath of salvation by a Redeemer, and induceth him to be willing to go unto Christ for life. this lets him see what need he hath of salvation by a Redeemer, and induceth him to be willing to go unto christ for life. d vvz pno31 vvi r-crq n1 pns31 vhz pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9038 Now this motion and working of Providence, as to particular souls bears a just proportion to Gods first Revelation of Christ unto the world. Now this motion and working of Providence, as to particular Souls bears a just proportion to God's First Revelation of christ unto the world. av d n1 cc n-vvg pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp j n2 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n2 ord n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 461
9039 God first gave unto Adam a Law of Works, and made a Covenant with him, God First gave unto Adam a Law of Works, and made a Covenant with him, np1 ord vvd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f vvz, cc vvd dt n1 p-acp pno31, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9040 and then permitted him to violate this Law, to break this Covenant, and then discovers the Covenant of Grace and Redemption, which to this time lay hidden with God, and then permitted him to violate this Law, to break this Covenant, and then discovers the Covenant of Grace and Redemption, which to this time lay hidden with God, cc av vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1, cc av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq p-acp d n1 vvd vvn p-acp np1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9041 although as to the paction of it, it was eternal. although as to the paction of it, it was Eternal. cs p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbds j. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9042 And hence also appears an easie answer to that question, whether men and women unregenerated, be under the Covenant of Works, or under the Covenant of Grace; And hence also appears an easy answer to that question, whither men and women unregenerated, be under the Covenant of Works, or under the Covenant of Grace; cc av av vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cs n2 cc n2 vvn, vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9043 that all men since the fall of Adam, are not under the dispensation of the Covenant of Works, but under the dispensation of the Covenant of Grace is out of doubt, that all men since the fallen of Adam, Are not under the Dispensation of the Covenant of Works, but under the Dispensation of the Covenant of Grace is out of doubt, cst d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f vvz, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av pp-f n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9045 But thus far they are under the Covenant of Works, viz. That there is no salvation for them, But thus Far they Are under the Covenant of Works, viz. That there is no salvation for them, p-acp av av-j pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvz, n1 cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9046 but by keeping the whole Law in thought, word, and deed, which is a state sad and miserable enough, it being that which no man in his lapsed estate is able to do. but by keeping the Whole Law in Thought, word, and deed, which is a state sad and miserable enough, it being that which no man in his lapsed estate is able to do. cc-acp p-acp vvg dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 j cc j av-d, pn31 vbg d r-crq dx n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1 vbz j pc-acp vdi. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9047 Adam indeed might have done it, none since the fall can do it; Adam indeed might have done it, none since the fallen can do it; np1 av vmd vhi vdn pn31, pix p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi pn31; (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9048 and from hence followeth the impossibility of salvation for any soul, that is out of the Lord Jesus Christ. and from hence follows the impossibility of salvation for any soul, that is out of the Lord jesus christ. cc p-acp av vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, cst vbz av pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9049 The law they cannot keep, so as from the fulfilling of that to expect salvation; and whereas (as the Apostle telleth us) what the law could not do, The law they cannot keep, so as from the fulfilling of that to expect salvation; and whereas (as the Apostle Telleth us) what the law could not do, dt n1 pns32 vmbx vvi, av c-acp p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d pc-acp vvi n1; cc cs (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) r-crq dt n1 vmd xx vdi, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9050 because it was made weak through our flesh, that God himself hath done, sending his son in the likeness of sinful flesh, Because it was made weak through our Flesh, that God himself hath done, sending his son in the likeness of sinful Flesh, c-acp pn31 vbds vvn j p-acp po12 n1, cst np1 px31 vhz vdn, vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9051 and condemning sin in the flesh, that the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us; and condemning since in the Flesh, that the righteousness of the law might be fulfilled in us; cc vvg n1 p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno12; (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9052 they have no part nor portion in this matter, no state nor interest in Christ, but are without Christ, and consequently during their present state incapable of any lively hope. they have no part nor portion in this matter, no state nor Interest in christ, but Are without christ, and consequently during their present state incapable of any lively hope. pns32 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n1, dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp np1, cc-acp vbr p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp po32 j n1 j pp-f d j n1. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9053 But this is enough to have spoken to this first difficulty, and the inferences by way of Application to be made from it. But this is enough to have spoken to this First difficulty, and the inferences by Way of Application to be made from it. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d ord n1, cc dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (40) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 462
9054 SERMON XXXVI. Acts XVII. 30. But now God commandeth all men every-where to Repent. I Am endeavouring to expound to you some of the hard Chapters of Divine Providence; SERMON XXXVI. Acts XVII. 30. But now God commands all men everywhere to repent. I Am endeavouring to expound to you Some of the hard Chapters of Divine Providence; n1 crd. vvz np1. crd p-acp av np1 vvz d n2 j pc-acp vvi. pns11 vbm vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 d pp-f dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 884 Page 463
9055 These times justifying that to be true of the book of Providence, which the Apostle Peter saith of St. Pauls Epistles, 2 Pet. 3.16. There are in it some things hard to be understood, which they that are unlearned and unstable, wrest unto their own destruction. These times justifying that to be true of the book of Providence, which the Apostle Peter Says of Saint Paul's Epistles, 2 Pet. 3.16. There Are in it Some things hard to be understood, which they that Are unlearned and unstable, wrest unto their own destruction. d n2 vvg cst pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f n1 npg1 n2, crd np1 crd. pc-acp vbr p-acp pn31 d n2 j pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns32 cst vbr j cc j, vvb p-acp po32 d n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9056 It is truly said of Tertullian, Deus omnium conditor, nihil non ratione providet, disposuit & ordinavit, nihil non tractari intelligique voluit; It is truly said of Tertullian, Deus omnium conditor, nihil non ratione Providet, disposuit & Ordinavit, nihil non tractari intelligique voluit; pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, n1 cc n1, fw-la fw-fr fw-la j fw-la; (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9057 that God the maker of all things, hath rationally disposed and ordered all things, and would have us to understand all his works. that God the maker of all things, hath rationally disposed and ordered all things, and would have us to understand all his works. cst np1 dt n1 pp-f d n2, vhz av-j vvn cc vvn d n2, cc vmd vhi pno12 pc-acp vvi d po31 n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9058 It is most certain, that all the Lords ways are equal; and it is a noble employ to study the equality and reasonableness of them: It is most certain, that all the lords ways Are equal; and it is a noble employ to study the equality and reasonableness of them: pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst d dt n2 n2 vbr j-jn; cc pn31 vbz dt j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32: (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9059 it may be sometimes we shall wade beyond our stature, and be forced to cry out O the depth; but I think that grave Ancient said true, that told us, That the Counsels of God do so exceed our capacity, that in some particulars they yet wonderfully accommodate themselves to our intellectuals: it may be sometime we shall wade beyond our stature, and be forced to cry out Oh the depth; but I think that grave Ancient said true, that told us, That the Counsels of God do so exceed our capacity, that in Some particulars they yet wonderfully accommodate themselves to our intellectuals: pn31 vmb vbi av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po12 n1, cc vbi vvn pc-acp vvi av uh dt n1; p-acp pns11 vvb cst j n1 vvd j, cst vvd pno12, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 vdb av vvi po12 n1, cst p-acp d n2-j pns32 av av-j vvi px32 p-acp po12 n2-j: (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9060 and men might understand more of the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, if they would bring to their observation not so much discutiendi acumen, as discendi pietatem, acuteness of wit to quarrel, and men might understand more of the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, if they would bring to their observation not so much discutiendi acumen, as discendi pietatem, acuteness of wit to quarrel, cc n2 vmd vvi dc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cs pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 n1 xx av d fw-la fw-la, p-acp fw-la fw-la, n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9062 We are prone for the directing of our conceptions of God, to make to our selves images graven with the tools of philosophy and humane reason, and then to bow to them. We Are prove for the directing of our conceptions of God, to make to our selves Images graved with the tools of philosophy and humane reason, and then to bow to them. pns12 vbr j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po12 n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 n2 vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9063 Whereas could we be content to regulate our Philosophy, so far as it relateth to God by the rules of his word, Whereas could we be content to regulate our Philosophy, so Far as it relateth to God by the rules of his word, cs vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n1, av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9064 and not to think to crook the word of God to our Philosophy, many rough ways would be made plain, and not to think to crook the word of God to our Philosophy, many rough ways would be made plain, cc xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1, d j n2 vmd vbi vvn j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 463
9065 and matters of question quickly rendred out of question. I am speaking to such NONLATINALPHABET of difficulty as arise to considerate souls, from the consideration of the motions of Providence, relating both to the Covenant of works, and that of Grace. and matters of question quickly rendered out of question. I am speaking to such of difficulty as arise to considerate Souls, from the consideration of the motions of Providence, relating both to the Covenant of works, and that of Grace. cc n2 pp-f n1 av-j vvn av pp-f n1. pns11 vbm vvg p-acp d pp-f n1 c-acp vvb p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d pp-f n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 464
9066 I spake to one in my last exercise. I now proceed to a second, which I shall state thus. Quest. I spoke to one in my last exercise. I now proceed to a second, which I shall state thus. Quest. pns11 vvd p-acp crd p-acp po11 ord n1. pns11 av vvb p-acp dt ord, r-crq pns11 vmb n1 av. n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 885 Page 464
9067 Supposing the Covenant of Redemption and Grace made betwixt the eternal Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ, not to have been general for all men: Supposing the Covenant of Redemption and Grace made betwixt the Eternal Father, and the Lord jesus christ, not to have been general for all men: vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 np1 np1, xx pc-acp vhi vbn j p-acp d n2: (41) sermon (DIV3) 886 Page 464
9068 nor incertain for persons that should be so, and so qualified: nor incertain for Persons that should be so, and so qualified: ccx j p-acp n2 cst vmd vbi av, cc av vvn: (41) sermon (DIV3) 886 Page 464
9069 and that the blood of this Covenant was intentionally shed, in proportion to the nature of the Covenant: and that the blood of this Covenant was intentionally shed, in proportion to the nature of the Covenant: cc cst dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbds av-j vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 886 Page 464
9070 How it could consist with the truth of God to offer salvation to all in the ministry of his word upon the Gospel-terms of faith and repentance; How it could consist with the truth of God to offer salvation to all in the Ministry of his word upon the Gospel terms of faith and Repentance; c-crq pn31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 886 Page 464
9071 or to what end it should be done. or to what end it should be done. cc p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vmd vbi vdn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 886 Page 464
9072 Here are two or three things here supposed, which by a great many will not be granted. Here Are two or three things Here supposed, which by a great many will not be granted. av vbr crd cc crd n2 av vvn, r-crq p-acp dt j d vmb xx vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 887 Page 464
9073 1. We suppose here (first) A Covenant made from eternity betwixt God the Father, 1. We suppose Here (First) A Covenant made from eternity betwixt God the Father, crd pns12 vvb av (ord) dt n1 vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1 dt n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9074 and the Lord Jesus Christ relating to the salvation of the children of men. This, I know, some will not understand, but the Scripture speaketh plainly. and the Lord jesus christ relating to the salvation of the children of men. This, I know, Some will not understand, but the Scripture speaks plainly. cc dt n1 np1 np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2. d, pns11 vvb, d vmb xx vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vvz av-j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9075 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made, he saith not to seeds as many, but as of one, Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made, he Says not to seeds as many, but as of one, av p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 vbdr dt n2 vvd, pns31 vvz xx p-acp n2 c-acp d, cc-acp c-acp pp-f crd, (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9076 and to thy seed which was Christ, Gal. 3.16. Isa. 42.6. — and I will give thee for a Covenant to the people; and to thy seed which was christ, Gal. 3.16. Isaiah 42.6. — and I will give thee for a Covenant to the people; cc p-acp po21 n1 r-crq vbds np1, np1 crd. np1 crd. — cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9077 hence Christ was called a surety of a better Covenant; hence christ was called a surety of a better Covenant; av np1 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9078 he was both the party Covenanting, and the surety of the Covenant. God the Father taking the word of his Son, he was both the party Covenanting, and the surety of the Covenant. God the Father taking the word of his Son, pns31 vbds d dt n1 vvg, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. np1 dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9079 for the fulfilling of the matter of the Covenant, both what was to be done by himself, upon which account it was called a Covenant of Redemption; and by us, with respect to which it is called the Covenant of Grace: God in and by it relaxing the rigour of the Law, which required personal satisfaction to Divine Justice, from the persons offending, for the fulfilling of the matter of the Covenant, both what was to be done by himself, upon which account it was called a Covenant of Redemption; and by us, with respect to which it is called the Covenant of Grace: God in and by it relaxing the rigour of the Law, which required personal satisfaction to Divine justice, from the Persons offending, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d r-crq vbds pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp px31, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds vvn dt n1 pp-f n1; cc p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1: np1 p-acp cc p-acp pn31 vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvd j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n2 vvg, (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9080 and a perfect performance of the whole Law; and a perfect performance of the Whole Law; cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9081 and accepted the satisfaction given to Divine Justice, by the nature offending, hypostatically united to the person that was the Son of God, and accepted the satisfaction given to Divine justice, by the nature offending, hypostatically united to the person that was the Son of God, cc vvd dt n1 vvn p-acp j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 vvg, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cst vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9082 and accepting from us sincerity, instead of perfect obedience; the sincerely willing mind, instead of the perfect deed: and accepting from us sincerity, instead of perfect Obedience; the sincerely willing mind, instead of the perfect deed: cc vvg p-acp pno12 n1, av pp-f j n1; dt av-j j-vvg n1, av pp-f dt j n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9083 Such a Covenant we suppose and believe to have been made. Such a Covenant we suppose and believe to have been made. d dt n1 pns12 vvb cc vvb pc-acp vhi vbn vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 888 Page 464
9084 2. We believe it not made for all, but conformably to the purpose of Election; if it had been made for all, we could not understand but that all men must be saved. 2. We believe it not made for all, but conformably to the purpose of Election; if it had been made for all, we could not understand but that all men must be saved. crd pns12 vvb pn31 xx vvn p-acp d, p-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp d, pns12 vmd xx vvi cc-acp cst d n2 vmb vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 889 Page 464
9085 3. Nor can we think it was made for an uncertain number; but as there are individual names written in the Book of Life, 3. Nor can we think it was made for an uncertain number; but as there Are Individu names written in the Book of Life, crd ccx vmb pns12 vvi pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1; p-acp a-acp a-acp vbr j-jn n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9086 so we believe the same concerning the rolls of this Covenant. The Lord (as the Apostle tells us) knoweth who are his. Christ was not Sponsor incerti foederis, a surety of an incertain, but of a certain Covenant. so we believe the same Concerning the rolls of this Covenant. The Lord (as the Apostle tells us) Knoweth who Are his. christ was not Sponsor Incerti Fœderis, a surety of an incertain, but of a certain Covenant. av pns12 vvb dt d vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1. dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) vvz r-crq vbr png31. np1 vbds xx n1 fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc-acp pp-f dt j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9087 Some would make Christs Covenant with his Father, not to have been for these, or those persons, some would make Christ Covenant with his Father, not to have been for these, or those Persons, d vmd vvi npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, xx pc-acp vhi vbn p-acp d, cc d n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9088 but indefinitely for those that should believe, and so to have been conditional. but indefinitely for those that should believe, and so to have been conditional. cc-acp av-j c-acp d d vmd vvi, cc av pc-acp vhi vbn j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9089 But certainly no considerate Christian can allow this, who observeth that amongst men, nothing but ignorance of future contingencies, is the cause of incertain, and conditional bargains: But Certainly no considerate Christian can allow this, who observeth that among men, nothing but ignorance of future contingencies, is the cause of incertain, and conditional bargains: p-acp av-j dx j njp vmb vvi d, r-crq vvz d p-acp n2, pix cc-acp n1 pp-f j-jn n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f j, cc j n2: (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9090 the Parent that dieth and gives his Child a Portion conditionally, that he or she marrieth so and so, the Parent that Dieth and gives his Child a Portion conditionally, that he or she Marrieth so and so, dt n1 cst vvz cc vvz po31 n1 dt n1 av-j, cst pns31 cc pns31 vvz av cc av, (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9091 or be subject to such or such Governors, would have left out that condition, if he or she had certainly known what the Child would have done; or be Subject to such or such Governors, would have left out that condition, if he or she had Certainly known what the Child would have done; cc vbi j-jn p-acp d cc d n2, vmd vhi vvn av d n1, cs pns31 cc pns31 vhd av-j vvn r-crq dt n1 vmd vhi vdn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9092 and it seems to us strangely to derogate from the eternal perfection of the Divine Being, in point of Knowledge, so much as to fancy, that God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, (who both from eternity knew who would, and it seems to us strangely to derogate from the Eternal perfection of the Divine Being, in point of Knowledge, so much as to fancy, that God the Father and the Lord jesus christ, (who both from eternity knew who would, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi, cst np1 dt n1 cc dt n1 np1 np1, (r-crq d p-acp n1 vvd r-crq vmd, (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9093 or would not repent and believe, and needs must know it, because they could do neither but by vertue of special grace infused by, or would not Repent and believe, and needs must know it, Because they could do neither but by virtue of special grace infused by, cc vmd xx vvi cc vvi, cc av vmb vvi pn31, c-acp pns32 vmd vdi dx cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp, (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9094 and derived from God,) should make a Covenant each with other; and derived from God,) should make a Covenant each with other; cc vvn p-acp np1,) vmd vvi dt n1 d p-acp n-jn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9095 that such or such persons (who they knew would not repent nor believe,) if they believed and repented, should have a share in the satisfaction and death of Christ. that such or such Persons (who they knew would not Repent nor believe,) if they believed and repented, should have a share in the satisfaction and death of christ. cst d cc d n2 (r-crq pns32 vvd vmd xx vvi ccx vvi,) cs pns32 vvd cc vvn, vmd vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 890 Page 465
9096 4. We do suppose and believe the blood of the Covenant (that is, the blood of Jesus Christ) was intentionally poured forth, according to the Covenant, and for the persons concerned in it. 4. We do suppose and believe the blood of the Covenant (that is, the blood of jesus christ) was intentionally poured forth, according to the Covenant, and for the Persons concerned in it. crd pns12 vdb vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (cst vbz, dt n1 pp-f np1 np1) vbds av-j vvd av, vvg p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp pn31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 891 Page 465
9097 The blood of Christ is called the blood of the Covenant, Zech. 9.11. Heb. 10.29. Heb. 13.20. and the Antitype to those ancient types of the blood of Beasts, which was so called, Exod. 24.8. The blood of christ is called the blood of the Covenant, Zechariah 9.11. Hebrew 10.29. Hebrew 13.20. and the Antitype to those ancient types of the blood of Beasts, which was so called, Exod 24.8. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. cc dt j p-acp d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbds av vvn, np1 crd. (41) sermon (DIV3) 891 Page 465
9098 So that we think it a very unreasonable assertion, to extend the blood of the Covenant, beyond the persons concerned in the Covenant. So that we think it a very unreasonable assertion, to extend the blood of the Covenant, beyond the Persons concerned in the Covenant. av cst pns12 vvb pn31 dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp dt n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 891 Page 465
9099 But yet notwithstanding all this, there is nothing more evident in the issues of Divine Providence, But yet notwithstanding all this, there is nothing more evident in the issues of Divine Providence, p-acp av p-acp d d, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 465
9100 than that this Covenant is held out to all indefinitely. Mar. 16.15. Christs commission to his Apostles runs thus, Go ye into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every Creature: than that this Covenant is held out to all indefinitely. Mar. 16.15. Christ commission to his Apostles runs thus, Go you into all the world, and preach the Gospel to every Creature: cs cst d n1 vbz vvn av p-acp d av-j. np1 crd. npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n2 vvz av, vvb pn22 p-acp d dt n1, cc vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 465
9101 He that believeth, and is baptized, shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. He that Believeth, and is baptised, shall be saved; but he that Believeth not shall be damned. pns31 cst vvz, cc vbz vvn, vmb vbi vvn; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz xx vmb vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 465
9102 Here both the benefit of the New Covenant, eternal life, and salvation is offered to all; Here both the benefit of the New Covenant, Eternal life, and salvation is offered to all; av av-d dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, j n1, cc n1 vbz vvn p-acp d; (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 465
9103 and the terms, believing, and being baptized are also propounded unto all; and according to that direction, and commission is all our Preaching. Now hence ariseth the difficulty: and the terms, believing, and being baptised Are also propounded unto all; and according to that direction, and commission is all our Preaching. Now hence arises the difficulty: cc dt n2, vvg, cc vbg vvn vbr av vvn p-acp d; cc vvg p-acp d n1, cc n1 vbz d po12 vvg. av av vvz dt n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 466
9104 If there be not a possibility of salvation for all men, if they all be not within the verge of the Covenant: If there be not a possibility of salvation for all men, if they all be not within the verge of the Covenant: cs pc-acp vbb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2, cs pns32 d vbb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 466
9105 If Christ hath not died for all, why is the Gospel preached to every creature? how can it consist with the truth and honour of that God who cannot lie, by his Ministers to tell men, that if they will but repent, and believe, they shall be saved? To what end is the Gospel preached unto them? To which I answer, If christ hath not died for all, why is the Gospel preached to every creature? how can it consist with the truth and honour of that God who cannot lie, by his Ministers to tell men, that if they will but Repent, and believe, they shall be saved? To what end is the Gospel preached unto them? To which I answer, cs np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp d, q-crq vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp d n1? q-crq vmb pn31 vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f cst np1 r-crq vmbx vvi, p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi n2, cst cs pns32 vmb p-acp vvb, cc vvi, pns32 vmb vbi vvn? p-acp r-crq n1 vbz dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32? p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, (41) sermon (DIV3) 892 Page 466
9106 1. That the Gospel only asserteth the infallible connexion of faith and salvation. What saith the Gospel? He that believeth, shall be saved; 1. That the Gospel only Asserteth the infallible connexion of faith and salvation. What Says the Gospel? He that Believeth, shall be saved; crd cst dt n1 av-j vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. q-crq vvz dt n1? pns31 cst vvz, vmb vbi vvn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9107 and will any say that a believer shall be damned, or did ever any penitent and believing soul perish? if there had, and will any say that a believer shall be damned, or did ever any penitent and believing soul perish? if there had, cc vmb d vvi cst dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vdd av d j-jn cc j-vvg n1 vvi? cs pc-acp vhd, (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9108 then indeed we might have quarrelled at the truth of God: but God will be true, though all men be found liars. then indeed we might have quarreled At the truth of God: but God will be true, though all men be found liars. av av pns12 vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc-acp np1 vmb vbi j, cs d n2 vbb vvn n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9109 What though ten thousand be told, and have it rung in their Ears, That he who believeth shall be saved, and but ten of those ten thousand should believe, provided that they be saved, God I hope is true, What though ten thousand be told, and have it rung in their Ears, That he who Believeth shall be saved, and but ten of those ten thousand should believe, provided that they be saved, God I hope is true, q-crq cs crd crd vbb vvn, cc vhb pn31 vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns31 r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn, cc p-acp crd pp-f d crd crd vmd vvi, vvn cst pns32 vbb vvn, np1 pns11 vvb vbz j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9110 and what he hath said, is to a tittle made good. and what he hath said, is to a tittle made good. cc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9111 But you will say, why then are all told, if they believe they shall be saved. But you will say, why then Are all told, if they believe they shall be saved. p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, uh-crq av vbr d vvn, cs pns32 vvb pns32 vmb vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9112 The Minister of the Gospel may go to every particular soul, and say to him or her, The Minister of the Gospel may go to every particular soul, and say to him or her, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j n1, cc vvb p-acp pno31 cc pno31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9113 if thou repentest and believest thou shalt be saved. I answer, if thou Repentest and Believest thou shalt be saved. I answer, cs pns21 vv2 cc vv2 pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. pns11 vvb, (41) sermon (DIV3) 893 Page 466
9114 2. God is pleased to hide from his Ministers, his secret counsels concerning the salvation of individual souls. 2. God is pleased to hide from his Ministers, his secret Counsels Concerning the salvation of Individu Souls. crd np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, po31 j-jn n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9115 They therefore may, and must say, whosoever believeth shall be saved; and God will confirm in Heaven whatsoever they deliver on Earth: They Therefore may, and must say, whosoever Believeth shall be saved; and God will confirm in Heaven whatsoever they deliver on Earth: pns32 av vmb, cc vmb vvi, r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn; cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9116 and by vertue of this Commission they may say to every individual soul, Believe and thou shalt be saved; and by virtue of this Commission they may say to every Individu soul, Believe and thou shalt be saved; cc p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d j-jn n1, vvb cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9117 they know not who are ordained to life, and shall have effectual grace bestowed upon them inabling them to believe, they know not who Are ordained to life, and shall have effectual grace bestowed upon them enabling them to believe, pns32 vvb xx r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc vmb vhi j n1 vvn p-acp pno32 vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi, (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9118 but they know the general proposition of the Gospel is true. but they know the general proposition of the Gospel is true. cc-acp pns32 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9119 But still you will say, why hath God by his Providence so ordered it, to what end should the Providence of God order the publication and tender of the Covenant of Grace to a greater number than are concerned in it. But still you will say, why hath God by his Providence so ordered it, to what end should the Providence of God order the publication and tender of the Covenant of Grace to a greater number than Are concerned in it. p-acp av pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vhz np1 p-acp po31 n1 av vvd pn31, p-acp r-crq n1 vmd dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 dt n1 cc j pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt jc n1 cs vbr vvn p-acp pn31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 894 Page 466
9120 3. What if we should say, It is (O Father) so because it pleaseth thee, and be forced here to cry out with the great Apostle, Rom. 9.33. O the depth of the ri hes, both of the wisdom and know ledge of God; 3. What if we should say, It is (Oh Father) so Because it Pleases thee, and be forced Here to cry out with the great Apostle, Rom. 9.33. Oh the depth of the ri hes, both of the Wisdom and know ledge of God; crd q-crq cs pns12 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz (uh n1) av c-acp pn31 vvz pno21, cc vbi vvn av pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt j n1, np1 crd. uh dt n1 pp-f dt zz zz, d pp-f dt n1 cc vvb n1 pp-f np1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 466
9121 how unsearchable are his judgements, and his ways past finding out! how unsearchable Are his Judgments, and his ways passed finding out! c-crq j vbr po31 n2, cc po31 n2 p-acp vvg av! (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 466
9122 vers. 34. For who hath known the mind of the Lord, or who hath been his Counsellor? Who is able to give a just account of Gods designs and intentions, to what purpose he doth things? It is enough for us to know that God doth them, vers. 34. For who hath known the mind of the Lord, or who hath been his Counsellor? Who is able to give a just account of God's designs and intentions, to what purpose he does things? It is enough for us to know that God does them, fw-la. crd p-acp r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc r-crq vhz vbn po31 n1? r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq n1 pns31 vdz n2? pn31 vbz av-d p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi cst np1 vdz pno32, (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 467
9123 and that God may do them, and there is no unrighteousness with him if he doth do it. and that God may do them, and there is no unrighteousness with him if he does doe it. cc cst np1 vmb vdi pno32, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31 cs pns31 vdz n1 pn31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 467
9124 We ought to believe that God hath wise ends in what he doth, though we are not able to find out what they be. We ought to believe that God hath wise ends in what he does, though we Are not able to find out what they be. pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi cst np1 vhz j n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdz, cs pns12 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi av r-crq pns32 vbb. (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 467
9125 Yet it may not be amiss to tell you what Divines do say in the case, Yet it may not be amiss to tell you what Divines do say in the case, av pn31 vmb xx vbi av pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vvz vdb vvi p-acp dt n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 467
9126 though they cannot by searching find out God, nor find out the Almighty unto perfection. 1. There are those that say, that Reprobates are only called to faith and repentance, though they cannot by searching find out God, nor find out the Almighty unto perfection. 1. There Are those that say, that Reprobates Are only called to faith and Repentance, cs pns32 vmbx p-acp vvg vvi av np1, ccx vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1. crd pc-acp vbr d cst vvb, cst n2-jn vbr av-j vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 895 Page 467
9127 as they are mixed with the elect, and the exhortations reach them only by way of concomitancy; as they Are mixed with the elect, and the exhortations reach them only by Way of concomitancy; c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j-vvn, cc dt n2 vvb pno32 av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9128 and possibly it may be doubted, if there were any society, or company of people in the world, amongst whom there were not any ordained to everlasting life; and possibly it may be doubted, if there were any society, or company of people in the world, among whom there were not any ordained to everlasting life; cc av-j pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cs pc-acp vbdr d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ro-crq a-acp vbdr xx d vvn p-acp j n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9129 whether God would at all send his Gospel to them, or direct any of the Messengers of his word to go and call them to repentance. God incouraging Paul, Act. 18.10. to preach the Gospel undauntedly at Corinth, addeth this, for I have much people in this City. whither God would At all send his Gospel to them, or Direct any of the Messengers of his word to go and call them to Repentance. God encouraging Paul, Act. 18.10. to preach the Gospel undauntedly At Corinth, adds this, for I have much people in this city. cs np1 vmd p-acp d vvb po31 n1 p-acp pno32, cc vvi d pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1. np1 vvg np1, n1 crd. pc-acp vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp np1, vvz d, c-acp pns11 vhb d n1 p-acp d n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9130 Now supposing a City in which God had no people, it might be much questioned whether God would. Now supposing a city in which God had no people, it might be much questioned whither God would. av vvg dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd dx n1, pn31 vmd vbi av-d vvn cs np1 vmd. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9131 Certain it is that the Apostle telleth us, that God hath given Pastors and Teachers for the perfecting of the saints, Certain it is that the Apostle Telleth us, that God hath given Pastors and Teachers for the perfecting of the Saints, j pn31 vbz d dt n1 vvz pno12, cst np1 vhz vvn ng1 cc n2 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9150 but this answer doth not satisfie some other very learned men; for what is it to exhort another, but to declare his duty to him; but this answer does not satisfy Some other very learned men; for what is it to exhort Another, but to declare his duty to him; cc-acp d n1 vdz xx vvi d n-jn av j n2; p-acp r-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno31; (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9132 for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, Ephes. 4.11, 12. I remember that when the Prophet Elisha was sent for to Jehosaphat, Jehoram and the King of Edom, when they were in their distress for want of water, (you have the story 2 Kings 3.13.) Elisha saith to the King of Israel (who was a wicked King) what have I to do with thee? vers. 14. Were it not that I regard the presence of Jehosophat, the King of Judah, I would not look toward thee, nor see thee. for the work of the Ministry, for the edifying of the body of christ, Ephesians 4.11, 12. I Remember that when the Prophet Elisha was sent for to Jehoshaphat, jehoram and the King of Edom, when they were in their distress for want of water, (you have the story 2 Kings 3.13.) Elisha Says to the King of Israel (who was a wicked King) what have I to do with thee? vers. 14. Were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat, the King of Judah, I would not look towards thee, nor see thee. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb cst c-crq dt n1 np1 vbds vvn p-acp pc-acp np1, np1 cc dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (pn22 vhb dt n1 crd n2 crd.) np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbds dt j n1) r-crq vhb pns11 pc-acp vdi p-acp pno21? fw-la. crd vbdr pn31 xx cst pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, pns11 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno21, ccx vvi pno21. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9133 I am very apt to think God speaketh so to every one whom he hath passed over in his eternal purpose, I am very apt to think God speaks so to every one whom he hath passed over in his Eternal purpose, pns11 vbm av j pc-acp vvi np1 vvz av p-acp d crd ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 j n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9134 and knoweth that they will not repent and believe; and Knoweth that they will not Repent and believe; cc vvz cst pns32 vmb xx vvi cc vvi; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9135 Were it not for the sake of his elect, with whom these men are mixed, God would never regard them, Were it not for the sake of his elect, with whom these men Are mixed, God would never regard them, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vvi, p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbr vvn, np1 vmd av-x vvi pno32, (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9136 nor look to them in his Gospel dispensations: nor look to them in his Gospel dispensations: ccx vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 n1 n2: (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9137 but as the Gardiner watereth the weeds amongst the herbs, because he cannot at present well pluck them up; but as the Gardener Waters the weeds among the herbs, Because he cannot At present well pluck them up; cc-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n2, c-acp pns31 vmbx p-acp vvi av vvi pno32 a-acp; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9138 so God having resolved that the Tares should be suffered amongst the Wheat, till the great harvest watereth them with the dew of the Gospel; so God having resolved that the Tares should be suffered among the Wheat, till the great harvest Waters them with the due of the Gospel; av np1 vhg vvn d dt n2 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt j n1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 467
9139 pariter adeunt, pariter audiunt (as Augustine saith in another case) they living amongst the elect of God, hear the words that are spoken from God to them; pariter adeunt, pariter Audiunt (as Augustine Says in Another case) they living among the elect of God, hear the words that Are spoken from God to them; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz p-acp j-jn n1) pns32 vvg p-acp dt j-vvn pp-f np1, vvb dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno32; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 468
9140 the Ministers of the Gospel they know them not, and therefore cannot distinguish; and it hath pleased the wise God so to order it. the Ministers of the Gospel they know them not, and Therefore cannot distinguish; and it hath pleased the wise God so to order it. dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb pno32 xx, cc av vmbx vvi; cc pn31 vhz vvn dt j np1 av pc-acp vvi pn31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 468
9141 And this answer indeed almost taketh away the subject of the question, for then it is as it were by accident only, that they are called to. And this answer indeed almost Takes away the Subject of the question, for then it is as it were by accident only, that they Are called to. cc d n1 av av vvz av dt n-jn pp-f dt n1, c-acp cs pn31 vbz c-acp pn31 vbdr p-acp n1 av-j, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 468
9142 The Elect are those spoken to, others only as they are in their company; The Elect Are those spoken to, Others only as they Are in their company; dt j vbr d vvn p-acp, n2-jn av-j c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp po32 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 468
9143 as a Father intending only to give good counsel to his own children, may yet give it to others, who accidentally are in their company. as a Father intending only to give good counsel to his own children, may yet give it to Others, who accidentally Are in their company. c-acp dt n1 vvg av-j pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 d n2, vmb av vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq av-j vbr p-acp po32 n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 896 Page 468
9144 2. But there are others who think, That God doth this, that he might declare to all what is their duty; 2. But there Are Others who think, That God does this, that he might declare to all what is their duty; crd p-acp a-acp vbr n2-jn r-crq vvb, cst np1 vdz d, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz po32 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9145 Alii vocantur, ad officium solum, alii etiam ad beneficium, Spanhemius. Alii vocantur, ad officium solum, alii etiam ad beneficium, Spanhemius. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9146 A Creditor may, I hope, mind his Debtor of his debt, though he knoweth that he is not able to pay a tenth part of it, A Creditor may, I hope, mind his Debtor of his debt, though he Knoweth that he is not able to pay a tenth part of it, dt n1 vmb, pns11 vvb, vvb po31 n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz cst pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9147 and be resolved never to lend him mony to do it; and be resolved never to lend him money to do it; cc vbi vvn av-x pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vdi pn31; (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9148 and so in calling upon him cannot be supposed so much as to intend his own payment, and satisfaction; and so in calling upon him cannot be supposed so much as to intend his own payment, and satisfaction; cc av p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 vmbx vbi vvn av av-d c-acp pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, cc n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9149 for none intendeth what he knoweth is impossible. This is an answer which our learned Pemble gives: for none intends what he Knoweth is impossible. This is an answer which our learned Pemble gives: c-acp pix vvz r-crq pns31 vvz vbz j. d vbz dt n1 r-crq po12 j np1 vvz: (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9151 and to say that the end why God declareth unto Reprobates their duty, is that he might declare their duty to them, is something uncouth, and to say that the end why God Declareth unto Reprobates their duty, is that he might declare their duty to them, is something uncouth, cc pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 c-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2-jn po32 n1, vbz cst pns31 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno32, vbz pi j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9152 for idem non est finis suiipsius: for idem non est finis suiipsius: c-acp fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la: (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9153 The question is, what end the wise God can have in declaring their duty to them in, and by such exhortations. The question is, what end the wise God can have in declaring their duty to them in, and by such exhortations. dt n1 vbz, q-crq vvb dt j np1 vmb vhi p-acp vvg po32 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp, cc p-acp d n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 897 Page 468
9154 3. It is therefore possibly better answered, That God doth this for maintaining discipline, and government in the world. 3. It is Therefore possibly better answered, That God does this for maintaining discipline, and government in the world. crd pn31 vbz av av-j jc vvn, cst np1 vdz d p-acp vvg n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9155 It is but a common observation, that the Preaching of the Gospel generally restraineth, and civilizeth those, It is but a Common observation, that the Preaching of the Gospel generally restraineth, and civilizeth those, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, cst dt vvg pp-f dt n1 av-j vvz, cc vvz d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9156 or very many of those whose hearts are not yet changed by it, and converted to the obedience of the Gospel. or very many of those whose hearts Are not yet changed by it, and converted to the Obedience of the Gospel. cc av d pp-f d rg-crq n2 vbr xx av vvn p-acp pn31, cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9157 Take in your eye but two places, one where there is no Preaching of the Gospel, Take in your eye but two places, one where there is no Preaching of the Gospel, vvb p-acp po22 n1 cc-acp crd n2, crd n1 pc-acp vbz dx vvg pp-f dt n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9158 or none which truly deserveth that name; another place where the Gospel is Preached duly, daily and lively; or none which truly deserveth that name; Another place where the Gospel is Preached duly, daily and lively; cc pi r-crq av-j vvz d n1; j-jn n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-jn, av-j cc j; (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9159 and observe if the generality of the people in the later place, be not strangely more civilized than those of the other Town or City. and observe if the generality of the people in the later place, be not strangely more civilized than those of the other Town or city. cc vvb cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt jc n1, vbb xx av-j av-dc vvn cs d pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9160 So that God by the Preaching of the Gospel to all, and the work of his Providence in so ordering and disposing it, So that God by the Preaching of the Gospel to all, and the work of his Providence in so ordering and disposing it, av cst np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp av vvg cc vvg pn31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9161 though he doth not intend the salvation of Reprobates; though he does not intend the salvation of Reprobates; cs pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9162 yet may have a wise and excellent end for the good of the world, in bridling and restraining the outragious, yet may have a wise and excellent end for the good of the world, in bridling and restraining the outrageous, av vmb vhi dt j cc j n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg cc vvg dt j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9163 and unbridled lusts of such men; and unbridled Lustiest of such men; cc j-vvn n2 pp-f d n2; (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9164 so that the world is not such a heap of confusion, such a place of universal disorder, so that the world is not such a heap of confusion, such a place of universal disorder, av cst dt n1 vbz xx d dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n1 pp-f j n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 468
9165 as it would be, were it not for the influence of the indefinite, and universal Preaching of the Gospel amongst them; as it would be, were it not for the influence of the indefinite, and universal Preaching of the Gospel among them; c-acp pn31 vmd vbi, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc j vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32; (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 469
9166 nor is this an end at all unworthy of a wise and holy God, as well with relation to his own glory, which is impeached by the exorbitancies of mens lusts, nor is this an end At all unworthy of a wise and holy God, as well with Relation to his own glory, which is impeached by the Extravagancies of men's Lustiest, ccx vbz d dt n1 p-acp d j pp-f dt j cc j np1, c-acp av p-acp n1 p-acp po31 d n1, r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 469
9167 as with reference to the good of humane society, for which (as I have all along shewed you in these Discourses) our good God in the motions of his Providence sheweth a great kindness, as with Referente to the good of humane society, for which (as I have all along showed you in these Discourses) our good God in the motions of his Providence shows a great kindness, c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt j pp-f j n1, p-acp r-crq (c-acp pns11 vhb d a-acp vvd pn22 p-acp d n2) po12 j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvz dt j n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 469
9168 and this may be said to be another end of Gods, which also he doth generally obtain. and this may be said to be Another end of God's, which also he does generally obtain. cc d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi j-jn n1 pp-f n2, r-crq av pns31 vdz av-j vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 898 Page 469
9169 It is said by some, That God causeth the Gospel to be Preached unto some, that they might be without excuse. It is said by Some, That God Causes the Gospel to be Preached unto Some, that they might be without excuse. pn31 vbz vvn p-acp d, cst np1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d, cst pns32 vmd vbi p-acp n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9170 The Apostle telleth us, That the invisible things of God, from the creation of the world, are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, The Apostle Telleth us, That the invisible things of God, from the creation of the world, Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made, dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9171 even his eternal power, and God-head, so that they are without excuse, because that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, Rom. 1.20. he speaketh of the Heathens; even his Eternal power, and Godhead, so that they Are without excuse, Because that when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, Rom. 1.20. he speaks of the heathens; av po31 j n1, cc n1, av cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1, c-acp cst c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, np1 crd. pns31 vvz pp-f dt n2-jn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9172 and why may not we say of others, that the glorious Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ is Preached unto many, and why may not we say of Others, that the glorious Gospel of our Lord jesus christ is Preached unto many, cc q-crq vmb xx pns12 vvi pp-f n2-jn, cst dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 np1 np1 vbz vvn p-acp d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9173 and the riches of Divine Grace displayed before them, so that they are without excuse, while they continue in impenitency and unbelief: and the riches of Divine Grace displayed before them, so that they Are without excuse, while they continue in impenitency and unbelief: cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pno32, av cst pns32 vbr p-acp n1, cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9174 we may say of them as the Apostle saith of the Jews, Have they not heard, Rom. 10.18. did they not know? God hath stretcht forth his hand to a disobedient and gainsaying people. we may say of them as the Apostle Says of the jews, Have they not herd, Rom. 10.18. did they not know? God hath stretched forth his hand to a disobedient and gainsaying people. pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f dt np2, vhb pns32 xx vvn, np1 crd. vdd pns32 xx vvi? np1 vhz vvn av po31 n1 p-acp dt j cc vvg n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9175 vers. 21. I know Arminius doth object against this answer, telling us, this cannot be Gods end in sending his Gospel, vers. 21. I know Arminius does Object against this answer, telling us, this cannot be God's end in sending his Gospel, fw-la. crd pns11 vvb np1 vdz vvi p-acp d n1, vvg pno12, d vmbx vbi n2 vvb p-acp vvg po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9176 for exhortations, to faith and repentance, do not of themselves render persons without excuse; but this is added to the nature of them. for exhortations, to faith and Repentance, do not of themselves render Persons without excuse; but this is added to the nature of them. c-acp n2, p-acp n1 cc n1, vdb xx pp-f px32 vvi n2 p-acp n1; p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9177 But this reason also would prove that the faith and obedience of the elect is not intended by God, But this reason also would prove that the faith and Obedience of the elect is not intended by God, p-acp d n1 av vmd vvi d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n-vvn vbz xx vvn p-acp np1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9178 for their obedience also is added to the exhortations. for their Obedience also is added to the exhortations. p-acp po32 n1 av vbz vvn p-acp dt n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9179 But enough is spoken upon this Argument, as to such who have an ear open to receive an answer. But enough is spoken upon this Argument, as to such who have an ear open to receive an answer. p-acp d vbz vvn p-acp d n1, a-acp p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9180 Supposing that God hath chosen but some to eternal life, that Christ hath made a Covenant but for some, Supposing that God hath chosen but Some to Eternal life, that christ hath made a Covenant but for Some, vvg cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d p-acp j n1, cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 cc-acp p-acp d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9181 nor intentionally dyed for more than his Father had chosen in him, and given to him: nor intentionally died for more than his Father had chosen in him, and given to him: ccx av-j vvn p-acp dc cs po31 n1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvn p-acp pno31: (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9182 yet God might cause the Gospel to be preached unto all the world, and have very wise ends in the doing of it. yet God might cause the Gospel to be preached unto all the world, and have very wise ends in the doing of it. av np1 vmd vvi dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc vhb av j n2 p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9183 So as that the universality of the call to faith and repentance, is no argument either against the election of grace, or for an incertain Covenant, no nor yet for an universal redemption. So as that the universality of the call to faith and Repentance, is no argument either against the election of grace, or for an incertain Covenant, not nor yet for an universal redemption. av c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1, vbz dx n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n1, xx ccx av p-acp dt j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 899 Page 469
9184 And from hence also an easie solution may be made of another appearing difficulty. And from hence also an easy solution may be made of Another appearing difficulty. cc p-acp av av dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f n-jn j-vvg n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 900 Page 469
9185 It is certain, according to the letter of my Text, That now God commandeth every man to repent. How can this be? It is certain, according to the Letter of my Text, That now God commands every man to Repent. How can this be? pn31 vbz j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cst av np1 vvz d n1 pc-acp vvi. q-crq vmb d vbi? (41) sermon (DIV3) 900 Page 470
9186 Quest. 2. Supposing that a man or woman hath of himself no power to believe, or to repent; Quest. 2. Supposing that a man or woman hath of himself no power to believe, or to Repent; n1. crd vvg cst dt n1 cc n1 vhz pp-f px31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi; (41) sermon (DIV3) 901 Page 470
9187 how standeth it with the sincerity and truth of God to command them to repent or believe; how Stands it with the sincerity and truth of God to command them to Repent or believe; q-crq vvz pn31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (41) sermon (DIV3) 901 Page 470
9188 or how will it stand with Divine Justice, to condemn them for not repenting, or believing? For this general command of men to repent, or how will it stand with Divine justice, to condemn them for not repenting, or believing? For this general command of men to Repent, cc q-crq vmb pn31 vvi p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp xx vvg, cc vvg? p-acp d j n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi, (41) sermon (DIV3) 901 Page 470
9189 and to believe, is not only made use of to destroy the Doctrine of Election and the certainty of the Covenant of Grace, but also to destroy special and effectual Grace. and to believe, is not only made use of to destroy the Doctrine of Election and the certainty of the Covenant of Grace, but also to destroy special and effectual Grace. cc pc-acp vvi, vbz xx av-j vvn n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp av pc-acp vvi j cc j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 901 Page 470
9190 My business is not at present to establish those great truths which are abundantly spoken to by others; My business is not At present to establish those great truths which Are abundantly spoken to by Others; po11 n1 vbz xx p-acp j pc-acp vvi d j n2 r-crq vbr av-j vvn p-acp p-acp n2-jn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 902 Page 470
9191 and I have elsewhere, and at other times spoken abundantly to them: and I have elsewhere, and At other times spoken abundantly to them: cc pns11 vhb av, cc p-acp j-jn n2 vvn av-j p-acp pno32: (41) sermon (DIV3) 902 Page 470
9193 and to shew you that the Universality of the Ministerial Gospel-call maketh no argument against them. and to show you that the Universality of the Ministerial Gospel call makes no argument against them. cc pc-acp vvi pn22 d dt n1 pp-f dt j j vvz dx n1 p-acp pno32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 902 Page 470
9194 I say then, supposing man in his lapsed state to have no power to repent, yet it is consistent enough with the truth and seriousness of God, with his purity and holiness, or any other attribute of his perfection, to call all men to repent; neither doth such his call of them imply any such natural, innate power in them. I say then, supposing man in his lapsed state to have no power to Repent, yet it is consistent enough with the truth and seriousness of God, with his purity and holiness, or any other attribute of his perfection, to call all men to Repent; neither does such his call of them imply any such natural, innate power in them. pns11 vvb av, vvg n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1 pc-acp vhi dx n1 p-acp vvb, av pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc d j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi; d vdz d po31 vvb pp-f pno32 vvi d d j, j n1 p-acp pno32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 902 Page 470
9195 1. What if man in his lapsed estate by nature hath no power to any action that is spiritually good, not to believe, nor repent; yet is it not his duty to do both, 1. What if man in his lapsed estate by nature hath no power to any actium that is spiritually good, not to believe, nor Repent; yet is it not his duty to do both, crd q-crq cs n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1 p-acp n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz av-j j, xx p-acp vvb, ccx vvi; av vbz pn31 xx po31 n1 pc-acp vdi d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9196 and had not our proparent a power given him of God to do whatsoever was necessary in order to his eternal salvation? His duty is, because God commandeth it; and had not our proparent a power given him of God to do whatsoever was necessary in order to his Eternal salvation? His duty is, Because God commands it; cc vhd xx po12 n1 dt n1 vvn pno31 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi r-crq vbds j p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j n1? po31 n1 vbz, c-acp np1 vvz pn31; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9197 my Text saith, he commandeth now all men to repent: my Text Says, he commands now all men to Repent: po11 n1 vvz, pns31 vvz av d n2 pc-acp vvi: (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9198 and certainly in Adam both he, and all of us had a power to do whatsoever was the will of God as to his own, and Certainly in Adam both he, and all of us had a power to do whatsoever was the will of God as to his own, cc av-j p-acp np1 d pns31, cc d pp-f pno12 vhn dt n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp po31 d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9199 and our salvation, in that estate wherein God created him, and us in him. and our salvation, in that estate wherein God created him, and us in him. cc po12 n1, p-acp d n1 c-crq np1 vvd pno31, cc pno12 p-acp pno31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9200 Hath God lost his right to demand his due, because man hath lost his power to pay it? I know the Remonstrants and Socinians generally deny this, Hath God lost his right to demand his endue, Because man hath lost his power to pay it? I know the Remonstrants and socinians generally deny this, vhz np1 vvn po31 n-jn pc-acp vvi po31 n-jn, c-acp n1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31? pns11 vvb dt n2 cc njp2 av-j vvi d, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9201 and say (and they say true) that Adam had not a power to repent and believe in Jesus Christ (that is, a specifick power): but neither were these necessary in that state, nor indeed practicable. and say (and they say true) that Adam had not a power to Repent and believe in jesus christ (that is, a specific power): but neither were these necessary in that state, nor indeed practicable. cc vvb (cc pns32 vvb j) cst np1 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp vvb cc vvi p-acp np1 np1 (cst vbz, dt vvi n1): p-acp d vbdr d j p-acp d n1, ccx av j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9202 Adam was created a just man, that needed no repentance, needed no faith in a Mediator; but Adam had a power, Adam was created a just man, that needed no Repentance, needed no faith in a Mediator; but Adam had a power, np1 vbds vvn dt j n1, cst vvd dx n1, vvd dx n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp np1 vhd dt n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9203 and we in him, to all in that estate necessary; and we in him, to all in that estate necessary; cc pns12 p-acp pno31, p-acp d p-acp cst n1 j; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9204 if Adam and we (in him) have by voluntary transgression, made any thing more necessary, if Adam and we (in him) have by voluntary Transgression, made any thing more necessary, cs np1 cc zz (p-acp pno31) vhb p-acp j-jn n1, vvd d n1 av-dc j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 470
9205 and God upon a Covenant of Grace, hath restored us upon the performance of such other things; and God upon a Covenant of Grace, hath restored us upon the performance of such other things; cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9206 I hope Gods justice shall not be impeached, for his not giving us a power to do those things also, I hope God's Justice shall not be impeached, for his not giving us a power to do those things also, pns11 vvb npg1 n1 vmb xx vbi vvn, p-acp po31 xx vvg pno12 dt n1 pc-acp vdi d n2 av, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9207 whereas we originally had a sufficiency of power to do all God required of us in that state. Aquinas sufficiently determines this point; whereas we originally had a sufficiency of power to do all God required of us in that state. Aquinas sufficiently determines this point; cs pns12 av-j vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d np1 vvd pp-f pno12 p-acp d n1. np1 av-j vvz d n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9208 Adams reason (saith he) in the state of innocency being subjected to God, and his inferiour faculties being subjected to his reason; Adams reason (Says he) in the state of innocency being subjected to God, and his inferior faculties being subjected to his reason; npg1 n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbg vvn p-acp np1, cc po31 j-jn n2 vbg vvn p-acp po31 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9209 he had in some sense all graces [ omnes virtutes ] and that both in habit, he had in Some sense all graces [ omnes Virtues ] and that both in habit, pns31 vhd p-acp d n1 d n2 [ fw-la n2 ] cc cst d p-acp n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9210 and act, which do not imply an imperfection repugnant to that state; and act, which do not imply an imperfection repugnant to that state; cc n1, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 j p-acp d n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9227 yet I think the matter would not be much, for in the great day we shall find God will have enough to say for condemning sinners, yet I think the matter would not be much, for in the great day we shall find God will have enough to say for condemning Sinners, av pns11 vvb dt n1 vmd xx vbi av-d, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pns12 vmb vvi np1 vmb vhi d pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9211 others, only in the habit, &c. He instanceth in repentance only, and saith, Adam had faith both in the habit and act; but he speaks of faith only as respecting God, and the proposition of the word, not as respecting a Mediator, for the object; for we all know that in that state there was no need of a Mediator, and consequently, faith in the Mediator implieth the imperfection of a lapsed state, repugnant to the perfection of the primaevous state of innocency. Others, only in the habit, etc. He Instanceth in Repentance only, and Says, Adam had faith both in the habit and act; but he speaks of faith only as respecting God, and the proposition of the word, not as respecting a Mediator, for the Object; for we all know that in that state there was no need of a Mediator, and consequently, faith in the Mediator Implies the imperfection of a lapsed state, repugnant to the perfection of the primaevous state of innocency. n2-jn, av-j p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz p-acp n1 av-j, cc vvz, np1 vhd n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1; p-acp pns31 vvz pp-f n1 av-j p-acp vvg np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, xx p-acp vvg dt n1, p-acp dt n1; p-acp pns12 d vvb cst p-acp d n1 a-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-j, n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt vvn n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9212 It is enough we had in Adam a sufficiency of power to do all necessary to our salvation in that estate. It is enough we had in Adam a sufficiency of power to do all necessary to our salvation in that estate. pn31 vbz d pns12 vhd p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi d j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp d n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9213 It was our transgression made any thing else necessary. It was our Transgression made any thing Else necessary. pn31 vbds po12 n1 vvd d n1 av j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 903 Page 471
9214 2. You heard under the former head, That God may have many wise ends why he now calleth all men to repent, 2. You herd under the former head, That God may have many wise ends why he now calls all men to Repent, crd pn22 vvd p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 vmb vhi d j n2 c-crq pns31 av vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi, (41) sermon (DIV3) 904 Page 471
9215 though he did not intend that upon that call they should repent or believe. though he did not intend that upon that call they should Repent or believe. cs pns31 vdd xx vvi cst p-acp d vvb pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 904 Page 471
9216 3. Although lapsed man hath no power of himself, to repent, or believe, without the special effectual grace of God; 3. Although lapsed man hath no power of himself, to Repent, or believe, without the special effectual grace of God; crd cs vvn n1 vhz dx n1 pp-f px31, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f np1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 905 Page 471
9217 yet he hath a power by vertue of that Common-Grace which God denieth to no man, to do much in order to his repentance and believing. yet he hath a power by virtue of that common-grace which God Denieth to no man, to do much in order to his Repentance and believing. av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dx n1, pc-acp vdi d p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc vvg. (41) sermon (DIV3) 905 Page 471
9218 4. What if we should leave it for a question to be decided at the great day: 4. What if we should leave it for a question to be decided At the great day: crd q-crq cs pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9219 whether Reprobates shall be condemned, strictly for not believing, in sensu diviso, that is, not receiving of Jesus Christ, whither Reprobates shall be condemned, strictly for not believing, in sensu diviso, that is, not receiving of jesus christ, cs n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, av-j c-acp xx vvg, p-acp fw-la fw-it, cst vbz, xx vvg pp-f np1 np1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9220 and resting upon him as their Saviour; and resting upon him as their Saviour; cc vvg p-acp pno31 c-acp po32 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9221 or for not believing, in sensu composito, not doing what in them lay, that they might believe. God calleth all men to repent and to believe; it is true, it is not in their power to exert an act of faith, or a salvifick act of repentance; or for not believing, in sensu composito, not doing what in them lay, that they might believe. God calls all men to Repent and to believe; it is true, it is not in their power to exert an act of faith, or a salvific act of Repentance; cc c-acp xx vvg, p-acp fw-la fw-la, xx vdg q-crq p-acp pno32 vvd, cst pns32 vmd vvi. np1 vvz d n2 p-acp vvb cc p-acp vvb; pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz xx p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 n1 pp-f n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9222 but it is in their power to read the word, to hear it, to meditate upon it, to consider their sins, to leave many of them, as to the external act. but it is in their power to read the word, to hear it, to meditate upon it, to Consider their Sins, to leave many of them, as to the external act. cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvb dt n1, p-acp vvb pn31, p-acp vvi p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, pc-acp vvi d pp-f pno32, a-acp p-acp dt j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9223 I always thought it a very idle question, An homine faciente quod in se est Deus teneatur gratiam dare, Whether if a man did what lay in his power to do, God be bound to give his effectual saving grace. I always Thought it a very idle question, an homine faciente quod in se est Deus teneatur gratiam Dare, Whither if a man did what lay in his power to do, God be bound to give his effectual Saving grace. pns11 av vvd pn31 dt j j n1, dt fw-la j fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la ng1 fw-la vvb, cs cs dt n1 vdd r-crq vvd p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vdi, np1 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j j-vvg n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 471
9224 For I dare say, an instance cannot be given of any that hath done what lies in his power, to whom God hath denied his effectual grace; For I Dare say, an instance cannot be given of any that hath done what lies in his power, to whom God hath denied his effectual grace; p-acp pns11 vvb vvi, dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d cst vhz vdn r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn po31 j n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9225 but Deus tenetur, is a very hard saying. Who can make God a debtor to his creature? who hath given unto him, but Deus tenetur, is a very hard saying. Who can make God a debtor to his creature? who hath given unto him, cc-acp fw-la fw-la, vbz dt av j n-vvg. q-crq vmb vvi np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vhz vvn p-acp pno31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9226 and it shall be repaid him? If we could not say any thing to justifie God in condemning sinners (who have no power to any spiritual act) for not believing, not repenting; and it shall be repaid him? If we could not say any thing to justify God in condemning Sinners (who have no power to any spiritual act) for not believing, not repenting; cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pno31? cs pns12 vmd xx vvi d n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg n2 (r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp d j n1) c-acp xx vvg, xx vvg; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9229 though he should say nothing to them, for not doing that which without his special grace is confessedly not in the power of lapsed man. though he should say nothing to them, for not doing that which without his special grace is confessedly not in the power of lapsed man. cs pns31 vmd vvi pix p-acp pno32, c-acp xx vdg d r-crq p-acp po31 j n1 vbz av-vvn xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvn n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9230 But enough is spoken to vindicate this motion of Divine Providence. But enough is spoken to vindicate this motion of Divine Providence. p-acp d vbz vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9231 My Text is true, God now by his Ministers calleth all men to repent, and he may do it with consistency to his truth and sincerity, to his holiness and goodness, notwithstanding the certainty of his election, My Text is true, God now by his Ministers calls all men to Repent, and he may do it with consistency to his truth and sincerity, to his holiness and Goodness, notwithstanding the certainty of his election, po11 n1 vbz j, np1 av p-acp po31 n2 vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pns31 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9232 and his certain knowledge of who are his, having wrote their names in the book of life; and his certain knowledge of who Are his, having wrote their names in the book of life; cc po31 j n1 pp-f r-crq vbr png31, vhg vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9233 and notwithstanding the certainty of the Covenant of Grace, as to persons, and the certainty of the persons for whom Christ hath died, and notwithstanding the certainty of the Covenant of Grace, as to Persons, and the certainty of the Persons for whom christ hath died, cc a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, a-acp p-acp n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9234 and the impotency in fallen man, to exert any truly spiritual act, such as those of faith, and repentance must be. and the impotency in fallen man, to exert any truly spiritual act, such as those of faith, and Repentance must be. cc dt n1 p-acp j-vvn n1, pc-acp vvi d av-j j n1, d c-acp d pp-f n1, cc n1 vmb vbi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9235 Let us now consider how this Discourse may be useful to us by way of practical Application. Let us now Consider how this Discourse may be useful to us by Way of practical Application. vvb pno12 av vvi c-crq d n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 p-acp n1 pp-f j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 906 Page 472
9236 Ʋse 1. And in the first place, this may be of use to you to restrain you from approving of the bold sayings of those who reflect upon the truths of God, Ʋse 1. And in the First place, this may be of use to you to restrain you from approving of the bold sayings of those who reflect upon the truths of God, j crd cc p-acp dt ord n1, d vmb vbi pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp vvg pp-f dt j n2-vvg pp-f d r-crq vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9237 and would turn them into falshoods, because forsooth, their narrow apprehensions cannot reconcile them to the truth, sincerity, holiness and goodness of God. and would turn them into falsehoods, Because forsooth, their narrow apprehensions cannot reconcile them to the truth, sincerity, holiness and Goodness of God. cc vmd vvi pno32 p-acp n2, p-acp uh, po32 j n2 vmbx vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9238 Let God be true and men liars; Let God be true and men liars; vvb np1 vbb j cc n2 n2; (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9239 let him be good, infinitely good, though all men be bad, This quarrelling at God is an old humour of corrupt hearts. let him be good, infinitely good, though all men be bad, This quarreling At God is an old humour of corrupt hearts. vvb pno31 vbi j, av-j j, cs d n2 vbb j, d vvg p-acp np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f j n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9240 O house of Israel (saith God Ezech. 18.25.) Is not my way equal, are not your ways unequal? When a righteous man turneth from his righteousness, Oh house of Israel (Says God Ezekiel 18.25.) Is not my Way equal, Are not your ways unequal? When a righteous man turns from his righteousness, uh n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1 np1 crd.) vbz xx po11 n1 j-jn, vbr xx po22 n2 j? c-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9241 and committeth iniquities, and dieth in them; for his iniquity that he hath done shall he dye: and Committeth iniquities, and Dieth in them; for his iniquity that he hath done shall he die: cc vvz n2, cc vvz p-acp pno32; c-acp po31 n1 cst pns31 vhz vdn vmb pns31 vvi: (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9242 again, when the wicked man turneth away from his wickedness, that he hath committed, and doth that which is right, he shall save his soul alive. again, when the wicked man turns away from his wickedness, that he hath committed, and does that which is right, he shall save his soul alive. av, c-crq dt j n1 vvz av p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn, cc vdz d r-crq vbz j-jn, pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 j. (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9243 When a sinner repenteth, and believeth, he shall live, he shall be saved: When a sinner Repenteth, and Believeth, he shall live, he shall be saved: c-crq dt n1 vvz, cc vvz, pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vmb vbi vvn: (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9244 when he apostatizeth from his profession, and returneth with the Dog to his vomit, or goeth on impenitently in his course of sin, when he apostatizeth from his profession, and returns with the Dog to his vomit, or Goes on impenitently in his course of since, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz a-acp av-jn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9245 and dieth in it, his soul shall perish. What then, are not the Lords ways equal, is not God in all this holy, and Dieth in it, his soul shall perish. What then, Are not the lords ways equal, is not God in all this holy, cc vvz p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vmb vvi. q-crq av, vbr xx dt n2 n2 j-jn, vbz xx np1 p-acp d d j, (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 472
9246 and righteous, and just, and good? and righteous, and just, and good? cc j, cc j, cc j? (41) sermon (DIV3) 907 Page 473
9247 O but it is not equal, say some, that God should offer life, and the benefits of the Covenant of Grace, to those to whom he intendeth not to give them. Oh but it is not equal, say Some, that God should offer life, and the benefits of the Covenant of Grace, to those to whom he intends not to give them. uh p-acp pn31 vbz xx j-jn, vvb d, cst np1 vmd vvi n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi pno32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9248 How doth it appear, that God offers any such thing to them; why may not Gods offer be only to the elect, and others no further concerned, How does it appear, that God offers any such thing to them; why may not God's offer be only to the elect, and Others no further concerned, q-crq vdz pn31 vvi, cst np1 vvz d d n1 p-acp pno32; q-crq vmb xx ng1 n1 vbb j p-acp dt j-vvn, cc n2-jn dx av-jc vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9249 than as they are in the company of those to whom such grace is offered? But the Ministers of the Gospel who are Gods Messengers, do offer life to all that will believe: than as they Are in the company of those to whom such grace is offered? But the Ministers of the Gospel who Are God's Messengers, do offer life to all that will believe: cs c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f d p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn? p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vbr ng1 n2, vdb vvi n1 p-acp d cst vmb vvi: (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9250 they do so, and God will make it good; they do so, and God will make it good; pns32 vdb av, cc np1 vmb vvi pn31 j; (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9251 where now is the inequality of Gods ways? But why is the Gospel at all preached to those who shall have no benefit by it? I answer, What if God please to make use of this as a means the better to restrain the lusts of men, where now is the inequality of God's ways? But why is the Gospel At all preached to those who shall have no benefit by it? I answer, What if God please to make use of this as a means the better to restrain the Lustiest of men, c-crq av vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2? p-acp q-crq vbz dt n1 p-acp d vvd p-acp d r-crq vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pn31? pns11 vvb, q-crq cs np1 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f d c-acp dt n2 dt jc pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9252 and to keep the world in order, and a temper fit for mutual society. and to keep the world in order, and a temper fit for mutual society. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 j p-acp j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9253 But why are they commanded to repent and believe, that have no power to do either? Had they never a power in Adam? If they had, But why Are they commanded to Repent and believe, that have no power to do either? Had they never a power in Adam? If they had, p-acp q-crq vbr pns32 vvn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cst vhb dx n1 pc-acp vdi d? vhd pns32 av dt n1 p-acp np1? cs pns32 vhd, (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9254 surely God may require his debt although they be not able to pay. surely God may require his debt although they be not able to pay. av-j np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 cs pns32 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9255 Have they a power to do nothing toward these things? If they would do what in them lay, would God deny his grace? Did ever any soul perish, think you, that did what was within its power in order to its salvation? If there did not, Have they a power to do nothing towards these things? If they would do what in them lay, would God deny his grace? Did ever any soul perish, think you, that did what was within its power in order to its salvation? If there did not, vhb pns32 dt n1 pc-acp vdi pix p-acp d n2? cs pns32 vmd vdi r-crq p-acp pno32 vvd, vmd np1 vvi po31 n1? vdd av d n1 vvi, vvb pn22, cst vdd r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1? cs a-acp vdd xx, (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9256 why do men quarrel with God? their destruction is of themselves. why do men quarrel with God? their destruction is of themselves. q-crq vdb n2 vvi p-acp np1? po32 n1 vbz pp-f px32. (41) sermon (DIV3) 908 Page 473
9257 Ʋse 2. What remaineth then, but that leaving our disputing with God, or quarrelling either with the truths of his word, or motions of his Providence; Ʋse 2. What remains then, but that leaving our disputing with God, or quarreling either with the truths of his word, or motions of his Providence; j crd q-crq vvz av, cc-acp cst vvg po12 vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg d p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9258 all men apply themselves to be obedient to the Heavenly Command? The days of ignorance God winked at; all men apply themselves to be obedient to the Heavenly Command? The days of ignorance God winked At; d n2 vvi px32 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt j n1? dt n2 pp-f n1 np1 vvd p-acp; (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9259 but now, saith my Text, God commandeth all men to repent. Supposing an election of grace, and that not of qualities, but of persons. but now, Says my Text, God commands all men to Repent. Supposing an election of grace, and that not of qualities, but of Persons. cc-acp av, vvz po11 n1, np1 vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi. vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cst xx pp-f n2, cc-acp pp-f n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9260 Supposing an eternal Covenant, and that certain, made betwixt the eternal Father, and the Son of his Love for those that shall be saved. Supposing an Eternal Covenant, and that certain, made betwixt the Eternal Father, and the Son of his Love for those that shall be saved. vvg dt j n1, cc cst j, vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9261 Supposing that Christ did not dye intentionally for all, but for such only as were fore-ordained of God to eternal life and salvation. Supposing that christ did not die intentionally for all, but for such only as were foreordained of God to Eternal life and salvation. vvg cst np1 vdd xx vvi av-j p-acp d, cc-acp p-acp d j c-acp vbdr j pp-f np1 p-acp j n1 cc n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9262 Supposing lastly, that man in his lapsed estate, hath no power to repent or savingly to believe. Supposing lastly, that man in his lapsed estate, hath no power to Repent or savingly to believe. vvg ord, cst n1 p-acp po31 vvn n1, vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc av-vvg pc-acp vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9263 Yet I shall shew you there is incouragement enough for any that will mind their eternal interest to do what in them lies, that they may repent and believe: Yet I shall show you there is encouragement enough for any that will mind their Eternal Interest to do what in them lies, that they may Repent and believe: av pns11 vmb vvi pn22 a-acp vbz n1 av-d p-acp d cst vmb vvi po32 j n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq p-acp pno32 vvz, cst pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi: (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9264 to that end I beg of you to consider these things. 1. That God commandeth all men to repent. to that end I beg of you to Consider these things. 1. That God commands all men to Repent. p-acp d n1 pns11 vvb pp-f pn22 pc-acp vvi d n2. crd cst np1 vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 909 Page 473
9265 It was John Baptists work to call to all to Repent, because the Kingdom of God was at hand. It was John Baptists work to call to all to repent, Because the Kingdom of God was At hand. pn31 vbds np1 np1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d p-acp vvb, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9266 It was the Apostles Doctrine, it is our doctrine and the substance of our Preaching: certainly the commands of God are the measures of our duty; It was the Apostles Doctrine, it is our Doctrine and the substance of our Preaching: Certainly the commands of God Are the measures of our duty; pn31 vbds dt np1 n1, pn31 vbz po12 n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 vvg: av-j dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr dt n2 pp-f po12 n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9288 It was encouragement enough to these poor Lepers, that it was possible they might save their lives by that motion. It was encouragement enough to these poor Lepers, that it was possible they might save their lives by that motion. pn31 vbds n1 av-d p-acp d j n2, cst pn31 vbds j pns32 vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp d n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9267 and every creature by the law of his creation standeth obliged to obey his Creator. If God commandeth him to do something which he cannot do by his natural power; and every creature by the law of his creation Stands obliged to obey his Creator. If God commands him to do something which he cannot do by his natural power; cc d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvz vvn pc-acp vvi po31 n1. cs np1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vdi pi r-crq pns31 vmbx vdi p-acp po31 j n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9268 yet surely he is bound to do what he can do, and then to cry to God to help him where he is at a loss. yet surely he is bound to do what he can do, and then to cry to God to help him where he is At a loss. av av-j pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vdi r-crq pns31 vmb vdi, cc av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno31 c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9269 God commands you all to repent, and to believe; God commands you all to Repent, and to believe; np1 vvz pn22 d pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi; (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9270 certainly none can pretend but he is under the highest obligation imaginable, to go as far as he can; Certainly none can pretend but he is under the highest obligation imaginable, to go as Far as he can; av-j pi vmb vvi cc-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt js n1 j, pc-acp vvi c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmb; (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9271 or else his blood will lye upon his own head, and his own Conscience will fly in his face, or Else his blood will lie upon his own head, and his own Conscience will fly in his face, cc av po31 n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 d n1, cc po31 d n1 vmb vvi p-acp po31 n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9272 and in the great day he will have nothing to say why the sentence of eternal death should not pass upon him. and in the great day he will have nothing to say why the sentence of Eternal death should not pass upon him. cc p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vmb vhi pix pc-acp vvi c-crq dt n1 pp-f j n1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31. (41) sermon (DIV3) 910 Page 474
9273 2. God hath prepared an object for the faith of every soul that will believe. 2. God hath prepared an Object for the faith of every soul that will believe. crd np1 vhz vvd dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vmb vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9274 This is that now, that some keep a mighty stir with, that if Christ hath not died for all, then they have not objectum paratum, not an object prepared for their faith. This is that now, that Some keep a mighty stir with, that if christ hath not died for all, then they have not Objectum Paratum, not an Object prepared for their faith. d vbz cst av, cst d vvb dt j n1 p-acp, cst cs np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp d, av pns32 vhb xx fw-la fw-la, xx dt n1 vvn p-acp po32 n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9275 As if the counsels of God, or Christs intention in dying were the object of our faith, not the proposition and promise of the Gospel, that is held forth indefinitely: whosoever believeth shall be saved. As if the Counsels of God, or Christ intention in dying were the Object of our faith, not the proposition and promise of the Gospel, that is held forth indefinitely: whosoever Believeth shall be saved. c-acp cs dt n2 pp-f np1, cc npg1 n1 p-acp vvg vbdr dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vbz vvn av av-j: r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn. (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9276 Now what is that which God requireth of man? But that he should search and try his ways, Now what is that which God requires of man? But that he should search and try his ways, av q-crq vbz d r-crq np1 vvz pp-f n1? p-acp cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi po31 n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9277 and acknowledge his offences, and disclaim his own merits and righteousness, and hearing the proclamation of the Gospel; and acknowledge his offences, and disclaim his own merits and righteousness, and hearing the proclamation of the Gospel; cc vvi po31 n2, cc vvb po31 d n2 cc n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9278 that whosoever believeth shall be saved, that he should lay hold upon the promise. Is not here an object prepared? is not the indefinite propounding of the grace of the Gospel, ground enough to encourage a soul to trust God upon his word? that whosoever Believeth shall be saved, that he should lay hold upon the promise. Is not Here an Object prepared? is not the indefinite propounding of the grace of the Gospel, ground enough to encourage a soul to trust God upon his word? d r-crq vvz vmb vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi vvi p-acp dt n1. vbz xx av dt n1 vvn? vbz xx dt j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po31 n1? (41) sermon (DIV3) 911 Page 474
9279 3 As thou dost not certainly know that thy name is written in the Book of Life, that Christ hath covenanted and dyed for thee; 3 As thou dost not Certainly know that thy name is written in the Book of Life, that christ hath covenanted and died for thee; crd c-acp pns21 vd2 xx av-j vvi d po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst np1 vhz vvn cc vvd p-acp pno21; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9280 so neither dost thou know, nor any one tell thee that thou art not chosen unto life, so neither dost thou know, nor any one tell thee that thou art not chosen unto life, av av-dx vd2 pns21 vvi, ccx d crd vvb pno21 cst pns21 vb2r xx vvn p-acp n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9281 or that Christ hath not covenanted or died for thee. or that christ hath not covenanted or died for thee. cc cst np1 vhz xx vvn cc vvd p-acp pno21. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9282 The Lepers in the famine, which you read the story of 2 Kings 7. they did not know that the Syrians were fled, The Lepers in the famine, which you read the story of 2 Kings 7. they did not know that the Syrians were fled, dt n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f crd n2 crd pns32 vdd xx vvi cst dt np1 vbdr vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9283 nor that they should find any victuals amongst them; nor that they should find any victuals among them; ccx cst pns32 vmd vvi d n2 p-acp pno32; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9284 but this they knew, that if they sate still at the entring in of the gate they should dye, but this they knew, that if they sat still At the entering in of the gate they should die, cc-acp d pns32 vvd, cst cs pns32 vvd av p-acp dt vvg p-acp pp-f dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9285 and if they entred into the City they should dye, vers. 3.4. and if they entered into the city they should die, vers. 3.4. cc cs pns32 vvd p-acp dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi, fw-la. crd. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9286 Now therefore come (say they) let us fall into the host of the Syrians, Now Therefore come (say they) let us fallen into the host of the Syrians, av av vvn (vvb pns32) vvb pno12 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9287 if they save us alive, we shall live; if they kill us, we shall but dye. if they save us alive, we shall live; if they kill us, we shall but die. cs pns32 vvb pno12 j, pns12 vmb vvi; cs pns32 vvb pno12, pns12 vmb cc-acp vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 474
9289 Esther did not know that the King would hold out the Golden-Scepter to her, if she went in to the King; Esther did not know that the King would hold out the Golden-Scepter to her, if she went in to the King; np1 vdd xx vvi cst dt n1 vmd vvi av dt n1 p-acp pno31, cs pns31 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9290 but she knew that if she did not go in, she and her people would all be cut off, but she knew that if she did not go in, she and her people would all be Cut off, cc-acp pns31 vvd cst cs pns31 vdd xx vvi p-acp, pns31 cc po31 n1 vmd d vbi vvn a-acp, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9291 and that in a short time: she ventureth in. Thou knowest that if thou fittest still in thy sinful state, thou shalt perish; and that in a short time: she ventureth in. Thou Knowest that if thou Fittest still in thy sinful state, thou shalt perish; cc cst p-acp dt j n1: pns31 vvz p-acp. pns21 vv2 cst cs pns21 js n1 p-acp po21 j n1, pns21 vm2 vvi; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9292 if thou goest on from sin to sin, thou shalt certainly perish without hope of mercy. if thou goest on from since to since, thou shalt Certainly perish without hope of mercy. cs pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9293 But thou hast heard, that the number of them that God hath chosen unto life, for whom God hath made a Covenant with his Son, and his Son hath died, But thou hast herd, that the number of them that God hath chosen unto life, for whom God hath made a Covenant with his Son, and his Son hath died, p-acp pns21 vh2 vvn, cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc po31 n1 vhz vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9294 and satisfied Divine-justice, is a certain definite number, and thou dost not know, that thou art one of that number; and satisfied Divine-justice, is a certain definite number, and thou dost not know, that thou art one of that number; cc j-vvn n1, vbz dt j j n1, cc pns21 vd2 xx vvi, cst pns21 vb2r crd pp-f d n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9295 but thou dost not know on the other side that thou art none of that number, thou maist be one for ought thou knowest; but thou dost not know on the other side that thou art none of that number, thou Mayest be one for ought thou Knowest; cc-acp pns21 vd2 xx vvi p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst pns21 vb2r pix pp-f d n1, pns21 vm2 vbi pi p-acp pi pns21 vv2; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9296 there is no law against thee: certainly this is ground and encouragement enough for thee to make the adventure: there is no law against thee: Certainly this is ground and encouragement enough for thee to make the adventure: pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno21: av-j d vbz n1 cc n1 av-d p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9297 if God will save thee alive thou shalt live, and that eternally; if God will save thee alive thou shalt live, and that eternally; cs np1 vmb vvi pno21 j pns21 vm2 vvi, cc cst av-j; (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9298 if thou fittest still, if thou goest on in thy sinful courses, thou shalt certainly dye. if thou Fittest still, if thou goest on in thy sinful courses, thou shalt Certainly die. cs pns21 js n1, cs pns21 vv2 p-acp p-acp po21 j n2, pns21 vm2 av-j vvi. (41) sermon (DIV3) 912 Page 475
9299 4. Hast thou not as much encouragement, to repent and to believe, as ever any had? Have not thousands and ten thousands of the Saints of God, upon no other encouragement than thou hast, broken off sinful courses and sought the Lord while he might be found; 4. Hast thou not as much encouragement, to Repent and to believe, as ever any had? Have not thousands and ten thousands of the Saints of God, upon no other encouragement than thou hast, broken off sinful courses and sought the Lord while he might be found; crd vh2 pns21 xx c-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp av d vhd? vhb xx crd cc crd crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dx j-jn n1 cs pns21 vh2, vvn p-acp j n2 cc vvd dt n1 cs pns31 vmd vbi vvn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 913 Page 475
9300 and have they not succeeded and found rest for their souls. and have they not succeeded and found rest for their Souls. cc vhb pns32 xx vvn cc vvn n1 p-acp po32 n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 913 Page 475
9301 Did God yet ever from the beginning of the world, encourage any soul in its first motions by faith, Did God yet ever from the beginning of the world, encourage any soul in its First motions by faith, vdd np1 av av p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, vvb d n1 p-acp po31 ord n2 p-acp n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 913 Page 475
9302 and repentance toward him, by assuring them that their names were written in the Book of Life? Or that Christ did dye for them in particular? Is it not encouragement enough to thee, to tell the thou hast as good a ground of hope and encouragement as the three thousand that were converted at St. Peters Sermon; as any of those servants of God had, of whose conversion thou readest in the Acts of the Apostles: what art thou that thou shouldst look for more? and Repentance towards him, by assuring them that their names were written in the Book of Life? Or that christ did die for them in particular? Is it not encouragement enough to thee, to tell thee thou hast as good a ground of hope and encouragement as the three thousand that were converted At Saint Peter's Sermon; as any of those Servants of God had, of whose conversion thou Readest in the Acts of the Apostles: what art thou that thou Shouldst look for more? cc n1 p-acp pno31, p-acp vvg pno32 d po32 n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? cc cst np1 vdd vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j? vbz pn31 xx n1 av-d p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi pno32 pns21 vh2 p-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt crd crd cst vbdr vvn p-acp n1 npg1 n1; p-acp d pp-f d n2 pp-f np1 vhd, pp-f rg-crq n1 pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2: q-crq vb2r pns21 cst pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp dc? (41) sermon (DIV3) 913 Page 475
9303 5. Consider, That there is no other way for thee to know that thou art elected, 5. Consider, That there is no other Way for thee to know that thou art elected, crd np1, cst pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi cst pns21 vb2r vvn, (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 475
9304 and that Christ hath paid a price for thee but by thy turning unto God, and believing in the Lord Jesus Christ. and that christ hath paid a price for thee but by thy turning unto God, and believing in the Lord jesus christ. cc cst np1 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp p-acp po21 n-vvg p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 475
9305 The election of God is in it self sure and certain, but it must be made sure and certain unto us, by our repentance and faith. Did ever any one hear of any soul reaking in its lusts, The election of God is in it self sure and certain, but it must be made sure and certain unto us, by our Repentance and faith. Did ever any one hear of any soul reaking in its Lustiest, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pn31 n1 j cc j, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi vvn j cc j p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. vdd av d crd vvb pp-f d n1 j-vvg p-acp po31 n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 475
9306 and going on in its course of sin, ascertained; and going on in its course of since, ascertained; cc vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvn; (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 475
9307 that God had chosen it unto life, that Christ was the head and surety of a better Covenant for it, that God had chosen it unto life, that christ was the head and surety of a better Covenant for it, cst np1 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp n1, cst np1 vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp pn31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 475
9308 or dyed for it? first our calling; then our election must be made sure, and we must not think to pervert Gods order. or died for it? First our calling; then our election must be made sure, and we must not think to pervert God's order. cc vvd p-acp pn31? ord po12 vvg; av po12 n1 vmb vbi vvn j, cc pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi npg1 n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 914 Page 476
9309 6. What hast thou to do with Gods effectual Grace, until thou hast improved his common Grace. 6. What hast thou to do with God's effectual Grace, until thou hast improved his Common Grace. crd q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi p-acp npg1 j n1, c-acp pns21 vh2 vvn po31 j n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 915 Page 476
9310 There is a common Grace which God denieth to no man, by vertue of which men may read, hear, pray, live a civil life and conversation, leave gross and flagitious courses of sin; There is a Common Grace which God Denieth to no man, by virtue of which men may read, hear, pray, live a civil life and Conversation, leave gross and flagitious courses of since; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dx n1, p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq n2 vmb vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb dt j n1 cc n1, vvb j cc j n2 pp-f n1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 915 Page 476
9311 why complainest thou of God for not giving thee his special distinguishing grace, inabling thee to exert true spiritual acts, why complainest thou of God for not giving thee his special distinguishing grace, enabling thee to exert true spiritual acts, q-crq vv2 pns21 pp-f np1 p-acp xx vvg pno21 png31 j j-vvg n1, vvg pno21 pc-acp vvi j j n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 915 Page 476
9312 while thou dost not use his common Grace, and do what in thee lies to reform and amend thy ways, while thou dost not use his Common Grace, and do what in thee lies to reform and amend thy ways, cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi po31 j n1, cc vdb r-crq p-acp pno21 vvz pc-acp vvi cc vvi po21 n2, (41) sermon (DIV3) 915 Page 476
9313 and to turn unto God? and to turn unto God? cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? (41) sermon (DIV3) 915 Page 476
9314 7. Lastly, Though no exercise of common grace, can be meritorious of the special Grace of God; 7. Lastly, Though no exercise of Common grace, can be meritorious of the special Grace of God; crd ord, cs dx n1 pp-f j n1, vmb vbi j pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1; (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9315 yet I dare assure thee, that God neither ever yet was, nor ever will be wanting in his further grace, yet I Dare assure thee, that God neither ever yet was, nor ever will be wanting in his further grace, av pns11 vvb vvb pno21, cst np1 av-d av av vbds, ccx av vmb vbi vvg p-acp po31 jc n1, (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9316 unto those souls that have made a due improvement of his common grace, and done what in them lay towards their own salvation. unto those Souls that have made a due improvement of his Common grace, and done what in them lay towards their own salvation. p-acp d n2 cst vhb vvn dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 j n1, cc vdn r-crq p-acp pno32 vvd p-acp po32 d n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9317 Let us therefore leave our enquiring into the Counsels of God, and disputing questions, which are insignificant to our greatest concerns. Let us Therefore leave our inquiring into the Counsels of God, and disputing questions, which Are insignificant to our greatest concerns. vvb pno12 av vvi po12 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc vvg n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp po12 js vvz. (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9318 Let us leave quarrelling with his truths, and our little foolish and vain indeavours to argue an inconsistency of his Counsels with his Actual Providence; when we have done and said all we can, it will be found that God is consistent to himself, Let us leave quarreling with his truths, and our little foolish and vain endeavours to argue an inconsistency of his Counsels with his Actual Providence; when we have done and said all we can, it will be found that God is consistent to himself, vvb pno12 vvi vvg p-acp po31 n2, cc po12 j j cc j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 p-acp po31 j n1; c-crq pns12 vhb vdn cc vvn d pns12 vmb, pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst np1 vbz j p-acp px31, (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9319 and that his ways are equal, and the iniquity and crookedness is only in our own hearts and ways. and that his ways Are equal, and the iniquity and crookedness is only in our own hearts and ways. cc cst po31 n2 vbr j-jn, cc dt n1 cc n1 vbz av-j p-acp po12 d n2 cc n2. (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9320 We cannot with our spoon comprehend (it may be) the Ocean, the great Ocean of his Wisdom and Counsel. We cannot with our spoon comprehend (it may be) the Ocean, the great Ocean of his Wisdom and Counsel. pns12 vmbx p-acp po12 n1 vvb (pn31 vmb vbi) dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9321 Let us apply our selves to our own duty, and do what he commandeth us, for which, as you have heard, we have encouragement enough. Let us apply our selves to our own duty, and do what he commands us, for which, as you have herd, we have encouragement enough. vvb pno12 vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 d n1, cc vdb r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, p-acp r-crq, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn, pns12 vhb n1 av-d. (41) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 476
9322 SERMON XXXVII. Rom. V. 20. Where Sin abounded, there Grace did much more abound. SERMON XXXVII. Rom. V. 20. Where since abounded, there Grace did much more abound. n1 crd. np1 np1 crd q-crq n1 vvd, pc-acp vvi vdd av-d av-dc vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 916 Page 477
9323 I Am indeavouring to open to you the NONLATINALPHABET, the hard Chapters in the book of Divine Providence, solving those Phaenomena's, or appearing difficulties, which Atheistical Wits have raised, to make the holy God appear otherwise than he is, his Counsels, Truths, I Am endeavouring to open to you the, the hard Chapters in the book of Divine Providence, solving those Phaenomena's, or appearing difficulties, which Atheistical Wits have raised, to make the holy God appear otherwise than he is, his Counsels, Truths, pns11 vbm vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt, dt j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vvg d npg1, cc j-vvg n2, r-crq j n2 vhb vvn, pc-acp vvi dt j np1 vvi av cs pns31 vbz, po31 n2, n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9324 and Works, other than indeed they are. and Works, other than indeed they Are. cc vvz, j-jn cs av pns32 vbr. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9363 and swearer could not speak, if the Providence of God did not in the mean time uphold the natural faculties, whose operations are necessary to such actions. and swearer could not speak, if the Providence of God did not in the mean time uphold the natural faculties, whose operations Are necessary to such actions. cc n1 vmd xx vvi, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vdd xx p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt j n2, rg-crq n2 vbr j p-acp d n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9325 I have already spoken to one, relating to the making and establishing a Covenant of Works with Adam, after the settlement of mans salvation upon the Covenant of Grace. The other relating to the dispensation of Providence, in the exhibition and publication of the Covenant of Grace. I have already spoken to one, relating to the making and establishing a Covenant of Works with Adam, After the settlement of men salvation upon the Covenant of Grace. The other relating to the Dispensation of Providence, in the exhibition and publication of the Covenant of Grace. pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp crd, vvg p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n1 pp-f vvz p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. dt n-jn vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9326 I come now to some relating to the Actual Providence of God in the permission of sin and sinners, so much sin, I come now to Some relating to the Actual Providence of God in the permission of sin and Sinners, so much since, pns11 vvb av p-acp d vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvb cc n2, av d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9327 and so many sinners in the world. and so many Sinners in the world. cc av d n2 p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9328 And for this discourse (as an head to it) I have chosen this text, which in it containeth two great points: And for this discourse (as an head to it) I have chosen this text, which in it Containeth two great points: cc p-acp d n1 (c-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31) pns11 vhb vvn d n1, r-crq p-acp pn31 vvz crd j n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9329 The abounding of sin, and the aboundings of grace. The abounding of since, and the aboundings of grace. dt vvg pp-f n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9330 The Apostle brings in these words in a magnifying of Christ, whom he had compared with the first Adam: The first Adam brought mankind under sin and guilt. The Apostle brings in these words in a magnifying of christ, whom he had compared with the First Adam: The First Adam brought mankind under since and guilt. dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2 p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp dt ord np1: dt ord np1 vvn n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9331 The second brought him under a state of Redemption and Salvation, bringing life and immortality to light. The second brought him under a state of Redemption and Salvation, bringing life and immortality to Light. dt ord vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vvg n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9332 First, the Apostle sheweth whence sin came, then whence grace came. First, the Apostle shows whence since Come, then whence grace Come. ord, dt n1 vvz c-crq n1 vvd, av c-crq n1 vvd. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9333 Paraeus telleth us, that the Apostle in this part of the Chapter, openeth to us the use of the Law, Pareus Telleth us, that the Apostle in this part of the Chapter, Openeth to us the use of the Law, np1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9334 lest any one upon what he had before said should ask; lest any one upon what he had before said should ask; cs d pi p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd a-acp vvn vmd vvi; (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9335 Wherefore the law was given: he telleth us, That the law entred, that sin might abound; Wherefore the law was given: he Telleth us, That the law entered, that since might abound; c-crq dt n1 vbds vvn: pns31 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 vvd, cst n1 vmd vvi; (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9336 for though the law of it self doth not cause sin, yet by accident it doth; for though the law of it self does not cause since, yet by accident it does; c-acp cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 n1 vdz xx vvi n1, av p-acp n1 pn31 vdz; (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 477
9337 for where there is no law, there is no transgression, and the corruption of mans nature enclineth him the more to what is forbidden him — Nitimur in vetitum: sed hic de actione peccati sermo est quae fit per manifestationem (saith a learned Author upon my Text). for where there is no law, there is no Transgression, and the corruption of men nature Inclineth him the more to what is forbidden him — Nitimur in vetitum: sed hic de action peccati sermon est Quae fit per manifestationem (Says a learned Author upon my Text). c-acp c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vvz pno31 dt av-dc p-acp r-crq vbz vvn pno31 — fw-la p-acp fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la (vvz dt j n1 p-acp po11 n1). (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9338 The law maketh sin to abound by way of manifestation, as the glass maketh the spots in a man or womans face to abound, that is, discovereth them that are. The law makes since to abound by Way of manifestation, as the glass makes the spots in a man or woman's face to abound, that is, Discovereth them that Are. dt n1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz dt n2 p-acp dt n1 cc ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi, cst vbz, vvz pno32 cst vbr. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9339 P. Martyr reckons five ways, by which the Law contributeth to the aboundings of sin. 1. By forbidding it. 2. By increasing the guilt of it. P. Martyr reckons five ways, by which the Law contributeth to the aboundings of since. 1. By forbidding it. 2. By increasing the guilt of it. np1 n1 vvz crd n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. crd p-acp vvg pn31. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9340 3. By assigning the punishment of it. 4. Multiplying it by the variety of the precepts in it. 3. By assigning the punishment of it. 4. Multiplying it by the variety of the Precepts in it. crd p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f pn31. crd vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9341 5. By accusing him, and condemning him for it. 5. By accusing him, and condemning him for it. crd p-acp vvg pno31, cc vvg pno31 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9342 Well, But why should the law enter, that sin might abound? hath God then any pleasure or delight in the aboundings of sin? The text telleth you, that Gods design was to advance grace; Well, But why should the law enter, that since might abound? hath God then any pleasure or delight in the aboundings of since? The text Telleth you, that God's Design was to advance grace; av, cc-acp q-crq vmd dt n1 vvi, cst n1 vmd vvi? vhz np1 av d n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1? dt n1 vvz pn22, cst ng1 n1 vbds pc-acp vvi n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9343 that where sin abounded, grace might much more abound. that where since abounded, grace might much more abound. cst c-crq n1 vvd, n1 vmd av-d av-dc vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9364 Now this is that which sometimes startles our deliberate thoughts; Now this is that which sometime startles our deliberate thoughts; av d vbz d r-crq av vvz po12 j n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9344 But my design is not largely, and strictly to handle my text, but only to make use of it, in pursuit of my further design to open to you the difficult things of Actual Providence, which is by all confessed to have an influence upon mens sins; But my Design is not largely, and strictly to handle my text, but only to make use of it, in pursuit of my further Design to open to you the difficult things of Actual Providence, which is by all confessed to have an influence upon men's Sins; p-acp po11 n1 vbz xx av-j, cc av-j pc-acp vvi po11 n1, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31, p-acp n1 pp-f po11 jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 dt j n2 pp-f j n1, r-crq vbz p-acp d vvd pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9345 that is, to permit them, and to govern them, the first of these is what I have here to do with. that is, to permit them, and to govern them, the First of these is what I have Here to do with. d vbz, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32, dt ord pp-f d vbz q-crq pns11 vhb av pc-acp vdi p-acp. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9346 What the Providence of God doth, or doth not in the permission of sin, I have before shewed you, What the Providence of God does, or does not in the permission of since, I have before showed you, q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz, cc vdz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22, (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9347 and may by and by again speak shortly unto it. The Question is, Quest. and may by and by again speak shortly unto it. The Question is, Quest. cc vmb p-acp cc p-acp av vvb av-j p-acp pn31. dt n1 vbz, n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 917 Page 478
9348 How it can consist with the holiness of a pure and mighty God, having it in his power to restrain, How it can consist with the holiness of a pure and mighty God, having it in his power to restrain, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j cc j np1, vhg pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 918 Page 478
9349 and hinder sin, yet to permit it, and so much of it in the world? The difficulty of our apprehensions in this matter, ariseth from these things: and hinder since, yet to permit it, and so much of it in the world? The difficulty of our apprehensions in this matter, arises from these things: cc vvi n1, av pc-acp vvi pn31, cc av d pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1? dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp d n1, vvz p-acp d n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 918 Page 478
9350 1. That God in his own nature is a most pure and holy being. 1. That God in his own nature is a most pure and holy being. crd cst np1 p-acp po31 d n1 vbz dt av-ds j cc j vbg. (42) sermon (DIV3) 919 Page 478
9351 Who as he hath nothing in him that defileth, so neither can he abide any iniquity. Who as he hath nothing in him that Defileth, so neither can he abide any iniquity. r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz pix p-acp pno31 cst vvz, av dx vmb pns31 vvi d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 919 Page 478
9352 This seemeth to have stumbled the holy Prophet, Hab. 1.13. Thou art of purer eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on iniquity: This seems to have stumbled the holy Prophet, Hab. 1.13. Thou art of Purer eyes than to behold evil, and Canst not look on iniquity: np1 vvz pc-acp vhi vvn dt j n1, np1 crd. pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 919 Page 478
9353 wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously? Wherefore Lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously? c-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j? (42) sermon (DIV3) 919 Page 478
9354 2. There is nothing in the world so contrary unto God as sin is, nothing so repugnant to his nature, nothing so prejudicial to his glory, nothing that he hateth with so perfect an hatred. 2. There is nothing in the world so contrary unto God as since is, nothing so repugnant to his nature, nothing so prejudicial to his glory, nothing that he hates with so perfect an hatred. crd pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 av j-jn p-acp np1 p-acp n1 vbz, pix av j p-acp po31 n1, pix av j p-acp po31 n1, pix cst pns31 vvz p-acp av j dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 920 Page 478
9355 3. That it always was, and is in the power of God to hinder sin; 3. That it always was, and is in the power of God to hinder since; crd cst pn31 av vbds, cc vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 921 Page 478
9356 God could have hindred Adams fall, and all the sin which hath since that been committed in the world. God could have hindered Adams fallen, and all the since which hath since that been committed in the world. np1 vmd vhi vvn npg1 vvb, cc d dt n1 r-crq vhz p-acp d vbn vvn p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 921 Page 478
9357 Now these things considered, that yet God should not hinder sin, but suffer men to walk in their own ways, and to fulfil their unbridled lusts, seems at first view of difficult apprehension. Now these things considered, that yet God should not hinder since, but suffer men to walk in their own ways, and to fulfil their unbridled Lustiest, seems At First view of difficult apprehension. av d n2 vvn, cst av np1 vmd xx vvi n1, cc-acp vvb n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, cc pc-acp vvi po32 j-vvn n2, vvz p-acp ord n1 pp-f j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 921 Page 478
9358 It hath been so hard a Chapter to some, that they have fancied two Gods, the one to be the Principle of all the good, the other of all the evil that is in the world; It hath been so hard a Chapter to Some, that they have fancied two God's, the one to be the Principle of all the good, the other of all the evil that is in the world; pn31 vhz vbn av j dt n1 p-acp d, cst pns32 vhb vvn crd n2, dt pi pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d dt j, dt n-jn pp-f d dt n-jn cst vbz p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 922 Page 479
9359 they were not able to conceive how a pure and holy God could permit sin. The Operations of Providence about sin, I have heretofore more largely discoursed. they were not able to conceive how a pure and holy God could permit since. The Operations of Providence about since, I have heretofore more largely discoursed. pns32 vbdr xx j pc-acp vvi c-crq dt j cc j np1 vmd vvi n1. dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns11 vhb av av-dc av-j vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 922 Page 479
9360 Amongst others I have instanced in these two. 1. He doth permit, and suffer it when he might hinder it. among Others I have instanced in these two. 1. He does permit, and suffer it when he might hinder it. p-acp n2-jn pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d crd. crd pns31 vdz vvi, cc vvi pn31 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 922 Page 479
9361 2. Providence doth co-operate as to the natural action, though not as to the malice and sinfulness of the action. 2. Providence does cooperate as to the natural actium, though not as to the malice and sinfulness of the actium. crd n1 vdz j c-acp p-acp dt j n1, cs xx c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9362 It is most certain that in him every man lives and moves. The blasphemer, the lyer, the profane curser, It is most certain that in him every man lives and moves. The blasphemer, the liar, the profane curser, pn31 vbz av-ds j cst p-acp pno31 d n1 vvz cc vvz. dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9365 if God indeed be so holy and pure a God, as we have heard he is? if he so hateth and abhorreth sinful actions; if God indeed be so holy and pure a God, as we have herd he is? if he so hates and abhorreth sinful actions; cs np1 av vbi av j cc j dt n1, c-acp pns12 vhb vvn pns31 vbz? cs pns31 av vvz cc vvz j n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9366 and if he be so mighty and powerful a God, why doth not God withdraw that Providence of his, which upholdeth the sinner to the natural action, and if he be so mighty and powerful a God, why does not God withdraw that Providence of his, which upholds the sinner to the natural actium, cc cs pns31 vbb av j cc j dt n1, q-crq vdz xx np1 vvi d n1 pp-f png31, r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9367 while he seeth and knoweth which way the lust in the sinners heart will incline his action? I conceive now my text gives some relief to our disquieted thoughts about this particular. while he sees and Knoweth which Way the lust in the Sinners heart will incline his actium? I conceive now my text gives Some relief to our disquieted thoughts about this particular. cs pns31 vvz cc vvz r-crq n1 dt n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1 vmb vvi po31 n1? pns11 vvb av po11 n1 vvz d n1 p-acp po12 vvn n2 p-acp d j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9368 Why did God first suffer the law to enter? That sin might abound, that the offence might abound (saith the Apostle) v. 20. But why should sin abound? why did the Providence of God suffer sin to abound? That grace might much more abound: Why did God First suffer the law to enter? That since might abound, that the offence might abound (Says the Apostle) v. 20. But why should since abound? why did the Providence of God suffer since to abound? That grace might much more abound: q-crq vdd np1 ord vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi? cst n1 vmd vvi, cst dt n1 vmd vvi (vvz dt n1) n1 crd p-acp q-crq vmd n1 vvi? q-crq vdd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvi n1 pc-acp vvi? cst n1 vmd av-d av-dc vvi: (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9369 For, saith the text, where sin abounded, grace did much more abound. For, Says the text, where since abounded, grace did much more abound. c-acp, vvz dt n1, c-crq n1 vvd, n1 vdd av-d av-dc vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9370 That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so grace might reign through righteousness unto eternal life through Jesus Christ. That as since hath reigned unto death, even so grace might Reign through righteousness unto Eternal life through jesus christ. cst p-acp n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, av av n1 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9371 The Apostle is here doubtless speaking with a great respect to the first mans sin, of which he had been speaking in the former verses. The Apostle is Here doubtless speaking with a great respect to the First men since, of which he had been speaking in the former Verses. dt n1 vbz av av-j vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt ord ng1 n1, pp-f r-crq pns31 vhd vbn vvg p-acp dt j n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9372 Death passed over all men, for that all have sinned: and v. 15. Through the offence of one, many be dead: Death passed over all men, for that all have sinned: and v. 15. Through the offence of one, many be dead: n1 vvn p-acp d n2, c-acp cst d vhb vvn: cc n1 crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd, d vbb j: (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9373 and so in the following verses you read of one mans sin, one mans offence, one mans disobedience, &c. But yet he is not speaking only of Adams sin, and so in the following Verses you read of one men since, one men offence, one men disobedience, etc. But yet he is not speaking only of Adams since, cc av p-acp dt vvg n2 pn22 vvb pp-f crd ng1 n1, crd ng1 n1, crd ng1 n1, av p-acp av pns31 vbz xx vvg av-j pp-f npg1 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9374 for he tells you, Many were made sinners, and all have sinned; for he tells you, Many were made Sinners, and all have sinned; c-acp pns31 vvz pn22, d vbdr vvn n2, cc d vhb vvn; (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9375 and he is also speaking of sin as consequent to the law given, which I do not think is to be understood of the law given to Adam, and the Covenant made with him; and he is also speaking of since as consequent to the law given, which I do not think is to be understood of the law given to Adam, and the Covenant made with him; cc pns31 vbz av vvg pp-f n1 p-acp j p-acp dt n1 vvn, r-crq pns11 vdb xx vvi vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, cc dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 479
9376 but of the law given by Moses, and in that latitude I shall discourse this subject, shewing you that God in a great deal of wisdom, did first suffer sin to enter into the world, but of the law given by Moses, and in that latitude I shall discourse this Subject, showing you that God in a great deal of Wisdom, did First suffer since to enter into the world, cc-acp pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vmb vvi d n-jn, vvg pn22 cst np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vdd ord vvi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 480
9377 and still suffereth sin to abound in the world. You may take that for the Proposition. and still suffers since to abound in the world. You may take that for the Proposition. cc av vvz n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. pn22 vmb vvi cst p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 924 Page 480
9378 Prop. The holy and omnipotent God in an infinite wisdom of Providence suffereth sin and sinners to abound in the world, Prop. The holy and omnipotent God in an infinite Wisdom of Providence suffers since and Sinners to abound in the world, np1 dt j cc j np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 cc n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9379 though himself be of purer eyes than to behold iniquity: he hates, and abhorreth every sin, nothing so grieveth and dishonoureth him; though himself be of Purer eyes than to behold iniquity: he hates, and abhorreth every since, nothing so Grieveth and Dishonors him; cs n1 vbb pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n1: pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1, pix av vvz cc vvz pno31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9380 yet I say, in infinite wisdom his Providence doth permit it, suffering men to fulfil the lusts of their own hearts, yet I say, in infinite Wisdom his Providence does permit it, suffering men to fulfil the Lustiest of their own hearts, av pns11 vvb, p-acp j n1 po31 n1 vdz vvi pn31, vvg n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9381 and to walk in their own ways. My business must be to give you some account of the Divine Wisdom in it, and to walk in their own ways. My business must be to give you Some account of the Divine Wisdom in it, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2. po11 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pn22 d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9382 and to make Gods ways of Providence in this thing to appear unto you equal. and to make God's ways of Providence in this thing to appear unto you equal. cc pc-acp vvi npg1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 j-jn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9383 It is a true saying of one of the School-men, Plus est bonum, vel numero vel quantitate quod Deus elicit per mala, quam quod destruitur per mala, Al. Al. There is one way or other, either in number or in quantity, more good which God fetcheth out of sin, than is destroyed by sin. It is a true saying of one of the Schoolmen, Plus est bonum, vel numero vel quantitate quod Deus elicit per mala, quam quod destruitur per mala, Al. Al. There is one Way or other, either in number or in quantity, more good which God Fetches out of since, than is destroyed by since. pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f crd pp-f dt n2, fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 np1 pc-acp vbz crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1, av-dc j r-crq np1 vvz av pp-f n1, cs vbz vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9384 We may be confident of this, or God would never suffer it. We may be confident of this, or God would never suffer it. pns12 vmb vbi j pp-f d, cc np1 vmd av-x vvi pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9385 And indeed the Doctrinal part of my discourse, will be nothing else than a justification of that maxim. I shall therefore this day entertain you with a resolution of this riddle, much like that of Sampson, when he had killed the Lyon, And indeed the Doctrinal part of my discourse, will be nothing Else than a justification of that maxim. I shall Therefore this day entertain you with a resolution of this riddle, much like that of Sampson, when he had killed the lion, cc av dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1, vmb vbi pix av av dt n1 pp-f d n1. pns11 vmb av d n1 vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, av-d av-j cst pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9386 and eaten of the honey the Bees had made in the carcase, Jud. 14.4. shewing you, how out of the eater cometh meat, and out of the strong cometh sweetness: and eaten of the honey the Bees had made in the carcase, Jud. 14.4. showing you, how out of the eater comes meat, and out of the strong comes sweetness: cc vvn pp-f dt n1 dt n2 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. vvg pn22, c-crq av pp-f dt n1 vvz n1, cc av pp-f dt j vvz n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9387 How out of sin, which is the vilest thing in the world, the most opposite and repugnant thing to the glory of God, the glory of God is yet fetched, How out of since, which is the Vilest thing in the world, the most opposite and repugnant thing to the glory of God, the glory of God is yet fetched, uh-crq av pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, dt av-ds j-jn cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9388 and that in a proportion to compensate the loss and prejudice to his glory from the sin of the sinner. and that in a proportion to compensate the loss and prejudice to his glory from the since of the sinner. cc cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp j dt n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9389 It is certain which Augustine long since said, and gave as a reason of Gods permission of sin; It is certain which Augustine long since said, and gave as a reason of God's permission of since; pn31 vbz j r-crq np1 av-j a-acp vvd, cc vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9390 Deus judicavit melius de malis benefacere quam mala esse non permittere: Deus judicavit Better de malis benefacere quam mala esse non Permit: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-fr n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9391 God judged it better to bring good out of sin, than not permit sin to be committed. God judged it better to bring good out of since, than not permit since to be committed. np1 vvd pn31 jc pc-acp vvi j av pp-f n1, cs xx vvi n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 925 Page 480
9392 1. In the first place, let me shew you how many Attributes of God are glorified by his permission of sin and sinners in the world. 1. In the First place, let me show you how many Attributes of God Are glorified by his permission of since and Sinners in the world. crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 q-crq d n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 926 Page 480
9393 1. In the first place it is I think well observed by an acute Author, That God in this motion of Providence magnifieth his equity to our humane nature. 1. In the First place it is I think well observed by an acute Author, That God in this motion of Providence magnifieth his equity to our humane nature. crd p-acp dt ord n1 pn31 vbz pns11 vvb av vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po12 j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 480
9394 Equity indeed is but a piece of justice. (But when I come to speak to that Attribute, I shall restrain my discourse to Gods Punitive and Vindicative Justice). Equity indeed is but a piece of Justice. (But when I come to speak to that Attribute, I shall restrain my discourse to God's Punitive and Vindicative justice). n1 av vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (p-acp c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp npg1 j cc j n1). (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 480
9395 Our great master, who hath commanded us to give unto our servants that which is just and equal, will much more do it himself; Our great master, who hath commanded us to give unto our Servants that which is just and equal, will much more do it himself; po12 j n1, r-crq vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2 cst r-crq vbz j cc j-jn, vmb av-d av-dc vdb pn31 px31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 480
9396 and it is said of God, He shall judg the people with equity, Psal. 98.9. and he took it very ill, when his people said, That his ways were not equal. and it is said of God, He shall judge the people with equity, Psalm 98.9. and he took it very ill, when his people said, That his ways were not equal. cc pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vmb n1 dt n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd. cc pns31 vvd pn31 av av-jn, c-crq po31 n1 vvd, cst po31 n2 vbdr xx j-jn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9397 The equity of God required that he should leave humane nature to its liberty; The equity of God required that he should leave humane nature to its liberty; dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9398 man was created with a reasonable soul, and the very nature of it had been destroyed, man was created with a reasonable soul, and the very nature of it had been destroyed, n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vhd vbn vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9399 if it had been left under a coaction: if it had been left under a coaction: cs pn31 vhd vbn vvn p-acp dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9400 and in this the condition of humane nature had been worse than that of sensitive creatures, which freely use their natural faculties, and exercise their natural motions. and in this the condition of humane nature had been Worse than that of sensitive creatures, which freely use their natural faculties, and exercise their natural motions. cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j n1 vhd vbn jc cs d pp-f j n2, r-crq av-j vvi po32 j n2, cc vvi po32 j n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9401 It is a saying of Aquinas, That it is not the work of Providence in its government of man to destroy its nature, It is a saying of Aquinas, That it is not the work of Providence in its government of man to destroy its nature, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1, cst pn31 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9402 but to heal and save it. but to heal and save it. cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9403 God in suffering men to walk in their own ways, doth but leave men to their natural liberty, God in suffering men to walk in their own ways, does but leave men to their natural liberty, np1 p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, vdz p-acp vvi n2 p-acp po32 j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9404 and thus magnify the Equity of God to humane nature. But this is one of the least. and thus magnify the Equity of God to humane nature. But this is one of the least. cc av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n1. p-acp d vbz pi pp-f dt ds. (42) sermon (DIV3) 927 Page 481
9405 2. God by the permission of sin and sinners, and the aboundings of sin in the world, hath infinitely magnified his own goodness. 2. God by the permission of since and Sinners, and the aboundings of since in the world, hath infinitely magnified his own Goodness. crd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vhz av-j vvd po31 d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9406 It is the saying of a very ingenious Author, Satis usui sunt scelera, si artem & peritiam divinae beneficentiae provocant; It is the saying of a very ingenious Author, Satis usui sunt scelera, si Artem & peritiam Divinae beneficentiae provocant; pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9407 Sin is of use enough to God in the business of his glory, if by it the act and skill of the Divine Goodness and Bounty be made appear to the world; since is of use enough to God in the business of his glory, if by it the act and skill of the Divine goodness and Bounty be made appear to the world; n1 vbz pp-f n1 av-d p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cs p-acp pn31 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vbb vvn vvi p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9408 the goodness and mercy of God is that Attribute of his, which above all others he hath made choice of to glorify himself in and by: the Goodness and mercy of God is that Attribute of his, which above all Others he hath made choice of to Glorify himself in and by: dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz d n1 pp-f png31, r-crq p-acp d n2-jn pns31 vhz vvn n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp cc p-acp: (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9409 it is that in which he delighteth, which is above all his works. it is that in which he delights, which is above all his works. pn31 vbz cst p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz p-acp d po31 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9410 Now without the permission of sin, yea of the aboundings of sin, it had been impossible that Divine Goodness and Bounty should have been so commended to the world. Now without the permission of since, yea of the aboundings of since, it had been impossible that Divine goodness and Bounty should have been so commended to the world. av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, pn31 vhd vbn j d j-jn n1 cc n1 vmd vhi vbn av vvn p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9411 Let me open this a little. Let me open this a little. vvb pno11 vvi d dt j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 928 Page 481
9412 1. Christs coming, and dying for sinners, was the greatest act of love that was ever shewed to the children of men. 1. Christ coming, and dying for Sinners, was the greatest act of love that was ever showed to the children of men. crd npg1 n-vvg, cc vvg p-acp n2, vbds dt js n1 pp-f n1 cst vbds av vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9413 What greater love could the eternal Father shew, than to give his Son out of his own bosom, to be a sacrifice for sins: What greater love could the Eternal Father show, than to give his Son out of his own bosom, to be a sacrifice for Sins: q-crq jc n1 vmd dt j n1 vvi, cs pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9414 God so loved the world, saith John, 3 Chap. 16. that he gave his only begotten son. God so loved the world, Says John, 3 Chap. 16. that he gave his only begotten son. np1 av vvd dt n1, vvz np1, crd np1 crd cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9415 Moralists make a question about taking the true measures of the magis and minus of love, Moralists make a question about taking the true measures of the magis and minus of love, n2 vvb dt n1 p-acp vvg dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 cc fw-la pp-f n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9416 whether the greatness of love be to be measured from the affliction, intention, and self-denial, of the party loving, whither the greatness of love be to be measured from the affliction, intention, and self-denial, of the party loving, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1, pp-f dt n1 vvg, (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9417 or the benefit redounding to the person beloved; but measure which way you will, it was the greatest love on the Fathers side, or the benefit redounding to the person Beloved; but measure which Way you will, it was the greatest love on the Father's side, cc dt n1 j-vvg p-acp dt n1 vvn; cc-acp vvb r-crq n1 pn22 vmb, pn31 vbds dt js n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9418 and the greatest that Christ could shew, for greater love than this hath no man shewed, John 15. and herein God commends his love towards us, Rom. 5.8. Besides, the inhabitation of the spirit was a benefit of Christs death, an effect of his purchase. and the greatest that christ could show, for greater love than this hath no man showed, John 15. and herein God commends his love towards us, Rom. 5.8. Beside, the inhabitation of the Spirit was a benefit of Christ death, an Effect of his purchase. cc dt js cst np1 vmd vvi, p-acp jc n1 cs d vhz dx n1 vvd, np1 crd cc av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno12, np1 crd. p-acp, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbds dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 481
9419 And what greater love could be shewed on the part of the Holy Spirit (which is the Spirit of Christ), And what greater love could be showed on the part of the Holy Spirit (which is the Spirit of christ), cc q-crq jc n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1), (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9420 than for it to come down, and to dwell in the heart of a poor creature; than for it to come down, and to dwell in the heart of a poor creature; cs p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9436 How often do we find this in our own experience? when we hear wretches blaspheming God, How often do we find this in our own experience? when we hear wretches blaspheming God, c-crq av vdb pns12 vvi d p-acp po12 d n1? c-crq pns12 vvb n2 vvg np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9421 for the person of a believer, to be made the temple of the Holy Ghost, the receptacle of the Spirit of Grace. for the person of a believer, to be made the temple of the Holy Ghost, the receptacle of the Spirit of Grace. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9422 Now if there had been no sin, no sinners in the world; Now if there had been no since, no Sinners in the world; av cs pc-acp vhd vbn dx n1, dx n2 p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9423 what room had there been for a Saviour? what needed one to have turned away iniquity from Jacob, to have been wounded for our iniquities, bruised for our transgressions? He dyed for our sins, saith the Apostle. what room had there been for a Saviour? what needed one to have turned away iniquity from Jacob, to have been wounded for our iniquities, Bruised for our transgressions? He died for our Sins, Says the Apostle. r-crq n1 vhd a-acp vbn p-acp dt n1? q-crq vvd pi pc-acp vhi vvn av n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vhi vbn vvn p-acp po12 n2, vvn p-acp po12 n2? pns31 vvd p-acp po12 n2, vvz dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9424 How could the love of the eternal Father in sending his Son, or the love of the Son, in taking upon him our nature, and dying for us; How could the love of the Eternal Father in sending his Son, or the love of the Son, in taking upon him our nature, and dying for us; q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp vvg p-acp pno31 po12 n1, cc vvg p-acp pno12; (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9425 or the love of the Holy Spirit, in sanctifying us, and renewing us, and dwelling in us, been manifested to the world? If a strong man had not kept the house, what need had there been of a stronger than he to have come and dispossessed him? All the love of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost magnified in the business of mans Redemption, or the love of the Holy Spirit, in sanctifying us, and renewing us, and Dwelling in us, been manifested to the world? If a strong man had not kept the house, what need had there been of a Stronger than he to have come and dispossessed him? All the love of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost magnified in the business of men Redemption, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp vvg pno12, cc vvg pno12, cc vvg p-acp pno12, vbn vvn p-acp dt n1? cs dt j n1 vhd xx vvn dt n1, r-crq n1 vhd a-acp vbn pp-f dt jc cs pns31 pc-acp vhi vvn cc vvn pno31? av-d dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1, cc j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9426 and the whole Oeconomy of a Gospel-salvation, had been conceal'd, and not known to the world. and the Whole Oeconomy of a Gospel salvation, had been concealed, and not known to the world. cc dt j-jn np1 pp-f dt n1, vhd vbn vvn, cc xx vvn p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 929 Page 482
9427 2. Again, How could the love of God, in the conversion of sinners, in the pardon of their sins, in their justification, the sense they oft have of his love have been manifested to the world? What need were there of any pardon, 2. Again, How could the love of God, in the conversion of Sinners, in the pardon of their Sins, in their justification, the sense they oft have of his love have been manifested to the world? What need were there of any pardon, crd av, c-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, p-acp po32 n1, dt n1 pns32 av vhb pp-f po31 n1 vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vbdr a-acp pp-f d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 930 Page 482
9428 if no sins were permitted? where were the aboundings of grace in pardoning, if there were no aboundings of sin? What love of God could be seen in the conversion of sinners, if no Sins were permitted? where were the aboundings of grace in pardoning, if there were no aboundings of since? What love of God could be seen in the conversion of Sinners, cs dx n2 vbdr vvn? q-crq vbdr dt n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp vvg, cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2-vvg pp-f n1? q-crq n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 930 Page 482
9429 if no sinners were permitted in the world? How should God magnify his grace, by saying to any soul, Be of good cheer, thy sins are forgiven thee, if he did not suffer sins to be committed? Thus you see the greatness of Divine Goodness and Mercy, could never have been declared to the world, if no Sinners were permitted in the world? How should God magnify his grace, by saying to any soul, Be of good cheer, thy Sins Are forgiven thee, if he did not suffer Sins to be committed? Thus you see the greatness of Divine goodness and Mercy, could never have been declared to the world, cs dx n2 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq vmd np1 vvi po31 n1, p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, vbb pp-f j n1, po21 n2 vbr vvn pno21, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi n2 pc-acp vbi vvn? av pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1, vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 930 Page 482
9430 but for the motions of Providence, in the permission of sins and sinners, yea and of the aboundings of them. but for the motions of Providence, in the permission of Sins and Sinners, yea and of the aboundings of them. cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, uh cc pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f pno32. (42) sermon (DIV3) 930 Page 482
9431 3. Did not the Actual Providence of God thus permit sin, and much sin in the world; 3. Did not the Actual Providence of God thus permit since, and much since in the world; crd vdd xx dt j n1 pp-f np1 av vvi n1, cc d n1 p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 482
9432 How should the long-suffering and patience of God be magnified in the world? This also is a piece of Gods Name, How should the long-suffering and patience of God be magnified in the world? This also is a piece of God's Name, c-crq vmd dt j cc n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1? d av vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 482
9433 and such a one by which he designeth to make himself glorious: he stileth himself, Exod. 34.6. Gracious, merciful, long-suffering, slow to anger: and Numb. 14.18. The Lord is long-suffering, and full of tender compassion. and such a one by which he designeth to make himself glorious: he styleth himself, Exod 34.6. Gracious, merciful, long-suffering, slow to anger: and Numb. 14.18. The Lord is long-suffering, and full of tender compassion. cc d dt pi p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 j: pns31 vvz px31, np1 crd. j, j, j, j pc-acp vvi: cc j. crd. dt n1 vbz j, cc j pp-f j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 482
9434 Now sin and sinners are the objects about which the long-sufferance of God is exercised: Now since and Sinners Are the objects about which the long-sufferance of God is exercised: av n1 cc n2 vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn: (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9435 He endured with much long-suffering (saith the Apostle, Rom. 9.22.) vessels of wrath fitted for destruction. He endured with much long-suffering (Says the Apostle, Rom. 9.22.) vessels of wrath fitted for destruction. pns31 vvd p-acp d j (vvz dt n1, np1 crd.) n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9437 and daring Divine Justice, how often are we ready to say (and it is a good reflexion), O what a patient God do we serve! and daring Divine justice, how often Are we ready to say (and it is a good reflection), O what a patient God do we serve! cc vvg j-jn n1, c-crq av vbr pns12 j pc-acp vvi (cc pn31 vbz dt j n1), sy r-crq dt j np1 vdb pns12 vvb! (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9438 which of us would endure such affronts and defiances, as God endureth every day? The aboundings of sin in the world make the considerate part of the inhabitants of it admire, which of us would endure such affronts and defiances, as God Endureth every day? The aboundings of since in the world make the considerate part of the inhabitants of it admire, r-crq pp-f pno12 vmd vvi d vvz cc n2, c-acp np1 vvz d n1? dt n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f pn31 vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9439 and adore the long-suffering and patience of God. 3. The wisdom of God is also wonderfully magnified by Gods permission of sin. and adore the long-suffering and patience of God. 3. The Wisdom of God is also wonderfully magnified by God's permission of since. cc vvb dt j cc n1 pp-f np1. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av av-j vvn p-acp npg1 n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 931 Page 483
9440 The Apostle calleth God, the only wise God. None so wise as God is, and the wisdom of God is eminently magnified by his permission of sin. One great business of wisdom, is to make an Election of the best end; The Apostle calls God, the only wise God. None so wise as God is, and the Wisdom of God is eminently magnified by his permission of since. One great business of Wisdom, is to make an Election of the best end; dt n1 vvz np1, dt j j np1. np1 av j c-acp np1 vbz, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. crd j n1 pp-f n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt js n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9441 but this is not that which I am here speaking to, God hath fixed his end, it is his own glory; but this is not that which I am Here speaking to, God hath fixed his end, it is his own glory; cc-acp d vbz xx d r-crq pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp, np1 vhz vvn po31 n1, pn31 vbz po31 d n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9442 and as I have often told you, he can aim at no other end than himself and his own glory. and as I have often told you, he can aim At no other end than himself and his own glory. cc c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn22, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dx j-jn n1 cs px31 cc po31 d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9443 But next to a good Election of an end, wisdom is eminently seen in the choice and conduct of means, in order to a proposed end; But next to a good Election of an end, Wisdom is eminently seen in the choice and conduct of means, in order to a proposed end; p-acp ord p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9444 but herein is the heighth of wisdom, to be able to make use of the most unlikely means, but herein is the height of Wisdom, to be able to make use of the most unlikely means, p-acp av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9445 and make them to serve our purpose. and make them to serve our purpose. cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi po12 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9446 It is a point I have touched something largely upon in my former discourses upon this Argument, It is a point I have touched something largely upon in my former discourses upon this Argument, pn31 vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb vvn pi av-j p-acp p-acp po11 j n2 p-acp d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9447 and therefore I shall not here enlarge upon it. and Therefore I shall not Here enlarge upon it. cc av pns11 vmb xx av vvi p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9448 To bring a notbeing into a being, to make a thing out of nothing, argueth an infinite power; To bring a Not being into a being, to make a thing out of nothing, argue an infinite power; p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt vbg, pc-acp vvi dt n1 av pp-f pix, vvz dt j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9449 though there be aliquid materiae, something of a matter; though there be Aliquid materiae, something of a matter; cs pc-acp vbb j fw-la, pi pp-f dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9450 yet if there be nihilum subjecti, no aptitude in the matter to produce an effect of that nature: yet if there be nihilum Subject, no aptitude in the matter to produce an Effect of that nature: av cs pc-acp vbi fw-la n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9451 as when God took the rib of a man, and made of it a woman; as when God took the rib of a man, and made of it a woman; c-acp c-crq np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvd pp-f pn31 dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9452 this argued also an omnipotent infinite power. But yet, methinks, for God to produce his glory out of the aboundings of sin, argueth yet something more, this argued also an omnipotent infinite power. But yet, methinks, for God to produce his glory out of the aboundings of since, argue yet something more, d vvd av dt j j n1. p-acp av, vvz, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, vvz av pi dc, (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9453 if not of power, yet of wisdom; if not of power, yet of Wisdom; cs xx pp-f n1, av pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9454 to make the wrath of men to praise him, and the lyes of men to glorify him. to make the wrath of men to praise him, and the lies of men to Glorify him. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi pno31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9455 O how doth this commend the infinite wisdom of an only wise God! Sin, all sin is quite opposite and repugnant to the glory of God: O how does this commend the infinite Wisdom of an only wise God! since, all since is quite opposite and repugnant to the glory of God: sy q-crq vdz d vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j j np1 n1, d n1 vbz av j-jn cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9456 it speaks the great Wisdom of God to bring out his glory from it. it speaks the great Wisdom of God to bring out his glory from it. pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9457 Thus God hath glory by accident from the permission and sufferance of sin in the world. Thus God hath glory by accident from the permission and sufferance of since in the world. av np1 vhz n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 932 Page 483
9471 the end is either preximate, that is, their own dishonour, and destruction, or remote, and ultimate, that is, the shewing forth the Justice and Power of God. the end is either preximate, that is, their own dishonour, and destruction, or remote, and ultimate, that is, the showing forth the justice and Power of God. dt n1 vbz d vvi, cst vbz, po32 d n1, cc n1, cc j, cc j, cst vbz, dt vvg av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
9458 4. But let me further shew how God is further glorified by reason of the aboundings of sin, in the manifestation of his Justice, his Punitive and Vindicative Justice, Rom. 9.22. What if God willing to shew his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much long-suffering, vessels of wrath fitted for destruction: 4. But let me further show how God is further glorified by reason of the aboundings of since, in the manifestation of his justice, his Punitive and Vindicative justice, Rom. 9.22. What if God willing to show his wrath, and to make his power known, endured with much long-suffering, vessels of wrath fitted for destruction: crd cc-acp vvb pno11 av-jc vvi c-crq np1 vbz av-jc vvn p-acp n1 pp-f dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 j cc j n1, np1 crd. q-crq cs np1 vvg pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn, vvn p-acp d j, n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 933 Page 483
9459 there is a great deal in that verse. 1. The Apostle hinteth us in that text, that we are Clay, and God is our Potter; it was what God had said of old by his Prophet Jeremiah, chap. 18. vers. 6. and Isaiah, chap. 45. vers. 9. and what the Apostle himself had said in the two verses immediately preceding: there is a great deal in that verse. 1. The Apostle hinteth us in that text, that we Are Clay, and God is our Potter; it was what God had said of old by his Prophet Jeremiah, chap. 18. vers. 6. and Isaiah, chap. 45. vers. 9. and what the Apostle himself had said in the two Verses immediately preceding: a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1. crd dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vbr n1, cc np1 vbz po12 n1; pn31 vbds q-crq np1 vhd vvn pp-f j p-acp po31 n1 np1, n1 crd fw-la. crd cc np1, n1 crd fw-la. crd cc q-crq dt n1 px31 vhd vvn p-acp dt crd n2 av-j vvg: (42) sermon (DIV3) 933 Page 484
9460 upon this account it is, that he here calls such as perish, vessels of wrath; Earthenvessels, with relation to the Potter before-mentioned. 2. Being such Potters vessels, God had undoubtedly a jus absolutum, an absolute right and dominion over the Sons of men, vers. 21. Hath not the Potter power over the Clay, of the same lump to make one a vessel of honour, another a vessel of dishonour? 3. He sheweth, that God doth destinate some to dishonour, not using his absolute right, and prerogative meerly, upon this account it is, that he Here calls such as perish, vessels of wrath; Earthenvessels, with Relation to the Potter beforementioned. 2. Being such Potters vessels, God had undoubtedly a jus Absolute, an absolute right and dominion over the Sons of men, vers. 21. Hath not the Potter power over the Clay, of the same lump to make one a vessel of honour, Another a vessel of dishonour? 3. He shows, that God does destinate Some to dishonour, not using his absolute right, and prerogative merely, p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz, cst pns31 av vvz d c-acp vvb, n2 pp-f n1; n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 j. crd vbg d ng1 n2, np1 vhd av-j dt fw-la fw-la, dt j n-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, fw-la. crd vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt d n1 pc-acp vvi pi dt n1 pp-f n1, j-jn dt n1 pp-f n1? crd pns31 vvz, cst np1 vdz j n1 pc-acp vvi, xx vvg po31 j n-jn, cc n1 av-j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 933 Page 484
9461 but for just and righteous causes: and he instanceth in three things: 1. Gods will to shew his wrath. but for just and righteous Causes: and he Instanceth in three things: 1. God's will to show his wrath. cc-acp p-acp j cc j n2: cc pns31 vvz p-acp crd n2: crd npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 933 Page 484
9462 The wrath of God is nothing else but his just will to punish Violaters of his Law. The wrath of God is nothing Else but his just will to Punish Violaters of his Law. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pix av cc-acp po31 av vmb pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 934 Page 484
9463 God is willing to shew his hatred of sin in the just punishment of it. 2. Gods will to make his power known; God is willing to show his hatred of since in the just punishment of it. 2. God's will to make his power known; np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. crd npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvn; (42) sermon (DIV3) 934 Page 484
9464 that is, in breaking the stubbornness of sinners: that is, in breaking the stubbornness of Sinners: cst vbz, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 935 Page 484
9465 thus ver. 17. it is said of Pharaoh, For this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might shew my power in thee, thus for. 17. it is said of Pharaoh, For this same purpose have I raised thee up, that I might show my power in thee, av p-acp. crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, c-acp d d n1 vhb pns11 vvn pno21 a-acp, cst pns11 vmd vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, (42) sermon (DIV3) 935 Page 484
9466 and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth: and this God calleth a getting himself glory upon Pharaoh, Exod. 14.17, 18. 3. The third reason he gives, is, That they are fitted for destruction. and that my name might be declared throughout all the earth: and this God calls a getting himself glory upon Pharaoh, Exod 14.17, 18. 3. The third reason he gives, is, That they Are fitted for destruction. cc cst po11 n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1: cc d np1 vvz dt vvg px31 n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd, crd crd dt ord n1 pns31 vvz, vbz, cst pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 935 Page 484
9467 Divines start a question from these words, How, or from whom, they are fitted for destruction? Some say of God, as their Potter, others will have it to be from Satan, others from themselves; Divines start a question from these words, How, or from whom, they Are fitted for destruction? some say of God, as their Potter, Others will have it to be from Satan, Others from themselves; vvz vvb dt n1 p-acp d n2, uh-crq, cc p-acp ro-crq, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1? d vvb pp-f np1, p-acp po32 n1, n2-jn vmb vhi pn31 pc-acp vbi p-acp np1, n2-jn p-acp px32; (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
9468 the different notions may be reconciled. the different notions may be reconciled. dt j n2 vmb vbi vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
9469 Paraeus telleth us, there are three things to be considered in these vessels of wrath, their nature, their sin, the end: as to their nature, they are not from themselves, Pareus Telleth us, there Are three things to be considered in these vessels of wrath, their nature, their since, the end: as to their nature, they Are not from themselves, np1 vvz pno12, pc-acp vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, po32 n1, po32 n1, dt n1: a-acp p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vbr xx p-acp px32, (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
9470 nor from Satan, but from God, he is the Maker of all. As to their pravity and natural corruption, that is not from God, but from themselves, and from the Devil; nor from Satan, but from God, he is the Maker of all. As to their pravity and natural corruption, that is not from God, but from themselves, and from the devil; ccx p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp np1, pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d. p-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc j n1, cst vbz xx p-acp np1, cc-acp p-acp px32, cc p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 484
9474 Thus therefore (saith he) are the vessels of wrath fitted for destruction, according to nature, they are created, Thus Therefore (Says he) Are the vessels of wrath fitted for destruction, according to nature, they Are created, av av (vvz pns31) vbr dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n1, pns32 vbr vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9475 and made by no other than by God: and made by no other than by God: cc vvd p-acp dx n-jn cs p-acp np1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9476 as to their sin and corruption, by which they are made children of wrath, guilty of sin, and subject unto wrath; as to their since and corruption, by which they Are made children of wrath, guilty of since, and Subject unto wrath; c-acp p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn n2 pp-f n1, j pp-f n1, cc n-jn p-acp n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9477 they are made so by Satan, by their own spontaneous fall, and that sin which followed it: they Are made so by Satan, by their own spontaneous fallen, and that since which followed it: pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp np1, p-acp po32 d j n1, cc d n1 r-crq vvd pn31: (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9478 as to the ends, they are from God, and according to his eternal Counsel of predestination. as to the ends, they Are from God, and according to his Eternal Counsel of predestination. c-acp p-acp dt n2, pns32 vbr p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9479 And this is the reason, as is not only observed by Paraeus, but by P. Martyr probably, And this is the reason, as is not only observed by Pareus, but by P. Martyr probably, cc d vbz dt n1, c-acp vbz xx av-j vvn p-acp np1, p-acp p-acp np1 n1 av-j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9480 why the Apostle only saith fitted, and not by whom fitted for destruction: why the Apostle only Says fitted, and not by whom fitted for destruction: c-crq dt n1 av-j vvz vvn, cc xx p-acp ro-crq vvn p-acp n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9481 that fittedness referring partly to God, partly to themselves (as they are by sin fitted, it is their own act). that fittedness referring partly to God, partly to themselves (as they Are by since fitted, it is their own act). d n1 vvg av p-acp np1, av p-acp px32 (c-acp pns32 vbr p-acp n1 vvn, pn31 vbz po32 d n1). (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9482 Now when he speaks of the vessels of mercy, he speaks in the active voice NONLATINALPHABET, v. 23. Which he had before prepared unto glory. Now when he speaks of the vessels of mercy, he speaks in the active voice, v. 23. Which he had before prepared unto glory. av c-crq pns31 vvz pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1 crd r-crq pns31 vhd a-acp vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9483 So that it being the work of the sinner to fit himself for destruction by the multiplyings and aboundings of sin, So that it being the work of the sinner to fit himself for destruction by the multiplyings and aboundings of since, av cst pn31 vbg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9484 and God glorifying his Justice and Power in breaking and destroying sinners, it is easie to understand how Gods suffering the aboundings of sin, tendeth to the glorifying of his Power, and Vindicative Justice. and God glorifying his justice and Power in breaking and destroying Sinners, it is easy to understand how God's suffering the aboundings of since, tendeth to the glorifying of his Power, and Vindicative justice. cc np1 vvg po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg n2, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq n2 vvg dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n1, cc j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9485 And thus I have shewed how the various Attributes of God are glorified by his permission of sin. And thus I have showed how the various Attributes of God Are glorified by his permission of since. cc av pns11 vhb vvn c-crq dt j n2 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9486 But this is but one way by which God hath glory from the permission of sin. But this is but one Way by which God hath glory from the permission of since. p-acp d vbz cc-acp crd n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 936 Page 485
9487 2. He hath glory from it, from those exercises of grace which are occasioned by it, from his own people; 2. He hath glory from it, from those exercises of grace which Are occasioned by it, from his own people; crd pns31 vhz n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp po31 d n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 937 Page 485
9488 and these are more internal, or more external; for such as are more internal, repentance, faith, humility, several other graces have either their Original motions from this Providence, and these Are more internal, or more external; for such as Are more internal, Repentance, faith, humility, several other graces have either their Original motions from this Providence, cc d vbr dc j, cc av-dc j; p-acp d c-acp vbr dc j, n1, n1, n1, j j-jn n2 vhb d po32 j-jn n2 p-acp d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 937 Page 485
9489 or are greatly advantaged in their exercise by it. or Are greatly advantaged in their exercise by it. cc vbr av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 937 Page 485
9490 1. For repentance, that is considerable either in the inward affection, or more external act. As to the former, 1. For Repentance, that is considerable either in the inward affection, or more external act. As to the former, crd p-acp n1, cst vbz j av-d p-acp dt j n1, cc av-dc j n1. c-acp p-acp dt j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 938 Page 485
9491 if no sin were permitted, how could there be any humiliation for sin, any godly shame, or sorrow, any bleeding or brokenness of heart in the sense of sin? Were no sin permitted, there could be no repentance, no godly sorrow for sin, &c. 2. God hath a great deal of glory, by mens believing on the Lord Jesus Christ. if no since were permitted, how could there be any humiliation for since, any godly shame, or sorrow, any bleeding or brokenness of heart in the sense of since? Were no since permitted, there could be no Repentance, no godly sorrow for since, etc. 2. God hath a great deal of glory, by men's believing on the Lord jesus christ. cs dx n1 vbdr vvn, q-crq vmd pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp n1, d j n1, cc n1, d vvg cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1? vbdr dx n1 vvn, pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1, dx j n1 p-acp n1, av crd np1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp ng2 vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 938 Page 485
9492 It is a great piece of the Will of God, that men should believe on him whom God hath sent, It is a great piece of the Will of God, that men should believe on him whom God hath sent, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cst n2 vmd vvi p-acp pno31 ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 485
9493 and God is glorified by our doing his Will. and God is glorified by our doing his Will. cc np1 vbz vvn p-acp po12 vdg png31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 485
9494 It were a large Theme to discourse to you how variously God is glorified by mens receiving of the Lord Jesus Christ, and believing in him. It were a large Theme to discourse to you how variously God is glorified by men's receiving of the Lord jesus christ, and believing in him. pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 c-crq av-j np1 vbz vvn p-acp ng2 vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cc vvg p-acp pno31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 485
9495 But God had had none of this glory if there had been no permission of sin in the world: But God had had none of this glory if there had been no permission of since in the world: p-acp np1 vhd vhn pi pp-f d n1 cs pc-acp vhd vbn dx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 486
9496 what is it to believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, but to accept of him as our Saviour, to expect Salvation from free grace, through the merits of Christ, what is it to believe in the Lord jesus christ, but to accept of him as our Saviour, to expect Salvation from free grace, through the merits of christ, r-crq vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f pno31 c-acp po12 n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 486
9497 and to depend upon him for it? Now should God permit no sin there would be no need of a Saviour, no occasion for a redeemer, no need of going out of our selves, relinquishing all confidences in the flesh, and in our selves. and to depend upon him for it? Now should God permit no since there would be no need of a Saviour, no occasion for a redeemer, no need of going out of our selves, relinquishing all confidences in the Flesh, and in our selves. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31? av vmd np1 vvi dx n1 a-acp vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1, dx n1 p-acp dt n1, dx n1 pp-f vvg av pp-f po12 n2, j-vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po12 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 486
9498 Believing in Christ as our redeemer and Saviour supposeth sin making us lost undone Creatures to stand in need of such a Salvation. Believing in christ as our redeemer and Saviour Supposeth since making us lost undone Creatures to stand in need of such a Salvation. vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po12 n1 cc n1 vvz n1 vvg pno12 j-vvn vvn n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 939 Page 486
9499 3. Again, Humility is another habit of grace, in the exercise of which God is glorified: 3. Again, Humility is Another habit of grace, in the exercise of which God is glorified: crd av, n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vbz vvn: (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9500 it is one of those things which God by his Prophet telleth us that he requires of man, to walk humbly with his God; it is one of those things which God by his Prophet Telleth us that he requires of man, to walk humbly with his God; pn31 vbz crd pp-f d n2 r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vvz pp-f n1, p-acp vvb av-j p-acp po31 n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9501 nothing more contributes to this, than a Child of Gods continual walking in a view of his own past, and renewing Sins. nothing more contributes to this, than a Child of God's continual walking in a view of his own past, and renewing Sins. pix dc vvz p-acp d, cs dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j, cc vvg n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9502 Thus far even the best of Gods people are beholden to their sins, they make them walk more softly, Thus Far even the best of God's people Are beholden to their Sins, they make them walk more softly, av av-j av dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vbr vvi p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vvb pno32 vvi av-dc av-j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9503 and to have more humble and mean opinions of themselves, and to be more low in their own eyes, and to have more humble and mean opinions of themselves, and to be more low in their own eyes, cc pc-acp vhi dc j cc j n2 pp-f px32, cc pc-acp vbi av-dc j p-acp po32 d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9504 neither exalting themselves against God, nor censoriously, and rashly judging their brethren, and the more or less that any Christian looks at home, neither exalting themselves against God, nor censoriously, and rashly judging their brothers, and the more or less that any Christian looks At home, av-dx vvg px32 p-acp np1, ccx av-j, cc av-j vvg po32 n2, cc dt av-dc cc av-dc cst d njp vvz p-acp n1-an, (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9505 and considereth himself, and his own ways, the more or less he walks humbly towards God, and charitably towards his brethren. and Considereth himself, and his own ways, the more or less he walks humbly towards God, and charitably towards his brothers. cc vvz px31, cc po31 d n2, dt av-dc cc av-dc pns31 vvz av-j p-acp np1, cc av-j p-acp po31 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 940 Page 486
9506 4. Finally in the 2 Cor. 7.11. You shall find a whole quire of graces, all singing forth the praises of God, and all occasioned by sin. 4. Finally in the 2 Cor. 7.11. You shall find a Whole choir of graces, all singing forth the praises of God, and all occasioned by since. crd av-j p-acp dt crd np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, d vvg av dt n2 pp-f np1, cc d vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9507 The Corinthians had offended in the business of the incestuous person, the Apostle in his former Epistle had brought them to a sense of their sin, The Corinthians had offended in the business of the incestuous person, the Apostle in his former Epistle had brought them to a sense of their since, dt np1 vhd vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1 vhd vvn pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9508 and to a godly sorrow for it. and to a godly sorrow for it. cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9509 Now (saith he) this self-same thing, that you sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you? Yea what clearing of your selves? Yea what indignation, what fear, what vehement desire, yea what zeal, what revenge: Now (Says he) this selfsame thing, that you sorrowed After a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you? Yea what clearing of your selves? Yea what Indignation, what Fear, what vehement desire, yea what zeal, what revenge: av (vvz pns31) d j n1, cst pn22 vvd p-acp dt j n1, r-crq n1 pn31 vvd p-acp pn22? uh q-crq n-vvg pp-f po22 n2? uh q-crq n1, r-crq n1, r-crq j n1, uh q-crq n1, r-crq n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9510 these now are all exercises of grace, which bring glory to God; these now Are all exercises of grace, which bring glory to God; d av vbr d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vvb n1 p-acp np1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9814 nor speak enough, what God hath done for your souls. nor speak enough, what God hath done for your Souls. ccx vvi av-d, r-crq np1 vhz vdn p-acp po22 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9511 if God should not sometimes suffer his own people to fall, all the revenue of his glory from these exercises would be lost. if God should not sometime suffer his own people to fallen, all the revenue of his glory from these exercises would be lost. cs np1 vmd xx av vvi po31 d n1 pc-acp vvi, d dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2 vmd vbi vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 941 Page 486
9512 5. Again, hath God any glory from any more external Acts of Worship and Homage, which we perform unto him; 5. Again, hath God any glory from any more external Acts of Worship and Homage, which we perform unto him; crd av, vhz np1 d n1 p-acp d dc j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp pno31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 486
9513 from our Prayers, Praises, from our hearing his word, receiving the Sacrament? Prayer is made up of Confession of Sin, and Supplications for pardon of Sin, and strength against Sin. Confession of Sin gives glory to God, my Son (saith Joshuah to Achan ) confess and give glory to God. Supplication for good things gives God glory as it owns him to be the Fountain of all good, from our Prayers, Praises, from our hearing his word, receiving the Sacrament? Prayer is made up of Confessi of since, and Supplications for pardon of since, and strength against Sin. Confessi of since gives glory to God, my Son (Says Joshua to achan) confess and give glory to God. Supplication for good things gives God glory as it owns him to be the Fountain of all good, p-acp po12 n2, n2, p-acp po12 vvg po31 n1, vvg dt n1? n1 vbz vvn a-acp pp-f n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1 n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1 p-acp np1, po11 n1 (vvz np1 p-acp np1) vvb cc vvb n1 p-acp np1. n1 p-acp j n2 vvz np1 n1 c-acp pn31 vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f d j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9514 and our whole dependance to be upon him. and our Whole dependence to be upon him. cc po12 j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9515 It is true, had Sin never entred into the World, our daily dependence upon God, would have evinced Prayer to have been our daily, It is true, had since never entered into the World, our daily dependence upon God, would have evinced Prayer to have been our daily, pn31 vbz j, vhd n1 av vvn p-acp dt n1, po12 j n1 p-acp np1, vmd vhi vvn n1 pc-acp vhi vbn po12 j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9516 and a natural homage, which derived, inferiour beings do owe unto the first being. But there would have been no need of Prayer, either for the pardon of Sin, and a natural homage, which derived, inferior beings do owe unto the First being. But there would have been no need of Prayer, either for the pardon of since, cc dt j n1, r-crq vvd, j-jn n2 vdb vvi p-acp dt ord vbg. p-acp a-acp vmd vhi vbn dx n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9517 or for strength against Sin. For Praise, that also is a piece of Homage, which Adam would have owed unto God if he had stood in his first integrity, and state of Innocency; or for strength against Sin. For Praise, that also is a piece of Homage, which Adam would have owed unto God if he had stood in his First integrity, and state of Innocency; cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvb, cst av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1 cs pns31 vhd vvn p-acp po31 ord n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9518 and the Angels of God who never fell are continually occupied in singing the praises of God. and the Angels of God who never fell Are continually occupied in singing the praises of God. cc dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq av-x vvd vbr av-j vvn p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9519 But the praises of God both by his Saints upon the Earth, and by his glorified Saints, are highly advantaged, by the forgiveness of their Sins, But the praises of God both by his Saints upon the Earth, and by his glorified Saints, Are highly advantaged, by the forgiveness of their Sins, p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 av-d p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 vvn n2, vbr av-j vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9520 and their having their garments washed in the blood of the Lamb. Now if no sin were committed in the World, none would be remitted and forgiven, and their having their garments washed in the blood of the Lamb. Now if no since were committed in the World, none would be remitted and forgiven, cc po32 vhg po32 n2 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. av cs dx n1 vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1, pix vmd vbi vvn cc vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9521 and all the glory which the God of Heaven hath from his Saints on Earth, or in Heaven for the free forgiveness of their Sins, would have been lost. and all the glory which the God of Heaven hath from his Saints on Earth, or in Heaven for the free forgiveness of their Sins, would have been lost. cc d dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, vmd vhi vbn vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9522 Certainly the fall of the evil Angels advantages the praises of the elect Angel, it being doubtless a piece of their song to bless God, who suffered not them to fall as the infernal Spirits did: Certainly the fallen of the evil Angels advantages the praises of the elect Angel, it being doubtless a piece of their song to bless God, who suffered not them to fallen as the infernal Spirits did: av-j dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 n2 dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1, pn31 vbg av-j dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi np1, r-crq vvd xx pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n2 vdd: (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9523 and indeed this needeth no further evidence than what it hath from every gracious Soul, that hath tasted any thing of the love of God in pardoning mercies. and indeed this needs no further evidence than what it hath from every gracious Soul, that hath tasted any thing of the love of God in pardoning Mercies. cc av d vvz dx jc n1 cs q-crq pn31 vhz p-acp d j n1, cst vhz vvn d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9524 I appeal to any such Soul, to what a pitch it raiseth his Soul in the thoughts of God, I appeal to any such Soul, to what a pitch it Raiseth his Soul in the thoughts of God, pns11 vvb p-acp d d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pn31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9525 and the admirings of his Divine love and grace. and the admirings of his Divine love and grace. cc dt n2 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 cc n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9526 Psal. 103.1, 2, 3. Bless the Lord, O my Soul (saith David) and all that is within me bless his holy name: Psalm 103.1, 2, 3. Bless the Lord, Oh my Soul (Says David) and all that is within me bless his holy name: np1 crd, crd, crd vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1 (vvz np1) cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11 vvi po31 j n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9527 Bless the Lord, O my Soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgiveth all thine iniquities, and healeth all thy diseases. Bless the Lord, Oh my Soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgiveth all thine iniquities, and heals all thy diseases. vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc vvb xx d po31 n2, r-crq vvz d po21 n2, cc vvz d po21 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9528 Thus I have shewed you a second way by which God gets himself glory from Sin, the permission of Sin in the World. Thus I have showed you a second Way by which God gets himself glory from since, the permission of since in the World. av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz px31 n1 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 942 Page 487
9529 3. Holiness and Piety are advantaged by Sin, Sin is a foil to holiness. Pulchriora apparent bona ex malorum deformitate. 3. Holiness and Piety Are advantaged by since, since is a foil to holiness. Pulchriora apparent Bona ex malorum deformitate. crd n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1, n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1. np1 j fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb. (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 487
9530 As the dark shadows are advantages to the Picture, and the wanton thinks at least that her black Patches are advantages to her beauty; As the dark shadows Are advantages to the Picture, and the wanton thinks At least that her black Patches Are advantages to her beauty; p-acp dt j n2 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-jn vvz p-acp ds cst po31 j-jn n2 vbr n2 p-acp po31 n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 487
9531 so are the Sins and Debaucheries which God permitteth in the world advantages to holiness. so Are the Sins and Debaucheries which God permitteth in the world advantages to holiness. av vbr dt n2 cc n2 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 n2 p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 487
9532 The beautiful and well-proportioned works of Nature are the more beautiful for the Monsters, that it erreth in. The beautiful and well-proportioned works of Nature Are the more beautiful for the Monsters, that it erreth in. dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 vbr dt av-dc j p-acp dt n2, cst pn31 vvz p-acp. (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 487
9533 Sin is but (monstrum morum) a monster in mens manners. since is but (monstrum morum) a monster in men's manners. n1 vbz p-acp (fw-la fw-la) dt n1 p-acp ng2 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 488
9534 I am perswaded that in the very times wherein we live God hath made use of the prodigious intemperance, lust and luxury, Atheisme and foolish superstitious vanities of some, to make true Religion, Godliness, I am persuaded that in the very times wherein we live God hath made use of the prodigious intemperance, lust and luxury, Atheism and foolish superstitious vanities of Some, to make true Religion, Godliness, pns11 vbm vvn cst p-acp dt j n2 c-crq pns12 vvb np1 vhz vvn n1 pp-f dt j n1, n1 cc n1, n1 cc j j n2 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi j n1, n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 488
9535 and Vertue, appear more lovely unto thousands than before they did. and Virtue, appear more lovely unto thousands than before they did. cc n1, vvb av-dc j p-acp crd av c-acp pns32 vdd. (42) sermon (DIV3) 943 Page 488
9536 Lastly, From what is said abundantly appears, that it is not without infinite wisdom that the Lord though he be pleased to manifest the riches of grace upon some, to change their hearts, Lastly, From what is said abundantly appears, that it is not without infinite Wisdom that the Lord though he be pleased to manifest the riches of grace upon Some, to change their hearts, ord, p-acp r-crq vbz vvn av-j n2, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp j n1 cst dt n1 c-acp pns31 vbb vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9537 and to turn them from the wickedness of their ways, plucking them as brands out of the fire; and to turn them from the wickedness of their ways, plucking them as brands out of the fire; cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp n2 av pp-f dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9538 yet suffers multitudes to walk in their own ways, till they drop into that Pit from which there is no Redemption for ever. yet suffers Multitudes to walk in their own ways, till they drop into that Pit from which there is no Redemption for ever. av vvz n2 p-acp vvb p-acp po32 d n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 c-acp av. (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9539 We may all of us be assured, that the wise God consulteth his own glory in this. We may all of us be assured, that the wise God consulteth his own glory in this. pns12 vmb d pp-f pno12 vbi vvn, cst dt j np1 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp d. (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9540 In the same Text, Pro. 16.4. Where he tells us that he hath made the wicked for the day of evil, he saith in the former part, that he hath made all things for himself. In the same Text, Pro 16.4. Where he tells us that he hath made the wicked for the day of evil, he Says in the former part, that he hath made all things for himself. p-acp dt d n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns31 vvz pno12 cst pns31 vhz vvn dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, pns31 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cst pns31 vhz vvn d n2 c-acp px31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9541 Though we be not able to see the particular reason of many dispensations of God, Though we be not able to see the particular reason of many dispensations of God, cs pns12 vbb xx j pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9542 yet we ought to presume they are not done without excellent Counsel, admirable reason, incomprehensible wisdom; yet we ought to presume they Are not done without excellent Counsel, admirable reason, incomprehensible Wisdom; av pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi pns32 vbr xx vdn p-acp j n1, j n1, j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9543 yea and infinite love toward those that shall be saved. I shall close this discourse with an excellent saying of one of the Ancients. yea and infinite love towards those that shall be saved. I shall close this discourse with an excellent saying of one of the Ancients. uh cc j n1 p-acp d cst vmb vbi vvn. pns11 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f crd pp-f dt n2-j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9544 If (saith he) an ignorant person goeth into a Smiths shop, what matters it if he doth not knowof what particular use the Sleth, the Anvil and other utensils are, If (Says he) an ignorant person Goes into a Smiths shop, what matters it if he does not Know of what particular use the Sleth, the Anvil and other utensils Are, cs (vvz pns31) dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt ng1 n1, r-crq n2 pn31 cs pns31 vdz xx av r-crq j n1 dt vvz, dt n1 cc j-jn n2 vbr, (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9545 yet it is enough if the workman knoweth and can make use of every utensil in it's season: yet it is enough if the workman Knoweth and can make use of every utensil in it's season: av pn31 vbz av-d cs dt n1 vvz cc vmb vvi n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31|vbz n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9546 what if we do not know, if we cannot comprehend, of what use some particular sinful actions of men should be for the glory of God; what if we do not know, if we cannot comprehend, of what use Some particular sinful actions of men should be for the glory of God; r-crq cs pns12 vdb xx vvi, cs pns12 vmbx vvi, pp-f r-crq n1 d j j n2 pp-f n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9872 1. That man is born unto affliction and trouble, as the sparks fly upward; 1. That man is born unto affliction and trouble, as the sparks fly upward; crd cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, c-acp dt n2 vvb av-j; (43) sermon (DIV3) 985 Page 504
9547 it is enough for us that God knoweth, the vilest action that was ever done in the World, the crucifying of the Lord Jesus Christ, was of the greatest use for the manifestation of the glory of God. it is enough for us that God Knoweth, the Vilest actium that was ever done in the World, the crucifying of the Lord jesus christ, was of the greatest use for the manifestation of the glory of God. pn31 vbz av-d p-acp pno12 d n1 vvz, dt js n1 cst vbds av vdn p-acp dt n1, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vbds pp-f dt js n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 944 Page 488
9548 Now after this discourse of the reasonableness of Divine Providence, in permitting Sin, for the further manifestation of the glory of God, Now After this discourse of the reasonableness of Divine Providence, in permitting since, for the further manifestation of the glory of God, av p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg n1, p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 945 Page 488
9549 and the acquisition of glory to his sacred name, &c. It may seem an idle question, why the Lord suffereth so many sinners, so as his own number is but a little flock in comparison of those Herds; and the acquisition of glory to his sacred name, etc. It may seem an idle question, why the Lord suffers so many Sinners, so as his own number is but a little flock in comparison of those Herds; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 j n1, av pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz av d n2, av p-acp po31 d n1 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp n1 pp-f d n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 945 Page 488
9550 for sin being a quality must inhere in some Subject, and if there were no sinners tolerated there could be no sin: for since being a quality must inhere in Some Subject, and if there were no Sinners tolerated there could be no since: p-acp n1 vbg dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp d j-jn, cc cs pc-acp vbdr dx n2 vvn pc-acp vmd vbi dx n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 945 Page 488
9551 but yet let me a little further enlarge upon this Argument. 1. God suffereth so many sinners, that some of them might be made Saints: but yet let me a little further enlarge upon this Argument. 1. God suffers so many Sinners, that Some of them might be made Saints: cc-acp av vvb pno11 dt j av-jc vvi p-acp d n1. crd np1 vvz av d n2, cst d pp-f pno32 vmd vbi vvn n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 945 Page 488
9552 by Nature there is none righteous, no not one, all are Children of wrath, one as well as another, all that are implanted into Christ, were natural branches of the wild Olive; by Nature there is none righteous, no not one, all Are Children of wrath, one as well as Another, all that Are implanted into christ, were natural branches of the wild Olive; p-acp n1 a-acp vbz pix j, uh-dx xx crd, d vbr n2 pp-f n1, pi c-acp av c-acp j-jn, d cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, vbdr j n2 pp-f dt j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9553 they are made otherwise by an engraffing, and implantation into the Lord Jesus Christ. (It is the Metaphor which the Apostle useth, Rom. 11. v. 17, 19.) Those, all those whom the Lord quickeneth, were at first dead in trespasses and sins. they Are made otherwise by an Engrafting, and implantation into the Lord jesus christ. (It is the Metaphor which the Apostle uses, Rom. 11. v. 17, 19.) Those, all those whom the Lord Quickeneth, were At First dead in Trespasses and Sins. pns32 vbr vvn av p-acp dt n-vvg, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz, np1 crd n1 crd, crd) d, d d r-crq dt n1 vvz, vbdr p-acp ord j p-acp n2 cc n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9554 It is the saying of a very ingenious Author, Non est sterilis Deo patientia sua, ut saltem fatigatione taedeat peccatores voluptatum. It is the saying of a very ingenious Author, Non est sterilis God patientia sua, ut Saltem fatigatione taedeat Peccatores voluptatum. pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j j n1, fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la j n2 fw-la. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9555 Gods patience, saith he, with sinners is not barren, if it were only for this, that God by suffering sinners, many sinners, doth at last tire, God's patience, Says he, with Sinners is not barren, if it were only for this, that God by suffering Sinners, many Sinners, does At last tire, npg1 n1, vvz pns31, p-acp n2 vbz xx j, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp d, cst np1 p-acp vvg n2, d n2, vdz p-acp vvi n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9556 and weary some out of their delight and pleasure in their lusts: and weary Some out of their delight and pleasure in their Lustiest: cc vvi d av pp-f po32 n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9557 thou that sayest, why doth a pure, and holy God endure so many vessels of wrath fitted for destruction, do but remember that thou thy self wert once a Child of wrath, thou wert once a person fitted, both by Original sin, thou that Sayest, why does a pure, and holy God endure so many vessels of wrath fitted for destruction, do but Remember that thou thy self Wertenberg once a Child of wrath, thou Wertenberg once a person fitted, both by Original since, pns21 cst vv2, q-crq vdz dt j, cc j np1 vvi av d n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1, vdb p-acp vvi cst pns21 po21 n1 vbd2r a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns21 vbd2r a-acp dt n1 vvn, av-d p-acp j-jn n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9558 and by many actual sins for destruction; and by many actual Sins for destruction; cc p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9559 God suffered thee to go on a long time in thy own ways, that he might weary thee of thine own ways, God suffered thee to go on a long time in thy own ways, that he might weary thee of thine own ways, np1 vvd pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po21 d n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno21 pp-f po21 d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9560 and bring thee home unto himself; and bring thee home unto himself; cc vvb pno21 av-an p-acp px31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9561 why may not God do so by many others? They are yet as wild Asses, why may not God do so by many Others? They Are yet as wild Asses, q-crq vmb xx np1 vdb av p-acp d n2-jn? pns32 vbr av p-acp j n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9562 but why may not they also have a moneth in which God may take them? The Children by adoption are picked out of the Children of wrath. Reservat Deus injustos misericordiae, per inducias justitiae. but why may not they also have a Monn in which God may take them? The Children by adoption Are picked out of the Children of wrath. Reservat Deus injustos Mercy, per Inducias justitiae. cc-acp q-crq vmb xx pns32 av vhb dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vmb vvi pno32? dt n2 p-acp n1 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1. np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9563 God by the truce of his justice, (as Nierembergius phraseth it) that is, by forbearing the execution of his punitive, God by the truce of his Justice, (as nierembergius Phraseth it) that is, by forbearing the execution of his punitive, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (c-acp np1 vvz pn31) cst vbz, p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9564 and vindicative Justice, reserveth unrighteous persons for mercy. and vindicative justice, reserveth unrighteous Persons for mercy. cc j n1, vvz j n2 p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9565 This is one end doubtless of Gods enduring so many sinners in the World, that he might bring some of them, This is one end doubtless of God's enduring so many Sinners in the World, that he might bring Some of them, d vbz crd n1 av-j pp-f n2 vvg av d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi d pp-f pno32, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9566 even so many as he hath chosen unto life, to obtain eternal Salvation. even so many as he hath chosen unto life, to obtain Eternal Salvation. av av av-d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9567 But yet some will say why doth God permit such as he knows his long suffering, But yet Some will say why does God permit such as he knows his long suffering, p-acp av d vmb vvi q-crq vdz np1 vvi d c-acp pns31 vvz po31 j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9568 and patience will never lead to repentance, let me a little answer thy curiosity in this, and patience will never led to Repentance, let me a little answer thy curiosity in this, cc n1 vmb av-x vvi p-acp n1, vvb pno11 dt j n1 po21 n1 p-acp d, (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9569 and shew thee, that even in this the Lords ways are equal and his wisdom infinite. and show thee, that even in this the lords ways Are equal and his Wisdom infinite. cc vvb pno21, cst av p-acp d dt n2 n2 vbr j-jn cc po31 n1 j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 946 Page 489
9570 2. Whether they well repent, and turn or no, it is but reasonable that that God, who hath sworn by his life that be desires not the death of a sinner, 2. Whither they well Repent, and turn or no, it is but reasonable that that God, who hath sworn by his life that be Desires not the death of a sinner, crd cs pns32 av vvi, cc vvi cc uh-dx, pn31 vbz p-acp j cst d np1, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1 cst vbb n2 xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 489
9571 but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live, should give them a time to repent; but had rather that he should turn from his wickedness and live, should give them a time to Repent; cc-acp vhd av-c cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1 cc vvi, vmd vvi pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 489
9572 and how should this be, if God should not bear with them, and give them a space of life? If they never were suffered to think a thought, and how should this be, if God should not bear with them, and give them a Molle of life? If they never were suffered to think a Thought, cc q-crq vmd d vbi, cs np1 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno32, cc vvi pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1? cs pns32 av-x vbdr vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 489
9573 how should their own thoughts another day accuse them? It is an aggravation of judgment against sinners, That God gives them a space of repentance, and they do not repent. how should their own thoughts Another day accuse them? It is an aggravation of judgement against Sinners, That God gives them a Molle of Repentance, and they do not Repent. q-crq vmd po32 d n2 j-jn n1 vvi pno32? pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, cst np1 vvz pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 vdb xx vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 489
9574 How should God condemn them for their filthy speeches, their hard speeches, their Oathes and Blasphemies, How should God condemn them for their filthy Speeches, their hard Speeches, their Oaths and Blasphemies, q-crq vmd n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po32 j n2, po32 j n2, po32 n2 cc n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 490
9575 if God should not suffer them to vent these things? How should they repent if they had no time to repent? If they will abuse the patience of God, if God should not suffer them to vent these things? How should they Repent if they had no time to Repent? If they will abuse the patience of God, cs np1 vmd xx vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi d n2? q-crq vmd pns32 vvi cs pns32 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi? cs pns32 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 490
9576 and after the hardness and impenitency of their hearts treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, their blood is upon their own heads, God is vindicated in his Justice. and After the hardness and impenitency of their hearts treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, their blood is upon their own Heads, God is vindicated in his justice. cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 ng1 n1 a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, po32 n1 vbz p-acp po32 d n2, np1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 947 Page 490
9577 3. The permission of sinners in the world seemeth reasonable, that if they will not be made better, others may be made good by Gods patience toward them, and forbearance of them. 3. The permission of Sinners in the world seems reasonable, that if they will not be made better, Others may be made good by God's patience towards them, and forbearance of them. crd dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz j, cst cs pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn av-jc, n2-jn vmb vbi vvn j p-acp npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, cc n1 pp-f pno32. (42) sermon (DIV3) 948 Page 490
9578 If there were none of these Briars and Thorns in the world, how could God teach his people by them? Indeed this is one of Gods great ends in the permission of sinners. If there were none of these Briers and Thorns in the world, how could God teach his people by them? Indeed this is one of God's great ends in the permission of Sinners. cs a-acp vbdr pix pp-f d n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, q-crq vmd np1 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32? np1 d vbz pi pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 948 Page 490
9579 But let me open this a little in two or three particulars. But let me open this a little in two or three particulars. cc-acp vvb pno11 vvi d dt j p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 948 Page 490
9580 1. God by the exemplary punishment of them for their sins oft-times turns others from their sins. 1. God by the exemplary punishment of them for their Sins ofttimes turns Others from their Sins. crd np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po32 n2 av vvz n2-jn p-acp po32 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9581 It is true, God doth not make all prodigious sinners examples of his judgment in this life; It is true, God does not make all prodigious Sinners Examples of his judgement in this life; pn31 vbz j, np1 vdz xx vvi d j n2 n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9582 but some he doth, and by it makes others to fear and tremble, and to avoid those Rocks upon which their Souls split. but Some he does, and by it makes Others to Fear and tremble, and to avoid those Rocks upon which their Souls split. cc-acp d pns31 vdz, cc p-acp pn31 vvz n2-jn pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cc pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp r-crq po32 n2 vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9583 If I remember right it is reported of Waldus, the Father of the Waldenses, that he was converted by the sudden death of one of his companions: If I Remember right it is reported of Waldus, the Father of the Waldenses, that he was converted by the sudden death of one of his Sodales: cs pns11 vvb vvi pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f dt np1, cst pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f crd pp-f po31 n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9890 Quae vulgus infamat malorum titulo arcanis suae benignitatis decrevit; Quae vulgus infamat malorum Titulo Arcanis suae benignitatis decrevit; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9584 I know that examples of judgments are not Gods ordinary means of conversion, nay they are rare instances of converts that are made that way, especially where the word is ordinarily preached. I know that Examples of Judgments Are not God's ordinary means of conversion, nay they Are rare instances of converts that Are made that Way, especially where the word is ordinarily preached. pns11 vvb d n2 pp-f n2 vbr xx n2 j n2 pp-f n1, uh-x pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f vvz d vbr vvn cst n1, av-j c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9585 When Dives in the gospel fancied, that if one were sent to his brethren from the dead they would believe, When Dives in the gospel fancied, that if one were sent to his brothers from the dead they would believe, c-crq vvz p-acp dt n1 vvd, cst cs pi vbdr vvn p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt j pns32 vmd vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9586 and avoid those flames, he was told by Abraham, they had Moses and the Prophets, and if upon the reading and hearing of them they would not believe, and avoid those flames, he was told by Abraham, they had Moses and the prophets, and if upon the reading and hearing of them they would not believe, cc vvi d n2, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, pns32 vhd np1 cc dt n2, cc cs p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32 pns32 vmd xx vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9587 if one should go from the dead they would not believe. if one should go from the dead they would not believe. cs pi vmd vvi p-acp dt j pns32 vmd xx vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9588 Those that harden their hearts under the word, are ordinarily judicially hardned against judgments, or other means that to the eye of reason seem probable means to change their hearts, Those that harden their hearts under the word, Are ordinarily judicially hardened against Judgments, or other means that to the eye of reason seem probable means to change their hearts, d cst vvb po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vbr av-jn av-j vvn p-acp n2, cc j-jn n2 cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvb j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9589 but are not under a Divine institution for that end, as the word of God is. but Are not under a Divine Institution for that end, as the word of God is. cc-acp vbr xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9590 But yet to some they are so far sanctified; God sometimes goeth out of his ordinary road. But yet to Some they Are so Far sanctified; God sometime Goes out of his ordinary road. p-acp av p-acp d pns32 vbr av av-j vvn; np1 av vvz av pp-f po31 j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9591 Besides, though such examples of judgment seldom prove sole, and principal causes or means; Beside, though such Examples of judgement seldom prove sole, and principal Causes or means; p-acp, cs d n2 pp-f n1 av vvi j, cc j-jn n2 cc n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9592 yet they often prove partial causes, and social means, and together with the word conduce much to such a blessed end. yet they often prove partial Causes, and social means, and together with the word conduce much to such a blessed end. av pns32 av vvb j n2, cc j n2, cc av p-acp dt n1 vvi d p-acp d dt j-vvn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9593 I have known one my self that hath owned the ringing of Bells, giving notice of persons that he knew, who probably died in their sins, I have known one my self that hath owned the ringing of Bells', giving notice of Persons that he knew, who probably died in their Sins, pns11 vhb vvn pi po11 n1 cst vhz vvd dt n-vvg pp-f n2, vvg n1 pp-f n2 cst pns31 vvd, r-crq av-j vvd p-acp po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 490
9594 as a great means to awaken him to a consideration of his ways and a change of heart and life, as a great means to awaken him to a consideration of his ways and a change of heart and life, c-acp dt j n2 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 cc dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9595 whiles his Soul reflected upon the sound, and he said to himself what should become of me, while his Soul reflected upon the found, and he said to himself what should become of me, cs po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vvd p-acp px31 r-crq vmd vvi pp-f pno11, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9596 if this Bell now rang for me; if this Bell now rang for me; cs d n1 av vvd p-acp pno11; (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9597 if my Soul (as this poor wretched creatures Soul) were now before the Judgment seat of Jesus Christ. if my Soul (as this poor wretched creatures Soul) were now before the Judgement seat of jesus christ. cs po11 n1 (c-acp d j j n2 n1) vbdr av p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f np1 np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9598 Princes the time they go to School use to have their Ʋmbraes, some other person (I forget it may be the name they use to give them,) that they may be corrected for them, Princes the time they go to School use to have their Ʋmbraes, Some other person (I forget it may be the name they use to give them,) that they may be corrected for them, ng1 dt n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vhi po32 n2, d j-jn n1 (pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi pno32,) cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9599 and their Prince by their correction might learn to take heed of errors. and their Prince by their correction might Learn to take heed of errors. cc po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9600 The elect of God, those whom he hath foreordained to eternal life, they cannot die in their sins, The elect of God, those whom he hath foreordained to Eternal life, they cannot die in their Sins, dt n-vvn pp-f np1, d r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp j n1, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9601 but God suffers some vile and wicked neighbours they have to perish in their reaking lusts, but God suffers Some vile and wicked neighbours they have to perish in their reaking Lustiest, cc-acp np1 vvz d j cc j n2 pns32 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 j-vvg n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9602 and maketh this a means to awaken them, to consider what sin will at last bring them to. and makes this a means to awaken them, to Consider what since will At last bring them to. cc vv2 d dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 vmb p-acp ord vvi pno32 p-acp. (42) sermon (DIV3) 949 Page 491
9603 2. God defameth sin, by a plenty of sinners. It is one of the idle pretences men in this age have for their filthy stage-plays, that sin is there discredited by the representation of it; 2. God defameth since, by a plenty of Sinners. It is one of the idle pretences men in this age have for their filthy stageplays, that since is there discredited by the representation of it; crd np1 vvz n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt j n2 n2 p-acp d n1 vhb p-acp po32 j j, cst n1 vbz a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9604 and shewing the Spectators how ill it becomes men to be debaucht: and showing the Spectators how ill it becomes men to be debauched: cc vvg dt n2 c-crq av-jn pn31 vvz n2 pc-acp vbi j-vvn: (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9605 the truth is, vertue, and sobriety is discredited there (for in the debauchery of them our age hath exceeded all Heathens.) But for those that will see the vileness and ugliness of sin, they need not see it in a play in effigy: they may see it more livelily in the converse of their neighbours, the truth is, virtue, and sobriety is discredited there (for in the debauchery of them our age hath exceeded all heathens.) But for those that will see the vileness and ugliness of since, they need not see it in a play in effigy: they may see it more livelily in the converse of their neighbours, dt n1 vbz, n1, cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 po12 n1 vhz vvn d n2-jn.) p-acp p-acp d cst vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, pns32 vvb xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1: pns32 vmb vvi pn31 av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9606 and I doubt not but much sin is restrained in the world, by the much sin that is committed in the world: and I doubt not but much since is restrained in the world, by the much since that is committed in the world: cc pns11 vvb xx p-acp d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt d n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9607 the reeling of the drunkard from one side of the street to another, defameth drunkenness, the reeling of the drunkard from one side of the street to Another, defameth Drunkenness, dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp crd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp j-jn, vvz n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9608 and the indecent immoralities of others both in their words, and actions, make sin more abominable to many considerate Souls; and the indecent immoralities of Others both in their words, and actions, make since more abominable to many considerate Souls; cc dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn d p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, vvb n1 av-dc j p-acp d j n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9609 as they say the fire is hotter in winter by the Antiperistasis of the cold, as they say the fire is hotter in winter by the Antiperistasis of the cold, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 vbz jc p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9610 so the heat of love to God and zeal for him is advantaged by the excess of hatred to God, so the heat of love to God and zeal for him is advantaged by the excess of hatred to God, av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 cc n1 p-acp pno31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9611 and his ways which they see in others. and his ways which they see in Others. cc po31 n2 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2-jn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 950 Page 491
9612 3. There is yet a third way by which the sinners of the world do good to the Saints, and that is, augendo fidem, & ampliando patientiam, increasing their faith and patience: 3. There is yet a third Way by which the Sinners of the world do good to the Saints, and that is, augendo fidem, & ampliando patientiam, increasing their faith and patience: crd pc-acp vbz av dt ord n1 p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vdb j p-acp dt n2, cc d vbz, fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la, vvg po32 n1 cc n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 491
9613 every sinner is a grieving thorne, and a pricking briar to the house of Israel, and by these briars and thorns God teacheth them (as it is said that Gideon taught the men of succoth. every sinner is a grieving thorn, and a pricking briar to the house of Israel, and by these briers and thorns God Teaches them (as it is said that gideon taught the men of succoth. d n1 vbz dt j-vvg n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp d n2 cc n2 np1 vvz pno32 (c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vvd dt n2 pp-f j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 491
9614 ) It was the saying of an ancient writer, Nullus bonorum habet inimicum nisi malum, qui ideo esse permittitur ut vel ipse corrigatur, vel per ipsum malus exerceatur; ) It was the saying of an ancient writer, Nullus Bonorum habet Inimicum nisi malum, qui ideo esse permittitur ut vel ipse corrigatur, vel per ipsum malus exerceatur; ) pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la ng1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 491
9615 that is, no good man hath any enemy, but a wicked man, whom God doth therefore permit that either himself may be amended, or the good man may by him be exercised. that is, no good man hath any enemy, but a wicked man, whom God does Therefore permit that either himself may be amended, or the good man may by him be exercised. cst vbz, dx j n1 vhz d n1, cc-acp dt j n1, ro-crq np1 vdz av vvi cst d n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc dt j n1 vmb p-acp pno31 vbi vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9616 Thou that wondrest why God permits so many sinners in the world, wonder why there are so many rods, Thou that wonderest why God permits so many Sinners in the world, wonder why there Are so many rods, pns21 d vvn c-crq np1 vvz av d n2 p-acp dt n1, vvb c-crq pc-acp vbr av d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9617 and ferulars for Children, why there are so many whipping-posts and racks, so many bride wells, &c. Assyria is the rod of Gods anger, Isa. 10. God hath many Children, and ferulars for Children, why there Are so many Whipping posts and racks, so many bride wells, etc. Assyria is the rod of God's anger, Isaiah 10. God hath many Children, cc n2-j p-acp n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr av d n2 cc n2, av d n1 n2, av np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd np1 vhz d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9618 and his Children will have their wanton vagaries, and extravagances, and must be brought through the world to Heaven, under the discipline of persecutions, and many afflictions; and his Children will have their wanton vagaries, and extravagances, and must be brought through the world to Heaven, under the discipline of persecutions, and many afflictions; cc po31 n2 vmb vhi po32 j-jn n2, cc n2, cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc d n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9619 wicked and profane men in the world are Gods gaolers, and bride-well men, that keep his houses of correction; wicked and profane men in the world Are God's gaolers, and bridewell men, that keep his houses of correction; j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr ng1 n2, cc j n2, cst vvb po31 n2 pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9620 when his servants are wanton and offend him, he sends them to these gaolers, he turns them over unto wicked men. when his Servants Are wanton and offend him, he sends them to these gaolers, he turns them over unto wicked men. c-crq po31 n2 vbr j-jn cc vvi pno31, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp d n2, pns31 vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9621 It was Davids curse of his enemies, Psal. 109.6. Set thou a wicked man over him, and let Sathan stand at his right hand. It was Davids curse of his enemies, Psalm 109.6. Set thou a wicked man over him, and let Sathan stand At his right hand. pn31 vbds np1 n1 pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd. vvb pns21 dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb np1 vvb p-acp po31 j-jn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9622 God when his people offend him, sometimes sends them to the Extortioner, to catch all that they have: God when his people offend him, sometime sends them to the Extortioner, to catch all that they have: np1 c-crq po31 n1 vvi pno31, av vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d cst pns32 vhb: (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9623 Sometimes to a barbarous Souldier, to spoile all their labour; Sometime to a barbarous Soldier, to spoil all their labour; av p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi d po32 n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9624 sometimes to a persecutor, to rifle their houses, and plunder their pleasant things, to lay them up in gaoles, &c. And thus a multitude of sinners is necessary to Gods government of the world. sometime to a persecutor, to rifle their houses, and plunder their pleasant things, to lay them up in gaols, etc. And thus a multitude of Sinners is necessary to God's government of the world. av p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi po32 j n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp n2, av cc av dt n1 pp-f n2 vbz j p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 951 Page 492
9625 But yet (for we are very apt to dispute with God) how is it that the providence of God suffers such an excess of riot, such a world of iniquity in the world; But yet (for we Are very apt to dispute with God) how is it that the providence of God suffers such an excess of riot, such a world of iniquity in the world; p-acp av (c-acp pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1) q-crq vbz pn31 cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d dt n1 pp-f n1, d dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 952 Page 492
9626 if some sin be suffered, if some sinners must be endured in the world, yet why so much sin? Though an easy, if Some since be suffered, if Some Sinners must be endured in the world, yet why so much since? Though an easy, cs d n1 vbi vvn, cs d n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, av q-crq av d n1? cs dt j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 952 Page 492
9627 and manifold answer might be easily drawn up to this from my former discourse, yet let me add 3 or 4 things. and manifold answer might be Easily drawn up to this from my former discourse, yet let me add 3 or 4 things. cc j n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn a-acp p-acp d p-acp po11 j n1, av vvb pno11 vvi crd cc crd n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 952 Page 492
9628 1. Dost thou that speakest thus, consider what a dependency there is of one sin upon another, 1. Dost thou that Speakest thus, Consider what a dependency there is of one since upon Another, crd vd2 pns21 d vv2 av, vvb r-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz pp-f crd n1 p-acp j-jn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9629 and what an use God maketh of one sin to punish another? Let me a little discourse each of these. and what an use God makes of one since to Punish Another? Let me a little discourse each of these. cc q-crq dt n1 np1 vvz pp-f crd n1 pc-acp vvi j-jn? vvb pno11 dt j n1 d pp-f d. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9630 The moralist saith, Virtutes sunt concatenatae; Divines say as much of the graces of the Spirit of God, they have a causative virtue, The moralist Says, Virtues sunt concatenatae; Divines say as much of the graces of the Spirit of God, they have a causative virtue, dt n1 vvz, n2 fw-la fw-la; vvz vvb p-acp d pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns32 vhb dt j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9631 and influence upon one another, patience worketh experience, experience hope. and influence upon one Another, patience works experience, experience hope. cc n1 p-acp crd j-jn, n1 vvz n1, n1 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9632 The Apostle tells us, faith worketh by love, it is indeed productive both of love and hope, &c. It is also true that Vitia sunt concatenata, vices and sinful habits are also linked together, The Apostle tells us, faith works by love, it is indeed productive both of love and hope, etc. It is also true that Vices sunt concatenata, vices and sinful habits Are also linked together, dt n1 vvz pno12, n1 vvz p-acp n1, pn31 vbz av j av-d pp-f n1 cc n1, av pn31 vbz av j cst fw-la fw-la fw-la, n2 cc j n2 vbr av vvn av, (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9633 and are productive one of another. and Are productive one of Another. cc vbr j crd pp-f n-jn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9634 Lust conceiveth and brings forth, and sin finisheth and then bringeth forth death. And, as it is observed in nature, the most noxious Creatures are most fruitful, and teeming; Lust conceiveth and brings forth, and since finisheth and then brings forth death. And, as it is observed in nature, the most noxious Creatures Are most fruitful, and teeming; n1 vvz cc vvz av, cc n1 vvz cc av vvz av n1. cc, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, dt av-ds j n2 vbr av-ds j, cc j-vvg; (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9635 so vice and sin is a most fruitful teeming mother, one sin bringeth forth a multitude of sin. so vice and since is a most fruitful teeming mother, one since brings forth a multitude of since. av n1 cc n1 vbz dt av-ds j j-vvg n1, crd n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9636 Drunkenness is the ordinary mother, of whoredom, filthy, and profane discourse, quarrellings and contentions. drunkenness is the ordinary mother, of whoredom, filthy, and profane discourse, quarrelings and contentions. n1 vbz dt j n1, pp-f n1, j, cc j n1, n2-vvg cc n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 492
9637 Who hath contentions? who hath babling? (saith Solomon, in Pro. 23.29.) They that tarry long at the wine, they that go to seek for mixt wine. Who hath contentions? who hath babbling? (Says Solomon, in Pro 23.29.) They that tarry long At the wine, they that go to seek for mixed wine. r-crq vhz n2? r-crq vhz n-vvg? (vvz np1, p-acp np1 crd.) pns32 d vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, pns32 cst vvb pc-acp vvi c-acp vvn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 493
9638 2. Again, God in his providence maketh use of sin to punish sin. But the equity of God in that motion of his providence, God willing I shall hereafter more fully discourse. 2. Again, God in his providence makes use of since to Punish since. But the equity of God in that motion of his providence, God willing I shall hereafter more Fully discourse. crd av, np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, np1 vvg pns11 vmb av av-dc av-j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 953 Page 493
9639 2. To quiet your thoughts upon this permission of Divine Providence, I shall offer to your consideration what Nierembergius, an acute Author, (though a Papist) saith upon this argument, That the quantity of sin which God permitteth in the world, is nothing to what he bindreth in it. 2. To quiet your thoughts upon this permission of Divine Providence, I shall offer to your consideration what nierembergius, an acute Author, (though a Papist) Says upon this argument, That the quantity of since which God permitteth in the world, is nothing to what he bindreth in it. crd p-acp n-jn po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n1 r-crq np1, dt j n1, (cs dt njp) vvz p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, vbz pix p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9640 What a Brothel house of uncleanness, what a Field of blood and oppression? What an universal Ale house would the world be, were it not for the restrainings of Divine Grace? what but this hindereth, that every man is not a Cain unto his Brother, a Judas to his Master, that every one is not an Heliogabalus for lust and luxury, What a Brothel house of uncleanness, what a Field of blood and oppression? What an universal Ale house would the world be, were it not for the restrainings of Divine Grace? what but this hindereth, that every man is not a Cain unto his Brother, a Judas to his Master, that every one is not an Heliogabalus for lust and luxury, q-crq dt n1 n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1? q-crq dt j n1 n1 vmd dt n1 vbi, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f j-jn n1? q-crq p-acp d vvz, cst d n1 vbz xx dt np1 p-acp po31 n1, dt np1 p-acp po31 n1, cst d pi vbz xx dt np1 p-acp n1 cc n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9641 as much a monster of cruelty as Nero? The child of God jealous for the glory of God, is often stumbled to see so much sin in the world; as much a monster of cruelty as Nero? The child of God jealous for the glory of God, is often stumbled to see so much since in the world; c-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp np1? dt n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz av vvn pc-acp vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9642 whereas he should rather be taken up with the admiration of Divine Goodness, that there is no more prodigious wickedness committed in it. whereas he should rather be taken up with the admiration of Divine goodness, that there is no more prodigious wickedness committed in it. cs pns31 vmd av-c vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst pc-acp vbz dx av-dc j n1 vvn p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9643 Gratulor (saith the afore-mentioned ingenious Author) compendium peccandi, supremae illi bonitati fontanae & miserationi quâ tantus malorum ardor extinguitur. Gratulor (Says the aforementioned ingenious Author) compendium Peccandi, Supreme illi bonitati fontanae & miserationi quâ Tantus malorum ardor extinguitur. fw-la (vvz dt j j n1) fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9644 Would you blame a man, who seeing your House all on fire, should quench that fire, Would you blame a man, who seeing your House all on fire, should quench that fire, vmd pn22 vvi dt n1, r-crq vvg po22 n1 d p-acp n1, vmd vvi d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9645 and only leave some straw burning in the Yard. and only leave Some straw burning in the Yard. cc av-j vvi d n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9646 The whole world lieth in wickedness, there is a great depth of lust and sin in all our hearts by nature. The Whole world lies in wickedness, there is a great depth of lust and since in all our hearts by nature. dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d po12 n2 p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9647 God so ordereth it in his Providence, that though he thinks fit to leave some lust burning, God so Ordereth it in his Providence, that though he thinks fit to leave Some lust burning, np1 av vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n1, cst cs pns31 vvz j pc-acp vvi d n1 vvg, (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9648 yet he smothereth and restraineth the far greater part. yet he smothereth and restraineth the Far greater part. av pns31 vvz cc vvz dt av-j jc n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9649 He suffereth not the thousandth part of that blasphemy, that uncleanness, that drunkenness, that oppression, fraud, cruelty and injustice which would be in the world, He suffers not the thousandth part of that blasphemy, that uncleanness, that Drunkenness, that oppression, fraud, cruelty and injustice which would be in the world, pns31 vvz xx dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, cst n1, cst n1, cst n1, n1, n1 cc n1 r-crq vmd vbi p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9650 if he took off his hand of restraint from mens spirits. What he doth suffer, his infinite wisdom knows how to make an advantagious use of, if he took off his hand of restraint from men's spirits. What he does suffer, his infinite Wisdom knows how to make an advantageous use of, cs pns31 vvd a-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng2 n2. r-crq pns31 vdz vvi, po31 j n1 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f, (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9651 for the glory of his great name. for the glory of his great name. p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 954 Page 493
9652 3. Consider that the time of sinning beareth no proportion to that time, that the Creation shall be without sin. 3. Consider that the time of sinning bears no proportion to that time, that the Creation shall be without since. crd np1 cst dt n1 pp-f vvg vvz dx n1 p-acp d n1, cst dt n1 vmb vbi p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 493
9653 The world hath lasted five or six thousand years; (Chronologers differ in their calculations) how long it shall last none can tell: The world hath lasted five or six thousand Years; (Chronologers differ in their calculations) how long it shall last none can tell: dt n1 vhz vvn crd cc crd crd n2; (n2 vvb p-acp po32 n2) q-crq av-j pn31 vmb vvi pix vmb vvi: (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 493
9654 many have guessed and already find they have been mistaken. many have guessed and already find they have been mistaken. d vhb vvn cc av vvb pns32 vhb vbn vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 493
9655 But suppose (which is not very probable) that it should last five, six, ten thousand more: But suppose (which is not very probable) that it should last five, six, ten thousand more: cc-acp vvb (r-crq vbz xx av j) cst pn31 vmd vvi crd, crd, crd crd dc: (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 493
9656 this indeed is a long time for the Devil (who is the god of this world) to reign, this indeed is a long time for the devil (who is the god of this world) to Reign, d av vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 (r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1) pc-acp vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 493
9657 and have a kingdom in, and a world of sin hath been committed, and is committed daily in the world, and have a Kingdom in, and a world of since hath been committed, and is committed daily in the world, cc vhb dt n1 p-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vhz vbn vvn, cc vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9658 and doubtless will yet be committed, before God puts a period to the world, and to sinning-time: but if it were twice ten thousand years, what is that to eternity, that eternity that shall be consequent to the day of Judgement, and doubtless will yet be committed, before God puts a Period to the world, and to sinning-time: but if it were twice ten thousand Years, what is that to eternity, that eternity that shall be consequent to the day of Judgement, cc av-j vmb av vbi vvn, c-acp np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp n1: cc-acp cs pn31 vbdr av crd crd n2, r-crq vbz d p-acp n1, cst n1 cst vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9659 when there shall not be a sin committed, nor a sinner seen? The wicked, and all they, who forget God, shall be turned into Hell. when there shall not be a since committed, nor a sinner seen? The wicked, and all they, who forget God, shall be turned into Hell. c-crq a-acp vmb xx vbi dt n1 vvn, ccx dt n1 vvn? dt j, cc d pns32, r-crq vvb np1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9660 There shall not be the black patch of a sin in the beautiful face of the new heavens and new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness; There shall not be the black patch of a since in the beautiful face of the new heavens and new earth, wherein dwells righteousness; a-acp vmb xx vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 cc j n1, q-crq vvz n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9661 when that blessed time comes, it shall be all spent in praises and Hallelujahs. Stumble not then at Gods Providence in permitting some sin in the world, who hath made so good a provision for his own glory unto a long eternity; when that blessed time comes, it shall be all spent in praises and Hallelujahs. Stumble not then At God's Providence in permitting Some since in the world, who hath made so good a provision for his own glory unto a long eternity; c-crq cst j-vvn n1 vvz, pn31 vmb vbi av-d vvn p-acp n2 cc n2. vvb xx av p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp vvg d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhz vvn av j dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp dt j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9662 which also shall then be advantaged by the much sin suffered in the world. which also shall then be advantaged by the much since suffered in the world. r-crq av vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9663 For those who have much forgiven them, will love much here, and praise God much, both here and hereafter: For those who have much forgiven them, will love much Here, and praise God much, both Here and hereafter: p-acp d r-crq vhb d vvn pno32, vmb vvi d av, cc n1 np1 av-d, av-d av cc av: (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9664 the high praises of God in the mouths of glorified saints, are doubtless elevated by the high and much sin which they were guilty of in the world. the high praises of God in the mouths of glorified Saints, Are doubtless elevated by the high and much since which they were guilty of in the world. dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvn n2, vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt j cc d n1 r-crq pns32 vbdr j pp-f p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9665 You read Rev. 7. of many thousands of Gods sealed ones which John saw, and vers. 9, 10. A great number which no man could count of all Nations, You read Rev. 7. of many thousands of God's sealed ones which John saw, and vers. 9, 10. A great number which no man could count of all nations, pn22 vvb n1 crd pp-f d crd pp-f npg1 j-vvn pi2 r-crq np1 vvd, cc zz. crd, crd dt j n1 r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi pp-f d n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9666 and kindred, and people, and tongues, that stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb; cloathed with white robes, and palms in their hands; and kindred, and people, and tongues, that stood before the Throne, and before the Lamb; clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; cc n1, cc n1, cc n2, cst vvd p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1; vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9667 who cryed with a loud voice, salvation to our God, who sitteth upon the Throne, and to the lamb: who cried with a loud voice, salvation to our God, who Sitteth upon the Throne, and to the lamb: r-crq vvd p-acp dt j n1, n1 p-acp po12 n1, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9668 and again, vers. 12. Amen, blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and again, vers. 12. Amen, blessing, and glory, and Wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, cc av, fw-la. crd uh-n, n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9669 and might be given unto our God, for ever and ever. Now St. John desiring to know who these were, had this answer. and might be given unto our God, for ever and ever. Now Saint John desiring to know who these were, had this answer. cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp po12 n1, c-acp av cc av. av n1 np1 vvg pc-acp vvi r-crq d vbdr, vhd d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9670 These are they who are come out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the lamb: These Are they who Are come out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the lamb: d vbr pns32 r-crq vbr vvn av pp-f j n1, cc vhb vvn po32 n2, cc vvd pno32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9671 therefore are they before the Throne of God, and serve him day and night in his Temple. Therefore Are they before the Throne of God, and serve him day and night in his Temple. av vbr pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi pno31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9672 Had they not been defiled with sin, they needed not have washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb; and having their robes so washed, they are elevated in the praises of God. Had they not been defiled with since, they needed not have washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb; and having their robes so washed, they Are elevated in the praises of God. vhd pns32 xx vbn vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvd xx vhi vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; cc vhg po32 n2 av vvn, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 955 Page 495
9673 4. Finally, We may, as I said before, be assured that God would not suffer so much sin in the world, If much sin did not tend much to the glory of God at last. 4. Finally, We may, as I said before, be assured that God would not suffer so much since in the world, If much since did not tend much to the glory of God At last. crd av-j, pns12 vmb, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, vbb vvn cst np1 vmd xx vvi av d n1 p-acp dt n1, cs d n1 vdd xx vvi d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp ord. (42) sermon (DIV3) 956 Page 495
9674 Here may be applied all that I said before in the former part of my discourse on this Argument: Here may be applied all that I said before in the former part of my discourse on this Argument: av vmb vbi vvn d cst pns11 vvd a-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 956 Page 495
9675 shewing you how the aboundings of sin, conduce to the aboundings of grace. showing you how the aboundings of since, conduce to the aboundings of grace. vvg pn22 c-crq dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 956 Page 495
9676 1. That grace wherein man is meerly passive and recipient, aboundeth by the aboundings of sin. 1. That grace wherein man is merely passive and recipient, Aboundeth by the aboundings of since. crd cst n1 c-crq n1 vbz av-j j cc j-jn, vvz p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9988 How little, how seldom should we with any seriousness, or in any solemn manner remember God, How little, how seldom should we with any seriousness, or in any solemn manner Remember God, c-crq j, c-crq av vmd pns12 p-acp d n1, cc p-acp d j n1 vvb np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9677 The Apostle telleth us, that love covereth a multitude of faults: the more faults be covered, the greater love is discovered; The Apostle Telleth us, that love Covereth a multitude of Faults: the more Faults be covered, the greater love is discovered; dt n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n2: dt av-dc n2 vbb vvn, dt jc n1 vbz vvn; (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9678 God magnifieth grace in abundantly pardoning; and there could not be abundant pardoning, if there were not abounding sin; God magnifieth grace in abundantly pardoning; and there could not be abundant pardoning, if there were not abounding since; np1 vvz n1 p-acp av-j vvg; cc a-acp vmd xx vbi j vvg, cs pc-acp vbdr xx vvg n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9679 a multitude of mercies could not be magnified, but upon a multitude of Sin. The bredth of the robes of Christs righteousness could never have been seen but for the extension of our nakedness; a multitude of Mercies could not be magnified, but upon a multitude of Sin. The breadth of the robes of Christ righteousness could never have been seen but for the extension of our nakedness; dt n1 pp-f n2 vmd xx vbi vvn, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vmd av-x vhi vbn vvn cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9680 it is the height, and depth, and length, and breadth of Sin, which maketh all Saints to comprehend what is the length, it is the height, and depth, and length, and breadth of since, which makes all Saints to comprehend what is the length, pn31 vbz dt n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vvz d n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9681 and breadth, and depth, and height, and to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledg, that we might be filled with all the fulness of God, Eph. 3.17, 18. 2. That grace in the exercise of which we are active, is also advantaged by the much Sin which God permitteth. and breadth, and depth, and height, and to know the love of christ, which passes knowledge, that we might be filled with all the fullness of God, Ephesians 3.17, 18. 2. That grace in the exercise of which we Are active, is also advantaged by the much since which God permitteth. cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz n1, cst pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd, crd crd cst vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr j, vbz av vvn p-acp dt d n1 r-crq np1 vvz. (42) sermon (DIV3) 957 Page 494
9682 Our Saviour telleth us, Luke 7. those who have much forgiven will love much, and those to whom little is forgiven will love but little. Our Saviour Telleth us, Lycia 7. those who have much forgiven will love much, and those to whom little is forgiven will love but little. po12 n1 vvz pno12, av crd d r-crq vhb d vvn vmb vvi av-d, cc d p-acp ro-crq j vbz vvn vmb vvi p-acp j. (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9683 It wonderfully aggravates pardoning mercy in the sense of a gracious heart, to think how many are grinding at the same Mill of sin, that he was formerly imployed in, It wonderfully aggravates pardoning mercy in the sense of a gracious heart, to think how many Are grinding At the same Mill of since, that he was formerly employed in, pn31 av-j vvz vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq d vbr vvg p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vbds av-j vvn p-acp, (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9684 and that he should be taken, and they left: again, we should never fight the good fight so well to the glory of God, and that he should be taken, and they left: again, we should never fight the good fight so well to the glory of God, cc cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn, cc pns32 vvd: av, pns12 vmd av-x vvi dt j n1 av av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9685 if we had not many enemies to fight with. if we had not many enemies to fight with. cs pns12 vhd xx d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9686 But I have inlarged far enough in the Doctrinal part of this discourse, shewing you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine providence in the sufferance of sin and sinners, But I have enlarged Far enough in the Doctrinal part of this discourse, showing you the reasonableness of this motion of Divine providence in the sufferance of since and Sinners, p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-j av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9687 so much sin and so many sinners; so much since and so many Sinners; av d n1 cc av d n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9688 notwithstanding the opposition that sin hath to the honour and glory of God, and to the purity and holiness of the Divine being: notwithstanding the opposition that since hath to the honour and glory of God, and to the purity and holiness of the Divine being: p-acp dt n1 cst n1 vhz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9689 nothing remains as to this discourse, but to consider how this may be useful to us. nothing remains as to this discourse, but to Consider how this may be useful to us. pix vvz a-acp p-acp d n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi c-crq d vmb vbi j p-acp pno12. (42) sermon (DIV3) 958 Page 494
9690 Ʋse 1. In the first place, Let me appeal now to the reason of every one that hears me, Ʋse 1. In the First place, Let me appeal now to the reason of every one that hears me, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd cst vvz pno11, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9691 whether God in the sufferance of Sin and sinners, doth not act consonantly to the wisdom of the Divine being. whither God in the sufferance of since and Sinners, does not act consonantly to the Wisdom of the Divine being. cs np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, vdz xx vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9692 It is nothing but our ignorance, and inconsiderateness, that can be any temptation to us to have any derogatory thoughts of God, It is nothing but our ignorance, and inconsiderateness, that can be any temptation to us to have any derogatory thoughts of God, pn31 vbz pix p-acp po12 n1, cc n1, cst vmb vbi d n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vhi d n-jn n2 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9693 for these motions of his providence; God doth all his own works in infinite wisdom; for these motions of his providence; God does all his own works in infinite Wisdom; p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1; np1 vdz d po31 d n2 p-acp j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9694 and it is in infinite wisdom, that he suffereth sinful men to walk in their own ways. and it is in infinite Wisdom, that he suffers sinful men to walk in their own ways. cc pn31 vbz p-acp j n1, cst pns31 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9695 What though he be an holy God? This will indeed conclude, that himself cannot be tempted, What though he be an holy God? This will indeed conclude, that himself cannot be tempted, q-crq cs pns31 vbb dt j np1? d vmb av vvi, cst px31 vmbx vbi vvn, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 494
9696 and that he tempteth no man, but it will not argue that he may not suffer any one to be tempted, that is, and that he tempts no man, but it will not argue that he may not suffer any one to be tempted, that is, cc cst pns31 vvz dx n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb xx vvi cst pns31 vmb xx vvi d pi pc-acp vbi vvn, cst vbz, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9697 as the Apostle James expoundeth it, drawn away by his own lusts, and enticed. as the Apostle James expoundeth it, drawn away by his own Lustiest, and enticed. c-acp dt n1 np1 vvz pn31, vvn av p-acp po31 d n2, cc vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9698 What though he hath a power to put a period to sin every moment, yet certainly God is not obliged to do all that he can do, What though he hath a power to put a Period to sin every moment, yet Certainly God is not obliged to do all that he can do, r-crq c-acp pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1, av av-j np1 vbz xx vvn pc-acp vdi d cst pns31 vmb vdi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9699 but his power (as ours also is) is governed as to the exercise of it by his will. but his power (as ours also is) is governed as to the exercise of it by his will. cc-acp po31 n1 (c-acp png12 av vbz) vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9700 What though sin dishonoureth God, and impeacheth his glory, he knoweth how to vindicate himself, What though since Dishonors God, and impeacheth his glory, he Knoweth how to vindicate himself, q-crq cs n1 vvz np1, cc vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi px31, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9701 and to recompense himself as to his glory, and that many ways, from the sins of men. and to recompense himself as to his glory, and that many ways, from the Sins of men. cc pc-acp vvi px31 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc cst d n2, p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9702 True it is, that it is from the lusts and wickedness of sinners hearts that so much sin is committed in the world, True it is, that it is from the Lustiest and wickedness of Sinners hearts that so much since is committed in the world, j pn31 vbz, cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f n2 n2 cst av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9703 yet it is also from the sufferance and permission of Divine Providence. God being directed by his own infinite wisdom to govern the world in this method, yet it is also from the sufferance and permission of Divine Providence. God being directed by his own infinite Wisdom to govern the world in this method, av pn31 vbz av p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. np1 vbg vvn p-acp po31 d j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9704 and thus to make a difference betwixt Earth and Heaven; so to order it, that hereby the vessels of wrath may be fitted for destruction, and thus to make a difference betwixt Earth and Heaven; so to order it, that hereby the vessels of wrath may be fitted for destruction, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; av pc-acp vvi pn31, cst av dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9705 and his chosen ones by many tribulations occasioned generally from the sins, and sinners suffered in the world, may be prepared for the Kingdom of God. and his chosen ones by many tribulations occasioned generally from the Sins, and Sinners suffered in the world, may be prepared for the Kingdom of God. cc po31 j-vvn pi2 p-acp d n2 vvn av-j p-acp dt n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9706 O the height and depth of Divine wisdom? How unsearchable are Divine judgments, how are the ways of God past our finding out? Oh the height and depth of Divine Wisdom? How unsearchable Are Divine Judgments, how Are the ways of God passed our finding out? uh dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1? q-crq j vbr j-jn n2, q-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 vvg av? (42) sermon (DIV3) 959 Page 496
9707 Ʋse 2. But (in the second place) let every one take heed of taking any occasion from this discourse, to give himself a liberty to sin. Ʋse 2. But (in the second place) let every one take heed of taking any occasion from this discourse, to give himself a liberty to since. j crd p-acp (p-acp dt ord n1) vvb d crd vvb n1 pp-f vvg d n1 p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1 p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9708 This is the Apostles reflexion upon this, he foresaw the ill conclusion which corrupt hearts, would draw from these premises; therefore adds, Rom. 6.1. What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? God forbid: This is the Apostles reflection upon this, he foresaw the ill conclusion which corrupt hearts, would draw from these premises; Therefore adds, Rom. 6.1. What shall we say then? Shall we continue in since that grace may abound? God forbid: d vbz dt np1 n1 p-acp d, pns31 vvd dt j-jn n1 r-crq j n2, vmd vvi p-acp d n2; av vvz, np1 crd. q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av? vmb pns12 vvb p-acp n1 cst n1 vmb vvi? np1 vvb: (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9709 he makes it his business in that Chapter to shew that no gracious justified Soul can do so. he makes it his business in that Chapter to show that no gracious justified Soul can do so. pns31 vvz pn31 po31 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cst dx j vvn n1 vmb vdi av. (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9710 How (saith he) can they that are dead to sin live any longer therein? So again, Rom. 3. v. 7 ▪ He foresaw that some would say, if the truth of God hath more abounded through my lye, How (Says he) can they that Are dead to sin live any longer therein? So again, Rom. 3. v. 7 ▪ He foresaw that Some would say, if the truth of God hath more abounded through my lie, c-crq (vvz pns31) vmb pns32 cst vbr j pc-acp vvi vvi d av-jc av? av av, np1 crd n1 crd ▪ pns31 vvd cst d vmd vvi, cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dc vvn p-acp po11 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9711 why then am I judged as a sinner? Such thoughts are ready to rise up in our hearts, why then am I judged as a sinner? Such thoughts Are ready to rise up in our hearts, uh-crq av vbm pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1? d n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp po12 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9712 why am I blamed for sinning if God hath glory from my Sns? Or why should I be judged as a sinner, why am I blamed for sinning if God hath glory from my Sns? Or why should I be judged as a sinner, q-crq vbm pns11 vvn p-acp vvg cs np1 vhz n1 p-acp po11 n2? cc q-crq vmd pns11 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9713 if the aboundings of sin, advantage, and make way for the aboundings of grace? Surely God •hen cannot so severely revenge himself upon me for sin. if the aboundings of since, advantage, and make Way for the aboundings of grace? Surely God •hen cannot so severely revenge himself upon me for since. cs dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, n1, cc vvi n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1? np1 np1 av vmbx av av-j vvi px31 p-acp pno11 p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9714 To restrain such wild thoughts, as these from entring, or prevailing in any of your Souls, let me offer some few things to your consideration. To restrain such wild thoughts, as these from entering, or prevailing in any of your Souls, let me offer Some few things to your consideration. p-acp vvi d j n2, c-acp d p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp d pp-f po22 n2, vvb pno11 vvi d d n2 p-acp po22 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 960 Page 496
9715 1. Consider first, if any good come by sin, to the particular soul that sinneth, it must be from the abounding of gra•e. 1. Consider First, if any good come by since, to the particular soul that Sinneth, it must be from the abounding of gra•e. crd np1 ord, cs d j vvb p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 cst vvz, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt vvg pp-f n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 496
9716 Sin doth not of it self, or from any particular affection or disposition in it, do any soul good; since does not of it self, or from any particular affection or disposition in it, do any soul good; n1 vdz xx pp-f pn31 n1, cc p-acp d j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, vdb d n1 j; (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9717 God indeed sometimes turns it for good, so that a soul may say, it is good for me, that God suffered me to fall into such a sin. God indeed sometime turns it for good, so that a soul may say, it is good for me, that God suffered me to fallen into such a since. np1 av av vvz pn31 p-acp j, av cst dt n1 vmb vvi, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11, cst np1 vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9718 Sin in its own nature tendeth to nothing, but the ruine and eternal destruction of a Soul: since in its own nature tendeth to nothing, but the ruin and Eternal destruction of a Soul: n1 p-acp po31 d n1 vvz p-acp pix, cc-acp dt n1 cc j n1 pp-f dt n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9719 it must be from the aboundings of grace, if any good come to the soul from sin; it must be from the aboundings of grace, if any good come to the soul from since; pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, cs d j vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9720 the aboundings of Divine grace in the free pardon, and forgiveness of sin; the aboundings of Divine grace in the free pardon, and forgiveness of since; dt n2-vvg pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9721 or the aboundings of grace in the infusion of gracious habits, by which the soul is made more broken-hearted, more humble in the sense of sin, more watchful against it for the time to come, or the aboundings of grace in the infusion of gracious habits, by which the soul is made more brokenhearted, more humble in the sense of since, more watchful against it for the time to come, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-dc j, av-dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-dc j p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9722 and careful to avoid all temptations to it. and careful to avoid all temptations to it. cc j pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9723 The wages of sin is death, and the work of sin tendeth to death, to debauch, and to debase a soul. The wages of since is death, and the work of since tendeth to death, to debauch, and to debase a soul. dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9724 If a sinner getteth to eternal Life, it is through the gift of God; If a sinner gets to Eternal Life, it is through the gift of God; cs dt n1 vvz p-acp j n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9725 if by reason of his former sinfulness, he now loves God more, and be more zealous for God, if by reason of his former sinfulness, he now loves God more, and be more zealous for God, cs p-acp n1 pp-f po31 j n1, pns31 av vvz np1 av-dc, cc vbi av-dc j p-acp np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9726 and more afraid to offend God, all this is of grace, and grace is free. Now reason teacheth every man, not wilfully to run upon his own ruine, in hope that he shall experience the kindness of a friend in such a ruined estate. and more afraid to offend God, all this is of grace, and grace is free. Now reason Teaches every man, not wilfully to run upon his own ruin, in hope that he shall experience the kindness of a friend in such a ruined estate. cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi np1, d d vbz pp-f n1, cc n1 vbz j. av n1 vvz d n1, xx av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp n1 cst pns31 vmb n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d dt j-vvn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9727 Who will hang himself, that his friend may shew him kindness to cut the halter? or commit Treason against his Prince, to give him occasion to pardon him? We use to account it no prudence to lye at the mercy of another, either as to our lives, estates, or reputations. Who will hang himself, that his friend may show him kindness to Cut the halter? or commit Treason against his Prince, to give him occasion to pardon him? We use to account it no prudence to lie At the mercy of Another, either as to our lives, estates, or reputations. q-crq vmb vvi px31, cst po31 n1 vmb vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? cc vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31? pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31 dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, av-d c-acp p-acp po12 n2, n2, cc n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9728 Who will give away his estate, that the charity of his friends may appear in relieving him? The mercies of God are indeed beyond the mercies of men; Who will give away his estate, that the charity of his Friends may appear in relieving him? The Mercies of God Are indeed beyond the Mercies of men; q-crq vmb vvi av po31 n1, cst dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmb vvi p-acp vvg pno31? dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9729 but as infinite as they are, presumptuous sinners have no reason to lean upon them. Oh, consider sinner, that it must be through grace, if thou ere be saved. but as infinite as they Are, presumptuous Sinners have no reason to lean upon them. O, Consider sinner, that it must be through grace, if thou ere be saved. cc-acp c-acp j c-acp pns32 vbr, j n2 vhb dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. uh, vvb n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1, cs pns21 p-acp vbi vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9730 And though where sin hath abounded, God sometimes doth make grace to abound; yet it is not thy wisdom to sin that grace may abound. And though where since hath abounded, God sometime does make grace to abound; yet it is not thy Wisdom to sin that grace may abound. cc cs c-crq n1 vhz vvn, np1 av vdz vvi n1 pc-acp vvi; av pn31 vbz xx po21 n1 p-acp vvb cst n1 vmb vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 961 Page 497
9731 1. Because Grace, pardoning grace, doth not abound towards all in whom the aboundings of sin are found: 1. Because Grace, pardoning grace, does not abound towards all in whom the aboundings of since Are found: crd p-acp vvb, vvg n1, vdz xx vvi p-acp d p-acp ro-crq dt n2-vvg pp-f n1 vbr vvn: (42) sermon (DIV3) 962 Page 497
9732 grace aboundeth but to some that have sinned. grace Aboundeth but to Some that have sinned. n1 vvz p-acp p-acp d cst vhb vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 962 Page 497
9733 How knowest thou (seeing grace is nothing else but love acting freely ) that it shall abound towards thee? If it doth not, thou perishest for ever: How Knowest thou (seeing grace is nothing Else but love acting freely) that it shall abound towards thee? If it does not, thou perishest for ever: q-crq vv2 pns21 (vvg n1 vbz pix av cc-acp vvb vvg av-j) cst pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno21? cs pn31 vdz xx, pns21 vv2 p-acp av: (42) sermon (DIV3) 962 Page 497
9734 that it shall, thou dost not know. Thousands sin, towards whom grace never aboundeth in the pardon of their sins. that it shall, thou dost not know. Thousands since, towards whom grace never Aboundeth in the pardon of their Sins. cst pn31 vmb, pns21 vd2 xx vvi. crd n1, p-acp ro-crq n1 av-x vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 962 Page 497
9735 2. Because presumptuous sinning, is as great a block as it is possible for thee to lay in the way of Divine grace. 2. Because presumptuous sinning, is as great a block as it is possible for thee to lay in the Way of Divine grace. crd p-acp j vvg, vbz a-acp j dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 963 Page 497
9736 The soul that doth ought presumptuously, the same reproacheth the Lord, and hath broken his commandment, that soul shall be cut off from his people: The soul that does ought presumptuously, the same Reproacheth the Lord, and hath broken his Commandment, that soul shall be Cut off from his people: dt n1 cst vdz pi av-j, dt d vvz dt n1, cc vhz vvn po31 n1, cst n1 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 963 Page 498
9737 because he hath despised the word of the Lord, and hath broken his commandment; that soul shall be utterly cut off, his iniquity shall be upon him, Numb. 15.30. Because he hath despised the word of the Lord, and hath broken his Commandment; that soul shall be utterly Cut off, his iniquity shall be upon him, Numb. 15.30. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vhz vvn po31 n1; d n1 vmb vbi av-j vvn a-acp, po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp pno31, j. crd. (42) sermon (DIV3) 963 Page 498
9738 Now what soul can possibly sin presumptuously, if he doth not, who saith in his heart, I will sin that grace may abound? Now what soul can possibly sin presumptuously, if he does not, who Says in his heart, I will sin that grace may abound? av q-crq n1 vmb av-j vvi av-j, cs pns31 vdz xx, r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 vmb vvi? (42) sermon (DIV3) 963 Page 498
9739 Cons. 2. Secondly, Consider, duty is never to be measured by the event of our actions, Cons. 2. Secondly, Consider, duty is never to be measured by the event of our actions, np1 crd ord, vvb, n1 vbz av-x pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9740 but by the rule of our actions. but by the Rule of our actions. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9741 If thou sinnest thou breakest the Law of the Lord, thou violatest his commandment, and despisest his word. Sin in it self is an inordinate action, and therefore to be avoided; If thou Sinnest thou breakest the Law of the Lord, thou violatest his Commandment, and Despisest his word. since in it self is an inordinate actium, and Therefore to be avoided; cs pns21 vv2 pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns21 vv2 po31 n1, cc vv2 po31 n1. n1 p-acp pn31 n1 vbz dt j n1, cc av pc-acp vbi vvn; (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9742 though the Providence of God ordereth these actions very often, both to his own glory, and for the particular good of sinners: though the Providence of God Ordereth these actions very often, both to his own glory, and for the particular good of Sinners: cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d n2 av av, av-d p-acp po31 d n1, cc p-acp dt j j pp-f n2: (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9743 we are to measure our actions by the Divine rule, and by that to square them, not from the event of them which Divine Grace and Power maketh. we Are to measure our actions by the Divine Rule, and by that to square them, not from the event of them which Divine Grace and Power makes. pns12 vbr pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp d pc-acp vvi pno32, xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb n1 cc n1 vvz. (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9744 Certainly, thou wilt say that Judas, and Pontius Pilate, and Herod, and the rest of those who were in a confederacy against the life of Christ, were all exceeding guilty before God, Certainly, thou wilt say that Judas, and Pontius Pilate, and Herod, and the rest of those who were in a confederacy against the life of christ, were all exceeding guilty before God, av-j, pns21 vm2 vvi cst np1, cc np1 np1, cc np1, cc dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbdr p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbdr d j-vvg j p-acp np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9745 and will, some of them, in the great day, most righteously be turned into Hell, for crucifying him who was the Lord of life; and will, Some of them, in the great day, most righteously be turned into Hell, for crucifying him who was the Lord of life; cc vmb, d pp-f pno32, p-acp dt j n1, av-ds av-j vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvg pno31 r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9746 though God used their action, as a means to procure the expiation, and atonement of the World: thousands shall be saved by the effusion of that blood, though God used their actium, as a means to procure the expiation, and atonement of the World: thousands shall be saved by the effusion of that blood, cs np1 vvd po32 n1, c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1: crd vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9747 for the spilling of which yet they will be damned. What though God will suffer sin to abound, that his Grace may much more abound; for the spilling of which yet they will be damned. What though God will suffer since to abound, that his Grace may much more abound; p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq av pns32 vmb vbi vvn. q-crq cs np1 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n1 vmb av-d av-dc vvi; (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9748 yet this is no license for thee to suffer sin to abound, thou art to guide thy action by the Divine rule. yet this is no license for thee to suffer since to abound, thou art to guide thy actium by the Divine Rule. av d vbz dx n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, pns21 vb2r pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9749 God governeth his by his own infinite Wisdom, God makes the best of thy bad market; God Governs his by his own infinite Wisdom, God makes the best of thy bad market; np1 vvz po31 p-acp po31 d j n1, np1 vvz dt js pp-f po21 j n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9750 but yet it is thy concern to make the best market thou canst, both for thy own soul, but yet it is thy concern to make the best market thou Canst, both for thy own soul, cc-acp av pn31 vbz po21 vvi pc-acp vvi dt js n1 pns21 vm2, d p-acp po21 d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9751 and for the glory of God. and for the glory of God. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 964 Page 498
9752 Cons. 3. Thirdly. What if God may get himself glory, and may get himself glory from peoples sins; Cons. 3. Thirdly. What if God may get himself glory, and may get himself glory from peoples Sins; np1 crd ord. q-crq cs np1 vmb vvi px31 n1, cc vmb vvi px31 n1 p-acp ng1 n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 498
9753 yet this glory, 1. May be from others, not from thee. 2. It may be only a glory gotten upon thee. yet this glory, 1. May be from Others, not from thee. 2. It may be only a glory got upon thee. av d n1, crd vmb vbi p-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp pno21. crd pn31 vmb vbi av-j dt n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 498
9754 1. I say, first, possibly the glory which God will get from thy sins, shall be from others, not from thy self. 1. I say, First, possibly the glory which God will get from thy Sins, shall be from Others, not from thy self. crd pns11 vvb, ord, av-j dt n1 r-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n2, vmb vbi p-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp po21 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 498
9755 Many times, the sin which maketh the sinner worse, subjecting him to the wrath and vengeance of God, debauching and defiling his soul, makes others better; Many times, the since which makes the sinner Worse, subjecting him to the wrath and vengeance of God, debauching and defiling his soul, makes Others better; d n2, dt n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 av-jc, vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, vvg cc vvg po31 n1, vvz n2-jn j; (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 498
9756 so God hath a glory from his sin. so God hath a glory from his since. av np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 498
9757 The persecutor tries the faith and patience of the Saints, and is a means to help them to the Kingdom of Heaven, The persecutor tries the faith and patience of the Saints, and is a means to help them to the Kingdom of Heaven, dt n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2, cc vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9758 and so God hath glory from his sin; but it is from others, not from the sinner; and so God hath glory from his since; but it is from Others, not from the sinner; cc av np1 vhz n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n2-jn, xx p-acp dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9759 he in the mean time damneth, and destroyeth his own soul. 2. Possibly God will get himself glory upon thee, upon occasion of thy sin, he in the mean time damneth, and Destroyeth his own soul. 2. Possibly God will get himself glory upon thee, upon occasion of thy since, pns31 p-acp dt j n1 vvz, cc vvz po31 d n1. crd av-j np1 vmb vvi px31 n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp n1 pp-f po21 n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9760 as he said, I will get me honour upon Pharaoh: as he said, I will get me honour upon Pharaoh: c-acp pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 vvi p-acp np1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9761 That was by breaking him in pieces, by destroying both him and his Army in the Red Sea. This is small encouragement to thee to go on in sinning, That was by breaking him in Pieces, by destroying both him and his Army in the Read Sea. This is small encouragement to thee to go on in sinning, cst vbds p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp n2, p-acp vvg d pno31 cc po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 d vbz j n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp vvg, (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9762 because God will get glory from thy sins; Because God will get glory from thy Sins; c-acp np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp po21 n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9763 thou canst not assure thy self, that he will get himself the glory of his pardoning, or sanctifying grace from them. thou Canst not assure thy self, that he will get himself the glory of his pardoning, or sanctifying grace from them. pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi px31 dt n1 pp-f po31 vvg, cc j-vvg n1 p-acp pno32. (42) sermon (DIV3) 965 Page 499
9764 4. Wilt thou say, But if I may bring glory to God, I ought to do it, 4. Wilt thou say, But if I may bring glory to God, I ought to do it, crd vm2 pns21 vvi, cc-acp cs pns11 vmb vvi n1 p-acp np1, pns11 vmd pc-acp vdi pn31, (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9765 though it be by my damnation? Consider, That no man can in any sincerity, pretend to the willing of the glory of God by sinning. though it be by my damnation? Consider, That no man can in any sincerity, pretend to the willing of the glory of God by sinning. cs pn31 vbb p-acp po11 n1? np1, cst dx n1 vmb p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg. (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9766 The Reason is, because sin is directly opposite to Gods Glory. The Reason is, Because since is directly opposite to God's Glory. dt n1 vbz, c-acp n1 vbz av-j j-jn p-acp ng1 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9767 What sense is it to will the glory of God by dishonouring him? Sin is a thing, which of its own nature dishonoureth and reproacheth God. What sense is it to will the glory of God by Dishonoring him? since is a thing, which of its own nature Dishonors and Reproacheth God. q-crq n1 vbz pn31 pc-acp vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg pno31? n1 vbz dt n1, r-crq pp-f po31 d n1 vvz cc vvz np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9768 Canst thou pretend to design the honour and glory of God, by doing that which is directly contrary to it? It is a question, Canst thou pretend to Design the honour and glory of God, by doing that which is directly contrary to it? It is a question, vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp n1 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vdg d r-crq vbz av-j j-jn p-acp pn31? pn31 vbz dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9769 whether our reasonable natures will suffer us to will the glory of God in our own damnation? but it is impossible, that any should sincerely wish the glory of God, whither our reasonable nature's will suffer us to will the glory of God in our own damnation? but it is impossible, that any should sincerely wish the glory of God, cs po12 j n2 vmb vvi pno12 pc-acp vmb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 d n1? cc-acp pn31 vbz j, cst d vmd av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9770 and pursue this wish by wilful and presumptuous sinning. and pursue this wish by wilful and presumptuous sinning. cc vvb d n1 p-acp j cc j vvg. (42) sermon (DIV3) 966 Page 499
9771 Object. But still will the poor creature say, Why am I judged as a sinner? What reason hath God to condemn me for my sins, Object. But still will the poor creature say, Why am I judged as a sinner? What reason hath God to condemn me for my Sins, n1. p-acp av vmb dt j n1 vvi, uh-crq vbm pns11 vvn p-acp dt n1? q-crq n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp po11 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 967 Page 499
9772 if he getteth glory by them? if he gets glory by them? cs pns31 vvz n1 p-acp pno32? (42) sermon (DIV3) 967 Page 499
9773 Sol. 1. I answer, Because the judgment of God is a righteous judgment, he proceedeth against men according to their actions, Sol. 1. I answer, Because the judgement of God is a righteous judgement, he Proceedeth against men according to their actions, np1 crd pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1, pns31 vvz p-acp n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9774 and the merit of them, not according to the event of their actions, wisely ordered, besides, and the merit of them, not according to the event of their actions, wisely ordered, beside, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, xx vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, av-j vvn, a-acp, (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9775 and beyond their natural tendency to the glory of his own holy name: That the sinners works issue in the glory of God, is Gods work, not theirs; and beyond their natural tendency to the glory of his own holy name: That the Sinners works issue in the glory of God, is God's work, not theirs; cc p-acp po32 j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d j n1: cst dt n2 vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz ng1 n1, xx png32; (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9776 and they can therefore expect no reward upon that account. and they can Therefore expect no reward upon that account. cc pns32 vmb av vvi dx n1 p-acp d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9777 Besides, the eventual necessity which the Providence of God puts upon things, doth by no means justifie the obliquity of the actions. Beside, the eventual necessity which the Providence of God puts upon things, does by no means justify the obliquity of the actions. p-acp, dt j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2, vdz p-acp dx n2 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9778 Our Saviour tells us, it must needs be, that offences come; but woe be to those by whom they come. Our Saviour tells us, it must needs be, that offences come; but woe be to those by whom they come. po12 n1 vvz pno12, pn31 vmb av vbi, cst n2 vvb; cc-acp n1 vbb p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb. (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9779 It must needs be that sin should be committed in the World: God hath determined to permit them, mens lusts hurry them into the commission of them; It must needs be that since should be committed in the World: God hath determined to permit them, men's Lustiest hurry them into the commission of them; pn31 vmb av vbi d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1: np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32, ng2 n2 vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 499
9780 Gods Providence must fetch him a great deal of glory from them; but yet, woe be to the sinner, without a timely repentance. God's Providence must fetch him a great deal of glory from them; but yet, woe be to the sinner, without a timely Repentance. npg1 n1 vmb vvi pno31 dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32; cc-acp av, n1 vbb p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 968 Page 500
9781 Ʋse. 3. In the last place, Doth God in infinite Wisdom (as you have heard) permit sin in the World, Ʋse. 3. In the last place, Does God in infinite Wisdom (as you have herd) permit since in the World, n1. crd p-acp dt ord n1, vdz np1 p-acp j n1 (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) vvi n1 p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 969 Page 500
9782 and that for the end that I have shewed you, that he might be glorified? Let us then make it our business, to make such uses of the sin that we see in the world, and that for the end that I have showed you, that he might be glorified? Let us then make it our business, to make such uses of the since that we see in the world, cc cst p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst pns31 vmd vbi vvn? vvb pno12 av vvi pn31 po12 n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f dt n1 cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 969 Page 500
9783 and the sins our selves have committed in the world, as by occasion of them God may be more glorified by us. and the Sins our selves have committed in the world, as by occasion of them God may be more glorified by us. cc dt n2 po12 n2 vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f pno32 np1 vmb vbi av-dc vvn p-acp pno12. (42) sermon (DIV3) 969 Page 500
9784 If you ask me how this may be, it may easily be gathered from my preceding discourse; If you ask me how this may be, it may Easily be gathered from my preceding discourse; cs pn22 vvb pno11 c-crq d vmb vbi, pn31 vmb av-j vbi vvn p-acp po11 j-vvg n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 969 Page 500
9785 but yet for the sake of those who are of meaner capacity, let me in this branch of Application recapitulate a little, 1. For the sins of others which we see permitted in the World. but yet for the sake of those who Are of meaner capacity, let me in this branch of Application recapitulate a little, 1. For the Sins of Others which we see permitted in the World. cc-acp av c-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq vbr pp-f jc n1, vvb pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvb dt j, crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn r-crq pns12 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 969 Page 500
9786 1. Let us be quickened upon the view of them to adore the patience, and long-suffering of God. 1. Let us be quickened upon the view of them to adore the patience, and long-suffering of God. crd vvb pno12 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc j pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9787 Dost thou hear a wretch curse and blaspheme, and profane the great and dreadful name of God, Dost thou hear a wretch curse and Blaspheme, and profane the great and dreadful name of God, vd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 n1 cc vvi, cc vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9788 and defie the God of Heaven, challenging his own damnation? and doest thou see God suffering him to live from year to year, and defy the God of Heaven, challenging his own damnation? and dost thou see God suffering him to live from year to year, cc vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg po31 d n1? cc vd2 pns21 vvi np1 vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9789 and to go on in this course? Doest thou see another in the heighth of rage against the people of God, endeavouring if it were possible to root out all Religion, and to go on in this course? Dost thou see Another in the height of rage against the people of God, endeavouring if it were possible to root out all Religion, cc pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp d n1? vd2 pns21 vvi j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg cs pn31 vbdr j pc-acp vvi av d n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9790 and dayly devouring those that are more righteous than himself? Let it help thee to recognize the patience of God, do thou upon occasion of others profaneness and blasphemy, give God the glory of his patience. Let it make thee many a time reflect and say, O what a patient God is the God in whom I trust! and daily devouring those that Are more righteous than himself? Let it help thee to recognise the patience of God, do thou upon occasion of Others profaneness and blasphemy, give God the glory of his patience. Let it make thee many a time reflect and say, Oh what a patient God is the God in whom I trust! cc av-j vvg d cst vbr av-dc j cs n1? vvb pn31 vvi pno21 pc-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, vdb pns21 p-acp n1 pp-f n2-jn n1 cc n1, vvb np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. vvb pn31 vvi pno21 d dt n1 vvb cc vvi, uh r-crq dt j np1 vbz dt n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vvb! (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9791 he seeth these vile wretches, he could as easily crush them, as I with my foot can crush a worm; he sees these vile wretches, he could as Easily crush them, as I with my foot can crush a worm; pns31 vvz d j n2, pns31 vmd c-acp av-j vvi pno32, c-acp pns11 p-acp po11 n1 vmb vvi dt n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9792 yet he spareth them, and with much long suffering, endures the vessels of wrath fitted for Hell. yet he spares them, and with much long suffering, endures the vessels of wrath fitted for Hell. av pns31 vvz pno32, cc p-acp d j n1, vvz dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 970 Page 500
9793 2. Let the view of the sins of others which thou seest God permitting for his own wise ends, make thee adore the wisdom of God. 2. Let the view of the Sins of Others which thou See God permitting for his own wise ends, make thee adore the Wisdom of God. crd vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2-jn r-crq pns21 vv2 np1 vvg p-acp po31 d j n2, vvb pno21 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 971 Page 500
9794 Thou art posed to think what glory God can procure to himself, from the profaneness and blasphemy of wicked men; Thou art posed to think what glory God can procure to himself, from the profaneness and blasphemy of wicked men; pns21 vb2r vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 np1 vmb vvi p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j n2; (42) sermon (DIV3) 971 Page 500
9795 but God will certainly do it, and would never suffer their profaneness, if he did not know how to do it. but God will Certainly do it, and would never suffer their profaneness, if he did not know how to do it. cc-acp np1 vmb av-j vdi pn31, cc vmd av-x vvi po32 n1, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vdi pn31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 971 Page 500
9796 O! the infinite wisdom of God, that can make the wrath of man to praise him! OH! the infinite Wisdom of God, that can make the wrath of man to praise him! uh dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno31! (42) sermon (DIV3) 971 Page 500
9797 Let thy heart be affected with that meditation. Let thy heart be affected with that meditation. vvb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 971 Page 500
9798 3. Again, Doest thou see the world of sin that abounds, doest thou hear of prodigious lusts, blasphemies, cruelties, &c. which make thy soul tremble? Let God upon this occasion, have the glory of his free-mercy and grace towards thy soul. 3. Again, Dost thou see the world of since that abounds, dost thou hear of prodigious Lustiest, Blasphemies, cruelties, etc. which make thy soul tremble? Let God upon this occasion, have the glory of his Free-mercy and grace towards thy soul. crd av, vd2 pns21 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz, vd2 pns21 vvi pp-f j n2, n2, n2, av r-crq vvb po21 n1 vvi? vvb np1 p-acp d n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp po21 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9799 Bless God that he hath given thee another spirit. Bless God that he hath given thee Another Spirit. vvb np1 cst pns31 vhz vvn pno21 j-jn n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9800 Say, Lord, why was not I as one of these? I had the same seed of sin in me, my heart was as full of original lust and corruption as theirs? Oh! what reason have I to adore the free grace of God, that I am not as this beastly drunkard, Say, Lord, why was not I as one of these? I had the same seed of since in me, my heart was as full of original lust and corruption as theirs? Oh! what reason have I to adore the free grace of God, that I am not as this beastly drunkard, n1, n1, q-crq vbds xx pns11 p-acp crd pp-f d? pns11 vhd dt d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno11, po11 n1 vbds a-acp j pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp png32? uh q-crq n1 vhb pns11 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns11 vbm xx p-acp d j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9801 as this unclean wretch, as this monstrous blasphemer! as this unclean wretch, as this monstrous blasphemer! c-acp d j n1, c-acp d j n1! (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9802 If it had not been for free and rich grace, I had been as bad as they: If it had not been for free and rich grace, I had been as bad as they: cs pn31 vhd xx vbn p-acp j cc j n1, pns11 vhd vbn a-acp j c-acp pns32: (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9803 It is that which made me to differ. It is that which made me to differ. pn31 vbz d r-crq vvd pno11 pc-acp vvi. (42) sermon (DIV3) 972 Page 501
9804 2. But let God have glory from us upon the occasion of his so long suffering us to walk in our own ways. 2. But let God have glory from us upon the occasion of his so long suffering us to walk in our own ways. crd cc-acp vvb np1 vhb n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 av av-j vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 d n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 973 Page 501
9805 Now that may be many ways, let me a little particularly direct here also. Now that may be many ways, let me a little particularly Direct Here also. av cst vmb vbi d n2, vvb pno11 dt j av-j vvi av av. (42) sermon (DIV3) 973 Page 501
9806 1. Let it make thee live in a dayly admiration of free-grace, both in pardoning thy former guilt, 1. Let it make thee live in a daily admiration of Free grace, both in pardoning thy former guilt, crd vvb pn31 vvi pno21 vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp vvg po21 j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9807 and in renewing, and changing thy heart. and in renewing, and changing thy heart. cc p-acp vvg, cc vvg po21 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9808 This, this is a work not for a rapture, not for an hour, or a day; but for eternity. This, this is a work not for a rapture, not for an hour, or a day; but for eternity. d, d vbz dt n1 xx p-acp dt n1, xx p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1; cc-acp p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9809 It will doubtless be a great piece of our work when we come to Heaven, to cry salvation to our God and to the Lamb. It will doubtless be a great piece of our work when we come to Heaven, to cry salvation to our God and to the Lamb. pn31 vmb av-j vbi dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1 c-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po12 n1 cc p-acp dt n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9810 Blessing, and glory, and honour, and wisdom, and thanksgiving be to the Lord for ever and ever. Blessing, and glory, and honour, and Wisdom, and thanksgiving be to the Lord for ever and ever. n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1 vbb p-acp dt n1 c-acp av cc av. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9811 It should be much of our work upon the earth, if we have either obtained the sense of the pardon of our sins, It should be much of our work upon the earth, if we have either obtained the sense of the pardon of our Sins, pn31 vmd vbi d pp-f po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vhb av-d vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9812 or a good hope through grace: or a good hope through grace: cc dt j n1 p-acp n1: (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9813 you shall find St. Paul beginning most of his Epistles with such a blessing of God. O you redeemed of the Lord, you that are come out of a state of deep guilt, you can never think, you shall find Saint Paul beginning most of his Epistles with such a blessing of God. Oh you redeemed of the Lord, you that Are come out of a state of deep guilt, you can never think, pn22 vmb vvi n1 np1 vvg ds pp-f po31 n2 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1. uh pn22 vvd pp-f dt n1, pn22 cst vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pn22 vmb av-x vvi, (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9815 It is a great work of God, and he doth his great works, that they may be had in remembrance. It is a great work of God, and he does his great works, that they may be had in remembrance. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc pns31 vdz po31 j n2, cst pns32 vmb vbi vhn p-acp n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9816 Let God have some glory from thee, for pardoning those sins by which he hath been much dishonoured by thee; Let God have Some glory from thee, for pardoning those Sins by which he hath been much dishonoured by thee; vvb np1 vhb d n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp vvg d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vbn av-d vvn p-acp pno21; (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9817 and as for his pardoning, so for his sanctifying grace. Admire God, bless God upon the view of thy former hard heart, profane and unclean spirit; say, Ah Lord! and as for his pardoning, so for his sanctifying grace. Admire God, bless God upon the view of thy former hard heart, profane and unclean Spirit; say, Ah Lord! cc c-acp p-acp po31 vvg, av p-acp po31 vvg n1. vvb np1, vvb np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 j j n1, j cc j n1; vvb, uh n1! (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9818 that ever such an Ethiopian as I was, should through grace change my skin, that ever such a rebellious spirit should be made obedient, such a profane wretch should ever have an heart toward Heaven; that ever such an Ethiopian as I was, should through grace change my skin, that ever such a rebellious Spirit should be made obedient, such a profane wretch should ever have an heart towards Heaven; cst av d dt jp c-acp pns11 vbds, vmd p-acp n1 vvi po11 n1, cst av d dt j n1 vmd vbi vvn j, d dt j n1 vmd av vhi dt n1 p-acp n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9819 that ever one that loved his lusts so well as I have done, should be taught of God to love him, that ever one that loved his Lustiest so well as I have done, should be taught of God to love him, cst av pi cst vvd po31 n2 av av c-acp pns11 vhb vdn, vmd vbi vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9820 and fear him, and delight in him! that a Saul should be amongst the Prophets! a Paul a persecutor, a blasphemer should be amongst the Apostles! and Fear him, and delight in him! that a Saul should be among the prophets! a Paul a persecutor, a blasphemer should be among the Apostles! cc vvb pno31, cc vvi p-acp pno31! d dt np1 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2! dt np1 dt n1, dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2! (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9821 a Mary Magdalen should wash her Lords feet, and be so humbled, as to wipe them with the hairs of her head! a Marry Magdalen should wash her lords feet, and be so humbled, as to wipe them with the hairs of her head! dt uh np1 vmd vvi po31 n2 n2, cc vbb av vvn, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1! (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9822 the offering up of these praises glorifieth God. the offering up of these praises Glorifieth God. dt n1 a-acp pp-f d n2 vvz np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 974 Page 501
9823 2. Let thy former sins make thee more abundant in penitential tears, and in confessions of thy sin unto God. 2. Let thy former Sins make thee more abundant in penitential tears, and in confessions of thy since unto God. crd vvb po21 j n2 vvb pno21 av-dc j p-acp j n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp np1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 975 Page 502
9824 God delighteth to hear a soul acknowledg its iniquities, and take shame to it self. God delights to hear a soul acknowledge its iniquities, and take shame to it self. np1 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvi po31 n2, cc vvb n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 975 Page 502
9825 Let thy reflection upon thy former ways, make thee with Peter to weep bitterly, make thee go alone, Let thy reflection upon thy former ways, make thee with Peter to weep bitterly, make thee go alone, vvb po21 n1 p-acp po21 j n2, vvb pno21 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi av-j, vvb pno21 vvi av-j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 975 Page 502
9826 and confess thy sins unto him that hath forgiven them; and confess thy Sins unto him that hath forgiven them; cc vvb po21 n2 p-acp pno31 cst vhz vvn pno32; (42) sermon (DIV3) 975 Page 502
9827 the more vile thou makest and ownest thy self, the more thou glorifiest God, as a God of free grace, and infinite mercy. the more vile thou Makest and ownest thy self, the more thou glorifiest God, as a God of free grace, and infinite mercy. dt av-dc j pns21 vv2 cc vv2 po21 n1, dt av-dc pns21 vv2 np1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, cc j n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 975 Page 502
9828 3. Let thy former sins ingage thee to love God more. Hath much been forgiven thee, O love much: 3. Let thy former Sins engage thee to love God more. Hath much been forgiven thee, Oh love much: crd vvb po21 j n2 vvb pno21 p-acp vvb np1 av-dc. vhz d vbn vvn pno21, uh n1 av-d: (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9829 Say with thy self, O, I can never love God enough, I can never do enough for him. Say with thy self, Oh, I can never love God enough, I can never do enough for him. vvb p-acp po21 n1, uh, pns11 vmb av-x vvi np1 av-d, pns11 vmb av-x vdi d p-acp pno31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9830 I that have done so much against him, I that have been so profane, so vile, that have spent my youth and strength in the service of my base lusts and pleasures, I that have done so much against him, I that have been so profane, so vile, that have spent my youth and strength in the service of my base Lustiest and pleasures, pns11 cst vhb vdn av av-d p-acp pno31, pns11 cst vhb vbn av j, av j, cst vhb vvn po11 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 j n2 cc n2, (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9831 and am yet received to mercy at last; and am yet received to mercy At last; cc vbm av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp ord; (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9832 What shall I render unto the Lord? Let my burning love to God, and whatsoever beareth his image and superscription, make some amends for my burning lusts, which had consumed my poor soul, What shall I render unto the Lord? Let my burning love to God, and whatsoever bears his image and superscription, make Some amends for my burning Lustiest, which had consumed my poor soul, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp dt n1? vvb po11 j-vvg n1 p-acp np1, cc r-crq vvz po31 n1 cc n1, vvb d n2 p-acp po11 j-vvg n2, r-crq vhd vvn po11 j n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9833 if God had not mercifully quenched them. if God had not mercifully quenched them. cs np1 vhd xx av-j vvn pno32. (42) sermon (DIV3) 976 Page 502
9834 4. Let thy former sins, and thy reflections upon them, make thee to walk softly, and humbly, with God all the days of thy life. 4. Let thy former Sins, and thy reflections upon them, make thee to walk softly, and humbly, with God all the days of thy life. crd vvb po21 j n2, cc po21 n2 p-acp pno32, vvb pno21 p-acp vvb av-j, cc av-j, p-acp np1 d dt n2 pp-f po21 n1. (42) sermon (DIV3) 977 Page 502
9891 God in his eternal thoughts of love, hath decreed the effecting those things which we scandalize with the name of Evils: God in his Eternal thoughts of love, hath decreed the effecting those things which we scandalise with the name of Evils: np1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1, vhz vvn dt vvg d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9835 Doest thou find thy heart at any time begin to swell in an high opinion of thy self? Say, my soul, What hath a sinner to be proud on? what hast thou that hast been so filthy, Dost thou find thy heart At any time begin to swell in an high opinion of thy self? Say, my soul, What hath a sinner to be proud on? what hast thou that hast been so filthy, vd2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp d n1 vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1? n1, po11 n1, r-crq vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp? q-crq vh2 pns21 cst vh2 vbn av j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 977 Page 502
9836 so polluted to glory in? High thoughts become not one that hath been so dirty, so polluted to glory in? High thoughts become not one that hath been so dirty, av vvn p-acp n1 p-acp? j n2 vvb xx pi cst vhz vbn av j, (42) sermon (DIV3) 977 Page 502
9837 so polluted, and unclean as thou hast been. so polluted, and unclean as thou hast been. av vvn, cc j c-acp pns21 vh2 vbn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 977 Page 502
9838 5. Let your reflections upon your sins, bring forth that brood of graces which the Apostle mentioneth, 2 Cor. 7.11, Indignation, carefulness, fear, vehement desires, revenge; 5. Let your reflections upon your Sins, bring forth that brood of graces which the Apostle mentioneth, 2 Cor. 7.11, Indignation, carefulness, Fear, vehement Desires, revenge; crd vvb po22 n2 p-acp po22 n2, vvb av d n1 pp-f n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz, crd np1 crd, n1, n1, n1, j n2, n1; (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9839 Indignation at your selves for your former errors. Indignation At your selves for your former errors. n1 p-acp po22 n2 p-acp po22 j n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9840 Anger never hath a truer object, than when it is exercised upon our selves for our miscarriages. Anger never hath a truer Object, than when it is exercised upon our selves for our miscarriages. n1 av-x vhz dt jc n1, cs c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2. (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9841 Revenge, a revenge upon our selves, this doubtless lieth much in acts of mortification, and self denial; mens denying themselves in the lawful use of the liberty of those things which they had before smfully abused. Revenge, a revenge upon our selves, this doubtless lies much in acts of mortification, and self denial; men's denying themselves in the lawful use of the liberty of those things which they had before smfully abused. n1, dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, d av-j vvz d p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 n1; ng2 vvg px32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns32 vhd a-acp av-j vvn. (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9842 Fear, a fear of again salling into such remptations, as they had before been overcome with. fear, a Fear of again salling into such remptations, as they had before been overcome with. vvb, dt n1 pp-f av vvg p-acp d n2, c-acp pns32 vhd a-acp vbn vvn p-acp. (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9843 A Care in looking to your ways, and vehement desires in all things to please God, A Care in looking to your ways, and vehement Desires in all things to please God, dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp po22 n2, cc j n2 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi np1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9844 and to walk more perfectly before him. and to walk more perfectly before him. cc pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j p-acp pno31. (42) sermon (DIV3) 978 Page 502
9845 6. Finally, You shall make an improvement of your sins, if your reflexions upon your former sins, both of omission and commission, shall engage you to more frequent acts of homage to him, to be more in prayer, in praise, in hearing, &c. Thus it was with St. Paul, he reflected upon himself, as not meet to be called an Apostle, 6. Finally, You shall make an improvement of your Sins, if your reflexions upon your former Sins, both of omission and commission, shall engage you to more frequent acts of homage to him, to be more in prayer, in praise, in hearing, etc. Thus it was with Saint Paul, he reflected upon himself, as not meet to be called an Apostle, crd av-j, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, cs po22 n2 p-acp po22 j n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb vvi pn22 p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbi av-dc p-acp n1, p-acp vvb, p-acp vvg, av av pn31 vbds p-acp n1 np1, pns31 vvd p-acp px31, c-acp xx j pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1, (42) sermon (DIV3) 979 Page 503
9846 because he had persecuted the Church of Christ. But (saith he) by the grace of God I am that I am, Because he had persecuted the Church of christ. But (Says he) by the grace of God I am that I am, c-acp pns31 vhd vvn dt n1 pp-f np1. p-acp (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns11 vbm cst pns11 vbm, (42) sermon (DIV3) 979 Page 503
9847 and his grace bestowed on me was not in vain, but I laboured more abundantly, 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. and his grace bestowed on me was not in vain, but I laboured more abundantly, 1 Cor. 15.9, 10. cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno11 vbds xx p-acp j, cc-acp pns11 vvd av-dc av-j, vvn np1 crd, crd (42) sermon (DIV3) 979 Page 503
9848 SERMON XXXVIII. Job V. 6, 7. Although affliction cometh not out of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the ground: SERMON XXXVIII. Job V. 6, 7. Although affliction comes not out of the dust, neither does trouble spring out of the ground: n1 crd. np1 np1 crd, crd cs n1 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1, av-dx vdz vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 979 Page 503
9849 yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. av n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt n2 vvb av-j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 979 Page 503
9850 THe words which I have read to you, are the words of Eliphaz, the Temanite, unto his friend Job, who Chap. 3. had made so bitter a complaint of his afflictions: THe words which I have read to you, Are the words of Eliphaz, the Temanite, unto his friend Job, who Chap. 3. had made so bitter a complaint of his afflictions: dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, dt np1, p-acp po31 n1 n1, r-crq np1 crd vhd vvn av j dt n1 pp-f po31 n2: (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9851 whether he had this title from his Ancestors, as some think, Gen. 36.11. where we read of one Eliphaz (a descendent from Esau, who begat Teman), or from his Countrey (which I take to be most probable); for we read Jer. 49.7. whither he had this title from his Ancestors, as Some think, Gen. 36.11. where we read of one Eliphaz (a descendent from Esau, who begat Teman), or from his Country (which I take to be most probable); for we read Jer. 49.7. cs pns31 vhd d n1 p-acp po31 n2, c-acp d vvb, np1 crd. c-crq pns12 vvb pp-f crd np1 (dt j p-acp np1, r-crq vvd np1), cc p-acp po31 n1 (r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi av-ds j); c-acp pns12 vvb np1 crd. (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9852 concerning Edom, thus saith the Lord of Hosts, Is wisdom no more in Teman? Teman was certainly a City in the dominion of Edom, famous both for wise and valiant men, Concerning Edom, thus Says the Lord of Hosts, Is Wisdom no more in Teman? Teman was Certainly a city in the dominion of Edom, famous both for wise and valiant men, vvg np1, av vvz dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz n1 av-dx dc p-acp np1? np1 vbds av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j av-d p-acp j cc j n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9853 as you may learn from vers. 8. of the Prophecy of Obadiah; Shall I not in that day (saith the Lord) even destroy the wise-men out of Edom, as you may Learn from vers. 8. of the Prophecy of Obadiah; Shall I not in that day (Says the Lord) even destroy the Wise men out of Edom, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp zz. crd pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1; vmb pns11 xx p-acp d n1 (vvz dt n1) av vvi dt n2 av pp-f np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9854 and understanding out of the Mount of Esau, and thy mighty men, O Teman, shall be dismayed: It is not much material. and understanding out of the Mount of Esau, and thy mighty men, Oh Teman, shall be dismayed: It is not much material. cc vvg av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po21 j n2, uh np1, vmb vbi vvn: pn31 vbz xx d j-jn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9855 This Eliphaz in probability was an Edomite, an inhabitant of Teman, a friend of Job, who by appointment was come with the two others to visit Job, upon the report of his great affliction: This Eliphaz in probability was an Edomite, an inhabitant of Teman, a friend of Job, who by appointment was come with the two Others to visit Job, upon the report of his great affliction: d np1 p-acp n1 vbds dt np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq p-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt crd n2-jn p-acp n1 np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 503
9856 he began his discourse in the former Chapter, and continueth it in this. he began his discourse in the former Chapter, and Continueth it in this. pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp d. (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 504
9857 I shall not concern my self in the other part of Eliphaz his discourse, in the Verses which I have read to you, he seemeth to comfort Job from a twofold Consideration. I shall not concern my self in the other part of Eliphaz his discourse, in the Verses which I have read to you, he seems to Comfort Job from a twofold Consideration. pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22, pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 980 Page 504
9858 1. That the hand of God was in his affliction; 1. That the hand of God was in his affliction; crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds p-acp po31 n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 981 Page 504
9859 for that is implied, when he saith, Affliction cometh not out of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the ground. for that is implied, when he Says, Affliction comes not out of the dust, neither does trouble spring out of the ground. p-acp d vbz vvn, c-crq pns31 vvz, n1 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1, av-dx vdz vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 981 Page 504
9860 2. From the consideration of the fate of man. Man (saith he) is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. 2. From the consideration of the fate of man. Man (Says he) is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 (vvz pns31) vbz vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt n2 vvb av-j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 982 Page 504
9861 The Proposition of these two Verses, is plainly this: Prop. That God hath a great hand in all the evils that come upon us. The Proposition of these two Verses, is plainly this: Prop. That God hath a great hand in all the evils that come upon us. dt n1 pp-f d crd n2, vbz av-j d: np1 cst np1 vhz dt j n1 p-acp d dt n2-jn cst vvb p-acp pno12. (43) sermon (DIV3) 982 Page 504
9862 Man is born unto trouble, and it is as natural to him, as for the sparks to move upward, Man is born unto trouble, and it is as natural to him, as for the sparks to move upward, n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc pn31 vbz a-acp j p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi av-j, (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9863 and his afflictions come not out of the dust. and his afflictions come not out of the dust. cc po31 n2 vvb xx av pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9864 It is the observation of an Eminent Divine of our own (in his excellent commentary upon this Verse), that this is a Proverbial speech, and the sense of it, That affliction cometh not by chance or fortune; It is the observation of an Eminent Divine of our own (in his excellent commentary upon this Verse), that this is a Proverbial speech, and the sense of it, That affliction comes not by chance or fortune; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j j-jn pp-f po12 d (p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp d n1), cst d vbz dt np1 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31, cst n1 vvz xx p-acp n1 cc n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9865 and so the dust, and the ground in my Text stands opposed, 1. To God, and 2. To our selves. What if I should offer my thoughts, that it is an Eliptical speech, and much parallel to that, Psal. 75.6, 7. For promotion cometh neither from the East, and so the dust, and the ground in my Text Stands opposed, 1. To God, and 2. To our selves. What if I should offer my thoughts, that it is an Elliptical speech, and much parallel to that, Psalm 75.6, 7. For promotion comes neither from the East, cc av dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po11 n1 vvz vvn, crd p-acp np1, cc crd p-acp po12 n2. q-crq cs pns11 vmd vvi po11 n2, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1, cc d n1 p-acp d, np1 crd, crd p-acp n1 vvz av-d p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9866 nor from the West, nor from the South: But God is the Judg, he putteth down one, and setteth up another: nor from the West, nor from the South: But God is the Judge, he putteth down one, and sets up Another: ccx p-acp dt n1, ccx p-acp dt n1: cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1, pns31 vvz a-acp crd, cc vvz a-acp j-jn: (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9867 So here affliction springeth not out of the dust, nor trouble out of the ground, but God hath an hand in all; So Here affliction springs not out of the dust, nor trouble out of the ground, but God hath an hand in all; av av n1 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1, ccx vvi av pp-f dt n1, p-acp np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp d; (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9868 only this latter part is left to us to be understood. only this latter part is left to us to be understood. av-j d d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi vvn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9869 My present design will not lead me to consider how far man is felo de se and the author of his own evils, having the meritorious cause in his own soul; My present Design will not led me to Consider how Far man is Fellow de se and the author of his own evils, having the meritorious cause in his own soul; po11 j n1 vmb xx vvi pno11 pc-acp vvi c-crq av-j n1 vbz fw-la fw-la fw-la cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2-jn, vhg dt j n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9870 but I shall only discourse of God as the efficient cause, the other will fall in, but I shall only discourse of God as the efficient cause, the other will fallen in, cc-acp pns11 vmb av-j vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1, dt n-jn vmb vvi p-acp, (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9871 as that which moveth God to such an execution of Providence. Here are two branches in the Proposition. as that which moves God to such an execution of Providence. Here Are two branches in the Proposition. c-acp d r-crq vvz np1 p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1. av vbr crd n2 p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 983 Page 504
9873 it may be understood that he hath a right to it, as the sparks have by the Law of Creation, disposing and ordaining them to such a motion; it may be understood that he hath a right to it, as the sparks have by the Law of Creation, disposing and ordaining them to such a motion; pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst pns31 vhz dt j-jn p-acp pn31, c-acp dt n2 vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg cc vvg pno32 p-acp d dt n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 985 Page 504
9874 so man hath a legal right to trouble, by vertue of the first Covenant, In the day thou eatest thereof, thou shalt dye. so man hath a Legal right to trouble, by virtue of the First Covenant, In the day thou Eatest thereof, thou shalt die. av n1 vhz dt j n-jn pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pns21 vv2 av, pns21 vm2 vvi. (43) sermon (DIV3) 985 Page 504
9875 Now this man hath as a sinner depraved, and fallen from that Original rectitude in which God created him. 2. He hath a natural fitness and disposition to it, and is by his nature subjected to a variety of afflictions and troubles. As the sparks, by reason of their levity, have an aptness to move upward; Now this man hath as a sinner depraved, and fallen from that Original rectitude in which God created him. 2. He hath a natural fitness and disposition to it, and is by his nature subjected to a variety of afflictions and Troubles. As the sparks, by reason of their levity, have an aptness to move upward; av d n1 vhz p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc vvn p-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvd pno31. crd pns31 vhz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, cc vbz p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2. p-acp dt n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po32 n1, vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j; (43) sermon (DIV3) 985 Page 505
9876 so hath man through his natural constitution, ever since the crasis of his humours was impaired and spoiled upon the fall, a native fitness and disposition to receive impressions of affliction and trouble. so hath man through his natural constitution, ever since the crasis of his humours was impaired and spoiled upon the fallen, a native fitness and disposition to receive impressions of affliction and trouble. av vhz n1 p-acp po31 j n1, av c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vbds vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1, dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 985 Page 505
9877 2. That this trouble, these afflictions come not upon us by chance, but by the hand of God. 2. That this trouble, these afflictions come not upon us by chance, but by the hand of God. crd cst d vvi, d n2 vvb xx p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 986 Page 505
9878 It was the saying of a good Prophet, 2 Kings 6.33. This evil is of the Lord. It was the saying of a good Prophet, 2 Kings 6.33. This evil is of the Lord. pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, crd n2 crd. d j-jn vbz pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 986 Page 505
9879 The Prophet speaks of evils more generally, Amos 3.6. The Prophet speaks of evils more generally, Amos 3.6. dt n1 vvz pp-f n2-jn av-dc av-j, np1 crd. (43) sermon (DIV3) 986 Page 505
9880 Shall there be any evil in the City, and the Lord hath not done it? and vers. 5. Can a bird fall in a snare on the earth, where no gin is for him? And this is true of all species of penal evils, which we call troubles and afflictions, whether they fall upon our bodies or spirits, or in our estates, or from our relations, &c. The Question is, Quest. Shall there be any evil in the city, and the Lord hath not done it? and vers. 5. Can a bird fallen in a snare on the earth, where no gin is for him? And this is true of all species of penal evils, which we call Troubles and afflictions, whither they fallen upon our bodies or spirits, or in our estates, or from our relations, etc. The Question is, Quest. vmb a-acp vbi d n-jn p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 vhz xx vdn pn31? cc fw-la. crd vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, c-crq dx n1 vbz p-acp pno31? cc d vbz j pp-f d n2 pp-f j n2-jn, r-crq pns12 vvb n2 cc n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp po12 n2, av dt n1 vbz, n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 986 Page 505
9881 How this is consistent with the goodness and mercy of God? Can God be the Author of evil? Lam. 3.33, 34. He doth not afflict willingly, How this is consistent with the Goodness and mercy of God? Can God be the Author of evil? Lam. 3.33, 34. He does not afflict willingly, q-crq d vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? vmb np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f n-jn? np1 crd, crd pns31 vdz xx vvi av-j, (43) sermon (DIV3) 987 Page 505
9882 nor grieve the children of men to crush under his feet all the prisoners of the Earth. nor grieve the children of men to crush under his feet all the Prisoners of the Earth. ccx vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2 d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 987 Page 505
9883 Sol. The answer is very easie, there is an evil of sin; Sol. The answer is very easy, there is an evil of since; np1 dt n1 vbz av j, a-acp vbz dt n-jn pp-f n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 988 Page 505
9884 of this God cannot be the Author, he can neither be tempted with evil, nor tempt any man: of this God cannot be the Author, he can neither be tempted with evil, nor tempt any man: pp-f d np1 vmbx vbi dt n1, pns31 vmb av-dx vbi vvn p-acp n-jn, ccx vvb d n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 988 Page 505
9885 but there is an evil of punishment, indeed in it self not evil, as I shall shew more by and by. but there is an evil of punishment, indeed in it self not evil, as I shall show more by and by. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt j-jn pp-f n1, av p-acp pn31 n1 xx j-jn, c-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dc p-acp cc p-acp. (43) sermon (DIV3) 988 Page 505
9886 Of this none doubteth but God may be the Author, yea there is no evil of this nature in the City, which he hath not done. Of this none doubteth but God may be the Author, yea there is no evil of this nature in the city, which he hath not done. pp-f d pi vvz p-acp np1 vmb vbi dt n1, uh a-acp vbz dx j-jn pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhz xx vdn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 988 Page 505
9887 2. Nor is this at all inconsistent, either with the purity and holiness, or the mercy and goodness of God; 2. Nor is this At all inconsistent, either with the purity and holiness, or the mercy and Goodness of God; crd ccx vbz d p-acp d j, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1, cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9888 for, as I said before, these kind of evils are only nuncupatively so, and have no more evil in them, for, as I said before, these kind of evils Are only nuncupatively so, and have no more evil in them, p-acp, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, d n1 pp-f n2-jn vbr j av-j av, cc vhb dx av-dc j-jn p-acp pno32, (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9889 than as they are ingrateful to our pallats, and but nicknamed evils by us, following the fallible judgment of our senses. than as they Are ingrateful to our palates, and but nicknamed evils by us, following the fallible judgement of our Senses. cs c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp po12 n2, cc cc-acp vvn n2-jn p-acp pno12, vvg dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9892 Evils of punishment are good under a disguise, and we should not call them Evils, if sense did not cast a mist before our eyes. Evils of punishment Are good under a disguise, and we should not call them Evils, if sense did not cast a missed before our eyes. n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc pns12 vmd xx vvi pno32 n2-jn, cs n1 vdd xx vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9893 'Tis sense, deceivable sense, that both makes us call the real evils of sin good, and the real good things of afflictions, and troubles, evil. It's sense, deceivable sense, that both makes us call the real evils of since good, and the real good things of afflictions, and Troubles, evil. pn31|vbz n1, j n1, cst d vvz pno12 vvi dt j n2-jn pp-f n1 j, cc dt j j n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, j-jn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9894 When God once dispelleth this mist, and opens the eyes of the spiritual understanding, it sees after another manner, When God once dispelleth this missed, and Opens the eyes of the spiritual understanding, it sees After Another manner, c-crq np1 a-acp vvz d n1, cc vvz dt n2 pp-f dt j n1, pn31 vvz p-acp j-jn n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 505
9895 and it then crys out with David, Psal. 119.67. Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I have kept thy word. and it then cries out with David, Psalm 119.67. Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I have kept thy word. cc pn31 av vvz av p-acp np1, np1 crd. c-acp pns11 vbds vvn, pns11 vvd av, cc-acp av pns11 vhb vvn po21 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9896 Vers. 71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn thy statutes. Vers. 71. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might Learn thy statutes. np1 crd pn31 vbz j p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vhb vbn vvn, cst pns11 vmd vvi po21 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9897 Thus the child, when it comes to understanding, blesseth the rods and ferula's with which he was corrected; Thus the child, when it comes to understanding, Blesses the rods and ferula's with which he was corrected; av dt n1, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp n1, vvz dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbds vvn; (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9898 and which, when he was a child he deprecated, and would gladly have cut in pieces. and which, when he was a child he deprecated, and would gladly have Cut in Pieces. cc r-crq, c-crq pns31 vbds dt n1 pns31 vvd, cc vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9899 Let me shew you a little, that these things which we disgrace with the name of Evils, Let me show you a little, that these things which we disgrace with the name of Evils, vvb pno11 vvi pn22 dt j, cst d n2 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9900 and of which the holy and gracious God is not ashamed to be the Author; and of which the holy and gracious God is not ashamed to be the Author; cc pp-f r-crq dt j cc j np1 vbz xx j pc-acp vbi dt n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9901 are not Evils, but such as deserve a better name, and such good things as are some of the greatest goods the child of God meets with on this side of Heaven. Are not Evils, but such as deserve a better name, and such good things as Are Some of the greatest goods the child of God meets with on this side of Heaven. vbr xx n2-jn, cc-acp d c-acp vvi dt jc n1, cc d j n2 c-acp vbr d pp-f dt js n2-j dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9902 To this purpose we will consider them, To this purpose we will Consider them, p-acp d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno32, (43) sermon (DIV3) 989 Page 506
9903 1. As they contribute to the Predication of the Holiness and Justice of God, and the making him to be feared and adored in the world. 1. As they contribute to the Predication of the Holiness and justice of God, and the making him to be feared and adored in the world. crd c-acp pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc dt vvg pno31 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 990 Page 506
9904 2. As they many ways contribute to the happiness of those that shall be saved. 1. I say, first, as they predicate the glory of Gods Justice and Holiness. 2. As they many ways contribute to the happiness of those that shall be saved. 1. I say, First, as they predicate the glory of God's justice and Holiness. crd c-acp pns32 d n2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vmb vbi vvn. crd pns11 vvb, ord, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 991 Page 506
9905 Justice and Holiness are two eminent Attributes of the Divine Being, so essential unto it, as if he should not be just and holy, he could not be God. justice and Holiness Are two eminent Attributes of the Divine Being, so essential unto it, as if he should not be just and holy, he could not be God. n1 cc n1 vbr crd j n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, av j p-acp pn31, c-acp cs pns31 vmd xx vbi j cc j, pns31 vmd xx vbi np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9906 Now the Holiness and Justice of God could never be so known in the world, but for the afflictions, troubles, and punishments which are abroad in it; Now the Holiness and justice of God could never be so known in the world, but for the afflictions, Troubles, and punishments which Are abroad in it; av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmd av-x vbi av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 r-crq vbr av p-acp pn31; (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9907 God is infinitely removed from our senses, we can only read him in his word, and in his works. God is infinitely removed from our Senses, we can only read him in his word, and in his works. np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 n2, pns12 vmb av-j vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9908 The word of God evidenceth these two Attributes to us by faith, for the word is the object of faith, The word of God Evidenceth these two Attributes to us by faith, for the word is the Object of faith, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz d crd n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9909 and faith is the evidence of things not seen. and faith is the evidence of things not seen. cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9910 The word of God speaketh God a just and holy God, and therefore we believe it: The word of God speaks God a just and holy God, and Therefore we believe it: dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz np1 dt j cc j np1, cc av pns12 vvb pn31: (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9911 but as in a State, the Justice of the Magistrates would never be seen in making good Laws, but as in a State, the justice of the Magistrates would never be seen in making good Laws, cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2 vmd av-x vbi vvn p-acp vvg j n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9967 it is not enough that the holy spirit comes, and like a Painter adorneth the soul with its varieties of gracious habits; it is not enough that the holy Spirit comes, and like a Painter adorneth the soul with its varieties of gracious habits; pn31 vbz xx av-d cst dt j n1 vvz, cc av-j dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9912 and discoursing just things, if he never put them in execution; so neither should we ever have any demonstration of the Justice and Holiness of God, and discoursing just things, if he never put them in execution; so neither should we ever have any demonstration of the justice and Holiness of God, cc vvg j n2, cs pns31 av-x vvd pno32 p-acp n1; av d vmd pns12 av vhb d n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9913 if it were not for those afflictions and punishments of sinners, by which he declareth to the world his abhorrence of sin, if it were not for those afflictions and punishments of Sinners, by which he Declareth to the world his abhorrence of since, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 pp-f n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9914 and the exactness of his Justice. I remember the Apostle, Rom. 3.25. telleth us, That Christ was set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare Gods righteousness: and the exactness of his justice. I Remember the Apostle, Rom. 3.25. Telleth us, That christ was Set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare God's righteousness: cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. pns11 vvb dt n1, np1 crd. vvz pno12, cst np1 vbds vvn av pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi npg1 n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9915 and God being about to destroy Pharaoh, saith, I will get me honour upon Pharaoh. What honour? the honour of his Justice and Righteousness. and God being about to destroy Pharaoh, Says, I will get me honour upon Pharaoh. What honour? the honour of his justice and Righteousness. cc np1 vbg a-acp pc-acp vvi np1, vvz, pns11 vmb vvi pno11 vvi p-acp np1. q-crq n1? dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 506
9916 It is the great interest of God, to declare unto the world his Justice and Holiness; It is the great Interest of God, to declare unto the world his justice and Holiness; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 po31 n1 cc n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9917 How else should he have the revenue of his glory from these Attributes? Now I say, Evils of punishment are upon this account great goods, How Else should he have the revenue of his glory from these Attributes? Now I say, Evils of punishment Are upon this account great goods, c-crq av vmd pns31 vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2? av pns11 vvb, n2-jn pp-f n1 vbr p-acp d n1 j n2-j, (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9918 and were necessary, if they were causative of no other than this good. and were necessary, if they were causative of no other than this good. cc vbdr j, cs pns32 vbdr j pp-f dx n-jn cs d j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9919 If God obtained no more from them, than the Proclamation of his Holiness, and Predication of his Justice and Righteousness, yet this were enough: If God obtained no more from them, than the Proclamation of his Holiness, and Predication of his justice and Righteousness, yet this were enough: cs np1 vvd dx dc p-acp pno32, cs dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, av d vbdr av-d: (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9920 and thus much he gains from his punishment of the worst of men; and thus much he gains from his punishment of the worst of men; cc av av-d pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt js pp-f n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9921 if they be not made better by them, yet God is by them made more glorious, and declareth his righteousness. The argument is this: if they be not made better by them, yet God is by them made more glorious, and Declareth his righteousness. The argument is this: cs pns32 vbb xx vvn jc p-acp pno32, av np1 vbz p-acp pno32 vvd av-dc j, cc vvz po31 n1. dt n1 vbz d: (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9922 Those things cannot be evil, however we may miscall them, which immediately tend to make God more glorious in the eyes of the world: Those things cannot be evil, however we may miscall them, which immediately tend to make God more glorious in the eyes of the world: d n2 vmbx vbi j-jn, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi pno32, r-crq av-j vvb pc-acp vvi np1 av-dc j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9923 but this all Evils of punishment do, they speak God a pure and holy God, and a just and righteous God. but this all Evils of punishment do, they speak God a pure and holy God, and a just and righteous God. cc-acp d d n2-jn pp-f n1 vdb, pns32 vvb np1 dt j cc j np1, cc dt j cc j np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9924 But there is much more to be said than this is. 2. They very much contribute to the good of such as shall be saved. But there is much more to be said than this is. 2. They very much contribute to the good of such as shall be saved. p-acp pc-acp vbz d dc pc-acp vbi vvn cs d vbz. crd pns32 av av-d vvi p-acp dt j pp-f d c-acp vmb vbi vvn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 992 Page 507
9925 1. They contribute to make us better while we live here; and, 2. To make us eternally happy hereafter. 1. They contribute to make us better while we live Here; and, 2. To make us eternally happy hereafter. crd pns32 vvi pc-acp vvi pno12 av-jc cs pns12 vvb av; cc, crd p-acp vvi pno12 av-j j av. (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9926 It is only the foolish child that (as I said before) quarrelleth at the rods and ferula's that correct the wildness and wantonness of its youth. It is only the foolish child that (as I said before) quarrelleth At the rods and ferula's that correct the wildness and wantonness of its youth. pn31 vbz av-j dt j n1 cst (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vvz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 cst vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9927 The grown man blesseth God, and thanks his master for them: He that spareth the rod, saith Solomon, hateth the child: The grown man Blesses God, and thanks his master for them: He that spares the rod, Says Solomon, hates the child: dt j-vvn n1 vvz np1, cc vvz po31 n1 p-acp pno32: pns31 cst vvz dt n1, vvz np1, vvz dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9928 but he that loveth him, chasteneth him betimes, Prov. 13.24. and advising Parents, again saith, Prov. 23.13, 14. Withhold not correction from the child; but he that loves him, Chasteneth him betimes, Curae 13.24. and advising Parents, again Says, Curae 23.13, 14. Withhold not correction from the child; cc-acp pns31 cst vvz pno31, vvz pno31 av, np1 crd. cc vvg n2, av vvz, np1 crd, crd vvb xx n1 p-acp dt n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9929 for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not dye: thou shalt beat him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell. for if thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die: thou shalt beatrice him with the rod, and shalt deliver his soul from hell. c-acp cs pns21 vv2 pno31 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi: pns21 vm2 vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1, cc vm2 vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9968 but the Providence of God (especially as to some of them, who are of courser rougher constitutions,) must also come and hew, but the Providence of God (especially as to Some of them, who Are of courser rougher constitutions,) must also come and hew, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (av-j c-acp p-acp d pp-f pno32, r-crq vbr pp-f n1 jc n2,) vmb av vvi cc vvi, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9930 In short, 1. By afflictions, Souls ordained to life, are kept from hell. 2. By afflictions, such souls are fitted for the Kingdom of Heaven. In short, 1. By afflictions, Souls ordained to life, Are kept from hell. 2. By afflictions, such Souls Are fitted for the Kingdom of Heaven. p-acp j, crd p-acp n2, n2 vvn p-acp n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1. crd p-acp n2, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 993 Page 507
9931 1. I say, first, By afflictions, as by a divine sacred means, the souls of such as are ordained unto life, are saved from hell. 1. I say, First, By afflictions, as by a divine sacred means, the Souls of such as Are ordained unto life, Are saved from hell. crd pns11 vvb, ord, p-acp n2, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn j n2, dt n2 pp-f d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1, vbr vvn p-acp n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9932 If mans rod may be a means to such a blessed end, Gods rod will certainly do much more: If men rod may be a means to such a blessed end, God's rod will Certainly do much more: cs ng1 n1 vmb vbi dt n2 p-acp d dt j-vvn n1, ng1 n1 vmb av-j vdi d av-dc: (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9933 the rod and reproof give wisdom, Prov. 29.15. Solomon tells us, That foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of correction shall drive it far from him, Prov. 22.15. It is as true as to the Children of God, as it is with reference to the Children of men. the rod and reproof give Wisdom, Curae 29.15. Solomon tells us, That foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of correction shall drive it Far from him, Curae 22.15. It is as true as to the Children of God, as it is with Referente to the Children of men. dt n1 cc n1 vvb n1, np1 crd. np1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi pn31 av-j p-acp pno31, np1 crd. pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9934 Have not you observed a tender Mother, sometimes seeing a foolish child too busie with the fire, Have not you observed a tender Mother, sometime seeing a foolish child too busy with the fire, vhb xx pn22 vvn dt j n1, av vvg dt j n1 av j p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9935 or candle, taking the childs hand, or finger, and holding it so near, that it scalds, or candle, taking the child's hand, or finger, and holding it so near, that it scalds, cc n1, vvg dt ng1 n1, cc n1, cc vvg pn31 av av-j, cst pn31 vvz, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9936 or burns it self, so learning the burnt child to dread the fire? God hath never a child, or burns it self, so learning the burned child to dread the fire? God hath never a child, cc vvz pn31 n1, av vvg dt j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? np1 vhz av-x dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 507
9937 but is too too ready to be playing with hell-fire, playing over the hole of the Asp, and den of the Cockatrice. but is too too ready to be playing with hell-fire, playing over the hold of the Asp, and den of the Cockatrice. cc-acp vbz av av j pc-acp vbi vvg p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9938 God takes his childrens fingers, and scalds them a little with the fire of Hell in their Consciences, making them to be a continual terror, instead of a continual feast, God Takes his Children's fingers, and scalds them a little with the fire of Hell in their Consciences, making them to be a continual terror, instead of a continual feast, np1 vvz po31 ng2 n2, cc vvz pno32 dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, av pp-f dt j n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9939 or with the Candles of Afflictions and outward trials, and thus they are delivered from Hell. or with the Candles of Afflictions and outward trials, and thus they Are Delivered from Hell. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 cc j n2, cc av pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9940 Adam had never seen death, he had only heard of it in the threatning, in case he did eat of the Tree that stood in the midst of the Garden: Adam had never seen death, he had only herd of it in the threatening, in case he did eat of the Tree that stood in the midst of the Garden: np1 vhd av-x vvn n1, pns31 vhd av-j vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp dt j-vvg, p-acp n1 pns31 vdd vvi pp-f dt n1 cst vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9941 he put out his hand and took of the fruit, and did eat, his posterity shall now see and feel death; he put out his hand and took of the fruit, and did eat, his posterity shall now see and feel death; pns31 vvd av po31 n1 cc vvd pp-f dt n1, cc vdd vvi, po31 n1 vmb av vvi cc vvi n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9942 they shall be in deaths often, and have leisure to think, if the torments of the stone, or the gout be so great, what will the torments of Hell be? If I am not able to stand under the terrors of an affrighted Conscience for a few months, they shall be in death's often, and have leisure to think, if the torments of the stone, or the gout be so great, what will the torments of Hell be? If I am not able to stand under the terrors of an affrighted Conscience for a few months, pns32 vmb vbi p-acp n2 av, cc vhb n1 pc-acp vvi, cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 vbb av j, q-crq vmb dt n2 pp-f n1 vbi? cs pns11 vbm xx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 p-acp dt d n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9943 how shall I abide everlasting wrath? That so he may be more wary and afraid. how shall I abide everlasting wrath? That so he may be more wary and afraid. q-crq vmb pns11 vvi j n1? cst av pns31 vmb vbi av-dc j cc j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9944 Demonstrations of the truth of the word, have a great force with our unbelieving hearts. Demonstrations of the truth of the word, have a great force with our unbelieving hearts. n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhb dt j n1 p-acp po12 vvg n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9945 God hath therefore in infinite wisdom and goodness, so ordered it, that one while his people shall be in the fire of a Fever, another while in the darkness of a divine desertion. God hath Therefore in infinite Wisdom and Goodness, so ordered it, that one while his people shall be in the fire of a Fever, Another while in the darkness of a divine desertion. np1 vhz av p-acp j n1 cc n1, av vvn pn31, cst pi cs po31 n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9946 By the first they shall learn to conclude how hot the fire of Hell must be; By the First they shall Learn to conclude how hight the fire of Hell must be; p-acp dt ord pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi c-crq j dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi; (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9947 by the later, how dreadful that utter darkness shall be, which shall be the impenitent sinners portion: by the later, how dreadful that utter darkness shall be, which shall be the impenitent Sinners portion: p-acp dt jc, c-crq j d j n1 vmb vbi, r-crq vmb vbi dt j ng1 n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9969 and cut, and polish them, with varieties of trials and afflictions; and Cut, and polish them, with varieties of trials and afflictions; cc vvi, cc vvi pno32, p-acp n2 pp-f n2 cc n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9948 what it is to be forsaken of God for ever, upon the hearing that dreadful sentence, Depart from me you cursed, into everlasting burnings, prepared for the Devil and his Angels. what it is to be forsaken of God for ever, upon the hearing that dreadful sentence, Depart from me you cursed, into everlasting burnings, prepared for the devil and his Angels. r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1 p-acp av, p-acp dt n-vvg cst j n1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd, p-acp j n2, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9949 They shall sometimes find Satan at their right hand, to learn them what it is to be with the Devils to all eternity; They shall sometime find Satan At their right hand, to Learn them what it is to be with the Devils to all eternity; pns32 vmb av vvi np1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 r-crq pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9950 they shall sometimes want bread to eat, and water to quench their thirst, and left from thence to conclude, what the condition of a Dives is, that would in those flames be glad of a cup of cold water to cool his tongue: they shall sometime want bred to eat, and water to quench their thirst, and left from thence to conclude, what the condition of a Dives is, that would in those flames be glad of a cup of cold water to cool his tongue: pns32 vmb av vvi n1 pc-acp vvi, cc n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, cc vvd p-acp av pc-acp vvi, r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt vvz vbz, cst vmd p-acp d n2 vbb j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9951 they shall have extremities of pains for a little time in some particular joynts and limbs, they shall have extremities of pains for a little time in Some particular Joints and limbs, pns32 vmb vhi n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d j n2 cc n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9952 and thence gather what the torments of the whole body and soul must be for ever and ever; and thence gather what the torments of the Whole body and soul must be for ever and ever; cc av vvb r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vmb vbi p-acp av cc av; (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9953 when all the Vials of Divine wrath shall be poured out upon them. when all the Vials of Divine wrath shall be poured out upon them. c-crq d dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9954 I do not doubt, but many a soul in glory, is this day blessing God for its life of trials, pains and afflictions; I do not doubt, but many a soul in glory, is this day blessing God for its life of trials, pains and afflictions; pns11 vdb xx vvi, cc-acp d dt n1 p-acp n1, vbz d n1 n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n2, n2 cc n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9955 and could we hear them speak, they would tell us, they were beholden in a great measure, to the thousands of little hells, they suffered here, and could we hear them speak, they would tell us, they were beholden in a great measure, to the thousands of little Hells, they suffered Here, cc vmd pns12 vvi pno32 vvi, pns32 vmd vvi pno12, pns32 vbdr vvi p-acp dt j n1, p-acp dt crd pp-f j n2, pns32 vvd av, (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9956 for the Heaven to which they have crouded, through much tribulation, and waded through many waters of Marah, which they found it difficult (while they were in their delicate flesh) to drink of, because their tast was bitter. for the Heaven to which they have crowded, through much tribulation, and waded through many waters of Marah, which they found it difficult (while they were in their delicate Flesh) to drink of, Because their taste was bitter. p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn, p-acp d n1, cc vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f np1, r-crq pns32 vvd pn31 j (cs pns32 vbdr p-acp po32 j n1) pc-acp vvi pp-f, c-acp po32 n1 vbds j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 994 Page 508
9957 2. By afflictions and troubles the saints are fitted for the Kingdom of God. 2. By afflictions and Troubles the Saints Are fitted for the Kingdom of God. crd p-acp n2 cc n2 dt n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9958 They are such good things as accompany salvation, and make the heirs of salvation fit for the Kingdom of God. They Are such good things as accompany salvation, and make the Heirs of salvation fit for the Kingdom of God. pns32 vbr d j n2 p-acp vvi n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9959 We must be made meet for the inheritance of the saints in light before we come to it, Col. 1.12. and we are made so by afflictions in a great measure. We must be made meet for the inheritance of the Saints in Light before we come to it, Col. 1.12. and we Are made so by afflictions in a great measure. pns12 vmb vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp j c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp pn31, np1 crd. cc pns12 vbr vvn av p-acp n2 p-acp dt j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9960 Do you sometimes see some beautiful stones in a famous structure, shining with variety of Colours, Do you sometime see Some beautiful stones in a famous structure, shining with variety of Colours, vdb pn22 av vvi d j n2 p-acp dt j n1, vvg p-acp n1 pp-f n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9961 and adorning the places where they are? How came they (think you) by this beauty? were they only beholden to the Painter for an ingenious mixture, and adorning the places where they Are? How Come they (think you) by this beauty? were they only beholden to the Painter for an ingenious mixture, cc vvg dt n2 c-crq pns32 vbr? np1 vvd pns32 (vvb pn22) p-acp d n1? vbdr pns32 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9962 and laying on of colours? This would never have made them so without hewing, and smoothing, and polishing; and laying on of colours? This would never have made them so without hewing, and smoothing, and polishing; cc vvg a-acp pp-f n2? d vmd av-x vhi vvn pno32 av p-acp vvg, cc j-vvg, cc n-vvg; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9963 but both these together complete their beauty. The Stone-cutter first hews off their roughness and polisheth them; but both these together complete their beauty. The Stonecutter First hews off their roughness and polisheth them; cc-acp d d av j po32 n1. dt n1 ord vvz a-acp po32 n1 cc vvz pno32; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9964 then the Painter layeth his colours upon them. then the Painter Layeth his colours upon them. av dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9965 Amongst other expressions, by which the Scripture expresseth the blessed state of the saints, this is one promise, Rev. 3.12. I will make him that overcometh a pillar in the house of my God. among other expressions, by which the Scripture Expresses the blessed state of the Saints, this is one promise, Rev. 3.12. I will make him that Overcometh a pillar in the house of my God. p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n2, d vbz crd n1, n1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi pno31 cst vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9966 To make a Soul a Pillar, a beautiful glorious Pillar in the House of God; To make a Soul a Pillar, a beautiful glorious Pillar in the House of God; pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1, dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9970 and thus they become at last beautiful Pillars, beautiful for faith and patience, for self denial and meekness; and thus they become At last beautiful Pillars, beautiful for faith and patience, for self denial and meekness; cc av pns32 vvb p-acp ord j n2, j p-acp n1 cc n1, p-acp n1 n1 cc n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9971 strong to bear the cross, and submissive to the burthen of it. Thus by many tribulations they enter into the Kingdom of God; strong to bear the cross, and submissive to the burden of it. Thus by many tribulations they enter into the Kingdom of God; j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. av p-acp d n2 pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9972 by many tribulations, not only as the road to Heaven, the dark entry into that place of light, by many tribulations, not only as the road to Heaven, the dark entry into that place of Light, p-acp d n2, xx av-j c-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, dt j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9973 but as means fitting them for Heaven; Files, filing off that rust with which they could never enter in there. but as means fitting them for Heaven; Files, filing off that rust with which they could never enter in there. cc-acp c-acp n2 vvg pno32 p-acp n1; n2, vvg a-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vmd av-x vvi p-acp a-acp. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9974 Even the man according to Gods own heart confessed, that before he was afflicted, he went astray; Even the man according to God's own heart confessed, that before he was afflicted, he went astray; np1 dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1 vvd, cst c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vvd av; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9975 and that his afflictions had contributed to his learning of the Lords Statutes. We sillily call afflictions evils; and that his afflictions had contributed to his learning of the lords Statutes. We sillily call afflictions evils; cc d po31 n2 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt n2 n2. pns12 av-j vvb n2 n2-jn; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9976 but consider thy self (saith an acute Author) how often hast thou been made better by those things, those afflictions which thou defamest with the name of evils? Augustine lamented, that a Fever had corrected that lust in him, which the love of God, but Consider thy self (Says an acute Author) how often hast thou been made better by those things, those afflictions which thou defamest with the name of evils? Augustine lamented, that a Fever had corrected that lust in him, which the love of God, cc-acp vvb po21 n1 (vvz dt j n1) c-crq av vh2 pns21 vbn vvn av-jc p-acp d n2, d n2 r-crq pns21 vvd2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn? np1 vvn, cst dt n1 vhd vvn d n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9977 and the meditation of that could not extinguish. and the meditation of that could not extinguish. cc dt n1 pp-f cst vmd xx vvi. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9978 Certainly the same reason which forbids us to call that good which maketh us worse, will likewise restrain us from calling that evil which maketh us better. Certainly the same reason which forbids us to call that good which makes us Worse, will likewise restrain us from calling that evil which makes us better. av-j dt d n1 r-crq vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi d j r-crq vvz pno12 av-jc, vmb av vvi pno12 p-acp vvg d j-jn r-crq vv2 pno12 j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 509
9979 God doth ex dispendio naturae, parare compendium gratiae; God does ex dispendio naturae, parare compendium Gratiae; np1 vdz fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9980 (in the phrase of an ingenious Writer) he maketh the outward man decrease, that the inward man may by it increase: (in the phrase of an ingenious Writer) he makes the outward man decrease, that the inward man may by it increase: (p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1) pns31 vvz dt j n1 vvi, cst dt j n1 vmb p-acp pn31 vvi: (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9981 so that troubles and afflictions seem but Divine inventions to make the saints both more holy, and more happy. so that Troubles and afflictions seem but Divine Inventions to make the Saints both more holy, and more happy. av cst vvz cc n2 vvb p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi dt n2 d dc j, cc av-dc j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9982 How should we have lien grovelling on the earth, if God had not prepared us there a bed of thorns; How should we have lain groveling on the earth, if God had not prepared us there a Bed of thorns; q-crq vmd pns12 vhb vvn vvg p-acp dt n1, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pno12 pc-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9983 and lien always sucking at the worlds breasts, if God had not rubbed them with this wormwood? How often would the pitifully wanton heart of a good Christian have been priding it self at a Looking-glass, and lain always sucking At the world's breasts, if God had not rubbed them with this wormwood? How often would the pitifully wanton heart of a good Christian have been priding it self At a Looking-glass, cc vvn av vvg p-acp dt ng1 n2, cs np1 vhd xx vvn pno32 p-acp d n1? uh-crq av vmd av av-j j-jn n1 pp-f dt j np1 vhb vbn vvg pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9984 if God had not spoiled her smooth face with the Small Pox, or some other deforming disease? How often is the love and delight of a soul canton'd out to a Wife or an Husband, to a Child or a Friend; if God had not spoiled her smooth face with the Small Pox, or Some other deforming disease? How often is the love and delight of a soul cantoned out to a Wife or an Husband, to a Child or a Friend; cs np1 vhd xx vvn po31 j n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc d n-jn vvg n1? uh-crq av vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd av p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9985 and how little a share hath God of it, until he cuts off these suckers from the roots of our souls? How little time can a man or woman oft times find for Meditation or Prayer, and how little a share hath God of it, until he cuts off these suckers from the roots of our Souls? How little time can a man or woman oft times find for Meditation or Prayer, cc c-crq j dt n1 vhz n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp pns31 vvz a-acp d n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2? q-crq j n1 vmb dt n1 cc n1 av n2 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9986 for examining his heart, and reflecting upon his ways, till God shutteth him up in a Prison, in a sick Chamber, &c. that he hath nothing else to do? then he cries with the Church, Let us search and try our ways, for examining his heart, and reflecting upon his ways, till God shutteth him up in a Prison, in a sick Chamber, etc. that he hath nothing Else to do? then he cries with the Church, Let us search and try our ways, p-acp vvg po31 n1, cc vvg p-acp po31 n2, c-acp np1 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1, av cst pns31 vhz pix av pc-acp vdi? cs pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb pno12 vvi cc vvi po12 n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9987 and turn again to the Lord. and turn again to the Lord. cc vvb av p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9989 if God sometimes did not forget us? When should we be willing to entertain thoughts of a better life, of a more enduring substance, if God sometime did not forget us? When should we be willing to entertain thoughts of a better life, of a more enduring substance, cs np1 av vdd xx vvi pno12? q-crq vmd pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi n2 pp-f dt jc n1, pp-f dt av-dc j-vvg n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9990 if we always had full measures of the contentments of this life? The uncertainty we have of earthly riches, makes us look for the more enduring substance. if we always had full measures of the contentment's of this life? The uncertainty we have of earthly riches, makes us look for the more enduring substance. cs pns12 av vhd j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1? dt n1 pns12 vhb pp-f j n2, vvz pno12 vvi p-acp dt av-dc j-vvg n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9991 A banishment from our Country, or daily persecution and vexation in it, makes us think of, A banishment from our Country, or daily persecution and vexation in it, makes us think of, dt n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31, vvz pno12 vvi pp-f, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9992 and prepare for a better Country. By dying daily, we become willing to dye, and to be with Christ. and prepare for a better Country. By dying daily, we become willing to die, and to be with christ. cc vvi p-acp dt jc n1. p-acp vvg av-j, pns12 vvb j pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp np1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9993 If we did not see the gourds that refresh us, and keep the heats of the world from our heads, come up in a night, If we did not see the gourds that refresh us, and keep the heats of the world from our Heads, come up in a night, cs pns12 vdd xx vvi dt n2 cst vvb pno12, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9994 and go down by an East wind the next night, we should cry, it is good for us to be here, let us build us Tabernacles. and go down by an East wind the next night, we should cry, it is good for us to be Here, let us built us Tabernacles. cc vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 vvb dt ord n1, pns12 vmd vvi, pn31 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vbi av, vvb pno12 vvi pno12 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9995 We should be married to the world, and unwilling ever to think of a divorce, We should be married to the world, and unwilling ever to think of a divorce, pns12 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc j av pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9996 or a being married to Christ, if God did not sometimes let us experience that we had a lye in our right hand, were fond of a picture, and embraced a shadow. or a being married to christ, if God did not sometime let us experience that we had a lie in our right hand, were found of a picture, and embraced a shadow. cc av vbg vvn p-acp np1, cs np1 vdd xx av vvb pno12 n1 cst pns12 vhd dt n1 p-acp po12 j-jn n1, vbdr j pp-f dt n1, cc vvd dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9997 The Gaols, and prisons of the earth make the earth more bitter, and the liberty of the sons of God more sweet. The Gaols, and prisons of the earth make the earth more bitter, and the liberty of the Sons of God more sweet. dt n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvb dt n1 av-dc j, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 av-dc j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9998 The pains of the earth, and the labours of the world, make the rest of Heaven and the joys thereof more desirable. The pains of the earth, and the labours of the world, make the rest of Heaven and the Joys thereof more desirable. dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 cc dt n2 av av-dc j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
9999 Besides, that faith and patience are no Summer-graces: Beside, that faith and patience Are no Summer-graces: p-acp, cst n1 cc n1 vbr dx n2: (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 518
10000 if we should never have any Winters, when should they have any exercise? Tribulation worketh patience, if we should never have any Winter's, when should they have any exercise? Tribulation works patience, cs pns12 vmd av-x vhi d n2, q-crq vmd pns32 vhb d n1? n1 vvz n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10001 and the hour of trial is the time for its perfect work. and the hour of trial is the time for its perfect work. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10002 But this were almost an infinite Theme to discourse in its latitude, the variety of good which floweth to the souls of Gods people from afflictions and troubles; But this were almost an infinite Theme to discourse in its latitude, the variety of good which flows to the Souls of God's people from afflictions and Troubles; p-acp d vbdr av dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f j r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10003 they are by them tried, purged, made white; they Are by them tried, purged, made white; pns32 vbr p-acp pno32 vvd, vvn, vvd j-jn; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10004 they are by them made more holy and humble, all which good justly entituleth God to a being the Author of them; they Are by them made more holy and humble, all which good justly entitleth God to a being the Author of them; pns32 vbr p-acp pno32 vvd av-dc j cc j, d r-crq j av-j vvz np1 p-acp dt vbg dt n1 pp-f pno32; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10005 they do not only flow from his justice, as the just punishments of sin, but they are the noble effluxes of his goodness, they do not only flow from his Justice, as the just punishments of since, but they Are the noble Effluxes of his Goodness, pns32 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp po31 n1, c-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10006 and are so far from derogating from the glory of that, that they exceedingly tend to the commendation of it; and Are so Far from derogating from the glory of that, that they exceedingly tend to the commendation of it; cc vbr av av-j p-acp j-vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cst pns32 av-vvg vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10007 and we are mistaken in the notion of them when we call them evils, and make up the judgement meerly from sense, which indeed so nick-nameth them. and we Are mistaken in the notion of them when we call them evils, and make up the judgement merely from sense, which indeed so nicknameth them. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 n2-jn, cc vvi a-acp dt n1 av-j p-acp n1, r-crq av av j pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10008 I know indeed there is another Phaenomenon of difficulty here, and that is, how it can stand with the justice of God to punish his people for those sins for which he hath accepted a satisfaction from the Lord Jesus Christ, I know indeed there is Another Phaenomenon of difficulty Here, and that is, how it can stand with the Justice of God to Punish his people for those Sins for which he hath accepted a satisfaction from the Lord jesus christ, pns11 vvb av pc-acp vbz j-jn np1 pp-f n1 av, cc d vbz, c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10009 and given an acquittance in the actual justification of a sinner, and the forgiveness of his sins? but I have spoken to that before, and given an acquittance in the actual justification of a sinner, and the forgiveness of his Sins? but I have spoken to that before, cc vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn p-acp d a-acp, (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10010 when I spake to that Observation, That God with the afflictions of this life, doth often punish past, and pardoned sins. when I spoke to that Observation, That God with the afflictions of this life, does often Punish past, and pardoned Sins. c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp d n1, cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vdz av vvi j, cc vvd n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10011 I shall therefore pass on to the application of this discourse, which I shall dispatch in two words of exhortation. 1. To own God in all your troubles and afflictions. I shall Therefore pass on to the application of this discourse, which I shall dispatch in two words of exhortation. 1. To own God in all your Troubles and afflictions. pns11 vmb av vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1. crd p-acp d n1 p-acp d po22 n2 cc n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10012 The second shall be to study such an improvement of your afflictions, as instead of quarrelling at Divine Providence in these dispensations, you may see reason to bless God for them. The second shall be to study such an improvement of your afflictions, as instead of quarreling At Divine Providence in these dispensations, you may see reason to bless God for them. dt ord vmb vbi pc-acp vvi d dt n1 pp-f po22 n2, c-acp av pp-f vvg p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 995 Page 519
10013 Ʋse 1. In the first place, Doth not affliction spring out of the ground, nor trouble out of the dust? O then, in the day of your troubles look not only upon the ground, let not your eyes be meerly upon the dust. Ʋse 1. In the First place, Does not affliction spring out of the ground, nor trouble out of the dust? Oh then, in the day of your Troubles look not only upon the ground, let not your eyes be merely upon the dust. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vdz xx n1 vvi av pp-f dt n1, ccx vvi av pp-f dt n1? uh av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n2 vvb xx av-j p-acp dt n1, vvb xx po22 n2 vbb av-j p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10014 It is the silly Dog that runs after the stone that is thrown at him, and biteth that: It is the silly Dog that runs After the stone that is thrown At him, and bites that: pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvz d: (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10015 wiser creatures (such as man is) overlook that, and consider the hand that hurled it. Wiser creatures (such as man is) overlook that, and Consider the hand that hurled it. jc n2 (d c-acp n1 vbz) vvb d, cc vvb dt n1 cst vvd pn31. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10016 Afflictions of all sorts, are but stones out of the sling of Divine Providence, they are Gods messengers; Afflictions of all sorts, Are but stones out of the sling of Divine Providence, they Are God's messengers; n2 pp-f d n2, vbr cc-acp n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pns32 vbr n2 n2; (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10017 he saith to the Disease, go, and it goeth; come, and it cometh. Art thou sick? see the Lord calling for the disease that disordereth thee. he Says to the Disease, go, and it Goes; come, and it comes. Art thou sick? see the Lord calling for the disease that disordereth thee. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, vvb, cc pn31 vvz; vvb, cc pn31 vvz. vb2r pns21 j? vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 cst vvz pno21. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10018 Art thou reproached? see also this affliction not rising out of the dust. Shimei cursed David; Perhaps (saith David) God hath bidden him curse. Art thou reproached? see also this affliction not rising out of the dust. Shimei cursed David; Perhaps (Says David) God hath bidden him curse. vb2r pns21 vvn? vvb av d n1 xx vvg av pp-f dt n1. np1 j-vvn np1; av (vvz np1) n1 vhz vvn pno31 vvi. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10019 It is strange how much light to this purpose shone upon the Heathen. It is strange how much Light to this purpose shone upon the Heathen. pn31 vbz j c-crq d n1 p-acp d n1 vvd p-acp dt j-jn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 519
10020 I remember Virgil an heathen Poet, in the story of the taking of Troy, bringeth in Aeneas telling great stories of his valour, in that night Troy was taken: I Remember Virgil an heathen Poet, in the story of the taking of Troy, brings in Aeneas telling great stories of his valour, in that night Troy was taken: pns11 vvb np1 dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f np1, vvz p-acp np1 vvg j n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n1 np1 vbds vvn: (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10021 he tells us that he at last saw Helena the strumpet, for whom (as that fable goes) all that misery came upon that place, he tells us that he At last saw Helena the strumpet, for whom (as that fable Goes) all that misery Come upon that place, pns31 vvz pno12 cst pns31 p-acp ord vvd np1 dt n1, p-acp ro-crq (c-acp d n1 vvz) d cst n1 vvd p-acp d n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10022 and was about in his heart to kill her: two things the Poet representeth as hindring him. 1. That he should get no reputation by killing a woman: and was about in his heart to kill her: two things the Poet Representeth as hindering him. 1. That he should get no reputation by killing a woman: cc vbds a-acp p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31: crd n2 dt n1 vvz p-acp vvg pno31. crd cst pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp vvg dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10023 But a second was, his Mother Venus appeared to him, and tells him. But a second was, his Mother Venus appeared to him, and tells him. p-acp dt ord vbds, po31 n1 npg1 vvd p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10024 Non tibi Tyndaridis facies invisa Lacenae Culpatusve Pani, verum inclementia Divum Has evertit opes, sternitque a culmine Trojam. Non tibi Tyndaridis fancies Invisa Lacenae Culpatusve Pani, verum inclementia Divum Has Overturn opes, sternitque a culmine Trojan. fw-fr fw-la np1 ng2 fw-la np1 vvb np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la vhz j fw-la, fw-la dt fw-la fw-la. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10025 That he was not so much to blame Helena (the Grecian strumpet) nor Paris the Trojan adulterer, that by his fetching her from her Husband, a Nobleman of Greece, had given occasion to that war, That he was not so much to blame Helena (the Grecian strumpet) nor paris the Trojan adulterer, that by his fetching her from her Husband, a Nobleman of Greece, had given occasion to that war, cst pns31 vbds xx av av-d pc-acp vvi np1 (dt jp n1) ccx np1 dt jp n1, cst p-acp po31 vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f np1, vhd vvn n1 p-acp d n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10026 but the anger of the gods: (they were Heathens, that was their dialect) and then the Poet goes on, describing how Venus shewed her son Aeneas, Neptune o'returning the foundations of the walls with his Trident. Juno keeping the gates open, but the anger of the God's: (they were heathens, that was their dialect) and then the Poet Goes on, describing how Venus showed her son Aeneas, Neptune o'returning the foundations of the walls with his Trident. Juno keeping the gates open, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2: (pns32 vbdr n2-jn, cst vbds po32 n1) cc av dt n1 vvz a-acp, vvg c-crq npg1 vvd po31 n1 np1, np1 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp po31 n1 np1 vvg dt n2 j, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10027 and calling in the enemies her favourites from the Ships to invade the City, and Minerva in another place battering down the Towers, and calling in the enemies her favourites from the Ships to invade the city, and Minerva in Another place battering down the Towers, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 po31 n2 p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc np1 p-acp j-jn n1 vvg a-acp dt n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10028 and Jupiter himself putting valor into the Grecians. Even the Heathens by the light of nature understood their afflictions coming from a Divine hand. and Jupiter himself putting valour into the Greeks. Even the heathens by the Light of nature understood their afflictions coming from a Divine hand. cc np1 px31 vvg n1 p-acp dt njp2. av-j dt n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd po32 n2 vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10029 Certainly Christians that have the Scriptures should understand more. Art thou, or are thy relations sick? See God standing at thy beds head, Certainly Christians that have the Scriptures should understand more. Art thou, or Are thy relations sick? See God standing At thy Beds head, av-j np1 cst vhb dt n2 vmd vvi av-dc. vb2r pns21, cc vbr po21 n2 j? n1 np1 vvg p-acp po21 ng1 n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10030 and giving strength to thy disease: art thou in Prison, see the hand of God locking the prison door upon thee, and keeping thee in bonds: and giving strength to thy disease: art thou in Prison, see the hand of God locking the prison door upon thee, and keeping thee in bonds: cc vvg n1 p-acp po21 n1: vb2r pns21 p-acp n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg dt n1 n1 p-acp pno21, cc vvg pno21 p-acp n2: (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10031 could we do this, let me but instance in two or three excellent effects which would follow our recognizing God, could we do this, let me but instance in two or three excellent effects which would follow our recognizing God, vmd pns12 vdi d, vvb pno11 p-acp n1 p-acp crd cc crd j n2 r-crq vmd vvi po12 j-vvg np1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10032 as the Author of our afflictions. as the Author of our afflictions. c-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 996 Page 512
10033 1. It would restrain both our hands and tongues from all thoughts of private revenge upon instruments of evil to us. 1. It would restrain both our hands and tongues from all thoughts of private revenge upon Instruments of evil to us. crd pn31 vmd vvi d po12 n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j-jn p-acp pno12. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10034 O how ready, if any hath done us evil, are we to say, I will do unto him, as he hath done unto me. Oh how ready, if any hath done us evil, Are we to say, I will do unto him, as he hath done unto me. uh q-crq j, cs d vhz vdn pno12 n-jn, vbr pns12 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vdi p-acp pno31, c-acp pns31 vhz vdn p-acp pno11. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10035 How natural is a Lextalionis, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth, and an ill word for an ill word, How natural is a Lex talionis, an eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth, and an ill word for an ill word, c-crq j vbz dt np1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10036 and an ill turn for an ill turn. Indeed the Magistrate ought sometimes to give it; and an ill turn for an ill turn. Indeed the Magistrate ought sometime to give it; cc dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. np1 dt n1 vmd av pc-acp vvi pn31; (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10037 he is the Minister of God to revenge evil: he is the Minister of God to revenge evil: pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi j-jn: (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10038 but could we but say with David, perhaps God hath bid him curse, God hath bidden him to smite me with his tongue, but could we but say with David, perhaps God hath bid him curse, God hath bidden him to smite me with his tongue, cc-acp vmd pns12 p-acp vvi p-acp np1, av np1 vhz vvn pno31 vvi, np1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp po31 n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 512
10039 or with his fist of wickedness. or with his fist of wickedness. cc p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10040 We should leave vengeance to him, who hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it; We should leave vengeance to him, who hath said, Vengeance is mine, and I will repay it; pns12 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno31, r-crq vhz vvn, n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31; (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10041 I speak not this exclusively to any thing but thoughts of private revenge. I speak not this exclusively to any thing but thoughts of private revenge. pns11 vvb xx d av-j p-acp d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10042 It is lawful enough to seek for satisfaction for injuries done us in our names or estates, by the Magistrate, It is lawful enough to seek for satisfaction for injuries done us in our names or estates, by the Magistrate, pn31 vbz j av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n2 vdn pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10043 and according to the laws of the Nation in which we live. and according to the laws of the nation in which we live. cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10044 But I say, the consideration of the hand of God in all the evils that come upon us, should bridle our thoughts as to private revenge. But I say, the consideration of the hand of God in all the evils that come upon us, should bridle our thoughts as to private revenge. p-acp pns11 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2-jn cst vvb p-acp pno12, vmd vvi po12 n2 a-acp p-acp j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 997 Page 513
10045 2. A due consideration of this, would also stop our mouths as to all effluxes of impatience; could we but say concerning every evil that befalls us, this evil is of the Lord: 2. A due consideration of this, would also stop our mouths as to all Effluxes of impatience; could we but say Concerning every evil that befalls us, this evil is of the Lord: crd dt j-jn n1 pp-f d, vmd av vvb po12 n2 c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; vmd pns12 p-acp vvi vvg d n-jn cst vvz pno12, d n-jn vbz pp-f dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10046 we should presently think, Who shall say unto him what dost thou? It is the Lord (said that good man) let him do what seemeth him good: we should presently think, Who shall say unto him what dost thou? It is the Lord (said that good man) let him do what seems him good: pns12 vmd av-j vvi, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pno31 r-crq vd2 pns21? pn31 vbz dt n1 (vvd cst j n1) vvb pno31 vdi r-crq vvz pno31 j: (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10047 I held my peace (saith David) when I understood it was thy doing. I held my peace (Says David) when I understood it was thy doing. pns11 vvd po11 n1 (vvz np1) c-crq pns11 vvd pn31 vbds po21 vdg. (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10048 Indeed our rational nature is so far convinced of Gods soveraignty and justice, and right to do with his creatures (especially sinful creatures) what seemeth him good, that it is in some measure disposed to be silent before the Lord: Indeed our rational nature is so Far convinced of God's sovereignty and Justice, and right to do with his creatures (especially sinful creatures) what seems him good, that it is in Some measure disposed to be silent before the Lord: av po12 j n1 vbz av av-j vvn pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, cc av-jn pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 n2 (av-j j n2) r-crq vvz pno31 j, cst pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvn pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10049 but especially every renewed and sanctified nature, readily puts its mouth in the dust, and cries out, Why doth the living man complain, a man for the punishment of his sin? The justice of God, the wisdom, goodness and mercy of God stopeth his mouth. but especially every renewed and sanctified nature, readily puts its Mouth in the dust, and cries out, Why does the living man complain, a man for the punishment of his since? The Justice of God, the Wisdom, Goodness and mercy of God stopeth his Mouth. cc-acp av-j d vvn cc j-vvn n1, av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvz av, uh-crq vdz dt j-vvg n1 vvi, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz po31 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10050 'Tis true, we are but flesh, and the best of Gods people have their fits of impatience; It's true, we Are but Flesh, and the best of God's people have their fits of impatience; pn31|vbz j, pns12 vbr p-acp n1, cc dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vhb po32 n2 pp-f n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10051 Job (you know) had so; but Godly men will quickly come out of them, as Job did, Job 40.4. Behold (saith he) I am vile, what shall I answer? I will lay my hand upon my mouth: Job (you know) had so; but Godly men will quickly come out of them, as Job did, Job 40.4. Behold (Says he) I am vile, what shall I answer? I will lay my hand upon my Mouth: n1 (pn22 vvb) vhd av; cc-acp j n2 vmb av-j vvi av pp-f pno32, c-acp n1 vdd, np1 crd. vvb (vvz pns31) pns11 vbm j, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi? pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1: (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10052 once have I spoken, but I will not answer: twice, but I will proceed no further. once have I spoken, but I will not answer: twice, but I will proceed no further. c-acp vhb pns11 vvn, cc-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi: av, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc. (43) sermon (DIV3) 998 Page 513
10053 3. This would turn our eye (in the days of our afflictions) upon our hearts, and make men think of searching and trying their hearts, 3. This would turn our eye (in the days of our afflictions) upon our hearts, and make men think of searching and trying their hearts, crd d vmd vvi po12 n1 (p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2) p-acp po12 n2, cc vvi n2 vvi pp-f vvg cc vvg po32 n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10054 and turning again unto the Lord. and turning again unto the Lord. cc vvg av p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10055 While men think of their afflictions as springing out of the ground, and arising meerly from the dust, the natural accident of their frail bodys, which being dust, must be crumbled again to dust by such means, they only look to the Physician for a repair of their lapsed health; While men think of their afflictions as springing out of the ground, and arising merely from the dust, the natural accident of their frail bodies, which being dust, must be crumbled again to dust by such means, they only look to the physician for a repair of their lapsed health; cs n2 vvb pp-f po32 n2 p-acp vvg av pp-f dt n1, cc vvg av-j p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f po32 j n2, r-crq vbg n1, vmb vbi vvd av p-acp n1 p-acp d n2, pns32 av-j vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 vvn n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10056 while they only eye their troubles as arising from men, they look for nothing but a Buckler to defend themselves, while they only eye their Troubles as arising from men, they look for nothing but a Buckler to defend themselves, cs pns32 av-j vvb po32 n2 p-acp vvg p-acp n2, pns32 vvb p-acp pix cc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi px32, (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10057 or some cudgel to thresh their adversaries with, requiting them for the evil they have done them. or Some cudgel to thresh their Adversaries with, requiting them for the evil they have done them. cc d n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp, vvg pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pns32 vhb vdn pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10058 But when they come once to see God in their afflictions, and to look upon them as coming from a Divine hand, from the great God of Heaven and Earth, But when they come once to see God in their afflictions, and to look upon them as coming from a Divine hand, from the great God of Heaven and Earth, p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 c-acp vvg p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 513
10059 then they begin to smite upon their thighs, and to say, What have we done? Let this be therefore our business, of what kind soever our Affliction be. then they begin to smite upon their thighs, and to say, What have we done? Let this be Therefore our business, of what kind soever our Affliction be. cs pns32 vvb p-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi, q-crq vhb pns12 vdn? vvb d vbi av po12 n1, pp-f r-crq n1 av po12 n1 vbi. (43) sermon (DIV3) 999 Page 514
10060 Ʋse 2. In the second place, let not this only engage us to own God as the author of our evils of punishment, Ʋse 2. In the second place, let not this only engage us to own God as the author of our evils of punishment, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb xx d av-j vvb pno12 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-jn pp-f n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10061 but also to apply our selves unto God as to him who alone can help us in our times of trouble. Nature directs it; but also to apply our selves unto God as to him who alone can help us in our times of trouble. Nature directs it; cc-acp av p-acp vvb po12 n2 p-acp np1 a-acp p-acp pno31 r-crq av-j vmb vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f n1. n1 vvz pn31; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10095 and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob. Jonah did so, Jonah. 2.9. 3. But then remember to pay thy vows. and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob. Jonah did so, Jonah. 2.9. 3. But then Remember to pay thy vows. cc vvd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 vdd av, np1. crd. crd p-acp av vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1004 Page 516
10062 how ready are we in our bodily pains and afflictions to cry out — O God help me, &c. I remember the saying of our Divine English Poet. how ready Are we in our bodily pains and afflictions to cry out — Oh God help me, etc. I Remember the saying of our Divine English Poet. c-crq j vbr pns12 p-acp po12 j n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi av — uh np1 vvb pno11, av pns11 vvb dt n-vvg pp-f po12 j-jn jp n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10063 My heart did heave, and there came forth, My God; By which I knew that thou wert in the rod. My heart did heave, and there Come forth, My God; By which I knew that thou Wertenberg in the rod. po11 n1 vdd vvi, cc a-acp vvd av, po11 np1; p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd cst pns21 vbd2r p-acp dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10064 The word of God directeth it. Is any man afflicted, let him pray, saith the Apostle. The word of God directeth it. Is any man afflicted, let him pray, Says the Apostle. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pn31. vbz d n1 vvn, vvb pno31 vvi, vvz dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10065 Call upon me (saith God) in the day of trouble, and I will deliver thee and thou shalt praise me. This was the practice of the Saints in all times. Call upon me (Says God) in the day of trouble, and I will deliver thee and thou shalt praise me. This was the practice of the Saints in all times. vvb p-acp pno11 (vvz np1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns11 vmb vvi pno21 cc pns21 vm2 vvi pno11. d vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10066 It was Asa's fault in his Affliction, that he sought unto Physitians more than unto God; It was Asa's fault in his Affliction, that he sought unto Physicians more than unto God; pn31 vbds npg1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cst pns31 vvd p-acp n2 av-dc cs p-acp np1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10067 it is the condition upon which help, and deliverance is promised, be the species of the trial, and affliction what it will. it is the condition upon which help, and deliverance is promised, be the species of the trial, and affliction what it will. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq n1, cc n1 vbz vvn, vbb dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n1 r-crq pn31 vmb. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1000 Page 514
10068 Ʋse 3. In the last place, let us learn from hence, instead of quarrelling at Divine Providence and Justice in afflicting, so to behave our selves under our troubles, Ʋse 3. In the last place, let us Learn from hence, instead of quarreling At Divine Providence and justice in afflicting, so to behave our selves under our Troubles, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno12 vvi p-acp av, av pp-f vvg p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg, av pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10069 as we may see cause to bless God for them, and to admire Divine goodness in them. as we may see cause to bless God for them, and to admire Divine Goodness in them. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp pno32. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10070 Nazianzene telleth us a story of one Philagrius, who in his affliction brake out into this expression, Gratias ago tibi Pater! tuorum { que } hominum conditor, qui nos invitos, Nazianzene Telleth us a story of one Philagrius, who in his affliction brake out into this expression, Gratias ago tibi Pater! tuorum { que } hominum conditor, qui nos invitos, np1 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f crd np1, r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvd av p-acp d n1, fw-la av fw-la fw-la! fw-la { fw-fr } fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10071 & reluctantes beneficiis afficis, & per externum hominem purgas internum; & reluctantes Benefits afficis, & per externum hominem purgas Internal; cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10072 that is, I thank thee, O Father, and maker of man thy servant, for that thou dost us good against our wills, that is, I thank thee, Oh Father, and maker of man thy servant, for that thou dost us good against our wills, cst vbz, pns11 vvb pno21, uh n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 po21 n1, c-acp cst pns21 vd2 pno12 j p-acp po12 n2, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10073 and while we reluct to it and by the outward, purgest the inward man. and while we reluct to it and by the outward, purgest the inward man. cc cs pns12 vvn p-acp pn31 cc p-acp dt j, vv2 dt j n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10074 And I have read a remarkable passage of Plinius Secundus (an Heathen too, in an Epistle of his to Maximus ) The sickness of a friend (saith he) hath lately informed me, that we are best when we are weak for who is there, who while he is sick is covetous, or proud, or wanton, who then serveth his amours? who is ambitious? Then saith he a man remembreth that there is a God, And I have read a remarkable passage of Pliny Secundus (an Heathen too, in an Epistle of his to Maximus) The sickness of a friend (Says he) hath lately informed me, that we Are best when we Are weak for who is there, who while he is sick is covetous, or proud, or wanton, who then serves his amours? who is ambitious? Then Says he a man Remember that there is a God, cc pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f np1 np1 (dt j-jn av, p-acp dt n1 pp-f png31 p-acp fw-la) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 (vvz pns31) vhz av-j vvn pno11, cst pns12 vbr js c-crq pns12 vbr j p-acp r-crq vbz a-acp, r-crq cs pns31 vbz j vbz j, cc j, cc j-jn, r-crq av vvz po31 n2? q-crq vbz j? av vvz pns31 dt n1 vvz cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10075 and that he is but a man, then he admireth none, envieth none, despiseth none; then he neither heareth nor carrieth false tales. and that he is but a man, then he admireth none, Envieth none, despises none; then he neither hears nor Carrieth false tales. cc cst pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cs pns31 vvz pix, vvz pix, vvz pix; cs pns31 av-dx vvz ccx vvz j n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 514
10076 O (saith he) that we could be as well, when we are well as when we are sick. O (Says he) that we could be as well, when we Are well as when we Are sick. sy (vvz pns31) cst pns12 vmd vbi c-acp av, c-crq pns12 vbr av a-acp c-crq pns12 vbr j. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10077 This is that I could wish too. But the worst is, we are very religious, and innocent when we are in affliction, This is that I could wish too. But the worst is, we Are very religious, and innocent when we Are in affliction, d vbz cst pns11 vmd vvi av. p-acp dt js vbz, pns12 vbr av j, cc j-jn c-crq pns12 vbr p-acp n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10078 but when we are got out of the net we are as foolish, and wanton as before. but when we Are god out of the net we Are as foolish, and wanton as before. cc-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1 pns12 vbr a-acp j, cc j-jn c-acp a-acp. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10096 Vow, and pay unto the Lord your God, Psal. 76.11. Better you should not vow, than that you should forget to pay what you have vowed. Voelli, and pay unto the Lord your God, Psalm 76.11. Better you should not Voelli, than that you should forget to pay what you have vowed. vvb, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 po22 n1, np1 crd. j pn22 vmd xx vvi, cs cst pn22 vmd vvi pc-acp vvi r-crq pn22 vhb vvn. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1005 Page 516
10079 God by trouble and affliction for the time doth us good, Subtilissima ejus beneficia (saith an ingenious Author) Sponte dantur sed non sponte recipiuntur. God by trouble and affliction for the time does us good, Subtilissima His Benefices (Says an ingenious Author) Sponte dantur sed non sponte recipiuntur. np1 p-acp vvb cc n1 p-acp dt n1 vdz pno12 j, fw-la fw-la fw-la (vvz dt j n1) fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10080 But for the most part, that goodness proveth like a morning-dew. But in order to the improving trouble, But for the most part, that Goodness Proves like a Morning-dew. But in order to the improving trouble, cc-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1, cst n1 vvz av-j dt n1. cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10081 and affliction, let me only commend to you four things with which I shall shut up my discourse on this argument. and affliction, let me only commend to you four things with which I shall shut up my discourse on this argument. cc n1, vvb pno11 av-j vvi p-acp pn22 crd n2 p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp d n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1001 Page 515
10082 1. The first is Meditation. Affliction is a seasonable time for much Meditation. 1. The First is Meditation. Affliction is a seasonable time for much Meditation. crd dt ord vbz n1. n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10083 It is a fit time for thee to meditate wherefore it is that God contendeth with thee, Job 10.2. I will say unto God do not condemn me, shew me wherefore thou contendest with me. It is a fit time for thee to meditate Wherefore it is that God contendeth with thee, Job 10.2. I will say unto God do not condemn me, show me Wherefore thou Contendest with me. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vvz p-acp pno21, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vdb xx vvi pno11, vvb pno11 c-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp pno11. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10084 The time of affliction is a fit time, when man sits alone, and keepeth silence; The time of affliction is a fit time, when man sits alone, and Keepeth silence; dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1, c-crq n1 vvz av-j, cc vvz n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10085 and the noises and hurries of the World do not disturb him, to be thinking what he hath done, communing with his own heart upon his bed; and the noises and hurries of the World do not disturb him, to be thinking what he hath done, communing with his own heart upon his Bed; cc dt n2 cc vvz pp-f dt n1 vdb xx vvi pno31, pc-acp vbi vvg r-crq pns31 vhz vdn, vvg p-acp po31 d n1 p-acp po31 n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10086 and certainly this will have a good influence upon thee, if thy sickness will make thee avoid eating a dish of meat for the time to come; and Certainly this will have a good influence upon thee, if thy sickness will make thee avoid eating a dish of meat for the time to come; cc av-j d vmb vhi dt j n1 p-acp pno21, cs po21 n1 vmb vvi pno21 vvi vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10087 which appeareth to thee, the proximate cause of thy disease, surely it will lay some Law upon thee as to the favouring of such lusts, which appear to have been the more remote cause provoking God in that dispensation against thee. which appears to thee, the proximate cause of thy disease, surely it will lay Some Law upon thee as to the favouring of such Lustiest, which appear to have been the more remote cause provoking God in that Dispensation against thee. r-crq vvz p-acp pno21, dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1, av-j pn31 vmb vvi d n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq vvb pc-acp vhi vbn dt av-dc j n1 vvg np1 p-acp d n1 p-acp pno21. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10088 It is also a fit time for thee to meditate of the vanity of all the contentments of the world. It is also a fit time for thee to meditate of the vanity of all the contentment's of the world. pn31 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10089 Non domus & fundus non aeris acervus & auri, Aegroto domini deduxit corpore febrim. Experience then teacheth a man. Non domus & fundus non aeris Acervus & auri, Aegroto domini deduxit corpore febrim. Experience then Teaches a man. fw-fr fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. n1 av vvz dt n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1002 Page 515
10090 That Riches profit not in the day of wrath; That Riches profit not in the day of wrath; cst n2 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1003 Page 515
10091 all a mans house, and Land, and Gold, and Silver, will not relieve him in a Fever; all a men house, and Land, and Gold, and Silver, will not relieve him in a Fever; d dt ng1 n1, cc n1, cc n1, cc n1, vmb xx vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1; (43) sermon (DIV3) 1003 Page 515
10092 what a pitiful thing is beauty, or strength, which one fit of sickness depriveth us of, what a lamentable excrement is well set hair; which a cough turns into baldness? what vain things are fine clothes, which in sickness are exchanged for rags? It is a seasonable time also for thee to meditate of Divine goodness, what a mercy it is that the Rattle snake hath a rattle; The Tyger, another beast to give warning of 'tis being near? that thou hast diseases to put thee in remembrance of thy latter end? It is a fit time also for thee to meditate of the power of Divine wrath? what a pitiful thing is beauty, or strength, which one fit of sickness depriveth us of, what a lamentable excrement is well Set hair; which a cough turns into baldness? what vain things Are fine clothes, which in sickness Are exchanged for rags? It is a seasonable time also for thee to meditate of Divine Goodness, what a mercy it is that the Rattle snake hath a rattle; The Tiger, Another beast to give warning of it's being near? that thou hast diseases to put thee in remembrance of thy latter end? It is a fit time also for thee to meditate of the power of Divine wrath? r-crq dt j n1 vbz n1, cc n1, r-crq crd n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno12 pp-f, r-crq dt j n1 vbz av vvd n1; r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1? q-crq j n2 vbr j n2, r-crq p-acp n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2? pn31 vbz dt j n1 av p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq dt n1 pn31 vbz d dt vvi n1 vhz dt vvi; dt n1, j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pn31|vbz vbg j? cst pns21 vh2 n2 pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp n1 pp-f po21 d n1? pn31 vbz dt j n1 av p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1? (43) sermon (DIV3) 1003 Page 515
10093 2. Vow unto God in the day of thy trouble; Jacob did so, Gen. 28.20. So did David, Psal. 132.2. 2. Voelli unto God in the day of thy trouble; Jacob did so, Gen. 28.20. So did David, Psalm 132.2. crd vvb p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1; np1 vdd av, np1 crd. av vdd np1, np1 crd. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1004 Page 516
10094 Lord (saith the Psamist ) remember David and all his afflictions, how he sware unto the Lord, Lord (Says the Psalmist) Remember David and all his afflictions, how he sware unto the Lord, n1 (vvz dt n1) vvb np1 cc d po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n1, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1004 Page 516
10098 4. To this end (lastly) Pray that you may keep your sick bed impressions upon your hearts. 4. To this end (lastly) Pray that you may keep your sick Bed impressions upon your hearts. crd p-acp d n1 (ord) vvb cst pn22 vmb vvi po22 j n1 n2 p-acp po22 n2. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10099 In your troubles, you had thoughts of your eternal state upon your hearts, then you were thinking what you should do if you should be called to Gods judgment-seat. In your Troubles, you had thoughts of your Eternal state upon your hearts, then you were thinking what you should do if you should be called to God's judgment seat. p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vhd n2 pp-f po22 j n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs pn22 vbdr vvg r-crq pn22 vmd vdi cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10100 Then you were saying, If I live, I will be another man, I will keep Sabbaths better, be more in Prayer, more in reading, Then you were saying, If I live, I will be Another man, I will keep Sabbaths better, be more in Prayer, more in reading, cs pn22 vbdr vvg, cs pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb vbi j-jn n1, pns11 vmb vvi n2 av-jc, vbb av-dc p-acp n1, av-dc p-acp vvg, (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10101 and hearing the word, more watchful over my heart, more careful of my ways, more conscientious in my dealings, more strict in my Family. and hearing the word, more watchful over my heart, more careful of my ways, more conscientious in my dealings, more strict in my Family. cc vvg dt n1, av-dc j p-acp po11 n1, av-dc j pp-f po11 n2, av-dc j p-acp po11 n2-vvg, av-dc j p-acp po11 n1. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10102 If ever I recover, I will by the grace of God never be so worldly, so carnal as I have been: If ever I recover, I will by the grace of God never be so worldly, so carnal as I have been: cs av pns11 vvb, pns11 vmb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vbi av j, av j c-acp pns11 vhb vbn: (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10103 well thou art recovered, now pray that thou mayest fulfil thy vows, and that these impressions may not be off thy heart for ever. well thou art recovered, now pray that thou Mayest fulfil thy vows, and that these impressions may not be off thy heart for ever. av pns21 vb2r vvn, av vvb cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n2, cc cst d n2 vmb xx vbi a-acp po21 n1 c-acp av. (43) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 516
10104 SERMON XXXIX. Job 5.6, 7. Although Affliction cometh not forth of the dust, neither doth trouble spring out of the ground. SERMON XXXIX. Job 5.6, 7. Although Affliction comes not forth of the dust, neither does trouble spring out of the ground. n1 crd. np1 crd, crd cs n1 vvz xx av pp-f dt n1, av-dx vdz vvi n1 av pp-f dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1006 Page 517
10105 IS there any evil in the City, and I have not done it? (saith God by his prophet Amos. ) The interrogation is an undoubted Negation; Vain man would be wise, IS there any evil in the city, and I have not done it? (Says God by his Prophet Amos.) The interrogation is an undoubted Negation; Vain man would be wise, vbz a-acp d n-jn p-acp dt n1, cc pns11 vhb xx vdn pn31? (vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1 np1) dt n1 vbz dt j n1; j n1 vmd vbi j, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10106 though (saith Job ch. 11.12.) he be born like a wild Asses colt. though (Says Job changed. 11.12.) he be born like a wild Asses colt. cs (vvz np1 vvn. crd.) pns31 vbb vvn av-j dt j ng1 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10107 Hence it employeth it self in traducing the equal ways of God, as if they were unequal. Hence it employeth it self in traducing the equal ways of God, as if they were unequal. av pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp vvg dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10108 Hence he saith how can that God who is infinite in goodness, be the Author of evil? Is it good for him to oppress, to despise the work of his hands? Job 10.2. In my last discourse I shewed you that it was consistent enough with the goodness of God to be the Author of the evil of punishment. Hence he Says how can that God who is infinite in Goodness, be the Author of evil? Is it good for him to oppress, to despise the work of his hands? Job 10.2. In my last discourse I showed you that it was consistent enough with the Goodness of God to be the Author of the evil of punishment. av pns31 vvz c-crq vmb cst np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, vbb dt n1 pp-f n-jn? vbz pn31 j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n2? np1 crd. p-acp po11 ord n1 pns11 vvd pn22 cst pn31 vbds j av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10109 We look upon a staff in the water, and it appeareth to us crooked, when the fault is not in our staff, We look upon a staff in the water, and it appears to us crooked, when the fault is not in our staff, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 j, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po12 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10110 but only in the weakness and imperfection of our sight, and the unquietness of the water; but only in the weakness and imperfection of our sighed, and the unquietness of the water; cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10111 pull the staff out of the water, and look upon it by a due medium, and that is straight. pull the staff out of the water, and look upon it by a due medium, and that is straight. vvb dt n1 av pp-f dt n1, cc vvb p-acp pn31 p-acp dt j-jn fw-la, cc d vbz av. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10112 We look upon things with blood shotten Eyes, and they appear of strange colours but when our Eyes are rectified, We look upon things with blood shotten Eyes, and they appear of strange colours but when our Eyes Are rectified, pns12 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp n1 j n2, cc pns32 vvb pp-f j n2 cc-acp c-crq po12 n2 vbr vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10113 then we see them in their true and native colours. then we see them in their true and native colours. cs pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp po32 j cc j-jn n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10114 We look upon a star at a distance, and it appears to us as a spark, We look upon a star At a distance, and it appears to us as a spark, pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pn31 vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10115 or a very small body of light, when indeed it is a great Globe; or a very small body of Light, when indeed it is a great Globe; cc dt j j n1 pp-f n1, c-crq av pn31 vbz dt j n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10116 we see a little man standing by a Dwarf, or Pigmy, he appeares of a great stature to us, remove the little body from him, we see a little man standing by a Dwarf, or Pigmy, he appears of a great stature to us, remove the little body from him, pns12 vvb dt j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, cc n1, pns31 vvz pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno12, vvb dt j n1 p-acp pno31, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10117 and then you see his true dimensions. and then you see his true dimensions. cc cs pn22 vvb po31 j n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1007 Page 517
10118 1. Gods ways of Providence, as apprehended by our imperfect and weak reason, are seen like a staff in the water. 1. God's ways of Providence, as apprehended by our imperfect and weak reason, Are seen like a staff in the water. crd npg1 n2 pp-f n1, c-acp vvn p-acp po12 j cc j n1, vbr vvn av-j dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1008 Page 517
10119 The ways of God are right ways, but we have a very imperfect faculty of arguing, judging, and concluding; The ways of God Are right ways, but we have a very imperfect faculty of arguing, judging, and concluding; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j-jn n2, cc-acp pns12 vhb dt j j n1 pp-f vvg, vvg, cc vvg; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1008 Page 517
10120 and can see them no otherwise than our lapsed reason represents; this makes us call them crooked. and can see them no otherwise than our lapsed reason represents; this makes us call them crooked. cc vmb vvi pno32 dx av cs po12 vvn n1 vvz; d vvz pno12 vvi pno32 j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1008 Page 518
10121 2. Our hearts are also vitiated, and blood-shotten, with lust, prejudice and passion, and this makes the ways of God appear to us in strange colours; 2. Our hearts Are also vitiated, and bloodshotten, with lust, prejudice and passion, and this makes the ways of God appear to us in strange colours; crd po12 n2 vbr av vvd, cc j, p-acp n1, n1 cc n1, cc d vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1009 Page 518
10122 when once a Christian hath cleared his Eye-sight with Gods Eye-salve, then he seeth them as they are; when once a Christian hath cleared his Eyesight with God's Eyesalve, then he sees them as they Are; c-crq a-acp dt njp vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av pns31 vvz pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1009 Page 518
10123 and having quitted himself of lust and prejudice, he findeth no difficulty to conclude them holy, just, and good. and having quit himself of lust and prejudice, he finds no difficulty to conclude them holy, just, and good. cc vhg vvn px31 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns31 vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 j, j, cc j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1009 Page 518
10124 3. The wisdom of God in the ways of his Providence, is like the Sun or Moon in the firmament, which are vastly great bodies, 3. The Wisdom of God in the ways of his Providence, is like the Sun or Moon in the firmament, which Are vastly great bodies, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbz av-j dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbr av-j j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1010 Page 518
10125 but appear to us but small Globes, and full of spots, by reason of our distance from them. but appear to us but small Globes, and full of spots, by reason of our distance from them. cc-acp vvb p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2, cc j pp-f n2, p-acp n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1010 Page 518
10126 Who can by searching find out God? who can find out the Almighty to perfection? it is as high as Heaven, what canst thou do? deeper then Hell, what canst thou know? the measure thereof is broader then the Earth, Who can by searching find out God? who can find out the Almighty to perfection? it is as high as Heaven, what Canst thou do? Deeper then Hell, what Canst thou know? the measure thereof is Broader then the Earth, q-crq vmb p-acp vvg vvi av np1? q-crq vmb vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? jc-jn cs n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? dt n1 av vbz jc cs dt n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1010 Page 518
10127 and longer then the Sea, Job 11.7, 8. 4. We look upon the great God in his ways, and motions of his Providence, and longer then the Sea, Job 11.7, 8. 4. We look upon the great God in his ways, and motions of his Providence, cc av-jc cs dt n1, np1 crd, crd crd pns12 vvb p-acp dt j np1 p-acp po31 n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1010 Page 518
10128 as standing by our reason, and fancy, and compare his wisdom with ours, measuring the Divine reason and actions, by our yard-wand, as standing by our reason, and fancy, and compare his Wisdom with ours, measuring the Divine reason and actions, by our yardwand, c-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1, cc n1, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp png12, vvg dt j-jn n1 cc n2, p-acp po12 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10129 and the wisdom of God seems to us a deformed crooked thing, but let our natural reason be rectified, and the Wisdom of God seems to us a deformed crooked thing, but let our natural reason be rectified, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp pno12 dt j-vvn j n1, cc-acp vvb po12 j n1 vbi vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10130 and sublimated, and once Sanctified by Divine grace; and sublimated, and once Sanctified by Divine grace; cc vvn, cc a-acp vvn p-acp j-jn n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10131 let our minds be enlightened by the Spirit of God, and we shall then see things clearly as they are. let our minds be enlightened by the Spirit of God, and we shall then see things clearly as they Are. vvb po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pns12 vmb av vvi n2 av-j c-acp pns32 vbr. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10132 These are the general causes of mens misjudgings and misapprehensions concerning the Equity of Gods ways. These Are the general Causes of men's misjudgings and misapprehensions Concerning the Equity of God's ways. d vbr dt j n2 pp-f ng2 n2-vvg cc n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10133 But let God be true, and every man a lyar: let him be holy, and let what will become of mans reason and judgment. But let God be true, and every man a liar: let him be holy, and let what will become of men reason and judgement. cc-acp vvb np1 vbi j, cc d n1 dt n1: vvb pno31 vbi j, cc vvb r-crq vmb vvi pp-f ng1 n1 cc n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10134 It is bad Logick, but it may be good Divinity sometimes, to hold the conclusion, when we cannot deny the premises which seem to argue against it. It is bad Logic, but it may be good Divinity sometime, to hold the conclusion, when we cannot deny the premises which seem to argue against it. pn31 vbz j n1, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi j n1 av, pc-acp vvi dt n1, c-crq pns12 vmbx vvi dt n2 r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10135 There goeth a story of Melancthon, that being once pressed by Eccius the Papist with an argument, to which he had not an answer ready, he took time, There Goes a story of Melanchthon, that being once pressed by Eccius the Papist with an argument, to which he had not an answer ready, he took time, pc-acp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vbg a-acp vvn p-acp np1 dt njp p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd xx dt n1 j, pns31 vvd n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10136 and said, Cras Respondebo; that he would the next day give answer to it. and said, Cras Respondebo; that he would the next day give answer to it. cc vvd, fw-la fw-la; cst pns31 vmd dt ord n1 vvb n1 p-acp pn31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10189 yet it is not the only end for which the wisdom of man teacheth him to make use of them. yet it is not the only end for which the Wisdom of man Teaches him to make use of them. av pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10137 It may be a Christian may sometimes be put hard to it in his thoughts to solve all the Phaenomena's. Which a subtle Sophister will make appear upon the ways and motions of Divine Providence, It may be a Christian may sometime be put hard to it in his thoughts to solve all the Phaenomena's. Which a subtle Sophister will make appear upon the ways and motions of Divine Providence, pn31 vmb vbi dt njp vmb av vbi vvn av-j p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n2 pc-acp vvi d dt npg1. r-crq dt j n1 vmb vvi vvi p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10138 but in this case let him hold to the conclusion, and say I am sure the Judg of the whole Earth cannot do unjustly; but in this case let him hold to the conclusion, and say I am sure the Judge of the Whole Earth cannot do unjustly; cc-acp p-acp d n1 vvb pno31 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc vvb pns11 vbm j dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vmbx vdi av-j-u; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10139 however it be, God is holy, and just, and good, I will study an answer to this Objection. however it be, God is holy, and just, and good, I will study an answer to this Objection. c-acp pn31 vbb, np1 vbz j, cc j, cc j, pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 518
10140 Socinus some where saith, that if he should meet with any thing in Scripture which were contrary to his reason, he would not believe it to be the sense of Scripture. Proud man! Socinus Some where Says, that if he should meet with any thing in Scripture which were contrary to his reason, he would not believe it to be the sense of Scripture. Proud man! np1 d c-crq vvz, cst cs pns31 vmd vvi p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 r-crq vbdr j-jn p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd xx vvi pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. j n1! (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10141 Must he think to measure infinite wisdom with his bucket, and to scoop out the Ocean of wisdom that is in God, with his spoon? How much better had it been said I believe what God hath said, Must he think to measure infinite Wisdom with his bucket, and to scoop out the Ocean of Wisdom that is in God, with his spoon? How much better had it been said I believe what God hath said, vmb pns31 vvi pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vbz p-acp np1, p-acp po31 n1? c-crq d jc vhd pn31 vbn vvn pns11 vvb q-crq np1 vhz vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10142 and I will study to reconcile it to my reason if I cannot do it, I will rather deny my own reason than the Revelation of the Divine will and wisdom. and I will study to reconcile it to my reason if I cannot do it, I will rather deny my own reason than the Revelation of the Divine will and Wisdom. cc pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po11 n1 cs pns11 vmbx vdi pn31, pns11 vmb av-c vvi po11 d n1 cs dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10143 Luther I think was in the right when he would have the Christian say, Tu Ratio stulta•es, audi verbum Dei & tace: Luther I think was in the right when he would have the Christian say, Tu Ratio stulta•es, audi verbum Dei & tace: np1 pns11 vvb vbds p-acp dt j-jn c-crq pns31 vmd vhi dt njp vvi, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10144 Thou, reason, art a fool, hear the word of God, and hold thy peace. But to proceed yet further in my discourse. Thou, reason, art a fool, hear the word of God, and hold thy peace. But to proceed yet further in my discourse. pns21, n1, vb2r dt n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvb po21 n1. p-acp pc-acp vvi av av-jc p-acp po11 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10145 You have heard it is not inconsistent with the purity, and holiness of the Divine being to be the Author of evil of punishment. You have herd it is not inconsistent with the purity, and holiness of the Divine being to be the Author of evil of punishment. pn22 vhb vvn pn31 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn pp-f n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10146 Because evils of punishment, are indeed no evils, only so miscalled by us. They are great goods to the people of God. Because evils of punishment, Are indeed no evils, only so miscalled by us. They Are great goods to the people of God. p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1, vbr av dx n2-jn, av-j av vvn p-acp pno12. pns32 vbr j n2-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10147 But once more vain man that would be wise, the man of reason that thinks he can shew us a mote in the Sun, But once more vain man that would be wise, the man of reason that thinks he can show us a mote in the Sun, p-acp a-acp av-dc j n1 cst vmd vbi j, dt n1 pp-f n1 cst vvz pns31 vmb vvi pno12 dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10148 or a crooked angle in the straight lines of Divine wisdom, comes forth and saith. Quest. or a crooked angle in the straight lines of Divine Wisdom, comes forth and Says. Quest. cc dt j n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvz av cc vvz. n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1011 Page 519
10149 Supposing it consistent with the purity, holiness, and goodness of God, to bring evils of punishment upon men, who he knows will be made better by them, Supposing it consistent with the purity, holiness, and Goodness of God, to bring evils of punishment upon men, who he knows will be made better by them, vvg pn31 j p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi n2-jn pp-f n1 p-acp n2, r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vbi vvn av-jc p-acp pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1012 Page 519
10150 and be helped by those little Hells to escape greater, and by much tribulation be fitted for the Kingdom of God; and be helped by those little Hells to escape greater, and by much tribulation be fitted for the Kingdom of God; cc vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 pc-acp vvi jc, cc p-acp d n1 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1012 Page 519
10151 yet what is this to those whom God knows will never be made better, never be made conformable to the image of his Son. If these evils of punishment, are true and perfect evils how can an holy God be the Author of them? 1. I answer. yet what is this to those whom God knows will never be made better, never be made conformable to the image of his Son. If these evils of punishment, Are true and perfect evils how can an holy God be the Author of them? 1. I answer. av q-crq vbz d p-acp d r-crq np1 vvz vmb av-x vbi vvn av-jc, av-x vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cs d n2-jn pp-f n1, vbr j cc j n2-jn c-crq vmb dt j np1 vbb dt n1 pp-f pno32? crd pns11 vvb. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1012 Page 519
10152 We must grant, that there are some stones in the Earth, that no hewing will fit to make pillars for the house of God. We must grant, that there Are Some stones in the Earth, that not hewing will fit to make pillars for the house of God. pns12 vmb vvi, cst a-acp vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1, cst xx vvg vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10153 God by his Providence may knock them in pieces, and by afflictions break them, but afflictions and troubles shall never mend them: God by his Providence may knock them in Pieces, and by afflictions break them, but afflictions and Troubles shall never mend them: np1 p-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi pno32 p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2 vvi pno32, cc-acp n2 cc n2 vmb av-x vvi pno32: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10154 and indeed this is an ordinary observation, as Fire softneth wax, but hardneth clay, so affliction which often makes the people of God better, ordinarily make wicked men worse, they come out of the fire worfe than they went in, Pharaoh was such a one, ten plagues one after another, wrought no change in his heart but for the worse, he was more hardned than he was before, Ahaz was such another, who when he was afflicted, yet did more wickedly; and indeed this is an ordinary observation, as Fire softeneth wax, but Hardeneth clay, so affliction which often makes the people of God better, ordinarily make wicked men Worse, they come out of the fire worfe than they went in, Pharaoh was such a one, ten plagues one After Another, wrought no change in his heart but for the Worse, he was more hardened than he was before, Ahaz was such Another, who when he was afflicted, yet did more wickedly; cc av d vbz dt j n1, c-acp n1 vvz n1, cc-acp vvz n1, av n1 r-crq av vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jc, av-j vvi j n2 av-jc, pns32 vvb av pp-f dt n1 n1 cs pns32 vvd p-acp, np1 vbds d dt pi, crd n2 crd p-acp n-jn, vvd dx n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc-acp p-acp dt jc, pns31 vbds av-dc vvn cs pns31 vbds a-acp, np1 vbds d j-jn, r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, av vdd av-dc av-j; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10155 the Scripture sets a brand upon him for it. the Scripture sets a brand upon him for it. dt n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10156 This is that King Ahaz, and we have too too many instances of such in the age, This is that King Ahaz, and we have too too many instances of such in the age, d vbz d n1 np1, cc pns12 vhb av av d n2 pp-f d p-acp dt n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10157 and generation in which we live. and generation in which we live. cc n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1013 Page 519
10158 2. Again, what if some be afflicted, who grow worse, and get no good by their Afflictions, 2. Again, what if Some be afflicted, who grow Worse, and get no good by their Afflictions, crd av, r-crq cs d vbb vvn, r-crq vvb jc, cc vvb dx j p-acp po32 n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10159 yet may not God use means that have a rational tendency to their good? Trouble and Affliction is the voice of God unto the worst of men, crying to them for repentance and reformation; yet may not God use means that have a rational tendency to their good? Trouble and Affliction is the voice of God unto the worst of men, crying to them for Repentance and Reformation; av vmb xx np1 vvi n2 cst vhb dt j n1 p-acp po32 j? vvb cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 cc n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10160 they will not hear the rod, must not therefore God use it? Or doth it not speak when he useth it? What if God knoweth that affliction will do them no good, they will not hear the rod, must not Therefore God use it? Or does it not speak when he uses it? What if God Knoweth that affliction will do them no good, pns32 vmb xx vvi dt n1, vmb xx av np1 vvb pn31? cc vdz pn31 xx vvi c-crq pns31 vvz pn31? q-crq cs np1 vvz d n1 vmb vdi pno32 dx j, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10161 but give them occasion further to harden their hearts; but give them occasion further to harden their hearts; cc-acp vvb pno32 vvi jc pc-acp vvi po32 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10162 is God bound by his Providence to act according to his own Omnisciency or counsel? God deals with men who are reasonable creatures in a reasonable way, one while perswading and exhorting, another while chastising and corecting; is God bound by his Providence to act according to his own Omnisciency or counsel? God deals with men who Are reasonable creatures in a reasonable Way, one while persuading and exhorting, Another while chastising and corecting; vbz np1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1? np1 vvz p-acp n2 r-crq vbr j n2 p-acp dt j n1, crd n1 vvg cc vvg, j-jn n1 vvg cc vvg; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10163 shall not God by his Ministers perswade all men to repent, and to believe, because he knoweth from Eternity who will or will not obey those precepts? Shall not God by his rod teach men to repent and believe, shall not God by his Ministers persuade all men to Repent, and to believe, Because he Knoweth from Eternity who will or will not obey those Precepts? Shall not God by his rod teach men to Repent and believe, vmb xx np1 p-acp po31 n2 vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp n1 r-crq n1 cc vmb xx vvi d n2? vmb xx np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvi n2 pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10164 because he hath determined not to give special grace to all? certainly it is but reasonable, that God should allow them reasonable means in order to what he requireth of them, Because he hath determined not to give special grace to all? Certainly it is but reasonable, that God should allow them reasonable means in order to what he requires of them, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn xx pc-acp vvi j n1 p-acp d? av-j pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst np1 vmd vvi pno32 j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pp-f pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10165 though he knoweth they will make no use of them; in their not doing so, they at least render themselves inexcusable. though he Knoweth they will make no use of them; in their not doing so, they At least render themselves inexcusable. cs pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vvi dx n1 pp-f pno32; p-acp po32 xx vdg av, pns32 p-acp ds vvi px32 j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1014 Page 520
10166 3. This Question proceedeth upon a grand mistake, viz. That all punishment is NONLATINALPHABET, for the amendment of the person punished; 3. This Question Proceedeth upon a grand mistake, viz. That all punishment is, for the amendment of the person punished; crd d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, n1 cst d n1 vbz, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1015 Page 520
10167 and that if such an end cannot be propounded, or shall not be obtained, Punishments are things not reconcilable to the holiness and goodness of God. and that if such an end cannot be propounded, or shall not be obtained, Punishments Are things not reconcilable to the holiness and Goodness of God. cc cst cs d dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn, cc vmb xx vbi vvn, n2 vbr n2 xx j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1015 Page 520
10168 This now is a very great mistake, and not only contrary to Divinity, but to the reason of human Policy. This now is a very great mistake, and not only contrary to Divinity, but to the reason of human Policy. np1 av vbz dt av j n1, cc xx av-j j-jn p-acp n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1015 Page 520
10169 It will the more Illustrate this matter, and make the way of God in this appear more easy and plain, if I shew you, It will the more Illustrate this matter, and make the Way of God in this appear more easy and plain, if I show you, pn31 vmb dt av-dc vvi d n1, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d vvb av-dc j cc j, cs pns11 vvb pn22, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1015 Page 520
10347 thou seest them, their families, their estates, consuming like the fat of lambs, into smoke consumed away. thou See them, their families, their estates, consuming like the fat of Lambs, into smoke consumed away. pns21 vv2 pno32, po32 n2, po32 n2, vvg av-j dt j pp-f n2, p-acp n1 vvn av. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10170 1. That all men agree, that the amendment of the offender, is not the only end of punishment, but there are other ends for which the wisdom of man judgeth punishments necessary. 1. That all men agree, that the amendment of the offender, is not the only end of punishment, but there Are other ends for which the Wisdom of man Judgeth punishments necessary. crd cst d n2 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp a-acp vbr j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n2 j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1016 Page 520
10171 2. That as to God Reason holds much more, and the Scripture hath revealed other ends which he aimeth at in punishment, 2. That as to God Reason holds much more, and the Scripture hath revealed other ends which he aimeth At in punishment, crd cst c-acp p-acp np1 n1 vvz av-d av-dc, cc dt n1 vhz vvn j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp p-acp n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 520
10172 than the amendment of the person offending, which are highly consistent with his holiness and justice. than the amendment of the person offending, which Are highly consistent with his holiness and Justice. cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg, r-crq vbr av-j j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 520
10173 Seneca, a great (Pagan) Philosopher, mentions three ends in punishments. 1. The amendment of the person offending. Senecca, a great (Pagan) Philosopher, mentions three ends in punishments. 1. The amendment of the person offending. np1, dt j (j-jn) n1, n2 crd n2 p-acp n2. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 520
10174 2. The security of others who may be in danger by his lawless sinful courses. 2. The security of Others who may be in danger by his lawless sinful courses. crd dt n1 pp-f n2-jn r-crq vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j j n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 520
10175 3. The amendment of others. It is true there is a punishment, the end of which is only the amendment of the person offending. 3. The amendment of Others. It is true there is a punishment, the end of which is only the amendment of the person offending. crd dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. pn31 vbz j a-acp vbz dt n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10176 Thus Parents punish their Children, Masters their Scholars and Servants: Thus Parents Punish their Children, Masters their Scholars and Servants: av n2 vvb po32 n2, n2 po32 n2 cc n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10177 to this purpose Magistrates use whippings, brandings, houses of corrections, goals, &c. But these kinds of punishments cannot reach unto death; to this purpose Magistrates use whippings, brandings, houses of corrections, goals, etc. But these Kinds of punishments cannot reach unto death; p-acp d n1 n2 vvi n2-vvg, n2-vvg, n2 pp-f n2, n2, av p-acp d n2 pp-f n2 vmbx vvi p-acp n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10178 because there can be no amendment of a person after the determination of his Being. It is true, sinners by being cut off sometimes, are stopt from further sinning; Because there can be no amendment of a person After the determination of his Being. It is true, Sinners by being Cut off sometime, Are stopped from further sinning; c-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 vbg. pn31 vbz j, n2 p-acp vbg vvn a-acp av, vbr vvn p-acp av-jc vvg; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10179 but properly, none can be said to be made better by being put to death; but properly, none can be said to be made better by being put to death; cc-acp av-j, pix vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi vvn av-jc p-acp vbg vvn p-acp n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10180 and if there were no other end of punishments dictated by humane reason, than the amendment of the person offending, humane Laws could ordain no capital punishments: and if there were no other end of punishments dictated by humane reason, than the amendment of the person offending, humane Laws could ordain no capital punishments: cc cs pc-acp vbdr dx j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp j n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg, j n2 vmd vvi dx j n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10181 But the wisdom of the Politicians of the world, we see hath ordained capital punishments for some offences, and some offenders; But the Wisdom of the Politicians of the world, we see hath ordained capital punishments for Some offences, and Some offenders; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, pns12 vvb vhz vvn j n2 p-acp d n2, cc d n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10182 yea, and degrees of torment in death, according to the degree of the offence. yea, and Degrees of torment in death, according to the degree of the offence. uh, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10183 Amongst us, in case of Treason, Malefactors are hang'd, drawn and quartered; in case of murther, and other Felonies, they are beheaded, hanged, burnt, &c. and we shall find this wisdom of men justified by the supreme Wisdom of God, who ordained capital punishments for divers offences, among us, in case of Treason, Malefactors Are hanged, drawn and quartered; in case of murder, and other Felonies, they Are beheaded, hanged, burned, etc. and we shall find this Wisdom of men justified by the supreme Wisdom of God, who ordained capital punishments for diverse offences, p-acp pno12, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n2 vbr vvn, vvn cc vvn; p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc j-jn n2, pns32 vbr vvn, vvn, vvn, av cc pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvd j n2 p-acp j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10184 as you read in the Law of Moses. Although therefore the amendment of the offender be one great end of punishments, as you read in the Law of Moses. Although Therefore the amendment of the offender be one great end of punishments, c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cs av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb crd j n1 pp-f n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10185 for as much as deliberate, and ordinary acts of naughtiness, beget in us a further proneness and inclination to them, for as much as deliberate, and ordinary acts of naughtiness, beget in us a further proneness and inclination to them, c-acp c-acp d c-acp vvi, cc j n2 pp-f n1, vvb p-acp pno12 dt jc n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10186 and beget ill habits in us; and beget ill habits in us; cc vvi j-jn n2 p-acp pno12; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10187 punishments are ordained, the smart of which, may wean us from the pleasure which ariseth to us from sinful acts: punishments Are ordained, the smart of which, may wean us from the pleasure which arises to us from sinful acts: n2 vbr vvn, dt n1 pp-f r-crq, vmb vvi pno12 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp j n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10188 but though this be one, and that a great end of punishment; but though this be one, and that a great end of punishment; cc-acp cs d vbb pi, cc cst dt j n1 pp-f n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10348 This age (if you observed it) hath afforded you many such sights: This age (if you observed it) hath afforded you many such sights: d n1 (cs pn22 vvd pn31) vhz vvn pn22 d d n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10190 There are others, such as are, The vindication of the authority of the superior from contempt, the amendment of others, the security of others, &c. It is indeed true, That man not being his own end, can do nothing rightly, There Are Others, such as Are, The vindication of the Authority of the superior from contempt, the amendment of Others, the security of Others, etc. It is indeed true, That man not being his own end, can do nothing rightly, pc-acp vbr n2-jn, d c-acp vbr, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, av pn31 vbz av j, cst n1 xx vbg po31 d n1, vmb vdi pix av-jn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10191 but what he doth for some good out of himself; but what he does for Some good out of himself; cc-acp q-crq pns31 vdz p-acp d j av pp-f px31; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10192 there must be something out of himself, for which he acteth, and that something must be good, there must be something out of himself, for which he Acts, and that something must be good, pc-acp vmb vbi pi av pp-f px31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz, cc d pi vmb vbi j, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10193 or his action will be evil and bad: or his actium will be evil and bad: cc po31 n1 vmb vbi j-jn cc j: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10194 But it is not necessary, that this good which he makes his end in punishment, should be the amendment and reformation of the party punished: But it is not necessary, that this good which he makes his end in punishment, should be the amendment and Reformation of the party punished: cc-acp pn31 vbz xx j, cst d j r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1, vmd vbi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10195 If it were, he could never punish with capital punishment. If it were, he could never Punish with capital punishment. cs pn31 vbdr, pns31 vmd av-x vvi p-acp j n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10196 Besides, there is a twofold greater good than this, which he may aim at. 1. The glory of God, and the vindication of the Divine Majesty. 2. The good either of the whole body of the political society, with which he is betrusted, Beside, there is a twofold greater good than this, which he may aim At. 1. The glory of God, and the vindication of the Divine Majesty. 2. The good either of the Whole body of the political society, with which he is betrusted, p-acp, pc-acp vbz dt j jc j cs d, r-crq pns31 vmb vvi p-acp. crd dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1. crd dt j d pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 521
10197 or some considerable a part of them. or Some considerable a part of them. cc d j dt n1 pp-f pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 522
10198 Hence it is, that Magistrates rightly cut off Blasphemers for the vindication of the glory of God, Hence it is, that Magistrates rightly Cut off Blasphemers for the vindication of the glory of God, av pn31 vbz, cst n2 av-jn vvn a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 522
10199 as well as for the example of others: as well as for the Exampl of Others: c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 522
10200 and cut off Murtherers for the security of other mens lives, as well as in execution of the Divine Law concerning such offenders. But and Cut off Murderers for the security of other men's lives, as well as in execution of the Divine Law Concerning such offenders. But cc vvd a-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn ng2 n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvg d n2. p-acp (44) sermon (DIV3) 1017 Page 522
10201 2. Let me shew you, that as to punishments inflicted by God, Reason holdeth much more; 2. Let me show you, that as to punishments inflicted by God, Reason holds much more; crd vvb pno11 vvi pn22, cst c-acp p-acp n2 vvn p-acp np1, n1 vvz av-d av-dc; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1018 Page 522
10202 and as the Scripture revealeth, so Reason justifieth other ends which he both proposeth, and obtaineth in the punishment of sinners, to whom affliction doth no good in order to their amendment and reformation. and as the Scripture Revealeth, so Reason Justifieth other ends which he both Proposeth, and obtaineth in the punishment of Sinners, to whom affliction does no good in order to their amendment and Reformation. cc c-acp dt n1 vvz, av n1 vvz j-jn n2 r-crq pns31 av-d vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ro-crq n1 vdz av-dx j p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1018 Page 522
10203 Let me a little open this. 1. It is truly said by a learned Author, That Gods actions may be right, Let me a little open this. 1. It is truly said by a learned Author, That God's actions may be right, vvb pno11 dt j vvi d. crd pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt j n1, cst ng1 n2 vmb vbi j-jn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1018 Page 522
10204 though they have no other end beyond themselves. though they have no other end beyond themselves. cs pns32 vhb dx j-jn n1 p-acp px32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10205 Mans cannot be so, he must act for some end, some good end, and that must be out of himself; men cannot be so, he must act for Some end, Some good end, and that must be out of himself; n2 vmbx vbi av, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, d j n1, cc cst vmb vbi av pp-f px31; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10206 but the case is otherwise as to God; but the case is otherwise as to God; cc-acp dt n1 vbz av c-acp p-acp np1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10207 he is his own end, and may punnish a sinner for no other end than that he may be revenged upon him. he is his own end, and may Punish a sinner for no other end than that he may be revenged upon him. pns31 vbz po31 d n1, cc vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dx j-jn n1 cs cst pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10208 He hath made the wicked for the day of wrath, Prov. 16.4. and saith that Author, The Scripture declaring, that God takes a pleasure in his vengeance upon sinners, that he will mock at their calamity, and laugh when their fear cometh: He hath made the wicked for the day of wrath, Curae 16.4. and Says that Author, The Scripture declaring, that God Takes a pleasure in his vengeance upon Sinners, that he will mock At their calamity, and laugh when their Fear comes: pns31 vhz vvn dt j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc vvz d n1, dt n1 vvg, cst np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc vvb c-crq po32 n1 vvz: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10209 as also the last judgment, are all evident demonstrations of this. as also the last judgement, Are all evident demonstrations of this. c-acp av dt ord n1, vbr d j n2 pp-f d. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10269 Psal. 58.10, The righteous shall rejoyce when he seeth the vengeance, and he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. Psalm 58.10, The righteous shall rejoice when he sees the vengeance, and he shall wash his feet in the blood of the wicked. np1 crd, dt j vmb vvi c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10210 Now, supposing this to be true, it is apparent enough, that Gods bringing evil and trouble upon such sinners, concerning whom, he knoweth that they will never be amended by their troubles, but made worse; Now, supposing this to be true, it is apparent enough, that God's bringing evil and trouble upon such Sinners, Concerning whom, he Knoweth that they will never be amended by their Troubles, but made Worse; av, vvg d pc-acp vbi j, pn31 vbz j av-d, cst n2 vvg j-jn cc n1 p-acp d n2, vvg ro-crq, pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmb av-x vbi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cc-acp vvd av-jc; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10211 is reconcilable enough to the purity, holiness, and justice of God. I will (saith God) get me glory upon Pharaoh. is reconcilable enough to the purity, holiness, and Justice of God. I will (Says God) get me glory upon Pharaoh. vbb j av-d p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. pns11 vmb (vvz np1) vvb pno11 n1 p-acp np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10212 I told you in my last Exercise, that if there were no other good that came from evils of punishment, I told you in my last Exercise, that if there were no other good that Come from evils of punishment, pns11 vvd pn22 p-acp po11 ord n1, cst cs a-acp vbdr dx j-jn j cst vvd p-acp n2-jn pp-f n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10213 than the predication and magnification of the justice and holiness of God; than the predication and magnification of the Justice and holiness of God; cs dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10214 yet that were enough to warrant the entituling of God to be the efficient cause and Author of them: yet that were enough to warrant the entitling of God to be the efficient cause and Author of them: av cst vbdr av-d pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f np1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10215 The making of Gods Power and Justice known, the vindication of his Soveraignty and Holiness, is a noble effect of Divine Providence. The making of God's Power and justice known, the vindication of his Sovereignty and Holiness, is a noble Effect of Divine Providence. dt n-vvg pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1 vvn, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10216 Now, where God doth not obtain the reformation and amendment of the sinner, yet he obtaineth this, he gets himself glory upon the poor wretch which actively refused to give him glory. Now, where God does not obtain the Reformation and amendment of the sinner, yet he obtaineth this, he gets himself glory upon the poor wretch which actively refused to give him glory. av, c-crq np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av pns31 vvz d, pns31 vvz px31 n1 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq av-j vvd pc-acp vvi pno31 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10217 Divines and Philosophers too truly say, That in punishments, Respicitur, aut utilitas ejus qui peccavit, cujus intererat peccatum non esse, aut indistincte quorum libet; Divines and Philosophers too truly say, That in punishments, Respicitur, Or utilitas His qui peccavit, cujus intererat peccatum non esse, Or indistincte quorum libet; vvz cc n2 av av-j vvi, cst p-acp n2, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 522
10218 that is, there is always a regard had, either to the good of the offenders, or to the good of some others, whose interest it had been not to have had the offence committed. that is, there is always a regard had, either to the good of the offenders, or to the good of Some Others, whose Interest it had been not to have had the offence committed. cst vbz, pc-acp vbz av dt n1 vhd, d p-acp dt j pp-f dt n2, cc p-acp dt j pp-f d n2-jn, rg-crq n1 pn31 vhd vbn xx pc-acp vhi vhn dt n1 vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10219 Supposing God not always in punishments, to have a respect to the good, and amendment of the sinner that is punished, which is most certainly true, as to the punishment; Supposing God not always in punishments, to have a respect to the good, and amendment of the sinner that is punished, which is most Certainly true, as to the punishment; vvg n1 xx av p-acp n2, pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt j, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz vvn, r-crq vbz av-ds av-j j, c-acp p-acp dt n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10220 yet he hath respect unto another, and that a far greater good, the glory of his own great name. yet he hath respect unto Another, and that a Far greater good, the glory of his own great name. av pns31 vhz n1 p-acp j-jn, cc cst dt av-j jc j, dt n1 pp-f po31 d j n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10221 Now certainly, it is consistent enough with the holiness, justice, and goodness of God, to act for the glory of his name, Now Certainly, it is consistent enough with the holiness, Justice, and Goodness of God, to act for the glory of his name, av av-j, pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10222 though it be to the prejudice and ruine of his creature; though it be to the prejudice and ruin of his creature; cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10223 considering that it is such a creature, as by his rebellions hath reproached the Sovereignty of his maker: considering that it is such a creature, as by his rebellions hath reproached the Sovereignty of his maker: vvg cst pn31 vbz d dt n1, c-acp p-acp po31 n2 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10224 but this is but one good which God obtaineth by those punishments. but this is but one good which God obtaineth by those punishments. cc-acp d vbz cc-acp crd j r-crq np1 vvz p-acp d n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1019 Page 523
10225 2. Again, God by the punishment of sinners, though he obtaineth not their amendment and reformation, obtaineth yet another more Ʋniversal good; and that two ways. 1. In the reformation and preventing at least the wickedness of others. 2. Again, God by the punishment of Sinners, though he obtaineth not their amendment and Reformation, obtaineth yet Another more Ʋniversal good; and that two ways. 1. In the Reformation and preventing At least the wickedness of Others. crd av, np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns31 vvz xx po32 n1 cc n1, vvz av j-jn n1 j j; cc d crd n2. crd p-acp dt n1 cc vvg p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f n2-jn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10226 2. In the upholding of the government and discipline of the world. This is one end of punishment by mens Laws; 2. In the upholding of the government and discipline of the world. This is one end of punishment by men's Laws; crd p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. d vbz crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp ng2 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10227 therefore are some malefactors hang'd up in chains by the way-side, that all who pass by, may take notice, Therefore Are Some malefactors hanged up in chains by the wayside, that all who pass by, may take notice, av vbr d n2 vvn a-acp p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp, vmb vvi n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10308 It is true, in the ruine of others none ought to rejoyce. It is true, in the ruin of Others none ought to rejoice. pn31 vbz j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn pix vmd pc-acp vvi. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10228 and be afraid of committing such wickedness. God by punishing and troubling sinners, strikes a terror into the hearts of others, that if he pleaseth not to sanctifie their affliction to their salvation; and be afraid of committing such wickedness. God by punishing and troubling Sinners, strikes a terror into the hearts of Others, that if he Pleases not to sanctify their affliction to their salvation; cc vbi j pp-f vvg d n1. np1 p-acp vvg cc vvg n2, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, cst cs pns31 vvz xx pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10229 yet by it much sin is hindred in the world, from whence his name had been dishonoured. yet by it much since is hindered in the world, from whence his name had been dishonoured. av p-acp pn31 d n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp c-crq po31 n1 vhd vbn vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10230 Yea, and Lastly, Government and discipline is in some measure kept in the world, and Gods authority is upheld: Yea, and Lastly, Government and discipline is in Some measure kept in the world, and God's Authority is upheld: uh, cc ord, n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp d n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc npg1 n1 vbz vvn: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10231 These ends now God obtaineth in the punishment of the vilest and worst of men; These ends now God obtaineth in the punishment of the Vilest and worst of men; d n2 av np1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt js cc js pp-f n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10232 though it may be they, instead of being reformed and amended, do but blaspheme, because of their plagues; though it may be they, instead of being reformed and amended, do but Blaspheme, Because of their plagues; cs pn31 vmb vbi pns32, av pp-f vbg vvn cc vvn, vdb p-acp vvb, c-acp pp-f po32 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10233 yet others seeing them, are afraid, and take heed of such courses. yet Others seeing them, Are afraid, and take heed of such courses. av n2-jn vvg pno32, vbr j, cc vvb n1 pp-f d n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10234 O! what a place of murthers, and frauds, and beastly lusts, and all sorts of disorders would the sordid passions of men make the world, were it not for the troubles and afflictions with which God followeth some sinners! OH! what a place of murders, and frauds, and beastly Lustiest, and all sorts of disorders would the sordid passion of men make the world, were it not for the Troubles and afflictions with which God follows Some Sinners! uh r-crq dt n1 pp-f n2, cc n2, cc j n2, cc d n2 pp-f n2 vmd dt j n2 pp-f n2 vvb dt n1, vbdr pn31 xx p-acp dt n2 cc n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d n2! (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10235 for though some are to be corrected and restrained by nothing; for though Some Are to be corrected and restrained by nothing; p-acp cs d vbr pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp pix; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10236 yet doubtless multitudes of people are at least restrained by the exemplary vengeance which they see God taking upon some sinners, either immediately by his own hand, yet doubtless Multitudes of people Are At least restrained by the exemplary vengeance which they see God taking upon Some Sinners, either immediately by his own hand, av av-j n2 pp-f n1 vbr p-acp ds vvn p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns32 vvb np1 vvg p-acp d n2, av-d av-j p-acp po31 d n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10237 or by the hands of magistrates, who do not bear the Sword in vain, but are a terror unto evil doers. or by the hands of Magistrates, who do not bear the Sword in vain, but Are a terror unto evil doers. cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, r-crq vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp j, cc-acp vbr dt n1 p-acp j-jn n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10238 Now let us but consider the great God, as willing his own glory, and that in every attribute, that of justice, Now let us but Consider the great God, as willing his own glory, and that in every attribute, that of Justice, av vvb pno12 p-acp vvi dt j np1, c-acp vvg po31 d n1, cc cst p-acp d n1, cst pp-f n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 523
10239 as well as that of mercy; as well as that of mercy; c-acp av p-acp d pp-f n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10240 or consider God as the great and mighty soveraign of the world, whose interest it is to keep up his authority amongst men, or Consider God as the great and mighty sovereign of the world, whose Interest it is to keep up his Authority among men, cc vvb np1 p-acp dt j cc j n-jn pp-f dt n1, rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp po31 n1 p-acp n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10241 and an aw and reverence of those rules which he hath pleased, to prescribe for the regulation of mens lives: and an awe and Reverence of those rules which he hath pleased, to prescribe for the regulation of men's lives: cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f ng2 n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10242 Or as he is a most pure and holy God, offended and injured by the sins of men, whose concern it is to restrain the exorbitancies of creatures; Or as he is a most pure and holy God, offended and injured by the Sins of men, whose concern it is to restrain the Extravagancies of creatures; cc c-acp pns31 vbz dt av-ds j cc j np1, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2, rg-crq vvb pn31 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10243 or finally as an only wise and prudent governor, to whom it belongeth so to carry himself (observing rules of justice still) towards individuals, or finally as an only wise and prudent governor, to whom it belongeth so to carry himself (observing rules of Justice still) towards individuals, cc av-j c-acp dt j j cc j n1, p-acp ro-crq pn31 vvz av pc-acp vvi px31 (vvg n2 pp-f n1 av) p-acp n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10244 as may best conduce to the peace, good, and tranquillity of the whole. as may best conduce to the peace, good, and tranquillity of the Whole. c-acp vmb av-js vvi p-acp dt n1, j, cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10245 I say, which way soever an intelligent person doth consider God, it appears but an exceeding reasonable motion of Providence, that he should plague and chastise some sinners, I say, which Way soever an intelligent person does Consider God, it appears but an exceeding reasonable motion of Providence, that he should plague and chastise Some Sinners, pns11 vvb, r-crq n1 av dt j n1 vdz vvi np1, pn31 vvz p-acp dt j-vvg j n1 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi cc vvi d n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10246 though he knows they will get no good; but instead of being amended, will be made worse like Ahaz. though he knows they will get no good; but instead of being amended, will be made Worse like Ahaz. cs pns31 vvz pns32 vmb vvi dx j; cc-acp av pp-f vbg vvn, vmb vbi vvn av-jc j np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1020 Page 524
10247 Ʋse 1. Let us observe from hence (in the first place) how just and reasonable the ways of Divine Providence are. Ʋse 1. Let us observe from hence (in the First place) how just and reasonable the ways of Divine Providence Are. j crd vvb pno12 vvi p-acp av (p-acp dt ord n1) c-crq j cc j dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10248 O house of Israel (saith God) are not my ways equal? are not your ways unequal? The reason of our quarrellings at the motions of Divine Providence, is our weighing them with false weights, O house of Israel (Says God) Are not my ways equal? Are not your ways unequal? The reason of our quarrelings At the motions of Divine Providence, is our weighing them with false weights, sy n1 pp-f np1 (vvz np1) vbr xx po11 n2 vvi? vbr xx po22 n2 j? dt n1 pp-f po12 n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz po12 vvg pno32 p-acp j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10249 and a deceitful ballance, or our superficial and perfunctory consideration of them. and a deceitful balance, or our superficial and perfunctory consideration of them. cc dt j n1, cc po12 j cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10250 The truth is, we do ordinarily accuse God as inequal in those things, wherein he acteth after the manner of men, whose equity yet we never question; The truth is, we do ordinarily accuse God as inequal in those things, wherein he Acts After the manner of men, whose equity yet we never question; dt n1 vbz, pns12 vdb av-j vvi np1 p-acp j p-acp d n2, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, rg-crq n1 av pns12 av-x vvi; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10251 we will allow the Potter to have power over the clay, and to make this piece of clay a vessel of dishonour, we will allow the Potter to have power over the clay, and to make this piece of clay a vessel of dishonour, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10252 and that a vessel of honour; and that a vessel of honour; cc cst dt n1 pp-f n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10253 yet we will not allow the Lord of the whole earth, the Potter to the whole world of men, who are but so many pieces of clay in his hand to do the like: yet we will not allow the Lord of the Whole earth, the Potter to the Whole world of men, who Are but so many Pieces of clay in his hand to do the like: av pns12 vmb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2, r-crq vbr p-acp av d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vdi dt av-j: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10254 we will allow a soveraign Prince a power to kill, and to save alive whom he pleaseth; we will allow a sovereign Prince a power to kill, and to save alive whom he Pleases; pns12 vmb vvi dt j-jn n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi j r-crq pns31 vvz; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10255 but we will not allow that Princes maker to have the same jus absolutum, the same soveraign power, but we will not allow that Princes maker to have the same jus Absolute, the same sovereign power, cc-acp pns12 vmb xx vvi cst ng1 n1 pc-acp vhi dt d fw-la fw-la, dt d j-jn n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10256 though it be granted, that he never executeth it, but upon the demerits of his creature: though it be granted, that he never Executeth it, but upon the demerits of his creature: cs pn31 vbb vvn, cst pns31 av-x vvz pn31, cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10257 we can allow an earthly Prince a power to punish Wives for the errors of their Husbands, we can allow an earthly Prince a power to Punish Wives for the errors of their Husbands, pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10258 and to disinherit Children for the treasons of their Parents; and to disinherit Children for the treasons of their Parents; cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10259 but we think it much to allow a power to God justly to punish relations for the sins of their correlates. but we think it much to allow a power to God justly to Punish relations for the Sins of their correlates. cc-acp pns12 vvb pn31 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10260 We can understand the justice and reasonableness of men in punishing some malefactors, with such punishments, We can understand the Justice and reasonableness of men in punishing Some malefactors, with such punishments, pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp vvg d n2, p-acp d n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10261 as leave no room for repentance and amendment; as leave no room for Repentance and amendment; c-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp n1 cc n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 524
10262 but must call Gods justice, holiness and goodness in question, if he doth but the same thing we do every day. but must call God's Justice, holiness and Goodness in question, if he does but the same thing we do every day. cc-acp vmb vvi npg1 n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, cs pns31 vdz p-acp dt d n1 pns12 vdb d n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 525
10263 But O you sons of men! But Oh you Sons of men! p-acp uh pn22 n2 pp-f n2! (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 525
10264 are not the Lords ways equal? Let us learn under tremendous dispensations of vindicative justice, to lay our hands upon our mouths, to acknowledg and confess the Lords righteousness, Are not the lords ways equal? Let us Learn under tremendous dispensations of vindicative Justice, to lay our hands upon our mouths, to acknowledge and confess the lords righteousness, vbr xx dt n2 n2 j-jn? vvb pno12 vvi p-acp j n2 pp-f j n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n2 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 525
10265 and instead of disputing the issues of Divine Justice, to adore them, and fulfil the Lords ends in them. and instead of disputing the issues of Divine justice, to adore them, and fulfil the lords ends in them. cc av pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi dt n2 n2 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1021 Page 525
10266 Ʋse 2. This in the second place, may shew us one cause of rejoycing in the executions of Divine Justice, upon mischievous, and incorrigible sinners. Ʋse 2. This in the second place, may show us one cause of rejoicing in the executions of Divine justice, upon mischievous, and incorrigible Sinners. j crd np1 p-acp dt ord n1, vmb vvi pno12 crd n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp j, cc j n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10267 The truth is, it speaketh both an ill temper, and worse Christianity, to rejoyce meerly in the evils that befall the worst of men. The truth is, it speaks both an ill temper, and Worse Christianity, to rejoice merely in the evils that befall the worst of men. dt n1 vbz, pn31 vvz d dt j-jn n1, cc jc n1, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n2-jn cst vvb dt js pp-f n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10268 Charity wisheth well unto all, and obligeth men to mourn with those that mourn. But upon other accounts, the cutting off of sinners is matter of joy. Charity wishes well unto all, and obliges men to mourn with those that mourn. But upon other accounts, the cutting off of Sinners is matter of joy. n1 vvz av p-acp d, cc vvz n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d cst vvb. p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2 vbz n1 pp-f n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10270 Gods coming with vengeance is made the matter of a promise, Psal. 35.4. It hath been made the matter of Gods peoples prayer, Jer. 11.20. But, O Lord of hosts, that judgest righteously, that triest the reins and the heart, let me see thy vengeance on them; God's coming with vengeance is made the matter of a promise, Psalm 35.4. It hath been made the matter of God's peoples prayer, Jer. 11.20. But, Oh Lord of hosts, that Judges righteously, that Triest the reins and the heart, let me see thy vengeance on them; npg1 vvg p-acp n1 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. pn31 vhz vbn vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 ng1 n1, np1 crd. p-acp, uh n1 pp-f n2, cst vv2 av-j, cst vv2 dt n2 cc dt n1, vvb pno11 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10271 for unto thee have I revealed my cause, so Jer. 20.12. for unto thee have I revealed my cause, so Jer. 20.12. c-acp p-acp pno21 vhb pns11 vvn po11 n1, av np1 crd. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10272 And certainly it is also matter of praise, and thanksgiving, and that upon more accounts than one. And Certainly it is also matter of praise, and thanksgiving, and that upon more accounts than one. cc av-j pn31 vbz av n1 pp-f n1, cc n1, cc cst p-acp dc n2 cs crd. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1022 Page 525
10273 1. As God, by it, gaineth the glory of his justice, and gets himself honour. 1. As God, by it, gains the glory of his Justice, and gets himself honour. crd p-acp np1, p-acp pn31, vvz dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz px31 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10274 Gods glorifying of himself, and making his name great, is what the people of God ought continually to rejoyce in. God's glorifying of himself, and making his name great, is what the people of God ought continually to rejoice in. npg1 vvg pp-f px31, cc vvg po31 n1 j, vbz q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10275 We see sometimes persons, and parties in the world, opening their mouths against Heaven, and bidding a bold defiance to the God that reigneth there, We see sometime Persons, and parties in the world, opening their mouths against Heaven, and bidding a bold defiance to the God that Reigneth there, pns12 vvb av n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvg dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vvz a-acp, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10276 and daring Divine Justice a long time; we cannot but stand and tremble at it. and daring Divine justice a long time; we cannot but stand and tremble At it. cc vvg j-jn n1 dt j n1; pns12 vmbx p-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp pn31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10277 The patient God at last taketh these wretches so doing, and cuts them off in the midst of their bold defiances. The patient God At last Takes these wretches so doing, and cuts them off in the midst of their bold defiances. dt j np1 p-acp ord vvz d n2 av vdg, cc vvz pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10278 They have it may be some years, as complements of their discourse, challenged God to damn them, They have it may be Some Years, as compliments of their discourse, challenged God to damn them, pns32 vhb pn31 vmb vbi d n2, c-acp n2 pp-f po32 n1, vvd np1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10279 and the Devil to take them; and the devil to take them; cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10280 God at length falleth upon them, teareth them in pieces, makes them to know there is a God in Heaven that judgeth the earth. God At length falls upon them, teareth them in Pieces, makes them to know there is a God in Heaven that Judgeth the earth. np1 p-acp n1 vvz p-acp pno32, vvz pno32 p-acp n2, vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 cst vvz dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10281 Now when the righteous man seeth this vengeance, he hath reason to rejoyce, that God hath made known himself, vindicated his glory, &c. It is matter of trouble to them, to see any go down into the pit; Now when the righteous man sees this vengeance, he hath reason to rejoice, that God hath made known himself, vindicated his glory, etc. It is matter of trouble to them, to see any go down into the pit; av c-crq dt j n1 vvz d n1, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp vvb, cst np1 vhz vvn vvn px31, vvn po31 n1, av pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi d vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10282 but it is matter of rejoycing, that by this they are made to know that there is a God. but it is matter of rejoicing, that by this they Are made to know that there is a God. cc-acp pn31 vbz n1 pp-f vvg, cst p-acp d pns32 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi d a-acp vbz dt np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1023 Page 525
10283 2. As God by it fulfilleth his word. 2. As God by it fulfilleth his word. crd p-acp np1 p-acp pn31 vvz po31 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10284 All a good Christians comfort and hope is laid up in the Scriptures, and he is highly concerned in the truth of them; All a good Christians Comfort and hope is laid up in the Scriptures, and he is highly concerned in the truth of them; d dt j njpg2 n1 cc n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp dt n2, cc pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10285 if they be true, he is well enough; if they be not, he hath trusted in a lye. if they be true, he is well enough; if they be not, he hath trusted in a lie. cs pns32 vbb j, pns31 vbz av av-d; cs pns32 vbb xx, pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10286 The Scriptures are very full of threatnings of Divine Vengeance against impenitent sinners. The Scriptures Are very full of threatenings of Divine Vengeance against impenitent Sinners. dt n2 vbr av j pp-f n2-vvg pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp j n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10287 Now it is a great temptation to the People of God, to question all the Scripture saith, Now it is a great temptation to the People of God, to question all the Scripture Says, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d dt n1 vvz, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10288 when they read it full of threatnings and revelations of Divine Wrath against blasphemers, perfecutors, oppressors, and bloody men; when they read it full of threatenings and revelations of Divine Wrath against blasphemers, perfecutors, Oppressors's, and bloody men; c-crq pns32 vvb pn31 j pp-f n2-vvg cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp n2, n2, n2, cc j n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10289 and yet see the world full of such vile miscreants, and them prospering, daring God to vengeance, and yet see the world full of such vile miscreants, and them prospering, daring God to vengeance, cc av vvb dt n1 j pp-f d j n2, cc pno32 vvg, j-vvg np1 p-acp n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10290 and yet having their houses safe from fear. and yet having their houses safe from Fear. cc av vhg po32 n2 j p-acp n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10345 thou seest them as David, Psal. 37. saw the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green bay-tree; thou See them as David, Psalm 37. saw the wicked in great power, and spreading himself like a green baytree; pns21 vv2 pno32 p-acp np1, np1 crd n1 dt j p-acp j n1, cc vvg px31 av-j dt j-jn n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10291 But when they see God after some months and years of patience, hanging up these wretches in chains, cutting them off it may be in the strength of their years; But when they see God After Some months and Years of patience, hanging up these wretches in chains, cutting them off it may be in the strength of their Years; p-acp c-crq pns32 vvb np1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vvg a-acp d n2 p-acp n2, vvg pno32 p-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10292 however in their full career of persecution and mischief, with their oaths, curses, and blasphemies in their mouths; however in their full career of persecution and mischief, with their Oaths, curses, and Blasphemies in their mouths; c-acp p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp po32 n2, n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10293 there they see God fulfilling his word: and this is matter of joy and rejoycing, though that such souls are gone down into the pit, is a lamentation to them, there they see God fulfilling his word: and this is matter of joy and rejoicing, though that such Souls Are gone down into the pit, is a lamentation to them, a-acp pns32 vvb np1 vvg po31 n1: cc d vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc vvg, cs cst d n2 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, vbz dt n1 p-acp pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10294 and shall be for a lamentation. and shall be for a lamentation. cc vmb vbi p-acp dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1024 Page 526
10295 3. It is matter of joy and thanksgiving, as they are secured by it from those evils which they felt from those men: 3. It is matter of joy and thanksgiving, as they Are secured by it from those evils which they felt from those men: crd pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n2-jn r-crq pns32 vvd p-acp d n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10296 Every good man hath reason to be thankful to the judg, for doing justice upon such as are notorious murtherers, high-way men, firers of houses, &c. because his life, his goods are by it in a measure secured. Every good man hath reason to be thankful to the judge, for doing Justice upon such as Are notorious murderers, highway men, firers of houses, etc. Because his life, his goods Are by it in a measure secured. d j n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, p-acp vdg n1 p-acp d c-acp vbr j n2, n1 n2, n2 pp-f n2, av c-acp po31 n1, po31 n2-j vbr p-acp pn31 p-acp dt n1 vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10297 Every good man hath reason to rejoyce, and to bless God when he cuts off Sons of violence, men of blood, persecutors, &c. as their peace and quiet is by Divine Justice secured. Every good man hath reason to rejoice, and to bless God when he cuts off Sons of violence, men of blood, persecutors, etc. as their peace and quiet is by Divine justice secured. np1 j n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi np1 c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp n2 pp-f n1, n2 pp-f n1, n2, av p-acp po32 n1 cc n-jn vbz p-acp j-jn n1 vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10298 Who will not say, that Joseph had reason to bless God, when he told him, He might now again return into his own Countrey, for those were dead which sought the young childs life, Mat. 2. It is said of the man according to Gods own heart, 1 Sam. 25.39. And when David heard that Nabal was dead, he said, Blessed be the Lord that hath pleaded the cause of my reproach from the hand of Nabal. Who will not say, that Joseph had reason to bless God, when he told him, He might now again return into his own Country, for those were dead which sought the young child's life, Mathew 2. It is said of the man according to God's own heart, 1 Sam. 25.39. And when David herd that Nabal was dead, he said, Blessed be the Lord that hath pleaded the cause of my reproach from the hand of Nabal. q-crq vmb xx vvi, cst np1 vhd n1 pc-acp vvi np1, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31, pns31 vmd av av vvi p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp d vbdr j r-crq vvd dt j ng1 n1, np1 crd pn31 vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1, crd np1 crd. cc c-crq np1 vvd cst np1 vbds j, pns31 vvd, vvn vbb dt n1 cst vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10299 An Heathen Philosopher puts mischievous men in the same rank with Foxes and Serpents, and defends mens natural right to destroy them. an Heathen Philosopher puts mischievous men in the same rank with Foxes and Serpents, and defends men's natural right to destroy them. dt j-jn n1 vvz j n2 p-acp dt d n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, cc vvz ng2 j n-jn pc-acp vvi pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10300 I am sure it is matter of rejoycing, when God keeps us from private revenge, and lets us see his vengeance upon them. I am sure it is matter of rejoicing, when God keeps us from private revenge, and lets us see his vengeance upon them. pns11 vbm j pn31 vbz n1 pp-f vvg, c-crq np1 vvz pno12 p-acp j n1, cc vvb|pno12 pno12 vvi po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1025 Page 526
10301 4. Again, It is matter of praise and rejoycing, as God by this means upholds the discipline and government of the world. 4. Again, It is matter of praise and rejoicing, as God by this means upholds the discipline and government of the world. crd av, pn31 vbz n1 pp-f vvb cc vvg, c-acp np1 p-acp d n2 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 526
10302 We ought to rejoyce, and to give thanks unto God for all those acts of his Providence, by which the world is kept in order, We ought to rejoice, and to give thanks unto God for all those acts of his Providence, by which the world is kept in order, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp np1 p-acp d d n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10303 and preserved from running into that confusion, into which the exorbitancies of mens lusts and passions, and preserved from running into that confusion, into which the Extravagancies of men's Lustiest and passion, cc vvn p-acp vvg p-acp d n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2 cc n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10304 and the remission of the reins of government by Magistrates, sometimes would presently hurry it, and the remission of the reins of government by Magistrates, sometime would presently hurry it, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, av vmd av-j vvi pn31, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10305 if it were not for some extraordinary acts of Divine Justice, by which God layeth a law upon men, if it were not for Some extraordinary acts of Divine justice, by which God Layeth a law upon men, cs pn31 vbdr xx p-acp d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10306 and strikes a terror into them. and strikes a terror into them. cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10307 It is therefore a great mistake for any to think they may not rejoyce upon occasion of the ruine and downfall of the Churches Enemies. It is Therefore a great mistake for any to think they may not rejoice upon occasion of the ruin and downfall of the Churches Enemies. pn31 vbz av dt j n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10309 But in the Vindication of Gods glory upon them, in the deliverance of his people from them, in Gods fulfilling of his word in their destruction, in the preserving and upholding the peace, government, order, But in the Vindication of God's glory upon them, in the deliverance of his people from them, in God's fulfilling of his word in their destruction, in the preserving and upholding the peace, government, order, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp npg1 vvg pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg dt n1, n1, n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10310 and discipline of the world, put out of order by them, they ought to rejoyce, and heartily to praise God for them. and discipline of the world, put out of order by them, they ought to rejoice, and heartily to praise God for them. cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vvd av pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, pns32 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc av-j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1026 Page 527
10311 Ʋse 3. In the third place, Hath God other ends to be obtained in the punishment of wicked men, besides their amendment and reformation? Let us endeavour then, that he may obtain them. Ʋse 3. In the third place, Hath God other ends to be obtained in the punishment of wicked men, beside their amendment and Reformation? Let us endeavour then, that he may obtain them. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vhz np1 j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, p-acp po32 n1 cc n1? vvb pno12 vvi av, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1027 Page 527
10312 That a sinner by his trouble and afflictions should be amended, reformed, and made better, must be the product of his personal endeavour, with Gods blessing upon it. That a sinner by his trouble and afflictions should be amended, reformed, and made better, must be the product of his personal endeavour, with God's blessing upon it. cst dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n2 vmd vbi vvn, vvn, cc vvd av-jc, vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pn31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1027 Page 527
10313 But for those other ends I mentioned, we may contribute to Gods obtaining of them, But for those other ends I mentioned, we may contribute to God's obtaining of them, p-acp p-acp d j-jn n2 pns11 vvd, pns12 vmb vvi p-acp n2 vvg pp-f pno32, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1027 Page 527
10314 when at any time we see any such tremendous dispensations, as Gods subverting wretches in their heaps of sin, making some dreadful examples of his vengeance. when At any time we see any such tremendous dispensations, as God's subverting wretches in their heaps of since, making Some dreadful Examples of his vengeance. c-crq p-acp d n1 pns12 vvb d d j n2, c-acp ng1 vvg n2 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, vvg d j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1027 Page 527
10315 1. Let us first give God the glory of his Justice, and Truth, and Goodness, reflecting upon these Attributes of God in our Meditations, speaking of them unto others. 1. Let us First give God the glory of his justice, and Truth, and goodness, reflecting upon these Attributes of God in our Meditations, speaking of them unto Others. crd vvb pno12 ord vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc n1, cc n1, vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg pp-f pno32 p-acp n2-jn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 527
10316 Do you see God executing vengeance upon some sinners (for he doth not make all examples of his wrath)? but do you see him at any time remarkably punishing some notorious transgressors? Be thinking with your selves, Oh how righteous a God is our God? who shall not fear before him? how true is his word? I have had sometimes Atheistical thoughts, Do you see God executing vengeance upon Some Sinners (for he does not make all Examples of his wrath)? but do you see him At any time remarkably punishing Some notorious transgressors? Be thinking with your selves, O how righteous a God is our God? who shall not Fear before him? how true is his word? I have had sometime Atheistical thoughts, vdb pn22 vvi np1 vvg n1 p-acp d n2 (c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi d n2 pp-f po31 n1)? p-acp vdb pn22 vvi pno31 p-acp d n1 av-j vvg d j n2? vbb vvg p-acp po22 n2, uh q-crq j dt n1 vbz po12 n1? q-crq vmb xx vvi p-acp pno31? q-crq j vbz po31 n1? pns11 vhb vhn av j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 527
10317 and been ready to think God is not so severe against sin, as I have heard; and been ready to think God is not so severe against since, as I have herd; cc vbn j pc-acp vvi np1 vbz xx av j p-acp n1, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 527
10318 or his word is not so certain and faithful: or his word is not so certain and faithful: cc po31 n1 vbz xx av j cc j: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 527
10319 but, as I have heard, so I now see in the dealings of God, he hath said, Blood-thirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days. but, as I have herd, so I now see in the dealings of God, he hath said, Bloodthirsty and deceitful men shall not live out half their days. cc-acp, c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, av pns11 av vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, pns31 vhz vvn, j cc j n2 vmb xx vvi av av-jn po32 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 527
10320 Lo here men of violence, bloodthirsty, cruel men, persecutors of the People of God, cut off in their youth, in the heighth of their rage, Lo Here men of violence, bloodthirsty, cruel men, persecutors of the People of God, Cut off in their youth, in the height of their rage, uh av n2 pp-f n1, j, j n2, n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb a-acp p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10321 and be speaking to your children, to your servants, to your friends, of the Justice and Truth of God upon such occasions: and be speaking to your children, to your Servants, to your Friends, of the justice and Truth of God upon such occasions: cc vbi vvg p-acp po22 n2, p-acp po22 n2, p-acp po22 n2, pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10322 you have heard that God doth many times execute vengeance upon finners, that he might get glory upon them; you have herd that God does many times execute vengeance upon finners, that he might get glory upon them; pn22 vhb vvn cst np1 vdz d n2 vvi n1 p-acp n2, cst pns31 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pno32; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10323 that being they would not actively glorify him, he might fetch his glory out of them; that being they would not actively Glorify him, he might fetch his glory out of them; cst vbg pns32 vmd xx av-j vvi pno31, pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 av pp-f pno32; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10324 and he may be taken notice of in the world as a just and righteous God, and he may be taken notice of in the world as a just and righteous God, cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn n1 pp-f p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j cc j np1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10325 and as a pure and holy God, of purer eyes than to behold any iniquity; and as a pure and holy God, of Purer eyes than to behold any iniquity; cc p-acp dt j cc j np1, pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi d n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10346 by and by he passed away, and lo he was not; thou soughtest him, and he was not found; by and by he passed away, and lo he was not; thou soughtest him, and he was not found; p-acp cc a-acp pns31 vvd av, cc uh pns31 vbds xx; pns21 vvd2 pno31, cc pns31 vbds xx vvn; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10326 and as a mighty and powerful God, that is able to break in pieces the proudest and stoutest rebels, that set themselves in opposition to him. and as a mighty and powerful God, that is able to break in Pieces the proudest and Stoutest rebels, that Set themselves in opposition to him. cc c-acp dt j cc j np1, cst vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 dt js cc js n2, cst vvb px32 p-acp n1 p-acp pno31. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1028 Page 528
10327 2. Let us take example and warning from the harms of others. 2. Let us take Exampl and warning from the harms of Others. crd vvb pno12 vvi n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10328 This is one end that man aims at in his punishments, to make others afraid of committing the same things: This is one end that man aims At in his punishments, to make Others afraid of committing the same things: d vbz crd n1 cst n1 vvz p-acp p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi n2-jn j pp-f vvg dt d n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10329 and this is one thing which (as you have heard) God aims at. It was Gods command, Deut. 13.11. that those that tempted others to Idolatry, should be stoned to death, vers. 9, 10. God in this could not propound the good or reformation of the person so stoned. and this is one thing which (as you have herd) God aims At. It was God's command, Deuteronomy 13.11. that those that tempted Others to Idolatry, should be stoned to death, vers. 9, 10. God in this could not propound the good or Reformation of the person so stoned. cc d vbz crd n1 r-crq (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) np1 vvz p-acp. pn31 vbds npg1 n1, np1 crd. cst d cst vvd ng2-jn p-acp n1, vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, fw-la. crd, crd np1 p-acp d vmd xx vvi dt j cc n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10330 Well, what doth he then aim at? Vers. 11. And all Israel shall hear, and fear, and do no more any such wickedness: Well, what does he then aim At? Vers. 11. And all Israel shall hear, and Fear, and do no more any such wickedness: uh-av, q-crq vdz pns31 av vvi p-acp? np1 crd cc d np1 vmb vvi, cc n1, cc vdb dx av-dc d d n1: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10331 you have the same thing in the case of the Rebel, that should do any thing presumptuously, Deut. 17.13. And all the people shall hear and fear, and do no more presumptuously: you have the same thing in the case of the Rebel, that should do any thing presumptuously, Deuteronomy 17.13. And all the people shall hear and Fear, and do no more presumptuously: pn22 vhb dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vmd vdi d n1 av-j, np1 crd. cc d dt n1 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc vdb dx av-dc av-j: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10332 you see this is one thing God aims at in punishing notorious sinners; you see this is one thing God aims At in punishing notorious Sinners; pn22 vvb d vbz crd n1 np1 vvz p-acp p-acp vvg j n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10333 and indeed, what he doth most generally aim at, where the punishment reacheth to death, especially if sudden; and indeed, what he does most generally aim At, where the punishment reaches to death, especially if sudden; cc av, r-crq pns31 vdz ds av-j vvb p-acp, c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, av-j cs j; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10334 for although it be truth, that that God who had mercy upon the theef upon the Cross, may have mercy upon a profligate notorious wretch in the last hour, for although it be truth, that that God who had mercy upon the thief upon the Cross, may have mercy upon a profligate notorious wretch in the last hour, c-acp cs pn31 vbb n1, cst d np1 r-crq vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb vhi n1 p-acp dt n1 j n1 p-acp dt ord n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10335 yet there is little hopes of it: yet there is little hope's of it: av pc-acp vbz j n2 pp-f pn31: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10336 but I say, in such punishments, undoubtedly next to the vindication of his own glory, the great end which God aimeth at, is the terror and affrightment of others, that they may hear, but I say, in such punishments, undoubtedly next to the vindication of his own glory, the great end which God aimeth At, is the terror and affrightment of Others, that they may hear, cc-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp d n2, av-j ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2-jn, cst pns32 vmb vvi, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10337 and fear, and do no more wickedly. and Fear, and do no more wickedly. cc n1, cc vdb dx av-dc av-j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10338 Let us therefore make it our business so to improve such Providences, that God may have his end upon us, by our hearing, seeing, fearing, Let us Therefore make it our business so to improve such Providences, that God may have his end upon us, by our hearing, seeing, fearing, vvb pno12 av vvi pn31 po12 n1 av pc-acp vvi d n2, cst np1 vmb vhi po31 n1 p-acp pno12, p-acp po12 n-vvg, vvg, vvg, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10339 and avoiding those sins against which we see the wrath of God so remarkably revealed: and avoiding those Sins against which we see the wrath of God so remarkably revealed: cc vvg d n2 p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 av av-j vvn: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10340 Thou seest in the world debauched drunkards, filthy adulterers, profane Sabbath-breakers, prodigious blasphemers, mischievous Nimrods, great hunters, Thou See in the world debauched drunkards, filthy Adulterers, profane Sabbath breakers, prodigious blasphemers, mischievous Nimrods, great Hunters, pns21 vv2 p-acp dt n1 j-vvn n2, j n2, j n2, j n2, j npg1, j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10341 and persecutors of such as fear God; and persecutors of such as Fear God; cc n2 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 528
10342 some of them (it may be) young men, some with numerous families, others of fair estates, &c. healthy bodies like enough to have lived in the world many days. Some of them (it may be) young men, Some with numerous families, Others of fair estates, etc. healthy bodies like enough to have lived in the world many days. d pp-f pno32 (pn31 vmb vbi) j n2, d p-acp j n2, n2-jn pp-f j n2, av j n2 j av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1 d n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10343 On a sudden with David, Psal. 73.18. Thou seest them cast into destruction, brought into a destruction, as in a moment, utterly consumed with the Lords terrors; On a sudden with David, Psalm 73.18. Thou See them cast into destruction, brought into a destruction, as in a moment, utterly consumed with the lords terrors; p-acp dt j p-acp np1, np1 crd. pns21 vv2 pno32 vvi p-acp n1, vvn p-acp dt n1, a-acp p-acp dt n1, av-j vvn p-acp dt n2 n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10344 thou seest them written childless, or with Ananias and Saphira struck dead; thou See them written childless, or with Ananias and Sapphira struck dead; pns21 vv2 pno32 vvn j, cc p-acp np1 cc np1 vvd j; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10349 how many young wretches have you seen cut off in the beginning and strength of their years! how many young wretches have you seen Cut off in the beginning and strength of their Years! c-crq d j n2 vhb pn22 vvn vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2! (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10350 Knots of Hectors (as this age calls them) in whose constitution nothing could be seen, Knots of Hectors (as this age calls them) in whose constitution nothing could be seen, n2 pp-f npg1 (c-acp d n1 vvz pno32) p-acp rg-crq n1 pix vmd vbi vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10351 but that they might have out-lived hundreds of us, and in a few years they are tumbled into their graves: but that they might have outlived hundreds of us, and in a few Years they Are tumbled into their graves: cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn crd pp-f pno12, cc p-acp dt d n2 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10352 you seek for them, and not one of the old brood found. you seek for them, and not one of the old brood found. pn22 vvb p-acp pno32, cc xx pi pp-f dt j n1 vvn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10353 O let all of us hear, and fear, and take heed of those leud courses, which God hath in our sight so revenged upon them. O let all of us hear, and Fear, and take heed of those lewd courses, which God hath in our sighed so revenged upon them. sy vvb d pp-f pno12 vvi, cc vvb, cc vvb n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq np1 vhz p-acp po12 n1 av vvn p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10354 It is one end of these severe punishments of God, that others should learn righteousness. It is one end of these severe punishments of God, that Others should Learn righteousness. pn31 vbz crd n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f np1, cst n2-jn vmd vvi n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10355 Let us by these warnings be startled, and take heed of those sins in which they lived, Let us by these Warnings be startled, and take heed of those Sins in which they lived, vvb pno12 p-acp d n2 vbb vvn, cc vvb n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10356 and which we may reasonably judg brought this quick vengeance upon them. and which we may reasonably judge brought this quick vengeance upon them. cc r-crq pns12 vmb av-j n1 vvd d j n1 p-acp pno32. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1029 Page 529
10357 Ʋse 4. Lastly, Doth God sometimes punish sinners, who he knoweth will but be worse, not at all amended by his rod: Ʋse 4. Lastly, Does God sometime Punish Sinners, who he Knoweth will but be Worse, not At all amended by his rod: j crd ord, vdz np1 av vvb n2, r-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp vbi jc, xx p-acp d vvn p-acp po31 n1: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10358 And is this consistent with his Holiness and Justice? O let every one of us then that hath been afflicted, And is this consistent with his Holiness and justice? Oh let every one of us then that hath been afflicted, cc vbz d j p-acp po31 n1 cc n1? uh vvb d crd pp-f pno12 av cst vhz vbn vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10359 or that shall fall under the afflicting hand of God in any kind, make it our business to search what Gods end was in his afflicting us, or that shall fallen under the afflicting hand of God in any kind, make it our business to search what God's end was in his afflicting us, cc cst vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, vvb pn31 po12 n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 vvb vbds p-acp po31 vvg pno12, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10360 whether he aimed at our good, or meerly his own glory, and the good of others. whither he aimed At our good, or merely his own glory, and the good of Others. cs pns31 vvd p-acp po12 j, cc av-j po31 d n1, cc dt j pp-f n2-jn. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10361 Let me tell you, it will be a very sad reflexion for us, to reflect upon Gods visiting us with some grievous sickness, Let me tell you, it will be a very sad reflection for us, to reflect upon God's visiting us with Some grievous sickness, vvb pno11 vvi pn22, pn31 vmb vbi dt av j n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp n2 vvg pno12 p-acp d j n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10362 or punishing us in our estates and relations, &c. and not to be able to satisfy our selves, that God aimed at more in his bitter Providences, or punishing us in our estates and relations, etc. and not to be able to satisfy our selves, that God aimed At more in his bitter Providences, cc vvg pno12 p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, av cc xx pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst np1 vvd p-acp av-dc p-acp po31 j n2, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10363 than the getting himself glory upon us, or the bettering of others; than the getting himself glory upon us, or the bettering of Others; cs dt vvg px31 n1 p-acp pno12, cc dt n-vvg pp-f n2-jn; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10364 for there is none comes out of an affliction, but he comes out better or worse, more hardned, for there is none comes out of an affliction, but he comes out better or Worse, more hardened, c-acp pc-acp vbz pix vvz av pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz av av-jc cc av-jc, dc j-vvn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10365 or with a more softned and tender heart, more holy, or more profane and stupid. or with a more softened and tender heart, more holy, or more profane and stupid. cc p-acp dt av-dc vvd cc j n1, av-dc j, cc av-dc j cc j. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10366 But you will say to me, How shall we be able to make up this Judgment? who knows the aims and intendments of a man in action, But you will say to me, How shall we be able to make up this Judgement? who knows the aims and intendments of a man in actium, p-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, q-crq vmb pns12 vbi j pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1? q-crq vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 529
10367 but the spirit of a man that is within him? and who knows the aims and intendments of God, save only God himself? I answer, God is never frustrated of his end; but the Spirit of a man that is within him? and who knows the aims and intendments of God, save only God himself? I answer, God is never frustrated of his end; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cst vbz a-acp pno31? cc q-crq vvz dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp j np1 px31? pns11 vvb, np1 vbz av-x vvn pp-f po31 n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10368 man may, as not being able to accomplish it, God cannot. man may, as not being able to accomplish it, God cannot. n1 vmb, c-acp xx vbg j pc-acp vvi pn31, np1 vmbx. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10369 'Tis easie therefore to know the Counsels of God concerning thee in this case by the effects: It's easy Therefore to know the Counsels of God Concerning thee in this case by the effects: pn31|vbz j av pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvg pno21 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10370 Examine therefore what effects hath thy affliction had upon thee. Examine Therefore what effects hath thy affliction had upon thee. vvb av q-crq n2 vhz po21 n1 vhd p-acp pno21. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10371 Wherein art thou more amended? The amendment of a person upon the sad Providences of God lyes much in these two things, Repentance and Mortification. 2. Having a better heart for duty, Wherein art thou more amended? The amendment of a person upon the sad Providences of God lies much in these two things, Repentance and Mortification. 2. Having a better heart for duty, c-crq vb2r pns21 n1 vvn? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 vvz av-d p-acp d crd n2, n1 cc n1. crd vhg dt jc n1 p-acp n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10372 and being more diligent in the practice of it. Search and examine thy soul then upon these two points. and being more diligent in the practice of it. Search and examine thy soul then upon these two points. cc vbg dc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. n1 cc vvi po21 n1 av p-acp d crd n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10373 Say to thy self, 1. My soul, thou hast drank of the waters of Marah; God hath dealt bitterly with thee; Say to thy self, 1. My soul, thou hast drank of the waters of Marah; God hath dealt bitterly with thee; np1 p-acp po21 n1, crd po11 n1, pns21 vh2 vvd pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; np1 vhz vvn av-j p-acp pno21; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10374 I have been at the very brink of the grave: I have lost a fair estate, God hath crost me in my dearest relations. I have been At the very brink of the grave: I have lost a fair estate, God hath crossed me in my dearest relations. pns11 vhb vbn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: pns11 vhb vvn dt j n1, np1 vhz vvn pno11 p-acp po11 js-jn n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10375 What sins have I the more reflected upon for these things? wherein have I been more humbled for the mighty hand of God upon me, What Sins have I the more reflected upon for these things? wherein have I been more humbled for the mighty hand of God upon me, q-crq n2 vhb pns11 dt av-dc vvn p-acp p-acp d n2? c-crq vhb pns11 vbn av-dc vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10376 or mine? what sin more have I left? am I grown less worldly and carnal? what lust have I got a further victory over? have I a better command of my passions? am I grown meeker? am I more humble? is my spirit more broken? do I see more of my own vileness than I did? have I learned with Job, to abhor my self, and to repent in dust and ashes, to lay mine hand upon my mouth? Or, 2. Enquire of thy soul, wherein by this affliction, either thy habits of the grace, or mine? what since more have I left? am I grown less worldly and carnal? what lust have I god a further victory over? have I a better command of my passion? am I grown Meeker? am I more humble? is my Spirit more broken? do I see more of my own vileness than I did? have I learned with Job, to abhor my self, and to Repent in dust and Ashes, to lay mine hand upon my Mouth? Or, 2. Inquire of thy soul, wherein by this affliction, either thy habits of the grace, cc png11? q-crq n1 av-dc vhb pns11 vvn? vbm pns11 vvn av-dc j cc j? q-crq n1 vhb pns11 vvn dt jc n1 a-acp? vhb pns11 dt jc n1 pp-f po11 n2? vbm pns11 vvn jc? vbm pns11 av-dc j? vbz po11 n1 av-dc vvn? vdb pns11 vvi dc pp-f po11 d n1 cs pns11 vdd? vhb pns11 vvn p-acp n1, p-acp vvb po11 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc n2, pc-acp vvi po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1? cc, crd vvb pp-f po21 n1, c-crq p-acp d n1, d po21 n2 pp-f dt n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10377 or practice of piety and godliness hath been advantaged; or practice of piety and godliness hath been advantaged; cc n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vhz vbn vvn; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10378 whether thy faith or patience be improved, thy meekness and humility improved, or any of those habits of grace which use to grow under the rod. whither thy faith or patience be improved, thy meekness and humility improved, or any of those habits of grace which use to grow under the rod. cs po21 n1 cc n1 vbb vvn, po21 n1 cc n1 vvn, cc d pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10379 Enquire of thy self, wherein thou art improved as to the practice of Piety; Inquire of thy self, wherein thou art improved as to the practice of Piety; vvb pp-f po21 n1, c-crq pns21 vb2r vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10380 whether thou hast since thy affliction learned to keep the Lords statutes, to walk in thy house in a more perfect way. whither thou hast since thy affliction learned to keep the lords statutes, to walk in thy house in a more perfect Way. cs pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2, p-acp vvb p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt av-dc j n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10381 Give me leave to mind you what you see every day. Give me leave to mind you what you see every day. vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq pn22 vvb d n1. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10382 It is the sign of a decaying plant, not to shoot forth, and look more green, It is the Signen of a decaying plant, not to shoot forth, and look more green, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, xx pc-acp vvi av, cc vvb av-dc j-jn, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10383 after a shower, much more to wither, and dwindle after it: After a shower, much more to wither, and dwindle After it: p-acp dt n1, av-d av-dc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp pn31: (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10384 Afflictions are Gods showres, almost all sorts of people in this Nation, have had great plenty of them within the age we have lived in; Afflictions Are God's showers, almost all sorts of people in this nation, have had great plenty of them within the age we have lived in; n2 vbr ng1 n2, av d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, vhb vhn j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pns12 vhb vvn p-acp; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10385 the face of Religion amongst us at this day, gives little evidence, that Gods aim in it, was the amendment and reformation of the persons under those troubles and afflictions which they have met with; the face of Religion among us At this day, gives little evidence, that God's aim in it, was the amendment and Reformation of the Persons under those Troubles and afflictions which they have met with; dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, vvz j n1, cst n2 vvb p-acp pn31, vbds dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp d n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10386 it concerneth us to look to our selves. it concerns us to look to our selves. pn31 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10387 If Gods end was only to try what we would be, to vindicate his own glory, his power, justice, If God's end was only to try what we would be, to vindicate his own glory, his power, Justice, cs ng1 n1 vbds av-j pc-acp vvi r-crq pns12 vmd vbi, pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, po31 n1, n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 530
10388 and holiness upon us, to deter others from the like practices; and holiness upon us, to deter Others from the like practices; cc n1 p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp dt j n2; (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 531
10389 whatever good may by our afflictions be occasioned to God in the vindication of his glory, whatever good may by our afflictions be occasioned to God in the vindication of his glory, r-crq j vmb p-acp po12 n2 vbb vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 531
10390 or to others in their learning righteousness, it is but a sad symptom of ruin to our selves. or to Others in their learning righteousness, it is but a sad Symptom of ruin to our selves. cc p-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 n1 n1, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2. (44) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 531
10711 they had not indeed the light of the Gospel, but they had the light of nature. they had not indeed the Light of the Gospel, but they had the Light of nature. pns32 vhd xx av dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10391 SERMON XL. 1 Kings XIV. 1. At that time Abijah the Son of Jerobam fell sick. Vers. 17. The child dyed. SERMON XL. 1 Kings XIV. 1. At that time Abijah the Son of jeroboam fell sick. Vers. 17. The child died. n1 crd. crd n2 np1. crd p-acp d n1 np1 dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd j. np1 crd dt n1 vvd. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1030 Page 531
10392 I Am opening to you the hard Chapters of Divine Providence, Actual Providence justifying the Lords ways to be equal, I Am opening to you the hard Chapters of Divine Providence, Actual Providence justifying the lords ways to be equal, pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn22 dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, j n1 vvg dt n2 n2 pc-acp vbi j-jn, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10393 even where they appear less equal to our sense and reason. I am at present discoursing the Equity of Punitive Providences. even where they appear less equal to our sense and reason. I am At present discoursing the Equity of Punitive Providences. av c-crq pns32 vvb av-dc j-jn p-acp po12 n1 cc n1. pns11 vbm p-acp j vvg dt n1 pp-f j n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10394 I have here shewed you how consistent it is with the Justice, Holiness, and Goodness of God, to be the Author of evil to, though not in the Sons of men; I have Here showed you how consistent it is with the justice, Holiness, and goodness of God, to be the Author of evil to, though not in the Sons of men; pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp, c-acp xx p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10395 the Author of the Evil of punishment, though not of the evil of sin. I have shewed you how consistent it is with the Attributes and Perfections of the Divine Nature, to punish and trouble his own people, the Author of the Evil of punishment, though not of the evil of since. I have showed you how consistent it is with the Attributes and Perfections of the Divine Nature, to Punish and trouble his own people, dt n1 pp-f dt n-jn pp-f n1, cs xx pp-f dt j-jn pp-f n1. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 d n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10396 even such as he hath accepted of a satisfaction for their sins at the hand of his Son, whose iniquities he hath pardoned, &c. How consistent it is with the Wisdom, Justice, Holiness, even such as he hath accepted of a satisfaction for their Sins At the hand of his Son, whose iniquities he hath pardoned, etc. How consistent it is with the Wisdom, justice, Holiness, av d c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, rg-crq n2 pns31 vhz vvn, av q-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, n1, n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10397 and Goodness of God to punish wicked men, though he knoweth afflictions will do them no good, and goodness of God to Punish wicked men, though he Knoweth afflictions will do them no good, cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi j n2, cs pns31 vvz n2 vmb vdi pno32 dx j, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10398 but make them worse, hardening their hearts, and giving them occasion to blaspheme, because of their plagues. but make them Worse, hardening their hearts, and giving them occasion to Blaspheme, Because of their plagues. cc-acp vvb pno32 av-jc, vvg po32 n2, cc vvg pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp pp-f po32 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10399 But we do not only see adult, and grown persons smitten of God and afflicted, But we do not only see adult, and grown Persons smitten of God and afflicted, cc-acp pns12 vdb xx av-j vvi n1, cc vvn n2 vvn pp-f np1 cc j-vvn, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10400 and those as well such as fear God, as those who have no fear of God before their eyes; and those as well such as Fear God, as those who have no Fear of God before their eyes; cc d c-acp av d c-acp n1 np1, c-acp d r-crq vhb dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10401 but we also see children smitten of God, such of whom we say, They have neither done good nor evil. The Question is, Quest. but we also see children smitten of God, such of whom we say, They have neither done good nor evil. The Question is, Quest. cc-acp pns12 av vvb n2 vvn pp-f np1, d pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb, pns32 vhb dx vdi j ccx j-jn. dt n1 vbz, n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1031 Page 531
10402 How this dispensation of Actual Providence is reconcileable to the justice and goodness of God. How this Dispensation of Actual Providence is reconcilable to the Justice and Goodness of God. q-crq d n1 pp-f j n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1032 Page 532
10403 That which blindeth our eyes, and maketh this motion of Providence appear more hard and difficult to be understood by us, is the supposed innocency of children, they perish oft-times before they come to exercise any acts of reason. That which blinds our eyes, and makes this motion of Providence appear more hard and difficult to be understood by us, is the supposed innocency of children, they perish ofttimes before they come to exercise any acts of reason. cst r-crq vvz po12 n2, cc vv2 d n1 pp-f n1 vvi av-dc j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno12, vbz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f n2, pns32 vvb av c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10404 Concerning the eternal state of children, dying in their infancy, I shall determine nothing, because indeed the Scripture (that I know of) no-where determines all so dying within the election of grace, nor that Christ as to all such hath expiated the guilt of Adams sin, or original corruption; nor that effectual saving grace doth always attend the Ordinance of Baptism, though they be brought under it, which yet many are not. Concerning the Eternal state of children, dying in their infancy, I shall determine nothing, Because indeed the Scripture (that I know of) nowhere determines all so dying within the election of grace, nor that christ as to all such hath expiated the guilt of Adams since, or original corruption; nor that effectual Saving grace does always attend the Ordinance of Baptism, though they be brought under it, which yet many Are not. vvg dt j n1 pp-f n2, vvg p-acp po32 n1, pns11 vmb vvi pix, c-acp av dt n1 (cst pns11 vvb pp-f) j vvz d av vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx cst np1 a-acp p-acp d d vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc j-jn n1; ccx cst j j-vvg n1 vdz av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq av d vbr xx. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10405 This is a great secret what God doth with the souls of children dying in infancy. This is a great secret what God does with the Souls of children dying in infancy. d vbz dt j n-jn r-crq np1 vdz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10406 But this is not what I have to do with, what God doth with the souls of such we see not; But this is not what I have to do with, what God does with the Souls of such we see not; p-acp d vbz xx r-crq pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp, r-crq np1 vdz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d pns12 vvb xx; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10407 we have no sufficient means to understand, and therefore freely leave them to the good pleasure of God. we have no sufficient means to understand, and Therefore freely leave them to the good pleasure of God. pns12 vhb dx j n2 pc-acp vvi, cc av av-j vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10408 But we see they are afflicted as well as others, they dye as much as others, if not in greater numbers. But we see they Are afflicted as well as Others, they die as much as Others, if not in greater numbers. cc-acp pns12 vvb pns32 vbr vvn a-acp av c-acp n2-jn, pns32 vvb p-acp d c-acp n2-jn, cs xx p-acp jc n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10409 Shall we say the hand of God is not in this thing? Or that their sicknesses and deaths are no effects of punitive Providence, or vindicative justice, Shall we say the hand of God is not in this thing? Or that their Sicknesses and death's Are no effects of punitive Providence, or vindicative Justice, vmb pns12 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx p-acp d n1? cc cst po32 n2 cc n2 vbr dx n2 pp-f j n1, cc j n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10410 but the meer product of a disordered nature and temper? this were certainly to contradict the holy Scriptures, where we find the afflictions of children made the matter of threatnings, the executions of punishments upon them ascribed to God. but the mere product of a disordered nature and temper? this were Certainly to contradict the holy Scriptures, where we find the afflictions of children made the matter of threatenings, the executions of punishments upon them ascribed to God. cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1 cc n1? d vbdr av-j pc-acp vvi dt j n2, c-crq pns12 vvb dt n2 pp-f n2 vvd dt n1 pp-f n2-vvg, dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp pno32 vvd p-acp np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10411 God by his Prophet threatned the death of Davids child by Bathsheba; and of Jeroboams child in this Text, see vers. 12. The afflictions and troubles of children rise no more out of the dust, God by his Prophet threatened the death of Davids child by Bathsheba; and of Jeroboams child in this Text, see vers. 12. The afflictions and Troubles of children rise no more out of the dust, np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 p-acp np1; cc pp-f vvz n1 p-acp d n1, vvb zz. crd dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n2 vvb av-dx av-dc av pp-f dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10412 nor more spring out of the ground than others; nor more spring out of the ground than Others; ccx av-dc n1 av pp-f dt n1 cs n2-jn; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10413 their afflictions come at his command, work at his command, bring forth the issues which he willeth them, their afflictions come At his command, work At his command, bring forth the issues which he wills them, po32 n2 vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb av dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pno32, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10414 and are punishments as well as the afflictions of more adult and grown persons. and Are punishments as well as the afflictions of more adult and grown Persons. cc vbr n2 p-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dc n1 cc j-vvn n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10415 My business must be to reconcile this motion of Divine Providence, to Divine justice and goodness. My business must be to reconcile this motion of Divine Providence, to Divine Justice and Goodness. po11 n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp j-jn n1 cc n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10416 In order to which, I shall offer you several considerations. In order to which, I shall offer you several considerations. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 j n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1033 Page 532
10417 1. Could I assure you, that all children dying in their infancy, are undoubtedly saved, either as being within the decree of election, 1. Could I assure you, that all children dying in their infancy, Are undoubtedly saved, either as being within the Decree of election, crd vmd pns11 vvi pn22, cst d n2 vvg p-acp po32 n1, vbr av-j vvn, d c-acp vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 532
10418 and all of them chosen in Christ to eternal life before the foundation of the world, and all of them chosen in christ to Eternal life before the Foundation of the world, cc d pp-f pno32 vvn p-acp np1 p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 532
10419 or as having their share in the guilt of Adams sin expiated by Christ, and their original pollution washed away in his blood, this question were determined, or as having their share in the guilt of Adams sin expiated by christ, and their original pollution washed away in his blood, this question were determined, cc a-acp vhg po32 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb vvn p-acp np1, cc po32 j-jn n1 vvn av p-acp po31 n1, d n1 vbdr vvn, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10420 and the objection of no value. and the objection of no valve. cc dt n1 pp-f dx n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10421 It is a priviledged soul that first gets out of the prison of the flesh into the liberty, the glorious liberty of the sons of God. It is a privileged soul that First gets out of the prison of the Flesh into the liberty, the glorious liberty of the Sons of God. pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 cst ord vvz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10422 Supposing this, it would be no act of justice and severity, but mercy and goodness of God, to cut off our children from the womb, and from the breasts; Supposing this, it would be no act of Justice and severity, but mercy and Goodness of God, to Cut off our children from the womb, and from the breasts; vvg d, pn31 vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc-acp n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10423 to deliver them from the bodily pains and aches, from all other vexations, crosses and disturbances which they shall be sure to meet with in the world; to deliver them from the bodily pains and aches, from all other vexations, Crosses and disturbances which they shall be sure to meet with in the world; pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n2 cc n2, p-acp d j-jn n2, n2 cc n2 r-crq pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10424 happy, thrice happy is that soul certainly that makes but one leap from the womb into Abrahams bosom, that takes but one step into the world, and the next into Paradise: happy, thrice happy is that soul Certainly that makes but one leap from the womb into Abrahams bosom, that Takes but one step into the world, and the next into Paradise: j, av j vbz d n1 av-j cst vvz p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1, cst vvz p-acp crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt ord p-acp n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10425 and certainly this is the case of very many; Christ hath told us, that of such is the kingdom of God: and Certainly this is the case of very many; christ hath told us, that of such is the Kingdom of God: cc av-j d vbz dt n1 pp-f av d; np1 vhz vvn pno12, cst pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10426 if all such be not there (as to which the Scripture is silent) yet many such are there, all chosen in Christ are there. if all such be not there (as to which the Scripture is silent) yet many such Are there, all chosen in christ Are there. cs d d vbb xx a-acp (c-acp p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz j) av d d vbr a-acp, d vvn p-acp np1 vbr a-acp. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10427 There is good hopes of the seed of those that fear God; the Covenant of God is with his people, and with their seed: There is good hope's of the seed of those that Fear God; the Covenant of God is with his people, and with their seed: pc-acp vbz j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb np1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp po32 n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10428 and how happy are they that can get to Heaven with a groan or two, with such a degree of pain and aches, and how happy Are they that can get to Heaven with a groan or two, with such a degree of pain and aches, cc c-crq j vbr pns32 cst vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10429 as those little bodies can only bear, and that before their reason is improved by its reflections, to make their pains and miseries more bitter. as those little bodies can only bear, and that before their reason is improved by its reflections, to make their pains and misery's more bitter. c-acp d j n2 vmb av-j vvi, cc cst p-acp po32 n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2 cc n2 av-dc j. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10430 So that as to all such as are ordained unto life, the case is plain; So that as to all such as Are ordained unto life, the case is plain; av cst a-acp p-acp d d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1, dt n1 vbz j; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10431 Divine goodness is eminently seen in giving them so short a passage through the vale of misery, Divine Goodness is eminently seen in giving them so short a passage through the vale of misery, j-jn n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp vvg pno32 av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10432 and shewing them a far shorter and nearer way to Heaven, than what more grown persons must go, through much tribulation. and showing them a Far shorter and nearer Way to Heaven, than what more grown Persons must go, through much tribulation. cc vvg pno32 dt av-j jc cc jc n1 p-acp n1, cs r-crq n1 vvn n2 vmb vvi, p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10433 Now though I cannot assure you this concerning all, yet I can concerning many, which makes the day of their afflictions and death to be much better than the day wherein it was said of them, There is a child born into the world: Now though I cannot assure you this Concerning all, yet I can Concerning many, which makes the day of their afflictions and death to be much better than the day wherein it was said of them, There is a child born into the world: av cs pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 d vvg d, av pns11 vmb vvg d, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 cc n1 pc-acp vbi av-d jc cs dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbds vvn pp-f pno32, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10434 and surely if the Thracians (who were heathens) upon the prospect of no more than the miseries to which humane life is subjected, could alter the common custom of rejoycing at Nativities, and surely if the Thracians (who were Heathens) upon the prospect of no more than the misery's to which humane life is subjected, could altar the Common custom of rejoicing At Nativities, cc av-j cs dt njp2 (r-crq vbdr n2-jn) p-acp dt n1 pp-f dx dc cs dt n2 p-acp r-crq j n1 vbz vvn, vmd vvi dt j n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10435 and mourning at Burials, into a mourning at the birth of their children, and a rejoycing and triumphing at the death of their friends; and mourning At Burials, into a mourning At the birth of their children, and a rejoicing and triumphing At the death of their Friends; cc vvg p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc dt vvg cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10436 we to whom a life and immortality is brought to light by the Gospel, and to whom the immediate transition of elect souls out of a state of mortality and misery, into a state of happiness and eternal blessedness, is matter of faith, have much more reason to adore the goodness of God in the present determination of our childrens lives, we to whom a life and immortality is brought to Light by the Gospel, and to whom the immediate transition of elect Souls out of a state of mortality and misery, into a state of happiness and Eternal blessedness, is matter of faith, have much more reason to adore the Goodness of God in the present determination of our Children's lives, pns12 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp ro-crq dt j n1 pp-f j-vvn n2 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, vbz n1 pp-f n1, vhb d dc n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po12 ng2 n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10437 than to quarrel at Divine Providence for bringing such things to pass, while it doth us, than to quarrel At Divine Providence for bringing such things to pass, while it does us, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vvi, cs pn31 vdz pno12, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 533
10438 nor ours, any further harm than depriving us of the little pleasure we take in beholding those pictures of our selves, dandling them in our laps, hugging them in our bosoms, nor ours, any further harm than depriving us of the little pleasure we take in beholding those pictures of our selves, dandling them in our laps, hugging them in our bosoms, ccx png12, d jc n1 cs vvg pno12 pp-f dt j n1 pns12 vvb p-acp vvg d n2 pp-f po12 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp po12 n2, vvg pno32 p-acp po12 n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 534
10439 while also this pleasure is embittered to us by a thousand fears, and cares, and sollicitudes, while also this pleasure is embittered to us by a thousand fears, and Cares, and solicitudes, cs av d n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt crd n2, cc n2, cc n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 534
10440 and troubles, for, with, and concerning them. and Troubles, for, with, and Concerning them. cc n2, c-acp, p-acp, cc vvg pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 534
10441 But because I cannot assure you this concerning all, something further must yet be said to vindicate the justice of God in this dispensation. But Because I cannot assure you this Concerning all, something further must yet be said to vindicate the Justice of God in this Dispensation. cc-acp c-acp pns11 vmbx vvi pn22 d vvg d, pi jc vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1034 Page 534
10442 2. Therefore, I say, the original sin of children is enough to justifie God in all his afflictions of Children: nor is this, that I know, denied by any valuable or considerable party. 2. Therefore, I say, the original since of children is enough to justify God in all his afflictions of Children: nor is this, that I know, denied by any valuable or considerable party. crd av, pns11 vvb, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vbz d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n2: ccx vbz d, cst pns11 vvb, vvn p-acp d j cc j n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10443 It was indeed the opinion of Arminius, That no person was damned, meerly for original sin; It was indeed the opinion of Arminius, That no person was damned, merely for original since; pn31 vbds av dt n1 pp-f np1, cst dx n1 vbds vvn, av-j p-acp j-jn n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10772 and stopping their ears, and hardning their hearts. and stopping their ears, and hardening their hearts. cc vvg po32 n2, cc vvg po32 n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10444 but upon what grounds none of his disciples have been able ever to tell the world, to any satisfaction: but upon what grounds none of his Disciples have been able ever to tell the world, to any satisfaction: p-acp p-acp r-crq n2 pi pp-f po31 n2 vhb vbn j av pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp d n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10445 and it were strange if they should, when the Scripture saith expresly, Ephes. 2.3. and it were strange if they should, when the Scripture Says expressly, Ephesians 2.3. cc pn31 vbdr j cs pns32 vmd, c-crq dt n1 vvz av-j, np1 crd. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10446 That we are by nature the children of wrath, that is, (certainly) heirs of wrath, That we Are by nature the children of wrath, that is, (Certainly) Heirs of wrath, cst pns12 vbr p-acp n1 dt n2 pp-f n1, cst vbz, (av-j) n2 pp-f n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10447 and exposed to the wrath of God: and the Apostle tells us Rom. 5.18. That by the offence of one man, judgement came upon all to condemnation. and exposed to the wrath of God: and the Apostle tells us Rom. 5.18. That by the offence of one man, judgement Come upon all to condemnation. cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: cc dt n1 vvz pno12 np1 crd. cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f crd n1, n1 vvd p-acp d p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10448 Now when-as all men were by Adams sin subjected to wrath and condemnation, and by their original sin, children of wrath: Now When-as all men were by Adams sin subjected to wrath and condemnation, and by their original since, children of wrath: av j d n2 vbdr p-acp npg1 vvb vvn p-acp n1 cc n1, cc p-acp po32 j-jn n1, n2 pp-f n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10449 what ground hath any to assert that none shall be eternally condemned meerly for original sin, would pose the thoughts of any intelligent person, I think. what ground hath any to assert that none shall be eternally condemned merely for original since, would pose the thoughts of any intelligent person, I think. r-crq n1 vhz d p-acp vvb cst pix vmb vbi av-j vvn av-j p-acp j-jn n1, vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f d j n1, pns11 vvb. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10450 I do indeed know that some tell us, that Christ as to all men expiated the guilt of Adams sin, some add also original sin; others tell us that is all washed off in Baptism. I do indeed know that Some tell us, that christ as to all men expiated the guilt of Adams since, Some add also original since; Others tell us that is all washed off in Baptism. pns11 vdb av vvi cst d vvb pno12, cst np1 a-acp p-acp d n2 vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, d vvb av j-jn n1; n2-jn vvb pno12 d vbz d vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10451 I want one clear Scripture for any thing of this, but yet Arminius never denied (so far as I have read him) that infants have not upon them the guilt of original sin, which God may punish certainly, I want one clear Scripture for any thing of this, but yet Arminius never denied (so Far as I have read him) that Infants have not upon them the guilt of original since, which God may Punish Certainly, pns11 vvb pi j n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f d, cc-acp av np1 av-x vvd (av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pno31) d n2 vhb xx p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq np1 vmb vvi av-j, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10452 if not with eternal, yet with temporal punishments; if not with Eternal, yet with temporal punishments; cs xx p-acp j, av p-acp j n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10453 for even past and pardoned sins may be thus punished, as I have before shewed you in my Observations upon the motions of Actual Providence. for even past and pardoned Sins may be thus punished, as I have before showed you in my Observations upon the motions of Actual Providence. c-acp av j cc vvn n2 vmb vbi av vvn, c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22 p-acp po11 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10454 Every infant cometh into the world under the guilt of the first mans transgression reckoned to him, Every infant comes into the world under the guilt of the First men Transgression reckoned to him, np1 n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord ng1 n1 vvn p-acp pno31, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10455 as he was in the loyns of Adam, and under the want of original righteousness, with an innate pravity and corruption of nature, averse naturally to all that is good; as he was in the loins of Adam, and under the want of original righteousness, with an innate pravity and corruption of nature, averse naturally to all that is good; c-acp pns31 vbds p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, j av-j p-acp d cst vbz j; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10456 prone and inclined unto that which is evil. prove and inclined unto that which is evil. j cc vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10457 Supposing now what Arminius would have, and can never be proved, that God will eternally condemn none meerly for this sin; Supposing now what Arminius would have, and can never be proved, that God will eternally condemn none merely for this since; vvg av r-crq np1 vmd vhi, cc vmb av-x vbi vvn, cst np1 vmb av-j vvi pi av-j p-acp d n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10458 yet surely he may justly scourge and correct with the utmost punishments short of eternal punishment, yet surely he may justly scourge and correct with the utmost punishments short of Eternal punishment, av av-j pns31 vmb av-j vvi cc vvi p-acp dt j n2 j pp-f j n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 534
10459 even this guilt in children, which have not actually finned. even this guilt in children, which have not actually finned. av d n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vhb xx av-j j-vvn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10460 It was Gods threatning annexed to his Covenant with Adam; In the day thou eatest thereof, thou shalt dye. It was God's threatening annexed to his Covenant with Adam; In the day thou Eatest thereof, thou shalt die. pn31 vbds npg1 j-vvg vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1; p-acp dt n1 pns21 vv2 av, pns21 vm2 vvi. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10461 Some question how God justified it when Adam lived to nine hundred and thirty years before he dyed. some question how God justified it when Adam lived to nine hundred and thirty Years before he died. d n1 c-crq np1 vvd pn31 c-crq np1 vvn p-acp crd crd cc crd n2 c-acp pns31 vvd. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10462 Divines therefore expound it, by eris mortalis, thou shalt be subject and liable unto death: Divines Therefore expound it, by eris Mortalis, thou shalt be Subject and liable unto death: vvz av vvi pn31, p-acp fw-la fw-la, pns21 vm2 vbi j-jn cc j p-acp n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10463 in the day in which he did eat, he became mortal; from that day he began to dye, in the day in which he did eat, he became Mortal; from that day he began to die, p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vdd vvi, pns31 vvd j-jn; p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10464 and was made liable to that change. and was made liable to that change. cc vbds vvn j p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10465 Every child assoon it cometh into the world eateth of this forbidden fruit, I mean, becomes liable to the guilt of its proparents eating, Every child As soon it comes into the world Eateth of this forbidden fruit, I mean, becomes liable to the guilt of its Properants eating, np1 n1 c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f d j-vvn n1, pns11 vvb, vvz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vvg, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10466 and so is liable unto death. and so is liable unto death. cc av vbz j p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10467 It is true, the Lord doth not cut off all children, how then should the world be replenished and stand, It is true, the Lord does not Cut off all children, how then should the world be replenished and stand, pn31 vbz j, dt n1 vdz xx vvi a-acp d n2, c-crq av vmd dt n1 vbb vvn cc vvi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10468 but yet he cutteth off some for the declaration of his justice: but yet he cutteth off Some for the declaration of his Justice: cc-acp av pns31 vvz a-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10469 as a Prince, when a whole City or Province is in a rebellion, he will not cut them off all, as a Prince, when a Whole city or Province is in a rebellion, he will not Cut them off all, c-acp dt n1, c-crq dt j-jn n1 cc n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno32 a-acp d, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10470 because he will not waste and depopulate a Country; but he will cut off some for the declaration of his justice. Because he will not waste and depopulate a Country; but he will Cut off Some for the declaration of his Justice. c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi cc vvi dt n1; cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi a-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10471 Thus you see this motion of Providence is easily reconcileable to the justice of God upon this hypothesis, that children are sinners, and under an original guilt: Thus you see this motion of Providence is Easily reconcilable to the Justice of God upon this hypothesis, that children Are Sinners, and under an original guilt: av pn22 vvb d n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cst n2 vbr n2, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10472 and if we could be so confident, as some are, that none shall be damned for that sin only, and if we could be so confident, as Some Are, that none shall be damned for that since only, cc cs pns12 vmd vbi av j, c-acp d vbr, cst pix vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1 av-j, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10473 or that it is expiated on the behalf of all, or washed away in Baptism, as to all born within the pale of the Church: or that it is expiated on the behalf of all, or washed away in Baptism, as to all born within the pale of the Church: cc cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvd av p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp d vvn p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10474 Yet nothing hinders but by the same justice by which God punisheth past and pardoned sins, (which I have formerly at large opened to you) God might yet justly trouble and afflict little ones: Yet nothing hinders but by the same Justice by which God Punisheth past and pardoned Sins, (which I have formerly At large opened to you) God might yet justly trouble and afflict little ones: av pix vvz cc-acp p-acp dt d n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz j cc vvn n2, (r-crq pns11 vhb av-j p-acp j vvn p-acp pn22) np1 vmd av av-j vvi cc vvi j pi2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10475 they might be sick, and they might dye, as Jeroboams child mentioned in the Text did; they might be sick, and they might die, as Jeroboams child mentioned in the Text did; pns32 vmd vbi j, cc pns32 vmd vvi, c-acp vvz n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vdd; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10476 though vers. 13. saith of him expresly, That there was some good thing found in him, towards the Lord God of Israel. though vers. 13. Says of him expressly, That there was Some good thing found in him, towards the Lord God of Israel. cs zz. crd vvz pp-f pno31 av-j, cst a-acp vbds d j n1 vvn p-acp pno31, p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10477 Let this be a second consideration to satisfie you as to the righteousness of God in these dispensations. But I proceed yet further. Let this be a second consideration to satisfy you as to the righteousness of God in these dispensations. But I proceed yet further. vvb d vbi dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2. p-acp pns11 vvb av av-jc. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1035 Page 535
10478 3. This motion of Providence seemeth very reasonable, and competent to the wisdom of God. 3. This motion of Providence seems very reasonable, and competent to the Wisdom of God. crd d n1 pp-f n1 vvz av j, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 535
10479 That he might declare to the world, that he is that God in whom all breath, he in whom they live, they move and have their being. That he might declare to the world, that he is that God in whom all breath, he in whom they live, they move and have their being. cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vbz cst np1 p-acp ro-crq d n1, pns31 p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb, pns32 vvb cc vhb po32 vbg. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 535
10480 If we should see none dye but in an old age, we should be ready to think, that our candle never went out but for want of oyl; If we should see none die but in an old age, we should be ready to think, that our candle never went out but for want of oil; cs pns12 vmd vvi pix vvi cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns12 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi, cst po12 n1 av-x vvd av cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 535
10481 and should not understand how much we were beholden to God for every hour of life: and should not understand how much we were beholden to God for every hour of life: cc vmd xx vvi c-crq av-d pns12 vbdr vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 535
10482 how much we depended upon him for our daily breath, as well as for daily bread. how much we depended upon him for our daily breath, as well as for daily bred. c-crq av-d pns12 vvd p-acp pno31 p-acp po12 j n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp j n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 535
10483 Now it is but reasonable, that the world should understand God to be the fountain of life; that sickness and death do not meerly depend upon second causes; Now it is but reasonable, that the world should understand God to be the fountain of life; that sickness and death do not merely depend upon second Causes; av pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst dt n1 vmd vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n1; cst n1 cc n1 vdb xx av-j vvi p-acp ord n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10484 but there is a first cause, that is the efficient, the principal efficient cause of these changes, but there is a First cause, that is the efficient, the principal efficient cause of these changes, cc-acp pc-acp vbz dt ord n1, cst vbz dt j, dt n-jn j n1 pp-f d n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10485 though he useth a variety of second causes: though he uses a variety of second Causes: cs pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f ord n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10486 he will therefore suffer irregular motions of humours in children, which shall in them cause sicknesses and death, he will Therefore suffer irregular motions of humours in children, which shall in them cause Sicknesses and death, pns31 vmb av vvi j n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n2, r-crq vmb p-acp pno32 n1 n2 cc n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10487 though they never were surfeited with meats, nor Inflamed with drinks. though they never were surfeited with Meats, nor Inflamed with drinks. cs pns32 av-x vbdr vvn p-acp n2, ccx vvn p-acp n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10488 He bloweth out Candles newly lighted, to let us know, that the issues of life and death are in his hand, and that the breath of man is not meerly in his own nostrils; He blows out Candles newly lighted, to let us know, that the issues of life and death Are in his hand, and that the breath of man is not merely in his own nostrils; pns31 vvz av n2 av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr p-acp po31 n1, cc d dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx av-j p-acp po31 d n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10489 and it is but reasonable that God should make himself thus known to us as the God of our lives. and it is but reasonable that God should make himself thus known to us as the God of our lives. cc pn31 vbz p-acp j cst np1 vmd vvi px31 av vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1036 Page 536
10490 4. Again, this dispensation of Providence is reconcileable to the goodness of God. God by this means doth deliver little ones from the evil to come. 4. Again, this Dispensation of Providence is reconcilable to the Goodness of God. God by this means does deliver little ones from the evil to come. crd av, d n1 pp-f n1 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 p-acp d n2 vdz vvi j pi2 p-acp dt j-jn pc-acp vvi. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10491 This is the very case in the Text, God was bringing evil upon the house of Jeroboam, as he threatneth, vers. 10, 11, 12. he intended to take away the remnant of the house of Jeroboam, This is the very case in the Text, God was bringing evil upon the house of Jeroboam, as he threatens, vers. 10, 11, 12. he intended to take away the remnant of the house of Jeroboam, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 vbds vvg n-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd, crd, crd pns31 vvd p-acp vvb av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10492 as a man taketh away dung from the earth. as a man Takes away dung from the earth. c-acp dt n1 vvz av n1 p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10493 Abijah falls sick and dies, and this out of mercy to him that his eyes might not see, Abijah falls sick and die, and this out of mercy to him that his eyes might not see, np1 vvz j cc vvz, cc d av pp-f n1 p-acp pno31 cst po31 n2 vmd xx vvi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10494 nor he have any share in the evil which God was about to bring upon his Fathers house. nor he have any share in the evil which God was about to bring upon his Father's house. ccx pns31 vhi d n1 p-acp dt n-jn r-crq np1 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 ng1 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10495 God gathereth up the Lambs before the storm cometh. God gathereth up the Lambs before the storm comes. np1 vvz a-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vvz. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10496 It is said of Babilon, Psal. 137. That he should be happy, that should take their little ones and dash them against the stones: It is said of Babylon, Psalm 137. That he should be happy, that should take their little ones and dash them against the stones: pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, np1 crd cst pns31 vmd vbi j, cst vmd vvi po32 j pi2 cc vvi pno32 p-acp dt n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10497 and we read in Scripture of such famines as inforced women to eat their own children. and we read in Scripture of such famines as enforced women to eat their own children. cc pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp vvn n2 pc-acp vvi po32 d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10498 Now God often cuts off little ones in his mercy to them. Now God often cuts off little ones in his mercy to them. av np1 av vvz a-acp j pi2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10499 I might here further add, that God by this dispensation preventeth much sin in those that are thus taken away: I might Here further add, that God by this Dispensation preventeth much since in those that Are thus taken away: pns11 vmd av av-jc vvi, cst np1 p-acp d n1 vvz d n1 p-acp d cst vbr av vvn av: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10500 But I pass on yet to some further considerations, clearing Gods justice. But I pass on yet to Some further considerations, clearing God's Justice. cc-acp pns11 vvb a-acp av p-acp d jc n2, vvg npg1 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1037 Page 536
10501 5. It is but reasonable that God should do this to punish the sins of the Parents, and to do them good. 5. It is but reasonable that God should do this to Punish the Sins of the Parents, and to do them good. crd pn31 vbz p-acp j cst np1 vmd vdi d pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc pc-acp vdi pno32 j. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10502 It was one of my observations concerning the motions of Actual Providence. That God doth very ordinarily punish Relations in their Correlates, Parents in their Children; It was one of my observations Concerning the motions of Actual Providence. That God does very ordinarily Punish Relations in their Correlates, Parents in their Children; pn31 vbds pi pp-f po11 n2 vvg dt n2 pp-f j n1. cst np1 vdz av av-j vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2, n2 p-acp po32 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10503 and I shewed you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in this motion. and I showed you the reasonableness of Divine Providence in this motion. cc pns11 vvd pn22 dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10504 It was for the punishment of Davids sin, that his child by Bathsheba died; and the death of it was threatned by Nathan as a part of Davids punishment, 2 Sam. 12.14. Possibly God may sometimes do it to abate our affections to our children, and that he might have more of our heart and affections; It was for the punishment of Davids since, that his child by Bathsheba died; and the death of it was threatened by Nathan as a part of Davids punishment, 2 Sam. 12.14. Possibly God may sometime do it to abate our affections to our children, and that he might have more of our heart and affections; pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 n1, cst po31 n1 p-acp np1 vvd; cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, crd np1 crd. av-j np1 vmb av vdi pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc cst pns31 vmd vhi dc pp-f po12 n1 cc n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10505 as the Gardiner cutteth off the suckers which draw too much from the root; as the Gardener cutteth off the suckers which draw too much from the root; c-acp dt n1 vvz a-acp dt n2 r-crq vvb av av-d p-acp dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10506 and the country Housewife takes away the Calf when it sucketh so much as it leaveth no milk for the pail. and the country Housewife Takes away the Calf when it sucketh so much as it Leaveth no milk for the pail. cc dt n1 n1 vvz av dt n1 c-crq pn31 vvz av av-d c-acp pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1038 Page 536
10507 6. Finally, Why may not this motion of Providence seem reasonable, That room might be left in the world. 6. Finally, Why may not this motion of Providence seem reasonable, That room might be left in the world. crd av-j, q-crq vmb xx d n1 pp-f n1 vvb j, cst n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10508 The world is a great Theatre, in which he hath many to act their parts: The world is a great Theatre, in which he hath many to act their parts: dt n1 vbz dt j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz d pc-acp vvi po32 n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10509 God at first lengthned out the lives of the Patriarchs to seven, eight, nine hundred years, that the world might be replenished with Inhabitants. God At First lengthened out the lives of the Patriarchs to seven, eight, nine hundred Years, that the world might be replenished with Inhabitants. np1 p-acp ord vvd av dt n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp crd, crd, crd crd n2, cst dt n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10510 He now shortneth the lives of those that are born into the world, that the world might not be overburdened with Inhabitants. More might be added. He now shorteneth the lives of those that Are born into the world, that the world might not be overburdened with Inhabitants. More might be added. pns31 av vvz dt n2 pp-f d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp n2. dc vmd vbi vvn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10511 By the death and sicknesses of little ones, all are warned to be continually upon their watch, not knowing when the Lord will call for them; By the death and Sicknesses of little ones, all Are warned to be continually upon their watch, not knowing when the Lord will call for them; p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f j pi2, d vbr vvn pc-acp vbi av-j p-acp po32 n1, xx vvg c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp pno32; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10512 every little Bell that telleth us a child is gone soundeth to us, would we but understand it, Remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth, before the evil days come. every little Bell that Telleth us a child is gone soundeth to us, would we but understand it, remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth, before the evil days come. d j n1 cst vvz pno12 dt n1 vbz vvn vvz p-acp pno12, vmd pns12 p-acp vvb pn31, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1, p-acp dt j-jn n2 vvb. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10513 Further yet, God by this dispensation (in which as you have heard he is just) doth mind all of the duty they owe unto their children, to bring them up in the knowledge of the Scriptures, in the nurture and admonition of the Lord; Further yet, God by this Dispensation (in which as you have herd he is just) does mind all of the duty they owe unto their children, to bring them up in the knowledge of the Scriptures, in the nurture and admonition of the Lord; jc av, np1 p-acp d n1 (p-acp r-crq c-acp pn22 vhb vvn pns31 vbz j) vdz vvi d pp-f dt n1 pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10514 and particularly not to defer the ordinance of Baptism beyond a reasonable time. It is doubtless Gods ordinance as to children, not only a sign of Gods Covenant, and particularly not to defer the Ordinance of Baptism beyond a reasonable time. It is doubtless God's Ordinance as to children, not only a Signen of God's Covenant, cc av-j xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. pn31 vbz av-j ng1 n1 a-acp p-acp n2, xx av-j dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10515 but a medium in order to salvation, though efficacious only when God is pleased to make it so, not ex opere operato, upon the work done. but a medium in order to salvation, though efficacious only when God is pleased to make it so, not ex Opere operato, upon the work done. cc-acp dt fw-la p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cs j av-j c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 av, xx fw-la fw-la fw-mi, p-acp dt n1 vdn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10516 I have now shewed you the equity of God in this particular way of his Providence. I have now showed you the equity of God in this particular Way of his Providence. pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1039 Page 537
10517 Ʋse. It is a dispensation under which there are few Parents that are not brought. Ʋse. It is a Dispensation under which there Are few Parents that Are not brought. n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq a-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr xx vvn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1040 Page 537
10518 Let me therefore enlarge a little upon some practical Application of this Discourse, shewing you what may be our duty, reasonably concluded from this dispensation. Let me Therefore enlarge a little upon Some practical Application of this Discourse, showing you what may be our duty, reasonably concluded from this Dispensation. vvb pno11 av vvi dt j p-acp d j n1 pp-f d n1, vvg pn22 r-crq vmb vbi po12 n1, av-j vvn p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1040 Page 537
10519 I shall open to you something of it in three or four particulars. I shall open to you something of it in three or four particulars. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 pi pp-f pn31 p-acp crd cc crd n2-j. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1040 Page 537
10520 1. It is doubtless our duty, yea the duty of all flesh, To be silent before the Lord under such Providences. 1. It is doubtless our duty, yea the duty of all Flesh, To be silent before the Lord under such Providences. crd pn31 vbz av-j po12 n1, uh dt n1 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10521 The loss of a child, especially if it be a first-born, or an only child, sometimes goeth very near us. The loss of a child, especially if it be a firstborn, or an only child, sometime Goes very near us. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j cs pn31 vbb dt j, cc dt j n1, av vvz av av-j pno12. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10522 But oh, let us not be tempted from it to open our mouths against the God of Heaven, But o, let us not be tempted from it to open our mouths against the God of Heaven, p-acp uh, vvb pno12 xx vbi vvn p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10523 nor to entertain a thought in our souls derogatory to the justice and goodness of God. nor to entertain a Thought in our Souls derogatory to the Justice and Goodness of God. ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10524 Our children are sinners, and obnoxious to the justice of God; God may in justice punish them for their own sins, or for our sins: Our children Are Sinners, and obnoxious to the Justice of God; God may in Justice Punish them for their own Sins, or for our Sins: po12 n2 vbr n2, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 vmb p-acp n1 vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d n2, cc p-acp po12 n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10525 I hinted to you before, that it was a beam of Arminius his new light, that none should be condemned for original sin only; I hinted to you before, that it was a beam of Arminius his new Light, that none should be condemned for original since only; pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 a-acp, cst pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f np1 po31 j n1, cst pix vmd vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1 av-j; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 537
10526 and he is followed in it by all the Remonstrants in their Confessions, Apologies, as also by others of that tribe: and he is followed in it by all the Remonstrants in their Confessions, Apologies, as also by Others of that tribe: cc pns31 vbz vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d dt vvz p-acp po32 n2, n2, c-acp av p-acp n2-jn pp-f d n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10527 Socinus also and his followers shake hands with them in that notion. Socinus also and his followers shake hands with them in that notion. np1 av cc po31 n2 vvb n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10528 Yet Arminins answering Mr. Perkins (who to disprove Arminius his doctrine of Gods rejection of any, Yet Arminians answering Mr. Perkins (who to disprove Arminius his Doctrine of God's rejection of any, av np1 vvg n1 np1 (r-crq pc-acp vvi np1 po31 n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f d, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10529 because he foresaw they would reject the grace of the Gospel) had pinched him, telling him this could be no cause of the rejection of infants out of the pale of the Church. Because he foresaw they would reject the grace of the Gospel) had pinched him, telling him this could be no cause of the rejection of Infants out of the pale of the Church. c-acp pns31 vvd pns32 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1) vhd vvn pno31, vvg pno31 d vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 av pp-f dt j pp-f dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10530 God could not foresee they would reject the Gospel, who he foresaw should never have the Gospel preached or tendred to them, answereth him thus, At inquam ego in parentibus, abavis, avis, atavis, tritavis evangelii gratiam repudiarunt, quo actu meruerunt ut a Deo deserantur. God could not foresee they would reject the Gospel, who he foresaw should never have the Gospel preached or tendered to them, Answers him thus, At inquam ego in parentibus, abavis, avis, atavis, tritavis Evangelii gratiam repudiarunt, quo Acts meruerunt ut a God deserantur. np1 vmd xx vvi pns32 vmd vvi dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd vmd av-x vhi dt n1 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno32, vvz pno31 av, p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-fr, fw-fr, fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la dt fw-la fw-la. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10531 That is, But I say (saith he) they rejected the Gospel in their Parents, their Grandfathers, their great Grandfathers, or former Progenitors. That is, But I say (Says he) they rejected the Gospel in their Parents, their Grandfathers, their great Grandfathers, or former Progenitors. cst vbz, cc-acp pns11 vvb (vvz pns31) pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp po32 n2, po32 n2, po32 j n2, cc j n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10532 Now how this is consistent with his other doctrine, I cannot understand: Now how this is consistent with his other Doctrine, I cannot understand: av c-crq d vbz j p-acp po31 j-jn n1, pns11 vmbx vvi: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10533 for certainly if God may be justified in rejecting the souls of some infants from eternity, for Certainly if God may be justified in rejecting the Souls of Some Infants from eternity, p-acp av-j cs np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10534 because he foresaw that their Great-Grandfathers would reject and refuse the Gospel, when-as they by no personal act should do any such thing; Because he foresaw that their Great-Grandfathers would reject and refuse the Gospel, When-as they by no personal act should do any such thing; c-acp pns31 vvd cst po32 n2 vmd vvi cc vvi dt n1, j pns32 p-acp dx j n1 vmd vdi d d n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10535 he may be justified even in the eternal condemnation of children for the sin of Adam, or the personal obliquity and corruption of their natures; he may be justified even in the Eternal condemnation of children for the since of Adam, or the personal obliquity and corruption of their nature's; pns31 vmb vbi vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10536 and so it is not unrighteous with God eternally to condemn a child for its original corruption only. and so it is not unrighteous with God eternally to condemn a child for its original corruption only. cc av pn31 vbz xx j p-acp np1 av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n1 av-j. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10537 But we are not now speaking of eternal condemnation, but of bodily and temporal; But we Are not now speaking of Eternal condemnation, but of bodily and temporal; cc-acp pns12 vbr xx av vvg pp-f j n1, cc-acp pp-f j cc j; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10538 yea and temporary punishments, which may very well consist with the eternal salvation of the soul: yea and temporary punishments, which may very well consist with the Eternal salvation of the soul: uh cc j n2, r-crq vmb av av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10539 and it is very absurd for us to think, that for such punishments the infant may not be punished (without the impeaching of the justice of God) though it hath been guilty of no actual sin, deserving so early a chastisement of it. and it is very absurd for us to think, that for such punishments the infant may not be punished (without the impeaching of the Justice of God) though it hath been guilty of no actual since, deserving so early a chastisement of it. cc pn31 vbz av j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst p-acp d n2 dt n1 vmb xx vbi vvn (p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1) cs pn31 vhz vbn j pp-f dx j n1, vvg av av-j dt n1 pp-f pn31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10540 Oh, therefore suffer not in such cases your hearts or lips to transgress, God may do it in righteousness. O, Therefore suffer not in such cases your hearts or lips to transgress, God may do it in righteousness. uh, av vvb xx p-acp d n2 po22 n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi, np1 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10541 He may thus justly punish original sin in the child; he may justly punish our sins upon the backs of our children. He may thus justly Punish original since in the child; he may justly Punish our Sins upon the backs of our children. pns31 vmb av av-j vvi j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1; pns31 vmb av-j vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10542 Speak not a word against God in this Providence. 2. Do what in thee lyeth secondly to find out the cause. Speak not a word against God in this Providence. 2. Do what in thee lies secondly to find out the cause. vvb xx dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. crd vdb q-crq p-acp pno21 vvz ord pc-acp vvi av dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1041 Page 538
10958 2. And do not only take heed of shutting your ears, as to your duty towards God, 2. And do not only take heed of shutting your ears, as to your duty towards God, crd cc vdb xx av-j vvi n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2, a-acp p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10543 When the Jews queried our Saviour concerning the man that was born blind, for whose sin it was, whether his, When the jews queried our Saviour Concerning the man that was born blind, for whose since it was, whither his, c-crq dt np2 vvn po12 n1 vvg dt n1 cst vbds vvn j, c-acp rg-crq n1 pn31 vbds, cs po31, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 538
10544 or his parents? Our Saviour answereth them, that it was neither for his sin, or his Parents? Our Saviour Answers them, that it was neither for his since, cc po31 n2? po12 n1 vvz pno32, cst pn31 vbds av-dx p-acp po31 n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 538
10545 nor yet for his Parents, but that the glory of God might appear in that famous miracle, which our Saviour wrought in restoring him to his sight. nor yet for his Parents, but that the glory of God might appear in that famous miracle, which our Saviour wrought in restoring him to his sighed. ccx av p-acp po31 n2, cc-acp cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi p-acp d j n1, r-crq po12 n1 vvn p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 538
10546 It is an hard thing to find out Gods ends in his dispensations of punitive Providence; It is an hard thing to find out God's ends in his dispensations of punitive Providence; pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi av npg1 n2 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 538
10547 God may sometimes afflict, and take away little ones for their own sins, for the sin of Adam; for the iniquity in which they were conceived, God may sometime afflict, and take away little ones for their own Sins, for the since of Adam; for the iniquity in which they were conceived, np1 vmb av vvi, cc vvb av av-j pi2 p-acp po32 d n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10548 and the sin in which they were brought forth. and the since in which they were brought forth. cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbdr vvn av. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10549 God may sometimes do it for the Parents sins. Sometimes he may do it principally neither for the one, God may sometime do it for the Parents Sins. Sometime he may do it principally neither for the one, np1 vmb av vdi pn31 p-acp dt n2 n2. av pns31 vmb vdi pn31 av-jn av-d p-acp dt pi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10550 nor for the other of these ends, but for the good of the Parents, or for the good of the Children: nor for the other of these ends, but for the good of the Parents, or for the good of the Children: ccx p-acp dt n-jn pp-f d n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j pp-f dt n2, cc p-acp dt j pp-f dt n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10551 you have heard that this motion of Divine Providence, is highly reasonable upon more then one account. you have herd that this motion of Divine Providence, is highly reasonable upon more then one account. pn22 vhb vvn cst d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, vbz av-j j p-acp dc cs crd n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10552 But yet when we feel the smart of such a dispensation, we know not how to look upon it otherwise than as a punishment; But yet when we feel the smart of such a Dispensation, we know not how to look upon it otherwise than as a punishment; p-acp av c-crq pns12 vvb dt n1 pp-f d dt n1, pns12 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31 av cs p-acp dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10553 but now our business under such providences is to enquire, what sin in us God doth in that manner revenge. but now our business under such providences is to inquire, what since in us God does in that manner revenge. cc-acp av po12 n1 p-acp d n2 vbz pc-acp vvi, r-crq n1 p-acp pno12 np1 vdz p-acp d n1 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10554 The Scripture will guide us a little in the finding out of this, and we may possibly find out some other helps, to make us understand these dispensations. The Scripture will guide us a little in the finding out of this, and we may possibly find out Some other helps, to make us understand these dispensations. dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 dt j p-acp dt vvg av pp-f d, cc pns12 vmb av-j vvi av d j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10555 It was threatned to David, 2 Sam. 12. For his sins in the matter of Ʋriah and his wife, It was threatened to David, 2 Sam. 12. For his Sins in the matter of Ʋriah and his wife, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp np1, crd np1 crd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc po31 n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10556 and for that by them he had given occasion to the enemies of God to blaspheme. and for that by them he had given occasion to the enemies of God to Blaspheme. cc p-acp cst p-acp pno32 pns31 vhd vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10557 It is one of those common scourges with which God chastiseth some Parents for their sinful lives; It is one of those Common scourges with which God Chastiseth Some Parents for their sinful lives; pn31 vbz crd pp-f d j vvz p-acp r-crq np1 vvz d n2 p-acp po32 j n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10558 and whoso is conscious to himself of a sinful course of life, need not enquire much for what cause God brings him under such dispensations. and whoso is conscious to himself of a sinful course of life, need not inquire much for what cause God brings him under such dispensations. cc r-crq vbz j p-acp px31 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1, vvb xx vvi d p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pno31 p-acp d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10559 It is matter of more narrow enquiry why God thus chasteneth his own people. It is matter of more narrow enquiry why God thus Chasteneth his own people. pn31 vbz n1 pp-f dc j n1 c-crq np1 av vvz po31 d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10560 Possibly if they will search narrowly under such a Providence, they may find, if not the very sin for which God contendeth with them, Possibly if they will search narrowly under such a Providence, they may find, if not the very since for which God contendeth with them, av-j cs pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vmb vvi, cs xx dt j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10561 yet some laps of their lives of that nature, as may give them a just ground of jealousy and suspicion, that that is the sin for which God so troubleth them. yet Some laps of their lives of that nature, as may give them a just ground of jealousy and suspicion, that that is the since for which God so Troubles them. av d n2 pp-f po32 n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp vmb vvi pno32 dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst d vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq np1 av vvz pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10562 I shall not be positive in this determination lest, I seem too boldly to inquire into the secret counsels of God: I shall not be positive in this determination lest, I seem too boldly to inquire into the secret Counsels of God: pns11 vmb xx vbi j p-acp d n1 cs, pns11 vvb av av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10583 or thy duty in reproving and admonishing it. Elie's Sons were indeed men grown, but God cut off his Children; or thy duty in reproving and admonishing it. Ely's Sons were indeed men grown, but God Cut off his Children; cc po21 n1 p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31. ng1 n2 vbdr av n2 vvn, cc-acp np1 vvd a-acp po31 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10563 men should do well under these Providences to listen to their own consciences, which oft times tell them the truth in such cases. men should do well under these Providences to listen to their own Consciences, which oft times tell them the truth in such cases. n2 vmd vdi av p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, r-crq av n2 vvb pno32 dt n1 p-acp d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10564 But let me ask of thee, or rather desire thee to ask thy self, these two or three following Questions. But let me ask of thee, or rather desire thee to ask thy self, these two or three following Questions. cc-acp vvb pno11 vvi pp-f pno21, cc av-c vvb pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1, d crd cc crd j-vvg n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1042 Page 539
10565 1. Didst thou never sinfully distrust the Providence of God concerning thy Children; 1. Didst thou never sinfully distrust the Providence of God Concerning thy Children; crd vdd2 pns21 av av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg po21 n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 539
10566 And secretly repine, at Gods bounty to thee in them? this is now a temptation incident to such as are of meaner condition in the world, And secretly repine, At God's bounty to thee in them? this is now a temptation incident to such as Are of meaner condition in the world, cc av-jn vvi, p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pno21 p-acp pno32? d vbz av dt n1 j p-acp d c-acp vbr pp-f jc n1 p-acp dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 539
10567 and not so able as others to maintain their Families. God promiseth the fruit of the womb as a blessing; and not so able as Others to maintain their Families. God promises the fruit of the womb as a blessing; cc xx av j c-acp n2-jn pc-acp vvi po32 n2. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 539
10568 and blesseth him, that hath his quiver full of these shafts, but now the poor man, knoweth not how to understand this; and Blesses him, that hath his quiver full of these shafts, but now the poor man, Knoweth not how to understand this; cc vvz pno31, cst vhz po31 n1 j pp-f d n2, cc-acp av dt j n1, vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi d; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 539
10569 and it is hard for him not to repine at the multiplying of it: and it is hard for him not to repine At the multiplying of it: cc pn31 vbz j p-acp pno31 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 539
10570 a great error doubtless, but such as for ought I know good people may fall into; a great error doubtless, but such as for ought I know good people may fallen into; dt j n1 av-j, cc-acp d c-acp p-acp pi pns11 vvb j n1 vmb vvi p-acp; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 540
10571 we cannot trust God to provide for those which he giveth us, if this hath been thy error, God but pays thee in thy own kind, by shortning thy number, we cannot trust God to provide for those which he gives us, if this hath been thy error, God but pays thee in thy own kind, by shortening thy number, pns12 vmbx vvi np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq pns31 vvz pno12, cs d vhz vbn po21 n1, np1 cc-acp vvz pno21 p-acp po21 d n1, p-acp vvg po21 n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 540
10572 and maketh thy own secret, sinful wish now to be thy Plague and Torment; but this ordinarily is the sin of the poorer and meaner sort of Christians. and makes thy own secret, sinful wish now to be thy Plague and Torment; but this ordinarily is the since of the Poorer and meaner sort of Christians. cc vv2 po21 d j-jn, j n1 av pc-acp vbi po21 n1 cc vvb; cc-acp d av-j vbz dt n1 pp-f dt jc cc jc n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1043 Page 540
10573 2. Didst thou not let thy heart run out too much upon thy Children? God is jealous, 2. Didst thou not let thy heart run out too much upon thy Children? God is jealous, crd vdd2 pns21 xx vvi po21 n1 vvi av av av-d p-acp po21 n2? np1 vbz j, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10574 and it is the nature of jealousy not to suffer a rival in the object beloved, be it a person, or a thing. and it is the nature of jealousy not to suffer a rival in the Object Beloved, be it a person, or a thing. cc pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn, vbb pn31 dt n1, cc dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10575 God is the object, and he will be the prime object of his peoples love, desire, God is the Object, and he will be the prime Object of his peoples love, desire, np1 vbz dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vbi dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 ng1 n1, vvb, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10576 and delight, It is his Law. and delight, It is his Law. cc n1, pn31 vbz po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10577 Thou shall love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy Soul, and with all thy strength; Thou shall love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy Soul, and with all thy strength; pns21 vmb vvi dt n1 po21 n1 p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1, cc p-acp d po21 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10578 it may be thy Child had more of thy heart, more of thy love and and delight than God had, no wonder if he hath taken it from thee: it may be thy Child had more of thy heart, more of thy love and and delight than God had, no wonder if he hath taken it from thee: pn31 vmb vbi po21 n1 vhd dc pp-f po21 n1, dc pp-f po21 n1 cc cc vvb cs np1 vhd, dx n1 cs pns31 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno21: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10579 this is now usually the sin of those whose circumstances in the world are better, they have a fair estate in the world, this is now usually the since of those whose Circumstances in the world Are better, they have a fair estate in the world, d vbz av av-j dt n1 pp-f d rg-crq n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr j, pns32 vhb dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10580 and Children few enough to leave it to, and in such cases it is a very hard thing to keep our hearts within due bounds; and Children few enough to leave it to, and in such cases it is a very hard thing to keep our hearts within due bounds; cc n2 d d pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp, cc p-acp d n2 pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp j-jn n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10581 but our affections are ready to overflow, especially if there be nothing in the temper, or behaviour of the Child, that takes off the edge of our affections to it. but our affections Are ready to overflow, especially if there be nothing in the temper, or behaviour of the Child, that Takes off the edge of our affections to it. cc-acp po12 n2 vbr j pc-acp vvi, av-j cs pc-acp vbb pix p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp pn31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1044 Page 540
10582 3. Doth not thy heart smite thee for the neglect of thy duty to thy Child, especially if it were of any years? Thy duty in instructing it, 3. Does not thy heart smite thee for the neglect of thy duty to thy Child, especially if it were of any Years? Thy duty in instructing it, crd vdz xx po21 n1 vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp po21 n1, av-j cs pn31 vbdr pp-f d n2? po21 n1 p-acp vvg pn31, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10668 Such dispensations are the rod of God upon us, and his rod hath a voice, Such dispensations Are the rod of God upon us, and his rod hath a voice, d n2 vbr dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cc po31 n1 vhz dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10584 though their personal guilt justified God in his severity against them, yet Eli smarted in their punishments for honouring his Sons more than God, though their personal guilt justified God in his severity against them, yet Eli smarted in their punishments for honouring his Sons more than God, cs po32 j n1 vvn np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pno32, av np1 vvn p-acp po32 n2 p-acp vvg po31 n2 av-dc cs np1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10585 for dealing too gently with them for their most enormous wickednesses. for dealing too gently with them for their most enormous Wickednesses. p-acp vvg av av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 av-ds j n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10586 Thou mayest also neglect thy duty towards them in instructing them, in making them acquainted with the holy Scriptures; Thou Mayest also neglect thy duty towards them in instructing them, in making them acquainted with the holy Scriptures; pns21 vm2 av vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp vvg pno32, p-acp vvg pno32 vvn p-acp dt j n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10587 in admonishing them to keep the Lords Sabbaths, and seeing to their external Sanctification of them. in admonishing them to keep the lords Sabbaths, and seeing to their external Sanctification of them. p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2, cc vvg p-acp po32 j n1 pp-f pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10588 This is undoubtedly a second piece of thy duty upon such a dispensation, and to be humbled before God for those sins which thy conscience smiteth thee for, This is undoubtedly a second piece of thy duty upon such a Dispensation, and to be humbled before God for those Sins which thy conscience smites thee for, d vbz av-j dt ord n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp d dt n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 r-crq po21 n1 vvz pno21 p-acp, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10589 and suggesteth to thee as probable causes of this rod of God upon thee. and suggests to thee as probable Causes of this rod of God upon thee. cc vvz p-acp pno21 p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno21. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1045 Page 540
10590 3. It is doubtless thy duty, whatsoever thou findest, to be satisfied with Gods good pleasure. 3. It is doubtless thy duty, whatsoever thou Findest, to be satisfied with God's good pleasure. crd pn31 vbz av-j po21 n1, r-crq pns21 vv2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 j n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 540
10591 Rachel mourned sinfully while she so mourned as that she refused to be comforted. Rachel mourned sinfully while she so mourned as that she refused to be comforted. np1 vvd av-j cs pns31 av vvd p-acp cst pns31 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 540
10592 If thou findest that probably God hath punished thy sin, in the sickness, pain, and death of thy Child, it is indeed matter of humiliation to thee; If thou Findest that probably God hath punished thy since, in the sickness, pain, and death of thy Child, it is indeed matter of humiliation to thee; cs pns21 vv2 d av-j np1 vhz vvn po21 n1, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po21 n1, pn31 vbz av n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10593 it offers thee a just opportunity to resolve for the time to come, to amend thy errors as to any survivors which God shall lend thee: it offers thee a just opportunity to resolve for the time to come, to amend thy errors as to any survivors which God shall lend thee: pn31 vvz pno21 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi po21 n2 a-acp p-acp d n2 r-crq np1 vmb vvi pno21: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10594 but yesterday cannot be called back again, God hath done what pleased him. but yesterday cannot be called back again, God hath done what pleased him. cc-acp av-an vmbx vbi vvn av av, np1 vhz vdn q-crq vvd pno31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10595 It may be in mercy to thy Child, though it be in judgment unto thee, thou hast no reason to quarrel or murmure at God for any of his dispensations. It may be in mercy to thy Child, though it be in judgement unto thee, thou hast no reason to quarrel or murmur At God for any of his dispensations. pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp po21 n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, pns21 vh2 dx n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10596 If it be for thy Childs Original sin, still thou hast no reason to blame God, he is just and righteous in what he hath done. If it be for thy Child's Original since, still thou hast no reason to blame God, he is just and righteous in what he hath done. cs pn31 vbb p-acp po21 ng1 j-jn n1, av pns21 vh2 dx n1 pc-acp vvi np1, pns31 vbz j cc j p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10597 But if God hath done it to give thy Child a quicker passage to Heaven, to bring it sooner to a state of perfection, to deliver it from an evil to come, here thou hast reason to admire, But if God hath done it to give thy Child a quicker passage to Heaven, to bring it sooner to a state of perfection, to deliver it from an evil to come, Here thou hast reason to admire, p-acp cs np1 vhz vdn pn31 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 dt jc n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 av-c p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n-jn pc-acp vvi, av pns21 vh2 n1 pc-acp vvi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10598 and adore the Divine goodness rather than to quarrel at Divine Justice. and adore the Divine Goodness rather than to quarrel At Divine justice. cc vvb dt j-jn n1 av-c cs pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10599 There are a great many things that may conduce to the relief of a godly man or woman disturbed at this dispensation of Divine Providence. There Are a great many things that may conduce to the relief of a godly man or woman disturbed At this Dispensation of Divine Providence. pc-acp vbr dt j d n2 cst vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f j-jn n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10600 It is a very ordinary dispensation of God; though therefore it may look like a digression from the principal argument of my discourse, It is a very ordinary Dispensation of God; though Therefore it may look like a digression from the principal argument of my discourse, pn31 vbz dt av j n1 pp-f np1; cs av pn31 vmb vvi av-j dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f po11 n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10601 yet it may possibly be not so judged by some of you, whose case it either at present is, yet it may possibly be not so judged by Some of you, whose case it either At present is, av pn31 vmb av-j vbi xx av vvn p-acp d pp-f pn22, rg-crq n1 pn31 d p-acp n1 vbz, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10602 or may be to instance in some heads of arguments, which occasionally you may make use of, or may be to instance in Some Heads of Arguments, which occasionally you may make use of, cc vmb vbi p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, r-crq av-j pn22 vmb vvi n1 pp-f, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10603 for the quieting of your Spirits. for the quieting of your Spirits. p-acp dt vvg pp-f po22 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1046 Page 541
10604 1. Consider, what-ever was the moving cause on Gods part, yet the will of God is revealed. 1. Consider, whatever was the moving cause on God's part, yet the will of God is revealed. crd vvb, j vbds dt j-vvg n1 p-acp npg1 n1, av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10605 The will of God is such a thing to satisfy a Christian with, as nothing can be more, nothing greater. The will of God is such a thing to satisfy a Christian with, as nothing can be more, nothing greater. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt njp p-acp, c-acp pix vmb vbi av-dc, pix jc. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10606 We have our Heaven by the will of God fear not little flock, it is your Fathers will to give you a Kingdom. We have our Heaven by the will of God Fear not little flock, it is your Father's will to give you a Kingdom. pns12 vhb po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb xx j n1, pn31 vbz po22 ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10607 We have all our grace, all our glory from the will of God, and shall we not thankfully accept a cross, We have all our grace, all our glory from the will of God, and shall we not thankfully accept a cross, pns12 vhb d po12 n1, d po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vmb pns12 xx av-j vvi dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10608 when it is the will of our Father to lay it upon our necks? We pray thy will be done, and shall we murmure against it when we see it done. when it is the will of our Father to lay it upon our necks? We pray thy will be done, and shall we murmur against it when we see it done. c-crq pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp po12 n2? pns12 vvb po21 n1 vbi vdn, cc vmb pns12 vvi p-acp pn31 c-crq pns12 vvb pn31 vdn. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10609 This silenced Aaron, David, Heli, Hezekiah, it leaves no room for a good Christians reply to it, it is our Fathers will, that is enough. This silenced Aaron, David, Heli, Hezekiah, it leaves no room for a good Christians reply to it, it is our Father's will, that is enough. np1 vvn np1, np1, np1, np1, pn31 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt j njpg2 n1 p-acp pn31, pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1, cst vbz av-d. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10610 It is our Fathers will revealed by an Act of his Providence. It is our Father's will revealed by an Act of his Providence. pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10611 The Lord hath given ( saith Job) and the Lord hath taken, blessed be the name of the Lord. The Lord hath given (Says Job) and the Lord hath taken, blessed be the name of the Lord. dt n1 vhz vvn (vvz n1) cc dt n1 vhz vvn, j-vvn vbb dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1047 Page 541
10612 2. Consider how many sadder cases than thine there have been. Thou hast lost a Child, an infant; 2. Consider how many sadder cases than thine there have been. Thou hast lost a Child, an infant; crd vvb c-crq d jc n2 cs po21 zz vhb vbn. pns21 vh2 vvn dt n1, dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 541
10613 Job lost all his Children when they were grown up, feasting at their elder Brothers house. Job lost all his Children when they were grown up, feasting At their elder Brother's house. n1 vvn d po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn a-acp, vvg p-acp po32 n-jn n2 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 541
10614 Aarons was a sad cause, he lost his two Sons grown up, in an act of sinning, yet he held his peace. Aaron's was a sad cause, he lost his two Sons grown up, in an act of sinning, yet he held his peace. npg1 vbds dt j n1, pns31 vvd po31 crd n2 vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, av pns31 vvd po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 541
10615 Helies case was sad, to lose two such wicked Sons in a Battel. Helies case was sad, to loose two such wicked Sons in a Battle. n2 n1 vbds j, pc-acp vvi crd d j n2 p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 541
10616 Davids case was sad, God had expresly told him the Child should dye, because of his sin; Davids case was sad, God had expressly told him the Child should die, Because of his since; npg1 n1 vbds j, np1 vhd av-j vvd pno31 dt n1 vmd vvi, c-acp pp-f po31 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 542
10617 and that by it, he had made the enemies of God to blaspheme. and that by it, he had made the enemies of God to Blaspheme. cc cst p-acp pn31, pns31 vhd vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 542
10618 What doth David do? He fasteth, he prayeth, he humbleth himself before God so long as the Child lived, What does David do? He fasteth, he Prayeth, he Humbleth himself before God so long as the Child lived, q-crq vdz np1 vdb? pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz px31 p-acp np1 av av-j c-acp dt n1 vvd, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 542
10619 and while he had any hope; but when the will of God was revealed, when the Child was dead, he ariseth, and while he had any hope; but when the will of God was revealed, when the Child was dead, he arises, cc cs pns31 vhd d n1; cc-acp c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn, c-crq dt n1 vbds j, pns31 vvz, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 542
10620 and eateth bread as he was wont to do, he saith, that he should go to it, it should not return to him. and Eateth bred as he was wont to do, he Says, that he should go to it, it should not return to him. cc vvz n1 c-acp pns31 vbds j pc-acp vdi, pns31 vvz, cst pns31 vmd vvi p-acp pn31, pn31 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1048 Page 542
10621 3. Consider, Let the case be as sad as it will, yet if thou lookest round about it, there is mercy in it; 3. Consider, Let the case be as sad as it will, yet if thou Lookest round about it, there is mercy in it; crd np1, vvb dt n1 vbb a-acp j c-acp pn31 vmb, av cs pns21 vv2 av-j p-acp pn31, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp pn31; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1049 Page 542
10622 either mercy to thy Child, or mercy to thee, or mercy to both: if thy Child be gone to Heaven, there is mercy in that; either mercy to thy Child, or mercy to thee, or mercy to both: if thy Child be gone to Heaven, there is mercy in that; d n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc n1 p-acp pno21, cc n1 p-acp d: cs po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1049 Page 542
10623 if it be delivered from evil to come upon the World, or that part of the world where it should have had its portion, there is mercy in that. if it be Delivered from evil to come upon the World, or that part of the world where it should have had its portion, there is mercy in that. cs pn31 vbb vvn p-acp n-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pn31 vmd vhi vhn po31 n1, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp d. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1049 Page 542
10624 David 's case was as sad as one can well think of any of this nature; David is case was as sad as one can well think of any of this nature; np1 vbz n1 vbds a-acp j c-acp pi vmb av vvi pp-f d pp-f d n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1049 Page 542
10625 yet there was this mercy in it, the living monument and remembrance of David 's sin and shame was taken away. yet there was this mercy in it, the living monument and remembrance of David is since and shame was taken away. av a-acp vbds d n1 p-acp pn31, dt j-vvg n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1 cc n1 vbds vvn av. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1049 Page 542
10626 4. Suppose that God hath for thy sin taken it away, and thou canst not satisfie thy self but it is so; 4. Suppose that God hath for thy since taken it away, and thou Canst not satisfy thy self but it is so; crd vvb d np1 vhz p-acp po21 n1 vvn pn31 av, cc pns21 vm2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp pn31 vbz av; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10627 yet consider, God eternally punisheth none for the sins of their correlates. God may punish persons with bodily and temporal punishments for the sins of their Parents, but not eternally; yet Consider, God eternally Punisheth none for the Sins of their correlates. God may Punish Persons with bodily and temporal punishments for the Sins of their Parents, but not eternally; av vvb, np1 av-j vvz pi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. np1 vmb vvi n2 p-acp j cc j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, cc-acp xx av-j; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10628 as to those punishments, every soul shall bear no more than its own iniquity. as to those punishments, every soul shall bear no more than its own iniquity. c-acp p-acp d n2, d n1 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc cs po31 d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10629 Arminius I remember telleth us, that he can see no reason, but that Children may be equally punished eternally for the sins of their Parents, Arminius I Remember Telleth us, that he can see no reason, but that Children may be equally punished eternally for the Sins of their Parents, np1 pns11 vvb vvz pno12, cst pns31 vmb vvi dx n1, cc-acp d n2 vmb vbi av-jn vvn av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10630 as well as the whole posterity of Adam for his sin: but certainly there is a vast difference; as well as the Whole posterity of Adam for his since: but Certainly there is a vast difference; c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1: cc-acp av-j a-acp vbz dt j n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10631 the first Adam was a publick person, with whom God made a Covenant for life or death for himself, and for his posterity; the First Adam was a public person, with whom God made a Covenant for life or death for himself, and for his posterity; dt ord np1 vbds dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp px31, cc p-acp po31 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10632 and he had a power as well to have conveyed life as death to all his posterity: and he had a power as well to have conveyed life as death to all his posterity: cc pns31 vhd dt n1 c-acp av pc-acp vhi vvn n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d po31 n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10633 but surely none will assert this, as to any Parent since his time. but surely none will assert this, as to any Parent since his time. cc-acp av-j pix vmb vvb d, c-acp p-acp d n1 p-acp po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1050 Page 542
10634 5. Consider how much comfort there is laid for parents mourning, in that speech of our Saviour, for of such is the kingdom of God. 5. Consider how much Comfort there is laid for Parents mourning, in that speech of our Saviour, for of such is the Kingdom of God. crd np1 c-crq d n1 pc-acp vbz vvn p-acp n2 n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po12 n1, p-acp pp-f d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10635 Men that have large Gardens and Orchards, have places for slips and Inlays, as well as for old Stocks; Men that have large Gardens and Orchards, have places for slips and Inlays, as well as for old Stocks; n2 cst vhb j n2 cc n2, vhb n2 p-acp n2 cc n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp j n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10636 Nurseries for Plants, as well as places for full-grown fruit-trees. Nurseries for Plants, as well as places for fullgrown Fruit trees. n2 p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp n2 p-acp j n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10637 God hath his garden of Grace (that is, his Church) and he hath his garden of Glory, to both belong Nurseries. God hath his garden of Grace (that is, his Church) and he hath his garden of Glory, to both belong Nurseries. np1 vhz po31 n1 pp-f n1 (cst vbz, po31 n1) cc pns31 vhz po31 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d vvb n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10638 The Children of believers are (though imperfect members) yet members of his Church; The Children of believers Are (though imperfect members) yet members of his Church; dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr (cs j n2) av n2 pp-f po31 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10639 and they may be heirs of Glory, though they go out of this world under age, as to any earthly inheritance: and they may be Heirs of Glory, though they go out of this world under age, as to any earthly inheritance: cc pns32 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1, cs pns32 vvb av pp-f d n1 p-acp n1, c-acp p-acp d j n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 542
10640 Yet they may be of full age for the inheritance that is immortal, incorruptible, and which fadeth not away; Yet they may be of full age for the inheritance that is immortal, incorruptible, and which fades not away; av pns32 vmb vbi pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 cst vbz j, j, cc r-crq vvz xx av; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 543
10641 they will be of age in that Country where is no infant of days, nor old man of years. they will be of age in that Country where is no infant of days, nor old man of Years. pns32 vmb vbi pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 c-crq vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, ccx j n1 pp-f n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 543
10642 The possibility of little Childrens entering into the Kingdom of God, yea the probability that the seed of such as fear God, dying in infancy are so entred, ought to be a wonderful relief to Godly parents mourning upon this account. The possibility of little Children's entering into the Kingdom of God, yea the probability that the seed of such as Fear God, dying in infancy Are so entered, ought to be a wondered relief to Godly Parents mourning upon this account. dt n1 pp-f j ng2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, uh dt n1 cst dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1, vvg p-acp n1 vbr av vvn, pi pc-acp vbi dt j n1 p-acp j n2 vvg p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 543
10643 Some Mothers only people the earth with sinners; some Mother's only people the earth with Sinners; d ng1 j n1 dt n1 p-acp n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 543
10644 God puts an honour upon thee if thou stockest Heaven with Saints, and bringest forth to the kingdom of Glory. God puts an honour upon thee if thou stockest Heaven with Saints, and bringest forth to the Kingdom of Glory. np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno21 cs pns21 vv2 n1 p-acp n2, cc vv2 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1051 Page 543
10645 6. Consider, Thou canst never lose a Child with more hope than in its infancy. 6. Consider, Thou Canst never loose a Child with more hope than in its infancy. crd np1, pns21 vm2 av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp dc n1 cs p-acp po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10646 Some have thought that the death of Christ hath as to all expiated the guilt of Adams sin; some have Thought that the death of christ hath as to all expiated the guilt of Adams sin; d vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz p-acp p-acp d vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvb; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10647 both the Socinians and Arminians seem so to judge. both the socinians and Arminians seem so to judge. d dt njp2 cc njp2 vvi av pc-acp vvi. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10669 and we are bound to hear his rod. God is now trying thy obedience; Abraham 's trial, was a greater trial: and we Are bound to hear his rod. God is now trying thy Obedience; Abraham is trial, was a greater trial: cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp vvb po31 n1. np1 vbz av vvg po21 n1; np1 vbz n1, vbds dt jc n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10648 Others think, that by vertue of the New Covenant, the water of Baptism washeth away original sin. Augustine was called Durus pater infantum, an hard Father to Infants, Others think, that by virtue of the New Covenant, the water of Baptism washes away original since. Augustine was called Durus pater Infantum, an hard Father to Infants, ng2-jn vvb, cst p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1, dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz av j-jn n1. np1 vbds vvn np1 fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 p-acp n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10649 because he thought all unbaptized Infants were damned; by which it seems, he deferred much to Baptism: Because he Thought all unbaptized Infants were damned; by which it seems, he deferred much to Baptism: c-acp pns31 vvd d j-vvn n2 vbdr vvn; p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, pns31 vvd av-d p-acp n1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10650 but I do not remember that I ever read in him, or heard from him, that he held, that all baptized Infants should be saved, if dying in infancy. but I do not Remember that I ever read in him, or herd from him, that he held, that all baptised Infants should be saved, if dying in infancy. cc-acp pns11 vdb xx vvi cst pns11 av vvn p-acp pno31, cc vvd p-acp pno31, cst pns31 vvd, cst d j-vvn n2 vmd vbi vvn, cs vvg p-acp n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10651 I durst not fix the comfort of mourning Parents upon these foundations: I durst not fix the Comfort of mourning Parents upon these foundations: pns11 vvd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n2 p-acp d n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10652 But yet this is certain, the Infant within the pale of the Church, the Child of the believing, the true believing Parent especially, is in Covenant with God: But yet this is certain, the Infant within the pale of the Church, the Child of the believing, the true believing Parent especially, is in Covenant with God: cc-acp av d vbz j, dt n1 p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, dt j j-vvg n1 av-j, vbz p-acp n1 p-acp np1: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10653 It hath not yet been defiled with wilfull presumptuous sinning; we cannot say so of our Children when they are grown up to years. It hath not yet been defiled with wilful presumptuous sinning; we cannot say so of our Children when they Are grown up to Years. pn31 vhz xx av vbn vvn p-acp j j vvg; pns12 vmbx vvi av pp-f po12 n2 c-crq pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10654 A godly Parent can never lose a Child with more hopes of its eternal Salvation, than in its infancy. A godly Parent can never loose a Child with more hope's of its Eternal Salvation, than in its infancy. dt j n1 vmb av-x vvi dt n1 p-acp dc n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cs p-acp po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1052 Page 543
10655 7. Again, Possibly what God hath done, he hath done in mercy to thee, to thy soul, that thy affections may be more entirely upon him. 7. Again, Possibly what God hath done, he hath done in mercy to thee, to thy soul, that thy affections may be more entirely upon him. crd av, av-j r-crq n1 vhz vdn, pns31 vhz vdn p-acp n1 p-acp pno21, p-acp po21 n1, cst po21 n2 vmb vbi av-dc av-j p-acp pno31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1053 Page 543
10656 God knew thy heart better than thy self; God knew thy heart better than thy self; np1 vvd po21 n1 av-jc cs po21 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1053 Page 543
10657 it may be, by such a stroke he hath secured thy heart more unto himself, it may be in mercy as to the comforts of thy life. it may be, by such a stroke he hath secured thy heart more unto himself, it may be in mercy as to the comforts of thy life. pn31 vmb vbi, p-acp d dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn po21 n1 av-dc p-acp px31, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po21 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1053 Page 543
10658 Zedekiah could better have followed his Children in their infancy to their grave, than have seen them slain by a barbarous enemy before his face. Zedekiah could better have followed his Children in their infancy to their grave, than have seen them slave by a barbarous enemy before his face. np1 vmd av-j vhi vvn po31 n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 n1, cs vhb vvn pno32 vvn p-acp dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1053 Page 543
10659 Thou knowest not what evil is coming upon the world. Thou Knowest not what evil is coming upon the world. pns21 vv2 xx r-crq n-jn vbz vvg p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1053 Page 543
10660 8. Lastly consider, That for those that keep the Lords Sabbaths, and chuse the things that please him, 8. Lastly Consider, That for those that keep the lords Sabbaths, and choose the things that please him, crd ord vvb, cst p-acp d cst vvb dt n2 n2, cc vvi dt n2 cst vvb pno31, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1054 Page 543
10661 and take hold of the Lords Covenant, God hath, Isa. 56.45, promised a better name than that of sons, and take hold of the lords Covenant, God hath, Isaiah 56.45, promised a better name than that of Sons, cc vvb n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, np1 vhz, np1 crd, vvd dt jc n1 cs d pp-f n2, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1054 Page 543
10662 and daughters, even an everlasting name which shall never be cut off. But I shall digress no further on this Argument. and daughters, even an everlasting name which shall never be Cut off. But I shall digress no further on this Argument. cc n2, av dt j n1 r-crq vmb av-x vbi vvn a-acp. cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1054 Page 543
10663 4. Lastly, Having stilled thy impatience, what hast thou to do, but to fulfil the Lords will and ends under such a dispensation? Let those do it that are patients under such providences. 4. Lastly, Having stilled thy impatience, what hast thou to do, but to fulfil the lords will and ends under such a Dispensation? Let those do it that Are patients under such providences. crd ord, vhg vvn po21 n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi, cc-acp p-acp vvi dt n2 vmb cc n2 p-acp d dt n1? vvb d vdb pn31 cst vbr n2 p-acp d n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1055 Page 544
10664 Let us all do it, who are spectators of them. Let us all doe it, who Are spectators of them. vvb pno12 d n1 pn31, r-crq vbr n2 pp-f pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1055 Page 544
10665 Are any of us patients under such Providences, let us fulfil the Lords ends in them. are any of us patients under such Providences, let us fulfil the lords ends in them. vbr d pp-f pno12 n2 p-acp d n2, vvb pno12 vvi dt n2 n2 p-acp pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1056 Page 544
10666 You will say, what are they? I Answer. 1. Submission to his good will, is doubtless one thing. You will say, what Are they? I Answer. 1. Submission to his good will, is doubtless one thing. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbr pns32? pns11 vvb. crd n1 p-acp po31 j n1, vbz av-j crd n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1056 Page 544
10667 God by all afflictions of his people, designeth to humble, and to prove his people, that he may do them good in the latter end. God by all afflictions of his people, designeth to humble, and to prove his people, that he may do them good in the latter end. np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvz p-acp j, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno32 j p-acp dt d n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10670 he had but one Child, him a Son, the Child of the promise, God required him to kill him with his own hand, he submitted, he had but one Child, him a Son, the Child of the promise, God required him to kill him with his own hand, he submitted, pns31 vhd p-acp crd n1, pn31 dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vvd, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10671 and the Lord accepted his will for the deed. and the Lord accepted his will for the deed. cc dt n1 vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10672 Thy hearing the voice of one rod, may prevent the Lords taking of another to scourge thee with. Thy hearing the voice of one rod, may prevent the lords taking of Another to scourge thee with. po21 n-vvg dt n1 pp-f crd n1, vmb vvi dt n2 vvg pp-f j-jn pc-acp vvi pno21 p-acp. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1057 Page 544
10673 2. Humiliation for those sins which thou suspectest to have been the provoking cause of such a dispensation; 2. Humiliation for those Sins which thou suspectest to have been the provoking cause of such a Dispensation; crd n1 p-acp d n2 r-crq pns21 vv2 pc-acp vhi vbn dt j-vvg n1 pp-f d dt n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1058 Page 544
10674 that's another end which thou maist probably think that God aimeth at. Afflictions are to humble us, and to prove us. that's Another end which thou Mayest probably think that God aimeth At. Afflictions Are to humble us, and to prove us. d j-jn n1 r-crq pns21 vm2 av-j vvi cst np1 vvz p-acp. n2 vbr p-acp vvb pno12, cc pc-acp vvi pno12. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1058 Page 544
10675 3. God calleth aloud to thee to take thy heart off thy creature-comforts. 3. God calls aloud to thee to take thy heart off thy Creature comforts. crd np1 vvz av p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 a-acp po21 n2. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1059 Page 544
10676 Thou seest what gourds, what blossoms they are, what shadows they are which thou huggest, what lyes thou hast in thy right hand; Thou See what gourds, what blossoms they Are, what shadows they Are which thou huggest, what lies thou hast in thy right hand; pns21 vv2 r-crq n2, r-crq n2 pns32 vbr, r-crq n2 pns32 vbr r-crq pns21 vv2, q-crq vvz pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 j-jn n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1059 Page 544
10677 he calls now to thee to fix thy heart and thine eyes upon him alone, and to make him alone thy portion, to fix all thy delight upon him. he calls now to thee to fix thy heart and thine eyes upon him alone, and to make him alone thy portion, to fix all thy delight upon him. pns31 vvz av p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 cc po21 n2 p-acp pno31 av-j, cc pc-acp vvi pno31 av-j po21 n1, pc-acp vvi d po21 n1 p-acp pno31. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1059 Page 544
10678 For us that are spectators of such Providences, let us also by them learn wisdom. 1. By taking heed of such sins, as may provoke God to such dispensations: For us that Are spectators of such Providences, let us also by them Learn Wisdom. 1. By taking heed of such Sins, as may provoke God to such dispensations: p-acp pno12 cst vbr n2 pp-f d n2, vvb pno12 av p-acp pno32 vvi n1. crd p-acp vvg n1 pp-f d n2, c-acp vmb vvi np1 p-acp d n2: (45) sermon (DIV3) 1060 Page 544
10679 we stand concerned if we love our children, to love God, and to fear him, to walk closely with him; we stand concerned if we love our children, to love God, and to Fear him, to walk closely with him; pns12 vvb vvn cs pns12 vvb po12 n2, p-acp n1 np1, cc p-acp vvb pno31, pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10680 the wicked life of a Parent may shorten the life of a Child, for that God in judgment may write him childless, a man who shall not prosper, the wicked life of a Parent may shorten the life of a Child, for that God in judgement may write him childless, a man who shall not prosper, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp cst np1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pno31 j, dt n1 r-crq vmb xx vvi, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10681 nor his name out-live a present generation. Take heed of those particular sins, which may provoke God to such a stroke. nor his name outlive a present generation. Take heed of those particular Sins, which may provoke God to such a stroke. ccx po31 n1 vvi dt j n1. vvb n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp d dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10682 Take heed of murmuring at the blessing of a numerous off spring, and distrusting the Providence of God, Take heed of murmuring At the blessing of a numerous off spring, and distrusting the Providence of God, vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j p-acp n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10683 as to a providing for them. as to a providing for them. c-acp p-acp dt vvg p-acp pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10684 Take heed if Children be given you, that you do not set your heart upon them. Take heed if Children be given you, that you do not Set your heart upon them. vvb n1 cs n2 vbb vvn pn22, cst pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n1 p-acp pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 544
10685 Look upon them as fading flowers, and such flowers as never fade sooner, than while they are worn too near your heart. Look upon them as fading flowers, and such flowers as never fade sooner, than while they Are worn too near your heart. n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j-vvg n2, cc d n2 c-acp av-x vvi av-c, cs cs pns32 vbr vvn av av-j po22 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 545
10686 Take heed of sins by which the enemies of God shall be made to blaspheme. David for such sins lost his new born Child from his beloved Bathsheba. Take heed of Sins by which the enemies of God shall be made to Blaspheme. David for such Sins lost his new born Child from his Beloved Bathsheba. vvb n1 pp-f n2 p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi. np1 p-acp d n2 vvn po31 j j-vvn n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1061 Page 545
10687 2. More especially, take heed of neglecting your children. Neglect not the ordinance of Baptism as to them. 2. More especially, take heed of neglecting your children. Neglect not the Ordinance of Baptism as to them. crd av-dc av-j, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2. vvb xx dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp p-acp pno32. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10688 I do not think that is damnable; but I do think it is provocative of God. I do not think that is damnable; but I do think it is provocative of God. pns11 vdb xx vvi cst vbz j; cc-acp pns11 vdb vvi pn31 vbz j pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10689 I remember God met Moses in the Inn, and was about to kill him for his omission of Circumcision. Circumcision was in it self a pitiful thing, I Remember God met Moses in the Inn, and was about to kill him for his omission of Circumcision. Circumcision was in it self a pitiful thing, pns11 vvb np1 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1, cc vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1. n1 vbds p-acp pn31 n1 dt j n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10690 but it was Gods ordinance, it was his Covenant in the flesh with the seed of Abraham. but it was God's Ordinance, it was his Covenant in the Flesh with the seed of Abraham. cc-acp pn31 vbds npg1 n1, pn31 vbds po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10691 We are not upon a Divine institution, to say, To what purpose is it? or what good can it do? If the Jewish Child had dyed before the 8th day, its want of circumcision doubtless did not endanger its salvation; We Are not upon a Divine Institution, to say, To what purpose is it? or what good can it do? If the Jewish Child had died before the 8th day, its want of circumcision doubtless did not endanger its salvation; pns12 vbr xx p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi, p-acp r-crq n1 vbz pn31? cc q-crq j vmb pn31 vdi? cs dt jp n1 vhd vvn p-acp dt ord n1, po31 n1 pp-f n1 av-j vdd xx vvi po31 n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10692 but the deferring it beyond that time, might for ought I know, endanger the wrath of God upon the Parent, but the deferring it beyond that time, might for ought I know, endanger the wrath of God upon the Parent, cc-acp dt vvg pn31 p-acp d n1, vmd p-acp pi pns11 vvb, vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10693 and that wrath might be executed in cutting off the Child. and that wrath might be executed in cutting off the Child. cc d n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp vvg a-acp dt n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10694 I take the case to be much the same under the Gospel, I am sure the Covenant is the same; I take the case to be much the same under the Gospel, I am sure the Covenant is the same; pns11 vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi d dt d p-acp dt n1, pns11 vbm j dt n1 vbz dt d; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10695 take heed of neglecting to instruct your Children betimes, or to reprove and admonish them; take heed of neglecting to instruct your Children betimes, or to reprove and admonish them; vvb n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi po22 n2 av, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10696 God may cut them off betimes, and then your neglects will be a grief of heart to you. God may Cut them off betimes, and then your neglects will be a grief of heart to you. np1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp av, cc av po22 vvz vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1062 Page 545
10697 Finally, This calleth to all young ones, not to neglect the remembrance of their creator in the days of their youth. Finally, This calls to all young ones, not to neglect the remembrance of their creator in the days of their youth. av-j, d vvz p-acp d j pi2, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1. (45) sermon (DIV3) 1063 Page 545
10698 O let your tender years be no temptation to you, to put off your duty towards God, and your own souls; Oh let your tender Years be no temptation to you, to put off your duty towards God, and your own Souls; uh vvb po22 j n2 vbi dx n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1, cc po22 d n2; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1063 Page 545
10699 in the morning of your life, be plowing up the fallow ground of your hearts, and sowing the seed of righteousness; in the morning of your life, be plowing up the fallow ground of your hearts, and sowing the seed of righteousness; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, vbb vvg a-acp dt j n1 pp-f po22 n2, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f n1; (45) sermon (DIV3) 1063 Page 545
10700 indeed, in the evening our hands should not be slack; but who knoweth whether he shall see an evening, yea or no? indeed, in the evening our hands should not be slack; but who Knoweth whither he shall see an evening, yea or no? av, p-acp dt n1 po12 n2 vmd xx vbi j; cc-acp q-crq vvz cs pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, uh cc uh-dx? (45) sermon (DIV3) 1063 Page 545
10701 SERMON XLI. Rom. I. 26. For this Cause, God gave them up to vile Affections. SERMON XLI. Rom. I. 26. For this Cause, God gave them up to vile Affections. n1 crd. np1 np1 crd p-acp d n1, np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1063 Page 546
10702 MY business is to clear up the equity of the Lord in the ways of his Actual Providence, and to vindicate the justice and holiness of God from those, who by the Sophistry of their humane wisdom, seek to darken Divine knowledg. MY business is to clear up the equity of the Lord in the ways of his Actual Providence, and to vindicate the Justice and holiness of God from those, who by the Sophistry of their humane Wisdom, seek to darken Divine knowledge. po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d, r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n1, vvb pc-acp vvi j-jn n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10703 I am resolving the difficulties relating to the motions of Divine Providence in punitive dispensations. I have shewed you, I am resolving the difficulties relating to the motions of Divine Providence in punitive dispensations. I have showed you, pns11 vbm vvg dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp j n2. pns11 vhb vvn pn22, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10704 how just and reasonable it is, that God should be the Author of the evil of punishment: And that 1. to his own people, notwithstanding the satisfaction of Christ accepted for them, how just and reasonable it is, that God should be the Author of the evil of punishment: And that 1. to his own people, notwithstanding the satisfaction of christ accepted for them, c-crq j cc j pn31 vbz, cst np1 vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn pp-f n1: cc d crd p-acp po31 d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno32, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10705 and the remission of their sins as to eternal punishment. 2. As to those whom yet he knows to be such, and the remission of their Sins as to Eternal punishment. 2. As to those whom yet he knows to be such, cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 c-acp p-acp j n1. crd p-acp p-acp d r-crq av pns31 vvz pc-acp vbi d, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10706 as will be worse for their afflictions, and not better. 3. As to children who have not been guilty of actual sins: as will be Worse for their afflictions, and not better. 3. As to children who have not been guilty of actual Sins: c-acp vmb vbi av-jc p-acp po32 n2, cc xx j. crd c-acp p-acp n2 r-crq vhb xx vbn j pp-f j n2: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10707 I proceed now a step further. I proceed now a step further. pns11 vvb av dt n1 av-jc. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10708 God doth not only punish sin with smart, with pain, diseases, crosses, &c. but he sometimes punisheth sin with sin; for sin, giving men up to be led captive by their lusts. God does not only Punish since with smart, with pain, diseases, Crosses, etc. but he sometime Punisheth since with since; for since, giving men up to be led captive by their Lustiest. np1 vdz xx av-j vvi n1 p-acp j, p-acp n1, n2, n2, av p-acp pns31 av vvz n1 p-acp n1; p-acp n1, vvg n2 a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn j-jn p-acp po32 n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10709 The Text speaketh of such a Providence. The Text speaks of such a Providence. dt n1 vvz pp-f d dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10710 It relateth to the Heathens, of whom the Apostle had been before speaking, vers. 19, 20, he had been declaring what means they had to know God; It relateth to the heathens, of whom the Apostle had been before speaking, vers. 19, 20, he had been declaring what means they had to know God; pn31 vvz p-acp dt n2-jn, pp-f ro-crq dt n1 vhd vbn p-acp vvg, fw-la. crd, crd, pns31 vhd vbn vvg r-crq n2 pns32 vhd pc-acp vvi np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10712 That which might be known of God was manifest in them, for the invisible things of him, from the creation of the world, are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, That which might be known of God was manifest in them, for the invisible things of him, from the creation of the world, Are clearly seen, being understood by the things that Are made, cst r-crq vmd vbi vvn pp-f np1 vbds j p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10713 even his eternal Power and Godhead. even his Eternal Power and Godhead. av po31 j n1 cc n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10714 Then he sheweth how they abused and misimproved these means, for v. 21, when they knew God (in some measure, Then he shows how they abused and misimproved these means, for v. 21, when they knew God (in Some measure, av pns31 vvz c-crq pns32 vvd cc j d n2, c-acp n1 crd, c-crq pns32 vvd np1 (p-acp d n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10715 as the light of nature, and works of creation, would discover him to them) they glorified him not as God, as the Light of nature, and works of creation, would discover him to them) they glorified him not as God, c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1, vmd vvi pno31 p-acp pno32) pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 546
10716 neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkned; neither were thankful, but became vain in their Imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened; av-dx vbdr j, cc-acp vvd j p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 j n1 vbds vvn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10717 professing themselves to be wise they became fools, and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image, made like to corruptible man, to birds, to four-footed-beasts and creeping things. The business was this: professing themselves to be wise they became Fools, and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image, made like to corruptible man, to Birds, to four-footed-beasts and creeping things. The business was this: vvg px32 pc-acp vbi j pns32 vvd n2, cc vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp dt n1, vvd av-j p-acp j n1, p-acp n2, p-acp n2 cc j-vvg n2. dt n1 vbds d: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10718 The Heathens had indeed but an imperfect knowledge of God, no more than the light of nature, The heathens had indeed but an imperfect knowledge of God, no more than the Light of nature, dt n2-jn vhd av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, av-dx dc cs dt n1 pp-f n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10719 and the works of God in nature shewed them; and the works of God in nature showed them; cc dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vvd pno32; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10720 but yet this was enough to have let them know that God could not be like a man, but yet this was enough to have let them know that God could not be like a man, cc-acp av d vbds av-d pc-acp vhi vvn pno32 vvi cst np1 vmd xx vbi av-j dt n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10721 or a beast, or a creeping thing; yet such images and representations of God they made, and worshipped: or a beast, or a creeping thing; yet such Images and representations of God they made, and worshipped: cc dt n1, cc dt j-vvg n1; av d n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 pns32 vvd, cc vvn: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10722 wherefore (saith the Apostle, vers. 24.) God also gave them up to lusts of uncleanness, &c. and so again in my Text, vers. 26. For this cause, God gave them up to vile affections; Wherefore (Says the Apostle, vers. 24.) God also gave them up to Lustiest of uncleanness, etc. and so again in my Text, vers. 26. For this cause, God gave them up to vile affections; c-crq (vvz dt n1, fw-la. crd) np1 av vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av cc av av p-acp po11 n1, fw-la. crd p-acp d n1, np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10723 and so again, vers. 28. And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are inconvenient. and so again, vers. 28. And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a Reprobate mind, to do those things which Are inconvenient. cc av av, fw-la. crd cc av c-acp pns32 vdd xx av-j pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n1, np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vdi d n2 r-crq vbr j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10724 Being filled with all unrighteousness, &c. Now the Question is, Quest. Being filled with all unrighteousness, etc. Now the Question is, Quest. vbg vvn p-acp d n1, av av dt n1 vbz, n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1064 Page 547
10725 How it can consist with the holiness and purity of God thus to punish sin with sin; How it can consist with the holiness and purity of God thus to Punish since with since; c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 av pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1065 Page 547
10726 for their committing of some sins to give them up to commit others? for their committing of Some Sins to give them up to commit Others? p-acp po32 vvg pp-f d n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp pc-acp vvi n2-jn? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1065 Page 547
10727 The difficulty is, because it is hard to conceive how God should do this, without a willing of sin. The difficulty is, Because it is hard to conceive how God should do this, without a willing of since. dt n1 vbz, c-acp pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vmd vdi d, p-acp dt j pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10728 Although therefore it is plain enough in the Text, and twice more repeated in the Chapter, it be said, God gave them up to uncleanness, and God gave them up to a reprobate mind: Although Therefore it is plain enough in the Text, and twice more repeated in the Chapter, it be said, God gave them up to uncleanness, and God gave them up to a Reprobate mind: cs av pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp dt n1, cc av av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1, pn31 vbi vvn, np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, cc np1 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10729 yet it will not be amiss for us from other Scriptures to take some auxiliary help for the proving of this, That there hath been, yet it will not be amiss for us from other Scriptures to take Some auxiliary help for the proving of this, That there hath been, av pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp pno12 p-acp j-jn n2 pc-acp vvi d j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d, cst a-acp vhz vbn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10730 and doubtless are still such dispensations of God. and doubtless Are still such dispensations of God. cc av-j vbr av d n2 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10731 Then I shall attempt to reconcile these Providences to the justice, holiness and goodness of God; after that I shall make some application of my Discourse upon this Argument. Then I shall attempt to reconcile these Providences to the Justice, holiness and Goodness of God; After that I shall make Some application of my Discourse upon this Argument. cs pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp d n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10732 It is a known Text which you have, Isaiah 6.9, 10. Go and tell this people, hear you indeed, but understand not; It is a known Text which you have, Isaiah 6.9, 10. Go and tell this people, hear you indeed, but understand not; pn31 vbz dt j-vvn n1 r-crq pn22 vhb, np1 crd, crd vvb cc vvi d n1, vvb pn22 av, cc-acp vvb xx; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10733 and see you indeed, but perceive not; make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy; and see you indeed, but perceive not; make the heart of this people fat, and make their ears heavy; cc vvb pn22 av, cc-acp vvb xx; vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1 j, cc vvi po32 n2 j; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10734 and shut their eyes, lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert, and be healed. and shut their eyes, lest they see with their eyes, and hear with their ears, and understand with their heart, and convert, and be healed. cc vvd po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n1, cc vvi, cc vbi vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10735 It is a Text which you find quoted six times in the New-Testament, Mat. 13.14. Mar. 4.12. Luk. 8.10. Joh. 12.40. Act. 28.26. Rom. 11.8. It is a Text which you find quoted six times in the New testament, Mathew 13.14. Mar. 4.12. Luk. 8.10. John 12.40. Act. 28.26. Rom. 11.8. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb vvn crd n2 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. n1 crd. np1 crd. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10736 In the first place Mat. 13. it is said that in them is fulfilled the Prophecy of Isaias, By hearing you shall hear, and not understand; In the First place Mathew 13. it is said that in them is fulfilled the Prophecy of Isaiah, By hearing you shall hear, and not understand; p-acp dt ord n1 np1 crd pn31 vbz vvn cst p-acp pno32 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 547
10737 and seeing you shall see, and not perceive. and seeing you shall see, and not perceive. cc vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10738 For this peoples heart is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing, &c. That Text plainly makes it out, that Gods judicial giving them over to their blindness, was consequent to their sinful stopping of their ears, and shutting of their eyes. For this peoples heart is waxed gross, and their ears Are dull of hearing, etc. That Text plainly makes it out, that God's judicial giving them over to their blindness, was consequent to their sinful stopping of their ears, and shutting of their eyes. p-acp d ng1 n1 vbz vvn j, cc po32 n2 vbr j pp-f vvg, av cst n1 av-j vvz pn31 av, cst npg1 j vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n1, vbds j p-acp po32 j vvg pp-f po32 n2, cc vvg pp-f po32 n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10739 But Christ there saith, that for this he spake to them in parables, Mat. 13.13. but Rom. 11.8. it is said, God hath given them the spirit of slumber; But christ there Says, that for this he spoke to them in parables, Mathew 13.13. but Rom. 11.8. it is said, God hath given them the Spirit of slumber; p-acp np1 pc-acp vvz, cst p-acp d pns31 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp n2, np1 crd. cc-acp np1 crd. pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vhz vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10740 eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear; and certain it is, Isaiah had Gods commission, chap. 6. and Acts 28.26. eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear; and certain it is, Isaiah had God's commission, chap. 6. and Acts 28.26. n2 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi, cc n2 cst pns32 vmd xx vvi; cc j pn31 vbz, np1 vhd n2 n1, n1 crd cc n2 crd. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10741 Well spake the Holy Ghost, by Isaias the Prophet to our Fathers, saying, Go unto this people, Well spoke the Holy Ghost, by Isaiah the Prophet to our Father's, saying, Go unto this people, av vvd dt j n1, p-acp np1 dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvg, vvb p-acp d n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10742 and say, Hearing you shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing you shall see, and not perceive. and say, Hearing you shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing you shall see, and not perceive. cc vvi, vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc vmb xx vvi; cc vvg pn22 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10743 For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears are dull of hearing; For the heart of this people is waxed gross, and their ears Are dull of hearing; p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 vbz vvn j, cc po32 n2 vbr j pp-f vvg; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10744 and their eyes have they closed. and their eyes have they closed. cc po32 n2 vhb pns32 vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10745 By all which it clearly appears, that God punished the former sins of the Jews in their wilful shutting their eyes, By all which it clearly appears, that God punished the former Sins of the jews in their wilful shutting their eyes, p-acp d r-crq pn31 av-j vvz, cst np1 vvd dt j n2 pp-f dt np2 p-acp po32 j vvg po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10746 and stopping their ears against the revelation of the Divine will, by a judicial giving them up to a blindness of mind, and hardness of heart. and stopping their ears against the Revelation of the Divine will, by a judicial giving them up to a blindness of mind, and hardness of heart. cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10747 To this purpose is that, 2 Thess. 2.11. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a lye: To this purpose is that, 2 Thess 2.11. And for this cause God shall send them strong delusions, that they should believe a lie: p-acp d n1 vbz d, crd np1 crd. cc p-acp d n1 np1 vmb vvi pno32 j n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi dt n1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10748 for what cause? vers. 10. Because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. for what cause? vers. 10. Because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved. p-acp r-crq n1? fw-la. crd c-acp pns32 vvd xx dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vbi vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10749 Many other texts there are, speaking of Gods hardning the heart of Pharaoh, and the hearts of others; Many other texts there Are, speaking of God's hardening the heart of Pharaoh, and the hearts of Others; d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbr, vvg pp-f n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10750 but these are sufficient to evince, that there is such a dreadful dispensation of God. St. John reciting the afore-mentioned text of Isaiah, Joh. 12.39. but these Are sufficient to evince, that there is such a dreadful Dispensation of God. Saint John reciting the aforementioned text of Isaiah, John 12.39. cc-acp d vbr j pc-acp vvi, cst pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 pp-f np1. n1 np1 vvg dt j n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10751 saith, Therefore they could not believe, because that Isaias said again, that he hath blinded their eyes, Says, Therefore they could not believe, Because that Isaiah said again, that he hath blinded their eyes, vvz, av pns32 vmd xx vvi, c-acp cst np1 vvd av, cst pns31 vhz vvn po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10752 and hardned their hearts, that they should not see with their eyes, and understand with their hearts, and hardened their hearts, that they should not see with their eyes, and understand with their hearts, cc vvn po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd xx vvi p-acp po32 n2, cc vvi p-acp po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10753 and be converted, and I should heal them. and be converted, and I should heal them. cc vbi vvn, cc pns11 vmd vvi pno32. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10754 So, as I say, it is clear there is such a penal act of Divine Providence; So, as I say, it is clear there is such a penal act of Divine Providence; av, c-acp pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10755 and now that we are upon this argument, it will not be amiss for us to enquire what sins those are which provoke God to such a degree. and now that we Are upon this argument, it will not be amiss for us to inquire what Sins those Are which provoke God to such a degree. cc av cst pns12 vbr p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi r-crq n2 d vbr r-crq vvb np1 p-acp d dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1066 Page 548
10756 In the general they were sins against light; sins against the light of nature. In the general they were Sins against Light; Sins against the Light of nature. p-acp dt n1 pns32 vbdr ng1 p-acp n1; n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1067 Page 548
10757 The Apostle speaketh of such sinning, Rom. 1. When they knew God, they glorified him not as God; The Apostle speaks of such sinning, Rom. 1. When they knew God, they glorified him not as God; dt n1 vvz pp-f d vvg, np1 crd c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1067 Page 548
10758 they knew God by the light of nature, and sinned against that light. All the other texts speak of sinning against the light of Revelation. they knew God by the Light of nature, and sinned against that Light. All the other texts speak of sinning against the Light of Revelation. pns32 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvn p-acp d n1. av-d dt j-jn n2 vvb pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1067 Page 548
10759 God for mens bold and impudent sinning against natural light, or against the light of his word, doth many times deliver up men in this manner. But the great question is, Quest. God for men's bold and impudent sinning against natural Light, or against the Light of his word, does many times deliver up men in this manner. But the great question is, Quest. np1 p-acp ng2 j cc j vvg p-acp j n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vdz d n2 vvb a-acp n2 p-acp d n1. p-acp dt j n1 vbz, n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1067 Page 548
10760 How is this reconcilable to the goodness, purity, and holiness of God? How is this reconcilable to the Goodness, purity, and holiness of God? q-crq vbz d j p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1068 Page 549
10761 God in Scripture doth frequently declare that he delights not in the blood of sinners, his willingness that all should be saved, &c. He doth as plentifully declare, that he is of purer eyes than to behold iniquity; God in Scripture does frequently declare that he delights not in the blood of Sinners, his willingness that all should be saved, etc. He does as plentifully declare, that he is of Purer eyes than to behold iniquity; np1 p-acp n1 vdz av-j vvi cst pns31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, po31 n1 cst d vmd vbi vvn, av pns31 vdz p-acp av-j vvi, cst pns31 vbz pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1069 Page 549
10762 that he tempteth no man, and cannot be the author of sin. that he tempts no man, and cannot be the author of since. cst pns31 vvz dx n1, cc vmbx vbi dt n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1069 Page 549
10763 Now how can God give up men to blindness of mind, to hardness of heart, without willing it? and if he willeth it, Now how can God give up men to blindness of mind, to hardness of heart, without willing it? and if he wills it, av q-crq vmb np1 vvi a-acp n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pn31? cc cs pns31 vvz pn31, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1069 Page 549
10764 how shall he be excused from being the author of it? To which I answer: how shall he be excused from being the author of it? To which I answer: q-crq vmb pns31 vbi vvn p-acp vbg dt n1 pp-f pn31? p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1069 Page 549
10765 1. If we mean by the goodness of God, his kindness unto sinners in order to their conversion and healing, and being saved; 1. If we mean by the Goodness of God, his kindness unto Sinners in order to their conversion and healing, and being saved; crd cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, po31 n1 p-acp n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n-vvg, cc vbg vvn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10766 there is nothing of that nature to be expected from God under this dispensation. It is the seal of reprobation and damnation; there is nothing of that nature to be expected from God under this Dispensation. It is the seal of reprobation and damnation; pc-acp vbz pix pp-f d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10767 those poor souls are left to the judgement and condemnation of the last day, without any great hopes of mercy; those poor Souls Are left to the judgement and condemnation of the last day, without any great hope's of mercy; d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp d j n2 pp-f n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10768 they have had their time, their means, their mercies; the patience of God hath a long time waited upon them; they have had their time, their means, their Mercies; the patience of God hath a long time waited upon them; pns32 vhb vhn po32 n1, po32 n2, po32 n2; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno32; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10769 their glass is now run out; Gods day of grace is come to an end, as to them: their glass is now run out; God's day of grace is come to an end, as to them: po32 n1 vbz av vvn av; n2 n1 pp-f n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp pno32: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10770 Lest (saith God by the Prophet) they should convert and be healed. Lest (Says God by the Prophet) they should convert and be healed. cs (vvz np1 p-acp dt n1) pns32 vmd vvi cc vbi vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10771 Gods frequent declarations, that he desireth not the death of sinners, do not oblige God for ever to strive with sinners, shutting their eyes, God's frequent declarations, that he Desires not the death of Sinners, do not oblige God for ever to strive with Sinners, shutting their eyes, npg1 j n2, cst pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f n2, vdb xx vvi np1 p-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, vvg po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10773 It is enough that God hath a long time waited upon these sinners, and hath had no fruit of his patience with them. It is enough that God hath a long time waited upon these Sinners, and hath had no fruit of his patience with them. pn31 vbz d cst np1 vhz dt j n1 vvn p-acp d n2, cc vhz vhn dx n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno32. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10774 But now if by the goodness of God we understand his justice, purity and holiness, so I doubt not but to evidence to you, that under such tremendous dispensations, But now if by the Goodness of God we understand his Justice, purity and holiness, so I doubt not but to evidence to you, that under such tremendous dispensations, p-acp av cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pns12 vvb po31 n1, n1 cc n1, av pns11 vvb xx cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, cst p-acp d j n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10775 yet God is a just, pure and holy God. To this purpose 2. In the second place let us consider, 1. What God doth under these dispensations. yet God is a just, pure and holy God. To this purpose 2. In the second place let us Consider, 1. What God does under these dispensations. av np1 vbz dt j, j cc j np1. p-acp d n1 crd p-acp dt ord n1 vvb pno12 vvi, crd r-crq np1 vdz p-acp d n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1070 Page 549
10776 2. Ʋnder what circumstances those sinners are, whom God brings under them. Let us understand, What God doth in these dispensations. 2. Ʋnder what Circumstances those Sinners Are, whom God brings under them. Let us understand, What God does in these dispensations. crd np1 q-crq n2 d n2 vbr, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32. vvb pno12 vvi, r-crq np1 vdz p-acp d n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1071 Page 549
10777 1. Negatively, We say God doth not infuse any malice into a sinners heart; 1. Negatively, We say God does not infuse any malice into a Sinners heart; crd av-j, pns12 vvb np1 vdz xx vvi d n1 p-acp dt ng1 n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 549
10778 this indeed were to make God the author of sin. God putteth no malice into the heart of sinners; this indeed were to make God the author of since. God putteth no malice into the heart of Sinners; d av vbdr pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1. np1 vvz dx n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 549
10779 he excites no malice in their hearts; he excites no malice in their hearts; pns31 vvz dx n1 p-acp po32 n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 549
10780 and this both the Jesuits and Arminians (who conspire together to reproach Calvin, and other eminent servants of God, with the odious reproach of making God the author of sin ) have been told by as many as have treated upon this argument; and this both the Jesuits and Arminians (who conspire together to reproach calvin, and other eminent Servants of God, with the odious reproach of making God the author of since) have been told by as many as have treated upon this argument; cc d d dt np2 cc njp2 (r-crq vvb av p-acp n1 np1, cc j-jn j n2 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f n1) vhb vbn vvn p-acp p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10781 but they have a mind to revile, The Lord rebuke them. This is the meaning of the Schoolmen, but they have a mind to revile, The Lord rebuke them. This is the meaning of the Schoolmen, cc-acp pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 vvb pno32. d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10782 when they say, that God doth not harden any, quantum ad rationem defectus, but only quantum ad rationem ordinis. Now how they should make God the author of sin, who freely grant this, they should do well to make us understand: when they say, that God does not harden any, quantum ad rationem defectus, but only quantum ad rationem Order. Now how they should make God the author of since, who freely grant this, they should do well to make us understand: c-crq pns32 vvb, cst np1 vdz xx vvi d, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp j fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. av c-crq pns32 vmd vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq av-j vvb d, pns32 vmd vdi av pc-acp vvi pno12 vvi: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10783 and I would fain have them shew me, where either Calvin, or Beza, or Zuinglius, or Pareus, or P. Martyr, or any other whom Bellarmine, and Tilenus, or any other so boldly traduce, and I would fain have them show me, where either calvin, or Beza, or Zwingli, or Pareus, or P. Martyr, or any other whom Bellarmine, and Tilenus, or any other so boldly traduce, cc pns11 vmd av-j vhi pno32 vvi pno11, c-crq d np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1, cc np1 n1, cc d n-jn r-crq np1, cc np1, cc d n-jn av av-j vvi, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10784 as making God the author of sin, have said any thing of this nature; as making God the author of since, have said any thing of this nature; c-acp vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, vhb vvn d n1 pp-f d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10785 they all agree with Augustine in saying, that God hardneth none impertiendo malitiam: but this only telleth you what God doth not. they all agree with Augustine in saying, that God Hardeneth none impertiendo Malitiam: but this only Telleth you what God does not. pns32 d vvi p-acp np1 p-acp vvg, cst np1 vvz pix fw-la fw-la: p-acp d av-j vvz pn22 r-crq np1 vdz xx. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1073 Page 550
10786 2. In the second place, God doth undoubtedly withdraw those means, which should effectually keep them from such sins; 2. In the second place, God does undoubtedly withdraw those means, which should effectually keep them from such Sins; crd p-acp dt ord n1, np1 vdz av-j vvi d n2, r-crq vmd av-j vvi pno32 p-acp d n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10787 and certainly this is not unrighteous with God, for he may do with his own what pleaseth him. and Certainly this is not unrighteous with God, for he may do with his own what Pleases him. cc av-j d vbz xx j p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vmb vdi p-acp po31 d r-crq vvz pno31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10788 Had not the Lord with-held this grace from the Angels, and from our first Parents, Had not the Lord withheld this grace from the Angels, and from our First Parents, vhd xx dt n1 vvd d n1 p-acp dt n2, cc p-acp po12 ord n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10789 neither had the first fallen from their glorious state, nor the second from the state of innocency; neither had the First fallen from their glorious state, nor the second from the state of innocency; dx vhd dt ord vvn p-acp po32 j n1, ccx dt ord p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10790 by which it appeareth, that this is no more than the Lord might have done if the sinner had not sinned: by which it appears, that this is no more than the Lord might have done if the sinner had not sinned: p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz, cst d vbz dx dc cs dt n1 vmd vhi vdn cs dt n1 vhd xx vvn: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10846 But (saith that excellent Author) if we rightly understand it, it is not of so much moment, But (Says that excellent Author) if we rightly understand it, it is not of so much moment, cc-acp (vvz d j n1) cs pns12 av-jn vvi pn31, pn31 vbz xx pp-f av d n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10791 to say the contrary, were to make God a debtor to his creature; but this is no more than Bellarmine himself, and all the Arminians will grant. to say the contrary, were to make God a debtor to his creature; but this is no more than Bellarmine himself, and all the Arminians will grant. pc-acp vvi dt n-jn, vbdr pc-acp vvi np1 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; cc-acp d vbz dx dc cs np1 px31, cc d dt njp2 vmb vvi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1074 Page 550
10792 3. God doth undoubtedly leave this poor wretch whom he thus punisheth, to act according to the impetus of his original lust and corruption, according to that lust which is in his heart. 3. God does undoubtedly leave this poor wretch whom he thus Punisheth, to act according to the impetus of his original lust and corruption, according to that lust which is in his heart. crd np1 vdz av-j vvi d j n1 r-crq pns31 av vvz, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po31 n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10793 No man can deny but this is consistent with the justice, purity and holiness of God. No man can deny but this is consistent with the Justice, purity and holiness of God. dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp d vbz j p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10794 If for God to leave or suffer men to walk in their own ways, not to quench the original lust which is in their heart, If for God to leave or suffer men to walk in their own ways, not to quench the original lust which is in their heart, cs p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, xx pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po32 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10795 but to suffer them to put it forth in actual sin and wickedness, would make God the author of sin; but to suffer them to put it forth in actual since and wickedness, would make God the author of since; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi pn31 av p-acp j n1 cc n1, vmd vvi np1 dt n1 pp-f n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10796 God must be concluded the author of all that sin which is committed in the world. God must be concluded the author of all that since which is committed in the world. np1 vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f d cst n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10797 But it is written, He will have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and his grace could not be grace if it were not free. But it is written, He will have mercy on whom he will have mercy, and his grace could not be grace if it were not free. p-acp pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1, cc po31 n1 vmd xx vbi n1 cs pn31 vbdr xx j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10798 But thus far all are agreed, that God doth harden negatively and permissively. I hope there is none will doubt, But thus Far all Are agreed, that God does harden negatively and permissively. I hope there is none will doubt, p-acp av av-j d vbr vvn, cst np1 vdz vvi av-j cc av-j. pns11 vvb a-acp vbz pix vmb vvi, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10799 but that if a traytor deserved to dye, and to starve to death, though a Prince had it in his power to pardon him, but that if a traitor deserved to die, and to starve to death, though a Prince had it in his power to pardon him, cc-acp cst cs dt n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cs dt n1 vhd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10800 or supply him with bread to keep him from dying in that manner; or supply him with bred to keep him from dying in that manner; cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp vvg p-acp d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10801 yet the Prince were just if he did neither of these, but suffered him to perish according to his deserts; yet the Prince were just if he did neither of these, but suffered him to perish according to his deserts; av dt n1 vbdr j cs pns31 vdd d pp-f d, cc-acp vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 550
10802 but (as I said before) this is denied by none. but (as I said before) this is denied by none. cc-acp (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) d vbz vvn p-acp pix. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 551
10803 All the dispute is, whether God doth any positive act in the hardning and blinding of sinners: All the dispute is, whither God does any positive act in the hardening and blinding of Sinners: av-d dt n1 vbz, cs np1 vdz d j n1 p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f n2: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 551
10804 this is denied by Bellarmine and the Jesuits, and by the Arminians also. In opposition to which I say, this is denied by Bellarmine and the Jesuits, and by the Arminians also. In opposition to which I say, d vbz vvn p-acp np1 cc dt np2, cc p-acp dt njp2 av. p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1075 Page 551
10805 4. Though God doth not positively harden nor blind any sinners, yet he doth do some positive acts, that relate to the hardning and blinding of them. 4. Though God does not positively harden nor blind any Sinners, yet he does doe Some positive acts, that relate to the hardening and blinding of them. crd cs np1 vdz xx av-j vvi ccx vvi d n2, av pns31 vdz n1 d j n2, cst vvb p-acp dt n-vvg cc vvg pp-f pno32. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1076 Page 551
10806 I say he positively hardneth none, he doth not make their soft hearts hard, nor positively blind any; he doth not shut their eyes, and of seeing make them blind. I say he positively Hardeneth none, he does not make their soft hearts hard, nor positively blind any; he does not shut their eyes, and of seeing make them blind. pns11 vvb pns31 av-j vvz pi, pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 j n2 av-j, ccx av-j vvi d; pns31 vdz xx vvi po32 n2, cc pp-f vvg vvi pno32 j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1076 Page 551
10807 Here now the difference lies betwixt Bellarmine with Arminius, and those eminent Divines whom they would asperse with this imputation, of making God the author of sin, because these Divines cannot allow God to be a meer spectator, Here now the difference lies betwixt Bellarmine with Arminius, and those eminent Divines whom they would asperse with this imputation, of making God the author of since, Because these Divines cannot allow God to be a mere spectator, av av dt n1 vvz p-acp np1 p-acp np1, cc d j n2-jn ro-crq pns32 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, pp-f vvg np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d n2-jn vmbx vvi np1 pc-acp vbi dt j n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1076 Page 551
10808 an idle looker upon his works of Providence: they insist upon this Argument, which certainly is not to be answered. an idle looker upon his works of Providence: they insist upon this Argument, which Certainly is not to be answered. dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1: pns32 vvb p-acp d n1, r-crq av-j vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1076 Page 551
10809 In all acts of punishment God doth something positively. In all acts of punishment God does something positively. p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 np1 vdz pi av-j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10902 if any of my Servants will steal them, let it be at their peril, they shall be hang'd for it. if any of my Servants will steal them, let it be At their peril, they shall be hanged for it. cs d pp-f po11 n2 vmb vvi pno32, vvb pn31 vbi p-acp po32 n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10810 But the Scirpture mentions the giving up of soms sinners to vile affections, to a reprobate mind, &c. as acts of punishment. Therefore God as to them doth something positively. But the Scripture mentions the giving up of soms Sinners to vile affections, to a Reprobate mind, etc. as acts of punishment. Therefore God as to them does something positively. p-acp dt n1 n2 dt vvg a-acp pp-f n2 n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1, av p-acp n2 pp-f n1. av np1 c-acp p-acp pno32 vdz pi av-j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10811 The minor is evident from the stile of the Scripture. The minor is evident from the style of the Scripture. dt j vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10812 Now for the major, Certainly in all all punishments God acteth as a Judge, and therefore must do something positively. Now for the Major, Certainly in all all punishments God Acts as a Judge, and Therefore must do something positively. av p-acp dt j, av-j p-acp d d n2 np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc av vmb vdi pi av-j. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10813 The infliction of a punishment, argueth a positive judgement of God. The infliction of a punishment, argue a positive judgement of God. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz dt j n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10814 Besides (which is noted by Pareus ) God is said seven or eight times over to harden Pharaohs heart, Beside (which is noted by Pareus) God is said seven or eight times over to harden Pharaohs heart, p-acp (r-crq vbz vvn p-acp np1) np1 vbz vvn crd cc crd n2 a-acp pc-acp vvi np1 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10815 and many others who never had any grace to be withdrawn. and many Others who never had any grace to be withdrawn. cc d n2-jn r-crq av vhd d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10816 Besides, it is very observable, that the words which the Scripture maketh use of to signifie Gods penal action in hardning sinners, Exod. 4.21. & 7.3. & 10.1. are such as cannot be expounded by a bare permission or desertion, and signifie a vehement intension of the action, being verbs of the second and third Conjugation in the Hebrew. Beside, it is very observable, that the words which the Scripture makes use of to signify God's penal actium in hardening Sinners, Exod 4.21. & 7.3. & 10.1. Are such as cannot be expounded by a bore permission or desertion, and signify a vehement intention of the actium, being verbs of the second and third Conjugation in the Hebrew. p-acp, pn31 vbz av j, cst dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1 p-acp vvg n2, np1 crd. cc crd. cc crd. vbr d c-acp vmbx vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, cc vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbg n2 pp-f dt ord cc ord n1 p-acp dt njp. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10817 This is a great point in Divinity, let me therefore tell you what our Divines say in their own words, This is a great point in Divinity, let me Therefore tell you what our Divines say in their own words, d vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 r-crq po12 n2-jn vvb p-acp po32 d n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10818 and then examine if it be not reconcileable by our reason to the justice and holiness of God. and then examine if it be not reconcilable by our reason to the Justice and holiness of God. cc av vvb cs pn31 vbb xx j p-acp po12 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10819 Parens saith, That it is sufficient that God in these tremendous dispensations, acting as a Judge, by way of punishment (which as the Scripture plentifully affirms, Parents Says, That it is sufficient that God in these tremendous dispensations, acting as a Judge, by Way of punishment (which as the Scripture plentifully affirms, np1 vvz, cst pn31 vbz j cst np1 p-acp d j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1 (r-crq c-acp dt n1 av-j vvz, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10820 so Bellarmine himself granteth) God must act in it not meerly privatively but positively; we need not be curious to examine the manner how he acteth. so Bellarmine himself grants) God must act in it not merely privatively but positively; we need not be curious to examine the manner how he Acts. av np1 px31 vvz) np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn31 xx av-j av-j p-acp av-j; pns12 vvb xx vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 551
10821 Fit illa traditio explicabili, sive inexplicabili, occulto quidem, sed semper justo modo, whether we be able to open, or not open the manner; Fit illa Tradition explicabili, sive inexplicabili, occulto quidem, sed semper Justo modo, whither we be able to open, or not open the manner; vvb fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cs pns12 vbb j p-acp j, cc xx vvi dt n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10822 God doth it always by a just, although a secret judgment; God does it always by a just, although a secret judgement; np1 vdz pn31 av p-acp dt j, cs dt j-jn n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10823 but, saith he, in three things it seems to be explicable: 1. By leaving men to the impetus and force of their own lusts. but, Says he, in three things it seems to be explicable: 1. By leaving men to the impetus and force of their own Lustiest. cc-acp, vvz pns31, p-acp crd n2 pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi j: crd p-acp vvg n2 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 d n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10824 This, saith he, is a general way; for all that perish, are thus left to themselves; This, Says he, is a general Way; for all that perish, Are thus left to themselves; d, vvz pns31, vbz dt j n1; p-acp d cst vvb, vbr av vvn p-acp px32; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10825 yet it cannot be said properly of all such, that God hath delivered them up to hardness of heart, &c. 2. By giving them means of softning; yet it cannot be said properly of all such, that God hath Delivered them up to hardness of heart, etc. 2. By giving them means of softening; av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn av-j pp-f d d, cst np1 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, av crd p-acp vvg pno32 n2 pp-f j-vvg; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10826 such are precepts, miracles, his works, &c. which they through the wickedness of their hearts only use to their further hardening. such Are Precepts, Miracles, his works, etc. which they through the wickedness of their hearts only use to their further hardening. d vbr n2, n2, po31 n2, av r-crq pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 av-j vvi p-acp po32 av-j n-vvg. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10827 Thus it was in the case of Pharaoh, Sihon, &c. This on their part was a sin, on Gods part a just judgment; Thus it was in the case of Pharaoh, Sihon, etc. This on their part was a since, on God's part a just judgement; av pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1, av np1 p-acp po32 n1 vbds dt n1, p-acp ng1 n1 dt j n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10901 and let her whole Family want necessary utensils? Will she not rather say, I will have those things in my house which are fit; and let her Whole Family want necessary utensils? Will she not rather say, I will have those things in my house which Are fit; cc vvb po31 j-jn n1 vvb j n2? n1 pns31 xx av-c vvi, pns11 vmb vhi d n2 p-acp po11 n1 r-crq vbr j; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10828 but it may be this is not the case of all, and seemeth hardly applicable to the Gentiles whom God so gave up, Rom. 1: 26. 3. A third way (saith he) (which is more universal) is by delivering them up to their lusts, but it may be this is not the case of all, and seems hardly applicable to the Gentiles whom God so gave up, Rom. 1: 26. 3. A third Way (Says he) (which is more universal) is by delivering them up to their Lustiest, cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d, cc vvz av j p-acp dt np1 r-crq np1 av vvd a-acp, np1 vvn: crd crd dt ord n1 (vvz pns31) (r-crq vbz av-dc j) vbz p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10829 and to Satan, to be further blinded, seduced, and hardned, as in the case of Ahab, and the Gentiles mentioned in this first Chapter of the Romans, and 2 Cor. 4.4. The God of this world hath blinded the eyes of those that believe not. and to Satan, to be further blinded, seduced, and hardened, as in the case of Ahab, and the Gentiles mentioned in this First Chapter of the Roman, and 2 Cor. 4.4. The God of this world hath blinded the eyes of those that believe not. cc p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn, vvn, cc vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2-j vvn p-acp d ord n1 pp-f dt njp2, cc crd np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f d n1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb xx. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10830 Now that Satan seduceth souls by command from God, appeareth by the story of Ahab, 1 King. 22.22, 23. The Lord hath put a lying spirit in the mouth of all these thy prophets. Now that Satan seduceth Souls by command from God, appears by the story of Ahab, 1 King. 22.22, 23. The Lord hath put a lying Spirit in the Mouth of all these thy Prophets. av cst np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, crd n1. crd, crd dt n1 vhz vvn dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d po21 n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10831 Another great Divine opens it in these particulars: God (saith he) hardneth sinners, another great Divine Opens it in these particulars: God (Says he) Hardeneth Sinners, j-jn j n-jn vvz pn31 p-acp d n2-j: np1 (vvz pns31) vvz n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1077 Page 552
10832 1. By immediately depriving them of reason and counsel, or punishing them, so as their rage is increasod against God; 1. By immediately depriving them of reason and counsel, or punishing them, so as their rage is increasod against God; crd p-acp av-j vvg pno32 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc vvg pno32, av c-acp po32 n1 vbz j p-acp np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1078 Page 552
10833 for this he giveth us the instance of Pharaoh, whose heart was the more hardened by the plagues which he felt; for this he gives us the instance of Pharaoh, whose heart was the more hardened by the plagues which he felt; p-acp d pns31 vvz pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1, rg-crq n1 vbds dt av-dc vvn p-acp dt n2 r-crq pns31 vvd; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1078 Page 552
10834 and for this he quoteth Gregory the Great, one of the Popes. and for this he quoteth Gregory the Great, one of the Popes. cc p-acp d pns31 vvz np1 dt j, crd pp-f dt n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1078 Page 552
10835 2. God immediately hardneth the hearts of sinners (saith he) by giving them up to Satan, that they may be by him hardned, 2. God immediately Hardeneth the hearts of Sinners (Says he) by giving them up to Satan, that they may be by him hardened, crd np1 av-j vvz dt n2 pp-f n2 (vvz pns31) p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp np1, cst pns32 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1079 Page 552
10836 as in the case of Saul and Ahab, and those mentioned in the second Epistle to the Thessalonians. as in the case of Saul and Ahab, and those mentioned in the second Epistle to the Thessalonians. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, cc d vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt njp2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1079 Page 552
10837 3. (Saith he) he hardneth them per se ipsos, by themselves, giving them up, 3. (Says he) he Hardeneth them per se ipsos, by themselves, giving them up, crd (vvz pns31) pns31 vvz pno32 fw-la fw-la fw-la, p-acp px32, vvg pno32 a-acp, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1080 Page 552
10838 as my Text faith, to vile affections. Thus Pharaoh is said thrice to have hardned his own heart; Pharaoh by his own free-will hardned his heart, as my Text faith, to vile affections. Thus Pharaoh is said thrice to have hardened his own heart; Pharaoh by his own freewill hardened his heart, c-acp po11 n1 n1, p-acp j n2. av np1 vbz vvn av pc-acp vhi vvn po31 d n1; np1 p-acp po31 d n1 vvn po31 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1080 Page 552
10839 and God hardned it by his just judgment. and God hardened it by his just judgement. cc np1 vvn pn31 p-acp po31 j n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1080 Page 552
10840 God permitted the Heathens to sin yet more and more, and by an actual motion moved them to an act of sin (so far forth as it was an act). God permitted the heathens to since yet more and more, and by an actual motion moved them to an act of since (so Far forth as it was an act). np1 vvd dt n2-jn p-acp n1 av av-dc cc av-dc, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvd pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 (av av-j av c-acp pn31 vbds dt n1). (46) sermon (DIV3) 1080 Page 552
10841 4. Lastly, (saith he), God positively hardneth sinners, By giving occasions, which through the lust that is in them, incline them to evil. 4. Lastly, (Says he), God positively Hardeneth Sinners, By giving occasions, which through the lust that is in them, incline them to evil. crd ord, (vvz pns31), np1 av-j vvz n2, p-acp vvg n2, r-crq p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, vvb pno32 p-acp n-jn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10842 God proposeth to them what things in their own nature should induce, and perswade them to that which is good, God Proposeth to them what things in their own nature should induce, and persuade them to that which is good, np1 vvz p-acp pno32 r-crq n2 p-acp po32 d n1 vmd vvi, cc vvi pno32 p-acp d r-crq vbz j, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10843 but they through their lust and malice make them an occasion to evil. Thus, saith he, God provoked the Jews to emulation by a foolish nation; but they through their lust and malice make them an occasion to evil. Thus, Says he, God provoked the jews to emulation by a foolish Nation; cc-acp pns32 p-acp po32 n1 cc n1 vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp j-jn. av, vvz pns31, np1 vvd dt np2 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10844 by shewing grace and mercy to the Gentiles, the rage of the Jews against Christ grew greater. by showing grace and mercy to the Gentiles, the rage of the jews against christ grew greater. p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2-j, dt n1 pp-f dt np2 p-acp np1 vvd jc. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10845 Thus Christs Preaching and Miracles, were occasion to the Pharisees of further blaspheming. Thus Christ Preaching and Miracles, were occasion to the Pharisees of further blaspheming. av npg1 vvg cc n2, vbdr n1 p-acp dt np1 pp-f jc n-vvg. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10847 whether we say that God hardneth men positively, or negatively; for though as to the execution in the event, the act be negative, yet this event floweth from the positive purpose of God. whither we say that God Hardeneth men positively, or negatively; for though as to the execution in the event, the act be negative, yet this event flows from the positive purpose of God. cs pns12 vvb cst np1 vvz n2 av-j, cc av-j; p-acp cs c-acp p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 vbb j-jn, av d n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10848 It is therefore all one, whether we speak in the words of Moses, Deut. 29.4. and say, God hath not given them an heart to perceive, or eyes to see, and ears to hear; It is Therefore all one, whither we speak in the words of Moses, Deuteronomy 29.4. and say, God hath not given them an heart to perceive, or eyes to see, and ears to hear; pn31 vbz av d crd, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd. cc vvb, np1 vhz xx vvn pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi, cc n2 pc-acp vvi; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10849 or in the phrase of the Apostle, Rom. 11.8. God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes they should not see, and ears they should not hear until this day; or in the phrase of the Apostle, Rom. 11.8. God hath given them the Spirit of slumber, eyes they should not see, and ears they should not hear until this day; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. np1 vhz vvn pno32 dt n1 pp-f n1, n2 pns32 vmd xx vvi, cc n2 pns32 vmd xx vvi c-acp d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10850 for the will of God is as effectual in his negative as positive actions. for the will of God is as effectual in his negative as positive actions. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz a-acp j p-acp po31 j-jn c-acp j n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10851 And now I think I have told you the utmost our Divines have said in this cause, And now I think I have told you the utmost our Divines have said in this cause, cc av pns11 vvb pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt j po12 n2-jn vhb vvn p-acp d n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10852 unless some of them have said, that God is the Author of his own judgments and punishments, which I think none can with modesty deny, it being no more than the Scripture saith of all those things which are of a positive nature, but not of those things which are of a privative nature, which yet he may will should be done by his permission, though not by his efficiency; unless Some of them have said, that God is the Author of his own Judgments and punishments, which I think none can with modesty deny, it being no more than the Scripture Says of all those things which Are of a positive nature, but not of those things which Are of a privative nature, which yet he may will should be done by his permission, though not by his efficiency; cs d pp-f pno32 vhb vvn, cst np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2 cc n2, r-crq pns11 vvb pix vmb p-acp n1 vvi, pn31 vbg dx av-dc cs dt n1 vvz pp-f d d n2 r-crq vbr pp-f dt j n1, p-acp xx pp-f d n2 r-crq vbr pp-f dt j n1, r-crq av pns31 vmb n1 vmd vbi vdn p-acp po31 n1, cs xx p-acp po31 n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10853 and this is no more than Arminius himself confesseth, that God is effector actus, though no more than permissor peccati. The sum is, and this is no more than Arminius himself Confesses, that God is effector actus, though no more than permissor peccati. The sum is, cc d vbz dx dc cs np1 px31 vvz, cst np1 vbz n1 fw-la, c-acp dx dc cs n1 fw-la. dt n1 vbz, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10854 if we understand by the punishment of sin with sin, Gods judicial act, by which he withdraweth his grace, if we understand by the punishment of since with since, God's judicial act, by which he withdraweth his grace, cs pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, n2 j n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10855 or his leaving of sinners to the satisfaction of their own lusts; or his leaving of Sinners to the satisfaction of their own Lustiest; cc po31 vvg pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10856 there is no question, but God for mens former sins may do this, yea more than this: there is no question, but God for men's former Sins may do this, yea more than this: pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp np1 p-acp ng2 j n2 vmb vdi d, uh av-dc cs d: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10857 he may judicially deliver men up to their lusts, and to Satan to be seduced at his pleasure, he may judicially deliver men up to their Lustiest, and to Satan to be seduced At his pleasure, pns31 vmb av-j vvi n2 a-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10858 and offer them occasions (in their own nature leading to good) which they through their corruption may turn to further sinning. and offer them occasions (in their own nature leading to good) which they through their corruption may turn to further sinning. cc vvi pno32 n2 (p-acp po32 d n1 vvg p-acp j) r-crq pns32 p-acp po32 n1 vmb vvi pc-acp av-jc vvg. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10859 But God cannot punish the former sins of any, by putting any lust or malice into their hearts, by which they become more evil, But God cannot Punish the former Sins of any, by putting any lust or malice into their hearts, by which they become more evil, p-acp np1 vmbx vvi dt j n2 pp-f d, p-acp vvg d n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb av-dc j-jn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10860 or otherwise than accidentally, stirring up that lust and malice which is in their heart. or otherwise than accidentally, stirring up that lust and malice which is in their heart. cc av cs av-j, vvg a-acp d n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp po32 n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10861 This is the sum, so far as I know, of what Divines say, as to Gods acts in the punishment of sin, by delivering them up to farther sinnings, though I think Paraeus saith true, that besides these ways in which God acteth positively, and more than barely negatively and permissively, God hath many other ways which we cannot explicate, by which he punisheth sin with sin; This is the sum, so Far as I know, of what Divines say, as to God's acts in the punishment of since, by delivering them up to farther sinnings, though I think Pareus Says true, that beside these ways in which God Acts positively, and more than barely negatively and permissively, God hath many other ways which we cannot explicate, by which he Punisheth since with since; d vbz dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns11 vvb, pp-f r-crq n2-jn vvb, c-acp p-acp npg1 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp jc n2, cs pns11 vvb np1 vvz j, cst p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz av-j, cc av-dc cs av-j av-j cc av-j, np1 vhz d j-jn n2 r-crq pns12 vmbx vvi, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10862 for who knoweth, or is able to unfold all the ways of God? for who Knoweth, or is able to unfold all the ways of God? p-acp r-crq vvz, cc vbz j pc-acp vvi d dt n2 pp-f np1? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1081 Page 553
10863 Thus far we have seen (so far as we are able to comprehend) what God doth in this his judicial act of punishing sin with sin. Thus Far we have seen (so Far as we Are able to comprehend) what God does in this his judicial act of punishing since with since. av av-j pns12 vhb vvn (av av-j c-acp pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi) q-crq np1 vdz p-acp d po31 j n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1082 Page 553
10864 Let us now consider under what circumstances those are whom God bringeth under so severe a dispensation. Let us now Consider under what Circumstances those Are whom God brings under so severe a Dispensation. vvb pno12 av vvi p-acp r-crq n2 d vbr r-crq np1 vvz p-acp av j dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10865 I answer, They are not only sinners (for God doth not deal thus with every sinner), but such as have provoked him to a very great heighth and degree, shutting their eyes against that light which hath shone upon them, I answer, They Are not only Sinners (for God does not deal thus with every sinner), but such as have provoked him to a very great height and degree, shutting their eyes against that Light which hath shone upon them, pns11 vvb, pns32 vbr xx av-j n2 (c-acp np1 vdz xx vvi av p-acp d n1), p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn pno31 p-acp dt j j n1 cc n1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq vhz vvn p-acp pno32, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10866 and contemning the precepts of God, and the means he hath used to reclaim them: and contemning the Precepts of God, and the means he hath used to reclaim them: cc vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pns31 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pno32: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10867 Such was Pharaoh, first he hardned his own heart, which I think is said three times over; Such was Pharaoh, First he hardened his own heart, which I think is said three times over; d vbds np1, ord pns31 vvn po31 d n1, r-crq pns11 vvb vbz vvn crd n2 a-acp; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10868 then God saith he would harden his heart: such were the Heathen, mentioned in this Chapter, they had prodigiously sinned against the light and law of Nature: then God Says he would harden his heart: such were the Heathen, mentioned in this Chapter, they had prodigiously sinned against the Light and law of Nature: av np1 vvz pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1: d vbdr dt j-jn, vvn p-acp d n1, pns32 vhd av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10869 Such were the Jews, to whom this judgment is denounced, Isa. 6. compared with Matth. 13. Such were the jews, to whom this judgement is denounced, Isaiah 6. compared with Matthew 13. d vbdr dt np2, p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd vvn p-acp np1 crd (46) sermon (DIV3) 1083 Page 553
10870 Now this being rightly understood, I appeal to the reason of any one that heareth me, Now this being rightly understood, I appeal to the reason of any one that hears me, av d vbg av-jn vvn, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d crd cst vvz pno11, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10871 although this be a most tremendous dispensation of God; although this be a most tremendous Dispensation of God; cs d vbb dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10872 yet whether it be not such as is very consistent, both with the Justice, and Purity, and Holiness of God. yet whither it be not such as is very consistent, both with the justice, and Purity, and Holiness of God. av cs pn31 vbb xx d c-acp vbz av j, av-d p-acp dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10873 Is it not just with God to punish sinners, especially prodigious sinners, and such of them as have shut their eyes, Is it not just with God to Punish Sinners, especially prodigious Sinners, and such of them as have shut their eyes, vbz pn31 xx j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2, av-j j n2, cc d pp-f pno32 c-acp vhb vvn po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10874 lest the light should shine upon them? If it be just with God to throw such into Hell, lest the Light should shine upon them? If it be just with God to throw such into Hell, cs dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno32? cs pn31 vbb j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10875 why should it not be just with him to seal them up to that damnation? might he cut them off by death, why should it not be just with him to seal them up to that damnation? might he Cut them off by death, q-crq vmd pn31 xx vbi j p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp d n1? vmd pns31 vvd pno32 a-acp p-acp n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10876 and immediately turn them into Hell? why may he not leave them destitute of his grace, and immediately turn them into Hell? why may he not leave them destitute of his grace, cc av-j vvi pno32 p-acp n1? q-crq vmb pns31 xx vvi pno32 j pp-f po31 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10877 and give them up to a reprobate mind, and to vile affections, and an hard heart, which are but the praeludia to this damnation? Doth any doubt whether this be consistent with the purity and holiness of God? I ask, and give them up to a Reprobate mind, and to vile affections, and an hard heart, which Are but the Praeludia to this damnation? Does any doubt whither this be consistent with the purity and holiness of God? I ask, cc vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp j n2, cc dt j n1, r-crq vbr p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1? vdz d n1 cs d vbb j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? pns11 vvb, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10878 why may not God deny his means of grace to whom he pleaseth, and yet be an holy God? and may he not then deny it to, why may not God deny his means of grace to whom he Pleases, and yet be an holy God? and may he not then deny it to, q-crq vmb xx np1 vvi po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc av vbi dt j np1? cc vmb pns31 xx av vvi pn31 p-acp, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 553
10879 or withdraw it from those that have abused his patience, and turned his grace into wantonness and lasciviousness? doth he deliver them up to Satan to be tempted, seduced, hardned? Is not Satan Gods instrument in punishing sinners? may not the just and holy God use what instruments he pleaseth for the execution of his wrath? or withdraw it from those that have abused his patience, and turned his grace into wantonness and lasciviousness? does he deliver them up to Satan to be tempted, seduced, hardened? Is not Satan God's Instrument in punishing Sinners? may not the just and holy God use what Instruments he Pleases for the execution of his wrath? cc vvb pn31 p-acp d cst vhb vvn po31 n1, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1? vdz pns31 vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn, vvn? vbz xx np1 npg1 n1 p-acp vvg n2? vmb xx dt j cc j np1 vvi r-crq n2 pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1084 Page 554
10880 Object. 1. But doth not God by this become the Author of sin? Object. 1. But does not God by this become the Author of since? n1. crd cc-acp vdz xx np1 p-acp d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1085 Page 554
10881 I answer, If sin be considered in its true nature, as it is a defect, a filthy action contrary to the Law of God, I answer, If since be considered in its true nature, as it is a defect, a filthy actium contrary to the Law of God, pns11 vvb, cs n1 vbb vvn p-acp po31 j n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, dt j n1 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1086 Page 554
10882 surely none can be the Author of it, but either he who doth it, or who perswades, or commandeth, or inciteth to the doing of it. surely none can be the Author of it, but either he who does it, or who persuades, or commands, or inciteth to the doing of it. av-j pi vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp av-d pns31 r-crq vdz pn31, cc r-crq vvz, cc vvz, cc vvz p-acp dt vdg pp-f pn31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1086 Page 554
10883 God neither infuseth that lust which is exercised, nor commandeth, nor perswadeth the exerting of it. God neither infuseth that lust which is exercised, nor commands, nor Persuadeth the exerting of it. np1 av-dx vvz d n1 r-crq vbz vvn, ccx vvz, ccx vvz dt n-vvg pp-f pn31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1086 Page 554
10884 If we consider sin as the punishment of sin, so the permission of it is but a just dispensation of God, and a judicial act; and why God should not be the Author of punishments, I cannot understand. If we Consider sin as the punishment of since, so the permission of it is but a just Dispensation of God, and a judicial act; and why God should not be the Author of punishments, I cannot understand. cs pns12 vvb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1; cc c-crq np1 vmd xx vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, pns11 vmbx vvi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1086 Page 554
10885 Object. 2. But doth not God in this dispensation will the sins of these poor wretches? Object. 2. But does not God in this Dispensation will the Sins of these poor wretches? n1. crd cc-acp vdz xx np1 p-acp d n1 vmb dt n2 pp-f d j n2? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1087 Page 554
10886 I answer, He doth not will the doing of them, but he willeth that they should be done; I answer, He does not will the doing of them, but he wills that they should be done; pns11 vvb, pns31 vdz xx vmb dt vdg pp-f pno32, p-acp pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmd vbi vdn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1088 Page 554
10887 and in this sense he willeth all the sin that is committed in the world; and in this sense he wills all the since that is committed in the world; cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz d dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1088 Page 554
10888 for as nothing could be done contrary to his will, so he doth not govern the world as an idle spectator, only looking on to see what his creatures will do. for as nothing could be done contrary to his will, so he does not govern the world as an idle spectator, only looking on to see what his creatures will do. c-acp c-acp pix vmd vbi vdn vvi p-acp po31 n1, av pns31 vdz xx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, av-j vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi r-crq po31 n2 vmb vdi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1088 Page 554
10889 But he is far from willing the actions, either soliciting, or commanding, or perswading, or assisting them. But he is Far from willing the actions, either soliciting, or commanding, or persuading, or assisting them. p-acp pns31 vbz av-j p-acp vvg dt n2, d vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pno32. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1088 Page 554
10890 Object. 3. But God giveth occasions to them? Object. 3. But God gives occasions to them? n1. crd p-acp np1 vvz n2 p-acp pno32? (46) sermon (DIV3) 1089 Page 554
10891 I answer, It is true, but it is through the lusts of mens hearts that they become such occasions. I answer, It is true, but it is through the Lustiest of men's hearts that they become such occasions. pns11 vvb, pn31 vbz j, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f ng2 n2 cst pns32 vvb d n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10892 They are in themselves either of such a nature, as they might improve for their good, They Are in themselves either of such a nature, as they might improve for their good, pns32 vbr p-acp px32 d pp-f d dt n1, c-acp pns32 vmd vvi p-acp po32 j, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10893 and ought to have done so: and ought to have done so: cc pi pc-acp vhi vdn av: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10894 such were the Miracles which God shewed Pharaoh, or which Christ did before the Pharisees, and the Sermons which he and his Apostles preached to them, such were the Miracles which God showed Pharaoh, or which christ did before the Pharisees, and the Sermons which he and his Apostles preached to them, d vbdr dt n2 r-crq np1 vvd np1, cc r-crq np1 vdd p-acp dt np2, cc dt n2 r-crq pns31 cc po31 n2 vvn p-acp pno32, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10895 or at least such as had in themselves no tendency to produce such an effect. or At least such as had in themselves no tendency to produce such an Effect. cc p-acp ds d c-acp vhd p-acp px32 dx n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10896 The Governess of the house doth not think that she is either principal or accessary to a servants theft, The Governess of the house does not think that she is either principal or accessary to a Servants theft, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vdz xx vvi cst pns31 vbz d n-jn cc j-jn p-acp dt ng1 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10897 because she suffereth pieces of Plate to go freely up and down for the use of her family, which possibly becometh a temptation to the lust of her servant, to make him or her to steal. Because she suffers Pieces of Plate to go freely up and down for the use of her family, which possibly Becometh a temptation to the lust of her servant, to make him or her to steal. c-acp pns31 vvz n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi av-j a-acp cc a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, r-crq av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 cc pno31 pc-acp vvi. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1090 Page 554
10898 Object. 4. But God knew that these sinners would take these occasions to grow worse. I answer, That must be granted: Object. 4. But God knew that these Sinners would take these occasions to grow Worse. I answer, That must be granted: n1. crd p-acp np1 vvd d d n2 vmd vvi d n2 pc-acp vvi av-jc. pns11 vvb, cst vmb vbi vvn: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1091 Page 554
10899 but what then? suppose one of us did know that our good counsels, or reproofs, but what then? suppose one of us did know that our good Counsels, or reproofs, cc-acp q-crq av? vvb crd pp-f pno12 vdd vvi cst po12 j n2, cc n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 554
10900 or corrections of our Children would but make them worse, must not we therefore use these which in themselves are means to make them better? Suppose a Mistress in a Family did know that her servant would steal some of those things which she suffers to go up and down and be commonly used in her house, is she therefore bound to look them up, or corrections of our Children would but make them Worse, must not we Therefore use these which in themselves Are means to make them better? Suppose a Mistress in a Family did know that her servant would steal Some of those things which she suffers to go up and down and be commonly used in her house, is she Therefore bound to look them up, cc n2 pp-f po12 n2 vmd cc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc, vmb xx pns12 av vvb d r-crq p-acp px32 vbr n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 j? vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vdd vvi d po31 n1 vmd vvi d pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp cc a-acp cc vbi av-j vvn p-acp po31 n1, vbz pns31 av vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 a-acp, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10903 Yet surely the Law of Charity, which God hath laid us all under toward our Brethren, obliging us to beware laying of stumbling-blocks, Yet surely the Law of Charity, which God hath laid us all under towards our Brothers, obliging us to beware laying of stumbling-blocks, av av-j dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 d p-acp p-acp po12 n2, vvg pno12 pc-acp vvi vvg pp-f n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10904 and giving unnecessary occasions of sin unto them, doth not tie up God. and giving unnecessary occasions of since unto them, does not tie up God. cc vvg j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, vdz xx vvi a-acp np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10905 But there is no end of disputing with such as are resolved to hold their conclusion, But there is no end of disputing with such as Are resolved to hold their conclusion, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10906 and seek nothing but occasions of reviling. and seek nothing but occasions of reviling. cc vvb pix cc-acp n2 pp-f vvg. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10907 I have enlarged my self far enough upon this argument to shew, I think, every unprejudiced hearer, that it is neither contrary to the justice, I have enlarged my self Far enough upon this argument to show, I think, every unprejudiced hearer, that it is neither contrary to the Justice, pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 av-j av-d p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb, d j n1, cst pn31 vbz dx n-jn p-acp dt n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10908 nor purity and holiness of God, to punish sin with sin; giving up stubborn sinners to vile Affections, and a reprobate mind. nor purity and holiness of God, to Punish since with since; giving up stubborn Sinners to vile Affections, and a Reprobate mind. ccx n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb n1 p-acp n1; vvg a-acp j n2 p-acp j n2, cc dt n-jn n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1092 Page 556
10909 Ʋse. Let me now shut up this Discourse with a few words of Application. Ʋse. Let me now shut up this Discourse with a few words of Application. n1. vvb pno11 av vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp dt d n2 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1093 Page 556
10910 Exho. And what application can be proper to this discourse but an Exhortation to all to take heed of presumptuous sinnings against Light. Echo. And what application can be proper to this discourse but an Exhortation to all to take heed of presumptuous sinnings against Light. np1. cc r-crq n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10911 That sort of people amongst us whom we call Quakers, call to all men to take heed to the Light within them. That sort of people among us whom we call Quakers, call to all men to take heed to the Light within them. cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12 ro-crq pns12 vvb np1, vvb p-acp d n2 p-acp vvb n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10912 I will not profess perfectly to understand their principles. I will not profess perfectly to understand their principles. pns11 vmb xx vvi av-j pc-acp vvi po32 n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10913 But they seem in some of their discourses, to me to think, that men have Light enough within them to shew them the way to Heaven; But they seem in Some of their discourses, to me to think, that men have Light enough within them to show them the Way to Heaven; p-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d pp-f po32 n2, p-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vhb n1 av-d p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10914 and if so, that will prove a great mistake: and if so, that will prove a great mistake: cc cs av, cst vmb vvi dt j n1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10915 but thus much is certain, That every man hath a light within him. That which may be known of God is manifest in them, Rom. 1.19. but thus much is certain, That every man hath a Light within him. That which may be known of God is manifest in them, Rom. 1.19. cc-acp av d vbz j, cst d n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno31. d r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp pno32, np1 crd. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10916 Every man that is born into the world, hath a natural light, discovering something of God, Every man that is born into the world, hath a natural Light, discovering something of God, np1 n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, vhz dt j n1, vvg pi pp-f np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10917 and of his duty to him, and is under a natural Law, which obligeth him to some duty in proportion to his light. and of his duty to him, and is under a natural Law, which obliges him to Some duty in proportion to his Light. cc pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, cc vbz p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vvz pno31 p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10918 The Apostle in this, Rom. 1. saith of the Heathens that they knew God, and hinteth, that they ought to have glorified him as God, that is, to have paid an homage to God proportionable to the knowledg which they had of his glorious being. The Apostle in this, Rom. 1. Says of the heathens that they knew God, and hinteth, that they ought to have glorified him as God, that is, to have paid an homage to God proportionable to the knowledge which they had of his glorious being. dt n1 p-acp d, np1 crd vvz pp-f dt n2-jn cst pns32 vvd np1, cc vvz, cst pns32 vmd pc-acp vhi vvn pno31 p-acp np1, cst vbz, pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 p-acp np1 j p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhd pp-f po31 j vbg. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10919 But we who are within the pale of the Church: have (as the Apostle saith) a more sure word of Prophecy. But we who Are within the pale of the Church: have (as the Apostle Says) a more sure word of Prophecy. p-acp pns12 r-crq vbr p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1: vhb (c-acp dt n1 vvz) dt av-dc j n1 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 556
10920 Whereunto we shall do well to take heed, as unto a light shining in a dark place, 2 Pet. 1.19. Besides this, many have a common illumination of the Spirit, so far ordinarily attending the Ministry of the word: Whereunto we shall do well to take heed, as unto a Light shining in a dark place, 2 Pet. 1.19. Beside this, many have a Common illumination of the Spirit, so Far ordinarily attending the Ministry of the word: c-crq pns12 vmb vdi av pc-acp vvi n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp dt j n1, crd np1 crd. p-acp d, d vhb dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, av av-j av-j vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10921 of such the Apostle speaks, Heb. 6.4. And the Law of conscience, ordinarily worketh according to this Light. of such the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6.4. And the Law of conscience, ordinarily works according to this Light. pp-f d dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j vvz vvg p-acp d n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10922 It is indeed true there are and will be differences, as to all these Lights. The light of nature varies according to mens parts and education. It is indeed true there Are and will be differences, as to all these Lights. The Light of nature Varies according to men's parts and education. pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vbr cc vmb vbi n2, c-acp p-acp d d n2. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz vvg p-acp ng2 n2 cc n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10923 The Light of Revelation according to the Ministry of the word men sit under, and the other according to Gods pleasure who by his Spirit irradiateth some more than others; The Light of Revelation according to the Ministry of the word men fit under, and the other according to God's pleasure who by his Spirit irradiateth Some more than Others; dt j pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 n2 vvb p-acp, cc dt n-jn vvg p-acp ng1 n1 r-crq p-acp po31 n1 vvz d dc cs n2-jn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10924 but according to our light so doth conscience lay a Law upon us. but according to our Light so does conscience lay a Law upon us. cc-acp vvg p-acp po12 n1 av vdz n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp pno12. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10925 Now men and women are highly concerned, to behave themselves both toward God, and towards men according to the light they have, that is, according to the discoveries they have either from natural principles, Now men and women Are highly concerned, to behave themselves both towards God, and towards men according to the Light they have, that is, according to the discoveries they have either from natural principles, av n2 cc n2 vbr av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi px32 d p-acp np1, cc p-acp n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pns32 vhb, cst vbz, vvg p-acp dt n2 pns32 vhb d p-acp j n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10926 or from the word of God, or the illuminations of the Spirit of God, what God is, or from the word of God, or the illuminations of the Spirit of God, what God is, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vbz, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10927 and what God requireth of them either as acts of homage immediately towards him, or as acts of Justice and brotherly love towards their neighbour; and what God requires of them either as acts of homage immediately towards him, or as acts of justice and brotherly love towards their neighbour; cc r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno32 d p-acp n2 pp-f n1 av-j p-acp pno31, cc c-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc j n1 p-acp po32 n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10928 especially to take heed of bold and impudent actings to the contrary: especially to take heed of bold and impudent actings to the contrary: av-j pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f j cc j n2 p-acp dt n-jn: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10929 for this cause it is that God judicially gives many up to blindness of mind, hardness of heart, vile affections, a reprobate mind, having the understanding darkned, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, for this cause it is that God judicially gives many up to blindness of mind, hardness of heart, vile affections, a Reprobate mind, having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, through the ignorance that is in them, c-acp d n1 pn31 vbz cst np1 av-j vvz d a-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, j n2, dt j-jn n1, vhg dt n1 vvn, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10930 because of the blindness of their hearts, who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness, Eph. 4.18, 19. You see both from this Chapter in which my Text is, Because of the blindness of their hearts, who being passed feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness, Ephesians 4.18, 19. You see both from this Chapter in which my Text is, c-acp pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vbg vvn n1 vhb vvn px32 a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, np1 crd, crd pn22 vvb av-d p-acp d n1 p-acp r-crq po11 n1 vbz, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10931 and from that Text, Eph. 4. That it is what may befal poor Heathens, which have no more then a natural light, yet even they for not living up to that, may so far provoke God: and from that Text, Ephesians 4. That it is what may befall poor heathens, which have no more then a natural Light, yet even they for not living up to that, may so Far provoke God: cc p-acp d n1, np1 crd cst pn31 vbz r-crq vmb vvi j n2-jn, r-crq vhb dx dc cs dt j n1, av av pns32 p-acp xx vvg a-acp p-acp d, vmb av av-j vvi np1: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10932 what do you think Christians may do then, that besides the natural light, have the light of the Law and Gospel, the sure word of Prophecy? that have consciences further enlightened, what do you think Christians may do then, that beside the natural Light, have the Light of the Law and Gospel, the sure word of Prophecy? that have Consciences further enlightened, r-crq vdb pn22 vvi np1 vmb vdi av, cst p-acp dt j n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1? cst vhb n2 jc vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10933 and under a further Law than the Heathens could possibly have? such as have, as the Apostle speaketh, Heb. 6.4. and under a further Law than the heathens could possibly have? such as have, as the Apostle speaks, Hebrew 6.4. cc p-acp dt jc n1 cs dt n2-jn vmd av-j vhi? d c-acp vhb, p-acp dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10934 Tasted of the heavenly gift, and been made partakers of the holy ghost, as have tasted of the good word of God and the powers of the world to come? If the Heathens came under such a judgment, Tasted of the heavenly gift, and been made partakers of the holy ghost, as have tasted of the good word of God and the Powers of the world to come? If the heathens Come under such a judgement, vvd pp-f dt j n1, cc vbn vvn n2 pp-f dt j n1, c-acp vhb vvn pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi? cs dt n2-jn vvd p-acp d dt n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10935 because when they knew or might have known by the very light of nature, that the Lord that made Heaven and Earth; could not possibly be like a man, Because when they knew or might have known by the very Light of nature, that the Lord that made Heaven and Earth; could not possibly be like a man, c-acp c-crq pns32 vvd cc vmd vhi vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 cst vvd n1 cc n1; vmd xx av-j vbi av-j dt n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10936 nor a beast, nor creeping things, yet would not attend to the workings of their own reason, nor a beast, nor creeping things, yet would not attend to the workings of their own reason, ccx dt n1, ccx j-vvg n2, av vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 d n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10937 nor give their consciences leave to speak, nor hearken to them, but in their practice changed the image of the incorruptible God into an image made like to a corruptible man, &c. were for this deserted of God, nor give their Consciences leave to speak, nor harken to them, but in their practice changed the image of the incorruptible God into an image made like to a corruptible man, etc. were for this deserted of God, ccx vvi po32 n2 vvb pc-acp vvi, ccx vvi p-acp pno32, cc-acp p-acp po32 n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f dt j np1 p-acp dt n1 vvd av-j p-acp dt j n1, av vbdr p-acp d vvn pp-f np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10938 and given up to that dreadful degree of judgment this Chapter mentioneth; and given up to that dreadful degree of judgement this Chapter mentioneth; cc vvn a-acp p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 d n1 vvz; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10939 what shall become of those amongst Christians, think you, who besides the advantage which they have common with Heathens, from that of God which is manifest in them, what shall become of those among Christians, think you, who beside the advantage which they have Common with heathens, from that of God which is manifest in them, q-crq vmb vvi pp-f d p-acp np1, vvb pn22, r-crq p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb j p-acp n2-jn, p-acp d pp-f np1 r-crq vbz j p-acp pno32, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10940 and from the things that are made, to know what manner of being God is, have also the holy Scriptures telling them, That God is a Spirit and will be worshipped in Spirit and truth; and from the things that Are made, to know what manner of being God is, have also the holy Scriptures telling them, That God is a Spirit and will be worshipped in Spirit and truth; cc p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, pc-acp vvi r-crq n1 pp-f vbg np1 vbz, vhb av dt j n2 vvg pno32, cst np1 vbz dt n1 cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 cc n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10941 That images are teachers of lies, and mediums by which God will not be worshippped, That Images Are Teachers of lies, and mediums by which God will not be worshippped, cst n2 vbr n2 pp-f n2, cc n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vmb xx vbi vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10942 and revealing his wrath so plentifully against those that in so idle and wretched a manner did worship the true and living God, and revealing his wrath so plentifully against those that in so idle and wretched a manner did worship the true and living God, cc vvg po31 n1 av av-j p-acp d cst p-acp av j cc j dt n1 vdd vvi dt j cc j-vvg np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10943 yet will worship him by images? Doth not the light of nature, and the light of Scripture shine in mens faces, yet will worship him by Images? Does not the Light of nature, and the Light of Scripture shine in men's faces, av vmb vvi pno31 p-acp n2? vdz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi p-acp ng2 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10944 and clearly discover to them, that God is not to be pleased with rude and confused noises, with meer formalities, and clearly discover to them, that God is not to be pleased with rude and confused noises, with mere formalities, cc av-j vvi p-acp pno32, cst np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j cc j-vvn n2, p-acp j n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10945 and lip-labours, but with a simple, pure, and Spiritual worship, where the understanding, the heart and the affections go along with the tongue, and outward man; and lip-labours, but with a simple, pure, and Spiritual worship, where the understanding, the heart and the affections go along with the tongue, and outward man; cc n2, cc-acp p-acp dt j, j, cc j n1, c-crq dt n1, dt n1 cc dt n2 vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc j n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10946 and where these are wanting all the cringings, and bowings, and roarings in the world, are abominable to him, and where these Are wanting all the cringings, and bowings, and roarings in the world, Are abominable to him, cc c-crq d vbr vvg d dt n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg, cc n2-vvg p-acp dt n1, vbr j p-acp pno31, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10947 and no better than the howling of a Dog, and grunting of a Swine. and no better than the howling of a Dog, and grunting of a Swine. cc dx jc cs dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, cc vvg pp-f dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10948 O Sirs, take heed of sinning against this light, for fear of being given up of God to superstitious vanities: O Sirs, take heed of sinning against this Light, for Fear of being given up of God to superstitious vanities: sy n2, vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f vbg vvn a-acp pp-f np1 p-acp j n2: (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10949 for so it oft-times falleth out, that as a lyar, though at first he knew he told a lie, for so it ofttimes falls out, that as a liar, though At First he knew he told a lie, c-acp av pn31 av vvz av, cst p-acp dt n1, cs p-acp ord pns31 vvd pns31 vvd dt n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10950 yet by repeating and telling it often, he hath forgot it was a lye, and possibly himself thinks he is relating a true story. yet by repeating and telling it often, he hath forgotten it was a lie, and possibly himself thinks he is relating a true story. av p-acp vvg cc vvg pn31 av, pns31 vhz vvn pn31 vbds dt n1, cc av-j px31 vvz pns31 vbz vvg dt j n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10951 So I am perswaded it falls out with many whose consciences at first grumbled a little at what they did, So I am persuaded it falls out with many whose Consciences At First grumbled a little At what they did, av pns11 vbm vvn pn31 vvz av p-acp d rg-crq n2 p-acp ord vvd dt j p-acp r-crq pns32 vdd, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10952 and told them this was no service of God; and told them this was no service of God; cc vvd pno32 d vbds dx n1 pp-f np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10953 but through a just Judgment of God they shutting their Eyes against the light, at last think there is no other true worship of God besides what they have taken up, but through a just Judgement of God they shutting their Eyes against the Light, At last think there is no other true worship of God beside what they have taken up, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 pns32 vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ord vvb a-acp vbz dx j-jn j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vhb vvn a-acp, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10954 as to which it will at last appear, that it was none at all; as to which it will At last appear, that it was none At all; c-acp p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb p-acp ord vvi, cst pn31 vbds pix p-acp av-d; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10955 for who required any such things at their hands? We can hardly think otherwise of the Jews, who at the first setting up of idolatry by Jeroboam, and that worser idolatry by Ahab, could not but think (many of them) that that was not the true worship of God; for who required any such things At their hands? We can hardly think otherwise of the jews, who At the First setting up of idolatry by Jeroboam, and that Worse idolatry by Ahab, could not but think (many of them) that that was not the true worship of God; p-acp r-crq vvd d d n2 p-acp po32 n2? pns12 vmb av vvi av pp-f dt np2, r-crq p-acp dt ord vvg p-acp pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cc d jc n1 p-acp np1, vmd xx cc-acp vvi (av-d pp-f pno32) d cst vbds xx dt j n1 pp-f np1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10956 but by practice in it afterward grew so warm for it, that none else must be true, but by practice in it afterwards grew so warm for it, that none Else must be true, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp pn31 av vvd av j c-acp pn31, cst pix av vmb vbi j, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10957 but they must slay the Lords Prophets, and persecute all those who either taught or practised any other way of worship more according to the mind and will of God. but they must slay the lords prophets, and persecute all those who either taught or practised any other Way of worship more according to the mind and will of God. cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi dt n2 n2, cc vvi d d r-crq d vvd cc vvn d j-jn n1 pp-f n1 av-dc vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1094 Page 557
10959 lest God judicially give you up to vile affections as to superstitious vanities; lest God judicially give you up to vile affections as to superstitious vanities; cs np1 av-j vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp j n2 c-acp p-acp j n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10960 but take heed also that you do not shut your eyes against convictions of your duty towards your selves and others, in matters of morality. but take heed also that you do not shut your eyes against convictions of your duty towards your selves and Others, in matters of morality. cc-acp vvb n1 av cst pn22 vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp po22 n2 cc n2-jn, p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10961 Have you not startled sometimes to see to what brutish degrees of sensuality and immoralities many have fallen from high degrees of profession? To me it hath been one of the prodigies of our age. Have you not startled sometime to see to what brutish Degrees of sensuality and immoralities many have fallen from high Degrees of profession? To me it hath been one of the prodigies of our age. vhb pn22 xx vvn av pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq j n2 pp-f n1 cc n2 d vhb vvn p-acp j n2 pp-f n1? p-acp pno11 pn31 vhz vbn crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10962 If one should have told some that were professors twenty or thirty years ago, that within such a time they should be transgressors through wine, If one should have told Some that were professors twenty or thirty Years ago, that within such a time they should be transgressors through wine, cs pi vmd vhi vvn d cst vbdr n2 crd cc crd n2 av, cst p-acp d dt n1 pns32 vmd vbi n2 p-acp n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10963 so famous for impudent uncleanness, such Apostates from all Religion, such bruits almost in every part of their conversations, such persecutors of those that fear God, so famous for impudent uncleanness, such Apostates from all Religion, such bruits almost in every part of their conversations, such persecutors of those that Fear God, av j c-acp j n1, d n2 p-acp d n1, d n2 av p-acp d n1 pp-f po32 n2, d n2 pp-f d cst vvb np1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10964 and with whom they sometimes professed to be of the same mind, they would certainly have said with Hazael, are we dogs that we should ever do any such things? Yet we have lived to see it. and with whom they sometime professed to be of the same mind, they would Certainly have said with hazael, Are we Dogs that we should ever do any such things? Yet we have lived to see it. cc p-acp ro-crq pns32 av vvd pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1, pns32 vmd av-j vhi vvn p-acp np1, vbr pns12 n2 cst pns12 vmd av vdi d d n2? av pns12 vhb vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10965 I am loth, I tremble to speak what I think; certainly God hath forsaken these poor creatures; I am loath, I tremble to speak what I think; Certainly God hath forsaken these poor creatures; pns11 vbm j, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vvb; av-j n1 vhz vvn d j n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10966 they professed the truth, to have imbraced it in the love of it, but they were hypocrites, they received it not in the love of it, they professed the truth, to have embraced it in the love of it, but they were Hypocrites, they received it not in the love of it, pns32 vvd dt n1, pc-acp vhi vvn pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp pns32 vbdr n2, pns32 vvd pn31 xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10967 but meerly in a faction, and for some base sinister ends, and for this cause. but merely in a faction, and for Some base sinister ends, and for this cause. cc-acp av-j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d j j n2, cc p-acp d n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10968 God hath given them up to strong delusions, God hath thrown them off his hand of restraint, withdrawn his common grace from them, given them up to the Devil even in this life; God hath given them up to strong delusions, God hath thrown them off his hand of restraint, withdrawn his Common grace from them, given them up to the devil even in this life; np1 vhz vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp j n2, np1 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvn po31 j n1 p-acp pno32, vvn pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 av p-acp d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10969 God is now punishing upon them their former falshood. God is now punishing upon them their former falsehood. np1 vbz av vvg p-acp pno32 po32 j n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10970 Give me leave to speak my fears, I profess they are my thoughts, my sad thoughts, that we live in an age as full of persons that have sinned the sin that shall never be forgiven, Give me leave to speak my fears, I profess they Are my thoughts, my sad thoughts, that we live in an age as full of Persons that have sinned the since that shall never be forgiven, vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi po11 n2, pns11 vvb pns32 vbr po11 n2, po11 j n2, cst pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1 c-acp j pp-f n2 cst vhb vvn dt n1 cst vmb av-x vbi vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10971 as any age ever was since our Lord was upon the Earth. as any age ever was since our Lord was upon the Earth. c-acp d n1 av vbds a-acp po12 n1 vbds p-acp dt n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10972 The sin unto death, for which St. John saith we should not pray, must certainly be prodigious sinning against light, let but malicious be added to it in any Soul; The since unto death, for which Saint John Says we should not pray, must Certainly be prodigious sinning against Light, let but malicious be added to it in any Soul; dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz pns12 vmd xx vvi, vmb av-j vbi j vvg p-acp n1, vvb p-acp j vbb vvn p-acp pn31 p-acp d n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10973 and I then shall believe he hath not sinned the sin against the holy ghost, when I shall see God renewing such a one by repentance, and not before. and I then shall believe he hath not sinned the since against the holy ghost, when I shall see God renewing such a one by Repentance, and not before. cc pns11 av vmb vvi pns31 vhz xx vvn dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi np1 vvg d dt pi p-acp n1, cc xx a-acp. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10974 To such persons I have little or nothing to say. But O let them that stand, take heed lest they fall. To such Persons I have little or nothing to say. But Oh let them that stand, take heed lest they fallen. p-acp d n2 pns11 vhb j cc pix pc-acp vvi. p-acp uh vvb pno32 cst vvb, vvb n1 cs pns32 vvb. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10975 Foelix quem faciunt, &c. That is an happy Soul that can learn to take heed by the dreadful falls of others; Felix Whom faciunt, etc. That is an happy Soul that can Learn to take heed by the dreadful falls of Others; np1 fw-la fw-la, av cst vbz dt j n1 cst vmb vvi pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2-jn; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10976 it hath been the saying of others, that Religion stands on tip-toes in our Land. I can say nothing to that, I hope better things; it hath been the saying of Others, that Religion Stands on tiptoes in our Land. I can say nothing to that, I hope better things; pn31 vhz vbn dt n-vvg pp-f n2-jn, cst n1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp po12 n1 pns11 vmb vvi pix p-acp d, pns11 vvb jc n2; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10977 but give me leave to say to those particular Souls in this City, that hear me this day, Your Souls stand on tip-toes. but give me leave to say to those particular Souls in this city, that hear me this day, Your Souls stand on tiptoes. cc-acp vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2 p-acp d n1, cst vvb pno11 d n1, po22 n2 vvb p-acp n2. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 558
10978 I have now been a witness of the Gospels being preached to you thirty years, if it be hid I fear it is hid to them that perish. I have now been a witness of the Gospels being preached to you thirty Years, if it be hid I Fear it is hid to them that perish. pns11 vhb av vbn dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 vbg vvn p-acp pn22 crd n2, cs pn31 vbb vvn pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32 cst vvb. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10979 It is much to be feared that you who being of years of understanding have been hearers of the means of grace you have had for these years (yet the faithful preaching of the Gospel, did not commence with my first knowledg of this City) are sealed one way or other, either to Salvation or to damnation. It is much to be feared that you who being of Years of understanding have been hearers of the means of grace you have had for these Years (yet the faithful preaching of the Gospel, did not commence with my First knowledge of this city) Are sealed one Way or other, either to Salvation or to damnation. pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cst pn22 r-crq vbg pp-f n2 pp-f n1 vhb vbn n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 pn22 vhb vhn p-acp d n2 (av dt j vvg pp-f dt n1, vdd xx vvi p-acp po11 ord n1 pp-f d n1) vbr vvn crd n1 cc n-jn, av-d p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10980 when I speak of being sealed to Salvation I do not understand blessed with a full assurance of it; when I speak of being sealed to Salvation I do not understand blessed with a full assurance of it; c-crq pns11 vvb pp-f vbg vvn p-acp n1 pns11 vdb xx vvi j-vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10981 but the Spirit of God hath made ere this time such impressions upon their hearts, but the Spirit of God hath made ere this time such impressions upon their hearts, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 d n2 p-acp po32 n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10982 as will make Salvation sure to them though it may be they have not within themselves (sensibly) the witness and assurance of it. as will make Salvation sure to them though it may be they have not within themselves (sensibly) the witness and assurance of it. c-acp vmb vvi n1 av-j p-acp pno32 cs pn31 vmb vbi pns32 vhb xx p-acp px32 (av-j) dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10983 I say for those of you who are not thus far sealed, it is much to be feared that you have another Seal upon you, I say for those of you who Are not thus Far sealed, it is much to be feared that you have Another Seal upon you, pns11 vvb p-acp d pp-f pn22 r-crq vbr xx av av-j vvn, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cst pn22 vhb j-jn n1 p-acp pn22, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10984 even a Seal of eternal condemnation. even a Seal of Eternal condemnation. av dt n1 pp-f j n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10985 It may be you are not in despair, possibly if you had less hope it might be better for you, hope slayeth the hypocrite; It may be you Are not in despair, possibly if you had less hope it might be better for you, hope slays the hypocrite; pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vbr xx p-acp n1, av-j cs pn22 vhd dc vvb pn31 vmd vbi jc p-acp pn22, n1 vvz dt n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10986 but hath not God given you over? Do not you find your hearts are grown more hard, but hath not God given you over? Do not you find your hearts Are grown more hard, cc-acp vhz xx np1 vvn pn22 a-acp? vdb xx pn22 vvi po22 n2 vbr vvn av-dc j, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10987 and insensible, more filthy, and vain, and frothy? there is a Seal and a dreadful one too. and insensible, more filthy, and vain, and frothy? there is a Seal and a dreadful one too. cc j, av-dc j, cc j, cc j? pc-acp vbz dt n1 cc dt j pi av. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10988 For old professors to lose their profession, to have cast off their awe, and dread of God, their practice of Religion in their Families and conversation, to grow loose and vain, to turn scoffers, For old professors to loose their profession, to have cast off their awe, and dread of God, their practice of Religion in their Families and Conversation, to grow lose and vain, to turn scoffers, p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp po32 n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, po32 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po32 n2 cc n1, pc-acp vvi j cc j, pc-acp vvi n2, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10989 and enemies to Religion and Godliness. and enemies to Religion and Godliness. cc n2 p-acp n1 cc n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10990 You that yet stand, O look to your standing, I would have you look upon men, that have had formerly much light, made great profession and are fallen off to open courses of Sin, You that yet stand, Oh look to your standing, I would have you look upon men, that have had formerly much Light, made great profession and Are fallen off to open courses of since, pn22 cst av vvb, uh vvb p-acp po22 n-vvg, pns11 vmd vhi pn22 vvb p-acp n2, cst vhb vhn av-j d n1, vvd j n1 cc vbr vvn a-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10991 as sad examples of Divine vengeance, as if they were turned into Hell. as sad Examples of Divine vengeance, as if they were turned into Hell. c-acp j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, c-acp cs pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp n1. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10992 They are no better than brands of Hell-fire, yet stinking, and smoaking in the Land of the living, that others may hear and fear; They Are no better than brands of Hell-fire, yet stinking, and smoking in the Land of the living, that Others may hear and Fear; pns32 vbr dx jc cs n2 pp-f n1, av vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg, cst n2-jn vmb vvi cc vvi; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10993 and take heed of sinning against the degrees of light which they have sinned against. and take heed of sinning against the Degrees of Light which they have sinned against. cc vvb n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10994 O be afraid, you that have yet light before you, how you behave your selves towards it; O be afraid, you that have yet Light before you, how you behave your selves towards it; sy vbb j, pn22 cst vhb av j c-acp pn22, c-crq pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp pn31; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
11011 when the Heathen amongst whom they lived, had gotten a law, and by that law (as the Jews said of Christ) those that owned the name of Christ ought to die, or to be plundered of their Estates, and imprisoned; when the Heathen among whom they lived, had got a law, and by that law (as the jews said of christ) those that owned the name of christ ought to die, or to be plundered of their Estates, and imprisoned; c-crq dt j-jn p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvd, vhd vvn dt n1, cc p-acp cst n1 (c-acp dt np2 vvn pp-f np1) d cst vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f po32 n2, cc vvn; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1098 Page 562
10995 instead of disputing the justice, holiness, and goodness of God in punishing sin with sin, be afraid lest this should be your portion, shut not your eyes against the glorious light of the Gospel, take heed of quenching the Spirit, smothering the reflections of your conscience, resisting your convictions, struggling with and against the Spirit of God, quarrelling with God for any lusts contrary to the Revelation of his will; instead of disputing the Justice, holiness, and Goodness of God in punishing since with since, be afraid lest this should be your portion, shut not your eyes against the glorious Light of the Gospel, take heed of quenching the Spirit, smothering the reflections of your conscience, resisting your convictions, struggling with and against the Spirit of God, quarreling with God for any Lustiest contrary to the Revelation of his will; av pp-f vvg dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, vbb j cs d vmd vbi po22 n1, vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, j-vvg dt n2 pp-f po22 n1, vvg po22 n2, vvg p-acp cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10996 lest, as God said of Ephraim, Ephraim is joined to Idols, let him alone, so God should say concerning any of you, such a one knows better, lest, as God said of Ephraim, Ephraim is joined to Idols, let him alone, so God should say Concerning any of you, such a one knows better, cs, c-acp np1 vvd pp-f np1, np1 vbz vvn p-acp n2, vvb pno31 av-j, av np1 vmd vvi vvg d pp-f pn22, d dt pi vvz j, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 560
10997 but he is joined to his formalities, to his vain superstitions, Let him alone; or such a one must have his Cups, his Lusts, his unjust gain, Let him alone: be assured, but he is joined to his formalities, to his vain superstitions, Let him alone; or such a one must have his Cups, his Lustiest, his unjust gain, Let him alone: be assured, cc-acp pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, p-acp po31 j n2, vvb pno31 av-j; cc d dt pi vmb vhi po31 n2, po31 n2, po31 j n1, vvb pno31 av-j: vbb vvn, (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
10998 if God once resolveth to Let thee alone, thou wilt find thy Soul rouling to Hell fast enough. if God once resolves to Let thee alone, thou wilt find thy Soul ruling to Hell fast enough. cs np1 a-acp vvz p-acp vvb pno21 av-j, pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 vvg p-acp n1 av-j av-d. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
10999 Satan besides will not let that Soul alone of whom God hath pronounced, Let him alone. But this is enough to have spoken to this Subject. Satan beside will not let that Soul alone of whom God hath pronounced, Let him alone. But this is enough to have spoken to this Subject. np1 a-acp vmb xx vvi d n1 j pp-f ro-crq np1 vhz vvn, vvb pno31 av-j. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d j-jn. (46) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
11000 SERMON XLII. SERMON XLII. n1 crd. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
11001 2 Thes. I. 9. Who shall be punished with Everlasting destruction, from the presence of the Lord, 2 Thebes I. 9. Who shall be punished with Everlasting destruction, from the presence of the Lord, crd np1 np1 crd q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
11002 and from the glory of his Power. and from the glory of his Power. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1095 Page 561
11003 I Am yet indeavouring to make those ways of Divine Providence plain, which to our apprehensions appear difficult and hard to be understood by our weak capacities. I Am yet endeavouring to make those ways of Divine Providence plain, which to our apprehensions appear difficult and hard to be understood by our weak capacities. pns11 vbm av vvg pc-acp vvi d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 j, r-crq p-acp po12 n2 vvb j cc j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11004 In my last discourse I trod upon the brink of the infernal Pit, clearing up to you the justice of God in punishing sin with sin, giving men up for former sinnings to blindness of mind, hardness of heart, a reprobate mind, vile affections: In my last discourse I trod upon the brink of the infernal Pit, clearing up to you the Justice of God in punishing since with since, giving men up for former sinnings to blindness of mind, hardness of heart, a Reprobate mind, vile affections: p-acp po11 ord n1 pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg a-acp p-acp pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp n1, vvg n2 a-acp p-acp j n2 p-acp n1 pp-f n1, n1 pp-f n1, dt j-jn n1, j n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11005 that is, in effect a placing them in the very Suburbes of Hell. My discourse this day will be about the pit it self. that is, in Effect a placing them in the very Suburbs of Hell. My discourse this day will be about the pit it self. cst vbz, p-acp n1 dt vvg pno32 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. po11 n1 d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pn31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11006 Atheists doubt whether there be such a pit or no, it is their interest to deny it; Atheists doubt whither there be such a pit or no, it is their Interest to deny it; n2 vvb cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1 cc uh-dx, pn31 vbz po32 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11007 others cannot tell how to reconcile an everlasting punishment to the Divine Justice, there being no proportion between the pleasures of sin for a season, Others cannot tell how to reconcile an everlasting punishment to the Divine justice, there being no proportion between the pleasures of since for a season, ng2-jn vmbx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, a-acp vbg dx n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11008 and the torments of Hell for ever. My Text you see plainly mentions a punishment with everlasting destruction. and the torments of Hell for ever. My Text you see plainly mentions a punishment with everlasting destruction. cc dt n2 pp-f n1 c-acp av. po11 n1 pn22 vvb av-j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1096 Page 561
11009 If you consider the words of my Text with their reference to what went before, you will find the Apostle, v. 3. Blessing God for the Thessalonians increase, in their Faith, Charity; and v. 4. Their patience in all the tribulations which they had indeed. If you Consider the words of my Text with their Referente to what went before, you will find the Apostle, v. 3. Blessing God for the Thessalonians increase, in their Faith, Charity; and v. 4. Their patience in all the tribulations which they had indeed. cs pn22 vvb dt n2 pp-f po11 n1 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp, pn22 vmb vvi dt n1, n1 crd n1 np1 p-acp dt njp2 vvi, p-acp po32 n1, n1; cc n1 crd po32 n1 p-acp d dt n2 r-crq pns32 vhd av. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1097 Page 561
11010 You must know that these Christian inhabitants of Thessalonica, lived in the first and most furious times for Gospel persecutions, You must know that these Christian inhabitants of Thessalonica, lived in the First and most furious times for Gospel persecutions, pn22 vmb vvi cst d njp n2 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp dt ord cc av-ds j n2 p-acp n1 n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1098 Page 562
11012 and amongst so many Heathens it was not possible, they should want Informers. Nor did they want some Judges that would to the utmost execute those severe Laws upon them. and among so many heathens it was not possible, they should want Informers. Nor did they want Some Judges that would to the utmost execute those severe Laws upon them. cc p-acp av d n2-jn pn31 vbds xx j, pns32 vmd vvi n2. ccx vdd pns32 vvi d n2 cst vmd p-acp dt j vvi d j n2 p-acp pno32. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1098 Page 562
11013 Now in the enduring of all those hard things for Christ and his Gospels sake, these Christians had shewed admirable patience; Now in the enduring of all those hard things for christ and his Gospels sake, these Christians had showed admirable patience; av p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f d d j n2 p-acp np1 cc po31 ng1 n1, d np1 vhd vvn j n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1098 Page 562
11014 and for this the Apostle thinks himself bound to bless God, For it is given to us on the behalf of Christ to suffer, as well as to believe, Phil. 21.9. and for this the Apostle thinks himself bound to bless God, For it is given to us on the behalf of christ to suffer, as well as to believe, Philip 21.9. cc p-acp d dt n1 vvz px31 vvn pc-acp vvi np1, p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp av c-acp pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1098 Page 562
11015 Having mentioned these persecutions he inlargeth a little further, v. 5, 6, 7. Comforting them under them, Having mentioned these persecutions he enlargeth a little further, v. 5, 6, 7. Comforting them under them, vhg vvn d n2 pns31 vvz dt j av-jc, n1 crd, crd, crd vvg pno32 p-acp pno32, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1099 Page 562
11016 1. From the Consideration of the testimony in them, of the righteous judgment of God. 1. From the Consideration of the testimony in them, of the righteous judgement of God. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1100 Page 562
11017 Which he proveth, v. 6. It is, saith he, a righteous thing with God to render tribulation to them that trouble you. Which he Proves, v. 6. It is, Says he, a righteous thing with God to render tribulation to them that trouble you. r-crq pns31 vvz, n1 crd pn31 vbz, vvz pns31, dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pn22. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1100 Page 562
11018 2. To give you who are troubled rest and peace. 2. To give you who Are troubled rest and peace. crd pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vbr vvn n1 cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1100 Page 562
11019 Lest these Christians should say, but when shall these things be? He tells them, When the Lord Jesus shall be revealed from Heaven, with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking Vengeance on them who know not God and obey not the Gospel of Christ; Lest these Christians should say, but when shall these things be? He tells them, When the Lord jesus shall be revealed from Heaven, with his mighty Angels in flaming fire, taking Vengeance on them who know not God and obey not the Gospel of christ; cs d np1 vmd vvi, cc-acp c-crq vmb d n2 vbi? pns31 vvz pno32, c-crq dt n1 np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1, p-acp po31 j n2 p-acp j-vvg n1, vvg n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb xx np1 cc vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1100 Page 562
11020 who (saith he in my Text) shall be punished with everlasting destruction. The Text will afford us two Propositions. who (Says he in my Text) shall be punished with everlasting destruction. The Text will afford us two Propositions. r-crq (vvz pns31 p-acp po11 n1) vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1. dt n1 vmb vvi pno12 crd n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1100 Page 562
11021 1. Prop. That those persons who in this life have not known God, or have not obeyed the Gospel of Christ, 1. Prop. That those Persons who in this life have not known God, or have not obeyed the Gospel of christ, crd np1 cst d n2 r-crq p-acp d n1 vhb xx vvn np1, cc vhb xx vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1101 Page 562
11022 when Christ shall come to judgment shall be punished with everlasting Destruction, from the presence of the Lord, when christ shall come to judgement shall be punished with everlasting Destruction, from the presence of the Lord, c-crq np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1101 Page 562
11023 and from the glory of his power. 2. Prop. That amongst sinners, the persecutors of others unjustly for their conscience toward God, and from the glory of his power. 2. Prop. That among Sinners, the persecutors of Others unjustly for their conscience towards God, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. crd np1 cst p-acp n2, dt n2 pp-f n2-jn av-j p-acp po32 n1 p-acp np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1101 Page 562
11024 and for the Gospel of Christ shall least escape this righteous Judgment. These above others shall be punished with everlasting destruction. and for the Gospel of christ shall least escape this righteous Judgement. These above Others shall be punished with everlasting destruction. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-ds vvi d j n1. np1 p-acp n2-jn vmb vbi vvn p-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1102 Page 562
11025 The Emphasis of the proposition, so far as I desire to handle it, lies in the word everlasting; The Emphasis of the proposition, so Far as I desire to handle it, lies in the word everlasting; dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av av-j c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, vvz p-acp dt n1 j; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1103 Page 562
11026 they shall (saith the Text) be punished with everlasting destruction, which is no more than our Saviour had said, Math. 25.46. And those shall go into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into life eternal, and Math. 9.44, 46, 48. Where you read of a worm that never dieth, and a fire that is not quenched. they shall (Says the Text) be punished with everlasting destruction, which is no more than our Saviour had said, Math. 25.46. And those shall go into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into life Eternal, and Math. 9.44, 46, 48. Where you read of a worm that never Dieth, and a fire that is not quenched. pns32 vmb (vvz dt n1) vbb vvn p-acp j n1, r-crq vbz av-dx av-dc cs po12 n1 vhd vvn, np1 crd. cc d vmb vvi p-acp j n1, cc-acp dt j p-acp n1 j, cc np1 crd, crd, crd c-crq pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 cst av-x vvz, cc dt n1 cst vbz xx vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1103 Page 562
11027 The Revelation of Scripture in the case is plain enough: only here is the Question. Quest. The Revelation of Scripture in the case is plain enough: only Here is the Question. Quest. dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j av-d: av-j av vbz dt n1. n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1103 Page 563
11028 How it can stand with the Justice, or goodness of God, to punish momentary Sins, with everlasting destruction? How it can stand with the justice, or Goodness of God, to Punish momentary Sins, with everlasting destruction? c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi j n2, p-acp j n1? (47) sermon (DIV3) 1104 Page 563
11029 The grounds of this Question or doubt are. The grounds of this Question or doubt Are. dt n2 pp-f d n1 cc n1 vbr. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1105 Page 563
11030 1. The proportion which Justice seemeth to require betwixt the offence, and the punishment. Justice amongst men requireth a proportion, as well as punishment it self; 1. The proportion which justice seems to require betwixt the offence, and the punishment. justice among men requires a proportion, as well as punishment it self; crd dt n1 r-crq n1 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1. n1 p-acp n2 vvz dt n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 pn31 n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11031 and it is with us accounted injustice not to keep a measure in punishment. and it is with us accounted injustice not to keep a measure in punishment. cc pn31 vbz p-acp pno12 vvn n1 xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11032 Every one condemneth the Roman taking away the life of his Servant, in compensation of a cup-board of glasses he had broken, Every one Condemneth the Roman taking away the life of his Servant, in compensation of a cupboard of glasses he had broken, d pi vvz dt np1 vvg av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 pns31 vhd vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11033 and we count it hardly just, to do the like for little things stollen from us: and we count it hardly just, to do the like for little things stolen from us: cc pns12 vvb pn31 av j, pc-acp vdi dt av-j p-acp j n2 vvn p-acp pno12: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11034 now there seemeth to be no proportion betwixt momentany singings and eternal punishments. now there seems to be no proportion betwixt momentany singings and Eternal punishments. av a-acp vvz pc-acp vbi dx n1 p-acp n1 n2-vvg cc j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11035 Tertullian rightly calls sins vaporata libidinum momenta, And the holy ghost calls them the pleasures of sin for a season. Tertullian rightly calls Sins vaporata libidinum momenta, And the holy ghost calls them the pleasures of since for a season. np1 av-jn vvz n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc dt j n1 vvz pno32 dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11036 It is the same case as to the profits of sin, man that is born of a woman hath but a short time to live; It is the same case as to the profits of since, man that is born of a woman hath but a short time to live; pn31 vbz dt d n1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, n1 cst vbz vvn pp-f dt n1 vhz p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11037 and no longer time to sin in, then he hath to live. and no longer time to sin in, then he hath to live. cc dx jc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cs pns31 vhz pc-acp vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1106 Page 563
11038 2. Eternal torments seem to bear no proportion to that infinite goodness and mercy of God, which we have read of to be in God. 2. Eternal torments seem to bear no proportion to that infinite Goodness and mercy of God, which we have read of to be in God. crd j n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dx n1 p-acp d j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn pp-f pc-acp vbi p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1107 Page 563
11039 They say indeed of Nero, that having condemned a malefactor to long torments, and pleasing himself to see him so tormented, They say indeed of Nero, that having condemned a Malefactor to long torments, and pleasing himself to see him so tormented, pns32 vvb av pp-f np1, cst vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc vvg px31 pc-acp vvi pno31 av vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1107 Page 563
11040 when the poor wretch called to him for mercy, he gave him no other answer, then Nondum tecum in gratiam redii; when the poor wretch called to him for mercy, he gave him no other answer, then Nondum tecum in gratiam redii; c-crq dt j n1 vvn p-acp pno31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvd pno31 dx j-jn n1, cs fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1107 Page 563
11041 stay Sir, you and I are not friends yet, but is it possible without blasphemy to imagin any such thing of God, of whose nature it is to forgive, and to shew mercy? Can he please himself with the eternal torments of a creature which he hath made? No, no, (saith the Atheist ) Hell is but a bugbear, there can be no such thing consistent with the Justice and goodness of God as Eternal Destruction. stay Sir, you and I Are not Friends yet, but is it possible without blasphemy to imagine any such thing of God, of whose nature it is to forgive, and to show mercy? Can he please himself with the Eternal torments of a creature which he hath made? No, no, (Says the Atheist) Hell is but a bugbear, there can be no such thing consistent with the justice and Goodness of God as Eternal Destruction. vvb n1, pn22 cc pns11 vbr xx n2 av, cc-acp vbz pn31 j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d d n1 pp-f np1, pp-f rg-crq n1 pn31 vbz p-acp vvb, cc p-acp vvb n1? vmb pns31 vvi px31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn? uh-dx, uh-dx, (vvz dt n1) n1 vbz p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx d n1 j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 c-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1107 Page 563
11042 But the Scripture affirms it, suffer me therefore in general to cry out, O you Sons of men, are not the Lords ways equal? Are not your ways inequal? who art thou, O man, who reasonest with God? Shall the clay say to the Potter why hast thou made me thus? Is not our Reason debauched think we when it can agree no better with the Reason and wisdom of God, whence it deriveth, But the Scripture affirms it, suffer me Therefore in general to cry out, Oh you Sons of men, Are not the lords ways equal? are not your ways inequal? who art thou, Oh man, who reasonest with God? Shall the clay say to the Potter why hast thou made me thus? Is not our Reason debauched think we when it can agree no better with the Reason and Wisdom of God, whence it deriveth, p-acp dt n1 vvz pn31, vvb pno11 av p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi av, uh pn22 n2 pp-f n2, vbr xx dt n2 n2 j-jn? vbr xx po22 n2 j? q-crq vb2r pns21, uh n1, q-crq vv2 p-acp np1? vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 uh-crq vh2 pns21 vvn pno11 av? vbz xx po12 n1 vvn vvb pns12 c-crq pn31 vmb vvi av-dx av-jc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn31 vvz, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1108 Page 563
11043 and that in a lefs proportion, than a drop of water beareth to the Ocean, or the Fountain from which it deriveth? and that in a lefs proportion, than a drop of water bears to the Ocean, or the Fountain from which it deriveth? cc cst p-acp dt ng1 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz? (47) sermon (DIV3) 1108 Page 564
11044 Know therefore that all these vain and Atheistical reasonings of our hearts proceed upon one, or more of these mistaken principles. Know Therefore that all these vain and Atheistical reasonings of our hearts proceed upon one, or more of these mistaken principles. vvb av cst d d j cc j n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2 vvb p-acp crd, cc dc pp-f d j-vvn n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1109 Page 564
11045 1. That Gods compassion, goodness or mercy, must be Eternally extended to, and exercised upon, the most notorious desperate despisers and contemners of it. 1. That God's compassion, Goodness or mercy, must be Eternally extended to, and exercised upon, the most notorious desperate despisers and contemners of it. crd d ng1 n1, n1 cc n1, vmb vbi av-j vvn p-acp, cc vvn p-acp, dt av-ds j j n2 cc n2 pp-f pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11047 we have no reason so to conceive of God, partly because we find no humane nature so tame, we have no reason so to conceive of God, partly Because we find no humane nature so tame, pns12 vhb dx n1 av pc-acp vvi pp-f np1, av c-acp pns12 vvb dx j n1 av j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11048 though we be under a Law of shewing pity and compassion; partly, because the Scripture no-where teacheth us such a notion of God. though we be under a Law of showing pity and compassion; partly, Because the Scripture nowhere Teaches us such a notion of God. cs pns12 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 cc n1; av, c-acp dt n1 j vvz pno12 d dt n1 pp-f np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11049 Besides, that such a notion of God as this is would disarm the most excellent and perfect being of all power to protect it self, from the greatest injuries which the most debauched persons should offer to it. Beside, that such a notion of God as this is would disarm the most excellent and perfect being of all power to Pact it self, from the greatest injuries which the most debauched Persons should offer to it. p-acp, cst d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d vbz vmd vvi dt av-ds j cc j vbg pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, p-acp dt js n2 r-crq dt av-ds j-vvn n2 vmd vvi p-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11050 I would gladly know what reason, or what part of Scripture, can induce any to dream of a goodness, I would gladly know what reason, or what part of Scripture, can induce any to dream of a Goodness, pns11 vmd av-j vvi r-crq n1, cc r-crq n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi d p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11051 and mercy of God towards finners beyond this life? and mercy of God towards finners beyond this life? cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 p-acp d n1? (47) sermon (DIV3) 1110 Page 564
11052 2. That the goodness and mercy of God must be estimated, and measured by his dispensations to individuals. 2. That the Goodness and mercy of God must be estimated, and measured by his dispensations to individuals. crd cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn, cc vvd p-acp po31 n2 p-acp n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1111 Page 564
11053 Amongst men, mercy to some particular persons that are eminent disturbers of humane Society, is cruelty to thousands possibly. among men, mercy to Some particular Persons that Are eminent disturbers of humane Society, is cruelty to thousands possibly. p-acp n2, n1 p-acp d j n2 cst vbr j n2 pp-f j n1, vbz n1 p-acp crd av-j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1111 Page 564
11054 Gods mercy may be exercised, and he may be a God in whom all that the Scripture saith of that goodness, that is in the Divine being, may be verified, God's mercy may be exercised, and he may be a God in whom all that the Scripture Says of that Goodness, that is in the Divine being, may be verified, npg1 n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pns31 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp ro-crq d cst dt n1 vvz pp-f d n1, cst vbz p-acp dt j-jn vbg, vmb vbi vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1111 Page 564
11055 and yet hundreds yea thousands of impenitent sinners may eternally perish. and yet hundreds yea thousands of impenitent Sinners may eternally perish. cc av crd uh crd pp-f j n2 vmb av-j vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1111 Page 564
11056 3. That the proportion which the Divine Justice observeth in punishing sinners, must be measured by the proportion of time which the sinner hath to sin in. 3. That the proportion which the Divine justice observeth in punishing Sinners, must be measured by the proportion of time which the sinner hath to since in. crd cst dt n1 r-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp vvg n2, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp n1 p-acp. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1112 Page 564
11057 Than which there nothing more false, nor (as I shall anon shew you) is there any such rule kept to in the justice of men. Than which there nothing more false, nor (as I shall anon show you) is there any such Rule kept to in the Justice of men. cs r-crq a-acp pix av-dc j, ccx (c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pn22) vbz pc-acp d d n1 vvd p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1112 Page 564
11058 4. That the Justice of God is to be measured by the same measures as the Justice of men, and nothing which amongst men is injust can be just with God; 4. That the justice of God is to be measured by the same measures as the justice of men, and nothing which among men is injust can be just with God; crd cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc pix r-crq p-acp n2 vbz j vmb vbi j p-acp np1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1113 Page 564
11059 where-as among men, we see the same rewards and punishments are not judged just as to all men: whereas among men, we see the same rewards and punishments Are not judged just as to all men: j p-acp n2, pns12 vvb dt d n2 cc n2 vbr xx vvn av c-acp p-acp d n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1113 Page 564
11060 all Nations (though the fact be the same) otherwise punish injuries done to superiours than to inferiours, all nations (though the fact be the same) otherwise Punish injuries done to superiors than to inferiors, d n2 (cs dt n1 vbb dt d) av vvi n2 vdn p-acp n2-jn cs p-acp n2-jn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1113 Page 564
11061 and it is thought but just to proportion the punishment to the quality and greatness of the person to whom the injury is done. and it is Thought but just to proportion the punishment to the quality and greatness of the person to whom the injury is done. cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vdn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1113 Page 564
11062 5. That the condemned sinner satisfies by his suffering, than which there is nothing more false. 5. That the condemned sinner Satisfies by his suffering, than which there is nothing more false. crd cst dt j-vvn n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cs r-crq a-acp vbz pix av-dc j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1114 Page 565
11063 No creditor takes his debtors lying in prison, whatever misery he feeleth there, to be any part of payment of his debt. No creditor Takes his debtors lying in prison, whatever misery he feeleth there, to be any part of payment of his debt. dx n1 vvz po31 n2 vvg p-acp n1, r-crq n1 pns31 vvz a-acp, pc-acp vbi d n1 pp-f n1 pp-f po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1114 Page 565
11064 These are some of the mistaken Principles, from which vain man quarrelleth at the Divine Justice, in the eternal destruction of sinners. These Are Some of the mistaken Principles, from which vain man quarrelleth At the Divine justice, in the Eternal destruction of Sinners. d vbr d pp-f dt j-vvn n2, p-acp r-crq j n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1114 Page 565
11065 Now these things premised, I shall easily shew you, that eternal punishment is not inconsistent with the Justice of God, Now these things premised, I shall Easily show you, that Eternal punishment is not inconsistent with the justice of God, av d n2 vvn, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22, cst j n1 vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1114 Page 565
11066 nor doth any way derogate from that infinite goodness and mercy which is inseparable from the Divine Being. nor does any Way derogate from that infinite Goodness and mercy which is inseparable from the Divine Being. ccx vdz d n1 vvi p-acp d j n1 cc n1 r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j-jn vbg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1114 Page 565
11067 1. Why should we not (in the first place) allow that to be just with God, which we allow to be just and righteous in man? What doth man less than this according to the extent of his power? Doth not the Magistrate for his offence deprive the Traytor, the Murtherer, 1. Why should we not (in the First place) allow that to be just with God, which we allow to be just and righteous in man? What does man less than this according to the extent of his power? Does not the Magistrate for his offence deprive the Traitor, the Murderer, crd q-crq vmd pns12 xx (p-acp dt ord n1) vvb cst pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp n1? q-crq vdz vvi av-dc cs d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? vdz xx dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt n1, dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11068 or other Malefactor, of his life, and all the comforts of it for ever? Divines say, that in Hell there is a pain of loss, and a pain of sense; and the Schoolmen argue the former to be greater than the latter: or other Malefactor, of his life, and all the comforts of it for ever? Divines say, that in Hell there is a pain of loss, and a pain of sense; and the Schoolmen argue the former to be greater than the latter: cc j-jn n1, pp-f po31 n1, cc d dt n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp av? n2-jn vvb, cst p-acp n1 a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; cc dt n2 vvb dt j pc-acp vbi jc cs dt d: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11069 you see man inflicteth an eternal pain of loss, and counts it just; you see man inflicteth an Eternal pain of loss, and counts it just; pn22 vvb n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pn31 av; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11070 he taketh away the malefactors life, and all the sweet concomitants of it from him for ever; he Takes away the malefactors life, and all the sweet concomitants of it from him for ever; pns31 vvz av dt n2 n1, cc d dt j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp pno31 p-acp av; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11071 he imprisoneth him during life, banisheth him from his Country, never to return, confiscates his estate for ever: he imprisoneth him during life, banisheth him from his Country, never to return, confiscates his estate for ever: pns31 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, av-x pc-acp vvi, vvz po31 n1 c-acp av: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11072 Yet who quarrels with him as if he did unjustly? Yet who quarrels with him as if he did unjustly? av q-crq vvz p-acp pno31 c-acp cs pns31 vdd av-j? (47) sermon (DIV3) 1115 Page 565
11073 Object. But will some say, God doth not only adjudge a sinner to an eternal loss of his life, estate, liberty, this indeed man doth; Object. But will Some say, God does not only adjudge a sinner to an Eternal loss of his life, estate, liberty, this indeed man does; n1. cc-acp vmb d vvi, np1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, n1, n1, d av n1 vdz; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1116 Page 565
11074 but God adjudgeth him also to eternal torments, to a neverdying worm, a fire that never shall be quenched. but God adjudgeth him also to Eternal torments, to a neverdying worm, a fire that never shall be quenched. p-acp np1 vvz pno31 av p-acp j n2, p-acp dt j n1, dt n1 cst av-x vmb vbi vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1116 Page 565
11075 Sol. I answer, Had man the same power, he would also do the same thing, and yet hope to be acounted guiltless: Sol. I answer, Had man the same power, he would also do the same thing, and yet hope to be accounted guiltless: np1 pns11 vvb, vhd n1 dt d n1, pns31 vmd av vdb dt d n1, cc av vvb pc-acp vbi vvn j: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1117 Page 565
11076 where eminent injuries are done to persons of great place and power, How many are angry, where eminent injuries Are done to Persons of great place and power, How many Are angry, c-crq j n2 vbr vdn p-acp n2 pp-f j n1 cc n1, c-crq d vbr j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1117 Page 565
11077 and will not be reconciled, though they be under a Divine Law obliging them to the contrary? How doth man sometimes divide a Malefactors last punishment, and will not be reconciled, though they be under a Divine Law obliging them to the contrary? How does man sometime divide a Malefactors last punishment, cc vmb xx vbi vvn, cs pns32 vbb p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvg pno32 p-acp dt j-jn? q-crq vdz n1 av vvi dt ng1 ord n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1117 Page 565
11078 and suffers him not to dye at once, but by piece-meal, to make his punishment as long-lived as he can? What will you say of those condemned to be starved to death? Yet in some great crimes, who calleth this cruelty or injustice? The greatness of the offence is in this case judged to justifie the extraordinariness of the punishment. and suffers him not to die At once, but by piecemeal, to make his punishment as long-lived as he can? What will you say of those condemned to be starved to death? Yet in Some great crimes, who calls this cruelty or injustice? The greatness of the offence is in this case judged to justify the extraordinariness of the punishment. cc vvz pno31 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp a-acp, cc-acp p-acp av, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 c-acp j c-acp pns31 vmb? q-crq vmb pn22 vvi pp-f d vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1? av p-acp d j n2, r-crq vvz d n1 cc n1? dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz p-acp d n1 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1117 Page 565
11079 2. What injustice can it be in God, to be ever exacting satisfaction to a debt which is never paid, especially when the debtor hath also refused his pardon for it? Suppose one of us hath a debtor who oweth us a great sum of Money, we offer him, that if he will come to us, 2. What injustice can it be in God, to be ever exacting satisfaction to a debt which is never paid, especially when the debtor hath also refused his pardon for it? Suppose one of us hath a debtor who owes us a great sum of Money, we offer him, that if he will come to us, crd q-crq n1 vmb pn31 vbi p-acp np1, pc-acp vbi av vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz av-x vvn, av-j c-crq dt n1 vhz av vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn31? vvb crd pp-f pno12 vhz dt n1 r-crq vvz pno12 dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns12 vvb pno31, cst cs pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno12, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11080 and upon his knees but ask pardon, we will forgive him the debt; he refuseth, we lay him up in Prison, still he payeth us nothing; and upon his knees but ask pardon, we will forgive him the debt; he Refuseth, we lay him up in Prison, still he payeth us nothing; cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp vvi n1, pns12 vmb vvi pno31 dt n1; pns31 vvz, pns12 vvb pno31 a-acp p-acp n1, av pns31 vvz pno12 pix; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11081 Which of us counteth it unjust to keep this wretch in Prison as long as we can? The reason why we do not for ever keep him in Prison, is because that neither we, Which of us counteth it unjust to keep this wretch in Prison as long as we can? The reason why we do not for ever keep him in Prison, is Because that neither we, r-crq pp-f pno12 vvz pn31 j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1 c-acp av-j c-acp pns12 vmb? dt n1 c-crq pns12 vdb xx p-acp av vvi pno31 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp d d pns12, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11082 nor he, are of eternal duration. nor he, Are of Eternal duration. ccx pns31, vbr pp-f j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11083 If indeed the suffering of the sinner a Thousand, Ten thousand years, did give any satisfaction to God; this were unjust: If indeed the suffering of the sinner a Thousand, Ten thousand Years, did give any satisfaction to God; this were unjust: cs av dt n1 pp-f dt n1 dt crd, crd crd n2, vdd vvi d n1 p-acp np1; d vbdr j: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11084 But who counteth a debtors lying in a Gaol, any payment of, or satisfaction for his debt? There are two things may be said of every sin, which should make the thoughts of sin very dreadful to every understanding Christian. 1. That all the holy actions of all the men in the world, cannot make God amends for one sin. But who counteth a debtors lying in a Gaol, any payment of, or satisfaction for his debt? There Are two things may be said of every since, which should make the thoughts of since very dreadful to every understanding Christian. 1. That all the holy actions of all the men in the world, cannot make God amends for one since. cc-acp q-crq vvz dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, d n1 pp-f, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1? pc-acp vbr crd n2 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1, r-crq vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 av j p-acp d n1 np1. crd cst d dt j n2 pp-f d dt n2 p-acp dt n1, vmbx vvi np1 vvz p-acp crd n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11085 It is a true saying of Drexellius, Omnium bonorum sanctae actiones unius lethalis noxae pondere superantur. It is a true saying of Drexel, Omnium Bonorum sanctae actiones unius Lethalis noxae ponder superantur. pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la vvb fw-la. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11086 2. That the severest punishment which any poor wretch can suffer for sin, cannot give God satisfaction for the least sin. 2. That the Severest punishment which any poor wretch can suffer for since, cannot give God satisfaction for the least since. crd cst dt js n1 r-crq d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1, vmbx vvi np1 n1 p-acp dt ds n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1118 Page 566
11087 3. What pretence can there be of charging God with unjustice, for continuing a punishment upon that sinner, that continueth his impenitency. 3. What pretence can there be of charging God with unjustice, for Continuing a punishment upon that sinner, that Continueth his impenitency. crd q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi pp-f vvg np1 p-acp n1, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp d n1, cst vvz po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11088 If a sinner in everlasting torments indeed either ever could, or did repent, there might possibly be some pretence for this imputation of injustice to God, If a sinner in everlasting torments indeed either ever could, or did Repent, there might possibly be Some pretence for this imputation of injustice to God, cs dt n1 p-acp j n2 av av-d av vmd, cc vdd vvi, pc-acp vmd av-j vbb d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11089 or at least, something might be colourably said to derogate from the goodness and mercy of God, in not delivering him from those torments: or At least, something might be colorably said to derogate from the Goodness and mercy of God, in not delivering him from those torments: cc p-acp ds, pi vmd vbi av-j vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp xx vvg pno31 p-acp d n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11090 Though that Text, Rev. 16.9, 11, possibly be not to be understood of Hell, yet you have in it, a true picture of such as are under the condemnation of it. Though that Text, Rev. 16.9, 11, possibly be not to be understood of Hell, yet you have in it, a true picture of such as Are under the condemnation of it. cs d n1, n1 crd, crd, av-j vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, av pn22 vhb p-acp pn31, dt j n1 pp-f d c-acp vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11091 When the fourth and fifth Angels poured out their vials, and had power to scorch men with fire, it is said, vers. 9, That they were scorched with great heat, When the fourth and fifth Angels poured out their vials, and had power to scorch men with fire, it is said, vers. 9, That they were scorched with great heat, c-crq dt ord cc ord ng1 vvd av po32 n2, cc vhd n1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, pn31 vbz vvn, fw-la. crd, cst pns32 vbdr vvn p-acp j n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11092 and blasphemed the name of God, which had power over those plagues, and repented not to give him glory. and blasphemed the name of God, which had power over those plagues, and repented not to give him glory. cc vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd n1 p-acp d n2, cc vvd xx pc-acp vvi pno31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11093 And again, vers. 11, They blasphemed the God of Heaven, because of their pains, and their sores, And again, vers. 11, They blasphemed the God of Heaven, Because of their pains, and their sores, cc av, fw-la. crd, pns32 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pp-f po32 n2, cc po32 n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11094 and repented not of their deeds. and repented not of their Deeds. cc vvd xx pp-f po32 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11095 I say these two verses give you as to this thing, a true picture of Hell. I say these two Verses give you as to this thing, a true picture of Hell. pns11 vvb d crd n2 vvb pn22 a-acp p-acp d n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11096 Sinners are there plagued, and scorched with heat, but they repent not, to give glory to God. Sinners Are there plagued, and scorched with heat, but they Repent not, to give glory to God. n2 vbr a-acp vvn, cc vvn p-acp n1, cc-acp pns32 vvb xx, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 566
11097 Had they in this life repented, they had never come into those flames. Had they in this life repented, they had never come into those flames. vhd pns32 p-acp d n1 vvd, pns32 vhd av-x vvn p-acp d n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11098 In that state indeed, there is no place, no means for repentance, nor hath any sufferer there any heart for it. In that state indeed, there is no place, no means for Repentance, nor hath any sufferer there any heart for it. p-acp d n1 av, pc-acp vbz dx n1, dx n2 p-acp n1, ccx vhz d n1 a-acp d n1 c-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11099 Non decebat justitiam dei poenitere non poenitentium injustitiae humanae; Non decebat justitiam dei poenitere non Penitence injustitiae humanae; fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11100 It did not become the justice of God to repent, as to their punishment, who never repent of their own injustice, and unrighteousness. It did not become the Justice of God to Repent, as to their punishment, who never Repent of their own injustice, and unrighteousness. pn31 vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp po32 n1, r-crq av-x vvb pp-f po32 d n1, cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11101 What man pitieth a person laid in Gaol for contriving Treason against his Prince, or Country? Because he continueth there, What man Pitieth a person laid in Gaol for contriving Treason against his Prince, or Country? Because he Continueth there, q-crq n1 vvz dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp vvg n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc n1? p-acp pns31 vvz a-acp, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11102 whiles even in Prison he goes on to revile, and threaten, and act what mischief is in his power under his circumstances? And will not so much as say that he hath done amiss, while even in Prison he Goes on to revile, and threaten, and act what mischief is in his power under his Circumstances? And will not so much as say that he hath done amiss, cs av p-acp n1 pns31 vvz a-acp pc-acp vvi, cc vvi, cc vvi r-crq n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n2? cc vmb xx av av-d c-acp vvb cst pns31 vhz vdn av, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11103 nor beg his Princes pardon? This is the case of the damned soul: in this life he sinned, but refused to repent, though he was often called to, and admonished to repent; nor beg his Princes pardon? This is the case of the damned soul: in this life he sinned, but refused to Repent, though he was often called to, and admonished to Repent; ccx vvi po31 ng1 n1? d vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn n1: p-acp d n1 pns31 vvd, cc-acp vvd pc-acp vvi, cs pns31 vbds av vvn p-acp, cc vvd pc-acp vvi; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11104 God throws him for his sin, continued in impenitently, into Hell; God throws him for his since, continued in impenitently, into Hell; np1 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, vvd p-acp av-jn, p-acp n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11105 there he repenteth not, he saith not so much as, I have sinned, Lord have mercy upon me: there he Repenteth not, he Says not so much as, I have sinned, Lord have mercy upon me: a-acp pns31 vvz xx, pns31 vvz xx av av-d c-acp, pns11 vhb vvn, n1 vhb n1 p-acp pno11: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11106 Is God think you unjust in keeping this hardened, stubborn, and impenitent sinner in an eternal Prison? In this the sinner is like to the Devil, and to his evil Angels; Is God think you unjust in keeping this hardened, stubborn, and impenitent sinner in an Eternal Prison? In this the sinner is like to the devil, and to his evil Angels; vbz np1 vvb pn22 j p-acp vvg d vvn, j, cc j n1 p-acp dt j n1? p-acp d dt n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp po31 j-jn n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11107 as the Saints in the resurection are made like to the good Angels: so sinners are like to the evil Angels. as the Saints in the resurrection Are made like to the good Angels: so Sinners Are like to the evil Angels. c-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 vbr vvn av-j p-acp dt j n2: av n2 vbr av-j p-acp dt j-jn n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11108 The Devils never repent, they never say, what have we done, they never ask God pardon; The Devils never Repent, they never say, what have we done, they never ask God pardon; dt n2 av-x vvb, pns32 av-x vvb, q-crq vhb pns12 vdn, pns32 av-x vvb np1 vvi; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11109 no more do sinners that are once condemned to a fellowship and society with them for ever. no more do Sinners that Are once condemned to a fellowship and society with them for ever. dx dc vdb n2 cst vbr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp av. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1119 Page 567
11110 4. What injustice can there be in God, never to cease from punishing that sinner, who never ceaseth from his acts of sin? I shall not here concern my self in that question, whether the blasphemies of the damned be sins, yea, or no: 4. What injustice can there be in God, never to cease from punishing that sinner, who never ceases from his acts of since? I shall not Here concern my self in that question, whither the Blasphemies of the damned be Sins, yea, or no: crd q-crq n1 vmb a-acp vbi p-acp np1, av-x pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg d n1, r-crq av-x vvz p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1? pns11 vmb xx av vvi po11 n1 p-acp d n1, cs dt n2 pp-f dt vvn vbb n2, uh, cc dx: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11111 For my own part, I see no reason why they should not be called sins, they are the acts of rational creatures contrary to the Law of God. For my own part, I see no reason why they should not be called Sins, they Are the acts of rational creatures contrary to the Law of God. p-acp po11 d n1, pns11 vvb dx n1 c-crq pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn n2, pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f j n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11112 If the sinner had in this life ceased to do evil, he had never come in those torments; If the sinner had in this life ceased to do evil, he had never come in those torments; cs dt n1 vhd p-acp d n1 vvd pc-acp vdi j-jn, pns31 vhd av-x vvn p-acp d n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11113 if he ceased not to sin in this life, I ask when he ceased, or by what other name we can call the blasphemies of damned souls because of their torments, if he ceased not to sin in this life, I ask when he ceased, or by what other name we can call the Blasphemies of damned Souls Because of their torments, cs pns31 vvd xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb c-crq pns31 vvd, cc p-acp r-crq j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2 c-acp pp-f po32 n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11114 than that of sins against God? If they be sins, I say, damned souls never cease to sin. than that of Sins against God? If they be Sins, I say, damned Souls never cease to sin. cs d pp-f n2 p-acp np1? cs pns32 vbb n2, pns11 vvb, j-vvn n2 av-x vvb pc-acp vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11115 Are not the blasphemies of the Devils sins? And are not the blasphemies of damned souls of the same nature? But I will not enlarge upon this, are not the Blasphemies of the Devils Sins? And Are not the Blasphemies of damned Souls of the same nature? But I will not enlarge upon this, vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n2? cc vbr xx dt n2 pp-f j-vvn n2 pp-f dt d n1? p-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp d, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11116 for it hath a great cognation to the former. for it hath a great cognation to the former. c-acp pn31 vhz dt j n1 p-acp dt j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1120 Page 567
11117 5. If it were not unjust with God to annex the penalty of eternal destruction to his threatning against sin, it cannot be unjust with him, having enacted a Law under such a penalty to execute it. 5. If it were not unjust with God to annex the penalty of Eternal destruction to his threatening against since, it cannot be unjust with him, having enacted a Law under such a penalty to execute it. crd cs pn31 vbdr xx j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp n1, pn31 vmbx vbi j p-acp pno31, vhg vvn dt n1 p-acp d dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11118 The truth of this dependeth upon this principle, That it can be no injustice, to put a just Law in execution, which is so plain, The truth of this dependeth upon this principle, That it can be no injustice, to put a just Law in execution, which is so plain, dt n1 pp-f d vvz p-acp d n1, cst pn31 vmb vbi dx n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, r-crq vbz av j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11119 as that it demonstrateth it self to every mans reason. as that it Demonstrates it self to every men reason. c-acp cst pn31 vvz pn31 n1 p-acp d ng1 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11214 so as there is no disproportion, though the punishment be as they say durative infinita, infinite in duration. so as there is no disproportion, though the punishment be as they say durative Infinita, infinite in duration. av c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1, cs dt n1 vbi c-acp pns32 vvb j fw-la, j p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11120 For what is Justice in the execution or practice of it, but the putting of just laws in execution? Besides, what is necessary cannot be unjust. For what is justice in the execution or practice of it, but the putting of just laws in execution? Beside, what is necessary cannot be unjust. p-acp r-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc-acp dt vvg pp-f j n2 p-acp n1? a-acp, r-crq vbz j vmbx vbi j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11121 Hath the Lord spoken it, and shall he not do it (saith the Prophet)? God having enacted such a Law, Hath the Lord spoken it, and shall he not do it (Says the Prophet)? God having enacted such a Law, vhz dt n1 vvn pn31, cc vmb pns31 xx vdi pn31 (vvz dt n1)? np1 vhg vvn d dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11122 and affixed such a threatning to it is concerned in truth, to give being to the execution of it. and affixed such a threatening to it is concerned in truth, to give being to the execution of it. cc vvn d dt vvg p-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi vbg p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11123 So that all I have to do, is to evince the wisdom and justice of God in making such a Law, which will appear to you, if you please to consider, So that all I have to do, is to evince the Wisdom and Justice of God in making such a Law, which will appear to you, if you please to Consider, av cst d pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg d dt n1, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1121 Page 568
11124 1. The influence which it hath upon those who shall be saved, as a means to bring them to Heaven; 1. The influence which it hath upon those who shall be saved, as a means to bring them to Heaven; crd dt n1 r-crq pn31 vhz p-acp d r-crq vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1122 Page 568
11125 this appeareth, from that of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 5.11, We knowing the terrors of the Lord, perswade men: this appears, from that of the Apostle, 1 Cor. 5.11, We knowing the terrors of the Lord, persuade men: d vvz, p-acp d pp-f dt n1, crd np1 crd, pns12 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1122 Page 568
11126 as also from the frequent use which both our Saviour and his Apostles make of this argument, to deter men from sin, as also from the frequent use which both our Saviour and his Apostles make of this argument, to deter men from since, c-acp av p-acp dt j n1 r-crq d po12 n1 cc po31 n2 vvi pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1122 Page 568
11127 and to engage them to that duty which they owe unto God; in the performance of which they shall obtain everlasting life and salvation. and to engage them to that duty which they owe unto God; in the performance of which they shall obtain everlasting life and salvation. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vmb vvi j n1 cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1122 Page 568
11128 John Baptist useth it, Matt. 3.7. Our Saviour useth it, Matt. 25. The Apostle useth it, 1 Thes. 1.10, and in many other places of Scripture. John Baptist uses it, Matt. 3.7. Our Saviour uses it, Matt. 25. The Apostle uses it, 1 Thebes 1.10, and in many other places of Scripture. np1 np1 vvz pn31, np1 crd. po12 n1 vvz pn31, np1 crd dt n1 vvz pn31, crd np1 crd, cc p-acp d j-jn n2 pp-f n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1122 Page 568
11129 2. Such a Law hath undoubtedly a great influence upon the worst of men, and keepeth them in awe, 2. Such a Law hath undoubtedly a great influence upon the worst of men, and Keepeth them in awe, crd d dt n1 vhz av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11130 so as they dare not be so vile, as they otherwise would be. so as they Dare not be so vile, as they otherwise would be. av c-acp pns32 vvb xx vbi av j, c-acp pns32 av vmd vbi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11131 I have told you of that Heathen who is reported to have said, That if God had not established death by his Law, it was yet so necessary for mankind, that it had been reason that Governours should have established some Law, to have determined mens lives at such or such times. I have told you of that Heathen who is reported to have said, That if God had not established death by his Law, it was yet so necessary for mankind, that it had been reason that Governors should have established Some Law, to have determined men's lives At such or such times. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 pp-f cst j-jn r-crq vbz vvn pc-acp vhi vvn, cst cs np1 vhd xx vvn n1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vbds av av j p-acp n1, cst pn31 vhd vbn n1 cst n2 vmd vhi vvn d n1, pc-acp vhi vvn ng2 n2 p-acp d cc d n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11132 The Heathens knew nothing of the Revelation of Gods Will, as to the eternal destruction of any; The heathens knew nothing of the Revelation of God's Will, as to the Eternal destruction of any; dt n2-jn vvd pix pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 vmb, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11133 but saw such a sanction so necessary for the rule and government of the World, that they figured such a thing, a place where thirsty Tantalus should have rivers just washing up to his lips, but saw such a sanction so necessary for the Rule and government of the World, that they figured such a thing, a place where thirsty Tantalus should have Rivers just washing up to his lips, cc-acp vvd d dt n1 av j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vvd d dt n1, dt n1 c-crq j np1 vmd vhi n2 j vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11134 and yet he should not be able to drink of them; and yet he should not be able to drink of them; cc av pns31 vmd xx vbi j pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11135 where weary Sisyphus should be always labouring to roll a stone up the hill, for which he should never be able to find a resting-place. where weary Sisyphus should be always labouring to roll a stone up the hill, for which he should never be able to find a Resting place. c-crq j np1 vmd vbi av vvg pc-acp vvi dt n1 a-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmd av-x vbi j pc-acp vvi dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11136 The Heathens saw the necessity of frighting the world with a Sanction, for eternal punishments, for the punishment of wickedness. The heathens saw the necessity of frighting the world with a Sanction, for Eternal punishments, for the punishment of wickedness. dt n2-jn vvd dt n1 pp-f vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 568
11137 It is a saying of Cicero, Itaque ut aliqua in vita formido improbis esset posita, apud infero ejusmodi quaedam supplicia impiis antique constituta esse voluerunt, quod videbant his remotis, non esse mortem ipsam pertimescendam. It is a saying of Cicero, Itaque ut Any in vita Fear improbis esset Posita, apud infero ejusmodi quaedam supplicia impiis antique Constituted esse voluerunt, quod videbant his remotis, non esse mortem ipsam pertimescendam. pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la png31 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11138 Orat. 4. in Catilinam: That is, That wicked men might in this life have upon them some fear of punishment, the Ancients would have some punishments appointed in Hell; Orat 4. in Catilinam: That is, That wicked men might in this life have upon them Some Fear of punishment, the Ancients would have Some punishments appointed in Hell; np1 crd p-acp np1: cst vbz, cst j n2 vmd p-acp d n1 vhb p-acp pno32 d n1 pp-f n1, dt n2-j vmd vhi d n2 vvn p-acp n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11139 for they saw, that without this, even death it self would not be feared. for they saw, that without this, even death it self would not be feared. c-acp pns32 vvd, cst p-acp d, av n1 pn31 n1 vmd xx vbi vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11140 Hence it was that Origen (one of the Ancients) though (as he had many other errors) he thought the punishment of the damned should one day have an end; Hence it was that Origen (one of the Ancients) though (as he had many other errors) he Thought the punishment of the damned should one day have an end; av pn31 vbds d np1 (pi pp-f dt n2-j) cs (c-acp pns31 vhd d j-jn n2) pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvn vmd crd n1 vhb dt n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11141 yet (as they say) he would never openly publish his opinion, being aware what a deluge of wickedness it would let in upon the world. yet (as they say) he would never openly publish his opinion, being aware what a deluge of wickedness it would let in upon the world. av (c-acp pns32 vvb) pns31 vmd av-x av-j vvi po31 n1, vbg j r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 pn31 vmd vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11142 I would offer it to any reasonable mans thoughts, to consider, what less than a threatening of eternal destruction could be in prudence judged, to bear any proportion to the impetuous lust of rage and passion, that disturbeth humane nature. I would offer it to any reasonable men thoughts, to Consider, what less than a threatening of Eternal destruction could be in prudence judged, to bear any proportion to the impetuous lust of rage and passion, that disturbeth humane nature. pns11 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp d j ng1 n2, pc-acp vvi, r-crq av-dc cs dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1 vvn, pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cst vvz j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11143 Governors affix to their Laws, the penalties of perpetual imprisonment, banishment, whippings, brandings, burning, hanging, hanging drawing and quartering: Governors affix to their Laws, the penalties of perpetual imprisonment, banishment, whippings, brandings, burning, hanging, hanging drawing and quartering: ng1 n1 p-acp po32 n2, dt n2 pp-f j n1, n1, n2-vvg, n2-vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg vvg cc j-vvg: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11144 we see this is not sufficient, hundreds of persons throughout England in a year, are cut off, notwithstanding these Laws, and these punishments: we see this is not sufficient, hundreds of Persons throughout England in a year, Are Cut off, notwithstanding these Laws, and these punishments: pns12 vvb d vbz xx j, crd pp-f n2 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, vbr vvn a-acp, c-acp d n2, cc d n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11145 It is true, some hope of escaping, and not being detected, may a little encourage; It is true, Some hope of escaping, and not being detected, may a little encourage; pn31 vbz j, d n1 pp-f vvg, cc xx vbg vvn, vmb dt j vvi; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11146 but this is not the main, they know if the worst comes that can come, it is but exercising patience for an hour or two, but this is not the main, they know if the worst comes that can come, it is but exercising patience for an hour or two, cc-acp d vbz xx dt j, pns32 vvb cs dt js vvz cst vmb vvi, pn31 vbz p-acp vvg n1 p-acp dt n1 cc crd, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11147 and they are out of their misery. and they Are out of their misery. cc pns32 vbr av pp-f po32 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11148 I appeal to every considerate persons judgment, whether he doth not think, that if the aw of an eternal destruction were of the world, the world would not be a Thousand times more full of Traytors, Murtherers, Blasphemers, Adulterers, Thieves, Defiers of all Divine and humane Laws than it is at this day, I appeal to every considerate Persons judgement, whither he does not think, that if the awe of an Eternal destruction were of the world, the world would not be a Thousand times more full of Traitors, Murderers, Blasphemers, Adulterers, Thieves, Defiers of all Divine and humane Laws than it is At this day, pns11 vvb p-acp d j n2 n1, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi, cst cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vbdr pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vmd xx vbi dt crd n2 av-dc j pp-f n2, n2, n2, n2, n2, n2 pp-f d j-jn cc j n2 cs pn31 vbz p-acp d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11149 though it be now full enough; though it be now full enough; cs pn31 vbb av j av-d; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11150 if they do not think so, their thoughts are very shallow, and they will be at a loss, to tell us how the Christianized parts of the world are more civil, if they do not think so, their thoughts Are very shallow, and they will be At a loss, to tell us how the Christianized parts of the world Are more civil, cs pns32 vdb xx vvi av, po32 n2 vbr av j, cc pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq dt vvn n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-dc j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11151 and have fewer of these exorbitancies, than are to be found amongst Indians and Barbarians: if they do think the world would be much worse, I would fain know of them, and have fewer of these Extravagancies, than Are to be found among Indians and Barbarians: if they do think the world would be much Worse, I would fain know of them, cc vhb dc pp-f d n2, cs vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 cc n2-jn: cs pns32 vdb vvi dt n1 vmd vbi av-d av-jc, pns11 vmd av-j vvi pp-f pno32, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11152 whether the establishing a law for the eternal destruction of sinners, were not both just, and a piece of infinite Wisdom in God. whither the establishing a law for the Eternal destruction of Sinners, were not both just, and a piece of infinite Wisdom in God. cs dt vvg dt n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vbdr xx d j, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11153 Now, if it were just for God to establish such a Law, I am sure it must be a piece of distributive Justice in God to put it in execution; Now, if it were just for God to establish such a Law, I am sure it must be a piece of distributive justice in God to put it in execution; av, cs pn31 vbdr j p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, pns11 vbm j pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11154 yea, and his truth must be also concerned in it: he hath spoken it, and he must do it; yea, and his truth must be also concerned in it: he hath spoken it, and he must do it; uh, cc po31 n1 vmb vbi av vvn p-acp pn31: pns31 vhz vvn pn31, cc pns31 vmb vdi pn31; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11155 for he cannot alter the thing that hath gone out of his lips. for he cannot altar the thing that hath gone out of his lips. c-acp pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 cst vhz vvn av pp-f po31 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 569
11156 It is I think reasonably said by an ingenious Author, That it more concerneth the glory of God, to keep many from sin, It is I think reasonably said by an ingenious Author, That it more concerns the glory of God, to keep many from since, pn31 vbz pns11 vvb av-j vvd p-acp dt j n1, cst pn31 av-dc vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11157 than to keep a few from Hell. than to keep a few from Hell. cs pc-acp vvi dt d p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11158 The Glory of God is far more highly his concern, than the salvation of particular persons. The Glory of God is Far more highly his concern, than the salvation of particular Persons. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j av-dc av-j po31 vvi, cs dt n1 pp-f j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11159 Gods Glory is more advanced by the restraint of sin in the universality of mankind, than it is hindred by the damnation of any part of them: God's Glory is more advanced by the restraint of since in the universality of mankind, than it is hindered by the damnation of any part of them: npg1 n1 vbz av-dc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f pno32: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11160 And methinks we might without any great difficulty agree this, when-as it appeareth, both by our Laws, And methinks we might without any great difficulty agree this, When-as it appears, both by our Laws, cc vvz pns12 vmd p-acp d j n1 vvi d, j pn31 vvz, av-d p-acp po12 n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11161 and the daily proceedings of our Courts of Judicatory; and the daily proceedings of our Courts of Judicatory; cc dt j n2-vvg pp-f po12 n2 pp-f j; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11162 we agree it to be more for the publick good of a Nation, that the Government and Laws of a Nation should be maintained, we agree it to be more for the public good of a nation, that the Government and Laws of a nation should be maintained, pns12 vvb pn31 pc-acp vbi av-dc p-acp dt j j pp-f dt n1, cst dt n1 cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11163 than that the lives of hundreds of Traytors, Murtherers, Thieves, and other miscreants, that are disturbers of humane polities, and societies should be preserved. than that the lives of hundreds of Traitors, Murderers, Thieves, and other miscreants, that Are disturbers of humane polities, and societies should be preserved. cs cst dt n2 pp-f crd pp-f n2, n2, n2, cc j-jn n2, cst vbr n2 pp-f j n2, cc n2 vmd vbi vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1123 Page 570
11164 3. But this is further advantaged from the consideration, That this righteous Sanction of eternal destruction, is executed under the Gospel upon none to whom it hath not been a mean before to keep them from it. 3. But this is further advantaged from the consideration, That this righteous Sanction of Eternal destruction, is executed under the Gospel upon none to whom it hath not been a mean before to keep them from it. crd p-acp d vbz av-jc vvn p-acp dt n1, cst d j n1 pp-f j n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp pix p-acp ro-crq pn31 vhz xx vbn dt j c-acp pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11165 I have told you, that as to those ordained to life, it is a means to preserve them from wrath to come, to hear of it, the Ministers of the Lord knowing the terrors of the Lord perswade men; I have told you, that as to those ordained to life, it is a means to preserve them from wrath to come, to hear of it, the Ministers of the Lord knowing the terrors of the Lord persuade men; pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst c-acp p-acp d vvn p-acp n1, pn31 vbz dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi pp-f pn31, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvi n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11166 and by the consideration and the hearing of these terrors, as by a partial mean, they are brought into a state opposite to it, a state of eternal joy and felicity. and by the consideration and the hearing of these terrors, as by a partial mean, they Are brought into a state opposite to it, a state of Eternal joy and felicity. cc p-acp dt n1 cc dt n-vvg pp-f d n2, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 j-jn p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11167 To the whole of mankind, it is a mean to restrain them from sin: To the Whole of mankind, it is a mean to restrain them from since: p-acp dt j-jn pp-f n1, pn31 vbz dt j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11168 I now add, that these poor wretches, who at last drop into the Pit as the demerit of their sins, continued in without repentance, have, I now add, that these poor wretches, who At last drop into the Pit as the demerit of their Sins, continued in without Repentance, have, pns11 av vvi, cst d j n2, r-crq p-acp ord n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, vvn p-acp p-acp n1, vhb, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11169 or might have formerly heard of it denounced against them, as a means to keep them from it, or might have formerly herd of it denounced against them, as a means to keep them from it, cc vmd vhi av-j vvn pp-f pn31 vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp pn31, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11170 and to bring them to an eternal felicity. and to bring them to an Eternal felicity. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11171 Now doth man judge it a righteous thing, having made, and promulged Laws to his Subjects, telling them what shall be judged Treason, Now does man judge it a righteous thing, having made, and promulged Laws to his Subject's, telling them what shall be judged Treason, av vdz n1 vvi pn31 dt j n1, vhg vvn, cc j n2 p-acp po31 n2-jn, vvg pno32 r-crq vmb vbi vvn n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11172 and what shall be the punishment of a Traytor, and therefore promulged his Laws, that they might take heed of Treasons, Murthers, or other enormous crimes; If afterwards they will commit them, that his Law should be rigorously executed upon them, to the confiscation of their goods, the depriving them of their liberties, yea, and lives too: and what shall be the punishment of a Traitor, and Therefore promulged his Laws, that they might take heed of Treasons, Murders, or other enormous crimes; If afterwards they will commit them, that his Law should be rigorously executed upon them, to the confiscation of their goods, the depriving them of their Liberties, yea, and lives too: cc q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av vvn po31 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi n1 pp-f n2, n2, cc j-jn j n2; cs av pns32 vmb vvi pno32, cst po31 n1 vmd vbi av-j vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2-j, dt vvg pno32 pp-f po32 n2, uh, cc vvz av: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11173 I say, doth man thus judge? and shall we think it an unrighteous thing with God, I say, does man thus judge? and shall we think it an unrighteous thing with God, pns11 vvb, vdz n1 av n1? cc vmb pns12 vvi pn31 dt j-u n1 p-acp np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11292 but is willing that all should be saved, by coming to the acknowledgment of the truth. but is willing that all should be saved, by coming to the acknowledgment of the truth. cc-acp vbz j cst d vmd vbi vvn, p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11174 when he doth not surprize sinners in their heaps of sin, but publisheth his Law in his word, promulgeth it by Ministers, when he does not surprise Sinners in their heaps of since, but Publisheth his Law in his word, promulgeth it by Ministers, c-crq pns31 vdz xx vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, vvz pn31 p-acp n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 570
11175 and therefore publisheth it, that men and women might be by the terrors of the Lord persuaded, and Therefore Publisheth it, that men and women might be by the terrors of the Lord persuaded, cc av vvz pn31, cst n2 cc n2 vmd vbi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvd, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11176 and warned to flee from the wrath that is to come, and take heed of having their portion in that place, where the worm never dieth, and warned to flee from the wrath that is to come, and take heed of having their portion in that place, where the worm never Dieth, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi, cc vvb n1 pp-f vhg po32 n1 p-acp d n1, c-crq dt n1 av-x vvz, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11177 and the fire never goeth out; and the fire never Goes out; cc dt n1 av-x vvz av; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11178 yet notwithstanding, in defiance of the authority of God, and in the contempt of his Law, they will go on, yet notwithstanding, in defiance of the Authority of God, and in the contempt of his Law, they will go on, av a-acp, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vmb vvi a-acp, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11179 and take no warning to execute this Law upon them? To conclude this Meditation, to execute a just Law, can be no injustice, no cruelty, and take no warning to execute this Law upon them? To conclude this Meditation, to execute a just Law, can be no injustice, no cruelty, cc vvb dx n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pno32? p-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi dt j n1, vmb vbi dx n1, dx n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11180 and in God it is necessary to vindicate both his authory, and truth. and in God it is necessary to vindicate both his Author, and truth. cc p-acp np1 pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi d po31 n1, cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11181 This Law of eternal destruction, as the punishment of sin, considered in its first establishment, was a just Law: This Law of Eternal destruction, as the punishment of since, considered in its First establishment, was a just Law: d n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp po31 ord n1, vbds dt j n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11182 Just, because a means to bring many to Heaven, because an universal mean and most prudential, Just, Because a means to bring many to Heaven, Because an universal mean and most prudential, av, c-acp dt n2 pc-acp vvi d p-acp n1, c-acp dt j n1 cc av-ds j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11183 and almost alone effectual to restrain sin in the world; and almost alone effectual to restrain since in the world; cc av av-j j pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11184 and because it was first a mean to preserve them from the pit, who at last through their own choice, stubbornness, and Because it was First a mean to preserve them from the pit, who At last through their own choice, stubbornness, cc c-acp pn31 vbds ord dt j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1, r-crq p-acp ord p-acp po32 d n1, n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11185 and wilfulness, do fall into it. and wilfulness, do fallen into it. cc n1, vdb vvi p-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11186 It is therefore impossible that it should be any injustice in God to put this Law in execution, to punish impenitent and incorrigible sinners with eternal destruction. It is Therefore impossible that it should be any injustice in God to put this Law in execution, to Punish impenitent and incorrigible Sinners with Eternal destruction. pn31 vbz av j cst pn31 vmd vbi d n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi j cc j n2 p-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1124 Page 571
11187 6. The proportion which Justice is to observe, and adjust betwixt a punishment and an enormous sinful act, is by no means to be measured, by comparing the time, 6. The proportion which justice is to observe, and adjust betwixt a punishment and an enormous sinful act, is by no means to be measured, by comparing the time, crd dt n1 r-crq n1 vbz pc-acp vvi, cc j p-acp dt n1 cc dt j j n1, vbz p-acp dx n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp vvg dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11188 or degree of pleasure, which the sinner hath had for his sinning, or in his sinful act, or degree of pleasure, which the sinner hath had for his sinning, or in his sinful act, cc n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vhn p-acp po31 vvg, cc p-acp po31 j n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11189 but by comparing the punishment, either with the dignity of the person injured and contemned, but by comparing the punishment, either with the dignity of the person injured and contemned, cc-acp p-acp vvg dt n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn cc vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11190 or with the damage done by the offence, or with the malice, treachery, and perfidiousness of the person offending. or with the damage done by the offence, or with the malice, treachery, and perfidiousness of the person offending. cc p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11191 It must be acknowledged that distributive justice is to observe a proportion betwixt the punishment, and the nature of the offence: It must be acknowledged that distributive Justice is to observe a proportion betwixt the punishment, and the nature of the offence: pn31 vmb vbi vvn cst j n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11192 And upon this true principle it is, that this objection, these reasonings of ours, against the justice of God in the eternal destruction of sinners do proceed. But I say, And upon this true principle it is, that this objection, these reasonings of ours, against the Justice of God in the Eternal destruction of Sinners do proceed. But I say, cc p-acp d j n1 pn31 vbz, cst d n1, d n2-vvg pp-f png12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2 vdb vvi. p-acp pns11 vvb, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1125 Page 571
11193 1. This Proportion is not to be measured, either by the time the sinner hath had to commit his sins in, 1. This Proportion is not to be measured, either by the time the sinner hath had to commit his Sins in, crd d n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn, av-d p-acp dt n1 dt n1 vhz vhn p-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 571
11194 or by the degree of pleasure, which the sinner hath had in his inordinate sinful actions. or by the degree of pleasure, which the sinner hath had in his inordinate sinful actions. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz vhn p-acp po31 j j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 571
11195 That's all which the caviller in this point against Divine Justice hath here to say: That's all which the caviller in this point against Divine justice hath Here to say: d|vbz av-d r-crq dt jc p-acp d n1 p-acp j-jn n1 vhz av pc-acp vvi: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 571
11196 What proportion is there between the sins of a few years, and eternal destruction? being tormented in Hell Ten thousand times ten thousand years? But who amongst men measureth thus the proportion of any punishment to any kind of offences amongst men? The Murtherer hath killed his neighbour, the Traytor his Prince, his work was done in a small part of an hour; What proportion is there between the Sins of a few Years, and Eternal destruction? being tormented in Hell Ten thousand times ten thousand Years? But who among men measureth thus the proportion of any punishment to any kind of offences among men? The Murderer hath killed his neighbour, the Traitor his Prince, his work was done in a small part of an hour; q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt d n2, cc j n1? vbg vvn p-acp n1 crd crd n2 crd crd n2? p-acp r-crq p-acp n2 vvz av dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n2? dt n1 vhz vvn po31 n1, dt n1 po31 n1, po31 n1 vbds vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 571
11197 it may be very few days were taken up, either in the contrivance or execution of his design. it may be very few days were taken up, either in the contrivance or execution of his Design. pn31 vmb vbi av d n2 vbdr vvn a-acp, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 572
11198 Doth justice require, that the time of these Malefactors Imprisonment, or torture in Death, should not exceed the time of the contrivance, Does Justice require, that the time of these Malefactors Imprisonment, or torture in Death, should not exceed the time of the contrivance, vdz n1 vvi, cst dt n1 pp-f d ng1 n1, cc vvi p-acp n1, vmd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 572
11199 or execution of their sin? who ever so judged? There is nothing more ordinary in Philosophy, or execution of their since? who ever so judged? There is nothing more ordinary in Philosophy, cc n1 pp-f po32 n1? q-crq av av vvn? pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 572
11200 than to say, that distributive Justice ought to proceed according to Geometrical proportion between persons and things, not according to an Arithmetical proportion, observed in dealings between man and man. than to say, that distributive justice ought to proceed according to Geometrical proportion between Persons and things, not according to an Arithmetical proportion, observed in dealings between man and man. cs pc-acp vvi, cst j n1 vmd pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp j n1 p-acp n2 cc n2, xx vvg p-acp dt j n1, vvn p-acp n2-vvg p-acp n1 cc n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 572
11201 The measure then of a sinful action is not to be taken from the duration or continuance of a sinful Act. But, The measure then of a sinful actium is not to be taken from the duration or Continuance of a sinful Act. But, dt n1 av pp-f dt j n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1126 Page 572
11202 1. From the dignity of the person offended, injured, and contemned. 1. From the dignity of the person offended, injured, and contemned. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn, j-vvn, cc vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11203 He that murthereth his Prince is punished otherwise, and more severely than he who murthereth his equal. He that murdereth his Prince is punished otherwise, and more severely than he who murdereth his equal. pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 vbz vvn av, cc av-dc av-j cs pns31 r-crq vvz po31 j-jn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11204 By Gods Law, if the Daughter of the High Priest committed uncleanness she was to be burned, Levit. 21.9. By God's Law, if the Daughter of the High Priest committed uncleanness she was to be burned, Levit. 21.9. p-acp ng1 n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 vvn n1 pns31 vbds pc-acp vbi vvn, np1 crd. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11205 So was not every one who was an adulteress; but she had defiled her father, and therefore was not to dye an ordinary death. So was not every one who was an adulteress; but she had defiled her father, and Therefore was not to die an ordinary death. np1 vbds xx d crd r-crq vbds dt n1; cc-acp pns31 vhd vvn po31 n1, cc av vbds xx pc-acp vvi dt j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11206 It is only said, he that curseth his father or mother shall dye, Levit. 20.9. In our Law, If a person murthereth his equal, or inferiour, he or she shall be hanged, they shall dye the ordinary death of malefactors; It is only said, he that Curseth his father or mother shall die, Levit. 20.9. In our Law, If a person murdereth his equal, or inferior, he or she shall be hanged, they shall die the ordinary death of malefactors; pn31 vbz av-j vvn, pns31 cst vvz po31 n1 cc n1 vmb vvi, np1 crd. p-acp po12 n1, cs dt n1 vvz po31 j-jn, cc j-jn, pns31 cc pns31 vmb vbi vvn, pns32 vmb vvi dt j n1 pp-f n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11207 but if the Woman murthereth her Husband, the Child his Parent, the Servant his Master, they shall be burned; but if the Woman murdereth her Husband, the Child his Parent, the Servant his Master, they shall be burned; cc-acp cs dt n1 vvz po31 n1, dt n1 po31 n1, dt n1 po31 n1, pns32 vmb vbi vvn; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11208 if the Traytor murthereth his Soveraign, he shall be hanged, drawn and quartered: The injury is done to their superiors. if the Traitor murdereth his Sovereign, he shall be hanged, drawn and quartered: The injury is done to their superiors. cs dt n1 vvz po31 n-jn, pns31 vmb vbi vvn, vvn cc vvn: dt n1 vbz vdn p-acp po32 n2-jn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11209 Now there is not so great a disproportion betwixt the greatest Emperor, and the meanest Villain in the world, Now there is not so great a disproportion betwixt the greatest Emperor, and the Meanest Villain in the world, av a-acp vbz xx av j dt n1 p-acp dt js n1, cc dt js n1 p-acp dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11210 as there is betwixt the great God of Heaven and Earth, and his creature: as there is betwixt the great God of Heaven and Earth, and his creature: c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc po31 n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11211 Nor is there so great a disproportion betwixt hanging, burning, and torturing to death, and eternal punishment, Nor is there so great a disproportion betwixt hanging, burning, and torturing to death, and Eternal punishment, ccx vbz pc-acp av j dt n1 p-acp vvg, j-vvg, cc vvg p-acp n1, cc j n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11212 as there is betwixt an infinite and a finite being. Sin taketh an infiniteness, from the infiniteness of that God against whom it is committed. as there is betwixt an infinite and a finite being. since Takes an infiniteness, from the infiniteness of that God against whom it is committed. c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp dt j cc dt j vbg. n1 vvz dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst np1 p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11213 And so is objective infinitum, objectively infinite; And so is objective infinitum, objectively infinite; cc av vbz n1 fw-la, av-j j; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11329 Ʋse 1. To the first I shall only speak after the great Apostle of the Gentiles. Ʋse 1. To the First I shall only speak After the great Apostle of the Gentiles. j crd p-acp dt ord pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2-j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1140 Page 578
11215 The durative infiniteness of the punishment, is adequated to the objective infiniteness of sin. 2. Sin is to be measured by the damage it doth to the person injured, or to the publick. The durative infiniteness of the punishment, is adequated to the objective infiniteness of since. 2. since is to be measured by the damage it does to the person injured, or to the public. dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 n1 pp-f n1. crd n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pn31 vdz p-acp dt n1 vvn, cc p-acp dt j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1127 Page 572
11216 Upon this principle of Reason proceedeth another reason of different punishments: Upon this principle of Reason Proceedeth Another reason of different punishments: p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vvz j-jn n1 pp-f j n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 572
11217 He that meerly curseth or speaketh evil of his Prince, shall not be punished as he that murthereth him. He that merely Curseth or speaks evil of his Prince, shall not be punished as he that murdereth him. pns31 cst av-j vvz cc vvz j-jn pp-f po31 n1, vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp pns31 cst vvz pno31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11218 Now sin wrongeth God infinite ways. Now since wrongeth God infinite ways. av n1 vvz np1 j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11219 In his Soveraignty. The sinner saith, God hath no Authority over me, no power, no right to command me; In his Sovereignty. The sinner Says, God hath no authority over me, no power, no right to command me; p-acp po31 n1. dt n1 vvz, np1 vhz dx n1 p-acp pno11, dx n1, dx j-jn pc-acp vvi pno11; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11220 my thoughts are free, I will think what I list; my tongue is my own, I will speak, God hath nothing to do with me; my thoughts Are free, I will think what I list; my tongue is my own, I will speak, God hath nothing to do with me; po11 n2 vbr j, pns11 vmb vvi r-crq pns11 vvb; po11 n1 vbz po11 d, pns11 vmb vvi, np1 vhz pix pc-acp vdi p-acp pno11; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11221 it wrongeth God in his holiness, it says the Laws of God are not holy, it wrongeth him in his Omniscience, Omnipotence, All sufficiency, in his Justice, in his Wisdom, in all his Attributes: it wrongeth God in his holiness, it Says the Laws of God Are not holy, it wrongeth him in his Omniscience, Omnipotence, All sufficiency, in his justice, in his Wisdom, in all his Attributes: pn31 vvz np1 p-acp po31 n1, pn31 vvz dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr xx j, pn31 vvz pno31 p-acp po31 n1, n1, d n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp po31 n1, p-acp d po31 n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11222 It were a great work to shew you how many ways sin wrongeth God; It were a great work to show you how many ways since wrongeth God; pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq d n2 n1 vvz np1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11223 it is intensive infinitum, intensively infinite, and therefore a punishment of an infinite extension, is but proportioned unto it. it is intensive infinitum, intensively infinite, and Therefore a punishment of an infinite extension, is but proportioned unto it. pn31 vbz j fw-la, av-j j, cc av dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vbz cc-acp vvn p-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11224 I pass over the injury done by it to man, as not to be compared with this. I pass over the injury done by it to man, as not to be compared with this. pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 vdn p-acp pn31 p-acp n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1128 Page 573
11225 3. Sin is to be measured by the falshood, treachery, malice and perfidiousness of the person offending. 3. since is to be measured by the falsehood, treachery, malice and perfidiousness of the person offending. crd n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11226 Hence the traytor, the rebellious child, the bloody wife and servant are more severely punished than others that do the same things to other persons, Hence the traitor, the rebellious child, the bloody wife and servant Are more severely punished than Others that do the same things to other Persons, av dt n1, dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1 vbr av-dc av-j vvn cs n2-jn cst vdb dt d n2 p-acp j-jn n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11227 because they violate a trust, and shew the greatest treachery and perfidiousness. Iniquity takes the greater heinousness from the greatest obligations to the contrary duty. Because they violate a trust, and show the greatest treachery and perfidiousness. Iniquity Takes the greater heinousness from the greatest obligations to the contrary duty. c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1, cc vvi dt js n1 cc n1. n1 vvz dt jc n1 p-acp dt js n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11228 Now in all sinning against God there are the greatest failers of faith and duty, the greatest abuses of love and goodness imaginable. Now in all sinning against God there Are the greatest failers of faith and duty, the greatest Abuses of love and Goodness imaginable. av p-acp d vvg p-acp np1 pc-acp vbr dt js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11229 So as if we thus take our measures, justice keeps but a due geometrical proportion in the eternal punishment of the momentary sins of sinners; So as if we thus take our measures, Justice keeps but a due geometrical proportion in the Eternal punishment of the momentary Sins of Sinners; av c-acp cs pns12 av vvb po12 n2, n1 vvz p-acp dt j-jn j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11230 for as is the punishment to the offence, so is the party offended to the party offending. for as is the punishment to the offence, so is the party offended to the party offending. c-acp a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 vvg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11231 As the punishment is without end, infinite, whereas the sins were momentary and temporary: so the party offended was infinite, and the sinner who dared to defie infinite Majesty, As the punishment is without end, infinite, whereas the Sins were momentary and temporary: so the party offended was infinite, and the sinner who dared to defy infinite Majesty, p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp n1, j, cs dt n2 vbdr j cc j: av dt n1 vvn vbds j, cc dt n1 r-crq vvd pc-acp vvi j n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11232 and disobey an infinitely great and glorious God was but a finite worm. and disobey an infinitely great and glorious God was but a finite worm. cc vvi dt av-j j cc j np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11233 As is the injury in sinning to a man, so is the vengeance in punishment to the sin. As is the injury in sinning to a man, so is the vengeance in punishment to the since. p-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1, av vbz dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11234 Man is a poor pitiful worm, but by sin he doth an infinite wrong to God; Man is a poor pitiful worm, but by since he does an infinite wrong to God; n1 vbz dt j j n1, cc-acp p-acp n1 pns31 vdz dt j n-jn p-acp np1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11235 it cannot be expressed how he dishonoureth God: there is no measuring the depth of the guilt in sin. it cannot be expressed how he Dishonors God: there is no measuring the depth of the guilt in since. pn31 vmbx vbi vvn c-crq pns31 vvz np1: pc-acp vbz dx vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11236 Sin is indeed a finite thing, but it is punished with an infinite punishment; proportioned well enough to the infinite wrong done to the Divine being by it. since is indeed a finite thing, but it is punished with an infinite punishment; proportioned well enough to the infinite wrong done to the Divine being by it. n1 vbz av dt j n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1; vvn av av-d p-acp dt j n-jn vdn p-acp dt j-jn vbg p-acp pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11237 Let this be a sixth Demonstration of the justice of God. Let this be a sixth Demonstration of the Justice of God. vvb d vbi dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1129 Page 573
11238 7. The justice of God in the eternal punishment of finite temporary sins, is cleared in this, That the sinner hath sinned, in suo aeterno, in his eternity. 7. The Justice of God in the Eternal punishment of finite temporary Sins, is cleared in this, That the sinner hath sinned, in Sue aeterno, in his eternity. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j j n2, vbz vvn p-acp d, cst dt n1 vhz vvn, p-acp fw-la fw-it, p-acp po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 573
11239 There is in every sinner infinita voluntas peccandi, a will to sin infinitely and without end. There is in every sinner Infinita Voluntas Peccandi, a will to sin infinitely and without end. pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1 fw-la fw-fr fw-la, dt n1 pc-acp vvi av-j cc p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 573
11240 This I remember a learned Author calleth pessimam adhaesionem peccati, one of the worst circumstances of sin. This I Remember a learned Author calls pessimam adhaesionem peccati, one of the worst Circumstances of since. d pns11 vvb dt j n1 vvz fw-la fw-la fw-la, crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11241 That the sinner doth not sin eternally, is from Gods quicker cutting asunder the thred of his life: That the sinner does not sin eternally, is from God's quicker cutting asunder the thread of his life: cst dt n1 vdz xx vvi av-j, vbz p-acp npg1 jc n-vvg av dt n1 pp-f po31 n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11242 had the thred of a sinners life run out to eternity, he would have sinned to eternity. had the thread of a Sinners life run out to eternity, he would have sinned to eternity. vhd dt n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 vvb av p-acp n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11243 Suppose one amongst the damned who had not spent above twenty or thirty years in the world in sinning, I would appeal to the judgement of any deliberate man, Suppose one among the damned who had not spent above twenty or thirty Years in the world in sinning, I would appeal to the judgement of any deliberate man, vvb pi p-acp dt j-vvn r-crq vhd xx vvn p-acp crd cc crd n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg, pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11244 whether this man would not willingly have lived fifty, sixty, or an hundred years, and if he therefore did not desire to live so long, that he might take his fill of sin, satiate himself with his lusts; whither this man would not willingly have lived fifty, sixty, or an hundred Years, and if he Therefore did not desire to live so long, that he might take his fill of since, satiate himself with his Lustiest; cs d n1 vmd xx av-j vhi vvn crd, crd, cc dt crd n2, cc cs pns31 av vdd xx vvi pc-acp vvi av av-j, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvb px31 p-acp po31 n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11245 he who saith otherwise must charge God with damning a soul, who, he knew would have repented, he who Says otherwise must charge God with damning a soul, who, he knew would have repented, pns31 r-crq vvz av vmb vvi np1 p-acp vvg dt n1, r-crq, pns31 vvd vmd vhi vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11246 if God would have suffered him to have lived long enough; if God would have suffered him to have lived long enough; cs np1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn av-j av-d; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11247 and can any entertain such a thought of God? If the sinner had lived for ever he would have gone on in his sins for ever; and can any entertain such a Thought of God? If the sinner had lived for ever he would have gone on in his Sins for ever; cc vmb d vvi d dt n1 pp-f np1? cs dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp av pns31 vmd vhi vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n2 p-acp av; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11248 then there was in him a kind of infiniteness in willing sin. then there was in him a kind of infiniteness in willing since. av a-acp vbds p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11249 This account of the justice of God in the eternal destruction of sinners, is given us by Greg. Mag. I will give you his words in English. This account of the Justice of God in the Eternal destruction of Sinners, is given us by Greg. Mag. I will give you his words in English. d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, vbz vvn pno12 p-acp np1 np1 pns11 vmb vvi pn22 po31 n2 p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1130 Page 574
11250 They who cavil (saith he) at the justice of God in this speak right, They who cavil (Says he) At the Justice of God in this speak right, pns32 r-crq vvb (vvz pns31) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d vvb av-jn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1131 Page 574
11251 if the just Judge of the whole earth did not proceed against men, as well for their thoughts as their actions: if the just Judge of the Whole earth did not proceed against men, as well for their thoughts as their actions: cs dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vdd xx vvi p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1131 Page 574
11252 wicked mens sins are therefore finite, because their lives are so. They would have lived eternally, that they might have sinned eternally; wicked men's Sins Are Therefore finite, Because their lives Are so. They would have lived eternally, that they might have sinned eternally; j ng2 n2 vbr av j, c-acp po32 n2 vbr av. pns32 vmd vhi vvn av-j, cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn av-j; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1131 Page 574
11253 for they more desire to sin than to live, and therefore they desire to live always, that they might never cease to sin. for they more desire to sin than to live, and Therefore they desire to live always, that they might never cease to since. c-acp pns32 dc n1 pc-acp vvi cs pc-acp vvi, cc av pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av, cst pns32 vmd av-x vvi p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1131 Page 574
11254 Gr. Mag. mor. l. 4. c. 18. It is therefore righteous with God that their punishment should never end, whose sinful hearts knew no end in their willingness and lustings to sin. Great Mag. mor. l. 4. c. 18. It is Therefore righteous with God that their punishment should never end, whose sinful hearts knew no end in their willingness and lustings to since. np1 np1 zz. n1 crd sy. crd pn31 vbz av j p-acp np1 cst po32 n1 vmd av-x vvi, rg-crq j n2 vvd dx n1 p-acp po32 n1 cc n2-vvg p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1131 Page 574
11255 The sinner hath no end as to Divine Vengeance, because as long as he could he would know no term in sinning. The sinner hath no end as to Divine Vengeance, Because as long as he could he would know no term in sinning. dt n1 vhz dx n1 c-acp p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp c-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vmd pns31 vmd vvi dx n1 p-acp vvg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11256 It is not just with man to punish the intentions and motions of the heart, because he can but guess at them; It is not just with man to Punish the intentions and motions of the heart, Because he can but guess At them; pn31 vbz xx j p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp pns31 vmb p-acp vvi p-acp pno32; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11257 he cannot certainly know them till they appear by some overt actions. Our Law makes it treason to imagine the death of the King; he cannot Certainly know them till they appear by Some overt actions. Our Law makes it treason to imagine the death of the King; pns31 vmbx av-j vvi pno32 c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp d j n2. po12 n1 vvz pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11258 indeed the Traytor is not punished till his imagination be discovered by some overt words or actions, by which alone man can judge of intentions and imaginations: indeed the Traitor is not punished till his imagination be discovered by Some overt words or actions, by which alone man can judge of intentions and Imaginations: av dt n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp po31 n1 vbi vvn p-acp d j n2 cc n2, p-acp r-crq j n1 vmb vvi pp-f n2 cc n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11259 but to shew us how just even man sometimes judgeth it, especially in some great crimes, to punish intentions; but to show us how just even man sometime Judgeth it, especially in Some great crimes, to Punish intentions; cc-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 c-crq j j n1 av vvz pn31, av-j p-acp d j n2, pc-acp vvi n2; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11260 very small overt actions will sometimes serve to judge of the counsels, designes and intentions of a malefactors heart. very small overt actions will sometime serve to judge of the Counsels, designs and intentions of a malefactors heart. av j j n2 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1132 Page 574
11261 8. The justice of God in punishing sinners with everlasting destruction, is apparent by his proposal of an eternal reward to the greatest sinners, 8. The Justice of God in punishing Sinners with everlasting destruction, is apparent by his proposal of an Eternal reward to the greatest Sinners, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg n2 p-acp j n1, vbz j p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt js n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11262 if they will repent and turn unto him. God setteth before every sinner an eternal life, as well as an eternal death; if they will Repent and turn unto him. God sets before every sinner an Eternal life, as well as an Eternal death; cs pns32 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp pno31. np1 vvz p-acp d n1 dt j n1, c-acp av c-acp dt j n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11263 the sinner maketh his choice, he chooseth death rather than life; the sinner makes his choice, he chooses death rather than life; dt n1 vvz po31 n1, pns31 vvz n1 av-c cs n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11264 so as the proportion of Justice in the punishment, is justified by the proportion of the reward offered, in case the sinner would leave his sins and turn unto God. so as the proportion of justice in the punishment, is justified by the proportion of the reward offered, in case the sinner would leave his Sins and turn unto God. av c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd, p-acp n1 dt n1 vmd vvi po31 n2 cc vvi p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11265 This account Aquinas gives of the justice of God in this particular. This account Aquinas gives of the Justice of God in this particular. d n1 np1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11266 The sinner (saith he) refuseth and putteth from him an infinite good, and despiseth an unchangeable good for things that are mutable. The sinner (Says he) Refuseth and putteth from him an infinite good, and despises an unchangeable good for things that Are mutable. dt n1 (vvz pns31) vvz cc vvz p-acp pno31 dt j j, cc vvz dt j-u j p-acp n2 cst vbr j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11267 Gods punishments are no greater nor of longer duration, than his rewards are which are proposed to the same persons, God's punishments Are no greater nor of longer duration, than his rewards Are which Are proposed to the same Persons, npg1 n2 vbr dx jc ccx pp-f jc n1, cs po31 n2 vbr r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt d n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11268 if they would have turned from their sins, that they might have lived. if they would have turned from their Sins, that they might have lived. cs pns32 vmd vhi vvn p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd vhi vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1133 Page 575
11269 9. Who can so much as in a secret thought charge God with injustice, in the eternal punishment of a sinner, who remembreth that God for the sin of man laid a punishment upon an infinite person, who was the Son of his eternal love: 9. Who can so much as in a secret Thought charge God with injustice, in the Eternal punishment of a sinner, who Remember that God for the since of man laid a punishment upon an infinite person, who was the Son of his Eternal love: crd q-crq vmb av av-d c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 n1 np1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vvz cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 j n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11270 and this the Apostle saith, Rom. 3.26. Was to declare his righteousness: and this the Apostle Says, Rom. 3.26. Was to declare his righteousness: cc d dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. vbds pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11271 To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness, that he might be just, and the Justifier of him who believeth in Jesus. To declare, I say, At this time his righteousness, that he might be just, and the Justifier of him who Believeth in jesus. pc-acp vvi, pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 po31 n1, cst pns31 vmd vbi j, cc dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vvz p-acp np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11272 Now in this we are so far from quarrelling at the justice of God, that there is no Christian that doth not adore and admire it: Now in this we Are so Far from quarreling At the Justice of God, that there is no Christian that does not adore and admire it: av p-acp d pns12 vbr av av-j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pc-acp vbz dx np1 cst vdz xx vvi cc vvi pn31: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11273 what is the difference? There God punished an infinite person for a time; what is the difference? There God punished an infinite person for a time; q-crq vbz dt n1? a-acp np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp dt n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11291 Thus the merciful God extendeth his goodness unto all sinners, a long time he declareth that he desireth not the death of any sinner, Thus the merciful God extendeth his Goodness unto all Sinners, a long time he Declareth that he Desires not the death of any sinner, av dt j np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2, dt j n1 pns31 vvz cst pns31 vvz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11274 here he punisheth finite persons in an infinity of time, that what they cannot suffer in the intension of their suffering, they might be ever doing in the extension of time: Here he Punisheth finite Persons in an infinity of time, that what they cannot suffer in the intention of their suffering, they might be ever doing in the extension of time: av pns31 vvz j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst r-crq pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pns32 vmd vbi av vdg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11275 yea and this difference more is observable, God in punishing his Son, laid our iniquities upon another; yea and this difference more is observable, God in punishing his Son, laid our iniquities upon Another; uh cc d n1 av-dc vbz j, np1 p-acp vvg po31 n1, vvn po12 n2 p-acp j-jn; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11276 here the sinner beareth none but his own burthen, and doth but suffer the punishment due to his own iniquity. Here the sinner bears none but his own burden, and does but suffer the punishment due to his own iniquity. av dt n1 vvz pix p-acp po31 d n1, cc vdz p-acp vvi dt n1 j-jn p-acp po31 d n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11277 Now if we will quarrel at Gods righteousness in this loading of his own Son with the burthen of his wrath, we quarrel at the highest contrivement of Divine and Infinite Wisdom for the salvation of men: Now if we will quarrel At God's righteousness in this loading of his own Son with the burden of his wrath, we quarrel At the highest contrivement of Divine and Infinite Wisdom for the salvation of men: av cs pns12 vmb vvi p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp d n-vvg pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns12 vvb p-acp dt js n1 pp-f j-jn cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11278 yet it is much more reasonable to dispute that than the justice of God, in the eternal personal punishment of a sinner. yet it is much more reasonable to dispute that than the Justice of God, in the Eternal personal punishment of a sinner. av pn31 vbz d dc j pc-acp vvi cst cs dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11279 It is the saying of Nierembergius. It is the saying of nierembergius. pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1134 Page 575
11280 Illud mihi videtur ridiculum, mirari Divinam severitatem in aeterna scelestorum punitione, nec intendere infinitam illam justitiam in innocentia unigeniti dilecti sui: Illud mihi videtur Ridicule, mirari Divinam severitatem in aeterna scelestorum punitione, nec intendere infinitam Illam justitiam in Innocence unigeniti Dilecti sui: fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1135 Page 575
11281 Quid mirum torqueri in aeternum scelestos pro peccatis suis si passus est pro alienis justissimus Dei filius? Qui potuit sustinere sine contumelia suae bonitatis charissimum natum una hora pati injuste, multo melius tolerabit aeternis injustos suppliciis affligi justissime. Nieremb. Quid Mirum torqueri in aeternum scelestos Pro peccatis suis si passus est Pro alienis justissimus Dei filius? Qui Potuit Sustain sine Contumely suae bonitatis charissimum natum una hora pati injust, Much Better tolerabit Eternal injustos Supplication affligi justissime. Nuremberg. fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-fr n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1135 Page 576
11282 It to me (saith he) seemeth ridiculous to admire at Divine severity in the eternal punishment of wicked men, It to me (Says he) seems ridiculous to admire At Divine severity in the Eternal punishment of wicked men, pn31 p-acp pno11 (vvz pns31) vvz j pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1136 Page 576
11283 and not to attend to that infinite justice in the innocency of his only beloved Son. What wonder is it that wicked men should be for ever tormented for their own sins, and not to attend to that infinite Justice in the innocency of his only Beloved Son. What wonder is it that wicked men should be for ever tormented for their own Sins, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j j-vvn n1 q-crq n1 vbz pn31 cst j n2 vmd vbi p-acp av vvn p-acp po32 d n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1136 Page 576
11284 if the most righteous son of God suffered for the sins of others. if the most righteous son of God suffered for the Sins of Others. cs dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1136 Page 576
11285 He that without a reproach to his goodness could endure his most dear Son to suffer so long as one hour, will much better endure unjust sinners to be tormented with eternal punishment. He that without a reproach to his Goodness could endure his most dear Son to suffer so long as one hour, will much better endure unjust Sinners to be tormented with Eternal punishment. pns31 cst p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vmd vvi po31 av-ds j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi av av-j c-acp crd n1, vmb av-d av-jc vvi j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1136 Page 576
11286 10. Lastly, It is the greatest error and madness imaginable for any soul to dream of mercy in God, 10. Lastly, It is the greatest error and madness imaginable for any soul to dream of mercy in God, crd ord, pn31 vbz dt js n1 cc n1 j p-acp d n1 p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11287 after the contempt and despising of his goodness and mercy, to a final impenitency. After the contempt and despising of his Goodness and mercy, to a final impenitency. p-acp dt n1 cc vvg pp-f po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11288 What is Divine goodness and mercy, but the will of God inclining him to do good to miserable creatures. What is Divine Goodness and mercy, but the will of God inclining him to do good to miserable creatures. q-crq vbz j-jn n1 cc n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno31 pc-acp vdi j p-acp j n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11289 This, we say, is to be found in God, and that to an infinite degree; and is abundantly seen in his long-suffering and forbearance of them, and patience to them; This, we say, is to be found in God, and that to an infinite degree; and is abundantly seen in his long-suffering and forbearance of them, and patience to them; np1, pns12 vvb, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, cc cst p-acp dt j n1; cc vbz av-j vvn p-acp po31 j cc n1 pp-f pno32, cc n1 p-acp pno32; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11290 in his waiting upon them all the days of their life, giving them his Gospel, sending them his Ministers, beseeching them to be reconciled unto God, knocking by his Spirit at the doors of their hearts. in his waiting upon them all the days of their life, giving them his Gospel, sending them his Ministers, beseeching them to be reconciled unto God, knocking by his Spirit At the doors of their hearts. p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno32 d dt n2 pp-f po32 n1, vvg pno32 po31 n1, vvg pno32 po31 n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1, vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11293 The vile sinner through the pride of his heart, will not seek after God, but vexeth, grieveth, resisteth his holy Spirit from time to time, refuseth to repent and to turn unto God, defieth him, mocketh at the tenders of Divine grace: The vile sinner through the pride of his heart, will not seek After God, but vexes, Grieveth, Resisteth his holy Spirit from time to time, Refuseth to Repent and to turn unto God, defieth him, mocks At the tenders of Divine grace: dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb xx vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp vvz, vvz, vvz po31 j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vvz pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, vvz pno31, vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11294 thus he liveth, thus he dieth, yet hath heard of, and knoweth the threatnings of eternal destruction: thus he lives, thus he Dieth, yet hath herd of, and Knoweth the threatenings of Eternal destruction: av pns31 vvz, av pns31 vvz, av vhz vvn pp-f, cc vvz dt n2-vvg pp-f j n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11295 he looketh upon them as bug-bear things, not to fright such men as he is, but children only: he looks upon them as bugbear things, not to fright such men as he is, but children only: pns31 vvz p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 n2, xx pc-acp vvi d n2 c-acp pns31 vbz, cc-acp n2 av-j: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11296 he drinks, he swears, he curseth and blasphemeth God; lyes, breaketh Sabbaths, he will venture it. he drinks, he swears, he Curseth and Blasphemeth God; lies, breaks Sabbaths, he will venture it. pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz cc vvz np1; vvz, vvz n2, pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11297 Who is that God that shall restrain the lusts of his heart? He will try whether there be such an Hell, such an eternal destruction yea or no. Who is that God that shall restrain the Lustiest of his heart? He will try whither there be such an Hell, such an Eternal destruction yea or no. q-crq vbz cst np1 cst vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? pns31 vmb vvi cs pc-acp vbb d dt n1, d dt j n1 uh cc uh-dx. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11298 What do we talk of mercy after this, to such a bold defier of the Divine Majesty? What kind of being must we fancy the eternal God, What do we talk of mercy After this, to such a bold defier of the Divine Majesty? What kind of being must we fancy the Eternal God, q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pp-f n1 p-acp d, p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1? q-crq n1 pp-f vbg vmb pns12 vvi dt j np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 576
11299 if we should imagine him to have one drop of mercy for such a contemner and defier of Divine goodness? Surely he that made this man will have no mercy on him, he that formed him can shew him no favour, without a dethroning himself, if we should imagine him to have one drop of mercy for such a contemner and defier of Divine Goodness? Surely he that made this man will have no mercy on him, he that formed him can show him no favour, without a dethroning himself, cs pns12 vmd vvi pno31 pc-acp vhi crd n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1? av-j pns31 cst vvd d n1 vmb vhi dx n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 cst vvd pno31 vmb vvi pno31 dx n1, p-acp dt vvg px31, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11300 and making himself the contempt of his creature. This every sinner doth, one more openly and boldly, another more secretly and tacitly. and making himself the contempt of his creature. This every sinner does, one more openly and boldly, Another more secretly and tacitly. cc vvg px31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. d d n1 vdz, pi dc av-j cc av-j, j-jn n1 av-jn cc av-j. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11301 Every fool, if he doth not speak it with his tongue, yet saith in his heart, there is no God. Every fool, if he does not speak it with his tongue, yet Says in his heart, there is no God. np1 n1, cs pns31 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp po31 n1, av vvz p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbz dx n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11302 Whiles vain man talks of mercy in God in this case, I am afraid he fancieth mercy in God to be a passion as it is in us, which necessarily stirs to compassionate every object of misery. Alas! While vain man talks of mercy in God in this case, I am afraid he fancieth mercy in God to be a passion as it is in us, which necessarily stirs to compassionate every Object of misery. Alas! cs j n1 vvz pp-f n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vbm j pns31 vvz n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 c-acp pn31 vbz p-acp pno12, r-crq av-j vvz p-acp j d n1 pp-f n1. np1! (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11303 it is no such thing, it is nothing else but the good will of God to do good to sinners if they will be made partakers of his goodness: it is no such thing, it is nothing Else but the good will of God to do good to Sinners if they will be made partakers of his Goodness: pn31 vbz dx d n1, pn31 vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2 cs pns32 vmb vbi vvn n2 pp-f po31 n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11304 The same will moveth, and that justly too, otherwise after this life the red flag is then held out. The same will moves, and that justly too, otherwise After this life the read flag is then held out. dt d n1 vvz, cc cst av-j av, av p-acp d n1 dt j-jn n1 vbz av vvn av. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11305 The last grains of sand in the glass of mercy are dropt out, when this life is determined. The last grains of sand in the glass of mercy Are dropped out, when this life is determined. dt ord n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 vbr vvn av, c-crq d n1 vbz vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11306 There is no more sacrifice for sin remaining, but a dreadful looking for of Judgement and fiery indignation which shall devour the adversaries. There is no more sacrifice for since remaining, but a dreadful looking for of Judgement and fiery Indignation which shall devour the Adversaries. pc-acp vbz dx dc n1 p-acp n1 vvg, cc-acp dt j vvg p-acp pp-f n1 cc j n1 r-crq vmb vvi dt n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11307 He that despised Moses law, died without mercy; He that despised Moses law, died without mercy; pns31 cst vvd np1 n1, vvd p-acp n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11308 of how much sorer punishment shall they be thought worthy, who have trodden under foot the blood of the Son of God, of how much Sorer punishment shall they be Thought worthy, who have trodden under foot the blood of the Son of God, pp-f c-crq d jc n1 vmb pns32 vbi vvn j, r-crq vhb vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11309 and have counted the blood of the Covenant wherewith he was sanctified, as an unholy thing, Heb. 10.26, 27. These men have done despight to the Spirit of Grace, and have counted the blood of the Covenant wherewith he was sanctified, as an unholy thing, Hebrew 10.26, 27. These men have done despite to the Spirit of Grace, cc vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, c-acp dt j n1, np1 crd, crd np1 n2 vhb vdn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11330 We knowing the terrors of the Lord, perswade you. 1. Not to stand disputing with God about the justice and equity of his ways. We knowing the terrors of the Lord, persuade you. 1. Not to stand disputing with God about the Justice and equity of his ways. pns12 vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vvb pn22. crd xx pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1140 Page 578
11310 and we know who hath said vengeance is mine, and I will repay it, I will recompense (saith the Lord) and again, the Lord shall judge his people. and we know who hath said vengeance is mine, and I will repay it, I will recompense (Says the Lord) and again, the Lord shall judge his people. cc pns12 vvb r-crq vhz vvn n1 vbz png11, cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31, pns11 vmb vvi (vvz dt n1) cc av, dt n1 vmb vvi po31 n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11311 I conclude then with the Apostle in that place, It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. I conclude then with the Apostle in that place, It is a fearful thing to fallen into the hands of the living God. pns11 vvb av p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j-vvg np1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11312 There is a time for all things, and as it is so with men, so it is with God: There is a time for all things, and as it is so with men, so it is with God: pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc c-acp pn31 vbz av p-acp n2, av pn31 vbz p-acp np1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11313 There is a time for mercy, that is the time of this life; There is a time for mercy, that is the time of this life; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cst vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11314 and there must be a time for the execution of Justice, when God shall declare his righteousness upon sinners who have despised his goodness and patience, that is the time after this life. and there must be a time for the execution of justice, when God shall declare his righteousness upon Sinners who have despised his Goodness and patience, that is the time After this life. cc pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2 r-crq vhb vvn po31 n1 cc n1, cst vbz dt n1 p-acp d n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11315 The inch of Candle is out when the sinners life is expired: no more coming to the waters, and buying then what before was offered without money, and without price. The inch of Candle is out when the Sinners life is expired: no more coming to the waters, and buying then what before was offered without money, and without price. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av c-crq dt ng1 n1 vbz vvn: av-dx av-dc vvg p-acp dt n2, cc vvg av r-crq a-acp vbds vvn p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11316 Mercy hath done its utmost as to such sinners: Mercy hath done its utmost as to such Sinners: n1 vhz vdn po31 j c-acp p-acp d n2: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11317 no more mercy is to be found in God for them, no more compassion in that God who is full of mercy and tender compassion. no more mercy is to be found in God for them, no more compassion in that God who is full of mercy and tender compassion. av-dx dc n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp pno32, av-dx dc n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz j pp-f n1 cc j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11318 Nor shall we need at all to stumble at this, for to oblige Magistrates to be always pitiful to them that are in misery, Nor shall we need At all to Stumble At this, for to oblige Magistrates to be always pitiful to them that Are in misery, ccx vmb pns12 vvi p-acp d pc-acp vvi p-acp d, c-acp pc-acp vvi n2 pc-acp vbi av j p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11319 though they have been the causes of it to themselves, and have brought themselves into misery by the highest contempts of Authority and Government; though they have been the Causes of it to themselves, and have brought themselves into misery by the highest contempts of authority and Government; cs pns32 vhb vbn dt n2 pp-f pn31 pc-acp px32, cc vhb vvn px32 p-acp n1 p-acp dt js n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 577
11320 yea and of the clemency and patience of the Magistrate, were quickly to prostitute all Government, yea and of the clemency and patience of the Magistrate, were quickly to prostitute all Government, uh cc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbdr av-j pc-acp vvi d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11321 and to expose those that manage it to the basest contempt and scorn imaginable: and to expose those that manage it to the Basest contempt and scorn imaginable: cc pc-acp vvi d cst vvb pn31 p-acp dt js n1 cc n1 j: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11322 and if the Princes and Judges of the earth, and Generals of Armies upon the prospect of this, see a necessity of setting limits to their bowels of compassion, and if the Princes and Judges of the earth, and Generals of Armies upon the prospect of this, see a necessity of setting Limits to their bowels of compassion, cc cs dt n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, cc n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vvb dt n1 pp-f vvg n2 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11323 and no one judgeth them either unjust or cruel in so doing; and no one Judgeth them either unjust or cruel in so doing; cc dx pi vvz pno32 d j cc j p-acp av vdg; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11324 why may not the same be allowed to the holy and righteous God? But I have spoken enough to convince those who observe the principles of justice allowed in the practice of all States and Governments, with the general observation of the wiser sort in the world, That God is neither cruel nor unrighteous in punishing with an eternal destruction those that know not God, why may not the same be allowed to the holy and righteous God? But I have spoken enough to convince those who observe the principles of Justice allowed in the practice of all States and Governments, with the general observation of the Wiser sort in the world, That God is neither cruel nor unrighteous in punishing with an Eternal destruction those that know not God, q-crq vmb xx dt d vbb vvn p-acp dt j cc j np1? p-acp pns11 vhb vvn av-d pc-acp vvi d r-crq vvb dt n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 cc n2, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, cst np1 vbz dx j ccx j p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n1 d cst vvb xx np1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11325 and obey not his Gospel, although their time and pleasure of sinning hath born no proportion, either to the time or degree of their torments. and obey not his Gospel, although their time and pleasure of sinning hath born no proportion, either to the time or degree of their torments. cc vvb xx po31 n1, cs po32 n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg vhz vvn dx n1, av-d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po32 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11326 I shall apply it but in a word or two. I shall apply it but in a word or two. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc crd. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1137 Page 578
11327 1. The first, To sinners who are yet impenitent, who have not yet by repentance and faith saved themselves from this wrath to come. 1. The First, To Sinners who Are yet impenitent, who have not yet by Repentance and faith saved themselves from this wrath to come. crd dt ord, p-acp n2 r-crq vbr av j, r-crq vhb xx av p-acp n1 cc n1 vvn px32 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1138 Page 578
11328 2. The second to those who through grace have saved themselves from this wrath. 2. The second to those who through grace have saved themselves from this wrath. crd dt ord p-acp d r-crq p-acp n1 vhb vvn px32 p-acp d n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1139 Page 578
11331 2. While your time lasteth to save your selves from these eternal burnings, from this worm which never dieth, this fire which never goeth out. 2. While your time lasteth to save your selves from these Eternal burnings, from this worm which never Dieth, this fire which never Goes out. crd n1 po22 n1 vvz pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d j n2, p-acp d n1 r-crq av-x vvz, d n1 r-crq av-x vvz av. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1140 Page 578
11332 1. Dispute not then Divine Justice, as to the eternal Destruction of sinners. 1. Dispute not then Divine justice, as to the Eternal Destruction of Sinners. crd vvb xx av j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11333 You see if you do, you will fall in judgement, though you should be tried by the common laws of men, by the customs and practices of all Nations. You see if you do, you will fallen in judgement, though you should be tried by the Common laws of men, by the customs and practices of all nations. pn22 vvb cs pn22 vdb, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp n1, cs pn22 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11334 Flatter not your selves, that whatever your Ministers tell you, the goodness and mercy of God will not allow him to see his creatures eternally tormented; Flatter not your selves, that whatever your Ministers tell you, the Goodness and mercy of God will not allow him to see his creatures eternally tormented; vvb xx po22 n2, cst r-crq po22 n2 vvb pn22, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vmb xx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n2 av-j vvn; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11335 or that the justice of God cannot allow him to punish the sinnings of a few hours, or that the Justice of God cannot allow him to Punish the sinnings of a few hours, cc cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmbx vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt d n2, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11336 or years with an eternity of torments. or Years with an eternity of torments. cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11337 What have they to do with mercy who have out-sinned their days and years of mercy, What have they to do with mercy who have outsin their days and Years of mercy, q-crq vhb pns32 pc-acp vdi p-acp n1 r-crq vhb j po32 n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11338 and despised the long-suffering, patience and forbearance of God, that for twenty, thirty, forty years together was leading them to repentance, and despised the long-suffering, patience and forbearance of God, that for twenty, thirty, forty Years together was leading them to Repentance, cc vvd dt j, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cst p-acp crd, crd, crd n2 av vbds vvg pno32 p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11339 and waiting for their conversion, and turning to him; who had a day and time of repentance, but repented not; and waiting for their conversion, and turning to him; who had a day and time of Repentance, but repented not; cc vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc vvg p-acp pno31; r-crq vhd dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vvd xx; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 578
11340 an eternal life and happiness offered them, but refused it, and have judged themselves unworthy of eternal life? O let all sinners cease disputing Divine Justice, an Eternal life and happiness offered them, but refused it, and have judged themselves unworthy of Eternal life? O let all Sinners cease disputing Divine justice, dt j n1 cc n1 vvd pno32, cc-acp vvd pn31, cc vhb vvn px32 j pp-f j n1? sy vvb d n2 vvb vvg j-jn n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 579
11341 and presuming upon I know not what mercy in God, and let them to day, and presuming upon I know not what mercy in God, and let them to day, cc vvg p-acp pns11 vvb xx r-crq n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb pno32 p-acp n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 579
11342 while it is called to day, not harden their hearts, but study to save themselves from this wrath that is to come! while it is called to day, not harden their hearts, but study to save themselves from this wrath that is to come! cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, xx vvi po32 n2, cc-acp vvb pc-acp vvi px32 p-acp d n1 cst vbz pc-acp vvi! (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 579
11343 Let me but offer you one or two Meditations. Let me but offer you one or two Meditations. vvb pno11 p-acp vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1141 Page 579
11344 1. Consider with your selves, how often you have deserved this eternal destruction from the presence of the Lord, 1. Consider with your selves, how often you have deserved this Eternal destruction from the presence of the Lord, crd np1 p-acp po22 n2, c-crq av pn22 vhb vvn d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11345 and from the glory of his power; and from the glory of his power; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11346 and how many are dropped into it, who never lived so long, nor sinned so much as you have done? Do not you think that an High-way-man, and how many Are dropped into it, who never lived so long, nor sinned so much as you have done? Do not you think that an Highwayman, cc c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp pn31, r-crq av-x vvd av av-j, ccx vvd av av-d c-acp pn22 vhb vdn? vdb xx pn22 vvi cst dt n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11347 or some other notorious villain, as he passeth by a pair of Gallows upon the road, hath many such a cold thought as this: or Some other notorious villain, as he passes by a pair of Gallows upon the road, hath many such a cold Thought as this: cc d j-jn j n1, c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1, vhz d d dt j-jn n1 p-acp d: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11348 How many have perished upon this tree for stealing but a few shillings, or some things of little value? how often have I deserved the same punishment, How many have perished upon this tree for stealing but a few shillings, or Some things of little valve? how often have I deserved the same punishment, q-crq d vhb vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp vvg p-acp dt d n2, cc d n2 pp-f j n1? uh-crq av vhb pns11 vvn dt d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11349 though I as yet escape? Oh that you who are yet in a state of guilt and impenitency, would reflect upon your selves, and say, Lord! though I as yet escape? O that you who Are yet in a state of guilt and impenitency, would reflect upon your selves, and say, Lord! cs pns11 p-acp av vvi? uh cst pn22 r-crq vbr av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmd vvi p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi, n1! (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11350 how many are dropt into the pit of eternal destruction, who never lived so long as I have lived, how many Are dropped into the pit of Eternal destruction, who never lived so long as I have lived, c-crq d vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, r-crq av-x vvd av av-j c-acp pns11 vhb vvn, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11351 nor sinned to that degree that I have sinned! nor sinned to that degree that I have sinned! ccx vvn p-acp d n1 cst pns11 vhb vvn! (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11352 yet they are perished, and for ever perished, yet I live, and am out of that pit. yet they Are perished, and for ever perished, yet I live, and am out of that pit. av pns32 vbr vvn, cc p-acp av vvn, av pns11 vvb, cc vbm av pp-f d n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1142 Page 579
11353 2. Consider what an hairs-breadth there is betwixt you and this eternal destruction. 2. Consider what an hair's-breadth there is betwixt you and this Eternal destruction. crd np1 r-crq dt n1 a-acp vbz p-acp pn22 cc d j n1. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1143 Page 579
11354 You see some in a moment going down into the pit, some in an hours time, some in a weeks time; You see Some in a moment going down into the pit, Some in an hours time, Some in a weeks time; pn22 vvb d p-acp dt n1 vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1, d p-acp dt ng1 n1, d p-acp dt n2 n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1143 Page 579
11355 you sleep over it every night, you tread over it every day; you need not be told how little there is betwixt us and death every day: you sleep over it every night, you tread over it every day; you need not be told how little there is betwixt us and death every day: pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 d n1, pn22 vvb p-acp pn31 d n1; pn22 vvb xx vbi vvn c-crq av-j a-acp vbz p-acp pno12 cc n1 d n1: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1143 Page 579
11356 How suddenly do you see some snatched away on your right hand? others snatched away on your left hand, Ananias and Saphira drop into the pit with a lye in their mouths? What know you what this day, what the next night may bring forth upon our souls? Let me conclude this with an Exhortation much of that nature, which Daniel used to that great King. Wherefore, O Sinners! How suddenly do you see Some snatched away on your right hand? Others snatched away on your left hand, Ananias and Sapphira drop into the pit with a lie in their mouths? What know you what this day, what the next night may bring forth upon our Souls? Let me conclude this with an Exhortation much of that nature, which daniel used to that great King. Wherefore, Oh Sinners! c-crq av-j vdb pn22 vvi d vvd av p-acp po22 j-jn n1? n2-jn vvd av p-acp po22 j n1, np1 cc np1 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po32 n2? q-crq vvb pn22 r-crq d n1, r-crq dt ord n1 vmb vvi av p-acp po12 n2? vvb pno11 vvi d p-acp dt n1 av-d pp-f d n1, r-crq np1 vvn p-acp d j n1. c-crq, uh n2! (47) sermon (DIV3) 1143 Page 579
11357 let my counsel be acceptable unto you, break off your sins by a true repentance, and your iniquities, by a coming unto Christ; let my counsel be acceptable unto you, break off your Sins by a true Repentance, and your iniquities, by a coming unto christ; vvb po11 n1 vbi j p-acp pn22, vvb a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt j n1, cc po22 n2, p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp np1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1144 Page 579
11358 if so be you may save your selves from this wrath to come. if so be you may save your selves from this wrath to come. cs av vbb pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1144 Page 579
11359 Ʋse 2. In the second place, Let the People of God, who are delivered from this wrath, Ʋse 2. In the second place, Let the People of God, who Are Delivered from this wrath, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 579
11360 and by grace translated into the Kingdom of the Lord Jesus Christ, look back with thankful hearts upon this danger which they have escaped. and by grace translated into the Kingdom of the Lord jesus christ, look back with thankful hearts upon this danger which they have escaped. cc p-acp n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, vvb av p-acp j n2 p-acp d n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11361 They tell a story of a person, who being disordered with drink, and riding over a bridg, where he very narrowly, They tell a story of a person, who being disordered with drink, and riding over a bridge, where he very narrowly, pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbg vvn p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 av av-j, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11362 but insensibly escaped the danger of his life; but insensibly escaped the danger of his life; cc-acp av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11363 coming back the next day, and viewing his danger, he was so astonished, as that he dropt down dead: coming back the next day, and viewing his danger, he was so astonished, as that he dropped down dead: vvg av dt ord n1, cc vvg po31 n1, pns31 vbds av vvn, c-acp cst pns31 vvd a-acp j: (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11364 your reflexion upon this eternal destruction, which (through grace) you have escaped, ought to have no such influence upon you. your reflection upon this Eternal destruction, which (through grace) you have escaped, ought to have no such influence upon you. po22 n1 p-acp d j n1, r-crq (p-acp n1) pn22 vhb vvn, pi pc-acp vhi dx d n1 p-acp pn22. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11365 But from the sight of this dreadful wrath to come, which you have escaped, reflect these two more profitable Meditations upon your souls. But from the sighed of this dreadful wrath to come, which you have escaped, reflect these two more profitable Meditations upon your Souls. p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn, vvb d crd dc j n2 p-acp po22 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1145 Page 580
11366 1. What hath God done for me, delivering me from such a death? Oh how patient was God with me? how many nights did I sleep over hell? how many days? how many years did I tread over these endless torments? Oh! what hath God done for me, in plucking my foot out of this snare, 1. What hath God done for me, delivering me from such a death? O how patient was God with me? how many nights did I sleep over hell? how many days? how many Years did I tread over these endless torments? Oh! what hath God done for me, in plucking my foot out of this snare, crd r-crq vhz np1 vdn p-acp pno11, vvg pno11 p-acp d dt n1? uh q-crq j vbds np1 p-acp pno11? c-crq d n2 vdd pns11 vvi p-acp n1? q-crq d n2? q-crq d n2 vdd pns11 vvi p-acp d j n2? uh q-crq vhz np1 vdn p-acp pno11, p-acp vvg po11 n1 av pp-f d n1, (47) sermon (DIV3) 1146 Page 580
11367 as a brand out of this fire? as a brand out of this fire? c-acp dt n1 av pp-f d n1? (47) sermon (DIV3) 1146 Page 580
11368 2. What shall I do? what, can I do enough for that God, who hath saved me from such a death? how often might he have thrown me into Hell? O Lord, I am thy servant, I am thy servant, thou hast saved me from that wrath which is to come. 2. What shall I do? what, can I do enough for that God, who hath saved me from such a death? how often might he have thrown me into Hell? Oh Lord, I am thy servant, I am thy servant, thou hast saved me from that wrath which is to come. crd q-crq vmb pns11 vdi? q-crq, vmb pns11 vdi d p-acp cst np1, r-crq vhz vvn pno11 p-acp d dt n1? c-crq av vmd pns31 vhb vvn pno11 p-acp n1? uh n1, pns11 vbm po21 n1, pns11 vbm po21 n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno11 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11369 What an engagement should this lay upon us? in nostro aeterno, to serve the Lord while we have any being. What an engagement should this lay upon us? in nostro aeterno, to serve the Lord while we have any being. q-crq dt n1 vmd d vvi p-acp pno12? p-acp fw-la fw-it, p-acp vvi dt n1 cs pns12 vhb d vbg. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11402 2. We must vindicate the Justice of God in the distribution of them to them. 2. We must vindicate the justice of God in the distribution of them to them. crd pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp pno32. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11370 Let us therefore go away singing with David, We will extol thee, our God, our King we will praise thee for ever, and ever; Let us Therefore go away singing with David, We will extol thee, our God, our King we will praise thee for ever, and ever; vvb pno12 av vvi av vvg p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vvi pno21, po12 n1, po12 n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp av, cc av; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11371 every day we will bless thee, and we will praise thee for evermore, Psal. 145.1. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name; every day we will bless thee, and we will praise thee for evermore, Psalm 145.1. Bless the Lord, Oh my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name; d n1 pns12 vmb vvi pno21, cc pns12 vmb vvi pno21 p-acp av, np1 crd. vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11, vvb po31 j n1; (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11372 bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits. bless the Lord, Oh my soul, and forget not all his benefits. vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc vvb xx d po31 n2. (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11373 Who forgiveth all thine iniquity? who healeth all thy diseases? who redeemeth thy life from destruction [ yea from eternal destruction ] who crowneth thee with loving-kindness and tender mercies, Psal. 103.1, 2, 3, 4. Who forgiveth all thine iniquity? who heals all thy diseases? who Redeemeth thy life from destruction [ yea from Eternal destruction ] who Crowneth thee with Lovingkindness and tender Mercies, Psalm 103.1, 2, 3, 4. q-crq vvz d po21 n1? q-crq vvz d po21 n2? q-crq vvz po21 n1 p-acp n1 [ uh p-acp j n1 ] r-crq vvz pno21 p-acp n1 cc j n2, np1 crd, crd, crd, crd (47) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 580
11374 SERMON XLIII. Psal. LXXIII. 12, 13, 14. Behold these are the ungodly who prosper in the world, they increase in riches. SERMON XLIII. Psalm LXXIII. 12, 13, 14. Behold these Are the ungodly who prosper in the world, they increase in riches. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd, crd, crd vvb d vbr dt j q-crq vvb p-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb p-acp n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 581
11375 Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands in innocency: For all the day long have I been plagued, and chastned every morning. Verily I have cleansed my heart in vain, and washed my hands in innocency: For all the day long have I been plagued, and chastened every morning. av-j pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp j, cc vvd po11 n2 p-acp n1: c-acp d dt n1 av-j vhb pns11 vbn vvn, cc vvn d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1147 Page 581
11376 I Am indeavouring (as I have before told you) to make the seemingly rough ways of Actual Providence plain, expounding to you the hard Chapters of Divine Providence; I Am endeavouring (as I have before told you) to make the seemingly rough ways of Actual Providence plain, expounding to you the hard Chapters of Divine Providence; pns11 vbm vvg (c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22) pc-acp vvi dt av-vvg j n2 pp-f j n1 j, vvg p-acp pn22 dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11377 I am still speaking to such questions as relate to distributive justice, considered as in the hand of Actual Providence; and here also I have already spoken to several things: I am still speaking to such questions as relate to distributive Justice, considered as in the hand of Actual Providence; and Here also I have already spoken to several things: pns11 vbm av vvg p-acp d n2 c-acp vvb p-acp j n1, vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; cc av av pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp j n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11378 I am now come to the last which I intend to speak to. I am now come to the last which I intend to speak to. pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt ord r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11379 It is the great question which hath posed the great Philosophers of the world, and hath made some of them deny the being of God; others deny the care and Providence of God, or at least restrain it to some particular objects; It is the great question which hath posed the great Philosophers of the world, and hath made Some of them deny the being of God; Others deny the care and Providence of God, or At least restrain it to Some particular objects; pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq vhz vvn dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, cc vhz vvn d pp-f pno32 vvi dt vbg pp-f n1; n2-jn vvb dt vvb cc n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp ds vvb pn31 p-acp d j n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11380 How it standeth with the justice of God to punish and chasten his own people, whiles in the mean time he suffereth the way of the wicked to prosper. How it Stands with the Justice of God to Punish and chasten his own people, while in the mean time he suffers the Way of the wicked to prosper. c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 d n1, cs p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt j pc-acp vvi. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11381 To handle this, I have made choice of this Text: To handle this, I have made choice of this Text: pc-acp vvi d, pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11382 it is no wonder that the greatest Philosophers have been posed here, when we find the most eminent servants of God whose names stand upon Sacred Record, at a loss to find out this riddle, it is no wonder that the greatest Philosophers have been posed Here, when we find the most eminent Servants of God whose names stand upon Sacred Record, At a loss to find out this riddle, pn31 vbz dx n1 cst dt js n2 vhb vbn vvn av, c-crq pns12 vvb dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1 rg-crq n2 vvb p-acp j n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av d n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11383 and finding it a sad temptation to them. You shall find that Job stumbled at it, Job 21.7. and Jeremy, though he humbly prefaceth his complaint, Jer. 12.1. with, Righteous art thou, O Lord, in thy judgements; and finding it a sad temptation to them. You shall find that Job stumbled At it, Job 21.7. and Jeremiah, though he humbly prefaceth his complaint, Jer. 12.1. with, Righteous art thou, Oh Lord, in thy Judgments; cc vvg pn31 dt j n1 p-acp pno32. pn22 vmb vvi d n1 vvn p-acp pn31, n1 crd. cc np1, c-acp pns31 av-j vvz po31 n1, np1 crd. p-acp, j n1 pns21, uh n1, p-acp po21 n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11384 yet he must, he must talk with God about his judgements in this thing. Habbakuk was also something disturbed at it, Hab. 1.13. Thou art of purer eyes than to endure any iniquity: yet he must, he must talk with God about his Judgments in this thing. Habakkuk was also something disturbed At it, Hab. 1.13. Thou art of Purer eyes than to endure any iniquity: av pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2 p-acp d n1. np1 vbds av pi vvn p-acp pn31, np1 crd. pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs p-acp vvb d n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 581
11403 The good things which a wicked man hath, can be only the good things of this life; The good things which a wicked man hath, can be only the good things of this life; dt j n2 r-crq dt j n1 vhz, vmb vbi j dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11385 wherefore lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy tongue when the wicked devoureth the man that is better than himself? In my Text you find the man according to Gods own heart stumbling also at this stone, you have an account of his fall by this temptation, from the first ver. to the 16. 2. His recovery of himself, vers. 17, 18, 19, 20. The Propositions which may be observed from this verse, are two. Wherefore Lookest thou upon them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy tongue when the wicked devoureth the man that is better than himself? In my Text you find the man according to God's own heart stumbling also At this stone, you have an account of his fallen by this temptation, from the First for. to the 16. 2. His recovery of himself, vers. 17, 18, 19, 20. The Propositions which may be observed from this verse, Are two. c-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, cc vv2 po21 n1 c-crq dt j vvz dt n1 cst vbz jc cs px31? p-acp po11 n1 pn22 vvb dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1 vvg av p-acp d n1, pn22 vhb dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp dt ord p-acp. p-acp dt crd crd po31 n1 pp-f px31, fw-la. crd, crd, crd, crd dt n2 r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, vbr crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1148 Page 582
11386 Prop. 1. That in this life ungodly men often prosper, and increase in riches, when in the mean time holy men are plagued and chastened. Prop. 1. That in this life ungodly men often prosper, and increase in riches, when in the mean time holy men Are plagued and chastened. np1 crd cst p-acp d n1 j n2 av vvi, cc vvi p-acp n2, c-crq p-acp dt j n1 j n2 vbr vvn cc vvn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1149 Page 582
11387 2. Prop. That this is often a temptation to the best of men, to think that they have cleansed their hearts in vain. 2. Prop. That this is often a temptation to the best of men, to think that they have cleansed their hearts in vain. crd np1 cst d vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi cst pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1150 Page 582
11388 I say first, God in this life doth often measure out prosperity to the worst, and afflictions to the best of men. I say First, God in this life does often measure out Prosperity to the worst, and afflictions to the best of men. pns11 vvb ord, np1 p-acp d n1 vdz av vvi av n1 p-acp dt js, cc n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1151 Page 582
11389 The truth of the Proposition as to matter of fact is evident, both from the Records of Scripture, The truth of the Proposition as to matter of fact is evident, both from the Records of Scripture, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1151 Page 582
11390 and the whole course of Divine Providence in the dispensations of it, as through all ages, and the Whole course of Divine Providence in the dispensations of it, as through all ages, cc dt j-jn n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, c-acp p-acp d n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1151 Page 582
11391 so in our present age, so as I shall not need spend any time in the proof of it. The Question is, so in our present age, so as I shall not need spend any time in the proof of it. The Question is, av p-acp po12 j n1, av c-acp pns11 vmb xx vvi vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. dt n1 vbz, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1151 Page 582
11392 Quest. How this is consistent with the Justice, Wisdom, or Goodness of God, that the ungodly should prosper in the world, Quest. How this is consistent with the justice, Wisdom, or goodness of God, that the ungodly should prosper in the world, n1. q-crq d vbz j p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cst dt j vmd vvi p-acp dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11393 and increase in riches, when his people are visited with afflictions every night, and chastned every morning? I shall add further, to make use of the most vile and wicked men in the world, to chasten those that are more righteous than they are. and increase in riches, when his people Are visited with afflictions every night, and chastened every morning? I shall add further, to make use of the most vile and wicked men in the world, to chasten those that Are more righteous than they Are. cc vvi p-acp n2, c-crq po31 n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2 d n1, cc vvn d n1? pns11 vmb vvi av-jc, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt av-ds j cc j n2 p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi d cst vbr av-dc j cs pns32 vbr. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11394 This was Davids case, Saul and Absolom, who (you know) were his great Enemies, were both most vile and wicked persons, This was Davids case, Saul and Absalom, who (you know) were his great Enemies, were both most vile and wicked Persons, d vbds np1 n1, np1 cc np1, r-crq (pn22 vvb) vbdr po31 j n2, vbdr av-d av-ds j cc j n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11395 and that which Habbakuk expresly complained of, Hab. 1.13. And sufferest the wicked to devour the man that is more righteous than he; and that which Habakkuk expressly complained of, Hab. 1.13. And sufferest the wicked to devour the man that is more righteous than he; cc cst r-crq np1 av-j vvd pp-f, np1 crd. cc vv2 dt j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11396 The Caldeans, a vile and wicked people, to devour the Jews, who were the only people God had upon the Earth at that time. The Chaldaeans, a vile and wicked people, to devour the jews, who were the only people God had upon the Earth At that time. dt njp2, dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt np2, r-crq vbdr dt j n1 np1 vhd p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11397 Here are three Questions to be spoken to: Here Are three Questions to be spoken to: av vbr crd n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1152 Page 582
11398 1. How it standeth with the Justice of God to measure out good things to the vilest and worst of men? 1. How it Stands with the justice of God to measure out good things to the Vilest and worst of men? crd c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av j n2 p-acp dt js cc js pp-f n2? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1153 Page 582
11399 2. How it standeth with the Justice and Goodness of God, by his Actual Providence to dispense out evil things to the best of men? 2. How it Stands with the justice and goodness of God, by his Actual Providence to dispense out evil things to the best of men? crd c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi av j-jn n2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1154 Page 582
11400 3. How it is consistent with the Justice of God, to suffer the wicked to devour the man that is more righteous than himself? 3. How it is consistent with the justice of God, to suffer the wicked to devour the man that is more righteous than himself? crd c-crq pn31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt j pc-acp vvi dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs n1? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1155 Page 583
11401 I will begin with the first, where we must enquire, 1. What good things wicked men have. I will begin with the First, where we must inquire, 1. What good things wicked men have. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord, c-crq pns12 vmb vvi, crd q-crq j n2 j n2 vhb. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11404 for the good things of another life, they have no part nor portion in that matter. 2. They can be none of the good things of grace, special grace; for the good things of Another life, they have no part nor portion in that matter. 2. They can be none of the good things of grace, special grace; p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, pns32 vhb dx n1 ccx n1 p-acp d n1. crd pns32 vmb vbi pix pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, j n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11405 they are without God, without Christ, without hope. they Are without God, without christ, without hope. pns32 vbr p-acp np1, p-acp np1, p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11406 Hence must follow, that the good things of which alone they are capable, are either bona corporis, the good things of the body; Hence must follow, that the good things of which alone they Are capable, Are either Bona corporis, the good things of the body; av vmb vvi, cst dt j n2 pp-f r-crq av-j pns32 vbr j, vbr d fw-la fw-la, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11407 such are life, health, strength, &c. or the good things of fortune, as the Heathens call them, such are riches, honours, pleasures, or the good things of the mind, such as are learning, wit, &c. These good things wicked men are capable of, the wicked may live, become old, be mighty in power, Job 21.7. such Are life, health, strength, etc. or the good things of fortune, as the heathens call them, such Are riches, honours, pleasures, or the good things of the mind, such as Are learning, wit, etc. These good things wicked men Are capable of, the wicked may live, become old, be mighty in power, Job 21.7. d vbr n1, n1, n1, av cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2-jn vvb pno32, d vbr n2, n2, n2, cc dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, d c-acp vbr vvg, n1, av np1 j n2 j n2 vbr j pp-f, dt j vmb vvi, vvb j, vbb j p-acp n1, np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11408 There may be no bands in their death, their strength may be firm, they may not be in trouble as other men, There may be no bans in their death, their strength may be firm, they may not be in trouble as other men, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n2 p-acp po32 n1, po32 n1 vmb vbi j, pns32 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1 c-acp j-jn n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11409 as the Psalmist speaketh here in this Psalm. Now this being first premised, I come strictly to speak to the Question. as the Psalmist speaks Here in this Psalm. Now this being First premised, I come strictly to speak to the Question. c-acp dt n1 vvz av p-acp d n1. av d vbg ord vvn, pns11 vvb av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1156 Page 583
11410 1. In the first place I desire that may be remembred, which in some of my former discourses I commended to your observation, That as adversity is not the portion of every child of God, 1. In the First place I desire that may be remembered, which in Some of my former discourses I commended to your observation, That as adversity is not the portion of every child of God, crd p-acp dt ord n1 pns11 vvb cst vmb vbi vvn, r-crq p-acp d pp-f po11 j n2 pns11 vvd p-acp po22 n1, cst p-acp n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11411 so prosperity is not the portion of every sinner: so Prosperity is not the portion of every sinner: av n1 vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11412 nay if you fix your eyes upon any certain number of good men that live up to the rule of Gods word, nay if you fix your eyes upon any certain number of good men that live up to the Rule of God's word, uh cs pn22 vvb po22 n2 p-acp d j n1 pp-f j n2 cst vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11413 and a like number of leud and wicked men, who live without a God in the world; and a like number of lewd and wicked men, who live without a God in the world; cc dt j n1 pp-f j cc j n2, r-crq vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11414 you will find that as to outward prosperity is on the side of them that fear God: you will find that as to outward Prosperity is on the side of them that Fear God: pn22 vmb vvi cst c-acp p-acp j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11415 Wisdom hath riches and honour in her hand, as well as grace and glory; Wisdom hath riches and honour in her hand, as well as grace and glory; n1 vhz n2 cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, c-acp av c-acp n1 cc n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11416 that which cheats us, is the odds that is in numbers betwixt men who fear God, that which cheats us, is the odds that is in numbers betwixt men who Fear God, cst r-crq vvz pno12, vbz dt n2 cst vbz p-acp n2 p-acp n2 r-crq n1 np1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11417 and such as fear him not, but fix your eye upon any number of certain persons on either side, and such as Fear him not, but fix your eye upon any number of certain Persons on either side, cc d c-acp vvb pno31 xx, cc-acp vvb po22 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp d n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11418 and you will see that Gods fulfilling of his promises to good men for the things of this life, such as health, long-life, riches, honour, &c. to such as fear him are not made in vain, and you will see that God's fulfilling of his promises to good men for the things of this life, such as health, long-life, riches, honour, etc. to such as Fear him Are not made in vain, cc pn22 vmb vvi d n2 vvg pp-f po31 n2 p-acp j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, d c-acp n1, n1, n2, n1, av p-acp d c-acp vvb pno31 vbr xx vvn p-acp j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11419 and the justification of Gods truth in them, doth not stand in need of those distinctions which we ordinarily make use of, they are only some that God prospereth. and the justification of God's truth in them, does not stand in need of those Distinctions which we ordinarily make use of, they Are only Some that God prospereth. cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pno32, vdz xx vvi p-acp n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns12 av-j vvb n1 pp-f, pns32 vbr av-j d cst np1 vvz. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1157 Page 583
11420 2. As there is no godly man but hath sin enough to justify in his afflictions; 2. As there is no godly man but hath since enough to justify in his afflictions; crd p-acp pc-acp vbz dx j n1 cc-acp vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1158 Page 583
11421 so there are many wicked men, who may have done some service for God, which will justify God in such rewardings of them. so there Are many wicked men, who may have done Some service for God, which will justify God in such rewardings of them. av a-acp vbr d j n2, r-crq vmb vhi vdn d n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f pno32. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1158 Page 583
11422 It is but just with God (as I have shewed you) for God to reward men for the service which they have done for God; It is but just with God (as I have showed you) for God to reward men for the service which they have done for God; pn31 vbz p-acp j p-acp np1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb vdn p-acp np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1158 Page 584
11424 3. I have shewed you, that God with the rewards of this life, doth often reward, 3. I have showed you, that God with the rewards of this life, does often reward, crd pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vdz av vvi, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11425 and with the punishments of this life doth often punish relations in their correlates; and with the punishments of this life does often Punish relations in their correlates; cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1 vdz av vvi n2 p-acp po32 n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11426 so God may reward, if not the person, for some service he hath done for God; so God may reward, if not the person, for Some service he hath done for God; av np1 vmb vvi, cs xx dt n1, p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz vdn p-acp np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11427 yet he may reward a Father, a Grandfather in the riches, and honour, and outward good things which the present sinner doth enjoy: yet he may reward a Father, a Grandfather in the riches, and honour, and outward good things which the present sinner does enjoy: av pns31 vmb vvi dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n2, cc n1, cc j j n2 r-crq dt j n1 vdz vvi: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11428 it was thus you know in the case of Jehu, the prosperity of Joash and Jeroboam, and another or two descended from Jehu, was but the reward which Jehu had for his service against the house of Ahab. But I have enlarged my discourse upon all these things before, it was thus you know in the case of Jehu, the Prosperity of Joash and Jeroboam, and Another or two descended from Jehu, was but the reward which Jehu had for his service against the house of Ahab. But I have enlarged my discourse upon all these things before, pn31 vbds av pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc np1, cc j-jn cc crd vvn p-acp np1, vbds p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. cc-acp pns11 vhb vvn po11 n1 p-acp d d n2 a-acp, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11429 and do only hint them here. 4. The good things of this life, are not truly good; and do only hint them Here. 4. The good things of this life, Are not truly good; cc vdb j n1 pno32 av. crd dt j n2 pp-f d n1, vbr xx av-j j; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1159 Page 584
11430 they are only called by us good, because of their gratefulness to our sense; they are in themselves but things of a middle nature, good or bad, they Are only called by us good, Because of their gratefulness to our sense; they Are in themselves but things of a middle nature, good or bad, pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pno12 j, c-acp pp-f po32 n1 p-acp po12 n1; pns32 vbr p-acp px32 p-acp n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1, j cc j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11431 as we use them well or ill. as we use them well or ill. c-acp pns12 vvb pno32 av cc j-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11432 It is the saying of Nierembergius (an acute Author, though a Jesuite), Fortunantur improbi larvatis hujus vitae bonis ad correctionem nostrae opinionis, It is the saying of nierembergius (an acute Author, though a Jesuit), Fortunantur Improbi larvatis hujus vitae bonis ad correctionem Nostrae opinionis, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 (dt j n1, cs dt np1), fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11433 ne putemus illa bona posthumae nostrae foelicitati comparanda. ne putemus illa Bona posthumae Nostrae foelicitati comparanda. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11434 Wicked men, saith he, are inriched with the specious good things of this life, to correct our judgments, that we may not judg that those things are worthy to be compared with that felicity, which we after this life shall enjoy. Wicked men, Says he, Are enriched with the specious good things of this life, to correct our Judgments, that we may not judge that those things Are worthy to be compared with that felicity, which we After this life shall enjoy. j n2, vvz pns31, vbr vvn p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f d n1, pc-acp vvi po12 n2, cst pns12 vmb xx vvb cst d n2 vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1, r-crq pns12 p-acp d n1 vmb vvi. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11435 The wiser Philosophers, in their disputes about the happiness of man in this life, which they rightly enough determined must lye in the enjoyments of the greatest good, The Wiser Philosophers, in their disputes about the happiness of man in this life, which they rightly enough determined must lie in the enjoyments of the greatest good, dt jc n2, p-acp po32 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1, r-crq pns32 av-jn av-d vvd vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt js j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11436 and their further quest, what that summum bonum was, determined it could not be the good things of the body, nor the good things of fortune (as they call them, we speaking more like Christians, call them the good things of Common Providence), and their further quest, what that summum bonum was, determined it could not be the good things of the body, nor the good things of fortune (as they call them, we speaking more like Christians, call them the good things of Common Providence), cc po32 jc n1, r-crq d fw-la fw-la vbds, vvd pn31 vmd xx vbi dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, ccx dt j n2 pp-f n1 (c-acp pns32 vvb pno32, pns12 vvg av-dc av-j np1, vvb pno32 dt j n2 pp-f j n1), (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11437 but at last determined (the wiser of them I mean) that it was the goods of the mind in conjunction with a competency, but At last determined (the Wiser of them I mean) that it was the goods of the mind in conjunction with a competency, cc-acp p-acp ord vvd (dt jc pp-f pno32 pns11 vvb) cst pn31 vbds dt n2-j pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11438 or a moderate portion of the good things of the other natures. or a moderate portion of the good things of the other nature's. cc dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11439 But Religion teacheth us to consider man in another notion than they by the conduct of meer natural reason could consider him, But Religion Teaches us to Consider man in Another notion than they by the conduct of mere natural reason could Consider him, p-acp n1 vvz pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp j-jn n1 cs pns32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j j n1 vmd vvi pno31, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11440 as a creature under an ordination to an eternal existence, and capable of an union with, and an enjoyment of God. as a creature under an ordination to an Eternal existence, and capable of an Union with, and an enjoyment of God. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc j pp-f dt n1 p-acp, cc dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11441 Now upon these two Hypotheses, it is impossible that the good things of this life should be vere bona, truly good things, Now upon these two Hypotheses, it is impossible that the good things of this life should be vere Bona, truly good things, av p-acp d crd n2, pn31 vbz j cst dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vmd vbi vvb fw-la, av-j j n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 584
11443 What is our inch of time to Eternity? Now all these things leave us in the very hour that our soul goes out into an eternal state; What is our inch of time to Eternity? Now all these things leave us in the very hour that our soul Goes out into an Eternal state; q-crq vbz po12 n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1? av d d n2 vvb pno12 p-acp dt j n1 cst po12 n1 vvz av p-acp dt j n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 585
11444 Riches, honours, pleasures, strength of body, &c. all leave us when the body dyeth. Riches, honours, pleasures, strength of body, etc. all leave us when the body Dies. n2, n2, n2, n1 pp-f n1, av d vvi pno12 c-crq dt n1 vvz. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1160 Page 585
11445 2. Again, While we are in the possession of our breath, all these things do signify just nothing to the felicity of the soul, which is far the better and nobler part of man: 2. Again, While we Are in the possession of our breath, all these things do signify just nothing to the felicity of the soul, which is Far the better and Nobler part of man: crd av, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, d d n2 vdb vvi av pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz av-j dt j cc jc n1 pp-f n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11446 the interest of the soul lyeth in its union and communion with God, to which none of these contribute any thing, the Interest of the soul lies in its Union and communion with God, to which none of these contribute any thing, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq pi pp-f d vvi d n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11447 so that the objection proceedeth upon an hypothesis that is meerly false; so that the objection Proceedeth upon an hypothesis that is merely false; av cst dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 cst vbz av-j j; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11448 it supposeth that God distributeth things truly and properly good to wicked men, he only distributeth such things to them as have a shew and appearance of good, such things as to their palats and sense are good, it Supposeth that God distributeth things truly and properly good to wicked men, he only distributeth such things to them as have a show and appearance of good, such things as to their palates and sense Are good, pn31 vvz cst np1 vvz n2 av-j cc av-j j p-acp j n2, pns31 av-j vvz d n2 p-acp pno32 c-acp vhb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j, d n2 c-acp p-acp po32 n2 cc n1 vbr j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11449 but have nothing of goodness in them, further than that they are a viaticum, things of necessary use to support us in our way to eternity, but have nothing of Goodness in them, further than that they Are a viaticum, things of necessary use to support us in our Way to eternity, p-acp vhi pix pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, av-jc cs cst pns32 vbr dt fw-la, n2 pp-f j n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp po12 n1 p-acp n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11450 and to uphold our beings in the world, while we are here doing the work which God hath given us to do, and finishing our course; and to uphold our beings in the world, while we Are Here doing the work which God hath given us to do, and finishing our course; cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vbr av vdg dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vdi, cc vvg po12 n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11451 and for that, what our Saviour said is true, Our life doth not lye in the abundance of that which we possess. and for that, what our Saviour said is true, Our life does not lie in the abundance of that which we possess. cc p-acp d, r-crq po12 n1 vvn vbz j, po12 n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d r-crq pns12 vvb. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1161 Page 585
11452 5. Though they be not things in themselves good, nor absolutely and compleatly good; 5. Though they be not things in themselves good, nor absolutely and completely good; crd cs pns32 vbb xx n2 p-acp px32 j, ccx av-j cc av-j j; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11453 yet having something of goodness in them, and a great goodness relative to the fancy, apprehension, yet having something of Goodness in them, and a great Goodness relative to the fancy, apprehension, av vhg pi pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt j n1 j p-acp dt n1, n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11454 and desires of sinners (for there be many that will say, Who will shew us any good)? understanding nothing else but corn, and Desires of Sinners (for there be many that will say, Who will show us any good)? understanding nothing Else but corn, cc n2 pp-f n2 (c-acp a-acp vbb d cst vmb vvi, r-crq vmb vvi pno12 d j)? vvg pix av cc-acp n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11455 and wine, and oyl, a long-life, an healthful body, a great estate, honour and power, &c. It is but equal that God should gratify their senses, and wine, and oil, a long-life, an healthful body, a great estate, honour and power, etc. It is but equal that God should gratify their Senses, cc n1, cc n1, dt n1, dt j n1, dt j n1, n1 cc n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp j-jn cst np1 vmd vvi po32 n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11456 and please them with some such things as they account the goods, the greatest goods, That they might not be without some experience of the riches of divine liberality and bounty. and please them with Some such things as they account the goods, the greatest goods, That they might not be without Some experience of the riches of divine liberality and bounty. cc vvb pno32 p-acp d d n2 c-acp pns32 vvb dt n2-j, dt js n2-j, cst pns32 vmd xx vbi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cc n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11457 God must be allowed to have a relation, unto the vilest men and women; God must be allowed to have a Relation, unto the Vilest men and women; np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1, p-acp dt js n2 cc n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11458 he is not indeed their Father by Adoption, but he is their Father by Creation. It is not reasonable that any of Gods Creatures, Absque ulla liberalitatis experientia elabantur, should go out of the world without some experience of the divine liberality and goodness. he is not indeed their Father by Adoption, but he is their Father by Creation. It is not reasonable that any of God's Creatures, Absque ulla liberalitatis experientia elabantur, should go out of the world without Some experience of the divine liberality and Goodness. pns31 vbz xx av po32 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp pns31 vbz po32 n1 p-acp n1. pn31 vbz xx j cst d pp-f npg1 n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11459 I remember it is said of Abraham, that for the Children he had by Concubines, he gave them portions, I Remember it is said of Abraham, that for the Children he had by Concubines, he gave them portions, pns11 vvb pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst p-acp dt n2 pns31 vhd p-acp ng1, pns31 vvd pno32 n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11460 and sent them away, Gen. 25.5. Abraham gave all that he had unto Isaac: and sent them away, Gen. 25.5. Abraham gave all that he had unto Isaac: cc vvd pno32 av, np1 crd. np1 vvd d cst pns31 vhd p-acp np1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 585
11461 but unto the sons of the concubines which Abraham had, Abraham gave gifts, and sent them away, &c. We may say the same of God, he gives grace and glory to his Isaacs, to the children of the promise; but unto the Sons of the concubines which Abraham had, Abraham gave Gifts, and sent them away, etc. We may say the same of God, he gives grace and glory to his Isaacs, to the children of the promise; cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 r-crq np1 vhd, np1 vvd n2, cc vvd pno32 av, av pns12 vmb vvi dt d pp-f np1, pns31 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp po31 np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11462 but as for others, he gives them gifts of the good things of this life; but as for Others, he gives them Gifts of the good things of this life; cc-acp c-acp p-acp n2-jn, pns31 vvz pno32 n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11463 festinat largiri, saith an acute Author, God makes hast to give out his largesses of mercy to them, Festinat largiri, Says an acute Author, God makes haste to give out his largesses of mercy to them, j fw-la, vvz dt j n1, np1 vvz n1 pc-acp vvi av po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11464 because they are not capable of the mercies of another life. Because they Are not capable of the Mercies of Another life. c-acp pns32 vbr xx j pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11465 God hath time in eternity to reward his Saints, but after this life he hath no time to give sinners any thing. God hath time in eternity to reward his Saints, but After this life he hath no time to give Sinners any thing. np1 vhz n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc-acp p-acp d n1 pns31 vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi n2 d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11466 And this appeareth the more reasonable, because the worst of men are not only Gods Creatures, And this appears the more reasonable, Because the worst of men Are not only God's Creatures, cc d vvz dt av-dc j, c-acp dt js pp-f n2 vbr xx av-j ng1 n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11467 but may be in some things Gods Servants, as the Assyrian and Nebuchadnezzar, and Cyrus were Gods Servants: but may be in Some things God's Servants, as the assyrian and Nebuchadnezzar, and Cyrus were God's Servants: cc-acp vmb vbi p-acp d n2 n2 n2, c-acp dt jp cc np1, cc npg1 vbdr npg1 n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11468 there are very few wicked men but God maketh some use of, if it be but to scourge his own people, there Are very few wicked men but God makes Some use of, if it be but to scourge his own people, a-acp vbr av d j n2 p-acp np1 vvz d n1 pp-f, cs pn31 vbi cc-acp pc-acp vvi po31 d n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11469 for that was the service which the Assyrian did God, Isa. 10. But this I have before spoken to more largely. for that was the service which the assyrian did God, Isaiah 10. But this I have before spoken to more largely. p-acp d vbds dt n1 r-crq dt jp vdd np1, np1 crd p-acp d pns11 vhb a-acp vvn p-acp av-dc av-j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1162 Page 586
11470 6. It is very reasonable, if we consider what there is in these good things of this life, which God giveth out to sinners, of the nature of means on Gods part, to allure and perswade them to turn unto him. 6. It is very reasonable, if we Consider what there is in these good things of this life, which God gives out to Sinners, of the nature of means on God's part, to allure and persuade them to turn unto him. crd pn31 vbz av j, cs pns12 vvb r-crq a-acp vbz p-acp d j n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq np1 vvz av p-acp n2, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp npg1 n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11471 The Apostle telleth us, That the goodness of God leadeth men to repentance, Rom. 2.4. It doth so ex natura sua, of its own nature, though through the wickedness of their heart, it but makes them worse; so Acts 14.17. The Apostle Telleth us, That the Goodness of God leads men to Repentance, Rom. 2.4. It does so ex Nature sua, of its own nature, though through the wickedness of their heart, it but makes them Worse; so Acts 14.17. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz n2 p-acp n1, np1 crd. pn31 vdz av fw-la fw-la fw-la, pp-f po31 d n1, cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, pn31 p-acp vvz pno32 av-jc; av n2 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11472 He left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, He left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, pns31 vvd xx px31 p-acp n1, p-acp cst pns31 vdd j, cc vvd pno12 vvi p-acp n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11473 and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness: and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness: cc j n2, vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1 cc n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11474 and this he did, vers. 16. to nations whom he suffered to walk in their own ways. and this he did, vers. 16. to Nations whom he suffered to walk in their own ways. cc d pns31 vdd, fw-la. crd p-acp n2 r-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11475 The business is not what these things prove eventually to sinners, so indeed they prove but snares to their souls, that is, accidentally through the misimprovement they make of them, by reason of the lust and corruption that is in their hearts: The business is not what these things prove eventually to Sinners, so indeed they prove but snares to their Souls, that is, accidentally through the misimprovement they make of them, by reason of the lust and corruption that is in their hearts: dt n1 vbz xx r-crq d n2 vvb av-j p-acp n2, av av pns32 vvb p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2, cst vbz, av-j p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pp-f pno32, p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 cst vbz p-acp po32 n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11476 nor is Gods intention and design in giving them the thing to be considered, but what they are in themselves, and of their own nature; nor is God's intention and Design in giving them the thing to be considered, but what they Are in themselves, and of their own nature; ccx vbz ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp vvg pno32 dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr p-acp px32, cc pp-f po32 d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11477 so they are things which they desire more than better things, which are grateful and pleasant to them, so they Are things which they desire more than better things, which Are grateful and pleasant to them, av pns32 vbr n2 r-crq pns32 vvb av-dc cs j n2, r-crq vbr j cc j p-acp pno32, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11478 and should therefore oblige them to serve, and please that God, who so gratifyeth and pleaseth them in things which they make their delight, and should Therefore oblige them to serve, and please that God, who so gratifyeth and Pleases them in things which they make their delight, cc vmd av vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc vvb cst np1, r-crq av vvz cc vvz pno32 p-acp n2 r-crq pns32 vvb po32 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11479 and the matter of their choice. and the matter of their choice. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1163 Page 586
11480 7. What in the last place, if we should say, that it is reasonable God should give them these things, 7. What in the last place, if we should say, that it is reasonable God should give them these things, crd q-crq p-acp dt ord n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi, cst pn31 vbz j np1 vmd vvi pno32 d n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 586
11481 as one expresseth it, In infortuniis apparatum; that if they will not use them to their own good and advantage, as one Expresses it, In infortuniis apparatum; that if they will not use them to their own good and advantage, c-acp pi vvz pn31, p-acp fw-la fw-la; d cs pns32 vmb xx vvi pno32 p-acp po32 d j cc n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 586
11482 yet they might give Gods glory an advantage by justifying him in their condemnation upon their abusing the goodness of God. yet they might give God's glory an advantage by justifying him in their condemnation upon their abusing the Goodness of God. av pns32 vmd vvi npg1 n1 dt n1 p-acp vvg pno31 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po32 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 587
11483 They tell us a story of Philip King of Macedon, and of some noble Romans, that they were wont to pray to their Idols, that they would mix their prosperity with some grains of adversity. They tell us a story of Philip King of Macedon, and of Some noble Romans, that they were wont to pray to their Idols, that they would mix their Prosperity with Some grains of adversity. pns32 vvb pno12 dt n1 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f np1, cc pp-f d j np1, cst pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmd vvi po32 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 587
11484 It is a dreadful speech, Luk. 6. Wo to you that are rich, for you have received your consolation. It is a dreadful speech, Luk. 6. Woe to you that Are rich, for you have received your consolation. pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd n1 p-acp pn22 cst vbr j, c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 587
11485 It is a saying of an ingenious Author, a Jesuite, It is a saying of an ingenious Author, a Jesuit, pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, dt np1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1164 Page 587
11486 Insignitur solum titulus opulentiae ad justitiam damnationis, quia licet ipsa crimen non sit multis fundatur criminibus, aut fundat multa; Insignitur solum titulus opulentiae ad justitiam damnationis, quia licet ipsa crimen non sit multis fundatur criminibus, Or fundat Multa; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1165 Page 587
11487 vel sceleribus paritur, vel scelera parturit — solitarius titulus fortunae infamis est, nisi aliquid pietatis agnomen purget; Merem. That is, vel sceleribus paritur, vel scelera parturit — solitarius titulus Fortunae infamis est, nisi Aliquid pietatis agnomen Purget; Merem. That is, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la — fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 fw-la, fw-la j fw-la fw-la fw-la; np1. cst vbz, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1165 Page 587
11488 Riches is only a famous title to justify God in the damnation of a sinner, Riches is only a famous title to justify God in the damnation of a sinner, n2 vbz av-j dt j n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11489 for though they in themselves be no crime, yet they are a building founded on many sins, for though they in themselves be no crime, yet they Are a building founded on many Sins, c-acp cs pns32 p-acp px32 vbi dx n1, av pns32 vbr dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11490 or they lay a foundation for many; or they lay a Foundation for many; cc pns32 vvd dt n1 p-acp d; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11491 they either are bred of many sins, or else they bring forth many — The title of outward prosperity alone, is an infamous title, they either Are bred of many Sins, or Else they bring forth many — The title of outward Prosperity alone, is an infamous title, pns32 d vbr vvn pp-f d n2, cc av pns32 vvb av d — dt n1 pp-f j n1 av-j, vbz dt j n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11492 if it hath not some addition of Piety. The wrath of God smoaked against the Israelites, whiles the flesh was betwixt their teeth. if it hath not Some addition of Piety. The wrath of God smoked against the Israelites, while the Flesh was betwixt their teeth. cs pn31 vhz xx d n1 pp-f n1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt np2, cs dt n1 vbds p-acp po32 n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11493 God tells them by the Prophet Hosea, chap. 13. v. 11. He gave them a King in his wrath. God tells them by the Prophet Hosea, chap. 13. v. 11. He gave them a King in his wrath. np1 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 np1, n1 crd n1 crd pns31 vvd pno32 dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11494 There is a wonderful wisdom of Divine Providence seen in the prosperity of sinners, their long-life, health, successes, riches, honours: There is a wondered Wisdom of Divine Providence seen in the Prosperity of Sinners, their long-life, health, Successes, riches, honours: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, po32 n1, n1, n2, n2, n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11495 for one of these two things follow; for one of these two things follow; c-acp crd pp-f d crd n2 vvb; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11496 some of them are by them made better, and brought home to God, as children by some slighty rewards are won unto their duty; Some of them Are by them made better, and brought home to God, as children by Some slighty rewards Are wone unto their duty; d pp-f pno32 vbr p-acp pno32 vvd j, cc vvd av-an p-acp np1, c-acp n2 p-acp d j n2 vbr vvn p-acp po32 n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11497 or if the Providence of God obtaineth not this effect, it faileth not in another, viz. The justification of God before Angels and men, in his righteous condemnation of them: or if the Providence of God obtaineth not this Effect, it Faileth not in Another, viz. The justification of God before Angels and men, in his righteous condemnation of them: cc cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz xx d n1, pn31 vvz xx p-acp j-jn, n1 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n2 cc n2, p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f pno32: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11498 He hath given them time to repent, and they repented not; He hath given them time to Repent, and they repented not; pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pns32 vvd xx; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11499 he hath given them mercies alluring them to their duty, but they have not been won by them; he hath given them Mercies alluring them to their duty, but they have not been wone by them; pns31 vhz vvn pno32 n2 vvg pno32 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vbn vvn p-acp pno32; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11500 he hath piped unto them, but they have not danced: he hath piped unto them, but they have not danced: pns31 vhz vvd p-acp pno32, cc-acp pns32 vhb xx vvn: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11635 Job 's faith in God, and love to God, was seen in his trusting in him, Job is faith in God, and love to God, was seen in his trusting in him, np1 vbz n1 p-acp np1, cc vvb p-acp np1, vbds vvn p-acp po31 n-vvg p-acp pno31, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11501 and thus much may serve to have justified the Providence of God, and shewed you the reasonableness of its motion, in the distribution of the good things of this life to sinners. and thus much may serve to have justified the Providence of God, and showed you the reasonableness of its motion, in the distribution of the good things of this life to Sinners. cc av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvd pn22 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1166 Page 587
11502 Quest. 2. It remains in the second place to shew you, how it consisteth with the righteousness and goodness of God to dispense out evil things to his own people. Quest. 2. It remains in the second place to show you, how it Consisteth with the righteousness and Goodness of God to dispense out evil things to his own people. n1. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt ord n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi av j-jn n2 p-acp po31 d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1167 Page 587
11503 Job complaineth of his sad tryals, and David, that he was visited every morning, and chastened every moment; Job Complaineth of his sad trials, and David, that he was visited every morning, and chastened every moment; np1 vvz pp-f po31 j n2, cc np1, cst pns31 vbds vvn d n1, cc vvn d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1167 Page 587
11504 and we see in our daily experience, that many are the tryals of the most righteous servants of God, and those of all sorts. and we see in our daily experience, that many Are the trials of the most righteous Servants of God, and those of all sorts. cc pns12 vvb p-acp po12 j n1, cst d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt av-ds j n2 pp-f np1, cc d pp-f d n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1167 Page 588
11505 1. I say in the first place, This is not the lot of all the servants of God, it is only the portion of some of them; some of those who fear God are rich, honourable, mighty in power, men of good estates, prospering in the world: 1. I say in the First place, This is not the lot of all the Servants of God, it is only the portion of Some of them; Some of those who Fear God Are rich, honourable, mighty in power, men of good estates, prospering in the world: crd pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, d vbz xx dt n1 pp-f d dt n2 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pno32; d pp-f d r-crq n1 np1 vbr j, j, j p-acp n1, n2 pp-f j n2, vvg p-acp dt n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1168 Page 588
11506 there was a rich Abraham, a rich Joseph, a great man in Egypt, and a rich Joseph of Arimathea; David, the man according to Gods own heart was a great Prince, there was a rich Abraham, a rich Joseph, a great man in Egypt, and a rich Joseph of Arimathea; David, the man according to God's own heart was a great Prince, pc-acp vbds dt j np1, dt j np1, dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc dt j np1 pp-f np1; np1, dt n1 vvg p-acp n2 d n1 vbds dt j n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1168 Page 588
11507 so was Solomon; nay, as I said before, were we not deceived by the odds in the number of Sinners and Saints, I doubt whether we should not find that God with the good things of this life, doth not more universally bless his own servants than he doth others. so was Solomon; nay, as I said before, were we not deceived by the odds in the number of Sinners and Saints, I doubt whither we should not find that God with the good things of this life, does not more universally bless his own Servants than he does Others. av vbds np1; uh, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp, vbdr pns12 xx vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2, pns11 vvb cs pns12 vmd xx vvi cst np1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f d n1, vdz xx av-dc av-j vvi po31 d n2 cs pns31 vdz ng2-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1168 Page 588
11508 2. Suppose that some, yea that many of the People of God in this world are tossed with tempests, and afflicted; 2. Suppose that Some, yea that many of the People of God in this world Are tossed with tempests, and afflicted; crd vvb cst d, uh cst d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1 vbr vvn p-acp n2, cc vvn; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11509 yet surely there is none of them but hath sin enough to justifie God in their punishments of this nature. yet surely there is none of them but hath since enough to justify God in their punishments of this nature. av av-j a-acp vbz pix pp-f pno32 cc-acp vhz n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11510 I have in my former discourses proved to you, that notwithstanding the satisfaction which Christ hath paid to the Justice of his Father, I have in my former discourses proved to you, that notwithstanding the satisfaction which christ hath paid to the justice of his Father, pns11 vhb p-acp po11 j n2 vvn p-acp pn22, cst p-acp dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11511 and the Covenant of Grace made betwixt Christ and his Father, on the behalf of his Elect, and the pardoning of their sins; yet it is consistent enough with Divine Justice, to punish the sins of Gods own People, with the afflictions and punishments of this life: and the Covenant of Grace made betwixt christ and his Father, on the behalf of his Elect, and the pardoning of their Sins; yet it is consistent enough with Divine justice, to Punish the Sins of God's own People, with the afflictions and punishments of this life: cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc dt vvg pp-f po32 n2; av pn31 vbz j av-d p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2 d n1, p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11512 they may be chastened of the Lord, that they may not be condemned with the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. they may be chastened of the Lord, that they may not be condemned with the world, 1 Cor. 11.32. pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, vvn np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11513 Now the most righteous man sinneth seven times a day; nor doth any know how often he offendeth: Now the most righteous man Sinneth seven times a day; nor does any know how often he offends: av dt av-ds j n1 vvz crd n2 dt n1; ccx vdz d vvi c-crq av pns31 vvz: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11514 and why should a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his iniquity? Lam. 3. 3. If you could imagine any person to have lived so innocently, as that he had not by his personal sins deserved those temporal afflictions with which God visiteth him; and why should a living man complain, a man for the punishment of his iniquity? Lam. 3. 3. If you could imagine any person to have lived so innocently, as that he had not by his personal Sins deserved those temporal afflictions with which God Visiteth him; cc q-crq vmd dt n-vvg n1 vvi, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? np1 crd crd cs pn22 vmd vvi d n1 pc-acp vhi vvn av av-jn, c-acp cst pns31 vhd xx p-acp po31 j n2 vvd d j n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz pno31; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1169 Page 588
11515 yet (as you have heard) God may visit the sins of Parents, of proparents, upon Children, and afflictions of this nature, may come upon good people, yet (as you have herd) God may visit the Sins of Parents, of Properants, upon Children, and afflictions of this nature, may come upon good people, av (c-acp pn22 vhb vvn) np1 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, pp-f n2, p-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f d n1, vmb vvi p-acp j n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1170 Page 588
11517 and this is but righteousness with God, as I have heretofore shewed you in a set discourse upon that Subject. and this is but righteousness with God, as I have heretofore showed you in a Set discourse upon that Subject. cc d vbz p-acp n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn22 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 p-acp d j-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1170 Page 588
11518 4. But there is yet a fourth thing, which I would speak to a little more fully in answer to this Question, 4. But there is yet a fourth thing, which I would speak to a little more Fully in answer to this Question, crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av dt ord n1, r-crq pns11 vmd vvi p-acp dt j av-dc av-j p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 588
11519 and that indeed takes away the Subject of the question upon the point. As I said of the good things of this life, they are not truly good, and that indeed Takes away the Subject of the question upon the point. As I said of the good things of this life, they Are not truly good, cc cst av vvz av dt j-jn pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1. p-acp pns11 vvd pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr xx av-j j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 588
11520 so I may say of the evil things of this life, they are not truly evil: as the other are but larvata bona, such things as have but a Vizard of goodness; so I may say of the evil things of this life, they Are not truly evil: as the other Are but larvata Bona, such things as have but a Vizard of Goodness; av pns11 vmb vvi pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f d n1, pns32 vbr xx av-j j-jn: p-acp dt j-jn vbr p-acp fw-la fw-la, d n2 c-acp vhb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 589
11521 so these are but larvata mala, such things as have but a shew and appearance of evil in them; so these Are but larvata mala, such things as have but a show and appearance of evil in them; av d vbr p-acp fw-la fw-la, d n2 c-acp vhb p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn p-acp pno32; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 589
11522 they are only sensible evils, and our senses do but cheat our Souls in judging them evil. they Are only sensible evils, and our Senses do but cheat our Souls in judging them evil. pns32 vbr av-j j n2-jn, cc po12 n2 vdb p-acp vvi po12 n2 p-acp vvg pno32 j-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 589
11523 This I will spend a little time to evince to you. This I will spend a little time to evince to you. d pns11 vmb vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1171 Page 589
11524 1. In the first place, These are not those things which desile the Soul. It was a saying of Augustines, There is a great deal of difference betwixt a mans being evil, and suffering evil. 1. In the First place, These Are not those things which desile the Soul. It was a saying of Augustine's, There is a great deal of difference betwixt a men being evil, and suffering evil. crd p-acp dt ord n1, d vbr xx d n2 r-crq n1 dt n1 pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f njp2, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt ng1 vbg j-jn, cc vvg j-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11525 Many a Soul is made better by affliction, none is made worse by it, unless it be by accident. Many a Soul is made better by affliction, none is made Worse by it, unless it be by accident. d dt n1 vbz vvn av-jc p-acp n1, pix vbz vvn av-jc p-acp pn31, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11526 Nothing but sin defileth a Soul: Nothing but since Defileth a Soul: pix p-acp n1 vvz dt n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11527 a man may be poor in this world yet rich in grace, he may have a sickly body, a man may be poor in this world yet rich in grace, he may have a sickly body, dt n1 vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 av j p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vhi dt j n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11528 yet an healthy Soul he may be ignoble in the world, yet have the honour to be called the Child of God; yet an healthy Soul he may be ignoble in the world, yet have the honour to be called the Child of God; av dt j n1 pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1, av vhb dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11529 those things alone are evil, which make the Soul filthy, and unclean in the sight of God. those things alone Are evil, which make the Soul filthy, and unclean in the sighed of God. d n2 av-j vbr j-jn, r-crq vvb dt n1 j, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11530 Afflictions tend to make the Soul white, to purge it and to cleanse it, they are therefore compared to fire, Afflictions tend to make the Soul white, to purge it and to cleanse it, they Are Therefore compared to fire, n2 vvb pc-acp vvi dt n1 j-jn, pc-acp vvi pn31 cc pc-acp vvi pn31, pns32 vbr av vvn p-acp n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11531 and help to make our faith to appear more precious than Gold that perisheth; and help to make our faith to appear more precious than Gold that Perishes; cc vvb pc-acp vvi po12 n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc j cs n1 cst vvz; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11532 they do not prejudice a Soul as to its grace, nor yet as to its glory; they do not prejudice a Soul as to its grace, nor yet as to its glory; pns32 vdb xx vvi dt n1 c-acp p-acp po31 n1, ccx av a-acp p-acp po31 n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11533 none was ever condemned by God because he was sickly or low in the world: Afflictions are only ingrateful to our sense grievous to our flesh; none was ever condemned by God Because he was sickly or low in the world: Afflictions Are only ingrateful to our sense grievous to our Flesh; pix vbds av vvn p-acp np1 c-acp pns31 vbds j cc av-j p-acp dt n1: n2 vbr av-j j p-acp po12 n1 j p-acp po12 n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11534 but as to our Soul and inward man, they touch it not, they do only sully the surface of a man, they do no injury to all to his better part. but as to our Soul and inward man, they touch it not, they do only sully the surface of a man, they do no injury to all to his better part. cc-acp c-acp p-acp po12 n1 cc j n1, pns32 vvb pn31 xx, pns32 vdb av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vdb dx n1 p-acp d p-acp po31 jc n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1172 Page 589
11535 This Argument is plain, what doth the Soul of a Christian no hurt is no evil. This Argument is plain, what does the Soul of a Christian no hurt is no evil. d n1 vbz j, q-crq vdz dt n1 pp-f dt njp dx n1 vbz dx n-jn. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1173 Page 589
11536 Why should I call that evil which neither ever did me any hurt nor ever will? Why should I call that evil which neither ever did me any hurt nor ever will? q-crq vmd pns11 vvi d n-jn r-crq av-dx av vdd pno11 d n1 ccx av n1? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1173 Page 589
11537 2. The Afflictions of this life are such things as the best of Gods people have chosen and preferred before the contrary supposed good. 2. The Afflictions of this life Are such things as the best of God's people have chosen and preferred before the contrary supposed good. crd dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr d n2 p-acp dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vhb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt j-jn j-vvn j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1174 Page 589
11692 and O mighty God thou hast established them for correction; and Oh mighty God thou hast established them for correction; cc uh j np1 pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11538 This is a piece of that answer which Salvian long since, gave to this difficulty of Providence. This is a piece of that answer which Salvian long since, gave to this difficulty of Providence. d vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq np1 av-j a-acp, vvd p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1174 Page 589
11539 Humiles sunt Religiosi? hoc volunt: pauperes sunt? pauperie delectantur? sine ambitione, ambitum respuunt; Humiles sunt Religiosi? hoc volunt: Paupers sunt? pauperie delectantur? sine ambition, ambitum respuunt; vvz fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la: n2 fw-la? n1 fw-la? fw-la n1, fw-la fw-la; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1175 Page 589
11540 in honore sunt? honorem respuunt: lugent? lugere gestiunt: infirmi sunt? infirmitate delectantur, Salvian. de Prov. Are good people (saith he) in a low condition? they desire to be so. in honore sunt? Honor respuunt: lugent? lugere gestiunt: infirmi sunt? Infirmity delectantur, Salvian. de Curae are good people (Says he) in a low condition? they desire to be so. p-acp fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la: fw-la? fw-la fw-la: fw-fr fw-la? vvb fw-la, np1. fw-fr np1 vbr j n1 (vvz pns31) p-acp dt j n1? pns32 vvb pc-acp vbi av. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1175 Page 589
11541 Are they poor? they are pleased with poverty; they without ambition refuse the objects of ambition, hunt not after great things. are they poor? they Are pleased with poverty; they without ambition refuse the objects of ambition, hunt not After great things. vbr pns32 j? pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1; pns32 p-acp n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, vvb xx p-acp j n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 589
11542 Are they without honour? they refuse the honours of this world. Do they mourn? they rejoyce to mourn. are they without honour? they refuse the honours of this world. Do they mourn? they rejoice to mourn. vbr pns32 p-acp n1? pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f d n1. vdb pns32 vvi? pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 589
11543 Are they weak? they triumph in their weakness, Heb. 11.24. are they weak? they triumph in their weakness, Hebrew 11.24. vbr pns32 j? pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1, np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11544 By faith Moses refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's daughter, chusing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, By faith Moses refused to be called the Son of Pharaoh's daughter, choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, p-acp n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, vvg av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11545 than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season, esteeming the reproach of Christ, greater riches than the treasures of Egypt. than to enjoy the pleasures of since for a season, esteeming the reproach of christ, greater riches than the treasures of Egypt. cs pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, jc n2 cs dt n2 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11546 The Apostle refused Simon Magus his mony, and that with a more than ordinary detestation. Agur indeed prayeth against extreme poverty, as a condition exposing him to temptation; The Apostle refused Simon Magus his money, and that with a more than ordinary detestation. Agur indeed Prayeth against extreme poverty, as a condition exposing him to temptation; dt n1 vvd np1 np1 po31 n1, cc cst p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1. vvb av vvz p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp dt n1 vvg pno31 p-acp n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11547 but he also upon the same account prayeth against Riches. Lord, saith he, give me neither poverty nor riches. but he also upon the same account Prayeth against Riches. Lord, Says he, give me neither poverty nor riches. cc-acp pns31 av p-acp dt d n1 vvz p-acp n2. n1, vvz pns31, vvb pno11 dx n1 ccx n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11548 Most glady (saith the blessed Apostle, 2 Cor. 12.10.) will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me; Most glady (Says the blessed Apostle, 2 Cor. 12.10.) will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of christ may rest upon me; ds j (vvz dt j-vvn n1, crd np1 crd.) vmb pns11 av-c vvb p-acp po11 n2, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno11; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11549 therefore I take pleasure in my infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christs sake, Therefore I take pleasure in my infirmities, in Reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in Distresses for Christ sake, av pns11 vvb n1 p-acp po11 n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2, p-acp n2 p-acp npg1 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11550 for when I am weak, then am I strong. for when I am weak, then am I strong. c-acp c-crq pns11 vbm j, av vbm pns11 j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11551 The Apostles sing in Prison, and rejoice that they are counted worthy to suffer for the name of Christ. The Apostles sing in Prison, and rejoice that they Are counted worthy to suffer for the name of christ. dt n2 vvb p-acp n1, cc vvb cst pns32 vbr vvn j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11552 The primitive Christians suffered joyfully the spoiling of their goods. The primitive Christians suffered joyfully the spoiling of their goods. dt j np1 vvd av-j dt vvg pp-f po32 n2-j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11553 No man chuseth what he apprehendeth evil, but those things the world call evils have very ordinarily been the choice of the best, No man chooseth what he apprehendeth evil, but those things the world call evils have very ordinarily been the choice of the best, dx n1 vvz r-crq pns31 vvz j-jn, cc-acp d n2 dt n1 vvi n2-jn vhb av av-j vbn dt n1 pp-f dt js, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11554 and most judicious servants of God. and most judicious Servants of God. cc av-ds j n2 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1176 Page 590
11555 3. How can those things be called evils, which have a tendency to make the man better. 3. How can those things be called evils, which have a tendency to make the man better. crd q-crq vmb d n2 vbb vvn n2-jn, r-crq vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av-jc. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11556 Afflictions both from Gods intention, and their own nature, have a tendency to the making of the Souls of Saints better. Afflictions both from God's intention, and their own nature, have a tendency to the making of the Souls of Saints better. n2 av-d p-acp ng1 n1, cc po32 d n1, vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11557 God intends them for that purpose, for they are his fatherly Providence for them; God intends them for that purpose, for they Are his fatherly Providence for them; np1 vvz pno32 p-acp d n1, c-acp pns32 vbr po31 j n1 p-acp pno32; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11578 I shall shew you that some of those things, which we call evils, have an influence upon all these. I shall show you that Some of those things, which we call evils, have an influence upon all these. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 cst d pp-f d n2, r-crq pns12 vvi n2-jn, vhb dt n1 p-acp d d. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1178 Page 591
11558 all those twigs which make up the rods with which God lasheth his people, grow out of the root and stock of Divine love. The rods with which God scourgeth Sinners, are gathered of a Tree that standeth upon the brink of the bottomless pit; all those twigs which make up the rods with which God lasheth his people, grow out of the root and stock of Divine love. The rods with which God scourges Sinners, Are gathered of a Tree that Stands upon the brink of the bottomless pit; d d n2 r-crq vvb a-acp dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, vvb av pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1. dt n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz n2, vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11559 but those with which God chastiseth his people, are gathered of a Tree that stands in the midst of the Paradise of God. but those with which God Chastiseth his people, Are gathered of a Tree that Stands in the midst of the Paradise of God. cc-acp d p-acp r-crq np1 vvz po31 n1, vbr vvn pp-f dt n1 cst vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11560 Nay afflictions have in themselves a tendency to better the Souls of Saints. They are but like a warm wall to the fruit-Tree, which makes the fruit fairer; Nay afflictions have in themselves a tendency to better the Souls of Saints. They Are but like a warm wall to the Fruit-tree, which makes the fruit Fairer; uh-x n2 vhb p-acp px32 dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. pns32 vbr p-acp av-j dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz dt n1 jc; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11561 you observe that young Children shoot out in sickness, you may observe the Saints too shooting out upon their afflictions; you observe that young Children shoot out in sickness, you may observe the Saints too shooting out upon their afflictions; pn22 vvb d j n2 vvb av p-acp n1, pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 av vvg av p-acp po32 n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11562 O how many of them have we seen shot out, in humility, in faith, in patience, in heavenly-mindedness, and contempt of the world, &c. It is a saying of Salvian upon this Argument, Ideo Sancti viri sunt infirmiores, Oh how many of them have we seen shot out, in humility, in faith, in patience, in Heavenly-mindedness, and contempt of the world, etc. It is a saying of Salvian upon this Argument, Ideo Sancti viri sunt infirmiores, uh c-crq d pp-f pno32 vhb pns12 vvn n1 av, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp n1, p-acp j, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, av pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11563 quia si fortes fuerint vix Sancti esse poterint. quia si forts fuerint vix Sancti esse poterint. fw-la fw-mi n2 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11564 Saints, saith he, are therefore weak, because it is an hard thing to be strong and Saints too: Saints, Says he, Are Therefore weak, Because it is an hard thing to be strong and Saints too: n2, vvz pns31, vbr av j, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j cc n2 av: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11565 we may say it is hard to be rich in Gold and Silver, and rich in grace too; we may say it is hard to be rich in Gold and Silver, and rich in grace too; pns12 vmb vvi pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbi j p-acp n1 cc n1, cc j p-acp n1 av; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11566 to be great in the world, and great with God too; to have an healthy body, and an healthy Soul too. to be great in the world, and great with God too; to have an healthy body, and an healthy Soul too. pc-acp vbi j p-acp dt n1, cc j p-acp np1 av; pc-acp vhi dt j n1, cc dt j n1 av. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 590
11567 It is true there is not an absolute inconsistency, betwixt worldly presperity and grace. Job and Abraham were rich, Joseph and Daniel were both honourable, and had great places; It is true there is not an absolute inconsistency, betwixt worldly presperity and grace. Job and Abraham were rich, Joseph and daniel were both honourable, and had great places; pn31 vbz j a-acp vbz xx dt j n1, p-acp j n1 cc n1. np1 cc np1 vbdr j, np1 cc np1 vbdr av-d j, cc vhd j n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11568 Our Saviour doth not say that it is simply impossible, for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God; Our Saviour does not say that it is simply impossible, for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God; po12 n1 vdz xx vvi cst pn31 vbz av-j j, p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11569 but he saith, It is easier for a Camel to go through the Eye of a needle, but he Says, It is Easier for a Camel to go through the Eye of a needle, cc-acp pns31 vvz, pn31 vbz jc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11570 than for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God. than for a rich man to enter into the Kingdom of God. cs p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11571 Let the word be understood of the beast called a Camel, or for a Cable-rope, and by the Eye of a Needle, whether you understand what we call so, Let the word be understood of the beast called a Camel, or for a Cable-rope, and by the Eye of a Needle, whither you understand what we call so, vvb dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f dt n1 vvd dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cs pn22 vvb r-crq pns12 vvb av, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11572 or a gate, a little gate in Hierusalem which some say had that name; or a gate, a little gate in Jerusalem which Some say had that name; cc dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp np1 r-crq d n1 vhd d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11573 It is not simply impossible for a Camel, or a Cable rope to pass through the Eye of a Needle: It is not simply impossible for a Camel, or a Cable rope to pass through the Eye of a Needle: pn31 vbz xx av-j j p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11574 it is a thing may be done, if you cut the one into pieces small enough, or sufficiently untwist the other; it is a thing may be done, if you Cut the one into Pieces small enough, or sufficiently untwist the other; pn31 vbz dt n1 vmb vbi vdn, cs pn22 vvb dt crd p-acp n2 j av-d, cc av-j vvi dt j-jn; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11575 but it asks a great deal of labour, it must be done with a great deal of difficulty. but it asks a great deal of labour, it must be done with a great deal of difficulty. cc-acp pn31 vvz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1177 Page 591
11576 There are three things in which the felicity of the Soul lieth, 1. In its favour with God. There Are three things in which the felicity of the Soul lies, 1. In its favour with God. pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz, crd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1178 Page 591
11577 2. In its conformation to God. 3. In its beatifical vision of God. 2. In its conformation to God. 3. In its beatifical vision of God. crd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1. crd p-acp po31 j n1 pp-f np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1178 Page 591
11579 1. They do indeed none of them merit the love and favour of God, but they are testimonies and indications of this love, and this is eminently true of such as are sufferings for the name of Christ: the Apostle speaketh of Afflictions in general, whom he loveth he chasteneth, 1. They do indeed none of them merit the love and favour of God, but they Are testimonies and indications of this love, and this is eminently true of such as Are sufferings for the name of christ: the Apostle speaks of Afflictions in general, whom he loves he Chasteneth, crd pns32 vdb av pix pp-f pno32 vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 pp-f d n1, cc d vbz av-j j pp-f d c-acp vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: dt n1 vvz pp-f n2 p-acp n1, r-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11580 and scourgeth every Child whom he receiveth. and scourges every Child whom he receives. cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11581 Christ saith particularly of the sufferings of his people for him, They shall turn unto you for a testimony, Luk. 21.13. christ Says particularly of the sufferings of his people for him, They shall turn unto you for a testimony, Luk. 21.13. np1 vvz av-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pno31, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11582 And the blessed Apostle, 2 Thes. 1.5. And the blessed Apostle, 2 Thebes 1.5. cc dt j-vvn n1, crd np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11583 saith of them, that they are manifest tokens of the righteous judgment of God, that, saith he, you may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which you suffer. Says of them, that they Are manifest tokens of the righteous judgement of God, that, Says he, you may be counted worthy of the Kingdom of God, for which you suffer. vvz pp-f pno32, cst pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst, vvz pns31, pn22 vmb vbi vvn j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp r-crq pn22 vvb. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11584 It is a saying of Salvian; Quis tam profundi Cordis, &c. He means, who is so shallow as to think that the rewards of the Saints are carnes & fortitudines, abundance of the good things of this life; It is a saying of Salvian; Quis tam profundi Cordis, etc. He means, who is so shallow as to think that the rewards of the Saints Are carnes & fortitudines, abundance of the good things of this life; pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1; fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av pns31 vvz, r-crq vbz av j c-acp pc-acp vvi cst dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vbr zz cc n1, n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11585 the love of God, saith he, is seen in higher things than these, and in things of a quite different nature from these. the love of God, Says he, is seen in higher things than these, and in things of a quite different nature from these. dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pns31, vbz vvn p-acp jc n2 cs d, cc p-acp n2 pp-f dt av j n1 p-acp d. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11586 It is a passage of Augustine, Surgunt procellae hujus stagni, vides malos florere, bonos laborare, tentatio est, fluctus est, It is a passage of Augustine, Surgunt Procellae hujus stagni, vides Malos florere, bonos laborare, Tentatio est, Fluctus est, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11587 & dicit anima tua, O Deus! Deus! Haeccine est justitiae tua, ut mali floreant, & boni laborent: & dicit anima tua, O Deus! Deus! Haeccine est justitiae tua, ut mali floreant, & boni laborent: cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la! np1! np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 591
11588 Deus tibi respondet, Haeccine est fides tua? Haeccine tibi promisi, aut ad hoc factus es Christanus, ut in saculo floreres? Aug. in Psal. 25. The storms (saith he) of this Pit arise, you see sinners flourish and Saints in adversity, this is a temptation; Deus tibi Respondet, Haeccine est fides tua? Haeccine tibi promisi, Or ad hoc factus es Christianus, ut in saculo floreres? Aug. in Psalm 25. The storms (Says he) of this Pit arise, you see Sinners flourish and Saints in adversity, this is a temptation; fw-la fw-la fw-la, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la np1, fw-la p-acp fw-la n2? np1 p-acp np1 crd dt n2 (vvz pns31) pp-f d n1 vvi, pn22 vvb n2 vvi cc n2 p-acp n1, d vbz dt n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 592
11589 it is a wave, and your Soul says, O God! O God! Is this thy Justice, That Sinners should prosper, it is a wave, and your Soul Says, Oh God! Oh God! Is this thy justice, That Sinners should prosper, pn31 vbz dt n1, cc po22 n1 vvz, uh np1 uh np1 vbz d po21 n1, cst n2 vmd vvi, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 592
11590 and thy Saints should be oppressed? God answereth thee, is this thy faith? wert thou made a Christian for this that thou shouldest flourish in this life? and thy Saints should be oppressed? God Answers thee, is this thy faith? Wertenberg thou made a Christian for this that thou Shouldst flourish in this life? cc po21 n2 vmd vbi vvn? np1 vvz pno21, vbz d po21 n1? vbd2r pns21 vvn dt njp p-acp d cst pns21 vmd2 vvi p-acp d n1? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1179 Page 592
11591 It was the rich glutton in the Gospel, who had his good things in this life. Gods Lazarus had evil things; It was the rich glutton in the Gospel, who had his good things in this life. God's Lazarus had evil things; pn31 vbds dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vhd po31 j n2 p-acp d n1. npg1 np1 vhd j-jn n2; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1180 Page 592
11592 far be it from us, saith Salvian, to think that an Argument of Gods neglect of us, which is an Argument of Gods further love to us. Far be it from us, Says Salvian, to think that an Argument of God's neglect of us, which is an Argument of God's further love to us. av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno12, vvz np1, pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f pno12, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 jc n1 p-acp pno12. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1180 Page 592
11593 2. Doth the happiness of a Soul lie in its conformation to God? to the image of his Son? (as the Apostle speaketh) Afflictions highly conduce to this end. 2. Does the happiness of a Soul lie in its conformation to God? to the image of his Son? (as the Apostle speaks) Afflictions highly conduce to this end. crd vdz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? (c-acp dt n1 vvz) n2 av-j vvi p-acp d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1181 Page 592
11594 1. This is peculiarly true of such Afflictions as a Christian suffers for the gospel and for the name of the Lord Jesus; 1. This is peculiarly true of such Afflictions as a Christian suffers for the gospel and for the name of the Lord jesus; crd d vbz av-j j pp-f d n2 p-acp dt njp vvz p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1182 Page 592
11595 and therefore the Apostle triumpheth in this, 1 Phil. 20. That Christ should be magnified in his body, whether by life or death; and Therefore the Apostle Triumpheth in this, 1 Philip 20. That christ should be magnified in his body, whither by life or death; cc av dt n1 vvz p-acp d, crd np1 crd cst np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, cs p-acp n1 cc n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1182 Page 592
11596 and therefore speaks of his sufferings of this nature, as the matter of his expectation, his hope, his boldness, and Therefore speaks of his sufferings of this nature, as the matter of his expectation, his hope, his boldness, cc av vvz pp-f po31 n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1182 Page 592
11597 and what he was confident he should not be ashamed of: and he prayeth for a fellowship with Christ in his sufferings, Phil. 3.12. Ignatius is reported after all his sufferings to have said, Now I begin to be a disciple. and what he was confident he should not be ashamed of: and he Prayeth for a fellowship with christ in his sufferings, Philip 3.12. Ignatius is reported After all his sufferings to have said, Now I begin to be a disciple. cc r-crq pns31 vbds j pns31 vmd xx vbi j pp-f: cc pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd. np1 vbz vvn p-acp d po31 n2 pc-acp vhi vvn, av pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi dt n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1182 Page 592
11598 Now (saith Anthony Person a Martyr of our own Nation) I am dressed like a Souldier of Christ, when he had put some of the straw that was prepared to kindle the wood which was to burn him, on the top of his Head. Now (Says Anthony Person a Martyr of our own nation) I am dressed like a Soldier of christ, when he had put Some of the straw that was prepared to kindle the wood which was to burn him, on the top of his Head. av (vvz np1 n1 dt n1 pp-f po12 d n1) pns11 vbm vvn av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vhd vvn d pp-f dt n1 cst vbds vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 (48) sermon (DIV3) 1182 Page 592
11599 2. But, All sorts of afflictions have an influence upon the Soul to make it more like to the Lord Jesus Christ. 2. But, All sorts of afflictions have an influence upon the Soul to make it more like to the Lord jesus christ. crd p-acp, d n2 pp-f n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av-dc av-j p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11600 Sufferings in the flesh for Christs sake make us conformable to Christs flesh, to Christ in his state of humiliation, to Christ upon the Cross, Sufferings in the Flesh for Christ sake make us conformable to Christ Flesh, to christ in his state of humiliation, to christ upon the Cross, n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp npg1 n1 vvb pno12 j p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11601 but all the Afflictions of the Saints conduce to make them like unto the Lord Jesus Christ in his holiness, but all the Afflictions of the Saints conduce to make them like unto the Lord jesus christ in his holiness, cc-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt n2 vvi pc-acp vvi pno32 av-j p-acp dt n1 np1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11602 and purity, that now belongeth unto Christ, and is inseparable from him in his estate of glory, and exaltation: and purity, that now belongeth unto christ, and is inseparable from him in his estate of glory, and exaltation: cc n1, cst av vvz p-acp np1, cc vbz j p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, cc n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11603 in that he died, he died once and but once, and shall hang on the Cross no more, wear a Crown of thorns no more, in that he died, he died once and but once, and shall hang on the Cross no more, wear a Crown of thorns no more, p-acp cst pns31 vvd, pns31 vvd a-acp cc p-acp a-acp, cc vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 av-dx av-dc, vvb dt n1 pp-f n2 av-dx av-dc, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11604 but his purity and holiness, that is essential to him: now the Afflictions of Gods people make them like unto Christ in this. but his purity and holiness, that is essential to him: now the Afflictions of God's people make them like unto christ in this. cc-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cst vbz j p-acp pno31: av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 vvi pno32 av-j p-acp np1 p-acp d. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11605 This is an argument which I have had occasion before to touch upon, and therefore I shall be the shorter in it now. This is an argument which I have had occasion before to touch upon, and Therefore I shall be the shorter in it now. d vbz dt n1 r-crq pns11 vhb vhn n1 a-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc av pns11 vmb vbi dt jc p-acp pn31 av. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1183 Page 592
11606 1. They wonderfully conduce to take the hearts of the people of God off from the Earth, 1. They wonderfully conduce to take the hearts of the people of God off from the Earth, crd pns32 av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11607 and to six them upon Heaven. and to six them upon Heaven. cc p-acp crd pno32 p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11608 Poverty takes off the heart from the love of riches, and delivereth it from an evil covetousness; Poverty Takes off the heart from the love of riches, and Delivereth it from an evil covetousness; np1-n vvz a-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11609 sickness weaneth the Soul from the love of this life. Now holiness lieth so much in the Sequestration of the heart from the world, that in Greek, an holy man signifies a man that is not earthly. sickness weaneth the Soul from the love of this life. Now holiness lies so much in the Sequestration of the heart from the world, that in Greek, an holy man signifies a man that is not earthly. n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. av n1 vvz av av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cst p-acp jp, dt j n1 vvz dt n1 cst vbz xx j. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11610 it is an hard thing for a man to be possessed of much of the Earth, it is an hard thing for a man to be possessed of much of the Earth, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d pp-f dt n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11611 and not to have his heart buried in it: and not to have his heart buried in it: cc xx pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp pn31: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11612 it is true we should rejoyce as if we rejoyced not, and possess as if we possessed not; it is true we should rejoice as if we rejoiced not, and possess as if we possessed not; pn31 vbz j pns12 vmd vvi c-acp cs pns12 vvd xx, cc vvb c-acp cs pns12 vvd xx; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11613 but this is an hard saying to flesh and blood, Who is there almost who can hear, who can learn it? how rare is that Soul which liveth in the full fruition of the things of this life, that can yet keep his heart loose from them, but this is an hard saying to Flesh and blood, Who is there almost who can hear, who can Learn it? how rare is that Soul which lives in the full fruition of the things of this life, that can yet keep his heart lose from them, p-acp d vbz dt av-j vvg p-acp n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz a-acp av q-crq vmb vvi, r-crq vmb vvi pn31? q-crq j vbz d n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n1, cst vmb av vvi po31 n1 vvi p-acp pno32, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11633 Hope which is seen is no hope, but if we hope for that which we see not, Hope which is seen is no hope, but if we hope for that which we see not, n1 r-crq vbz vvn vbz dx n1, cc-acp cs pns12 vvb p-acp d r-crq pns12 vvb xx, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11614 and sequestred for God? Prosperity, plenty, a great affluence of the good things of this life are as birdlime to a Souls wings, and sequestered for God? Prosperity, plenty, a great affluence of the good things of this life Are as birdlime to a Souls wings, cc vvn p-acp np1? n1, n1, dt j n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1 vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11615 and keep it from mounting up to God. and keep it from mounting up to God. cc vvb pn31 p-acp vvg a-acp p-acp np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11616 I remember it is a saying of Salvian, Repugnanti corporis valetudine quae optamus facere non facimus; I Remember it is a saying of Salvian, Repugnanti corporis valetudine Quae optamus facere non facimus; pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f np1, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11617 many a time, the want of strength, and health in our bodies, hindreth us from doing that sin which we have a mind to commit. many a time, the want of strength, and health in our bodies, hindereth us from doing that since which we have a mind to commit. d dt n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp po12 n2, vvz pno12 p-acp vdg d n1 r-crq pns12 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11618 The great enjoyments of the world are not only the things which make men unwilling to die, The great enjoyments of the world Are not only the things which make men unwilling to die, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx av-j dt n2 r-crq vvb n2 j pc-acp vvi, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11619 but both they, and the great businesses and employments of the world, are those things which keep Christians fettered; but both they, and the great businesses and employments of the world, Are those things which keep Christians fettered; cc-acp d pns32, cc dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr d n2 r-crq vvb np1 vvn; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11620 they cannot pray, they cannot wait upon God in ordinances, they cannot fast, they cannot solemnly worship God as others less intangled can: they cannot pray, they cannot wait upon God in ordinances, they cannot fast, they cannot solemnly worship God as Others less entangled can: pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2, pns32 vmbx vvi, pns32 vmbx av-j vvi np1 p-acp n2-jn av-dc j-vvn n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11621 amongst other advantages therefore of a poor and afflicted state an ingenious Author reckons this for one, he saith it is puritatis condimentum, the pickle of purity and holiness. among other advantages Therefore of a poor and afflicted state an ingenious Author reckons this for one, he Says it is puritatis condimentum, the pickle of purity and holiness. p-acp j-jn n2 av pp-f dt j cc j-vvn n1 dt j n1 vvz d p-acp crd, pns31 vvz pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11622 They are the very salt of the Earth, without which the best of men would putrify in their full enjoyment. They Are the very salt of the Earth, without which the best of men would putrify in their full enjoyment. pns32 vbr dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt js pp-f n2 vmd vvi p-acp po32 j n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11623 They are (you know) sharp, and acrimonious things, that are the Enemies to putrefaction: They Are (you know) sharp, and acrimonious things, that Are the Enemies to putrefaction: pns32 vbr (pn22 vvb) j, cc j n2, cst vbr dt n2 p-acp n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11624 salt seasoneth things, vinegar makes a good pickle preservative of things Sugar quickly corrupteth. It is true there are too too many that have little enough of these things, salt seasoneth things, vinegar makes a good pickle preservative of things Sugar quickly corrupteth. It is true there Are too too many that have little enough of these things, n1 vvz n2, n1 vvz dt j n1 n1 pp-f n2 n1 av-j vvz. pn31 vbz j pc-acp vbr av av d cst vhb j av-d pp-f d n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11625 and as little of any gracious habits, poverty, and afflictions will not give grace; and as little of any gracious habits, poverty, and afflictions will not give grace; cc p-acp j pp-f d j n2, n1, cc n2 vmb xx vvi n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11626 but that is a rare Christian that abounds with the affluences of this life, and yet keepeth his integrity, is as pure, but that is a rare Christian that abounds with the affluences of this life, and yet Keepeth his integrity, is as pure, cc-acp d vbz dt j njp cst vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, cc av vvz po31 n1, vbz a-acp j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11627 as holy, as full of duty, as others who have less of this worlds goods; they are no fountains of grace, but they are great preservatives of it. as holy, as full of duty, as Others who have less of this world's goods; they Are no fountains of grace, but they Are great preservatives of it. c-acp j, c-acp j pp-f n1, c-acp n2-jn r-crq vhi dc pp-f d ng1 n2-j; pns32 vbr dx n2 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f pn31. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1184 Page 593
11628 2. Nay this is not all; 2. Nay this is not all; crd uh-x d vbz xx d; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11629 in the second place, they conduce much to the improvements of grace, especially of faith and patience. in the second place, they conduce much to the improvements of grace, especially of faith and patience. p-acp dt ord n1, pns32 vvi av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, av-j pp-f n1 cc n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11630 They are two habits of grace, that like Solomons brother and friend are made for adversity. They Are two habits of grace, that like Solomons brother and friend Are made for adversity. pns32 vbr crd n2 pp-f n1, cst av-j np1 n1 cc n1 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11631 Tribulatio patientiae Robur operatur, patientia fidei probationem parit. Tribulation addeth to the strength of patience; and patience bringeth forth the tryal of Faith. Tribulatio patientiae Robur operatur, patientia fidei probationem parit. Tribulation adds to the strength of patience; and patience brings forth the trial of Faith. fw-la fw-la np1 fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1. n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; cc n1 vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11632 If the people of God never met with affliction, how should the trial of their faith appear more pretious than that of Gold which perisheth? How should their patience have its perfect work? Faith is never seen till we be out of sight of the thing which we pretend to trust God for. If the people of God never met with affliction, how should the trial of their faith appear more precious than that of Gold which Perishes? How should their patience have its perfect work? Faith is never seen till we be out of sighed of the thing which we pretend to trust God for. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vvd p-acp n1, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 vvi av-dc j cs d pp-f n1 r-crq vvz? q-crq vmd po32 n1 vhb po31 j n1? n1 vbz av-x vvn c-acp pns12 vbb av pp-f n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11634 then do we with patience wait for it. then do we with patience wait for it. av vdb pns12 p-acp n1 vvi p-acp pn31. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11636 and adhering to him while God seemed to be killing of him. Practical habits are improved by exercise. and adhering to him while God seemed to be killing of him. Practical habits Are improved by exercise. cc vvg p-acp pno31 n1 np1 vvd pc-acp vbi vvg pp-f pno31. j n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11637 The Souls of the Saints ordinarily come out of their trials, more strong in faith, more confirmed in hope, more exercised in patience, more flaming in love to God; The Souls of the Saints ordinarily come out of their trials, more strong in faith, more confirmed in hope, more exercised in patience, more flaming in love to God; dt n2 pp-f dt n2 av-jn vvn av pp-f po32 n2, av-dc j p-acp n1, av-dc vvn p-acp n1, av-dc vvn p-acp n1, av-dc j-vvg p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11638 how then shall we call those things evils which instead of depraving the Soul and making it worse, do tend to the improvement of the Soul and making of it better? how then shall we call those things evils which instead of depraving the Soul and making it Worse, do tend to the improvement of the Soul and making of it better? c-crq av vmb pns12 vvi d n2 n2-jn r-crq av pp-f vvg dt n1 cc vvg pn31 jc, vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc vvg pp-f pn31 j? (48) sermon (DIV3) 1185 Page 593
11639 3. Lastly, the highest good which the Soul is capable of is, the beatifical vision, and enjoyment of God to all Eternity. 3. Lastly, the highest good which the Soul is capable of is, the beatifical vision, and enjoyment of God to all Eternity. crd ord, dt js j r-crq dt n1 vbz j pp-f vbz, dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11640 To this the low estate of the people of God doth exceedingly conduce, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our light Affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. To this the low estate of the people of God does exceedingly conduce, 2 Cor. 4.17. Our Light Affliction, which is but for a moment, works for us a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory. p-acp d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vdz av-vvg vvi, crd np1 crd. po12 j n1, r-crq vbz p-acp p-acp dt n1, vvz p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11641 Those who shall sit with God upon thrones, are those which continue with him in tribulations. Those who shall fit with God upon thrones, Are those which continue with him in tribulations. d r-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n2, vbr d r-crq vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp n2. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11642 The great multitude which St. John saw, Rev. 7.9, 10, 11, 12, 13. which no man could number, of all Nations, kindreds, people, The great multitude which Saint John saw, Rev. 7.9, 10, 11, 12, 13. which no man could number, of all nations, kindreds, people, dt j n1 r-crq n1 np1 vvd, n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd r-crq dx n1 vmd vvi, pp-f d n2, n2, n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11643 and tongues, which stood before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes and palms in their hands, upon inquiry were found to be those who came out of great tribulation, and tongues, which stood before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes and palms in their hands, upon inquiry were found to be those who Come out of great tribulation, cc n2, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 cc p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp n1 vbdr vvn pc-acp vbi d r-crq vvd av pp-f j n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11644 and had washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb, v. 14. Our sufferings in this life do not merit glory, and had washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb, v. 14. Our sufferings in this life do not merit glory, cc vhd vvn po32 n2, cc vvd pno32 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, n1 crd po12 n2 p-acp d n1 vdb xx vvi n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11645 alas there is no perfection in our suffering, and sufferings are but our duty; alas there is no perfection in our suffering, and sufferings Are but our duty; uh a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc n2 vbr p-acp po12 n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11646 nor is there any proportion, betwixt light and momentany afflictions, and a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; nor is there any proportion, betwixt Light and momentany afflictions, and a Far more exceeding and Eternal weight of glory; ccx vbz pc-acp d n1, p-acp j cc n1 n2, cc dt av-j av-dc j-vvg cc j n1 pp-f n1; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11647 but they work for us a far more exceeding weight of glory. Thou art mistaken then, O Christian in thy Judgment. but they work for us a Far more exceeding weight of glory. Thou art mistaken then, Oh Christian in thy Judgement. cc-acp pns32 vvb p-acp pno12 av av-j av-dc j-vvg n1 pp-f n1. pns21 vb2r vvn av, uh np1 p-acp po21 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 593
11648 God doth not (as thou dreamest) distribute good things to his Enemies, nor yet evil things to his friends: God does not (as thou dreamest) distribute good things to his Enemies, nor yet evil things to his Friends: np1 vdz xx (c-acp pns21 vv2) vvi j n2 p-acp po31 n2, ccx av j-jn n2 p-acp po31 n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 594
11649 the business is no more than this, Deus per ficta mala punit suos, & per larvata bona impios remunerat. Nierem. the business is no more than this, Deus per ficta mala punit suos, & per larvata Bona Impious remunerate. Nierem. dt n1 vbz av-dx av-dc cs d, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi vvi. np1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 594
11650 God indeed by things in appearance good rewardeth wicked men, and by things in appearance evil he punisheth those that are his own people. God indeed by things in appearance good Rewardeth wicked men, and by things in appearance evil he Punisheth those that Are his own people. np1 av p-acp n2 p-acp n1 j vvz j n2, cc p-acp n2 p-acp n1 j-jn pns31 vvz d cst vbr po31 d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1186 Page 594
11651 Nor let any one think to quibble here, as if God mocked either the one or the other, Nor let any one think to quibble Here, as if God mocked either the one or the other, ccx vvb d crd vvb p-acp n1 av, c-acp cs np1 vvd d dt crd cc dt n-jn, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11652 for although these things which the wicked enjoy, are not real and substantial good things; yet as they are the things which they desire, delight in, which they chuse above other things more solidly, for although these things which the wicked enjoy, Are not real and substantial good things; yet as they Are the things which they desire, delight in, which they choose above other things more solidly, c-acp cs d n2 r-crq dt j vvi, vbr xx j cc j j n2; av c-acp pns32 vbr dt n2 r-crq pns32 vvb, vvb p-acp, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n2 av-dc av-j, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11653 and substantially good, they are to them really good, and they have a tendency to make them better; and substantially good, they Are to them really good, and they have a tendency to make them better; cc av-j j, pns32 vbr p-acp pno32 av-j j, cc pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11654 and the afflictions of the people of God, as they have in them an enmity to their flesh, and the afflictions of the people of God, as they have in them an enmity to their Flesh, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp pns32 vhb p-acp pno32 dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11655 and are ingrateful to their senses, so they have something of real evil in them; and Are ingrateful to their Senses, so they have something of real evil in them; cc vbr j p-acp po32 n2, av pns32 vhb pi pp-f j n-jn p-acp pno32; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11656 but comparatively with other evils, or the greater good things which God hath prepared for his people, they have nothing of evil in them. but comparatively with other evils, or the greater good things which God hath prepared for his people, they have nothing of evil in them. cc-acp av-j p-acp j-jn n2-jn, cc dt jc j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, pns32 vhb pix pp-f j-jn p-acp pno32. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11657 In short, every observing man discerneth the difference betwixt the love of an indulgent cockering mother, In short, every observing man discerneth the difference betwixt the love of an indulgent cockering mother, p-acp j, d vvg n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j-vvg n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11658 and a wise, and prudent father. and a wise, and prudent father. cc dt j, cc j n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11659 The father sheweth his love to the Child, by fitting it to live in the world another day, learning it to be a man, to know the world, and to converse with it: The father shows his love to the Child, by fitting it to live in the world Another day, learning it to be a man, to know the world, and to converse with it: dt n1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp vvg pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 j-jn n1, vvg pn31 pc-acp vbi dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11660 to this purpose, he inureth it to hardship, he sends it to school, and keepeth it under a severe discipline: to this purpose, he inureth it to hardship, he sends it to school, and Keepeth it under a severe discipline: p-acp d n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp n1, cc vvz pn31 p-acp dt j n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11661 thus he sheweth his love to his Child, and when the Child cometh to years of discretion the Child thanks him for it, thus he shows his love to his Child, and when the Child comes to Years of discretion the Child thanks him for it, av pns31 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc c-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1 dt n1 vvz pno31 p-acp pn31, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11662 though under the discipline of its youth possibly the Child thinks the father its worst enemy. though under the discipline of its youth possibly the Child thinks the father its worst enemy. cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 av-j dt n1 vvz dt n1 po31 js n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11663 The mother possibly sheweth her love by cockering the Child, dandling it upon her knee, providing fine clothes for it, giving it sweet-meats, &c. Which things indeed have nothing of true love in them, The mother possibly shows her love by cockering the Child, dandling it upon her knee, providing fine clothes for it, giving it sweetmeats, etc. Which things indeed have nothing of true love in them, dt n1 av-j vvz po31 n1 p-acp j-vvg dt n1, vvg pn31 p-acp po31 n1, vvg j n2 p-acp pn31, vvg pn31 n2, av r-crq n2 av vhb pix pp-f j n1 p-acp pno32, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11664 and do only tend to emasculate the Child, and make it of an effeminate temper, and more unfit to converse with, or live in the world another day. and do only tend to emasculate the Child, and make it of an effeminate temper, and more unfit to converse with, or live in the world Another day. cc vdb av-j vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc vvi pn31 pp-f dt j n1, cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 j-jn n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11665 Patrium Deus habet in bonos animum, (saith an ingenious Author) God loves good people, not like a mother but like a father: Paternal Deus habet in bonos animum, (Says an ingenious Author) God loves good people, not like a mother but like a father: np1 fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la, (vvz dt j n1) np1 vvz j n1, xx av-j dt n1 cc-acp av-j dt n1: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11666 whom he loveth he chastneth, and scourgeth every Child whom he receiveth; whom he loves he Chasteneth, and scourges every Child whom he receives; ro-crq pns31 vvz pns31 vvz, cc vvz d n1 r-crq pns31 vvz; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11667 he keeps them at the school of affliction, and educateth them under the discipline of the rods, he keeps them At the school of affliction, and educateth them under the discipline of the rods, pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11668 and ferulaes of many trials, and afflictions: and ferulaes of many trials, and afflictions: cc fw-la pp-f d n2, cc n2: (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11669 he suffereth not the world which is their natural mother according to the flesh, to hug them in her bosom, he suffers not the world which is their natural mother according to the Flesh, to hug them in her bosom, pns31 vvz xx dt n1 r-crq vbz po32 j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11670 nor to dandle them upon her knees; he chasteneth them that they might not be condemned with the wicked; nor to dandle them upon her knees; he Chasteneth them that they might not be condemned with the wicked; ccx pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po31 n2; pns31 vvz pno32 cst pns32 vmd xx vbi vvn p-acp dt j; (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11671 he hath said, blessed is he whom thou chasteneth, and teachest him out of thy Law. he hath said, blessed is he whom thou Chasteneth, and Teachest him out of thy Law. pns31 vhz vvn, vvn vbz pns31 ro-crq pns21 vvz, cc vv2 pno31 av pp-f po21 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11672 This is but a fatherly dealing of God with his people. This is but a fatherly dealing of God with his people. d vbz p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11673 God thus fitteth them for Heaven, polisheth them for shafts in his own quiver, by this darkness makes them fit for the Saints in light. God thus fits them for Heaven, polisheth them for shafts in his own quiver, by this darkness makes them fit for the Saints in Light. np1 av vvz pno32 p-acp n1, vvz pno32 p-acp n2 p-acp po31 d n1, p-acp d n1 vvz pno32 j p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11674 Why sayest thou, O Christian, that the Lords ways are not equal, or that the Lord dealeth hardly with thee? God dealeth with thee, Why Sayest thou, Oh Christian, that the lords ways Are not equal, or that the Lord deals hardly with thee? God deals with thee, q-crq vv2 pns21, uh np1, cst dt n2 n2 vbr xx j-jn, cc cst dt n1 vvz av p-acp pno21? np1 vvz p-acp pno21, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11803 and is called by the holy name of God: and is called by the holy name of God: cc vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11675 but as every wise and prudent father dealeth with the Child of his dearest love: and thus I have spoken to two of the Questions which fall under this head. but as every wise and prudent father deals with the Child of his dearest love: and thus I have spoken to two of the Questions which fallen under this head. cc-acp c-acp d j cc j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 js-jn n1: cc av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp crd pp-f dt n2 r-crq vvb p-acp d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11676 But there is yet a third would be spoken to, and the rather, because it may be a temptation that seized the hearts of many of Gods people in former times, that is, How it consisteth with the justice, wisdom, But there is yet a third would be spoken to, and the rather, Because it may be a temptation that seized the hearts of many of God's people in former times, that is, How it Consisteth with the Justice, Wisdom, p-acp pc-acp vbz av dt ord vmd vbi vvn p-acp, cc dt av-c, c-acp pn31 vmb vbi dt n1 cst vvd dt n2 pp-f d pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j n2, cst vbz, c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, n1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11677 and goodness of God in the motions of his Providence to make the vilest, and worst of men his Instruments to chasten the best, and Goodness of God in the motions of his Providence to make the Vilest, and worst of men his Instruments to chasten the best, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt js, cc js pp-f n2 po31 n2 pc-acp vvi dt js, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11678 and dearest of his own people: it was Habbakuks complaint, Hab. 1.13. and dearest of his own people: it was Habbakuks complaint, Hab. 1.13. cc js-jn pp-f po31 d n1: pn31 vbds vvz n1, np1 crd. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11679 why holdest thou thy peace, when the wicked devoureth the man that is more righteous than he, why holdest thou thy peace, when the wicked devoureth the man that is more righteous than he, q-crq vv2 pns21 po21 n1, c-crq dt j vvz dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11680 and maketh men as fishes of the Sea, as the creeping things which have no ruler over them? But that will be my next Text, where I shall speak something relating to that dispensation of God, and makes men as Fish of the Sea, as the creeping things which have no ruler over them? But that will be my next Text, where I shall speak something relating to that Dispensation of God, cc vvz n2 p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt j-vvg n2 r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32? p-acp d vmb vbi po11 ord n1, c-crq pns11 vmb vvi pi vvg p-acp d n1 pp-f np1, (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11681 and afterwards shall more largely apply both what I have spoken, and what I shall further speak on this Argument. and afterwards shall more largely apply both what I have spoken, and what I shall further speak on this Argument. cc av vmb av-dc av-j vvi d r-crq pns11 vhb vvn, cc r-crq pns11 vmb av-jc vvi p-acp d n1. (48) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 594
11682 SERMON XLIV. Habbakuk I. 13. Thou art of purer Eyes than to behold evil, and canst not look on iniquity: SERMON XLIV. Habakkuk I. 13. Thou art of Purer Eyes than to behold evil, and Canst not look on iniquity: n1 crd. np1 np1 crd pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 595
11683 wherefore lookest thou on them that deal treacherously and holdest thy Tongue, when the wicked man devoureth the man that is more righteous than he; Wherefore Lookest thou on them that deal treacherously and holdest thy Tongue, when the wicked man devoureth the man that is more righteous than he; c-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j cc vv2 po21 n1, c-crq dt j n1 vvz dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 595
11684 And makest men as the Fish of the Sea, as the creeping things, that have no ruler over them? And Makest men as the Fish of the Sea, as the creeping things, that have no ruler over them? cc vv2 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt j-vvg n2, cst vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32? (49) sermon (DIV3) 1187 Page 595
11685 I Begin (as you see) where I left in my last exercise. I Begin (as you see) where I left in my last exercise. pns11 vvb (c-acp pn22 vvb) c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp po11 ord n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11686 I left with a quotation out of the prophecy of Habbakuk which is now my Text, I left with a quotation out of the prophecy of Habakkuk which is now my Text, pns11 vvd p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vbz av po11 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11687 nor could any thing be more proper; for you see it containeth in terms the Question I am this day speaking to. nor could any thing be more proper; for you see it Containeth in terms the Question I am this day speaking to. ccx vmd d n1 vbi av-dc j; c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 vvz p-acp n2 dt n1 pns11 vbm d n1 vvg p-acp. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11688 In the beginning of this Chapter and Prophecy, the Prophet had been complaining unto God of the exceeding wickedness, In the beginning of this Chapter and Prophecy, the Prophet had been complaining unto God of the exceeding wickedness, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1 cc n1, dt n1 vhd vbn vvg p-acp np1 pp-f dt j-vvg n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11689 and incorrigibleness of the Jews. God replying to him had told him, what possibly he did not expect (desiring not the ruin but reformation of his people) that he was about to put an end to their wickedness, v. 6. Raising up the Caldeans a bitter and hasty nation, which should march through the breadth of the land, to possess the dwellings which were not theirs; and incorrigibleness of the jews. God replying to him had told him, what possibly he did not expect (desiring not the ruin but Reformation of his people) that he was about to put an end to their wickedness, v. 6. Raising up the Chaldaeans a bitter and hasty Nation, which should march through the breadth of the land, to possess the dwellings which were not theirs; cc n1 pp-f dt np2. np1 vvg p-acp pno31 vhd vvn pno31, r-crq av-j pns31 vdd xx vvi (vvg xx dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n1) cst pns31 vbds a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po32 n1, n1 crd vvg a-acp dt njp2 dt j cc j n1, r-crq vmd vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbdr xx png32; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11690 terrible, and dreadful, &c. An enemy every way qualified to execute Gods utmost vengeance upon this people. terrible, and dreadful, etc. an enemy every Way qualified to execute God's utmost vengeance upon this people. j, cc j, av dt n1 d n1 vvn pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1 p-acp d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11691 This quite surpriseth and astonisheth the good prophet, and sends him in hast unto God again, v. 13. saith he, Art not thou from everlasting, O Lord my God, mine holy one? we shall not dye, O Lord, thou hast ordained them for Judgment, This quite surpriseth and astonisheth the good Prophet, and sends him in haste unto God again, v. 13. Says he, Art not thou from everlasting, Oh Lord my God, mine holy one? we shall not die, Oh Lord, thou hast ordained them for Judgement, np1 av vvz cc vvz dt j n1, cc vvz pno31 p-acp n1 p-acp np1 av, n1 crd vvz pns31, n1 xx pns21 p-acp j, uh n1 po11 np1, po11 j pi? pns12 vmb xx vvi, uh n1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11693 then follow the words of my Text, Thou art of purer Eyes than to behold evil, then follow the words of my Text, Thou art of Purer Eyes than to behold evil, av vvi dt n2 pp-f po11 n1, pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 cs pc-acp vvi j-jn, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11694 and canst not look on iniquity: and Canst not look on iniquity: cc vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11695 wherefore lookest thou on them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy tongue, when the wicked devoureth the man, that is more righteous then he? Habbakuk lookt upon this as a very sad dispensation, Wherefore Lookest thou on them that deal treacherously, and holdest thy tongue, when the wicked devoureth the man, that is more righteous then he? Habakkuk looked upon this as a very sad Dispensation, c-crq vv2 pns21 p-acp pno32 cst vvb av-j, cc vv2 po21 n1, c-crq dt j vvz dt n1, cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31? np1 vvd p-acp d c-acp dt j j n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11696 and what stumbled him as to the righteousness of God, therefore he puts it in that phrase, the man that is more righteous than he, and addeth, and makest men as the fishes of the Sea, and what stumbled him as to the righteousness of God, Therefore he puts it in that phrase, the man that is more righteous than he, and adds, and Makest men as the Fish of the Sea, cc q-crq vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1, dt n1 cst vbz av-dc j cs pns31, cc vvz, cc vv2 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11697 as creeping things of the Earth which have no ruler over them. Those brute sensitive creatures are not ruled by any rules of justice or righteousness; as creeping things of the Earth which have no ruler over them. Those brutus sensitive creatures Are not ruled by any rules of Justice or righteousness; c-acp j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vhb dx n1 p-acp pno32. d n1 j n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11698 those of them that have most natural strength and power, devour those who have less: those of them that have most natural strength and power, devour those who have less: d pp-f pno32 cst vhb ds j n1 cc n1, vvb d r-crq vhb dc: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11699 but now men are reasonable creatures, and should be acted by principles of reason and justice amongst them, might should not overcome right. But, O Lord, in this dispensation of thy Providence thou seemest to govern the reasonable part of the world like the brutish, and sensitive part of it. but now men Are reasonable creatures, and should be acted by principles of reason and Justice among them, might should not overcome right. But, Oh Lord, in this Dispensation of thy Providence thou seemest to govern the reasonable part of the world like the brutish, and sensitive part of it. cc-acp av n2 vbr j n2, cc vmd vbi vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, vmd vmd xx vvi av-jn. p-acp, uh n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1 pns21 vv2 pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 av-j dt j, cc j n1 pp-f pn31. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11700 The Jews though they be a sinful people, yet they are more righteous than the Caldeans, they are a brutish people and have no right against the Jews; shall thy Providence so order the affaires of the world, that those who have most power in their hand, The jews though they be a sinful people, yet they Are more righteous than the Chaldaeans, they Are a brutish people and have no right against the jews; shall thy Providence so order the affairs of the world, that those who have most power in their hand, dt np2 cs pns32 vbb dt j n1, av pns32 vbr dc j cs dt njp2, pns32 vbr dt j n1 cc vhb dx j-jn p-acp dt np2; vmb po21 n1 av vvi dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cst d r-crq vhb ds n1 p-acp po32 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11701 though they have no right, shall trample down thy people, and eat them up like bread? Lord! though they have no right, shall trample down thy people, and eat them up like bred? Lord! cs pns32 vhb dx n-jn, vmb vvi a-acp po21 n1, cc vvi pno32 a-acp av-j n1? n1! (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11702 this were to make men like the fish of the Sea, like the creeping things of the Earth, which have none over them, to govern them by any rules of justice or righteousness. this were to make men like the Fish of the Sea, like the creeping things of the Earth, which have none over them, to govern them by any rules of Justice or righteousness. d vbdr pc-acp vvi n2 av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-j dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb pix p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11703 Lord, why doth thy Providence thus govern humane affaires? This I conceive the sense of the words. Lord, why does thy Providence thus govern humane affairs? This I conceive the sense of the words. n1, q-crq vdz po21 n1 av vvi j n2? d pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11704 The question which remains to be spoken to is this. Quest. The question which remains to be spoken to is this. Quest. dt n1 r-crq vvz pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vbz d. n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1188 Page 595
11705 How it can consist with the Justice of God in the motions of his Actual Providence to suffer wicked men to devour those who are more righteous than themselves. How it can consist with the justice of God in the motions of his Actual Providence to suffer wicked men to devour those who Are more righteous than themselves. c-crq pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr av-dc j cs px32. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1189 Page 595
11706 I am the more willing to speak to this because it is a dispensation under which many, of those that fear the Lord in this nation have suffered: I am the more willing to speak to this Because it is a Dispensation under which many, of those that Fear the Lord in this Nation have suffered: pns11 vbm dt av-dc j pc-acp vvi p-acp d c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp r-crq d, pp-f d cst vvb dt n1 p-acp d n1 vhb vvn: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11707 we have seen good men rifled, their goods taken from them, we cannot say but they have deserved this, we have seen good men rifled, their goods taken from them, we cannot say but they have deserved this, pns12 vhb vvn j n2 vvn, po32 n2-j vvn p-acp pno32, pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp pns32 vhb vvn d, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11708 and far more than this from the hand of Divine Justice; and Far more than this from the hand of Divine justice; cc av-j av-dc cs d p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11709 but though they have deserved this, yet we are ready to think it is hard that they should suffer this from such miscreants as take the Spoil, but though they have deserved this, yet we Are ready to think it is hard that they should suffer this from such miscreants as take the Spoil, cc-acp cs pns32 vhb vvn d, av pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi pn31 vbz j cst pns32 vmd vvi d p-acp d ng1 p-acp vvi dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11710 and God will certainly one day fetch the blood of his people and their abominations out of their mouths. and God will Certainly one day fetch the blood of his people and their abominations out of their mouths. cc np1 vmb av-j crd n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 cc po32 n2 av pp-f po32 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11711 We are prone to think that God should not suffer his people to be devoured, by those who are more unrighteous then they are. We Are prove to think that God should not suffer his people to be devoured, by those who Are more unrighteous then they Are. pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd xx vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp d r-crq vbr av-dc j cs pns32 vbr. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11712 The Text gives you an account. The Text gives you an account. dt n1 vvz pn22 dt n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1190 Page 595
11713 1. Of a great disorder in the world, at least a dispensation of Providence which Habakkuk thought so. 1. Of a great disorder in the world, At least a Dispensation of Providence which Habakkuk Thought so. crd pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp ds dt n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvd av. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1191 Page 596
11714 Men dealt treacherously; the wicked devoured the men who were more righteous than themselves. 2. It gives you an account of Gods carriage under this disorder. Men dealt treacherously; the wicked devoured the men who were more righteous than themselves. 2. It gives you an account of God's carriage under this disorder. n2 vvd av-j; dt j vvn dt n2 r-crq vbdr av-dc j cs px32. crd pn31 vvz pn22 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1191 Page 596
11715 God looked upon men, that is, he seemed to look upon the men that dealt treacherously, God looked upon men, that is, he seemed to look upon the men that dealt treacherously, np1 vvd p-acp n2, cst vbz, pns31 vvd p-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 cst vvd av-j, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1192 Page 596
11716 and to hold his peace while Sinners devoured the more righteous persons. and to hold his peace while Sinners devoured the more righteous Persons. cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1 cs n2 vvn dt av-dc j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1192 Page 596
11717 God by the motions of his Providence seemed rather to favour, than frown upon these disorders. God by the motions of his Providence seemed rather to favour, than frown upon these disorders. np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvd av-c pc-acp vvi, cs n1 p-acp d n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1192 Page 596
11718 Hence might be observed these two propositions. Hence might be observed these two propositions. av vmd vbi vvn d crd n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1192 Page 596
11719 1. Prop. That it is no unusual dispensation of Providence for God to suffer the wicked to devour those that are more righteous than themselves. 1. Prop. That it is no unusual Dispensation of Providence for God to suffer the wicked to devour those that Are more righteous than themselves. crd np1 cst pn31 vbz dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt j pc-acp vvi d cst vbr av-dc j cs px32. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1193 Page 596
11720 2. Prop. That this dispensation hath been matter of stumbling, and a very sore temptation even to the servants of God. 2. Prop. That this Dispensation hath been matter of stumbling, and a very soar temptation even to the Servants of God. crd np1 cst d n1 vhz vbn n1 pp-f vvg, cc dt j j n1 av p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1194 Page 596
11721 For the first as to matter of fact there is nothing more demonstrable, look over the whole History of Scripture, the History of all times, you will find it true; For the First as to matter of fact there is nothing more demonstrable, look over the Whole History of Scripture, the History of all times, you will find it true; p-acp dt ord p-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vbz pix av-dc j, vvb a-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f d n2, pn22 vmb vvi pn31 j; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11722 the world began with Cains killing Abel, it went on with the Egyptians, the Amalekites, the Philistines, the Babilonians devouring of the only people which God had in the world. the world began with Cains killing Abel, it went on with the egyptians, the Amalekites, the philistines, the Babylonians devouring of the only people which God had in the world. dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 vvg np1, pn31 vvd a-acp p-acp dt njp2, dt n2, dt njp2, dt njp2 vvg pp-f dt j n1 r-crq np1 vhd p-acp dt n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11723 Now I say this hath been heretofore, and doubtless is at this time a great temptation to Gods people. Now I say this hath been heretofore, and doubtless is At this time a great temptation to God's people. av pns11 vvb d vhz vbn av, cc av-j vbz p-acp d n1 dt j n1 p-acp npg1 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11724 Habakkuk complains of it in the Text. Job complained, Job 30.1. That those who were younger than he had him in derision, even those whose Fathers he would have disdained to have set with the dogs of his table. Habakkuk complains of it in the Text. Job complained, Job 30.1. That those who were younger than he had him in derision, even those whose Father's he would have disdained to have Set with the Dogs of his table. np1 vvz pp-f pn31 p-acp dt np1 np1 vvd, n1 crd. cst d r-crq vbdr jc cs pns31 vhd pno31 p-acp n1, av d rg-crq n2 pns31 vmd vhi vvn pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11725 Shemei a dead dog, as he called him, cursed David and Doeg the Informer prevails against all the Lords Priests, Judas another Informer devoureth him who is the Lord of life. Shimei a dead dog, as he called him, cursed David and Doeg the Informer prevails against all the lords Priests, Judas Another Informer devoureth him who is the Lord of life. np1 dt j n1, c-acp pns31 vvd pno31, j-vvn np1 cc np1 dt n1 vvz p-acp d dt n2 n2, np1 j-jn n1 vvz pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11726 It is a dispensation that hath often put the servants of God into unseemly passions, James and John would have had fire come down from Heaven as in Elijahs time, to have destroyed the Samaritans. Peter was out of patience to see the Informer come with a company, with Swords and Staves to take his Master, and in his passion draweth a Sword, It is a Dispensation that hath often put the Servants of God into unseemly passion, James and John would have had fire come down from Heaven as in Elijahs time, to have destroyed the Samaritans. Peter was out of patience to see the Informer come with a company, with Swords and Staves to take his Master, and in his passion draws a Sword, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vhz av vvn dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2, np1 cc np1 vmd vhi vhn n1 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n2 n1, pc-acp vhi vvn dt njp2. np1 vbds av pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, p-acp n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvz dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11727 and with it cuts off the ear of the servant of the high priest. and with it cuts off the ear of the servant of the high priest. cc p-acp pn31 vvz a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11728 David himself when God offered him the choice of three Judgments, desired rather to fall into the hands of God than into the hands of men. David himself when God offered him the choice of three Judgments, desired rather to fallen into the hands of God than into the hands of men. np1 px31 c-crq np1 vvd pno31 dt n1 pp-f crd n2, vvd av-c pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11729 I say it is and hath often been a very sore temptation, advantaged partly from Nature, partly from some Religious reflections. I say it is and hath often been a very soar temptation, advantaged partly from Nature, partly from Some Religious reflections. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz cc vhz av vbn dt j j n1, vvn av p-acp n1, av p-acp d j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1195 Page 596
11730 That which in humane nature advantageth this temptation, is, 1. The disdain every man naturally hath to suffer an injury from one beneath himself: That which in humane nature advantageth this temptation, is, 1. The disdain every man naturally hath to suffer an injury from one beneath himself: cst r-crq p-acp j n1 vvz d n1, vbz, crd dt vvb d n1 av-j vhz p-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pi p-acp px31: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11731 when Gideon would have had his Son Jether, have fallen upon those two Eastern Princes Zeba and Zalmuna, they said rise thou up, and fall upon us; when gideon would have had his Son Jether, have fallen upon those two Eastern Princes Zeba and Zalmunah, they said rise thou up, and fallen upon us; c-crq np1 vmd vhi vhn po31 n1 av, vhb vvn p-acp d crd j n2 np1 cc np1, pns32 vvd vvb pns21 a-acp, cc vvi p-acp pno12; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11732 men have a natural disdain and scorn to suffer from their inferiours, we see it in every days experience. men have a natural disdain and scorn to suffer from their inferiors, we see it in every days experience. n2 vhb dt j n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2-jn, pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp d n2 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11733 Now although every child of God is low in his own eyes, and in honour preferreth every Saint before himself; Now although every child of God is low in his own eyes, and in honour preferreth every Saint before himself; av cs d n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp po31 d n2, cc p-acp n1 vvz d n1 p-acp px31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11734 yet, as St. Paul sometimes magnified his office against the false Apostles, and counterfeits of his age, yet, as Saint Paul sometime magnified his office against the false Apostles, and counterfeits of his age, av, c-acp n1 np1 av vvd po31 n1 p-acp dt j n2, cc n2-jn pp-f po31 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11735 though he judged himself the least of the Apostles, and unworthy of that great Name: though he judged himself the least of the Apostles, and unworthy of that great Name: cs pns31 vvd px31 dt ds pp-f dt n2, cc j pp-f cst j n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11736 so they cannot but magnifie themselves, in comparison of open profane miscreants, that are the scum, so they cannot but magnify themselves, in comparison of open profane miscreants, that Are the scum, av pns32 vmbx p-acp vvb px32, p-acp n1 pp-f j j n2, cst vbr dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11737 and off scouring of the place in which they live; and off scouring of the place in which they live; cc a-acp vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11738 such as are common drunkards, lyars, swearers, Sabbath-breakers, and guilty of other debaucheries, the very scabs of the body politick, such as Are Common drunkards, liars, swearers, Sabbath breakers, and guilty of other debaucheries, the very scabs of the body politic, d c-acp vbr j n2, n2, n2, n2, cc j pp-f j-jn n2, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 j, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11739 and spots of the Assemblies to which they are united. and spots of the Assemblies to which they Are united. cc n2 pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr vvn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1196 Page 596
11740 2. Every man naturally hath a regret at the receiving of injuries from those from whom he hath deserved no such thing. 2. Every man naturally hath a regret At the receiving of injuries from those from whom he hath deserved no such thing. crd np1 n1 av-j vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn dx d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11741 Now the People of God are persons of innocence, who have done no wrong to their worst Enemies; Now the People of God Are Persons of innocence, who have done no wrong to their worst Enemies; av dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vdn dx n-jn p-acp po32 js n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11742 they have loved their Enemies, prayed for them, been ready to do any offices of love to them, they have loved their Enemies, prayed for them, been ready to do any Offices of love to them, pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2, vvd p-acp pno32, vbn j pc-acp vdi d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno32, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11743 and know not how to bear an injury from those to whom they have done no wrong. and know not how to bear an injury from those to whom they have done no wrong. cc vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vhb vdn dx n-jn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11744 This was that which troubled Davids Spirit, Psal. 35.12, 13. They rewarded me evil for good to the spoiling of my Soul, This was that which troubled Davids Spirit, Psalm 35.12, 13. They rewarded me evil for good to the spoiling of my Soul, d vbds d r-crq j-vvn npg1 n1, np1 crd, crd pns32 vvd pno11 j-jn c-acp j p-acp dt vvg pp-f po11 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11745 but as for me when they were sick, my cloathing was sackcloath, I humbled my Soul with fasting, but as for me when they were sick, my clothing was Sackcloth, I humbled my Soul with fasting, cc-acp c-acp p-acp pno11 c-crq pns32 vbdr j, po11 n1 vbds n1, pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp vvg, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11746 and my prayer returned into my own bosom; and my prayer returned into my own bosom; cc po11 n1 vvd p-acp po11 d n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11747 I behaved myself as though he had been my friend, or brother, I bowed down heavily, I behaved myself as though he had been my friend, or brother, I bowed down heavily, pns11 vvd px11 p-acp cs pns31 vhd vbn po11 n1, cc n1, pns11 vvd a-acp av-j, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11748 as one that mourned for my mother. as one that mourned for my mother. c-acp pi cst vvd p-acp po11 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11749 But in mine adversity they rejoyced, and gathered themselves together, yea the abjects gathered themselves together against me, and I knew it not; But in mine adversity they rejoiced, and gathered themselves together, yea the abjects gathered themselves together against me, and I knew it not; p-acp p-acp po11 n1 pns32 vvd, cc vvd px32 av, uh dt n2-j vvd px32 av p-acp pno11, cc pns11 vvd pn31 xx; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11750 yea they did tear me, and ceased not, with hypocritical mockers at feasts they gnashed upon me with their teeth. yea they did tear me, and ceased not, with hypocritical mockers At feasts they gnashed upon me with their teeth. uh pns32 vdd vvi pno11, cc vvd xx, p-acp j n2 p-acp n2 pns32 vvd p-acp pno11 p-acp po32 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11751 Lord how long wilt thou look on? Rescue my Soul from their destructions. 2. This temptation is likewise advantaged from some Religious reflections. Lord how long wilt thou look on? Rescue my Soul from their destructions. 2. This temptation is likewise advantaged from Some Religious reflections. n1 c-crq av-j vm2 pns21 vvi p-acp? vvb po11 n1 p-acp po32 n2. crd d n1 vbz av vvn p-acp d j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1197 Page 596
11752 1. From a reflection upon the purity, and holiness of God. O Lord (saith our Prophet in my Text,) thou art of purer Eyes then to behold iniquity. 1. From a reflection upon the purity, and holiness of God. O Lord (Says our Prophet in my Text,) thou art of Purer Eyes then to behold iniquity. crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. sy n1 (vvz po12 n1 p-acp po11 n1,) pns21 vb2r pp-f jc n2 av pc-acp vvi n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1199 Page 597
11753 How a just and pure and holy God should look on, and hold his peace to see a company of vile wretches tearing and devouring his own people, this is a knowledg (at first view) too wonderful for them. How a just and pure and holy God should look on, and hold his peace to see a company of vile wretches tearing and devouring his own people, this is a knowledge (At First view) too wondered for them. c-crq dt j cc j cc j np1 vmd vvi a-acp, cc vvb po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f j n2 vvg cc vvg po31 d n1, d vbz dt n1 (p-acp ord n1) av j c-acp pno32. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1199 Page 597
11754 2. From a reflexion upon the promises and threatnings of God; 2. From a reflection upon the promises and threatenings of God; crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2-vvg pp-f np1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11755 they look into the holy word of God, and find that full of promises of good to Gods People, of threatnings of wrath and vengeance to wicked men; they look into the holy word of God, and find that full of promises of good to God's People, of threatenings of wrath and vengeance to wicked men; pns32 vvb p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc vvi d j pp-f n2 pp-f j p-acp npg1 n1, pp-f n2-vvg pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp j n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11756 instead of this, they see vile men building up Palaces to themselves upon their ruins, and adorning themselves with their Ornaments; instead of this, they see vile men building up Palaces to themselves upon their ruins, and adorning themselves with their Ornament; av pp-f d, pns32 vvb j n2 vvg a-acp n2 p-acp px32 p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg px32 p-acp po32 n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11757 the houses of the profane furnished, and adorned with that which is not theirs; the houses of the profane furnished, and adorned with that which is not theirs; dt n2 pp-f dt j vvn, cc vvn p-acp d r-crq vbz xx png32; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11758 instead of the wicked mans preparing garments, and the just mans putting them on (as Job speaketh) they see good and righteous men preparing garments, instead of the wicked men preparing garments, and the just men putting them on (as Job speaks) they see good and righteous men preparing garments, av pp-f dt j ng1 vvg n2, cc dt j ng1 vvg pno32 a-acp (c-acp n1 vvz) pns32 vvb j cc j n2 vvg n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11759 and leud and ungodly men put them on; and lewd and ungodly men put them on; cc j cc j n2 vvd pno32 a-acp; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11760 they see the spoil of such as fear the Lord in the tents of leud and ungodly men. they see the spoil of such as Fear the Lord in the tents of lewd and ungodly men. pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1200 Page 597
11761 3. From a reflexion upon the Decrees of God: O Lord, (saith our Prophet) thou hast ordained them for destruction; 3. From a reflection upon the Decrees of God: Oh Lord, (Says our Prophet) thou hast ordained them for destruction; crd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: uh n1, (vvz po12 n1) pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11762 O mighty God, thou hast established them for correction: Oh mighty God, thou hast established them for correction: uh j np1, pns21 vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11763 they consider leud and wicked men, as men whom God by a fixed act of his Will hath ordained to judgment, they Consider lewd and wicked men, as men whom God by a fixed act of his Will hath ordained to judgement, pns32 vvb j cc j n2, c-acp n2 r-crq np1 p-acp dt j-vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1 vhz vvn p-acp n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11764 as persons who by the established counsel of God are to be destroyed, and they cannot expound the Providence of God into a consistency with his eternal purpose, as Persons who by the established counsel of God Are to be destroyed, and they cannot expound the Providence of God into a consistency with his Eternal purpose, c-acp n2 r-crq p-acp dt vvd n1 pp-f np1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pns32 vmbx vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11765 when they see them not only live, prosper, and grow old, but also live by the death of such as fear God, when they see them not only live, prosper, and grow old, but also live by the death of such as Fear God, c-crq pns32 vvb pno32 xx av-j vvi, vvb, cc vvb j, cc-acp av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11766 and build their nests on high with feathers which they have plucked from their wings. and built their nests on high with Feathers which they have plucked from their wings. cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp j p-acp n2 r-crq pns32 vhb vvn p-acp po32 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11767 From these, and other causes, ariseth this trouble and coil in the spirits of Gods people. From these, and other Causes, arises this trouble and coil in the spirits of God's people. p-acp d, cc j-jn n2, vvz d n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11768 Fluctus est, Tentatio est (as Augustine saith) it is a great wave, a great temptation and trouble; Fluctus est, Tentatio est (as Augustine Says) it is a great wave, a great temptation and trouble; fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la (c-acp np1 vvz) pn31 vbz dt j n1, dt j n1 cc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11769 and even Gods own people here, are ready to think they see a knot in the thred of providence, a stone of stumbling, and even God's own people Here, Are ready to think they see a knot in the thread of providence, a stone of stumbling, cc av n2 d n1 av, vbr j pc-acp vvi pns32 vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt n1 pp-f vvg, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11770 and a rock of offence in the even ways of the Lords dealing. and a rock of offence in the even ways of the lords dealing. cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f dt n2 vvg. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11771 Let me indeavour in a few words to unty this knot, to remove this stone. Four or five things I shall speak, one or other of which, Let me endeavour in a few words to untie this knot, to remove this stone. Four or five things I shall speak, one or other of which, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp dt d n2 pc-acp vvi d n1, pc-acp vvi d n1. crd cc crd n2 pns11 vmb vvi, crd cc n-jn pp-f r-crq, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11772 or all together, will make this way of the Lord plain to every sober and understanding Christian. or all together, will make this Way of the Lord plain to every Sobrium and understanding Christian. cc d av, vmb vvi d n1 pp-f dt n1 j p-acp d j cc j-vvg np1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1201 Page 597
11773 1. How is God to his people more hard, or unrighteous in such a dispensation, 1. How is God to his people more hard, or unrighteous in such a Dispensation, crd q-crq vbz np1 p-acp po31 n1 av-dc j, cc j-u p-acp d dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11774 than he was to the son of his dearest love? Our blessed Lord hath taught us, That the Disciple is not above his Master, than he was to the son of his dearest love? Our blessed Lord hath taught us, That the Disciple is not above his Master, cs pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 js-jn n1? po12 j-vvn n1 vhz vvn pno12, cst dt n1 vbz xx p-acp po31 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11775 nor the servant above his Lord; nor the servant above his Lord; ccx dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11776 it is enough for the Disciple that he be as his Master, and the Servant as his Lord, Matt. 10.24, 25. 'Tis true, the chief Informer against our Lord, was one of his hoshold, Judas; but he was a son of perdition, the only ill member of all the 12. Who were his witnesses, but a company of perjured wretches, who could not agree in their testimony? Who mockt him and scourged him? Herod, a monster for all manner of wickedness. it is enough for the Disciple that he be as his Master, and the Servant as his Lord, Matt. 10.24, 25. It's true, the chief Informer against our Lord, was one of his hoshold, Judas; but he was a son of perdition, the only ill member of all the 12. Who were his Witnesses, but a company of perjured wretches, who could not agree in their testimony? Who mocked him and scourged him? Herod, a monster for all manner of wickedness. pn31 vbz av-d p-acp dt n1 cst pns31 vbb p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd, crd pn31|vbz j, dt j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n1, vbds pi pp-f po31 n1, np1; p-acp pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j j-jn n1 pp-f d dt crd q-crq vbdr po31 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, r-crq vmd xx vvi p-acp po32 n1? r-crq vvd pno31 cc vvd pno31? np1, dt n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11777 Who were they that spit upon him; that cried out crucifie him, crucifie him; Who were they that spit upon him; that cried out crucify him, crucify him; q-crq vbdr pns32 cst vvb p-acp pno31; cst vvd av vvi pno31, vvi pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11778 that gave him Gall and Vinegar to drink? were they not the abjects of the people? Thou art not able to conceive of Gods righteousness, in giving thee over, that gave him Gall and Vinegar to drink? were they not the abjects of the people? Thou art not able to conceive of God's righteousness, in giving thee over, cst vvd pno31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi? vbdr pns32 xx dt n2-j pp-f dt n1? pns21 vb2r xx j pc-acp vvi pp-f npg1 n1, p-acp vvg pno21 a-acp, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11779 and thy estate over to a Renegado, an apostate from his former profession, to wretches who make no conscience what they say, what they swear, what they do: and thy estate over to a Renegado, an apostate from his former profession, to wretches who make no conscience what they say, what they swear, what they do: cc po21 n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp n2 r-crq vvb dx n1 r-crq pns32 vvb, r-crq pns32 vvb, r-crq pns32 vdb: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11780 How was he righteous in giving over the Son of his love to such wretches? We are never so like to our Lord and Master, How was he righteous in giving over the Son of his love to such wretches? We Are never so like to our Lord and Master, c-crq vbds pns31 j p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2? pns12 vbr av-x av av-j p-acp po12 n1 cc n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11781 as when we are betrayed by a Judas, informed against, and testified against by false and perjured wretches, mockt and abused by the abjects and off scouring of the people: as when we Are betrayed by a Judas, informed against, and testified against by false and perjured wretches, mocked and abused by the abjects and off scouring of the people: c-acp c-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt np1, vvn p-acp, cc vvd p-acp p-acp j cc j-vvn n2, vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2-j cc p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11782 If God might be a just and righteous God in suffering these things to be done to the green tree, If God might be a just and righteous God in suffering these things to be done to the green tree, cs np1 vmd vbi dt j cc j np1 p-acp vvg d n2 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt j-jn n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11783 surely he may suffer them to be done unto us who are dry trees. surely he may suffer them to be done unto us who Are dry trees. av-j pns31 vmb vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp pno12 r-crq vbr j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11784 Thou art troubled that God should suffer profane scoffers to call thee hypocrite, and hast a temptation to think God is not just to thee in suffering it; Thou art troubled that God should suffer profane scoffers to call thee hypocrite, and hast a temptation to think God is not just to thee in suffering it; pns21 vb2r vvn cst np1 vmd vvi j n2 pc-acp vvi pno21 n1, cc vvb dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 vbz xx j p-acp pno21 p-acp vvg pn31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11785 knowest, or remembrest thou not what contradiction of sinners Christ endured, how they said of him, that he did cast out Devils, by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils? When thy spirit riseth against thy adversaries, oh think of Christ who was the Captain of all our Salvation. But further yet, Knowest, or Rememberest thou not what contradiction of Sinners christ endured, how they said of him, that he did cast out Devils, by Beelzebub the Prince of Devils? When thy Spirit Riseth against thy Adversaries, o think of christ who was the Captain of all our Salvation. But further yet, vv2, cc vv2 pns21 xx r-crq n1 pp-f n2 np1 vvd, c-crq pns32 vvd pp-f pno31, cst pns31 vdd vvi av n2, p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f n2? c-crq po21 n1 vvz p-acp po21 n2, uh vvb pp-f np1 r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d po12 n1. p-acp jc av, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1202 Page 597
11804 it is a work that only fitteth those whose hearts are possessed with the poyson of unrighteousness, and all superfluity of wickedness. it is a work that only fits those whose hearts Are possessed with the poison of unrighteousness, and all superfluity of wickedness. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst av-j vvz d r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc d n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11786 2. Before thou in thy thoughts passest sentence against God and his righteousness, consider with thy self by whom wouldest thou have God to chastise his people? It is written That all who will live godly in Christ Jesus, must suffer persecution. 2. Before thou in thy thoughts passest sentence against God and his righteousness, Consider with thy self by whom Wouldst thou have God to chastise his people? It is written That all who will live godly in christ jesus, must suffer persecution. crd p-acp pns21 p-acp po21 n2 vv2 n1 p-acp np1 cc po31 n1, vvb p-acp po21 n1 p-acp qo-crq vmd2 pns21 vhi n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1? pn31 vbz vvn cst d r-crq vmb vvi j p-acp np1 np1, vmb vvi n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1203 Page 597
11787 Now supposing persecution one of those species or kinds of affliction which, God hath a liberty to Scourge, and chasten his people by; Now supposing persecution one of those species or Kinds of affliction which, God hath a liberty to Scourge, and chasten his people by; av vvg n1 crd pp-f d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq, np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 p-acp; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1203 Page 597
11788 Who should be the persecutors? couldest thou expect that the seed of the woman should break the womans head? That such who have tasted of the love of God, should bite and devour one another? Indeed sometimes (through the prevalence of lusts and passions) it proves so through mistakes, Who should be the persecutors? Couldst thou expect that the seed of the woman should break the woman's head? That such who have tasted of the love of God, should bite and devour one Another? Indeed sometime (through the prevalence of Lustiest and passion) it Proves so through mistakes, q-crq vmd vbi dt n2? vmd2 pns21 vvi cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi dt ng1 n1? cst d r-crq vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vmd vvi cc vvi pi j-jn? np1 av (p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n2) pn31 vvz av p-acp n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1203 Page 597
11789 and such misapprehensions as the best are subject to and this but in particular rare cases. and such misapprehensions as the best Are Subject to and this but in particular rare cases. cc d n2 p-acp dt js vbr j-jn p-acp cc d p-acp p-acp j j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1203 Page 597
11790 1. But it suteth not the ingenuous nature of Gods people to do injury to others: 1. But it suits not the ingenuous nature of God's people to do injury to Others: crd p-acp pn31 vvz xx dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n2-jn: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 597
11791 Indeed it suteth not any persons (though of little acquaintance with God) if they be persons of any goodness, and ingenuity of nature; Indeed it suits not any Persons (though of little acquaintance with God) if they be Persons of any Goodness, and ingenuity of nature; av pn31 vvz xx d n2 (cs pp-f j n1 p-acp np1) cs pns32 vbb n2 pp-f d n1, cc n1 pp-f n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11792 you see amongst us, none but one saved from the Gallows for that purpose, will be a common hangman: you see among us, none but one saved from the Gallows for that purpose, will be a Common hangman: pn22 vvb p-acp pno12, pix cc-acp pi vvn p-acp dt n2 p-acp d n1, vmb vbi dt j n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11793 we see how ordinary persons they must be that will be perswaded to be Bayliffs; we see how ordinary Persons they must be that will be persuaded to be Bailiffs; pns12 vvb c-crq j n2 pns32 vmb vbi d vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vbi n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11794 but now to fall upon the Lords Priests is a work only fit for an accursed Edomite. The Child of God is yet under a further Law than that of a good nature, he is here taught of God to do good to all, to love his enemies, to do good to them that hate him; but now to fallen upon the lords Priests is a work only fit for an accursed Edomite. The Child of God is yet under a further Law than that of a good nature, he is Here taught of God to do good to all, to love his enemies, to do good to them that hate him; cc-acp av pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 n2 vbz dt n1 av-j j p-acp dt j-vvn np1. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av p-acp dt jc n1 cs d pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vbz av vvn pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp d, pc-acp vvi po31 n2, pc-acp vdi j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11795 to love and pray for those who hate him and despightfully use him; to love and pray for those who hate him and despitefully use him; pc-acp vvi cc vvb p-acp d r-crq vvb pno31 cc av-j vvi pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11796 he is so far from requiting evil for evil, that he taketh himself obliged to return good for evil: he is so Far from requiting evil for evil, that he Takes himself obliged to return good for evil: pns31 vbz av av-j p-acp vvg j-jn p-acp j-jn, cst pns31 vvz px31 vvn pc-acp vvi j p-acp n-jn: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11797 Now it is not reasonable to think that God should make use of his own people, who are by himself taught the clean contrary; Now it is not reasonable to think that God should make use of his own people, who Are by himself taught the clean contrary; av pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cst np1 vmd vvi n1 pp-f po31 d n1, r-crq vbr p-acp n1 vvd dt j n-jn; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11798 and are obliged by a contrary law, which they have so far imbibed, that it is written on their hearts, and Are obliged by a contrary law, which they have so Far imbibed, that it is written on their hearts, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, r-crq pns32 vhb av av-j vvn, cst pn31 vbz vvn p-acp po32 n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11799 and ingraven in their souls, to punish and chasten his own children. and engraven in their Souls, to Punish and chasten his own children. cc vvn p-acp po32 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi po31 d n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11800 Who ever set a Sheep to worry a Sheep? The work of informing against, accusing, chastening, scourging the people of God, is a work fit for none but profane wretches, drunkards, swearers, the debauchees of the world, who have in them such a radicated hatred of God, Who ever Set a Sheep to worry a Sheep? The work of informing against, accusing, chastening, scourging the people of God, is a work fit for none but profane wretches, drunkards, swearers, the debauchees of the world, who have in them such a radicated hatred of God, r-crq av vvd dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1? dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp, vvg, vvg, vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 j p-acp pix cc-acp j n2, n2, n2, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vhb p-acp pno32 d dt j-vvn n1 pp-f np1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11801 and such an antipathy to that holiness which is fountain'd in him; and such an antipathy to that holiness which is fountained in him; cc d dt n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11802 that like as the Basilisk, they say, will fly upon the picture of a man, out of its antipathy to humane nature, they will fly upon every person that hath the image and superscription of God upon his soul, that like as the Basilisk, they say, will fly upon the picture of a man, out of its antipathy to humane nature, they will fly upon every person that hath the image and superscription of God upon his soul, cst av-j c-acp dt n1, pns32 vvb, vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av pp-f po31 n1 p-acp j n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp d n1 cst vhz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11805 To do injury to others, suteth not an ingenious nature in any person; but it much less suteth the Sanctified nature of a Child of God: To do injury to Others, suits not an ingenious nature in any person; but it much less suits the Sanctified nature of a Child of God: pc-acp vdi n1 p-acp n2-jn, vvz xx dt j n1 p-acp d n1; cc-acp pn31 av-d av-dc vvz dt j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11806 few creatures will prey upon their own kind. few creatures will prey upon their own kind. d n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11807 If a Child of God be to be rent and torn in pieces, to be chastened and scourged by men, that he may not be condemned in the world; If a Child of God be to be rend and torn in Pieces, to be chastened and scourged by men, that he may not be condemned in the world; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vbb pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2, pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp n2, cst pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn p-acp dt n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11808 there are none so fit to do it, as the Dogs and Swine in the world. there Are none so fit to do it, as the Dogs and Swine in the world. pc-acp vbr pix av j pc-acp vdi pn31, c-acp dt n2 cc n1 p-acp dt n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11809 I would ask of thee (saith an excellent Author) who art under such a temptation as this, Wouldst thou have the Saints of God persecute, imprison, plunder, destroy one another? Surely they would then lose their Majesty of vertue, their title of Saints. I would ask of thee (Says an excellent Author) who art under such a temptation as this, Wouldst thou have the Saints of God persecute, imprison, plunder, destroy one Another? Surely they would then loose their Majesty of virtue, their title of Saints. pns11 vmd vvi pp-f pno21 (vvz dt j n1) r-crq n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, vmd2 pns21 vhi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi, vvb, vvb, vvb pi j-jn? av-j pns32 vmd av vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1, po32 n1 pp-f n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11810 Supposing then the work must be done; Supposing then the work must be done; vvg av dt n1 vmb vbi vdn; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11811 it is as reasonable to conclude, that it must be done by those who are less righteous then they are; it is as reasonable to conclude, that it must be done by those who Are less righteous then they Are; pn31 vbz a-acp j pc-acp vvi, cst pn31 vmb vbi vdn p-acp d r-crq vbr av-dc j cs pns32 vbr; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11812 and not that God should first possess his people with principles and habits of grace diametrically opposite to such courses, and not that God should First possess his people with principles and habits of grace diametrically opposite to such courses, cc xx cst np1 vmd ord vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 av-j j-jn p-acp d n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11813 and then set them on work to practice such things. and then Set them on work to practice such things. cc av vvd pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1204 Page 598
11814 2. Give the Lord, I beseech you, leave to make some use of the very worst of men. 2. Give the Lord, I beseech you, leave to make Some use of the very worst of men. crd np1 dt n1, pns11 vvb pn22, vvb pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f dt av js pp-f n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11815 It is the saying of an acute Author, Cur non ex perditis hominibus hoc lucraretur Deus, &c. Why should not God make this profit of the vilest men? It is true, it is not all the service which God makes wicked men do; It is the saying of an acute Author, Cur non ex perditis hominibus hoc lucraretur Deus, etc. Why should not God make this profit of the Vilest men? It is true, it is not all the service which God makes wicked men do; pn31 vbz dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1, n1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, av q-crq vmd xx np1 vvi d n1 pp-f dt js n2? pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz xx d dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz j n2 vdb; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11816 but give me leave to tell you, it is one of the greatest pieces of service God hath from them; but give me leave to tell you, it is one of the greatest Pieces of service God hath from them; cc-acp vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi pn22, pn31 vbz crd pp-f dt js n2 pp-f n1 np1 vhz p-acp pno32; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11817 they are left in the Land, as the Canaanites were left in Canaan, Judg. 2.3, to be Thorns in the sides of Gods Israelites, to keep the Lords Gaols and Bridewell, his houses of correction for his people. they Are left in the Land, as the Canaanites were left in Canaan, Judges 2.3, to be Thorns in the sides of God's Israelites, to keep the lords Gaols and Bridewell, his houses of correction for his people. pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, c-acp dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, np1 crd, pc-acp vbi n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 np1, pc-acp vvi dt n2 n2 cc np1, po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11818 Take a profane vile wretch, he hath his being from God, and his well-being he hath from God, he eateth Gods bread, Take a profane vile wretch, he hath his being from God, and his well-being he hath from God, he Eateth God's bred, vvb dt j j n1, pns31 vhz po31 vbg p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 pns31 vhz p-acp np1, pns31 vvz npg1 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11819 and is clothed with Gods wool and flax; and is clothed with God's wool and flax; cc vbz vvn p-acp npg1 n1 cc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11820 What hath God for all this? He swears profanely, he blasphemeth God prodigiously, he breaks the Lords Sabbaths, God is dishonoured by him every day. What hath God for all this? He swears profanely, he Blasphemeth God prodigiously, he breaks the lords Sabbaths, God is dishonoured by him every day. q-crq vhz np1 p-acp d d? pns31 vvz av-j, pns31 vvz np1 av-j, pns31 vvz dt n2 n2, np1 vbz vvn p-acp pno31 d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11821 This service he hath from them, when he hath a Child to be whipped, he turns him over to him; This service he hath from them, when he hath a Child to be whipped, he turns him over to him; d n1 pns31 vhz p-acp pno32, c-crq pns31 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, pns31 vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11822 God makes the same use of wicked men he doth of the Devils, they are his peoples tempters and tormentors. Wicked men are to God, God makes the same use of wicked men he does of the Devils, they Are his peoples tempters and tormentors. Wicked men Are to God, np1 vvz dt d n1 pp-f j n2 pns31 vdz pp-f dt n2, pns32 vbr po31 ng1 n2 cc n2. j n2 vbr p-acp np1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11823 as the Dog to the Shepherd, as the Hawk or Bird of prey to the Faulkener; as the Dog to the Shepherd, as the Hawk or Bird of prey to the Falconer; c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11859 The Apostle tells the people of God, that all things are theirs, 1 Cor. 3.21. that is, for their good, profit, and advantage; The Apostle tells the people of God, that all things Are theirs, 1 Cor. 3.21. that is, for their good, profit, and advantage; dt n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst d n2 vbr png32, vvd np1 crd. cst vbz, p-acp po32 j, n1, cc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11824 God useth them, to let them fly at his own people sometimes, and to pick out the eyes of them who are as dear to him as the Apples of his eye. God uses them, to let them fly At his own people sometime, and to pick out the eyes of them who Are as dear to him as the Apples of his eye. np1 vvz pno32, pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi p-acp po31 d n1 av, cc pc-acp vvi av dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr a-acp j-jn p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11825 The Assyrian in the world signifieth little to the service of God, but as as he serveth well enough to make a Rod for his anger, and a staff for his indignation, to be sent against an hypocritical Nation, which God can no longer bear with, The assyrian in the world signifies little to the service of God, but as as he serves well enough to make a Rod for his anger, and a staff for his Indignation, to be sent against an hypocritical nation, which God can no longer bear with, dt jp p-acp dt n1 vvz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp c-acp c-acp pns31 vvz av av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, r-crq np1 vmb av-dx av-jc vvi p-acp, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11826 but is at last resolved to make the people of his wrath. but is At last resolved to make the people of his wrath. cc-acp vbz p-acp ord vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1205 Page 598
11827 3. The worst of men must be suffered to fill up the measures of their iniquities; 3. The worst of men must be suffered to fill up the measures of their iniquities; crd dt js pp-f n2 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11828 you know God told Abraham, that the iniquity of the Amorites was not yet full; God will have sinners fill up their measures. you know God told Abraham, that the iniquity of the amorites was not yet full; God will have Sinners fill up their measures. pn22 vvb np1 vvd np1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt np1 vbds xx av j; np1 vmb vhi n2 vvi a-acp po32 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11829 Now, there is no such way for wicked men to fill up the measures of their sins, Now, there is no such Way for wicked men to fill up the measures of their Sins, av, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11830 and make themselves ripe, full ripe for Divine vengeance, as for them to fall upon this work of devouring the Servants of God, who are more righteous than themselves are. and make themselves ripe, full ripe for Divine vengeance, as for them to fallen upon this work of devouring the Servants of God, who Are more righteous than themselves Are. cc vvi px32 j, j j p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f vvg dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vbr av-dc j cs px32 vbr. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11831 I have a good authority for it, Matt. 23.34, Wherefore, behold, I send unto you Prophets, I have a good Authority for it, Matt. 23.34, Wherefore, behold, I send unto you prophets, pns11 vhb dt j n1 p-acp pn31, np1 crd, c-crq, vvb, pns11 vvb p-acp pn22 n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11832 and wise men, and scribes, and some of them you shall kill and crucifie, and some you shall scourge in your synagogues, and wise men, and Scribes, and Some of them you shall kill and crucify, and Some you shall scourge in your Synagogues, cc j n2, cc n2, cc d pp-f pno32 pn22 vmb vvi cc vvi, cc d pn22 vmb vvi p-acp po22 n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 598
11833 and persecute them from city to city, that upon you may come all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the Earth, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Zechariah, &c. Mark what went before, vers. 32. Fill you up then the measure of your Fathers; and persecute them from City to City, that upon you may come all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the Earth, from the blood of Abel, to the blood of Zechariah, etc. Mark what went before, vers. 32. Fill you up then the measure of your Father's; cc vvi pno32 p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cst p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av n1 r-crq vvd a-acp, fw-la. crd vvb pn22 a-acp av dt n1 pp-f po22 n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11834 you Serpents, you generation of Vipers, how can you escape the damnation of Hell. you Serpents, you generation of Vipers, how can you escape the damnation of Hell. pn22 n2, pn22 n1 pp-f n2, q-crq vmb pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11835 As the Child of God must finish his work which God hath given him to do; As the Child of God must finish his work which God hath given him to do; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 pc-acp vdi; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11836 so the reprobate must fill up his measures too. so the Reprobate must fill up his measures too. av dt n-jn vmb vvi a-acp po31 n2 av. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11837 It may be a poor wretch hath been a swearer, a Sabbath-breaker, a drunkard, an unclean person, many years; It may be a poor wretch hath been a swearer, a Sabbath breaker, a drunkard, an unclean person, many Years; pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 vhz vbn dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1, d n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11838 God hath born with him, let him alone, there want yet some drops to fill up the measures of his sin, he falls upon the people of God, turns a persecutor, smiteth his fellow-servants with the fist of violence and wickedness; God hath born with him, let him alone, there want yet Some drops to fill up the measures of his since, he falls upon the people of God, turns a persecutor, smites his Fellow servants with the fist of violence and wickedness; np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 av-j, pc-acp vvi av d n2 pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, vvz po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11839 then cometh the master of that servant in an hour when he looketh not for him, then comes the master of that servant in an hour when he looks not for him, av vvz dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz xx p-acp pno31, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11840 and presently giveth him his portion with Hypocrites, where there is weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth: and presently gives him his portion with Hypocrites, where there is weeping, and wailing, and gnashing of teeth: cc av-j vvz pno31 po31 n1 p-acp n2, c-crq pc-acp vbz vvg, cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11841 offences must come, they will come, but wo be to those by whom they come. offences must come, they will come, but woe be to those by whom they come. n2 vmb vvi, pns32 vmb vvi, cc-acp n1 vbb p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pns32 vvb. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11860 and again, All things work together for the good of them that love God. and again, All things work together for the good of them that love God. cc av, d n2 vvi av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32 cst vvb np1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11842 Methinks there is a great Emphasis in those words, That upon you may come all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the earth, from the blood of Abel, &c. There was a great deal of righteous blood shed from the time of Abel to the time of Zechariah: what had God let it all sleep? had God in those hundreds of years reckoned with sinners for none of it? Yes, certainly God had revenged himself of many a blood-thirsty man. Methinks there is a great Emphasis in those words, That upon you may come all the righteous blood that hath been shed upon the earth, from the blood of Abel, etc. There was a great deal of righteous blood shed from the time of Abel to the time of Zechariah: what had God let it all sleep? had God in those hundreds of Years reckoned with Sinners for none of it? Yes, Certainly God had revenged himself of many a bloodthirsty man. vvz a-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp d n2, cst p-acp pn22 vmb vvi d dt j n1 cst vhz vbn vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pc-acp vbds dt j n1 pp-f j n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: r-crq vhd np1 vvb pn31 d n1? vhd np1 p-acp d crd pp-f n2 vvn p-acp n2 p-acp pix pp-f pn31? uh, av-j np1 vhd vvn px31 pp-f d dt j n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11843 But yet Abels blood was not expiated in Christs time; there was yet an arrear of reckoning for Abels blood. But yet Abel's blood was not expiated in Christ time; there was yet an arrear of reckoning for Abel's blood. p-acp av npg1 n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp npg1 n1; pc-acp vbds av dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp npg1 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11844 Well, who shall pay for it? even every one that was Cains successor in that kind of sin. Well, who shall pay for it? even every one that was Cains successor in that kind of since. uh-av, r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn31? av d pi cst vbds np1 n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11845 You read no such expression in Holy-writ with reference to any other sin. You read no such expression in Holy writ with Referente to any other since. pn22 vvb dx d n1 p-acp j p-acp n1 p-acp d j-jn n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11846 This sin, this devouring of persons more righteous than our selves, hath many grains of guilt in it more than any other sins have; This since, this devouring of Persons more righteous than our selves, hath many grains of guilt in it more than any other Sins have; d n1, d vvg pp-f n2 av-dc j cs po12 n2, vhz d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31 av-dc cs d j-jn n2 vhb; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11847 men by it fill up the measure of the sins of a Nation, and they fill up the measure of their own personal sins. men by it fill up the measure of the Sins of a nation, and they fill up the measure of their own personal Sins. n2 p-acp pn31 vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc pns32 vvb a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 d j n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11848 It is a saying (as I remember) of Augustines, Nemo habet injustum lucrum sine justo damno, lucrum habet in arca damnum in conscientia. It is a saying (as I Remember) of Augustine's, Nemo habet injustum lucrum sine Justo Damno, lucrum habet in arca damnum in conscientia. pn31 vbz dt vvg (c-acp pns11 vvb) pp-f njp2, np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la j, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11849 No man getteth any unjust gain without a just loss; his gain is laid up in his chest, but his loss is in his Conscience; No man gets any unjust gain without a just loss; his gain is laid up in his chest, but his loss is in his Conscience; dx n1 vvz d j n1 p-acp dt j n1; po31 n1 vbz vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11850 he gets a penny or two into his purse, but a seal of damnation in his soul. he gets a penny or two into his purse, but a seal of damnation in his soul. pns31 vvz dt n1 cc crd p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11851 I am sure all the gains any get by devouring the persons who are more righteous than themselves, is an unjust gain. I am sure all the gains any get by devouring the Persons who Are more righteous than themselves, is an unjust gain. pns11 vbm j d dt n2 d vvb p-acp vvg dt n2 r-crq vbr av-dc j cs px32, vbz dt j n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11852 Yea, though God gives it them, it is unjust gain; Yea, though God gives it them, it is unjust gain; uh, cs np1 vvz pn31 pno32, pn31 vbz j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11853 God is but permissive in the case, and Gods permission doth not salve them, but that they are possessores malae fidei. God gave the Assyrians, the Caldeans, and other enemies of the Israelites, the prey they took from the Jews; yet he often calls it by his Prophets, that which is not theirs: God is but permissive in the case, and God's permission does not salve them, but that they Are possessores Malae fidei. God gave the Assyrians, the Chaldaeans, and other enemies of the Israelites, the prey they took from the jews; yet he often calls it by his prophets, that which is not theirs: np1 vbz p-acp j p-acp dt n1, cc ng1 n1 vdz xx vvi pno32, cc-acp cst pns32 vbr fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 vvd dt njp2, dt njp2, cc j-jn n2 pp-f dt np2, dt n1 pns32 vvd p-acp dt np2; av pns31 av vvz pn31 p-acp po31 n2, cst r-crq vbz xx png32: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11854 the loss is in their Consciences, they are hardned to destruction, sealed up to the condemnation of Hell: the loss is in their Consciences, they Are hardened to destruction, sealed up to the condemnation of Hell: dt n1 vbz p-acp po32 n2, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11855 they fill up the measures of their iniquities by their violence. they fill up the measures of their iniquities by their violence. pns32 vvb a-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1206 Page 599
11856 4. But lastly, Why should not God be righteous, in suffering wicked men to do his people good? This is a point I have something largely before spoken to, 4. But lastly, Why should not God be righteous, in suffering wicked men to do his people good? This is a point I have something largely before spoken to, crd p-acp ord, q-crq vmd xx np1 vbi j, p-acp vvg j n2 pc-acp vdi po31 n1 j? d vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb pi av-j p-acp vvn p-acp, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11857 and therefore may be shorter in this Discourse: prosunt & gelu, & nix quia incommodant (saith one); and Therefore may be shorter in this Discourse: prosunt & gelu, & nix quia incommodant (Says one); cc av vmb vbi jc p-acp d n1: fw-la cc fw-la, cc n1 fw-la fw-la (vvz pi); (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11858 they do them good, by doing them hurt, as snow and frost do good to the Corn. they do them good, by doing them hurt, as snow and frost do good to the Corn. pns32 vdb pno32 j, p-acp vdg pno32 vvn, c-acp n1 cc n1 vdb j p-acp dt n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11880 or that God regardeth not the affairs of the world; there is no strength in this argument, no reason for such a conclusion: or that God Regardeth not the affairs of the world; there is no strength in this argument, no reason for such a conclusion: cc cst np1 vvz xx dt n2 pp-f dt n1; pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1, dx n1 p-acp d dt n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11861 The dignity of the people of God is such, that not only bruit beasts, but bruitish men (St. Pauls Ephesian beasts ) shall be harnessed for their service in order to their eternal salvation; The dignity of the people of God is such, that not only bruit beasts, but brutish men (Saint Paul's Ephesian beasts) shall be harnessed for their service in order to their Eternal salvation; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz d, cst xx av-j vvi n2, p-acp j n2 (n1 np1 jp n2) vmb vbi vvn p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11862 and if the Angels be ministring spirits for the good of Gods elect, it is no wonder if the children of the Devil be beasts ministring for their service too. and if the Angels be ministering spirits for the good of God's elect, it is no wonder if the children of the devil be beasts ministering for their service too. cc cs dt n2 vbi j-vvg n2 p-acp dt j pp-f n2 vvb, pn31 vbz dx n1 cs dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbb n2 j-vvg p-acp po32 n1 av. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11863 They say Vespasian had a wretched saying, that the smell of mony was sweet from whencesoever it came. They say Vespasian had a wretched saying, that the smell of money was sweet from whencesoever it Come. pns32 vvb np1 vhd dt j n-vvg, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbds j p-acp c-crq pn31 vvd. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11864 I am sure the odor of grace is sweet, whatsoever be instrumental for the sending it forth. I am sure the odour of grace is sweet, whatsoever be instrumental for the sending it forth. pns11 vbm j dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j, r-crq vbb j p-acp dt vvg pn31 av. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11865 The truth is, what the wiser Philosophers said of a morally good and wise man, is much more true of one spiritually wise and good; The truth is, what the Wiser Philosophers said of a morally good and wise man, is much more true of one spiritually wise and good; dt n1 vbz, q-crq dt jc n2 vvd pp-f dt av-j j cc j n1, vbz d dc j pp-f pi av-j j cc j; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11866 He is out of the jurisdiction of evil. Seneca saith, that a wise man cannot be contemned of any, quia magnitudinem suam novit, He is out of the jurisdiction of evil. Senecca Says, that a wise man cannot be contemned of any, quia magnitudinem suam Novit, pns31 vbz av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n-jn. np1 vvz, cst dt j n1 vmbx vbi vvn pp-f d, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11867 because he knoweth his own riches. Because he Knoweth his own riches. c-acp pns31 vvz po31 d n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11868 A gracious man can be imprisoned by none, because he knows his own liberty, and will enjoy it when the world hath done what it can: A gracious man can be imprisoned by none, Because he knows his own liberty, and will enjoy it when the world hath done what it can: dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 d n1, cc vmb vvi pn31 c-crq dt n1 vhz vdn r-crq pn31 vmb: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11869 he can be plundred by none, because he knoweth his own riches. he can be plundered by none, Because he Knoweth his own riches. pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pix, c-acp pns31 vvz po31 d n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11870 It were a vast work to open to you how many wayes the persecutions of the saints advantage and profit the people of God; It were a vast work to open to you how many ways the persecutions of the Saints advantage and profit the people of God; pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 c-crq d n2 dt n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1 cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11871 but I have in some measure done it before, and shall not again further enlarge upon it. but I have in Some measure done it before, and shall not again further enlarge upon it. cc-acp pns11 vhb p-acp d n1 vdi pn31 a-acp, cc vmb xx av av-j vvi p-acp pn31. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11872 The Apostle telleth you much in short, when he telleth you, that Tribulation worketh patience, and patience experience, and experience hope. The Apostle Telleth you much in short, when he Telleth you, that Tribulation works patience, and patience experience, and experience hope. dt n1 vvz pn22 d p-acp j, c-crq pns31 vvz pn22, cst n1 vvz n1, cc n1 n1, cc n1 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11873 I shall add no more to the Doctrinal part of this Discourse. I shall add no more to the Doctrinal part of this Discourse. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx dc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1207 Page 599
11874 Ʋse 1. Now hear, O Israel, hear all you sons and daughters of men, are not the Lords ways equal? Is not your judgment of them unequal? This is the great argument against Divine Providence, Ʋse 1. Now hear, Oh Israel, hear all you Sons and daughters of men, Are not the lords ways equal? Is not your judgement of them unequal? This is the great argument against Divine Providence, j crd av vvb, uh np1, vvb d pn22 n2 cc n2 pp-f n2, vbr xx dt n2 n2 j-jn? vbz xx po22 n1 pp-f pno32 j? d vbz dt j n1 p-acp j-jn n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11875 because in the world there appeareth such a confusion of things, The wicked walk on every side, while vilest men are exalted: Because in the world there appears such a confusion of things, The wicked walk on every side, while Vilest men Are exalted: c-acp p-acp dt n1 a-acp vvz d dt n1 pp-f n2, dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cs js n2 vbr vvn: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11876 prophane leud persons, live, grow old, are rich, and great in power. profane lewd Persons, live, grow old, Are rich, and great in power. j j n2, vvb, vvb j, vbr j, cc j p-acp n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11877 The Sun (which seemeth to go down upon the Tabernacles of some that fear the Lord) shineth bright upon the Tabernacles of the ungodly; The Sun (which seems to go down upon the Tabernacles of Some that Fear the Lord) shines bright upon the Tabernacles of the ungodly; dt n1 (r-crq vvz pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d cst vvb dt n1) vvz j p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11878 the people of God are afflicted, plundred, nay and (which seemeth hardest of all) the holiest and best of men are devoured by the vilest and most prophane wretches; the people of God Are afflicted, plundered, nay and (which seems Hardest of all) the Holiest and best of men Are devoured by the Vilest and most profane wretches; dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn, vvn, uh-x cc (r-crq vvz js pp-f d) dt js cc js pp-f n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt js cc av-ds j n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11879 this is that which is a sore temptation to men, and makes them think that certainly there is no God who judgeth the world, this is that which is a soar temptation to men, and makes them think that Certainly there is no God who Judgeth the world, d vbz d r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2, cc vvz pno32 vvi cst av-j a-acp vbz dx n1 r-crq vvz dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11881 the love or hatred of God is not to be concluded from any thing which is before us in this life, the love or hatred of God is not to be concluded from any thing which is before us in this life, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11882 as with reference to actions, we call good evil, and evil good; so through the deceitfulness of our senses, we miscall things; as with Referente to actions, we call good evil, and evil good; so through the deceitfulness of our Senses, we miscall things; c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n2, pns12 vvb j n-jn, cc j-jn j; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, pns12 vvb n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11883 we call those things evil which separate them from the affection of our sense, have no evil in them; we call those things evil which separate them from the affection of our sense, have no evil in them; pns12 vvb d n2 j-jn q-crq vvb pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, vhb dx j-jn p-acp pno32; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11884 and things good which have no real goodness. Now the judgement of sense is a very fallible judgement: and things good which have no real Goodness. Now the judgement of sense is a very fallible judgement: cc n2 j r-crq vhb dx j n1. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt av j n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11885 do you see the wicked prosper, the godly man visited every morning, and chastned every moment? come but up into the sanctuary, do you see the wicked prosper, the godly man visited every morning, and chastened every moment? come but up into the sanctuary, vdb pn22 vvi dt j vvi, dt j n1 vvd d n1, cc vvn d n1? vvb cc-acp a-acp p-acp dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11886 and you will be able to unriddle this Providence: Job saw the wicked flourishing and taking root, but suddenly he cursed his habitation. and you will be able to unriddle this Providence: Job saw the wicked flourishing and taking root, but suddenly he cursed his habitation. cc pn22 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d n1: np1 vvd dt j j-vvg cc vvg n1, cc-acp av-j pns31 vvd po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11887 You see the innocent children of God imprisoned, plundred, &c. Dives clad in purple and faring delicously every day, You see the innocent children of God imprisoned, plundered, etc. Dives clad in purple and faring delicously every day, pn22 vvb dt j-jn n2 pp-f np1 vvd, vvn, av np1 vvn p-acp j-jn cc vvg av-j d n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11888 while poor Lazarus lies at his door full of sores, begging what falleth from his Table, and cannot get any relief. while poor Lazarus lies At his door full of sores, begging what falls from his Table, and cannot get any relief. cs j np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 j pp-f n2, vvg r-crq vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc vmbx vvi d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11889 Come up into the Sanctuary, and you shall there see Lazarus, this poor begging Lazarus, in Abrahams bosom, Come up into the Sanctuary, and you shall there see Lazarus, this poor begging Lazarus, in Abrahams bosom, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc pn22 vmb a-acp vvi np1, d j j-vvg np1, p-acp npg1 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11890 and Dives that fared so deliciously, and was so richly clad, begging a cup of cold water to cool his tongue. and Dives that fared so deliciously, and was so richly clad, begging a cup of cold water to cool his tongue. cc vvz cst vvd av av-j, cc vbds av av-j vvn, vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11891 Had you been with St. John in his vision, Rev. 7. you would have seen a great number of all nations, kindred and people, stonding before the Lamb, Had you been with Saint John in his vision, Rev. 7. you would have seen a great number of all Nations, kindred and people, standing before the Lamb, vhd pn22 vbn p-acp n1 np1 p-acp po31 n1, n1 crd pn22 vmd vhi vvn dt j n1 pp-f d n2, n1 cc n1, vvg p-acp dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11892 and cloathed with white robes, and with Palms in their hands; and clothed with white robes, and with Palms in their hands; cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2, cc p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11893 and these were such as come out of great tribu••tion, and had washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb, and these were such as come out of great tribu••tion, and had washed their robes in the blood of the Lamb, cc d vbdr d c-acp vvb av pp-f j n1, cc vhd vvn po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11894 and were in triumph serving God day and night. and were in triumph serving God day and night. cc vbdr p-acp n1 vvg np1 n1 cc n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1208 Page 600
11895 Ʋse 2. What you have heard upon this argument, looketh very wistly upon every prosperous sinner which this day heareth me, Ʋse 2. What you have herd upon this argument, looks very wistly upon every prosperous sinner which this day hears me, j crd r-crq pn22 vhb vvn p-acp d n1, vvz av av p-acp d j n1 r-crq d n1 vvz pno11, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1209 Page 600
11896 and boasteth in his large possessions of the good things of this life. and boasts in his large possessions of the good things of this life. cc vvz p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f d n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1209 Page 600
11897 The sum of what you have heard is, that the things which you glory in are not truly good; The sum of what you have herd is, that the things which you glory in Are not truly good; dt n1 pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vbz, cst dt n2 r-crq pn22 vvb a-acp vbr xx av-j j; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1209 Page 600
11898 that they are but temporary rewards or gifts of God; that they are means to bring you to the acknowledgement of God; that they Are but temporary rewards or Gifts of God; that they Are means to bring you to the acknowledgement of God; cst pns32 vbr p-acp j n2 cc n2 pp-f np1; cst pns32 vbr n2 pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1209 Page 600
11899 that oft-times through mens corruptions they prove the means of their greater ruine. 1. In the first place, How should this take down a sinners plumes. that ofttimes through men's corruptions they prove the means of their greater ruin. 1. In the First place, How should this take down a Sinners plumes. cst av p-acp ng2 n2 pns32 vvb dt n2 pp-f po32 jc n1. crd p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq vmd d vvb a-acp dt ng1 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1209 Page 600
11900 Let not the great man glory in his greatness, nor the rich man in his riches. Let not the great man glory in his greatness, nor the rich man in his riches. vvb xx dt j n1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11901 Let not any say in his heart, if God had not a favour to me, he would never give me such an estate, such a success in my trade, such an healthy body, &c. The method of Providence is quite contrary. Let not any say in his heart, if God had not a favour to me, he would never give me such an estate, such a success in my trade, such an healthy body, etc. The method of Providence is quite contrary. vvb xx d vvi p-acp po31 n1, cs np1 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp pno11, pns31 vmd av-x vvi pno11 d dt n1, d dt n1 p-acp po11 n1, d dt j n1, av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av j-jn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
12016 and this may be a sore temptation to Gods own people. and this may be a soar temptation to God's own people. cc d vmb vbi dt j n1 p-acp n2 d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
11902 I have somewhere met with a story, that anciently according to the laws of Persia, a malefactor had liberty for an hour before he died to ask what he would, I have somewhere met with a story, that anciently according to the laws of Persiam, a Malefactor had liberty for an hour before he died to ask what he would, pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp dt n1, cst av-j vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 vhd n1 p-acp dt n1 c-acp pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11903 and it was not denied to him. and it was not denied to him. cc pn31 vbds xx vvn p-acp pno31. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11904 One they say condemned to dye, and being according to their custom askt what he would desire, answers, One they say condemned to die, and being according to their custom asked what he would desire, answers, pi pns32 vvb vvn pc-acp vvi, cc vbg p-acp p-acp po32 n1 vvd r-crq pns31 vmd vvi, n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11905 Neither this nor that, but only That I may see the Kings face; Neither this nor that, but only That I may see the Kings face; dx d ccx cst, cc-acp j cst pns11 vmb vvi dt ng1 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11906 which being granted, he so plied the King in that hour, as that he obtained his pardon; which being granted, he so plied the King in that hour, as that he obtained his pardon; r-crq vbg vvn, pns31 av vvd dt n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp cst pns31 vvd po31 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11907 whereupon they say that the Persians altered their custom, and covered the Malefactors face as soon as he was condemned, that he might see the King no more. whereupon they say that the Persians altered their custom, and covered the Malefactors face as soon as he was condemned, that he might see the King no more. c-crq pns32 vvb cst dt npg1 vvd po32 n1, cc vvn dt ng1 n1 c-acp av c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, cst pns31 vmd vvi dt n1 av-dx av-dc. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11908 God to thousands of sinners gives what their hearts could wish, riches, honours, pleasures, they are poor condemned wretches by the law of God for all this, vessels of wrath fitted for destruction; God to thousands of Sinners gives what their hearts could wish, riches, honours, pleasures, they Are poor condemned wretches by the law of God for all this, vessels of wrath fitted for destruction; np1 p-acp crd pp-f n2 vvz r-crq po32 n2 vmd vvi, n2, n2, n2, pns32 vbr j vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d d, n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11909 when the hour-glass of their life in this world is run out, they are to be turned into Hell, to depart from God as accursed creatures into those everlasting burnings that are prepared for the Devil and his Angels. when the hourglass of their life in this world is run out, they Are to be turned into Hell, to depart from God as accursed creatures into those everlasting burnings that Are prepared for the devil and his Angels. c-crq dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz vvn av, pns32 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j-vvn n2 p-acp d j n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11910 Only God, that all his creatures might tast something of his bounty, for that hour giveth them all good things of this life; Only God, that all his creatures might taste something of his bounty, for that hour gives them all good things of this life; j np1, cst d po31 n2 vmd vvi pi pp-f po31 n1, c-acp cst n1 vvz pno32 d j n2 pp-f d n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11911 had it not now been a silly and unreasonable thing, suppose the Malefactor had asked for, had it not now been a silly and unreasonable thing, suppose the Malefactor had asked for, vhd pn31 xx av vbn dt j cc j n1, vvb dt n1 vhd vvn p-acp, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11912 and had a House full of Gold or Silver, or all the great titles the world could have dignified him with, to have gloried and boasted of them as tokens of the Kings love, and had a House full of Gold or Silver, or all the great titles the world could have dignified him with, to have gloried and boasted of them as tokens of the Kings love, cc vhd dt n1 j pp-f n1 cc n1, cc d dt j n2 dt n1 vmd vhi vvn pno31 p-acp, pc-acp vhi vvn cc j-vvn pp-f pno32 c-acp n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11913 when in the mean time he knew he was a poor condemned wretch, and by and by to be cut off from the enjoyment of them all. when in the mean time he knew he was a poor condemned wretch, and by and by to be Cut off from the enjoyment of them all. c-crq p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vvd pns31 vbds dt j j-vvn n1, cc p-acp cc a-acp pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 d. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11914 Is not this the very case? thou knowest thy self to be a drunkard, a swearer, a liar, an unclean person; Is not this the very case? thou Knowest thy self to be a drunkard, a swearer, a liar, an unclean person; vbz xx d dt j n1? pns21 vv2 po21 n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 600
11915 thou knowest that for these courses the righteous law of a righteous God hath condemned thee; thou Knowest that for these courses the righteous law of a righteous God hath condemned thee; pns21 vv2 d p-acp d n2 dt j n1 pp-f dt j np1 vhz vvn pno21; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11916 it saith such persons shall never see God, shall never enter into the Kingdom of God, it Says such Persons shall never see God, shall never enter into the Kingdom of God, pn31 vvz d n2 vmb av-x vvi np1, vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11917 but be thrown into the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: but be thrown into the lake which burns with fire and brimstone: cc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 cc n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11918 God out of his bounty gives thee for the few hours thou hast to live out of Hell, health, riches, honours, pleasures, all thy heart can wish in the world: God out of his bounty gives thee for the few hours thou hast to live out of Hell, health, riches, honours, pleasures, all thy heart can wish in the world: np1 av pp-f po31 n1 vvz pno21 p-acp dt d n2 pns21 vh2 pc-acp vvi av pp-f n1, n1, n2, n2, n2, d po21 n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11919 hast thou any reason to boast thy self in these things, or to be proud of them? thy condition is infinitely worse than the Philosopher's, that could eat no dainties at the Kings Table, hast thou any reason to boast thy self in these things, or to be proud of them? thy condition is infinitely Worse than the Philosopher's, that could eat no dainties At the Kings Table, vh2 pns21 d n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vbi j pp-f pno32? po21 n1 vbz av-j av-jc cs dt ng1, cst vmd vvi dx n2-j p-acp dt ng1 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11920 because he saw a naked sword hang over his head by a twine-thread. Because he saw a naked sword hang over his head by a twine-thread. c-acp pns31 vvd dt j n1 vvb a-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11921 Certainly (poor wretch!) it were thy wisdom for this little time of thy life, to do as it is said that Malefactor in Persia did, despise all things, Certainly (poor wretch!) it were thy Wisdom for this little time of thy life, to do as it is said that Malefactor in Persiam did, despise all things, av-j (j n1!) pn31 vbdr po21 n1 p-acp d j n1 pp-f po21 n1, pc-acp vdi c-acp pn31 vbz vvn cst n1 p-acp np1 vdd, vvi d n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11922 and only desire thou mightest apply thy self for the little time of thy life with tears, fasting and prayer to God, that thou mightest see his face, and only desire thou Mightest apply thy self for the little time of thy life with tears, fasting and prayer to God, that thou Mightest see his face, cc av-j vvb pns21 vmd2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po21 n1 p-acp n2, vvg cc n1 p-acp np1, cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po31 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11923 and obtain the pardon of thy sins through the blood of Christ. Poor wretches! and obtain the pardon of thy Sins through the blood of christ. Poor wretches! cc vvi dt n1 pp-f po21 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. j n2! (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11924 what (in the mean time) have you to glory in? what have you to be proud of? What should make you walk with a stretched-out neck, what (in the mean time) have you to glory in? what have you to be proud of? What should make you walk with a stretched-out neck, q-crq (p-acp dt j n1) vhb pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp? q-crq vhb pn22 pc-acp vbi j pp-f? q-crq vmd vvi pn22 vvb p-acp dt j n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11925 or a lofty eye? thou art not master of one good thing; or a lofty eye? thou art not master of one good thing; cc dt j n1? pns21 vb2r xx n1 pp-f crd j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11926 thou callest them good, because they are grateful to thy sense, and please thy sensitive appetite; thou Callest them good, Because they Are grateful to thy sense, and please thy sensitive appetite; pns21 vv2 pno32 j, c-acp pns32 vbr j p-acp po21 n1, cc vvb po21 j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11927 and they are so far good as they serve thy outward necessities, but of no significancy at all, either to thy spiritual or eternal happiness. and they Are so Far good as they serve thy outward necessities, but of no significancy At all, either to thy spiritual or Eternal happiness. cc pns32 vbr av av-j j c-acp pns32 vvb po21 j n2, cc-acp pp-f dx n1 p-acp d, av-d p-acp po21 j cc j n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11928 Yet these are the things which make the wicked man proud, swelling in an high opinion of himself, despising others. Yet these Are the things which make the wicked man proud, swelling in an high opinion of himself, despising Others. av d vbr dt n2 r-crq vvb dt j n1 j, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f px31, vvg n2-jn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11929 Oh! that God would make you understand, that you have not only perishing fleshly bodies, to be covered with soft and gay cloathing, but immortal souls; Oh! that God would make you understand, that you have not only perishing fleshly bodies, to be covered with soft and gay clothing, but immortal Souls; uh cst np1 vmd vvi pn22 vvb, cst pn22 vhb xx av-j vvg j n2, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j cc j n1, cc-acp j n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11930 that you are creatures under an ordination to an eternal existence, and that nothing can be worth naming as good, but what will profit you as to your immortal capacity, What shall it profit a man if he should gain the whole world, that you Are creatures under an ordination to an Eternal existence, and that nothing can be worth naming as good, but what will profit you as to your immortal capacity, What shall it profit a man if he should gain the Whole world, cst pn22 vbr n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc cst pix vmb vbi j vvg p-acp j, p-acp q-crq vmb vvi pn22 a-acp p-acp po22 j n1, q-crq vmb pn31 vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vmd vvi dt j-jn n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11931 and lose his own soul? Or what can a man give in exchange or ransome for it. and loose his own soul? Or what can a man give in exchange or ransom for it. cc vvi po31 d n1? cc q-crq vmb dt n1 vvb p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11932 You have heard of a Prince that in his extremity of thirst, cried out, a Kingdom for a draught of water. You have herd of a Prince that in his extremity of thirst, cried out, a Kingdom for a draught of water. pn22 vhb vvn pp-f dt n1 cst p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vvd av, dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11933 The time will come when every impenitent sinner shall wish that he had not had a foot of land in the world, The time will come when every impenitent sinner shall wish that he had not had a foot of land in the world, dt n1 vmb vvi c-crq d j n1 vmb vvi cst pns31 vhd xx vhn dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11934 nor a rag to cover his nakedness, so be it that he had had the pardon of his sins, nor a rag to cover his nakedness, so be it that he had had the pardon of his Sins, ccx dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, av vbb pn31 cst pns31 vhd vhn dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11935 and the robes of Christs righteousness to cover the nakedness of his soul. and the robes of Christ righteousness to cover the nakedness of his soul. cc dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11936 Let him therefore that glorieth, glory in this, that God is his Lord, and Jesus Christ is his Saviour. Let him Therefore that Glorieth, glory in this, that God is his Lord, and jesus christ is his Saviour. vvb pno31 av cst vvz, n1 p-acp d, cst np1 vbz po31 n1, cc np1 np1 vbz po31 n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1210 Page 601
11937 2. This speaketh to the prosperous sinner, as not to be high-minded, because he hath nothing to be proud of; 2. This speaks to the prosperous sinner, as not to be High-minded, Because he hath nothing to be proud of; crd np1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, c-acp xx pc-acp vbi j, c-acp pns31 vhz pix pc-acp vbi j pp-f; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11938 so to fear, and to keep, and enjoy what he hath with fear and trembling. James would have the Rich man rejoice when he is brought low; Jam. 1.10. Because as the flower of the grass he passeth away: so to Fear, and to keep, and enjoy what he hath with Fear and trembling. James would have the Rich man rejoice when he is brought low; Jam. 1.10. Because as the flower of the grass he passes away: av pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, cc vvi r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp n1 cc j-vvg. np1 vmd vhi dt j n1 vvb c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av-j; np1 crd. c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz av: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11939 and when he hath lost his riches, his honour, his outward felicity, he hath lost all: and when he hath lost his riches, his honour, his outward felicity, he hath lost all: cc c-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n2, po31 n1, po31 j n1, pns31 vhz vvn d: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
12447 yet I will rejoyce in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my Salvation. yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my Salvation. av pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
11940 but here are greater reasons yet, because by a prosperous condition, oftentimes, poenalis nutritur impunitas, a penal impunity is nourished. but Here Are greater Reasons yet, Because by a prosperous condition, oftentimes, Poenalis nutritur impunitas, a penal impunity is nourished. cc-acp av vbr jc n2 av, c-acp p-acp dt j n1, av, fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt j n1 vbz vvn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11941 Prosperity slayeth the fools, and sinners are ordinarily by it fatted and prepared for the day of slaughter. Prosperity slays the Fools, and Sinners Are ordinarily by it fatted and prepared for the day of slaughter. n1 vvz dt n2, cc n2 vbr av-j p-acp pn31 vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11942 David saw that God set the prosperous sinner in slippery places: upon Pinacles and Towers; but slippery places: David saw that God Set the prosperous sinner in slippery places: upon Pinnacles and Towers; but slippery places: np1 vvd cst np1 vvd dt j n1 p-acp j n2: p-acp n2 cc n2; p-acp j n2: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11943 you observe that the bloughtiness (as you call it of the body) is but an ill sign of unhealthiness; you observe that the bloughtiness (as you call it of the body) is but an ill Signen of unhealthiness; pn22 vvb cst dt n1 (c-acp pn22 vvb pn31 pp-f dt n1) vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11944 the sinners growing fat in outward enjoyments, I am sure, is no good sign, Psal. 73.17, 18, 19. Surely thou didst set them in slippery places, thou castest them down to destruction; the Sinners growing fat in outward enjoyments, I am sure, is no good Signen, Psalm 73.17, 18, 19. Surely thou didst Set them in slippery places, thou Chastest them down to destruction; dt n2 vvg j p-acp j n2, pns11 vbm j, vbz dx j n1, np1 crd, crd, crd av-j pns21 vdd2 vvi pno32 p-acp j n2, pns21 vv2 pno32 a-acp p-acp n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11945 how are they brought to destruction in a moment? they are utterly consumed. how Are they brought to destruction in a moment? they Are utterly consumed. q-crq vbr pns32 vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1? pns32 vbr av-j vvn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11946 If a child of God hath reason to rejoice when he is brought low, surely a sinner hath reason to tremble when he is up on high. If a child of God hath reason to rejoice when he is brought low, surely a sinner hath reason to tremble when he is up on high. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vbz vvn j, av-j dt n1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vbz a-acp p-acp j. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11947 Godly men have used to be afraid of prosperity; Godly men have used to be afraid of Prosperity; j n2 vhb vvn pc-acp vbi j pp-f n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11948 it is an hard thing for the most watchful Christian to keep his feet, when he is set upon the slippery mountain of riches, honour, successes, &c. David himself never had a slip like that he had when he came into the highest state. it is an hard thing for the most watchful Christian to keep his feet, when he is Set upon the slippery mountain of riches, honour, Successes, etc. David himself never had a slip like that he had when he Come into the highest state. pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt av-ds j np1 pc-acp vvi po31 n2, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, n1, n2, av np1 px31 av-x vhd dt n1 av-j cst pns31 vhd c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt js n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11949 Even the best of Gods people have great reason to rejoice with trembling in the midst of full cups; Even the best of God's people have great reason to rejoice with trembling in the midst of full cups; np1 dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vhb j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11950 but sinners have far more reason; but Sinners have Far more reason; cc-acp n2 vhb av-j av-dc n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11951 when they are not plagued as other men, when there are no bands in their death, when they Are not plagued as other men, when there Are no bans in their death, c-crq pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp j-jn n2, c-crq pc-acp vbr dx n2 p-acp po32 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11952 when their eyes stand out with fatness, and they have more than heart could wish; when their eyes stand out with fatness, and they have more than heart could wish; c-crq po32 n2 vvb av p-acp n1, cc pns32 vhb dc cs n1 vmd vvi; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11953 that is the time when their mouths are set against Heaven, then their day of destruction is not far of; that is the time when their mouths Are Set against Heaven, then their day of destruction is not Far of; d vbz dt n1 c-crq po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, av po32 n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx av-j pp-f; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11954 and indeed those are the two dreadful considerations, and therefore they have reason to fear and tremble. 1. Lest their prosperity should slay their souls. and indeed those Are the two dreadful considerations, and Therefore they have reason to Fear and tremble. 1. Lest their Prosperity should slay their Souls. cc av d vbr dt crd j n2, cc av pns32 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi. crd cs po32 n1 vmd vvi po32 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11955 There is a latent poyson in sinners hearts at all times, but poverty and adversity keeps it in. There is a latent poison in Sinners hearts At all times, but poverty and adversity keeps it in. pc-acp vbz dt fw-la n1 p-acp n2 n2 p-acp d n2, cc-acp n1 cc n1 vvz pn31 p-acp. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11956 The poor man useth intreaties (saith Solomon), but the rich man speaketh proudly; The poor man uses entreaties (Says Solomon), but the rich man speaks proudly; dt j n1 vvz n2 (vvz np1), p-acp dt j n1 vvz av-j; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11957 honour and power are great temptations to oppression: Riches and abundance to all sorts of Luxury. So as if a man be a fool, and hath no spiritual wisdom to rule and to govern himself in a prosperous state; honour and power Are great temptations to oppression: Riches and abundance to all sorts of Luxury. So as if a man be a fool, and hath no spiritual Wisdom to Rule and to govern himself in a prosperous state; n1 cc n1 vbr j n2 p-acp n1: n2 cc n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. av c-acp cs dt n1 vbb dt n1, cc vhz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
11958 his prosperity slayeth him, giving advantages to those lusts that are in his heart to discover themselves. his Prosperity slays him, giving advantages to those Lustiest that Are in his heart to discover themselves. po31 n1 vvz pno31, vvg n2 p-acp d n2 cst vbr p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px32. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 601
12017 I will therefore enlarge this discourse a little, shewing you the duty of Gods People at such a time, I will Therefore enlarge this discourse a little, showing you the duty of God's People At such a time, pns11 vmb av vvi d n1 dt j, vvg pn22 dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
11959 It is the prosperous sinner that oppresseth his neighbour, that does acts of injustice, and thinks by his power to defend himself. 2. Again, Prosperity bodes ill; The sinner is never so near a fall as when he is upon a pinacle of honour and power. It is the prosperous sinner that Oppresses his neighbour, that does acts of injustice, and thinks by his power to defend himself. 2. Again, Prosperity bodes ill; The sinner is never so near a fallen as when he is upon a pinnacle of honour and power. pn31 vbz dt j n1 cst vvz po31 n1, cst vdz n2 pp-f n1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1 pc-acp vvi px31. crd av, n1 vvz j-jn; dt n1 vbz av-x av av-j dt n1 c-acp c-crq pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 602
11960 When the worldling saith, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many years; When the worldling Says, Soul take thine ease, thou hast goods laid up for many Years; c-crq dt n1 vvz, n1 vvb po21 n1, pns21 vh2 n2-j vvn a-acp p-acp d n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 602
11961 then comes the voice, Thou fool! this night shall thy soul be taken from thee; and one reason of this is because that is the time when his sin ripeneth, then comes the voice, Thou fool! this night shall thy soul be taken from thee; and one reason of this is Because that is the time when his since ripeneth, av vvz dt n1, pns21 n1! d n1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn p-acp pno21; cc crd n1 pp-f d vbz p-acp d vbz dt n1 c-crq po31 n1 vvz, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 602
11962 when he lifteth up his heart highest, and openeth his mouth widest, and lifteth up his hands most fiercely against the God of Heaven. when he lifts up his heart highest, and Openeth his Mouth Widest, and lifts up his hands most fiercely against the God of Heaven. c-crq pns31 vvz a-acp po31 n1 av-js, cc vvz po31 n1 js, cc vvz a-acp po31 n2 av-ds av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 602
11963 O then let the prosperous sinner fear and tremble. O then let the prosperous sinner Fear and tremble. sy av vvb dt j n1 n1 cc vvi. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1211 Page 602
11964 3. Lastly, You have heard that it is but a righteous thing with God, to give unto the worst of men, the good things of this life, 3. Lastly, You have herd that it is but a righteous thing with God, to give unto the worst of men, the good things of this life, crd ord, pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt js pp-f n2, dt j n2 pp-f d n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11965 because they have something in them of the nature of means to convince sinners, both of their sins against God, Because they have something in them of the nature of means to convince Sinners, both of their Sins against God, c-acp pns32 vhb pi p-acp pno32 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n2, d pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11966 and also of their duty to God: and also of their duty to God: cc av pp-f po32 n1 p-acp np1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11967 Indeed, they ordinarily prove the quite contrary, but this is not of themselves, or from their own nature; Indeed, they ordinarily prove the quite contrary, but this is not of themselves, or from their own nature; av, pns32 av-j vvi dt av j-jn, cc-acp d vbz xx pp-f px32, cc p-acp po32 d n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11968 but from the lust and corruption of sinners hearts. O then let the goodness of God lead you to repentance, Rom. 2.4. The Apostle lets us know, that the patience, long-sufferance, and goodness of God leads us to repentance. but from the lust and corruption of Sinners hearts. Oh then let the Goodness of God led you to Repentance, Rom. 2.4. The Apostle lets us know, that the patience, long-sufferance, and Goodness of God leads us to Repentance. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 n2. uh av vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 vvb pn22 p-acp n1, np1 crd. dt n1 vvb|pno12 pno12 vvi, cst dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12 p-acp n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11969 The long-suffering and patience of God, if there were no more, ought to do it: The long-suffering and patience of God, if there were no more, ought to do it: dt j cc n1 pp-f np1, cs pc-acp vbdr dx dc, pi pc-acp vdi pn31: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11970 And certainly were there any ingenuity in the heart of a sinner, it would do it. And Certainly were there any ingenuity in the heart of a sinner, it would do it. cc av-j vbdr pc-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmd vdi pn31. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11971 For him to sit down and think, I have been a drunkard, a lyar, a swearer, a Sabbath-breaker these Twenty, Thirty, Forty years; For him to fit down and think, I have been a drunkard, a liar, a swearer, a Sabbath breaker these Twenty, Thirty, Forty Years; p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi, pns11 vhb vbn dt n1, dt n1, dt n1, dt n1 d crd, crd, crd n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11972 God hath seen, and known me all this time, there hath not been a thought of my heart but hath been naked before him; God hath seen, and known me all this time, there hath not been a Thought of my heart but hath been naked before him; np1 vhz vvn, cc vvn pno11 d d n1, pc-acp vhz xx vbn dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc-acp vhz vbn j p-acp pno31; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11973 I have not told a lye, nor sworn an oath, but as soon as the word hath been out of my mouth, the news of it hath been in Heaven, I have not told a lie, nor sworn an oath, but as soon as the word hath been out of my Mouth, the news of it hath been in Heaven, pns11 vhb xx vvn dt n1, ccx vvn dt n1, cc-acp c-acp av c-acp dt n1 vhz vbn av pp-f po11 n1, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vhz vbn p-acp n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11974 and it hath been written in Gods Book of remembrance: and it hath been written in God's Book of remembrance: cc pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp ng1 n1 pp-f n1: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11975 God hath all this while been an Almighty God, and hath had it in his power every moment of this time to throw me to Hell. God hath all this while been an Almighty God, and hath had it in his power every moment of this time to throw me to Hell. np1 vhz d d n1 vbn dt j-jn np1, cc vhz vhd pn31 p-acp po31 n1 d n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi pno11 p-acp n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11976 He could have struck me dead with my lye in my mouth, as he did Ananias and Saphira, Acts 5, or with my oath, my curse, my blasphemy in my mouth; He could have struck me dead with my lie in my Mouth, as he did Ananias and Sapphira, Acts 5, or with my oath, my curse, my blasphemy in my Mouth; pns31 vmd vhi vvn pno11 j p-acp po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1, c-acp pns31 vdd np1 cc np1, n2 crd, cc p-acp po11 n1, po11 n1, po11 n1 p-acp po11 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11977 but God hath been long-suffering and patient with me, willing that I should at last be saved: but God hath been long-suffering and patient with me, willing that I should At last be saved: cc-acp np1 vhz vbn j cc j p-acp pno11, vvg cst pns11 vmd p-acp ord vbi vvn: (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11978 Shall I yet go on in my sinful courses? Shall all this patience of God be lost upon my desperate soul? Surely I am bound humbly to acknowledg thus many years of patience, Shall I yet go on in my sinful courses? Shall all this patience of God be lost upon my desperate soul? Surely I am bound humbly to acknowledge thus many Years of patience, vmb pns11 av vvb a-acp p-acp po11 j n2? vmb d d n1 pp-f np1 vbb vvn p-acp po11 j n1? np1 pns11 vbm vvn av-j pc-acp vvi av d n2 pp-f n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11979 and to sin no more, lest I turn Divine patience into fury. and to since no more, lest I turn Divine patience into fury. cc p-acp n1 av-dx av-dc, cs pns11 vvb j-jn n1 p-acp n1. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11980 But then the riches of Gods goodness, though it be but in the things of this life, adds great weight to the argument; But then the riches of God's Goodness, though it be but in the things of this life, adds great weight to the argument; p-acp av dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, cs pn31 vbb p-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, vvz j n1 p-acp dt n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11981 for a poor creature to sit down, and think that he hath not been plagued as other men, he hath not had such a sickly body, nor such a scant estate; for a poor creature to fit down, and think that he hath not been plagued as other men, he hath not had such a sickly body, nor such a scant estate; p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp, cc vvb cst pns31 vhz xx vbn vvn p-acp j-jn n2, pns31 vhz xx vhn d dt j n1, ccx d dt j n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11982 but God hath made his cup to overflow, he hath had success in his trading, whiles others have been blasted. but God hath made his cup to overflow, he hath had success in his trading, while Others have been blasted. cc-acp np1 vhz vvn po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vhz vhn n1 p-acp po31 n-vvg, cs n2-jn vhb vbn vvn. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11983 O shall not this goodness of God lead thee to an acknowledgment of God? Shall it not lead thee to a repentance for thy sin? wilt thou treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, O shall not this Goodness of God led thee to an acknowledgment of God? Shall it not led thee to a Repentance for thy since? wilt thou treasure up wrath against the day of wrath, sy vmb xx d n1 pp-f np1 vvb pno21 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? vmb pn31 xx vvi pno21 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po21 n1? vm2 pns21 n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11984 and the Revelation of the most righteous Judgment of God? Consider that the good things thou hast enjoyed, have a natural tendency to change thee, and the Revelation of the most righteous Judgement of God? Consider that the good things thou hast enjoyed, have a natural tendency to change thee, cc dt n1 pp-f dt av-ds j n1 pp-f np1? np1 cst dt j n2 pns21 vh2 vvn, vhb dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno21, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11985 if thou hadst not banished that common ingenuity which teacheth all to love those that love them; if thou Hadst not banished that Common ingenuity which Teaches all to love those that love them; cs pns21 vhd2 xx vvn cst j n1 r-crq vvz d pc-acp vvi d cst vvb pno32; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11986 and most certainly it will make thee worse, if not better: if it doth not soften thy heart, it will harden thy heart; and most Certainly it will make thee Worse, if not better: if it does not soften thy heart, it will harden thy heart; cc av-ds av-j pn31 vmb vvi pno21 av-jc, cs xx jc: cs pn31 vdz xx vvi po21 n1, pn31 vmb vvi po21 n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11987 if these things tend not to make thee more holy, they will certainly make thee more leud and profane. if these things tend not to make thee more holy, they will Certainly make thee more lewd and profane. cs d n2 vvb xx pc-acp vvi pno21 av-dc j, pns32 vmb av-j vvi pno21 av-dc j cc j. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11988 And think with thy self what an aggravation of thy eternal misery it will be, to fall into it, out of as high a state of content and external felicity as thou wert capable of. And think with thy self what an aggravation of thy Eternal misery it will be, to fallen into it, out of as high a state of content and external felicity as thou Wertenberg capable of. cc vvb p-acp po21 n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f po21 j n1 pn31 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, av pp-f a-acp j dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1 c-acp pns21 vbd2r j pp-f. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11989 I would have every prosperous sinner say with himself, What hath God done to me that I should be thus vile, I would have every prosperous sinner say with himself, What hath God done to me that I should be thus vile, pns11 vmd vhi d j n1 vvb p-acp px31, q-crq vhz np1 vdn p-acp pno11 cst pns11 vmd vbi av j, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11990 and so presumptuously sin against him? There are very many, that if they would listen a little to their own consciences, might hear God by them, speaking to them, and so presumptuously since against him? There Are very many, that if they would listen a little to their own Consciences, might hear God by them, speaking to them, cc av av-j n1 p-acp pno31? pc-acp vbr av d, cst cs pns32 vmd vvi dt j p-acp po32 d n2, vmd vvi np1 p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp pno32, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11991 and saying, What could God have done more for you than he hath done? Would you have strong and healthy bodies? God hath given you them. and saying, What could God have done more for you than he hath done? Would you have strong and healthy bodies? God hath given you them. cc vvg, r-crq vmd np1 vhi vdn av-dc p-acp pn22 cs pns31 vhz vdn? vmd pn22 vhi j cc j n2? np1 vhz vvn pn22 pno32. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11992 Would you have large possessions? great and plentiful estates? God hath given you such. Would you have large possessions? great and plentiful estates? God hath given you such. vmd pn22 vhi j n2? j cc j n2? np1 vhz vvn pn22 d. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11993 Would you have desired a loving Wife, hopeful Children? You have had them. God aggravateth the sin of David from the outward blessings he had blessed him with; Would you have desired a loving Wife, hopeful Children? You have had them. God Aggravateth the since of David from the outward blessings he had blessed him with; vmd pn22 vhi vvd dt j-vvg n1, j n2? pn22 vhb vhn pno32. np1 vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j n2 pns31 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11994 he had raised him to be King over Israel from following the sheep; he had raised him to be King over Israel from following the sheep; pns31 vhd vvn pno31 pc-acp vbi n1 p-acp np1 p-acp vvg dt n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
12018 and for this I have chosen this Text. No other portion of Scripture so fully setting it out together, as the 7 or 8 first verses of this Psalm, which partly shew them. and for this I have chosen this Text. No other portion of Scripture so Fully setting it out together, as the 7 or 8 First Verses of this Psalm, which partly show them. cc p-acp d pns11 vhb vvn d np1 dx j-jn n1 pp-f n1 av av-j vvg pn31 av av, c-acp dt crd cc crd ord n2 pp-f d n1, r-crq av vvb pno32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
11995 he had given him his Masters Houses, and his Masters Wives into his bosom, 1 Sam. 11. Will not God, think you, from hence aggravate your sins another day? Will not this make Hell twice more Hell to you? will it not add more heat to the fire that never shall go out? and pain to the gnawings of that worm that shall never dye? Oh harden not your hearts; he had given him his Masters Houses, and his Masters Wives into his bosom, 1 Sam. 11. Will not God, think you, from hence aggravate your Sins Another day? Will not this make Hell twice more Hell to you? will it not add more heat to the fire that never shall go out? and pain to the gnawings of that worm that shall never die? O harden not your hearts; pns31 vhd vvn pno31 po31 ng1 n2, cc po31 ng1 n2 p-acp po31 n1, crd np1 crd n1 xx np1, vvb pn22, p-acp av vvi po22 n2 j-jn n1? n1 xx d vvi n1 av dc n1 p-acp pn22? vmb pn31 xx vvi dc n1 p-acp dt n1 cst av-x vmb vvi av? cc n1 p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f d n1 cst vmb av-x vvi? uh vvb xx po22 n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11996 to day, while it is called to day hearken to God speaking to you, not only by the voice of his Word, to day, while it is called to day harken to God speaking to you, not only by the voice of his Word, p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp n1 vvi p-acp np1 vvg p-acp pn22, xx av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11997 but by the voice of his Mercies. but by the voice of his mercies. cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11998 O let not that riches of Divine goodness make you worse, which in reason ought to make you better. O let not that riches of Divine Goodness make you Worse, which in reason ought to make you better. sy vvb xx d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vvi pn22 av-jc, r-crq p-acp n1 vmd pc-acp vvi pn22 av-jc. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
11999 Let not your honours, your riches damn you. Let not your honours, your riches damn you. vvb xx po22 n2, po22 n2 vvb pn22. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 602
12000 Take heed that there be not cause to say of you, that if God had not been so good to you, you had not been so leud and profane, Take heed that there be not cause to say of you, that if God had not been so good to you, you had not been so lewd and profane, vvb n1 cst pc-acp vbb xx n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f pn22, cst cs np1 vhd xx vbn av j p-acp pn22, pn22 vhd xx vbn av j cc j, (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12001 so wicked and abominable in his sight. Thus far I have applied this discourse, as to wicked men; so wicked and abominable in his sighed. Thus Far I have applied this discourse, as to wicked men; av j cc j p-acp po31 n1. av av-j pns11 vhb vvn d n1, c-acp p-acp j n2; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12002 it remaineth yet, that I should apply it as to the people of God, shewing them their duty under such dispensations of providence; it remains yet, that I should apply it as to the people of God, showing them their duty under such dispensations of providence; pn31 vvz av, cst pns11 vmd vvi pn31 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg pno32 po32 n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12003 but it is a point fit in our times to be further enlarged upon, than my time will now allow me to do. but it is a point fit in our times to be further enlarged upon, than my time will now allow me to do. cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 j p-acp po12 n2 pc-acp vbi av-jc vvn p-acp, cs po11 n1 vmb av vvi pno11 pc-acp vdi. (49) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12004 SERMON XLV. Psal. 37. v. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7. Fret not thy self because of evil-doers; SERMON XLV. Psalm 37. v. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7. Fret not thy self Because of evildoers; n1 crd. np1 crd n1 crd, crd, crd, crd, crd vvb xx po21 n1 c-acp pp-f n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12005 neither be thou envious at the workers of iniquity. Vers. 3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. neither be thou envious At the workers of iniquity. Vers. 3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. d vbb pns21 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. np1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vdb j. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12006 Vers. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. Vers. 5. Commit thy way unto the Lord, trust also in him. Vers. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. Vers. 5. Commit thy Way unto the Lord, trust also in him. np1 crd n1 po21 n1 av p-acp dt n1. np1 crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb av p-acp pno31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12007 Vers. 7. Rest in the Lord, wait patiently for him. Vers. 8. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Vers. 7. Rest in the Lord, wait patiently for him. Vers. 8. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; np1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1, vvb av-j p-acp pno31. np1 crd vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12008 fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1212 Page 603
12009 THe point I am upon, is to clear up the justice, equity, and reasonableness of the motions of Gods Actual Providence, in the prosperity of wicked men, his afflictings and chastiseings of his own people, THe point I am upon, is to clear up the Justice, equity, and reasonableness of the motions of God's Actual Providence, in the Prosperity of wicked men, his afflictings and chastiseings of his own people, dt n1 pns11 vbm p-acp, vbz pc-acp vvi a-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n2 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, po31 n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 d n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12010 and delivering them up into the hands of those, who although the best of Gods People are sinners, and delivering them up into the hands of those, who although the best of God's People Are Sinners, cc vvg pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq cs dt js pp-f ng1 n1 vbr n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12011 and deserve the severities of God, yet are more wicked, more unrighteous than they. and deserve the severities of God, yet Are more wicked, more unrighteous than they. cc vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, av vbr av-dc j, av-dc j cs pns32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12012 This I have cleared, and made Application of my discourse, so far as may concern wicked men; This I have cleared, and made Application of my discourse, so Far as may concern wicked men; d pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvd n1 pp-f po11 n1, av av-j c-acp vmb vvi j n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12013 That which only yet remains, is to inform the People of God of their duty under such a dispensation: That which only yet remains, is to inform the People of God of their duty under such a Dispensation: cst r-crq av-j av vvz, vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp d dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12014 This has been the case of God's people in former times; This has been the case of God's people in former times; d vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp j n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12015 the estates at least of many who truly fear God, and desire to worship him according to his Will, have been exposed to the vilest men; the estates At least of many who truly Fear God, and desire to worship him according to his Will, have been exposed to the Vilest men; dt n2 p-acp ds pp-f d r-crq av-j vvb np1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi pno31 vvg p-acp po31 n1, vhb vbn vvn p-acp dt js n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1213 Page 603
12020 The prohibitive directions are three. 1. They must not fret, this is repeated three times, v. 1. Fret not thy self because of evil doers. The prohibitive directions Are three. 1. They must not fret, this is repeated three times, v. 1. Fret not thy self Because of evil doers. dt j n2 vbr crd. crd pns32 vmb xx vvi, d vbz vvn crd n2, n1 crd vvb xx po21 n1 c-acp pp-f j-jn n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1215 Page 603
12021 v. 7. Fret not thy self because of him that prospereth in his way, because of the man that bringeth wicked devices, to pass, v. 8. Fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. v. 7. Fret not thy self Because of him that prospereth in his Way, Because of the man that brings wicked devices, to pass, v. 8. Fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. n1 crd vvb xx po21 n1 c-acp pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1, c-acp pp-f dt n1 cst vvz j n2, pc-acp vvi, n1 crd vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1215 Page 603
12022 2. They must not be envious. v. 1. Neither be thou envious at the workers of iniquity. 2. They must not be envious. v. 1. Neither be thou envious At the workers of iniquity. crd pns32 vmb xx vbi j. n1 crd d vbi pns21 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1216 Page 603
12023 3. They must not be angry. v. 8. Cease from anger, forsake wrath. The instructive directions are four. 3. They must not be angry. v. 8. Cease from anger, forsake wrath. The instructive directions Are four. crd pns32 vmb xx vbi j. n1 crd vvb p-acp n1, vvb n1. dt j n2 vbr crd. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1216 Page 603
12024 The first is the exercise of faith. v. 3. Trust in the Lord. v. 5. Commit thy way unto the Lord, trust in him. The First is the exercise of faith. v. 3. Trust in the Lord. v. 5. Commit thy Way unto the Lord, trust in him. dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. n1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1. n1 crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb p-acp pno31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1217 Page 603
12025 v. 7. Rest on the Lord. 2. The second is the practice of holiness. 1. They must not do evil. v. 7. Rest on the Lord. 2. The second is the practice of holiness. 1. They must not do evil. n1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1. crd dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1. crd pns32 vmb xx vdi j-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1217 Page 603
12026 v. 8. so v. 27. They must depart from evil. 2. They must do good. v. 3. v. 27. The same is repeated. v. 8. so v. 27. They must depart from evil. 2. They must do good. v. 3. v. 27. The same is repeated. n1 crd av n1 crd pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n-jn. crd pns32 vmb vdi j. n1 crd n1 crd dt d vbz vvn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1218 Page 603
12027 3. The third is, They must delight themselves in the Lord. v. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. 3. The third is, They must delight themselves in the Lord. v. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. crd dt ord vbz, pns32 vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt n1. n1 crd n1 po21 n1 av p-acp dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1219 Page 603
12028 4. They must wait patiently for God, v. 7. You have it again repeated. v. 34. Wait patiently for him. Wait on the Lord and keep his way. 4. They must wait patiently for God, v. 7. You have it again repeated. v. 34. Wait patiently for him. Wait on the Lord and keep his Way. crd pns32 vmb vvi av-j p-acp np1, n1 crd pn22 vhb pn31 av vvn. n1 crd vvb av-j p-acp pno31. n1 p-acp dt n1 cc vvi po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1220 Page 603
12029 In these 6 or 7 particulars I shall open to you, and press upon you your duty under such dispensations as these. In these 6 or 7 particulars I shall open to you, and press upon you your duty under such dispensations as these. p-acp d crd cc crd n2-j pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi p-acp pn22 po22 n1 p-acp d n2 c-acp d. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1221 Page 603
12030 I will put the three first together, because they have a great affinity, and cognation one with another. I will put the three First together, Because they have a great affinity, and cognation one with Another. pns11 vmb vvi dt crd ord av, c-acp pns32 vhb dt j n1, cc n1 crd p-acp n-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1221 Page 603
12031 1. It is your duty under such a dispensation, Not to fret, to be envious or angry. 1. It is your duty under such a Dispensation, Not to fret, to be envious or angry. crd pn31 vbz po22 n1 p-acp d dt n1, xx pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbi j cc j. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 603
12032 The words in the Hebrew Text are NONLATINALPHABET wch signifie to inflame, to kindle, to burn, The words in the Hebrew Text Are which signify to inflame, to kindle, to burn, dt n2 p-acp dt njp n1 vbr r-crq vvb pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 603
12033 and in a secondary sense to be angry, because anger puts a man into an heat; and in a secondary sense to be angry, Because anger puts a man into an heat; cc p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vbi j, p-acp n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 603
12034 the heating of the blood about the heart by the disorder and disturbance of the gall, is assigned as the natural cause of it. the heating of the blood about the heart by the disorder and disturbance of the Gall, is assigned as the natural cause of it. dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1, vbz vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 603
12035 The moral Philosopher, calleth Anger the irrational perturbation of the mind: The moral Philosopher, calls Anger the irrational perturbation of the mind: dt j n1, vvz n1 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 603
12036 others tell us it is a desire of Revenge, and use to distinguish betwixt ira and iracundia, making the first to be where we have a just cause, the other where there is no cause; Others tell us it is a desire of Revenge, and use to distinguish betwixt ira and Iracundia, making the First to be where we have a just cause, the other where there is no cause; n2-jn vvb pno12 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp fw-la cc n1, vvg dt ord pc-acp vbi c-crq pns12 vhb dt j n1, dt j-jn c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 604
12037 but in short, as to our purpose, anger is to be considered, 1. As a passion, a natural passion; but in short, as to our purpose, anger is to be considered, 1. As a passion, a natural passion; cc-acp p-acp j, c-acp p-acp po12 n1, n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, crd p-acp dt n1, dt j n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1222 Page 604
12038 and so is not in it self sinful, it is a power created in us by God, which we may use well or ill. and so is not in it self sinful, it is a power created in us by God, which we may use well or ill. cc av vbz xx p-acp pn31 n1 j, pn31 vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp np1, r-crq pns12 vmb vvi av cc j-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1223 Page 604
12076 If God had commanded us some great thing, should we not have obeyed him in it? How much more in the forbearing of a little Iust, or passion! If God had commanded us Some great thing, should we not have obeyed him in it? How much more in the forbearing of a little Just, or passion! cs np1 vhd vvn pno12 d j n1, vmd pns12 xx vhi vvn pno31 p-acp pn31? c-crq d dc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt j j, cc n1! (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 605
12039 2. As a Vertue when it is used in a good and justifiable cause when a man is troubled and desireth the punishment of another secundum ordinem rationis, where according to Gods will he ought to be punished. 2. As a Virtue when it is used in a good and justifiable cause when a man is troubled and Desires the punishment of Another secundum ordinem rationis, where according to God's will he ought to be punished. crd p-acp dt n1 c-crq pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j cc j n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvz dt n1 pp-f j-jn fw-la fw-la fw-la, c-crq vvg p-acp n2 vmb pns31 vmd pc-acp vbi vvn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1224 Page 604
12040 3. As a Vice, such the exercise of this passion proveth, when a man is angry either for no just cause, or in an irrational and undue manner. 3. As a Vice, such the exercise of this passion Proves, when a man is angry either for no just cause, or in an irrational and undue manner. crd p-acp dt n1, d dt n1 pp-f d n1 vvz, c-crq dt n1 vbz j av-d p-acp dx j n1, cc p-acp dt j cc j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12041 When wicked men prosper we are commanded not to be angry, not to fret wickedly and sinfully, When wicked men prosper we Are commanded not to be angry, not to fret wickedly and sinfully, c-crq j n2 vvb pns12 vbr vvn xx pc-acp vbi j, xx pc-acp vvi av-j cc av-j, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12042 so as either to be displeased at Gods Providence, as Jonah was for the gourd, so as either to be displeased At God's Providence, as Jonah was for the gourd, av c-acp av-d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n1, p-acp np1 vbds p-acp dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12043 when God asking him if he did well to be angry, plainly implieth that he did ill and not well; when God asking him if he did well to be angry, plainly Implies that he did ill and not well; c-crq np1 vvg pno31 cs pns31 vdd av pc-acp vbi j, av-j vvz cst pns31 vdd n-jn cc xx av; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12044 or to desire an unjust, and undue revenge upon him, either when the person hath not deserved it, or to desire an unjust, and undue revenge upon him, either when the person hath not deserved it, cc pc-acp vvi dt j, cc j n1 p-acp pno31, d c-crq dt n1 vhz xx vvn pn31, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12045 or in an undue order or measure. This Anger first boileth in the heart, and there discovereth it self in evil wishes, and thoughts of sinful revenge; or in an undue order or measure. This Anger First boileth in the heart, and there Discovereth it self in evil wishes, and thoughts of sinful revenge; cc p-acp dt j n1 cc n1. d vvb ord vvz p-acp dt n1, cc a-acp vvz pn31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, cc n2 pp-f j n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12046 then breaketh out at the lips, and sheweth it self in uncomely speeches, reproaches, and revilings; then breaks out At the lips, and shows it self in uncomely Speeches, Reproaches, and revilings; av vvz av p-acp dt n2, cc vvz pn31 n1 p-acp j n2, n2, cc n2-vvg; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12047 and lastly sheweth it self in rendring evil for evil. and lastly shows it self in rendering evil for evil. cc ord vvz pn31 n1 p-acp vvg n-jn p-acp n-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12048 The anger which is here forbidden us under this dispensation of God is such as tendeth to the dishonor of God, to the disturbance of our own Spirits, wiling them, and putting them into disorder; The anger which is Here forbidden us under this Dispensation of God is such as tendeth to the dishonour of God, to the disturbance of our own Spirits, wiling them, and putting them into disorder; dt n1 r-crq vbz av vvn pno12 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1 vbz d c-acp vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 d n2, vvg pno32, cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12049 and to the unjust disturbance of others. and to the unjust disturbance of Others. cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12050 From this anger it is the will of God that his people under such dispensations should cease. From this anger it is the will of God that his people under such dispensations should cease. p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 cst po31 n1 p-acp d n2 vmd vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12051 This is the wrath they should forsake. The word translated [ envy ] signifieth to envy or emulate. This is the wrath they should forsake. The word translated [ envy ] signifies to envy or emulate. d vbz dt n1 pns32 vmd vvi. dt n1 vvn [ np1-n ] vvz p-acp vvb cc vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1225 Page 604
12052 Envy is properly an hatred of or a trouble for the felicity of another, whether the cause of it be a fear of some hurt to our selves, Envy is properly an hatred of or a trouble for the felicity of Another, whither the cause of it be a Fear of Some hurt to our selves, vvb vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, cs dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp po12 n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12053 or a discontent that it is well with them, or that they are in a better estate than our selves. or a discontent that it is well with them, or that they Are in a better estate than our selves. cc dt n-jn cst pn31 vbz av p-acp pno32, cc cst pns32 vbr p-acp dt jc n1 cs po12 n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12054 Hence is hatred, detraction, rejoicing in the evil of our neighbour, Affliction at their prosperity, &c. There is a just anger at the prosperity of wicked men as, God is dishonoured by reason of it, Hence is hatred, detraction, rejoicing in the evil of our neighbour, Affliction At their Prosperity, etc. There is a just anger At the Prosperity of wicked men as, God is dishonoured by reason of it, av vbz n1, np1-n, vvg p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po12 n1, n1 p-acp po32 n1, av pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 a-acp, np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 pp-f pn31, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12055 and the interest of God in the world suffereth by it; and the Interest of God in the world suffers by it; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp pn31; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12056 for the heart of a man to be hot and zealous for God, yea and to desire Gods just revenge of his own name and glory upon sinners, is but what he may and ought to crave and do. for the heart of a man to be hight and zealous for God, yea and to desire God's just revenge of his own name and glory upon Sinners, is but what he may and ought to crave and do. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vbi j cc j p-acp np1, uh cc pc-acp vvi npg1 j n1 pp-f po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp n2, vbz cc-acp r-crq pns31 vmb cc pi pc-acp vvi cc vdb. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12057 Thus we find Moses, the meekest men on the Earth often angry, and executing the vengeance upon God but for a man to be displeased and discontented at Gods Providence for it, Thus we find Moses, the Meekest men on the Earth often angry, and executing the vengeance upon God but for a man to be displeased and discontented At God's Providence for it, av pns12 vvb np1, dt js n2 p-acp dt n1 av j, cc vvg dt n1 p-acp np1 cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp ng1 n1 p-acp pn31, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12058 or to be angry at their Bretherns good, this is sinful, the first is against the love which we owe to God, the second against the love which we owe unto our Neighbour. or to be angry At their Brethrens good, this is sinful, the First is against the love which we owe to God, the second against the love which we owe unto our Neighbour. cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp po32 ng2 j, d vbz j, dt ord vbz p-acp dt vvb r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, dt ord p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12059 To desire an undue or unjust punishment of them, is a sin against Justice, that Justice which we owe unto all men; To desire an undue or unjust punishment of them, is a since against justice, that justice which we owe unto all men; pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1 pp-f pno32, vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, cst n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp d n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12060 this envying at the prosperity of sinners, is forbidden also in other Texts. Prov. 3.31. Envy not thou the oppressor, chuse none of his ways, Prov. 24.1. Be not envious as the evil doers, neither desire thou to be with them. this envying At the Prosperity of Sinners, is forbidden also in other Texts. Curae 3.31. Envy not thou the oppressor, choose none of his ways, Curae 24.1. Be not envious as the evil doers, neither desire thou to be with them. d vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz vvn av p-acp j-jn n2. np1 crd. vvb xx pns21 dt n1, vvb pix pp-f po31 n2, np1 crd. vbb xx j c-acp dt j-jn n2, dx n1 pns21 pc-acp vbi p-acp pno32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12061 In sum, God in this precept, forbiddeth his people under such dispensations: In sum, God in this precept, forbiddeth his people under such dispensations: p-acp n1, np1 p-acp d n1, vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12062 all discontentment at their own low estate, all displeasure at Gods dealings with others, all accusations of God of injustice or hard dealings with his people whatsoever, all discontentment At their own low estate, all displeasure At God's dealings with Others, all accusations of God of injustice or hard dealings with his people whatsoever, d n1 p-acp po32 d j n1, d n1 p-acp n2 n2-vvg p-acp n2-jn, d n2 pp-f np1 pp-f n1 cc j n2-vvg p-acp po31 n1 r-crq, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12063 as a fruit, or indication of any of those passions, is certainly here forbidden us, under the notions of fretting, being angry, or envious. as a fruit, or indication of any of those passion, is Certainly Here forbidden us, under the notions of fretting, being angry, or envious. c-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d pp-f d n2, vbz av-j av vvn pno12, p-acp dt n2 pp-f vvg, vbg j, cc j. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12064 Let me now press this negative or prohibitive part of your duty upon you by some few arguments. Let me now press this negative or prohibitive part of your duty upon you by Some few Arguments. vvb pno11 av vvi d j-jn cc j n1 pp-f po22 n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp d d n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1226 Page 604
12065 1. I beseech you to consider the exceeding sinfulness of it: when God said to the Prophet Jonah. Dost thou well to be angry, it is certainly implyed that he did not well. 1. I beseech you to Consider the exceeding sinfulness of it: when God said to the Prophet Jonah. Dost thou well to be angry, it is Certainly employed that he did not well. crd pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi dt vvg n1 pp-f pn31: c-crq np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 np1. vd2 pns21 av pc-acp vbi j, pn31 vbz av-j vvn cst pns31 vdd xx av. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12066 It is in this Psalm twice forbidden us, twice in the Book of Proverbs, at least. It is in this Psalm twice forbidden us, twice in the Book of Proverbs, At least. pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 av vvn pno12, av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp ds. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12067 Envy is by the Apostle reckoned up as one of the fruits of the flesh; now certainly if no more could be said than this; Envy is by the Apostle reckoned up as one of the fruits of the Flesh; now Certainly if not more could be said than this; vvb vbz p-acp dt n1 vvd a-acp p-acp crd pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1; av av-j cs xx av-dc vmd vbi vvn cs d; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12068 It is the will of God, that if thou seest the wicked prosper, grow rich, It is the will of God, that if thou See the wicked prosper, grow rich, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, cst cs pns21 vv2 dt j vvi, vvb j, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12069 and great, thou shouldst not be displeased at God, nor envy them, &c. This should be enough to engage the people of God to take heed to their Spirits in this thing; and great, thou Shouldst not be displeased At God, nor envy them, etc. This should be enough to engage the people of God to take heed to their Spirits in this thing; cc j, pns21 vmd2 xx vbi vvn p-acp np1, ccx vvi pno32, av d vmd vbi av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12070 and indeed we had need watch, for we shall find our Souls under very great temptations in the case, and indeed we had need watch, for we shall find our Souls under very great temptations in the case, cc av pns12 vhd n1 vvi, c-acp pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp av j n2 p-acp dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12071 and that it is a very hard thing for a good man to look with a good Eye upon the prosperity of wicked men. and that it is a very hard thing for a good man to look with a good Eye upon the Prosperity of wicked men. cc cst pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1227 Page 604
12072 2. But I shall shew you, that it is a sin which receiveth more than ordinary aggravations. 1. As first, it is against the express letter of the Divine Law, 1 Kings 11.9, 10. It is said, that the Lord was angry with Solomon, 2. But I shall show you, that it is a since which receives more than ordinary aggravations. 1. As First, it is against the express Letter of the Divine Law, 1 Kings 11.9, 10. It is said, that the Lord was angry with Solomon, crd p-acp pns11 vmb vvi pn22, cst pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz av-dc cs j n2. crd p-acp ord, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, crd n2 crd, crd pn31 vbz vvn, cst dt n1 vbds j p-acp np1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 604
12073 because his heart was turned from the Lord God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice, Because his heart was turned from the Lord God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice, c-acp po31 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 np1 pp-f np1, r-crq vhd vvn p-acp pno31 av, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 604
12074 and had commanded him concerning this thing that he should not go after other Gods. God hath commanded us concerning this thing, this particular thing, and had commanded him Concerning this thing that he should not go After other God's God hath commanded us Concerning this thing, this particular thing, cc vhd vvn pno31 vvg d n1 cst pns31 vmd xx vvi p-acp j-jn n2 np1 vhz vvn pno12 vvg d n1, d j n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 604
12075 and hath been pleased to make it the matter of a precept many times repeated. and hath been pleased to make it the matter of a precept many times repeated. cc vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 d n2 vvn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 604
12077 It is not concluded a sin, meerly from consequence of Scripture, or to be concluded from some precepts that are laid down there, it is the express letter of Scripture, he that runs may read the will of God concerning this. It is not concluded a since, merely from consequence of Scripture, or to be concluded from Some Precepts that Are laid down there, it is the express Letter of Scripture, he that runs may read the will of God Concerning this. pn31 vbz xx vvn dt n1, av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp d n2 cst vbr vvn a-acp a-acp, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns31 cst vvz vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1228 Page 605
12078 2. Again, by how much the more precepts are violated by any sinful action, by so much the sin is greater: 2. Again, by how much the more Precepts Are violated by any sinful actium, by so much the since is greater: crd av, p-acp c-crq av-d dt dc n2 vbr vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp av av-d dt n1 vbz jc: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1229 Page 605
12079 you have heard this is a Sin against both Tables; you have herd this is a since against both Tables; pn22 vhb vvn d vbz dt n1 p-acp d n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1229 Page 605
12080 a sin against the duty which we owe unto God, and the duty which we owe to our Neighbour; a since against the duty which we owe unto God, and the duty which we owe to our Neighbour; dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, cc dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1229 Page 605
12081 that which we are forbidden in many Scriptures, those so plain that he who runs may read them. that which we Are forbidden in many Scriptures, those so plain that he who runs may read them. cst r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp d n2, d av j cst pns31 r-crq vvz vmb vvi pno32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1229 Page 605
12082 3. Again, Some sins are in their own nature more heinous than others, amongst others the sin of Murther is a very great transgression. Solomon saith, Prov. 6.32. Men do not despise a thief if he stealeth to satisfy his Soul when he is hungry, but, v. 32. whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding, he doth injury to his neighbour of an higher nature. 3. Again, some Sins Are in their own nature more heinous than Others, among Others the since of Murder is a very great Transgression. Solomon Says, Curae 6.32. Men do not despise a thief if he steals to satisfy his Soul when he is hungry, but, v. 32. whoso Committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding, he does injury to his neighbour of an higher nature. crd av, d n2 vbr p-acp po32 d n1 av-dc j cs n2-jn, p-acp n2-jn dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt av j n1. np1 vvz, np1 crd. n2 vdb xx vvi dt n1 cs pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vbz j, p-acp, n1 crd r-crq vvz n1 p-acp dt n1 vvz n1, pns31 vdz n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f dt jc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1230 Page 605
12083 But now Murther that is an higher transgression; St. John tells us no Murtherer hath eternal life. But now Murder that is an higher Transgression; Saint John tells us no Murderer hath Eternal life. p-acp av vvb cst vbz dt jc n1; n1 np1 vvz pno12 dx n1 vhz j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1230 Page 605
12084 Our Saviour reduceth Anger and Envy under the commandment, Thou shalt not kill; and makes him that is angry with his Brother without a cause no less than a Murtherer. Our Saviour reduceth Anger and Envy under the Commandment, Thou shalt not kill; and makes him that is angry with his Brother without a cause no less than a Murderer. po12 n1 vvz n1 cc vvb p-acp dt n1, pns21 vm2 xx vvi; cc vvz pno31 cst vbz j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 av-dx dc cs dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1230 Page 605
12085 4. Further yet, a sin that breaketh out at the lips in sinful words, or in the conversation by irregular actions, is greater, 4. Further yet, a since that breaks out At the lips in sinful words, or in the Conversation by irregular actions, is greater, crd av-jc av, dt n1 cst vvz av p-acp dt n2 p-acp j n2, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp j n2, vbz jc, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1231 Page 605
12086 than that which is only in the heart defiling that; than that which is only in the heart defiling that; cs d r-crq vbz av-j p-acp dt n1 vvg cst; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1231 Page 605
12087 Now it is a very hard thing for men to keep the fire of anger and envy within the chimney of their corrupt hearts: Now it is a very hard thing for men to keep the fire of anger and envy within the chimney of their corrupt hearts: av pn31 vbz dt av j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 j n2: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1231 Page 605
12088 Even the best men have not been able to keep it in. Even the best men have not been able to keep it in. av-j dt js n2 vhb xx vbn j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1231 Page 605
12089 5. Finally by how much any sin is more the mother of Sin, and brings forth more sins, by so much the greater it is. 5. Finally by how much any since is more the mother of since, and brings forth more Sins, by so much the greater it is. crd av-j p-acp c-crq d d n1 vbz dc cs n1 pp-f n1, cc vvz av dc n2, p-acp av av-d dt jc pn31 vbz. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1232 Page 605
12090 This fretting, and envying at the prosperity of sinners, besides the discontent, and impatience of the Spirit which constantly attendeth it, bringeth forth a world of sin at our lips, This fretting, and envying At the Prosperity of Sinners, beside the discontent, and impatience of the Spirit which constantly attends it, brings forth a world of since At our lips, d vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n-jn, cc n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq av-j vvz pn31, vvz av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po12 n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1232 Page 605
12091 and in our conversation, reviling speeches, detracting words, spightful thoughts, words and actions, &c. 2. Again, this sin receiveth an aggravation from the persons offending. In that Text, 1 Kings 11.4, 9. I observe two aggravations of Solomons sin of Apostacy. The first, that he did it when he was old, so had he great experiences of God. and in our Conversation, reviling Speeches, detracting words, spiteful thoughts, words and actions, etc. 2. Again, this since receives an aggravation from the Persons offending. In that Text, 1 Kings 11.4, 9. I observe two aggravations of Solomons since of Apostasy. The First, that he did it when he was old, so had he great experiences of God. cc p-acp po12 n1, vvg n2, n-vvg n2, j n2, n2 cc n2, av crd av, d n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 vvg. p-acp d n1, crd n2 crd, crd pns11 vvb crd n2 pp-f np1 n1 pp-f n1. dt ord, cst pns31 vdd pn31 c-crq pns31 vbds j, av vhd pns31 j n2 pp-f np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1232 Page 605
12092 v. 9. there's another expression, it was after God had appeared to him twice: v. 9. there's Another expression, it was After God had appeared to him twice: n1 crd pc-acp|vbz j-jn n1, pn31 vbds p-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp pno31 av: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12112 as to give a reasonable ground or occasion for a Child of God, to give himself the disturbance so much as of one hour, as to give a reasonable ground or occasion for a Child of God, to give himself the disturbance so much as of one hour, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi px31 dt n1 av av-d c-acp pp-f crd n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12093 for men that know not God, nor have had any experience of his ways, to fret and vex that others have more of the world than they have, is not such a guilt as for the people of God to do it. for men that know not God, nor have had any experience of his ways, to fret and vex that Others have more of the world than they have, is not such a guilt as for the people of God to do it. p-acp n2 d vvb xx np1, ccx vhb vhn d n1 pp-f po31 n2, pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2-jn vhb n1 pp-f dt n1 cs pns32 vhb, vbz xx d dt n1 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vdi pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12094 They are called the Children of Light, and that not only in respect of grace, They Are called the Children of Light, and that not only in respect of grace, pns32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f n1, cc cst xx av-j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12095 and mercy, which may be compared to light of which they are Children, but with respect to knowledg; and mercy, which may be compared to Light of which they Are Children, but with respect to knowledge; cc n1, r-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp n1 pp-f r-crq pns32 vbr n2, cc-acp p-acp n1 p-acp n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12096 they are a people who know better things than others and should know the riches, the honours all the good things of the world are not worth valuing, they Are a people who know better things than Others and should know the riches, the honours all the good things of the world Are not worth valuing, pns32 vbr dt n1 r-crq vvb jc n2 cs n2-jn cc vmd vvi dt n2, dt n2 d dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr xx j vvg, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12097 now for you after that you have been thus far enlightened, still to be so enamoured upon them as to fret, vex, and be envious, because others have more of them than you have; must be a great transgression; now for you After that you have been thus Far enlightened, still to be so enamoured upon them as to fret, vex, and be envious, Because Others have more of them than you have; must be a great Transgression; av c-acp pn22 p-acp d pn22 vhb vbn av av-j vvn, av pc-acp vbi av vvn p-acp pno32 c-acp p-acp vvb, vvb, cc vbb j, c-acp n2-jn vhb n1 pp-f pno32 cs pn22 vhb; vmb vbi dt j n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12098 Especially to consider that you are the Children of God, hears of grace, yea and of glory too. Especially to Consider that you Are the Children of God, hears of grace, yea and of glory too. av-j pc-acp vvi cst pn22 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, vvz pp-f n1, uh cc pp-f n1 av. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12099 Thus I remember the Father of the Prodigal, rebuked his Son fretting for the fatted Calf slain for his Brother; Thus I Remember the Father of the Prodigal, rebuked his Son fretting for the fatted Calf slave for his Brother; av pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, vvd po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt vvn n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12100 Son (saith he,) remember thou art always with me, and all that I have is thine, Son (Says he,) Remember thou art always with me, and all that I have is thine, n1 (vvz pns31,) vvb pns21 vb2r av p-acp pno11, cc d cst pns11 vhb vbz png21, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12101 for those whom God hath made the heirs of grace and glory, the heirs of the Kingdom, to whom God hath said All that I have is thine. for those whom God hath made the Heirs of grace and glory, the Heirs of the Kingdom, to whom God hath said All that I have is thine. c-acp d r-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp ro-crq np1 vhz vvn d cst pns11 vhb vbz png21. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12102 I say for these to fret, vex and repine that wicked men prosper in this world, I say for these to fret, vex and repine that wicked men prosper in this world, pns11 vvb p-acp d pc-acp vvi, vvb cc vvi d j n2 vvb p-acp d n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12103 and have a little of this worlds goods, must be a great provocation. and have a little of this world's goods, must be a great provocation. cc vhb dt j pp-f d ng1 n2-j, vmb vbi dt j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12104 And to this, there are not many of Gods people but in one degree or other, have had an experience of the incertainty, And to this, there Are not many of God's people but in one degree or other, have had an experience of the incertainty, cc p-acp d, pc-acp vbr xx d pp-f npg1 n1 cc-acp p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn, vhb vhn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12105 and vanity of all these things, enough to depretiate them, and render them invaluable to any good and gracious heart. and vanity of all these things, enough to depretiate them, and render them invaluable to any good and gracious heart. cc n1 pp-f d d n2, av-d pc-acp vvi pno32, cc vvi pno32 j p-acp d j cc j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1233 Page 605
12106 Further yet, what doth any man get by fretting, vexing, or being envious at the prosperity of sinners? as our Saviour said of thought-fulness, none can by thinking add one cubit to his stature. Further yet, what does any man get by fretting, vexing, or being envious At the Prosperity of Sinners? as our Saviour said of thoughtfulness, none can by thinking add one cubit to his stature. jc av, q-crq vdz d n1 vvi p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vbg j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2? p-acp po12 n1 vvd pp-f n1, pix vmb p-acp vvg vvi crd n1 p-acp po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12107 So I may say, none by fretting, vexing, or envy, can either detract a cubit from the stature of a sinner in prosperity, So I may say, none by fretting, vexing, or envy, can either detract a cubit from the stature of a sinner in Prosperity, av pns11 vmb vvi, pix p-acp vvg, vvg, cc n1, vmb av-d vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12108 nor add a cubit to his own, it is a sin, that can end in nothing but murmurings and repinings against God, in tormenting and macerating of our selves, nor add a cubit to his own, it is a since, that can end in nothing but murmurings and repinings against God, in tormenting and macerating of our selves, ccx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 d, pn31 vbz dt n1, cst vmb vvi p-acp pix cc-acp n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp np1, p-acp vvg cc vvg pp-f po12 n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12109 and in the discomposure of our Spirits. and in the discomposure of our Spirits. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12110 To shut up this discourse by how much any sin is more causeless, by so much the greater it is, there is neither so much good in the highest prosperity a sinner is capable of, To shut up this discourse by how much any since is more causeless, by so much the greater it is, there is neither so much good in the highest Prosperity a sinner is capable of, p-acp vvn a-acp d n1 p-acp c-crq d d n1 vbz av-dc j, p-acp av av-d dt jc pn31 vbz, pc-acp vbz dx av d j p-acp dt js n1 dt n1 vbz j pp-f, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12111 nor so much evil in the lowest and most afflicted estate of the people of God, nor so much evil in the lowest and most afflicted estate of the people of God, ccx av d n-jn p-acp dt js cc av-ds j-vvn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12113 or to wile his Spirit, for — tolluntur in altum, ut lapsu graviore ruant, they are set in slippery places, they are mounted up to Heaven, or to wile his Spirit, for — tolluntur in altum, ut lapsu graviore ruant, they Are Set in slippery places, they Are mounted up to Heaven, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1, c-acp — fw-la p-acp fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, pns32 vbr vvn p-acp j n2, pns32 vbr vvn a-acp p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12114 but they shall be thrown down to Hell. but they shall be thrown down to Hell. cc-acp pns32 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 605
12115 It will be a great piece of a sinners infelicity in Hell, that he hath had an external felicity upon earth. It will be a great piece of a Sinners infelicity in Hell, that he hath had an external felicity upon earth. pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1 pp-f dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1, cst pns31 vhz vhn dt j n1 p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 606
12116 But I have shewed you this largely in the opening of the Doctrine. But I have showed you this largely in the opening of the Doctrine. p-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 606
12117 This is enough to have spoken to the first thing in a Christians duty under such a dispensation. This is enough to have spoken to the First thing in a Christians duty under such a Dispensation. d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt njpg2 n1 p-acp d dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1234 Page 606
12118 2. I proceed to a second thing, wherein the duty of a child of God lieth under such a dispensation of Providence, 2. I proceed to a second thing, wherein the duty of a child of God lies under such a Dispensation of Providence, crd pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12119 as I have been discoursing of; That is, living a life of faith. as I have been discoursing of; That is, living a life of faith. c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg a-acp; cst vbz, vvg dt n1 pp-f n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12120 This is called Trusting in the Lord, vers. 3. Committing our way unto the Lord, vers. 5. Resting on the Lord, vers. 7. Trust in the Lord, vers. 3. and verily thou shalt be fed: This is called Trusting in the Lord, vers. 3. Committing our Way unto the Lord, vers. 5. Resting on the Lord, vers. 7. Trust in the Lord, vers. 3. and verily thou shalt be fed: d vbz vvn vvg p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd vvg po12 n1 p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd j-vvg p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd vvb p-acp dt n1, fw-la. crd cc av-j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12121 it may be read, and is read by some, Feed upon truth: the words are NONLATINALPHABET The Psalmist useth three or four words here expressive of this Duty NONLATINALPHABET, which some translate hope; so the LXX NONLATINALPHABET. NONLATINALPHABET that all translate feed, NONLATINALPHABET devolve: it is also translated dirige, detege, confide; it may be read, and is read by Some, Feed upon truth: the words Are The Psalmist uses three or four words Here expressive of this Duty, which Some translate hope; so the LXX. that all translate feed, devolve: it is also translated dirige, detege, confide; pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cc vbz vvn p-acp d, vvb p-acp n1: dt n2 vbr dt n1 vvz crd cc crd n2 av j pp-f d n1, r-crq d vvb vvb; av dt crd. cst d vvb vvi, vvi: pn31 vbz av vvn fw-la, vvb, vvi; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12122 the last word is NONLATINALPHABET, which some translate expect; some, beg or desire. The first word is used vers. 3. which, the last word is, which Some translate expect; Some, beg or desire. The First word is used vers. 3. which, dt ord n1 vbz, r-crq d vvb vvi; d, vvb cc vvb. dt ord n1 vbz vvn fw-la. crd r-crq, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12123 as I told you, some translate hope, some translate trust; there is no great difference, for all hope doth imply trusting; as I told you, Some translate hope, Some translate trust; there is no great difference, for all hope does imply trusting; c-acp pns11 vvd pn22, d vvb vvi, d vvi vvi; a-acp vbz dx j n1, p-acp d n1 vdz vvi vvg; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12124 and no man trusteth but he will hope. and no man Trusteth but he will hope. cc dx n1 vvz p-acp pns31 vmb vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12125 I will turn you to some other texts where the same word is used, Psal. 25.2 O my God, I will trust in thee, let me not be ashamed. Prov. 28.26. He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool. Jer. 7.8. Behold you trust in lying words, that will not profit. I will turn you to Some other texts where the same word is used, Psalm 25.2 Oh my God, I will trust in thee, let me not be ashamed. Curae 28.26. He that Trusteth in his own heart is a fool. Jer. 7.8. Behold you trust in lying words, that will not profit. pns11 vmb vvi pn22 p-acp d j-jn n2 c-crq dt d n1 vbz vvn, np1 crd uh po11 np1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21, vvb pno11 xx vbi j. np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz p-acp po31 d n1 vbz dt n1. np1 crd. vvb pn22 vvb p-acp vvg n2, cst vmb xx vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12126 Psal. 118. It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in man. Psalm 118. It is better to trust in the Lord, than to put confidence in man. np1 crd pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, cs pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12127 In short, it signifieth to repose a confidence in another for the effecting of something for our advantage; In short, it signifies to repose a confidence in Another for the effecting of something for our advantage; p-acp j, pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp j-jn c-acp dt vvg pp-f pi p-acp po12 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12128 from which act of the mind proceedeth another, which is hoping, which is the souls motion in expectation of a thing. from which act of the mind Proceedeth Another, which is hoping, which is the Souls motion in expectation of a thing. p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz j-jn, r-crq vbz vvg, r-crq vbz dt ng1 n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12129 The second expression, as we translate it, is verily thou shalt be fed, as others feed on truth. The second expression, as we translate it, is verily thou shalt be fed, as Others feed on truth. dt ord n1, c-acp pns12 vvb pn31, vbz av-j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, p-acp n2-jn vvb p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12130 It is the word that is ordinarily used in Scripture, and translated truth: the word translated feed, is also what is ordinarily so translated; It is the word that is ordinarily used in Scripture, and translated truth: the word translated feed, is also what is ordinarily so translated; pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz av-jn vvn p-acp n1, cc vvn n1: dt n1 vvn vvi, vbz av q-crq vbz av-j av vvn; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12131 those that translate it verily, take it adverbially: those that translate it verily, take it adverbially: d cst vvb pn31 av-j, vvb pn31 av-j: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12132 but how NONLATINALPHABET is translated thou shalt be fed, I do not understand, and therefore prefer the other reading of some learned men; but how is translated thou shalt be fed, I do not understand, and Therefore prefer the other reading of Some learned men; cc-acp q-crq vbz vvn pns21 vm2 vbi vvn, pns11 vdb xx vvi, cc av vvb dt j-jn n-vvg pp-f d j n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12133 and feed upon truth: so truth is the object, and feeding signifies the act. And thus it beareth a proportion to that Text, Hab. 2.4. The just shall live by faith; and feed upon truth: so truth is the Object, and feeding signifies the act. And thus it bears a proportion to that Text, Hab. 2.4. The just shall live by faith; cc vvb p-acp n1: av n1 vbz dt n1, cc vvg vvz dt n1. cc av pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1, np1 crd. dt j vmb vvi p-acp n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12134 wicked men feed upon the wind, Hos. 12.1. upon Ashes, Isaiah 44.20. But (saith the Psalmist) feed thou upon truth, the truth of Gods word. wicked men feed upon the wind, Hos. 12.1. upon Ashes, Isaiah 44.20. But (Says the Psalmist) feed thou upon truth, the truth of God's word. j n2 vvb p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. p-acp n2, np1 crd. cc-acp (vvz dt n1) vvb pns21 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12135 It may be thou canst not feed upon bread, thou haste not that to eat; It may be thou Canst not feed upon bred, thou haste not that to eat; pn31 vmb vbi pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1, pns21 vvb xx d pc-acp vvi; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12136 but if thou canst not feed upon bread, feed upon the promises, feed upon truth, O doctrinam auream (saith a grave Author) debere 〈 … 〉 ••stram alimoniam, omnem vitam in hac terra conjunctam habere fidem, O golden sentence, that all our livelihood in this world is faith. but if thou Canst not feed upon bred, feed upon the promises, feed upon truth, Oh Doctrinam Auream (Says a grave Author) Debere 〈 … 〉 ••stram alimoniam, omnem vitam in hac terra conjunctam habere fidem, Oh golden sentence, that all our livelihood in this world is faith. cc-acp cs pns21 vm2 xx vvi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp dt n2, vvb p-acp n1, uh fw-la vvb (vvz dt j n1) vvb 〈 … 〉 fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh j n1, cst d po12 n1 p-acp d n1 vbz n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12137 A third expression is, Commit thy way unto the Lord; Ar. Montanus translateth it roul, the Arabick version, discover thy way unto the Lord: A third expression is, Commit thy Way unto the Lord; Ar. Montanus Translate it roll, the Arabic version, discover thy Way unto the Lord: dt ord n1 vbz, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1; np1 np1 vvz pn31 n1, dt jp n1, vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12138 the word is used Gen. 29.38. and they shall roul the stone. Prov. 26.27. He that rouleth a stone it shall return upon him. the word is used Gen. 29.38. and they shall roll the stone. Curae 26.27. He that Ruleth a stone it shall return upon him. dt n1 vbz vvn np1 crd. cc pns32 vmb vvi dt n1. np1 crd. pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi p-acp pno31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12139 The fourth time is NONLATINALPHABET, we translate it rest in the Lord, others, be silent to the Lord; So Lam. 3.26. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait. I shall not much insist on that word: The fourth time is, we translate it rest in the Lord, Others, be silent to the Lord; So Lam. 3.26. It is good that a man should both hope and quietly wait. I shall not much insist on that word: dt ord n1 vbz, pns12 vvb pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, n2-jn, vbb j p-acp dt n1; av np1 crd. pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 vmd d n1 cc av-jn vvi. pns11 vmb xx d vvi p-acp d n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12140 there is a double rest, 1. A rest of confidence. 2. A rest of silence; of which more when I come to speak of the duty of patience under this dispensation. there is a double rest, 1. A rest of confidence. 2. A rest of silence; of which more when I come to speak of the duty of patience under this Dispensation. pc-acp vbz dt j-jn n1, crd dt n1 pp-f n1. crd dt n1 pp-f n1; pp-f r-crq n1 c-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12141 You have heard the words expressive of the Act; there are two words in these verses, that express the object of this Act; Truth, The Lord Jehovah. You have herd the words expressive of the Act; there Are two words in these Verses, that express the Object of this Act; Truth, The Lord Jehovah. pn22 vhb vvn dt n2 j pp-f dt n1; pc-acp vbr crd n2 p-acp d n2, cst vvb dt n1 pp-f d n1; n1, dt n1 np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12142 God is the objectum quod: Jer. 17.3, 4. Cursed be he that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm. God is the Objectum quod: Jer. 17.3, 4. Cursed be he that Trusteth in man, and makes Flesh his arm. np1 vbz dt fw-la fw-la: np1 crd, crd vvd vbb pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12143 God is the object which the soul is to trust in. God is the Object which the soul is to trust in. np1 vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12144 The word of truth is the next object, the object by and through which, and upon the account and incouragement of which, we trust in God at such a time. The word of truth is the next Object, the Object by and through which, and upon the account and encouragement of which, we trust in God At such a time. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt ord n1, dt n1 p-acp cc p-acp r-crq, cc p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f r-crq, pns12 vvb p-acp np1 p-acp d dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12145 The object of faith is the truth, power and goodness of God revealed to the child of God in the word. The Object of faith is the truth, power and Goodness of God revealed to the child of God in the word. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12146 There are usually mentioned two acts of faith. The first is called Assent, by which the soul agreeeth to the Proposition of the word, There Are usually mentioned two acts of faith. The First is called Assent, by which the soul agreeth to the Proposition of the word, pc-acp vbr av-j vvn crd n2 pp-f n1. dt ord vbz vvn vvi, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12147 as a true saying. The second is an Act of recumbency, a resting upon the promise, a resting upon Gods truth, power and goodness, as a true saying. The second is an Act of recumbency, a resting upon the promise, a resting upon God's truth, power and Goodness, c-acp dt j n-vvg. dt ord vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, dt vvg p-acp dt n1, dt j-vvg p-acp ng1 n1, n1 cc n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12148 as declared and held forth in his word. as declared and held forth in his word. c-acp vvn cc vvd av p-acp po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12149 This is that which prophane persons in our age (to shew their Atheism as well as wit) call a lolling upon Christ and his promise. This is that which profane Persons in our age (to show their Atheism as well as wit) call a lolling upon christ and his promise. d vbz d r-crq j n2 p-acp po12 n1 (pc-acp vvi po32 n1 c-acp av c-acp n1) vvb dt vvg p-acp np1 cc po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12150 Rolling our selves and resting upon Jehovah, and upon the word of truth, are (as you see) Scripture-terms of which we need not be ashamed. Rolling our selves and resting upon Jehovah, and upon the word of truth, Are (as you see) Scripture-terms of which we need not be ashamed. vvg po12 n2 cc vvg p-acp np1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr (c-acp pn22 vvb) n2 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb xx vbi j. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12151 Hence if you ask me, what it is for the soul of a Christian to live by faith in an evil time. Hence if you ask me, what it is for the soul of a Christian to live by faith in an evil time. av cs pn22 vvb pno11, r-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt njp pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12152 I answer it lyeth in two things. I answer it lies in two things. pns11 vvb pn31 vvz p-acp crd n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1235 Page 606
12153 1. In the souls fixed and steady assent unto those Promises which God hath made to his People, suted to such a dispensation. 1. In the Souls fixed and steady assent unto those Promises which God hath made to his People, suited to such a Dispensation. crd p-acp dt n2 vvn cc j n1 p-acp d vvz r-crq n1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvn p-acp d dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 606
12154 These are many and more than one sort: These Are many and more than one sort: d vbr d cc av-dc cs crd n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 606
12155 they are written in the Scripture, and brought to our minds by reading and by hearing the word of God: they Are written in the Scripture, and brought to our minds by reading and by hearing the word of God: pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd p-acp po12 n2 p-acp vvg cc p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f np1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 606
12156 the business of faith is to unite the soul to these words, and to command the soul into a fixed and steady assent to them, that the soul shall no more doubt of the fulfilling them, the business of faith is to unite the soul to these words, and to command the soul into a fixed and steady assent to them, that the soul shall no more doubt of the fulfilling them, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-vvn cc j n1 p-acp pno32, cst dt n1 vmb av-dx dc n1 pp-f dt vvg pno32, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 606
12157 than of any thing of more sensible demonstration. These Promises might be brought under several heads: than of any thing of more sensible demonstration. These Promises might be brought under several Heads: cs pp-f d n1 pp-f dc j n1. np1 vvz vmd vbi vvn p-acp j n2: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 606
12158 I intend not to inlarge this discourse so far as to treat of all. I shall only instance in two sorts, and speak something to them. I intend not to enlarge this discourse so Far as to Treat of all. I shall only instance in two sorts, and speak something to them. pns11 vvb xx pc-acp vvi d n1 av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pp-f d. pns11 vmb av-j n1 p-acp crd n2, cc vvi pi p-acp pno32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1236 Page 607
12159 1. The first is those promises which God hath made for the destruction of wicked men, 1. The First is those promises which God hath made for the destruction of wicked men, crd dt ord vbz d n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12160 though set upon the highest pinacle of honour, power and prosperity: though Set upon the highest pinnacle of honour, power and Prosperity: cs vvn p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1, n1 cc n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12161 of which you have divers in this very Psalm, vers. 2. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, of which you have diverse in this very Psalm, vers. 2. For they shall soon be Cut down like the grass, pp-f r-crq pn22 vhb j p-acp d j n1, fw-la. crd c-acp pns32 vmb av vbi vvn a-acp av-j dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12162 and wither like the green herb: vers. 9. For evil doers shall be cut off: vers. 10. Yet a little while and the wicked shall not be: and wither like the green herb: vers. 9. For evil doers shall be Cut off: vers. 10. Yet a little while and the wicked shall not be: cc vvi av-j dt j-jn n1: zz. crd p-acp j-jn n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp: zz. crd av dt j n1 cc dt j vmb xx vbi: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12163 yea thou shalt diligently consider his place, and it shall not be. So vers. 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 28, 38. Psal. 1.4. They shall be as the chaff, which the wind bloweth to and fro. yea thou shalt diligently Consider his place, and it shall not be. So vers. 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 28, 38. Psalm 1.4. They shall be as the chaff, which the wind blows to and from. uh pns21 vm2 av-j vvi po31 n1, cc pn31 vmb xx vbi. av zz. crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd np1 crd. pns32 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp cc av. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12164 The Scripture is full of such words as these. The Scripture is full of such words as these. dt n1 vbz j pp-f d n2 c-acp d. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1237 Page 607
12165 2. The second sort are those Promises which God hath made for the protection and preservation of his people, under the pressures of ungodly men. Psal. 125.3. The rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous. Psal. 46.5. God is in the midst of his Church, therefore it shall not fall. Mat. 16.18. The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. Psal. 94.14. For the Lord will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. 2. The second sort Are those Promises which God hath made for the protection and preservation of his people, under the pressures of ungodly men. Psalm 125.3. The rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous. Psalm 46.5. God is in the midst of his Church, Therefore it shall not fallen. Mathew 16.18. The gates of Hell shall not prevail against it. Psalm 94.14. For the Lord will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance. crd dt ord n1 vbr d vvz r-crq n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n2. np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f dt j vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j. np1 crd. np1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, av pn31 vmb xx vvi. np1 crd. dt n2 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp pn31. np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, dx vmb pns31 vvi po31 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12166 Mica. 4.4, 11, 12. So quite through this Psalm there are many promises of the same import. Mica. 4.4, 11, 12. So quite through this Psalm there Are many promises of the same import. np1. crd, crd, crd av av p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr d n2 pp-f dt d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12189 This is that life which the Saints have lived, yea, and they have lived well upon it. This is that life which the Saints have lived, yea, and they have lived well upon it. d vbz d n1 r-crq dt n2 vhb vvn, uh, cc pns32 vhb vvn av p-acp pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12167 Now the work of faith is to perswade the soul, of the certainty, and undoubted verity of these words of God, to settle the soul in this perswasion. Now the work of faith is to persuade the soul, of the certainty, and undoubted verity of these words of God, to settle the soul in this persuasion. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, pp-f dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12168 That sooner shall Heaven and earth pass away, than any of these things shall fail which God hath spoken. That sooner shall Heaven and earth pass away, than any of these things shall fail which God hath spoken. cst av-c vmb n1 cc n1 vvi av, cs d pp-f d n2 vmb vvi r-crq np1 vhz vvn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12169 Then the work of faith is further to carry out the soul without any carping, trouble or disputing, to rest wholly upon these words. Then the work of faith is further to carry out the soul without any carping, trouble or disputing, to rest wholly upon these words. av dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz jc pc-acp vvi av dt n1 p-acp d n-vvg, n1 cc vvg, pc-acp vvi av-jn p-acp d n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12170 A Christian seeth the word of God what he hath said for its relief: A Christian sees the word of God what he hath said for its relief: dt njp vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12171 now faith teacheth the soul to agree this as the word of him who cannot lye or repent: now faith Teaches the soul to agree this as the word of him who cannot lie or Repent: av n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d c-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq vmbx vvi cc vvi: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12172 and calleth upon the soul to trust in God for the fulfilling of it, to roll it self upon the promise, and calls upon the soul to trust in God for the fulfilling of it, to roll it self upon the promise, cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12173 and to commit it self, its cause, its way unto the Lord: and to commit it self, its cause, its Way unto the Lord: cc pc-acp vvi pn31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12174 the soul of a Christian is very solicitous and careful for the concern and interest of God in the world: the soul of a Christian is very solicitous and careful for the concern and Interest of God in the world: dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz av j cc j p-acp dt vvi cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12175 faith teacheth the soul to cast its care, the burthen of its spirit upon the Lord, assuring it that God careth for it. faith Teaches the soul to cast its care, the burden of its Spirit upon the Lord, assuring it that God Careth for it. n1 vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1, dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg pn31 cst np1 vvz p-acp pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12176 Faith speaketh to the soul in the language of Solomon, Eccles. 5.8. If thou seest the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of Justice, and Judgment in a Province; Faith speaks to the soul in the language of Solomon, Eccles. 5.8. If thou See the oppression of the poor, and violent perverting of justice, and Judgement in a Province; n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd. cs pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc j vvg pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12177 marvel not at the matter, for he that is higher than the highest regardeth, and there be higher than they. marvel not At the matter, for he that is higher than the highest Regardeth, and there be higher than they. vvb xx p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 cst vbz jc cs dt js vvz, cc pc-acp vbi jc cs pns32. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12178 I say, this is a great piece of the Child of Gods duty in such a time when the vilest men are exalted, I say, this is a great piece of the Child of God's duty in such a time when the Vilest men Are exalted, pns11 vvb, d vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp d dt n1 c-crq dt js n2 vbr vvn, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12179 and the wicked walk on every side, and the people of God are troden under foot, and the wicked walk on every side, and the people of God Are trodden under foot, cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12180 as the mire in the streets. It is the Will of God concerning them, The just shall live by faith. as the mire in the streets. It is the Will of God Concerning them, The just shall live by faith. c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg pno32, dt j vmb vvi p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12181 This is the proper time for the exercise of Faith, when the eye of sense faileth; This is the proper time for the exercise of Faith, when the eye of sense Faileth; d vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12182 Faith is the evidence of things not seen, the substance of things hoped for: Faith is the evidence of things not seen, the substance of things hoped for: n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12183 The proper operation of Faith is, where sense faileth, where God is trusted, and not seen: The proper operation of Faith is, where sense Faileth, where God is trusted, and not seen: dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz, c-crq n1 vvz, c-crq np1 vbz vvn, cc xx vvn: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12184 Blessed are they, (saith our Saviour) who have not seen, and yet believe. This is Opus diei in die suo. Blessed Are they, (Says our Saviour) who have not seen, and yet believe. This is Opus Die in die Sue. vvn vbr pns32, (vvz po12 n1) r-crq vhb xx vvn, cc av vvb. d vbz fw-la fw-la p-acp n1 fw-la. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12185 Though the people of God ought to be careful of all duty at all times, yet they ought to have a special regard to the duty of their day; Though the people of God ought to be careful of all duty At all times, yet they ought to have a special regard to the duty of their day; cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd pc-acp vbi j pp-f d n1 p-acp d n2, av pns32 vmd pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12186 the seasonableness of a duty, addeth much to the weight and importance of it. the seasonableness of a duty, adds much to the weight and importance of it. dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvz d p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12187 The foundations are shaken (saith the Psalmist) Psal. 11.3, 4, What shall, what can the righteous do? Mark what follows: The foundations Are shaken (Says the Psalmist) Psalm 11.3, 4, What shall, what can the righteous doe? Mark what follows: dt n2 vbr vvn (vvz dt n1) np1 crd, crd, q-crq vmb, q-crq vmb dt j n1? n1 r-crq vvz: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12188 The Lords Throne is in Heaven, his eyes see, his eye-lids try the children of men. The lords Throne is in Heaven, his eyes see, his eyelids try the children of men. dt n2 n1 vbz p-acp n1, po31 n2 vvi, po31 n2 vvi dt n2 pp-f n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12190 When David had lost all, the Amalekites had taken Ziglag, and in it all that he had, 1 Sam. 30.6, the Text saith, David encouraged himself in God, the Truth, Power, and Goodness of God; When David had lost all, the Amalekites had taken Ziklag, and in it all that he had, 1 Sam. 30.6, the Text Says, David encouraged himself in God, the Truth, Power, and goodness of God; c-crq np1 vhd vvn d, dt vvz vhd vvn n1, cc p-acp pn31 d cst pns31 vhd, vvn np1 crd, dt n1 vvz, np1 vvd px31 p-acp np1, dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12191 nor did he hope in God in vain, as you shall read in that story. nor did he hope in God in vain, as you shall read in that story. ccx vdd pns31 vvi p-acp np1 p-acp j, c-acp pn22 vmb vvi p-acp d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12192 What had Hezekiah to live upon but Faith, when Sennacherib had besieged him with his mighty Army, What had Hezekiah to live upon but Faith, when Sennacherib had besieged him with his mighty Army, q-crq vhd np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp n1, c-crq np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp po31 j n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12193 and ranted against him, and the God of Heaven too after that rate you read. and ranted against him, and the God of Heaven too After that rate you read. cc vvn p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av p-acp d n1 pn22 vvb. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12194 What had all the Patriarchs, all the Saints and Servants of God to live upon but Faith? of whom you read, Heb. 11. Nor is there any life which so glorifieth God as this; What had all the Patriarchs, all the Saints and Servants of God to live upon but Faith? of whom you read, Hebrew 11. Nor is there any life which so Glorifieth God as this; q-crq vhd d dt n2, d dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp n1? pp-f ro-crq pn22 vvb, np1 crd ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 r-crq av vvz np1 p-acp d; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12195 it eminently glorifieth three Attributes of his, his Power, Goodness and Truth. No man will trust in a bruised Reed, or lean upon a broken Staff; it eminently Glorifieth three Attributes of his, his Power, goodness and Truth. No man will trust in a Bruised Reed, or lean upon a broken Staff; pn31 av-j vvz crd n2 pp-f png31, po31 n1, n1 cc n1. dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc j p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12196 therefore the Apostle speaking of Abrahams faith, Heb. 11. saith, He believed that God was able to raise him from the dead: Therefore the Apostle speaking of Abrahams faith, Hebrew 11. Says, He believed that God was able to raise him from the dead: av dt n1 vvg pp-f npg1 n1, np1 crd vvz, pns31 vvd cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt j: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12197 and again, Rom. 3, He believed that he who promised was able to perform. and again, Rom. 3, He believed that he who promised was able to perform. cc av, np1 crd, pns31 vvd cst pns31 r-crq vvd vbds j pc-acp vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12198 It giveth God the glory of his goodness, for the expectation of his soul, is the Mercy and Goodness of God; It gives God the glory of his Goodness, for the expectation of his soul, is the Mercy and goodness of God; pn31 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12199 and it also giveth God the glory of his truth, for the proximate object of Faith, is the Word, and Promise of God. and it also gives God the glory of his truth, for the proximate Object of Faith, is the Word, and Promise of God. cc pn31 av vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1, cc vvb pp-f np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12200 O therefore let this be your care, when you cannot live by sense, live by Faith. O Therefore let this be your care, when you cannot live by sense, live by Faith. sy av vvb d vbi po22 n1, c-crq pn22 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, vvb p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12201 It is the happiness of a Child of God, he hath something to live on in the worst of times, Psal. 34.10, The young Lions shall be hunger-bit; It is the happiness of a Child of God, he hath something to live on in the worst of times, Psalm 34.10, The young Lions shall be hunger-bit; pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vhz pi pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2, np1 crd, dt j n2 vmb vbi n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12202 but there is no want to them that fear the Lord. but there is no want to them that Fear the Lord. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vvb dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12203 One would think that of all creatures the Lion should be most out of danger of being hunger bit. One would think that of all creatures the lion should be most out of danger of being hunger bit. crd vmd vvi d pp-f d n2 dt n1 vmd vbi av-ds av pp-f n1 pp-f vbg n1 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 607
12204 The Lion the King of the Forest, all other Beasts are subject to this Beast: The lion the King of the Forest, all other Beasts Are Subject to this Beast: dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1, d j-jn n2 vbr j-jn p-acp d n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12205 yet if an old Lion, that cannot run for its prey, that hath lost much of its strength may be hunger-bitten; yet if an old lion, that cannot run for its prey, that hath lost much of its strength may be hunger-bitten; av cs dt j n1, cst vmbx vvi p-acp po31 n1, cst vhz vvn d pp-f po31 n1 vmb vbi j; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12206 one would think a young-Lion that is in its full strength should not. Yes, saith the Psalmist, a young Lion may be hunger-bitten: one would think a young-Lion that is in its full strength should not. Yes, Says the Psalmist, a young lion may be hunger-bitten: pi vmd vvi dt n1 cst vbz p-acp po31 j n1 vmd xx. uh, vvz dt n1, dt j n1 vmb vbi j: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12207 those that have most of the world, wicked men that have greatest honours, greatest power, great advantages to provide for themselves, they may be hunger bitten, they may come to want; those that have most of the world, wicked men that have greatest honours, greatest power, great advantages to provide for themselves, they may be hunger bitten, they may come to want; d cst vhb ds pp-f dt n1, j n2 cst vhb js n2, js n1, j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, pns32 vmb vbi n1 vvn, pns32 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12208 but there shall be no want to them who fear the Lord, there shall be no time so ill, but they shall live; but there shall be no want to them who Fear the Lord, there shall be no time so ill, but they shall live; cc-acp a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb dt n1, pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 av av-jn, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12209 if they cannot live upon bread, they shall feed upon truth. if they cannot live upon bred, they shall feed upon truth. cs pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp n1, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12210 How much better is the estate of a godly man, than that of his neighbour? It is a great point this, a great piece of duty: How much better is the estate of a godly man, than that of his neighbour? It is a great point this, a great piece of duty: c-crq d jc vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cs d pp-f po31 n1? pn31 vbz dt j n1 d, dt j n1 pp-f n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12211 Let me therefore a little further enlarge upon it three ways; Let me Therefore a little further enlarge upon it three ways; vvb pno11 av dt j av-jc vvi p-acp pn31 crd n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12212 1. Shewing you how a Christian may know if he liveth this life. 2. Directing you in order to it. 3. Perswading it by Arguments. 1. Showing you how a Christian may know if he lives this life. 2. Directing you in order to it. 3. Persuading it by Arguments. crd vvg pn22 c-crq dt njp vmb vvi cs pns31 vvz d n1. crd vvg pn22 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31. crd vvg pn31 p-acp n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1238 Page 608
12213 1. Will some Christian say, how shall I know if I live this life? Suffer me to give you five or Six Characters of it. 1. It is a Spiritual life. Our life (saith the Apostle) is hid with Christ in God. 1. Will Some Christian say, how shall I know if I live this life? Suffer me to give you five or Six Characters of it. 1. It is a Spiritual life. Our life (Says the Apostle) is hid with christ in God. crd n1 d njp vvz, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi cs pns11 vvb d n1? vvb pno11 pc-acp vvi pn22 crd cc crd n2 pp-f pn31. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1. po12 n1 (vvz dt n1) vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12214 What Christ sometimes said to his Disciples when they would have had him to have eaten something, that a Child of God may say to all the world; What christ sometime said to his Disciples when they would have had him to have eaten something, that a Child of God may say to all the world; r-crq np1 av vvd p-acp po31 n2 c-crq pns32 vmd vhi vhn pno31 pc-acp vhi vvn pi, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp d dt n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12215 I have meat to eat you know not of. His life is a spiritual life; I have meat to eat you know not of. His life is a spiritual life; pns11 vhb n1 pc-acp vvi pn22 vvb xx pp-f. po31 n1 vbz dt j n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12216 such is the life of Faith, both with respect to the subject, and to the object of it. such is the life of Faith, both with respect to the Subject, and to the Object of it. d vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12217 As to the subject of it, it is the soul that lives; As to the Subject of it, it is the soul that lives; p-acp p-acp dt j-jn pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vvz; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12218 the body lives by bread, the soul lives by truth, by the promise. There are many that in evil days, their bodies have enough to feed upon, but their souls have nothing; the body lives by bred, the soul lives by truth, by the promise. There Are many that in evil days, their bodies have enough to feed upon, but their Souls have nothing; dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, p-acp dt vvb. pc-acp vbr d cst p-acp j-jn n2, po32 n2 vhb av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc-acp po32 n2 vhb pix; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12219 hence their hearts become like Nabals, dead as a stone: hence their hearts become like Nabal's, dead as a stone: av po32 n2 vvn av-j n2, j c-acp dt n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12220 yea, and as to the object it is spiritual too, he that feedeth upon truth, feedeth upon Jehovah: It is the truth of God in the word, which the soul liveth upon; yea, and as to the Object it is spiritual too, he that feeds upon truth, feeds upon Jehovah: It is the truth of God in the word, which the soul lives upon; uh, cc c-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz j av, pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, vvz p-acp np1: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12221 the soul of a Believer can no more live upon Words and Syllables, than another soul. the soul of a Believer can no more live upon Words and Syllables, than Another soul. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb av-dx av-dc vvi p-acp n2 cc n2, cs j-jn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12222 No but it is the truth of God in these words, his power and ability to perform what he hath said, his inclination and good-will to the performance, and his truth and faithfulness. No but it is the truth of God in these words, his power and ability to perform what he hath said, his inclination and goodwill to the performance, and his truth and faithfulness. uh-dx p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vhz vvn, po31 n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc po31 n1 cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12223 Every life in an evil day, is not a life of faith; Every life in an evil day, is not a life of faith; np1 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12224 some may live upon fancy and foolish hope, some may live upon means, with which their eye feedeth them; Some may live upon fancy and foolish hope, Some may live upon means, with which their eye feeds them; d vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc j n1, d vmb vvi p-acp n2, p-acp r-crq po32 n1 vvz pno32; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12225 another may live upon a Roman spirit of his own. Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito. Another may live upon a Roman Spirit of his own. Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior Ito. j-jn vmb vvi p-acp dt njp n1 pp-f po31 d. fw-la fw-fr fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la p-acp. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12226 These men may live at Sea, in the midst of troubles, and never think of God and Christ, These men may live At Sea, in the midst of Troubles, and never think of God and christ, d n2 vmb vvi p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc av-x vvb pp-f np1 cc np1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12227 nor upon the power, goodness, and truth of God, but upon an, O socii neque enim ign•ri sumus ante malorum, O passi graviora, &c. or some such thing; nor upon the power, Goodness, and truth of God, but upon nias, O Society neque enim ign•ri sumus ante malorum, Oh passi graviora, etc. or Some such thing; ccx p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp p-acp zz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, uh n1 fw-la, av cc d d n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12228 but this is not to live upon faith, if thy soul liveth the life of faith, thy heart is alive in an evil time; but this is not to live upon faith, if thy soul lives the life of faith, thy heart is alive in an evil time; cc-acp d vbz xx pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cs po21 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f n1, po21 n1 vbz j p-acp dt j-jn n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12229 and the life and courage of it is maintained from God, thy heart is maintained from the Truth, Power, and Goodness of God. and the life and courage of it is maintained from God, thy heart is maintained from the Truth, Power, and goodness of God. cc dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1, po21 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1239 Page 608
12230 2. This life of Faith is a quiet life: It is a quiet life as to passions. Faith hath a wonderful power, to keep the mind in a calm serene temper: 2. This life of Faith is a quiet life: It is a quiet life as to passion. Faith hath a wondered power, to keep the mind in a Cam serene temper: crd d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j-jn n1: pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 a-acp p-acp n2. n1 vhz dt j n1, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn j n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12231 It is the unbelieving soul that fretteth, and sumeth, and vexeth; all turbulent passions upon Gods providence are the products of unbelief. It is the unbelieving soul that fretteth, and sumeth, and vexes; all turbulent passion upon God's providence Are the products of unbelief. pn31 vbz dt vvg n1 cst vvz, cc vvz, cc vvz; d j n2 p-acp npg1 n1 vbr dt n2 pp-f n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12232 The Prophet telleth us, He that believeth maketh not haste: The Prophet Telleth us, He that Believeth makes not haste: dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 cst vvz vvz xx n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12233 Faith dryeth up immoderate tears, scatters the storms of fears, maketh the soul to cease from anger, and forsake wrath: Faith drieth up immoderate tears, scatters the storms of fears, makes the soul to cease from anger, and forsake wrath: n1 vvz a-acp j n2, vvz dt n2 pp-f n2, vvz dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, cc vvi n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12234 It quieteth the tongue, so as it doth not charge God foolishly; It quieteth the tongue, so as it does not charge God foolishly; pn31 vvz dt n1, av c-acp pn31 vdz xx vvi np1 av-j; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12235 it keeps a man from all murmuring and flyings out against God, from all indecent and extravagant flying out against men, who are Gods instruments; it keeps a man from all murmuring and flyings out against God, from all indecent and extravagant flying out against men, who Are God's Instruments; pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg cc n2-vvg av p-acp np1, p-acp d j cc j n-vvg av p-acp n2, r-crq vbr ng1 n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12236 I held my peace, because I knew it was thy doing. David believed that God had done what was done, he dust not mutter or repine, I held my peace, Because I knew it was thy doing. David believed that God had done what was done, he dust not mutter or repine, pns11 vvd po11 n1, c-acp pns11 vvd pn31 vbds po21 vdg. np1 vvd cst np1 vhd vdn r-crq vbds vdn, pns31 n1 xx vvi cc vvi, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12237 because the Lord had done it. Because the Lord had done it. c-acp dt n1 vhd vdn pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12238 And so as to action, I mean irregular actions, Take an unbeliever, and let him be in any streight or distress, he is unquiet, And so as to actium, I mean irregular actions, Take an unbeliever, and let him be in any straight or distress, he is unquiet, cc av c-acp p-acp n1, pns11 vvb j n2, vvb dt n1, cc vvb pno31 vbi p-acp d j cc n1, pns31 vbz j, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12239 and turbulent, and makes no conscience what means he useth to set himself at liberty, and turbulent, and makes no conscience what means he uses to Set himself At liberty, cc j, cc vvz dx n1 r-crq vvz pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12240 but he that believeth maketh not haste, he who by faith eveth the promise, gives credit to it, but he that Believeth makes not haste, he who by faith eveth the promise, gives credit to it, cc-acp pns31 cst vvz vvz xx n1, pns31 r-crq p-acp n1 vvz dt n1, vvz n1 p-acp pn31, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12241 and hath committed himself to the Power, Goodness, and Truth of God for the accomplishment of it: and hath committed himself to the Power, goodness, and Truth of God for the accomplishment of it: cc vhz vvn px31 p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12242 as he is not hasty with his spirit, to murmur, fret, and vex, because it is not presently made good to him; as he is not hasty with his Spirit, to murmur, fret, and vex, Because it is not presently made good to him; c-acp pns31 vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvi, c-acp pn31 vbz xx av-j vvn j p-acp pno31; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12243 so he is not hasty with his tongue to charge God foolishly, nor in his action: so he is not hasty with his tongue to charge God foolishly, nor in his actium: av pns31 vbz xx j p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1 np1 av-j, ccx p-acp po31 n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12244 He dareth not use any sinister or unlawful means, to quit himself of any difficulty in which he is entangled; He dareth not use any sinister or unlawful means, to quit himself of any difficulty in which he is entangled; pns31 vvz xx vvi d j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi px31 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12245 he believeth that God will preserve, uphold, deliver him, and in his own time find out some lawful way and means, he Believeth that God will preserve, uphold, deliver him, and in his own time find out Some lawful Way and means, pns31 vvz cst np1 vmb vvi, vvb, vvb pno31, cc p-acp po31 d n1 vvi av d j n1 cc n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12246 and the belief of this restraineth him from impatience, or any thing which should be a fruit, and indication of it. and the belief of this restraineth him from impatience, or any thing which should be a fruit, and indication of it. cc dt n1 pp-f d vvz pno31 p-acp n1, cc d n1 r-crq vmd vbi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1240 Page 608
12247 3. Again, The life of Faith, is an expectant life. The Apostle telleth us, that Faith is the evidence of things not seen: 3. Again, The life of Faith, is an expectant life. The Apostle Telleth us, that Faith is the evidence of things not seen: crd av, dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j n1. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n2 xx vvn: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 608
12248 Hence Faith hath always two daughters which are its genuine off spring. 1. Hope, which is the souls looking up, or looking out for those things of which Faith giveth an evidence or assurance. Hence Faith hath always two daughters which Are its genuine off spring. 1. Hope, which is the Souls looking up, or looking out for those things of which Faith gives an evidence or assurance. av n1 vhz av crd n2 r-crq vbr po31 j p-acp n1. crd vvb, r-crq vbz dt n2 vvg a-acp, cc vvg av p-acp d n2 pp-f r-crq n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 608
12249 Faith assureth, hope expecteth, and this is so inseparable from Faith, that it is often in Scripture put for Faith, Faith assureth, hope Expects, and this is so inseparable from Faith, that it is often in Scripture put for Faith, n1 vvz, n1 vvz, cc d vbz av j p-acp n1, cst pn31 vbz av p-acp n1 vvn p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 608
12267 Now the reason of this joy, is the strength of that evidence which faith doth give the soul; Now the reason of this joy, is the strength of that evidence which faith does give the soul; av dt n1 pp-f d n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1 r-crq n1 vdz vvi dt n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1245 Page 609
12250 and only differeth in this, that Hope is an expectancy upon faith's evidence; and the certainty which it giveth the soul of the thing promised in the word. and only differeth in this, that Hope is an expectancy upon Faith's evidence; and the certainty which it gives the soul of the thing promised in the word. cc av-j vvz p-acp d, cst n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1; cc dt n1 r-crq pn31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12251 Every hope indeed doth not speak faith, but every grounded hope doth; there is an hope of an hypocrite which groweth up like the rush without mire, and the flag without water. Every hope indeed does not speak faith, but every grounded hope does; there is an hope of an hypocrite which grows up like the rush without mire, and the flag without water. np1 vvb av vdz xx vvi n1, cc-acp d j-vvn n1 vdz; pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq vvz a-acp av-j dt n1 p-acp n1, cc dt n1 p-acp n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12252 Patience is another daughter of Faith (I shall have occasion to speak to that more fully hereafter). Patience is Another daughter of Faith (I shall have occasion to speak to that more Fully hereafter). n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1 (pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dc av-j av). (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12253 Faith assureth the thing to the soul, Hope looketh out for it, and expects it; Patience keeps the soul still, and waiting for it: Faith assureth the thing to the soul, Hope looks out for it, and expects it; Patience keeps the soul still, and waiting for it: n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb vvz av p-acp pn31, cc vvz pn31; n1 vvz dt n1 av, cc vvg p-acp pn31: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12254 If you ask me what the soul expecteth, what it waiteth for; If you ask me what the soul Expects, what it waits for; cs pn22 vvb pno11 r-crq dt n1 vvz, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12255 it must needs be that, of which Faith hath given the soul an evidence, that is the Promise. it must needs be that, of which Faith hath given the soul an evidence, that is the Promise. pn31 vmb av vbi d, pp-f r-crq n1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt n1, cst vbz dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12256 The Promises are of various natures, for outward mercies, such as Protection, Deliverance, &c. Spiritual mercies, such as inward Support, Strength, Consolations, Eternal happiness. The Promises Are of various nature's, for outward Mercies, such as Protection, Deliverance, etc. Spiritual Mercies, such as inward Support, Strength, Consolations, Eternal happiness. dt vvz vbr a-acp j n2, p-acp j n2, d c-acp n1, n1, av j n2, d c-acp j vvb, n1, n2, j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1241 Page 609
12257 4 Again, The life of Faith is an active life: The operation of Faith doth not terminate in a meer speculation. The activity of Faith lieth, 4 Again, The life of Faith is an active life: The operation of Faith does not terminate in a mere speculation. The activity of Faith lies, crd av, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j n1: dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt j n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1242 Page 609
12258 1. In the diligent use of all natural and rational means which God hath appointed, in order to the obtaining of the mercy, of which faith hath given the soul an evidence and assurance. 1. In the diligent use of all natural and rational means which God hath appointed, in order to the obtaining of the mercy, of which faith hath given the soul an evidence and assurance. crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d j cc j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1, pp-f r-crq n1 vhz vvn dt n1 dt n1 cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12259 As Faith doth quiet the soul, and restrain it from the use of all unlawful means; As Faith does quiet the soul, and restrain it from the use of all unlawful means; p-acp n1 vdz vvi dt n1, cc vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12260 so it doth quicken and engage the soul in the use of all lawful and proper means. so it does quicken and engage the soul in the use of all lawful and proper means. av pn31 vdz vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12261 The reason of which is, because Faith can assure the soul of no mercy, but in that manner and order, The reason of which is, Because Faith can assure the soul of no mercy, but in that manner and order, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz, c-acp n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dx n1, cc-acp p-acp d n1 cc n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12262 and under those circumstances, in, and under which, God hath promised to bestow it. Now God hath promised mercies in the use of means; and under those Circumstances, in, and under which, God hath promised to bestow it. Now God hath promised Mercies in the use of means; cc p-acp d n2, p-acp, cc p-acp r-crq, np1 vhz vvn pc-acp vvi pn31. av np1 vhz vvn n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12263 so it quickeneth and engageth the soul to the use of means, as a piece of the Will of God, in order to the obtaining of our desired mercy. so it Quickeneth and engageth the soul to the use of means, as a piece of the Will of God, in order to the obtaining of our desired mercy. av pn31 vvz cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po12 j-vvn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1243 Page 609
12264 2. It lyeth in the use of all spiritual means; and here Prayer in a special manner, Prayer being the general spiritual means to be used for the obtaining of any mercy. 2. It lies in the use of all spiritual means; and Here Prayer in a special manner, Prayer being the general spiritual means to be used for the obtaining of any mercy. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2; cc av n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1 vbg dt j j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1244 Page 609
12265 Daniel, chap. 9, understood by Books, that the time was come, for the fulfilling of the 70 years captivity; daniel, chap. 9, understood by Books, that the time was come, for the fulfilling of the 70 Years captivity; np1, n1 crd, vvn p-acp n2, cst dt n1 vbds vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f dt crd ng2 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1244 Page 609
12266 and this faith of his, as to what he read in the Books, quickned him up, to pour out that fervent prayer unto God, Dan. 9. 5. The life of Faith is a cheerful and joyous life: you read in Scripture of a joy and peace which attendeth believing, Rom. 15. Believing the glory of God, is a great means to make the soul to rejoyce in the hopes of it: and this faith of his, as to what he read in the Books, quickened him up, to pour out that fervent prayer unto God, Dan. 9. 5. The life of Faith is a cheerful and joyous life: you read in Scripture of a joy and peace which attends believing, Rom. 15. Believing the glory of God, is a great means to make the soul to rejoice in the hope's of it: cc d n1 pp-f png31, c-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2, vvd pno31 a-acp, pc-acp vvi av d j n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt j cc j n1: pn22 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 r-crq vvz j-vvg, np1 crd vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1244 Page 609
12268 for joy is nothing else but the complacency of the soul, or rather the expression of this complacency, upon the souls union to its desired object. for joy is nothing Else but the complacency of the soul, or rather the expression of this complacency, upon the Souls Union to its desired Object. p-acp n1 vbz pix av cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-c dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1245 Page 609
12269 Now according to the nearness and fulness of this union, so is the joy. Now according to the nearness and fullness of this Union, so is the joy. av vvg p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n1, av vbz dt n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1245 Page 609
12270 Faith giving the soul a great and unquestionable evidence of the thing, doth also give unto the soul a proportionable joy. Faith giving the soul a great and unquestionable evidence of the thing, does also give unto the soul a proportionable joy. n1 vvg dt n1 dt j cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, vdz av vvi p-acp dt n1 dt j n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1245 Page 609
12271 6. The life of Faith is a crucifying, dying life to the world. This is the victory (saith the Apostle) by which we overcome the world, even our faith. 6. The life of Faith is a crucifying, dying life to the world. This is the victory (Says the Apostle) by which we overcome the world, even our faith. crd dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg, j-vvg n1 p-acp dt n1. d vbz dt n1 (vvz dt n1) p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb dt n1, av po12 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12272 Faith looketh up to the Cross of Christ, and by it, the heart of a Christian is crucified to the world, Faith looks up to the Cross of christ, and by it, the heart of a Christian is Crucified to the world, n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp pn31, dt n1 pp-f dt njp vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12273 and the world is crucified to his heart. The proper operation of Faith is to work against hope; and the world is Crucified to his heart. The proper operation of Faith is to work against hope; cc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n1. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12274 for indeed, if once the mercy cometh in sight, so as sense cometh in play, faith ceaseth as well as hope: Hence the operation, for indeed, if once the mercy comes in sighed, so as sense comes in play, faith ceases as well as hope: Hence the operation, c-acp av, cs a-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp n1, av c-acp n1 vvz p-acp n1, n1 vvz c-acp av c-acp vvb: av dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12275 and exercise of Faith, must needs crucifie the heart of a Christian, to the world, to sense, and exercise of Faith, must needs crucify the heart of a Christian, to the world, to sense, cc n1 pp-f n1, vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp, p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12276 and to all sensible objects. Faith made Abraham overlook his own body, which was now dead, and Sarahs dead womb; it made him to overlook the Knife and the Altar, and the loss of Isaac's natural life, and to all sensible objects. Faith made Abraham overlook his own body, which was now dead, and Sarahs dead womb; it made him to overlook the Knife and the Altar, and the loss of Isaac's natural life, cc p-acp d j n2. n1 vvd np1 vvb po31 d n1, r-crq vbds av j, cc npg1 j n1; pn31 vvd pno31 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12277 and only to consider, that God was able to raise him up from the dead; and only to Consider, that God was able to raise him up from the dead; cc av-j pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31 a-acp p-acp dt j; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12278 it maketh a Christian overlook all seeming difficulties, in regard of sense, and all contrarieties whatsoever indeed seemeth to be in his way: it makes a Christian overlook all seeming difficulties, in regard of sense, and all contrarieties whatsoever indeed seems to be in his Way: pn31 vvz dt njp vvi d j-vvg n2, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc d n2 r-crq av vvz pc-acp vbi p-acp po31 n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12279 Now by these things, you may try your selves whether you live the life of Faith, under sad and dark Providences, yea, or no. Now by these things, you may try your selves whither you live the life of Faith, under sad and dark Providences, yea, or no. av p-acp d n2, pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 cs pn22 vvb dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp j cc j n2, uh, cc uh-dx. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12280 By this time methinks I hear some of you saying to me, But how should we come to live this life? what should we do, that in dark and troublesom times we might live this life of Faith? Let me give you something of advice in the case, By this time methinks I hear Some of you saying to me, But how should we come to live this life? what should we do, that in dark and troublesome times we might live this life of Faith? Let me give you something of Advice in the case, p-acp d n1 vvz pns11 vvb d pp-f pn22 vvg p-acp pno11, cc-acp q-crq vmd pns12 vvi pc-acp vvi d n1? q-crq vmd pns12 vdi, cst p-acp j cc j n2 pns12 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n1? vvb pno11 vvi pn22 pi pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12281 and then conclude with two or three Arguments. and then conclude with two or three Arguments. cc av vvb p-acp crd cc crd n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1246 Page 609
12282 1. Study the Scriptures, and observe the promises reposited in that storehouse for the people of God at all times, 1. Study the Scriptures, and observe the promises reposited in that storehouse for the people of God At all times, crd vvb dt n2, cc vvb dt n2 vvn p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12283 and for all sorts of mercies. and for all sorts of Mercies. cc p-acp d n2 pp-f n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12284 The promises are those words by which men live, The Scripture is a rich Store-house of mercy, it is full of promises, promises for this life, The promises Are those words by which men live, The Scripture is a rich Storehouse of mercy, it is full of promises, promises for this life, dt n2 vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vvb, dt n1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz j pp-f n2, vvz p-acp d n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12285 and that which is to come; and that which is to come; cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12286 there is in them a salve for every sore, and this is well worth a Christians observation, to see how God in his word hath fitted him with a plaister for every wound; there is in them a salve for every soar, and this is well worth a Christians observation, to see how God in his word hath fitted him with a plaster for every wound; pc-acp vbz p-acp pno32 dt vvi p-acp d n1, cc d vbz av j dt np1 n1, pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vhz vvn pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12287 when thou findest the promises respecting thy state in particular, indeavour to whet them upon thy heart. when thou Findest the promises respecting thy state in particular, endeavour to whet them upon thy heart. c-crq pns21 vv2 dt n2 vvg po21 n1 p-acp j, vvb pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp po21 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12288 It is a metaphor which God useth as to his precepts, Deut. 6. and as it is the duty of a Child of God to whet the Precepts upon his heart, to engage, and quicken him to obedience: It is a metaphor which God uses as to his Precepts, Deuteronomy 6. and as it is the duty of a Child of God to whet the Precepts upon his heart, to engage, and quicken him to Obedience: pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz a-acp p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd cc p-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvb dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vvi, cc vvi pno31 p-acp n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12289 so it is his duty to whet the promises upon his soul for his consolation. The Scripture is full of comfortable words; so it is his duty to whet the promises upon his soul for his consolation. The Scripture is full of comfortable words; av pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. dt n1 vbz j pp-f j n2; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12290 O be not ignorant of them! it is a large and full store-house, O be acquainted with it! Oh be not ignorant of them! it is a large and full storehouse, Oh be acquainted with it! uh vbb xx j pp-f pno32! pn31 vbz dt j cc j n1, uh vbb vvn p-acp pn31! (50) sermon (DIV3) 1247 Page 609
12291 2. Learn to live upon God in prosperity and fulness. 2. Learn to live upon God in Prosperity and fullness. crd vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 609
12292 The Soul that maketh the Lord its portion in a time of prosperity and fulness, will scarce be to seek in a day of emptiness and adversity. The Soul that makes the Lord its portion in a time of Prosperity and fullness, will scarce be to seek in a day of emptiness and adversity. dt n1 cst vvz dt n1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, vmb av-j vbi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 609
12293 Our too much living upon the creature, while we have it: will hinder our wholly living upon God when we want it. Our too much living upon the creature, while we have it: will hinder our wholly living upon God when we want it. np1 av av-d vvg p-acp dt n1, cs pns12 vhb pn31: vmb vvi po12 av-jn vvg p-acp np1 c-crq pns12 vvb pn31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 609
12294 Take heed of living too much upon your creature-enjoyments when you have them, learn in the greatest affluence of the creatures, in the greatest overflowings of your cup, to live upon God, Take heed of living too much upon your Creature enjoyments when you have them, Learn in the greatest affluence of the creatures, in the greatest overflowings of your cup, to live upon God, vvb n1 pp-f vvg av av-d p-acp po22 n2 c-crq pn22 vhb pno32, vvb p-acp dt js n1 pp-f dt n2, p-acp dt js n2-vvg pp-f po22 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12295 and to say of them, This is not my portion. Saint Paul had his heart crucified to the world, and dyed daily. and to say of them, This is not my portion. Saint Paul had his heart Crucified to the world, and died daily. cc pc-acp vvi pp-f pno32, d vbz xx po11 n1. n1 np1 vhd po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1, cc vvd av-j. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12296 O how hard doth the Soul find it to live upon God in an evil time; O how hard does the Soul find it to live upon God in an evil time; sy c-crq av-j vdz dt n1 vvb pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12297 that hath not learned to live upon God in a good day? and while it goeth well with him as to outward enjoyments. that hath not learned to live upon God in a good day? and while it Goes well with him as to outward enjoyments. cst vhz xx vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1? cc cs pn31 vvz av p-acp pno31 a-acp p-acp j n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12298 You that are at ease in the world, and do not know the evil that others meet with; You that Are At ease in the world, and do not know the evil that Others meet with; pn22 cst vbr p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vdb xx vvi dt n-jn d n2-jn vvb p-acp; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12299 learn this lesson before the evil day cometh upon you, and surpriseth you. Learn this Lesson before the evil day comes upon you, and surpriseth you. vvb d n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvz p-acp pn22, cc vvz pn22. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12300 Learn to live upon God, before you have nothing else but a God to encourage your self in. Learn to live upon God, before you have nothing Else but a God to encourage your self in. np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pn22 vhb pix av cc-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi po22 n1 p-acp. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1248 Page 610
12301 3. Observe the practice and experience of the Saints of God. 3. Observe the practice and experience of the Saints of God. crd vvb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12302 David lived by faith, when he had nothing in the world left him, he encouraged himself in his God; David lived by faith, when he had nothing in the world left him, he encouraged himself in his God; np1 vvd p-acp n1, c-crq pns31 vhd pix p-acp dt n1 vvd pno31, pns31 vvd px31 p-acp po31 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12303 Job lived by faith when he said. Though he kills me, yet I will put my trust in him. Job lived by faith when he said. Though he kills me, yet I will put my trust in him. n1 vvd p-acp n1 c-crq pns31 vvd. cs pns31 vvz pno11, av pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12304 Say to your Soul, my Soul, why should not I go, and do likewise. Say to your Soul, my Soul, why should not I go, and do likewise. vvb p-acp po22 n1, po11 n1, q-crq vmd xx pns11 vvi, cc vdb av. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12305 Why should I not do as David and Job did, I have the same promise, the same power, truth, Why should I not do as David and Job did, I have the same promise, the same power, truth, q-crq vmd pns11 xx vdi c-acp np1 cc n1 vdd, pns11 vhb dt d n1, dt d n1, n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12306 and goodness of God to trust to, and to live upon which any of the Servants of God have formerly had. and Goodness of God to trust to, and to live upon which any of the Servants of God have formerly had. cc n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp r-crq d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vhb av-j vhn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1249 Page 610
12307 4. Call thy heart off its disquietments, indeavour to convince thy self of the sinfulness of them: 4. Call thy heart off its disquietments, endeavour to convince thy self of the sinfulness of them: crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvb pc-acp vvi po21 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1250 Page 610
12308 there is much in this as to one that is a true Christian; there is much in this as to one that is a true Christian; pc-acp vbz av-d p-acp d c-acp p-acp pi cst vbz dt j njp; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1250 Page 610
12347 HAving shewed the equity and wisdom of Divine Providence in governing the affairs of the world, HAving showed the equity and Wisdom of Divine Providence in governing the affairs of the world, vhg vvn dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12309 if one that is a Child of God can effectually perswade himself that it is his sin to have his heart dead in an evil day, to have his heart dejected because the Providence of God bloweth a cross upon him, it will go a great way with him to command his heart off its disturbance. Thus doth David, Psal. 42.11. if one that is a Child of God can effectually persuade himself that it is his since to have his heart dead in an evil day, to have his heart dejected Because the Providence of God blows a cross upon him, it will go a great Way with him to command his heart off its disturbance. Thus does David, Psalm 42.11. cs crd d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av-j vvi px31 d pn31 vbz po31 n1 pc-acp vhi po31 n1 j p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vhi po31 n1 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno31, pn31 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1. av vdz np1, np1 crd. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1250 Page 610
12310 why art thou cast down, O my Soul, why art thou disquieted within me trust still in God, why art thou cast down, Oh my Soul, why art thou disquieted within me trust still in God, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1, q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11 vvi av p-acp np1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1250 Page 610
12311 for I shall yet praise him who is the health of my countenance and my God. for I shall yet praise him who is the health of my countenance and my God. c-acp pns11 vmb av vvi pno31 r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc po11 n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1250 Page 610
12312 5. Lastly, strengthen your hearts with a resolution to trust in God; though he killeth me, saith Job, I will put my trust in him. 5. Lastly, strengthen your hearts with a resolution to trust in God; though he kills me, Says Job, I will put my trust in him. crd ord, vvb po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; cs pns31 vvz pno11, vvz n1, pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12313 See what David doth Psal. 55. He had been bitterly complaining of the prosperity of the wicked, and his own afflicted state; See what David does Psalm 55. He had been bitterly complaining of the Prosperity of the wicked, and his own afflicted state; vvb r-crq np1 vdz np1 crd pns31 vhd vbn av-j vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc po31 d j-vvn n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12314 in the close of the Psalm he cometh to give both himself and others good counsel. v 22.23. Cast thy burthen upon the Lord, he shall sustain thee, he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. in the close of the Psalm he comes to give both himself and Others good counsel. v 22.23. Cast thy burden upon the Lord, he shall sustain thee, he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1 pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi d n1 cc n2-jn j n1. crd crd. vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi pno21, pns31 vmb av-x vvi dt j pc-acp vbi vvn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12315 But thou, O God shalt bring them down into the Pit of destruction; But thou, Oh God shalt bring them down into the Pit of destruction; p-acp pns21, uh np1 vm2 vvi pno32 a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12316 bloody, and deceitful men, shall not live out half their days, but I will trust in thee. bloody, and deceitful men, shall not live out half their days, but I will trust in thee. j, cc j n2, vmb xx vvi av av-jn po32 n2, cc-acp pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pno21. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12317 I have done with this discourse when I have commended this life of faith to you by two or three arguments. I have done with this discourse when I have commended this life of faith to you by two or three Arguments. pns11 vhb vdn p-acp d n1 c-crq pns11 vhb vvn d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22 p-acp crd cc crd n2. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1251 Page 610
12318 1. It is a life in death, light in darkness, strength in weakness, comfort in misery: 1. It is a life in death, Light in darkness, strength in weakness, Comfort in misery: crd pn31 vbz dt n1 p-acp n1, j p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1, n1 p-acp n1: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12319 the Soul that can live this life is a great conquerour over tribulation, anguish, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril Sword; the Soul that can live this life is a great conqueror over tribulation, anguish, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril Sword; dt n1 cst vmb vvi d n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, n1 n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12320 yea it is more than a Conquerour, Rom. 8.35. You shall see how it is with a Christian which hath learned to live the life of faith, 2 Cor. 8.9. yea it is more than a Conqueror, Rom. 8.35. You shall see how it is with a Christian which hath learned to live the life of faith, 2 Cor. 8.9. uh pn31 vbz dc cs dt n1, np1 crd. pn22 vmb vvi c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt njp r-crq vhz vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1, crd np1 crd. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12321 he may be troubled on every side, but he will not be distressed, he may be perplexed, but he will not be in despair, he may be persecuted but he will not be forsaken, cast down, he may be troubled on every side, but he will not be distressed, he may be perplexed, but he will not be in despair, he may be persecuted but he will not be forsaken, cast down, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, pns31 vmb vbb vvn, cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi p-acp n1, pns31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn, vvd a-acp, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12322 but he will not be destroyed; but he will not be destroyed; cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vbi vvn; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12323 is not this a rare life? A persecutor may take away the life of nature from a Christian, is not this a rare life? A persecutor may take away the life of nature from a Christian, vbz xx d dt j n1? dt n1 vmb vvi av dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt njp, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12324 but he cannot deprive him of his life of faith; but he cannot deprive him of his life of faith; cc-acp pns31 vmbx vvi pno31 pp-f po31 n1 pp-f n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12325 faith will keep the head of a Christian above water in the greatest deeps of trouble, and affliction. faith will keep the head of a Christian above water in the greatest deeps of trouble, and affliction. n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp n1 p-acp dt js n2-jn pp-f n1, cc n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12326 Read Heb. 11. and observe in how many difficulties, in how many deaths that noble army of Martyrs lived, by virtue of faith. Read Hebrew 11. and observe in how many difficulties, in how many death's that noble army of Martyrs lived, by virtue of faith. np1 np1 crd cc vvi p-acp c-crq d n2, p-acp c-crq d n2 cst j n1 pp-f n2 vvn, p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12348 so as that oftentimes, the vilest men are exalted, and the wicked walk on every side, The rod of the wicked lyeth upon the lot of the righteous, so as that oftentimes, the Vilest men Are exalted, and the wicked walk on every side, The rod of the wicked lies upon the lot of the righteous, av c-acp cst av, dt js n2 vbr vvn, cc dt j n1 p-acp d n1, dt n1 pp-f dt j vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12327 Yea and they lived well and cheerfully (as you will find there) Our Saviour adviseth his disciples, to lay up for themselves treasure in Heaven, where no moth came to corrupt, no thieves to break through, or steal. Yea and they lived well and cheerfully (as you will find there) Our Saviour adviseth his Disciples, to lay up for themselves treasure in Heaven, where no moth Come to corrupt, no thieves to break through, or steal. uh cc pns32 vvd av cc av-j (c-acp pn22 vmb vvi a-acp) po12 n1 vvz po31 n2, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp px32 n1 p-acp n1, c-crq dx n1 vvd pc-acp vvi, dx n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12328 Is it not an excellent thing for a Christian to have a life beyond the gun shot of a persecution, beyond the mercies, Is it not an excellent thing for a Christian to have a life beyond the gun shot of a persecution, beyond the Mercies, vbz pn31 xx dt j n1 p-acp dt njp pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vvn pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n2, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12329 or cruelties of bloody wretches? The life of faith is such as makes a man post funera vivere, nay in funere vivere, to live when he is dying. or cruelties of bloody wretches? The life of faith is such as makes a man post funera vivere, nay in funere vivere, to live when he is dying. cc n2 pp-f j n2? dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz d c-acp vvz dt n1 vvb fw-la fw-la, uh p-acp fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vbz vvg. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12330 Paul was in deaths often, yet lived by fatih; Paul was in death's often, yet lived by Faith; np1 vbds p-acp n2 av, av vvd p-acp n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12331 he saith of himself and others of the servants of God, that they were killed all the day long, yet they lived still, they lived by faith. The life of faith cannot be taken away by any evil hand: No nor can the comfort and sweetness of it be touched or empaired by the Sons of Belial. he Says of himself and Others of the Servants of God, that they were killed all the day long, yet they lived still, they lived by faith. The life of faith cannot be taken away by any evil hand: No nor can the Comfort and sweetness of it be touched or impaired by the Sons of Belial. pns31 vvz pp-f px31 cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vbdr vvn d dt n1 av-j, av pns32 vvd av, pns32 vvd p-acp n1. dt n1 pp-f n1 vmbx vbi vvn av p-acp d j-jn n1: uh-dx ccx vmb dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31 vbb vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1252 Page 610
12332 2. It is a distinguishing life. 2. It is a distinguishing life. crd pn31 vbz dt j-vvg n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1253 Page 610
12333 The unbeliever may live the life of a beast, which is the life of a beast, he may live the life of a man, which is the life of reason; The unbeliever may live the life of a beast, which is the life of a beast, he may live the life of a man, which is the life of reason; dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; (50) sermon (DIV3) 1253 Page 610
12334 but notwithstanding this, he may perish for ever: but notwithstanding this, he may perish for ever: cc-acp c-acp d, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp av: (50) sermon (DIV3) 1253 Page 610
12335 but he that liveth the life of faith shall not perish, he who liveth this life shall live for ever. but he that lives the life of faith shall not perish, he who lives this life shall live for ever. cc-acp pns31 cst vvz dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb xx vvi, pns31 r-crq vvz d n1 vmb vvi p-acp av. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1253 Page 610
12336 3. Lastly, It is a free, and independent life. 3. Lastly, It is a free, and independent life. crd ord, pn31 vbz dt j, cc j-jn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12337 We account in the world, that that man liveth the best life, that liveth the freest life, in least dependency upon others. We account in the world, that that man lives the best life, that lives the Freest life, in least dependency upon Others. pns12 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst d n1 vvz dt js n1, cst vvz dt js n1, p-acp ds n1 p-acp n2-jn. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12338 Hence we do not account the life of a Beggar, or a Servant, or a Child, Hence we do not account the life of a Beggar, or a Servant, or a Child, av pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1, cc dt n1, (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12339 so good a life as the life of him, that lives upon none, but upon what he hath of his own. so good a life as the life of him, that lives upon none, but upon what he hath of his own. av j dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno31, cst vvz p-acp pix, cc-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz pp-f po31 d. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12340 There's none in the world lives so free a life as he who lives by faith upon the promise, his life is independent upon the whole Creation, it is hidden with Christ in God. There's none in the world lives so free a life as he who lives by faith upon the promise, his life is independent upon the Whole Creation, it is hidden with christ in God. pc-acp|vbz pix p-acp dt n1 vvz av j dt n1 c-acp pns31 r-crq vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, po31 n1 vbz j-jn p-acp dt j-jn n1, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp np1 p-acp np1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12341 But this is enough to have spoken to this piece of a Christians duty in an evil time. But this is enough to have spoken to this piece of a Christians duty in an evil time. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1. (50) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 610
12342 SERMON XLVIII. Psal. XXXVII. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. Verse 1. Fret not thy self because of evil-doers, neither be thou envious at the workers of iniquity. SERMON XLVIII. Psalm XXXVII. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8. Verse 1. Fret not thy self Because of evildoers, neither be thou envious At the workers of iniquity. n1 crd. np1 crd. crd, crd, crd, crd, crd, crd n1 crd vvb xx po21 n1 c-acp pp-f n2, av-dx vbi pns21 j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1254 Page 601
12343 Ver. 3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. Ver. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. Ver. 3. Trust in the Lord, and do good. Ver. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. np1 crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vdb j. np1 crd n1 po21 n1 av p-acp dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1256 Page 601
12344 Ver. 5. Commit thy way unto the Lord, Trust also in him. Ver. 5. Commit thy Way unto the Lord, Trust also in him. np1 crd vvb po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, vvb av p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1258 Page 601
12345 Ver. 7. Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him, fret not thy self because of him that prospereth in his way. Ver. 7. Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for him, fret not thy self Because of him that prospereth in his Way. np1 crd n1 p-acp dt n1, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31, vvb xx po21 n1 c-acp pp-f pno31 cst vvz p-acp po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1259 Page 601
12346 Ver. 8. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath, fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. Ver. 8. Cease from anger, and forsake wrath, fret not thy self in any wise to do evil. np1 crd vvb p-acp n1, cc vvi n1, vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi j-jn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1260 Page 601
12349 and they are chastned every morning, and plagued every moment, whiles the eyes of the wicked stand out with fatness, and they have what their hearts can wish, and they Are chastened every morning, and plagued every moment, while the eyes of the wicked stand out with fatness, and they have what their hearts can wish, cc pns32 vbr vvn d n1, cc vvd d n1, cs dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 av p-acp n1, cc pns32 vhb r-crq po32 n2 vmb vvi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12350 and are often suffered to devour those who are more righteous than themselves: and Are often suffered to devour those who Are more righteous than themselves: cc vbr av vvn pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr av-dc j cs px32: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12351 I am inquiring what the duty of a Child of God is under such a dispensation of Divine Providence; I am inquiring what the duty of a Child of God is under such a Dispensation of Divine Providence; pns11 vbm vvg r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp d dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12352 and for this purpose I have chosen this text, perhaps more fully expressive of it, than any other single portion of Scripture. and for this purpose I have chosen this text, perhaps more Fully expressive of it, than any other single portion of Scripture. cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb vvn d n1, av av-dc av-j j pp-f pn31, cs d j-jn j n1 pp-f n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12353 Part of it I have opened. Part of it I have opened. n1 pp-f pn31 pns11 vhb vvn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12354 I have shewed you Negatively, they ought not to fret, to be angry, or to be envious. Positively, I have shewed you it in their duty to live the life of faith. I now proceed. I have showed you Negatively, they ought not to fret, to be angry, or to be envious. Positively, I have showed you it in their duty to live the life of faith. I now proceed. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 av-jn, pns32 vmd xx p-acp vvb, pc-acp vbi j, cc pc-acp vbi j. av-j, pns11 vhb vvn pn22 pn31 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp vvb dt n1 pp-f n1. pns11 av vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1261 Page 601
12355 3. Thirdly, It is their duty to delight themselves in the Lord. You have it here v. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. 3. Thirdly, It is their duty to delight themselves in the Lord. You have it Here v. 4. Delight thy self also in the Lord. crd ord, pn31 vbz po32 n1 p-acp vvb px32 p-acp dt n1. pn22 vhb pn31 av n1 crd n1 po21 n1 av p-acp dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12356 Such a time as this is usually a time when the Child of God, cannot delight himself in the Creature: Such a time as this is usually a time when the Child of God, cannot delight himself in the Creature: d dt n1 c-acp d vbz av-j dt n1 c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1, vmbx vvi px31 p-acp dt n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12357 it may be he hath a dear, a loving Wife, dutiful, and pleasant Children, and would delight in them; it may be he hath a dear, a loving Wife, dutiful, and pleasant Children, and would delight in them; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vhz dt j-jn, dt j-vvg n1, j, cc j n2, cc vmd vvi p-acp pno32; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12358 but a Prison must separate him from them, or an Exile, or Banishment must make their Company very unpleasant to him. but a Prison must separate him from them, or an Exile, or Banishment must make their Company very unpleasant to him. cc-acp dt n1 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp pno32, cc dt n1, cc n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 av j p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12359 It may be he hath a full, and plentiful estate, and could take a pleasure in that; It may be he hath a full, and plentiful estate, and could take a pleasure in that; pn31 vmb vbi pns31 vhz dt j, cc j n1, cc vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12360 but he seeth that is by Peecemeal pul'd from him every day, and because he will enjoy his conscience, but he sees that is by Piecemeal pulled from him every day, and Because he will enjoy his conscience, cc-acp pns31 vvz cst vbz p-acp av vvd p-acp pno31 d n1, cc c-acp pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12361 and keep peace there, he shall not enjoy that property which the Laws of the Nation, and keep peace there, he shall not enjoy that property which the Laws of the nation, cc vvi n1 a-acp, pns31 vmb xx vvi d n1 r-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12362 and his honest Labour, or the gifts of his Friends have invested him with: and his honest Labour, or the Gifts of his Friends have invested him with: cc po31 j n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n2 vhb vvn pno31 p-acp: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12363 now at such a time, and under such a dispensation of Providence as this is, what shall a righteous man doe, what is his duty in such a day; now At such a time, and under such a Dispensation of Providence as this is, what shall a righteous man do, what is his duty in such a day; av p-acp d dt n1, cc p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1 c-acp d vbz, q-crq vmb dt j n1 vdb, r-crq vbz po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12364 my Text telleth you, he shall delight himself in the Lord, Delight thy self in the Lord. my Text Telleth you, he shall delight himself in the Lord, Delight thy self in the Lord. po11 n1 vvz pn22, pns31 vmb vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, n1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12365 Delight is nothing else, but the Soules Complacency, Rest, and Triumph in an object. So that to make a thing or person the object of Delight there must be an apprehended goodness in the object, Delight is nothing Else, but the Souls Complacency, Rest, and Triumph in an Object. So that to make a thing or person the Object of Delight there must be an apprehended Goodness in the Object, n1 vbz pix av, cc-acp dt n2 n1, vvb, cc n1 p-acp dt n1. av cst pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 dt n1 pp-f n1 a-acp vmb vbi dt vvn n1 p-acp dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12366 and the Soul delighting it self in it, pleaseth it self with it, and resteth, and Triumpheth, and even leapeth for joy in the Enjoyment of it. and the Soul delighting it self in it, Pleases it self with it, and rests, and Triumpheth, and even leapeth for joy in the Enjoyment of it. cc dt n1 vvg pn31 n1 p-acp pn31, vvz pn31 n1 p-acp pn31, cc vvz, cc vvz, cc j vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12367 There is in delight more than a content, pleasure and rest of the Soul in its object; There is in delight more than a content, pleasure and rest of the Soul in its Object; pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 av-dc cs dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po31 n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12368 the Soul Triumpheth, Leapeth, and even Shouteth for joy. the Soul Triumpheth, Leapeth, and even Shouteth for joy. dt n1 vvz, vvz, cc av vvz p-acp n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12369 God is to be considered in himself, so his name is Jehovah, Elshaddai, a Fountain of Sufficiency, Power, and Goodness. God is to be considered in himself, so his name is Jehovah, El shaddai, a Fountain of Sufficiency, Power, and goodness. np1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp px31, av po31 n1 vbz np1, np1, dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12370 There are three things which must concur to make a reasonable Soul to delight in any object, There Are three things which must concur to make a reasonable Soul to delight in any Object, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq vmb vvi pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12371 how good and excellent soever it be in it self. 1 Propriety, 2 Possession and Application. 1 Propriety. Let a thing or Person be in it self never so good, never so excellent, how good and excellent soever it be in it self. 1 Propriety, 2 Possession and Application. 1 Propriety. Let a thing or Person be in it self never so good, never so excellent, c-crq j cc j av pn31 vbb p-acp pn31 n1. crd n1, crd n1 cc n1. crd n1. vvb dt n1 cc n1 vbb p-acp pn31 n1 av-x av j, av-x av j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12372 and let it be so apprehended by me, this may render it the object indeed of my love, but not of my delight. and let it be so apprehended by me, this may render it the Object indeed of my love, but not of my delight. cc vvb pn31 vbi av vvn p-acp pno11, d vmb vvi pn31 dt n1 av pp-f po11 n1, cc-acp xx pp-f po11 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12373 For saith the Soul what is all this to me? here it is impossible that a wicked man should have any Delight in God, because he hath no propriety or interest in him. For Says the Soul what is all this to me? Here it is impossible that a wicked man should have any Delight in God, Because he hath no propriety or Interest in him. p-acp vvz dt n1 r-crq vbz d d p-acp pno11? av pn31 vbz j cst dt j n1 vmd vhi d n1 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhz dx n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12374 He may possibly from Reason conclude that in God there is an infinite Power, Sufficiency, Goodness, he can have no true notion of God but he must conclude this. He may possibly from Reason conclude that in God there is an infinite Power, Sufficiency, goodness, he can have no true notion of God but he must conclude this. pns31 vmb av-j p-acp n1 vvi cst p-acp np1 pc-acp vbz dt j n1, n1, n1, pns31 vmb vhi dx j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pns31 vmb vvi d. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12375 The first beeing must necessarily have an infiniteness of Power, and consequently of Sufficiency, and the Fountain of Good from whom all good floweth, must necessarily have all good in him; The First being must necessarily have an infiniteness of Power, and consequently of Sufficiency, and the Fountain of Good from whom all good flows, must necessarily have all good in him; dt ord vbg vmb av-j vhi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av-j pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j p-acp ro-crq d j vvz, vmb av-j vhi d j p-acp pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 602
12376 but let him be never so apprehensive of this, yet so long as his Soul saith, what portion have I in God? God is a stranger, but let him be never so apprehensive of this, yet so long as his Soul Says, what portion have I in God? God is a stranger, cc-acp vvb pno31 vbi av-x av j pp-f d, av av av-j c-acp po31 n1 vvz, r-crq n1 vhb pns11 p-acp np1? np1 vbz dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 603
12377 an enemy to me, he can never delight himself in God: will the Hypocrete delight himself in the Almighty? Job 27.10. If thou wilt return to the Almighty, then shalt thou delight thy self in the Almighty. an enemy to me, he can never delight himself in God: will the Hypocrete delight himself in the Almighty? Job 27.10. If thou wilt return to the Almighty, then shalt thou delight thy self in the Almighty. dt n1 p-acp pno11, pns31 vmb av-x vvi px31 p-acp np1: vmb dt j-jn n1 px31 p-acp dt j-jn? np1 crd. cs pns21 vm2 vvi p-acp dt j-jn, av vm2 pns21 vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 603
12378 None but the Child of God can delight himself in God, because he alone hath an interest and propriety in him, he alone can say, my Lord, or my God. None but the Child of God can delight himself in God, Because he alone hath an Interest and propriety in him, he alone can say, my Lord, or my God. pi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi px31 p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 av-j vhz dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 av-j vmb vvi, po11 n1, cc po11 np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1262 Page 603
12379 2. Possession also is necessary to delight. Suppose a man to have a right and title to an Estate; 2. Possession also is necessary to delight. Suppose a man to have a right and title to an Estate; crd n1 av vbz j pc-acp vvi. vvb dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt j-jn cc n1 p-acp dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12380 and consequently a propriety in it yet if he be kept out of the Possession of it he can take no delight in it. and consequently a propriety in it yet if he be kept out of the Possession of it he can take no delight in it. cc av-j dt n1 p-acp pn31 av cs pns31 vbb vvn av pp-f dt n1 pp-f pn31 pns31 vmb vvi dx n1 p-acp pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12381 Hence it is that a Soul that hath a true right and title to Christ and a real interest in him, Hence it is that a Soul that hath a true right and title to christ and a real Interest in him, av pn31 vbz d dt n1 cst vhz dt j n-jn cc n1 p-acp np1 cc dt j n1 p-acp pno31, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12382 yet if it lieth under dark apprehensions of this title, and interest, he cannot delight himself in the Lord, yet if it lies under dark apprehensions of this title, and Interest, he cannot delight himself in the Lord, av cs pn31 vvz p-acp j n2 pp-f d n1, cc n1, pns31 vmbx vvb px31 p-acp dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12383 for delight requires not only propriety, but some degrees of the apprehension of that propriety: for delight requires not only propriety, but Some Degrees of the apprehension of that propriety: c-acp vvb vvz xx av-j n1, cc-acp d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12384 Now while he apprehendeth, that his Sins have separated betwixt God and him, he wanteth such a possession as is necessary to delight. Now while he apprehendeth, that his Sins have separated betwixt God and him, he Wants such a possession as is necessary to delight. av cs pns31 vvz, cst po31 n2 vhb vvn p-acp np1 cc pno31, pns31 vvz d dt n1 c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1263 Page 603
12385 3. A third thing is Application. Let a Soul have never so true a propriety in God, never so true a possession of the promises of God; 3. A third thing is Application. Let a Soul have never so true a propriety in God, never so true a possession of the promises of God; crd dt ord n1 vbz n1. vvb dt n1 vhb av-x av j dt n1 p-acp np1, av-x av j dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1264 Page 603
12386 yet if he doth not make application to his Soul of that knowledg of God which he hath and of the promises in which he hath an interest, his Soul will have no delight in God or in the promises: yet if he does not make application to his Soul of that knowledge of God which he hath and of the promises in which he hath an Interest, his Soul will have no delight in God or in the promises: av cs pns31 vdz xx vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns31 vhz cc pp-f dt n2 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz dt n1, po31 n1 vmb vhi dx vvb p-acp np1 cc p-acp dt n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1264 Page 603
12387 now this application is made two wayes. 1. By Meditation, often thinking of God, and upon the promises. now this application is made two ways. 1. By Meditation, often thinking of God, and upon the promises. av d n1 vbz vvn crd n2. crd p-acp n1, av vvg pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1264 Page 603
12388 My meditation of him (saith David ) shall be sweet: My meditation of him (Says David) shall be sweet: po11 n1 pp-f pno31 (vvz np1) vmb vbi j: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1265 Page 603
12389 David speaks of a great delight he had in Gods Commandements, they were his Meditation night and day. David speaks of a great delight he had in God's commandments, they were his Meditation night and day. np1 vvz pp-f dt j n1 pns31 vhd p-acp npg1 n2, pns32 vbdr po31 n1 n1 cc n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1265 Page 603
12390 2. Secondly, by Faith, assuring the Soul, and giving it certain Evidence of the truth of the Promises. 2. Secondly, by Faith, assuring the Soul, and giving it certain Evidence of the truth of the Promises. crd ord, p-acp n1, vvg dt n1, cc vvg pn31 j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt vvz. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12391 Now, from this discourse both appeareth, 1. What there is in God for a Soul to delight in, in such an evil day as I have been discoursing of, Now, from this discourse both appears, 1. What there is in God for a Soul to delight in, in such an evil day as I have been discoursing of, av, p-acp d n1 av-d vvz, crd q-crq pc-acp vbz p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, p-acp d dt j-jn n1 c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg pp-f, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12392 when his People are very low, and his Enemies are very high. when his People Are very low, and his Enemies Are very high. c-crq po31 n1 vbr av j, cc po31 n2 vbr av j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12393 It is that power, and sufficiency which is in him, by which he is able to Relieve them; It is that power, and sufficiency which is in him, by which he is able to Relieve them; pn31 vbz cst n1, cc n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12394 and that goodness which is in him, and rendereth him always ready to help, and willing to save so as nothing can stand betwixt us and our desired Salvation, help and deliverance, and that Goodness which is in him, and rendereth him always ready to help, and willing to save so as nothing can stand betwixt us and our desired Salvation, help and deliverance, cc d n1 r-crq vbz p-acp pno31, cc vvz pno31 av j pc-acp vvi, cc j pc-acp vvi av c-acp pix vmb vvi p-acp pno12 cc po12 j-vvn n1, vvb cc n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12395 but only his wisdom, by which he better knoweth times, and seasons, and what is good, but only his Wisdom, by which he better Knoweth times, and seasons, and what is good, cc-acp av-j po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-j vvz n2, cc n2, cc r-crq vbz j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12396 or bad for us than we doe. or bade for us than we do. cc vvd p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vdb. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12397 The Soul knowing and apprehending these things, and likewise its own propriety, and interest in God, The Soul knowing and apprehending these things, and likewise its own propriety, and Interest in God, dt n1 vvg cc vvg d n2, cc av po31 d n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 603
12398 and being put into some possession of this Propriety, in a day of evil makes its application to such promises, and being put into Some possession of this Propriety, in a day of evil makes its application to such promises, cc vbg vvn p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn vvz po31 n1 p-acp d n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12399 and portions of his word, as he hath revealed his will in, proper to such a State as the Soul is in: and portions of his word, as he hath revealed his will in, proper to such a State as the Soul is in: cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp, j p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12400 hence it comes to be well-pleased with God in his dispensations, it is brought to a sweet, hence it comes to be well-pleased with God in his dispensations, it is brought to a sweet, av pn31 vvz pc-acp vbi j p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12401 and pleasing rest, and triumpheth in its portion, in the day of greatest Evils, and singeth with David. Psal. 73.25. and pleasing rest, and Triumpheth in its portion, in the day of greatest Evils, and sings with David. Psalm 73.25. cc j-vvg n1, cc vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f js n2-jn, cc vvz p-acp np1. np1 crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12402 Whom have I in Heaven hut thee? and there is none upon the Earth that I desire besides thee? My flesh, Whom have I in Heaven hut thee? and there is none upon the Earth that I desire beside thee? My Flesh, ro-crq vhb pns11 p-acp n1 vvb pno21? cc pc-acp vbz pix p-acp dt n1 cst pns11 vvb p-acp pno21? po11 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12403 and my heart faileth, but God is the strength of my heart and my Portion for ever, v. 26. Now this is both the duty, and my heart Faileth, but God is the strength of my heart and my Portion for ever, v. 26. Now this is both the duty, cc po11 n1 vvz, cc-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po11 n1 cc po11 n1 c-acp av, n1 crd av d vbz d dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12404 and priviledge of every Child of God, and indeed these are both great arguments to perswade it. and privilege of every Child of God, and indeed these Are both great Arguments to persuade it. cc n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1, cc av d vbr d j n2 pc-acp vvi pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12405 It is their priviledge, for though there be a Power, a Sufficiency, an infinite goodness in God, which is inseparable from his Divine beeing; It is their privilege, for though there be a Power, a Sufficiency, an infinite Goodness in God, which is inseparable from his Divine being; pn31 vbz po32 n1, c-acp cs pc-acp vbi dt n1, dt n1, dt j n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 n-jn vbg; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12406 yet this not being enough to bring the Soul to a pleasure, delight and complacency in an object, without a Propriety, Possession and Application of it, it is manifest, that only those Souls, who have such a propriety, interest and possession, and are in capacity to make such an Application, can delight themselves in the Lord; yet this not being enough to bring the Soul to a pleasure, delight and complacency in an Object, without a Propriety, Possession and Application of it, it is manifest, that only those Souls, who have such a propriety, Interest and possession, and Are in capacity to make such an Application, can delight themselves in the Lord; av d xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31, pn31 vbz j, cst av-j d n2, r-crq vhb d dt n1, n1 cc n1, cc vbr p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, vmb vvi px32 p-acp dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12407 and as this is their Priviledge, so it is also their duty: which will appear to you if you please to consider, and as this is their Privilege, so it is also their duty: which will appear to you if you please to Consider, cc c-acp d vbz po32 n1, av pn31 vbz av po32 n1: r-crq vmb vvi p-acp pn22 cs pn22 vvb pc-acp vvi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1266 Page 604
12408 1. That there is enough in God, for the Soul of a Child of God to please it self with, under all dispensations. 1. That there is enough in God, for the Soul of a Child of God to please it self with, under all dispensations. crd d a-acp vbz av-d p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp, p-acp d n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1267 Page 604
12409 Shall I shew you what that is. 1. Whatsoever is done in the World is done by him. Shall I show you what that is. 1. Whatsoever is done in the World is done by him. vmb pns11 vvi pn22 r-crq d vbz. crd r-crq vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 vbz vdn p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1267 Page 604
12410 It is the Lord who lifteth up one and throweth down another, there is no Evil in the City which he hath not done. It is the Lord who lifts up one and throweth down Another, there is no Evil in the city which he hath not done. pn31 vbz dt n1 r-crq vvz a-acp crd cc vvz a-acp j-jn, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz xx vdn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1268 Page 604
12411 2. In all God doth pursue the noble, good, and wise ends of his own glory. 2. In all God does pursue the noble, good, and wise ends of his own glory. crd p-acp d np1 vdz vvi dt j, j, cc j n2 pp-f po31 d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1269 Page 604
12412 Whatsoever the intentions of men are, whether Assyria mean so, or so, God pursueth still the same design of his own glory, being his own end, in all his Efficiencies, and in all his permissions, Whatsoever the intentions of men Are, whither Assyria mean so, or so, God pursueth still the same Design of his own glory, being his own end, in all his Efficiencies, and in all his permissions, r-crq dt n2 pp-f n2 vbr, cs np1 vvb av, cc av, np1 vvz av dt d n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vbg po31 d n1, p-acp d po31 n2, cc p-acp d po31 n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1269 Page 604
12413 and to this end he ordereth all things. and to this end he Ordereth all things. cc p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz d n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1269 Page 604
12414 3. That he is a God infinitely wise, and it must be said of all his works of Providence as well as creation, In wisdom he hath made them all. 3. That he is a God infinitely wise, and it must be said of all his works of Providence as well as creation, In Wisdom he hath made them all. crd cst pns31 vbz dt np1 av-j j, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d po31 n2 pp-f n1 c-acp av c-acp n1, p-acp n1 pns31 vhz vvn pno32 d. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1270 Page 604
12415 His Judgments are indeed a great deep, but they are a deep of Divine wisdome; His Judgments Are indeed a great deep, but they Are a deep of Divine Wisdom; po31 n2 vbr av dt j j-jn, cc-acp pns32 vbr dt j-jn pp-f j-jn n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1270 Page 604
12416 and all that God doth or suffereth to be done in the World, he doth, he suffereth all to be done according to his infinite wisdome, and counsel. and all that God does or suffers to be done in the World, he does, he suffers all to be done according to his infinite Wisdom, and counsel. cc d cst np1 vdz cc vvz pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp dt n1, pns31 vdz, pns31 vvz d pc-acp vbi vdn p-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1270 Page 604
12417 4. That he is the same in power that ever he was. 4. That he is the same in power that ever he was. crd cst pns31 vbz dt d p-acp n1 cst av pns31 vbds. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1271 Page 604
12418 Once have I spoken, yea twice have I heard it (saith the Psalmist) that power belongeth unto God; Once have I spoken, yea twice have I herd it (Says the Psalmist) that power belongeth unto God; a-acp vhb pns11 vvn, uh av vhb pns11 vvn pn31 (vvz dt n1) d n1 vvz p-acp np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1271 Page 604
12419 so as if he pleased he could when he pleased alter the state, and complexion of things, so as if he pleased he could when he pleased altar the state, and complexion of things, av c-acp cs pns31 vvd pns31 vmd c-crq pns31 vvd vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1271 Page 605
12420 and turn the wheel, that now runs upon the lot of his people, upon the neck of his Enemies, and turn the wheel, that now runs upon the lot of his people, upon the neck of his Enemies, cc vvi dt n1, cst av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1271 Page 605
12421 and put wicked men in the stead of his afflicted people. and put wicked men in the stead of his afflicted people. cc vvd j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-vvn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1271 Page 605
12422 5. That his love is the same that ever it was toward his people, and is working towards, 5. That his love is the same that ever it was towards his people, and is working towards, crd cst po31 n1 vbz dt d cst av pn31 vbds p-acp po31 n1, cc vbz vvg p-acp, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12423 and for them under the darkest, and most gloomy dispensations of Divine Providence. and for them under the Darkest, and most gloomy dispensations of Divine Providence. cc p-acp pno32 p-acp dt js, cc av-ds j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12424 God loveth his children in Prisons, as well as in Palaces, in a poor and low, God loves his children in Prisons, as well as in Palaces, in a poor and low, np1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2, p-acp dt j cc j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12425 as well as in a more high, and prosperous condition, upon dunghils as well as upon Thrones: as well as in a more high, and prosperous condition, upon dunghills as well as upon Thrones: c-acp av c-acp p-acp dt av-dc j, cc j n1, p-acp n2 c-acp av c-acp p-acp n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12426 now lay all this together and Judg if a child of God hath not ground enough to delight himself in the Lord under all dispensations of Divine Providence. now lay all this together and Judge if a child of God hath not ground enough to delight himself in the Lord under all dispensations of Divine Providence. av vvb d d av cc vvb cs dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz xx n1 av-d pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12427 It is not enough to please his Soul, and to bring it to a rest for him to think, what is now done in the World, It is not enough to please his Soul, and to bring it to a rest for him to think, what is now done in the World, pn31 vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi po31 n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, r-crq vbz av vdn p-acp dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12446 and there shall be no herd in the stall, that is, though all sensible relief, and comfort, shall fail: and there shall be no heard in the stall, that is, though all sensible relief, and Comfort, shall fail: cc pc-acp vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp dt n1, cst vbz, cs d j n1, cc n1, vmb vvi: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12428 or in that part of the World where my Lot is cast, my heavenly Father doth it all, and he ordereth all things for his own Glory, he is infinitely wise and knoweth how to fetch out his honour from all, he hath all power in his hand, or in that part of the World where my Lot is cast, my heavenly Father does it all, and he Ordereth all things for his own Glory, he is infinitely wise and Knoweth how to fetch out his honour from all, he hath all power in his hand, cc p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 c-crq po11 n1 vbz vvn, po11 j n1 vdz pn31 d, cc pns31 vvz d n2 p-acp po31 d n1, pns31 vbz av-j j cc vvz c-crq pc-acp vvi av po31 n1 p-acp d, pns31 vhz d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12429 and can turn his hand upon the little ones, upon the poor and afflicted of his flock whensoever he pleaseth; and can turn his hand upon the little ones, upon the poor and afflicted of his flock whensoever he Pleases; cc vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j pi2, p-acp dt j cc j-vvn pp-f po31 n1 c-crq pns31 vvz; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12430 and he loveth me as well in this low afflicted, poor, despised estate as he did when the world went better with me, and he loves me as well in this low afflicted, poor, despised estate as he did when the world went better with me, cc pns31 vvz pno11 a-acp av p-acp d j j-vvn, j, j-vvn n1 c-acp pns31 vdd c-crq dt n1 vvd av-jc p-acp pno11, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12431 and I had more credit and repute in it, more of the riches, honours, power, and enjoyments of it than I now have. and I had more credit and repute in it, more of the riches, honours, power, and enjoyments of it than I now have. cc pns11 vhd dc n1 cc vvi p-acp pn31, n1 pp-f dt n2, n2, n1, cc n2 pp-f pn31 cs pns11 av vhi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12432 Is not here ground enough for a Soul under such dispensations to delight himself in the Lord, especially considering the promise in the Text; Is not Here ground enough for a Soul under such dispensations to delight himself in the Lord, especially considering the promise in the Text; vbz xx av n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1, av-j vvg dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12433 Delight thy self in the Lord, and he shall give thee the desires of thy heart? But besides this, Delight thy self in the Lord, and he shall give thee the Desires of thy heart? But beside this, n1 po21 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno21 dt n2 pp-f po21 n1? cc-acp p-acp d, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12434 how often doth God call to us for this duty? Psal. 33. v. 1. Rejoyce in the Lord, O you righteous. Joel. 2.23. how often does God call to us for this duty? Psalm 33. v. 1. Rejoice in the Lord, Oh you righteous. Joel. 2.23. c-crq av vdz np1 vvi p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1? np1 crd n1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1, uh pn22 j. np1. crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12435 Fear not, O land, be glad, and rejoyce, for the Lord will do great things, v. 21. Be glad then you children of Sion, fear not, Oh land, be glad, and rejoice, for the Lord will do great things, v. 21. Be glad then you children of Sion, vvb xx, uh n1, vbb j, cc vvi, p-acp dt n1 vmb vdi j n2, n1 crd vbb j cs pn22 n2 pp-f np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12436 and rejoyce in the Lord your God. Phil. 3.1. ch. 4.4. Rejoyce in the Lord. Rejoyce in the Lord, and again I say rejoyce. and rejoice in the Lord your God. Philip 3.1. changed. 4.4. Rejoice in the Lord. Rejoice in the Lord, and again I say rejoice. cc vvi p-acp dt n1 po22 n1. np1 crd. n2. crd. vvb p-acp dt n1. vvb p-acp dt n1, cc av pns11 vvb vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12437 We shall find this hath been the constant refuge and practice of the people of God. We shall find this hath been the constant refuge and practice of the people of God. pns12 vmb vvi d vhz vbn dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12438 David his third Psalm was composed when he fled from Absolom, his 7th Psalm when he was afflicted with the words of Cush the Benjamite: his 34. Psalm, David his third Psalm was composed when he fled from Absalom, his 7th Psalm when he was afflicted with the words of Cush the Benjamite: his 34. Psalm, np1 po31 ord n1 vbds vvn c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp np1, po31 ord n1 c-crq pns31 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f uh dt n1: po31 crd np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12439 when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech the Philistim King: when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech the Philistim King: c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1 dt n1 n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12440 his 52. Psalm upon occasion of the villany of Doeg the Edomite: his 54. when the Ziphites made a discovery of them to Saul: his 56. Psalm when the Philistines took him in Gath. The former part of his life, his 52. Psalm upon occasion of the villainy of Doeg the Edomite: his 54. when the Ziphites made a discovery of them to Saul: his 56. Psalm when the philistines took him in Gaza The former part of his life, png31 crd np1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 dt np1: po31 crd c-crq dt np1 vvd dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp np1: po31 crd np1 c-crq dt njp2 vvd pno31 p-acp np1 dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 605
12441 until the Lord setled him upon the Throne of Israel and Judah, was indeed nothing else but a time of trouble and great afflictions, until the Lord settled him upon the Throne of Israel and Judah, was indeed nothing Else but a time of trouble and great afflictions, c-acp dt n1 vvd pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, vbds av pix av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc j n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12442 when his enemies were very high, and he was very low, he had little, or nothing in the creature to delight in now at this time, the Psalmes tell you his relief, when his enemies were very high, and he was very low, he had little, or nothing in the creature to delight in now At this time, the Psalms tell you his relief, c-crq po31 n2 vbdr av j, cc pns31 vbds av j, pns31 vhd j, cc pix p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp av p-acp d n1, dt n2 vvb pn22 po31 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12443 and practice, which was to delight himself in God. and practice, which was to delight himself in God. cc n1, r-crq vbds pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12444 Thus Habbackkuk, ch. 3. v. 17. Although the fig-tree shall not blossome, neither shall be fruit in the Vine, the labour of the Olive shall faile, Thus Habbackkuk, changed. 3. v. 17. Although the Fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall be fruit in the Vine, the labour of the Olive shall fail, av np1, vvn. crd n1 crd cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi, dx vmb vbi n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmb vvi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12445 and the fields shall yield no meat, the flocks shall be cut off from the fold, and the fields shall yield no meat, the flocks shall be Cut off from the fold, cc dt n2 vmb vvi dx n1, dt n2 vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12448 To press you to this duty, I shall only mind you of what I have already told you. To press you to this duty, I shall only mind you of what I have already told you. pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 pp-f r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn pn22. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1272 Page 606
12449 1. That there can be no such providences befal any Child of God, but he may find enough under them still to delight in God: 1. That there can be no such providences befall any Child of God, but he may find enough under them still to delight in God: crd d a-acp vmb vbi dx d n2 vvi d n1 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi av-d p-acp pno32 av pc-acp vvi p-acp np1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12450 when he can see nothing for a Sensual eye to delight in, he may yet find enough for his Spiritual eye to delight in. when he can see nothing for a Sensual eye to delight in, he may yet find enough for his Spiritual eye to delight in. c-crq pns31 vmb vvi pix p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, pns31 vmb av vvi av-d p-acp po31 j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12451 Is it not matter of pleasure to thee to think, Well let times goe how they will, I have a God to go to, Is it not matter of pleasure to thee to think, Well let times go how they will, I have a God to go to, vbz pn31 xx n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi, av vvb n2 vvi c-crq pns32 vmb, pns11 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12452 though (saith Job) Wormes shall eat this body, yet in my flesh I shall see God? To think that now God is but doing his own work, though (Says Job) Worms shall eat this body, yet in my Flesh I shall see God? To think that now God is but doing his own work, cs (vvz np1) n2 vmb vvi d n1, av p-acp po11 n1 pns11 vmb vvi np1? pc-acp vvi cst av np1 vbz cc-acp vdg png31 d n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12453 and though men oppress, yet he that is higher then the highest considereth the matter? To think that God is able to turn the ball when he pleaseth, that in the mean time he is in the love and favour of God, he may have communion with God, and though men oppress, yet he that is higher then the highest Considereth the matter? To think that God is able to turn the ball when he Pleases, that in the mean time he is in the love and favour of God, he may have communion with God, cc cs n2 vvb, av pns31 cst vbz jc cs dt js vvz dt n1? p-acp vvi cst np1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz, cst p-acp dt j n1 pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12454 and God will provide for him? These and an hundred such things as these afford matter enough for the child of God to delight himself in the Lord at all times. and God will provide for him? These and an hundred such things as these afford matter enough for the child of God to delight himself in the Lord At all times. cc np1 vmb vvi p-acp pno31? np1 cc dt crd d n2 c-acp d vvb n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1273 Page 606
12455 2. Consider again, how equitable it is, that Children should at all times delight themselves in him, 2. Consider again, how equitable it is, that Children should At all times delight themselves in him, crd np1 av, c-crq j pn31 vbz, cst n2 vmd p-acp d n2 vvb px32 p-acp pno31, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12456 because he at all times delighteth himself in them: whom the Lord loveth he chastneth, as a Father his Son in whom he delighteth; Because he At all times delights himself in them: whom the Lord loves he Chasteneth, as a Father his Son in whom he delights; c-acp pns31 p-acp d n2 vvz px31 p-acp pno32: r-crq dt n1 vvz pns31 vvz, c-acp dt n1 po31 n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12457 his chastening is not a dispensation of wrath, but of wisdome. Observe how he speaketh to his afflicted Church. Isa. 54.11. his chastening is not a Dispensation of wrath, but of Wisdom. Observe how he speaks to his afflicted Church. Isaiah 54.11. po31 vvg vbz xx dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1. vvb c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 j-vvn n1. np1 crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12458 O thou afflicted, tossed with tempests and not comforted, behold I will lay thy stones with fair colours, Oh thou afflicted, tossed with tempests and not comforted, behold I will lay thy stones with fair colours, uh pns21 j-vvn, vvn p-acp n2 cc xx vvn, vvb pns11 vmb vvi po21 n2 p-acp j n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12459 and lay thy foundations with saphires. and lay thy foundations with Sapphires. cc vvb po21 n2 p-acp n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12460 Christ was anointed to appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oyl of joy for mourning, christ was anointed to appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for Ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, np1 vbds vvn p-acp vvb p-acp pno32 cst vvb p-acp np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 n1 p-acp n2, dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12461 and the garment of gladness, for the spirit of heaviness, Isa. 64.1, 3. Though his people have lien amongst the Pots (as the Psalmist expresseth it) yet he hath a pleasure in them. and the garment of gladness, for the Spirit of heaviness, Isaiah 64.1, 3. Though his people have lain among the Pots (as the Psalmist Expresses it) yet he hath a pleasure in them. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd, crd cs po31 n1 vhb vvn p-acp dt n2 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pn31) av pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp pno32. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1274 Page 606
12462 3. Let me Thirdly, offer to your consideration, the advantage of this delighting your selves in the Lord in a day of Evil. It would arme the Soul against all the temptations of an evil time. 1. It would abstract the mind from the world: 3. Let me Thirdly, offer to your consideration, the advantage of this delighting your selves in the Lord in a day of Evil. It would arm the Soul against all the temptations of an evil time. 1. It would abstract the mind from the world: crd vvb pno11 ord, vvb p-acp po22 n1, dt n1 pp-f d vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1. crd pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12463 we see if the Husband delights in his Wife, or a Father on his Child, we see if the Husband delights in his Wife, or a Father on his Child, pns12 vvb cs dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, cc dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12464 how it draweth off their hearts from all other objects, that all are nothing to them in comparison of that object in which the great delight of their heart is. 2. It would fill the mind of a man, so as it should say to all the world, how it draws off their hearts from all other objects, that all Are nothing to them in comparison of that Object in which the great delight of their heart is. 2. It would fill the mind of a man, so as it should say to all the world, c-crq pn31 vvz a-acp po32 n2 p-acp d j-jn n2, cst d vbr pix p-acp pno32 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 vbz. crd pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av c-acp pn31 vmd vvi p-acp d dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12465 as Esay, I have enough, I have enough, keep what thou hast unto thy self; or as Jacob (whose delight was in Joseph ) It is enough: as Isaiah, I have enough, I have enough, keep what thou hast unto thy self; or as Jacob (whose delight was in Joseph) It is enough: c-acp np1, pns11 vhb av-d, pns11 vhb av-d, vvb r-crq pns21 vh2 p-acp po21 n1; cc c-acp np1 (rg-crq n1 vbds p-acp np1) pn31 vbz av-d: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12466 is Joseph yet alive? It is enough. 3. It would give the Soul a rest. is Joseph yet alive? It is enough. 3. It would give the Soul a rest. vbz np1 av j? pn31 vbz av-d. crd pn31 vmd vvi dt n1 dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12467 The mind of a man resteth in the object of its delight. 4. Finally, it would wonderfully quiet the mind as to the Will of God; The mind of a man rests in the Object of its delight. 4. Finally, it would wonderfully quiet the mind as to the Will of God; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. crd av-j, pn31 vmd av-j vvi dt n1 c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12468 we are usually satisfied with what is done by those persons whom we principally love, and delight in. we Are usually satisfied with what is done by those Persons whom we principally love, and delight in. pns12 vbr av-j vvn p-acp r-crq vbz vdn p-acp d n2 ro-crq pns12 av-j vvb, cc vvi p-acp. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12469 Let this therefore be our study, our great labour and business, to bring up our hearts to a delight in the Lord. Let this Therefore be our study, our great labour and business, to bring up our hearts to a delight in the Lord. vvb d av vbb po12 n1, po12 j n1 cc n1, pc-acp vvi a-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12470 Study his attributes that you may know what he is in his Power, Goodness, Truth, Wisdom &c. Study his promises, which concern this life, Study his attributes that you may know what he is in his Power, goodness, Truth, Wisdom etc. Study his promises, which concern this life, n1 po31 n2 cst pn22 vmb vvi r-crq pns31 vbz p-acp po31 n1, n1, n1, n1 av vvb po31 n2, r-crq vvb d n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12471 or that which is to come; particularly those which more specially sute thy circumstances: Consider the examples of the Saints, and Servants of God, in thy circumstances; or that which is to come; particularly those which more specially suit thy Circumstances: Consider the Examples of the Saints, and Servants of God, in thy Circumstances; cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi; av-j d r-crq av-dc av-j vvi po21 n2: vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, p-acp po21 n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12472 meditate upon these things, whet them upon thy heart; meditate upon these things, whet them upon thy heart; vvb p-acp d n2, vvb pno32 p-acp po21 n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12473 say often to thy self, This God is in himself, Thus and thus he hath revealed himself, say often to thy self, This God is in himself, Thus and thus he hath revealed himself, vvb av p-acp po21 n1, d np1 vbz p-acp px31, av cc av pns31 vhz vvn px31, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12474 and he who hath said it, is Power, Goodness, Truth, &c. But this is enough to have spoken, to this other piece of a Christians duty, under such dispensations of Divine Providence. and he who hath said it, is Power, goodness, Truth, etc. But this is enough to have spoken, to this other piece of a Christians duty, under such dispensations of Divine Providence. cc pns31 r-crq vhz vvn pn31, vbz n1, n1, n1, av p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn, p-acp d j-jn n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12475 I proceed to another piece of Duty. 4. Depart from evil, and do good. You have it. I proceed to Another piece of Duty. 4. Depart from evil, and do good. You have it. pns11 vvb p-acp j-jn n1 pp-f n1. crd vvb p-acp n-jn, cc vdb j. pn22 vhb pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1275 Page 607
12476 vers. 8. Fret not thy self in any wise to do Evil. And vers. 3. Trust in the Lord and do good; vers. 8. Fret not thy self in any wise to do Evil. And vers. 3. Trust in the Lord and do good; fw-la. crd vvb xx po21 n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vdi np1 cc fw-la. crd vvb p-acp dt n1 cc vdb j; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12477 you have them both together, Psal. 34.12. and 1 Pet. 3.12. you have them both together, Psalm 34.12. and 1 Pet. 3.12. pn22 vhb pno32 d av, np1 crd. cc crd np1 crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12478 Now this doing of good, is a very large term according to the intent of all that duty, which is required of us by the precepts of the first and second table. Now this doing of good, is a very large term according to the intent of all that duty, which is required of us by the Precepts of the First and second table. av d vdg pp-f j, vbz dt av j n1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst n1, r-crq vbz vvn pp-f pno12 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord cc ord n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12479 There is a duty which we owe unto God, all which is comprehended under the first and great commandement, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy heart and all thy Soul, and all thy Strength. There is a duty which we owe unto God, all which is comprehended under the First and great Commandment, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God, with all thy heart and all thy Soul, and all thy Strength. pc-acp vbz dt n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1, d r-crq vbz vvn p-acp dt ord cc j n1, pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 po21 n1, p-acp d po21 n1 cc d po21 n1, cc d po21 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12480 Thus that man doth good, that loveth, and feareth God, that prayeth unto him, and performeth all those acts of homage, Thus that man does good, that loves, and fears God, that Prayeth unto him, and Performeth all those acts of homage, av cst n1 vdz j, cst vvz, cc vvz np1, cst vvz p-acp pno31, cc vvz d d n2 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12481 and worship which God hath in his word required, as much and as zealously and warmly in the worst, and worship which God hath in his word required, as much and as zealously and warmly in the worst, cc vvb r-crq np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvd, c-acp d cc c-acp av-j cc av-j p-acp dt js, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12482 as in the best of times: as in the best of times: c-acp p-acp dt js pp-f n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12483 this is properly a doing of good, it is honest and just, and what God requireth of us; this is properly a doing of good, it is honest and just, and what God requires of us; d vbz av-j dt vdg pp-f j, pn31 vbz j cc j, cc r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pno12; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 607
12484 it bringeth profit and advantage to our selves; it brings profit and advantage to our selves; pn31 vvz n1 cc n1 p-acp po12 n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12503 Times are also called evil with respect to punishment, to some judgments of God that are abroad in the world: Times Are also called evil with respect to punishment, to Some Judgments of God that Are abroad in the world: ng1 vbr av vvn j-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f np1 cst vbr av p-acp dt n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12485 it will bring comfort, sweetness, and peace to the Soul. So that take good in what notion you will, this is a true doing good. Again, there is a good which may be done to our selves, or to others: it will bring Comfort, sweetness, and peace to the Soul. So that take good in what notion you will, this is a true doing good. Again, there is a good which may be done to our selves, or to Others: pn31 vmb vvi n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 av cst vvb j p-acp r-crq n1 pn22 vmb, d vbz dt j vdg j. av, pc-acp vbz dt j r-crq vmb vbi vdn p-acp po12 n2, cc p-acp n2-jn: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12486 the Apostle commandeth us to do good to all, Gal. 6.10. thus our Saviour commandeth us to do good to them that hate us, and the Apostle Heb. 13.16. commands us not to forget to do good and to distribute; the Apostle commands us to do good to all, Gal. 6.10. thus our Saviour commands us to do good to them that hate us, and the Apostle Hebrew 13.16. commands us not to forget to do good and to distribute; dt n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vdb j p-acp d, np1 crd. av po12 n1 vvz pno12 p-acp vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno12, cc dt n1 np1 crd. vvz pno12 xx pc-acp vvi p-acp vdb j cc pc-acp vvi; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12487 and it is one piece of our doing good, Isa. 1.17. to judge the fatherless, and relieve the oppressed. and it is one piece of our doing good, Isaiah 1.17. to judge the fatherless, and relieve the oppressed. cc pn31 vbz crd n1 pp-f po12 vdg j, np1 crd. p-acp vvb dt j, cc vvi dt j-vvn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12488 Further yet, there is a good of our general calling: This is comprehensive of the whole duty of a man considered in no further capacity, Further yet, there is a good of our general calling: This is comprehensive of the Whole duty of a man considered in no further capacity, jc av, pc-acp vbz dt j pp-f po12 j n-vvg: d vbz j pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp dx jc n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12489 than that of a creature towards God, or that of a Christian relating to the Lord Jesus Christ, and owning him. than that of a creature towards God, or that of a Christian relating to the Lord jesus christ, and owning him. cs d pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc d pp-f dt njp vvg p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc vvg pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12490 There is a good of our particular calling, respecting us with reference to our Relations, There is a good of our particular calling, respecting us with Referente to our Relations, pc-acp vbz dt j pp-f po12 j n-vvg, vvg pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12491 as Magistrates or Subjects, Husbands, or Wives, Ministers, or flock, Parents, or children, Masters, or Servants. as Magistrates or Subject's, Husbands, or Wives, Ministers, or flock, Parents, or children, Masters, or Servants. c-acp n2 cc n2-jn, n2, cc n2, n2, cc n1, n2, cc n2, n2, cc n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12492 Finally, there is a good of a particular season, the works, and business of our day relating to the particular circumstances, Finally, there is a good of a particular season, the works, and business of our day relating to the particular Circumstances, av-j, pc-acp vbz dt j pp-f dt j n1, dt n2, cc n1 pp-f po12 n1 vvg p-acp dt j n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12493 and dispensations of Providence, under which it pleaseth God to bring us. and dispensations of Providence, under which it Pleases God to bring us. cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno12. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12494 Having thus far discoursed of good, and distinguished of that, it is easie to understand what Evil is. It is either the omission of some of these duties, Having thus Far discoursed of good, and distinguished of that, it is easy to understand what Evil is. It is either the omission of Some of these duties, vhg av av-j vvn pp-f j, cc vvn pp-f d, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq j-jn vbz. pn31 vbz d dt n1 pp-f d pp-f d n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12495 or the commission or doing some things which are opposite to them. I take the precepts of the text in the large sence. or the commission or doing Some things which Are opposite to them. I take the Precepts of the text in the large sense. cc dt n1 cc vdg d n2 r-crq vbr j-jn p-acp pno32. pns11 vvb dt n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12496 A Christian ought to do all manner of good, and to abstain from all omissions of any duty, A Christian ought to do all manner of good, and to abstain from all omissions of any duty, dt njp vmd pc-acp vdi d n1 pp-f j, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f d n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12497 or commissions of any thing which is contrary to that duty, which God expecteth from him, either in his general calling, or in his particular Relation; or commissions of any thing which is contrary to that duty, which God Expects from him, either in his general calling, or in his particular Relation; cc n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp d n1, r-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno31, av-d p-acp po31 n1 vvg, cc p-acp po31 j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12498 he is at all times to eschew evil, and to do good. The precepts of God, Psal. 37.26. Isa. 1.16, 17. 1 Pet. 3.12. concern him, and oblige him at all times; he is At all times to eschew evil, and to do good. The Precepts of God, Psalm 37.26. Isaiah 1.16, 17. 1 Pet. 3.12. concern him, and oblige him At all times; pns31 vbz p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi j-jn, cc pc-acp vdi j. dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd. np1 crd, crd crd np1 crd. vvb pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp d n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12499 but it is their more especial duty, with reference to evil times; and indeed this is the readiest way to make times better. but it is their more especial duty, with Referente to evil times; and indeed this is the Readiest Way to make times better. cc-acp pn31 vbz po32 n1 j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn n2; cc av d vbz dt js n1 pc-acp vvi n2 av-jc. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12500 Evil times are so called upon a double account, either with respect to sin, or to punishment, These times are evil times wherein sin aboundeth, Evil times Are so called upon a double account, either with respect to since, or to punishment, These times Are evil times wherein since Aboundeth, j-jn n2 vbr av vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1, d n2 vbr j-jn n2 c-crq n1 vvz, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12501 and the love of many groweth cold; now our sins contribute to the aboundings of sin, in the time wherein we live: and the love of many grows cold; now our Sins contribute to the aboundings of since, in the time wherein we live: cc dt n1 pp-f d vvz j-jn; av po12 n2 vvi p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12502 we use to say that if every man would sweep his own door, the streets would be clean. we use to say that if every man would sweep his own door, the streets would be clean. pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi cst cs d n1 vmd vvi po31 d n1, dt n2 vmd vbi j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12504 now for us to do good, to depart from evil and do good is the way to have the judgments of God averted from us. now for us to do good, to depart from evil and do good is the Way to have the Judgments of God averted from us. av p-acp pno12 pc-acp vdi j, pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn cc vdb j vbz dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt n2 pp-f np1 vvn p-acp pno12. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 608
12505 Wash you (saith God ( Isa. 1.16, 17. make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from you: Wash you (Says God (Isaiah 1.16, 17. make you clean, put away the evil of your doings from you: vvb pn22 (vvz np1 (np1 crd, crd vvb pn22 j, vvb av dt n-jn pp-f po22 n2-vdg p-acp pn22: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12506 come let us reason together, though your sins be as scarlet, you shall be as snow; come let us reason together, though your Sins be as scarlet, you shall be as snow; vvb vvb pno12 vvi av, cs po22 n2 vbb a-acp j-jn, pn22 vmb vbi p-acp n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12507 though they were as crimson, you shall be as white as wooll. though they were as crimson, you shall be as white as wool. cs pns32 vbdr a-acp j-jn, pn22 vmb vbi a-acp j-jn c-acp n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12508 You have it vers. 6. Do good, and thou shall dwell in the land, and (as we Translate it) verily thou shalt be fed. Zeph. 2.3. Seek you the Lord all you meek of the earth, it may be you shall be hid in the day of the Lords anger. You have it vers. 6. Do good, and thou shall dwell in the land, and (as we Translate it) verily thou shalt be fed. Zephaniah 2.3. Seek you the Lord all you meek of the earth, it may be you shall be hid in the day of the lords anger. pn22 vhb pn31 zz. crd vdb j, cc pns21 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1, cc (c-acp pns12 vvb pn31) av-j pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. np1 crd. vvb pn22 dt n1 av-d pn22 j pp-f dt n1, pn31 vmb vbi pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12509 Ten righteous persons would have saved Sodom. Besides, evil times being usually times of suffering as to the people of God; Ten righteous Persons would have saved Sodom. Beside, evil times being usually times of suffering as to the people of God; crd j n2 vmd vhi vvn np1. a-acp, j-jn n2 vbg av-j n2 pp-f vvg a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12510 it is unquestionably their great concern to take heed, that they suffer not as evil doers. 1 Pet. 3.14. If you be reproached for the name of Christ, saith the Apostle, happy are you; for the Spirit of God and of glory resteth upon you. it is unquestionably their great concern to take heed, that they suffer not as evil doers. 1 Pet. 3.14. If you be reproached for the name of christ, Says the Apostle, happy Are you; for the Spirit of God and of glory rests upon you. pn31 vbz av-j po32 j vvi pc-acp vvi n1, cst pns32 vvb xx c-acp j-jn n2. vvn np1 crd. cs pn22 vbb vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz dt n1, j vbr pn22; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc pp-f n1 vvz p-acp pn22. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12511 On their parts he is evil spoken of, but on your parts he is glorified; On their parts he is evil spoken of, but on your parts he is glorified; p-acp po32 n2 pns31 vbz j-jn vvn pp-f, cc-acp p-acp po22 n2 pns31 vbz vvn; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12512 but let none of you suffer as a murtherer, or as an evil doer, &c. We ordinarily call suffering-times evil times; but let none of you suffer as a murderer, or as an evil doer, etc. We ordinarily call suffering-times evil times; cc-acp vvb pix pp-f pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt j-jn n1, av pns12 av-j vvb n2 j-jn n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12513 now it is the great wisdom of a Christian to make the best of the worst of times, that they may suffer with comfort, now it is the great Wisdom of a Christian to make the best of the worst of times, that they may suffer with Comfort, av pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt njp pc-acp vvi dt js pp-f dt js pp-f n2, cst pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12514 and not lose their Crown in suffering; and not loose their Crown in suffering; cc xx vvi po32 n1 p-acp vvg; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12515 there is no such way to secure this, as to suffer in, and for doing of our duty. there is no such Way to secure this, as to suffer in, and for doing of our duty. pc-acp vbz dx d n1 pc-acp vvi d, c-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc p-acp vdg pp-f po12 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12516 Again, there is no such way as this to convince, or condemn Adversaries; who are the Instruments of evil towards you: Again, there is no such Way as this to convince, or condemn Adversaries; who Are the Instruments of evil towards you: av, pc-acp vbz dx d n1 c-acp d p-acp vvi, cc vvb n2; r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f j-jn p-acp pn22: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12517 It is our duty as much as may be, so to live, as to reconcile the world to the ways of God; It is our duty as much as may be, so to live, as to reconcile the world to the ways of God; pn31 vbz po12 n1 c-acp d c-acp vmb vbi, av pc-acp vvi, c-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12518 at least so to live, as if we cannot win and gain them, yet we may shame and condemn them. At least so to live, as if we cannot win and gain them, yet we may shame and condemn them. p-acp ds av pc-acp vvi, c-acp cs pns12 vmbx vvi cc vvi pno32, av pns12 vmb vvi cc vvi pno32. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12519 This you shall find the Apostle did, who lived in the first and most furious times, 1 Pet. 2.13. This you shall find the Apostle did, who lived in the First and most furious times, 1 Pet. 2.13. np1 pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vdd, r-crq vvd p-acp dt ord cc av-ds j n2, crd np1 crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12520 Having your conversation honest amongst the Gentiles, that whereas they speak evil of you as evil doers, they may behold your good works, Having your Conversation honest among the Gentiles, that whereas they speak evil of you as evil doers, they may behold your good works, vhg po22 n1 j p-acp dt n2-j, cst cs pns32 vvb j-jn pp-f pn22 p-acp j-jn n2, pns32 vmb vvi po22 j n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12521 and glorifie God in the day of their visitation. As there is an error of Opinion, and an error of Practice; and Glorify God in the day of their Visitation. As there is an error of Opinion, and an error of Practice; cc vvi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1. p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12522 so there is a double way of conviction. The first is by Argument, as Paul convinced the Jews, Acts 18.28. The second is by a contrary Practice. so there is a double Way of conviction. The First is by Argument, as Paul convinced the jews, Acts 18.28. The second is by a contrary Practice. av a-acp vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. dt ord vbz p-acp n1, p-acp np1 vvd dt np2, n2 crd. dt ord vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12564 this is a pecular evil which a child of God in such a time, should study, this is a peculiar evil which a child of God in such a time, should study, d vbz dt j n-jn r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n1, vmd vvi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12523 The first reacheth the Judgment, the second the Conscience, Joh. 8.9. They who heard Christ were convicted by their Consciences. The First reaches the Judgement, the second the Conscience, John 8.9. They who herd christ were convicted by their Consciences. dt ord vvz dt n1, dt ord dt n1, np1 crd. pns32 r-crq vvd np1 vbdr vvn p-acp po32 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12524 If by doing good thou doest not convince sinners, and reform them, thou wilt most certainly condemn them, Heb. 11.7. Noah condemned the old world. If by doing good thou dost not convince Sinners, and reform them, thou wilt most Certainly condemn them, Hebrew 11.7. Noah condemned the old world. cs p-acp vdg j pns21 vd2 xx vvi n2, cc vvi pno32, pns21 vm2 av-ds av-j vvi pno32, np1 crd. np1 vvd dt j n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12525 Further yet, by this means thou shalt have peace within: Further yet, by this means thou shalt have peace within: jc av, p-acp d n2 pns21 vm2 vhi n1 a-acp: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12526 In the world (saith Christ to his Disciples, Joh. 16.) you shall have trouble, but in me you shall have peace: In the world (Says christ to his Disciples, John 16.) you shall have trouble, but in me you shall have peace: p-acp dt n1 (vvz np1 p-acp po31 n2, np1 crd) pn22 vmb vhi n1, p-acp p-acp pno11 pn22 vmb vhi n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12527 we are sure enough in, and from the world to meet with trouble; it is our great concern to secure our peace within: we Are sure enough in, and from the world to meet with trouble; it is our great concern to secure our peace within: pns12 vbr j av-d p-acp, cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; pn31 vbz po12 j vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n1 a-acp: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 609
12528 now there is no other way to secure this, but to keep a Conscience void of offence, both towards God and towards men. now there is no other Way to secure this, but to keep a Conscience void of offence, both towards God and towards men. av pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi d, cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f n1, av-d p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12529 If a man hath a troublesome Neighbour, if yet he hath a quiet Wife, he will do well enough, he hath peace at home: If a man hath a troublesome Neighbour, if yet he hath a quiet Wife, he will do well enough, he hath peace At home: cs dt n1 vhz dt j n1, cs av pns31 vhz dt j-jn n1, pns31 vmb vdi av av-d, pns31 vhz n1 p-acp n1-an: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12530 If he lives in wicked and disturbed times, yet if he hath a quiet indisturbed Conscience, this is something, If he lives in wicked and disturbed times, yet if he hath a quiet indisturbed Conscience, this is something, cs pns31 vvz p-acp j cc j-vvn n2, av cs pns31 vhz dt j-jn j-vvn n1, d vbz pi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12531 and he will the better graple with his other troubles: and he will the better grapple with his other Troubles: cc pns31 vmb dt jc n1 p-acp po31 j-jn n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12532 I say this is the way for a man to keep a quiet Conscience, to depart from evil, I say this is the Way for a man to keep a quiet Conscience, to depart from evil, pns11 vvb d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp n-jn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12533 and to do that which is good. Finally, thus a Christian shall evidence his Faith in God's rewarding him; and to do that which is good. Finally, thus a Christian shall evidence his Faith in God's rewarding him; cc pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz j. av-j, av dt njp vmb n1 po31 n1 p-acp npg1 vvg pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12534 for that man who in an evil day doth evil, or neglecteth to do good, cannot be said regularly to trust in God; for that man who in an evil day does evil, or neglecteth to do good, cannot be said regularly to trust in God; c-acp cst n1 r-crq p-acp dt j-jn n1 vdz j-jn, cc vvz pc-acp vdi j, vmbx vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12535 because he useth not the means, in the use of which he may expect Gods fulfilling his Promise: Because he uses not the means, in the use of which he may expect God's fulfilling his Promise: c-acp pns31 vvz xx dt n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns31 vmb vvi n2 vvg po31 n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12536 Take heed (saith the Apostle,) that there be not in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, to depart from the living God. Take heed (Says the Apostle,) that there be not in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, to depart from the living God. vvb n1 (vvz dt n1,) d a-acp vbb xx p-acp d pp-f pn22 dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j-vvg np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12537 All departing from the living God in an evil day, is a certain sign of unbelief, All departing from the living God in an evil day, is a certain Signen of unbelief, d vvg p-acp dt j-vvg n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12538 or distrust in God as to the issues of his Providence. or distrust in God as to the issues of his Providence. cc vvi p-acp np1 c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12539 Let me therefore beseech you that fear God, and are brought under such a dispensation of this, to take care as to this. Let me Therefore beseech you that Fear God, and Are brought under such a Dispensation of this, to take care as to this. vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 d n1 np1, cc vbr vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi n1 c-acp p-acp d. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12540 Let not the evil of others be a temptation to you to omit doing good: I will yet further open it in a few particulars. Let not the evil of Others be a temptation to you to omit doing good: I will yet further open it in a few particulars. vvb xx dt n-jn pp-f n2-jn vbb dt n1 p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi vdg j: pns11 vmb av jc vvb pn31 p-acp dt d n2-j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1276 Page 610
12541 1. Be sure you keep close with God in the duties of his Worship. 1. Be sure you keep close with God in the duties of his Worship. crd vbb j pn22 vvb av-j p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12542 It is a sad thing for a state of affliction to drive a man from God; It is a sad thing for a state of affliction to drive a man from God; pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12543 God chasteneth his people to make them better: In their affliction they will seek me early, Hos. 5.13. 'Tis very sad, when affliction hath a quite contrary effect upon us; God Chasteneth his people to make them better: In their affliction they will seek me early, Hos. 5.13. It's very sad, when affliction hath a quite contrary Effect upon us; np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc: p-acp po32 n1 pns32 vmb vvi pno11 av-j, np1 crd. pn31|vbz av j, c-crq n1 vhz dt av j-jn n1 p-acp pno12; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12565 and make it his business to depart from; and make it his business to depart from; cc vvi pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12544 when as the Scripture speaks of Ahaz, when he was afflicted, he did more wickedly. So God hath reason to say of any person: when as the Scripture speaks of Ahaz, when he was afflicted, he did more wickedly. So God hath reason to say of any person: c-crq c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f np1, c-crq pns31 vbds vvn, pns31 vdd av-dc av-j. av np1 vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12545 This is that person who when he was in affliction, left prayer, reading, hearing, left his closet-walking with God, &c. It is a mark of an ill Servant, not dutiful Son; This is that person who when he was in affliction, left prayer, reading, hearing, left his closet-walking with God, etc. It is a mark of an ill Servant, not dutiful Son; d vbz d n1 r-crq c-crq pns31 vbds p-acp n1, vvd n1, vvg, vvg, vvd po31 j p-acp np1, av pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, xx j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12546 when he is beaten for his faults, not to ask his Fathers blessing, but to run out of his doors. when he is beaten for his Faults, not to ask his Father's blessing, but to run out of his doors. c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp po31 n2, xx pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av pp-f po31 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1277 Page 610
12547 2. Be not ashamed nor afraid to appear for the interest of God in evil times. 2. Be not ashamed nor afraid to appear for the Interest of God in evil times. crd vbb xx j ccx j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j-jn n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1278 Page 610
12548 St. Paul in the worst of times was not ashamed of the Gospel. Saint Paul in the worst of times was not ashamed of the Gospel. n1 np1 p-acp dt js pp-f n2 vbds xx j pp-f dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1278 Page 610
12549 Our Lord speaketh dreadfully in this case, when he telleth us, that he who is ashamed of him before men, of him he will be ashamed when he cometh with his Angels. Our Lord speaks dreadfully in this case, when he Telleth us, that he who is ashamed of him before men, of him he will be ashamed when he comes with his Angels. po12 n1 vvz av-j p-acp d n1, c-crq pns31 vvz pno12, cst pns31 r-crq vbz j pp-f pno31 p-acp n2, pp-f pno31 pns31 vmb vbi j c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1278 Page 610
12550 This is a particular Service every good Christian oweth unto God, not to be ashamed of the cause and interest of God in an evil time; This is a particular Service every good Christian owes unto God, not to be ashamed of the cause and Interest of God in an evil time; d vbz dt j n1 d j njp vvz p-acp np1, xx pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1278 Page 610
12551 own thy self a Servant of God, when his Name is most blasphemed, his truths and ways most disparaged, his people most exposed. own thy self a Servant of God, when his Name is most blasphemed, his truths and ways most disparaged, his people most exposed. d po21 n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq po31 n1 vbz av-ds vvn, po31 n2 cc n2 av-ds vvn, po31 n1 av-ds vvn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1278 Page 610
12552 3. Perform all that duty, which thou owest to the worst of men. 3. Perform all that duty, which thou owest to the worst of men. crd vvb d cst n1, r-crq pns21 vv2 p-acp dt js pp-f n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1279 Page 610
12553 It is a woful error for any Christian to think that he can do no wrong to wicked and ungodly men, It is a woeful error for any Christian to think that he can do no wrong to wicked and ungodly men, pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d njp p-acp vvi cst pns31 vmb vdi dx n-jn p-acp j cc j n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1279 Page 611
12554 as if they had no civil rights; as if they had no civil rights; c-acp cs pns32 vhd dx j n2-jn; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1279 Page 611
12555 doubtless the Apostle spake chiefly with relation to Heathens, when he commanded the Romans that were Christians to give unto all their dues, honour to whom honour, &c. 4. Do good to them that hate, and persecute thee, bless them that curse thee: doubtless the Apostle spoke chiefly with Relation to heathens, when he commanded the Romans that were Christians to give unto all their dues, honour to whom honour, etc. 4. Do good to them that hate, and persecute thee, bless them that curse thee: av-j dt n1 vvd av-jn p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, c-crq pns31 vvd dt np1 cst vbdr njpg2 pc-acp vvi p-acp d po32 n2-jn, vvb p-acp ro-crq n1, av crd vdb j p-acp pno32 cst vvb, cc vvi pno21, vvb pno32 cst vvb pno21: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1279 Page 611
12556 It is our Saviours lesson, Mat. 5.44. I remember God gave his people a charge, Jer. 29.7. To seek the peace of that City, whither they were carried captive, and to pray unto the Lord for it. It is our Saviors Lesson, Mathew 5.44. I Remember God gave his people a charge, Jer. 29.7. To seek the peace of that city, whither they were carried captive, and to pray unto the Lord for it. pn31 vbz po12 ng1 n1, np1 crd. pns11 vvb np1 vvd po31 n1 dt n1, np1 crd. pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr vvn j-jn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12557 It was an evil time, when they were in Captivity, and the Babylonians were very evil persons; It was an evil time, when they were in Captivity, and the Babylonians were very evil Persons; pn31 vbds dt j-jn n1, c-crq pns32 vbdr p-acp n1, cc dt njp2 vbdr av j-jn n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12558 yet God commandeth his people to pray for them, and to seek their peace: Let them curse, but bless you; yet God commands his people to pray for them, and to seek their peace: Let them curse, but bless you; av np1 vvz po31 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n1: vvb pno32 vvi, cc-acp vvb pn22; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12559 let them persecute, but do you pray. let them persecute, but do you pray. vvb pno32 vvi, cc-acp vdb pn22 vvb. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12560 Thus David did for his Enemies, when they were sick he humbled himself with fasting, and with mourning; Thus David did for his Enemies, when they were sick he humbled himself with fasting, and with mourning; av np1 vdd p-acp po31 n2, c-crq pns32 vbdr j pns31 vvn px31 p-acp vvg, cc p-acp n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12561 as for his Brother, he tells you, he lost nothing by it, his prayer returned into his own bosom. as for his Brother, he tells you, he lost nothing by it, his prayer returned into his own bosom. a-acp p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vvz pn22, pns31 vvd pix p-acp pn31, po31 n1 vvn p-acp po31 d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1280 Page 611
12562 5. Take heed finally of using any unlawful means to be rid of the evil that is upon you: 5. Take heed finally of using any unlawful means to be rid of the evil that is upon you: crd vvb n1 av-j pp-f vvg d j n2 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f dt n-jn cst vbz p-acp pn22: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12563 This is a temptation will much molest us in an evil time, and to which all our hearts are too too prone; This is a temptation will much molest us in an evil time, and to which all our hearts Are too too prove; d vbz dt n1 vmb av-d vvi pno12 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc p-acp r-crq d po12 n2 vbr av av j; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12566 but I shall have occasion to speak more to this under the next head of Duty, upon which I shall enlarge, but I shall have occasion to speak more to this under the next head of Duty, upon which I shall enlarge, cc-acp pns11 vmb vhi n1 pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp d p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12567 as it is contrary to the duty of Patience, and the fruit of a Soul making too much haste. as it is contrary to the duty of Patience, and the fruit of a Soul making too much haste. c-acp pn31 vbz j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg av d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12568 But I know this is an hard saying, we have many temptations to the contrary, But I know this is an hard saying, we have many temptations to the contrary, p-acp pns11 vvb d vbz dt j n-vvg, pns12 vhb d n2 p-acp dt n-jn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12569 for a man to do good to others when they are doing evil to, and against him; for a man to do good to Others when they Are doing evil to, and against him; p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp n2-jn c-crq pns32 vbr vdg n-jn pc-acp, cc p-acp pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12570 this is very hard and much a cross to the grain of flesh and blood. Let me therefore conclude with a few Motives or Arguments to enforce what I have been speaking unto you. For this is very hard and much a cross to the grain of Flesh and blood. Let me Therefore conclude with a few Motives or Arguments to enforce what I have been speaking unto you. For d vbz av j cc d dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. vvb pno11 av vvi p-acp dt d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn22. p-acp (51) sermon (DIV3) 1281 Page 611
12571 1. Consider First, That not to do this, is to be overcome with evil: 1. Consider First, That not to do this, is to be overcome with evil: crd np1 ord, cst xx pc-acp vdi d, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j-jn: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12572 It is the Apostolical Precept, Rom. 12.21, Be not overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good. It is the Apostolical Precept, Rom. 12.21, Be not overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good. pn31 vbz dt j n1, np1 crd, vbb xx vvn p-acp n-jn, cc-acp vvb n-jn p-acp j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12573 Consider first, how dishonourable it is for one that is a Christian to be overcome with evil, whether the evil of Punishment, or the evil of Sin; Consider First, how dishonourable it is for one that is a Christian to be overcome with evil, whither the evil of Punishment, or the evil of since; vvi ord, c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp pi cst vbz dt njp pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n-jn, cs dt n-jn pp-f n1, cc dt n-jn pp-f n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12574 that the lust, wickedness, and sin of another, should make him also sin against God. that the lust, wickedness, and since of Another, should make him also since against God. cst dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f j-jn, vmd vvi pno31 av n1 p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12575 I would fain know what it is that should in an evil time make the Christian to be worse than at another time: I would fain know what it is that should in an evil time make the Christian to be Worse than At Another time: pns11 vmd av-j vvi r-crq pn31 vbz d vmd p-acp dt j-jn n1 vvi dt njp pc-acp vbi jc cs p-acp j-jn n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12576 It must either be, the prosperous state of the wicked, or the sadness of his own condition; It must either be, the prosperous state of the wicked, or the sadness of his own condition; pn31 vmb d vbi, dt j n1 pp-f dt j, cc dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12577 for when the wicked are exalted, God's people usually mourn; to be overcome either of these ways, is to be overcome of evil. for when the wicked Are exalted, God's people usually mourn; to be overcome either of these ways, is to be overcome of evil. p-acp c-crq dt j vbr vvn, npg1 n1 av-j vvi; pc-acp vbi vvn av-d pp-f d n2, vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n-jn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 611
12578 For the lusts of another to overcome me, to make me sin as much one way, by fretting, fuming, vexing, omitting duty, doing what is contrary to it as they do another, through the pride, lust, and cruelty of their hearts; For the Lustiest of Another to overcome me, to make me since as much one Way, by fretting, fuming, vexing, omitting duty, doing what is contrary to it as they do Another, through the pride, lust, and cruelty of their hearts; p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn pc-acp vvi pno11, pc-acp vvi pno11 n1 c-acp d crd n1, p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg, vvg n1, vdg r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp pn31 c-acp pns32 vdb j-jn, p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 612
12579 here now the sinful evil of anothers heart plainly overcometh me. Is this, this temptation, because it fareth so ill with thee; Here now the sinful evil of another's heart plainly Overcometh me. Is this, this temptation, Because it fareth so ill with thee; av av dt j n-jn pp-f j-jn n1 av-j vvz pno11. vbz d, d n1, c-acp pn31 vvz av av-jn p-acp pno21; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 612
12580 this is yet worse, for then thou proclaimest that thou didst only serve God for the loaves he gave thee. this is yet Worse, for then thou proclaimest that thou didst only serve God for the loaves he gave thee. d vbz av av-jc, c-acp cs pns21 vv2 cst pns21 vdd2 av-j vvi np1 p-acp dt n2 pns31 vvd pno21. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1282 Page 612
12581 2. But Secondly, Consider, how honourable it is for thee to overcome thy neighbours evil with thy good? For me to have so confirm'd, 2. But Secondly, Consider, how honourable it is for thee to overcome thy neighbours evil with thy good? For me to have so confirmed, crd p-acp ord, vvb, c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi po21 n2 j-jn p-acp po21 j? p-acp pno11 pc-acp vhi av vvn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12582 and healthy a Soul, that let a boisterous sinner do what he can, he shall not make me worse; and healthy a Soul, that let a boisterous sinner do what he can, he shall not make me Worse; cc j dt n1, cst vvb dt j n1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno11 av-jc; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12583 he shall not make me fret, fume, vex, or be impatient, or to do any thing short of, or contrary to my duty; he shall not make me fret, fume, vex, or be impatient, or to do any thing short of, or contrary to my duty; pns31 vmb xx vvi pno11 vvi, n1, vvb, cc vbi j, cc pc-acp vdi d n1 j pp-f, cc j-jn p-acp po11 n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12584 do what he can, he shall not turn me from my course of duty either towards God or Man: do what he can, he shall not turn me from my course of duty either towards God or Man: vdb r-crq pns31 vmb, pns31 vmb xx vvi pno11 p-acp po11 n1 pp-f n1 av-d p-acp np1 cc n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12585 how honourable a thing this is for one who nameth the name of a Christian, to be certain, how honourable a thing this is for one who names the name of a Christian, to be certain, c-crq j dt n1 d vbz p-acp pi r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt njp, pc-acp vbi j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12587 so as a wicked mans wretched usage of him shall make him but more holy, to walk more close with God, so as a wicked men wretched usage of him shall make him but more holy, to walk more close with God, av c-acp dt j ng1 j n1 pp-f pno31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp av-dc j, pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j p-acp np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12588 and to pray more for him, and be ready to shew him more kindness, and to do more offices of love for him. and to pray more for him, and be ready to show him more kindness, and to do more Offices of love for him. cc pc-acp vvi av-dc p-acp pno31, cc vbi j pc-acp vvi pno31 av-dc n1, cc pc-acp vdi dc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12589 I have heard it given as the Character of an excellent Person, That the way to have a kindness from him, was to do him some injury. I have herd it given as the Character of an excellent Person, That the Way to have a kindness from him, was to do him Some injury. pns11 vhb vvn pn31 vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cst dt n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp pno31, vbds pc-acp vdi pno31 d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1283 Page 612
12590 3. Confider again, There is nothing which more than this will distinguish one that is a child of God, from one that is not. 3. Confider again, There is nothing which more than this will distinguish one that is a child of God, from one that is not. crd vvi av, pc-acp vbz pix r-crq dc cs d vmb vvi pi cst vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pi cst vbz xx. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1284 Page 612
12591 It is a great piece of self-denial, for a man or woman to deny himself in his passions, especially those of lust and revenge. It is a great piece of self-denial, for a man or woman to deny himself in his passion, especially those of lust and revenge. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n2, av-j d pp-f n1 cc n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1284 Page 612
12592 Observe the difference betwixt Job and his Wife: Observe the difference betwixt Job and his Wife: vvb dt n1 p-acp n1 cc po31 n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1284 Page 612
12593 Job suffered much from the hand of God, yet he would not charge God foolishly, he did not speak unadvisedly with his lips; Job suffered much from the hand of God, yet he would not charge God foolishly, he did not speak unadvisedly with his lips; np1 vvn av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, av pns31 vmd xx vvi np1 av-j, pns31 vdd xx vvi av-j p-acp po31 n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1284 Page 612
12594 his Wife presently would have him to curse God and die. his Wife presently would have him to curse God and die. po31 n1 av-j vmd vhi pno31 p-acp vvb np1 cc vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1284 Page 612
12595 4. Again, Think with your self what a base thing it is for a Christian to walk beneath his Principles, or to change his Principles with his condition. 4. Again, Think with your self what a base thing it is for a Christian to walk beneath his Principles, or to change his Principles with his condition. crd av, vvb p-acp po22 n1 r-crq dt j n1 pn31 vbz p-acp dt njp pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2 p-acp po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1285 Page 612
12596 There is nothing more unworthy of a Christian, than to walk beneath his professed Principles, or to change his Principles, and course of life with his condition. There is nothing more unworthy of a Christian, than to walk beneath his professed Principles, or to change his Principles, and course of life with his condition. pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j pp-f dt njp, cs pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j-vvn n2, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n2, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1285 Page 612
12597 5. Lastly consider, How great an Argument it will be for thee to use with God to bring thee out of that state of affliction and misery, into which his Providence hath cast thee, when thou canst plead: 5. Lastly Consider, How great an Argument it will be for thee to use with God to bring thee out of that state of affliction and misery, into which his Providence hath cast thee, when thou Canst plead: crd ord vvb, c-crq j dt n1 pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno21 av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq po31 n1 vhz vvn pno21, c-crq pns21 vm2 vvi: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 612
12598 That God's severe Providences to thee, have been to thee no temptation to depart from him, That God's severe Providences to thee, have been to thee no temptation to depart from him, cst npg1 j n2 p-acp pno21, vhb vbn p-acp pno21 dx n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 612
12599 or from any part of thy duty; you shall find the Church pleading this as an Argument with God, Psal. 44.9. Thou hast cast off, and put us to shame, and goest not forth with our armies. or from any part of thy duty; you shall find the Church pleading this as an Argument with God, Psalm 44.9. Thou hast cast off, and put us to shame, and goest not forth with our armies. cc p-acp d n1 pp-f po21 n1; pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 vvg d c-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd. pns21 vh2 vvn a-acp, cc vvb pno12 p-acp n1, cc vv2 xx av p-acp po12 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 612
12600 Vers. 10. Thou makest us to turn back from the Enemies, and those that hate us, spoil for themselves. Vers. 10. Thou Makest us to turn back from the Enemies, and those that hate us, spoil for themselves. np1 crd pns21 vv2 pno12 pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2, cc d cst vvb pno12, vvb p-acp px32. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12601 Vers. 11. Thou hast given us like sheep appointed for meat, and hast scattered us amongst the heathen. Vers. 11. Thou hast given us like sheep appointed for meat, and hast scattered us among the heathen. np1 crd pns21 vh2 vvn pno12 j n1 vvn p-acp n1, cc vh2 vvn pno12 p-acp dt j-jn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12602 Vers. 12. Thou sellest thy people for nought, and doest not increase thy wrath by their price, &c. Vers. 17. All this is come upon us; Vers. 12. Thou sellest thy people for nought, and dost not increase thy wrath by their price, etc. Vers. 17. All this is come upon us; np1 crd pns21 vv2 po21 n1 p-acp pix, cc vd2 xx vvi po21 n1 p-acp po32 n1, av np1 crd d d vbz vvn p-acp pno12; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12603 yet have we not forgotten thee, neither have we dealt fasly in thy covenant. Our heart is not turned back: yet have we not forgotten thee, neither have we dealt fasly in thy Covenant. Our heart is not turned back: av vhb pns12 xx vvn pno21, dx vhb pns12 vvn av-j p-acp po21 n1. po12 n1 vbz xx vvn av: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12604 neither have our steps declined from thy way. neither have our steps declined from thy Way. dx vhb po12 n2 vvn p-acp po21 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12605 Though thou hast sore broken us in the place of dragons, and covered us with the shadow of death. Though thou hast soar broken us in the place of dragons, and covered us with the shadow of death. cs pns21 vh2 av-j vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12606 If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god: If we have forgotten the name of our God, or stretched out our hands to a strange god: cs pns12 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc vvd av po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12607 Shall not God search this out? for he knoweth the secrets of the heart. Yea, for thy sake are we killed all the day long: Shall not God search this out? for he Knoweth the secrets of the heart. Yea, for thy sake Are we killed all the day long: vmb xx np1 vvi d av? c-acp pns31 vvz dt n2-jn pp-f dt n1. uh, p-acp po21 n1 vbr pns12 vvn d dt n1 av-j: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12608 we are counted as sheep for the slaughter. Awake, why sleepest thou, O Lord? arise, cast us not off for ever. we Are counted as sheep for the slaughter. Awake, why Sleepest thou, Oh Lord? arise, cast us not off for ever. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1. j, q-crq vv2 pns21, uh n1? vvb, vvb pno12 xx a-acp c-acp av. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12609 Thus I have opened to you a fourth branch of a Christians duty, under such a dispensation of Providence, Thus I have opened to you a fourth branch of a Christians duty, under such a Dispensation of Providence, av pns11 vhb vvn p-acp pn22 dt ord n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1, p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12610 as I have been discoursing of; I shall add but one thing more. as I have been discoursing of; I shall add but one thing more. c-acp pns11 vhb vbn vvg a-acp; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp crd n1 av-dc. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1286 Page 613
12611 5. Lastly then, It is the duty of a Christian to rest in the Lord, and to wait patiently for him; 5. Lastly then, It is the duty of a Christian to rest in the Lord, and to wait patiently for him; crd ord av, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt njp p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1287 Page 613
12612 or in short, under such dispensations, quietly, and silently to wait upon, and for God. The performance of this duty, will, I conceive lie much in Four things. or in short, under such dispensations, quietly, and silently to wait upon, and for God. The performance of this duty, will, I conceive lie much in Four things. cc p-acp j, p-acp d n2, av-jn, cc av-j pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc p-acp np1. dt n1 pp-f d n1, n1, pns11 vvb n1 av-d p-acp crd n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1287 Page 613
12613 1. A quiet submission to Gods present dispensation; a submission, and a quiet submission; 1. A quiet submission to God's present Dispensation; a submission, and a quiet submission; crd dt j-jn n1 p-acp npg1 j n1; dt n1, cc dt j-jn n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12614 this is implied in the command of keeping silence to God. There is a manifold silence. There is a natural silence which is opposed to speaking; thus he is silent, that hath nothing to say, or saith nothing: Thus, Lam. 1.10. The Elders of Zion, sat upon the ground, and kept silence. this is implied in the command of keeping silence to God. There is a manifold silence. There is a natural silence which is opposed to speaking; thus he is silent, that hath nothing to say, or Says nothing: Thus, Lam. 1.10. The Elders of Zion, sat upon the ground, and kept silence. d vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp np1. pc-acp vbz dt j n1. pc-acp vbz dt j vvb r-crq vbz vvn p-acp vvg; av pns31 vbz j, cst vhz pix pc-acp vvi, cc vvz pix: av, np1 crd. dt n2-jn pp-f np1, vvd p-acp dt n1, cc vvd n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12615 There is a prudent, and politick silence, which is good or evil, as it is circumstanced, Amos 5.13. The prudent man shall keep silence in that time, for it is an evil time. There is a prudent, and politic silence, which is good or evil, as it is circumstanced, Amos 5.13. The prudent man shall keep silence in that time, for it is an evil time. pc-acp vbz dt j, cc j n1, r-crq vbz j cc j-jn, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 crd. dt j n1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp d n1, c-acp pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12616 There is a sinful silence, which is a with-holding prayer from God, or forbearing to stand up and speak for God, Isa. 62.6. You that make mention of the name of the Lord, keep not silence. There is a sinful silence, which is a withholding prayer from God, or forbearing to stand up and speak for God, Isaiah 62.6. You that make mention of the name of the Lord, keep not silence. pc-acp vbz dt j n1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp vvb a-acp cc vvb p-acp np1, np1 crd. pn22 d vvb n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vvb xx n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12617 Lastly, There is an holy and Religious silence, Isa. 41.1. Keep silence before me, O you Islands. Hab. 2.20. The Lord is in his holy Temple, let all the earth keep silence before him. Zech. 2.13. Be silent, O all flesh, before the Lord, for he is raised up out of his holy habitation. Lastly, There is an holy and Religious silence, Isaiah 41.1. Keep silence before me, Oh you Islands. Hab. 2.20. The Lord is in his holy Temple, let all the earth keep silence before him. Zechariah 2.13. Be silent, Oh all Flesh, before the Lord, for he is raised up out of his holy habitation. ord, pc-acp vbz dt j cc j n1, np1 crd. vvb n1 p-acp pno11, uh pn22 n2. np1 crd. dt n1 vbz p-acp po31 j n1, vvb d dt n1 vvb n1 p-acp pno31. np1 crd. vbb j, uh d n1, p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns31 vbz vvn a-acp av pp-f po31 j n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12618 Now this is that silence which the people of God ought to keep before the Lord in an evil time: Now this is that silence which the people of God ought to keep before the Lord in an evil time: av d vbz d n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12619 But to open it yet a little more fully. But to open it yet a little more Fully. cc-acp pc-acp vvi pn31 av dt j av-dc av-j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12620 The Philosopher distinguisheth, betwixt an internal and external speech; there is the Language of the heart, The Philosopher Distinguisheth, betwixt an internal and external speech; there is the Language of the heart, dt n1 vvz, p-acp dt j cc j n1; a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12621 as well as of the lips; as well as of the lips; c-acp av c-acp pp-f dt n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 613
12622 for the words that we utter with our lips, are first formed and conceived in our hearts; our hearts speak first. for the words that we utter with our lips, Are First formed and conceived in our hearts; our hearts speak First. p-acp dt n2 cst pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, vbr ord vvn cc vvn p-acp po12 n2; po12 n2 vvi ord. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12623 It is not a natural silence upon either account that is our duty, but an holy and Religious silence; It is not a natural silence upon either account that is our duty, but an holy and Religious silence; pn31 vbz xx dt j n1 p-acp d n1 cst vbz po12 n1, cc-acp dt j cc j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12624 not a silence from thoughts, but from passion: not a silence from speaking, but a silence from speaking unadvisedly. not a silence from thoughts, but from passion: not a silence from speaking, but a silence from speaking unadvisedly. xx dt n1 p-acp n2, cc-acp p-acp n1: xx dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp vvg av-j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12625 Such a silence as Job kept, of whom it is said, That he did not charge God foolishly, Such a silence as Job kept, of whom it is said, That he did not charge God foolishly, d dt n1 c-acp n1 vvd, pp-f ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 vdd xx vvi np1 av-j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12626 nor speak unadvisedly with his lips. 1. A silence from passion, mourning within our selves, fretting, vexing, &c. a man breaketh this silence, nor speak unadvisedly with his lips. 1. A silence from passion, mourning within our selves, fretting, vexing, etc. a man breaks this silence, ccx vvb av-j p-acp po31 n2. crd dt n1 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp po12 n2, vvg, vvg, av dt n1 vvz d n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12627 when he is overborn with fear, or grief, or anger. These three ways the Soul is disturb'd, when he is overborne with Fear, or grief, or anger. These three ways the Soul is disturbed, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvb, cc n1, cc n1. d crd n2 dt n1 vbz vvn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12628 and maketh a noise under the dispensations of God, which breaketh this Religious silence. 1. By Anger, fretting, fuming, and makes a noise under the dispensations of God, which breaks this Religious silence. 1. By Anger, fretting, fuming, cc vv2 dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, r-crq vvz d j n1. crd p-acp n1, vvg, vvg, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12629 and vexing himself at Gods dispensations: and vexing himself At God's dispensations: cc vvg px31 p-acp npg1 n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12630 This was Moses and Aarons failing at the waters of Meribah; and Jonas his error when the Gourd failed him as to its shelter. This was Moses and Aaron's failing At the waters of Meribah; and Jonah his error when the Gourd failed him as to its shelter. d vbds np1 cc npg1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc np1 po31 n1 c-crq dt n1 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12631 But of this I have spoken fully already when I handled the Negative part of a Christians duty under Gods dispensations of nature. 2. Fear, Immoderate fear, is another passion that spoileth this silence of the Soul; But of this I have spoken Fully already when I handled the Negative part of a Christians duty under God's dispensations of nature. 2. fear, Immoderate Fear, is Another passion that spoileth this silence of the Soul; p-acp pp-f d pns11 vhb vvn av-j av c-crq pns11 vvd dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pp-f n1. crd vvb, j n1, vbz j-jn n1 cst vvz d n1 pp-f dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12632 fear maketh an Earthquake within us, and causeth great unquietness in our Spirits: Fear makes an Earthquake within us, and Causes great unquietness in our Spirits: n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc vvz j n1 p-acp po12 n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12633 The Soul that is overborn with fears never keepeth silence. 3. A third passion is immoderate grief; this also breaketh the Souls silence and quiet, Psal. 42. Why art thou cast down, O my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? So as that Soul, that under Gods dispensations of this nature, either fumeth, vexeth, The Soul that is overborne with fears never Keepeth silence. 3. A third passion is immoderate grief; this also breaks the Souls silence and quiet, Psalm 42. Why art thou cast down, Oh my soul? why art thou disquieted within me? So as that Soul, that under God's dispensations of this nature, either fumeth, vexes, dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp n2 av-x vvz n1. crd dt ord n1 vbz j n1; d av vvz dt n2 vvb cc j-jn, np1 crd q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn p-acp pno11? av p-acp d n1, cst p-acp ng1 n2 pp-f d n1, av-d vvz, vvz, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12634 or fretteth at God because of them, or is overwhelmed with immoderate, or unreasonable fears, or is overwhelmed, or drowned in immoderate grief; or fretteth At God Because of them, or is overwhelmed with immoderate, or unreasonable fears, or is overwhelmed, or drowned in immoderate grief; cc vvz p-acp np1 c-acp pp-f pno32, cc vbz vvn p-acp j, cc j n2, cc vbz vvn, cc vvn p-acp j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12635 that Soul doth not keep silence: that Soul does not keep silence: d n1 vdz xx vvi n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12636 but that Soul only keepeth a due silence to God, which under such Providences abideth in a calm and quiet temper; neither shaken with fear, but that Soul only Keepeth a due silence to God, which under such Providences Abideth in a Cam and quiet temper; neither shaken with Fear, cc-acp cst n1 av-j vvz dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1, r-crq p-acp d n2 vvz p-acp dt j-jn cc j-jn n1; av-d vvn p-acp n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12637 nor overcome with immoderate grief, or sorrow. This is now silentium animae, the silence of the Soul before, and unto God. nor overcome with immoderate grief, or sorrow. This is now silentium Spirits, the silence of the Soul before, and unto God. ccx vvi p-acp j n1, cc n1. d vbz av fw-la fw-la, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 a-acp, cc p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1288 Page 614
12638 2. But there is also a silence of the Tongue: this is a piece of this Religious silence; 2. But there is also a silence of the Tongue: this is a piece of this Religious silence; crd p-acp pc-acp vbz av dt n1 pp-f dt n1: d vbz dt n1 pp-f d j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12639 this is opposed to murmuring, cursing, and blaspheming of God; this is opposed to murmuring, cursing, and blaspheming of God; d vbz vvn p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12640 to speaking hardly of God, as if he were an hard Master, and did not deal justly, or equally with us; to speaking hardly of God, as if he were an hard Master, and did not deal justly, or equally with us; p-acp vvg av pp-f np1, c-acp cs pns31 vbdr dt j n1, cc vdd xx vvi av-j, cc av-j p-acp pno12; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12641 to any speaking, which is derogatory to the honour and glory of God: to any speaking, which is derogatory to the honour and glory of God: p-acp d vvg, r-crq vbz n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12642 all this now falleth under the first general duty, by which I open a silent waiting for God, which I call a free and voluntary submission to the good will and pleasure of God, without any disturbance of passion, all this now falls under the First general duty, by which I open a silent waiting for God, which I call a free and voluntary submission to the good will and pleasure of God, without any disturbance of passion, d d av vvz p-acp dt ord j n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb dt j j-vvg p-acp np1, r-crq pns11 vvb dt j cc j-jn n1 p-acp dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12643 or any sinful expressions of our Tongues. or any sinful expressions of our Tongues. cc d j n2 pp-f po12 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1289 Page 614
12724 And of Job. The Saint hath the promise of heaven, but he must wait for it. And of Job. The Saint hath the promise of heaven, but he must wait for it. cc pp-f np1. dt n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1299 Page 618
12644 2. A Second thing, wherein this duty lyeth, is, A steady dependance upon God for the fulfilling of his Promises made to his people in such a condition; 2. A Second thing, wherein this duty lies, is, A steady dependence upon God for the fulfilling of his Promises made to his people in such a condition; crd dt ord n1, c-crq d n1 vvz, vbz, dt j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 vvz vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp d dt n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1290 Page 615
12645 he that hath nothing to depend upon, or trust to, will not wait; he that hath nothing to depend upon, or trust to, will not wait; pns31 cst vhz pix pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi p-acp, vmb xx vvi; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1290 Page 615
12646 so as there can be no patient waiting, where there is no secret trust and dependance: so as there can be no patient waiting, where there is no secret trust and dependence: av c-acp pc-acp vmb vbi dx j n-vvg, c-crq pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 cc n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1290 Page 615
12647 This is indeed the proper exercise of Faith, I have spoken fully to it when I opened the life of Faith in such a time. This is indeed the proper exercise of Faith, I have spoken Fully to it when I opened the life of Faith in such a time. d vbz av dt j n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vhb vvn av-j p-acp pn31 c-crq pns11 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1290 Page 615
12648 3. A Third thing, in which this duty lies, is in the Souls expectation and looking out for God: 3. A Third thing, in which this duty lies, is in the Souls expectation and looking out for God: crd dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq d n1 vvz, vbz p-acp dt n2 n1 cc vvg av p-acp np1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12649 Early in the morning (saith David, Psal. 5.3.) I will direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up. Early in the morning (Says David, Psalm 5.3.) I will Direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up. av-j p-acp dt n1 (vvz np1, np1 crd.) pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno21, cc vmb vvi a-acp. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12650 Thus when Habakkuk, in the first Chapter of his Prophecy, had put up his Prayer to God, he saith, Chap. 2. that he would go up to his watch-Tower: Thus when Habakkuk, in the First Chapter of his Prophecy, had put up his Prayer to God, he Says, Chap. 2. that he would go up to his watch-Tower: av c-crq np1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1, vhd vvn a-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vvz, np1 crd d pns31 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12651 A man goeth up to a Tower, or to some high place to see whether a friend or an enemy be coming, yea or no: A man Goes up to a Tower, or to Some high place to see whither a friend or an enemy be coming, yea or no: dt n1 vvz a-acp p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp d j n1 pc-acp vvi cs dt n1 cc dt n1 vbb vvg, uh cc uh-x: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12652 It is a piece of our duty in our waiting upon God under his dark dispensations of Providence, It is a piece of our duty in our waiting upon God under his dark dispensations of Providence, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp po12 vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12653 while we are waiting, to be also looking up, and living in the expectation of the fulfilling of those promises, which we have discerned, while we Are waiting, to be also looking up, and living in the expectation of the fulfilling of those promises, which we have discerned, cs pns12 vbr vvg, pc-acp vbi av vvg a-acp, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-vvg pp-f d n2, r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12654 and fixed our souls by Faith upon; and which we have been praying for. and fixed our Souls by Faith upon; and which we have been praying for. cc vvn po12 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp; cc r-crq pns12 vhb vbn vvg p-acp. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12655 Our hearts should not be dead, we must take heed of saying, I look for no good, the heart is dead when it comes to that: Our hearts should not be dead, we must take heed of saying, I look for no good, the heart is dead when it comes to that: po12 n2 vmd xx vbi j, pns12 vmb vvi n1 pp-f vvg, pns11 vvb p-acp dx j, dt n1 vbz j c-crq pn31 vvz p-acp d: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12656 The Soul that waits upon God under dark Providences must be looking for good, and confident in its expectations of it from God. The Soul that waits upon God under dark Providences must be looking for good, and confident in its Expectations of it from God. dt n1 cst vvz p-acp np1 p-acp j n2 vmb vbi vvg p-acp j, cc j p-acp po31 n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1291 Page 615
12657 4. Lastly, This waiting must be in the use of such means as God hath appointed us for the obtaining of the mercy design'd, and promised; 4. Lastly, This waiting must be in the use of such means as God hath appointed us for the obtaining of the mercy designed, and promised; crd ord, d vvg vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 vvn, cc vvd; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12658 and therefore Psal. 37. v. 34. they are put together, wait upon the Lord, and keep his way. and Therefore Psalm 37. v. 34. they Are put together, wait upon the Lord, and keep his Way. cc av np1 crd n1 crd pns32 vbr vvn av, vvb p-acp dt n1, cc vvi po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12659 Now you have this duty of silent waiting upon God opened to you, The Sum of it is this: Now you have this duty of silent waiting upon God opened to you, The Sum of it is this: av pn22 vhb d n1 pp-f j vvg p-acp np1 vvd p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbz d: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12660 It is the duty of a child of God under these Providences, to keep his Soul from being overmuch shaken, It is the duty of a child of God under these Providences, to keep his Soul from being overmuch shaken, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp vbg av vvn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12661 and overcome with fears or drowned in grief; from fretting, fuming, and vexing at Gods dealings; and overcome with fears or drowned in grief; from fretting, fuming, and vexing At God's dealings; cc vvn p-acp n2 cc vvn p-acp n1; p-acp vvg, vvg, cc vvg p-acp n2 n2-vvg; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12662 to keep his tongue from all murmuring, all foolish and unadvised speaking with his lips; to keep his tongue from all murmuring, all foolish and unadvised speaking with his lips; p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp d j-vvg, d j cc j vvg p-acp po31 n2; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12663 to keep his Soul in a quiet dependance upon God for the fulfilling of his word, daily looking up for him after the use of such means, to keep his Soul in a quiet dependence upon God for the fulfilling of his word, daily looking up for him After the use of such means, pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1, av-j vvg a-acp p-acp pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12686 they will wait upon God, they will see it a reasonable thing that they should wait upon God. they will wait upon God, they will see it a reasonable thing that they should wait upon God. pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1, pns32 vmb vvi pn31 dt j n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12664 as he by the Law of Nature or in his revealed will hath appointed for the obtaining of the mercy or good thing, which is the matter of our desires, as he by the Law of Nature or in his revealed will hath appointed for the obtaining of the mercy or good thing, which is the matter of our Desires, c-acp pns31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc p-acp po31 vvn n1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 cc j n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12665 and he hath made the Subject of his Promise, and consequently the Object of our Faith. and he hath made the Subject of his Promise, and consequently the Object of our Faith. cc pns31 vhz vvn dt j-jn pp-f po31 n1, cc av-j dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12666 You have heard your duty, Now give me leave to plead with all you that hear me this day for the Practice of it. You have herd your duty, Now give me leave to plead with all you that hear me this day for the Practice of it. pn22 vhb vvn po22 n1, av vvb pno11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d pn22 cst vvb pno11 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 615
12667 I have in this Discourse been exhorting to several duties of a child of God under dark dispensations of Providence, I have in this Discourse been exhorting to several duties of a child of God under dark dispensations of Providence, pns11 vhb p-acp d n1 vbn vvg p-acp j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12668 when wicked men have been set up high, increased in riches, honour, every way prospered, and the people of God are kept in low, despised, afflicted states and conditions. when wicked men have been Set up high, increased in riches, honour, every Way prospered, and the people of God Are kept in low, despised, afflicted states and conditions. c-crq j n2 vhb vbn vvn a-acp j, vvd p-acp n2, n1, d n1 vvd, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr vvn p-acp j, j-vvn, j-vvn n2 cc n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12669 I remember the Apostle calls to us, to add to our faith, knowledg, to both vertue, to vertue temperance, &c. Do you also add to your not fretting, not being angry, I Remember the Apostle calls to us, to add to our faith, knowledge, to both virtue, to virtue temperance, etc. Do you also add to your not fretting, not being angry, pns11 vvb dt n1 vvz p-acp pno12, pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 n1, n1, p-acp d n1, p-acp n1 n1, av vdb pn22 av vvi p-acp po22 xx vvg, xx vbg j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12670 and envious, a steady exercise of Faith, and dependance on God; and envious, a steady exercise of Faith, and dependence on God; cc j, dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12671 to your dependance on God, and trusting in him, an universal departing from evil, and doing that which is good; to your dependence on God, and trusting in him, an universal departing from evil, and doing that which is good; p-acp po22 n1 p-acp np1, cc vvg p-acp pno31, dt j n-vvg p-acp n-jn, cc vdg d r-crq vbz j; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12672 and to that a patient quiet waiting for God. and to that a patient quiet waiting for God. cc p-acp d dt j j-jn vvg p-acp np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12673 I shall in order to your better performance of this, offer some counsel, and then press it with some arguments, I shall in order to your better performance of this, offer Some counsel, and then press it with Some Arguments, pns11 vmb p-acp n1 p-acp po22 jc n1 pp-f d, vvb d n1, cc av vvb pn31 p-acp d n2, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12674 and so shut up this Discourse. and so shut up this Discourse. cc av vvn a-acp d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1292 Page 616
12675 1. In the first place, There are three things which in order to your fulfilling this point of duty, I shall commend to you to get a through acquaintance with. 1. Be acquainted with Gods name. 1. In the First place, There Are three things which in order to your fulfilling this point of duty, I shall commend to you to get a through acquaintance with. 1. Be acquainted with God's name. crd p-acp dt ord n1, pc-acp vbr crd n2 r-crq p-acp n1 p-acp po22 vvg d n1 pp-f n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi dt p-acp n1 p-acp. crd vbb vvn p-acp ng1 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12676 It is David 's expression, Psal. 52.9. I will wait upon thy name, for it is good before thy Saints. It is David is expression, Psalm 52.9. I will wait upon thy name, for it is good before thy Saints. pn31 vbz np1 vbz n1, np1 crd. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp po21 n1, c-acp pn31 vbz j p-acp po21 n2. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12677 It is the Name of God which we wait upon: It is the Name of God which we wait upon: pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12678 now it is reasonable in order to our waiting upon his name, that we should know his name; now it is reasonable in order to our waiting upon his name, that we should know his name; av pn31 vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp po12 vvg p-acp po31 n1, cst pns12 vmd vvi po31 n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12679 for as the Psalmist saith, They that know thy name will put their trust in thee, and truly they that do not know the Lords name, will never wait upon him: for as the Psalmist Says, They that know thy name will put their trust in thee, and truly they that do not know the lords name, will never wait upon him: c-acp c-acp dt n1 vvz, pns32 cst vvb po21 n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 p-acp pno21, cc av-j pns32 cst vdb xx vvi dt n2 n1, vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno31: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12680 Well, you will say, What is his name? I answer, whatsoever he hath revealed and made himself known by, Well, you will say, What is his name? I answer, whatsoever he hath revealed and made himself known by, av, pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz po31 n1? pns11 vvb, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn cc vvd px31 vvn p-acp, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12681 or to be, that is his name. I might instance in many particulars. His name is God allsufficient, Gen. 17.1. I am the Almighty God. or to be, that is his name. I might instance in many particulars. His name is God All-sufficient, Gen. 17.1. I am the Almighty God. cc pc-acp vbi, cst vbz po31 n1. pns11 vmd n1 p-acp d n2-j. po31 n1 vbz np1 j, np1 crd. pns11 vbm dt j-jn np1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12682 His name is I am, the unchangeable God. His name is I am, the unchangeable God. po31 n1 vbz pns11 vbm, dt j-u n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12683 His name is Jehovah, the soveraign Lord God, and therefore we ought to wait upon him. His name is Jehovah, the sovereign Lord God, and Therefore we ought to wait upon him. po31 n1 vbz np1, dt j-jn n1 np1, cc av pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12684 His name is The Lord, the Lord Gracious, Merciful, &c. they that know the Lords name, that are throughly acquainted with the nature of God, His name is The Lord, the Lord Gracious, Merciful, etc. they that know the lords name, that Are thoroughly acquainted with the nature of God, po31 n1 vbz dt n1, dt n1 j, j, av pns32 cst vvb dt n2 n1, cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1293 Page 616
12688 Two Sorts of promises you must be acquainted with, if you would bring your hearts into this frame of silent waiting for God. 1. All those promises that are made to the Church, and people of God; Two Sorts of promises you must be acquainted with, if you would bring your hearts into this frame of silent waiting for God. 1. All those promises that Are made to the Church, and people of God; crd n2 pp-f n2 pn22 vmb vbi vvn p-acp, cs pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f j vvg p-acp np1. crd d d n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 616
12689 for support and comfort in, and under troubles, and deliverance out of them: of which the Scripture is full, such as these, Psal. 94.14. The Lord will not cast off his people, nor forsake his inheritance. for support and Comfort in, and under Troubles, and deliverance out of them: of which the Scripture is full, such as these, Psalm 94.14. The Lord will not cast off his people, nor forsake his inheritance. p-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp, cc p-acp n2, cc n1 av pp-f pno32: pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz j, d c-acp d, np1 crd. dt n1 vmb xx vvi a-acp po31 n1, ccx vvi po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 616
12690 Read at your leisure, Psal. 128.6. Jer. 29.10. Mic. 4.4, 11, 12. Isa. 27.5, 7, 8. Isa. 33.20. Jer. 33.6. A second sort of promises are those that are specially made to this waiting upon God, Psal. 37.9. Psal. 27.14. Isa. 40.13. Wait upon the Lord, and he shall strengthen your heart. Read At your leisure, Psalm 128.6. Jer. 29.10. Mic. 4.4, 11, 12. Isaiah 27.5, 7, 8. Isaiah 33.20. Jer. 33.6. A second sort of promises Are those that Are specially made to this waiting upon God, Psalm 37.9. Psalm 27.14. Isaiah 40.13. Wait upon the Lord, and he shall strengthen your heart. vvn p-acp po22 n1, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd, crd np1 crd, crd, crd np1 crd. np1 crd. dt ord n1 pp-f n2 vbr d cst vbr av-j vvn p-acp d vvg p-acp np1, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po22 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 616
12691 They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength like the Eagle; they shall run, and not be weary, they shall walk, and not faint. They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength like the Eagl; they shall run, and not be weary, they shall walk, and not faint. pns32 cst vvb p-acp dt n1 vmb vvi po32 n1 av-j dt n1; pns32 vmb vvi, cc xx vbi j, pns32 vmb vvi, cc xx j. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 617
12692 The promises in Scripture of this nature are very many. These are but a specimen of them. The promises in Scripture of this nature Are very many. These Are but a specimen of them. dt n2 p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 vbr av d. d vbr p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1294 Page 617
12693 3. Lastly, Labour to be acquainted with the ways, and methods of Divine Providence, which is to deal out dispensations of mercy to his people; 3. Lastly, Labour to be acquainted with the ways, and methods of Divine Providence, which is to deal out dispensations of mercy to his people; crd ord, vvb pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi av n2 pp-f n1 p-acp po31 n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1295 Page 617
12694 not presently, but after their waiting upon him some time. Habakkuk 2.3. The vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak; not presently, but After their waiting upon him Some time. Habakkuk 2.3. The vision is yet for an appointed time, but At the end it shall speak; xx av-j, cc-acp p-acp po32 vvg p-acp pno31 d n1. np1 crd. dt n1 vbz av p-acp dt j-vvn n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pn31 vmb vvi; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1295 Page 617
12695 it shall not lie, though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. it shall not lie, though it tarry, wait for it; Because it will surely come, it will not tarry. pn31 vmb xx vvi, cs pn31 vvb, vvb p-acp pn31; c-acp pn31 vmb av-j vvi, pn31 vmb xx vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1295 Page 617
12696 The Church in her Song saith, Lo this is our God, we have waited for him; The Church in her Song Says, Lo this is our God, we have waited for him; dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz, np1 d vbz po12 n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1295 Page 617
12697 to this is our God, we have waited for him; we will rejoyce and be glad in his Salvation. to this is our God, we have waited for him; we will rejoice and be glad in his Salvation. p-acp d vbz po12 n1, pns12 vhb vvn p-acp pno31; pns12 vmb vvi cc vbi j p-acp po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1295 Page 617
12698 2. Secondly, Beg of God a waiting frame of Spirit. 2. Secondly, Beg of God a waiting frame of Spirit. crd ord, vvb pp-f np1 dt j-vvg n1 pp-f n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12699 As there is nothing more sinful in it self, nor more tormenting to our selves in an evil day, than an impatient, hasty Spirit; As there is nothing more sinful in it self, nor more tormenting to our selves in an evil day, than an impatient, hasty Spirit; p-acp pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp pn31 n1, ccx n1 j-vvg p-acp po12 n2 p-acp dt j-jn n1, cs dt j, j n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12700 so there is nothing more conducive to our glorifying of God, nor to the quiet of our own Spirits, than a silent waiting Spirit: so there is nothing more conducive to our glorifying of God, nor to the quiet of our own Spirits, than a silent waiting Spirit: av a-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp po12 vvg pp-f np1, ccx p-acp dt n-jn pp-f po12 d n2, cs dt j j-vvg n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12701 This the God of Heaven must give, and he giveth it to them that ask him; This the God of Heaven must give, and he gives it to them that ask him; d dt n1 pp-f n1 vmb vvi, cc pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32 cst vvb pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12702 beg of God those graces which may dispose thee to this patient waiting: beg of God those graces which may dispose thee to this patient waiting: vvb pp-f np1 d n2 r-crq vmb vvi pno21 p-acp d j n-vvg: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12703 I might instance in many habits of grace necessary to bring the soul into this waiting temper: I might instance in many habits of grace necessary to bring the soul into this waiting temper: pns11 vmd n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp d j-vvg n1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12704 I will touch only upon 4 or 5. 1. Beg Faith of God, Faith in his Word and Promise. I will touch only upon 4 or 5. 1. Beg Faith of God, Faith in his Word and Promise. pns11 vmb vvi av-j p-acp crd cc crd crd vvb n1 pp-f np1, n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12722 3. It is that which hath been the practice of all the people of God, and what they have called their souls to in evil times, Psal. 52.9. Psal. 62.5. Indeed it is the whole business and life of a child of God: 3. It is that which hath been the practice of all the people of God, and what they have called their Souls to in evil times, Psalm 52.9. Psalm 62.5. Indeed it is the Whole business and life of a child of God: crd pn31 vbz d r-crq vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d dt n1 pp-f np1, cc r-crq pns32 vhb vvn po32 n2 p-acp p-acp j-jn n2, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 pn31 vbz dt j-jn n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1299 Page 618
12705 He that believeth maketh not haste. The hastiness and impatience of the Soul floweth from its distrust in God for the fulfilling of his Word. 2. Hope is another gracious habit which disposeth the Soul to waiting, we hope for what we see not; He that Believeth makes not haste. The hastiness and impatience of the Soul flows from its distrust in God for the fulfilling of his Word. 2. Hope is Another gracious habit which Disposeth the Soul to waiting, we hope for what we see not; pns31 cst vvz vvz xx n1. dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f po31 n1. crd vvb vbz j-jn j n1 r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp vvg, pns12 vvb p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb xx; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12706 for what we see, why do we any longer wait for? 3. Humility is a third: for what we see, why do we any longer wait for? 3. Humility is a third: p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, q-crq vdb pns12 d av-jc vvi p-acp? crd n1 vbz dt ord: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12707 the proud soul thinks much to wait, he looketh upon mercy as his due; and thinketh that God wrongeth him whiles he withholds it from him; the proud soul thinks much to wait, he looks upon mercy as his due; and Thinketh that God wrongeth him while he withholds it from him; dt j n1 vvz d pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 j-jn; cc vvz cst np1 vvz pno31 cs pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12708 the humble soul believeth that it deserveth nothing, and is therefore willing upon the least crevis of hope to wait upon God. 4. Pray for patience, a passive patience, this is necessary in order to the bearing of evils. the humble soul Believeth that it deserveth nothing, and is Therefore willing upon the least crevice of hope to wait upon God. 4. Pray for patience, a passive patience, this is necessary in order to the bearing of evils. dt j n1 vvz cst pn31 vvz pix, cc vbz av j p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. crd vvb p-acp n1, dt j n1, d vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2-jn. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12709 Lastly, Pray for meekness, a froward Spirit is always an hasty Spirit, and knows not how to wait. Lastly, Pray for meekness, a froward Spirit is always an hasty Spirit, and knows not how to wait. ord, vvb p-acp n1, dt j n1 vbz av dt j n1, cc vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12710 Now to press this duty upon you, I shall but name to you several Considerations, leaving them to be digested, Now to press this duty upon you, I shall but name to you several Considerations, leaving them to be digested, av pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp pn22, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 j n2, vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12711 and inlarged upon in your private thoughts. 1. Consider first, It is the work of thy day. and enlarged upon in your private thoughts. 1. Consider First, It is the work of thy day. cc vvn p-acp p-acp po22 j n2. crd np1 ord, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po21 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1296 Page 617
12712 The question is, what God would have a child of his do? when the enemies of Religion and godliness are very high and rampant, The question is, what God would have a child of his doe? when the enemies of Religion and godliness Are very high and rampant, dt n1 vbz, r-crq np1 vmd vhi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1? c-crq dt n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbr av j cc j, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12713 and the people of God are low, poor, and afflicted; and the people of God Are low, poor, and afflicted; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr j, j, cc vvn; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12714 and God suffereth wicked men to devour those who are more righteous than themselves, as if men were under the same providence as the Fish of the Sea, and God suffers wicked men to devour those who Are more righteous than themselves, as if men were under the same providence as the Fish of the Sea, cc np1 vvz j n2 pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr av-dc j cs px32, c-acp cs n2 vbdr p-acp dt d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12715 and the Beasts of the Earth, where, without any regard to right or wrong; the greater devoureth the less: and the Beasts of the Earth, where, without any regard to right or wrong; the greater devoureth the less: cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1, c-crq, p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi cc n-jn; dt jc vvz dt av-dc: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12716 at such a time as this, what should a good and righteous man do? Let Solomon answer, Prov. 20.22. Say not, I will recompence evil, but wait on the Lord and he shall save you. At such a time as this, what should a good and righteous man do? Let Solomon answer, Curae 20.22. Say not, I will recompense evil, but wait on the Lord and he shall save you. p-acp d dt n1 c-acp d, r-crq vmd dt j cc j n1 vdb? vvb np1 n1, np1 crd. vvb xx, pns11 vmb vvi j-jn, cc-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 cc pns31 vmb vvi pn22. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12717 Hence you shall every-where in Scripture find the Church, and people of God resolving upon it; Hence you shall everywhere in Scripture find the Church, and people of God resolving upon it; av pn22 vmb j p-acp n1 vvi dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp pn31; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12718 and the Lord when he instructs his people what to do in an evil day: this is that which he directeth, Isa. 60.9. Zech. 3.8. Hab. 4.5. Isa. 8.17. 2. It is that which God hath alone left for you to do in such a day. and the Lord when he instructs his people what to do in an evil day: this is that which he directeth, Isaiah 60.9. Zechariah 3.8. Hab. 4.5. Isaiah 8.17. 2. It is that which God hath alone left for you to do in such a day. cc dt n1 c-crq pns31 vvz po31 n1 r-crq pc-acp vdi p-acp dt j-jn n1: d vbz d r-crq pns31 vvz, np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd. crd pn31 vbz d r-crq np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pn22 pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1297 Page 618
12719 Our Eyes of sense in such a time are quite put out; Our Eyes of sense in such a time Are quite put out; po12 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d dt n1 vbr av vvn av; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1298 Page 618
12720 we have nothing to do at such a time, but to stand still and see the Salvation of God. Jer. 14.22. Are there any amongst the Gentiles that can give rain? therefore we will wait upon thee: we have nothing to do At such a time, but to stand still and see the Salvation of God. Jer. 14.22. are there any among the Gentiles that can give rain? Therefore we will wait upon thee: pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp d dt n1, cc-acp pc-acp vvi av cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 crd. vbr pc-acp d p-acp dt n2-j cst vmb vvi n1? av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1298 Page 618
12721 we have nothing else to do, we have none else we can wait upon; therefore we will wait upon thee. we have nothing Else to do, we have none Else we can wait upon; Therefore we will wait upon thee. pns12 vhb pix av pc-acp vdi, pns12 vhb pix av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp; av pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno21. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1298 Page 618
12723 It was the practice of the Church, Mic. 7.7. It was the practice of the Church, Mic. 7.7. pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1299 Page 618
12725 4. Thou hast ground enough to do it, the Power of God, the Goodness and Truth of God are certainly a sufficient ground of encouragement to any soul to wait upon God, who hath promised help; 4. Thou hast ground enough to do it, the Power of God, the goodness and Truth of God Are Certainly a sufficient ground of encouragement to any soul to wait upon God, who hath promised help; crd pns21 vh2 n1 av-d pc-acp vdi pn31, dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 vbr av-j dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vvn n1; (51) sermon (DIV3) 1300 Page 618
12726 and is so true, that he cannot lie; who is able to help and to do more abundantly than we stand in need of, and is so true, that he cannot lie; who is able to help and to do more abundantly than we stand in need of, cc vbz av j, cst pns31 vmbx vvb; r-crq vbz j pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vdi av-dc av-j cs pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1300 Page 618
12727 and who is Infinite in Goodness, and wanteth no love to prompt him to come in to the relief and succour of his people. and who is Infinite in goodness, and Wants no love to prompt him to come in to the relief and succour of his people. cc r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc vvz dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1300 Page 618
12728 5. Waiting upon God gives God the honour of many Attributes: 5. Waiting upon God gives God the honour of many Attributes: crd vvg p-acp np1 vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f d n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1301 Page 618
12729 It giveth Him the glory of his Soveraignty, His Wisdom, His Power, His Truth, and His Goodness. It gives Him the glory of his Sovereignty, His Wisdom, His Power, His Truth, and His goodness. pn31 vvz pno31 dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, po31 n1, cc po31 n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1301 Page 618
12730 6. It is a great evidence of your Faith: He that believeth maketh not hast. 6. It is a great evidence of your Faith: He that Believeth makes not haste. crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f po22 n1: pns31 cst vvz vvz xx n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1302 Page 618
12731 7. It is that which in a day of evil, will distinguish you from wicked and ungodly men: 7. It is that which in a day of evil, will distinguish you from wicked and ungodly men: crd pn31 vbz d r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f n-jn, vmb vvi pn22 p-acp j cc j n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1303 Page 618
12732 they cannot wait upon God, but break out into fits of impatience, &c. 8. There is nothing so effectual in an evil day, to help thee to keep down thy corruptions, to silence thy temptations: they cannot wait upon God, but break out into fits of impatience, etc. 8. There is nothing so effectual in an evil day, to help thee to keep down thy corruptions, to silence thy temptations: pns32 vmbx vvi p-acp np1, cc-acp vvb av p-acp n2 pp-f n1, av crd pc-acp vbz pix av j p-acp dt j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pno21 pc-acp vvi a-acp po21 n2, pc-acp vvi po21 n2: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1303 Page 618
12733 You have heard it in that to which many promises are made, That your waiting upon God is pleadable as an argument for the mercy which you desire: You have herd it in that to which many promises Are made, That your waiting upon God is pleadable as an argument for the mercy which you desire: pn22 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp d p-acp r-crq d n2 vbr vvn, cst po22 n-vvg p-acp np1 vbz j c-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn22 vvb: (51) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12734 In short, there are very many Arguments might be used to perswade this silent waiting upon God, In short, there Are very many Arguments might be used to persuade this silent waiting upon God, p-acp j, pc-acp vbr av d n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d j vvg p-acp np1, (51) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12735 but I have before spake to many of them, and shall therefore add no more to this Discourse. but I have before spoke to many of them, and shall Therefore add no more to this Discourse. cc-acp pns11 vhb p-acp vvd p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc vmb av vvi av-dx dc p-acp d n1. (51) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12736 SERMON XLIX. SERMON XLIX. n1 crd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12737 Rom. IX. 15. For he saith unto Moses, I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, Rom. IX. 15. For he Says unto Moses, I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, np1 crd. crd c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12738 and I will have compassion upon whom I will have compassion. and I will have compassion upon whom I will have compassion. cc pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1304 Page 619
12739 I Am (as you know) attempting to expound the hard Chapters of Divine providence, giving you some account of those Motions of it, which to us appear most difficult; I Am (as you know) attempting to expound the hard Chapters of Divine providence, giving you Some account of those Motions of it, which to us appear most difficult; pns11 vbm (c-acp pn22 vvb) vvg pc-acp vvi dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, vvg pn22 d n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f pn31, r-crq p-acp pno12 vvi av-ds j; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1305 Page 619
12740 I have brought these under some heads propounding to speak, I have brought these under Some Heads propounding to speak, pns11 vhb vvn d p-acp d n2 vvg pc-acp vvi, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1305 Page 619
12741 1. First, To such as concerned the exhibition of the Covenant of works, after the establishment of the Eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace. 1. First, To such as concerned the exhibition of the Covenant of works, After the establishment of the Eternal Covenant of Redemption and Grace. crd ord, p-acp d c-acp vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1306 Page 619
12742 And 2. The Exhibition, or tender of grace to all indefinitely, after the Decree of Election, and the fall of Man. And 2. The Exhibition, or tender of grace to all indefinitely, After the decree of Election, and the fallen of Man. cc crd dt n1, cc j pp-f n1 p-acp d av-j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 (52) sermon (DIV3) 1306 Page 619
12743 2. The permission of sin, and so much sin; sinners, and so many sinners in the world. 2. The permission of since, and so much since; Sinners, and so many Sinners in the world. crd dt n1 pp-f n1, cc av d n1; n2, cc av d n2 p-acp dt n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1307 Page 619
12744 3. To such as related to the Remunerative, and punitive Providence of God. 3. To such as related to the Remunerative, and punitive Providence of God. crd p-acp d c-acp vvd p-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1308 Page 619
12745 4. Lastly, To such as concern the dispensation, both of the more external, and the more internal and effectual means of grace. 4. Lastly, To such as concern the Dispensation, both of the more external, and the more internal and effectual means of grace. crd ord, p-acp d c-acp vvi dt n1, d pp-f dt av-dc j, cc dt dc j cc j n2 pp-f n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1309 Page 619
12766 but the children of the promise are counted for the seed. but the children of the promise Are counted for the seed. cc-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12746 I have spoken to divers Questions, that have fallen under the Three first of these heads; I have spoken to diverse Questions, that have fallen under the Three First of these Heads; pns11 vhb vvn p-acp j n2, cst vhb vvn p-acp dt crd ord pp-f d n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1309 Page 619
12747 such as fall under the last, remain yet to be spoken to: such as fallen under the last, remain yet to be spoken to: d c-acp vvi p-acp dt ord, vvb av pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1309 Page 620
12748 but before I come to speak directly to such Questions, I shall lay down Two preliminary Propositions, to which I shall speak something. but before I come to speak directly to such Questions, I shall lay down Two preliminary Propositions, to which I shall speak something. cc-acp c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp d n2, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp crd n1 n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pi. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1309 Page 620
12749 1. Prop. That God in his Providential dispensations of grace, and the means of application of it; 1. Prop. That God in his Providential dispensations of grace, and the means of application of it; crd np1 cst np1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f n1 pp-f pn31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1310 Page 620
12750 whether more external, or more internal; acteth freely and unaccountably, yet is in it both holy and just and good. whither more external, or more internal; Acts freely and unaccountably, yet is in it both holy and just and good. cs av-dc j, cc av-dc j; vvz av-j cc av-j, av vbz p-acp pn31 d j cc j cc j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1310 Page 620
12751 2. Prop. That God in the dispensations of his paenal Providence, in the withholding, or withdrawing of the means of grace; 2. Prop. That God in the dispensations of his penal Providence, in the withholding, or withdrawing of the means of grace; crd np1 cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp dt vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12752 whether more external, or more internal; never acteth upon meer Prerogative, but upon the demerit of the sins of people; whither more external, or more internal; never Acts upon mere Prerogative, but upon the demerit of the Sins of people; cs av-dc j, cc av-dc j; av-x vvz p-acp j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12753 and in this he acteth justly, and holily. and in this he Acts justly, and holily. cc p-acp d pns31 vvz av-j, cc av-j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12754 I will begin with the first of these, and for that purpose I have made choice of this Text; I will begin with the First of these, and for that purpose I have made choice of this Text; pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord pp-f d, cc p-acp d n1 pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12755 which is a Quotation which our Apostle bringeth out of the Books of Moses: you shall find it, Exod. 33.19. Moses said unto God, vers. 18. I beseech thee shew me thy glory: which is a Quotation which our Apostle brings out of the Books of Moses: you shall find it, Exod 33.19. Moses said unto God, vers. 18. I beseech thee show me thy glory: r-crq vbz dt n1 r-crq po12 n1 vvz av pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: pn22 vmb vvi pn31, np1 crd. np1 vvd p-acp np1, fw-la. crd pns11 vvb pno21 vvb pno11 po21 n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12756 And he said, I will make all my goodness to pass before thee, and I will proclaim the name of the Lord before thee; And he said, I will make all my Goodness to pass before thee, and I will proclaim the name of the Lord before thee; cc pns31 vvd, pns11 vmb vvi d po11 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno21, cc pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno21; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12757 and will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will shew mercy on whom I will shew mercy. and will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show mercy. cc vmb vbi j p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vbi j, cc vmb vvi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vvi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12758 This is the Text which the Apostle quoteth here: This is the Text which the Apostle quoteth Here: d vbz dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vvz av: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12759 The Argument which the Apostle is upon in this Chapter, is the rejection of the Jews; as to which he vindicateth God in Two things. 1. As to the promise made to Abraham, a thing which the Jews bare up themselves much upon; The Argument which the Apostle is upon in this Chapter, is the rejection of the jews; as to which he vindicateth God in Two things. 1. As to the promise made to Abraham, a thing which the jews bore up themselves much upon; dt n1 r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp p-acp d n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f dt np2; a-acp p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz np1 p-acp crd n2. crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvd p-acp np1, dt n1 r-crq dt np2 vvi a-acp px32 d p-acp; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12760 that they were the seed of Abraham, and so in Covenant with God; that they were the seed of Abraham, and so in Covenant with God; cst pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1, cc av p-acp n1 p-acp np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12761 and if God should cast them off, what could be said to justifie the truth and faithfulness of God? What should become of the promise, the Covenant made with Abraham and his seed for ever? The word of God would have no effect. and if God should cast them off, what could be said to justify the truth and faithfulness of God? What should become of the promise, the Covenant made with Abraham and his seed for ever? The word of God would have no Effect. cc cs np1 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp, q-crq vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1? q-crq vmd vvi pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc po31 n1 c-acp av? dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi dx n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12762 This the Apostle answereth, vers. 6. and so to vers. 13. He telleth them in the first place: This the Apostle Answers, vers. 6. and so to vers. 13. He Telleth them in the First place: np1 dt n1 vvz, fw-la. crd cc av pc-acp zz. crd pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt ord n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12763 They were not all Israel which were of Israel. And vers. 7. That all who were the seed of Abraham, were not all children: They were not all Israel which were of Israel. And vers. 7. That all who were the seed of Abraham, were not all children: pns32 vbdr xx d np1 r-crq vbdr pp-f np1. cc fw-la. crd cst d r-crq vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1, vbdr xx d n2: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12764 and this he proveth, vers. 7. Because God said, In Isaac shall thy seed be called; and this he Proves, vers. 7. Because God said, In Isaac shall thy seed be called; cc d pns31 vvz, fw-la. crd p-acp np1 vvd, p-acp np1 vmb po21 n1 vbi vvn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12765 and that the promise was given to Sarah, that is, (saith the Apostle) they which are the children of the flesh, these are not the children of God; and that the promise was given to Sarah, that is, (Says the Apostle) they which Are the children of the Flesh, these Are not the children of God; cc d dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp np1, cst vbz, (vvz dt n1) pno32 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d vbr xx dt n2 pp-f np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12767 And he tells them, that it was the same case as to Rebecca. Esau and Jacob were both the children of Rebecca, but yet God loved Jacob, and hated Esau, vers. 13. But some may possibly think, this did not answer the Objection of the Jews: for admitting that the promise was made to the children of Isaac, the Jews were such. And he tells them, that it was the same case as to Rebecca. Esau and Jacob were both the children of Rebecca, but yet God loved Jacob, and hated Esau, vers. 13. But Some may possibly think, this did not answer the Objection of the jews: for admitting that the promise was made to the children of Isaac, the jews were such. cc pns31 vvz pno32, cst pn31 vbds dt d n1 c-acp pc-acp np1. np1 cc np1 vbdr d dt n2 pp-f np1, p-acp av np1 vvd np1, cc vvd np1, fw-la. crd p-acp d vmb av-j vvi, d vdd xx vvi dt n1 pp-f dt np2: p-acp vvg cst dt n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, dt np2 vbdr d. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 620
12768 Abraham indeed had a child by Hagar, that was Esau, and he had Sons by Keturah; but all the Nation of the Jews were descended from Isaac, who was the Son of Sarah, to whom the promise confessedly was made. Abraham indeed had a child by Hagar, that was Esau, and he had Sons by Keturah; but all the nation of the jews were descended from Isaac, who was the Son of Sarah, to whom the promise confessedly was made. np1 av vhd dt n1 p-acp np1, cst vbds np1, cc pns31 vhd n2 p-acp np1; p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt np2 vbdr vvn p-acp np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 av-vvn vbds vvn. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12769 To which I answer, The Apostle had yet gained One main point, viz. That the Jews could lay claim to nothing upon this account, that they were the seed of Abraham; for the promise was not made to the whole seed of Abraham, but to a peculiar seed: Now this peculiar seed was not all the children of Isaac; this he proveth by the instance of Jacob and Esau, who were both the children of Isaac; for saith he, vers. 11. The children being not yet born, To which I answer, The Apostle had yet gained One main point, viz. That the jews could lay claim to nothing upon this account, that they were the seed of Abraham; for the promise was not made to the Whole seed of Abraham, but to a peculiar seed: Now this peculiar seed was not all the children of Isaac; this he Proves by the instance of Jacob and Esau, who were both the children of Isaac; for Says he, vers. 11. The children being not yet born, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvb, dt n1 vhd av vvn pi j n1, n1 cst dt np2 vmd vvi n1 p-acp pix p-acp d n1, cst pns32 vbdr dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp dt n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp dt j n1: av d j n1 vbds xx d dt n2 pp-f np1; d pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 cc np1, r-crq vbdr d dt n2 pp-f np1; p-acp vvz pns31, fw-la. crd dt n2 vbg xx av vvn, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12770 neither having done good or evil; neither having done good or evil; av-dx vhg vdn j cc j-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12771 that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth; that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calls; cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg p-acp n1 vmd vvi, xx pp-f n2, cc-acp pp-f pno31 cst vvz; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12772 It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger, as it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated. It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger, as it is written, Jacob have I loved, but Esau have I hated. pn31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31, dt n-jn vmb vvi dt jc, c-acp pn31 vbz vvn, np1 vhb pns11 vvn, cc-acp np1 vhb pns11 vvn. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12773 This now proveth, that God was not by his promise tied to all the children of Abraham by Isaac, but was yet at liberty, to what part of his seed he would fulfil his promise. This now Proves, that God was not by his promise tied to all the children of Abraham by Isaac, but was yet At liberty, to what part of his seed he would fulfil his promise. d av vvz, cst np1 vbds xx p-acp po31 n1 vvn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp np1, p-acp vbds av p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12774 Well, but might some say, being they were both the children of Abraham; how could God in righteousness shew mercy and compassion to one of them, Well, but might Some say, being they were both the children of Abraham; how could God in righteousness show mercy and compassion to one of them, uh-av, cc-acp vmd d vvi, vbg pns32 vbdr d dt n2 pp-f np1; c-crq vmd np1 p-acp n1 vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp crd pp-f pno32, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12775 and not to another? vers. 14. What shall we say then? Is there unrighteousness with God? This the Apostle denieth, and not to Another? vers. 14. What shall we say then? Is there unrighteousness with God? This the Apostle Denieth, cc xx p-acp j-jn? zz. crd q-crq vmb pns12 vvi av? vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp np1? d dt n1 vvz, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12776 and that with his ordinary aversation, and detestation, God forbid. Now he proveth that there is no unrighteousness in this dispensation of God: and that with his ordinary aversation, and detestation, God forbid. Now he Proves that there is no unrighteousness in this Dispensation of God: cc cst p-acp po31 j n1, cc n1, np1 vvi. av pns31 vvz cst pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f np1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12777 Because God had said to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, Because God had said to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, c-acp np1 vhd vvn p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12778 and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion. cc pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12779 So then, (saith the Apostle,) It is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, So then, (Says the Apostle,) It is not of him that wills, nor of him that Runneth, av av, (vvz dt n1,) pn31 vbz xx pp-f pno31 cst vvz, ccx pp-f pno31 cst vvz, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12780 but of God that sheweth mercy. but of God that shows mercy. cc-acp pp-f np1 cst vvz n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12781 If there could be unrighteousness with God, it must be because God hath somewhere by promise obliged himself to shew mercy to all the Jewish Nation: If there could be unrighteousness with God, it must be Because God hath somewhere by promise obliged himself to show mercy to all the Jewish nation: cs a-acp vmd vbi n1 p-acp np1, pn31 vmb vbi c-acp np1 vhz av p-acp n1 vvn px31 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d dt jp n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12782 but, saith he, the promise made to Abraham and to his seed, will not reach so far: but, Says he, the promise made to Abraham and to his seed, will not reach so Far: cc-acp, vvz pns31, dt n1 vvd p-acp np1 cc p-acp po31 n1, vmb xx vvi av av-j: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12783 that was not made to the whole seed of Abraham, no, not to all that descended from Abraham, through the loins of his Son Isaac, as appears by Gods hating Esau, who was the Son of Isaac, and his eldest Son too: that was not made to the Whole seed of Abraham, no, not to all that descended from Abraham, through the loins of his Son Isaac, as appears by God's hating Esau, who was the Son of Isaac, and his eldest Son too: cst vbds xx vvn p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, av-dx, xx p-acp d cst vvd p-acp np1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 np1, c-acp vvz p-acp n2 vvg np1, r-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 js-jn n1 av: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12784 But more than this, saith the Apostle, God when he declared his glory to Moses, Exod. 33. sufficiently expounded himself: But more than this, Says the Apostle, God when he declared his glory to Moses, Exod 33. sufficiently expounded himself: cc-acp av-dc cs d, vvz dt n1, np1 c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1, np1 crd av-j vvn px31: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12785 That his promise to Abraham 's seed, did not determine his grace to any parts, or Nation; That his promise to Abraham is seed, did not determine his grace to any parts, or nation; cst po31 n1 p-acp np1 vbz n1, vdd xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp d n2, cc n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12786 but that he had a liberty left to him to shew, or not to shew mercy to whom he pleased; but that he had a liberty left to him to show, or not to show mercy to whom he pleased; cc-acp cst pns31 vhd dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvd; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12787 for he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy. So that the Proposition from this Text is of easie deduction. Proposi. for he Says to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy. So that the Proposition from this Text is of easy deduction. Proposi. c-acp pns31 vvz p-acp np1, pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1. av cst dt n1 p-acp d n1 vbz pp-f j n1. fw-la. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1311 Page 621
12788 That God in his Providential dispensations of grace, and the means of its application, acteth freely, and unaccountably; That God in his Providential dispensations of grace, and the means of its application, Acts freely, and unaccountably; cst np1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvz av-j, cc av-j; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12789 and in doing so, there is no unrighteousness with God. and in doing so, there is no unrighteousness with God. cc p-acp vdg av, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12790 In this Proposition there are Two branches, 1. That God in the dispensations of his grace acteth freely and unaccountably. In this Proposition there Are Two branches, 1. That God in the dispensations of his grace Acts freely and unaccountably. p-acp d n1 pc-acp vbr crd n2, crd cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 vvz av-j cc av-j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12791 2. That in his doing so, there is no unrighteousness with him. I say first, God in these dispensations acteth freely and unaccountably: 2. That in his doing so, there is no unrighteousness with him. I say First, God in these dispensations Acts freely and unaccountably: crd cst p-acp po31 vdg av, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno31. pns11 vvb ord, np1 p-acp d n2 vvz av-j cc av-j: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12792 the one of these necessarily followeth upon the other; the one of these necessarily follows upon the other; dt crd pp-f d av-j vvz p-acp dt j-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12793 if he acteth freely, he must needs act unaccountably: for who can give an account of what man doth, ex mero motu, out of his own free inclination, without any motive out of himself; (for that is meant by freely) nothing compelling, nothing moving, if he Acts freely, he must needs act unaccountably: for who can give an account of what man does, ex mero motu, out of his own free inclination, without any motive out of himself; (for that is meant by freely) nothing compelling, nothing moving, cs pns31 vvz av-j, pns31 vmb av vvi av-j: p-acp r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq n1 vdz, fw-la fw-it fw-la, av pp-f po31 d j n1, p-acp d n1 av pp-f px31; (c-acp d vbz vvn p-acp av-j) pix vvg, pix vvg, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12794 or alluring him, meerly from the good pleasure of his own will. The reason of his having and shewing mercy, is, because he will thew mercy. or alluring him, merely from the good pleasure of his own will. The reason of his having and showing mercy, is, Because he will thew mercy. cc vvg pno31, av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1. dt n1 pp-f po31 vhg cc vvg n1, vbz, c-acp pns31 vmb zz n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12795 The Scripture giveth so plentiful a testimony to this, as one would wonder that any owning the Scripture, should deny it: The Scripture gives so plentiful a testimony to this, as one would wonder that any owning the Scripture, should deny it: dt n1 vvz av j dt n1 p-acp d, c-acp pi vmd vvi cst d vvg dt n1, vmd vvi pn31: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12796 for whereas all grace, or mercy is to be considered; either in the first willing and purpose, or in the actual exercise of it; for whereas all grace, or mercy is to be considered; either in the First willing and purpose, or in the actual exercise of it; c-acp cs d n1, cc n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn; d p-acp dt ord vvg cc n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12797 whether we consider, the one way, or the other; whither we Consider, the one Way, or the other; cs pns12 vvb, dt crd n1, cc dt n-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12798 we shall find, that both flow from the free-will, and goodness of God, and have no other cause; we shall find, that both flow from the freewill, and Goodness of God, and have no other cause; pns12 vmb vvi, cst d n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1, cc vhb dx j-jn n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12799 but because God will shew mercy to whom he will shew it. but Because God will show mercy to whom he will show it. cc-acp c-acp np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi pn31. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1312 Page 622
12800 1. Let us consider it first in the purpose. Gods purpose of grace was nothing else but his Eternal willing of some persons, to obtain everlasting life and salvation, in, and through Christ; 1. Let us Consider it First in the purpose. God's purpose of grace was nothing Else but his Eternal willing of Some Persons, to obtain everlasting life and salvation, in, and through christ; crd vvb pno12 vvi pn31 ord p-acp dt n1. npg1 n1 pp-f n1 vbds pix av cc-acp po31 j vvg pp-f d n2, pc-acp vvi j n1 cc n1, p-acp, cc p-acp np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12801 and in the use of that means which he appointed thereunto; for the counsels of God, ordered the means, as well as the end: and in the use of that means which he appointed thereunto; for the Counsels of God, ordered the means, as well as the end: cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 r-crq pns31 vvd av; p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vvd dt n2, c-acp av c-acp dt n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12802 we do therefore suppose that God from all eternity knew who should be saved; and that he therefore must needs know it, because he will'd it: we do Therefore suppose that God from all eternity knew who should be saved; and that he Therefore must needs know it, Because he willed it: pns12 vdb av vvi cst np1 p-acp d n1 vvd r-crq vmd vbi vvn; cc cst pns31 av vmb av vvi pn31, c-acp pns31 vvd pn31: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12803 for whereas all mankind from eternity are to be considered alike, nothing but the Will of God could bring any part of them more than another, into a salvable estate; for whereas all mankind from eternity Are to be considered alike, nothing but the Will of God could bring any part of them more than Another, into a salvable estate; c-acp cs d n1 p-acp n1 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn av, pix cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f pno32 av-dc cs j-jn, p-acp dt j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12804 especially into a certain state of Salvation. God therefore decreed, or willed some persons to so glorious an end. especially into a certain state of Salvation. God Therefore decreed, or willed Some Persons to so glorious an end. av-j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. np1 av vvn, cc vvd d n2 p-acp av j dt n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12805 Now the question is, what made God to will these, not others? what can be imagined but his will, of which we are able to give no account. Eph. 1.5. Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will: Now the question is, what made God to will these, not Others? what can be imagined but his will, of which we Are able to give no account. Ephesians 1.5. Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by jesus christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will: av dt n1 vbz, r-crq vvd np1 pc-acp vmb d, xx n2-jn? q-crq vmb vbi vvn p-acp po31 n1, pp-f r-crq pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi dx n1. np1 crd. vhg vvn pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1 np1 p-acp px31, vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12806 hence, it is called the election of grace, Rom. 11.5. and 2 Tim. 1.8. hence, it is called the election of grace, Rom. 11.5. and 2 Tim. 1.8. av, pn31 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. cc crd np1 crd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12807 Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, r-crq vhz vvn pno12, cc vvd pno12 p-acp dt j n-vvg, xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12808 but according to his purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ, before the world began. but according to his purpose and grace, which was given us in christ, before the world began. cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbds vvn pno12 p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 vvd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 622
12809 Arminians and Papists tell us of Gods electing men out of a foresight that they would believe and obey. If indeed men were to have risen out of the Earth like Mushromes, and to have given a being to themselves, Arminians and Papists tell us of God's electing men out of a foresight that they would believe and obey. If indeed men were to have risen out of the Earth like Mushrooms, and to have given a being to themselves, njp2 cc njp2 vvi pno12 pp-f ng1 vvg n2 av pp-f dt n1 cst pns32 vmd vvi cc vvi. cs av n2 vbdr pc-acp vhi vvn av pp-f dt n1 av-j n2, cc pc-acp vhi vvn dt vbg p-acp px32, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12810 and to have created their own Souls, they might have quarrelled the Scripture a little upon this point; and to have created their own Souls, they might have quarreled the Scripture a little upon this point; cc pc-acp vhi vvn po32 d n2, pns32 vmd vhi vvn dt n1 dt j p-acp d n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12811 but when the bodies of all men were to be of the same clay, and all souls were Gods, which were to inform those bodies, but when the bodies of all men were to be of the same clay, and all Souls were God's, which were to inform those bodies, cc-acp c-crq dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbdr pc-acp vbi pp-f dt d n1, cc d n2 vbdr n2, r-crq vbdr pc-acp vvi d n2, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12812 how they should any of them have a disposition to believe, or obey more than others; how they should any of them have a disposition to believe, or obey more than Others; c-crq pns32 vmd d pp-f pno32 vhb dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc vvb av-dc cs n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12813 unless God had created it in them, or willed that in time they should have it, I cannot understand: unless God had created it in them, or willed that in time they should have it, I cannot understand: cs np1 vhd vvn pn31 p-acp pno32, cc vvd cst p-acp n1 pns32 vmd vhi pn31, pns11 vmbx vvi: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12814 and if they say, that they had it from the will of God, the matter (as to our point) cometh much to the same issue. and if they say, that they had it from the will of God, the matter (as to our point) comes much to the same issue. cc cs pns32 vvb, cst pns32 vhd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 (c-acp p-acp po12 n1) vvz d p-acp dt d n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12815 God purposed them grace from his own meer good-will and pleasure; he willed them, in time to have a disposition to believe and obey; God purposed them grace from his own mere goodwill and pleasure; he willed them, in time to have a disposition to believe and obey; np1 vvd pno32 vvi p-acp po31 d j n1 cc n1; pns31 vvd pno32, p-acp n1 pc-acp vhi dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12816 and upon their Faith and Obedience, to have everlasting life. and upon their Faith and obedience, to have everlasting life. cc p-acp po32 n1 cc n1, pc-acp vhi j n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1313 Page 623
12817 2. If we consider Gods acts of grace in time, they are distinguished, either into the more external means: Or secondly, those gracious habits which accompany salvation, and make a soul meet for the inheritance of the Saints in Light. 2. If we Consider God's acts of grace in time, they Are distinguished, either into the more external means: Or secondly, those gracious habits which accompany salvation, and make a soul meet for the inheritance of the Saints in Light. crd cs pns12 vvb ng1 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, pns32 vbr vvn, av-d p-acp dt dc j n2: cc ord, d j n2 r-crq vvb n1, cc vvi dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12818 The means of Salvation are either the means of Purchase, and Redemption; The means of Salvation Are either the means of Purchase, and Redemption; dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12819 such was the giving of Christ, of which Saint John, (Joh. 3.16.) could give us no other account, such was the giving of christ, of which Saint John, (John 3.16.) could give us no other account, d vbds dt vvg pp-f np1, pp-f r-crq n1 np1, (np1 crd.) vmd vvi pno12 av-dx j-jn n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12820 but God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son. For the means of application, they are either more external, or internal. but God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son. For the means of application, they Are either more external, or internal. cc-acp np1 av vvd dt n1, cst pns31 vvd po31 j vvn n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, pns32 vbr av-d av-dc j, cc j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12821 The more external, is the promulgation, or publication of the Gospel: See what our Saviour saith as to this, Mat. 11.25, 26. I thank thee, O Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, who hast hidden these things from the wise and prudent, The more external, is the Promulgation, or publication of the Gospel: See what our Saviour Says as to this, Mathew 11.25, 26. I thank thee, Oh Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth, who hast hidden these things from the wise and prudent, dt dc j, vbz dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1: vvb r-crq po12 n1 vvz a-acp p-acp d, np1 crd, crd pns11 vvb pno21, uh n1, n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, q-crq vh2 vvn d n2 p-acp dt j cc j, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12822 and hast revealed them to babes: Even so, O Father, because it pleased thee. and hast revealed them to babes: Even so, Oh Father, Because it pleased thee. cc vh2 vvn pno32 p-acp n2: av-j av, uh n1, c-acp pn31 vvd pno21. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12823 2. For these acts of grace by which the Soul is prepared, and made fit for the inheritance of the Saints in Light: 2. For these acts of grace by which the Soul is prepared, and made fit for the inheritance of the Saints in Light: crd p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 p-acp n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12824 they are Effectual Calling, Justification, and Sanctification, or Regeneration. they Are Effectual Calling, Justification, and Sanctification, or Regeneration. pns32 vbr j vvg, n1, cc n1, cc n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1314 Page 623
12825 1. For Effectual Calling, we are said to be called with an holy calling, not according to our works, 1. For Effectual Calling, we Are said to be called with an holy calling, not according to our works, crd p-acp j vvg, pns12 vbr vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg, xx vvg p-acp po12 n2, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 623
12826 but according to his own purpose, and grace. Not according to our works: so that any thing in our selves is denied, but according to his purpose: but according to his own purpose, and grace. Not according to our works: so that any thing in our selves is denied, but according to his purpose: cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 d n1, cc n1. xx vvg p-acp po12 n2: av cst d n1 p-acp po12 n2 vbz vvn, cc-acp vvg p-acp po31 n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 623
12827 Now what is the purpose of God? but the will of God determining this, or that; Now what is the purpose of God? but the will of God determining this, or that; av q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f np1? p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvg d, cc d; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 623
12828 and it is further added, And grace; which speaketh the free love and good-will of God in the case; and it is further added, And grace; which speaks the free love and goodwill of God in the case; cc pn31 vbz av-jc vvn, cc n1; r-crq vvz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 623
12829 for grace is nothing else but free love. So 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all grace, who hath called you: for grace is nothing Else but free love. So 1 Pet. 5.10. The God of all grace, who hath called you: p-acp n1 vbz pix av cc-acp j n1. av crd np1 crd. dt n1 pp-f d n1, r-crq vhz vvn pn22: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 623
12830 so that God in the calling of Souls acteth as a God of grace, yea, of all Grace. Who can give a reason why God by the Preaching of the Gospel effectually calleth one, so that God in the calling of Souls Acts as a God of grace, yea, of all Grace. Who can give a reason why God by the Preaching of the Gospel effectually calls one, av cst np1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f n2 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, uh, pp-f d n1. q-crq vmb vvi dt n1 q-crq np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 av-j vvz pi, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 624
12831 and not another, out of darkness into marvellous light? but meerly because he willeth. and not Another, out of darkness into marvellous Light? but merely Because he wills. cc xx j-jn, av pp-f n1 p-acp j n1? cc-acp av-j c-acp pns31 vvz. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 624
12832 The Evangelist, 1 John 13. telleth us, that we are born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, The Evangelist, 1 John 13. Telleth us, that we Are born, not of blood, nor of the will of the Flesh, dt np1, crd np1 crd vvz pno12, cst pns12 vbr vvn, xx pp-f n1, ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 624
12833 nor of the will of man, but of God. 2. Justification is another act of grace, whereby God pardoneth our sin, looketh upon us, nor of the will of man, but of God. 2. Justification is Another act of grace, whereby God Pardoneth our since, looks upon us, ccx pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f np1. crd n1 vbz j-jn n1 pp-f n1, c-crq np1 vvz po12 n1, vvz p-acp pno12, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1315 Page 624
12834 and accepteth us as righteous, only for the righteousness of Christ reckoned unto us for righteousness. Herein also God acteth freely: and Accepteth us as righteous, only for the righteousness of christ reckoned unto us for righteousness. Herein also God Acts freely: cc vvz pno12 p-acp j, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno12 p-acp n1. av av np1 vvz av-j: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1316 Page 624
12835 being justified freely by his grace; being justified freely by his grace; vbg vvn av-j p-acp po31 n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1316 Page 624
12836 he giveth of the fountain of life freely. To this purpose is that, I will heal your backsliding, and love you freely. he gives of the fountain of life freely. To this purpose is that, I will heal your backsliding, and love you freely. pns31 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j. p-acp d n1 vbz d, pns11 vmb vvi po22 n-vvg, cc vvb pn22 av-j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1316 Page 624
12837 3. For Regeneration, or Sanctification, which is that act of grace by which we are renewed in the inward-man, 3. For Regeneration, or Sanctification, which is that act of grace by which we Are renewed in the Inward-man, crd p-acp n1, cc n1, r-crq vbz d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1317 Page 624
12838 and made conformable to the image of God: This is our being born of the Spirit; and made conformable to the image of God: This is our being born of the Spirit; cc vvd j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: d vbz po12 n1 vvn pp-f dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1317 Page 624
12839 and our Saviour compareth the motion of the Spirit to the wind, which bloweth where it listeth. and our Saviour compareth the motion of the Spirit to the wind, which blows where it lists. cc po12 n1 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvz c-crq pn31 vvz. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1317 Page 624
12840 2. But further yet, the dispensations of grace by the hand of Providence, must necessarily bear proportion to the purpose of grace. We are blessed in Christ with all spiritual blessings, according as he hath chosen us in him, saith the Apostle, Eph. 1.4, 5. Nothing cometh to pass in the world, either as an act of grace, or a paenal dispensation; 2. But further yet, the dispensations of grace by the hand of Providence, must necessarily bear proportion to the purpose of grace. We Are blessed in christ with all spiritual blessings, according as he hath chosen us in him, Says the Apostle, Ephesians 1.4, 5. Nothing comes to pass in the world, either as an act of grace, or a penal Dispensation; crd p-acp jc av, dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb av-j vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. pns12 vbr vvn p-acp np1 p-acp d j n2, vvg c-acp pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp pno31, vvz dt n1, np1 crd, crd pix vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12841 but it is in pursuance of some purpose of God. but it is in pursuance of Some purpose of God. cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12842 Now it was impossible that the purpose of God should have any other foundation than his Will; Now it was impossible that the purpose of God should have any other Foundation than his Will; av pn31 vbds j cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vhi d j-jn n1 cs po31 n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12843 for the eternal purpose must be antecedent to any good, or evil done by us; we are but of yesterday. for the Eternal purpose must be antecedent to any good, or evil done by us; we Are but of yesterday. p-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi n1 p-acp d j, cc n-jn vdn p-acp pno12; pns12 vbr p-acp a-acp av-an. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12844 That man, or woman knoweth nothing of God, and hath very false conceptions, and apprehensions of the Divine Being, that doth not conceive of him as a God from all eternity; That man, or woman Knoweth nothing of God, and hath very false conceptions, and apprehensions of the Divine Being, that does not conceive of him as a God from all eternity; cst n1, cc n1 vvz pix pp-f np1, cc vhz av j n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, cst vdz xx vvi pp-f pno31 p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12845 knowing whatsoever should come to pass in the world; nor is it possible for us to apprehend how God should know any future thing, but because he willed it; knowing whatsoever should come to pass in the world; nor is it possible for us to apprehend how God should know any future thing, but Because he willed it; vvg r-crq vmd vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; ccx vbz pn31 j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi c-crq np1 vmd vvi d j-jn n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd pn31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12846 for what but the will of God should bring it out of a not being, into a being; for what but the will of God should bring it out of a not being, into a being; p-acp r-crq p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi pn31 av pp-f dt xx vbg, p-acp dt vbg; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12847 out of the order of a contingency, into a certainty; which it must have, or God could have no certain knowledg of it. out of the order of a contingency, into a certainty; which it must have, or God could have no certain knowledge of it. av pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1; q-crq pn31 vmb vhi, cc np1 vmd vhi dx j n1 pp-f pn31. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12848 Now it was not possible that any thing in the creature should move God from eternity to will any one grace, Now it was not possible that any thing in the creature should move God from eternity to will any one grace, av pn31 vbds xx j cst d n1 p-acp dt n1 vmd vvi np1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vmb d crd n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12849 because there was no creature pre-existent to this eternal act of God; nor yet co-existent with it. Because there was no creature preexistent to this Eternal act of God; nor yet coexistent with it. c-acp pc-acp vbds dx n1 j p-acp d j n1 pp-f np1; ccx av j p-acp pn31. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12850 It is true, say some, but yet God did foresee, that such, or such, would believe, repent, obey, &c. using the liberty of their wills better than others; It is true, say Some, but yet God did foresee, that such, or such, would believe, Repent, obey, etc. using the liberty of their wills better than Others; pn31 vbz j, vvb d, cc-acp av np1 vdd vvi, cst d, cc d, vmd vvi, vvb, vvb, av vvg dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 jc cs n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 624
12851 and to such God willed eternal life. But I cannot understand any thing in this more than trifling. and to such God willed Eternal life. But I cannot understand any thing in this more than trifling. cc p-acp d n1 vvd j n1. p-acp pns11 vmbx vvi d n1 p-acp d dc cs j-vvg. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12852 For I demand, from whence is that better inclination and disposition of one mans will, For I demand, from whence is that better inclination and disposition of one men will, p-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp q-crq vbz d j n1 cc n1 pp-f crd ng1 n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12853 than another? Where was the principle of this good, was it to proceed from God? then it little differeth from what we say, at least in this case it doth not; than Another? Where was the principle of this good, was it to proceed from God? then it little differeth from what we say, At least in this case it does not; cs j-jn? q-crq vbds dt n1 pp-f d j, vbds pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? cs pn31 av-j vvz p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb, p-acp ds p-acp d n1 pn31 vdz xx; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12854 for still in the dispensations of his grace he moveth freely, and from his own meer will; for still in the dispensations of his grace he moves freely, and from his own mere will; c-acp av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 vvz av-j, cc p-acp po31 d j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12855 only he willeth, first to give grace, then glory. only he wills, First to give grace, then glory. av-j pns31 vvz, ord pc-acp vvi n1, cs n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12856 Will they say, this foreseen good disposition (as is pretended) is from a mans self, Will they say, this foreseen good disposition (as is pretended) is from a men self, n1 pns32 vvb, d vvn j n1 (c-acp vbz vvn) vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12857 then there must be another fountain of good besides God, all good acts proceed from some habits, and powers as their principles. then there must be Another fountain of good beside God, all good acts proceed from Some habits, and Powers as their principles. cs pc-acp vmb vbi j-jn n1 pp-f j p-acp np1, d j n2 vvb p-acp d n2, cc n2 p-acp po32 n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12858 I demand whence is that principle, that power, and habit in us, which God should foresee, I demand whence is that principle, that power, and habit in us, which God should foresee, pns11 vvb q-crq vbz d n1, cst n1, cc n1 p-acp pno12, r-crq np1 vmd vvi, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12859 and therefore will a Soul to life? Will they say it is from man? then say I, every good gift cometh not from God; and Therefore will a Soul to life? Will they say it is from man? then say I, every good gift comes not from God; cc av vmb dt n1 p-acp n1? n1 pns32 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp n1? av vvb pns11, d j n1 vvz xx p-acp np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12860 man is thus made a fountain of good, indeed of all good; man is thus made a fountain of good, indeed of all good; n1 vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f j, av pp-f d j; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12861 for he is thus made the fountain of that good, upon the foresight of which, it is according to this Doctrine; for he is thus made the fountain of that good, upon the foresight of which, it is according to this Doctrine; c-acp pns31 vbz av vvn dt n1 pp-f cst j, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq, pn31 vbz vvg p-acp d n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12862 that God willeth all his providential dispensations of grace and mercy; that God wills all his providential dispensations of grace and mercy; cst np1 vvz d po31 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12863 and if this be not to set up man in the Throne of God, and to take away from God the glory of that Attribute, in which, above all he delighteth, I understand nothing. and if this be not to Set up man in the Throne of God, and to take away from God the glory of that Attribute, in which, above all he delights, I understand nothing. cc cs d vbb xx pc-acp vvi a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1 dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp r-crq, p-acp d pns31 vvz, pns11 vvb pix. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1318 Page 625
12864 3. Again, If acts of grace and mercy were not free and unaccountable, only fountain'd in the good-will and pleasure of God; grace could not be grace: 3. Again, If acts of grace and mercy were not free and unaccountable, only fountained in the goodwill and pleasure of God; grace could not be grace: crd av, cs n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 vbdr xx j cc j, av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; n1 vmd xx vbi n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12865 for what is grace, but free love? To him that worketh the reward, (saith the Apostle) is reckoned not of grace, but of debt, Rom. 4.4. for what is grace, but free love? To him that works the reward, (Says the Apostle) is reckoned not of grace, but of debt, Rom. 4.4. p-acp r-crq vbz n1, cc-acp j n1? p-acp pno31 cst vvz dt n1, (vvz dt n1) vbz vvn xx pp-f n1, cc-acp pp-f n1, np1 crd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12866 If by grace, then it is no more of works, otherwise works would be no more works, Rom. 11.6. The very notion of grace importeth freeness: If by grace, then it is no more of works, otherwise works would be no more works, Rom. 11.6. The very notion of grace imports freeness: cs p-acp n1, cs pn31 vbz dx dc pp-f n2, av n2 vmd vbi dx dc n2, np1 crd. dt j n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12867 grace not free, is no grace; if you take away liberty, you take away grace; I mean Original liberty. grace not free, is no grace; if you take away liberty, you take away grace; I mean Original liberty. vvb xx j, vbz dx n1; cs pn22 vvb av n1, pn22 vvb av n1; pns11 vvb j-jn n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12868 I know when God hath promised, he is just and righteous to forgive, as the Apostle saith, I know when God hath promised, he is just and righteous to forgive, as the Apostle Says, pns11 vvb c-crq np1 vhz vvn, pns31 vbz j cc j pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt n1 vvz, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12869 But God had an Original liberty to promise, or not to promise: But God had an Original liberty to promise, or not to promise: cc-acp np1 vhd dt j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, cc xx pc-acp vvi: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12870 In short, they are no better than enemies to the grace of God, who go about to found the reason of its acts any-where else than in the Divine Will: In short, they Are no better than enemies to the grace of God, who go about to found the reason of its acts anywhere Else than in the Divine Will: p-acp j, pns32 vbr dx jc cs n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vvb a-acp pc-acp vvd dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 av av cs p-acp dt j-jn n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12871 God will have mercy, because he will have mercy; God will have mercy, Because he will have mercy; np1 vmb vhi n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12872 that's all the account which we can give, either of Gods purpose of grace, or of any acts of grace pursuant to that purpose: that's all the account which we can give, either of God's purpose of grace, or of any acts of grace pursuant to that purpose: d d dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi, av-d pp-f npg1 n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp d n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12873 And so I pass to the Second part of the Proposition. 2. Memb. That supposing this, There is no unrighteousness with God. And so I pass to the Second part of the Proposition. 2. Member That supposing this, There is no unrighteousness with God. cc av pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1. crd np1 cst vvg d, a-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1319 Page 625
12874 This is consistent with the holiness, justice, and goodness of God; and consonant to the Divine being and Nature. This is consistent with the holiness, Justice, and Goodness of God; and consonant to the Divine being and Nature. d vbz j p-acp dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; cc n1 p-acp dt j-jn n1 cc n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12875 It is exceedingly agreeing to the Nature of the Divine being, to be the first cause of all that is upon any account good; It is exceedingly agreeing to the Nature of the Divine being, to be the First cause of all that is upon any account good; pn31 vbz av-vvg vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, pc-acp vbi dt ord n1 pp-f d d vbz p-acp d n1 j; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12876 and in this sence it is true, eminently true, which our Lord telleth the Pharisee, There is none good but one, and that is God; and in this sense it is true, eminently true, which our Lord Telleth the Pharisee, There is none good but one, and that is God; cc p-acp d n1 pn31 vbz j, av-j j, r-crq po12 n1 vvz dt np1, a-acp vbz pix j cc-acp pi, cc d vbz np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12877 other things are derivatively good, he is Originally good: other things Are derivatively good, he is Originally good: j-jn n2 vbr av-j j, pns31 vbz av-j j: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12878 now I say it is but reasonable, that he who is the first being, should be owned the first cause of any good that is in the World; now I say it is but reasonable, that he who is the First being, should be owned the First cause of any good that is in the World; av pns11 vvb pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst pns31 r-crq vbz dt ord vbg, vmd vbi vvd dt ord n1 pp-f d j cst vbz p-acp dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12970 and translated out of this Kingdom of Sin, and Satan, into the Kingdom of the Lord Jesus. and translated out of this Kingdom of since, and Satan, into the Kingdom of the Lord jesus. cc vvn av pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, cc np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12879 all dispensations of Grace, being effluxes of goodness: he also must be the first cause of them; all dispensations of Grace, being Effluxes of Goodness: he also must be the First cause of them; d n2 pp-f n1, vbg n2 pp-f n1: pns31 av vmb vbi dt ord n1 pp-f pno32; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12880 and they could be originated in nothing but the Divine Will. 2. Besides, there is nothing more consonant to the Divine being, than to be the Soveraign Lord, and the sole cause of his own actions. and they could be originated in nothing but the Divine Will. 2. Beside, there is nothing more consonant to the Divine being, than to be the Sovereign Lord, and the sole cause of his own actions. cc pns32 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pix cc-acp dt j-jn n1. crd p-acp, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp dt j-jn vbg, cs p-acp vbb dt j-jn n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12881 God every where in holy writ, makes himself known to us under the notion of the Lord; God every where in holy writ, makes himself known to us under the notion of the Lord; np1 d c-crq p-acp j n1, vvz px31 vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12882 it is an impeachment of the Divine Soveraignty, to assert God originally not at perfect liberty, it is an impeachment of the Divine Sovereignty, to assert God originally not At perfect liberty, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp vvb np1 av-j xx p-acp j n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12883 as to his own Acts, to have mercy upon whom he will have mercy; and extend compassion, to whom he will extend compassion. as to his own Acts, to have mercy upon whom he will have mercy; and extend compassion, to whom he will extend compassion. c-acp p-acp po31 d n2, pc-acp vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1; cc vvb n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12884 God in Scripture is set out under the notion of a Potter, the Creature, under the notion of Clay: God in Scripture is Set out under the notion of a Potter, the Creature, under the notion of Clay: np1 p-acp n1 vbz vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12885 God shewed Jeremiah this, when he carried him down to the Potters house, Jer. 18. and shewed him the Potter at work; God showed Jeremiah this, when he carried him down to the Potters house, Jer. 18. and showed him the Potter At work; np1 vvd np1 d, c-crq pns31 vvd pno31 a-acp p-acp dt ng1 n1, np1 crd cc vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12886 making a Vessel of Clay, and when it was marred in his hand, making another Vessel as it seemed good unto him; making a Vessel of Clay, and when it was marred in his hand, making Another Vessel as it seemed good unto him; vvg dt n1 pp-f n1, cc c-crq pn31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, vvg j-jn n1 c-acp pn31 vvd j p-acp pno31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12887 then telling him, Ver. 6. O house of Israel! Cannot I do with you, as this Potter? Behold, then telling him, Ver. 6. Oh house of Israel! Cannot I do with you, as this Potter? Behold, av vvg pno31, np1 crd uh n1 pp-f np1! vmbx pns11 vdi p-acp pn22, c-acp d n1? vvb, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12888 as the Clay is in the Potters hand, so are you in my hand, O you house of Israel; as the Clay is in the Potters hand, so Are you in my hand, Oh you house of Israel; c-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1, av vbr pn22 p-acp po11 n1, uh pn22 n1 pp-f np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12889 which also (alluding to that Text) confirmeth, Rom. 9.21. Hath not the Potter power over the Clay of the same lump, to make one Vessel of honour, another of dishonour. which also (alluding to that Text) confirmeth, Rom. 9.21. Hath not the Potter power over the Clay of the same lump, to make one Vessel of honour, Another of dishonour. r-crq av (vvg p-acp d n1) vvz, np1 crd. vhz xx dt n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d n1, pc-acp vvi crd n1 pp-f n1, j-jn pp-f n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1320 Page 626
12890 2. Nor can this possibly be judged unrighteousness with God, for for then would God be in a lower capacity than his Creature; 2. Nor can this possibly be judged unrighteousness with God, for for then would God be in a lower capacity than his Creature; crd ccx vmb d av-j vbb vvn n1 p-acp np1, p-acp c-acp cs vmd np1 vbi p-acp dt jc n1 cs po31 n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12891 what man of us is there, who doth not think he hath a free, and absolute power, over his own acts of goodness, what man of us is there, who does not think he hath a free, and absolute power, over his own acts of Goodness, r-crq n1 pp-f pno12 vbz a-acp, r-crq vdz xx vvi pns31 vhz dt j, cc j n1, p-acp po31 d n2 pp-f n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12892 and mercy? To shew them to whom he pleaseth, and to withhold them from whom he pleaseth; and mercy? To show them to whom he Pleases, and to withhold them from whom he Pleases; cc n1? p-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12893 yet is there a vast difference betwixt the Creature, and the Creator in this point; for all Creatures are under the Law of their Creator; yet is there a vast difference betwixt the Creature, and the Creator in this point; for all Creatures Are under the Law of their Creator; av vbz pc-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1 p-acp d n1; p-acp d n2 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12894 they are things and persons under authority, and are not soveraign Lords of their own actions; they Are things and Persons under Authority, and Are not sovereign lords of their own actions; pns32 vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp n1, cc vbr xx j-jn n2 pp-f po32 d n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12895 yet which of us doth judg our selves accountable to our Neighbour, for an act of mercy; yet which of us does judge our selves accountable to our Neighbour, for an act of mercy; av r-crq pp-f pno12 vdz vvb po12 n2 j p-acp po12 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12896 now if there be no unrighteousness with man, in this case, if a man doth not think himself bound to give any account to his Neighbour, now if there be no unrighteousness with man, in this case, if a man does not think himself bound to give any account to his Neighbour, av cs pc-acp vbb dx n1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1, cs dt n1 vdz xx vvi px31 vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 626
12897 why he is more kind to one than to another? Why gives he a gift to one, which he giveth not to another? How is God unrighteous in such a discrimination? What if God willeth to shew mercy, why he is more kind to one than to Another? Why gives he a gift to one, which he gives not to Another? How is God unrighteous in such a discrimination? What if God wills to show mercy, c-crq pns31 vbz av-dc j p-acp crd cs p-acp j-jn? q-crq vvz pns31 dt n1 p-acp crd, r-crq pns31 vvz xx p-acp j-jn? q-crq vbz np1 j p-acp d dt n1? q-crq cs np1 vvz pc-acp vvi n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 627
13213 and that every mans destruction is of himself; and that every men destruction is of himself; cc cst d ng1 n1 vbz pp-f px31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
12898 and the riches of Divine Grace to one, & not to another? Though God in these motions, be free and unaccountable, and the riches of Divine Grace to one, & not to Another? Though God in these motions, be free and unaccountable, cc dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp crd, cc xx p-acp j-jn? cs np1 p-acp d n2, vbb j cc j, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 627
12899 yet he is also just and righteous; and the reason is, because he is neither bound, nor a debtor unto any. yet he is also just and righteous; and the reason is, Because he is neither bound, nor a debtor unto any. av pns31 vbz av j cc j; cc dt n1 vbz, c-acp pns31 vbz av-dx vvn, ccx dt n1 p-acp d. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 627
12900 But this is enough, to have spoken to the Explication, and Confirmation of this Proposition. For Application, But this is enough, to have spoken to the Explication, and Confirmation of this Proposition. For Application, p-acp d vbz av-d, pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f d n1. p-acp n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1321 Page 627
12901 Ʋse 1. In the first place: Ʋse 1. In the First place: j crd p-acp dt ord n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12902 We may learn from hence, what vain dreamers those are, that go about to find out another Fountain, for acts of Divine Grace; We may Learn from hence, what vain dreamers those Are, that go about to find out Another Fountain, for acts of Divine Grace; pns12 vmb vvi p-acp av, r-crq j n2 d vbr, cst vvb a-acp p-acp vvb av j-jn n1, c-acp n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12903 and seek a cause in man, for the Grace bestowed upon him. They say, the head of the great River Nilus, could never yet be found; and seek a cause in man, for the Grace bestowed upon him. They say, the head of the great River Nilus, could never yet be found; cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31. pns32 vvb, dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 np1, vmd av-x av vbi vvn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12904 It hath been sought for, and many have travelled possibly some thousands of miles, but yet it cannot be found. It hath been sought for, and many have traveled possibly Some thousands of miles, but yet it cannot be found. pn31 vhz vbn vvn p-acp, cc d vhb vvn av-j d crd pp-f n2, cc-acp av pn31 vmbx vbi vvn. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12905 But the head of Nilus will be found, before men will find any cause of Divine Love out of the Divine Will. But the head of Nilus will be found, before men will find any cause of Divine Love out of the Divine Will. p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vmb vbi vvn, c-acp n2 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 av pp-f dt j-jn n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12906 It speaketh a wonderful arrogance in men, to make God accountable for his acts of Divine Grace; It speaks a wondered arrogance in men, to make God accountable for his acts of Divine Grace; pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp n2, pc-acp vvi np1 j p-acp po31 n2 pp-f j-jn n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12907 what greater arrogance, and vanity can be imagined than this? When a poor Creature, will not himself be brought to an account, what greater arrogance, and vanity can be imagined than this? When a poor Creature, will not himself be brought to an account, r-crq jc n1, cc n1 vmb vbi vvn cs d? c-crq dt j n1, vmb xx px31 vbi vvn p-acp dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12908 why he gives one Begger mony, and not another; why he gives one Beggar money, and not Another; c-crq pns31 vvz crd n1 n1, cc xx j-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12909 or why he giveth to one Child a greater Portion, than another (though they both be the acknowledged fruit of his Body) that yet this Worm should dream, that God must be accountable to his reason, or why he gives to one Child a greater Portion, than Another (though they both be the acknowledged fruit of his Body) that yet this Worm should dream, that God must be accountable to his reason, cc c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp crd n1 dt jc n1, cs j-jn (cs pns32 d vbb dt vvn n1 pp-f po31 n1) cst av d n1 vmd vvi, cst np1 vmb vbi j p-acp po31 n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12910 why he sheweth mercy to this man, and not to another; when they are both the work of his hands. why he shows mercy to this man, and not to Another; when they Are both the work of his hands. c-crq pns31 vvz n1 p-acp d n1, cc xx p-acp j-jn; c-crq pns32 vbr d dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12911 It is certainly enough to say, He will have mercy, on whom he will have mercy; It is Certainly enough to say, He will have mercy, on whom he will have mercy; pn31 vbz av-j av-d pc-acp vvi, pns31 vmb vhi n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12912 and extend compassion, to whom he will extend compassion. and extend compassion, to whom he will extend compassion. cc vvb n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vvi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12913 What Pride, what Arrogance is this, not to allow to God whom we confess to be the supream, and most free agent; What Pride, what Arrogance is this, not to allow to God whom we confess to be the supreme, and most free agent; q-crq n1, r-crq n1 vbz d, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 ro-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vbi dt j, cc av-ds j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12914 the liberty which we will yet claim, and challenge for our selves? Nor is this more unreasonable pride, the liberty which we will yet claim, and challenge for our selves? Nor is this more unreasonable pride, dt n1 r-crq pns12 vmb av vvi, cc vvi p-acp po12 n2? ccx vbz d dc j n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12915 and arrogance, than it is folly and Vanity: It is searching for a bottom in an Abyss; and arrogance, than it is folly and Vanity: It is searching for a bottom in an Abyss; cc n1, cs pn31 vbz n1 cc n1: pn31 vbz vvg p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12916 searching for a cause Antecedent to the first cause. searching for a cause Antecedent to the First cause. vvg p-acp dt n1 n1 p-acp dt ord n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12917 God, they say, from all Eternity, foresaw that such, and such would believe, would obey, would incline their hearts to his Testimonies; God, they say, from all Eternity, foresaw that such, and such would believe, would obey, would incline their hearts to his Testimonies; np1, pns32 vvb, p-acp d n1, vvd cst d, cc d vmd vvi, vmd vvi, vmd vvi po32 n2 p-acp po31 n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12918 it must be then certain, that that they would do so; God could have no certain knowledg of that of which there was no certainty. it must be then certain, that that they would do so; God could have no certain knowledge of that of which there was no certainty. pn31 vmb vbi av j, cst d pns32 vmd vdi av; np1 vmd vhi dx j n1 pp-f d pp-f r-crq a-acp vbds dx n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12935 that if men will they may believe and be saved: and the ministration of the Spirit be little differing from the ministration of the Gospel, that if men will they may believe and be saved: and the ministration of the Spirit be little differing from the ministration of the Gospel, cst cs n2 vmb pns32 vmb vvi cc vbi vvn: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbb j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12919 Now I would fain understand, whence this certainty should be, otherwise than from the will of God, determining their wills to these certain good inclinations, more than the wills of others; Now I would fain understand, whence this certainty should be, otherwise than from the will of God, determining their wills to these certain good inclinations, more than the wills of Others; av pns11 vmd av-j vvi, c-crq d n1 vmd vbi, av cs p-acp dt vmb pp-f np1, vvg po32 n2 p-acp d j j n2, av-dc cs dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12920 all others have Souls, reasonable Souls as well as they; all Others have Souls, reasonable Souls as well as they; d n2-jn vhb n2, j n2 c-acp av c-acp pns32; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 627
12921 whence is it, that their Souls incline to that which is good, and the wills of others to that which is evil? Surely, to will, and to do, are both from God. whence is it, that their Souls incline to that which is good, and the wills of Others to that which is evil? Surely, to will, and to do, Are both from God. q-crq vbz pn31, cst po32 n2 vvi p-acp d r-crq vbz j, cc dt n2 pp-f n2-jn p-acp d r-crq vbz j-jn? np1, p-acp vmb, cc p-acp vdb, vbr av-d p-acp np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12922 Thus vain Man would be wise: when as he indeed is but like a wild Asses Colt: Thus vain Man would be wise: when as he indeed is but like a wild Asses Colt: av j n1 vmd vbi j: c-crq c-acp pns31 av vbz p-acp av-j dt j ng1 n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12923 Proud men torture themselves in vain, to find out a principle of good, and of life in themselves; Proud men torture themselves in vain, to find out a principle of good, and of life in themselves; j n2 vvb px32 p-acp j, pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f j, cc pp-f n1 p-acp px32; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12924 And how unreasonable a thing is it, to charge God with unrighteousness, upon this hypothesis? Shall a man be master of his own favours, who is yet a debtor to the Law of God, And how unreasonable a thing is it, to charge God with unrighteousness, upon this hypothesis? Shall a man be master of his own favours, who is yet a debtor to the Law of God, cc c-crq j dt n1 vbz pn31, p-acp n1 np1 p-acp n1, p-acp d n1? vmb dt n1 vbi n1 pp-f po31 d n2, r-crq vbz av dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12925 and under an obligation to do good to all, because God hath so commanded him; and under an obligation to do good to all, Because God hath so commanded him; cc p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vdi j p-acp d, c-acp np1 vhz av vvn pno31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12926 and shall not God, who cannot in any wise become a debtor to his Creature, farther than he is so made by his own Covenant and promise? Shall it be a reasonable thing for a Man to say, I will be kind to such a one, because I will; and shall not God, who cannot in any wise become a debtor to his Creature, farther than he is so made by his own Covenant and promise? Shall it be a reasonable thing for a Man to say, I will be kind to such a one, Because I will; cc vmb xx np1, r-crq vmbx p-acp d n1 vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, av-jc cs pns31 vbz av vvn p-acp po31 d n1 cc n1? vmb pn31 vbi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmb vbi j p-acp d dt pi, c-acp pns11 vmb; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12927 and doth he think he is not further to be accountable to his fellow Creature? And shall not the Soveraign Lord of Heaven and Earth say, I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, and does he think he is not further to be accountable to his fellow Creature? And shall not the Sovereign Lord of Heaven and Earth say, I will have mercy upon whom I will have mercy, cc vdz pns31 vvi pns31 vbz xx jc pc-acp vbi j p-acp po31 n1 n1? cc vmb xx dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 vvb, pns11 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vmb vhi n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12928 and because I will have mercy; but Man shall for it call him before the Tribunal of his own Reason. and Because I will have mercy; but Man shall for it call him before the Tribunal of his own Reason. cc c-acp pns11 vmb vhi n1; cc-acp n1 vmb p-acp pn31 vvb pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1322 Page 628
12929 Ʋse 2. In the second place, what reason have we who are made partakers of this mercy of God which bringeth salvation, to adore, admire, Ʋse 2. In the second place, what reason have we who Are made partakers of this mercy of God which brings salvation, to adore, admire, j crd p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq n1 vhb pns12 r-crq vbr vvn n2 pp-f d n1 pp-f np1 r-crq vvz n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12930 and be thankful to him for it? Now this concerneth either all of us in general, and be thankful to him for it? Now this concerns either all of us in general, cc vbi j p-acp pno31 c-acp pn31? av d vvz d d pp-f pno12 p-acp n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12931 or else some particular Souls. 1. Let us first consider this so far as it respecteth all of us: or Else Some particular Souls. 1. Let us First Consider this so Far as it respecteth all of us: cc av d j n2. crd vvb pno12 ord vvi d av av-j c-acp pn31 vvz d pp-f pno12: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12932 whosoever liveth within the pale of the Church, under the preaching of the Gospel, may see reason, 1. To adore and admire the goodness of God towards them. whosoever lives within the pale of the Church, under the preaching of the Gospel, may see reason, 1. To adore and admire the Goodness of God towards them. r-crq vvz p-acp dt j pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi n1, crd pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno32. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12933 2. To tremble and fear, lest we be found unprofitable under the means of grace. The Apostle propoundeth the question concerning the Jews, Rom. 3.1, 2. What advantage then hath the Jew above the Gentiles? Or what profit is there of Circumcision? He answereth, Much every way, because unto them are commited the Oracles of God. 2. To tremble and Fear, lest we be found unprofitable under the means of grace. The Apostle propoundeth the question Concerning the jews, Rom. 3.1, 2. What advantage then hath the Jew above the Gentiles? Or what profit is there of Circumcision? He Answers, Much every Way, Because unto them Are committed the Oracles of God. crd pc-acp vvi cc vvi, cs pns12 vbb vvn j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1. dt n1 vvz dt n1 vvg dt np2, np1 crd, crd q-crq n1 av vhz dt np1 p-acp dt n2-j? cc q-crq n1 vbz a-acp pp-f n1? pns31 vvz, d d n1, c-acp p-acp pno32 vbr vvn dt n2 pp-f np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12934 Whether the Gospel in the preaching of it be a sufficient means of Salvation, having such a constant operation of the Spirit attending it; Whither the Gospel in the preaching of it be a sufficient means of Salvation, having such a constant operation of the Spirit attending it; cs dt n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 vbb dt j n2 pp-f n1, vhg d dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vvg pn31; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12936 and inseparable, or at least never separated from it, though affirmed by some, may be justly doubted. and inseparable, or At least never separated from it, though affirmed by Some, may be justly doubted. cc j, cc p-acp ds av j-vvn p-acp pn31, cs vvn p-acp d, vmb vbi av-j vvn. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12937 But that it is a great and high means of Salvation, and there is no man living under the faithful and powerful preaching of it, But that it is a great and high means of Salvation, and there is no man living under the faithful and powerful preaching of it, p-acp cst pn31 vbz dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx n1 vvg p-acp dt j cc j vvg pp-f pn31, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12938 but if he misseth of Life and eternal happiness it will be his own fault; and the proximate cause of damnation will be in himself I do not doubt. but if he misses of Life and Eternal happiness it will be his own fault; and the proximate cause of damnation will be in himself I do not doubt. cc-acp cs pns31 vvz pp-f n1 cc j n1 pn31 vmb vbi po31 d n1; cc dt j n1 pp-f n1 vmb vbi p-acp px31 pns11 vdb xx vvi. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 628
12939 Now God hath not dealt thus with every Nation, O consider how many Nations, and People there are in the World, who never heard of Christ; Now God hath not dealt thus with every nation, Oh Consider how many nations, and People there Are in the World, who never herd of christ; av np1 vhz xx vvn av p-acp d n1, uh vvb c-crq d n2, cc n1 pc-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, r-crq av-x vvd pp-f np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12940 amongst whom, the joyful sound of the Gospel did never come; among whom, the joyful found of the Gospel did never come; p-acp ro-crq, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 vdd av-x vvi; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12941 People that sit in darkness, and in the shadow of death, whom the day-star from on high did never yet rise upon? Doth any say? But what good doth the Gospel, People that fit in darkness, and in the shadow of death, whom the daystar from on high did never yet rise upon? Does any say? But what good does the Gospel, n1 cst vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, ro-crq dt n1 p-acp p-acp j vdd av-x av vvi p-acp? vdz d vvi? p-acp r-crq j vdz dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12942 or how is the preaching of the Gospel such a mercy, if God doth not give unto them that are under the sound of it, effectual Grace; or how is the preaching of the Gospel such a mercy, if God does not give unto them that Are under the found of it, effectual Grace; cc q-crq vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1 d dt n1, cs np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12943 so as their hearts are changed upon the preaching of it, and they converted and eternally saved? I answer, The Apostle thought it a mercy, so as their hearts Are changed upon the preaching of it, and they converted and eternally saved? I answer, The Apostle Thought it a mercy, av c-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31, cc pns32 vvd cc av-j vvn? pns11 vvb, dt n1 vvd pn31 dt n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12944 and no small mercy, that the Jews had, the Oraeles of God committed to them, to them and not to other People; and no small mercy, that the jews had, the Oraeles of God committed to them, to them and not to other People; cc dx j n1, cst dt np2 vhd, dt np1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, p-acp pno32 cc xx p-acp j-jn n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12945 yet for all this it is most certain, That there were many amongst the Jews, who kept not the Laws, Statutes, and Ordinances of God; yet for all this it is most certain, That there were many among the jews, who kept not the Laws, Statutes, and Ordinances of God; av p-acp d d pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst a-acp vbdr d p-acp dt np2, r-crq vvd xx dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f np1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12946 the Jews might have said the same thing, yet Moses crieth out, Deut. 4.8. What Nation is there so great, who hath God so nigh unto them as the Lord your God is to you in all things? That hath Statutes and Judgments so righteous? Again (as I have oft told you) though I dare not say with some, That all men sitting under the sound of the Gospel, have a sufficiency of grace given them, that if they will, they may turn unto God and live; the jews might have said the same thing, yet Moses cries out, Deuteronomy 4.8. What nation is there so great, who hath God so High unto them as the Lord your God is to you in all things? That hath Statutes and Judgments so righteous? Again (as I have oft told you) though I Dare not say with Some, That all men sitting under the found of the Gospel, have a sufficiency of grace given them, that if they will, they may turn unto God and live; dt np2 vmd vhi vvn dt d n1, av np1 vvz av, np1 crd. q-crq n1 vbz a-acp av j, r-crq vhz np1 av av-j p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 po22 n1 vbz p-acp pn22 p-acp d n2? cst vhz n2 cc n2 av j? av (c-acp pns11 vhb av vvn pn22) cs pns11 vvb xx vvi p-acp d, cst d n2 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno32, cst cs pns32 vmb, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp np1 cc vvi; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12947 yet I do think that there is such a sufficiency of Light, and means, that if men will do what in them lies, God will not be wanting to them in his effectual Grace; yet I do think that there is such a sufficiency of Light, and means, that if men will do what in them lies, God will not be wanting to them in his effectual Grace; av pns11 vdb vvi cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2, cst cs n2 vmb vdi r-crq p-acp pno32 vvz, np1 vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp pno32 p-acp po31 j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12948 Men shall never have this to say: Lord, I did what was in my power to do, I would have repented, believed, Men shall never have this to say: Lord, I did what was in my power to do, I would have repented, believed, n2 vmb av-x vhi d pc-acp vvi: n1, pns11 vdd q-crq vbds p-acp po11 n1 pc-acp vdi, pns11 vmd vhi vvn, vvn, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12949 but thou deniedst me that Grace which was necessary to it. Now herein appeareth the greatness of the Grace of the Gospel. but thou deniedest me that Grace which was necessary to it. Now herein appears the greatness of the Grace of the Gospel. cc-acp pns21 vvd2 pno11 d n1 r-crq vbds j p-acp pn31. av av vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12950 The Heathen walk in darkness, and in the shadow of Death; they have not a sufficient Light to guide their feet into the way of Peace. The Heathen walk in darkness, and in the shadow of Death; they have not a sufficient Light to guide their feet into the Way of Peace. dt j-jn n1 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; pns32 vhb xx dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12951 But where the Gospel is Preached, there a great Light shineth, a Light sufficient to direct men into the way of Life. But, But where the Gospel is Preached, there a great Light shines, a Light sufficient to Direct men into the Way of Life. But, p-acp c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, a-acp dt j n1 vvz, dt j j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. p-acp, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1323 Page 629
12952 2. This looketh dreadfully upon all those who wilfully shut their eyes against Gospel-light, and stop their Ears against this joyful sound. 2. This looks dreadfully upon all those who wilfully shut their eyes against Gospel light, and stop their Ears against this joyful found. crd np1 vvz av-j p-acp d d r-crq av-j vvd po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi po32 n2 p-acp d j n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 629
12953 This (saith our Saviour) is the condemnation, that when Light is come into the World, men love Darkness more than Light, because their deeds are evil. This (Says our Saviour) is the condemnation, that when Light is come into the World, men love Darkness more than Light, Because their Deeds Are evil. np1 (vvz po12 n1) vbz dt n1, cst c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n2 vvb n1 av-dc cs n1, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j-jn. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 629
12954 Matth. 11. Our Saviour upbraideth the Cities where his mighty works had been done, and his Gospel preached. Matthew 11. Our Saviour upbraideth the Cities where his mighty works had been done, and his Gospel preached. np1 crd po12 n1 vvz dt n2 c-crq po31 j n2 vhd vbn vdn, cc po31 n1 vvd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 629
12955 Capernaum and Bethsaida, he saith, they had been lifted up to Heaven, but they should be thrown down into Hell: Capernaum and Bethsaida, he Says, they had been lifted up to Heaven, but they should be thrown down into Hell: np1 cc np1, pns31 vvz, pns32 vhd vbn vvn a-acp p-acp n1, p-acp pns32 vmd vbi vvn a-acp p-acp n1: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 629
12956 that it should be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah, yea for Tyre and Sydon in the day of judgment, than for them; that it should be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah, yea for Tyre and Sidon in the day of judgement, than for them; cst pn31 vmd vbi av-dc j p-acp np1 cc np1, uh p-acp n1 cc np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp pno32; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12957 when the Gospel hath been long in a place, faithfully preached, it is much to be feared, that God hath had mercy in that place, upon as many Souls of that Age, as he will have mercy. when the Gospel hath been long in a place, faithfully preached, it is much to be feared, that God hath had mercy in that place, upon as many Souls of that Age, as he will have mercy. c-crq dt n1 vhz vbn av-j p-acp dt n1, av-j vvn, pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst np1 vhz vhn n1 p-acp d n1, p-acp c-acp d n2 pp-f d n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12958 But this is but a Digression, we have reason to adore God for his free mercy to us in giving us the Gospel, the faithful and powerful preaching under the Gospel, many may and do perish, But this is but a Digression, we have reason to adore God for his free mercy to us in giving us the Gospel, the faithful and powerful preaching under the Gospel, many may and do perish, p-acp d vbz p-acp dt n1, pns12 vhb n1 p-acp vvb np1 p-acp po31 j n1 p-acp pno12 p-acp vvg pno12 dt n1, dt j cc j vvg p-acp dt n1, d vmb cc vdb vvi, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12959 but where the Gospel comes not, there is no hope. but where the Gospel comes not, there is no hope. cc-acp c-crq dt n1 vvz xx, pc-acp vbz dx n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12960 Now whence is it, that the rain of the Gospel falleth upon one City, not upon another? Upon one Country, not upon another? That some Nations have not so much as the sound of it, the feet of them which bring the glad tidings of Peace, come not amongst them: Now whence is it, that the rain of the Gospel falls upon one city, not upon Another? Upon one Country, not upon Another? That Some nations have not so much as the found of it, the feet of them which bring the glad tidings of Peace, come not among them: av q-crq vbz pn31, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp crd n1, xx p-acp j-jn? p-acp crd n1, xx p-acp j-jn? cst d n2 vhb xx av av-d c-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vvb dt j n2 pp-f n1, vvb xx p-acp pno32: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12961 and in the same Nation where the Gospel is preached, some have a sound, and little more: and in the same nation where the Gospel is preached, Some have a found, and little more: cc p-acp dt d n1 c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, d vhb dt n1, cc av-j av-dc: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12962 Preachers in some places, in stead of preaching the Gospel, Preach human Philosophy; or the lusts of their own hearts. Preachers in Some places, in stead of preaching the Gospel, Preach human Philosophy; or the Lustiest of their own hearts. n2 p-acp d n2, p-acp n1 pp-f vvg dt n1, vvb j n1; cc dt n2 pp-f po32 d n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12963 In other places the Word of God is preached faithfully, and powerfully; so that the Kingdom of Heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force; In other places the Word of God is preached faithfully, and powerfully; so that the Kingdom of Heaven suffers violence, and the violent take it by force; p-acp j-jn n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn av-j, cc av-j; av cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vvz n1, cc dt j vvi pn31 p-acp n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12964 Men are compelled to come in. This difference, in the external ministration (which let me tell you, hath no small influence upon the eternal concern, and interest of men; Men Are compelled to come in. This difference, in the external ministration (which let me tell you, hath no small influence upon the Eternal concern, and Interest of men; n2 vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp. d n1, p-acp dt j n1 (r-crq vvb pno11 vvi pn22, vhz dx j n1 p-acp dt j vvi, cc n1 pp-f n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12965 for God doth not ordinarily work by way of miracle, and heal the eyes of the blind, with Clay, and Spittle ) is fountain'd only in the free-will, and Grace of God. for God does not ordinarily work by Way of miracle, and heal the eyes of the blind, with Clay, and Spittle) is fountained only in the freewill, and Grace of God. p-acp np1 vdz xx av-j vvi p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j, p-acp n1, cc n1) vbz vvn av-j p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1324 Page 630
12966 Ʋse 2. But I trust I speak to some, who have tasted further of the mercy and Grace of God, than receiving the general Dispensation of the Gospel with their outward ears. Ʋse 2. But I trust I speak to Some, who have tasted further of the mercy and Grace of God, than receiving the general Dispensation of the Gospel with their outward ears. j crd p-acp pns11 vvb pns11 vvb p-acp d, r-crq vhb vvn av-jc pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, cs vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp po32 j n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12967 God hath by his holy Spirit, upon the preaching of the Gospel, effectually moved their hearts, God hath by his holy Spirit, upon the preaching of the Gospel, effectually moved their hearts, np1 vhz p-acp po31 j n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, av-j vvn po32 n2, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12968 and conquered their Souls into a subjection to Christ. and conquered their Souls into a subjection to christ. cc vvd po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12969 They have embraced the Lord Jesus Christ, by a Gospel-faith; they are brought by a mighty hand out of darkness, into marvelous Light; They have embraced the Lord jesus christ, by a Gospel faith; they Are brought by a mighty hand out of darkness, into marvelous Light; pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 np1 np1, p-acp dt n1; pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1 av pp-f n1, p-acp j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12971 I have this day been discovering to you, the Fountain of this Grace; of which God hath made you partakers: I have this day been discovering to you, the Fountain of this Grace; of which God hath made you partakers: pns11 vhb d n1 vbn vvg p-acp pn22, dt n1 pp-f d n1; pp-f r-crq np1 vhz vvn pn22 n2: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12972 you have heard that it is the will of God only, which hath distinguished betwixt you and others; you have herd that it is the will of God only, which hath distinguished betwixt you and Others; pn22 vhb vvn cst pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av-j, r-crq vhz vvn p-acp pn22 cc ng2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12973 It is not because you were more nobly born than others: nor because you were more rich, more honourable, or by nature better complexioned than others; It is not Because you were more nobly born than Others: nor Because you were more rich, more honourable, or by nature better complexioned than Others; pn31 vbz xx c-acp pn22 vbdr av-dc av-j vvn cs n2-jn: cc c-acp pn22 vbdr av-dc j, av-dc j, cc p-acp n1 jc j cs n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12974 God saw no more goodness in your natures, than in the natures of others, you were all the same flesh; God saw no more Goodness in your nature's, than in the nature's of Others, you were all the same Flesh; np1 vvd dx dc n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, pn22 vbdr d dt d n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12975 he infused into all Souls of the same nature, and species; he infused into all Souls of the same nature, and species; pns31 vvd p-acp d n2 pp-f dt d n1, cc n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 630
12976 only he hath willed rather to shew mercy unto your Souls, than to the Souls of others, only he hath willed rather to show mercy unto your Souls, than to the Souls of Others, av-j pns31 vhz vvn av-c pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po22 n2, cs p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 631
12977 because he hath set his love upon you. There are three duties that hence lie very obvious. Because he hath Set his love upon you. There Are three duties that hence lie very obvious. c-acp pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn22. pc-acp vbr crd n2 cst av vvb av j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1325 Page 631
12978 1. The First is, Praise, Thankfulness and Admiration. Certainly, every such Soul, stands highly obliged with the Psalmist to cry out: 1. The First is, Praise, Thankfulness and Admiration. Certainly, every such Soul, Stands highly obliged with the Psalmist to cry out: crd dt ord vbz, vvb, n1 cc n1. av-j, d d n1, vvz av-j vvn p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi av: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12979 Bless the Lord, O my Soul, and all that is within me, bless his Holy Name. Bless the Lord, Oh my Soul, and all that is within me, bless his Holy Name. vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11, vvb po31 j n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12980 Bless the Lord, O my Soul, and forget not all his benefits. Bless the Lord, Oh my Soul, and forget not all his benefits. np1 dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc vvb xx d po31 n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12981 If free Grace will not affect our hearts, and fill our mouths with a new Song, nothing will. If free Grace will not affect our hearts, and fill our mouths with a new Song, nothing will. cs j n1 vmb xx vvi po12 n2, cc vvb po12 n2 p-acp dt j n1, pix vmb. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12982 It must certainly be an amazing consideration, for a Soul to sit down and think; I was in the same mass, and lump of lost man-kind, that others are; It must Certainly be an amazing consideration, for a Soul to fit down and think; I was in the same mass, and lump of lost mankind, that Others Are; pn31 vmb av-j vbi dt j-vvg n1, p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi; pns11 vbds p-acp dt d n1, cc n1 pp-f j-vvn n1, cst n2-jn vbr; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12983 I was by Nature a Child of wrath, as much as any; my Childhood and Youth were Vanity, as much as any others; I was by Nature a Child of wrath, as much as any; my Childhood and Youth were Vanity, as much as any Others; pns11 vbds p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp d c-acp d; po11 n1 cc n1 vbdr n1, c-acp d c-acp d n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12984 I was grinding at the same Mill, it may be in actual sins, I outstripped many others: I was grinding At the same Mill, it may be in actual Sins, I outstripped many Others: pns11 vbds vvg p-acp dt d n1, pn31 vmb vbi p-acp j n2, pns11 vvn d n2-jn: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12985 Now that the Lord should look upon me, and pluck me as a brand out of the Fire; Now that the Lord should look upon me, and pluck me as a brand out of the Fire; av cst dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp pno11, cc vvb pno11 p-acp dt n1 av pp-f dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12986 that God should open my eyes, and change my heart: What did God see in me? Possibly, my more external circumstances, were far less, that God should open my eyes, and change my heart: What did God see in me? Possibly, my more external Circumstances, were Far less, cst np1 vmd vvi po11 n2, cc vvi po11 n1: q-crq vdd np1 vvi p-acp pno11? av-j, po11 n1 j n2, vbdr av-j av-dc, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12987 and more unvaluable, than those of thousands of others; my House was of small account, and little esteem; and more unvaluable, than those of thousands of Others; my House was of small account, and little esteem; cc av-dc j, cs d pp-f crd pp-f n2-jn; po11 n1 vbds pp-f j n1, cc j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12988 there are many more great, and noble, more wise, and prudent than I am; there Are many more great, and noble, more wise, and prudent than I am; pc-acp vbr av-d av-dc j, cc j, av-dc j, cc j cs pns11 vbm; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12989 many, who in all appearance, so far as man can judg, might have been more serviceable to God than I am, many, who in all appearance, so Far as man can judge, might have been more serviceable to God than I am, d, r-crq p-acp d n1, av av-j c-acp n1 vmb n1, vmd vhi vbn av-dc j p-acp np1 cs pns11 vbm, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12990 or am ever like to be: now that the Lord should pass them over, and shew mercy to me; or am ever like to be: now that the Lord should pass them over, and show mercy to me; cc vbm av av-j pc-acp vbi: av cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 a-acp, cc vvi n1 p-acp pno11; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12991 certainly, no Soul can seriously think of these things, but must be ravished with the apprehensions of the inaccountable love of God in these things; Certainly, no Soul can seriously think of these things, but must be ravished with the apprehensions of the inaccountable love of God in these things; av-j, dx n1 vmb av-j vvi pp-f d n2, cc-acp vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12992 and say, What shall I render unto thee, O Lard, what shall I render unto thee? and say, What shall I render unto thee, Oh Lard, what shall I render unto thee? cc vvb, q-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno21, uh n1, r-crq vmb pns11 vvi p-acp pno21? (52) sermon (DIV3) 1326 Page 631
12993 2. This notion of Gods Soveraignty, freedom, and inaccountbleness in the dispensations of his Grace, should teach every Soul that hath been, 2. This notion of God's Sovereignty, freedom, and inaccountbleness in the dispensations of his Grace, should teach every Soul that hath been, crd d n1 pp-f npg1 n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vmd vvi d n1 cst vhz vbn, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12994 or shall be made a partaker of it, the great lesson of humility. The Apostle, Rom. 3.27. giveth this as the reason, why God hath setled the justification of a Sinner, upon a bottom of free Grace; or shall be made a partaker of it, the great Lesson of humility. The Apostle, Rom. 3.27. gives this as the reason, why God hath settled the justification of a Sinner, upon a bottom of free Grace; cc vmb vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f pn31, dt j n1 pp-f n1. dt n1, np1 crd. vvz d p-acp dt n1, c-crq np1 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12995 and hath excluded works, that he might also exclude boasting; and teach those who glory, to glory in the Lord; and hath excluded works, that he might also exclude boasting; and teach those who glory, to glory in the Lord; cc vhz vvn n2, cst pns31 vmd av vvi vvg; cc vvb d r-crq n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12996 upon this Argument, the Apostle exhorteth the Gentiles, not to boast against the Jews, Rom. 11.22. Behold the goodness, and the severity of God (saith he) to those who abide in their unbelief, severity; upon this Argument, the Apostle exhorteth the Gentiles, not to boast against the jews, Rom. 11.22. Behold the Goodness, and the severity of God (Says he) to those who abide in their unbelief, severity; p-acp d n1, dt n1 vvz dt n2-j, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np2, np1 crd. vvb dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 (vvz pns31) p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n1, n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12997 to thee, goodness. Pride is a sinful habit, disposing the Soul to swell in the opinion of some excellency in it self; to thee, Goodness. Pride is a sinful habit, disposing the Soul to swell in the opinion of Some excellency in it self; p-acp pno21, n1. n1 vbz dt j n1, vvg dt n1 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31 n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12998 and a little thing will swell our corrupt hearts. and a little thing will swell our corrupt hearts. cc dt j n1 vmb vvi po12 j n2. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 631
12999 The Apostle propoundeth this very consideration, as a cure for that tumour in the Souls of Christians, 1 Cor. 4.7. The Apostle propoundeth this very consideration, as a cure for that tumour in the Souls of Christians, 1 Cor. 4.7. dt n1 vvz d j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, crd np1 crd. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13000 For who maketh thee to differ from another? And what hast thou which thou didst not receive? Now if thou didst receive it, For who makes thee to differ from Another? And what hast thou which thou didst not receive? Now if thou didst receive it, p-acp r-crq vvz pno21 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-jn? cc q-crq vh2 pns21 r-crq pns21 vdd2 xx vvi? av cs pns21 vdd2 vvi pn31, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13001 why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it? It is nothing but the will of God, that hath made a difference betwixt thee, and the vilest Sinner breathing; why dost thou glory, as if thou Hadst not received it? It is nothing but the will of God, that hath made a difference betwixt thee, and the Vilest Sinner breathing; q-crq vd2 pns21 vvi, c-acp cs pns21 vhd2 xx vvn pn31? pn31 vbz pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cst vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp pno21, cc dt js n1 vvg; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13002 betwixt thee and the most filthy Drunkard, the most furious Persecutor, &c. It was not for any worth, any goodness, betwixt thee and the most filthy Drunkard, the most furious Persecutor, etc. It was not for any worth, any Goodness, p-acp pno21 cc dt av-ds j n1, dt av-ds j n1, av pn31 vbds xx p-acp d n1, d n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13003 or holiness which the Lord saw in thee; but of his meer free will, and Grace; or holiness which the Lord saw in thee; but of his mere free will, and Grace; cc n1 r-crq dt n1 vvd p-acp pno21; cc-acp pp-f po31 j j n1, cc n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13004 God hath shewed mercy to thy Soul, what hast thou now of thy own to boast, God hath showed mercy to thy Soul, what hast thou now of thy own to boast, np1 vhz vvn n1 p-acp po21 n1, q-crq vh2 pns21 av pp-f po21 d p-acp n1, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13005 or glory in? Thou hast indeed reason to glory, and to make thy boast in the Lord; or glory in? Thou hast indeed reason to glory, and to make thy boast in the Lord; cc n1 p-acp? pns21 vh2 av n1 p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi po21 n1 p-acp dt n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13006 and to bless God for what he hath done for thy Soul, more than for a thousand others; and to bless God for what he hath done for thy Soul, more than for a thousand Others; cc pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vdn p-acp po21 n1, av-dc cs p-acp dt crd n2-jn; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13007 but there is no thanks to thee, his will, his own will, was the fountain of his Grace extended to thee. but there is no thanks to thee, his will, his own will, was the fountain of his Grace extended to thee. cc-acp pc-acp vbz dx n2 p-acp pno21, po31 n1, po31 d n1, vbds dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno21. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13008 God hath had mercy upon thy Soul, only because he would have mercy. O therefore be not high-minded, but fear, and walk humbly before God. God hath had mercy upon thy Soul, only Because he would have mercy. O Therefore be not High-minded, but Fear, and walk humbly before God. np1 vhz vhn n1 p-acp po21 n1, av-j c-acp pns31 vmd vhi n1. sy av vbb xx j, cc-acp vvb, cc vvi av-j p-acp np1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1327 Page 632
13009 3. Lastly, this calleth upon all of you who have tasted of this free and unaccountable Grace, to live a distinguishing life and conversation. There is a Generation that fancyeth that the Doctrine of Free-Grace, opens a door to Liberty. 3. Lastly, this calls upon all of you who have tasted of this free and unaccountable Grace, to live a distinguishing life and Conversation. There is a Generation that fancyeth that the Doctrine of Free-Grace, Opens a door to Liberty. crd ord, d vvz p-acp d pp-f pn22 r-crq vhb vvn pp-f d j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi dt vvg n1 cc n1. pc-acp vbz dt n1 cst vvz cst dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz dt n1 p-acp n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13010 It is but the old Cavil, in Saint Pauls time, there were those that thus accused the Doctrine of Free-Grace, as if it gave men a liberty to go on in sin; It is but the old Cavil, in Saint Paul's time, there were those that thus accused the Doctrine of Free-Grace, as if it gave men a liberty to go on in since; pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 npg1 n1, pc-acp vbdr d cst av vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp cs pn31 vvd n2 dt n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp n1; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13011 as appeareth by the Apostles anticipation of that Cavil, Rom. 6.1. What, saith he, shall we then continue in sin, that Grace may abound? God forbid: as appears by the Apostles anticipation of that Cavil, Rom. 6.1. What, Says he, shall we then continue in since, that Grace may abound? God forbid: c-acp vvz p-acp dt n2 n1 pp-f d n1, np1 crd. q-crq, vvz pns31, vmb pns12 av vvi p-acp n1, cst n1 vmb vvi? np1 vvb: (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13012 and so he goeth on, shewing that any such conclusion from his principles was unreasonable. and so he Goes on, showing that any such conclusion from his principles was unreasonable. cc av pns31 vvz a-acp, vvg cst d d n1 p-acp po31 n2 vbds j. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13013 How shall we (saith the Apostle) who are dead unto sin, live any longer therein? Special distinguishing, Free-Grace both deadneth the Soul to Sin, and inflameth the Soul with a love to God, who hath made the Soul to differ; How shall we (Says the Apostle) who Are dead unto since, live any longer therein? Special distinguishing, Free-Grace both deadneth the Soul to since, and inflames the Soul with a love to God, who hath made the Soul to differ; q-crq vmb pns12 (vvz dt n1) q-crq vbr j p-acp n1, vvb d av-jc av? j vvg, n1 d vvz dt n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vhz vvn dt n1 pc-acp vvi; (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13014 so as that Soul cannot live as other men, the love of God constraineth him, he must apprehend himself obliged to do more for God than others, so as that Soul cannot live as other men, the love of God constrains him, he must apprehend himself obliged to do more for God than Others, av c-acp d n1 vmbx vvi p-acp j-jn n2, dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno31, pns31 vmb vvi px31 vvn pc-acp vdi av-dc p-acp np1 cs n2-jn, (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13015 because God hath shewen more mercy to him than unto others; and that meerly because he would shew mercy. Because God hath shown more mercy to him than unto Others; and that merely Because he would show mercy. c-acp np1 vhz vvn dc n1 p-acp pno31 cs p-acp n2-jn; cc cst av-j c-acp pns31 vmd vvi n1. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13016 What can possibly be imagined to have a greater, and lay an higher obligation upon the Soul, to all manner of holiness in conversation, to perfect holiness in the fear of the Lord, as the Apostle speaketh. What can possibly be imagined to have a greater, and lay an higher obligation upon the Soul, to all manner of holiness in Conversation, to perfect holiness in the Fear of the Lord, as the Apostle speaks. q-crq vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dt jc, cc vvd dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1, p-acp j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz. (52) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 632
13017 SERMON L. Hosea XIII. 9. O Israel, thou hast destroyed thy self, but in me is thy help. SERMON L. Hosea XIII. 9. Oh Israel, thou hast destroyed thy self, but in me is thy help. n1 np1 np1 np1. crd uh np1, pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1, cc-acp p-acp pno11 vbz po21 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1328 Page 633
13018 I Am now come to the second general Proposition, which I promised you to discourse upon a little. I Am now come to the second general Proposition, which I promised you to discourse upon a little. pns11 vbm av vvn p-acp dt ord n1 n1, r-crq pns11 vvd pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1329 Page 633
13019 In my last exercise, I discoursed to you of the Fountain of Life and Grace, which we found to be the free-will of God: In my last exercise, I discoursed to you of the Fountain of Life and Grace, which we found to be the freewill of God: p-acp po11 ord n1, pns11 vvd p-acp pn22 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq pns12 vvd pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1329 Page 633
13020 There is no other account to be given of Gods shewing mercy, but because he will shew mercy, which is most certainly true, There is no other account to be given of God's showing mercy, but Because he will show mercy, which is most Certainly true, pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f ng1 vvg n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1, r-crq vbz av-ds av-j j, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1329 Page 633
13021 as of Gods eternal acts of Grace, so of his Acts of Providence, as to the dispensation of his first Grace. The next Proposition I mentioned was this, as of God's Eternal acts of Grace, so of his Acts of Providence, as to the Dispensation of his First Grace. The next Proposition I mentioned was this, c-acp pp-f npg1 j n2 pp-f n1, av pp-f po31 n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 ord n1. dt ord n1 pns11 vvd vbds d, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1329 Page 633
13022 2. Prop. That God in his providential Dispensations of punishment never acteth by meer Prerogative, but according to the demerit of his Creatures. 2. Prop. That God in his providential Dispensations of punishment never Acts by mere Prerogative, but according to the demerit of his Creatures. crd np1 cst np1 p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f n1 av-x vvz p-acp j n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13023 In his Dispensations of Grace, and the means of it, he acteth meerly from his own Will: In his Dispensations of Grace, and the means of it, he Acts merely from his own Will: p-acp po31 n2 pp-f n1, cc dt n2 pp-f pn31, pns31 vvz av-j p-acp po31 d n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13024 he will have mercy upon whom he will have mercy; he will have mercy upon whom he will have mercy; pns31 vmb vhi n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb vhi n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13025 and there is no other account to be given of those Dispensations, he sendeth the Gospel to this place, rather than another, because he will send it; and there is no other account to be given of those Dispensations, he sends the Gospel to this place, rather than Another, Because he will send it; cc pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f d n2, pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp d n1, av-c cs n-jn, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13026 he changeth this Man or Womans heart, and turneth it to himself, because he will shew mercy: he changes this Man or Woman's heart, and turns it to himself, Because he will show mercy: pns31 vvz d n1 cc ng1 n1, cc vvz pn31 pc-acp px31, c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13027 But the case is otherwise in his penal Dispensations; there God acteth not upon Prerogative. God there hath a Prerogative; But the case is otherwise in his penal Dispensations; there God Acts not upon Prerogative. God there hath a Prerogative; cc-acp dt n1 vbz av p-acp po31 j n2; a-acp np1 vvz xx p-acp n1. np1 a-acp vhz dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13028 for may not the Potter do what he will with his Clay? But it is one thing to have Jus absolutum, an absolute right, for may not the Potter do what he will with his Clay? But it is one thing to have Jus Absolute, an absolute right, p-acp vmb xx dt n1 vdb r-crq pns31 vmb p-acp po31 n1? p-acp pn31 vbz crd n1 pc-acp vhi fw-la fw-la, dt j n-jn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13029 and power which we must claim for God, so long as we know him to have an absolute right, and power which we must claim for God, so long as we know him to have an absolute right, cc n1 r-crq pns12 vmb vvi p-acp np1, av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pno31 pc-acp vhi dt j n-jn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13030 and Soveraignty over the works of his hands; 'tis another thing for God agere secundum jus absolutum, to act according to his Soveraignty, and absolute power: and Sovereignty over the works of his hands; it's Another thing for God agere secundum jus Absolute, to act according to his Sovereignty, and absolute power: cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2; pn31|vbz j-jn n1 p-acp np1 fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, pc-acp vvi vvg p-acp po31 n1, cc j n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 633
13031 this we say God doth not. I pray observe: I restrain my Discourse, to Gods Dispensations of actual Providence: this we say God does not. I pray observe: I restrain my Discourse, to God's Dispensations of actual Providence: d pns12 vvb np1 vdz xx. pns11 vvb vvi: pns11 vvb po11 n1, p-acp ng1 n2 pp-f j n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13032 I shall not meddle with the eternal Councils of God in this case, that is quite beyond my Subject propounded. I shall not meddle with the Eternal Councils of God in this case, that is quite beyond my Subject propounded. pns11 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, cst vbz av p-acp po11 n-jn vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13033 It is unquestionable, that the punishments of Sinners, both in this Life, and that which is to come, It is unquestionable, that the punishments of Sinners, both in this Life, and that which is to come, pn31 vbz j, cst dt n2 pp-f n2, av-d p-acp d n1, cc cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vvi, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13034 as well as the other great issues of his Providence, concerning the rewards of righteous men, were set in order by an Eternal deliberation; as well as the other great issues of his Providence, Concerning the rewards of righteous men, were Set in order by an Eternal deliberation; c-acp av c-acp dt j-jn j n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvg dt n2 pp-f j n2, vbdr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13035 but whether by a meer negative, or positive Decree; whether upon consideration of sin, or no, are points I am not at all concerned to interest my self in; but whither by a mere negative, or positive decree; whither upon consideration of since, or no, Are points I am not At all concerned to Interest my self in; cc-acp cs p-acp dt j j-jn, cc j n1; cs p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cc uh-dx, vbr n2 pns11 vbm xx p-acp d vvd p-acp n1 po11 n1 p-acp; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13036 having all along restrained my discourse to the motions of Actual Providence: and certain it is, that God in those Dispensations, doth punish none either here, having all along restrained my discourse to the motions of Actual Providence: and certain it is, that God in those Dispensations, does Punish none either Here, vhg d p-acp vvn po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1: cc j pn31 vbz, cst np1 p-acp d n2, vdz vvi pix d av, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13037 or hereafter, meerly because he will, but upon consideration of Sinners demerits. Shewing mercy, is an Act of Grace; punishments, are Acts of Justice. or hereafter, merely Because he will, but upon consideration of Sinners demerits. Showing mercy, is an Act of Grace; punishments, Are Acts of justice. cc av, av-j c-acp pns31 vmb, cc-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n2 n2. vvg n1, vbz dt n1 pp-f n1; n2, vbr n2 pp-f n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13038 The gift of God, NONLATINALPHABET, is Eternal Life, that is a guift; and what is freer than gift? But the Wages of Sin, is Death; The gift of God,, is Eternal Life, that is a gift; and what is freer than gift? But the Wages of since, is Death; dt n1 pp-f np1,, vbz j n1, cst vbz dt n1; cc q-crq vbz jc cs n1? p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, vbz n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13039 NONLATINALPHABET, a Man must earn Death, before he hath it from the hand of a merciful God: , a Man must earn Death, before he hath it from the hand of a merciful God: , dt n1 vmb vvi n1, c-acp pns31 vhz pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13040 but Eternal Life must be given him, if ever it be his Portion; so saith my Text. O Israel thou hast destroyed thy self: but Eternal Life must be given him, if ever it be his Portion; so Says my Text. Oh Israel thou hast destroyed thy self: cc-acp j n1 vmb vbi vvn pno31, cs av pn31 vbi po31 n1; av vvz po11 np1 uh np1 pns21 vh2 vvn po21 n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13041 I will open this in two or three conclusions. 1. I understand it of all kind of destructions: I will open this in two or three conclusions. 1. I understand it of all kind of destructions: pns11 vmb vvi d p-acp crd cc crd n2. crd pns11 vvb pn31 pp-f d n1 pp-f n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1330 Page 634
13042 possibly, the Text may chiefly relate to temporal destructions, 'tis Ephraim to whom the Prophet is speaking; possibly, the Text may chiefly relate to temporal destructions, it's Ephraim to whom the Prophet is speaking; av-j, dt n1 vmb av-jn vvi p-acp j n2, pn31|vbz np1 p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvg; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13043 and it is about a bodily destruction: and it is about a bodily destruction: cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13044 but the Conclusion is general, and the Text is well enough applyed by Divines, to Eternal destruction; but the Conclusion is general, and the Text is well enough applied by Divines, to Eternal destruction; cc-acp dt n1 vbz j, cc dt n1 vbz av av-d vvd p-acp n2-jn, p-acp j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13045 all destructions, whether of Body, or Soul, are of our selves; all destructions, whither of Body, or Soul, Are of our selves; d n2, cs pp-f n1, cc n1, vbr pp-f po12 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13046 yea, I take the Aphonimy of the Text, to be more eminently true, of the destruction of the Soul, yea, I take the Aphonimy of the Text, to be more eminently true, of the destruction of the Soul, uh, pns11 vvb dt np1 pp-f dt n1, pc-acp vbi av-dc av-j j, pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13047 than of the destruction of the Body. than of the destruction of the Body. cs pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13048 A Child may dye for the sins of the Parents, Subjects may dye for the sin of their Prince; A Child may die for the Sins of the Parents, Subject's may die for the since of their Prince; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2, n2-jn vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13049 as in the case of Saul 's Children, that were hanged in David 's time, as in the case of Saul is Children, that were hanged in David is time, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n2, cst vbdr vvn p-acp np1 vbz n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13361 and as many as have sinned in the Law, shall be judged by the Law. and as many as have sinned in the Law, shall be judged by the Law. cc c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13050 and in the case of those many thousands, which in David 's time were cut off for his sin in numbring of the People. and in the case of those many thousands, which in David is time were Cut off for his since in numbering of the People. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f d d crd, r-crq p-acp np1 vbz n1 vbdr vvn a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp vvg pp-f dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13051 The Children of God may be involved in a common destruction, and suffer as they are a part of a sinful Nation; The Children of God may be involved in a Common destruction, and suffer as they Are a part of a sinful nation; dt n2 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vvi c-acp pns32 vbr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13052 God may take them off, to deliver them from an evil to come, as in the case of Abijam the Son of Jeroboam. God may punish his people with afflictions of this Life, God may take them off, to deliver them from an evil to come, as in the case of Abijah the Son of Jeroboam. God may Punish his people with afflictions of this Life, np1 vmb vvi pno32 a-acp, pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp dt n-jn pc-acp vvi, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp n2 pp-f d n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13053 for the trial, and exercise of their graces; for the trial, and exercise of their graces; p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13054 but in Eternal destructions, God can have no other end, than the punishment of the person, but in Eternal destructions, God can have no other end, than the punishment of the person, cc-acp p-acp j n2, np1 vmb vhi dx j-jn n1, cs dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13055 and all such destruction, is for a mans sin; his personal sin. and all such destruction, is for a men since; his personal since. cc d d n1, vbz p-acp dt ng1 n1; po31 j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1331 Page 634
13056 3. When we say, that Mens destruction is of themselves, you must understand, of themselves as the meritorious cause; 3. When we say, that Men's destruction is of themselves, you must understand, of themselves as the meritorious cause; crd c-crq pns12 vvb, cst ng2 n1 vbz pp-f px32, pn22 vmb vvi, pp-f px32 p-acp dt j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13057 not of themselves, as the principal efficient cause. God is rightly enough entituled, to all the Evil of punishment in the City. not of themselves, as the principal efficient cause. God is rightly enough entitled, to all the Evil of punishment in the city. xx pp-f px32, c-acp dt j-jn j n1. np1 vbz av-jn av-d vvn, p-acp d dt n-jn pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13058 It is no dishonour to his Majesty, to be the Author of his own Judgments; It is no dishonour to his Majesty, to be the Author of his own Judgments; pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1, pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13059 which is all, that Mr. Calvin, or any of the same mind with him, have said; which is all, that Mr. calvin, or any of the same mind with him, have said; r-crq vbz d, cst n1 np1, cc d pp-f dt d n1 p-acp pno31, vhb vvn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13060 which hath made some so clamour against them, as having asserted God to be the Author of Sin. For God to be the Author of punishments, is no stain to his Glory; which hath made Some so clamour against them, as having asserted God to be the Author of Sin. For God to be the Author of punishments, is no stain to his Glory; r-crq vhz vvn d av n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp vhg vvn np1 p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f n2, vbz dx n1 p-acp po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13061 but a Declaration of his Justice, and of his Righteousness. but a Declaration of his justice, and of his Righteousness. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13062 Christ himself shall come (as the Apostle telleth us) in flaming fire, to take Vengeance upon them who know not God; christ himself shall come (as the Apostle Telleth us) in flaming fire, to take Vengeance upon them who know not God; np1 px31 vmb vvi (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12) p-acp vvg n1, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp pno32 r-crq vvb xx np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13063 and obey not his glorious Gospel. and obey not his glorious Gospel. cc vvb xx po31 j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13064 God shall say to those on his left hand, depart from me you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the Devil and his Angels. God shall say to those on his left hand, depart from me you cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his Angels. np1 vmb vvi p-acp d p-acp po31 j n1, vvb p-acp pno11 pn22 vvd, p-acp j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 cc po31 n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13065 But our destruction is from our selves, as the proximate, and meritorious cause; though from God as the efficient cause. But our destruction is from our selves, as the proximate, and meritorious cause; though from God as the efficient cause. p-acp po12 n1 vbz p-acp po12 n2, c-acp dt n1, cc j n1; cs p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13066 It is not from the Soveraign will of God meerly, but from the stubborn and rebellious will of Man, that any Soul perisheth. It is not from the Sovereign will of God merely, but from the stubborn and rebellious will of Man, that any Soul Perishes. pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, cst d n1 vvz. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13067 Divines do say, that though God cannot will the doing of any Sin, yet he may will that it should be done. Divines do say, that though God cannot will the doing of any since, yet he may will that it should be done. n2-jn vdb vvi, cst cs np1 vmbx vvi dt vdg pp-f d n1, av pns31 vmb vvi cst pn31 vmd vbi vdn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13068 The Holy Ghost telleth us, that Herod, and Pilate, and the Jews, employed in accusing, condemning, crucifying of Christ; The Holy Ghost Telleth us, that Herod, and Pilate, and the jews, employed in accusing, condemning, crucifying of christ; dt j n1 vvz pno12, cst np1, cc np1, cc dt np2, vvn p-acp vvg, vvg, vvg pp-f np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13069 did no more, than what the Council of God had determined should be done. did no more, than what the Council of God had determined should be done. vdd dx av-dc, cs q-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhd vvn vmd vbi vdn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13070 But I say, notwithstanding this, the proximate cause of mans Damnation is not, because God hath willed their Damnation; But I say, notwithstanding this, the proximate cause of men Damnation is not, Because God hath willed their Damnation; cc-acp pns11 vvb, c-acp d, dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1 vbz xx, c-acp np1 vhz vvn po32 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13071 it is the guilt of their own Sins, the demerit of their own Transgressions, which bringeth them to the Pit of Destruction. it is the guilt of their own Sins, the demerit of their own Transgressions, which brings them to the Pit of Destruction. pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2, r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13072 The Gracious God sheweth mercy, and saveth all who are saved by Prerogative; by Grace you are saved, saith the Apostle: The Gracious God shows mercy, and Saveth all who Are saved by Prerogative; by Grace you Are saved, Says the Apostle: dt j np1 vvz n1, cc vvz d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp n1; p-acp vvb pn22 vbr vvn, vvz dt n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13073 he hath the same Prerogative in matters of Death, that he hath in matters of Life; he hath the same Prerogative in matters of Death, that he hath in matters of Life; pns31 vhz dt d n1 p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cst pns31 vhz p-acp n2 pp-f n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13074 but he useth it not, but there acteth according to his Statute-Law, The Soul that sinneth shall dye. but he uses it not, but there Acts according to his Statutelaw, The Soul that Sinneth shall die. cc-acp pns31 vvz pn31 xx, cc-acp pc-acp vvz vvg p-acp po31 n1, dt n1 cst vvz vmb vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13075 He who saveth men without themselves, damneth none without themselves. He who Saveth men without themselves, damneth none without themselves. pns31 r-crq vvz n2 p-acp px32, vvz pix p-acp px32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13076 Men are saved by Grace, but they are damned by Sin. The wages of Sin is Death. Men Are saved by Grace, but they Are damned by Sin. The wages of since is Death. n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, p-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp np1 dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13077 Omne peccatum est voluntarium, all Sin is of ourselves, it must have something of our own will, Omne peccatum est Voluntary, all since is of ourselves, it must have something of our own will, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, d n1 vbz pp-f px12, pn31 vmb vhi pi pp-f po12 d n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13078 and consent to, and in it. 3. Thirdly. and consent to, and in it. 3. Thirdly. cc vvi p-acp, cc p-acp pn31. crd ord. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1332 Page 635
13079 Although this be certain, that all destruction, all punishment is for Sin, yet the particular proximate cause of some punishments is unknown to us. Although this be certain, that all destruction, all punishment is for since, yet the particular proximate cause of Some punishments is unknown to us. cs d vbb j, cst d n1, d n1 vbz p-acp n1, av dt j j n1 pp-f d n2 vbz j p-acp pno12. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 635
13080 I will instance in one particular, a punishment, undoubtedly, a most severe punishment; I will instance in one particular, a punishment, undoubtedly, a most severe punishment; pns11 vmb n1 p-acp crd j, dt n1, av-j, dt av-ds j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 635
13081 The withholding the Gospel, and so the ordinary means of Grace and Salvation, from the far greatest part of the world. The withholding the Gospel, and so the ordinary means of Grace and Salvation, from the Far greatest part of the world. dt vvg dt n1, cc av dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt av-j js n1 pp-f dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13082 They hear nothing of the Lord Jesus; They hear nothing of the Lord jesus; pns32 vvb pix pp-f dt n1 np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13083 they have not the Oracles of God, the ordinary means of Grace are hidden from them; they have not the Oracles of God, the ordinary means of Grace Are hidden from them; pns32 vhb xx dt n2 pp-f np1, dt j n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp pno32; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13084 There is no doubt, but their own wilful sinning is the cause of it. There is no doubt, but their own wilful sinning is the cause of it. pc-acp vbz dx n1, cc-acp po32 d j vvg vbz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13085 But whether the Sin of their Progenitors who had the Gospel, and sinned it away, which to me seemeth a little hard; (for I can hardly be brought to agree, that God for the sins of Relations punisheth their Correlates in Spiritual things.) Or that prodigious sinning, which they are guilty of; But whither the since of their Progenitors who had the Gospel, and sinned it away, which to me seems a little hard; (for I can hardly be brought to agree, that God for the Sins of Relations Punisheth their Correlates in Spiritual things.) Or that prodigious sinning, which they Are guilty of; p-acp cs dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 r-crq vhd dt n1, cc vvd pn31 av, r-crq p-acp pno11 vvz dt j j; (c-acp pns11 vmb av vbi vvn pc-acp vvi, cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2 vvz po32 n2 p-acp j n2.) cc d j vvg, r-crq pns32 vbr j pp-f; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13086 not living up to what may by them, by their natural Light be seen of God; (for the Apostle, Rom. 1. gives you a true Copy of the lives of all Heathens) is not so easie to determine. not living up to what may by them, by their natural Light be seen of God; (for the Apostle, Rom. 1. gives you a true Copy of the lives of all heathens) is not so easy to determine. xx vvg a-acp p-acp r-crq vmb p-acp pno32, p-acp po32 j n1 vbi vvn pp-f np1; (c-acp dt n1, np1 crd n2 pn22 dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f d n2-jn) vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13087 I should incline much to fix the cause here, they have (though not the Book of Scripture) yet the Book of Gods Works, I should incline much to fix the cause Here, they have (though not the Book of Scripture) yet the Book of God's Works, pns11 vmd vvi av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, pns32 vhb (cs xx dt n1 pp-f n1) av dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13088 and Nature; (though not Men Ministers of the Gospel to them) yet the Heavens declaring the Glory of God, and Nature; (though not Men Ministers of the Gospel to them) yet the Heavens declaring the Glory of God, cc n1; (cs xx n2 n2 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32) av dt n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13089 and the Earth shewing his handywork; those standing Preachers, of the Power, Glory, and Greatness of God; and the Earth showing his handiwork; those standing Preachers, of the Power, Glory, and Greatness of God; cc dt n1 vvg po31 n1; d j-vvg n2, pp-f dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13090 whose sound is gone out, and going dayly out, over all the world: they have the Sun, and Moon; they see much of God, in and by them, whose found is gone out, and going daily out, over all the world: they have the Sun, and Moon; they see much of God, in and by them, rg-crq n1 vbz vvn av, cc vvg av-j av, p-acp d dt n1: pns32 vhb dt n1, cc n1; pns32 vvb d pp-f np1, p-acp cc p-acp pno32, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13091 and may learn much of God from them: but knowing God, and not glorifying him as God, but becoming vain in their imaginations; and may Learn much of God from them: but knowing God, and not glorifying him as God, but becoming vain in their Imaginations; cc vmb vvi d pp-f np1 p-acp pno32: cc-acp vvg np1, cc xx vvg pno31 p-acp np1, cc-acp vvg j p-acp po32 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13092 they worship Devils, and Stocks, and Stones, the work of their own hands; they worship Devils, and Stocks, and Stones, the work of their own hands; pns32 vvb n2, cc n2, cc n2, dt n1 pp-f po32 d n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13093 and shutting their eyes against the Light of those common notions, which are engraven in all reasonable Natures; and shutting their eyes against the Light of those Common notions, which Are engraven in all reasonable Nature's; cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp d j n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13094 they give up themselves to commit all filthiness, and unrighteousness. they give up themselves to commit all filthiness, and unrighteousness. pns32 vvb a-acp px32 pc-acp vvi d n1, cc n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13095 So not using the Light of Nature and Reason, which God hath given them, God justly with-holdeth from them the Talent of the Gospel. So not using the Light of Nature and Reason, which God hath given them, God justly withholdeth from them the Talon of the Gospel. np1 xx vvg dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno32, np1 av-j j p-acp pno32 dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13096 If God doth grant it to others, which yet it may be are guilty of the same sottish abuse of their natural Light, If God does grant it to Others, which yet it may be Are guilty of the same sottish abuse of their natural Light, cs np1 vdz vvi pn31 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq av pn31 vmb vbi vbr j pp-f dt d j n1 pp-f po32 j n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13097 and Reason, therein he is good and gracious; but if he denieth it unto them, therein he is not unjust or unrighteous. and Reason, therein he is good and gracious; but if he Denieth it unto them, therein he is not unjust or unrighteous. cc n1, av pns31 vbz j cc j; cc-acp cs pns31 vvz pn31 p-acp pno32, av pns31 vbz xx j cc j-u. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13098 But I say, there may be some particular instances, as to which it may be hard for us to assign what particular sins God so securely proceedeth against the Nations, Families, or Persons for: But I say, there may be Some particular instances, as to which it may be hard for us to assign what particular Sins God so securely Proceedeth against the nations, Families, or Persons for: p-acp pns11 vvb, pc-acp vmb vbi d j n2, c-acp p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb vbi j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi r-crq j n2 np1 av av-j vvz p-acp dt n2, n2, cc n2 p-acp: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13099 but this is certain, Sin is certainly the next cause of all severe dispensations of punishment. but this is certain, since is Certainly the next cause of all severe dispensations of punishment. cc-acp d vbz j, n1 vbz av-j dt ord n1 pp-f d j n2 pp-f n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13100 Now this will appear to us. 1. From the evidence of Scripture. 2. From the evidence of Reason, concluding from Scripture-Principles. Now this will appear to us. 1. From the evidence of Scripture. 2. From the evidence of Reason, concluding from Scripture-principles. av d vmb vvi p-acp pno12. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg p-acp n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1333 Page 636
13101 1. First, from the plain evidence of Scripture. In the case of the Heathen, amongst whom the Devil hath the greatest harvest of perishing Souls: 1. First, from the plain evidence of Scripture. In the case of the Heathen, among whom the devil hath the greatest harvest of perishing Souls: crd ord, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vhz dt js n1 pp-f j-vvg n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13102 of these the Apostle speaketh, Rom. 1.18. For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men: of these the Apostle speaks, Rom. 1.18. For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men: pp-f d dt n1 vvz, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13103 Observe the words, God doth not reveal his wrath against the Heathen, meerly upon the account of his Soveraign Power, because he will do it; Observe the words, God does not reveal his wrath against the Heathen, merely upon the account of his Sovereign Power, Because he will do it; vvb dt n2, np1 vdz xx vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt j-jn, av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 j-jn n1, c-acp pns31 vmb vdi pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13104 but against the ungodliness and unrighterusness of men: but against the ungodliness and unrighterusness of men: cc-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13105 he goeth on declaring their ungodliness, and their unrighteousness. Vers. 21. Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God. he Goes on declaring their ungodliness, and their unrighteousness. Vers. 21. Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God. pns31 vvz p-acp vvg po32 n1, cc po32 n1. np1 crd c-acp c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13106 They had light enough from the Works of God in Nature, to shew them other kind of Ideas of the Divine Being, They had Light enough from the Works of God in Nature, to show them other kind of Ideas of the Divine Being, pns32 vhd n1 av-d p-acp dt vvz pp-f np1 p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pno32 j-jn n1 pp-f n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbg, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13107 than it was possible for them to find amongst created beings; than it was possible for them to find among created beings; cs pn31 vbds j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp j-vvn n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13108 but they turned the Incorruptible God into the image of a corruptible man, yea, of creeping things, but they turned the Incorruptible God into the image of a corruptible man, yea, of creeping things, cc-acp pns32 vvd dt j np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt fw-fr n1, uh, pp-f vvg n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13109 and four-footed beasts. The Apostle telleth them also of their unrighteousness, Vers. 29. Fornication, wickedness, covetousness, malitiousness; and fourfooted beasts. The Apostle Telleth them also of their unrighteousness, Vers. 29. Fornication, wickedness, covetousness, Maliciousness; cc j n2. dt n1 vvz pno32 av pp-f po32 n1, np1 crd n1, n1, n1, n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13110 they were full of envy, murders, debates, deceits, &c. Now for these things the wrath of God was revealed against them. they were full of envy, murders, debates, Deceits, etc. Now for these things the wrath of God was revealed against them. pns32 vbdr j pp-f n1, n2, n2, n2, av av p-acp d n2 dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13111 The Apostle telleth us, Rom. 2.14, That when the Gentiles, which have not the Law, do by nature the things which are contained in the Law, they are a Law to themselves. The Apostle Telleth us, Rom. 2.14, That when the Gentiles, which have not the Law, do by nature the things which Are contained in the Law, they Are a Law to themselves. dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd, cst c-crq dt n2-j, r-crq vhb xx dt n1, vdb p-acp n1 dt n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr dt n1 p-acp px32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13112 And Vers. 26. If the uncircumcision keep the Law, their uncircumcision shall be accounted to them for circumcision. And Vers. 26. If the uncircumcision keep the Law, their uncircumcision shall be accounted to them for circumcision. cc np1 crd cs dt n1 vvb dt n1, po32 n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13113 I am not of their mind, who think that the Heathen have light enough to shew them the way to Heaven. I am not of their mind, who think that the Heathen have Light enough to show them the Way to Heaven. pns11 vbm xx pp-f po32 n1, r-crq vvb cst dt j-jn vhb j av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 dt n1 p-acp n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13114 I know not, if that were true, why the Scripture should set them out under the notion of persons, I know not, if that were true, why the Scripture should Set them out under the notion of Persons, pns11 vvb xx, cs d vbdr j, c-crq dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13115 or people that sit in darkness, and in the shadow of death; until Christ, as the day-spring from on high, hath visited them: or people that fit in darkness, and in the shadow of death; until christ, as the dayspring from on high, hath visited them: cc n1 cst vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp p-acp j, vhz vvn pno32: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13116 But I am sure they have sin enough to justifie God in damning them; But I am sure they have since enough to justify God in damning them; cc-acp pns11 vbm j pns32 vhb n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno32; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13117 and permitting them to walk in their own ways, until they have filled up the measure of their iniquities, and brought judgment upon themselves. and permitting them to walk in their own ways, until they have filled up the measure of their iniquities, and brought judgement upon themselves. cc vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 d n2, c-acp pns32 vhb vvn a-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvd n1 p-acp px32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13118 I also believe, that if there be found a Job in the Land of Ʋz; If there be one found amongst the Heathen, who feareth God, and escheweth evil; I also believe, that if there be found a Job in the Land of Ʋz; If there be one found among the Heathen, who fears God, and escheweth evil; pns11 av vvb, cst cs pc-acp vbi vvn dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; cs pc-acp vbi pi vvn p-acp dt j-jn, r-crq vvz np1, cc vvz j-jn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13119 who walketh up to his natural light; who walks up to his natural Light; r-crq vvz a-acp p-acp po31 j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13120 God hath his secret way to reveal, and apply Christ to them, so as he shall not perish. God hath his secret Way to reveal, and apply christ to them, so as he shall not perish. np1 vhz po31 j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi np1 p-acp pno32, av c-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13121 But yet I cannot believe that his natural light shall save him, because the Scripture telleth us, That there is no other name under heaven, But yet I cannot believe that his natural Light shall save him, Because the Scripture Telleth us, That there is no other name under heaven, p-acp av pns11 vmbx vvi cst po31 j n1 vmb vvi pno31, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13122 than the name of Jesus Christ, by which any can be saved; neither is there Salvation in any other. than the name of jesus christ, by which any can be saved; neither is there Salvation in any other. cs dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, p-acp r-crq d vmb vbi vvn; av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13123 There are several things in nature that we know are so, but we do not know the way of them. There Are several things in nature that we know Are so, but we do not know the Way of them. pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp n1 cst pns12 vvb vbr av, cc-acp pns12 vdb xx vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 637
13124 In the matters of grace there are several things also which we understand not the way of God in: Three come into my mind at present. In the matters of grace there Are several things also which we understand not the Way of God in: Three come into my mind At present. p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vbr j n2 av r-crq pns12 vvb xx dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp: crd vvd p-acp po11 n1 p-acp j. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13125 The way of God with an infant, we are not sure that all infants, no, not that all Baptized infants shall be saved; The Way of God with an infant, we Are not sure that all Infants, no, not that all Baptised Infants shall be saved; dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, pns12 vbr xx j cst d n2, uh-dx, xx cst d j-vvn n2 vmb vbi vvn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13126 but we doubt not, but of many such is the Kingdom of God: but we doubt not, but of many such is the Kingdom of God: cc-acp pns12 vvb xx, cc-acp pp-f d d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13127 but for the way of God with the Soul of one that liveth not up to the exercises of reason, but for the Way of God with the Soul of one that lives not up to the exercises of reason, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pi cst vvz xx a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13128 and the intelligentness of the ordinary means of Faith, and Regeneration; and the intelligentness of the ordinary means of Faith, and Regeneration; cc dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13129 this we do not understand. 2. The way of God with a thief upon the Cross, I mean with a sinner forgetting, this we do not understand. 2. The Way of God with a thief upon the Cross, I mean with a sinner forgetting, d pns12 vdb xx vvi. crd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 vvg, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13130 or neglecting to turn unto God until his last hour; or neglecting to turn unto God until his last hour; cc vvg pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 c-acp po31 ord n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13131 we do believe that God hath mercy upon some such Souls, but how God worketh in them these habits of grace, which are necessary according to the ordinary rule; we do believe that God hath mercy upon Some such Souls, but how God works in them these habits of grace, which Are necessary according to the ordinary Rule; pns12 vdb vvi cst np1 vhz n1 p-acp d d n2, cc-acp c-crq np1 vvz p-acp pno32 d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j vvg p-acp dt j n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13132 how they are born again of the Spirit, and Baptized, not with water only, but with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: this we do not understand. how they Are born again of the Spirit, and Baptised, not with water only, but with the Holy Ghost, and with fire: this we do not understand. c-crq pns32 vbr vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc j-vvn, xx p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, cc p-acp n1: d pns12 vdb xx vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13133 And so Thirdly, The way of God with an Heathen, that never cometh to the light of the Gospel, And so Thirdly, The Way of God with an Heathen, that never comes to the Light of the Gospel, cc av ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt j-jn, cst av-x vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13134 nor hath any external Revelation of Christ: nor hath any external Revelation of christ: ccx vhz d j n1 pp-f np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13135 I say, how the Spirit of God moveth, and which way it cometh into such a Soul; I say, how the Spirit of God moves, and which Way it comes into such a Soul; pns11 vvb, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz, cc r-crq n1 pn31 vvz p-acp d dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13136 this we do not understand, but leave it amongst the unsearchable things of Divine Providence, which we believe and revere: this we do not understand, but leave it among the unsearchable things of Divine Providence, which we believe and revere: d pns12 vdb xx vvi, cc-acp vvb pn31 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq pns12 vvb cc vvi: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13137 If there be (as I said before) a Job in the Land of Ʋz, he shall know that his Redeemer lives, If there be (as I said before) a Job in the Land of Ʋz, he shall know that his Redeemer lives, cs pc-acp vbb (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 vmb vvi d po31 n1 vvz, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13138 and that he shall stand at the last day upon the earth, and he shall see him with his eyes: and that he shall stand At the last day upon the earth, and he shall see him with his eyes: cc cst pns31 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi pno31 p-acp po31 n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13139 But which way God revealeth this to him, we understand not. But which Way God Revealeth this to him, we understand not. cc-acp r-crq n1 np1 vvz d p-acp pno31, pns12 vvb xx. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13140 In the mean time these hidden things being left to God, revealed things belong to us and to our children; and this is revealed: In the mean time these hidden things being left to God, revealed things belong to us and to our children; and this is revealed: p-acp dt j n1 d j-vvn n2 vbg vvn p-acp np1, vvn n2 vvi p-acp pno12 cc p-acp po12 n2; cc d vbz vvn: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13141 That the wrath of God, as to the Heathen, is revealed against the ungodliness and unrighteousness of men. That the wrath of God, as to the Heathen, is revealed against the ungodliness and unrighteousness of men. cst dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1334 Page 638
13142 2. But this is much more evident concerning such as live under the means of grace, and offers of salvation: 2. But this is much more evident Concerning such as live under the means of grace, and offers of salvation: crd p-acp d vbz d dc j vvg d c-acp vvb p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n2 pp-f n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13143 Oh Jerusalem, Jerusalem! (saith our Saviour) how often would I have gathered thee as an Hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, O Jerusalem, Jerusalem! (Says our Saviour) how often would I have gathered thee as an Hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, uh np1, np1! (vvz po12 n1) c-crq av vmd pns11 vhi vvn pno21 p-acp dt n1 vvz po31 n2 p-acp po31 n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13144 but thou wouldest not? I would, what hindered then? thou wouldest not. Thus God of old spake to the Jews, Jer. 23.24. but thou Wouldst not? I would, what hindered then? thou Wouldst not. Thus God of old spoke to the jews, Jer. 23.24. cc-acp pns21 vmd2 xx? pns11 vmd, r-crq vvd av? pns21 vmd2 xx. av np1 pp-f j vvd p-acp dt np2, np1 crd. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13145 This thing I commanded you, saying, obey my voice, and I will be your God, This thing I commanded you, saying, obey my voice, and I will be your God, d n1 pns11 vvd pn22, vvg, vvb po11 n1, cc pns11 vmb vbi po22 n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13146 and you shall be my people, and walk you in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well with you: and you shall be my people, and walk you in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well with you: cc pn22 vmb vbi po11 n1, cc vvb pn22 p-acp d dt n2 cst pns11 vhb vvn pn22, cst pn31 vmb vbi av p-acp pn22: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13147 But they hearkned not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the counsels and imaginations of their evil heart, But they hearkened not, nor inclined their ear, but walked in the Counsels and Imaginations of their evil heart, cc-acp pns32 vvd xx, ccx vvd po32 n1, cc-acp vvd p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f po32 j-jn n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13148 and went backward, and not forward. So Jer. 16.13. and in a multitude of places in Scripture: and went backward, and not forward. So Jer. 16.13. and in a multitude of places in Scripture: cc vvd av-j, cc xx av-j. av np1 crd. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 638
13149 Indeed this is the Language of God quite throughout Scripture. Indeed this is the Language of God quite throughout Scripture. av d vbz dt n1 pp-f np1 av p-acp n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13150 So in the New Testament, You would not come to me that you might have life, Joh. 5.40. So in the New Testament, You would not come to me that you might have life, John 5.40. av p-acp dt j n1, pn22 vmd xx vvi p-acp pno11 cst pn22 vmd vhi n1, np1 crd. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13151 I hear some bold Disputer against God, saying, How is this possible, if it lyeth not in the power of a man to believe, I hear Some bold Disputer against God, saying, How is this possible, if it lies not in the power of a man to believe, pns11 vvb d j n1 p-acp np1, vvg, q-crq vbz d j, cs pn31 vvz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13152 and to turn unto God? I have fully answered this before. and to turn unto God? I have Fully answered this before. cc pc-acp vvi p-acp np1? pns11 vhb av-j vvn d a-acp. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13153 All mankind in Adam certainly had a power to do so much as God required of man in order to his Salvation; All mankind in Adam Certainly had a power to do so much as God required of man in order to his Salvation; av-d n1 p-acp np1 av-j vhd dt n1 pc-acp vdi av av-d c-acp np1 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13154 but certain it is, that every man hath a power to do something; to do much more than he doth in order to his repenting, and believing: but certain it is, that every man hath a power to do something; to do much more than he does in order to his repenting, and believing: cc-acp j pn31 vbz, cst d n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vdi pi; p-acp vdb av-d av-dc cs pns31 vdz p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg, cc vvg: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13155 God will find at the day of Judgment, matter enough to condemn sinners for what was their duty to have done, God will find At the day of Judgement, matter enough to condemn Sinners for what was their duty to have done, np1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, n1 av-d pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp r-crq vbds po32 n1 pc-acp vhi vdn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13156 and in their power to have done; and in their power to have done; cc p-acp po32 n1 pc-acp vhi vdn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13157 and an instance will be wanting at that great day of one Soul, who did what was in his power; and an instance will be wanting At that great day of one Soul, who did what was in his power; cc dt n1 vmb vbi vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f crd n1, r-crq vdd q-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13158 both as to the doing of Good, and the avoiding of sin; to whom God denied his special, and effectual grace: Christ Mat. 21.32. Layeth this to the Jews charge, That when they had heard John, they repented not afterward, that they might believe: both as to the doing of Good, and the avoiding of since; to whom God denied his special, and effectual grace: christ Mathew 21.32. Layeth this to the jews charge, That when they had herd John, they repented not afterwards, that they might believe: d c-acp p-acp dt vdg pp-f j, cc dt vvg pp-f n1; p-acp ro-crq np1 vvd po31 j, cc j n1: np1 np1 crd. vvz d p-acp dt np2 n1, cst c-crq pns32 vhd vvn np1, pns32 vvd xx av, cst pns32 vmd vvi: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13159 But this is a theam I have before inlarged upon, and shall now add nothing to that Discourse. But this is a theam I have before enlarged upon, and shall now add nothing to that Discourse. p-acp d vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb a-acp vvn p-acp, cc vmb av vvi pix p-acp d n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13160 Having thus far opened the Proposition, I shall only give you Two Reasons of it. 1. First, That no imputation might be laid upon an holy, a most holy God: Having thus Far opened the Proposition, I shall only give you Two Reasons of it. 1. First, That no imputation might be laid upon an holy, a most holy God: vhg av av-j vvd dt n1, pns11 vmb av-j vvi pn22 crd n2 pp-f pn31. crd ord, cst dx n1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp dt j, dt av-ds j np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1335 Page 639
13161 Though the Scripture doth justly assert a Soveraignty to God concerning the work of his hands, Though the Scripture does justly assert a Sovereignty to God Concerning the work of his hands, cs dt n1 vdz av-j vvb dt n1 p-acp np1 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13162 and the same power over his creature, which the Potter hath over the clay; yet it everywhere avoideth all imputations of rigour, injustice, cruelty; and the same power over his creature, which the Potter hath over the clay; yet it everywhere avoideth all imputations of rigour, injustice, cruelty; cc dt d n1 p-acp po31 n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp dt n1; av pn31 av vvz d n2 pp-f n1, n1, n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13163 God will not be accounted an hard Master: what if this man hath but one Talent, another hath five, and a third hath ten; God will not be accounted an hard Master: what if this man hath but one Talon, Another hath five, and a third hath ten; np1 vmb xx vbi vvn dt j n1: r-crq cs d n1 vhz p-acp crd n1, j-jn vhz crd, cc dt ord vhz crd; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13164 yet I hope he that hath but one, may trade proportionably to that one, as far as that will go; yet I hope he that hath but one, may trade proportionably to that one, as Far as that will go; av pns11 vvb pns31 cst vhz cc-acp crd, vmb vvi av-j p-acp d crd, c-acp av-j c-acp d vmb vvi; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13165 and if he doth not, and he be punished, his Master is not to be condemned for an hard Master, in taking that one Talent from him; and if he does not, and he be punished, his Master is not to be condemned for an hard Master, in taking that one Talon from him; cc cs pns31 vdz xx, cc pns31 vbb vvn, po31 n1 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1, p-acp vvg cst pi n1 p-acp pno31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13166 or otherwise punishing him for the non-improvement of the stock betrusted to him: or otherwise punishing him for the Non-improvement of the stock betrusted to him: cc av vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd p-acp pno31: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13167 Suppose men to have but the one Talent, of the light of Nature, which is the case of the poor Heathens; Suppose men to have but the one Talon, of the Light of Nature, which is the case of the poor heathens; vvb n2 pc-acp vhi p-acp dt crd n1, pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f dt j n2-jn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13168 another to have five Talents, the advantage of Gospel-light, and the ordinary means of grace; a third to have ten Talents, effectual grace superadded to both these: Another to have five Talents, the advantage of Gospel light, and the ordinary means of grace; a third to have ten Talents, effectual grace superadded to both these: j-jn pc-acp vhi crd n2, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1; dt ord pc-acp vhi crd n2, j n1 vvn p-acp d d: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13169 If he who hath but one Talent, or that hath had the five Talents, have not done with them what he might have done; If he who hath but one Talon, or that hath had the five Talents, have not done with them what he might have done; cs pns31 r-crq vhz p-acp crd n1, cc cst vhz vhn dt crd n2, vhb xx vdn p-acp pno32 r-crq pns31 vmd vhi vdn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13170 and God condemn him for such omissions, or actions contrary to his duty; and God condemn him for such omissions, or actions contrary to his duty; cc np1 vvb pno31 p-acp d n2, cc n2 j-jn p-acp po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13171 here can be no imputation upon God, he cannot be said to have done cruelly, severely, or injustly. Here can be no imputation upon God, he cannot be said to have done cruelly, severely, or injustly. av vmb vbi dx n1 p-acp np1, pns31 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vhi vdn av-j, av-j, cc av-j. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 639
13172 God was under no obligation to trust him with five Talents, that abused, or would make no good use of one; God was under no obligation to trust him with five Talents, that abused, or would make no good use of one; np1 vbds p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp crd n2, cst vvn, cc vmd vvi dx j n1 pp-f crd; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 640
13173 nor to trust him with ten Talents, who would not use, or did abuse his sive; nor to trust him with ten Talents, who would not use, or did abuse his sive; ccx pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp crd n2, r-crq vmd xx vvi, cc vdd vvi po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 640
13174 but now should God have punished, or condemned any without their sins as the meritorious cause, there might have been some imputation upon God. but now should God have punished, or condemned any without their Sins as the meritorious cause, there might have been Some imputation upon God. cc-acp av vmd np1 vhi vvn, cc vvd d p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vmd vhi vbn d n1 p-acp np1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1336 Page 640
13175 2. Secondly, God hath so ordered it, That the sinner shall be inexcusable: It is but reasonable, that the holy God should so dispense out his punishments by the hand of Providence, that a sinner should be without excuse; this the Scripture lets us know once and again. 2. Secondly, God hath so ordered it, That the sinner shall be inexcusable: It is but reasonable, that the holy God should so dispense out his punishments by the hand of Providence, that a sinner should be without excuse; this the Scripture lets us know once and again. crd ord, np1 vhz av vvn pn31, cst dt n1 vmb vbi j: pn31 vbz p-acp j, cst dt j np1 vmd av vvi av po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cst dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp n1; d dt n1 vvz pno12 vvi a-acp cc av. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13176 In the Parable it is said, That he who was turned out from the Wedding-feast for want of the Wedding-garment, was speechless; he was without an Apology, he had nothing to say for himself. So Rom. 1.20. Then they are without excuse. So Rom. 2.1. Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man: In the Parable it is said, That he who was turned out from the Wedding-feast for want of the wedding garment, was speechless; he was without an Apology, he had nothing to say for himself. So Rom. 1.20. Then they Are without excuse. So Rom. 2.1. Therefore thou art inexcusable, Oh man: p-acp dt n1 pn31 vbz vvn, cst pns31 r-crq vbds vvn av p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1, vbds j; pns31 vbds p-acp dt n1, pns31 vhd pix pc-acp vvi p-acp px31. np1 np1 crd. av pns32 vbr p-acp n1. av np1 crd. av pns21 vb2r j, uh n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13177 This is one design that God drives, so to manage and govern by the motions of his Providence. This is one Design that God drives, so to manage and govern by the motions of his Providence. d vbz crd n1 cst np1 vvz, av pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13178 Now supposing this, that all destruction is of a mans self: Now supposing this, that all destruction is of a men self: av vvg d, cst d n1 vbz pp-f dt ng1 n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13179 That God doth not condemn any out of meer Prerogative, or because he will, (whatever he might do, vi absoluti juris ) every sinner must stop his mouth, That God does not condemn any out of mere Prerogative, or Because he will, (whatever he might do, vi absoluti Juris) every sinner must stop his Mouth, cst np1 vdz xx vvi d av pp-f j n1, cc c-acp pns31 vmb, (r-crq pns31 vmd vdi, crd n1 fw-la) d n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13180 and be speechless in that day, when God shall say, Take them, bind them hand and foot, and be speechless in that day, when God shall say, Take them, bind them hand and foot, cc vbi j p-acp d n1, c-crq np1 vmb vvi, vvb pno32, vvb pno32 n1 cc n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13181 and cast them into utter darkness, where is weeping and wailing, and guashing of teeth. and cast them into utter darkness, where is weeping and wailing, and guashing of teeth. cc vvd pno32 p-acp j n1, q-crq vbz vvg cc vvg, cc vvg pp-f n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13182 What hath any sinner to say for himself, if his destruction be of himself? I have done with the doctrinal part of this Discourse, I come to apply it. What hath any sinner to say for himself, if his destruction be of himself? I have done with the doctrinal part of this Discourse, I come to apply it. r-crq vhz d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, cs po31 n1 vbi pp-f px31? pns11 vhb vdn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1337 Page 640
13183 1. Ʋse. In the first place, observe the great difference between Gods proceedings in the methods of his grace, and of his paenal dispensations; 1. Ʋse. In the First place, observe the great difference between God's proceedings in the methods of his grace, and of his penal dispensations; crd n1. p-acp dt ord n1, vvb dt j n1 p-acp n2 n2-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc pp-f po31 j n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 640
13184 dispensations of mercy and judgment, are both Gods work: But the one is his Natural work, the other is his strange work, Isa. 28.21. Gods workings in the methods of his grace, are, ex mero suo motu & beneplacito, they meerly flow from the nature of God, without any meritorious cause in the creature; dispensations of mercy and judgement, Are both God's work: But the one is his Natural work, the other is his strange work, Isaiah 28.21. God's workings in the methods of his grace, Are, ex mero Sue motu & beneplacito, they merely flow from the nature of God, without any meritorious cause in the creature; n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, vbr d ng1 n1: cc-acp dt pi vbz po31 j vvi, dt n-jn vbz po31 j n1, np1 crd. npg1 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr, fw-la fw-it fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, pns32 av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n1 p-acp dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 640
13185 he sheweth mercy because he will shew mercy, and extendeth compassion to whom he will, and because he will extend compassion; he shows mercy Because he will show mercy, and extendeth compassion to whom he will, and Because he will extend compassion; pns31 vvz n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1, cc vvz n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vmb, cc c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 640
13186 he giveth grace because he will give grace: here God acteth from meer Soveraignty and Prerogative; he gives grace Because he will give grace: Here God Acts from mere Sovereignty and Prerogative; pns31 vvz n1 c-acp pns31 vmb vvi n1: av np1 vvz p-acp j n1 cc n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 640
13187 but he never dealeth out punishments, but there is some cause in the creature, something which moveth him to proceed and deal in such a manner, and meriteth such a punishment: but he never deals out punishments, but there is Some cause in the creature, something which moves him to proceed and deal in such a manner, and merits such a punishment: cc-acp pns31 av-x vvz av n2, cc-acp pc-acp vbz d n1 p-acp dt n1, pi r-crq vvz pno31 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d dt n1, cc vvz d dt n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 640
13188 He saveth Souls because he is gracious, he condemneth sinners because he is righteous, cum largitur gratiam per misericordiam hoc fit, cum negat, per judicium, saith Nieremberg, wrath is not declared, saith he, He Saveth Souls Because he is gracious, he Condemneth Sinners Because he is righteous, cum largitur gratiam per misericordiam hoc fit, cum negate, per judicium, Says Nieremberg, wrath is not declared, Says he, pns31 vvz n2 c-acp pns31 vbz j, pns31 vvz n2 c-acp pns31 vbz j, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, fw-la vvd, fw-la fw-la, vvz np1, n1 vbz xx vvn, vvz pns31, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 641
13189 unless when it is due, lest there should be unrighteousness with God; mercy is shewed, when and where it is not due; unless when it is due, lest there should be unrighteousness with God; mercy is showed, when and where it is not due; cs c-crq pn31 vbz j-jn, cs pc-acp vmd vbi n1 p-acp np1; n1 vbz vvn, c-crq cc c-crq pn31 vbz xx j-jn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 641
13190 this maketh no unrighteousness with him: this makes no unrighteousness with him: d vvz dx n1 p-acp pno31: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 641
13191 So that I say, there is a vast difference to be observed betwixt Gods dispensations of mercy and goodness, So that I say, there is a vast difference to be observed betwixt God's dispensations of mercy and Goodness, av cst pns11 vvb, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 641
13192 and his dispensations of wrath and severity. 2. Ʋse. In the second place, you may from hence conclude; and his dispensations of wrath and severity. 2. Ʋse. In the second place, you may from hence conclude; cc po31 n2 pp-f n1 cc n1. crd n1. p-acp dt ord n1, pn22 vmb p-acp av vvi; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1338 Page 641
13193 How little reason there is for that clamour, which some make against such as are called Calvinists; How little reason there is for that clamour, which Some make against such as Are called Calvinists; c-crq j n1 pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1, r-crq d vvb p-acp d c-acp vbr vvn np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1339 Page 641
13194 under which nick-name, they indeed wound, not only Augustine and Prosper, and others of the ancients; under which nickname, they indeed wound, not only Augustine and Prosper, and Others of the ancients; p-acp r-crq vvi, pns32 av vvd, xx av-j np1 cc vvb, cc n2-jn pp-f dt n2-j; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1339 Page 641
13195 but many Divines in England, especially that lived three, or fourscore years a go. Two great Accusations they bring: but many Divines in England, especially that lived three, or fourscore Years a go. Two great Accusations they bring: cc-acp d n2-jn p-acp np1, av-j cst vvd crd, cc crd n2 dt vvb. crd j n2 pns32 vvb: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1339 Page 641
13196 1. That they affirm God to be the Author of sin; 1. That they affirm God to be the Author of since; crd cst pns32 vvb np1 p-acp vbb dt n1 pp-f n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13197 yet neither Mr. Calvin, nor any of his Followers ever said so, nor dare any now say so: yet neither Mr. calvin, nor any of his Followers ever said so, nor Dare any now say so: av dx n1 np1, ccx d pp-f po31 n2 av vvd av, ccx vvb d av vvb av: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13198 What's the matter then? because they say, That God hath willed, that sin should be committed, What's the matter then? Because they say, That God hath willed, that since should be committed, q-crq|vbz dt n1 av? c-acp pns32 vvb, cst np1 vhz vvn, cst n1 vmd vbi vvn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13199 though he hath neither commanded, nor approved the action, nor any way influenced it by the way of efficiency: though he hath neither commanded, nor approved the actium, nor any Way influenced it by the Way of efficiency: cs pns31 vhz dx vvd, ccx vvd dt n1, ccx d n1 vvd pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13200 Therefore God must be the Author, or these Divines make him the Author: Or because God is the Author of his own judgments, and paenal dispensations; Therefore God must be the Author, or these Divines make him the Author: Or Because God is the Author of his own Judgments, and penal dispensations; av np1 vmb vbi dt n1, cc d n2-jn vvb pno31 dt n1: cc p-acp np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po31 d n2, cc j n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13201 and God sometimes punisheth sin with sin; and God sometime Punisheth since with since; cc np1 av vvz n1 p-acp n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13202 therefore God must be the Author of sin: taken properly as it is an oblique action, contrary to his Law. Therefore God must be the Author of since: taken properly as it is an oblique actium, contrary to his Law. av np1 vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f n1: vvn av-j c-acp pn31 vbz dt j n1, j-jn p-acp po31 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13203 This is (forsooth) their proof of that crimination; This is (forsooth) their proof of that crimination; d vbz (uh) po32 n1 pp-f d n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13204 when-as there are no Divines in the world, but think it, not only blasphemy, but nonsense, to talk of God as the Author of sin; which must be an action contrary to the will, liking, When-as there Are no Divines in the world, but think it, not only blasphemy, but nonsense, to talk of God as the Author of since; which must be an actium contrary to the will, liking, j pc-acp vbr dx n2-jn p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vvb pn31, xx av-j n1, p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 j-jn p-acp dt vmb, vvg, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13205 and approbation of God, as the very nature of sin doth import. and approbation of God, as the very nature of since does import. cc n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 vdz vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1340 Page 641
13206 2. Their second Crimination, is, That God hath damn'd his creatures, out of his meer Prerogative and Soveraignty. We do indeed think, 2. Their second Crimination, is, That God hath damned his creatures, out of his mere Prerogative and Sovereignty. We do indeed think, crd po32 ord n1, vbz, cst np1 vhz vvn po31 n2, av pp-f po31 j n1 cc n1. pns12 vdb av vvi, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13207 and must so think, till our Adversaries can possess us with other Idea's and notions of God, and must so think, till our Adversaries can possess us with other Idea's and notions of God, cc vmb av vvi, c-acp po12 n2 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13208 than either Scripture, or reason will help us with; That there is nothing which either hath, or shall come to pass in the world, than either Scripture, or reason will help us with; That there is nothing which either hath, or shall come to pass in the world, cs d n1, cc n1 vmb vvi pno12 p-acp; cst pc-acp vbz pix r-crq d vhz, cc vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13209 but God did know from all eternity; neither can we conceive how God should know any thing, but because he willed it; but God did know from all eternity; neither can we conceive how God should know any thing, but Because he willed it; cc-acp np1 vdd vvi p-acp d n1; dx vmb pns12 vvi c-crq np1 vmd vvi d n1, cc-acp c-acp pns31 vvd pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13210 either in a way of efficiency, or to permit it. We do say, that God had a jus absolutum, from eternity; either in a Way of efficiency, or to permit it. We do say, that God had a jus Absolute, from eternity; av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp vvb pn31. pns12 vdb vvi, cst np1 vhd dt fw-la fw-la, p-acp n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13211 an absolute right over his creatures, to determine how he pleased concerning them: an absolute right over his creatures, to determine how he pleased Concerning them: dt j n-jn p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi c-crq pns31 vvd vvg pno32: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13212 But we also say, That in his paenal dispensations he acteth not according to his Soveraignty and absolute right; But we also say, That in his penal dispensations he Acts not according to his Sovereignty and absolute right; cc-acp pns12 av vvb, cst p-acp po31 j n2 pns31 vvz xx vvg p-acp po31 n1 cc j n-jn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 641
13214 and the proximate, and meritorious cause of the punishment, and eternal ruin of any Soul, is his own sin: and the proximate, and meritorious cause of the punishment, and Eternal ruin of any Soul, is his own since: cc dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f d n1, vbz po31 d n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13215 God doth not condemn any Soul, but for sin, recompensing their own iniquities upon their heads; God does not condemn any Soul, but for since, recompensing their own iniquities upon their Heads; np1 vdz xx vvi d n1, cc-acp p-acp n1, vvg po32 d n2 p-acp po32 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13216 and whatsoever is absolute and Soveraign right, his Law, from which he never varieth, in the motions of his Providence, is, The soul that sinneth shall die. and whatsoever is absolute and Sovereign right, his Law, from which he never varieth, in the motions of his Providence, is, The soul that Sinneth shall die. cc r-crq vbz j cc j-jn n-jn, po31 n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-x vvz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbz, dt n1 cst vvz vmb vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13217 Where is the difference then? What maketh this great clamour, and odious representation of eminent Divines, Where is the difference then? What makes this great clamour, and odious representation of eminent Divines, q-crq vbz dt n1 av? q-crq vvz d j n1, cc j n1 pp-f j n2-jn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13218 as to the method of Gods proceedings in his actual Providence? Papists, Arminians, Calvinists, all are agreed, That the wages of sin is death, The soul that sinneth shall die: as to the method of God's proceedings in his actual Providence? Papists, Arminians, Calvinists, all Are agreed, That the wages of since is death, The soul that Sinneth shall die: c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 n2-vvg p-acp po31 j n1? njp2, njp2, np1, d vbr vvn, cst dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz n1, dt n1 cst vvz vmb vvi: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13219 God will condemn none but for sin. God will condemn none but for since. np1 vmb vvi pix cc-acp p-acp n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13220 Only it seems they are not agreed, as to the Nature, and Attributes, and Prerogatives of God. Those Divines whom they call Calvinists, must assert God to have the same Power over his creatures, which a Potter hath over the clay: Only it seems they Are not agreed, as to the Nature, and Attributes, and Prerogatives of God. Those Divines whom they call Calvinists, must assert God to have the same Power over his creatures, which a Potter hath over the clay: j pn31 vvz pns32 vbr xx vvn, c-acp p-acp dt n1, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f np1. d n2-jn r-crq pns32 vvb np1, vmb vvb n1 pc-acp vhi dt d n1 p-acp po31 n2, r-crq dt n1 vhz p-acp dt n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13221 This the other will not understand, though God expressly told it the Prophet Jeremy; and the Apostle from him hath expressly told it us: This the other will not understand, though God expressly told it the Prophet Jeremiah; and the Apostle from him hath expressly told it us: d dt n-jn vmb xx vvi, cs np1 av-j vvd pn31 dt n1 np1; cc dt n1 p-acp pno31 vhz av-j vvn pn31 pno12: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13222 and this is all the difference that I can understand. and this is all the difference that I can understand. cc d vbz d dt n1 cst pns11 vmb vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1341 Page 642
13223 3. Ʋse. Thirdly, you may from hence learn, How the Righteousness of God shall be cleared in the last day, in the condemnation of sinners, 3. Ʋse. Thirdly, you may from hence Learn, How the Righteousness of God shall be cleared in the last day, in the condemnation of Sinners, crd n1. ord, pn22 vmb p-acp av vvi, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13224 although it hath not pleased him to give to all a power to that which is truly, and Spiritually good. although it hath not pleased him to give to all a power to that which is truly, and Spiritually good. cs pn31 vhz xx vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1 p-acp d r-crq vbz av-j, cc av-j j. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13225 This is a point which very many in this Generation also will not understand, but the fault is in themselves. This is a point which very many in this Generation also will not understand, but the fault is in themselves. d vbz dt n1 r-crq av d p-acp d n1 av vmb xx vvi, cc-acp dt n1 vbz p-acp px32. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13226 If God (say they) hath not given to all men a power to repent, and to believe, how shall he be righteous in the condemning of Sinners? There is no consequence at all in this, If God (say they) hath not given to all men a power to Repent, and to believe, how shall he be righteous in the condemning of Sinners? There is no consequence At all in this, cs np1 (vvb pns32) vhz xx vvn p-acp d n2 dt n1 p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi, q-crq vmb pns31 vbi j p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2? pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp d p-acp d, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13227 but upon this Hypothesis: That except men have a power to do that which is Spiritually good, they are in no capacity to do that which is morally evil. but upon this Hypothesis: That except men have a power to do that which is Spiritually good, they Are in no capacity to do that which is morally evil. cc-acp p-acp d n1: cst p-acp n2 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz av-j j, pns32 vbr p-acp dx n1 pc-acp vdi d r-crq vbz av-j j-jn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13228 Whether they have a power to repent, or to believe, without the effectual Grace of God, yea, or no; Whither they have a power to Repent, or to believe, without the effectual Grace of God, yea, or no; cs pns32 vhb dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, uh, cc av-dx; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13229 Certainly, they have a power in a thousand things, to break the Law of God; yea, and to do also many things which are contained in the Law of God: Certainly, they have a power in a thousand things, to break the Law of God; yea, and to do also many things which Are contained in the Law of God: av-j, pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp dt crd n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1; uh, cc pc-acp vdi av d n2 r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13230 and although the doing of these things would not save them, yet certainly, the omiting of them, and although the doing of these things would not save them, yet Certainly, the omitting of them, cc cs dt vdg pp-f d n2 vmd xx vvi pno32, av av-j, dt vvg pp-f pno32, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13231 or doing contrary to them, may give God a righteous cause to condemn them. Suppose one of you who are Fathers, to have two Sons, both of them wild, or doing contrary to them, may give God a righteous cause to condemn them. Suppose one of you who Are Father's, to have two Sons, both of them wild, cc vdg n-jn p-acp pno32, vmb vvi np1 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32. vvb crd pp-f pn22 r-crq vbr n2, pc-acp vhi crd n2, d pp-f pno32 j, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13232 and fond of their play, and eager at it; and found of their play, and eager At it; cc j pp-f po32 n1, cc j p-acp pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13233 you call them both to come to you, and tell them, that if they will come, you will give them both mony to go and buy such things; you call them both to come to you, and tell them, that if they will come, you will give them both money to go and buy such things; pn22 vvb pno32 d pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, cc vvi pno32, cst cs pns32 vmb vvi, pn22 vmb vvi pno32 d n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi d n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 642
13234 but if by such a time, they have not those things, and appear to you in, but if by such a time, they have not those things, and appear to you in, cc-acp cs p-acp d dt n1, pns32 vhb xx d n2, cc vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13235 and with them, you will certainly whip them. One of these Children hearkens to you, leaves his play, comes running to you, and with them, you will Certainly whip them. One of these Children hearkens to you, leaves his play, comes running to you, cc p-acp pno32, pn22 vmb av-j vvi pno32. crd pp-f d n2 vvz p-acp pn22, vvz po31 n1, vvz vvg p-acp pn22, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13236 and begs the money you promised him; and begs the money you promised him; cc vvz dt n1 pn22 vvd pno31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13237 then procures the things, and appeareth to you in the habit you desired, and you are well pleased with him. then procures the things, and appears to you in the habit you desired, and you Are well pleased with him. av vvz dt n2, cc vvz p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pn22 vvd, cc pn22 vbr av vvn p-acp pno31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13238 The other Child, is mad of his play (which if he would he might leave) he could not have the things without mony out of his Fathers Purse; The other Child, is mad of his play (which if he would he might leave) he could not have the things without money out of his Father's Purse; dt j-jn n1, vbz j pp-f po31 n1 (r-crq cs pns31 vmd pns31 vmd vvi) pns31 vmd xx vhi dt n2 p-acp n1 av pp-f po31 ng1 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13239 but he will not leave his play, nor stir a foot towards his Father, nor so much as ask his Father for mony; but he will not leave his play, nor stir a foot towards his Father, nor so much as ask his Father for money; cc-acp pns31 vmb xx vvi po31 n1, ccx vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, ccx av av-d c-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13240 his Father indeed, sends him no mony, but shuts him out of his sight; his Father indeed, sends him no money, but shuts him out of his sighed; po31 n1 av, vvz pno31 dx n1, cc-acp vvz pno31 av pp-f po31 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13241 and ordereth him to be severely whipt, because that he would not leave his idle game, and Ordereth him to be severely whipped, Because that he would not leave his idle game, cc vvz pno31 pc-acp vbi av-j vvd, c-acp cst pns31 vmd xx vvi po31 j n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13242 and come to him, and ask the mony of him which he promised; and because he had not bought the things, and appeared before him, in that habit, and come to him, and ask the money of him which he promised; and Because he had not bought the things, and appeared before him, in that habit, cc vvb p-acp pno31, cc vvi dt n1 pp-f pno31 r-crq pns31 vvd; cc c-acp pns31 vhd xx vvn dt n2, cc vvd p-acp pno31, p-acp d n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13243 and dress, which he had commanded: and dress, which he had commanded: cc vvi, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13244 will not one say, this foolish Child, is right served? shall his Father be judged unrighteous or severe, will not one say, this foolish Child, is right served? shall his Father be judged unrighteous or severe, vmb xx pi vvi, d j n1, vbz av-jn vvn? vmb po31 n1 vbi vvn j cc j, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13245 because he gave the Child no mony (as he did the other) and the Child could come by the things without mony, Because he gave the Child no money (as he did the other) and the Child could come by the things without money, c-acp pns31 vvd dt n1 dx n1 (c-acp pns31 vdd dt n-jn) cc dt n1 vmd vvi p-acp dt n2 p-acp n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13246 and if it had them not, could not appear in, or with them, before his Father? The case is much the same, betwixt God and us. and if it had them not, could not appear in, or with them, before his Father? The case is much the same, betwixt God and us. cc cs pn31 vhd pno32 xx, vmd xx vvi p-acp, cc p-acp pno32, c-acp po31 n1? dt n1 vbz d dt d, p-acp np1 cc pno12. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13247 God seeth two Men, or Women, both his Creatures, alike in Adam, both born in Trespasses and Sins; God sees two Men, or Women, both his Creatures, alike in Adam, both born in Trespasses and Sins; np1 vvz crd n2, cc n2, d po31 n2, av-j p-acp np1, d vvn p-acp n2 cc n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13248 wildly playing over the hole of the Asp, and the den of the Cockatrice; sporting themselves in Sin, and in an hourly danger of Hell-fire: wildly playing over the hold of the Asp, and the den of the Cockatrice; sporting themselves in since, and in an hourly danger of Hell-fire: av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1; vvg px32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13249 God calleth them by his Ministers, to leave their Sins, and to turn unto him; he saith, let him that hath been drunk, be drunk no more; God calls them by his Ministers, to leave their Sins, and to turn unto him; he Says, let him that hath been drunk, be drunk no more; np1 vvz pno32 p-acp po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po32 n2, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; pns31 vvz, vvb pno31 cst vhz vbn vvn, vbb vvn av-dx av-dc; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13250 let him that hath been unclean, be unclean no more; let him that hath been unclean, be unclean no more; vvb pno31 cst vhz vbn j, vbb j av-dx av-dc; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13251 let him that hath told a lye, that hath broke my Sabbaths, lye, and break my Sabbaths no more; let him that hath told a lie, that hath broke my Sabbaths, lie, and break my Sabbaths no more; vvb pno31 cst vhz vvn dt n1, cst vhz vvd po11 n2, vvb, cc vvb po11 n2 av-dx av-dc; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13252 let him read my Word, and hear my Word; let him read my Word, and hear my Word; vvb pno31 vvi po11 n1, cc vvb po11 n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13253 and let him come, and pray unto me, and beg of me, an heart to believe and to repent, and let him come, and pray unto me, and beg of me, an heart to believe and to Repent, cc vvb pno31 vvi, cc vvb p-acp pno11, cc vvb pp-f pno11, dt n1 pc-acp vvi cc pc-acp vvi, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13254 and I will give it him; and I will give it him; cc pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pno31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13255 and he that believeth shall be saved; but in the great day, it shall be found, That he who hath not repented, and hath not believed, shall be damned. and he that Believeth shall be saved; but in the great day, it shall be found, That he who hath not repented, and hath not believed, shall be damned. cc pns31 cst vvz vmb vbi vvn; p-acp p-acp dt j n1, pn31 vmb vbi vvn, cst pns31 r-crq vhz xx vvn, cc vhz xx vvn, vmb vbi vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13256 One of these sinners, leaveth off his leud courses, falls to an external Discipline, readeth the Word, heareth the Word of God, applyeth himself to God by Prayer, beggeth of God an heart to repent, and to believe his Gospel: One of these Sinners, Leaveth off his lewd courses, falls to an external Discipline, readeth the Word, hears the Word of God, Applieth himself to God by Prayer, beggeth of God an heart to Repent, and to believe his Gospel: crd pp-f d n2, vvz a-acp po31 j n2, vvz p-acp dt j n1, vvz dt n1, vvz dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz px31 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vvz pp-f np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po31 n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13257 God hears him, gives him a power, gives him repentance unto Life, and a saving Faith in Christ; and he obtaineth everlasting Salvation. God hears him, gives him a power, gives him Repentance unto Life, and a Saving Faith in christ; and he obtaineth everlasting Salvation. np1 vvz pno31, vvz pno31 dt n1, vvz pno31 n1 p-acp n1, cc dt j-vvg n1 p-acp np1; cc pns31 vvz j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 643
13258 The other is mad of his Lusts, and after them he will go, let what will be the issue of it; The other is mad of his Lustiest, and After them he will go, let what will be the issue of it; dt n-jn vbz j pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp pno32 pns31 vmb vvi, vvb r-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13259 he will not read the Word, not hear that his Soul may live; he will not read the Word, not hear that his Soul may live; pns31 vmb xx vvi dt n1, xx vvi cst po31 n1 vmb vvi; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13260 nor so much as ask special Grace of God, not to plead with God for Faith, or Repentance; nor so much as ask special Grace of God, not to plead with God for Faith, or Repentance; ccx av av-d c-acp vvb j n1 pp-f np1, xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp n1, cc n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13261 God giveth them not to him, he dieth in his impenitency and unbelief: God throweth him into Hell, for his not repenting, not believing, according to his Word. God gives them not to him, he Dieth in his impenitency and unbelief: God throweth him into Hell, for his not repenting, not believing, according to his Word. np1 vvz pno32 xx p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz p-acp po31 n1 cc n1: np1 vvz pno31 p-acp n1, p-acp po31 xx vvg, xx vvg, vvg p-acp po31 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13262 Is there any unrighteousness with God in this case, more than in the Fathers dealing with the Child, upon the former Supposition? What pretence is there for it? The Sinner, you will say, could not repent, could not believe, without the special Grace of God, which was never given him. Is there any unrighteousness with God in this case, more than in the Father's dealing with the Child, upon the former Supposition? What pretence is there for it? The Sinner, you will say, could not Repent, could not believe, without the special Grace of God, which was never given him. vbz pc-acp d n1 p-acp np1 p-acp d n1, av-dc cs p-acp dt n2 vvg p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt j n1? q-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp pn31? dt n1, pn22 vmb vvi, vmd xx vvi, vmd xx vvi, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbds av-x vvn pno31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13263 No more could the Child buy those things the Father willed it to have, and come before him with, No more could the Child buy those things the Father willed it to have, and come before him with, av-dx dc vmd dt n1 vvb d n2 dt n1 vvd pn31 pc-acp vhi, cc vvb p-acp pno31 p-acp, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13264 unless the Father first gave it mony; the Child had no mony of its own: unless the Father First gave it money; the Child had no money of its own: cs dt n1 ord vvd pn31 n1; dt n1 vhd dx n1 pp-f po31 d: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13265 But the Child might have left its play, it might have read, and heard the Word, he might have come to God by Prayer; But the Child might have left its play, it might have read, and herd the Word, he might have come to God by Prayer; cc-acp dt n1 vmd vhi vvn po31 n1, pn31 vmd vhi vvn, cc vvd dt n1, pns31 vmd vhi vvn p-acp np1 p-acp n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13266 and begg'd of him a soft, and contrite heart, and a believing heart, he had power to do all this; and begged of him a soft, and contrite heart, and a believing heart, he had power to do all this; cc vvd pp-f pno31 dt j, cc j n1, cc dt j-vvg n1, pns31 vhd n1 pc-acp vdi d d; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13267 and had he done this, God had not been wanting to him in his further Grace. and had he done this, God had not been wanting to him in his further Grace. cc vhd pns31 vdn d, np1 vhd xx vbn vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 jc n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13268 To him that hath shall be given ((saith our Saviour) that is, to him that hath, and useth, and proveth what Gifts and Graces he hath as he ought to do, shall be given more Grace. To him that hath shall be given ((Says our Saviour) that is, to him that hath, and uses, and Proves what Gifts and Graces he hath as he ought to do, shall be given more Grace. p-acp pno31 cst vhz vmb vbi vvn ((vvz po12 n1) cst vbz, p-acp pno31 cst vhz, cc vvz, cc vvz r-crq n2 cc n2 pns31 vhz p-acp pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi, vmb vbi vvn dc n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13269 But this the poor wretch hath not done, but dieth an hard-hearted, an impenitent and unbelieving wretch; But this the poor wretch hath not done, but Dieth an hardhearted, an impenitent and unbelieving wretch; p-acp d dt j n1 vhz xx vdn, cc-acp vvz dt j, dt j cc vvg n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13270 what unrighteousness is there with God in his condemnation? he perisheth in his own iniquity; what unrighteousness is there with God in his condemnation? he Perishes in his own iniquity; r-crq n1 vbz a-acp p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1? pns31 vvz p-acp po31 d n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13271 his blood is upon his own head, his damnation lieth at his own door, his destruction is of himself, his help might have been from God, his blood is upon his own head, his damnation lies At his own door, his destruction is of himself, his help might have been from God, po31 n1 vbz p-acp po31 d n1, po31 n1 vvz p-acp po31 d n1, po31 n1 vbz pp-f px31, po31 n1 vmd vhi vbn p-acp np1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13272 if he had not been wanting to himself. if he had not been wanting to himself. cs pns31 vhd xx vbn vvg p-acp px31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13273 O sinful men, are not the Lords ways equal? Yes, yes, they are our own ways that are unequal; O sinful men, Are not the lords ways equal? Yes, yes, they Are our own ways that Are unequal; sy j n2, vbr xx dt n2 n2 j-jn? uh, uh, pns32 vbr po12 d n2 cst vbr j; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13274 the straight ways of the Lord, are only made crooked, by our idle fancies, our proud hearts, the straight ways of the Lord, Are only made crooked, by our idle fancies, our proud hearts, dt j n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr av-j vvn j, p-acp po12 j n2, po12 j n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13275 and corrupt reasons, and foolish misprisions. and corrupt Reasons, and foolish misprisions. cc j n2, cc j n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1342 Page 644
13276 Ʋse 4. In the last place, let me apply this discourse, by way of Exhortation, it will afford matter of Exhortation. 1. To the people of God. 2. To the men of the World, those I mean that are not yet converted unto God. 1. To Gods People. Ʋse 4. In the last place, let me apply this discourse, by Way of Exhortation, it will afford matter of Exhortation. 1. To the people of God. 2. To the men of the World, those I mean that Are not yet converted unto God. 1. To God's People. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, vvb pno11 vvi d n1, p-acp n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vmb vvi n1 pp-f n1. crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d pns11 vvb cst vbr xx av vvn p-acp np1. crd p-acp ng1 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1343 Page 644
13277 1. To you it speaketh, to make you more afraid of sin for the time to come. 1. To you it speaks, to make you more afraid of since for the time to come. crd p-acp pn22 pn31 vvz, pc-acp vvi pn22 av-dc j pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 644
13278 Sin in Scripture is ordinarily resembled by sickness, and a disease. since in Scripture is ordinarily resembled by sickness, and a disease. n1 p-acp n1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n1, cc dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 644
13279 Now what is true of sickness is true of Sin, every sickness is not unto death; Now what is true of sickness is true of since, every sickness is not unto death; av q-crq vbz j pp-f n1 vbz j pp-f n1, d n1 vbz xx p-acp n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 644
13280 but every sickness hath something of death in it; it leadeth to the Grave: it is not the last stroke, at the giving of which, the Tree falleth; but every sickness hath something of death in it; it leads to the Grave: it is not the last stroke, At the giving of which, the Tree falls; cc-acp d n1 vhz pi pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; pn31 vvz p-acp dt j: pn31 vbz xx dt ord n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f r-crq, dt n1 vvz; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 644
13281 but it is a blow, in order to the fall of it. Every sin doth not bring forth death; but it is a blow, in order to the fallen of it. Every since does not bring forth death; cc-acp pn31 vbz dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. np1 n1 vdz xx vvi av n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13282 yea as to you, No sin shall bring forth death; because Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that are in Jesus Christ; yea as to you, No since shall bring forth death; Because Rom. 8.1. There is no condemnation to them that Are in jesus christ; uh a-acp p-acp pn22, dx n1 vmb vvi av n1; c-acp np1 crd. pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 cst vbr p-acp np1 np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13283 but every sin hath something of the nature of a self-ruining, and destruction in it. The wages of every sin is death; but every since hath something of the nature of a self-ruining, and destruction in it. The wages of every since is death; cc-acp d n1 vhz pi pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j, cc n1 p-acp pn31. dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbz n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13284 the natural tendency of every sin is unto death. It is the Gift and Free-Grace of God that as to you prevents it; the natural tendency of every since is unto death. It is the Gift and Free-Grace of God that as to you prevents it; dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vbz p-acp n1. pn31 vbz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 cst c-acp p-acp pn22 vvz pn31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13285 and although your sins do not bring forth an Eternal ruine and destruction to you, and although your Sins do not bring forth an Eternal ruin and destruction to you, cc cs po22 n2 vdb xx vvi av dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pn22, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13286 because the Blood of Christ, and the Intercession of Christ hath prevented, and will prevent that; Because the Blood of christ, and the Intercession of christ hath prevented, and will prevent that; c-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn, cc vmb vvi d; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13287 yet your sins may bring forth many lesser deaths to you: yet your Sins may bring forth many lesser death's to you: av po22 n2 vmb vvi av d jc n2 p-acp pn22: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13288 for them, you may be in deaths often; for them there may be a death of your peace, and comforts: for them, you may be in death's often; for them there may be a death of your peace, and comforts: p-acp pno32, pn22 vmb vbi p-acp n2 av; p-acp pno32 pc-acp vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13289 as there are no temporal Evils, which sin may not bring upon the people of God; as there Are no temporal Evils, which since may not bring upon the people of God; c-acp a-acp vbr dx j n2-jn, r-crq n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13290 so there are few spiritual Evils on this side of Hell, to which it doth not subject them: so there Are few spiritual Evils on this side of Hell, to which it does not Subject them: av a-acp vbr d j n2-jn p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vdz xx vvi pno32: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13291 So that although you be not under the danger of an Eternal ruine, yet you are under the danger of so many deaths, So that although you be not under the danger of an Eternal ruin, yet you Are under the danger of so many death's, av cst cs pn22 vbb xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, av pn22 vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f av d n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13292 so many destructions, as may justly lay a Law upon you, and make you afraid of sinning against God. so many destructions, as may justly lay a Law upon you, and make you afraid of sinning against God. av d n2, c-acp vmb av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn22, cc vvb pn22 j pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1344 Page 645
13293 2. But Secondly, This calleth to all of you, to admire the Divine Grace by which you are saved. 2. But Secondly, This calls to all of you, to admire the Divine Grace by which you Are saved. crd p-acp ord, d vvz p-acp d pp-f pn22, pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp r-crq pn22 vbr vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13294 I hope it is the portion of many of you to whom I am speaking, you are not yet got up to the new Hierusalem, but you are in the right way that leadeth thereunto. I hope it is the portion of many of you to whom I am speaking, you Are not yet god up to the new Jerusalem, but you Are in the right Way that leads thereunto. pns11 vvb pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d pp-f pn22 p-acp ro-crq pns11 vbm vvg, pn22 vbr xx av vvn a-acp p-acp dt j np1, p-acp pn22 vbr p-acp dt j-jn n1 cst vvz av. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13295 O cry, Grace, Grace, unto the hand which set you upon that Shore. O cry, Grace, Grace, unto the hand which Set you upon that Shore. sy vvb, n1, n1, p-acp dt n1 r-crq vvd pn22 p-acp d n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13296 It is true of you, you also by sin had destroyed your selves, by Grace you are saved; It is true of you, you also by since had destroyed your selves, by Grace you Are saved; pn31 vbz j pp-f pn22, pn22 av p-acp n1 vhd vvn po22 n2, p-acp n1 pn22 vbr vvn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13297 you were once Fire-brands, as well as any others; you were once Firebrands, as well as any Others; pn22 vbdr a-acp n2, c-acp av c-acp d n2-jn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13298 are you now brands pluckt out of the Fire? It was the hand of Grace, that pluck'd you out. Are you now brands plucked out of the Fire? It was the hand of Grace, that plucked you out. vbr pn22 av n2 vvd av pp-f dt n1? pn31 vbds dt n1 pp-f n1, cst vvd pn22 av. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13299 You hath he quickned (saith the Apostle, Ephes. 2.1.) who were dead in Trespasses and sins. You hath he quickened (Says the Apostle, Ephesians 2.1.) who were dead in Trespasses and Sins. pn22 vhz pns31 vvn (vvz dt n1, np1 crd.) r-crq vbdr j p-acp n2 cc n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13300 Amongst whom also we had our conversation of old according to the Lusts of the Flesh; among whom also we had our Conversation of old according to the Lustiest of the Flesh; p-acp ro-crq av pns12 vhd po12 n1 pp-f j vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13301 you also were once acted by the Prince of the Air, who yet worketh in the Children of Disobedience; you also were once acted by the Prince of the Air, who yet works in the Children of Disobedience; pn22 av vbdr a-acp vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq av vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13302 and were by Nature, the Children of Wrath, as much as others. and were by Nature, the Children of Wrath, as much as Others. cc vbdr p-acp n1, dt n2 pp-f n1, c-acp d c-acp n2-jn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13303 It is a sweet, though in some sence, a bitter meditation to cast a thought back, and think, Lord! It is a sweet, though in Some sense, a bitter meditation to cast a Thought back, and think, Lord! pn31 vbz dt j, cs p-acp d n1, dt j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 av, cc vvi, n1! (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13304 How had I also destroyed my self? How near was I going to the Pit of Eternal ruine and destruction? Nay, How had I also destroyed my self? How near was I going to the Pit of Eternal ruin and destruction? Nay, np1 vhd pns11 av vvd po11 n1? c-crq av-j vbds pns11 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1 cc n1? uh-x, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13305 how often yet is our Salvation from God? We are every day destroying our selves, we lye down with sin enough to justify God in destroying us before the Morning; how often yet is our Salvation from God? We Are every day destroying our selves, we lie down with since enough to justify God in destroying us before the Morning; q-crq av av vbz po12 n1 p-acp np1? pns12 vbr d n1 vvg po12 n2, pns12 vvb a-acp p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 645
13306 and rise up every day with sin enough to justify God in destroying us before the Evening. By Grace we are saved. and rise up every day with since enough to justify God in destroying us before the Evening. By Grace we Are saved. cc vvb a-acp d n1 p-acp n1 av-d pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1. p-acp n1 pns12 vbr vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1345 Page 646
13307 2. But Secondly, let me speak to those which can have no such good hope through Grace. 2. But Secondly, let me speak to those which can have no such good hope through Grace. crd p-acp ord, vvb pno11 vvi p-acp d r-crq vmb vhi dx d j n1 p-acp n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13308 They yet are in their natural State and condition, in the Gall of bitterness, and in the very bands of iniquity. They yet Are in their natural State and condition, in the Gall of bitterness, and in the very bans of iniquity. pns32 av vbr p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13309 Sirs, it is that which I have often told you, and I wish the sound of it may never be out of your Ears; Sirs, it is that which I have often told you, and I wish the found of it may never be out of your Ears; np1, pn31 vbz d r-crq pns11 vhb av vvn pn22, cc pns11 vvb dt n1 pp-f pn31 vmb av-x vbi av pp-f po22 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13310 you are Creatures ordained to Eternity, when you dye, you dye not like brute-Beasts; Death will not determine your beings, you shall be either Eternally happy, or Eternally miserable: you Are Creatures ordained to Eternity, when you die, you die not like brute-Beasts; Death will not determine your beings, you shall be either Eternally happy, or Eternally miserable: pn22 vbr n2 vvn p-acp n1, c-crq pn22 vvb, pn22 vvb xx av-j n2; n1 vmb xx vvi po22 n2, pn22 vmb vbi av-d av-j j, cc av-j j: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13311 All that I have to say to you, is to plead with you, that you would not ruine your selves; All that I have to say to you, is to plead with you, that you would not ruin your selves; d cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22, vbz p-acp vvb p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmd xx vvi po22 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13312 and let me tell you, that if ever you perish, it must be because you have destroyed your selves. and let me tell you, that if ever you perish, it must be Because you have destroyed your selves. cc vvb pno11 vvi pn22, cst cs av pn22 vvb, pn31 vmb vbi c-acp pn22 vhb vvn po22 n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13313 Do not fright your selves with thoughts of Gods eternal decrees: secret things belong to God, revealed things to us. Do not fright your selves with thoughts of God's Eternal decrees: secret things belong to God, revealed things to us. vdb xx vvi po22 n2 p-acp n2 pp-f n2 j n2: n-jn n2 vvb p-acp np1, vvd n2 p-acp pno12. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13314 Whatever Gods secret counsels and purposes be, this is his revealed will; The Soul that sinneth, and that alone shall dye. Whatever God's secret Counsels and Purposes be, this is his revealed will; The Soul that Sinneth, and that alone shall die. r-crq n2 j-jn n2 cc n2 vbb, d vbz po31 vvn n1; dt n1 cst vvz, cc cst av-j vmb vvi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13315 Trouble not your selves with any such thoughts as these, If I be not elected, do what I will, I shall be damned; Trouble not your selves with any such thoughts as these, If I be not elected, do what I will, I shall be damned; vvb xx po22 n2 p-acp d d n2 c-acp d, cs pns11 vbb xx vvn, vdb r-crq pns11 vmb, pns11 vmb vbi vvn; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13316 If God hath cast me off, I shall labour in vain; If God hath cast me off, I shall labour in vain; cs np1 vhz vvn pno11 a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp j; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13317 It is the Sluggard (saith Solomon ) which saith, There is a Lion in the way. It is the Sluggard (Says Solomon) which Says, There is a lion in the Way. pn31 vbz dt n1 (vvz np1) r-crq vvz, a-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13318 We cannot ascend up into Heaven, to search Gods Books, there is no need of it. We cannot ascend up into Heaven, to search God's Books, there is no need of it. pns12 vmbx vvb a-acp p-acp n1, pc-acp vvi npg1 n2, pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f pn31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13319 The Word is near us, even in our mouths; The Word is near us, even in our mouths; dt n1 vbz av-j pno12, av p-acp po12 n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13320 that telleth us, that God never destroyeth any Soul, but the meritorious cause of it is in himself: that Telleth us, that God never Destroyeth any Soul, but the meritorious cause of it is in himself: cst vvz pno12, cst np1 av-x vvz d n1, cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f pn31 vbz p-acp px31: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13321 and this we know, that all sin is voluntary; O then, take heed of destroying your selves, by wilful, and presumptuous sinning against God. and this we know, that all since is voluntary; Oh then, take heed of destroying your selves, by wilful, and presumptuous sinning against God. cc d pns12 vvb, cst d n1 vbz j-jn; uh av, vvb n1 pp-f vvg po22 n2, p-acp j, cc j vvg p-acp np1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13322 Nature teacheth every Man, to look to himself, as to his Life, Health, Estate; Nature Teaches every Man, to look to himself, as to his Life, Health, Estate; n1 vvz d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp px31, c-acp p-acp po31 n1, n1, n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13323 and shall not our reasonable Nature, instructed by the Word of God, prompt us to take care of our selves, and shall not our reasonable Nature, instructed by the Word of God, prompt us to take care of our selves, cc vmb xx po12 j n1, vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb pno12 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f po12 n2, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13324 as to our Eternal Interest? You will say unto me, what shall we do, that we may not de destroyed; for who liveth, as to our Eternal Interest? You will say unto me, what shall we do, that we may not the destroyed; for who lives, c-acp p-acp po12 j n1? pn22 vmb vvi p-acp pno11, q-crq vmb pns12 vdi, cst pns12 vmb xx dt vvn; p-acp r-crq vvz, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13325 and sinneth not against God? I have before told you, that in Scripture I find three Answers to this Question. and Sinneth not against God? I have before told you, that in Scripture I find three Answers to this Question. cc vvz xx p-acp np1? pns11 vhb a-acp vvn pn22, cst p-acp n1 pns11 vvb crd n2 p-acp d n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13326 The one is that of St. Peters, Acts 2.31. Repent and be Baptized; another is that of St. Paul, Acts 16.31. Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. The one is that of Saint Peter's, Acts 2.31. repent and be Baptised; Another is that of Saint Paul, Acts 16.31. Believe in the Lord jesus christ, and thou shalt be saved. dt pi vbz d pp-f n1 npg1, n2 crd. vvb cc vbi j-vvn; j-jn vbz d pp-f n1 np1, n2 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc pns21 vm2 vbi vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13327 The other, is that of our Saviour, to the young Man, asking him, What good thing he should do, that he might inherit Everlasting Life. The other, is that of our Saviour, to the young Man, asking him, What good thing he should do, that he might inherit Everlasting Life. dt n-jn, vbz d pp-f po12 n1, p-acp dt j n1, vvg pno31, q-crq j n1 pns31 vmd vdi, cst pns31 vmd vvi j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13328 Saith our Saviour, Keep the Commandments. Those three Texts will give you compleat directions. Says our Saviour, Keep the commandments. Those three Texts will give you complete directions. vvz po12 n1, vvb dt n2. d crd n2 vmb vvi pn22 j n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1346 Page 646
13329 1. Keep the Commandments. You will reply, but you tell us, that no Man is able to keep the Commandments; 1. Keep the commandments. You will reply, but you tell us, that no Man is able to keep the commandments; crd vvb dt n2. pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp pn22 vvb pno12, cst dx n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi dt n2; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1347 Page 646
13330 but because you cannot do all which God doth require, can you do nothing? Well, but Because you cannot do all which God does require, can you do nothing? Well, cc-acp c-acp pn22 vmbx vdi d r-crq np1 vdz vvi, vmb pn22 vdi pix? av, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1347 Page 647
13331 but you will say, Shall we be saved if we do all that we can to keep the Moral Law? I Answer, No, What then? but you will say, Shall we be saved if we do all that we can to keep the Moral Law? I Answer, No, What then? cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, vmb pns12 vbi vvn cs pns12 vdb d cst pns12 vmb p-acp vvi dt j n1? pns11 vvb, uh-dx, q-crq av? (53) sermon (DIV3) 1347 Page 647
13332 2. St. Peter tells you, Acts 2.38. Repent, and be Baptized: 2. Saint Peter tells you, Acts 2.38. repent, and be Baptised: crd n1 np1 vvz pn22, n2 crd. vvb, cc vbi j-vvn: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1348 Page 647
13333 you will reply, but it is God who must give repentance unto life. True, we say, God must change the heart; you will reply, but it is God who must give Repentance unto life. True, we say, God must change the heart; pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp pn31 vbz np1 q-crq vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1. j, pns12 vvb, np1 vmb vvi dt n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1348 Page 647
13334 the Blackamore cannot change his skin, nor the Leopard his spots: the Blackamoor cannot change his skin, nor the Leopard his spots: dt n1 vmbx vvi po31 n1, ccx dt n1 po31 n2: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1348 Page 647
13335 But cannot you consider your sins? Cannot you turn from open sins? Do what in you lieth in order to your Repentance: But cannot you Consider your Sins? Cannot you turn from open Sins? Do what in you lies in order to your Repentance: cc-acp vmbx pn22 vvi po22 n2? vmbx pn22 vvi p-acp j n2? vdb r-crq n1 pn22 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp po22 n1: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1348 Page 647
13336 Well, but you will say, If we do this, Is this enough? I Answer, No, What then? Well, but you will say, If we do this, Is this enough? I Answer, No, What then? av, cc-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs pns12 vdb d, vbz d d? pns11 vvb, uh-dx, q-crq av? (53) sermon (DIV3) 1348 Page 647
13337 3. St. Paul telleth you, Act. 16. Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, and you shall be saved: 3. Saint Paul Telleth you, Act. 16. Believe in the Lord jesus christ, and you shall be saved: crd n1 np1 vvz pn22, n1 crd vvb p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, cc pn22 vmb vbi vvn: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13338 Still, you will say, But is not Faith the gift of God? Have we a power to believe? We Answer, No, It must be given to men on the behalf of Christ to believe; Still, you will say, But is not Faith the gift of God? Have we a power to believe? We Answer, No, It must be given to men on the behalf of christ to believe; av, pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp vbz xx n1 dt n1 pp-f np1? vhb pns12 dt n1 pc-acp vvi? pns12 vvb, uh-dx, pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13339 But cannot you read the Word of God? Cannot you come and hear the Word preached? When you have heard it, Cannot you meditate therein? Cannot you apply your souls to the Word, But cannot you read the Word of God? Cannot you come and hear the Word preached? When you have herd it, Cannot you meditate therein? Cannot you apply your Souls to the Word, cc-acp vmbx pn22 vvi dt n1 pp-f np1? vmbx pn22 vvi cc vvi dt n1 vvn? c-crq pn22 vhb vvn pn31, vmbx pn22 vvi av? vmbx pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13340 though it be Gods work to apply the Word to your souls, and make it to dwell in you? Cannot you beg of God a power to believe? God will not be wanting to that soul, that is not first wanting to it self. though it be God's work to apply the Word to your Souls, and make it to dwell in you? Cannot you beg of God a power to believe? God will not be wanting to that soul, that is not First wanting to it self. cs pn31 vbb ng1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po22 n2, cc vvi pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22? vmbx pn22 vvi pp-f np1 dt n1 pc-acp vvi? np1 vmb xx vbi vvg p-acp d n1, cst vbz xx ord vvg p-acp pn31 n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13341 The difference betwixt us, and the bold Patrons of free-will, lies here: The difference betwixt us, and the bold Patrons of freewill, lies Here: dt n1 p-acp pno12, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1, vvz av: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13342 They hold, that a man hath a natural power and ability to actions formally, and spiritually good: They hold, that a man hath a natural power and ability to actions formally, and spiritually good: pns32 vvb, cst dt n1 vhz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 av-j, cc av-j j: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13343 This we deny, but yet say, That man hath a power to actions that are morally, and materially good: This we deny, but yet say, That man hath a power to actions that Are morally, and materially good: d pns12 vvb, cc-acp av vvb, cst n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp n2 cst vbr av-j, cc av-jn j: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13344 and if he would go about as far as his Natural power would help him, though indeed he could merit nothing at the hand of God; and if he would go about as Far as his Natural power would help him, though indeed he could merit nothing At the hand of God; cc cs pns31 vmd vvi a-acp c-acp av-j c-acp po31 j n1 vmd vvi pno31, cs av pns31 vmd vvi pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13345 We do not believe, that God would be wanting to him, as to habits of spiritual and effectual grace. We do not believe, that God would be wanting to him, as to habits of spiritual and effectual grace. pns12 vdb xx vvi, cst np1 vmd vbi vvg p-acp pno31, c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f j cc j n1. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13346 Now this is that which I am pleading with you for, that you might not destroy you selves. Now this is that which I am pleading with you for, that you might not destroy you selves. av d vbz d r-crq pns11 vbm vvg p-acp pn22 p-acp, cst pn22 vmd xx vvi pn22 n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1349 Page 647
13347 1. That you would not give your self a liberty, and let your selves loose to do things contrary to the Law of God, wherein you might restrain your selves. 1. That you would not give your self a liberty, and let your selves lose to do things contrary to the Law of God, wherein you might restrain your selves. crd cst pn22 vmd xx vvi po22 n1 dt n1, cc vvb po22 n2 j pc-acp vdi n2 j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq pn22 vmd vvi po22 n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1350 Page 647
13348 2. That you would not neglect to do those things which God requireth of you, and which are in your power to do. 2. That you would not neglect to do those things which God requires of you, and which Are in your power to do. crd cst pn22 vmd xx vvi pc-acp vdi d n2 r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pn22, cc q-crq vbr p-acp po22 n1 pc-acp vdi. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1351 Page 647
13349 I shall conclude this, but with Two very weighty considerations. I shall conclude this, but with Two very weighty considerations. pns11 vmb vvi d, cc-acp p-acp crd av j n2. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1351 Page 647
13350 1. No punishment is more justly and smartly inflicted, than that which a man hath chosen, and wilfully brought upon himself; 1. No punishment is more justly and smartly inflicted, than that which a man hath chosen, and wilfully brought upon himself; crd dx n1 vbz av-dc av-j cc av-j vvn, cs d r-crq dt n1 vhz vvn, cc av-j vvn p-acp px31; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1352 Page 647
13351 when a man hath chosen death rather than life, and judged himself unworthy of everlasting life, and despised his own mercy; when a man hath chosen death rather than life, and judged himself unworthy of everlasting life, and despised his own mercy; c-crq dt n1 vhz vvn n1 av-c cs n1, cc vvd px31 j pp-f j n1, cc vvd po31 d n1; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1352 Page 647
13352 certainly every man must say, he is justly punished, and adjudged to that portion which he hath chosen to himself. Certainly every man must say, he is justly punished, and adjudged to that portion which he hath chosen to himself. av-j d n1 vmb vvi, pns31 vbz av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp d n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp px31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1352 Page 647
13353 2. Secondly, As no punishment is so justly and smartly inflicted, so none is more intolerable to be born. 2. Secondly, As no punishment is so justly and smartly inflicted, so none is more intolerable to be born. crd ord, c-acp dx n1 vbz av av-j cc av-j vvn, av pix vbz av-dc j pc-acp vbi vvn. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13354 There will be in Hell another fire which shall never go out; but this will be the worm that shall never die: There will be in Hell Another fire which shall never go out; but this will be the worm that shall never die: a-acp vmb vbi p-acp n1 j-jn n1 r-crq vmb av-x vvi av; cc-acp d vmb vbi dt n1 cst vmb av-x vvi: (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13355 I have done, and shall shut up my Discourse with the words of Moses: I have this day set before you life and death, blessing and cursing. I have done, and shall shut up my Discourse with the words of Moses: I have this day Set before you life and death, blessing and cursing. pns11 vhb vdn, cc vmb vvi a-acp po11 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: pns11 vhi d n1 vvn p-acp pn22 n1 cc n1, n1 cc vvg. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13356 I have told you which way you must go down into the pit of destruction, if ever you come there; I have told you which Way you must go down into the pit of destruction, if ever you come there; pns11 vhb vvn pn22 r-crq n1 pn22 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs av pn22 vvb a-acp; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13357 you must of your selves go into it: O let not your destruction be of your selves, especially considering what God hath done, you must of your selves go into it: Oh let not your destruction be of your selves, especially considering what God hath done, pn22 vmb pp-f po22 n2 vvb p-acp pn31: uh vvb xx po22 n1 vbi pp-f po22 n2, av-j vvg r-crq np1 vhz vdn, (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13358 and what he is daily doing; and what he is daily doing; cc r-crq pns31 vbz j vdg; (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13359 to evidence that in him is your help, if you will apply your selves unto him. to evidence that in him is your help, if you will apply your selves unto him. p-acp n1 cst p-acp pno31 vbz po22 n1, cs pn22 vmb vvi po22 n2 p-acp pno31. (53) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13360 SERMON LI. Rom. 2.12. For, as many as have sinned without the Law, shall also perish without the Law, SERMON LI Rom. 2.12. For, as many as have sinned without the Law, shall also perish without the Law, n1 crd np1 crd. p-acp, c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb av vvi p-acp dt n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1353 Page 648
13362 THE business I am upon (as you know) is the expounding some hard Chapters in the Book of Divine Providence; THE business I am upon (as you know) is the expounding Some hard Chapters in the Book of Divine Providence; dt n1 pns11 vbm a-acp (c-acp pn22 vvb) vbz dt vvg d j n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1354 Page 648
13363 I am upon the last head, upon which I propounded to speak to some appearing difficulties, viz. Gods unequal dispensations of Grace, whether such as are more common, or such as are more special and saving, as a basis to this Discourse: I am upon the last head, upon which I propounded to speak to Some appearing difficulties, viz. God's unequal dispensations of Grace, whither such as Are more Common, or such as Are more special and Saving, as a basis to this Discourse: pns11 vbm p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp d j-vvg n2, n1 npg1 j n2 pp-f n1, cs d c-acp vbr dc j, cc d c-acp vbr dc j cc vvg, p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1354 Page 648
13364 I have premised, and handled Two preliminary Propositions. I have premised, and handled Two preliminary Propositions. pns11 vhb vvn, cc vvd crd n1 n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1354 Page 648
13365 1. Prop. That God in the dispensations of his grace, acteth by Prerogative in a way of Soveraignty, freely, and unaccountably. 1. Prop. That God in the dispensations of his grace, Acts by Prerogative in a Way of Sovereignty, freely, and unaccountably. crd np1 cst np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vvz p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j, cc av-j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1355 Page 648
13366 2. Prop. That in his paenal dispensations of this nature, he never proceedeth but justly upon the previous demerits of sinners. 2. Prop. That in his penal dispensations of this nature, he never Proceedeth but justly upon the previous demerits of Sinners. crd np1 cst p-acp po31 j n2 pp-f d n1, pns31 av-x vvz cc-acp av-j p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1356 Page 648
13367 I now come to speak to some Questions relating to these dispensations of Divine Providence. I now come to speak to Some Questions relating to these dispensations of Divine Providence. pns11 av vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 vvg p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1357 Page 649
13368 The Two first of this nature, which I shall speak to, relate to Gods unequal distributions of common grace, but such as are spiritual means, in order to the obtaining of special and effectual grace; The Two First of this nature, which I shall speak to, relate to God's unequal distributions of Common grace, but such as Are spiritual means, in order to the obtaining of special and effectual grace; dt crd ord pp-f d n1, r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp, vvb p-acp npg1 j n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp d c-acp vbr j n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j cc j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1357 Page 649
13369 and his unequal distributions of special and effectual grace, without which none can be saved: and his unequal distributions of special and effectual grace, without which none can be saved: cc po31 j n2 pp-f j cc j n1, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1357 Page 649
13370 I shall put both these together, and for a short Discourse upon these, I have made choice of this Text. I shall put both these together, and for a short Discourse upon these, I have made choice of this Text. pns11 vmb vvi d d av, cc p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d, pns11 vhb vvn n1 pp-f d np1 (54) sermon (DIV3) 1357 Page 649
13371 The business of the Apostle in this excellent Epistle, is to establish the great Doctrine of the Gospel, concerning the Justification of the soul before God by the righteousness of Christ, on Gods part imputed, and reckoned to sinners; The business of the Apostle in this excellent Epistle, is to establish the great Doctrine of the Gospel, Concerning the Justification of the soul before God by the righteousness of christ, on God's part imputed, and reckoned to Sinners; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d j n1, vbz pc-acp vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp npg1 n1 vvn, cc vvn p-acp n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13372 and on mans part, apprehended, and applied by Faith; and on men part, apprehended, and applied by Faith; cc p-acp ng1 n1, vvn, cc vvd p-acp n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13373 in opposition to the Doctrine of the Doctors of the Jews, who held the Justification of the Soul by the works of the Law: In opposition to whom he had laid down his grand Proposition, Rom. 1.17. That the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith: in opposition to the Doctrine of the Doctors of the jews, who held the Justification of the Soul by the works of the Law: In opposition to whom he had laid down his grand Proposition, Rom. 1.17. That the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith: p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt np2, r-crq vvd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1: p-acp n1 p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhd vvn a-acp po31 j n1, np1 crd. cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13374 That is, That righteousness wherein a Soul another day, must stand just and righteous before God, is not a righteousness of our own, arising from our performance of the Law; That is, That righteousness wherein a Soul Another day, must stand just and righteous before God, is not a righteousness of our own, arising from our performance of the Law; cst vbz, cst n1 c-crq dt n1 j-jn n1, vmb vvi j cc j p-acp np1, vbz xx dt n1 pp-f po12 d, vvg p-acp po12 n1 pp-f dt n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13375 but the righteousness of Christ revealed in the Gospel, which is apprehended, and made ours by Faith. but the righteousness of christ revealed in the Gospel, which is apprehended, and made ours by Faith. cc-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz vvn, cc vvd png12 p-acp n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13376 His first Argument by which he proveth this, is, obvious to any considerate Reader: If any be justified by works, they must either be the Gentiles, or the Jews; but neither are the works of the Gentiles, such, as will justifie them: His First Argument by which he Proves this, is, obvious to any considerate Reader: If any be justified by works, they must either be the Gentiles, or the jews; but neither Are the works of the Gentiles, such, as will justify them: po31 ord n1 p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz d, vbz, j p-acp d j n1: cs d vbb vvn p-acp n2, pns32 vmb d vbi dt n2-j, cc dt np2; p-acp d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n2-j, d, c-acp vmb vvi pno32: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13377 Nor are the works of the Jews, such, as will justifie them. As to the Gentiles, he proveth at large, Chap. 1. That their works were such, Nor Are the works of the jews, such, as will justify them. As to the Gentiles, he Proves At large, Chap. 1. That their works were such, ccx vbr dt n2 pp-f dt np2, d, c-acp vmb vvi pno32. p-acp p-acp dt n2-j, pns31 vvz p-acp j, np1 crd d po32 n2 vbdr d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13823 All humane actions you know require time, and a proportion of time according to the work. All humane actions you know require time, and a proportion of time according to the work. d j n2 pn22 vvb vvi n1, cc dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1405 Page 671
13378 as were so far from Justifying them, That the wrath of God was revealed against them; as were so Far from Justifying them, That the wrath of God was revealed against them; c-acp vbdr av av-j p-acp vvg pno32, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vbds vvn p-acp pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13379 for the wrath of God is revealed against all the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men; for the wrath of God is revealed against all the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men; p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz vvn p-acp d dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13380 and, as he at large sheweth, the works of the Heathen were works of most notorious ungodliness, and unrighteousness; and, as he At large shows, the works of the Heathen were works of most notorious ungodliness, and unrighteousness; cc, c-acp pns31 p-acp j vvz, dt n2 pp-f dt j-jn vbdr n2 pp-f ds j n1, cc n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13381 and therefore could not possibly justifie them. So in this Chapter he proveth that the works of the Jews were not such, and Therefore could not possibly justify them. So in this Chapter he Proves that the works of the jews were not such, cc av vmd xx av-j vvi pno32. av p-acp d n1 pns31 vvz cst dt n2 pp-f dt np2 vbdr xx d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13382 as could justifie them before God; for though they condemned others for sins, yet they did as bad themselves. as could justify them before God; for though they condemned Others for Sins, yet they did as bad themselves. c-acp vmd vvi pno32 p-acp np1; c-acp cs pns32 vvd n2-jn p-acp n2, av pns32 vdd p-acp av-j px32. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13383 From Vers. 11. He taketh away all pretence of Justification by works, both from the Jews and from the Gentiles: For the Gentiles, he saith, they had not the Law; From Vers. 11. He Takes away all pretence of Justification by works, both from the jews and from the Gentiles: For the Gentiles, he Says, they had not the Law; p-acp np1 crd pns31 vvz av d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, d p-acp dt np2 cc p-acp dt np1: p-acp dt n2-j, pns31 vvz, pns32 vhd xx dt n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13384 For the Jews they indeed had the Law, but they broke it: For the jews they indeed had the Law, but they broke it: p-acp dt np2 pns32 av vhd dt n1, cc-acp pns32 vvd pn31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13385 Now, saith he, There is no respect of persons with God, those that sin shall perish; Now, Says he, There is no respect of Persons with God, those that since shall perish; av, vvz pns31, a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1, d cst n1 vmb vvi; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 649
13386 let them sin with the Law, or without the Law: For (saith he in my Text) as many as have sinned without Law, shall also perish without Law, let them sin with the Law, or without the Law: For (Says he in my Text) as many as have sinned without Law, shall also perish without Law, vvb pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1: c-acp (vvz pns31 p-acp po11 n1) p-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp n1, vmb av vvi p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13387 and as many as have sinned in the Law, shall be judged by the Law. and as many as have sinned in the Law, shall be judged by the Law. cc c-acp d c-acp vhb vvn p-acp dt n1, vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13388 By the Law is here plainly understood the Word of God, which God hath given us to be a light unto our feet, By the Law is Here plainly understood the Word of God, which God hath given us to be a Light unto our feet, p-acp dt n1 vbz av av-j vvd dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno12 pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13389 and a lanthern to our paths; a light to shew us the way to Heaven: and a lantern to our paths; a Light to show us the Way to Heaven: cc dt n1 p-acp po12 n2; dt n1 pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 p-acp n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13390 Here is plainly imply'd, That as some sinners perish having the Word of God, and the external means of Salvation; Here is plainly implied, That as Some Sinners perish having the Word of God, and the external means of Salvation; av vbz av-j vvn, cst p-acp d n2 vvb vhg dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n2 pp-f n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13391 so others perish having not the Law and Word of God, nor the outward and ordinary means which God hath appointed in order to the obtaining of eternal life and salvation. 2. In both these dispensations God is just, so Others perish having not the Law and Word of God, nor the outward and ordinary means which God hath appointed in order to the obtaining of Eternal life and salvation. 2. In both these dispensations God is just, av n2-jn vvb vhg xx dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, ccx dt j cc j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n1 cc n1. crd p-acp d d n2 np1 vbz j, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13392 for there is no respect of persons with God. Now hence arise Two Questions, 1. Quest. for there is no respect of Persons with God. Now hence arise Two Questions, 1. Quest. c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1. av av vvi crd n2, crd n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1358 Page 650
13393 Whether God granteth to all men sufficient aids and assistances, or means of Grace in order to their Salvation. 2. Quest. Whither God grants to all men sufficient aids and assistances, or means of Grace in order to their Salvation. 2. Quest. cs np1 vvz p-acp d n2 j n2 cc n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1. crd n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1359 Page 650
13394 If God doth not grant unto all men sufficient means, aids, and assistances of Grace, in order to their Salvation: If God does not grant unto all men sufficient means, aids, and assistances of Grace, in order to their Salvation: cs np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n2 j n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1360 Page 650
13395 how he can be just in the condemnation of any, to whom he hath not given, such a sufficiency of means. 1. Quest. how he can be just in the condemnation of any, to whom he hath not given, such a sufficiency of means. 1. Quest. c-crq pns31 vmb vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn, d dt n1 pp-f n2. crd n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1360 Page 650
13396 Whether God granteth unto all men sufficient means of Grace, in order to their Salvation? Whither God grants unto all men sufficient means of Grace, in order to their Salvation? cs np1 vvz p-acp d n2 j n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1? (54) sermon (DIV3) 1361 Page 650
13397 We affirm that he hath not. But here we have many Adversaries, to encounter. We affirm that he hath not. But Here we have many Adversaries, to encounter. pns12 vvb cst pns31 vhz xx. p-acp av pns12 vhb d n2, pc-acp vvi. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1362 Page 650
13419 2. Whether either those, or any of those to whom the Gospel is preached, have a sufficiency of means in order to their Salvation, 2. Whither either those, or any of those to whom the Gospel is preached, have a sufficiency of means in order to their Salvation, crd cs d d, cc d pp-f d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, vhb dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13398 There are some that affirm that there is a sufficiency of the means, aids, and assistances of Grace afforded to all men in order to their Salvation. There Are Some that affirm that there is a sufficiency of the means, aids, and assistances of Grace afforded to all men in order to their Salvation. pc-acp vbr d cst vvb cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1 vvd p-acp d n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1362 Page 650
13399 Some of the Arminians will not go thus far, but they affirm, That to all those to whom the Gospel is preached, some of the Arminians will not go thus Far, but they affirm, That to all those to whom the Gospel is preached, d pp-f dt njp2 vmb xx vvi av av-j, cc-acp pns32 vvb, cst p-acp d d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1362 Page 650
13400 and who are by the preaching of it called to Faith and Repentance, there is a sufficient grace given. and who Are by the preaching of it called to Faith and Repentance, there is a sufficient grace given. cc q-crq vbr p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31 vvd p-acp n1 cc n1, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 vvn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1362 Page 650
13401 Thus far we do agree as to this point of sufficient grace. Thus Far we do agree as to this point of sufficient grace. av av-j pns12 vdb vvi a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f j n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1362 Page 650
13402 1. That in our first Parent Adam, all mankind had sufficient grace, whether we respect external, or internal means; 1. That in our First Parent Adam, all mankind had sufficient grace, whither we respect external, or internal means; crd cst p-acp po12 ord n1 np1, d n1 vhd j n1, cs pns12 vvb j, cc j n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13403 he had a sufficient Revelation of the Will of God, and a sufficient power in himself, in his own will; he had a sufficient Revelation of the Will of God, and a sufficient power in himself, in his own will; pns31 vhd dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, cc dt j n1 p-acp px31, p-acp po31 d n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13404 in the rectitude of his own nature, to have made use of, and apply'd the Revelation he had of the Divine Will, in order to his Salvation; in the rectitude of his own nature, to have made use of, and applied the Revelation he had of the Divine Will, in order to his Salvation; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, pc-acp vhi vvn n1 pp-f, cc vvn dt n1 pns31 vhd pp-f dt j-jn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13405 and so all mankind had in him: and so all mankind had in him: cc av d n1 vhd p-acp pno31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13406 For as in Adam all died, so in Adam all men were at first a live, For as in Adam all died, so in Adam all men were At First a live, c-acp c-acp p-acp np1 av-d vvd, av p-acp np1 d n2 vbdr p-acp ord dt vvi, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13407 or they could not in the fall have died in him: or they could not in the fallen have died in him: cc pns32 vmd xx p-acp dt n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13408 The Question is not therefore of man, as he at first came out of the hand of God, The Question is not Therefore of man, as he At First Come out of the hand of God, dt n1 vbz xx av pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 p-acp ord vvd av pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13409 but of mankind in their lapsed estate, whether they have all such a sufficiency. but of mankind in their lapsed estate, whither they have all such a sufficiency. cc-acp pp-f n1 p-acp po32 vvn n1, cs pns32 vhb d d dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1363 Page 650
13410 2. Secondly, Neither is the Question about the sufficiency of external means as to all those to whom the Gospel is preached, and who have the Scriptures; 2. Secondly, Neither is the Question about the sufficiency of external means as to all those to whom the Gospel is preached, and who have the Scriptures; crd ord, av-dx vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 c-acp p-acp d d p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, cc q-crq vhb dt n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1364 Page 650
13411 we grant a perfection in them, and that they are able to make men wise unto Salvation: we grant a perfection in them, and that they Are able to make men wise unto Salvation: pns12 vvb dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc cst pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n2 j p-acp n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1364 Page 651
13412 the word of Faith, is a sufficient external means; this is again on all hands agreed betwixt us. the word of Faith, is a sufficient external means; this is again on all hands agreed betwixt us. dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt j j n2; d vbz av p-acp d n2 vvn p-acp pno12. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1364 Page 651
13413 3. Thirdly, It is out of doubt, that there is such a Revelation of the means of grace, 3. Thirdly, It is out of doubt, that there is such a Revelation of the means of grace, crd ord, pn31 vbz av pp-f n1, cst pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1365 Page 651
13414 as is sufficient for the manifestation of the Glory and Justice of God, which is the great end which God aimeth at in all his dispensations of Providence. as is sufficient for the manifestation of the Glory and justice of God, which is the great end which God aimeth At in all his dispensations of Providence. c-acp vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1365 Page 651
13415 4. Yea, and Fourthly, There is such a sufficiency of outward means, as is enough to keep up external order, 4. Yea, and Fourthly, There is such a sufficiency of outward means, as is enough to keep up external order, crd uh, cc ord, pc-acp vbz d dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp vbz d pc-acp vvi a-acp j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1366 Page 651
13416 and discipline in the world, in humane Societies; and as will render men inexcusable before God, Rom. 2.1. 5. Lastly, We do grant that there is a sufficiency of grace given to many that live in the world, even to as many as God hath fore-ordained to eternal life: and discipline in the world, in humane Societies; and as will render men inexcusable before God, Rom. 2.1. 5. Lastly, We do grant that there is a sufficiency of grace given to many that live in the world, even to as many as God hath foreordained to Eternal life: cc n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp j n2; cc a-acp vmb vvi n2 j p-acp np1, np1 crd. crd ord, pns12 vdb vvi cst a-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp d cst vvb p-acp dt n1, av p-acp p-acp d c-acp np1 vhz j p-acp j n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1366 Page 651
13417 But still there are Two Questions behind. But still there Are Two Questions behind. cc-acp av a-acp vbr crd n2 a-acp. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1367 Page 651
13418 1. Whether those who never heard of Christ, to whom the Gospel was never preached, have a sufficient external means in order to their Salvation? 1. Whither those who never herd of christ, to whom the Gospel was never preached, have a sufficient external means in order to their Salvation? crd cs d r-crq av-x vvd pp-f np1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbds av-x vvn, vhb dt j j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1? (54) sermon (DIV3) 1368 Page 651
13420 unless God be pleased to influence their souls by the powerful operation of his Spirit upon their hearts, overpowering their wills, unless God be pleased to influence their Souls by the powerful operation of his Spirit upon their hearts, overpowering their wills, cs np1 vbb vvn p-acp n1 po32 n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, vvg po32 n2, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13421 and in the day of his power making them willing to receive the Lord Jesus Christ freely tendred in the Gospel. and in the day of his power making them willing to receive the Lord jesus christ freely tendered in the Gospel. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 vvg pno32 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 np1 av-j vvn p-acp dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13422 We do judg, that as the Heathens, who have not heard of Christ, nor had the Gospel preached unto them, have not a sufficiency in respect of outward, ordinary means; We do judge, that as the heathens, who have not herd of christ, nor had the Gospel preached unto them, have not a sufficiency in respect of outward, ordinary means; pns12 vdb n1, cst p-acp dt n2-jn, r-crq vhb xx vvn pp-f np1, ccx vhd dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, vhb xx dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j, j n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13423 so neither those who have the Scriptures, and Ordinances of God, have a sufficiency of grace while they want the internal effectual operation of the Spirit of God. so neither those who have the Scriptures, and Ordinances of God, have a sufficiency of grace while they want the internal effectual operation of the Spirit of God. av dx d r-crq vhb dt n2, cc n2 pp-f np1, vhb dt n1 pp-f n1 cs pns32 vvb dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13424 So that indeed no Reprobates, only the Elect of God, have a sufficient aid and assistance of grace given them for their Salvation, So that indeed no Reprobates, only the Elect of God, have a sufficient aid and assistance of grace given them for their Salvation, av cst av dx n2-jn, av-j dt n1 pp-f np1, vhb dt j vvi cc n1 pp-f n1 vvn pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13425 though in the way of outward means; though in the Way of outward means; cs p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13426 those indeed who have the Gospel published to them, may be said to have a sufficiency in respect of external means. This we affirm, upon these grounds. those indeed who have the Gospel published to them, may be said to have a sufficiency in respect of external means. This we affirm, upon these grounds. d av r-crq vhb dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1 p-acp n1 pp-f j n2. d pns12 vvb, p-acp d n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1369 Page 651
13427 1. This pretended sufficiency must be either of External means, or of Internal means, or of both: 1. This pretended sufficiency must be either of External means, or of Internal means, or of both: crd d j-vvn n1 vmb vbi d pp-f j n2, cc pp-f j n2, cc pp-f d: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 651
13428 indeed it must be of both, or it is not a sufficiency. indeed it must be of both, or it is not a sufficiency. av pn31 vmb vbi pp-f d, cc pn31 vbz xx dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 651
13429 The External means is the holy Scriptures, and the preaching of them; they are those which are able to to make the man of God, (as Apostle tells us) wise unto Salvation: And how shall they believe, (saith the Apostle, Rom. 10.) on him of whom they have not heard? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? And how shall they Preach except they be sent? The Apostle is there, discoursing of the ordinary means of Salvation: The External means is the holy Scriptures, and the preaching of them; they Are those which Are able to to make the man of God, (as Apostle tells us) wise unto Salvation: And how shall they believe, (Says the Apostle, Rom. 10.) on him of whom they have not herd? And how shall they hear without a Preacher? And how shall they Preach except they be sent? The Apostle is there, discoursing of the ordinary means of Salvation: dt j n2 vbz dt j n2, cc dt vvg pp-f pno32; pns32 vbr d r-crq vbr j p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, (c-acp np1 vvz pno12) j p-acp n1: cc c-crq vmb pns32 vvi, (vvz dt n1, np1 crd) p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn? cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi p-acp dt n1? cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn? dt n1 vbz a-acp, vvg pp-f dt j n2 pp-f n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13430 you see, that is fixed in the word, for that is, that which is to be heard, and the Preaching of the word. So that what secret way soever, God may have to reveal himself, you see, that is fixed in the word, for that is, that which is to be herd, and the Preaching of the word. So that what secret Way soever, God may have to reveal himself, pn22 vvb, cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, p-acp d vbz, cst r-crq vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1. av cst r-crq j-jn n1 av, np1 vmb vhi pc-acp vvi px31, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13431 and the knowledg of Christ, unto some particular persons, in places where the Scriptures are not found, and the knowledge of christ, unto Some particular Persons, in places where the Scriptures Are not found, cc dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d j n2, p-acp n2 c-crq dt n2 vbr xx vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13432 nor the name of Christ heard of, nor his Gospel Preached; nor the name of christ herd of, nor his Gospel Preached; ccx dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pp-f, ccx po31 n1 vvn; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13433 yet, certain it is, the outward and ordinary means of Salvation is the Preaching, hearing, and reading of the word, and the Ministry of the Gospel. yet, certain it is, the outward and ordinary means of Salvation is the Preaching, hearing, and reading of the word, and the Ministry of the Gospel. av, j pn31 vbz, dt j cc j n2 pp-f n1 vbz dt vvg, vvg, cc vvg pp-f dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13434 Now we know, that in the far greatest part of the World, the Scriptures are not found, read, preached, they have no Ministry; Now we know, that in the Far greatest part of the World, the Scriptures Are not found, read, preached, they have no Ministry; av pns12 vvb, cst p-acp dt av-j js n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n2 vbr xx vvn, vvb, vvd, pns32 vhb dx n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13435 and therefore it is very absurd to say, That as to the External ordinary means of Salvation, there is a sufficiency afforded all; and Therefore it is very absurd to say, That as to the External ordinary means of Salvation, there is a sufficiency afforded all; cc av pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi, cst c-acp p-acp dt j j n2 pp-f n1, pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvd d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13436 for if the word, and the Ministry of it be the outward and ordinary, means; for if the word, and the Ministry of it be the outward and ordinary, means; p-acp cs dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f pn31 vbb dt j cc j, n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13437 it is matter of demonstration, that a very great part of the World hath nothing of it: it is matter of demonstration, that a very great part of the World hath nothing of it: pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1, cst dt j j n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz pix pp-f pn31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13438 those therefore that will maintain a sufficiency of means, must make the works of God, and the view of them, and conclusions, which men may make by their Natural light and reason from them, a sufficient means, to give a man the knowledg of God, those Therefore that will maintain a sufficiency of means, must make the works of God, and the view of them, and conclusions, which men may make by their Natural Light and reason from them, a sufficient means, to give a man the knowledge of God, d av cst vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f n2, vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f pno32, cc n2, r-crq n2 vmb vvi p-acp po32 j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, dt j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13439 and such a knowledg as is sufficient. and such a knowledge as is sufficient. cc d dt n1 c-acp vbz j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13440 And this indeed some do seem to say, When they find out for us another object for saving Faith than Christ and his Gospel; And this indeed Some do seem to say, When they find out for us Another Object for Saving Faith than christ and his Gospel; cc d av d vdb vvi pc-acp vvi, c-crq pns32 vvb av p-acp pno12 j-jn n1 p-acp vvg n1 cs np1 cc po31 n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13441 and tell us, that Abel and Enoch excercised their Faith, and such a Faith as pleased God; and tell us, that Abel and Enoch exercised their Faith, and such a Faith as pleased God; cc vvb pno12, cst np1 cc np1 vvd po32 n1, cc d dt n1 c-acp vvn np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13442 whose object was not Christ, but only such Propositions as these, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of them that seek him. whose Object was not christ, but only such Propositions as these, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of them that seek him. rg-crq n1 vbds xx np1, cc-acp av-j d n2 c-acp d, cst np1 vbz, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13443 This is indeed a new Doctrine in our Nation, but it is but a Transcript, of what the Socinians, and Arminians, have long since said, That the Gentiles were saved by a Faith in God, believing, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of those that seek him: This is indeed a new Doctrine in our nation, but it is but a Transcript, of what the socinians, and Arminians, have long since said, That the Gentiles were saved by a Faith in God, believing, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of those that seek him: d vbz av dt j n1 p-acp po12 n1, cc-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pp-f r-crq dt njp2, cc njp2, vhb av-j a-acp vvd, cst dt n2-j vbdr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp np1, vvg, cst np1 vbz, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f d cst vvb pno31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13444 By a Faith only apprehending things remote from humane sense (as some amongst us Phrase it now, but translating Bertius ) and after the same rate speak the Socinians, generally denying Faith in Christ necessary to Salvation, and making only a Faith in God necessary; By a Faith only apprehending things remote from humane sense (as Some among us Phrase it now, but translating Bertius) and After the same rate speak the socinians, generally denying Faith in christ necessary to Salvation, and making only a Faith in God necessary; p-acp dt n1 av-j vvg n2 j p-acp j n1 (c-acp d p-acp pno12 n1 pn31 av, cc-acp n-vvg np1) cc p-acp dt d n1 vvi dt njp2, av-j vvg n1 p-acp np1 j p-acp n1, cc vvg av-j dt n1 p-acp np1 j; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13445 but the Scripture telleth us, That there is no other name under Heaven, by which a man can be saved, besides that of Jesus Christ; but the Scripture Telleth us, That there is no other name under Heaven, by which a man can be saved, beside that of jesus christ; cc-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pc-acp vbz dx j-jn n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, p-acp d pp-f np1 np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13446 neither is there Salvation in any other. neither is there Salvation in any other. av-dx vbz pc-acp n1 p-acp d n-jn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 652
13447 But upon that Hypothesis, That the Preaching of the Gospel is the ordinary External means, it cannot be said, That God hath given to all means sufficient. 2. But Secondly, But upon that Hypothesis, That the Preaching of the Gospel is the ordinary External means, it cannot be said, That God hath given to all means sufficient. 2. But Secondly, cc-acp p-acp d n1, cst dt vvg pp-f dt n1 vbz dt j j n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d n2 j. crd p-acp ord, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13448 For the more Spiritual Internal means, which is the effectual grace of God, it is certain; For the more Spiritual Internal means, which is the effectual grace of God, it is certain; c-acp dt av-dc j j n2, r-crq vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pn31 vbz j; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13449 that is not given to all, for then all would be saved, (but of that more, by and by.) There are those that think every man hath a sufficiency of inward Spiritual means, who liveth under the preaching of the Gospel. that is not given to all, for then all would be saved, (but of that more, by and by.) There Are those that think every man hath a sufficiency of inward Spiritual means, who lives under the preaching of the Gospel. d vbz xx vvn p-acp d, c-acp av d vmd vbi vvn, (cc-acp pp-f d dc, p-acp cc p-acp.) pc-acp vbr d cst vvb d n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f j j n2, r-crq vvz p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13450 The Socinians, in their known Catechism, propound this Question. The socinians, in their known Catechism, propound this Question. dt njp2, p-acp po32 j-vvn n1, vvb d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13451 Whether there be not a need of an inward gift of the Spirit, to inable us to believe the Gospel? They Answer; Whither there be not a need of an inward gift of the Spirit, to inable us to believe the Gospel? They Answer; cs pc-acp vbb xx dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp j pno12 pc-acp vvi dt n1? pns32 vvb; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13452 No. The same Song is sung by Smalcius, Socinus, Ostorodius, and the Arminians, generally say the same thing, the business is they make no more necessary, No. The same Song is sung by Smalcius, Socinus, Ostorodius, and the Arminians, generally say the same thing, the business is they make no more necessary, uh-dx dt d n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1, np1, np1, cc dt njp2, av-j vvb dt d n1, dt n1 vbz pns32 vvb av-dx av-dc j, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13453 than a moral Suasion; which all have to whom the Gospel is preached; than a moral Suasion; which all have to whom the Gospel is preached; cs dt j n1; r-crq d vhb pc-acp ro-crq dt n1 vbz vvn; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13472 and the word of God in the Scriptures; or, at most preached to them. and the word of God in the Scriptures; or, At most preached to them. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2; cc, p-acp ds vvn p-acp pno32. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13454 that supposed, they say, Man hath in his own will, a power to believe, repent, &c. But the Scripture tels us, It is given to us on the behalf of Christ to believe; that supposed, they say, Man hath in his own will, a power to believe, Repent, etc. But the Scripture tells us, It is given to us on the behalf of christ to believe; cst vvd, pns32 vvb, n1 vhz p-acp po31 d n1, dt n1 p-acp vvb, vvb, av p-acp dt n1 vvz pno12, pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13455 That Faith is not of our selves, it is the gift of God; with a multitude of Texts more of the like import: That Faith is not of our selves, it is the gift of God; with a multitude of Texts more of the like import: cst n1 vbz xx pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 av-dc pp-f dt j n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13456 now most certain it is, that if there be any such operation of the Spirit necessary, all men have not a sufficiency of means: If we be not sufficient of our selves, to think one good thought, as the Apostle tels us: now most certain it is, that if there be any such operation of the Spirit necessary, all men have not a sufficiency of means: If we be not sufficient of our selves, to think one good Thought, as the Apostle tells us: av av-ds j pn31 vbz, cst cs pc-acp vbb d d n1 pp-f dt n1 j, d n2 vhb xx dt n1 pp-f n2: cs pns12 vbb xx j pp-f po12 n2, pc-acp vvi crd j n1, c-acp dt n1 vvz pno12: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13457 If without Christ, we can do nothing: If without christ, we can do nothing: cs p-acp np1, pns12 vmb vdi pix: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13458 If God must give to will and to do, what power hath man to any thing which is truly, If God must give to will and to do, what power hath man to any thing which is truly, cs np1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 cc pc-acp vdi, q-crq n1 vhz n1 p-acp d n1 r-crq vbz av-j, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13459 and Spiritually good? For those that sit under the preaching of the Gospel, they have all the same moral Suasion; they have all the same rational powers, and faculties; and Spiritually good? For those that fit under the preaching of the Gospel, they have all the same moral Suasion; they have all the same rational Powers, and faculties; cc av-j j? p-acp d cst vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb d dt d j n1; pns32 vhb d dt d j n2, cc n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13460 how cometh it, I would fain know, to pass, that one of them repents, and believeth, how comes it, I would fain know, to pass, that one of them repents, and Believeth, q-crq vvz pn31, pns11 vmd av-j vvi, pc-acp vvi, cst pi pp-f pno32 vvz, cc vvz, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13461 when others are hardned and continue lock't up in unbeleif? Is it from themselves, that one mans will inclineth well, when Others Are hardened and continue locked up in unbelief? Is it from themselves, that one men will Inclineth well, c-crq n2-jn vbr vvn cc vvi vvd a-acp p-acp n1? vbz pn31 p-acp px32, cst pi ng1 n1 vvz av, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13462 and not anothers? then surely there is another Principle of Spiritual life; and not another's? then surely there is Another Principle of Spiritual life; cc xx j-jn? av av-j a-acp vbz j-jn n1 pp-f j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13463 another Fountain of good besides God, which is plainly to contradict the Scripture, which every where maketh God the Fountain of life, and of all good. Another Fountain of good beside God, which is plainly to contradict the Scripture, which every where makes God the Fountain of life, and of all good. j-jn n1 pp-f j p-acp np1, r-crq vbz av-j pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq d c-crq vvz np1 dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f d j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13464 But this is the first thing only which I offer to you, in this cause. But this is the First thing only which I offer to you, in this cause. p-acp d vbz dt ord n1 av-j r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, p-acp d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1370 Page 653
13465 2. Secondly, How is it possible, that all should have sufficient grace, but that all must be saved? God telleth St. Paul, 2 Cor. 12.9. My grace shall be sufficient for thee; 2. Secondly, How is it possible, that all should have sufficient grace, but that all must be saved? God Telleth Saint Paul, 2 Cor. 12.9. My grace shall be sufficient for thee; crd ord, q-crq vbz pn31 j, cst d vmd vhi j n1, p-acp cst d vmb vbi vvn? np1 vvz n1 np1, crd np1 crd. po11 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno21; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 653
13466 was it possible, after that promise, he should have been overborne, or overcome with his temptation? I would ask for what this pretended grace, given to all should be sufficient? Will they say for Salvation? How can any be said, to have a sufficiency of grace to save them, who yet are not saved, was it possible, After that promise, he should have been overborne, or overcome with his temptation? I would ask for what this pretended grace, given to all should be sufficient? Will they say for Salvation? How can any be said, to have a sufficiency of grace to save them, who yet Are not saved, vbds pn31 j, c-acp cst n1, pns31 vmd vhi vbn vvn, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1? pns11 vmd vvi p-acp r-crq d j-vvn n1, vvn p-acp d vmd vbi j? vmb pns32 vvb p-acp n1? q-crq vmb d vbi vvn, pc-acp vhi dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, r-crq av vbr xx vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13467 nor ever shall be saved? All that can be pretended, is, That every man, nor ever shall be saved? All that can be pretended, is, That every man, ccx av vmb vbi vvn? av-d d vmb vbi vvn, vbz, cst d n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13468 and woman, hath a reasonable Soul; (that is not denied) and that is naturally endued, with power enough, to do whatsoever Spiritual action God hath required of man, in order to his obtaining Salvation; and woman, hath a reasonable Soul; (that is not denied) and that is naturally endued, with power enough, to do whatsoever Spiritual actium God hath required of man, in order to his obtaining Salvation; cc n1, vhz dt j n1; (d vbz xx vvn) cc cst vbz av-j vvn, p-acp n1 av-d, pc-acp vdi r-crq j n1 np1 vhz vvn pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 vvg n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13469 having either the works of God, to represent God unto him; having either the works of God, to represent God unto him; vhg d dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp pno31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13470 (which is all that the Heathen have) or the word of God, the holy Scriptures, which they may read, and hear preached. (which is all that the Heathen have) or the word of God, the holy Scriptures, which they may read, and hear preached. (r-crq vbz d cst dt j-jn vhb) cc dt n1 pp-f np1, dt j n2, r-crq pns32 vmb vvi, cc vvi vvn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13471 So that this same sufficient grace, which they contend for, is nothing else but a reasonable Soul: The works of God in Nature, So that this same sufficient grace, which they contend for, is nothing Else but a reasonable Soul: The works of God in Nature, av cst d d j n1, r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1: dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13473 Those who restrain sufficiency of grace, to those who have the Gospel preached to them, tell us plainly, That the word preached, is the instrument, the consummatory instrument of God for our Faith, conversion, &c. And deny that in the business of conversion, the holy Spirit putteth forth any other power; Those who restrain sufficiency of grace, to those who have the Gospel preached to them, tell us plainly, That the word preached, is the Instrument, the consummatory Instrument of God for our Faith, conversion, etc. And deny that in the business of conversion, the holy Spirit putteth forth any other power; d r-crq vvb n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d r-crq vhb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32, vvb pno12 av-j, cst dt n1 vvd, vbz dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n1, n1, av cc vvb cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, dt j n1 vvz av d j-jn n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13474 and they say, There is more force in the word of Reconciliation, than in a Lazare prodi, Lazarus come forth: and they say, There is more force in the word of Reconciliation, than in a Lazarus Prodi, Lazarus come forth: cc pns32 vvb, pc-acp vbz dc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs p-acp dt np1 fw-la, np1 vvb av: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13475 Well, but what shall become of the Heathen, who have not this word of Reconciliation? how have they a grace sufficient? It cannot be denied, Well, but what shall become of the Heathen, who have not this word of Reconciliation? how have they a grace sufficient? It cannot be denied, av, cc-acp q-crq vmb vvi pp-f dt j-jn, r-crq vhb xx d n1 pp-f n1? q-crq vhb pns32 dt n1 j? pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13476 but they have the works of God, sufficient to convince them, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of them that seek him; but they have the works of God, sufficient to convince them, That God is, and that he is a rewarder of them that seek him; cc-acp pns32 vhb dt n2 pp-f np1, j pc-acp vvi pno32, cst np1 vbz, cc cst pns31 vbz dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13477 and they have reasonable Souls, to make such conclusions upon the prospect of the works of God; and they have reasonable Souls, to make such conclusions upon the prospect of the works of God; cc pns32 vhb j n2, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13478 and a Faith in Christ as Mediator, is not, they say, necessary to Salvation; and a Faith in christ as Mediator, is not, they say, necessary to Salvation; cc dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, vbz xx, pns32 vvb, j p-acp n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13479 for thus none could believe in Christ, before he came (if you will believe them.) A Faith in God as a supreme being, for thus none could believe in christ, before he Come (if you will believe them.) A Faith in God as a supreme being, c-acp av pix vmd vvi p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvd (cs pn22 vmb vvi pno32.) dt n1 p-acp np1 p-acp dt j vbg, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13480 and as a rewarder of them that seek him, being sufficient; and as a rewarder of them that seek him, being sufficient; cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vvb pno31, vbg j; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13481 especially, considering that Faith is nothing else, but an obedience to the commands of Christ; and this is the very form and essence of Faith, Socin. fragm. de Just. especially, considering that Faith is nothing Else, but an Obedience to the commands of christ; and this is the very from and essence of Faith, Socinian. fragm. the Just. av-j, vvg d n1 vbz pix av, cc-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; cc d vbz dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, np1. n1. dt j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13482 P. 51. Now this must be understood, so far as we know them, and they are revealed to us. P. 51. Now this must be understood, so Far as we know them, and they Are revealed to us. np1 crd av d vmb vbi vvn, av av-j c-acp pns12 vvb pno32, cc pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno12. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13483 This was the old Doctrine of Socinus, and his followers; This was the old Doctrine of Socinus, and his followers; d vbds dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc po31 n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13484 and in this sence they say, Sufficient grace is given to all, in order to their Salvation, and in this sense they say, Sufficient grace is given to all, in order to their Salvation, cc p-acp d n1 pns32 vvb, j n1 vbz vvn p-acp d, p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13485 because they believe nothing of what we call grace, viz. A particular internal influence and operation of the holy Spirit, begetting in us a lively Faith in Jesus Christ necessary to any; Because they believe nothing of what we call grace, viz. A particular internal influence and operation of the holy Spirit, begetting in us a lively Faith in jesus christ necessary to any; c-acp pns32 vvb pix pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb vvi, n1 dt j j n1 cc n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg p-acp pno12 dt j n1 p-acp np1 np1 j p-acp d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13486 but that every man hath a natural power to do all that God required of him, but that every man hath a natural power to do all that God required of him, p-acp cst d n1 vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vdi d cst np1 vvd pp-f pno31, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 654
13487 and may be saved if he will but use that power, to the use of which there needeth not any special influence of God: and may be saved if he will but use that power, to the use of which there needs not any special influence of God: cc vmb vbi vvn cs pns31 vmb p-acp vvi d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq a-acp vvz xx d j n1 pp-f np1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 655
13488 But man may be a God to himself, a principle of the greatest good inclining his own heart, to that which is Spiritually good. But man may be a God to himself, a principle of the greatest good inclining his own heart, to that which is Spiritually good. cc-acp n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp px31, dt n1 pp-f dt js j vvg po31 d n1, p-acp cst r-crq vbz av-j j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 655
13489 For that God should give unto any grace, sufficient for his Salvation, and yet it should not be effectual, is indeed a contradiction; For that God should give unto any grace, sufficient for his Salvation, and yet it should not be effectual, is indeed a contradiction; p-acp cst np1 vmd vvi p-acp d n1, j p-acp po31 n1, cc av pn31 vmd xx vbi j, vbz av dt n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 655
13490 for it must be sufficient, and insufficient. 3. Again, If there be such a sufficient grace granted to all; for it must be sufficient, and insufficient. 3. Again, If there be such a sufficient grace granted to all; p-acp pn31 vmb vbi j, cc j. crd av, cs pc-acp vbb d dt j n1 vvn p-acp d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1371 Page 655
13491 It must be sufficient, either as a Physical, or Natural cause, or as a Moral cause. Physical causes, we know act necessarily. It must be sufficient, either as a Physical, or Natural cause, or as a Moral cause. Physical Causes, we know act necessarily. pn31 vmb vbi j, d c-acp dt j, cc j n1, cc p-acp dt j n1. j n2, pns12 vvb n1 av-j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13493 Now certainly in the Gospel, and the preaching of it, there is only a proposition of things to be believed, and done, and arguments used to perswade the belief or doing of them; Now Certainly in the Gospel, and the preaching of it, there is only a proposition of things to be believed, and done, and Arguments used to persuade the belief or doing of them; av av-j p-acp dt n1, cc dt vvg pp-f pn31, pc-acp vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f n2 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vdn, cc n2 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc vdg pp-f pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13494 the Question still is, by what: power it is, that a man doth believe, and do? What is in the word written, propounded, in the word preached, the Question still is, by what: power it is, that a man does believe, and do? What is in the word written, propounded, in the word preached, dt n1 av vbz, p-acp q-crq: n1 pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 vdz vvi, cc vdb? q-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 vvn, vvn, p-acp dt n1 vvd, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13495 so persuaded, and argued? We say it is not of our selves, it is the gift of God; and it is given to them, who believe, on the behalf of Christ to believe, Phil. 1.29. so persuaded, and argued? We say it is not of our selves, it is the gift of God; and it is given to them, who believe, on the behalf of christ to believe, Philip 1.29. av vvn, cc vvn? pns12 vvb pn31 vbz xx pp-f po12 n2, pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1; cc pn31 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, r-crq vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13496 Now this means is not given unto all, the Habits are not infused from whence, as from their Roots, and Principles, these actions must proceed. Now this means is not given unto all, the Habits Are not infused from whence, as from their Roots, and Principles, these actions must proceed. av d n2 vbz xx vvn p-acp d, dt n2 vbr xx vvn p-acp c-crq, c-acp p-acp po32 n2, cc n2, d n2 vmb vvi. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13497 To this they have nothing to say, but that these actings flow from a Principle in mans will; To this they have nothing to say, but that these actings flow from a Principle in men will; p-acp d pns32 vhb pix pc-acp vvi, cc-acp cst d n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp ng1 n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13498 yet all men have the same reasonable Souls: yet all men have the same reasonable Souls: av d n2 vhb dt d j n2: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13499 thus God giveth Faith and Holiness, no more to Paul, than to Judas. The upshot is therefore: thus God gives Faith and Holiness, no more to Paul, than to Judas. The upshot is Therefore: av np1 vvz n1 cc n1, av-dx dc p-acp np1, cs p-acp np1. dt n1 vbz av: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13500 That there is in man a self sufficiency to his own Salvation, and need not to be beholden to Father, Son, or Holy Ghost for it; That there is in man a self sufficiency to his own Salvation, and need not to be beholden to Father, Son, or Holy Ghost for it; cst pc-acp vbz p-acp n1 dt n1 n1 p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvb xx pc-acp vbi vvi p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1 p-acp pn31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13501 being once brought forth into the World, and possessed of a reasonable Soul, he hath a sufficiency to his own Slavation, being once brought forth into the World, and possessed of a reasonable Soul, he hath a sufficiency to his own Slavation, vbg a-acp vvn av p-acp dt n1, cc vvn pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vhz dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13502 and may be a God unto himself: but it is not proper to call this means; and may be a God unto himself: but it is not proper to call this means; cc vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp px31: cc-acp pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi d n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13503 we are otherwise taught from the Holy Scriptures, and therefore cannot agree it, That all men have an auxilium sufficiens; a sufficiency of grace, we Are otherwise taught from the Holy Scriptures, and Therefore cannot agree it, That all men have an auxilium Sufficiens; a sufficiency of grace, pns12 vbr av vvn p-acp dt j n2, cc av vmbx vvi pn31, cst d n2 vhb dt fw-la fw-fr; dt n1 pp-f n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13504 and gracious assistances in order to their obtaining Eternal life, and Salvation. 2. Quest. and gracious assistances in order to their obtaining Eternal life, and Salvation. 2. Quest. cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg j n1, cc n1. crd n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1372 Page 655
13505 But the Second Question still remains, viz. How can God be just in the condemnation of any Sinner, to whom he hath not given a sufficient aid, But the Second Question still remains, viz. How can God be just in the condemnation of any Sinner, to whom he hath not given a sufficient aid, p-acp dt ord n1 av vvz, n1 c-crq vmb np1 vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn dt j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1373 Page 655
13506 and assistance of grace, in order to his Salvation. To this in my former discourses, I have spoken sufficiently. and assistance of grace, in order to his Salvation. To this in my former discourses, I have spoken sufficiently. cc n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1. p-acp d p-acp po11 j n2, pns11 vhb vvn av-j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1373 Page 655
13507 But yet I will speak something to it, here falling so fully in my way. Answ. 1. I answer first. But yet I will speak something to it, Here falling so Fully in my Way. Answer 1. I answer First. p-acp av pns11 vmb vvi pi p-acp pn31, av vvg av av-j p-acp po11 n1. np1 crd pns11 vvb ord. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1373 Page 655
13508 God did give unto Adam, sufficient aids and assistances of Divine grace to have carried him, God did give unto Adam, sufficient aids and assistances of Divine grace to have carried him, np1 vdd vvi p-acp np1, j n2 cc n2 pp-f j-jn n1 pc-acp vhi vvn pno31, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13509 and all his posterity to Heaven. What was given unto him, was given to him, and his; and all his posterity to Heaven. What was given unto him, was given to him, and his; cc d po31 n1 p-acp n1. q-crq vbds vvn p-acp pno31, vbds vvn p-acp pno31, cc png31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13510 to him as a publick Person, in whom we all were, and fell. to him as a public Person, in whom we all were, and fell. p-acp pno31 p-acp dt j n1, p-acp ro-crq pns12 d vbdr, cc j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13511 Arminians stifly deny, That Adam, in his state of innocency had a power to believe in Christ, Arminians stiffly deny, That Adam, in his state of innocency had a power to believe in christ, njp2 av-j vvi, cst np1, p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vhd dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13512 because (say they) there was need of any Faith in Christ, in that estate, no: Because (say they) there was need of any Faith in christ, in that estate, no: c-acp (vvb pns32) pc-acp vbds n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp np1, p-acp d n1, dx: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13513 Episcopius saith it is a silly Question, considering we make Faith a Supernatural habit; and such a one as in that state there was no need of. Episcopius Says it is a silly Question, considering we make Faith a Supernatural habit; and such a one as in that state there was no need of. np1 vvz pn31 vbz dt j n1, vvg pns12 vvb n1 dt j n1; cc d dt pi p-acp p-acp d n1 a-acp vbds dx n1 pp-f. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13514 This is no better then trifling, and equivocating; This is no better then trifling, and equivocating; d vbz dx jc cs j-vvg, cc j-vvg; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13515 surely all habits of grace since the fall, are Supernatural habits, we must be taught of God, to love God, and to love one another; to fear God, to delight, or to hope in him; surely all habits of grace since the fallen, Are Supernatural habits, we must be taught of God, to love God, and to love one Another; to Fear God, to delight, or to hope in him; av-j d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, vbr j n2, pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, p-acp vvb np1, cc p-acp vvb pi j-jn; p-acp vvb np1, p-acp vvb, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13516 had Adam therefore no such powers in his state of innocency think we? Further I would gladly know, had Adam Therefore no such Powers in his state of innocency think we? Further I would gladly know, vhd np1 av dx d n2 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1 vvb pns12? av-jc pns11 vmd av-j vvi, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13517 whether Adam had not a power in innocency to do whatsoever was necessary, in order to the obtaining of everlasting Salvation? If God doth not give now to every man such a sufficiency of power, and Spiritual assistance; whither Adam had not a power in innocency to do whatsoever was necessary, in order to the obtaining of everlasting Salvation? If God does not give now to every man such a sufficiency of power, and Spiritual assistance; cs np1 vhd xx dt n1 p-acp n1 pc-acp vdi r-crq vbds j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f j n1? cs np1 vdz xx vvi av p-acp d n1 d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13518 yet, he is just in the condemnation of Sinners: Man had such a sufficiency of power, and lost it; yet, he is just in the condemnation of Sinners: Man had such a sufficiency of power, and lost it; av, pns31 vbz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2: n1 vhd d dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvd pn31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13519 but God hath not lost his right to require the exercise of it, and to condemn Sinners for sin, though they now want it. but God hath not lost his right to require the exercise of it, and to condemn Sinners for since, though they now want it. cc-acp np1 vhz xx vvn po31 n-jn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, cs pns32 av vvb pn31. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1374 Page 656
13520 2. Especially considering, that God hath given unto all such a sufficiency of external means, as is sufficient to render them without excuse. This the Apostle expresly saith, Rom. 2.1. 2. Especially considering, that God hath given unto all such a sufficiency of external means, as is sufficient to render them without excuse. This the Apostle expressly Says, Rom. 2.1. crd av-j vvg, cst np1 vhz vvn p-acp d d dt n1 pp-f j n2, c-acp vbz j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1. d dt n1 av-j vvz, np1 crd. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13521 But you will say, If God hath not given to all a sufficiency of means, how shall man be without excuse: shall not one say, Lord! But you will say, If God hath not given to all a sufficiency of means, how shall man be without excuse: shall not one say, Lord! p-acp pn22 vmb vvi, cs np1 vhz xx vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n2, q-crq vmb n1 vbi p-acp n1: vmb xx pi vvi, n1! (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13522 I never heard of Christ, I never saw thy Law, how should I believe on him of whom I never heard, I never herd of christ, I never saw thy Law, how should I believe on him of whom I never herd, pns11 av-x vvd pp-f np1, pns11 av-x vvd po21 n1, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns11 av-x vvd, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13523 how should I obey that Law which I never saw, nor heard of? Again, shall not another say? Lord, I did indeed hear of a Saviour, the Scripture I read, I beard, how should I obey that Law which I never saw, nor herd of? Again, shall not Another say? Lord, I did indeed hear of a Saviour, the Scripture I read, I beard, q-crq vmd pns11 vvi d n1 r-crq pns11 av-x vvd, ccx vvd pp-f? av, vmb xx j-jn vvb? n1, pns11 vdd av vvi pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pns11 vvb, pns11 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13524 but I had no power to believe, I could not chonge my own heart, thou wouldst not change it; but I had no power to believe, I could not chonge my own heart, thou Wouldst not change it; cc-acp pns11 vhd dx n1 pc-acp vvi, pns11 vmd xx n1 po11 d n1, pns21 vmd2 xx vvi pn31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13525 thou indeed, Lord, didst stand at the door of my heart, and knock, but thou didst never put in thy hand at the hole of the door. thou indeed, Lord, didst stand At the door of my heart, and knock, but thou didst never put in thy hand At the hold of the door. pns21 av, n1, vdd2 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, cc vvi, cc-acp pns21 vdd2 av-x vvi p-acp po21 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13526 I answer, these Sinners yet shall be inexcusable, because they walked not up to that light, I answer, these Sinners yet shall be inexcusable, Because they walked not up to that Light, pns11 vvb, d n2 av vmb vbi j, c-acp pns32 vvd xx a-acp p-acp d n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13527 and mercy, which God gave them. and mercy, which God gave them. cc n1, r-crq np1 vvd pno32. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13528 This is what the Apostle giveth in plea for God, concerning the Heathen, Rom. 1.18, 21. The wrath of God, saith he, is revealed against the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men; This is what the Apostle gives in plea for God, Concerning the Heathen, Rom. 1.18, 21. The wrath of God, Says he, is revealed against the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men; d vbz q-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp n1 p-acp np1, vvg dt j-jn, np1 crd, crd dt n1 pp-f np1, vvz pns31, vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 656
13529 for saith he, That which may be known of God, is manifested in them, for God hath shewed it to them, v. 21. Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful, for Says he, That which may be known of God, is manifested in them, for God hath showed it to them, v. 21. Because when they knew God, they glorified him not as God, neither were thankful, p-acp vvz pns31, cst r-crq vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, vbz vvn p-acp pno32, c-acp np1 vhz vvn pn31 p-acp pno32, n1 crd c-acp c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn pno31 xx c-acp np1, d vbdr j, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13530 but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkned. but became vain in their Imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkened. cc-acp vvd j p-acp po32 n2, cc po32 j n1 vbds vvn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13531 It is true we say, the Heathens have not a light, shining amongst them, they have nothing, It is true we say, the heathens have not a Light, shining among them, they have nothing, pn31 vbz j pns12 vvb, dt n2-jn vhb xx dt n1, vvg p-acp pno32, pns32 vhb pix, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13532 but the light of Nature to guide them, and this light maketh no discovery of Christ: but the Light of Nature to guide them, and this Light makes no discovery of christ: cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc d n1 vvz dx n1 pp-f np1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13533 but yet, the light shineth with them; but yet, the Light shines with them; cc-acp av, dt n1 vvz p-acp pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13534 a light which will shew them there is a God, and discover to them, that this God is Eternal and powerful. So that (saith the Apostle) they are without excuse, because, that when they knew God, they glorified, him not as God, a Light which will show them there is a God, and discover to them, that this God is Eternal and powerful. So that (Says the Apostle) they Are without excuse, Because, that when they knew God, they glorified, him not as God, dt n1 r-crq vmb vvi pno32 a-acp vbz dt n1, cc vvi p-acp pno32, cst d np1 vbz j cc j. av d (vvz dt n1) pns32 vbr p-acp n1, c-acp, cst c-crq pns32 vvd np1, pns32 vvn, pn31 xx c-acp np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13535 neither were thankful, but became vain in their imaginations; neither were thankful, but became vain in their Imaginations; av-dx vbdr j, cc-acp vvd j p-acp po32 n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13536 they improved not what light they had, nor became thankful for it, nor obedient to it. they improved not what Light they had, nor became thankful for it, nor obedient to it. pns32 vvn xx r-crq n1 pns32 vhd, ccx vvd j p-acp pn31, ccx j p-acp pn31. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13537 Christians are much more inexcusable, for besides that they have an equal share in Natural light, Christians Are much more inexcusable, for beside that they have an equal share in Natural Light, np1 vbr av-d av-dc j, c-acp p-acp cst pns32 vhb dt j-jn n1 p-acp j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13538 and have the same dictates of Natural conscience with others, there is much more of Christ, and have the same dictates of Natural conscience with Others, there is much more of christ, cc vhb dt d vvz pp-f j n1 p-acp n2-jn, pc-acp vbz d dc pp-f np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13539 and his Gospel manifested to them. Christ telleth the Jews, Mat. 21.32. and his Gospel manifested to them. christ Telleth the jews, Mathew 21.32. cc po31 n1 vvn p-acp pno32. np1 vvz dt np2, np1 crd. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13540 That John came unto them in a way of righteousness, and they believed not, but Publicans and Harlots believed in him, That John Come unto them in a Way of righteousness, and they believed not, but Publicans and Harlots believed in him, cst np1 vvd p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns32 vvd xx, cc-acp n2 cc n2 vvn p-acp pno31, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13541 and you (saith he) when you had seen it repented not afterwards, that you might believe. and you (Says he) when you had seen it repented not afterwards, that you might believe. cc pn22 (vvz pns31) c-crq pn22 vhd vvn pn31 vvd xx av, cst pn22 vmd vvi. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13542 Christians have the preaching of the Gospel, the preaching of Faith, and of repentance, and they repent not that they might believe; Christians have the preaching of the Gospel, the preaching of Faith, and of Repentance, and they Repent not that they might believe; np1 vhb dt vvg pp-f dt n1, dt vvg pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1, cc pns32 vvb xx cst pns32 vmd vvi; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13543 you will say, but it is God that must give a power to repent, he gave unto Gentiles, repentance unto life. I answer, repentance is taken either more largely, or more strictly. you will say, but it is God that must give a power to Repent, he gave unto Gentiles, Repentance unto life. I answer, Repentance is taken either more largely, or more strictly. pn22 vmb vvi, cc-acp pn31 vbz np1 cst vmb vvi dt n1 pc-acp vvi, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, n1 p-acp n1. pns11 vvb, n1 vbz vvn av-d av-dc av-j, cc av-dc av-j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13544 More stricty it signifieth, the turning of the heart from all Sin unto God; More stricty it signifies, the turning of the heart from all since unto God; dc n1 pn31 vvz, dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13545 this indeed is the work of God, he alone hath an hand upon the heart of man: this indeed is the work of God, he alone hath an hand upon the heart of man: d av vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, pns31 av-j vhz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13546 but more largely it is taken for the turning from some sin, and the performance of external discipline: but more largely it is taken for the turning from Some since, and the performance of external discipline: cc-acp av-dc av-j pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n-vvg p-acp d n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13547 now as to this, the Lord denieth unto none a sufficiency of grace, and if men do not what in them lyeth, they are without excuse. now as to this, the Lord Denieth unto none a sufficiency of grace, and if men do not what in them lies, they Are without excuse. av c-acp p-acp d, dt n1 vvz p-acp pi dt n1 pp-f n1, cc cs n2 vdb xx r-crq p-acp pno32 vvz, pns32 vbr p-acp n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1375 Page 657
13548 3. Finally, It is most certain, that God (whether he giveth sufficient grace to all, 3. Finally, It is most certain, that God (whither he gives sufficient grace to all, crd av-j, pn31 vbz av-ds j, cst np1 (cs pns31 vvz j n1 p-acp d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13549 or no, condemneth none but for sin. or no, Condemneth none but for since. cc uh-dx, vvz pix cc-acp p-acp n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13550 I have shewed you at large, that a sinners destruction is of, and from himself as the meritorious cause. I have showed you At large, that a Sinners destruction is of, and from himself as the meritorious cause. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp j, cst dt n2 n1 vbz pp-f, cc p-acp px31 p-acp dt j n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13551 If indeed, God did either condemn any righteous person, or were any way obliged to give out effectual grace to all, If indeed, God did either condemn any righteous person, or were any Way obliged to give out effectual grace to all, cs av, np1 vdd av-d vvi d j n1, cc vbdr d n1 vvn pc-acp vvi av j n1 p-acp d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13552 and did not, this indeed would argue unrighteousness with God; and did not, this indeed would argue unrighteousness with God; cc vdd xx, d av vmd vvi n1 p-acp np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13840 if not the sin against the Holy Ghost) you never read of one of these converted. if not the since against the Holy Ghost) you never read of one of these converted. cs xx dt n1 p-acp dt j n1) pn22 av-x vvn pp-f crd pp-f d vvn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13553 but he doth neither of these, his wrath will indeed one day be revealed against them, to whom Christ and his Gospel were never revealed, to whom grace sufficient to bring them to Heaven, but he does neither of these, his wrath will indeed one day be revealed against them, to whom christ and his Gospel were never revealed, to whom grace sufficient to bring them to Heaven, cc-acp pns31 vdz av-d pp-f d, po31 n1 vmb av crd n1 vbb vvn p-acp pno32, p-acp ro-crq np1 cc po31 n1 vbdr av-x vvn, p-acp ro-crq n1 j pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 657
13554 and Eternal life was never given; and Eternal life was never given; cc j n1 vbds av-x vvn; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13555 but it shall never be revealed, but (as the Apostle saith) against the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men: but it shall never be revealed, but (as the Apostle Says) against the ungodliness, and unrighteousness of men: cc-acp pn31 vmb av-x vbi vvn, cc-acp (c-acp dt n1 vvz) p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13556 now certainly, God cannot be unrighteous in punishing unrighteousness or ungodliness. If God indeed were a debtor for his grace to his creature, he might be charged with unrighteousness, now Certainly, God cannot be unrighteous in punishing unrighteousness or ungodliness. If God indeed were a debtor for his grace to his creature, he might be charged with unrighteousness, av av-j, np1 vmbx vbi j p-acp vvg n1 cc n1. cs np1 av vbdr dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13557 if he did not give it out; if he did not give it out; cs pns31 vdd xx vvi pn31 av; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13558 but he doth not deal out death and destruction, but as a wages, nor Salvation, and Eternal life, but as free gift? Who asketh a reason, but he does not deal out death and destruction, but as a wages, nor Salvation, and Eternal life, but as free gift? Who asks a reason, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi av n1 cc n1, cc-acp c-acp dt n2, ccx n1, cc j n1, p-acp a-acp j n1? q-crq vvz dt n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13559 why August Caesar, did not bestow gifts upon all his Courtiers in proportion with those bestowed on Maecenas? We may say of God as to all his dispensations of grace, Placuit, hoc satis est; why August Caesar, did not bestow Gifts upon all his Courtiers in proportion with those bestowed on Maecenas? We may say of God as to all his dispensations of grace, Placuit, hoc satis est; q-crq np1 np1, vdd xx vvi n2 p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp n1 p-acp d vvd p-acp np1? pns12 vmb vvi pp-f np1 c-acp p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f n1, n1, fw-la fw-la fw-la; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13560 ubi non aliud jus aut ratio, ipsa voluntas jus & ratio est; that is, It so pleased God, that is enough; ubi non Aliud jus Or ratio, ipsa Voluntas jus & ratio est; that is, It so pleased God, that is enough; fw-la fw-la vvn fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr fw-la cc fw-la fw-la; cst vbz, pn31 av vvd np1, cst vbz av-d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13561 where there is no other right or reason, the very will of God is Law, and reason enough: where there is no other right or reason, the very will of God is Law, and reason enough: c-crq pc-acp vbz dx n-jn n-jn cc n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, cc n1 av-d: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13562 Besides, if the distributions of Divine grace were equal, how should God to any shew forth the riches of his Grace? Let me but acquaint you with a passage of Augustine, upon this Argument. Beside, if the distributions of Divine grace were equal, how should God to any show forth the riches of his Grace? Let me but acquaint you with a passage of Augustine, upon this Argument. a-acp, cs dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbdr j-jn, q-crq vmd np1 p-acp d n1 av dt n2 pp-f po31 n1? vvb pno11 p-acp vvi pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1376 Page 658
13563 Doest thou ask, (saith he) why grace is not given to all according to desert? I answer, because God is merciful: Dost thou ask, (Says he) why grace is not given to all according to desert? I answer, Because God is merciful: vd2 pns21 vvi, (vvz pns31) q-crq n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d vvg p-acp n1? pns11 vvb, c-acp np1 vbz j: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13564 you will say, Why is not God merciful to all? I answer, (saith he) because he is just. you will say, Why is not God merciful to all? I answer, (Says he) Because he is just. pn22 vmb vvi, q-crq vbz xx np1 j p-acp d? pns11 vvb, (vvz pns31) c-acp pns31 vbz j. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13565 In this (saith he) that grace is given freely, he sheweth what grace doth, In this (Says he) that grace is given freely, he shows what grace does, p-acp d (vvz pns31) cst n1 vbz vvn av-j, pns31 vvz r-crq n1 vdz, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13566 and worketh in those to whom it is given: and works in those to whom it is given: cc vvz p-acp d p-acp ro-crq pn31 vbz vvn: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13567 Let us not therefore be unthankful to God, that according to the good pleasure of his will, Let us not Therefore be unthankful to God, that according to the good pleasure of his will, vvb pno12 xx av vbi j p-acp np1, cst vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13568 and for the praise of the glory of his grace; he hath delivered us from so great a death, whereas if he should deliver none, and for the praise of the glory of his grace; he hath Delivered us from so great a death, whereas if he should deliver none, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; pns31 vhz vvn pno12 p-acp av j dt n1, cs cs pns31 vmd vvi pix, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13569 yet, he would not be unjust. — Let him therefore who is delivered, love grace; let him who is not delivered, acknowledg justice; yet, he would not be unjust. — Let him Therefore who is Delivered, love grace; let him who is not Delivered, acknowledge Justice; av, pns31 vmd xx vbi j. — vvb pno31 av r-crq vbz vvn, vvb n1; vvb pno31 r-crq vbz xx vvn, vvb n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13570 if Divine goodness be understood in remitting the debt, Justice also may be understood in exacting of it, no way is there any iniquity found with God. if Divine Goodness be understood in remitting the debt, justice also may be understood in exacting of it, no Way is there any iniquity found with God. cs j-jn n1 vbi vvn p-acp vvg dt n1, n1 av vmb vbi vvn p-acp vvg pp-f pn31, dx n1 vbz pc-acp d n1 vvn p-acp np1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13571 But you will say then, Why is there in the case of Infants, yea, of Twins such a difference? Is it not (saith he) the like Question; But you will say then, Why is there in the case of Infants, yea, of Twins such a difference? Is it not (Says he) the like Question; p-acp pn22 vmb vvi av, q-crq vbz a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, uh, pp-f n2 d dt n1? vbz pn31 xx (vvz pns31) dt j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13691 Even there the way of God is like the way of an Eagle in the Air, a Serpent on a Rock, Even there the Way of God is like the Way of an Eagl in the Air, a Serpent on a Rock, av-j a-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1386 Page 664
13572 why in a diverse cause, there is the same judgment; and the Workmen in the Vineyard, who wrought the whole day, had but a Penny, why in a diverse cause, there is the same judgement; and the Workmen in the Vineyard, who wrought the Whole day, had but a Penny, c-crq p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vbz dt d n1; cc dt n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd dt j-jn n1, vhd p-acp dt n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13573 as they had who had wrought but one hour? The Case was different, the judgment the same; as they had who had wrought but one hour? The Case was different, the judgement the same; c-acp pns32 vhd r-crq vhd vvn p-acp crd n1? dt n1 vbds j, dt n1 dt d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13574 they murmured, what saith the Master of the Vineyard to them, Volo. I will make the last like unto the first. they murmured, what Says the Master of the Vineyard to them, Volo. I will make the last like unto the First. pns32 vvd, r-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, fw-la. pns11 vmb vvi dt ord av-j p-acp dt ord. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 658
13575 Thus because bounty was shewed to some, there was no iniquity toward others, so far as respecteth Justice, and Grace. Thus Because bounty was showed to Some, there was no iniquity towards Others, so Far as respecteth justice, and Grace. av c-acp n1 vbds vvn p-acp d, pc-acp vbds dx n1 p-acp n2-jn, av av-j c-acp vvz n1, cc n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13576 As to the guilty person that is saved, God saith, I will: As to others he saith, Take what is thy own, and go thy way. As to the guilty person that is saved, God Says, I will: As to Others he Says, Take what is thy own, and go thy Way. p-acp p-acp dt j n1 cst vbz vvn, np1 vvz, pns11 vmb: a-acp p-acp n2-jn pns31 vvz, vvb r-crq vbz po21 d, cc vvb po21 n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13577 I will give unto this man, that which I do ow unto him: I will give unto this man, that which I do owe unto him: pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, cst r-crq pns11 vdb vvi p-acp pno31: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13578 Is thine eye evil, because mine is good? If he shall say, and why not unto me? Here he shall hear, Who art thou, who disputest with God? Whom thou findest as to one man a bountiful giver, Is thine eye evil, Because mine is good? If he shall say, and why not unto me? Here he shall hear, Who art thou, who Disputes with God? Whom thou Findest as to one man a bountiful giver, vbz po21 n1 j-jn, c-acp png11 vbz j? cs pns31 vmb vvi, cc q-crq xx p-acp pno11? av pns31 vmb vvi, q-crq vb2r pns21, q-crq vv2 p-acp np1? ro-crq pns21 vv2 a-acp p-acp crd n1 dt j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13579 as to another, a just exactor, as to none at all, unjust; for whereas he should be just, if he should punish both; as to Another, a just exactor, as to none At all, unjust; for whereas he should be just, if he should Punish both; c-acp p-acp j-jn, dt j n1, c-acp p-acp pix p-acp d, j; c-acp cs pns31 vmd vbi j, cs pns31 vmd vvi d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13580 he that is saved, hath indeed reason to give thanks; he that is damned, hath no cause to find fault. he that is saved, hath indeed reason to give thanks; he that is damned, hath no cause to find fault. pns31 cst vbz vvn, vhz av n1 pc-acp vvi n2; pns31 cst vbz vvn, vhz dx n1 pc-acp vvi n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1377 Page 659
13581 I wish all those, who so talk of Fathers, would shew us, that they were the Children of this ancient Father, to whom that name is usefully given. I wish all those, who so talk of Father's, would show us, that they were the Children of this ancient Father, to whom that name is usefully given. pns11 vvb d d, r-crq av n1 pp-f n2, vmd vvi pno12, cst pns32 vbdr dt n2 pp-f d j n1, p-acp ro-crq d n1 vbz av-j vvn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1378 Page 659
13582 But I come to the Application of this discourse. But I come to the Application of this discourse. p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1378 Page 659
13583 1. Ʋse. In the first place, let this Caution you, against an hasty listing your selves in the Number of those, who so cry up Ʋniversal grace, and a sufficiency of the means of grace for all, both the means of purchase, and of Application; I must confess it is a plausible point, 1. Ʋse. In the First place, let this Caution you, against an hasty listing your selves in the Number of those, who so cry up Ʋniversal grace, and a sufficiency of the means of grace for all, both the means of purchase, and of Application; I must confess it is a plausible point, crd n1. p-acp dt ord n1, vvb d n1 pn22, p-acp dt j vvg po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, r-crq av vvb a-acp j n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d, d dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1; pns11 vmb vvi pn31 vbz dt j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13584 and appears to us very pleasing, as well as reasonable, that God should not punish any, and appears to us very pleasing, as well as reasonable, that God should not Punish any, cc vvz p-acp pno12 av j-vvg, c-acp av c-acp j, cst np1 vmd xx vvi d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13585 nor condemn any to whom he hath not given a sufficiency of grace, and assistances in order to their Salvation: nor condemn any to whom he hath not given a sufficiency of grace, and assistances in order to their Salvation: ccx vvb d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13586 but as smooth and plausible as it appeareth, take heed of too hasty imbracing it: it leadeth to strange notions in Divinity, as you may partly learn from this discourse; but as smooth and plausible as it appears, take heed of too hasty embracing it: it leads to strange notions in Divinity, as you may partly Learn from this discourse; cc-acp c-acp j cc j c-acp pn31 vvz, vvb n1 pp-f av j vvg pn31: pn31 vvz p-acp j n2 p-acp n1, c-acp pn22 vmb av vvi p-acp d n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13587 the maintaining, ordinatam sufficientiam, an ordained sufficiency (for we are not now speaking of the value of the merits of the blood of Christ in it self) in the Death of Christ, the maintaining, ordinatam sufficientiam, an ordained sufficiency (for we Are not now speaking of the valve of the merits of the blood of christ in it self) in the Death of christ, dt vvg, fw-la fw-la, dt vvn n1 (c-acp pns12 vbr xx av vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31 n1) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13588 for all those who shall perish, as well as for those who shall be saved: for all those who shall perish, as well as for those who shall be saved: p-acp d d r-crq vmb vvi, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d r-crq vmb vbi vvn: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13589 it will lead you either to deny that Christ's death was any purchase at all, or to affirm, that Christ purchased a possibility for some to be saved, it will led you either to deny that Christ's death was any purchase At all, or to affirm, that christ purchased a possibility for Some to be saved, pn31 vmb vvi pn22 av-d pc-acp vvi cst npg1 n1 vbds d vvi p-acp d, cc pc-acp vvi, cst np1 vvd dt n1 p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13590 but under an impossible condition, (let it be Natural, or Moral, the absurdity is the same;) for so it must be, but under an impossible condition, (let it be Natural, or Moral, the absurdity is the same;) for so it must be, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1, (vvb pn31 vbi j, cc j, dt n1 vbz dt d;) p-acp av pn31 vmb vbi, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13591 if there were an Eternal Election, or except man hath a power of himself to repent, if there were an Eternal Election, or except man hath a power of himself to Repent, cs pc-acp vbdr dt j n1, cc c-acp n1 vhz dt n1 pp-f px31 p-acp vvi, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13592 and believe, &c. And the maintaining of a sufficiency of grace, given to all for the Application of Salvation, will lead you to maintain; and believe, etc. And the maintaining of a sufficiency of grace, given to all for the Application of Salvation, will led you to maintain; cc vvi, av cc dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp d c-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi pn22 pc-acp vvi; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13593 That there is a Salvation, may be had without a Christ; That the Heathens may be saved, by the light of Nature; That there is a Salvation, may be had without a christ; That the heathens may be saved, by the Light of Nature; cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, vmb vbi vhn p-acp dt np1; cst dt n2-jn vmb vbi vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 659
13594 And that any Christians may be saved without any special operation of the Spirit of grace, indeed without any grace at all, taken in a strict, and proper sence: And that any Christians may be saved without any special operation of the Spirit of grace, indeed without any grace At all, taken in a strict, and proper sense: cc cst d np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, av p-acp d vvb p-acp d, vvn p-acp dt j, cc j n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13595 Doctrines of that consequence, that although it may be possible that those who hold such things may be saved, Doctrines of that consequence, that although it may be possible that those who hold such things may be saved, n2 pp-f d n1, cst cs pn31 vmb vbi j cst d r-crq vvb d n2 vmb vbi vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13596 as having some further work of God upon their hearts, than they understand, and will own; as having Some further work of God upon their hearts, than they understand, and will own; c-acp vhg d jc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n2, cs pns32 vvb, cc vmb d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13597 yet, I fear it will be found impossible, that any who have tasted the grace of God no further, should ever come in the Kingdom of God. yet, I Fear it will be found impossible, that any who have tasted the grace of God no further, should ever come in the Kingdom of God. av, pns11 vvb pn31 vmb vbi vvn j, cst d r-crq vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 av-dx av-jc, vmd av vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13598 Let not therefore the smoothness and plausibility of such notions in the sound of them, deceive any of you; Let not Therefore the smoothness and plausibility of such notions in the found of them, deceive any of you; vvb xx av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32, vvb d pp-f pn22; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13599 for it is but a sound, and no more: for it is but a found, and no more: p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cc dx av-dc: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13600 And if the consequences of those notions be throughly considered, and examined, they will be found at last to bottome in such strange notions, And if the consequences of those notions be thoroughly considered, and examined, they will be found At last to bottom in such strange notions, cc cs dt n2 pp-f d n2 vbb av-j vvn, cc vvn, pns32 vmb vbi vvn p-acp ord p-acp n1 p-acp d j n2, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13601 and apprehensions of the Nature of God, as do no way sute the perfect nature of the Divine, and apprehensions of the Nature of God, as do no Way suit the perfect nature of the Divine, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp vvz dx n1 vvi dt j n1 pp-f dt j-jn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13602 and Supreme being, and what the Scripture revealeth concerning God; and Supreme being, and what the Scripture Revealeth Concerning God; cc j vbg, cc q-crq dt n1 vvz vvg n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13603 yea, and the very light of Nature, and natural reason will evince it to us, upon the Hypothesis of Gods being the first and Supreme being, yea, and the very Light of Nature, and natural reason will evince it to us, upon the Hypothesis of God's being the First and Supreme being, uh, cc dt j n1 pp-f n1, cc j n1 vmb vvi pn31 p-acp pno12, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vbg dt ord cc j vbg, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13604 and the Fountain of all good; and the Lord Jesus Christ's being Eternal God, and equal with the Father. and the Fountain of all good; and the Lord jesus Christ's being Eternal God, and equal with the Father. cc dt n1 pp-f d j; cc dt n1 np1 npg1 n1 j np1, cc j-jn p-acp dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1379 Page 660
13605 2. Ʋse. This discourse calleth once more aloud unto all, To walk up to the light which they have. 2. Ʋse. This discourse calls once more aloud unto all, To walk up to the Light which they have. crd n1. d n1 vvz a-acp av-dc av p-acp d, pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns32 vhb. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13606 Though we deny, that God giveth unto all, yea, that he giveth to any (unless such as are ordained unto life) a sufficiency of grace, Though we deny, that God gives unto all, yea, that he gives to any (unless such as Are ordained unto life) a sufficiency of grace, cs pns12 vvb, cst np1 vvz p-acp d, uh, cst pns31 vvz p-acp d (cs d c-acp vbr vvn p-acp n1) dt n1 pp-f n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13607 and gracious assistances in order to their eternal Salvation; yet we say, God granteth to all, though in very different degrees, some means. and gracious assistances in order to their Eternal Salvation; yet we say, God grants to all, though in very different Degrees, Some means. cc j n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 j n1; av pns12 vvb, np1 vvz p-acp d, cs p-acp av j n2, d n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13608 The very Heathens have something of God manifested to them, and manifested in them: The very heathens have something of God manifested to them, and manifested in them: dt j n2-jn vhb pi pp-f np1 vvd p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13609 For the invisible things of God, (saith the Apostle) are manifested by the things that are made, For the invisible things of God, (Says the Apostle) Are manifested by the things that Are made, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, (vvz dt n1) vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 cst vbr vvn, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13610 even his eternal power, and Godhead: they have natural light, and a natural reason, and something of a natural conscience too. even his Eternal power, and Godhead: they have natural Light, and a natural reason, and something of a natural conscience too. av po31 j n1, cc n1: pns32 vhb j n1, cc dt j n1, cc pi pp-f dt j n1 av. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13611 The works of Creation they have, and the works of Providence, shewing them a great deal of the eternal power and God-head of God; The works of Creation they have, and the works of Providence, showing them a great deal of the Eternal power and Godhead of God; dt n2 pp-f n1 pns32 vhb, cc dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg pno32 dt j n1 pp-f dt j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13612 sufficient to convince them that there is a God, a Great, Infinite, Powerful God; sufficient to convince them that there is a God, a Great, Infinite, Powerful God; j pc-acp vvi pno32 d pc-acp vbz dt np1, dt j, j, j np1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13613 for he leaveth not men without witness, giving the very Heathens fruitful times and seasons. But I am not speaking unto Heathens, you that are Christians have yet further means, though in different degrees too. for he Leaveth not men without witness, giving the very heathens fruitful times and seasons. But I am not speaking unto heathens, you that Are Christians have yet further means, though in different Degrees too. p-acp pns31 vvz xx n2 p-acp n1, vvg dt j n2-jn j n2 cc n2. cc-acp pns11 vbm xx vvg p-acp n2-jn, pn22 cst vbr njpg2 vhb av av-j vvz, cs p-acp j n2 av. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13614 All have the Scriptures, Protestants have them in their own Language, so as they may read, All have the Scriptures, Protestants have them in their own Language, so as they may read, av-d vhi dt n2, n2 vhb pno32 p-acp po32 d n1, av c-acp pns32 vmb vvi, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13615 and in a great measure understand what they read; all have the Ministry of the Word, they have the Gospel preached to them; and in a great measure understand what they read; all have the Ministry of the Word, they have the Gospel preached to them; cc p-acp dt j n1 vvb r-crq pns32 vvb; d vhb dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb dt n1 vvd p-acp pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 660
13616 though it is true, that also is in very different degrees; though it is true, that also is in very different Degrees; cs pn31 vbz j, cst av vbz p-acp j j n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13617 yet all have something of what they call a moral Season, and are perswaded, and intreated to turn unto God. yet all have something of what they call a moral Season, and Are persuaded, and entreated to turn unto God. av av-d vhi pi pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb dt j n1, cc vbr vvn, cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13618 This we say, is not a sufficient means to bring a Soul unto Heaven: This we say, is not a sufficient means to bring a Soul unto Heaven: np1 pns12 vvb, vbz xx dt j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13619 if God doth not more for Souls, than let them have the benefit of the works of Creation, shewing them his glory, if God does not more for Souls, than let them have the benefit of the works of Creation, showing them his glory, cs np1 vdz xx n1 p-acp n2, cs vvb pno32 vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, vvg pno32 po31 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13620 and the benefit of the light of Nature and Reason, and the works of his common Providence; and the benefit of the Light of Nature and Reason, and the works of his Common Providence; cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13621 yea, and of the Scriptures, and the preaching of them; yea, and of the Scriptures, and the preaching of them; uh, cc pp-f dt n2, cc dt vvg pp-f pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13622 and that not only in a cold, flat, and dead, and dull manner, but in the most lively, powerful manner; and that not only in a cold, flat, and dead, and dull manner, but in the most lively, powerful manner; cc cst xx av-j p-acp dt j-jn, j, cc j, cc j n1, cc-acp p-acp dt av-ds j, j n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13623 they will never repent, never believe, and turn unto God: Paul may plant, and Apollo may water long enough, they will never Repent, never believe, and turn unto God: Paul may plant, and Apollo may water long enough, pns32 vmb av-x vvb, av vvb, cc vvb p-acp np1: np1 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vvi av-j av-d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13624 if God doth not give the increase. if God does not give the increase. cs np1 vdz xx vvi dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13625 It is not in him that Preacheth, and perswadeth, nor in him that Prayeth, and heareth, It is not in him that Preacheth, and Persuadeth, nor in him that Prayeth, and hears, pn31 vbz xx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, cc vvz, ccx p-acp pno31 cst vvz, cc vvz, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13626 but in God that sheweth mercy; he must give both to will, and to do; he must give repentance unto life, but in God that shows mercy; he must give both to will, and to do; he must give Repentance unto life, cc-acp p-acp np1 cst vvz n1; pns31 vmb vvi d p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vdi; pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13627 and be both the Author, and the finisher of our Faith. But yet I say, all these are means, some of them very great and excellent means; and be both the Author, and the finisher of our Faith. But yet I say, all these Are means, Some of them very great and excellent means; cc vbb d dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. p-acp av pns11 vvb, d d vbr n2, d pp-f pno32 av j cc j n2; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13628 and the highest in the order of external means: and the highest in the order of external means: cc dt js p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13629 And though they be not sufficient, though used with the best natural improvements of our own will, And though they be not sufficient, though used with the best natural improvements of our own will, cc cs pns32 vbb xx j, cs vvn p-acp dt js j n2 pp-f po12 d n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13630 and power, to bring us to Heaven; and power, to bring us to Heaven; cc n1, pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13631 yet sufficient to render us without excuse unto God, if we do not make a due, and just improvement of them. yet sufficient to render us without excuse unto God, if we do not make a due, and just improvement of them. av j pc-acp vvi pno12 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi dt j-jn, cc j n1 pp-f pno32. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13632 Let me therefore plead with you, that you would live up to the means of grace which God giveth you. Let me Therefore plead with you, that you would live up to the means of grace which God gives you. vvb pno11 av vvi p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vmd vvi a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vvz pn22. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13633 That sort of people amongst us, whom we call Quakers, call to men to Hearken to the light within them: That sort of people among us, whom we call Quakers, call to men to Harken to the Light within them: cst n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pno12, ro-crq pns12 vvb np1, vvb p-acp n2 p-acp vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno32: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13634 I do not well understand what they mean by the light within us; but thus much is certain, that all men have a light within them, and they have a light without them. I do not well understand what they mean by the Light within us; but thus much is certain, that all men have a Light within them, and they have a Light without them. pns11 vdb xx av vvi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pno12; p-acp av d vbz j, cst d n2 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc pns32 vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13635 The light without them is the light of the works of God in Nature, and of his works of Providence; The Light without them is the Light of the works of God in Nature, and of his works of Providence; dt n1 p-acp pno32 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n1, cc pp-f po31 n2 pp-f n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13636 The Scriptures, and the Ministry of the Word: all men have some, or other, or all of these. The Scriptures, and the Ministry of the Word: all men have Some, or other, or all of these. dt n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1: d n2 vhb d, cc j-jn, cc d pp-f d. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13637 All men have also a light within them, the light of Nature, and of Reason: This light (as I have shewed you) is not sufficient to shew a man the way to Heaven, All men have also a Light within them, the Light of Nature, and of Reason: This Light (as I have showed you) is not sufficient to show a man the Way to Heaven, av-d n2 vhb av dt j p-acp pno32, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1: d n1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) vbz xx j pc-acp vvi dt n1 dt n1 p-acp n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13638 but it is enough to shew a man much of God, and much of his duty; but it is enough to show a man much of God, and much of his duty; cc-acp pn31 vbz av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 d pp-f np1, cc d pp-f po31 n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13639 and the way to obtain a full and sufficient light, to bring him to glory, is for him to walk up to the light which he hath: and the Way to obtain a full and sufficient Light, to bring him to glory, is for him to walk up to the Light which he hath: cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt j cc j n1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, vbz p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp dt n1 r-crq pns31 vhz: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13640 This will be the condemnation, that when light is come into the world, men love darkness more than light, This will be the condemnation, that when Light is come into the world, men love darkness more than Light, d vmb vbi dt n1, cst c-crq n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1, n2 vvb n1 av-dc cs n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13641 because their hearts, because their deeds are evil. But to shut up this Discourse. Because their hearts, Because their Deeds Are evil. But to shut up this Discourse. c-acp po32 n2, c-acp po32 n2 vbr j-jn. p-acp pc-acp vvi a-acp d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1380 Page 661
13642 3. Ʋse. In the last place, What an obligation doth this lay upon the children of God, to cry out with holy David, Bless the Lord, O my soul, 3. Ʋse. In the last place, What an obligation does this lay upon the children of God, to cry out with holy David, Bless the Lord, Oh my soul, crd n1. p-acp dt ord n1, q-crq dt n1 vdz d vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi av p-acp j np1, vvb dt n1, uh po11 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1381 Page 662
13643 and all that is within me, bless his holy name. and all that is within me, bless his holy name. cc d cst vbz p-acp pno11, vvb po31 j n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1381 Page 662
13644 Bless the Lord, O my soul, and sing of all his benefits, who forgiveth all thine iniquity, and healeth all thy diseases. Bless the Lord, Oh my soul, and sing of all his benefits, who forgiveth all thine iniquity, and heals all thy diseases. np1 dt n1, uh po11 n1, cc vvg pp-f d po31 n2, r-crq vvz d po21 n1, cc vvz d po21 n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1381 Page 662
13645 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction, and crowneth thee with lovingkindness, and tender mercy. Who Redeemeth thy life from destruction, and Crowneth thee with Lovingkindness, and tender mercy. q-crq vvz po21 n1 p-acp n1, cc vvz pno21 p-acp n1, cc j n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1381 Page 662
13646 To heighten your souls apprehensions of the Divine goodness extended to you, and raise up your hearts in the high praises of God, I shall but offer Two things to your Meditation, with which I shall shut up this Discourse. To heighten your Souls apprehensions of the Divine Goodness extended to you, and raise up your hearts in the high praises of God, I shall but offer Two things to your Meditation, with which I shall shut up this Discourse. pc-acp vvi po22 n2 n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1 vvn p-acp pn22, cc vvi a-acp po22 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f np1, pns11 vmb cc-acp vvi crd n2 p-acp po22 n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1381 Page 662
13647 1. Consider, What is done unto you. 1. Consider, What is done unto you. crd np1, q-crq vbz vdn p-acp pn22. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13648 God hath undoubtedly given unto you a sufficient grace: The sufficiency lost in Adam, is restored to you by the Lords giving Christ to you; God hath undoubtedly given unto you a sufficient grace: The sufficiency lost in Adam, is restored to you by the lords giving christ to you; np1 vhz av-j vvn p-acp pn22 dt j n1: dt n1 vvn p-acp np1, vbz vvn p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n2 vvg np1 p-acp pn22; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13649 I can do all things, (saith the Apostle) through Christ that strengtheneth me. I can do all things, (Says the Apostle) through christ that strengtheneth me. pns11 vmb vdi d n2, (vvz dt n1) p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13650 So that God may say to you, (as to his Vineyard, Isa. 5. What could I have done more for my Vineyard, So that God may say to you, (as to his Vineyard, Isaiah 5. What could I have done more for my Vineyard, av cst np1 vmb vvi p-acp pn22, (c-acp p-acp po31 n1, np1 crd q-crq vmd pns11 vhi vdn av-dc p-acp po11 n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13651 than I have done?) What could I have done more for such a soul, than I have done?) What could I have done more for such a soul, cs pns11 vhb vdn?) q-crq vmd pns11 vhi vdn av-dc p-acp d dt n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13652 than I have done? God hath display'd the riches of his grace upon your souls. than I have done? God hath displayed the riches of his grace upon your Souls. cs pns11 vhb vdn? np1 vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po22 n2. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13653 God could do no more for you than he hath done. God hath nothing more to give, than grace and glory; God could do no more for you than he hath done. God hath nothing more to give, than grace and glory; np1 vmd vdi dx dc p-acp pn22 cs pns31 vhz vdn. np1 vhz pix n1 pc-acp vvi, cs n1 cc n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13801 and faith to lay hold upon the Lord Jesus Christ. and faith to lay hold upon the Lord jesus christ. cc n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 670
13654 he hath given you grace, special, distinguishing grace: Glory is hereafter to be revealed, in the mean time special effectual grace is glory begun. he hath given you grace, special, distinguishing grace: Glory is hereafter to be revealed, in the mean time special effectual grace is glory begun. pns31 vhz vvn pn22 vvi, j, vvg n1: n1 vbz av pc-acp vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n1 j j n1 vbz n1 vvn. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1382 Page 662
13655 2. Consider, Secondly, Why to you? to you rather than unto others; 2. Consider, Secondly, Why to you? to you rather than unto Others; crd np1, ord, c-crq pc-acp pn22? p-acp pn22 av-c cs p-acp n2-jn; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13656 others may easily understand, Why not to them? because they despised the riches of his Grace, they sinned against their natural light, they lived not up to their light of Revelation. Others may Easily understand, Why not to them? Because they despised the riches of his Grace, they sinned against their natural Light, they lived not up to their Light of Revelation. n2-jn vmb av-j vvi, uh-crq xx p-acp pno32? c-acp pns32 vvd dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pns32 vvd p-acp po32 j n1, pns32 vvd xx a-acp p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13657 But Why to you? Did not you also sin against your light? Did you make that improvement of the works of God, the light of your natural Reason, But Why to you? Did not you also since against your Light? Did you make that improvement of the works of God, the Light of your natural Reason, p-acp c-crq pc-acp pn22? vdd xx pn22 av n1 p-acp po22 n1? vdd pn22 vvi d n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f po22 j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13658 or Conscience that you ought to have done? If not, Why hath God done more for you, than for them; or Conscience that you ought to have done? If not, Why hath God done more for you, than for them; cc n1 cst pn22 vmd pc-acp vhi vdn? cs xx, q-crq vhz np1 vdn av-dc p-acp pn22, cs p-acp pno32; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13659 discovered more of Christ unto you, than unto them? Here you will be lost, and at last be forced to resolve it into this; discovered more of christ unto you, than unto them? Here you will be lost, and At last be forced to resolve it into this; vvd av-dc pp-f np1 p-acp pn22, cs p-acp pno32? av pn22 vmb vbi vvn, cc p-acp ord vbi vvn pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13660 God hath shewed me mercy, because he would shew me mercy, and hath extended compassion to me, only because he would extend compassion. God hath showed me mercy, Because he would show me mercy, and hath extended compassion to me, only Because he would extend compassion. np1 vhz vvn pno11 n1, c-acp pns31 vmd vvi pno11 n1, cc vhz vvn n1 p-acp pno11, av-j c-acp pns31 vmd vvi n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13661 Oh sit down alone sometimes, and say, My soul, Why should the God of grace shew mercy unto thee? Hast thou not sinned often against the very light of Nature, O fit down alone sometime, and say, My soul, Why should the God of grace show mercy unto thee? Hast thou not sinned often against the very Light of Nature, uh vvb a-acp av-j av, cc vvi, po11 n1, q-crq vmd dt n1 pp-f n1 vvi n1 p-acp pno21? vh2 pns21 xx vvn av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13662 and Reason? Hast thou not despised the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, and trampled under foot the blood of the Son of God? What high praises of God, are high enough for every true believers heart? How precious should Christ be unto his soul? How can he ever have thoughts of God high enough, and Reason? Hast thou not despised the Gospel of the Lord jesus christ, and trampled under foot the blood of the Son of God? What high praises of God, Are high enough for every true believers heart? How precious should christ be unto his soul? How can he ever have thoughts of God high enough, cc n1? vh2 pns21 xx vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1, cc vvn p-acp n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? q-crq j n2 pp-f np1, vbr j av-d p-acp d j n2 n1? c-crq j vmd np1 vbi p-acp po31 n1? q-crq vmb pns31 av vhi n2 pp-f np1 j av-d, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 662
13663 or with his tongue sing the praises of God loud enough? How doth he stand concerned to cry out with David, Awake my glory? Oh! What manner of person should a believer be in all boliness of conversation? He can certainly never do enough for that God, who hath done so much for him, or with his tongue sing the praises of God loud enough? How does he stand concerned to cry out with David, Awake my glory? Oh! What manner of person should a believer be in all boliness of Conversation? He can Certainly never do enough for that God, who hath done so much for him, cc p-acp po31 n1 vvi dt n2 pp-f np1 av-j av-d? q-crq vdz pns31 vvi vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp np1, vvb po11 n1? uh q-crq n1 pp-f n1 vmd dt n1 vbb p-acp d n1 pp-f n1? pns31 vmb av-j av vdb av-d p-acp cst np1, r-crq vhz vdn av av-d p-acp pno31, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13664 and hath made such a difference betwixt him, and others: and hath made such a difference betwixt him, and Others: cc vhz vvn d dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc n2-jn: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13665 This is praising of God, not in word and in tongue only, but indeed, and in truth: This is praising of God, not in word and in tongue only, but indeed, and in truth: d vbz vvg pp-f np1, xx p-acp n1 cc p-acp n1 av-j, cc-acp av, cc p-acp n1: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13666 Oh this is to perfect holiness! It is for that God who hath from eternity chosen you to obtain everlasting life, O this is to perfect holiness! It is for that God who hath from eternity chosen you to obtain everlasting life, uh d vbz p-acp j n1! pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 r-crq vhz p-acp n1 vvn pn22 pc-acp vvi j n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13667 and hath left others to perish in their iniquity; and hath left Others to perish in their iniquity; cc vhz vvn ng2-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13668 for that God who in the dispensations of his gracious Providence, in the execution of that purpose, hath given his Son for you, to purchase a certainty of Salvation for your Souls: for that God who in the dispensations of his gracious Providence, in the execution of that purpose, hath given his Son for you, to purchase a certainty of Salvation for your Souls: c-acp cst np1 r-crq p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp pn22, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po22 n2: (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13669 who hath sent the Ministers of his Gospel to you, publishing this Salvation by Christ, when others never heard of the Gospel; who hath sent the Ministers of his Gospel to you, publishing this Salvation by christ, when Others never herd of the Gospel; r-crq vhz vvn dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp pn22, vvg d n1 p-acp np1, c-crq ng2-jn av vvn pp-f dt n1; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13670 nay, who hath done much more than this, when others sate under the Gospel, and their hearts were never wrought upon by the preaching of it; nay, who hath done much more than this, when Others sat under the Gospel, and their hearts were never wrought upon by the preaching of it; uh-x, r-crq vhz vdn d dc cs d, c-crq n2-jn vvd p-acp dt n1, cc po32 n2 vbdr av-x vvn p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f pn31; (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13671 God hath especially changed, and wrought upon your hearts, and conquered your souls into the obedience of his Gospel. God hath especially changed, and wrought upon your hearts, and conquered your Souls into the Obedience of his Gospel. np1 vhz av-j vvn, cc vvn p-acp po22 n2, cc vvd po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13672 I shall conclude with that of the Psalmist, Psal. 107.1, 2. O give thanks unto the Lord, I shall conclude with that of the Psalmist, Psalm 107.1, 2. Oh give thanks unto the Lord, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f dt n1, np1 crd, crd uh vvb n2 p-acp dt n1, (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13673 for he is good, for his mercy endureth for ever. for he is good, for his mercy Endureth for ever. c-acp pns31 vbz j, c-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp av. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13674 Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy. Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy. vvb dt j-vvn pp-f dt n1 vvb av, ro-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (54) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13675 SERMON LII. Rom. 11.33. — His ways past finding out. SERMON LII. Rom. 11.33. — His ways passed finding out. n1 crd. np1 crd. — po31 n2 p-acp vvg av. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1383 Page 663
13676 I Have (as you know) in this Discourse, formerly made use of this Text to found a Proposition upon, concerning the unsearchableness of the ways of Divine Providence, (for of those ways it is, that this Text speaketh) I beheld, (saith Solomon Eccl. 8.17.) all the words of God, that a man cannot find out the ways of God which are done under the Sun, I Have (as you know) in this Discourse, formerly made use of this Text to found a Proposition upon, Concerning the Unsearchableness of the ways of Divine Providence, (for of those ways it is, that this Text speaks) I beheld, (Says Solomon Ecclesiastes 8.17.) all the words of God, that a man cannot find out the ways of God which Are done under the Sun, pns11 vhb (c-acp pn22 vvb) p-acp d n1, av-j vvn n1 pp-f d n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp, vvg dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (c-acp pp-f d n2 pn31 vbz, cst d n1 vvz) pns11 vvd, (vvz np1 np1 crd.) d dt n2 pp-f np1, cst dt n1 vmbx vvi av dt n2 pp-f np1 r-crq vbr vdn p-acp dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 663
13677 yea, though a man labour to find it out, yet be shall not find it, yea, though a wise man think to know it, yet he shall not find it. yea, though a man labour to find it out, yet be shall not find it, yea, though a wise man think to know it, yet he shall not find it. uh, cs dt n1 n1 pc-acp vvi pn31 av, av vbb vmb xx vvi pn31, uh, cs dt j n1 vvb pc-acp vvi pn31, av pns31 vmb xx vvi pn31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13678 I have shewed you that the ways of Divine Providence cannot be found out, 1. As to the Compass and Latitude of them. I have showed you that the ways of Divine Providence cannot be found out, 1. As to the Compass and Latitude of them. pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vmbx vbi vvn av, crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13679 2. As to the Tendencies of them. 3. As to the Method and Tract of them. 2. As to the Tendencies of them. 3. As to the Method and Tract of them. crd c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32. crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13680 4. As to the Indication of them. 5. Lastly, As to the Reason of them. 4. As to the Indication of them. 5. Lastly, As to the Reason of them. crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. crd ord, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13681 This is as true, with reference to the motions of special and effectual grace, as to the workings of Providence, in its more ordinary and common motions, relating to the affairs of the World. This is as true, with Referente to the motions of special and effectual grace, as to the workings of Providence, in its more ordinary and Common motions, relating to the affairs of the World. d vbz a-acp j, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j cc j n1, a-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 av-dc j cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13682 Now one of the Reasons why the ways of the Lord cannot be found out, is because he doth not always tread the same steps. Now one of the Reasons why the ways of the Lord cannot be found out, is Because he does not always tread the same steps. av crd pp-f dt n2 c-crq dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vmbx vbi vvn av, vbz c-acp pns31 vdz xx av vvi dt d n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13683 God doth not always do the same work in the same method: God does not always do the same work in the same method: np1 vdz xx av vdb dt d n1 p-acp dt d n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13684 and this is true as to the motions of Providence, in the distribution of special grace, as well as with reference to its motions, respecting the affairs of this life. and this is true as to the motions of Providence, in the distribution of special grace, as well as with Referente to its motions, respecting the affairs of this life. cc d vbz j c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n2, vvg dt n2 pp-f d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13685 I shall not pretend to find out these depths, I shall only Discourse some of these distributions, I shall not pretend to find out these depths, I shall only Discourse Some of these distributions, pns11 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av d n2, pns11 vmb av-j vvb d pp-f d n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13686 so far as to shew you, that they are reasonable motions. so Far as to show you, that they Are reasonable motions. av av-j c-acp pc-acp vvi pn22, cst pns32 vbr j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13687 I shall first Discourse shortly concerning the works of Divine Providence, in the bringing home of Souls unto himself, in the work of Conversion and Regeneration. I shall First Discourse shortly Concerning the works of Divine Providence, in the bringing home of Souls unto himself, in the work of Conversion and Regeneration. pns11 vmb ord n1 av-j vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt vvg av-an pp-f n2 p-acp px31, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1384 Page 664
13688 2. Secondly, In Gods carrying on of his work in the souls of his Saints, thereby preparing, 2. Secondly, In God's carrying on of his work in the Souls of his Saints, thereby preparing, crd ord, p-acp npg1 vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n2, av vvg, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1385 Page 664
13689 and making them meet for the Inheritance of light. and making them meet for the Inheritance of Light. cc vvg pno32 vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1385 Page 664
13690 That which I intend at this time to speak to, is the variety of Gods ways in bringing home souls to himself: That which I intend At this time to speak to, is the variety of God's ways in bringing home Souls to himself: cst r-crq pns11 vvb p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp, vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp vvg av-an n2 p-acp px31: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1386 Page 664
13692 and a Ship on the Sea, which can none of them be trackt, nor found out in the methods of their motions. and a Ship on the Sea, which can none of them be tracked, nor found out in the methods of their motions. cc dt n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vmb pi pp-f pno32 vbi vvn, ccx vvd av p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1386 Page 664
13693 God in the Converting of souls unto himself, doth not keep an uniform motion, nor tread certain steps; God in the Converting of Souls unto himself, does not keep an uniform motion, nor tread certain steps; np1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2 p-acp px31, vdz xx vvi dt j n1, ccx vvb j n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1386 Page 664
13694 but sometimes he worketh one way, sometimes another; sometimes by one means, sometimes by another. For some order in this Discourse, I shall Discourse, but sometime he works one Way, sometime Another; sometime by one means, sometime by Another. For Some order in this Discourse, I shall Discourse, cc-acp av pns31 vvz crd n1, av j-jn; av p-acp crd n2, av p-acp j-jn. p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1, pns11 vmb n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1386 Page 664
13695 1. Concerning the varieties of Divine Providence in the Conversion of souls. 1. Concerning the varieties of Divine Providence in the Conversion of Souls. crd vvg dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1387 Page 664
13696 2. What reasonable account may be given of that variety of Gods motions in this thing. 2. What reasonable account may be given of that variety of God's motions in this thing. crd q-crq j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n1 pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1388 Page 664
13697 3. What practical conclusions may be drawn from hence, or inferred upon this Discourse. I begin with the first of these. 3. What practical conclusions may be drawn from hence, or inferred upon this Discourse. I begin with the First of these. crd q-crq j n2 vmb vbi vvn p-acp av, cc vvn p-acp d n1. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord pp-f d. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1389 Page 664
13698 Quest. 1. What varieties of Divine Providence are observable in this great work of changing hearts, Quest. 1. What varieties of Divine Providence Are observable in this great work of changing hearts, n1. crd q-crq n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr j p-acp d j n1 pp-f j-vvg n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1390 Page 664
13699 and the Conversion of souls unto God? The truth is, there are some that will understand none at all; and the Conversion of Souls unto God? The truth is, there Are Some that will understand none At all; cc dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp np1? dt n1 vbz, pc-acp vbr d cst vmb vvi pix p-acp av-d; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1390 Page 664
13700 poor souls, they will understand no other Conversion, nor Regeneration, but in Baptism; every one that is Baptized, is Regenerated. There was indeed such a thing as Conversion, poor Souls, they will understand no other Conversion, nor Regeneration, but in Baptism; every one that is Baptised, is Regenerated. There was indeed such a thing as Conversion, j n2, pns32 vmb vvi dx j-jn n1, ccx n1, p-acp p-acp n1; d pi cst vbz j-vvn, vbz vvn. a-acp vbds av d dt n1 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13701 when the world was all Jews and Heathens; and to be brought to imbrace the Doctrine of the Gospel: when the world was all jews and heathens; and to be brought to embrace the Doctrine of the Gospel: c-crq dt n1 vbds d np2 cc n2-jn; cc pc-acp vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13702 But for any such thing, as the turning the heart from sin unto God, this they understood not; But for any such thing, as the turning the heart from since unto God, this they understood not; cc-acp p-acp d d n1, c-acp dt vvg dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp np1, d pns32 vvd xx; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13703 and indeed by their lives, one would judg they did not. and indeed by their lives, one would judge they did not. cc av p-acp po32 n2, pi vmd vvb pns32 vdd xx. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13704 But I am speaking to those, whom I believe taught better things, and who believe other things; But I am speaking to those, whom I believe taught better things, and who believe other things; p-acp pns11 vbm vvg p-acp d, ro-crq pns11 vvb vvd j n2, cc q-crq vvb j-jn n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13705 surely conversion, or turning from Idols, and erronious Opinions, is not all that we read in Scripture of the change of the heart, and turning unto God: But in the Converting of sinners, you shall observe a great variety, chiefly remarkable in Three things. surely conversion, or turning from Idols, and erroneous Opinions, is not all that we read in Scripture of the change of the heart, and turning unto God: But in the Converting of Sinners, you shall observe a great variety, chiefly remarkable in Three things. av-j n1, cc vvg p-acp n2, cc j n2, vbz xx d cst pns12 vvb p-acp n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc vvg p-acp np1: cc-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2, pn22 vmb vvi dt j n1, av-jn j p-acp crd n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1391 Page 665
13706 1. As to the time, the particular time of mans life, when God is pleased to call home souls unto himself; 1. As to the time, the particular time of men life, when God is pleased to call home Souls unto himself; crd c-acp p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f ng1 n1, c-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi av-an n2 p-acp px31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1392 Page 665
13707 some in their youth, some in their age, &c. 2. As to the External means, which God maketh use of in this work. Some in their youth, Some in their age, etc. 2. As to the External means, which God makes use of in this work. d p-acp po32 n1, d p-acp po32 n1, av crd c-acp p-acp dt j n2, r-crq np1 vv2 n1 pp-f p-acp d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1392 Page 665
13708 3. As to the manner of Gods dealing with souls, in the Converting, Regenerating, and bringing home souls unto himself. 3. As to the manner of God's dealing with Souls, in the Converting, Regenerating, and bringing home Souls unto himself. crd c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp n2, p-acp dt vvg, vvg, cc vvg av-an n2 p-acp px31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1394 Page 665
13709 1. First, As to the time. This our blessed Lord excellently setteth out to us in that Parable, Mat. 20. Where he telleth us: 1. First, As to the time. This our blessed Lord excellently sets out to us in that Parable, Mathew 20. Where he Telleth us: crd ord, a-acp p-acp dt n1. d po12 j-vvn n1 av-j vvz av p-acp pno12 p-acp d n1, np1 crd c-crq pns31 vvz pno12: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13710 That the Kingdom of heaven is like unto an housholder, who went out early to find out labourers, whom he might send into his Vineyard; That the Kingdom of heaven is like unto an householder, who went out early to find out labourers, whom he might send into his Vineyard; cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz av-j p-acp dt n1, r-crq vvd av av-j pc-acp vvi av n2, ro-crq pns31 vmd vvi p-acp po31 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13821 And this will appear to you very reasonable upon a double account. And this will appear to you very reasonable upon a double account. cc d vmb vvi p-acp pn22 av j p-acp dt j-jn n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 671
13711 some he called early in the morning, some about the sixth hour, some about the ninth hour, some at the eleventh hour; he called them in at several hours. Some he called early in the morning, Some about the sixth hour, Some about the ninth hour, Some At the eleventh hour; he called them in At several hours. d pns31 vvd av-j p-acp dt n1, d p-acp dt ord n1, d p-acp dt ord n1, d p-acp dt ord n1; pns31 vvd pno32 p-acp p-acp j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13712 The Kingdom of God is the Church of God, which properly consisteth only of such as are Saints by effectual-calling; though others that are visibly and professionally such, have that denomination, being mixed with others, who are the true members of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Kingdom of God is the Church of God, which properly Consisteth only of such as Are Saints by effectual-calling; though Others that Are visibly and professionally such, have that denomination, being mixed with Others, who Are the true members of the Lord jesus christ. dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq av-j vvz av-j pp-f d c-acp vbr n2 p-acp j; cs n2-jn cst vbr av-j cc av-j d, vhb d n1, vbg vvn p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vbr dt j n2 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13713 Gods calling men into his Vineyard, is his adding to the number of such as shall be saved. God's calling men into his Vineyard, is his adding to the number of such as shall be saved. npg1 vvg n2 p-acp po31 n1, vbz png31 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d c-acp vmb vbi vvn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13714 Now God calleth some early in their youth, some in their middle-age, some (but very few) in their old age; Now God calls Some early in their youth, Some in their middle-age, Some (but very few) in their old age; av np1 vvz d av-j p-acp po32 n1, d p-acp po32 n1, d (cc-acp av d) p-acp po32 j n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13715 some even at their dying hour, though of them there be, of all, the rarest examples. Some even At their dying hour, though of them there be, of all, the Rarest Examples. d av p-acp po32 j-vvg n1, cs pp-f pno32 pc-acp vbi, pp-f d, dt js n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13716 As God had Nazarites from the womb, so he sanctifieth some from the womb; Samuel was from the very womb Dedicated to God, and accepted of God. God telleth Jeremiah, Jer. 1.5. That before he came out of the womb, he sanctified him. As God had nazarites from the womb, so he Sanctifieth Some from the womb; Samuel was from the very womb Dedicated to God, and accepted of God. God Telleth Jeremiah, Jer. 1.5. That before he Come out of the womb, he sanctified him. p-acp np1 vhd np1 p-acp dt n1, av pns31 vvz d p-acp dt n1; np1 vbds p-acp dt j n1 vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn pp-f np1. np1 vvz np1, np1 crd. d c-acp pns31 vvd av pp-f dt n1, pns31 vvd pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13717 I am a-ware, that Sanctifying in that Text may be taken in another sense, as it signifieth a Separation to the Office of a Prophet; I am aware, that Sanctifying in that Text may be taken in Another sense, as it signifies a Separation to the Office of a Prophet; pns11 vbm n1, cst vvg p-acp d n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp j-jn n1, c-acp pn31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 665
13718 and so it may be understood, to be interpreted by the following words; and ordained thee to be a Prophet: and so it may be understood, to be interpreted by the following words; and ordained thee to be a Prophet: cc av pn31 vmb vbi vvn, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt j-vvg n2; cc vvn pno21 pc-acp vbi dt n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13719 but why it should be limited to that sense, I do not understand. St. Paul saith, He was separated from his Mothers womb, and called by his grace: but why it should be limited to that sense, I do not understand. Saint Paul Says, He was separated from his Mother's womb, and called by his grace: cc-acp c-crq pn31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pns11 vdb xx vvi. n1 np1 vvz, pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 ng1 n1, cc vvn p-acp po31 n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13720 but there separating must be understood of Gods design and purpose, for we know Paul was a blasphemer, a persecutor. But certain it is, that God calleth some very young; but there separating must be understood of God's Design and purpose, for we know Paul was a blasphemer, a persecutor. But certain it is, that God calls Some very young; cc-acp pc-acp n-vvg vmb vbi vvn pp-f npg1 n1 cc n1, c-acp pns12 vvb np1 vbds dt n1, dt n1. p-acp j pn31 vbz, cst np1 vvz d j j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13721 Timothy, from a child, was acquainted with the Scriptures. Timothy, from a child, was acquainted with the Scriptures. np1, p-acp dt n1, vbds vvn p-acp dt n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13722 Josiah, 2 Chron. 34.1, 2. at eight years old began to reign, and ver. 2. did that which was right in the sight of the Lord; Josiah, 2 Chronicles 34.1, 2. At eight Years old began to Reign, and ver. 2. did that which was right in the sighed of the Lord; np1, crd np1 crd, crd p-acp crd n2 j vvd pc-acp vvi, cc fw-la. crd vdd d r-crq vbds j-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13723 and ver. 3. at sixteen years of age he set upon his famous reformation. It is said of Abijam, the young Son of Jeroboam, that he only of the house of Jeroboam, went to his grave in peace, because there was some good thing found in him. and ver. 3. At sixteen Years of age he Set upon his famous Reformation. It is said of Abijah, the young Son of Jeroboam, that he only of the house of Jeroboam, went to his grave in peace, Because there was Some good thing found in him. cc fw-la. crd p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1 pns31 vvd p-acp po31 j n1. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 av-j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvd p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1, c-acp a-acp vbds d j n1 vvn p-acp pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13724 Sometimes, and most ordinarily, God worketh upon peoples hearts in their riper state, of which are the most plentiful instances in Scripture. Sometime, and most ordinarily, God works upon peoples hearts in their riper state, of which Are the most plentiful instances in Scripture. av, cc av-ds av-j, np1 vvz p-acp ng1 n2 p-acp po32 jc n1, pp-f r-crq vbr dt av-ds j n2 p-acp n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13725 You read of the thief upon the Cross, converted in the last day of his life: You read of the thief upon the Cross, converted in the last day of his life: pn22 vvb pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvn p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f po31 n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13726 and what we find in Scripture, we find God still doing in the dispensations of his Providence. and what we find in Scripture, we find God still doing in the dispensations of his Providence. cc r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp n1, pns12 vvb np1 av vdg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13861 yea, indeed God may be conceived for this reason, to call some at all hours; yea, indeed God may be conceived for this reason, to call Some At all hours; uh, av np1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi d p-acp d n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13727 The age in which we have lived, hath afforded many instances of children, whose hearts we may charitably judg, from the accounts we have had of them, God had in their very childhood Regenerated, and Sanctified them. The age in which we have lived, hath afforded many instances of children, whose hearts we may charitably judge, from the accounts we have had of them, God had in their very childhood Regenerated, and Sanctified them. dt n1 p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb vvn, vhz vvn d n2 pp-f n2, rg-crq n2 pns12 vmb av-j vvb, p-acp dt n2 pns12 vhb vhn pp-f pno32, np1 vhd p-acp po32 j n1 vvn, cc j-vvn pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13728 Blessed be God, we are not without some instances of persons, and those not a few, whom God hath wrought upon in their more adult estate, Blessed be God, we Are not without Some instances of Persons, and those not a few, whom God hath wrought upon in their more adult estate, j-vvn vbb np1, pns12 vbr xx p-acp d n2 pp-f n2, cc d xx dt d, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp p-acp po32 n1 n1 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13729 and some also in their old age; though Examples of that still are, and ever were very rare. and Some also in their old age; though Examples of that still Are, and ever were very rare. cc d av p-acp po32 j n1; cs n2 pp-f d av vbr, cc av vbdr av j. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13730 This is the first variety, obvious to every Eye. This is the First variety, obvious to every Eye. d vbz dt ord n1, j p-acp d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1395 Page 666
13731 2. A second variety observable, is in the means which God is pleased to make use of: 2. A second variety observable, is in the means which God is pleased to make use of: crd dt ord n1 j, vbz p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13732 For these God never tied himself to the same means. For these God never tied himself to the same means. p-acp d np1 av-x vvn px31 p-acp dt d n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13733 The preaching of the Gospel, was always made use of by God, as the most ordinary means: The preaching of the Gospel, was always made use of by God, as the most ordinary means: dt vvg pp-f dt n1, vbds av vvn n1 pp-f p-acp np1, c-acp dt av-ds j n2: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13734 It was, at the preaching of Peter, that Three Thousand Souls were in one day converted; It was, At the preaching of Peter, that Three Thousand Souls were in one day converted; pn31 vbds, p-acp dt vvg pp-f np1, cst crd crd n2 vbdr p-acp crd n1 vvn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13735 and the Apostle telleth us, that it pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that believed, 1 Cor. 1.21. and the Apostle Telleth us, that it pleased God by the foolishness of Preaching to save them that believed, 1 Cor. 1.21. cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pn31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vvd, crd np1 crd. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13736 And the Apostle tells us, that faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. And the Apostle tells us, that faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. cc dt n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13737 But yet, God hath made use (though more rarely) of other means: the means which God first used to the Eunuch, seems to be his reading in the Prophet Isaiah. Sometimes God made use of Providences: you read of many converted, But yet, God hath made use (though more rarely) of other means: the means which God First used to the Eunuch, seems to be his reading in the Prophet Isaiah. Sometime God made use of Providences: you read of many converted, p-acp av, np1 vhz vvn n1 (cs dc av-j) pp-f j-jn vvz: dt n2 r-crq np1 ord vvd p-acp dt n1, vvz pc-acp vbi po31 vvg p-acp dt n1 np1. av np1 vvd n1 pp-f n2: pn22 vvb pp-f d vvn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13738 and induced to believe in Christ, upon the account of his Miracles; and still God is pleased to use the same variety of means. and induced to believe in christ, upon the account of his Miracles; and still God is pleased to use the same variety of means. cc vvd pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2; cc j np1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi dt d n1 pp-f n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 666
13739 Generally indeed, God maketh use of the preaching of the Gospel; sometimes he sanctifieth the reading of the word; Generally indeed, God makes use of the preaching of the Gospel; sometime he Sanctifieth the reading of the word; av-j av, np1 vvz n1 pp-f dt vvg pp-f dt n1; av pns31 vvz dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13740 sometimes he maketh use of Providences. sometime he makes use of Providences. av pns31 vvz n1 pp-f n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13741 I think, I have sometimes read concerning Waldus, the Father of those ancient Protestants, called the Waldenses, that the seeing of one of his companions suddenly drop down dead, was the first means of his conversion; I think, I have sometime read Concerning Waldus, the Father of those ancient Protestants, called the Waldenses, that the seeing of one of his Sodales suddenly drop down dead, was the First means of his conversion; pns11 vvb, pns11 vhb av vvn vvg np1, dt n1 pp-f d j n2, vvn dt np1, cst dt vvg pp-f crd pp-f po31 n2 av-j vvi a-acp j, vbds dt ord n2 pp-f po31 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13742 we read of a great dread that fell upon People, upon the sudden death of Ananias, and Saphirah. My self have known one that would acknowledg, that his hearing of Bells Ring for persons dead, was a great means to beget serious thoughts in him, First, of turning unto God. we read of a great dread that fell upon People, upon the sudden death of Ananias, and Sapphira. My self have known one that would acknowledge, that his hearing of Bells' Ring for Persons dead, was a great means to beget serious thoughts in him, First, of turning unto God. pns12 vvb pp-f dt j j cst vvd p-acp n1, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc np1. po11 n1 vhb vvn pi cst vmd vvi, cst po31 n-vvg pp-f n2 vvb p-acp n2 j, vbds dt j n2 pc-acp vvi j n2 p-acp pno31, ord, pp-f vvg p-acp np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13743 It pleased God to make use of Manasses his Chains, to turn his heart; and the imprisonment of Paul, Acts 16. to convert the Goaler, and his whole Family. It pleased God to make use of Manasses his Chains, to turn his heart; and the imprisonment of Paul, Acts 16. to convert the Goalkeeper, and his Whole Family. pn31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f np1 po31 n2, pc-acp vvi po31 n1; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, n2 crd pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc po31 j-jn n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13744 Sometimes God useth the instructions of Parents; sometimes one means, sometimes another, as it pleaseth him. Sometime God uses the instructions of Parents; sometime one means, sometime Another, as it Pleases him. av np1 vvz dt n2 pp-f n2; av crd n2, av j-jn, c-acp pn31 vvz pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1396 Page 667
13745 3. A third observable variety, respecteth, The manner of Gods working upon Souls. It is true, in some (especially two) respects God dealeth a-like withal. 3. A third observable variety, respecteth, The manner of God's working upon Souls. It is true, in Some (especially two) respects God deals alike withal. crd dt ord j n1, vvz, dt n1 pp-f n2 vvg p-acp n2. pn31 vbz j, p-acp d (av-j crd) vvz np1 vvz av-j av. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1397 Page 667
13746 1. He forceth no Soul, he indeed maketh it willing, and giveth to will; but the Soul in its conversion to God, moveth willingly, and freely. 1. He forceth no Soul, he indeed makes it willing, and gives to will; but the Soul in its conversion to God, moves willingly, and freely. crd pns31 vvz dx n1, pns31 av vvz pn31 j, cc vvz p-acp n1; p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, vvz av-j, cc av-j. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1398 Page 667
13747 2. Secondly, He putteth forth an Almighty power, as to every Soul that is converted. 2. Secondly, He putteth forth an Almighty power, as to every Soul that is converted. crd ord, pns31 vvz av dt j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp d n1 cst vbz vvn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13748 The Soul is made willing, but it is in the day of the Lords power, Psal. 110.3. The Soul is made willing, but it is in the day of the lords power, Psalm 110.3. dt n1 vbz vvn j, p-acp pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, np1 crd. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13749 But yet the effects of this power are not always the same; But yet the effects of this power Are not always the same; p-acp av dt n2 pp-f d n1 vbr xx av dt d; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13750 all are not drawn in the like manner, some are drawn by a Silken Thred; others by Iron-Fetters: some God works upon in a more rough way, some in a more soft, and gentle way. all Are not drawn in the like manner, Some Are drawn by a Silken Thread; Others by Iron-Fetters: Some God works upon in a more rough Way, Some in a more soft, and gentle Way. d vbr xx vvn p-acp dt j n1, d vbr vvn p-acp dt j n1; n2-jn p-acp n2: d np1 vvz p-acp p-acp dt av-dc j n1, d p-acp dt av-dc j, cc j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13751 Some are a little, or not at all under the Spirit of bondage: others are Months, and Years under it; some Are a little, or not At all under the Spirit of bondage: Others Are Months, and years under it; d vbr dt j, cc xx p-acp d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: ng2-jn vbr n2, cc n2 p-acp pn31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13752 they are filled with the Lords terrors, and cry unto him out of the belly of Hell, before he heareth them: they Are filled with the lords terrors, and cry unto him out of the belly of Hell, before he hears them: pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 n2, cc vvb p-acp pno31 av pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pns31 vvz pno32: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13753 some are drawn with the Cords of love only, others with the Chains of fears. Some Are drawn with the Cords of love only, Others with the Chains of fears. d vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 av-j, n2-jn p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13754 Some are as it were insensibly drawn, and the Spirit of God as it were, slippeth into their Souls without any noise; some Are as it were insensibly drawn, and the Spirit of God as it were, slippeth into their Souls without any noise; d vbr p-acp pn31 vbdr av-j vvn, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 c-acp pn31 vbdr, vvz p-acp po32 n2 p-acp d n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13755 they become Temples of the Holy Ghost, and there is neither the noise of Ax, nor Hammer heard about the Spiritual building; they become Temples of the Holy Ghost, and there is neither the noise of Ax, nor Hammer herd about the Spiritual building; pns32 vvb n2 pp-f dt j n1, cc pc-acp vbz dx dt n1 pp-f n1, ccx n1 vvn p-acp dt j n-vvg; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13756 others are terrified like the Jaylor, Acts 16. cast down to the Earth like Paul, both in order to conversion, Others Are terrified like the Jailor, Acts 16. cast down to the Earth like Paul, both in order to conversion, n2-jn vbr vvn av-j dt n1, n2 crd vvd a-acp p-acp dt n1 av-j np1, d p-acp n1 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13757 and their reception of converting Grace. and their reception of converting Grace. cc po32 n1 pp-f vvg n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1399 Page 667
13758 2. Secondly, You shall observe, That God sometimes makes his way to the heart by the head, sometimes, he begins at the heart, and by that maketh his way to the head: 2. Secondly, You shall observe, That God sometime makes his Way to the heart by the head, sometime, he begins At the heart, and by that makes his Way to the head: crd ord, pn22 vmb vvi, cst np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, av, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp cst vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13759 my meaning is, sometimes God begins his work upon knowing persons, who have been Catechised out of the Law, and from Children have had a knowledg of the Holy Scriptures, sanctifying their first Principles to them, my meaning is, sometime God begins his work upon knowing Persons, who have been Catechised out of the Law, and from Children have had a knowledge of the Holy Scriptures, sanctifying their First Principles to them, po11 n1 vbz, av np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp vvg n2, r-crq vhb vbn vvn av pp-f dt n1, cc p-acp n2 vhb vhd dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, vvg po32 ord n2 p-acp pno32, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13760 and reflecting upon their Hearts and Consciences, the notions of truth, which they have been bred up in, the Holy Spirit bringing to their remembrance, what of God they have formerly heard from Ministers, Parents, or Goverours. and reflecting upon their Hearts and Consciences, the notions of truth, which they have been bred up in, the Holy Spirit bringing to their remembrance, what of God they have formerly herd from Ministers, Parents, or Governors. cc vvg p-acp po32 n2 cc n2, dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns32 vhb vbn vvn a-acp p-acp, dt j n1 vvg p-acp po32 n1, r-crq pp-f np1 pns32 vhb av-j vvn p-acp n2, n2, cc n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13761 As to others, God maketh his way from the heart, to the head. They have great degrees of ignorance, as to the truths of God; As to Others, God makes his Way from the heart, to the head. They have great Degrees of ignorance, as to the truths of God; p-acp p-acp n2-jn, np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1. pns32 vhb j n2 pp-f n1, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13762 but God blesseth his word so far, as that they can apprehend, they are in a lost condition, but God Blesses his word so Far, as that they can apprehend, they Are in a lost condition, cc-acp np1 vvz po31 n1 av av-j, c-acp cst pns32 vmb vvi, pns32 vbr p-acp dt j-vvn n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13763 and must look for another righteousness besides their own, and take up a new course of life; and must look for Another righteousness beside their own, and take up a new course of life; cc vmb vvi p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp po32 d, cc vvb a-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13764 they hear of a Saviour come into the World, of a fulness in him, and a readiness to save unto the utmost, those who by faith come unto him: they hear of a Saviour come into the World, of a fullness in him, and a readiness to save unto the utmost, those who by faith come unto him: pns32 vvb pp-f dt n1 vvb p-acp dt n1, pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno31, cc dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j, d r-crq p-acp n1 vvn p-acp pno31: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13765 this makes them to inquire, return and come, to seek for Spiritual knowledg as for Silver, and to dig for it, as for hidden treasure, and by following on to know the Lord, they came to know him. this makes them to inquire, return and come, to seek for Spiritual knowledge as for Silver, and to dig for it, as for hidden treasure, and by following on to know the Lord, they Come to know him. d vvz pno32 p-acp vvb, vvb cc vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp j n1 a-acp p-acp n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, c-acp p-acp j-vvn n1, cc p-acp vvg a-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13766 But this is enough to have hinted you, as to the varieties to be observed in Gods methods, of working in the conversion of Souls. But this is enough to have hinted you, as to the varieties to be observed in God's methods, of working in the conversion of Souls. p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn pn22, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp npg1 n2, pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13767 Let me in the next place shew the reasonableness of the Divine workings in this great work. Let me in the next place show the reasonableness of the Divine workings in this great work. vvb pno11 p-acp dt ord n1 vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 p-acp d j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1400 Page 668
13768 1. And first as to the variety observed in point of time. 1. Some are converted young. 1. And First as to the variety observed in point of time. 1. some Are converted young. crd cc ord p-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp n1 pp-f n1. crd d vbr vvn j. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1401 Page 668
13769 Possibly God may do it, that he may Crown the indeavours of Parents, & Governours, Possibly God may do it, that he may Crown the endeavours of Parents, & Governors, av-j np1 vmb vdi pn31, cst pns31 vmb vvi dt n2 pp-f n2, cc n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13770 and thereby engage others to take care of the Souls of their Correlations committed to their charge. and thereby engage Others to take care of the Souls of their Correlations committed to their charge. cc av vvi n2-jn p-acp vvi n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13771 Some Parents are very solicitous for the Spiritual good of their children, whetting upon them their lost condition by Nature, often minding them of Eternity, some Parents Are very solicitous for the Spiritual good of their children, whetting upon them their lost condition by Nature, often minding them of Eternity, d n2 vbr av j p-acp dt j j pp-f po32 n2, vvg p-acp pno32 po32 j-vvn n1 p-acp n1, av vvg pno32 pp-f n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13772 and calling upon them, to remember their Creator in the days of their youth; and calling upon them, to Remember their Creator in the days of their youth; cc vvg p-acp pno32, pc-acp vvi po32 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13773 now where any will do this, God takes notice of it, and will often Crown those Domestick labours with a desired success; now where any will do this, God Takes notice of it, and will often Crown those Domestic labours with a desired success; av c-crq d vmb vdi d, np1 vvz n1 pp-f pn31, cc vmb av vvi d j-jn n2 p-acp dt j-vvn n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13774 for the encouragement of others, God gives in to their prayers, the Souls of their Children oft-times, while yet they are Children. for the encouragement of Others, God gives in to their Prayers, the Souls of their Children ofttimes, while yet they Are Children. p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, np1 vvz p-acp p-acp po32 n2, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 av, cs av pns32 vbr n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13775 It is said of Monica, the Mother of Augustine, that she was a woman of many tears, and prayers for her Son; It is said of Monica, the Mother of Augustine, that she was a woman of many tears, and Prayers for her Son; pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f np1, cst pns31 vbds dt n1 pp-f d n2, cc n2 p-acp po31 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13776 and Ambrose was wont to comfort her, telling her that it was impossible, that a Child of so many tears should perish. and Ambrose was wont to Comfort her, telling her that it was impossible, that a Child of so many tears should perish. cc np1 vbds j pc-acp vvi pno31, vvg po31 cst pn31 vbds j, cst dt n1 pp-f av d n2 vmd vvi. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 668
13777 It is not impossible indeed that some should perish, who have been Children of many tears, It is not impossible indeed that Some should perish, who have been Children of many tears, pn31 vbz xx j av cst d vmd vvi, r-crq vhb vbn n2 pp-f d n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13778 and prayers, for whom godly Mothers have travailed in pain again, till Christ should be formed in them: and Prayers, for whom godly Mother's have travailed in pain again, till christ should be formed in them: cc n2, p-acp r-crq j ng1 vhb vvn p-acp n1 av, c-acp np1 vmd vbi vvn p-acp pno32: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13779 there is no merit in our prayers, and tears, neither hath God made us any promise, that he will convert, there is no merit in our Prayers, and tears, neither hath God made us any promise, that he will convert, pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp po12 n2, cc n2, av-dx vhz np1 vvn pno12 d n1, cst pns31 vmb vvi, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13780 and Eternally save all our Children, on whose behalf we labour and wrestle with God; and Eternally save all our Children, on whose behalf we labour and wrestle with God; cc av-j vvi d po12 n2, p-acp rg-crq n1 pns12 vvb cc vvi p-acp np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13781 but as Hannah obtained her Child by Prayer, upon which account it was, that she named him Samuel, Beg'd of God; but as Hannah obtained her Child by Prayer, upon which account it was, that she nam him Samuel, Begged of God; cc-acp c-acp np1 vvn po31 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq n1 pn31 vbds, cst pns31 vvd pno31 np1, vvn pp-f np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13782 so I doubt not but that there are many good Parents, that by Prayer have from God obtained the Conversion, and Regeneration of their Children; so I doubt not but that there Are many good Parents, that by Prayer have from God obtained the Conversion, and Regeneration of their Children; av pns11 vvb xx p-acp d a-acp vbr d j n2, cst p-acp n1 vhb p-acp np1 vvd dt n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13822 1. Those which do a great deal of work for God, must have a great deal of time to do it in. 1. Those which do a great deal of work for God, must have a great deal of time to do it in. crd d r-crq vdb dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, vmb vhi dt j n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1405 Page 671
13783 and that early, that the Lord might as it were shew them, that he gave in the Souls of their Children to their prayers, and that early, that the Lord might as it were show them, that he gave in the Souls of their Children to their Prayers, cc d av-j, cst dt n1 vmd p-acp pn31 vbdr vvi pno32, cst pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13784 and their godly instructions, exhortations, reproofs, catechizing, &c. If we should never see grace appearing in tender years, we should conclude it in vain, during those years, to use any means with them, tending to such an end. and their godly instructions, exhortations, reproofs, catechizing, etc. If we should never see grace appearing in tender Years, we should conclude it in vain, during those Years, to use any means with them, tending to such an end. cc po32 j n2, n2, n2, vvg, av cs pns12 vmd av-x vvi n1 vvg p-acp j n2, pns12 vmd vvi pn31 p-acp j, p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp pno32, vvg p-acp d dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13785 The Apostle telleth Timothy, 2 Tim. 3.15. That from a Child he had known the Scriptures; and 2 Tim. 1.5. The Apostle Telleth Timothy, 2 Tim. 3.15. That from a Child he had known the Scriptures; and 2 Tim. 1.5. dt n1 vvz np1, crd np1 crd. cst p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhd vvn dt n2; cc crd np1 crd. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13786 He mentioneth an unfained faith that was both in his Grandmother Lois, and in his Mother Eunice, and he was perswaded in him also, in him (doubtless in great measure by their means.) God honouring their labours with the conversion of Timothy. He mentioneth an unfeigned faith that was both in his Grandmother Lois, and in his Mother Eunice, and he was persuaded in him also, in him (doubtless in great measure by their means.) God honouring their labours with the conversion of Timothy. pns31 vvz dt j n1 cst vbds av-d p-acp po31 n1 fw-fr, cc p-acp po31 n1 np1, cc pns31 vbds vvn p-acp pno31 av, p-acp pno31 (av-j p-acp j n1 p-acp po32 n2.) np1 vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1402 Page 669
13787 2. Secondly, Possibly God doth intend some elect vessels of his no long time in the World. 2. Secondly, Possibly God does intend Some elect vessels of his no long time in the World. crd ord, av-j np1 vdz vvi d j-vvn n2 pp-f po31 dx av-j n1 p-acp dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13788 God intended Abijam the Son Jeroboam, but a short time in the World, and therefore there was early found in him some good thing. God intended Abijah the Son Jeroboam, but a short time in the World, and Therefore there was early found in him Some good thing. np1 vvd np1 dt n1 np1, p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc av a-acp vbds av-j vvn p-acp pno31 d j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13789 I observed that amongst all the Patriarchs, which are reckoned up, Gen. 5. He of them who (before Enos ) lived the shortest time, lived 895 years, the rest lived longer, only Enoch lived but 365, about a third part of the time of the other. I observed that among all the Patriarchs, which Are reckoned up, Gen. 5. He of them who (before Enos) lived the Shortest time, lived 895 Years, the rest lived longer, only Enoch lived but 365, about a third part of the time of the other. pns11 vvd cst p-acp d dt n2, r-crq vbr vvn a-acp, np1 crd pns31 pp-f pno32 r-crq (c-acp np1) vvd dt js n1, vvd crd n2, dt n1 vvd av-jc, av-j np1 vvn p-acp crd, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13790 It is said, He walked with God, and was not, for God took-him; It is said, He walked with God, and was not, for God took-him; pn31 vbz vvn, pns31 vvd p-acp np1, cc vbds xx, c-acp np1 j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13791 and we see this of times in our experience, God taketh away those in their youth, whom he calleth in their Childhood and youth. and we see this of times in our experience, God Takes away those in their youth, whom he calls in their Childhood and youth. cc pns12 vvb d pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n1, np1 vvz av d p-acp po32 n1, ro-crq pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n1 cc n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13792 You have an observation, that beautiful Children, or Children of composed serious countenances, (when very young) or such as being very young are very toward, You have an observation, that beautiful Children, or Children of composed serious countenances, (when very young) or such as being very young Are very towards, pn22 vhb dt n1, cst j n2, cc n2 pp-f vvn j n2, (c-crq av j) cc d c-acp vbg av j vbr j p-acp, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13793 and fond of their Books, seldome live long; and found of their Books, seldom live long; cc j pp-f po32 n2, av vvb av-j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13794 how true that is I cannot say, but you shall (I believe) more certainly observe it of such who earlily have their hearts changed, and are converted unto God. how true that is I cannot say, but you shall (I believe) more Certainly observe it of such who earlily have their hearts changed, and Are converted unto God. c-crq j d vbz pns11 vmbx vvi, cc-acp pn22 vmb (pns11 vvb) av-dc av-j vvi pn31 pp-f d r-crq av-j vhb po32 n2 vvn, cc vbr vvn p-acp np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13795 God setteth those to work young, to whom he hath not appointed long time to work; God sets those to work young, to whom he hath not appointed long time to work; np1 vvz d pc-acp vvi j, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vhz xx vvn av-j n1 pc-acp vvi; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13796 of all whom God hath given unto Christ, he must lose none; of all whom God hath given unto christ, he must loose none; pp-f d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp np1, pns31 vmb vvi pix; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13797 and though Infants elect, are saved upon the Covenant of grace, before it appeareth to the World, that they have laid hold upon it, and though Infants elect, Are saved upon the Covenant of grace, before it appears to the World, that they have laid hold upon it, cc cs n2 vvb, vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vhb vvn n1 p-acp pn31, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 669
13798 or are in a capacity in order to it, to exercise their reason; yet, that is not Gods usual way: or Are in a capacity in order to it, to exercise their reason; yet, that is not God's usual Way: cc vbr p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pn31, pc-acp vvi po32 n1; av, cst vbz xx npg1 j n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 670
13799 where he alloweth to any a longer life, till they come to exercise their reason, he expecteth they should keep the ordinary road to Heaven, by repentance and faith, where he alloweth to any a longer life, till they come to exercise their reason, he Expects they should keep the ordinary road to Heaven, by Repentance and faith, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp d dt jc n1, c-acp pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi po32 n1, pns31 vvz pns32 vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1 cc n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 670
13800 and in order to this he worketh upon their hearts betimes, giving them repentance unto life, and in order to this he works upon their hearts betimes, giving them Repentance unto life, cc p-acp n1 p-acp d pns31 vvz p-acp po32 n2 av, vvg pno32 n1 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1403 Page 670
13802 3. Thirdly, Possibly God doth intend some a longer time in the World, but hath designed them for some great and eminent service in it; 3. Thirdly, Possibly God does intend Some a longer time in the World, but hath designed them for Some great and eminent service in it; crd ord, av-j np1 vdz vvi d dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1, cc-acp vhz vvn pno32 p-acp d j cc j n1 p-acp pn31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13803 such the Lord useth to call betimes. I will shew it you in two or three eminent instances. such the Lord uses to call betimes. I will show it you in two or three eminent instances. d dt n1 vvz pc-acp vvi av. pns11 vmb vvi pn31 pn22 p-acp crd cc crd j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13804 The first is that of Samuel. Samuel was to be a great Prophet, yea, and a Judge in Israel; God accordingly betimes took him unto his more special tutorage: The First is that of Samuel. Samuel was to be a great Prophet, yea, and a Judge in Israel; God accordingly betimes took him unto his more special tutorage: dt ord vbz cst pp-f np1. np1 vbds pc-acp vbi dt j n1, uh, cc dt vvb p-acp np1; np1 av-vvg av vvd pno31 p-acp po31 av-dc j n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13805 he was designed by his Mother, and from the very time of his weaning, by her dedicated unto the Lord; he was designed by his Mother, and from the very time of his weaning, by her dedicated unto the Lord; pns31 vbds vvn p-acp po31 n1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 vvg, p-acp po31 vvn p-acp dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13806 and the Lord while he was yet a Child, eminently communicated his mind to him; as you read in the story, 1 Sam. 2.3. chap. Josiah was a Second. and the Lord while he was yet a Child, eminently communicated his mind to him; as you read in the story, 1 Sam. 2.3. chap. Josiah was a Second. cc dt n1 cs pns31 vbds av dt n1, av-j vvn po31 n1 p-acp pno31; c-acp pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. n1 np1 vbds dt ord. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13807 God had designed him for a great and eminent service, he was Prophesied of many years before he was born, God had designed him for a great and eminent service, he was Prophesied of many Years before he was born, np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt j cc j n1, pns31 vbds vvn pp-f d n2 c-acp pns31 vbds vvn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13808 and that by name, as who should work a great and eminent Reformation, and he did do that. and that by name, as who should work a great and eminent Reformation, and he did doe that. cc cst p-acp n1, p-acp r-crq vmd vvi dt j cc j n1, cc pns31 vdd n1 d. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13809 God earlily prepares him for it, he was but 8 years old when he began to reign, God earlily prepares him for it, he was but 8 Years old when he began to Reign, np1 av-j vvz pno31 p-acp pn31, pns31 vbds p-acp crd n2 j c-crq pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13810 and he began to seek the Lord God of his Fathers; and he began to seek the Lord God of his Father's; cc pns31 vvd pc-acp vvi dt n1 np1 pp-f po31 n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13811 and when was but 16 years of age, he began a work of Reformation, of a long and most grosly corrupted state. Timothy is a third. and when was but 16 Years of age, he began a work of Reformation, of a long and most grossly corrupted state. Timothy is a third. cc q-crq vbds p-acp crd n2 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f dt j cc av-ds av-j vvn n1. np1 vbz dt ord. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13812 God had designed him for an Evangelist, to have a great hand in settling the Gospel-Church. God had designed him for an Evangelist, to have a great hand in settling the Gospel-church. np1 vhd vvn pno31 p-acp dt np1, pc-acp vhi dt j n1 p-acp vvg dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13813 God called him very young, from a Child he knew the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make the man of God wise unto Salvation. God called him very young, from a Child he knew the Holy Scriptures, which Are able to make the man of God wise unto Salvation. np1 vvd pno31 av j, p-acp dt n1 pns31 vvd dt j n2, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 j p-acp n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13814 To these I may add an instance of an eminent Prince in our own Nation. To these I may add an instance of an eminent Prince in our own nation. p-acp d pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp po12 d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13815 King Edward the Sixth, who laid the first Principles of our reformation; (King Henry the 8th. King Edward the Sixth, who laid the First Principles of our Reformation; (King Henry the 8th. n1 np1 dt ord, r-crq vvd dt ord n2 pp-f po12 n1; (n1 np1 dt ord. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13816 did little, and what he did seemed rather to be out of interest so biassing him, did little, and what he did seemed rather to be out of Interest so biasing him, vdd j, cc r-crq pns31 vdd vvd av-c pc-acp vbi av pp-f n1 av vvg pno31, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13817 than otherwise) God was pleased in his very young and tender years, to seize upon his heart. than otherwise) God was pleased in his very young and tender Years, to seize upon his heart. cs av) np1 vbds vvn p-acp po31 j j cc j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13818 He had intended him (as the event proved) but a short life, and he had laid out for him a very great work, to purge such an Augean Stable, He had intended him (as the event proved) but a short life, and he had laid out for him a very great work, to purge such an Augean Stable, pns31 vhd vvn pno31 (c-acp dt n1 vvd) p-acp dt j n1, cc pns31 vhd vvn av p-acp pno31 dt j j n1, pc-acp vvi d dt jp j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13819 as the Popish rabble had left. Two observations I have made upon reading the Scripture. 1. That when God had long kept some women his servants barren, they ordinarily proved the Mothers of very eminent Children. as the Popish rabble had left. Two observations I have made upon reading the Scripture. 1. That when God had long kept Some women his Servants barren, they ordinarily proved the Mother's of very eminent Children. c-acp dt j n1 vhd vvn. crd n2 pns11 vhb vvn p-acp vvg dt n1. crd cst c-crq np1 vhd av-j vvn d n2 po31 n2 j, pns32 av-j vvd dt ng1 pp-f j j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13820 Rachel, Manoahs wife, Hanna, and Elizabeth, are instances of that. 2. That God very often when he designed Persons for some eminent work, prepared them for it, by an early seizing upon their hearts, and sanctifying them from the Womb unto himself. Rachel, Manoahs wife, Hannah, and Elizabeth, Are instances of that. 2. That God very often when he designed Persons for Some eminent work, prepared them for it, by an early seizing upon their hearts, and sanctifying them from the Womb unto himself. np1, npg1 n1, np1, cc np1, vbr n2 pp-f d. crd cst np1 av av c-crq pns31 vvd n2 p-acp d j n1, vvd pno32 p-acp pn31, p-acp dt av-j vvg p-acp po32 n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 p-acp px31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1404 Page 670
13824 2. Those who are to excel in work must not be much blotted in their previous conversation. 2. Those who Are to excel in work must not be much blotted in their previous Conversation. crd d r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 vmb xx vbi av-d vvn p-acp po32 j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13825 Jacob in his blessing of Reuben, Gen. 49. v. 4. hath this expression, Reuben shall not excel, because he went up unto his Fathers bed, he went up unto my Couch. Jacob in his blessing of Reuben, Gen. 49. v. 4. hath this expression, Reuben shall not excel, Because he went up unto his Father's Bed, he went up unto my Couch. np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd n1 crd vhz d n1, np1 vmb xx vvi, c-acp pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po31 ng1 n1, pns31 vvd a-acp p-acp po11 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13826 God seldome alloweth any one eminently to excel, whose youth hath been stained with many eminent and notorious blots; God seldom alloweth any one eminently to excel, whose youth hath been stained with many eminent and notorious blots; np1 av vvz d pi av-j p-acp vvi, rg-crq n1 vhz vbn vvn p-acp d j cc j n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13827 they may come to Heaven upon their conversion, but they shall not excel in the world. I can think but of one instance in Scripture to the contrary, which is that of Saul, he was a persecutor (himself telleth us) and a blasphemer, yet received to mercy; but he saith, it was because he did it ignorantly. St. Paul 's persecution was not rooted in a malice against godliness, they may come to Heaven upon their conversion, but they shall not excel in the world. I can think but of one instance in Scripture to the contrary, which is that of Saul, he was a persecutor (himself Telleth us) and a blasphemer, yet received to mercy; but he Says, it was Because he did it ignorantly. Saint Paul is persecution was not rooted in a malice against godliness, pns32 vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n1, cc-acp pns32 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1. pns11 vmb vvi cc-acp pp-f crd n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-jn, r-crq vbz d pp-f np1, pns31 vbds dt n1 (n1 vvz pno12) cc dt n1, av vvn p-acp n1; p-acp pns31 vvz, pn31 vbds c-acp pns31 vdd pn31 av-j. n1 np1 vbz n1 vbds xx vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13828 and holiness, but in an error of judgment: he saith of himself, that he verily thought, that he ought to do many things against Jesus of Nazareth. and holiness, but in an error of judgement: he Says of himself, that he verily Thought, that he ought to do many things against jesus of Nazareth. cc n1, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: pns31 vvz pp-f px31, cst pns31 av-j vvd, cst pns31 vmd pc-acp vdi d n2 p-acp np1 pp-f np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13829 There is a great deal of difference betwixt scandalous sinners: one man is prophane, and a persecutor only by a mistake, another man is so by principle. St. Paul was of the former sort: There is a great deal of difference betwixt scandalous Sinners: one man is profane, and a persecutor only by a mistake, Another man is so by principle. Saint Paul was of the former sort: pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp j n2: crd n1 vbz j, cc dt n1 av-j p-acp dt n1, j-jn n1 vbz av p-acp n1. n1 np1 vbds pp-f dt j n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13830 'tis true, he was a prophane, and mischievous persecutor, a prophane blasphemer; it's true, he was a profane, and mischievous persecutor, a profane blasphemer; pn31|vbz j, pns31 vbds dt j, cc j n1, dt j n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13831 but it was by a mistake, not that he had any prejudice, or ill Opinion of the ways of holiness, which Christs Doctrine led to; but it was by a mistake, not that he had any prejudice, or ill Opinion of the ways of holiness, which Christ Doctrine led to; cc-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1, xx cst pns31 vhd d n1, cc j-jn n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq npg1 n1 vvn p-acp; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13832 for he was never, that we read of, scandalous in those things which the light of Nature, Reason, or the Law of Moses required, or forbad; for he was never, that we read of, scandalous in those things which the Light of Nature, Reason, or the Law of Moses required, or forbade; c-acp pns31 vbds av-x, cst pns12 vvb pp-f, j p-acp d n2 r-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, n1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd, cc vvd; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13833 but only as to the matters of the Gospel, which his Country-men did not own, especially those who had Educated him; but only as to the matters of the Gospel, which his Countrymen did not own, especially those who had Educated him; cc-acp av-j c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq po31 n2 vdd xx d, av-j d r-crq vhd vvn pno31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13834 for after the strictest Sect of Religion amongst the Jews, he liv'd a Pharisee; so that his scandalous actions were bottomed only upon a mistake. for After the Strictest Sect of Religion among the jews, he lived a Pharisee; so that his scandalous actions were bottomed only upon a mistake. c-acp p-acp dt js n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt np2, pns31 vvd dt np1; av cst po31 j n2 vbdr j av-j p-acp dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13835 But others now are prophane by a principle: What principle? not a principle of error in the understanding, not rightly conceiving of the truths of God: But Others now Are profane by a principle: What principle? not a principle of error in the understanding, not rightly conceiving of the truths of God: p-acp n2-jn av vbr j p-acp dt n1: r-crq n1? xx dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, xx av-jn vvg pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13836 But a principle of malice and hatred in the will and affections, to any thing which crosseth their lusts; But a principle of malice and hatred in the will and affections, to any thing which Crosseth their Lustiest; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n2, p-acp d n1 r-crq vvz po32 n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13837 they hate the image of God where-ever they see it; they hate the image of God wherever they see it; pns32 vvb dt n1 pp-f np1 j pns32 vvb pn31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13838 they would have the strait-gate wide enough for Drunkards, Adulterers, Sabbath-breakers, Lyers, all sorts of sinners against the very light of Nature and Reason, they would have the strait-gate wide enough for Drunkards, Adulterers, Sabbath breakers, Liars, all sorts of Sinners against the very Light of Nature and Reason, pns32 vmd vhi dt n1 av-j av-d p-acp n2, n2, n2, n2, d n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13839 and the most indisputed Texts of Scriptures, to enter in, and persecute all those who oppose them in this thing; (a sin under the Gospel very near to, and the most indisputed Texts of Scriptures, to enter in, and persecute all those who oppose them in this thing; (a since under the Gospel very near to, cc dt av-ds vvn n2 pp-f n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi d d r-crq vvb pno32 p-acp d n1; (dt n1 p-acp dt n1 av av-j p-acp, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 671
13841 Now these and such-like other prophane persons, are not only scandalous in the Eyes of Gods people, Now these and suchlike other profane Persons, Are not only scandalous in the Eyes of God's people, av d cc j j-jn j n2, vbr xx av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13842 but in the Eyes of the men of the world: but in the Eyes of the men of the world: cc-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f dt n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13843 and although God sometimes changeth the hearts of debauched, and prophane persons, (though seldom the hearts of persecutors from this principle) yet he rarely suffers them to excel, and although God sometime changes the hearts of debauched, and profane Persons, (though seldom the hearts of persecutors from this principle) yet he rarely suffers them to excel, cc cs np1 av vvz dt n2 pp-f j-vvn, cc j n2, (cs av dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp d n1) av pns31 av-j vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13844 or to be in any eminent station, or of any remarkable note in his Church: when-as therefore he designeth any soul to any eminent station, or place in his Church, or to be in any eminent station, or of any remarkable note in his Church: When-as Therefore he designeth any soul to any eminent station, or place in his Church, cc pc-acp vbi p-acp d j n1, cc pp-f d j n1 p-acp po31 n1: j av pns31 vvz d n1 p-acp d j n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13845 or to do him any eminent service in any civil state, the Providence of God ordinarily seizeth upon their hearts in their youth, or to do him any eminent service in any civil state, the Providence of God ordinarily seizes upon their hearts in their youth, cc pc-acp vdi pno31 d j n1 p-acp d j n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jn vvz p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13846 and keepeth them from those debaucheries in their life, as may expose them to the obloquie of the world; and Keepeth them from those debaucheries in their life, as may expose them to the obloquy of the world; cc vvz pno32 p-acp d n2 p-acp po32 n1, c-acp vmb vvi pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13847 and make them say, Is Saul also amongst the Prophets? For a former prophane, and make them say, Is Saul also among the prophets? For a former profane, cc vvb pno32 vvi, vbz np1 av p-acp dt n2? p-acp dt j j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13848 and notoriously scandalous life, would much hinder that reputation of theirs in the eye of the world; and notoriously scandalous life, would much hinder that reputation of theirs in the eye of the world; cc av-j j n1, vmd av-d vvi cst n1 pp-f png32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13849 which is necessary in a rational way, to make what they shall afterwards say, and do for God, acceptable unto the world. which is necessary in a rational Way, to make what they shall afterwards say, and do for God, acceptable unto the world. r-crq vbz j p-acp dt j n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vmb av vvi, cc vdb c-acp np1, j p-acp dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13850 Hence it is that you shall observe, that Ministers, if they be leud in their lives, seldom or never do any good in their places, Ducimur praeceptis, trahimur exemplis; Hence it is that you shall observe, that Ministers, if they be lewd in their lives, seldom or never do any good in their places, Ducimur praeceptis, trahimur exemplis; av pn31 vbz cst pn22 vmb vvi, cst n2, cs pns32 vbb j p-acp po32 n2, av cc av-x vdb d j p-acp po32 n2, fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-fr; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13851 they are reasonably judged but to act a part, who call men to holiness, and live unholily themselves: they Are reasonably judged but to act a part, who call men to holiness, and live unholily themselves: pns32 vbr av-j vvn p-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, r-crq vvb n2 p-acp n1, cc vvi av-j px32: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13852 every one is ready to say to them, Physician, heal thy self, and to say within themselves, every one is ready to say to them, physician, heal thy self, and to say within themselves, d pi vbz j pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32, n1, vvb po21 n1, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp px32, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13853 If these men did in very deed believe what they talk to us, they would not themselves live contrary to what they teach: If these men did in very deed believe what they talk to us, they would not themselves live contrary to what they teach: cs d n2 vdd p-acp j n1 vvb r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp pno12, pns32 vmd xx px32 vvb j-jn p-acp r-crq pns32 vvb: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13854 And although a converted soul (who hath formerly been prophane) doth not so, And although a converted soul (who hath formerly been profane) does not so, cc cs dt vvn n1 (r-crq vhz av-j vbn j) vdz xx av, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13855 yet his former life is a wound upon his honour and reputation, which is of great concern to those, to whom he preacheth. yet his former life is a wound upon his honour and reputation, which is of great concern to those, to whom he Preacheth. av po31 j n1 vbz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz pp-f j vvi p-acp d, p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13856 God therefore ordinarily where he designeth a person for an eminent station, or work, doth prepare him for it, seizing him when young for himself. God Therefore ordinarily where he designeth a person for an eminent station, or work, does prepare him for it, seizing him when young for himself. np1 av av-jn c-crq pns31 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, vdz vvi pno31 p-acp pn31, vvg pno31 c-crq j p-acp px31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1406 Page 672
13857 4. Fourthly, God calleth some in their old age, at their very last hour; That there may be no room left for any soul to despair of Divine grace. 4. Fourthly, God calls Some in their old age, At their very last hour; That there may be no room left for any soul to despair of Divine grace. crd ord, np1 vvz d p-acp po32 j n1, p-acp po32 j ord n1; cst a-acp vmb vbi dx n1 vvn p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi pp-f j-jn n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13858 It was Augustines Observation of old, He called one, that none might despair, and but one, that none might presume. It was Augustine's Observation of old, He called one, that none might despair, and but one, that none might presume. pn31 vbds njp2 n1 pp-f j, pns31 vvd pi, cst pix vmd vvi, cc p-acp crd, cst pix vmd vvi. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13859 God calleth men into his Vineyard, some of them at the eleventh hour, that the oldest sinners might have hope; God calls men into his Vineyard, Some of them At the eleventh hour, that the oldest Sinners might have hope; np1 vvz n2 p-acp po31 n1, d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ord n1, cst dt js n2 vmd vhi n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13860 that the most decrepit sinner might not say, I am a dry tree, it is too late for me to think of repenting, and turning unto God: that the most decrepit sinner might not say, I am a dry tree, it is too late for me to think of repenting, and turning unto God: cst dt av-ds j n1 vmd xx vvi, pns11 vbm dt j n1, pn31 vbz av j c-acp pno11 pc-acp vvi pp-f vvg, cc vvg p-acp np1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13862 some at the sixth, some at the nineth, some at the eleventh hour; that sinners in all the periods of their lives might have hope, Some At the sixth, Some At the nineth, Some At the eleventh hour; that Sinners in all the periods of their lives might have hope, d p-acp dt ord, d p-acp dt ord, d p-acp dt ord n1; cst n2 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vmd vhi n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 672
13863 and some grounds of incouragement to turn unto God, when they see, that at all hours, some have been converted, and Some grounds of encouragement to turn unto God, when they see, that At all hours, Some have been converted, cc d n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, c-crq pns32 vvb, cst p-acp d n2, d vhb vbn vvn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13864 and turned unto God, and have found favour with him. and turned unto God, and have found favour with him. cc vvd p-acp np1, cc vhb vvn n1 p-acp pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13865 But this is enough to have spoken, to have shewn you the reason of the variety which the Providence of God shews us, But this is enough to have spoken, to have shown you the reason of the variety which the Providence of God shows us, p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn, pc-acp vhi vvn pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vvz pno12, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13866 as to this his first work, of conversion and bringing home souls with respect to time. as to this his First work, of conversion and bringing home Souls with respect to time. c-acp p-acp d po31 ord n1, pp-f n1 cc vvg av-an n2 p-acp n1 p-acp n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13867 Let us now a little consider the reasonableness of the Providence of God, making use of a variety of External means; Let us now a little Consider the reasonableness of the Providence of God, making use of a variety of External means; vvb pno12 av dt j vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vvg n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13868 most ordinarily (I told you) he maketh use of the publick preaching of the Gospel. most ordinarily (I told you) he makes use of the public preaching of the Gospel. av-ds av-j (pns11 vvd pn22) pns31 vvz n1 pp-f dt j vvg pp-f dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13869 Thus you read of most in Scripture converted, sometimes of the private instruction of friends: Thus you read of most in Scripture converted, sometime of the private instruction of Friends: av pn22 vvb pp-f ds p-acp n1 vvn, av pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n2: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13870 Thus when John the Baptist 's preaching, had been blessed to send Two of his Disciples unto Christ; Thus when John the Baptist is preaching, had been blessed to send Two of his Disciples unto christ; av c-crq np1 dt n1 vbz vvg, vhd vbn vvn pc-acp vvi crd pp-f po31 n2 p-acp np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13871 Andrew being one, he brings Peter his Brother; Andrew being one, he brings Peter his Brother; np1 vbg pi, pns31 vvz np1 po31 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13872 and when Christ had found Philip, Philip was an instrument to bring Nathaniel; and the woman of Samaria, Joh. 5. was an instrument to commend Christ to those of her City, and when christ had found Philip, Philip was an Instrument to bring Nathaniel; and the woman of Samaria, John 5. was an Instrument to commend christ to those of her city, cc c-crq np1 vhd vvn vvi, np1 vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1; cc dt n1 pp-f np1, np1 crd vbds dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp d pp-f po31 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13873 though indeed, when they came to hear and see Christ, they told her, That now they believed, not so much for what she had told them, though indeed, when they Come to hear and see christ, they told her, That now they believed, not so much for what she had told them, cs av, c-crq pns32 vvd pc-acp vvi cc vvi np1, pns32 vvd pno31, cst av pns32 vvd, xx av av-d p-acp r-crq pns31 vhd vvn pno32, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13874 as for what themselves had heard, and seen; and sometimes God maketh use of other Providences, as for what themselves had herd, and seen; and sometime God makes use of other Providences, c-acp p-acp r-crq px32 vhb vvn, cc vvn; cc av np1 vvz n1 pp-f j-jn n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13875 as I have more largely shewed you in my former Discourse. Now this is very reasonable, as I have more largely showed you in my former Discourse. Now this is very reasonable, c-acp pns11 vhb av-dc av-j vvd pn22 p-acp po11 j n1. av d vbz av j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1407 Page 673
13876 1. That God may honour his own Ordinances. 1. That God may honour his own Ordinances. crd cst np1 vmb vvi po31 d n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13877 He hath appointed the foolishness of preaching for the salvation of the Elect. He hath said, Hear, and your souls shall live. He hath appointed the foolishness of preaching for the salvation of the Elect. He hath said, Hear, and your Souls shall live. pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1 pns31 vhz vvn, vvb, cc po22 n2 vmb vvi. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13878 He hath told us, that Faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God: He hath told us, that Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God: pns31 vhz vvn pno12, cst n1 vvz p-acp vvg, cc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13879 and hath told us, How shall they believe, on him of whom they have not heard, and hath told us, How shall they believe, on him of whom they have not herd, cc vhz vvn pno12, q-crq vmb pns32 vvi, p-acp pno31 pp-f ro-crq pns32 vhb xx vvn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13880 and how shall they hear, without a preacher, or preach except they be sent? It is but reasonable therefore, that God having set up such an Ordinance as Preaching, and established such an order of Officers in his Church, and how shall they hear, without a preacher, or preach except they be sent? It is but reasonable Therefore, that God having Set up such an Ordinance as Preaching, and established such an order of Officers in his Church, cc q-crq vmb pns32 vvi, p-acp dt n1, cc vvi c-acp pns32 vbb vvn? pn31 vbz p-acp j av, cst np1 vhg vvn a-acp d dt n1 p-acp vvg, cc vvd d dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po31 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13881 as that of Pastors and Teachers, should in the ordinary, and most usual course of his Providence, concur with it, as that of Pastors and Teachers, should in the ordinary, and most usual course of his Providence, concur with it, c-acp d pp-f ng1 cc n2, vmd p-acp dt j, cc av-ds j n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb p-acp pn31, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13882 and bless it, and the labours of those, who are employ'd in it, to the conversion and bringing home of souls: and bless it, and the labours of those, who Are employed in it, to the conversion and bringing home of Souls: cc vvb pn31, cc dt n2 pp-f d, r-crq vbr vvd p-acp pn31, p-acp dt n1 cc vvg av-an pp-f n2: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13883 He hath said of old, Wheresoever I record my name to dwel, there I will meet my people and bless them. He hath said of old, Wheresoever I record my name to dwell, there I will meet my people and bless them. pns31 vhz vvn pp-f j, c-crq pns11 vvb po11 n1 pc-acp vvi, a-acp pns11 vmb vvi po11 n1 cc vvb pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13884 Gods name is stamped upon the Ordinance of Preaching; he hath Commissionated his Ministers, to go, Preach, and Baptize; God's name is stamped upon the Ordinance of Preaching; he hath Commissionated his Ministers, to go, Preach, and Baptise; npg1 n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg; pns31 vhz j-vvn po31 n2, p-acp vvb, vvb, cc vvb; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13885 he hath told them, that he will be with them to the end of the world. he hath told them, that he will be with them to the end of the world. pns31 vhz vvn pno32, cst pns31 vmb vbi p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13886 God must honour his own Institution, and give a being to his own word. God must honour his own Institution, and give a being to his own word. np1 vmb vvi po31 d n1, cc vvi dt vbg p-acp po31 d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1408 Page 673
13887 2. Yet secondly, It is also reasonable that we should understand, That God is not tyed up to any means, and know, that Conversion is Gods work, not a Ministers; 2. Yet secondly, It is also reasonable that we should understand, That God is not tied up to any means, and know, that Conversion is God's work, not a Ministers; crd av ord, pn31 vbz av j cst pns12 vmd vvi, cst np1 vbz xx vvn a-acp p-acp d n2, cc vvb, cst n1 vbz ng1 n1, xx dt n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13888 Paul may plant, and Apollos may water, but God must give the increase: Paul may plant, and Apollos may water, but God must give the increase: np1 vmb vvi, cc np1 vmb vvi, p-acp np1 vmb vvi dt n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13889 now this would not be understood, if God never used any other means than the preaching of Ministers to convert souls. now this would not be understood, if God never used any other means than the preaching of Ministers to convert Souls. av d vmd xx vbi vvn, cs np1 av vvd d j-jn n2 cs dt vvg pp-f n2 pc-acp vvi n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13890 God will therefore sometimes work immediately, sometimes by different means; God will Therefore sometime work immediately, sometime by different means; np1 vmb av av vvi av-j, av p-acp j n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13891 Reading the word; (as in the case of the Eunuch ) the counsels, reproofs, and exhortations of others, Reading the word; (as in the case of the Eunuch) the Counsels, reproofs, and exhortations of Others, vvg dt n1; (c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1) dt n2, n2, cc n2 pp-f n2-jn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13892 as in the case of Peter, and Nathaniel: Afflictions, as in the case of Manasses: Miracles, as in the case of many, of whom you read in the Gospel, that they were converted; as in the case of Peter, and Nathaniel: Afflictions, as in the case of Manasses: Miracles, as in the case of many, of whom you read in the Gospel, that they were converted; c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc np1: n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: n2, a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, pp-f ro-crq pn22 vvb p-acp dt n1, cst pns32 vbdr vvn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13893 to let us see, that God, although he useth means, yet is not limited to them. to let us see, that God, although he uses means, yet is not limited to them. p-acp vvb pno12 vvi, cst np1, cs pns31 vvz n2, av vbz xx vvn p-acp pno32. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1409 Page 674
13894 3. Thirdly, God may be conceived to use the means of private instructions, and counsels for the incouragement of all persons, set in relation to others, to a faithful performance of their duties, 3. Thirdly, God may be conceived to use the means of private instructions, and Counsels for the encouragement of all Persons, Set in Relation to Others, to a faithful performance of their duties, crd ord, np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f j n2, cc n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, vvn p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po32 n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1410 Page 674
13895 and a watching over, and for souls committed to their trusts. and a watching over, and for Souls committed to their trusts. cc dt vvg a-acp, cc p-acp n2 vvn p-acp po32 n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1410 Page 674
13896 It discourageth all sorts of labours, when we see nothing of that fruit from it, which we expected, or intended. It Discourageth all sorts of labours, when we see nothing of that fruit from it, which we expected, or intended. pn31 vvz d n2 pp-f n2, c-crq pns12 vvb pix pp-f d n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq pns12 vvd, cc vvn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1410 Page 674
13897 But of this, I have spoke before. But of this, I have spoke before. p-acp pp-f d, pns11 vhb vvn a-acp. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1410 Page 674
13898 Further yet, to shew you the reasonableness of the variety of Providence in the manner of converting, Further yet, to show you the reasonableness of the variety of Providence in the manner of converting, jc av, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1411 Page 674
13899 and bringing home of souls unto himself, I noted it to you in Two things. 1. God sometimes makes his way by the head, to the heart; and bringing home of Souls unto himself, I noted it to you in Two things. 1. God sometime makes his Way by the head, to the heart; cc vvg av-an pp-f n2 p-acp px31, pns11 vvd pn31 p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n2. crd np1 av vvz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1411 Page 674
13900 sometimes by the heart, to the head. This appears exceeding reasonable. sometime by the heart, to the head. This appears exceeding reasonable. av p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1. d vvz vvg j. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1412 Page 674
13901 1. That God may commend knowledg of spiritual things to us, and (as I said before) encourage duty. We are persons whose understandings are pittifully imperfect in the things of God, 1. That God may commend knowledge of spiritual things to us, and (as I said before) encourage duty. We Are Persons whose understandings Are pitifully imperfect in the things of God, crd cst np1 vmb vvi n1 pp-f j n2 p-acp pno12, cc (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) vvb n1. pns12 vbr n2 r-crq n2 vbr av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13902 and are very prone to take up false notions and measures; and Are very prove to take up false notions and measures; cc vbr av j pc-acp vvi a-acp j n2 cc n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13920 they begin to doubt and suspect whether God hath wrought any real change in them, because they have not been in the belly of Hell, as others have been: they begin to doubt and suspect whither God hath wrought any real change in them, Because they have not been in the belly of Hell, as Others have been: pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi cc vvi cs np1 vhz vvn d j n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vhb xx vbn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp n2-jn vhb vbn: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13903 and because the influx and operation of the Spirit of God, is by all men (of sound judgment in the things of God) determined necessary to conversion, we are apt to think that we have nothing to do with our children, and Because the influx and operation of the Spirit of God, is by all men (of found judgement in the things of God) determined necessary to conversion, we Are apt to think that we have nothing to do with our children, cc c-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, vbz p-acp d n2 (pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1) vvd j p-acp n1, pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi cst pns12 vhb pix pc-acp vdi p-acp po12 n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13904 and servants, but only to wait until God shall move the waters, (I mean change their hearts) and all Instruction and Catechising is needless; and Servants, but only to wait until God shall move the waters, (I mean change their hearts) and all Instruction and Catechising is needless; cc n2, cc-acp av-j pc-acp vvi c-acp np1 vmb vvi dt n2, (pns11 vvb vvi po32 n2) cc d n1 cc n-vvg vbz j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13905 and that bringing up youth to a knowledg of the form of sound words, is only to learn them to be Hypocrites, &c. God therefore to shew us the advantage of spiritual knowledg, and that bringing up youth to a knowledge of the from of found words, is only to Learn them to be Hypocrites, etc. God Therefore to show us the advantage of spiritual knowledge, cc d vvg a-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2, vbz av-j pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vbi n2, av np1 av pc-acp vvi pno12 dt n1 pp-f j n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13906 and to mind us of, and encourage us to our spiritual duty, is pleased sometimes to make his way to the head, by the heart; and to mind us of, and encourage us to our spiritual duty, is pleased sometime to make his Way to the head, by the heart; cc pc-acp vvi pno12 pp-f, cc vvb pno12 p-acp po12 j n1, vbz vvn av pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13907 reflecting the notions of truth, which have been instilled into us while we are young upon our consciences, making that knowledg instrumental to our conversion, and eternal Salvation; reflecting the notions of truth, which have been instilled into us while we Are young upon our Consciences, making that knowledge instrumental to our conversion, and Eternal Salvation; vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vhb vbn j-vvn p-acp pno12 cs pns12 vbr j p-acp po12 n2, vvg d n1 j p-acp po12 n1, cc j n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13908 and so letting the governours of others know, that they have not laboured in vain with the souls committed to their charge. and so letting the Governors of Others know, that they have not laboured in vain with the Souls committed to their charge. cc av vvg dt n2 pp-f n2-jn vvb, cst pns32 vhb xx vvn p-acp j p-acp dt n2 vvn p-acp po32 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1413 Page 674
13909 2. On the other side, God sometimes making his way by the heart to the head, making impressions upon the hearts of some poor blind ignorant Souls, 2. On the other side, God sometime making his Way by the heart to the head, making impressions upon the hearts of Some poor blind ignorant Souls, crd p-acp dt j-jn n1, np1 av vvg po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j j j n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13910 and setting them on work to inquire after Salvation; lets us know that the conversion of a Sinner is a work of grace, and setting them on work to inquire After Salvation; lets us know that the conversion of a Sinner is a work of grace, cc vvg pno32 p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1; vvz pno12 vvi d dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13911 and divine power, not a meer rational effect of notions imprinted upon the understanding, nor of moral Suasion, (alas these poor creatures possibly are not fit objects for such a thing;) but the finger of God is in it, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand, and divine power, not a mere rational Effect of notions imprinted upon the understanding, nor of moral Suasion, (alas these poor creatures possibly Are not fit objects for such a thing;) but the finger of God is in it, who hath the hearts of all men in his hand, cc j-jn n1, xx dt j j n1 pp-f n2 vvn p-acp dt n1, ccx pp-f j n1, (uh d j n2 av-j vbr xx j n2 p-acp d dt n1;) p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz p-acp pn31, r-crq vhz dt n2 pp-f d n2 p-acp po31 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13912 and turneth them as it pleaseth him: and turns them as it Pleases him: cc vvz pno32 p-acp pn31 vvz pno31: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13913 thus by this variety of his Providence, he doth both honour his own ordinance, and shew the profit, thus by this variety of his Providence, he does both honour his own Ordinance, and show the profit, av p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vdz d vvi po31 d n1, cc vvi dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13914 and usefulness of means, and also the mighty power that is put forth, in the changing of the heart by effectual grace, both which it is necessary the World should be convinced of. and usefulness of means, and also the mighty power that is put forth, in the changing of the heart by effectual grace, both which it is necessary the World should be convinced of. cc n1 pp-f n2, cc av dt j n1 cst vbz vvn av, p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp j n1, d r-crq pn31 vbz j dt n1 vmd vbi vvn pp-f. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13915 And this is enough for a reasonable account of the second variety. And this is enough for a reasonable account of the second variety. cc d vbz av-d p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt ord n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1414 Page 675
13916 The last variety which I observed, was Gods keeping some Souls a longer time under the Spirit of bondage than others. The last variety which I observed, was God's keeping Some Souls a longer time under the Spirit of bondage than Others. dt ord n1 r-crq pns11 vvd, vbds npg1 vvg d n2 dt jc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cs n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13917 Some he is pleased to draw to himself more sweetly, rather by arguments of love, than terrors and arguments of wrath; some he is pleased to draw to himself more sweetly, rather by Arguments of love, than terrors and Arguments of wrath; d pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp px31 dc av-j, av-c p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cs n2 cc n2 pp-f n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13918 others he is pleased more to fill with terrors, yea, and to keep their Souls a long time under them: Others he is pleased more to fill with terrors, yea, and to keep their Souls a long time under them: n2-jn pns31 vbz vvn av-dc pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, uh, cc pc-acp vvi po32 n2 dt j n1 p-acp pno32: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13919 and this we find by experience, is oftimes matter of some trouble to others, whom God hath dealt more gently with; and this we find by experience, is Oftimes matter of Some trouble to Others, whom God hath dealt more gently with; cc d pns12 vvb p-acp n1, vbz av n1 pp-f d n1 p-acp n2-jn, ro-crq np1 vhz vvn av-dc av-j p-acp; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13921 now there may be a reasonable account also given of this difference, though we must not pretend to find out the bottome of the Divine counsels in this dispensation of his Providence. now there may be a reasonable account also given of this difference, though we must not pretend to find out the bottom of the Divine Counsels in this Dispensation of his Providence. av pc-acp vmb vbi dt j n1 av vvn pp-f d n1, cs pns12 vmb xx vvi pc-acp vvi av dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n2 p-acp d n1 pp-f po31 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1415 Page 675
13922 I shall say little of the difference of Natural complexions and constitutions, which is not inconsiderable in this case. I shall say little of the difference of Natural complexions and constitutions, which is not inconsiderable in this case. pns11 vmb vvi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, r-crq vbz xx j p-acp d n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13923 He is little read in men and women in the World, who doth not observe, that as in the earth, (of which man is made) there is a great difference of Soil, that one Soil doth more easily suck up a showre of Rain, and digest it, than others. He is little read in men and women in the World, who does not observe, that as in the earth, (of which man is made) there is a great difference of Soil, that one Soil does more Easily suck up a shower of Rain, and digest it, than Others. pns31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, r-crq vdz xx vvi, cst c-acp p-acp dt n1, (pp-f r-crq n1 vbz vvn) pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, cst pi n1 vdz n1 av-j vvi a-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi pn31, cs n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13924 So in man there are some complexions that are far more tenacious of grief, and impressive by fear, So in man there Are Some complexions that Are Far more tenacious of grief, and impressive by Fear, av p-acp n1 pc-acp vbr d n2 cst vbr av-j av-dc j pp-f n1, cc j p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13925 than others are; (such are chiefly Melancholick, and some Flegmatick complextons. ) Now it is true, God in his work of conversion, could cure this, than Others Are; (such Are chiefly Melancholic, and Some Phlegmatic complextons.) Now it is true, God in his work of conversion, could cure this, cs n2-jn vbr; (d vbr av-jn j, cc d j-jn n2.) av pn31 vbz j, np1 p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, vmd vvi d, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13926 but he ordinarily doth not work miraculously; but he ordinarily does not work miraculously; cc-acp pns31 av-j vdz xx vvi av-j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13927 and where God begins a work upon the Souls of any who have bodies, which they inform of these sad, and where God begins a work upon the Souls of any who have bodies, which they inform of these sad, cc c-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vhb n2, r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f d j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13928 and dark constitutions, it is not at all to be wondered, (they being Naturally more prone to fears, and dark constitutions, it is not At all to be wondered, (they being Naturally more prove to fears, cc j n2, pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, (pns32 vbg av-j av-dc j p-acp n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 675
13929 and jealousies, to doubts and suspicions, and more tenacious of grief, and sorrow,) if by the working, the Natural working of these passions, to which their Natural complexion, and jealousies, to doubts and suspicions, and more tenacious of grief, and sorrow,) if by the working, the Natural working of these passion, to which their Natural complexion, cc n2, p-acp n2 cc n2, cc av-dc j pp-f n1, cc n1,) cs p-acp dt n-vvg, dt j n-vvg pp-f d n2, p-acp r-crq po32 j n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 676
13930 and constitution, more fully subjecteth them, if they be longer under the Spirit of bondage, than others. and constitution, more Fully subjecteth them, if they be longer under the Spirit of bondage, than Others. cc n1, av-dc av-j vvz pno32, cs pns32 vbb jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cs n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 676
13931 You will see at the same case with them in other things exciting those passions, and unless you would suppose, that God in the conversion of such, should work miraculously, You will see At the same case with them in other things exciting those passion, and unless you would suppose, that God in the conversion of such, should work miraculously, pn22 vmb vvi p-acp dt d n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp j-jn n2 j d n2, cc cs pn22 vmd vvi, cst np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vmd vvi av-j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 676
13932 and alter their natural complexion, and constitution, it is not reasonable to suppose that it should be otherwise, it is but according to the natural workings of their Spirits, who can get off no occasions of sorrow and trouble, and altar their natural complexion, and constitution, it is not reasonable to suppose that it should be otherwise, it is but according to the natural workings of their Spirits, who can get off no occasions of sorrow and trouble, cc vvi po32 j n1, cc n1, pn31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi cst pn31 vmd vbi av, pn31 vbz p-acp vvg p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po32 n2, r-crq vmb vvi a-acp dx n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 676
13933 so soon as others can, who are of more airy, & chearly constitutions. so soon as Others can, who Are of more airy, & chearly constitutions. av av c-acp n2-jn vmb, r-crq vbr pp-f dc j, cc av-j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1416 Page 676
13934 2. But a Second reason of this variety, may reasonably be conceived to arise from a difference of guilt. 2. But a Second reason of this variety, may reasonably be conceived to arise from a difference of guilt. crd p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f d n1, vmb av-j vbi vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13935 It is true, every sin deserved the Eternal, and utmost wrath of God. It is true, every since deserved the Eternal, and utmost wrath of God. pn31 vbz j, d n1 vvd dt j, cc j n1 pp-f np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13936 Every sin is against an infinite God, and hath a kind of infinity, and unmeasurableness of guilt in it; Every since is against an infinite God, and hath a kind of infinity, and unmeasurableness of guilt in it; np1 n1 vbz p-acp dt j np1, cc vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13937 but it is as true that every sin doth not lay a like load, and burthen upon the conscience, but it is as true that every since does not lay a like load, and burden upon the conscience, cc-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j cst d n1 vdz xx vvi dt j n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13938 nor is every sin equally hainous in the sight of God; nor is every since equally heinous in the sighed of God; ccx vbz d n1 av-jn j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13939 but is very much varied by the circumstances of it, both by the circumstances of the fact, but is very much varied by the Circumstances of it, both by the Circumstances of the fact, cc-acp vbz av av-d vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13940 and of the persons that commit it. and of the Persons that commit it. cc pp-f dt n2 cst vvb pn31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13941 Some sins do more Ʋastare & onerare conscientiam, and consequently a Christian finds it an harder matter to persuade himself that God will forgive him, than others: some Sins do more Ʋastare & onerare conscientiam, and consequently a Christian finds it an harder matter to persuade himself that God will forgive him, than Others: d n2 vdb dc vvi cc fw-la fw-la, cc av-j dt njp vvz pn31 dt jc n1 pc-acp vvi px31 d np1 vmb vvi pno31, cs n2-jn: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13942 and hence it is not at all to be wondered, that when God cometh to call home such a Soul, a Manasses, a Saul, a Mary Magdalen, &c. He makes them to feel more of his power, and hence it is not At all to be wondered, that when God comes to call home such a Soul, a Manasses, a Saul, a Marry Magdalen, etc. He makes them to feel more of his power, cc av pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn, cst c-crq np1 vvz pc-acp vvi av-an d dt n1, dt np1, dt np1, dt uh np1, av pns31 vvz pno32 pc-acp vvi dc pp-f po31 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13943 and terrors, and keeps them at a longer distance, from any apprehensions of his love; they have more highly provoked him, and possibly been a more eminent scandal; and terrors, and keeps them At a longer distance, from any apprehensions of his love; they have more highly provoked him, and possibly been a more eminent scandal; cc n2, cc vvz pno32 p-acp dt jc n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f po31 n1; pns32 vhb n1 av-j vvd pno31, cc av-j vbn dt av-dc j n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13944 and it is but a righteous thing with God to make them feel the smart of it. and it is but a righteous thing with God to make them feel the smart of it. cc pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi pno32 vvi dt n1 pp-f pn31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1417 Page 676
13945 3. A third thing, which may make this variety of God Providential dealings appear unto us, not unreasonable, may be, The design which God hath upon such a converted Soul; 3. A third thing, which may make this variety of God Providential dealings appear unto us, not unreasonable, may be, The Design which God hath upon such a converted Soul; crd dt ord n1, r-crq vmb vvi d n1 pp-f np1 j n2-vvg vvi p-acp pno12, xx j, vmb vbi, dt n1 r-crq np1 vhz p-acp d dt vvn n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13946 and that either with respect unto others, or, with respect to the carrying on of his work in his own Soul. 1. With respect unto others; when God hath a design to make some Soul eminently useful to the Souls of others. and that either with respect unto Others, or, with respect to the carrying on of his work in his own Soul. 1. With respect unto Others; when God hath a Design to make Some Soul eminently useful to the Souls of Others. cc cst d p-acp vvb p-acp n2-jn, cc, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po31 d n1 crd p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn; c-crq np1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi d n1 av-j j p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13947 The Apostle tells us, Heb. 2.18. That Christ was himself tempted, that he might be able to succour those that are tempted; The Apostle tells us, Hebrew 2.18. That christ was himself tempted, that he might be able to succour those that Are tempted; dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd. cst np1 vbds px31 vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi d cst vbr vvn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13948 and blesseth God, 2 Cor. 11.4. Who (saith he) comforteth us in all tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we our selves are comforted of God. and Blesses God, 2 Cor. 11.4. Who (Says he) comforts us in all tribulation, that we may be able to Comfort those which Are in any trouble, by the Comfort wherewith we our selves Are comforted of God. cc vvz np1, crd np1 crd. r-crq (vvz pns31) vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, cst pns12 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi d r-crq vbr p-acp d n1, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 po12 n2 vbr vvn pp-f np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13949 It is said of Luther, that he was wont to say, that Three things make a Divine, Temptations, Meditation and Prayers. Luther was himself a man of great temptations, It is said of Luther, that he was wont to say, that Three things make a Divine, Temptations, Meditation and Prayers. Luther was himself a man of great temptations, pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1, cst pns31 vbds j pc-acp vvi, cst crd n2 vvb dt j-jn, n2, n1 cc n2. np1 vbds px31 dt n1 pp-f j n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13950 and by them became able to succour those that were tempted. and by them became able to succour those that were tempted. cc p-acp pno32 vvd j pc-acp vvi d cst vbdr vvn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 676
13951 No knowledg is like experimental knowledg, none knoweth either how to sympathize with, or how to succor those that are under temptations, desertions, or any Soul-troubles, No knowledge is like experimental knowledge, none Knoweth either how to sympathise with, or how to succour those that Are under temptations, desertions, or any Soul-troubles, dx n1 vbz j j n1, pix vvz d c-crq p-acp vvb p-acp, cc c-crq pc-acp vvi d cst vbr p-acp n2, n2, cc d n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13952 so well as those who themselves have been under them; experience is a great Mistress: so well as those who themselves have been under them; experience is a great Mistress: av av c-acp d r-crq px32 vhb vbn p-acp pno32; n1 vbz dt j n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13953 when therefore God hath a design upon some Souls, to make use of them for succor, when Therefore God hath a Design upon Some Souls, to make use of them for succour, c-crq av np1 vhz dt n1 p-acp d n2, pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13954 and relief of others under Soul-troubles and afflictions, he often first brings themselves under them, and supports and comforts them, then they know how to speak a word in season, and relief of Others under Soul-troubles and afflictions, he often First brings themselves under them, and supports and comforts them, then they know how to speak a word in season, cc n1 pp-f n2-jn p-acp n2 cc n2, pns31 av ord vvz px32 p-acp pno32, cc vvz cc vvz pno32, cs pns32 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13955 how to comfort and relieve. 2. Again, God may be conceived reasonably to do it, upon a gracious design, in order to carrying on of his work in their own Souls: how to Comfort and relieve. 2. Again, God may be conceived reasonably to do it, upon a gracious Design, in order to carrying on of his work in their own Souls: c-crq pc-acp vvi cc vvi. crd av, np1 vmb vbi vvn av-j pc-acp vdi pn31, p-acp dt j n1, p-acp n1 p-acp vvg a-acp pp-f po31 n1 p-acp po32 d n2: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13974 One concludeth he hath as yet no work of God upon his heart, he was never humbled, never so broken upon the Wheel, never under such legal terrors, One Concludeth he hath as yet no work of God upon his heart, he was never humbled, never so broken upon the Wheel, never under such Legal terrors, pi vvz pns31 vhz p-acp av dx n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vbds av vvn, av-x av vvn p-acp dt n1, av-x p-acp d j n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13956 we know not what manner of Spirit we are of, God knoweth all our tempers, seeth all our inclinations and dispositions. 1. I have told you that some persons are more complexioned to some sins than others. we know not what manner of Spirit we Are of, God Knoweth all our tempers, sees all our inclinations and dispositions. 1. I have told you that Some Persons Are more complexioned to Some Sins than Others. pns12 vvb xx r-crq n1 pp-f n1 pns12 vbr pp-f, np1 vvz d po12 n2, vvz d po12 n2 cc n2. crd pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d d n2 vbr av-dc j p-acp d n2 cs n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13957 Every man hath his NONLATINALPHABET, his proper lust and corruption, by which he more ordinarily offendeth, than other ways; Every man hath his, his proper lust and corruption, by which he more ordinarily offends, than other ways; d n1 vhz po31, po31 j n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 av-dc av-j vvz, cs j-jn n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13958 God to prevent the breaking out of this corruption afterwards, layeth the Soul under the load, God to prevent the breaking out of this corruption afterwards, Layeth the Soul under the load, np1 pc-acp vvi dt n-vvg av pp-f d n1 av, vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13959 and burthen of it, and maketh his former miscarriages of that Nature, more exceedingly bitter unto him, that so he may see, and burden of it, and makes his former miscarriages of that Nature, more exceedingly bitter unto him, that so he may see, cc n1 pp-f pn31, cc vvz po31 j n2 pp-f d n1, av-dc av-vvg j p-acp pno31, cst av pns31 vmb vvi, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13960 how little fruit he may afterwards expect of those things of which he hath been to that degree ashamed, how little fruit he may afterwards expect of those things of which he hath been to that degree ashamed, c-crq j n1 pns31 vmb av vvi pp-f d n2 pp-f r-crq pns31 vhz vbn p-acp d n1 j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13961 and which he hath tasted to that degree bitter unto his Soul. 2. He may possibly see some of more brisk, and which he hath tasted to that degree bitter unto his Soul. 2. He may possibly see Some of more brisk, cc r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp d n1 j p-acp po31 n1 crd pns31 vmb av-j vvi d pp-f dc j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13962 and airy tempers, more inclined to pride, and being lifted up above measure, and therefore thinks fit to keep them longer under the Spirit of bondage; and airy tempers, more inclined to pride, and being lifted up above measure, and Therefore thinks fit to keep them longer under the Spirit of bondage; cc j n2, av-dc vvn p-acp n1, cc vbg vvn a-acp p-acp n1, cc av vvz j pc-acp vvi pno32 av-jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13963 as he did with Paul, after he had been rapt up into the third Heaven, as he did with Paul, After he had been rapt up into the third Heaven, c-acp pns31 vdd p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vhd vbn vvn a-acp p-acp dt ord n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13964 and heard unutterterable words, lest (as he saith) he should be exalted above measure, God gave him a thorn in the flesh. and herd unutterterable words, lest (as he Says) he should be exalted above measure, God gave him a thorn in the Flesh. cc vvd j n2, vvd (c-acp pns31 vvz) pns31 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1, np1 vvd pno31 dt n1 p-acp dt n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13965 Thus now I have given you some little account of the variety of Gods Providential dispensations toward Souls, in the collation of the first grace; Thus now I have given you Some little account of the variety of God's Providential dispensations towards Souls, in the collation of the First grace; av av pns11 vhb vvn pn22 d j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 j n2 p-acp n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13966 but now I have done, I can only say with Job, Chap. 26.14. Lo these are parts of his wayes, but how little a portion is heard of him! but now I have done, I can only say with Job, Chap. 26.14. Lo these Are parts of his ways, but how little a portion is herd of him! cc-acp av pns11 vhb vdn, pns11 vmb av-j vvi p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 d vbr n2 pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp c-crq j dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno31! (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13967 The end of all this discourse is not to pretend to give you all the reason of God in these his dispensations, The end of all this discourse is not to pretend to give you all the reason of God in these his dispensations, dt n1 pp-f d d n1 vbz xx pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 d dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d po31 n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13968 for who can by searching find out God, who can find out the Almighty unto perfection? we must say such knowledg is too wonderful for us, but only to shew you, that this various way of Gods dealing with Souls, whom he intendeth to bring to Heaven, is not such, for who can by searching find out God, who can find out the Almighty unto perfection? we must say such knowledge is too wondered for us, but only to show you, that this various Way of God's dealing with Souls, whom he intends to bring to Heaven, is not such, c-acp r-crq vmb p-acp vvg vvi av np1, r-crq vmb vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? pns12 vmb vvi d n1 vbz av j p-acp pno12, p-acp j pc-acp vvi pn22, cst d j n1 pp-f ng1 vvg p-acp n2, ro-crq pns31 vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, vbz xx d, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13969 but it will approve it self to the reason of every reasonable Creature, and such as is very equitable, but it will approve it self to the reason of every reasonable Creature, and such as is very equitable, cc-acp pn31 vmb vvi pn31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n1, cc d c-acp vbz av j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 677
13970 and proper for the wise God, in order to the compassing of his most wise and glorious ends. and proper for the wise God, in order to the compassing of his most wise and glorious ends. cc j p-acp dt j np1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 av-ds j cc j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 678
13971 Let me now shew you what use is proper for us to make of these meditations and observations. Let me now show you what use is proper for us to make of these meditations and observations. vvb pno11 av vvi pn22 r-crq n1 vbz j p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi pp-f d n2 cc n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1418 Page 678
13972 Ʋse 1. In the first place this may mind us to take heed of a rash judgment, either in our own case or in the cases of others; Ʋse 1. In the First place this may mind us to take heed of a rash judgement, either in our own case or in the cases of Others; j crd p-acp dt ord n1 d vmb vvi pno12 p-acp vvb n1 pp-f dt j n1, av-d p-acp po12 d n1 cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13973 we are very prone to give our selves needless trouble, and to pass unrighteous Judgments concerning the work of God upon our own, and others Souls. we Are very prove to give our selves needless trouble, and to pass unrighteous Judgments Concerning the work of God upon our own, and Others Souls. pns12 vbr av j pc-acp vvi po12 n2 j n1, cc pc-acp vvi j n2 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 d, cc n2-jn n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13976 he cannot give an account to himself of any certain time, nor of any certain Sermon, he cannot give an account to himself of any certain time, nor of any certain Sermon, pns31 vmbx vvi dt n1 p-acp px31 pp-f d j n1, ccx pp-f d j n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13977 when, or whereby God wrought upon, and changed his heart; and we are too too ready, to sit in Judgment upon the work of God, when, or whereby God wrought upon, and changed his heart; and we Are too too ready, to fit in Judgement upon the work of God, c-crq, cc c-crq np1 vvd p-acp, cc vvd po31 n1; cc pns12 vbr av av j, pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13978 also on the Souls of others. You have heard that the ways of God are past finding out. also on the Souls of Others. You have herd that the ways of God Are passed finding out. av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2-jn. pn22 vhb vvn d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr p-acp vvg av. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13979 God doth not always tread the same path, and the variety which God useth towards Souls under different circumstances, God does not always tread the same path, and the variety which God uses towards Souls under different Circumstances, np1 vdz xx av vvi dt d n1, cc dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp n2 p-acp j n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13980 and for different ends, is very reasonable: and for different ends, is very reasonable: cc p-acp j n2, vbz av j: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13981 we have all of us reason enough to be troubled if we do not find this great work wrought in our Souls; we have all of us reason enough to be troubled if we do not find this great work wrought in our Souls; pns12 vhb d pp-f pno12 n1 av-d pc-acp vbi vvn cs pns12 vdb xx vvi d j n1 vvn p-acp po12 n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13982 but if we do find, that our hearts are changed, that the work is done for the way or means, but if we do find, that our hearts Are changed, that the work is done for the Way or means, cc-acp cs pns12 vdb vvi, cst po12 n2 vbr vvn, cst dt n1 vbz vdn p-acp dt n1 cc n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13983 or time, which God hath taken or used to do it in, or by, we have no such reason to be sollicitous; or time, which God hath taken or used to do it in, or by, we have no such reason to be solicitous; cc n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn cc vvn pc-acp vdi pn31 p-acp, cc p-acp, pns12 vhb dx d n1 pc-acp vbi j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13984 those who are come to work in the Vineyard at the Ninth, or Eleventh, hour shall have their Penny, those who Are come to work in the Vineyard At the Ninth, or Eleventh, hour shall have their Penny, d r-crq vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt ord, cc ord, n1 vmb vhi po32 n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13985 as well as those who were called, and came in at the Sixth hour: God doth not always work in the same order, as well as those who were called, and Come in At the Sixth hour: God does not always work in the same order, c-acp av c-acp d r-crq vbdr vvn, cc vvd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1: np1 vdz xx av vvi p-acp dt d n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13986 and method, he is not to be tracked in his ways. and method, he is not to be tracked in his ways. cc n1, pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po31 n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13987 The conversion of the Soul lyeth in the change of the heart; (I would not with any trust to Baptismal conversion, or regeneration ) If the heart be changed, The conversion of the Soul lies in the change of the heart; (I would not with any trust to Baptismal conversion, or regeneration) If the heart be changed, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (pns11 vmd xx p-acp d n1 p-acp j n1, cc n1) cs dt n1 vbb vvn, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13988 if the Soul be renewed, according to the Image of God; if the Soul be renewed, according to the Image of God; cs dt n1 vbb vvn, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13989 if old things be passed away in it, and all things become new, whether it was done, this, if old things be passed away in it, and all things become new, whither it was done, this, cs j n2 vbb vvn av p-acp pn31, cc d n2 vvb j, cs pn31 vbds vdn, d, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13990 or that way, by this, or that means, in this, or that manner, is no just cause at all of trouble to us: or that Way, by this, or that means, in this, or that manner, is no just cause At all of trouble to us: cc d n1, p-acp d, cc d n2, p-acp d, cc d n1, vbz dx j n1 p-acp d pp-f n1 p-acp pno12: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13991 God hath several ways to do his work by; God hath several ways to do his work by; np1 vhz j n2 pc-acp vdi po31 n1 p-acp; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13992 we must pass a judgment upon our selves, from what we find within our selves, the frames, and tempers of our Spirits; we must pass a judgement upon our selves, from what we find within our selves, the frames, and tempers of our Spirits; pns12 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po12 n2, p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n2, dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po12 n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13993 for what man knoweth the things of a man, but the Spirit of a man, which is within him. for what man Knoweth the things of a man, but the Spirit of a man, which is within him. p-acp r-crq n1 vvz dt n2 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbz p-acp pno31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13994 But we must judge of others from the change we see in their lives and conversations. But we must judge of Others from the change we see in their lives and conversations. cc-acp pns12 vmb vvi pp-f n2-jn p-acp dt n1 pns12 vvb p-acp po32 n2 cc n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13995 Man looketh upon the outward appearance, but God looketh upon the heart, 1 Sam. 16.7. Man looks upon the outward appearance, but God looks upon the heart, 1 Sam. 16.7. n1 vvz p-acp dt j n1, cc-acp np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, crd np1 crd. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13996 If we look upon our Neighbour, and there appear no spots upon him, but what may be the spot of Gods people; If we look upon our Neighbour, and there appear no spots upon him, but what may be the spot of God's people; cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 n1, cc pc-acp vvi dx n2 p-acp pno31, cc-acp q-crq vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 678
13997 no markes of profaneness, or impiety towards God, nor of unrighteousness toward man, but he appeareth to us one, who herein exercised himself, to keep a good conscience both toward God, no marks of profaneness, or impiety towards God, nor of unrighteousness towards man, but he appears to us one, who herein exercised himself, to keep a good conscience both towards God, dx n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp np1, ccx pp-f n1 p-acp n1, cc-acp pns31 vvz p-acp pno12 crd, r-crq av vvn px31, pc-acp vvi dt j n1 av-d p-acp np1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14099 the influences of 1. Strengthening. 2. Quickning. 3. Consolatory grace. That there are such influences, the influences of 1. Strengthening. 2. Quickening. 3. Consolatory grace. That there Are such influences, dt n2 pp-f crd vvg. crd j-vvg. crd j n1. d a-acp vbr d n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
13998 and towards men, we ought to judge this person, one whose heart God hath changed. If we look into our own hearts, and can find that we truly love God, and towards men, we ought to judge this person, one whose heart God hath changed. If we look into our own hearts, and can find that we truly love God, cc p-acp n2, pns12 vmd pc-acp vvi d n1, pi rg-crq n1 np1 vhz vvn. cs pns12 vvb p-acp po12 d n2, cc vmb vvi cst pns12 av-j vvb np1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
13999 and hate evil, that we are afraid to sin against God, and are desirous in all things to please him, and hate evil, that we Are afraid to sin against God, and Are desirous in all things to please him, cc vvb j-jn, cst pns12 vbr j pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cc vbr j p-acp d n2 pc-acp vvi pno31, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14000 though we cannot find, that the ways of God with our Souls in our conversion, have been like the ways of God with the Souls of other men; though we cannot find, that the ways of God with our Souls in our conversion, have been like the ways of God with the Souls of other men; cs pns12 vmbx vvi, cst dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp po12 n1, vhb vbn av-j dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n2; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14001 yet we ought not in this case to judge, or to condemn our selves, Gods ways are not alike with every Soul. Its work in the effect (as to the main) is alike, yet we ought not in this case to judge, or to condemn our selves, God's ways Are not alike with every Soul. Its work in the Effect (as to the main) is alike, av pns12 vmd xx p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi, cc pc-acp vvi po12 n2, n2 n2 vbr xx av-j p-acp d n1 po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 (c-acp p-acp dt j) vbz av, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14002 for it is true, as to every man, that except he be born of water, and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God; for it is true, as to every man, that except he be born of water, and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God; c-acp pn31 vbz j, c-acp p-acp d n1, cst c-acp pns31 vbb vvn pp-f n1, cc pp-f dt n1, pns31 vmbx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14003 but his way of working is not the same. but his Way of working is not the same. p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n-vvg vbz xx dt d. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1419 Page 679
14004 Ʋse 2. In the Second place, what you have heard affordeth great encouragement to every Soul under any circumstance to turn unto God, that it may live, and not dye. Ʋse 2. In the Second place, what you have herd affords great encouragement to every Soul under any circumstance to turn unto God, that it may live, and not die. j crd p-acp dt ord n1, r-crq pn22 vhb vvn vvz j n1 p-acp d n1 p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cst pn31 vmb vvi, cc xx vvi. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14005 God calleth into his Vineyard, at several hours; some he calleth at the Sixth, some at the Nineth, some at the Eleventh hour. God calls into his Vineyard, At several hours; Some he calls At the Sixth, Some At the Nineth, Some At the Eleventh hour. np1 vvz p-acp po31 n1, p-acp j n2; d pns31 vvz p-acp dt ord, d p-acp dt ord, d p-acp dt ord n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14006 Happy, thrice happy are they, whom God findeth at the Sixth hour, in their youth, and persuadeth to go into his Vineyard; Happy, thrice happy Are they, whom God finds At the Sixth hour, in their youth, and Persuadeth to go into his Vineyard; j, av j vbr pns32, ro-crq np1 vvz p-acp dt ord n1, p-acp po32 n1, cc vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14007 they ordinarily find not so hard a labour of the new-birth, they have the priviledg of a longer familiarity, they ordinarily find not so hard a labour of the New birth, they have the privilege of a longer familiarity, pns32 av-j vvb xx av av-j dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns32 vhb dt n1 pp-f dt jc n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14008 and acquaintance with God, they have more opportunities of doing God service; God often honoreth them to do him some more eminent service: and acquaintance with God, they have more opportunities of doing God service; God often Honoureth them to do him Some more eminent service: cc n1 p-acp np1, pns32 vhb dc n2 pp-f vdg n1 n1; np1 av vvz pno32 pc-acp vdi pno31 d dc j n1: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14009 but if you have slipped that hour, if it be the Ninth hour; nay, if it be in the wane of your life; but if you have slipped that hour, if it be the Ninth hour; nay, if it be in the wane of your life; cc-acp cs pn22 vhb vvn d n1, cs pn31 vbb dt ord n1; uh-x, cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14010 if it be towards Evening with you, that you have nothing to do, but to repent and dye, singing the Song of old Simeon. Now Lord, let thy servant depart in peace, if it be towards Evening with you, that you have nothing to do, but to Repent and die, singing the Song of old Simeon. Now Lord, let thy servant depart in peace, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 p-acp pn22, cst pn22 vhb pix pc-acp vdi, cc-acp pc-acp vvi cc vvi, vvg dt n1 pp-f j np1. av n1, vvb po21 n1 vvi p-acp n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14011 for mine eyes have seen thy Salvation; yet, thou hast no cause to discourage thy self. for mine eyes have seen thy Salvation; yet, thou hast no cause to discourage thy self. p-acp po11 n2 vhb vvn po21 n1; av, pns21 vh2 dx n1 pc-acp vvi po21 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14012 God doth not work upon all Souls at one and the same period of time. God does not work upon all Souls At one and the same Period of time. np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d n2 p-acp crd cc dt d n1 pp-f n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14013 Great sinners have no reason to discourage themselves; the gate to Heaven may appear something straiter to you, than unto others; Great Sinners have no reason to discourage themselves; the gate to Heaven may appear something straiter to you, than unto Others; j n2 vhb dx n1 p-acp vvi px32; dt n1 p-acp n1 vmb vvi pi jc p-acp pn22, cs p-acp n2-jn; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14014 you may have an harder work of it: you may have an harder work of it: pn22 vmb vhi dt jc n1 pp-f pn31: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14015 it is an hard thing for those that are accustomed to do evil, to do well: it is an hard thing for those that Are accustomed to do evil, to do well: pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d cst vbr vvn pc-acp vdi j-jn, pc-acp vdi av: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14016 but yet, if God will give you an heart to repent, if the Lord shall change your hearts, but yet, if God will give you an heart to Repent, if the Lord shall change your hearts, p-acp av, cs np1 vmb vvi pn22 dt n1 pc-acp vvi, cs dt n1 vmb vvi po22 n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14017 and incline you to turn unto him, there is mercy with God even for you, God can men make to bring forth fruit in their old age. and incline you to turn unto him, there is mercy with God even for you, God can men make to bring forth fruit in their old age. cc vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, pc-acp vbz n1 p-acp np1 av p-acp pn22, np1 vmb n2 vvi pc-acp vvi av n1 p-acp po32 j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1420 Page 679
14018 Ʋse 3. Lastly (and with that I shall shut up this discourse.) This speaketh aloud unto all such as have the charge of others, as Parents, Masters, Tutors, Ʋse 3. Lastly (and with that I shall shut up this discourse.) This speaks aloud unto all such as have the charge of Others, as Parents, Masters, Tutors, j crd ord (cc p-acp cst pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n1.) np1 vvz av p-acp d d c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f n2-jn, c-acp n2, n2, n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14019 and Governours, to be daily labouring with them, for the good of their Souls, using all possible means to bring them unto God. and Governors, to be daily labouring with them, for the good of their Souls, using all possible means to bring them unto God. cc n2, pc-acp vbi j vvg p-acp pno32, p-acp dt j pp-f po32 n2, vvg d j n2 pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp np1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14020 It is Solomons advice, Ecc. 11.6. In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening let not thy hand be slack; It is Solomons Advice, ecc 11.6. In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening let not thy hand be slack; pn31 vbz np1 n1, np1 crd. p-acp dt n1 vvb po21 n1, cc p-acp dt n1 vvb xx po21 n1 vbi j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14021 for thou knowest not, which shall prosper, this, or that, or whether both shall be alike good: for thou Knowest not, which shall prosper, this, or that, or whither both shall be alike good: c-acp pns21 vv2 xx, r-crq vmb vvi, d, cc cst, cc cs d vmb vbi av j: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14022 you that are Parents of Children, Masters of Servants, in any relation Governours of youth; you that Are Parents of Children, Masters of Servants, in any Relation Governors of youth; pn22 cst vbr n2 pp-f n2, n2 pp-f n2, p-acp d n1 n2 pp-f n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14023 see what an ingagement lyeth upon you to bring up your Children, to Reading the word, Catechizing, to bring them to hear faithful Preachers, sow the seeds of Spiritual learning, see what an engagement lies upon you to bring up your Children, to Reading the word, Catechizing, to bring them to hear faithful Preachers, sow the seeds of Spiritual learning, vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi a-acp po22 n2, p-acp vvg dt n1, vvg, pc-acp vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi j n2, vvb dt n2 pp-f j n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14024 and instruction in them, in the Morning of their lives: hearken not to those, who would perswade you that Catechizing in your families is useless, and instruction in them, in the Morning of their lives: harken not to those, who would persuade you that Catechizing in your families is useless, cc n1 p-acp pno32, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2: vvb xx p-acp d, r-crq vmd vvi pn22 d vvg p-acp po22 n2 vbz j, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14025 and that a Notional knowledg signifieth nothing until God come to work in their hearts: and that a Notional knowledge signifies nothing until God come to work in their hearts: cc cst dt j n1 vvz pix p-acp np1 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp po32 n2: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14026 that is true, but ill applyed, when used as a discouragement to the use of the means of knowledg; that is true, but ill applied, when used as a discouragement to the use of the means of knowledge; d vbz j, cc-acp av-jn vvd, c-crq vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14027 God doth his work by the use of means on our parts, and Preaching is not the only means. God does his work by the use of means on our parts, and Preaching is not the only means. np1 vdz po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp po12 n2, cc vvg vbz xx dt j n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14028 God sometimes in the conversion of sinners maketh his way to their hearts by their heads, sanctifying notions of truth dropt into Souls of persons in their tender years, God sometime in the conversion of Sinners makes his Way to their hearts by their Heads, sanctifying notions of truth dropped into Souls of Persons in their tender Years, np1 av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 vvz po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2 p-acp po32 n2, vvg n2 pp-f n1 vvn p-acp n2 pp-f n2 p-acp po32 j n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14029 and reflecting them many years after upon the conscience; you know not which shall prosper, this or that: and reflecting them many Years After upon the conscience; you know not which shall prosper, this or that: cc vvg pno32 d n2 a-acp p-acp dt n1; pn22 vvb xx r-crq vmb vvi, d cc d: (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14030 use them to read the Scriptures, to be examined, questioned, and catechised out of the Scriptures, to hear lively and powerful preaching; use them to read the Scriptures, to be examined, questioned, and catechised out of the Scriptures, to hear lively and powerful preaching; vvb pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n2, pc-acp vbi vvn, vvn, cc vvn av pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi j cc j vvg; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14031 you know not which shall prosper in order to the conversion of their Souls, and turning them to God, this, you know not which shall prosper in order to the conversion of their Souls, and turning them to God, this, pn22 vvb xx r-crq vmb vvi p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2, cc vvg pno32 p-acp np1, d, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14032 or that, whether reading, or preaching, or Family-instruction: God that can work without means, useth as you have heard a variety of means, or that, whither reading, or preaching, or Family-instruction: God that can work without means, uses as you have herd a variety of means, cc cst, cs vvg, cc vvg, cc n1: np1 cst vmb vvi p-acp n2, vvz p-acp pn22 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14033 and doth not limit himself to this, or that. and does not limit himself to this, or that. cc vdz xx vvi px31 p-acp d, cc d. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14034 Or whether both may not prove alike good, God may use one means to begin, another to perfect; Or whither both may not prove alike good, God may use one means to begin, Another to perfect; cc cs d vmb xx vvi av j, np1 vmb vvi crd n2 pc-acp vvi, j-jn p-acp j; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14035 one to plant, another to water; one for laying the foundation, another for building thereon, and laying the corner-stone; one to plant, Another to water; one for laying the Foundation, Another for building thereon, and laying the cornerstone; crd pc-acp vvi, j-jn p-acp n1; pi p-acp vvg dt n1, j-jn p-acp vvg av, cc vvg dt n1; (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14036 and yet when the building is finished, you shall see reason enough to cry, Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, and yet when the building is finished, you shall see reason enough to cry, Not unto us, Oh Lord, not unto us, cc av c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, pn22 vmb vvi n1 av-d pc-acp vvi, xx p-acp pno12, uh n1, xx p-acp pno12, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14037 but to thy name be given the glory, to cry Grace, Grace unto it. but to thy name be given the glory, to cry Grace, Grace unto it. cc-acp p-acp po21 n1 vbi vvn dt n1, pc-acp vvi vvi, vvb p-acp pn31. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14121 and there is a temptation wherein both these concur; and there is a temptation wherein both these concur; cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 c-crq d d vvb; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14038 The Knowing person, when converted hath usually (if not guilty of notorious sins against his light) the easiest new-birth, The Knowing person, when converted hath usually (if not guilty of notorious Sins against his Light) the Easiest New birth, dt vvg n1, c-crq vvn vhz av-j (cs xx j pp-f j n2 p-acp po31 n1) dt js n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14039 and the most quiet and peaceable life. and the most quiet and peaceable life. cc dt av-ds j-jn cc j n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14040 Many more doubts and fears, trouble those that are more imperfect in their knowledg of the things of God, than trouble others. Many more doubts and fears, trouble those that Are more imperfect in their knowledge of the things of God, than trouble Others. av-d av-dc n2 cc n2, vvb d cst vbr av-dc j p-acp po32 n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, cs vvi n2-jn. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 680
14041 O let it not be said of you as it was said of Herod, (upon occasion of the killing of his own Child amongst the rest of the Infants) That it was better to be Herods Hog, than his Child. O let it not be said of you as it was said of Herod, (upon occasion of the killing of his own Child among the rest of the Infants) That it was better to be Herods Hog, than his Child. sy vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn pp-f pn22 c-acp pn31 vbds vvn pp-f np1, (p-acp n1 pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f po31 d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2) d pn31 vbds jc pc-acp vbi npg1 n1, cs po31 n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14042 Let it not be said of any of you, that it is better to be your Horse, or Swine, or other Beast, than your Child, or Servant, or Scholar. Let it not be said of any of you, that it is better to be your Horse, or Swine, or other Beast, than your Child, or Servant, or Scholar. vvb pn31 xx vbi vvn pp-f d pp-f pn22, cst pn31 vbz jc pc-acp vbi po22 n1, cc n1, cc j-jn n1, cs po22 n1, cc n1, cc n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14043 For your Beasts, you provide all things sutable to their Natures, and capacities. For your Beasts, you provide all things suitable to their Nature's, and capacities. p-acp po22 n2, pn22 vvb d n2 j p-acp po32 n2, cc n2. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14044 O remember your Children have Spiritual beings, and are born into the World with a capacity of Eternity, O Remember your Children have Spiritual beings, and Are born into the World with a capacity of Eternity, sy vvb po22 n2 vhb j n2, cc vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14045 nay under a certain ordination to a miserable or blessed Eternity. nay under a certain ordination to a miserable or blessed Eternity. uh-x p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt j cc j-vvn n1. (55) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14046 SERMON LIII. Isaiah. 28.29. This also cometh from the Lord, who is wonderful in Counsel, and excellent in working. SERMON LIII. Isaiah. 28.29. This also comes from the Lord, who is wondered in Counsel, and excellent in working. n1 crd. np1. crd. d av vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1421 Page 681
14047 THE Particle This, in the front of my Text, is relative to what went before, where the Prophet had been speaking of some works of Divine Providence, THE Particle This, in the front of my Text, is relative to what went before, where the Prophet had been speaking of Some works of Divine Providence, dt n1 d, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, vbz j p-acp r-crq vvd a-acp, c-crq dt n1 vhd vbn vvg pp-f d n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14048 and those but of an inferiour Nature, if compared with others; and those but of an inferior Nature, if compared with Others; cc d p-acp pp-f dt j-jn n1, cs vvn p-acp n2-jn; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14049 the discretion by which men having divers sorts of Grain, and Seeds, are taught to get them out of their husks, the discretion by which men having diverse sorts of Grain, and Seeds, Are taught to get them out of their husks, dt n1 p-acp r-crq n2 vhg j n2 pp-f n1, cc n2, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 av pp-f po32 n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14050 and ears, by instruments not always the same, but suted to the respective Grain, or Seed, they intend to get out. and ears, by Instruments not always the same, but suited to the respective Grain, or Seed, they intend to get out. cc n2, p-acp n2 xx av dt d, cc-acp vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc n1, pns32 vvb pc-acp vvi av. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14051 Of this it is, that the Text speaks, This discretion, and saith, it cometh from the Lord, who is wonderful in Counsel: Of this it is, that the Text speaks, This discretion, and Says, it comes from the Lord, who is wondered in Counsel: pp-f d pn31 vbz, cst dt n1 vvz, d n1, cc vvz, pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14052 So that I desire you to observe, that my following discourses which I shall bottom on this Text, are not founded on the first words, So that I desire you to observe, that my following discourses which I shall bottom on this Text, Are not founded on the First words, av cst pns11 vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi, cst po11 j-vvg n2 r-crq pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, vbr xx vvn p-acp dt ord n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14053 and the relative Particle This; but upon the latter, where Gods wonderfulness in Counsel, and excellency in working are join'd together. and the relative Particle This; but upon the latter, where God's wonderfulness in Counsel, and excellency in working Are joined together. cc dt j n1 d; p-acp p-acp dt d, c-crq npg1 n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp vvg vbr vvn av. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14054 Gods excellency in the workings of Providence floweth from his wonderful Counsel; God's excellency in the workings of Providence flows from his wondered Counsel; npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1 vvz p-acp po31 j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14055 and if such little instincts as the foregoing verses speak of, be from the Lord, the Lords workings, and from a wonderful Counsel, and if such little instincts as the foregoing Verses speak of, be from the Lord, the lords workings, and from a wondered Counsel, cc cs d j n2 p-acp dt vvg n2 vvi pp-f, vbb p-acp dt n1, dt n2 n2, cc p-acp dt j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 681
14056 an easie argumentation will conclude, that Gods dispensations of special grace by the hand of his Providence, must needs be the effects of infinite wisdom, an easy argumentation will conclude, that God's dispensations of special grace by the hand of his Providence, must needs be the effects of infinite Wisdom, dt j n1 vmb vvi, cst npg1 n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vmb av vbi dt n2 pp-f j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14057 and proceed from the Lord, who is wonderful in Councel; which is the point I have in hand, and proceed from the Lord, who is wondered in Council; which is the point I have in hand, cc vvi p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1; r-crq vbz dt n1 pns11 vhb p-acp n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14140 3. Lastly, There are also dispensations of consolatory grace: 3. Lastly, There Are also dispensations of consolatory grace: crd ord, pc-acp vbr av n2 pp-f j n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14058 and to vindicate Divine wisdom from our exceptions against it, because of the variety which God useth in his dispensations of it, and to vindicate Divine Wisdom from our exceptions against it, Because of the variety which God uses in his dispensations of it, cc pc-acp vvi j-jn n1 p-acp po12 n2 p-acp pn31, c-acp pp-f dt n1 r-crq np1 vvz p-acp po31 n2 pp-f pn31, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14059 and the inequal distributions of it to the Children of men. and the inequal distributions of it to the Children of men. cc dt j n2 pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14060 I have spoken already to the varieties of Providence, in the dispensations of the first grace, by which a Soul is converted, I have spoken already to the varieties of Providence, in the dispensations of the First grace, by which a Soul is converted, pns11 vhb vvn av p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14061 and turned from sin unto God, in which work the Soul is meerly passive. I come now to speak to those dispensations of Spiritual grace, wherein the Soul is not meerly passive, but active; and turned from since unto God, in which work the Soul is merely passive. I come now to speak to those dispensations of Spiritual grace, wherein the Soul is not merely passive, but active; cc vvd p-acp n1 p-acp np1, p-acp r-crq n1 dt n1 vbz av-j j. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f j n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz xx av-j j, cc-acp j; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14062 as to these, also we shall observe a great variety in the motions of Divine Providence, as to these, also we shall observe a great variety in the motions of Divine Providence, a-acp p-acp d, av pns12 vmb vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14063 and a great inequality in the distributions of it, of which I shall give you some account, and a great inequality in the distributions of it, of which I shall give you Some account, cc dt j n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pn31, pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb vvi pn22 d n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14064 and then shut up the discourse. and then shut up the discourse. cc av vvn a-acp dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14065 To this inequality of distribution, good Christians often find it an hard thing to reconcile their thoughts: To this inequality of distribution, good Christians often find it an hard thing to reconcile their thoughts: p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, j np1 av vvi pn31 dt j n1 pc-acp vvi po32 n2: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14066 and although God must be allowed to have a power, to do with his own what he pleaseth, and although God must be allowed to have a power, to do with his own what he Pleases, cc cs np1 vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vhi dt n1, pc-acp vdi p-acp po31 d r-crq pns31 vvz, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14067 and if Grace were not for Gods own, it would be no Grace; yet, we are too too much like Children, who considering not their Fathers power, and Prerogative, nor it may be their own demerits, and their own unworthiness to receive such a favour, and if Grace were not for God's own, it would be no Grace; yet, we Are too too much like Children, who considering not their Father's power, and Prerogative, nor it may be their own demerits, and their own unworthiness to receive such a favour, cc cs vvb vbdr xx p-acp ng1 d, pn31 vmd vbi dx n1; av, pns12 vbr av av d j n2, r-crq vvg xx po32 n2 n1, cc n1, ccx pn31 vmb vbi po32 d n2, cc po32 d n1 pc-acp vvi d dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14068 nor possibly their incapacity, to receive, injoy, or use it: nor possibly their incapacity, to receive, enjoy, or use it: ccx av-j po32 n1, pc-acp vvi, vvb, cc vvb pn31: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14069 Yet because they are Children, as well as their Brethren and Sisters, know not how to brook it, that their Father should appear more kind to any of them, than he is to them. Yet Because they Are Children, as well as their Brothers and Sisters, know not how to brook it, that their Father should appear more kind to any of them, than he is to them. av c-acp pns32 vbr n2, c-acp av c-acp po32 n2 cc n2, vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31, cst po32 n1 vmd vvi dc n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, cs pns31 vbz p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14070 Let me therefore attempt the vindication of God in the inequality of these dispensations; Let me Therefore attempt the vindication of God in the inequality of these dispensations; vvb pno11 av vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14071 and that you may know in what order to follow me, I shall lay down this method. and that you may know in what order to follow me, I shall lay down this method. cc cst pn22 vmb vvi p-acp r-crq n1 pc-acp vvi pno11, pns11 vmb vvi a-acp d n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1422 Page 682
14072 1. First, I will shew you wherein this inequality lieth. 1. First, I will show you wherein this inequality lies. crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi pn22 c-crq d n1 vvz. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1423 Page 682
14073 2. Secondly, I will endeavour to shew you the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in making this unequal distribution. 2. Secondly, I will endeavour to show you the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in making this unequal distribution. crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg d j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1424 Page 682
14074 3. Lastly, I shall make some Application of it practically. 3. Lastly, I shall make Some Application of it practically. crd ord, pns11 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f pn31 av-j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1425 Page 682
14075 1. Let us first enquire wherein this inequality lieth. In the general, It lieth not in any influxes, 1. Let us First inquire wherein this inequality lies. In the general, It lies not in any Influxes, crd vvb pno12 ord vvi c-crq d n1 vvz. p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz xx p-acp d n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 682
14076 and dispensations of grace necessary in order to the Salvation of their souls. There is an union betwixt Christ and every believer; and dispensations of grace necessary in order to the Salvation of their Souls. There is an Union betwixt christ and every believer; cc n2 pp-f n1 j p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp np1 cc d n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 682
14077 in this union lieth the spiritual life of a Christian: in this Union lies the spiritual life of a Christian: p-acp d n1 vvz dt j n1 pp-f dt njp: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 682
14078 as the natural life lieth in the union which is betwixt the soul and the body, as the natural life lies in the Union which is betwixt the soul and the body, c-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 r-crq vbz p-acp dt n1 cc dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 682
14079 so the spiritual life lieth in the union betwixt the soul and Christ; so the spiritual life lies in the Union betwixt the soul and christ; av dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc np1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 682
14080 and as the union betwixt the soul and body is preserved, and maintained by bodily nourishment; blessed be God, in order to that end: and as the Union betwixt the soul and body is preserved, and maintained by bodily nourishment; blessed be God, in order to that end: cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 vbz vvn, cc vvd p-acp j n1; j-vvn vbb np1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14081 so the spiritual union betwixt the soul and Christ must also be maintained by a spiritual aliment: this aliment, or nourishment is the influx of the spirit of grace; so the spiritual Union betwixt the soul and christ must also be maintained by a spiritual aliment: this aliment, or nourishment is the influx of the Spirit of grace; av dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 cc np1 vmb av vbi vvn p-acp dt j n1: d vvi, cc n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14082 for though Ordinances be external means, yet Ordinances signifie nothing without the influx of the spirit upon them, and in them. for though Ordinances be external means, yet Ordinances signify nothing without the influx of the Spirit upon them, and in them. c-acp cs n2 vbb j n2, av n2 vvb pix p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14083 Now for such an influence of grace, as is necessary to uphold the spiritual life of the believers, to keep the soul, Now for such an influence of grace, as is necessary to uphold the spiritual life of the believers, to keep the soul, av p-acp d dt n1 pp-f n1, c-acp vbz j p-acp vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14084 and its beloved together, God giveth it to every believer; Whom he loveth, he loveth to the end: and its Beloved together, God gives it to every believer; Whom he loves, he loves to the end: cc pn31|vbz vvn av, np1 vvz pn31 p-acp d n1; ro-crq pns31 vvz, pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14085 for if this were not so, there were a possibility of a total Apostacy, and of the intercision of a state of Justification. for if this were not so, there were a possibility of a total Apostasy, and of the intercision of a state of Justification. c-acp cs d vbdr xx av, pc-acp vbdr dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, cc pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14086 This would infer a mutability in the counsels and purposes of God, and subject the gifts and calling of God to repentance: For let Jesuites and Arminians say what they will, their fictitious purpose and councel of God, to love those that are believers, will not salve this sore; This would infer a mutability in the Counsels and Purposes of God, and Subject the Gifts and calling of God to Repentance: For let Jesuits and Arminians say what they will, their fictitious purpose and council of God, to love those that Are believers, will not salve this soar; d vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1, cc n-jn dt n2 cc vvg pp-f np1 p-acp n1: c-acp vvb np2 cc njp2 vvi r-crq pns32 vmb, po32 j n1 cc n1 pp-f np1, p-acp vvb d cst vbr n2, vmb xx vvi d n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14087 for according to this Doctrine, a man may be a believer, and in favour with God this month, for according to this Doctrine, a man may be a believer, and in favour with God this Monn, c-acp vvg p-acp d n1, dt n1 vmb vbi dt n1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1 d n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14088 and an unbeliever and out of favour with God the next month; and an unbeliever and out of favour with God the next Monn; cc dt n1 cc av pp-f n1 p-acp np1 dt ord n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14089 and so God may love and hate the same person a thousand times in his life-time: and so God may love and hate the same person a thousand times in his lifetime: cc av np1 vmb vvi cc vvi dt d n1 dt crd n2 p-acp po31 n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14090 and whether this be consistent with the unchangeableness of God, let any one judg, who understandeth any thing of common sense. and whither this be consistent with the unchangeableness of God, let any one judge, who understands any thing of Common sense. cc cs d vbb j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vvb d crd n1, r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14091 We therefore stand fixed in this, that God neither is, nor ever will be wanting to any soul, We Therefore stand fixed in this, that God neither is, nor ever will be wanting to any soul, pns12 av vvb vvn p-acp d, cst np1 d vbz, ccx av vmb vbi vvg p-acp d n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14092 as to those influxes of Divine grace, which are necessary to maintain the union, and spiritual life of the soul: as to those Influxes of Divine grace, which Are necessary to maintain the Union, and spiritual life of the soul: c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc j n1 pp-f dt n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14093 and (by the way) this well considered, might much tend to satisfie a soul dissatisfied at Gods unequal distributions of special grace; and (by the Way) this well considered, might much tend to satisfy a soul dissatisfied At God's unequal distributions of special grace; cc (p-acp dt n1) d av vvn, vmd av-d vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 vvn p-acp npg1 j n2 pp-f j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14094 which although they are exceedingly sweet, and of high advantage to gracious souls; which although they Are exceedingly sweet, and of high advantage to gracious Souls; r-crq cs pns32 vbr av-vvg j, cc pp-f j n1 p-acp j n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14095 yet are such, as are not of the necessaries of Salvation, but only gradual manifestations, and such as are spiritual accomodations, and advantages to it in its way to Heaven: yet Are such, as Are not of the necessaries of Salvation, but only gradual manifestations, and such as Are spiritual Accommodations, and advantages to it in its Way to Heaven: av vbr d, c-acp vbr xx pp-f dt n2-j pp-f n1, p-acp j j-jn n2, cc d c-acp vbr j n2, cc n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14096 but this is enough to have spoken to this question Negatively. I come now to speak nore Positively: but this is enough to have spoken to this question Negatively. I come now to speak nore Positively: p-acp d vbz av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1 av-j. pns11 vvb av pc-acp vvi av-dc av-j: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14097 In the general, they are such only as respect the porro esse, or the advantages of spiritual life. In the general, they Are such only as respect the porro esse, or the advantages of spiritual life. p-acp dt n1, pns32 vbr d j c-acp n1 dt fw-la fw-la, cc dt n2 pp-f j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14098 Now what they are, comes next into our enquiry: They are I think reducible to Three heads; Now what they Are, comes next into our enquiry: They Are I think reducible to Three Heads; av q-crq pns32 vbr, vvz ord p-acp po12 n1: pns32 vbr pns11 vvb j p-acp crd n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14100 and that all have not a like measures of them, no, nor the same soul at all times; and that all have not a like measures of them, no, nor the same soul At all times; cc cst d vhb xx dt j n2 pp-f pno32, uh-dx, ccx av d n1 p-acp d n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14101 is so obvious to the experience of all Christians, that little need be said of it. is so obvious to the experience of all Christians, that little need be said of it. vbz av j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1, cst j n1 vbi vvn pp-f pn31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1426 Page 683
14102 1. For strengthening grace, I can do all things, (saith the Apostle) through Christ that strengtheneth me. 1. For strengthening grace, I can do all things, (Says the Apostle) through christ that strengtheneth me. crd p-acp vvg n1, pns11 vmb vdi d n2, (vvz dt n1) p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1427 Page 683
14103 It is that which the Apostle prayeth for, in the behalf of the Ephesians, Eph. 3.16. That he would grant you according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inward-man. It is that which the Apostle Prayeth for, in the behalf of the Ephesians, Ephesians 3.16. That he would grant you according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the Inward-man. pn31 vbz d r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt np1, np1 crd. cst pns31 vmd vvi pn22 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1427 Page 683
14104 And thus Christ telleth us, John 15. Without me you can do nothing. And thus christ Telleth us, John 15. Without me you can do nothing. cc av np1 vvz pno12, np1 crd p-acp pno11 pn22 vmb vdi pix. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1427 Page 684
14105 Now the Object of this influx of grace, is duty, or sin and temptation to it. Now the Object of this influx of grace, is duty, or since and temptation to it. av dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1, vbz n1, cc n1 cc n1 p-acp pn31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1427 Page 684
14106 1. Duty; I can do all things (saith Paul ) through Christ that strengtheneth me: 1. Duty; I can do all things (Says Paul) through christ that strengtheneth me: crd n1; pns11 vmb vdi d n2 (vvz np1) p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14107 Christians duty is various, and lieth in such motions of the inward, and of the outward man; Christians duty is various, and lies in such motions of the inward, and of the outward man; np1 n1 vbz j, cc vvz p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j, cc pp-f dt j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14108 both in doing, and suffering, as God hath any-where in his Word required of us. both in doing, and suffering, as God hath anywhere in his Word required of us. d p-acp vdg, cc vvg, p-acp np1 vhz av p-acp po31 n1 vvd pp-f pno12. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14109 Strengthening grace, with respect unto duty, is nothing else but the graeious influence of Christ, and the Spirit of Christ upon the soul, by which the Soul is made more able both to do, Strengthening grace, with respect unto duty, is nothing Else but the graeious influence of christ, and the Spirit of christ upon the soul, by which the Soul is made more able both to do, vvg n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz pix av cc-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1, cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn av-dc j av-d pc-acp vdi, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14110 and suffer the will of God. and suffer the will of God. cc vvi dt n1 pp-f np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14111 Now, that there is a great variety, and unequal dispensation of this influence of Divine grace, both to different souls, Now, that there is a great variety, and unequal Dispensation of this influence of Divine grace, both to different Souls, av, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1, cc j n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1, av-d p-acp j n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14112 and to the same soul at different times, is so obvious, as would be perfectly needless to spend any time in the proof of it; and to the same soul At different times, is so obvious, as would be perfectly needless to spend any time in the proof of it; cc p-acp dt d n1 p-acp j n2, vbz av j, c-acp vmd vbi av-j j pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14113 neither do all souls find the same degrees of spiritual strength, nor do the same souls find it at all times. neither do all Souls find the same Degrees of spiritual strength, nor do the same Souls find it At all times. d vdb d n2 vvi dt d n2 pp-f j n1, ccx vvz dt d n2 vvb pn31 p-acp d n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1428 Page 684
14114 2. Another Object, about which strengthening grace is exercised, is sin, and motions and temptations to sin. 2. another Object, about which strengthening grace is exercised, is since, and motions and temptations to since. crd j-jn n1, p-acp r-crq vvg n1 vbz vvn, vbz n1, cc n2 cc n2 p-acp n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14115 That which we call strengthening grace, with reference to sin, is a secret influx of the spirit of holiness, by which the soul of a Christian findeth it self inabled to resist its inward motions to sin, That which we call strengthening grace, with Referente to since, is a secret influx of the Spirit of holiness, by which the soul of a Christian finds it self enabled to resist its inward motions to since, cst r-crq pns12 vvb vvg n1, p-acp n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j-jn n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvz pn31 n1 vvn pc-acp vvi po31 j n2 p-acp n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14116 and to repel temptations from the World, and the Devil. and to repel temptations from the World, and the devil. cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp dt n1, cc dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14117 St. James telleth us, That every one is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed. Saint James Telleth us, That every one is tempted, when he is drawn away by his own lust, and enticed. n1 np1 vvz pno12, cst d pi vbz vvn, c-crq pns31 vbz vvn av p-acp po31 d n1, cc vvn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14118 This is that which Divines call, tentationem à carne, a temptation from the flesh: This is that which Divines call, tentationem à Carnem, a temptation from the Flesh: d vbz d r-crq vvz vvi, fw-la fw-fr j, dt n1 p-acp dt n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14119 besides, we know that the evil spirit hath a power to make impressions, and to offer suggessions to us; beside, we know that the evil Spirit hath a power to make impressions, and to offer suggessions to us; a-acp, pns12 vvb cst dt j-jn n1 vhz dt n1 pc-acp vvi n2, cc pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp pno12; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14120 and that either immediately, or by wicked men, and sinful instruments: this is that which they call, tentationem ab hoste, a temptation from our grand Adversary: and that either immediately, or by wicked men, and sinful Instruments: this is that which they call, tentationem ab host, a temptation from our grand Adversary: cc cst d av-j, cc p-acp j n2, cc j n2: d vbz d r-crq pns32 vvb, fw-la fw-la n1, dt n1 p-acp po12 j n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14122 this is that which they call, a mixt temptation: Now as to all, It is our duty to resist, and this is the fighting the good fight, the maintaining that spiritual combate, which the Scripture speaks of. this is that which they call, a mixed temptation: Now as to all, It is our duty to resist, and this is the fighting the good fight, the maintaining that spiritual combat, which the Scripture speaks of. d vbz d r-crq pns32 vvb, dt vvn n1: av c-acp p-acp d, pn31 vbz po12 n1 p-acp vvi, cc d vbz dt vvg dt j n1, dt vvg d j n1, r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14123 Now there is nothing more evident in matter of Fact amongst Christians, than that some Christians are more strong, Now there is nothing more evident in matter of Fact among Christians, than that Some Christians Are more strong, av a-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp n1 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, cs cst d np1 vbr av-dc j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14124 and able to resist motions to sin, of any nature, than others; and able to resist motions to since, of any nature, than Others; cc j pc-acp vvi n2 p-acp n1, pp-f d n1, cs n2-jn; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14125 they are more able to mortifie their members, and the deeds of the body (as the Apostle calls them, Rom. 8.) through the spirit. Yea, one and the same Christian doth not find the like degrees of this spiritual strength and ability at all times. they Are more able to mortify their members, and the Deeds of the body (as the Apostle calls them, Rom. 8.) through the Spirit. Yea, one and the same Christian does not find the like Degrees of this spiritual strength and ability At all times. pns32 vbr av-dc j p-acp vvi po32 n2, cc dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz pno32, np1 crd) p-acp dt n1. uh, crd cc dt d np1 vdz xx vvi dt j n2 pp-f d j n1 cc n1 p-acp d n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 684
14126 There was a time when David complained, that iniquities prevailed against him, Psal. 65.3. When St. Paul cried out, Who shall deliver me from this body of death: There was a time when David complained, that iniquities prevailed against him, Psalm 65.3. When Saint Paul cried out, Who shall deliver me from this body of death: pc-acp vbds dt n1 c-crq np1 vvd, cst n2 vvn p-acp pno31, np1 crd. c-crq n1 np1 vvd av, r-crq vmb vvi pno11 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 685
14127 And another time when he could say, I can do all things through Christ that strengtheneth me. And Another time when he could say, I can do all things through christ that strengtheneth me. cc j-jn n1 c-crq pns31 vmd vvi, pns11 vmb vdi d n2 p-acp np1 cst vvz pno11. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1429 Page 685
14128 2. A second dispensation of Grace, is that which I called quickening grace: An influx of the spirit of grace upon the soul, by which the soul in all its spiritual conversation, is made more free and lively; 2. A second Dispensation of Grace, is that which I called quickening grace: an influx of the Spirit of grace upon the soul, by which the soul in all its spiritual Conversation, is made more free and lively; crd dt ord n1 pp-f n1, vbz d r-crq pns11 vvd j-vvg n1: dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 p-acp d po31 j n1, vbz vvn av-dc j cc j; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14129 that it maketh haste, and delayeth not, to keep the Lord's Commandments. It findeth an inlarged heart, and runneth the way of the Lords Commandments: that it makes haste, and delayeth not, to keep the Lord's commandments. It finds an enlarged heart, and Runneth the Way of the lords commandments: cst pn31 vvz n1, cc vvz xx, pc-acp vvi dt ng1 n2. pn31 vvz dt vvn n1, cc vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n2: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14130 that this proceedeth from an influx of grace, is plain: that this Proceedeth from an influx of grace, is plain: cst d vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz j: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14131 David prayeth unto the Lord, that he would quicken him in the way of his Commandments. David Prayeth unto the Lord, that he would quicken him in the Way of his commandments. np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14132 Quicken me in thy way, Psal. 119.37. Quicken me in thy Way, Psalm 119.37. vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1, np1 crd. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14133 It is as manifest upon the experience of all Christians, that God distributeth this influence of this grace unequally, It is as manifest upon the experience of all Christians, that God distributeth this influence of this grace unequally, pn31 vbz a-acp j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d np1, cst np1 vvz d n1 pp-f d n1 av-j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14134 neither the like measures unto all Christians, nor to the same Christians at all times: neither the like measures unto all Christians, nor to the same Christians At all times: av-dx dt j n2 p-acp d np1, ccx p-acp dt d np1 p-acp d n2: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14135 Hence are the complaints of Christians, of the dulness, and deadness, and straitness of their hearts: they indeed, through grace, keep on in the Lords ways, Hence Are the complaints of Christians, of the dullness, and deadness, and straitness of their hearts: they indeed, through grace, keep on in the lords ways, av vbr dt n2 pp-f np1, pp-f dt n1, cc n1, cc n1 pp-f po32 n2: pns32 av, p-acp n1, vvb a-acp p-acp dt n2 n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14136 and are kept from Apostacy, they return not with the Dog to the vomit; but they move heavily, the wheels of their Charots are taken off, they almost force themselves to duties of Communion with God, and Are kept from Apostasy, they return not with the Dog to the vomit; but they move heavily, the wheels of their Charots Are taken off, they almost force themselves to duties of Communion with God, cc vbr vvn p-acp n1, pns32 vvb xx p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt n1; p-acp pns32 vvb av-j, dt n2 pp-f po32 n2 vbr vvn a-acp, pns32 av vvi px32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14137 and do not find a freedom to them, and a delight and sweetness in them; and do not find a freedom to them, and a delight and sweetness in them; cc vdb xx vvi dt n1 p-acp pno32, cc dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14138 but are secretly saying within themselves, When will the Sabbath be done? When will the duty be over? it is no pleasure to them to serve the Lord; but Are secretly saying within themselves, When will the Sabbath be done? When will the duty be over? it is no pleasure to them to serve the Lord; cc-acp vbr av-jn n1 p-acp px32, c-crq vmb dt n1 vbb vdn? c-crq vmb dt n1 vbb a-acp? pn31 vbz dx n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14139 when-as at other times, their souls are full of spiritual life, they are longing for Sabbaths, and for times of prayer. When-as At other times, their Souls Are full of spiritual life, they Are longing for Sabbaths, and for times of prayer. j p-acp j-jn n2, po32 n2 vbr j pp-f j n1, pns32 vbr vvg p-acp n2, cc p-acp n2 pp-f n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1430 Page 685
14141 these are the influences of the Spirit of God upon the soul, by which the soul is refreshed and comforted in the apprehensions of the love of God. these Are the influences of the Spirit of God upon the soul, by which the soul is refreshed and comforted in the apprehensions of the love of God. d vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14142 These admit of a variety of degrees, as they arise in the soul, either, 1. From the view of the souls own sincerity, These admit of a variety of Degrees, as they arise in the soul, either, 1. From the view of the Souls own sincerity, d vvb pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1, av-d, crd p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2 d n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14143 and its ability to apprehend its interest in the promises, and to apply the Scripture unto it self. and its ability to apprehend its Interest in the promises, and to apply the Scripture unto it self. cc po31 n1 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n2, cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14144 Or 2. From some more extraordinary witnessings, and sealings of the holy Spirit, who, you know, is called the Comforter, and who, Or 2. From Some more extraordinary witnessings, and sealings of the holy Spirit, who, you know, is called the Comforter, and who, cc crd p-acp d dc j n2, cc n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1, r-crq, pn22 vvb, vbz vvn dt n1, cc r-crq, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14145 as the Apostle speaketh, witnesseth together with our spirits, that we are the children of God. as the Apostle speaks, Witnesseth together with our spirits, that we Are the children of God. c-acp dt n1 vvz, vvz av p-acp po12 n2, cst pns12 vbr dt n2 pp-f np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14146 Now the sadness, and dejections of some Christians spirits over others, and of the same Christians Spirits, at some times more than others, is a sufficient evidence of the inequality of these distributions. Now the sadness, and dejections of Some Christians spirits over Others, and of the same Christians Spirits, At Some times more than Others, is a sufficient evidence of the inequality of these distributions. av dt n1, cc n2 pp-f d njpg2 n2 p-acp n2-jn, cc pp-f dt d np1 n2, p-acp d n2 av-dc cs n2-jn, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14147 There was a time, when David himself cried out, When wilt thou comfort me? Psal. 119.82. as much as at other times, he triumphed, and made his boast in God: There was a time, when David himself cried out, When wilt thou Comfort me? Psalm 119.82. as much as At other times, he triumphed, and made his boast in God: pc-acp vbds dt n1, c-crq np1 px31 vvd av, c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pno11? np1 crd. p-acp d c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, pns31 vvn, cc vvd po31 n1 p-acp np1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 685
14148 and from hence now you may understand the nature of what we call Desertions. God never leaves nor forsakes his people, and from hence now you may understand the nature of what we call Desertions. God never leaves nor forsakes his people, cc p-acp av av pn22 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns12 vvb n2. np1 av-x vvz ccx vvz po31 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14149 so as he doth not supply them with influences of Grace sufficient to uphold the Union betwixt Christ and their souls, so as he does not supply them with influences of Grace sufficient to uphold the union betwixt christ and their Souls, av c-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi pno32 p-acp n2 pp-f n1 j pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp np1 cc po32 n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14150 nor doth he deny such influences to any soul that believeth in Christ: nor does he deny such influences to any soul that Believeth in christ: ccx vdz pns31 vvi d n2 p-acp d n1 cst vvz p-acp np1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14151 But God may and doth often withdraw himself, as to the gradual manifestations of himself to them, in such dispensations of grace whereby he strengtheneth them against sin, or unto duty; or whereby he quickneth them, But God may and does often withdraw himself, as to the gradual manifestations of himself to them, in such dispensations of grace whereby he strengtheneth them against since, or unto duty; or whereby he Quickeneth them, cc-acp np1 vmb cc vdz av vvi px31, c-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f px31 p-acp pno32, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp n1, cc p-acp n1; cc c-crq pns31 vvz pno32, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14152 and maketh them free and lively in his Service; and makes them free and lively in his Service; cc vv2 pno32 j cc j p-acp po31 n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14153 or finally such, whereby he comforteth them with the apprehensions, or assurances of his love in Christ. or finally such, whereby he comforts them with the apprehensions, or assurances of his love in christ. cc av-j d, c-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n2, cc n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14154 Now these varieties being observable in matter of fact, in the dispensations of Divine grace, even to Gods own children; Now these varieties being observable in matter of fact, in the dispensations of Divine grace, even to God's own children; av d n2 vbg j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, av p-acp n2 d n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14155 My next work must be to shew you the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in this unequal distribution, My next work must be to show you the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in this unequal distribution, po11 ord n1 vmb vbi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp d j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14156 and to proportion some answer to these following Questions. 1. Quest. Why God suffereth some more than others to be tempted, and to fall by temptation, and to proportion Some answer to these following Questions. 1. Quest. Why God suffers Some more than Others to be tempted, and to fallen by temptation, cc pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp d j-vvg n2. crd n1. c-crq np1 vvz d dc cs n2-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, cc pc-acp vvi p-acp n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1431 Page 686
14157 yea, some of his own people? 2. Quest. yea, Some of his own people? 2. Quest. uh, d pp-f po31 d n1? crd n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1432 Page 686
14158 Whence it is, that some of the children of God find much more strength unto spiritual duty than others find, Whence it is, that Some of the children of God find much more strength unto spiritual duty than Others find, c-crq pn31 vbz, cst d pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1 vvi d dc n1 p-acp j n1 cs n2-jn vvb, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1433 Page 686
14159 and the same children of God, at some time find more strength than they do at others times? 3. Quest. and the same children of God, At Some time find more strength than they do At Others times? 3. Quest. cc dt d n2 pp-f np1, p-acp d n1 vvi dc n1 cs pns32 vdb p-acp n2-jn n2? crd n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1433 Page 686
14160 Whence it is, that some godly persons find more freedom and liveliness in the service of God, than others do; Whence it is, that Some godly Persons find more freedom and liveliness in the service of God, than Others do; c-crq pn31 vbz, cst d j n2 vvi dc n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cs n2-jn vdb; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1434 Page 686
14161 and the same persons find more liveliness and freedom at one time than they do at another? 4. Quest. and the same Persons find more liveliness and freedom At one time than they do At Another? 4. Quest. cc dt d n2 vvi dc n1 cc n1 p-acp crd n1 cs pns32 vdb p-acp j-jn? crd n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1434 Page 686
14162 Whence it is, that some Christians are more full of spiritual joy and consolations than others are? To these which properly relate to the varieties before observed, Two more may also be added. 5. Quest. Whence it is, that Some Christians Are more full of spiritual joy and consolations than Others Are? To these which properly relate to the varieties before observed, Two more may also be added. 5. Quest. c-crq pn31 vbz, cst d np1 vbr av-dc j pp-f j n1 cc n2 cs n2-jn vbr? p-acp d r-crq av-j vvb p-acp dt n2 a-acp vvn, crd dc vmb av vbi vvn. crd n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1435 Page 686
14163 Whence it is, that godly persons who are all informed by the same spirit of truth, have such different apprehensions of the things of God, one from another, Whence it is, that godly Persons who Are all informed by the same Spirit of truth, have such different apprehensions of the things of God, one from Another, c-crq pn31 vbz, cst j n2 r-crq vbr d vvn p-acp dt d n1 pp-f n1, vhb d j n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, pi p-acp n-jn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1436 Page 686
14164 and that some times in very momentous points? 6. Quest. Lastly, Whence it is, that some Christians grow faster in grace than others do? 1. Quest. and that Some times in very momentous points? 6. Quest. Lastly, Whence it is, that Some Christians grow faster in grace than Others do? 1. Quest. cc cst d n2 p-acp av j n2? crd n1. ord, c-crq pn31 vbz, cst d np1 vvb av-jc p-acp n1 cs n2-jn vdb? crd n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1436 Page 686
14165 Why God suffereth some, yea, some of his own dear servants to be more tempted than others, Why God suffers Some, yea, Some of his own dear Servants to be more tempted than Others, c-crq np1 vvz d, uh, d pp-f po31 d j-jn n2 pc-acp vbi av-dc vvn cs n2-jn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1438 Page 686
14166 yea, and when he knoweth that they will fall? That it is so, is past all dispute. yea, and when he Knoweth that they will fallen? That it is so, is passed all dispute. uh, cc c-crq pns31 vvz cst pns32 vmb vvi? cst pn31 vbz av, vbz p-acp d n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1438 Page 686
14167 Satan obtained leave of God to tempt Job, and Christ told Peter, that he had desired to winnow him like wheat; he tempted David to number the people: Satan obtained leave of God to tempt Job, and christ told Peter, that he had desired to winnow him like wheat; he tempted David to number the people: np1 vvn n1 pp-f np1 pc-acp vvi n1, cc np1 vvd np1, cst pns31 vhd vvn p-acp vvb pno31 av-j n1; pns31 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1439 Page 687
14168 The Text saith, that Satan stood up against Israel; and we know that Satan prevailed against all these: The Text Says, that Satan stood up against Israel; and we know that Satan prevailed against all these: dt n1 vvz, cst np1 vvd a-acp p-acp np1; cc pns12 vvb cst np1 vvn p-acp d d: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1439 Page 687
14169 And it is expresly said concerning Hezekiah, that God left him to his temptations, 2 Chron. 32.31. And it is expressly said Concerning Hezekiah, that God left him to his temptations, 2 Chronicles 32.31. cc pn31 vbz av-j vvn vvg np1, cst np1 vvd pno31 p-acp po31 n2, crd np1 crd. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1439 Page 687
14170 And we see it in daily experience, that some of the people of God are both much more buffetted by Satans temptations, and overcome by them than others are; And we see it in daily experience, that Some of the people of God Are both much more buffeted by Satan temptations, and overcome by them than Others Are; cc pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp j n1, cst d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbr d d dc vvn p-acp npg1 n2, cc vvn p-acp pno32 cs ng2-jn vbr; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1439 Page 687
14171 wanting strength to say, get thee behind me Satan. wanting strength to say, get thee behind me Satan. vvg n1 pc-acp vvi, vvb pno21 p-acp pno11 np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1439 Page 687
14172 1. In the first place, I do think much of this is founded, or at least highly advantaged from nature. 1. In the First place, I do think much of this is founded, or At least highly advantaged from nature. crd p-acp dt ord n1, pns11 vdb vvi av-d pp-f d vbz vvn, cc p-acp ds av-j vvn p-acp n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14173 Concerning temptations which are, à carne, from the flesh, when a man is only drawn away by his own lust: Concerning temptations which Are, à Carnem, from the Flesh, when a man is only drawn away by his own lust: vvg n2 r-crq vbr, fw-fr j, p-acp dt n1, c-crq dt n1 vbz j vvn av p-acp po31 d n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14174 There is nothing more certain, than that divers persons have more strong inclinations and dispositions to some sins than unto others; There is nothing more certain, than that diverse Persons have more strong inclinations and dispositions to Some Sins than unto Others; pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cs d j n2 vhb dc j n2 cc n2 p-acp d n2 cs p-acp n2-jn; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14175 and there needeth a more eminent assistance of Divine grace, to restrain such lusts in such souls: and there needs a more eminent assistance of Divine grace, to restrain such Lustiest in such Souls: cc a-acp vvz dt av-dc j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi d n2 p-acp d n2: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14176 and although it be true concerning such temptations as are impressions, or suggestions from Satan, that they are not natural, and although it be true Concerning such temptations as Are impressions, or suggestions from Satan, that they Are not natural, cc cs pn31 vbb j vvg d n2 c-acp vbr n2, cc n2 p-acp np1, cst pns32 vbr xx j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14177 but preternatural; yet one soul may have a more natural aptitude to receive them, either from its complexion and constitution, or from its disease and distemperature, under which it may at some time labour more than another; but preternatural; yet one soul may have a more natural aptitude to receive them, either from its complexion and constitution, or from its disease and distemperature, under which it may At Some time labour more than Another; cc-acp j; av crd n1 vmb vhi dt dc j n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, d p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, cc p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pn31 vmb p-acp d n1 vvi av-dc cs j-jn; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14178 and this may by one, and that a great cause. For God is not always, nor ordinarily pleased to work miraculously. and this may by one, and that a great cause. For God is not always, nor ordinarily pleased to work miraculously. cc d vmb p-acp crd, cc cst dt j n1. p-acp np1 vbz xx av, ccx av-j vvn pc-acp vvi av-j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14179 It is usually said of Melancholy, that it is balneum diaboli, a melancholick temper, state, It is usually said of Melancholy, that it is balneum Diaboli, a melancholic temper, state, pn31 vbz av-j vvn pp-f j-jn, cst pn31 vbz fw-la fw-la, dt j n1, n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14180 or constitution of body, is a temper very receptive of impressions and suggestions from the Devil. or constitution of body, is a temper very receptive of impressions and suggestions from the devil. cc n1 pp-f n1, vbz dt n1 av j pp-f n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14181 Now I say, where a man is naturally more complexionated to some sins, or where any persons are from their complexion, Now I say, where a man is naturally more complexionated to Some Sins, or where any Persons Are from their complexion, av pns11 vvb, c-crq dt n1 vbz av-j av-dc j p-acp d n2, cc c-crq d n2 vbr p-acp po32 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14182 or from some bodily distemper more apt to receive such kind of impressions, it cannot be expected, or from Some bodily distemper more apt to receive such kind of impressions, it cannot be expected, cc p-acp d j n1 av-dc j pc-acp vvi d n1 pp-f n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14183 but that they should fall oftner into such temptations, and be troubled more with them, and by them, than other Christians, who have not those natural disadvantages; but that they should fallen oftener into such temptations, and be troubled more with them, and by them, than other Christians, who have not those natural disadvantages; cc-acp cst pns32 vmd vvi av-c p-acp d n2, cc vbi vvn av-dc p-acp pno32, cc p-acp pno32, cs j-jn np1, r-crq vhb xx d j n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14184 and it can hardly be expected that they should ordinarily be freed from that natural incumbrance, by special, and it can hardly be expected that they should ordinarily be freed from that natural encumbrance, by special, cc pn31 vmb av vbi vvn cst pns32 vmd av-j vbi vvn p-acp d j n1, p-acp j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14185 and eminent assistances of Divine grace. and eminent assistances of Divine grace. cc j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1440 Page 687
14186 2. In the second place, Mens different sinnings may make this also appear but a reasonable motion of Providence: 2. In the second place, Men's different sinnings may make this also appear but a reasonable motion of Providence: crd p-acp dt ord n1, ng2 j n2 vmb vvi d av vvi p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 687
14187 It is true, it is a dreadful punishment of sin, for God to punish the sins of people, by suffering them to be led into temptation. It is a dreadful curse, It is true, it is a dreadful punishment of since, for God to Punish the Sins of people, by suffering them to be led into temptation. It is a dreadful curse, pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, c-acp np1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1, p-acp vvg pno32 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1. pn31 vbz dt j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 687
14188 or imprecation of David upon the enemies of the Church, Psal. 109.6. Set thou a wicked man over him, and let Satan stand at his right hand. or imprecation of David upon the enemies of the Church, Psalm 109.6. Set thou a wicked man over him, and let Satan stand At his right hand. cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd. vvb pns21 dt j n1 p-acp pno31, cc vvb np1 vvi p-acp po31 vvi n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 687
14189 God doth thus often punish peoples sins, by letting Satan loose upon them: God does thus often Punish peoples Sins, by letting Satan lose upon them: np1 vdz av av vvi ng2 n2, p-acp vvg np1 j p-acp pno32: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14190 the effects of this are sad enough, none need a greater evil than to have Satan always at his right hand, assiduously and violently moving him unto evil; the effects of this Are sad enough, none need a greater evil than to have Satan always At his right hand, assiduously and violently moving him unto evil; dt n2 pp-f d vbr j av-d, pix vvb dt jc n-jn av pc-acp vhi np1 av p-acp po31 j-jn n1, av-j cc av-j vvg pno31 p-acp n-jn; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14191 and though it be not so ordinary, yet God may thus punish his own people. Satan was at David 's right hand, when he would number the people. and though it be not so ordinary, yet God may thus Punish his own people. Satan was At David is right hand, when he would number the people. cc cs pn31 vbb xx av j, av np1 vmb av vvi po31 d n1. np1 vbds p-acp np1 vbz j-jn n1, c-crq pns31 vmd vvi dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14192 St. Paul had a messenger of Satan sent to buffet him: what that messenger of Satan was, is not so easie to determine; Saint Paul had a Messenger of Satan sent to buffet him: what that Messenger of Satan was, is not so easy to determine; n1 np1 vhd dt n1 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno31: q-crq d n1 pp-f np1 vbds, vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14193 it was certainly some great affliction in which Satan had a particular ministery, 2 Cor. 12.7. it was Certainly Some great affliction in which Satan had a particular Ministry, 2 Cor. 12.7. pn31 vbds av-j d j n1 p-acp r-crq np1 vhd dt j n1, crd np1 crd. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14194 Some Divines do think it was some great temptation; indeed the Scripture doth not mention it as the punishment of Paul 's sin, some Divines do think it was Some great temptation; indeed the Scripture does not mention it as the punishment of Paul is since, d n2-jn vdb vvi pn31 vbds d j n1; av dt n1 vdz xx vvi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14195 but as preventive of sin, lest (saith he) I should be exalted above measure. but as preventive of since, lest (Says he) I should be exalted above measure. cc-acp c-acp j pp-f n1, cs (vvz pns31) pns11 vmd vbi vvn p-acp n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14196 Undoubtedly temptations may be punishments of sin, and in those desperate temptations to self-murther, &c. which have prevailed against men, the sin hath been often made evident: Undoubtedly temptations may be punishments of since, and in those desperate temptations to Self-murder, etc. which have prevailed against men, the sin hath been often made evident: av-j n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f n1, cc p-acp d j n2 p-acp n1, av q-crq vhb vvn p-acp n2, dt vvb vhz vbn av vvn j: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14269 and that they might know, and see what is in their own hearts, and how much they live upon Divine grace, and that they might know, and see what is in their own hearts, and how much they live upon Divine grace, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi, cc vvb r-crq vbz p-acp po32 d n2, cc c-crq d pns32 vvb p-acp j-jn n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14197 and possibly as to St. Paul, God might discern Paul 's heart begin to swell, upon occasion of his Revelations, and possibly as to Saint Paul, God might discern Paul is heart begin to swell, upon occasion of his Revelations, cc av-j c-acp p-acp n1 np1, np1 vmd vvi np1 vbz n1 vvb pc-acp vvi, p-acp n1 pp-f po31 n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14198 and might send him a messenger of Satan to buffet him, as well for the beginnings of the workings of Pride, which he had discerned in him, and might send him a Messenger of Satan to buffet him, as well for the beginnings of the workings of Pride, which he had discerned in him, cc vmd vvi pno31 dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvi pno31, c-acp av c-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n2 pp-f n1, r-crq pns31 vhd vvn p-acp pno31, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14199 as to prevent the further increases of it. as to prevent the further increases of it. c-acp pc-acp vvi dt jc vvz pp-f pn31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14200 It is not so easie to determine what Davids sin was, but in probability it was pride: Davids heart was lifted up, upon the view of the great number of people which God had put under his Government; It is not so easy to determine what Davids since was, but in probability it was pride: Davids heart was lifted up, upon the view of the great number of people which God had put under his Government; pn31 vbz xx av j pc-acp vvi r-crq npg1 n1 vbds, p-acp p-acp n1 pn31 vbds n1: np1 n1 vbds vvn a-acp, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f n1 r-crq np1 vhd vvn p-acp po31 n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14201 God letteth loose Satan upon him, he moveth David to number the people, by which he knew God would be sufficiently provoked, to abate that wherein he glory'd. God lets lose Satan upon him, he moves David to number the people, by which he knew God would be sufficiently provoked, to abate that wherein he gloried. np1 vvz j np1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd np1 vmd vbi av-j vvn, pc-acp vvi cst c-crq pns31 vvd. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14202 The case was much the same with Hezekiah, though we do not read of so eminent and immediate a ministry of Satan. The Text saith, God left him: it was in the pride of Hezekiahs heart, that he would shew his Treasure to the King of Babylon; God leaves him, the temptation prevails upon him. The case was much the same with Hezekiah, though we do not read of so eminent and immediate a Ministry of Satan. The Text Says, God left him: it was in the pride of Hezekiah's heart, that he would show his Treasure to the King of Babylon; God leaves him, the temptation prevails upon him. dt n1 vbds d dt d p-acp np1, cs pns12 vdb xx vvi pp-f av j cc j dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 vvz, np1 vvd pno31: pn31 vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f njp2 n1, cst pns31 vmd vvi po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 vvz pno31, dt n1 vvz p-acp pno31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14203 This by the way, doth not only let us see, that God sometimes by temptations punisheth his own people for their sin; This by the Way, does not only let us see, that God sometime by temptations Punisheth his own people for their since; np1 p-acp dt n1, vdz xx av-j vvi pno12 vvi, cst np1 av p-acp n2 vvz po31 d n1 p-acp po32 n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14204 but that pride and swelling of our hearts, upon the account of our enjoyments, is one of those sins for which God suffereth Satan to stand at our right hand. but that pride and swelling of our hearts, upon the account of our enjoyments, is one of those Sins for which God suffers Satan to stand At our right hand. cc-acp d n1 cc vvg pp-f po12 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 n2, vbz pi pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po12 j-jn n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14205 Guriosity is another sin, an itch after knowledg, which God hath hidden from us: Guriosity is Another since, an itch After knowledge, which God hath hidden from us: n1 vbz j-jn n1, dt n1 p-acp n1, r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp pno12: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14206 It is a sad story how many have been thus catched in the snare of the Devil; It is a sad story how many have been thus catched in the snare of the devil; pn31 vbz dt j n1 c-crq d vhb vbn av vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14207 indeed our first Mother Eve was thus catched, but this were too large a Theme to instance in all those particular sins which God hath thus punished, or may thus punish. indeed our First Mother Eve was thus catched, but this were too large a Theme to instance in all those particular Sins which God hath thus punished, or may thus Punish. av po12 ord n1 n1 vbds av vvn, cc-acp d vbdr av j dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp d d j n2 r-crq np1 vhz av vvn, cc vmb av vvi. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 688
14208 Now in regard that the sins of all Gods people are not equal, but they may fall (some of them) into more great, and hainous sins than others: Now in regard that the Sins of all God's people Are not equal, but they may fallen (Some of them) into more great, and heinous Sins than Others: av p-acp n1 cst dt n2 pp-f d ng1 n1 vbr xx j-jn, cc-acp pns32 vmb vvi (d pp-f pno32) p-acp n1 j, cc j n2 cs n2-jn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 689
14209 It is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence, that such as do so, should be more troubled with Satan at their right hand, with messengers of Satan sent to buffet them, than others. It is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence, that such as do so, should be more troubled with Satan At their right hand, with messengers of Satan sent to buffet them, than Others. pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, cst d c-acp vdb av, vmd vbi av-dc vvn p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j-jn n1, p-acp n2 pp-f np1 vvd pc-acp vvi pno32, cs n2-jn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1441 Page 689
14210 3. A third reasonable account of this may be Gods Prerogative. God may do it for the trial of their graces. 3. A third reasonable account of this may be God's Prerogative. God may do it for the trial of their graces. crd dt ord j n1 pp-f d vmb vbi npg1 n1. np1 vmb vdi pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14211 I know not what other account we can give, than this, of Gods dispensations to Job. God himself gives thus, this account of him, then he was a just and upright man. I know not what other account we can give, than this, of God's dispensations to Job. God himself gives thus, this account of him, then he was a just and upright man. pns11 vvb xx r-crq j-jn n1 pns12 vmb vvi, cs d, pp-f npg1 n2 p-acp n1. np1 px31 vvz av, d n1 pp-f pno31, av pns31 vbds dt j cc j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14212 Yet he giveth Satan leave to stand at his right hand, he tells him, all that he had was in his power, but only his life. Yet he gives Satan leave to stand At his right hand, he tells him, all that he had was in his power, but only his life. av pns31 vvz np1 vvb p-acp vvb p-acp po31 j-jn n1, pns31 vvz pno31, d cst pns31 vhd vbds p-acp po31 n1, cc-acp av-j po31 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14213 It is said, that God left Hezekiah to try what was in his heart; to try, that he might know all that was in his heart. It is said, that God left Hezekiah to try what was in his heart; to try, that he might know all that was in his heart. pn31 vbz vvn, cst np1 vvd np1 pc-acp vvi r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1; pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 vmd vvi d cst vbds p-acp po31 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14214 Divines dispute about that Pronoun He, whether it referreth unto God, or to Hezekiah, 2 Chron. 32.31. The matter I do not conceive much, whether it referreth to one, or to the other. Divines dispute about that Pronoun He, whither it Refers unto God, or to Hezekiah, 2 Chronicles 32.31. The matter I do not conceive much, whither it Refers to one, or to the other. vvz n1 p-acp d n1 pns31, cs pn31 vvz p-acp np1, cc pc-acp np1, crd np1 crd. dt n1 pns11 vdb xx vvi d, cs pn31 vvz p-acp crd, cc p-acp dt n-jn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14215 That God might know what was in his heart. That God might know what was in his heart. cst np1 vmd vvi r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14216 Did not then (you will say,) God know what was in the heart of Hezekiah? Doubtless, he to whom all contingencies were naked, who knew all things past, present, Did not then (you will say,) God know what was in the heart of Hezekiah? Doubtless, he to whom all contingencies were naked, who knew all things past, present, vdd xx av (pn22 vmb vvi,) n1 vvi r-crq vbds p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? av-j, pns31 p-acp ro-crq d n2 vbdr j, r-crq vvd d n2 j, j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14217 and to come, could not be ignorant what was in Hezekiah 's heart, and what he would do when he left him. and to come, could not be ignorant what was in Hezekiah is heart, and what he would do when he left him. cc pc-acp vvi, vmd xx vbi j r-crq vbds p-acp np1 vbz n1, cc r-crq pns31 vmd vdi c-crq pns31 vvd pno31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14218 But the Scripture often speaketh of God, after the manner of men; they know not secret, hidden things, till they be brought to demonstration: But the Scripture often speaks of God, After the manner of men; they know not secret, hidden things, till they be brought to demonstration: p-acp dt n1 av vvz pp-f np1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2; pns32 vvb xx j-jn, j-vvn n2, c-acp pns32 vbb vvn p-acp n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14219 God left him, that he might know, that is, that he might in matter of fact see what was in his heart. God left him, that he might know, that is, that he might in matter of fact see what was in his heart. np1 vvd pno31, cst pns31 vmd vvi, cst vbz, cst pns31 vmd p-acp n1 pp-f n1 vvb r-crq vbds p-acp po31 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14220 This could be no matter of pleasure, and delight to the Holy God, but only a just medium, in order to the punishment, which he intended Israel in the posterity of that good man. This could be no matter of pleasure, and delight to the Holy God, but only a just medium, in order to the punishment, which he intended Israel in the posterity of that good man. d vmd vbi dx n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi p-acp dt j np1, cc-acp av-j dt j fw-la, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq pns31 vvd np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f cst j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14221 But God leaveth many of the Souls of his People, that they may be tempted, and in the hour of their temptation, put forth, exert, But God Leaveth many of the Souls of his People, that they may be tempted, and in the hour of their temptation, put forth, exert, p-acp np1 vvz d pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vvd av, n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14222 and exercise their grace, in the exercise of which the Lord hath a great deal of pleasure and delight. and exercise their grace, in the exercise of which the Lord hath a great deal of pleasure and delight. cc vvi po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dt n1 vhz dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14223 This seemeth to be the case of Job, the second time that you read Job 1. of Satans appearance before God: This seems to be the case of Job, the second time that you read Job 1. of Satan appearance before God: np1 vvz pc-acp vbi dt n1 pp-f np1, dt ord n1 cst pn22 vvb np1 crd pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp np1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14224 God glorieth in Job, Job 2.3. God Glorieth in Job, Job 2.3. np1 vvz p-acp np1, np1 crd. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14225 Hast thou (saith he,) considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the Earth, a perfect, Hast thou (Says he,) considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the Earth, a perfect, vh2 pns21 (vvz pns31,) vvn po11 n1 n1, cst pc-acp vbz pix j pno31 p-acp dt n1, dt j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14226 and upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil, and still he holdeth fast his integrity, and upright man, one that fears God, and escheweth evil, and still he holds fast his integrity, cc j n1, pi cst vvz np1, cc vvz j-jn, cc av pns31 vvz av-j po31 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14227 although thou movedst me against him to destroy him without cause, Job 2.3. God delights in the combates of his People, where they come off conquerors; yea, more than Conquerors. I remember those two great Commanders, Joab and Abner, once said, Let the young men arise and play before us: although thou movedst me against him to destroy him without cause, Job 2.3. God delights in the combats of his People, where they come off conquerors; yea, more than Conquerors. I Remember those two great Commanders, Joab and Abner, once said, Let the young men arise and play before us: cs pns21 vvd2 pno11 p-acp pno31 pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp n1, np1 crd. np1 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns32 vvb a-acp n2; uh, av-dc cs n2. pns11 vvb d crd j n2, np1 cc np1, a-acp vvd, vvb dt j n2 vvb cc vvi p-acp pno12: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 689
14228 that was a bloody game, for they mutually kill'd each other: that was a bloody game, for they mutually killed each other: cst vbds dt j n1, c-acp pns32 av-j vvd d n-jn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14229 so were the Romans Gladiators games, and the combates with wild Beasts, to which they exposed some miserable Creatures; so were the Romans Gladiators games, and the combats with wild Beasts, to which they exposed Some miserable Creatures; av vbdr dt np1 n2 n2, cc dt n2 p-acp j n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vvd d j n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14230 yet, those men of blood took a pleasure in them: God knoweth the good fight shall have no such issue. yet, those men of blood took a pleasure in them: God Knoweth the good fight shall have no such issue. av, d n2 pp-f n1 vvd dt n1 p-acp pno32: np1 vvz dt j n1 vmb vhi dx d n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14322 yet it argueth a more Natural valour, than melancholy disposeth and inclineth one unto. yet it argue a more Natural valour, than melancholy Disposeth and Inclineth one unto. av pn31 vvz dt av-dc j n1, cs j-jn vvz cc vvz pi p-acp. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14231 Christ was not tempted for nothing, the Apostle telleth us, he was therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour them that were tempted: christ was not tempted for nothing, the Apostle Telleth us, he was Therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour them that were tempted: np1 vbds xx vvn p-acp pix, dt n1 vvz pno12, pns31 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbdr vvn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14232 himself told Peter, that although Satan had desired to winnow him like Wheat, yet, he had prayed, that his faith might not fail. himself told Peter, that although Satan had desired to winnow him like Wheat, yet, he had prayed, that his faith might not fail. px31 vvd np1, cst cs np1 vhd vvn p-acp vvb pno31 av-j n1, av, pns31 vhd vvn, cst po31 n1 vmd xx vvi. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14233 This being secured, God delighted to see Satan, and a believing Soul play before him; This being secured, God delighted to see Satan, and a believing Soul play before him; d vbg vvn, np1 vvd pc-acp vvi np1, cc dt vvg n1 vvi p-acp pno31; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14234 to see his People exercising their knowledg, faith, love, patience, courage, and fortitude, in resisting Satans temptations and making him to flee from them. to see his People exercising their knowledge, faith, love, patience, courage, and fortitude, in resisting Satan temptations and making him to flee from them. pc-acp vvi po31 n1 vvg po32 n1, n1, n1, n1, n1, cc n1, p-acp vvg npg1 n2 cc vvg pno31 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14235 Now who can deny unto God the satisfaction and pleasure which he taketh in the exercise of those habits of grace which he hath given them? The use of that Spiritual armour which he hath armed them with? Now who can deny unto God the satisfaction and pleasure which he Takes in the exercise of those habits of grace which he hath given them? The use of that Spiritual armour which he hath armed them with? av q-crq vmb vvi p-acp np1 dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32? dt n1 pp-f cst j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 p-acp? (56) sermon (DIV3) 1442 Page 690
14236 4. Fourthly, It is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence, with reference to the different service which he hath for some to do. 4. Fourthly, It is but a reasonable motion of Divine Providence, with Referente to the different service which he hath for Some to do. crd ord, pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1 r-crq pns31 vhz p-acp d pc-acp vdi. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14237 It is said of Christ that he was therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour them that are tempted. It is said of christ that he was Therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour them that Are tempted. pn31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cst pns31 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pno32 cst vbr vvn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14238 We are not ignorant of his wiles, (saith the Apostle) the Apostle not being himself ignorant of Satans wiles made him more fit to caution, We Are not ignorant of his wiles, (Says the Apostle) the Apostle not being himself ignorant of Satan wiles made him more fit to caution, pns12 vbr xx j pp-f po31 n2, (vvz dt n1) dt n1 xx vbg n1 j pp-f npg1 n2 vvd pno31 av-dc j p-acp n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14239 and instruct others with reference to them. and instruct Others with Referente to them. cc vvi n2-jn p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14240 You know it is a great advantage to a Family, with reference to the small Pox, or other contagious Diseases, to have some members of it, to have laboured under, and escaped those Diseases. You know it is a great advantage to a Family, with Referente to the small Pox, or other contagious Diseases, to have Some members of it, to have laboured under, and escaped those Diseases. pn22 vvb pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, cc j-jn j n2, pc-acp vhi d n2 pp-f pn31, pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp, cc vvd d n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14241 The Church of God, which is his Family, could not well be without some Souls, that have been under temptations; The Church of God, which is his Family, could not well be without Some Souls, that have been under temptations; dt n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz po31 n1, vmd xx av vbi p-acp d n2, cst vhb vbn p-acp n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14242 none knows so well, how to speak to, and apply themselves unto those that are tempted, none knows so well, how to speak to, and apply themselves unto those that Are tempted, pix vvz av av, c-crq pc-acp vvi p-acp, cc vvi px32 p-acp d cst vbr vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14243 as those who themselves have gone through that fire; they are best able to teach others in their own former circumstances, what to do, and what to avoid. as those who themselves have gone through that fire; they Are best able to teach Others in their own former Circumstances, what to do, and what to avoid. c-acp d r-crq px32 vhb vvn p-acp d n1; pns32 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi n2-jn p-acp po32 d j n2, r-crq pc-acp vdi, cc r-crq pc-acp vvi. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14244 They know how to strengthen them, with those words which themselves in their circumstances heard from God, and to comfort them, with those consolations with which they themselves were comforted by God. They know how to strengthen them, with those words which themselves in their Circumstances herd from God, and to Comfort them, with those consolations with which they themselves were comforted by God. pns32 vvb c-crq pc-acp vvb pno32, p-acp d n2 r-crq px32 p-acp po32 n2 vvn p-acp np1, cc p-acp vvb pno32, p-acp d n2 p-acp r-crq pns32 px32 vbdr vvn p-acp np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14245 It is therefore reasonable that some should be tempted, because all are in subjection to temptations, It is Therefore reasonable that Some should be tempted, Because all Are in subjection to temptations, pn31 vbz av j cst d vmd vbi vvn, c-acp d vbr p-acp n1 p-acp n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14246 and may be tempted, and therefore had need of some Nurses to be provided for them. and may be tempted, and Therefore had need of Some Nurse's to be provided for them. cc vmb vbi vvn, cc av vhd n1 pp-f d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14247 On the other side it is unreasonable that all should be tempted, for who then should there be Ministerial to succour the tempted? Nor let any say, This were indeed something, On the other side it is unreasonable that all should be tempted, for who then should there be Ministerial to succour the tempted? Nor let any say, This were indeed something, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pn31 vbz j cst d vmd vbi vvn, p-acp r-crq av vmd pc-acp vbi j pc-acp vvi dt vvn? ccx vvb d vvi, d vbdr av pi, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14411 and some Christians at some times may find more strength and ability, than at other times: and Some Christians At Some times may find more strength and ability, than At other times: cc d np1 p-acp d n2 vmb vvi dc n1 cc n1, cs p-acp j-jn n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1454 Page 699
14248 if none were tempted, but such as conquered the tempters; but how doth God suffer those to be tempted, who he knoweth will fall? if none were tempted, but such as conquered the tempters; but how does God suffer those to be tempted, who he Knoweth will fallen? cs pi vbdr vvn, cc-acp d c-acp vvd dt n2; cc-acp c-crq vdz n1 vvi d pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns31 vvz vmb vvi? (56) sermon (DIV3) 1443 Page 690
14249 5. Fifthly therefore, Neither is this unreasonable: For there is a difference of fallings: God suffereth none of his own People to be tempted, who shall finally fall. 5. Fifthly Therefore, Neither is this unreasonable: For there is a difference of fallings: God suffers none of his own People to be tempted, who shall finally fallen. crd ord av, av-dx vbz d j: p-acp pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n2-vvg: np1 vvz pix pp-f po31 d n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq vmb av-j vvi. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14250 They may fall, but let not their enemy rejoice over them; though they fall, they shall rise again. They may fallen, but let not their enemy rejoice over them; though they fallen, they shall rise again. pns32 vmb vvi, p-acp vvb xx po32 n1 vvi p-acp pno32; cs pns32 vvb, pns32 vmb vvi av. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14251 Job fell, but he rose again; Job fell, but he rose again; np1 vvd, cc-acp pns31 vvd av; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14252 Peter fell in the hour of temptation, he denied his Master, and that with cursing and swearing; but his Master looked upon him, he went out, and wept bitterly. Peter fell in the hour of temptation, he denied his Master, and that with cursing and swearing; but his Master looked upon him, he went out, and wept bitterly. np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, pns31 vvd po31 n1, cc d p-acp vvg cc vvg; p-acp po31 n1 vvd p-acp pno31, pns31 vvd av, cc vvd av-j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14253 God indeed may suffer a reprobate to be tempted, who he knoweth, will fall, and so fall as to rise no more, God indeed may suffer a Reprobate to be tempted, who he Knoweth, will fallen, and so fallen as to rise no more, np1 av vmb vvi dt n-jn pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns31 vvz, vmb vvi, cc av vvb c-acp pc-acp vvi dx av-dc, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14254 but he never suffereth his Saints to fall finally. but he never suffers his Saints to fallen finally. cc-acp pns31 av-x vvz po31 n2 pc-acp vvi av-j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14255 Satan may stand at Joshua 's right hand to resist him, but God will say unto Satan, The Lord rebuke thee, O Satan, Satan may stand At joshua is right hand to resist him, but God will say unto Satan, The Lord rebuke thee, Oh Satan, np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1 vbz j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi pno31, cc-acp np1 vmb vvi p-acp np1, dt n1 vvb pno21, uh np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14256 even the Lord that hath chosen Hierusalem rebuke thee, is not this a brand plucked out of the fire? Believers may be tempted, even the Lord that hath chosen Jerusalem rebuke thee, is not this a brand plucked out of the fire? Believers may be tempted, av dt n1 cst vhz vvn np1 vvb pno21, vbz xx d dt n1 vvd av pp-f dt n1? n2 vmb vbi vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14257 but God will bruise Satan under their feet shortly. but God will bruise Satan under their feet shortly. cc-acp np1 vmb vvi np1 p-acp po32 n2 av-j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14258 Now, if the question be intended of mediate fallings, not a final falling; why suffereth God his People to be tempted, who he knowes will get a fall under the temptation, though they shall rise again? I have answered it before, Now, if the question be intended of mediate fallings, not a final falling; why suffers God his People to be tempted, who he knows will get a fallen under the temptation, though they shall rise again? I have answered it before, av, cs dt n1 vbb vvn pp-f vvi n2-vvg, xx dt j n-vvg; c-crq vvz np1 po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, r-crq pns31 vvz n1 vvi dt vvb p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vmb vvi av? pns11 vhb vvn pn31 a-acp, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14259 when I shewed you, why God permitteth his People to sin; when I showed you, why God permitteth his People to since; c-crq pns11 vvd pn22, c-crq np1 vvz po31 n1 p-acp n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14260 he would certainly not do it, if he did not know how from their falls, to extract his own glory. he would Certainly not do it, if he did not know how from their falls, to extract his own glory. pns31 vmd av-j xx vdi pn31, cs pns31 vdd xx vvi c-crq p-acp po32 vvz, pc-acp vvi po31 d n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14261 An ancient Writer gives us a large account of this. an ancient Writer gives us a large account of this. dt j n1 vvz pno12 dt j n1 pp-f d. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14262 That (saith he) the wisdom of God might be manifested, who can bring good out of evil, That (Says he) the Wisdom of God might be manifested, who can bring good out of evil, d (vvz pns31) dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq vmb vvi j av pp-f n-jn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14263 for God is so good, and infinitely wise, that he would never suffer evil to be, for God is so good, and infinitely wise, that he would never suffer evil to be, c-acp np1 vbz av j, cc av-j j, cst pns31 vmd av-x vvi j-jn pc-acp vbi, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14264 if he did not know how from it to elicit, and draw out that which is good: if he did not know how from it to elicit, and draw out that which is good: cs pns31 vdd xx vvi c-crq p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi, cc vvi av cst r-crq vbz j: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14265 That the goodness of God might be made glorious, in pardoning and raising up the elect, That the Goodness of God might be made glorious, in pardoning and raising up the elect, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn j, p-acp vvg cc vvg a-acp dt j-vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14266 and the Justice of God might be glorified, in the righteous condemnation of others. That men might be deprived of their natural freedom in acting: and the justice of God might be glorified, in the righteous condemnation of Others. That men might be deprived of their natural freedom in acting: cc dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn, p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2-jn. d n2 vmd vbi vvn pp-f po32 j n1 p-acp vvg: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14267 nor, saith he, is it reasonable, that the sinfulness of the Creature should hinder the exhibition of the Divine goodness: nor, Says he, is it reasonable, that the sinfulness of the Creature should hinder the exhibition of the Divine Goodness: ccx, vvz pns31, vbz pn31 j, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14268 That by his Saints repentance and victory at last, they might have a more glorious Crown; That by his Saints Repentance and victory At last, they might have a more glorious Crown; cst p-acp po31 ng1 n1 cc n1 p-acp ord, pns32 vmd vhi dt av-dc j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14270 and like burnt children, they might more dread the fire, and take heed afterward of having any confidence in themselves. and like burned children, they might more dread the fire, and take heed afterwards of having any confidence in themselves. cc av-j vvn n2, pns32 vmd av-dc vvi dt n1, cc vvb n1 av pp-f vhg d n1 p-acp px32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14271 Finally, which is all in short, (for enumeration of particulars in this case, would be endless and incertain) thus much we may be assured of God, he would never suffer any elect Vessel, to be bored through with a temptation, Finally, which is all in short, (for enumeration of particulars in this case, would be endless and incertain) thus much we may be assured of God, he would never suffer any elect Vessel, to be bored through with a temptation, av-j, r-crq vbz d p-acp j, (p-acp n1 pp-f n2-j p-acp d n1, vmd vbi j cc j) av av-d pns12 vmb vbi vvn pp-f np1, pns31 vmd av-x vvi d vvb n1, pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp p-acp dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14272 if he did not know how to make it issue in his more abundant glory, and their more abundant good. if he did not know how to make it issue in his more abundant glory, and their more abundant good. cs pns31 vdd xx vvi c-crq pc-acp vvi pn31 n1 p-acp po31 av-dc j n1, cc po32 n1 j j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1444 Page 691
14273 Applic. Suffer me now before I proceed to the other Questions, to make some short Application of this discourse, the sum of which is no more but this, That as to converted Souls, God doth not equally distribute the influence of special grace. Application Suffer me now before I proceed to the other Questions, to make Some short Application of this discourse, the sum of which is no more but this, That as to converted Souls, God does not equally distribute the influence of special grace. np1 vvb pno11 av c-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi d j n1 pp-f d n1, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz av-dx dc p-acp d, cst a-acp p-acp vvn n2, np1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 pp-f j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14274 Although he distributeth to all, so much as is necessary to the upholding of the Union of their Souls with Christ, Although he distributeth to all, so much as is necessary to the upholding of the union of their Souls with christ, cs pns31 vvz p-acp d, av av-d c-acp vbz j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 p-acp np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14275 and to maintain the Spiritual life, so as the Oyl doth not fail from the Cruise, and to maintain the Spiritual life, so as the Oil does not fail from the Cruise, cc pc-acp vvi dt j n1, av c-acp dt n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14276 nor the Meal shall not fail from the Barrel, until they come into their glory; nor the Meal shall not fail from the Barrel, until they come into their glory; ccx dt n1 vmb xx vvi p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns32 vvb p-acp po32 n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14277 yet, for the manifestations of his love, in such influences of grace, as are only of further advantage unto Souls in their way to Heaven, such as strengthening, quickning, yet, for the manifestations of his love, in such influences of grace, as Are only of further advantage unto Souls in their Way to Heaven, such as strengthening, quickening, av, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, c-acp vbr j pp-f jc n1 p-acp n2 p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1, d c-acp vvg, j-vvg, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14278 and consolating influences, God variously distributeth them according to his infinite wisdom: and consolating influences, God variously distributeth them according to his infinite Wisdom: cc vvg n2, np1 av-j vvz pno32 vvg p-acp po31 j n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14279 he gives to some an Omer, to others an Ephah, particularly I have shewed it you in those influences of grace, by which God strengtheneth the Soul, in the resisting of temptations; and I have shewed you the reasonableness, he gives to Some an Omer, to Others an Ephah, particularly I have showed it you in those influences of grace, by which God strengtheneth the Soul, in the resisting of temptations; and I have showed you the reasonableness, pns31 vvz p-acp d dt np1, p-acp n2-jn dt np1, av-j pns11 vhb vvn pn31 pn22 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n1, p-acp dt vvg pp-f n2; cc pns11 vhb vvn pn22 dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14280 and something of the wisdom God, in these dispensations. Now from this Discourse let us learn divers things. and something of the Wisdom God, in these dispensations. Now from this Discourse let us Learn diverse things. cc pi pp-f dt n1 np1, p-acp d n2. av p-acp d n1 vvb pno12 vvi j n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1445 Page 692
14281 1. Inst. First, the differences betwixt the necessary influences of grace, and such as are not absolutely necessary, but of high advantage to a Soul in its way to Heaven. 1. Inst. First, the differences betwixt the necessary influences of grace, and such as Are not absolutely necessary, but of high advantage to a Soul in its Way to Heaven. crd np1 ord, dt n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1, cc d c-acp vbr xx av-j j, p-acp pp-f j n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14282 Grace is necessary, ( by grace ye are saved, saith the Apostle) but all grace is not necessary. Grace is necessary, (by grace you Are saved, Says the Apostle) but all grace is not necessary. n1 vbz j, (p-acp n1 pn22 vbr vvn, vvz dt n1) p-acp d n1 vbz xx j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14283 The grace of justification is necessary. The grace of justification is necessary. dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz j. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14284 Except a man be born again, saith our Saviour, he can never enter into the Kingdom of God. Except a man be born again, Says our Saviour, he can never enter into the Kingdom of God. c-acp dt n1 vbi vvn av, vvz po12 n1, pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14285 Every Believer hath this, he is born again, he is sanctified in body, and mind and spirit. Every Believer hath this, he is born again, he is sanctified in body, and mind and Spirit. d n1 vhz d, pns31 vbz vvn av, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp n1, cc n1 cc n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14286 But now there are further manifestations; which make gradual differences in Christians, and the receit of which also doth much depend upon our action. But now there Are further manifestations; which make gradual differences in Christians, and the receipt of which also does much depend upon our actium. p-acp av a-acp vbr jc n2; r-crq vvb j-jn n2 p-acp np1, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq av vdz d vvi p-acp po12 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14340 and that the reasonableness and wisdom of God in these motions of Divine Providence, not equally strengthening all souls in the resistance of temptation, appeareth, and that the reasonableness and Wisdom of God in these motions of Divine Providence, not equally strengthening all Souls in the resistance of temptation, appears, cc cst dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2 pp-f j-jn n1, xx av-j vvg d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvz, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14287 For although in the first grace, the Soul be purely passive; yet, as to the receiving of further grace it is active, therefore the promise of Christs manifesting himself, Joh. 14.21. is made to them who love Christ, and keep his Commandments. For although in the First grace, the Soul be purely passive; yet, as to the receiving of further grace it is active, Therefore the promise of Christ manifesting himself, John 14.21. is made to them who love christ, and keep his commandments. p-acp cs p-acp dt ord n1, dt n1 vbb av-j j; av, c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f jc vvb pn31 vbz j, av dt n1 pp-f npg1 n-vvg px31, np1 crd. vbz vvn p-acp pno32 r-crq n1 np1, cc vvi po31 n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14288 I pray observe this, for it is a thing of no small concernment. From hence, I pray observe this, for it is a thing of no small concernment. From hence, pns11 vvb vvi d, c-acp pn31 vbz dt n1 pp-f dx j n1. p-acp av, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1446 Page 692
14289 2. Inst. Secondly, you may easily conclude, how unreasonable it is for any Soul to quarrel at God, 2. Inst. Secondly, you may Easily conclude, how unreasonable it is for any Soul to quarrel At God, crd np1 ord, pn22 vmb av-j vvi, c-crq j pn31 vbz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 692
14290 or murmur against his dispensations, though it findeth not those gradual manifestations of Divine love unto it, which others do experience from God. or murmur against his dispensations, though it finds not those gradual manifestations of Divine love unto it, which Others do experience from God. cc vvi p-acp po31 n2, cs pn31 vvz xx d j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp pn31, r-crq n2-jn vdb n1 p-acp np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 692
14291 If thou beest equally dealt with, as to the necessaries of Salvation, thou mightest sit down, If thou Best equally dealt with, as to the necessaries of Salvation, thou Mightest fit down, cs pns21 vb2s av-jn vvn p-acp, c-acp p-acp dt n2-j pp-f n1, pns21 vmd2 vvi a-acp, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 692
14292 so far satisfied as not to murmur at God, if as to the gradual manifestations of his love in some things, he will give unto another, more than unto thee. so Far satisfied as not to murmur At God, if as to the gradual manifestations of his love in Some things, he will give unto Another, more than unto thee. av av-j vvn c-acp xx pc-acp vvi p-acp np1, cs p-acp p-acp dt j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp d n2, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp j-jn, av-dc cs p-acp pno21. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14293 Every thing of Divine grace is sweet, you must not therefore mistake the tendency of my discourse, Every thing of Divine grace is sweet, you must not Therefore mistake the tendency of my discourse, np1 n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vbz j, pn22 vmb xx av vvi dt n1 pp-f po11 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14294 as if I were perswading you to such a satisfaction, as not to thrist and breath after, as if I were persuading you to such a satisfaction, as not to thrist and breath After, c-acp cs pns11 vbdr vvg pn22 p-acp d dt n1, c-acp xx p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14295 and labour for perfection in Spiritual strength, life, and comfort, they are all things to be valued above Worlds: and labour for perfection in Spiritual strength, life, and Comfort, they Are all things to be valued above World's: cc n1 p-acp n1 p-acp j n1, n1, cc n1, pns32 vbr d n2 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14296 but only not to murmur, and repine against God as an inequal Father, or an hard Master, but only not to murmur, and repine against God as an inequal Father, or an hard Master, cc-acp av-j xx pc-acp vvi, cc vvi p-acp np1 p-acp dt j n1, cc dt j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14297 because he doth not every way make your Spiritual life is sweet, and perfect as others. Because he does not every Way make your Spiritual life is sweet, and perfect as Others. c-acp pns31 vdz xx d n1 vvi po22 j n1 vbz j, cc j c-acp n2-jn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14298 And any complaint of this Nature is the more unreasonable; And any complaint of this Nature is the more unreasonable; cc d n1 pp-f d n1 vbz dt av-dc j; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14299 because for the most part it is to be laid upon our selves, and is like the Wifes quarrel with her Husband, Because for the most part it is to be laid upon our selves, and is like the Wives quarrel with her Husband, c-acp p-acp dt av-ds n1 pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp po12 n2, cc vbz av-j dt ng1 n1 p-acp po31 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14300 for want of Children, when-as the Scripture generally layes the defect upon the Woman. So it is here generally; for want of Children, When-as the Scripture generally lays the defect upon the Woman. So it is Here generally; p-acp n1 pp-f n2, j dt n1 av-j vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1. av pn31 vbz av av-j; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14301 the reason why some Christians have more sadness, less strength, and Spiritual life, or liveliness, the reason why Some Christians have more sadness, less strength, and Spiritual life, or liveliness, dt n1 c-crq d njpg2 vhb dc n1, dc n1, cc j n1, cc n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14302 and vigour than others, is because they have more sin and corruption, and are more wanting in the use of that means, whichly upon them to use in order to their obtaining of such degrees. and vigour than Others, is Because they have more since and corruption, and Are more wanting in the use of that means, whichly upon them to use in order to their obtaining of such Degrees. cc n1 cs n2-jn, vbz c-acp pns32 vhb dc n1 cc n1, cc vbr av-dc vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, av-j p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n-vvg pp-f d n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1447 Page 693
14303 Ʋse 3. In the third place from this discourse, it will not be hard for you to conclude, the duty of tempted Souls, in order to the abating of the force of a temptation, or wholly driving the tempter from them. Ʋse 3. In the third place from this discourse, it will not be hard for you to conclude, the duty of tempted Souls, in order to the abating of the force of a temptation, or wholly driving the tempter from them. j crd p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp d n1, pn31 vmb xx vbi j p-acp pn22 pc-acp vvi, dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc av-jn vvg dt n1 p-acp pno32. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1448 Page 693
14304 Indeed, the whole of a Christians duty, in order to this end, cannot be concluded from this discourse, but much of it may. Indeed, the Whole of a Christians duty, in order to this end, cannot be concluded from this discourse, but much of it may. av, dt j-jn pp-f dt njpg2 n1, p-acp n1 p-acp d n1, vmbx vbi vvn p-acp d n1, cc-acp d pp-f pn31 vmb. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1448 Page 693
14305 1. First, The use of Natural means, which may be proper for the correcting that bodily humour, 1. First, The use of Natural means, which may be proper for the correcting that bodily humour, crd ord, dt n1 pp-f j n2, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp dt vvg d j n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14306 or removing that natural distemper of which Satan takes advantage; that is in short, whatsoever hindereth the free exercise of our reason, and consequently keepeth us from passing a just judgment upon our selves, which you know we must do by the use of reason. or removing that natural distemper of which Satan Takes advantage; that is in short, whatsoever hindereth the free exercise of our reason, and consequently Keepeth us from passing a just judgement upon our selves, which you know we must do by the use of reason. cc vvg d j n1 pp-f r-crq np1 vvz n1; cst vbz p-acp j, r-crq vvz dt j n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc av-j vvz pno12 p-acp vvg dt j n1 p-acp po12 n2, r-crq pn22 vvb pns12 vmb vdi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14307 I have often thought upon my experience of Souls under these circumstances, that the Physitian is many times Gods Ordinance, as well as the Minister, for the succour of tempted Souls; I have often Thought upon my experience of Souls under these Circumstances, that the physician is many times God's Ordinance, as well as the Minister, for the succour of tempted Souls; pns11 vhb av vvn p-acp po11 n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2, cst dt n1 vbz d n2 npg1 n1, c-acp av c-acp dt vvb, p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-vvn n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14308 for Souls under these circumstances, are not delivered miraculously, but in an ordinary way of Providence generally, which cannot be without some freedom of the exercise of their own reason, for Souls under these Circumstances, Are not Delivered miraculously, but in an ordinary Way of Providence generally, which cannot be without Some freedom of the exercise of their own reason, p-acp n2 p-acp d n2, vbr xx vvn av-j, cc-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 av-j, r-crq vmbx vbi p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po32 d n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14309 and judgment, to apply what they read in, or hear from the word of God. and judgement, to apply what they read in, or hear from the word of God. cc n1, pc-acp vvi r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp, cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14310 Hence it is, that I have often seen poor Souls under these dark circumstances, to whom all reading of Scripture, all discourses of Ministers have signified little, Hence it is, that I have often seen poor Souls under these dark Circumstances, to whom all reading of Scripture, all discourses of Ministers have signified little, av pn31 vbz, cst pns11 vhb av vvn j n2 p-acp d j n2, p-acp ro-crq d vvg pp-f n1, d n2 pp-f n2 vhb vvn j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14311 or nothing, or at most nothing beyond a little present refreshment: or nothing, or At most nothing beyond a little present refreshment: cc pix, cc p-acp ds pix p-acp dt j j n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14312 the reason is, because their minds are darkned, and they have not the free use of their reason to make a conclusion to themselves from premises, the reason is, Because their minds Are darkened, and they have not the free use of their reason to make a conclusion to themselves from premises, dt n1 vbz, c-acp po32 n2 vbr vvn, cc pns32 vhb xx dt j n1 pp-f po32 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp px32 p-acp n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 693
14313 and principles, and propositions of the word brought unto them, and opened unto them by the most able Ministers of the Gospel, who in these stresses of Providence have Ministered to them: and principles, and propositions of the word brought unto them, and opened unto them by the most able Ministers of the Gospel, who in these stresses of Providence have Ministered to them: cc n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vvn p-acp pno32, cc vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp dt av-ds j n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 vhb vvn p-acp pno32: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14314 not that I think there is nothing in what we call temptation, but melancholy: there is hardly any thing more demonstrable to me, not that I think there is nothing in what we call temptation, but melancholy: there is hardly any thing more demonstrable to me, xx cst pns11 vvb pc-acp vbz pix p-acp r-crq pns12 vvb n1, p-acp j-jn: a-acp vbz av d n1 av-dc j p-acp pno11, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14315 than that there is an hand, a great hand of Joab, of Satan I mean, in the impressions we often find made upon, than that there is an hand, a great hand of Joab, of Satan I mean, in the impressions we often find made upon, cs cst pc-acp vbz dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f np1 pns11 vvb, p-acp dt n2 pns12 av vvb vvn p-acp, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14316 and suggestions that are made to persons labouring under these bodily distempers. The suggestions to such Souls to blaspheme God, to destroy themselves, &c. (which are very ordinary,) are certainly when they fall upon persons, who are of knowledg, and suggestions that Are made to Persons labouring under these bodily distempers. The suggestions to such Souls to Blaspheme God, to destroy themselves, etc. (which Are very ordinary,) Are Certainly when they fallen upon Persons, who Are of knowledge, cc n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp n2 vvg p-acp d j n2. dt n2 p-acp d n2 p-acp vvb np1, p-acp vvb px32, av (r-crq vbr av j,) vbr av-j c-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n2, r-crq vbr pp-f n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14317 and have lived in aw, dread, and high reverence of God, more than the natural Products, and have lived in awe, dread, and high Reverence of God, more than the natural Products, cc vhb vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc j n1 pp-f np1, av-dc cs dt j n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14318 and results of a disordered Nature; and results of a disordered Nature; cc vvz pp-f dt j-vvn n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14319 which we may the rather conclude from the strange violence, and impetuousness of them so frequently returning, (as they oft do) and so strangely resisting all arguments, and means used against them: which we may the rather conclude from the strange violence, and impetuousness of them so frequently returning, (as they oft do) and so strangely resisting all Arguments, and means used against them: r-crq pns12 vmb dt av-c vvi p-acp dt j n1, cc n1 pp-f pno32 av av-j vvg, (c-acp pns32 av vdb) cc av av-j vvg d n2, cc n2 vvn p-acp pno32: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14320 besides, melancholy, meer melancholy of its own Nature, renders the Soul fearful, jealous, and suspicious of any thing, which may be hurtful to it; beside, melancholy, mere melancholy of its own Nature, renders the Soul fearful, jealous, and suspicious of any thing, which may be hurtful to it; a-acp, j-jn, j n-jn pp-f po31 d n1, vvz dt n1 j, j, cc j pp-f d n1, r-crq vmb vbi j p-acp pn31; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14321 and though indeed the Philosopher disputes, self-Murder to be the effect not of a valorous and couragious, but of a cowardly Spirit; and though indeed the Philosopher disputes, self-Murder to be the Effect not of a valorous and courageous, but of a cowardly Spirit; cc cs av dt n1 vvz, n1 pc-acp vbi dt n1 xx pp-f dt j cc j, cc-acp pp-f dt j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14323 But this I think, the Devil taketh advantage of this bodily distemper, under the prevailing of which the Soul is weaker, being hindered in the exercise of its reason, that it is not able, either it self to conclude as at other times, from what it hath read in the word of God, But this I think, the devil Takes advantage of this bodily distemper, under the prevailing of which the Soul is Weaker, being hindered in the exercise of its reason, that it is not able, either it self to conclude as At other times, from what it hath read in the word of God, p-acp d pns11 vvb, dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f d j n1, p-acp dt j-vvg pp-f r-crq dt n1 vbz jc, vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, cst pn31 vbz xx j, av-d pn31 n1 pc-acp vvi a-acp p-acp j-jn n2, p-acp r-crq pn31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14324 nor yet to apply what is offered unto it, from Ministers of the Gospel. nor yet to apply what is offered unto it, from Ministers of the Gospel. ccx av pc-acp vvi r-crq vbz vvn p-acp pn31, p-acp n2 pp-f dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14325 So as in reason, unless we should expect that God should work out of the road of common Providence; So as in reason, unless we should expect that God should work out of the road of Common Providence; av c-acp p-acp n1, cs pns12 vmd vvi cst np1 vmd vvi av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14326 the first thing to be done, is the use of Natural means, (with earnest prayer to God for his blessing upon it,) for the correcting of that bodily humour, which prevailing clouds the mind, the First thing to be done, is the use of Natural means, (with earnest prayer to God for his blessing upon it,) for the correcting of that bodily humour, which prevailing Clouds the mind, dt ord n1 pc-acp vbi vdn, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n2, (p-acp j n1 p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp pn31,) p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n1, r-crq j-vvg n2 dt n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14327 and hindereth it from concluding reasonably, in making a judgment upon it self; and hindereth it from concluding reasonably, in making a judgement upon it self; cc vvz pn31 p-acp vvg av-j, p-acp vvg dt n1 p-acp pn31 n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14328 and I have often known, that in these cases upon the use of due natural means, the temptation hath also vanished, and I have often known, that in these cases upon the use of due natural means, the temptation hath also vanished, cc pns11 vhb av vvn, cst p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn j n2, dt n1 vhz av vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14329 and gone away with the disease. and gone away with the disease. cc vvn av p-acp dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14330 I could give you one instance of a Person, a young Woman known to many of you, who of a sudden had fallen under a great temptation, and was narrowly prevented in the destroying her self, in the night-time; I could give you one instance of a Person, a young Woman known to many of you, who of a sudden had fallen under a great temptation, and was narrowly prevented in the destroying her self, in the nighttime; pns11 vmd vvi pn22 crd n1 pp-f dt n1, dt j n1 vvn p-acp d pp-f pn22, r-crq pp-f dt j vhd vvn p-acp dt j n1, cc vbds av-j vvn p-acp dt vvg po31 n1, p-acp dt n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14331 in the Morning, my self was sent for: she having formerly often used to discourse freely with me about her Eternal condition; in the Morning, my self was sent for: she having formerly often used to discourse freely with me about her Eternal condition; p-acp dt n1, po11 n1 vbds vvn p-acp: pns31 vhg av-j av vvn pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp pno11 p-acp po31 j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 694
14332 when I came to her, I found her in great sadness, and heaviness of Spirit, but could draw out little discourse from her: when I Come to her, I found her in great sadness, and heaviness of Spirit, but could draw out little discourse from her: c-crq pns11 vvd p-acp pno31, pns11 vvd pno31 p-acp j n1, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc-acp vmd vvi av j n1 p-acp pno31: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14333 only she was not Elected, she was damned, &c. with some few other desperate conclusions. I left her advising her friends to send for a learned experienced Physitian to her. Upon the use of a little means, she recovered her distempers, only she was not Elected, she was damned, etc. with Some few other desperate conclusions. I left her advising her Friends to send for a learned experienced physician to her. Upon the use of a little means, she recovered her distempers, av-j pns31 vbds xx vvn, pns31 vbds vvn, av p-acp d d j-jn j n2. pns11 vvd pno31 vvg po31 n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt j vvn n1 p-acp pno31. p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2, pns31 vvd po31 n2, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14334 and I never heard of her temptation more. It is true, it is not thus always, the natural distemper is sometimes more stubborn, and I never herd of her temptation more. It is true, it is not thus always, the natural distemper is sometime more stubborn, cc pns11 av-x vvd pp-f po31 n1 av-dc. pn31 vbz j, pn31 vbz xx av av, dt j n1 vbz av av-dc j, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14335 and resisteth natural means, and Satan working at the advantage of that, doth many times much longer molest some; and Resisteth natural means, and Satan working At the advantage of that, does many times much longer molest Some; cc vvz j n2, cc np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vdz d n2 av-d av-jc vvi d; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14336 but I have seldom or never known any, but in these cases with the recovery of their health, have likewise recovered themselves (through Gods blessing) out of that snare of the Devil, which he hath laid for them in their disease, but I have seldom or never known any, but in these cases with the recovery of their health, have likewise recovered themselves (through God's blessing) out of that snare of the devil, which he hath laid for them in their disease, cc-acp pns11 vhb av cc av-x vvn d, cc-acp p-acp d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1, vhb av vvn px32 (p-acp npg1 n1) av pp-f d n1 pp-f dt n1, r-crq pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32 p-acp po32 n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14337 and distempered condition of their body. and distempered condition of their body. cc j-vvn n1 pp-f po32 n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1449 Page 695
14338 2. A second thing which this Discourse prompteth tempted souls to, as proper for them, is a searching and examining their ways, a repentance and turning again unto the Lord. 2. A second thing which this Discourse prompteth tempted Souls to, as proper for them, is a searching and examining their ways, a Repentance and turning again unto the Lord. crd dt ord n1 r-crq d n1 vvz vvn n2 p-acp, c-acp j c-acp pno32, vbz dt vvg cc vvg po32 n2, dt n1 cc vvg av p-acp dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14339 I have shewed you in this Discourse, that temptations oft-times are punishments of sin; I have showed you in this Discourse, that temptations ofttimes Are punishments of since; pns11 vhb vvn pn22 p-acp d n1, cst n2 av vbr n2 pp-f n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14341 as in other things, so in this; as in other things, so in this; c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, av p-acp d; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14342 that God by keeping them longer under the buffetings of Satan, than he keepeth others, may make them more sensible wherein they have sinned more than others: that God by keeping them longer under the buffetings of Satan, than he Keepeth Others, may make them more sensible wherein they have sinned more than Others: cst np1 p-acp vvg pno32 av-jc p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f np1, cs pns31 vvz n2-jn, vmb vvi pno32 av-dc j c-crq pns32 vhb vvn av-dc cs n2-jn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14343 I know some Divines have thought, and do think, that God useth not to keep his people long in an hour of great temptation, but in deep punishment for hidden sins. I do doubt that, especially where the temptation is advantaged, from a continuing bodily melancholy: but withal, oftimes it is so; I know Some Divines have Thought, and do think, that God uses not to keep his people long in an hour of great temptation, but in deep punishment for hidden Sins. I do doubt that, especially where the temptation is advantaged, from a Continuing bodily melancholy: but withal, Oftimes it is so; pns11 vvb d n2-jn vhb vvn, cc vdb vvi, cst np1 vvz xx pc-acp vvi po31 n1 av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp p-acp j-jn n1 p-acp j-vvn n2. pns11 vdb vvi d, av-j c-crq dt n1 vbz vvn, p-acp dt j-vvg j n-jn: p-acp av, av pn31 vbz av; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14344 that some past sins, concealed and hidden, give an advantage to the Adversary; and that not only when we hide them from God, by not freely confessing them, that Some past Sins, concealed and hidden, give an advantage to the Adversary; and that not only when we hide them from God, by not freely confessing them, cst d j n2, vvn cc vvn, vvb dt n1 p-acp dt n1; cc cst xx av-j c-crq pns12 vvb pno32 p-acp np1, p-acp xx av-j vvg pno32, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14345 and humbly bewailing them before him, who alone hath power to forgive them, (which alone is necessary in order to forgiveness.) This was Davids case, Psal. 32.3. When I kept silence, my bones waxed old, through my roaring all the day long: and humbly bewailing them before him, who alone hath power to forgive them, (which alone is necessary in order to forgiveness.) This was Davids case, Psalm 32.3. When I kept silence, my bones waxed old, through my roaring all the day long: cc av-j vvg pno32 p-acp pno31, r-crq av-j vhz n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, (r-crq av-j vbz j p-acp n1 p-acp n1.) d vbds np1 n1, np1 crd. c-crq pns11 vvd n1, po11 n2 vvd j, p-acp po11 n-vvg d dt n1 av-j: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14346 For day and night thine hand was heavy upon me: my moisture was turned into the drought of Summer: For day and night thine hand was heavy upon me: my moisture was turned into the drought of Summer: p-acp n1 cc n1 po21 n1 vbds j p-acp pno11: po11 n1 vbds vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14347 I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity I have not hid: I acknowledged my since unto thee, and mine iniquity I have not hid: pns11 vvd po11 n1 p-acp pno21, cc po11 n1 pns11 vhb xx vvn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14348 I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sins. I said I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, and thou forgavest the iniquity of my Sins. pns11 vvd pns11 vmb vvi po11 n2 p-acp dt n1, cc pns21 vv2 dt n1 pp-f po11 n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14349 There you have both the case and the cure. There you have both the case and the cure. a-acp pn22 vhb d dt n1 cc dt n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 695
14350 But sometimes the concealing of some sins from men, is a great cause of the long abiding of a temptation; and this mostly happeneth in souls that are weak in knowledg, and not able of themselves to find out, But sometime the concealing of Some Sins from men, is a great cause of the long abiding of a temptation; and this mostly Happeneth in Souls that Are weak in knowledge, and not able of themselves to find out, p-acp av dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp n2, vbz dt j n1 pp-f dt j n-vvg pp-f dt n1; cc d j vvz p-acp n2 cst vbr j p-acp n1, cc xx j pp-f px32 p-acp vvi av, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14351 and apply to themselves, that relief which is in Scripture for them under such guilt; and therefore had need of the help of some spiritual Interpreter. and apply to themselves, that relief which is in Scripture for them under such guilt; and Therefore had need of the help of Some spiritual Interpreter. cc vvi p-acp px32, cst n1 r-crq vbz p-acp n1 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n1; cc av vhd n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f d j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14352 But I say, in every hour of temptation, it is very proper to a tempted soul, to search and see, But I say, in every hour of temptation, it is very proper to a tempted soul, to search and see, p-acp pns11 vvb, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, pn31 vbz av j p-acp dt vvn n1, pc-acp vvi cc vvi, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14353 if he can find no Achan that troubles him, or that provoketh God to punish him, by setting Satan, or by suffering Satan to stand at his right hand: if he can find no achan that Troubles him, or that provokes God to Punish him, by setting Satan, or by suffering Satan to stand At his right hand: cs pns31 vmb vvi dx np1 cst vvz pno31, cc d vvz np1 pc-acp vvi pno31, p-acp vvg np1, cc p-acp vvg np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp po31 j-jn n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14354 oftentimes (by the way) I have found sins which have been acts of unrighteousness towards men, where restitution hath not been made, or where restitution hath been unpossible, have a long time given advantage to the tempters suggestions; oftentimes (by the Way) I have found Sins which have been acts of unrighteousness towards men, where restitution hath not been made, or where restitution hath been unpossible, have a long time given advantage to the tempters suggestions; av (p-acp dt n1) pns11 vhb vvn n2 r-crq vhb vbn n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, c-crq n1 vhz xx vbn vvn, cc q-crq n1 vhz vbn j, vhb dt j n1 vvn n1 p-acp dt ng1 n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14355 but where particular sins cannot be fixed upon, (as it happeneth in many cases, souls fall under great and exceeding troublesome temptations, whom God hath yet all their life kept and restrained from such erronious transgressions) I say where this happeneth. but where particular Sins cannot be fixed upon, (as it Happeneth in many cases, Souls fallen under great and exceeding troublesome temptations, whom God hath yet all their life kept and restrained from such erroneous transgressions) I say where this Happeneth. cc-acp c-crq j n2 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp, (c-acp pn31 vvz p-acp d n2, n2 vvb p-acp j cc av-vvg j n2, ro-crq np1 vhz av d po32 n1 vvn cc vvn p-acp d j n2) pns11 vvb c-crq d vvz. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14373 But that which follows from this Discourse, is, because thus you shall fulfil the Lords end; But that which follows from this Discourse, is, Because thus you shall fulfil the lords end; cc-acp cst r-crq vvz p-acp d n1, vbz, c-acp av pn22 vmb vvi dt n2 vvb; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14374 this is good, acceptable, and well-pleasing unto God. this is good, acceptable, and Well-pleasing unto God. d vbz j, j, cc j p-acp np1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14356 As Herod in great cruelty sent and killed all the children to two years old, that he might be sure not to miss him, who was born King of the Jews; so it will be great policy and piety in a Christian to confess all his sins which he can remember, As Herod in great cruelty sent and killed all the children to two Years old, that he might be sure not to miss him, who was born King of the jews; so it will be great policy and piety in a Christian to confess all his Sins which he can Remember, p-acp np1 p-acp j n1 vvn cc vvd d dt n2 p-acp crd n2 j, cst pns31 vmd vbi j xx pc-acp vvi pno31, r-crq vbds vvn n1 pp-f dt np2; av pn31 vmb vbi j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt njp pc-acp vvi d po31 n2 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14357 and charge himself with 〈 ◊ 〉; and charge himself with 〈 ◊ 〉; cc vvb px31 p-acp 〈 sy 〉; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14358 to study the mortifying of every member, that he may be sure to fall upon that which doth offend him, to study the mortifying of every member, that he may be sure to fallen upon that which does offend him, pc-acp vvi dt vvg pp-f d n1, cst pns31 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d r-crq vdz vvi pno31, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14359 and give the Adversary advantage against him: and give the Adversary advantage against him: cc vvi dt n1 n1 p-acp pno31: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14360 hence it followeth, that frequent humiliation and prayer, frequent confessions of sin, and prayer for the forgiveness of them through the blood of Christ, are exceeding proper works for souls under temptation. hence it follows, that frequent humiliation and prayer, frequent confessions of since, and prayer for the forgiveness of them through the blood of christ, Are exceeding proper works for Souls under temptation. av pn31 vvz, cst j n1 cc n1, j n2 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, vbr av-vvg j n2 p-acp n2 p-acp n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14361 We may indeed concerning violent temptation, say as Christ said of possession with the Devil, it seldom cometh off without much fasting and prayer; We may indeed Concerning violent temptation, say as christ said of possession with the devil, it seldom comes off without much fasting and prayer; pns12 vmb av vvg j n1, vvb p-acp np1 vvd pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 av vvz a-acp p-acp d j-vvg cc n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14362 yea, and holiness of life, and watchfulness against sin, is the singular duty of poor tempted souls; yea, and holiness of life, and watchfulness against since, is the singular duty of poor tempted Souls; uh, cc n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt j n1 pp-f j j-vvn n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14363 the soul is at such a time in the spiritual fight. the soul is At such a time in the spiritual fight. dt n1 vbz p-acp d dt n1 p-acp dt j n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14364 It was Gods special command to the Israelites, that when the host went forth to battel, It was God's special command to the Israelites, that when the host went forth to battle, pn31 vbds npg1 j n1 p-acp dt np2, cst c-crq dt n1 vvd av p-acp n1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14365 then they should take heed of every wicked thing: then they should take heed of every wicked thing: cs pns32 vmd vvi n1 pp-f d j n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14366 By a parity of reason, when the soul goeth out to the spiritual fight, and especially when it is in the fight, it standeth concerned to take heed of sinning against God; By a parity of reason, when the soul Goes out to the spiritual fight, and especially when it is in the fight, it Stands concerned to take heed of sinning against God; p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, c-crq dt n1 vvz av p-acp dt j n1, cc av-j c-crq pn31 vbz p-acp dt n1, pn31 vvz vvn pc-acp vvi n1 pp-f vvg p-acp np1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14367 sin weakens the hand, and there is nothing more ordinary than for Christians in those circumstances to be, de novo, troubled for their slips while they have been in that condition. since weakens the hand, and there is nothing more ordinary than for Christians in those Circumstances to be, de novo, troubled for their slips while they have been in that condition. n1 vvz dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs p-acp np1 p-acp d n2 pc-acp vbi, fw-fr fw-la, vvn p-acp po32 n2 cs pns32 vhb vbn p-acp d n1. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1450 Page 696
14368 3. Hence (Thirdly) may easily be concluded the duty of Christians, to take unto them the whole armour of God, that they may be able to stand against the wiles of the Devil, in the evil day, and having done all to stand, Eph. 6.13. not to yeild, but to resist. Many arguments might be brought to perswade this spiritual resistance; 3. Hence (Thirdly) may Easily be concluded the duty of Christians, to take unto them the Whole armour of God, that they may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil, in the evil day, and having done all to stand, Ephesians 6.13. not to yield, but to resist. Many Arguments might be brought to persuade this spiritual resistance; crd av (ord) vmb av-j vbi vvn dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 dt j-jn n1 pp-f np1, cst pns32 vmb vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt j-jn n1, cc vhg vdn d pc-acp vvi, np1 crd. xx pc-acp vvi, cc-acp p-acp vvi. d n2 vmd vbi vvn pc-acp vvi d j n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14369 you have to do with a foiled Adversary, you want not a spiritual assistance; Christ was therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour you when tempted: you have to do with a foiled Adversary, you want not a spiritual assistance; christ was Therefore tempted, that he might be able to succour you when tempted: pn22 vhb pc-acp vdi p-acp dt vvd n1, pn22 vvb xx dt j n1; np1 vbds av vvn, cst pns31 vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi pn22 c-crq vvn: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14370 he cannot conquer you, but by your voluntary surrender; (The will of man is a Fort, that is not to be storm'd) many are the presidents of those that have resisted, he cannot conquer you, but by your voluntary surrender; (The will of man is a Fort, that is not to be stormed) many Are the Presidents of those that have resisted, pns31 vmbx vvi pn22, cc-acp p-acp po22 j-jn n1; (dt vmb pp-f n1 vbz dt n1, cst vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvd) d vbr dt n2 pp-f d cst vhb vvn, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14371 and come out of the field conquerors, look unto Jesus, the Captain of your salvation; he resisted, Mat. 4.11. The Devil leaveth him, and behold Angels came and ministred to him. and come out of the field conquerors, look unto jesus, the Captain of your salvation; he resisted, Mathew 4.11. The devil Leaveth him, and behold Angels Come and ministered to him. cc vvb av pp-f dt n1 n2, vvb p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f po22 n1; pns31 vvd, np1 crd. dt n1 vvz pno31, cc vvi n2 vvd cc vvn p-acp pno31. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14372 After great temptations usually come great consolations, great manifestations of God to the souls of his people: After great temptations usually come great consolations, great manifestations of God to the Souls of his people: p-acp j n2 av-j vvn j n2, j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14375 God himself (as I before shewed) glorieth in Jobs conquest, and checks the Devil upon it: God himself (as I before showed) Glorieth in Jobs conquest, and Checks the devil upon it: np1 px31 (c-acp pns11 a-acp vvd) vvz p-acp n2 n1, cc vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14376 God therefore bringeth you into the Field, that you might fight valiantly, resist manfully, and at last come out with a Garland of honour: God Therefore brings you into the Field, that you might fight valiantly, resist manfully, and At last come out with a Garland of honour: np1 av vvz pn22 p-acp dt n1, cst pn22 vmd vvi av-j, vvb av-j, cc p-acp ord vvn av p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14377 O therefore take heed of casting down your Arms, of entertaining any thoughts of running away! Oh Therefore take heed of casting down your Arms, of entertaining any thoughts of running away! uh av vvb n1 pp-f vvg a-acp po22 n2, pp-f vvg d n2 pp-f vvg av! (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14378 They observe in Battles, that more are slain in a running away, than where they manfully maintain the fight; They observe in Battles, that more Are slave in a running away, than where they manfully maintain the fight; pns32 vvb p-acp n2, cst dc vbr vvn p-acp dt vvg av, cs c-crq pns32 av-j vvi dt n1; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14379 but in this fight none falleth, but he who yieldeth, and throweth down his Arms. They observe also in War, that the presence of the Prince in the Field, viewing his Souldiers, who behave themselves more or less valiantly, doth much animate Souldiers. but in this fight none falls, but he who yieldeth, and throweth down his Arms. They observe also in War, that the presence of the Prince in the Field, viewing his Soldiers, who behave themselves more or less valiantly, does much animate Soldiers. cc-acp p-acp d n1 pix vvz, cc-acp pns31 r-crq vvz, cc vvz a-acp po31 n2 pns32 vvb av p-acp n1, cst dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vvg po31 n2, r-crq vvb px32 av-dc cc av-dc av-j, vdz d vvi n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14380 You may be assured of this, That when you are in this Spiritual combate, your great General is in the Field: You may be assured of this, That when you Are in this Spiritual combat, your great General is in the Field: pn22 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d, cst c-crq pn22 vbr p-acp d j n1, po22 j j vbz p-acp dt n1: (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14381 God is observing you, particularly observing, how you gird up your loins, stand to your Arms; God is observing you, particularly observing, how you gird up your loins, stand to your Arms; np1 vbz vvg pn22, av-j vvg, c-crq pn22 vvb a-acp po22 n2, vvb p-acp po22 n2; (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14382 how you behave your selves in the managery of the fight, and that he therefore suffereth you to be tempted, that he may see, what faith, what patience, what love to God, is in your hearts. how you behave your selves in the managery of the fight, and that he Therefore suffers you to be tempted, that he may see, what faith, what patience, what love to God, is in your hearts. c-crq pn22 vvi po22 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc cst pns31 av vvz pn22 pc-acp vbi vvn, cst pns31 vmb vvi, r-crq n1, r-crq n1, r-crq vvb p-acp np1, vbz p-acp po22 n2. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14383 But thus much shall serve to have spoken to this particular, to shew you the wisdom of God, But thus much shall serve to have spoken to this particular, to show you the Wisdom of God, p-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d j, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f np1, (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14384 and the reasonableness of his motions of Providence in suffering Souls to be more under temptation than others. and the reasonableness of his motions of Providence in suffering Souls to be more under temptation than Others. cc dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp vvg n2 pc-acp vbi av-dc p-acp n1 cs n2-jn. (56) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 697
14385 SERMON LIV. Isaiah. 28.29. This also cometh from the Lord, who is wonderful in Counsel, and excellent in working. SERMON LIV. Isaiah. 28.29. This also comes from the Lord, who is wondered in Counsel, and excellent in working. n1 crd. np1. crd. d av vvz p-acp dt n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp n1, cc j p-acp vvg. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1451 Page 698
14386 I Proceed now to the Second Question, of those which I propounded; whence it is that God doth not equally strengthen all the Souls of his People, I Proceed now to the Second Question, of those which I propounded; whence it is that God does not equally strengthen all the Souls of his People, pns11 vvb av p-acp dt ord n1, pp-f d r-crq pns11 vvd; c-crq pn31 vbz cst np1 vdz xx av-j vvi d dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1452 Page 698
14387 unto the performance of their duty toward him; unto the performance of their duty towards him; p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1452 Page 698
14388 yea, and that the same Persons do not at all times find the same mesures of Spiritual strength, unto their Spiritual duty? yea, and that the same Persons do not At all times find the same measures of Spiritual strength, unto their Spiritual duty? uh, cc cst dt d n2 vdb xx p-acp d n2 vvi dt d n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp po32 j n1? (57) sermon (DIV3) 1452 Page 698
14389 Answ. There is nothing more demonstrable in matter of fact, than that it is so; nothing more certain, than that God could make it otherwise: Answer There is nothing more demonstrable in matter of fact, than that it is so; nothing more certain, than that God could make it otherwise: np1 pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp n1 pp-f n1, cs cst pn31 vbz av; pix av-dc j, cs cst np1 vmd vvi pn31 av: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14390 the Question is, whence it is, and how the wisdom, and the reasonableness of Divine Providence appeareth in this dispensation? let me, the Question is, whence it is, and how the Wisdom, and the reasonableness of Divine Providence appears in this Dispensation? let me, dt n1 vbz, c-crq pn31 vbz, cc c-crq dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1 vvz p-acp d n1? vvb pno11, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14391 before I come to speak directly to the Question, premise something, 1. Concerning Spiritual duty. 2. Concerning Strengthning grace. Duty is a word of very large extent, comprehensive of all the Acts, both of Piety and Probity, wherein the Law of Nature, before I come to speak directly to the Question, premise something, 1. Concerning Spiritual duty. 2. Concerning Strengthening grace. Duty is a word of very large extent, comprehensive of all the Acts, both of Piety and Probity, wherein the Law of Nature, c-acp pns11 vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp dt n1, n1 pi, crd vvg j n1. crd vvg vvg n1. n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f av j n1, j pp-f d dt n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, c-crq dt n1 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14392 or the Law of God in Scripture maketh us debtors to our great Creator. or the Law of God in Scripture makes us debtors to our great Creator. cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1 vvz pno12 n2 p-acp po12 j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14393 It is usually divided into our duty towards God, which is that which we call Piety, or, our duty toward man, which we call Probity; both of them ly in the motions of our hearts, tongues, or more external actions. Our duty towards man is much comprehended under the two generals of Justice, and Charity. It is usually divided into our duty towards God, which is that which we call Piety, or, our duty towards man, which we call Probity; both of them lie in the motions of our hearts, tongues, or more external actions. Our duty towards man is much comprehended under the two generals of justice, and Charity. pn31 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1 p-acp np1, r-crq vbz d r-crq pns12 vvb n1, cc, po12 n1 p-acp n1, r-crq pns12 vvb n1; d pp-f pno32 vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n2, n2, cc av-dc j n2. po12 n1 p-acp n1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt crd n2 pp-f n1, cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14394 Now for much of this duty, God denieth unto no man a sufficient strength and power, so as if he will, he may do it. Now for much of this duty, God Denieth unto no man a sufficient strength and power, so as if he will, he may do it. av p-acp d pp-f d n1, np1 vvz p-acp dx n1 dt j n1 cc n1, av c-acp cs pns31 n1, pns31 vmb vdi pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14395 No man will deny but a man hath a power, to deal justly, to give Alms to the Poor, and many other things, No man will deny but a man hath a power, to deal justly, to give Alms to the Poor, and many other things, dx n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 vhz dt n1, p-acp vvb av-j, p-acp vvb n2 p-acp dt j, cc d j-jn n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 698
14396 so as he is but an Hypocrite, that pretends want of strength to many external actions which God hath commanded him; so as he is but an Hypocrite, that pretends want of strength to many external actions which God hath commanded him; av c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp dt n1, cst vvz n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d j n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14397 which are but acts of moral discipline: hence it is no great wonder to hear the Patrons of freewil urge this as the whole duty of man. which Are but acts of moral discipline: hence it is no great wonder to hear the Patrons of freewill urge this as the Whole duty of man. r-crq vbr cc-acp n2 pp-f j n1: av pn31 vbz dx j n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f n1 vvb d p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14398 But alas, though this be his duty, yet it is but the least part of his duty. But alas, though this be his duty, yet it is but the least part of his duty. p-acp uh, cs d vbb po31 n1, av pn31 vbz p-acp dt ds n1 pp-f po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14399 Our great duty to God lies as in external acts of Piety, so in the internal government of the motions of our hearts affections, according to the rule of the Divine law; Our great duty to God lies as in external acts of Piety, so in the internal government of the motions of our hearts affections, according to the Rule of the Divine law; po12 j n1 p-acp np1 vvz a-acp p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po12 n2 n2, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14400 it lyeth in external actions, such as praying, hearing the word, &c. But chiefly in the government of our inward man, that we may perform all our actions, it lies in external actions, such as praying, hearing the word, etc. But chiefly in the government of our inward man, that we may perform all our actions, pn31 vvz p-acp j n2, d c-acp vvg, vvg dt n1, av p-acp av-jn p-acp dt n1 pp-f po12 j n1, cst pns12 vmb vvi d po12 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14401 whether respecting God or man, in such a manner as he hath required. whither respecting God or man, in such a manner as he hath required. cs vvg np1 cc n1, p-acp d dt n1 c-acp pns31 vhz vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14402 Now that which we call strengthning grace, is, That influence of the holy Spirit upon the Soul, by which the Soul is inabled to perform whatsoever God requireth of it, both in doing and suffering in such an acceptable manner, Now that which we call strengthening grace, is, That influence of the holy Spirit upon the Soul, by which the Soul is enabled to perform whatsoever God requires of it, both in doing and suffering in such an acceptable manner, av cst r-crq pns12 vvb vvg n1, vbz, cst n1 pp-f dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz vvn pc-acp vvi r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pn31, av-d p-acp vdg cc vvg p-acp d dt j n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14403 as God requireth at our hands. as God requires At our hands. c-acp np1 vvz p-acp po12 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14404 Duty may be divided, 1. Into such acts which are in our own power, as to the external acts, to perform without any Spiritual gifts; Duty may be divided, 1. Into such acts which Are in our own power, as to the external acts, to perform without any Spiritual Gifts; n1 vmb vbi vvn, crd p-acp d n2 r-crq vbr p-acp po12 d n1, c-acp p-acp dt j n2, pc-acp vvi p-acp d j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14405 or more special influences of grace: or more special influences of grace: cc av-dc j n2 pp-f n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14406 thus a man may read the word, he may hear Sermons, he may do acts of justice, thus a man may read the word, he may hear Sermons, he may do acts of Justice, av dt n1 vmb vvi dt n1, pns31 vmb vvi n2, pns31 vmb vdi n2 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14407 and charity, and many other things, by virtue of the common Providence of God, keeping up in man his natural faculties; and charity, and many other things, by virtue of the Common Providence of God, keeping up in man his natural faculties; cc n1, cc d j-jn n2, p-acp n1 pp-f dt j n1 pp-f np1, vvg a-acp p-acp n1 po31 j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14408 for this now there needeth none of that special strengthning grace, about which I am discoursing. Secondly, for this now there needs none of that special strengthening grace, about which I am discoursing. Secondly, p-acp d av a-acp vvz pix pp-f d j vvg n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm vvg. ord, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1453 Page 699
14409 2. Such as a man may perform by vertue of common gifts, and influences, such as knowledg, utterance, &c. Which although God doth not give unto all, 2. Such as a man may perform by virtue of Common Gifts, and influences, such as knowledge, utterance, etc. Which although God does not give unto all, crd d c-acp dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp n1 pp-f j n2, cc n2, d c-acp n1, n1, av r-crq cs np1 vdz xx vvi p-acp d, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1454 Page 699
14410 yet he doth give unto many, who never tast any thing of his distinguishing grace. Thus men may pray, preach, &c. It is true, some have more ability unto these acts than others, yet he does give unto many, who never taste any thing of his distinguishing grace. Thus men may pray, preach, etc. It is true, Some have more ability unto these acts than Others, av pns31 vdz vvi p-acp d, r-crq av-x vvb d n1 pp-f po31 j-vvg n1. av n2 vmb vvi, vvb, av pn31 vbz j, d vhb dc n1 p-acp d n2 cs n2-jn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1454 Page 699
14412 but this dependeth not upon any influence of special strengthening grace; but upon the different tempers, and complexions of persons, upon their different measures of knowledg and gifts, and parts; but this dependeth not upon any influence of special strengthening grace; but upon the different tempers, and complexions of Persons, upon their different measures of knowledge and Gifts, and parts; cc-acp d vvz xx p-acp d n1 pp-f j vvg n1; p-acp p-acp dt j n2, cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp po32 j n2 pp-f n1 cc n2, cc n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1454 Page 699
14413 and their strength as to these acts, riseth and falleth, as their gifts and parts increase, hold, or decay. and their strength as to these acts, Riseth and falls, as their Gifts and parts increase, hold, or decay. cc po32 n1 c-acp p-acp d n2, vvz cc vvz, c-acp po32 n2 cc n2 vvi, vvb, cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1454 Page 699
14414 3. But thirdly, there are duties, that are more internal; such as meditating of God, delighting, believing in him, breathing after him, fervency of Spirit, in his service, the right manner of performing all external acts. 3. But Thirdly, there Are duties, that Are more internal; such as meditating of God, delighting, believing in him, breathing After him, fervency of Spirit, in his service, the right manner of performing all external acts. crd p-acp ord, pc-acp vbr n2, cst vbr av-dc j; d c-acp vvg pp-f np1, vvg, vvg p-acp pno31, vvg p-acp pno31, n1 pp-f n1, p-acp po31 n1, dt j-jn n1 pp-f vvg d j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 699
14415 Now to the performance of this, there needeth a special influence in the Spirit of God; Now to the performance of this, there needs a special influence in the Spirit of God; av p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, a-acp vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 699
14416 besides all the advantage, which any man can have from natural parts, or gifts. beside all the advantage, which any man can have from natural parts, or Gifts. p-acp d dt n1, r-crq d n1 vmb vhi p-acp j n2, cc n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 699
14417 And the experience of every Christian justifieth, that God useth a great variety in his dispensings of it: And the experience of every Christian Justifieth, that God uses a great variety in his dispensings of it: cc dt n1 pp-f d njp vvz, cst np1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n2 pp-f pn31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14418 some Christians find much more than others do; Some Christians find much more than Others do; d np1 vvi av-d av-dc cs n2-jn vdb; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14419 others find much more at one time, than at an other, both for the performing the acts of Mortification, and of Vivification; the practice of dying to sin, and living to righteousness; and also for the bearing any burthens, which God in his Providence layeth upon him, Others find much more At one time, than At an other, both for the performing the acts of Mortification, and of Vivification; the practice of dying to since, and living to righteousness; and also for the bearing any burdens, which God in his Providence Layeth upon him, n2-jn vvb d dc p-acp crd n1, cs p-acp dt n-jn, av-d p-acp dt vvg dt n2 pp-f n1, cc pp-f n1; dt n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1, cc vvg p-acp n1; cc av p-acp dt vvg d n2, r-crq np1 p-acp po31 n1 vvz p-acp pno31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14420 and going through any sufferings, which God hath laid out for him: and going through any sufferings, which God hath laid out for him: cc vvg p-acp d n2, r-crq np1 vhz vvn av p-acp pno31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14421 and these gradual withdrawings of these Divine assistances, are what we call Divine desertions, as to these manifestations of grace. and these gradual withdrawings of these Divine assistances, Are what we call Divine desertions, as to these manifestations of grace. cc d j-jn n2-vvg pp-f d j-jn n2, vbr q-crq pns12 vvb j-jn n2, a-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14422 Now my next business must be, to shew you the wisdom and reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in the inequality of these dispensations, which sometimes proves matter of great trouble to Gods People. Now my next business must be, to show you the Wisdom and reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence, in the inequality of these dispensations, which sometime Proves matter of great trouble to God's People. av po11 ord n1 vmb vbi, pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, r-crq av vvz n1 pp-f j n1 p-acp ng1 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1455 Page 700
14423 1. For the differences of strength, and ability, to the more external acts of our homage to God; 1. For the differences of strength, and ability, to the more external acts of our homage to God; crd p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1, cc n1, p-acp dt av-dc j n2 pp-f po12 n1 p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14424 it is not so properly within my subject to be discoursed: I shall therefore speak but shortly to it: it is not so properly within my Subject to be discoursed: I shall Therefore speak but shortly to it: pn31 vbz xx av av-j p-acp po11 n-jn pc-acp vbi vvn: pns11 vmb av vvi p-acp av-j p-acp pn31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14425 something I am willing to speak, because I fear too many Christians mistake this for strengthning grace. This difference ariseth, 1. from a difference, or decay in knowledg, and other parts, and common gifts. Knowledg of the things of God, is the foundation of this practice, something I am willing to speak, Because I Fear too many Christians mistake this for strengthening grace. This difference arises, 1. from a difference, or decay in knowledge, and other parts, and Common Gifts. Knowledge of the things of God, is the Foundation of this practice, pi pns11 vbm j pc-acp vvi, c-acp pns11 vvb av d np1 vvb d p-acp vvg n1. d n1 vvz, crd p-acp dt n1, cc vvb p-acp n1, cc j-jn n2, cc j n2. n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, vbz dt n1 pp-f d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14426 and it cannot be expected that Christians weak in knowledg, should be able to express themselves so freely in prayer, or in Spiritual conference, or any other exercise, which dependeth upon knowledg, as the more knowing Christian can. 2. Secondly, and it cannot be expected that Christians weak in knowledge, should be able to express themselves so freely in prayer, or in Spiritual conference, or any other exercise, which dependeth upon knowledge, as the more knowing Christian can. 2. Secondly, cc pn31 vmbx vbi vvn cst np1 j p-acp n1, vmd vbi j pc-acp vvi px32 av av-j p-acp n1, cc p-acp j n1, cc d j-jn n1, r-crq vvz p-acp n1, p-acp dt av-dc vvg np1 vmb. crd ord, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14427 As difference as to degrees of knowledg is one cause, so different frequency in Practice, is an other: As difference as to Degrees of knowledge is one cause, so different frequency in Practice, is an other: c-acp n1 c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1 vbz crd n1, av j n1 p-acp n1, vbz dt n-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14428 a man in practical things is perfected by practice. As he that never almost writeth, will forget his hand; a man in practical things is perfected by practice. As he that never almost Writeth, will forget his hand; dt n1 p-acp j n2 vbz vvn p-acp n1. c-acp pns31 cst av-x av vvz, vmb vvi po31 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14429 and he that useth not himself to read, or speak Latine, or any other Language, will in a short time lose the very ability, he once had to do it: and he that uses not himself to read, or speak Latin, or any other Language, will in a short time loose the very ability, he once had to do it: cc pns31 cst vvz xx px31 p-acp vvb, cc vvb jp, cc d j-jn n1, vmb p-acp dt j n1 vvi dt j n1, pns31 a-acp vhd pc-acp vdi pn31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14430 so it is but a reasonable thing for us to imagine, that he who seldom or never prayeth, should lose his gift, and ability to pray; so it is but a reasonable thing for us to imagine, that he who seldom or never Prayeth, should loose his gift, and ability to pray; av pn31 vbz p-acp dt j n1 p-acp pno12 pc-acp vvi, cst pns31 r-crq av cc av-x vvz, vmd vvi po31 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14431 and he who seldom, or never Preacheth, should lose his gift, and ability to Preach. and he who seldom, or never Preacheth, should loose his gift, and ability to Preach. cc pns31 r-crq av, cc av-x vvz, vmd vvi po31 n1, cc n1 pc-acp vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14432 We find by experience, and may find it, whenever we try it, that a man, that hath an excellent ability to pray, neglecting that gift, in a short time will lose his gift, We find by experience, and may find it, whenever we try it, that a man, that hath an excellent ability to pray, neglecting that gift, in a short time will loose his gift, pns12 vvb p-acp n1, cc vmb vvi pn31, av pns12 vvb pn31, cst dt n1, cst vhz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi, vvg d n1, p-acp dt j n1 vmb vvi po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14433 and not be able to continue Ten lines of sence without a Book. and not be able to continue Ten lines of sense without a Book. cc xx vbi j pc-acp vvi crd n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14434 To this may be added, that these performances do also depend upon other natural, and common gifts, which if they fail through age, or other infirmities; To this may be added, that these performances do also depend upon other natural, and Common Gifts, which if they fail through age, or other infirmities; p-acp d vmb vbi vvn, cst d n2 vdb av vvi p-acp j-jn j, cc j n2, r-crq cs pns32 vvb p-acp n1, cc j-jn n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 700
14435 it cannot without a Miracle be expected, but that this strength and ability, should abate also: it cannot without a Miracle be expected, but that this strength and ability, should abate also: pn31 vmbx p-acp dt n1 vbi vvn, cc-acp cst d n1 cc n1, vmd vvi av: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 701
14436 I know also that God may blast these gifts, and oft doth for mens sins, their neglect of the use of them, their not glorifying of God with them; I know also that God may blast these Gifts, and oft does for men's Sins, their neglect of the use of them, their not glorifying of God with them; pns11 vvb av cst np1 vmb vvi d n2, cc av vdz p-acp ng2 n2, po32 n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f pno32, po32 xx vvg pp-f np1 p-acp pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 701
14437 but Gods usual way of doing this, is, either by permitting the decay of these gifts upon which these exercises depend, but God's usual Way of doing this, is, either by permitting the decay of these Gifts upon which these exercises depend, cc-acp npg1 j n1 pp-f vdg d, vbz, av-d p-acp vvg dt n1 pp-f d n2 p-acp r-crq d n2 vvb, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 701
14438 or leaving the Hypocrite to fall into such a senslesness, and sottishness in life, as quite takes him off from any regard of these pieces of homage unto God: or leaving the Hypocrite to fallen into such a senselessness, and sottishness in life, as quite Takes him off from any regard of these Pieces of homage unto God: cc vvg dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp d dt n1, cc n1 p-acp n1, c-acp av vvz pno31 a-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 701
14439 but thus much shall serve to have spoken to these varieties and decays of strength in the inward man. but thus much shall serve to have spoken to these varieties and decays of strength in the inward man. cc-acp av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1456 Page 701
14440 2. For the other which are the influxes of Divine, and special grace, it is certainly reasonable that God should not dispense equal measures to all, if we consider; 2. For the other which Are the Influxes of Divine, and special grace, it is Certainly reasonable that God should not dispense equal measures to all, if we Consider; crd p-acp dt n-jn r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f j-jn, cc j n1, pn31 vbz av-j j cst np1 vmd xx vvi j-jn n2 p-acp d, cs pns12 vvb; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14441 1. That all are not of a alike groweth, and standing in the Church. 1. That all Are not of a alike grows, and standing in the Church. crd cst d vbr xx pp-f dt av-j vvz, cc vvg p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14442 There is nothing more ordinary in Scripture than to compare the Church, to a Fold of Sheep, to a Family, &c. Now there is no Fold, where all are are grown Sheep alike; There is nothing more ordinary in Scripture than to compare the Church, to a Fold of Sheep, to a Family, etc. Now there is no Fold, where all Are Are grown Sheep alike; pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j p-acp n1 cs pc-acp vvi dt n1, p-acp dt vvb pp-f n1, p-acp dt n1, av av pc-acp vbz dx vvb, c-crq d vbr vbr vvn n1 av; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14443 scarce any Family, where are not some Infants, or young Children. scarce any Family, where Are not Some Infants, or young Children. av-j d n1, q-crq vbr xx d n2, cc j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14444 Christ must carry the Lambs in his Arm, while he feedeth his Flock like a Shepheard. The Scripture speaking of Christians distinguisheth betwixt Babes, and grown Persons; christ must carry the Lambs in his Arm, while he feeds his Flock like a Shepherd. The Scripture speaking of Christians Distinguisheth betwixt Babes, and grown Persons; np1 vmb vvi dt n2 p-acp po31 n1, cs pns31 vvz po31 vvb av-j dt n1. dt n1 vvg pp-f np1 vvz p-acp n2, cc j-vvn n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14445 betwixt those that are perfect, and such as are not perfect; such as are Spiritual, and such as are Carnal; such as are fit for strong Meat, betwixt those that Are perfect, and such as Are not perfect; such as Are Spiritual, and such as Are Carnal; such as Are fit for strong Meat, p-acp d cst vbr j, cc d c-acp vbr xx j; d c-acp vbr j, cc d c-acp vbr j; d c-acp vbr j p-acp j n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14446 and such as have need of Milk: and such as have need of Milk: cc d c-acp vhb n1 pp-f n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14447 now although it be true, that this influx of Grace is from the Spirit of God; now although it be true, that this influx of Grace is from the Spirit of God; av cs pn31 vbb j, cst d n1 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14448 yet, the Spirit of God ordinarly worketh, Secundum quod nactus est Organon, according to the subject it worketh in; yet, the Spirit of God ordinarily works, Secundum quod nactus est Organon, according to the Subject it works in; av, dt n1 pp-f np1 av-jn vvz, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1, vvg p-acp dt n-jn pn31 vvz p-acp; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14449 and by our own Spiritual actions we are prepared for the receptions of these Spiritual habits, which are not the influxes of the first grace, and by our own Spiritual actions we Are prepared for the receptions of these Spiritual habits, which Are not the Influxes of the First grace, cc p-acp po12 d j n2 pns12 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2, r-crq vbr xx dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14450 but of further grace, and distributed to Souls which have their senses exercised to discern good and evil: but of further grace, and distributed to Souls which have their Senses exercised to discern good and evil: cc-acp pp-f jc n1, cc vvn p-acp n2 r-crq vhb po32 n2 vvn pc-acp vvi j cc j-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14451 should God grant out equal measures of this grace unto all, there could be no such thing as groweth in grace; no such persons as Babes in grace, the Kingdom of grace, would be like that of glory, in which there is no Infant of days, nor old men of years: should God grant out equal measures of this grace unto all, there could be no such thing as grows in grace; no such Persons as Babes in grace, the Kingdom of grace, would be like that of glory, in which there is no Infant of days, nor old men of Years: vmd np1 vvi av j-jn n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp d, pc-acp vmd vbi dx d n1 c-acp vvz p-acp n1; dx d n2 c-acp n2 p-acp n1, dt n1 pp-f n1, vmd vbi av-j d pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n2, ccx j n2 pp-f n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14452 and indeed this were enough to have spoken to this case, if God did equally dispense out Spiritual strength to those who are of equal standing in the ways of God; and indeed this were enough to have spoken to this case, if God did equally dispense out Spiritual strength to those who Are of equal standing in the ways of God; cc av d vbdr av-d pc-acp vhi vvn p-acp d n1, cs np1 vdd av-j vvi av j n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr a-acp j-jn n-vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14453 for though God will give Heaven at last (which answereth the Penny in the Parable) to him, who comes into the Lords Vineyard at the Eleventh hour; yet, he doth not give equal degrees of peace and strength, to those that come in to his Vineyard, for though God will give Heaven At last (which Answers the Penny in the Parable) to him, who comes into the lords Vineyard At the Eleventh hour; yet, he does not give equal Degrees of peace and strength, to those that come in to his Vineyard, c-acp cs np1 vmb vvi n1 p-acp ord (r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1) p-acp pno31, r-crq vvz p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp dt ord n1; av, pns31 vdz xx vvi j-jn n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp d cst vvb p-acp p-acp po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 701
14454 and work there but one hour, with those who have wrought all the heat of the day. and work there but one hour, with those who have wrought all the heat of the day. cc vvi a-acp p-acp crd n1, p-acp d q-crq vhb vvn d dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 702
14455 Grace strengthens by exercise, as habits are strengthened, and confirmed by frequent acts: But yet, this is not enough to say in this case; Grace strengthens by exercise, as habits Are strengthened, and confirmed by frequent acts: But yet, this is not enough to say in this case; n1 vvz p-acp n1, c-acp n2 vbr vvn, cc vvn p-acp j n2: cc-acp av, d vbz xx av-d pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 702
14456 for all those that be of equal years, and standing in the ways of God, are not of an equal faith, nor have an equal zeal, fervency, for all those that be of equal Years, and standing in the ways of God, Are not of an equal faith, nor have an equal zeal, fervency, p-acp d d cst vbb pp-f j-jn n2, cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr xx pp-f dt j-jn n1, ccx vhb dt j-jn n1, n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 702
14457 and intension of affections: Nay often Christians of a much younger standing, find more Spiritual strength to mortifie their corruptions, and perform Spiritual duties, than those who have been of many years standing in the ways of God. and intention of affections: Nay often Christians of a much younger standing, find more Spiritual strength to mortify their corruptions, and perform Spiritual duties, than those who have been of many Years standing in the ways of God. cc n1 pp-f n2: uh av np1 pp-f dt d jc n-vvg, vvb av-dc j n1 p-acp vvi po32 n2, cc vvi j n2, cs d r-crq vhb vbn pp-f d n2 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1457 Page 702
14458 3. Thirdly, Therefore God doubtless doth it many times to punish sin, and guilt in his own People; 3. Thirdly, Therefore God doubtless does it many times to Punish since, and guilt in his own People; crd ord, av np1 av-j vdz pn31 d n2 pc-acp vvi n1, cc n1 p-acp po31 d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1458 Page 702
14459 either in the neglect of ordinances and duty, or some other moral miscarriages. Sin doubly infeebleth a Christians Soul. either in the neglect of ordinances and duty, or Some other moral miscarriages. since doubly infeebleth a Christians Soul. av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 cc n1, cc d j-jn j n2. n1 av-j vvz dt np1 n1 (57) sermon (DIV3) 1458 Page 702
14460 1. As it Naturally deadneth the heart, towards God, and discourageth its exercises upon him. 2. As it provoketh God to withdraw himself. 1. As it Naturally deadneth the heart, towards God, and Discourageth its exercises upon him. 2. As it provokes God to withdraw himself. crd p-acp pn31 av-j vvz dt n1, p-acp np1, cc vvz po31 n2 p-acp pno31. crd p-acp pn31 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi px31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1459 Page 702
14461 Sin is the aversion of the Soul from God, and its Conversion and turning to the imbraces of the Creature; since is the aversion of the Soul from God, and its Conversion and turning to the embraces of the Creature; n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 cc vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14462 hence it is impossible that the Soul that delighteth in sin, should equally breath after, hence it is impossible that the Soul that delights in since, should equally breath After, av pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 cst vvz p-acp n1, vmd av-j vvi a-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14463 and delight in God, as that Soul that hateth sin, and is more perfectly turned from it. and delight in God, as that Soul that hates since, and is more perfectly turned from it. cc vvi p-acp np1, c-acp cst n1 cst vvz n1, cc vbz av-dc av-j vvn p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14464 Sin quencheth the Holy fire in the Soul, it also discourageth the Soul from its confidence in God, since quenches the Holy fire in the Soul, it also Discourageth the Soul from its confidence in God, n1 vvz dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, pn31 av vvz dt n1 p-acp po31 n1 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14465 and in its addresses to God; and in its Addresses to God; cc p-acp po31 n2 p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14466 it makes the conscience fly in a mans face, and repeat to him the words of the Psalmist, Psal. 50. What hast thou to do, to declare my Statutes, it makes the conscience fly in a men face, and repeat to him the words of the Psalmist, Psalm 50. What hast thou to do, to declare my Statutes, pn31 vvz dt n1 vvb p-acp dt ng1 n1, cc vvi p-acp pno31 dt n2 pp-f dt n1, np1 crd q-crq vh2 pns21 pc-acp vdi, pc-acp vvi po11 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14467 or that thou shouldest take my Covenant in thy mouth, seeing thou hatest instruction, and castest my law behind thee? Or in the Words of the Apostle, What fellowship, hath light with darkness? God with Belial? Righteousness with unrighteousness? Sin enfeebleth the Soul in all its addresses to God, or that thou Shouldst take my Covenant in thy Mouth, seeing thou Hatest instruction, and Chastest my law behind thee? Or in the Words of the Apostle, What fellowship, hath Light with darkness? God with Belial? Righteousness with unrighteousness? since enfeebleth the Soul in all its Addresses to God, cc cst pns21 vmd2 vvi po11 n1 p-acp po21 n1, vvg pns21 vv2 n1, cc vv2 po11 n1 p-acp pno21? cc p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, q-crq n1, vhz n1 p-acp n1? np1 p-acp np1? n1 p-acp n1? n1 vvz dt n1 p-acp d po31 n2 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14468 and discourageth it in all it exercises. and Discourageth it in all it exercises. cc vvz pn31 p-acp d pn31 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14469 And 2. It provoketh God: your iniquities have separated betwixt God and you, (saith the Prophet) and your sins have made him to hide his face from you. And 2. It provokes God: your iniquities have separated betwixt God and you, (Says the Prophet) and your Sins have made him to hide his face from you. cc crd pn31 vvz np1: po22 n2 vhb vvn p-acp np1 cc pn22, (vvz dt n1) cc po22 n2 vhb vvn pno31 pc-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14470 It was said by a great Commander of Souldiers, That he was never afraid to dye, It was said by a great Commander of Soldiers, That he was never afraid to die, pn31 vbds vvn p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n2, cst pns31 vbds av-x j pc-acp vvi, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14471 but when his conscience smote him for some guilt of sin; but when his conscience smote him for Some guilt of since; cc-acp c-crq po31 n1 vvd pno31 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14472 when the conscience of a Christian reflecteth guilt upon him, he is discouraged from exercising any faith, when the conscience of a Christian reflecteth guilt upon him, he is discouraged from exercising any faith, c-crq dt n1 pp-f dt njp vvz n1 p-acp pno31, pns31 vbz vvn p-acp vvg d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14473 and confidence in God, and ashamed in the duty of prayer to go unto God. and confidence in God, and ashamed in the duty of prayer to go unto God. cc n1 p-acp np1, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14474 There is no Christian, but findeth this in his own experience, that the conscience of sin doth wonderfully prejudice his Holy boldness, in his approaches to the Throne of Grace; There is no Christian, but finds this in his own experience, that the conscience of since does wonderfully prejudice his Holy boldness, in his Approaches to the Throne of Grace; pc-acp vbz dx njp, cc-acp vvz d p-acp po31 d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz av-j vvi po31 j n1, p-acp po31 n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 702
14475 How weak is thine heart, saith the Lord God, seeing thou doest all these things, the work of an imperious whorish Woman, Ezek. 16.30. It is indeed a weakness to sin, and weakness to any Spiritual acting, is the first fruit of sin in the Soul; How weak is thine heart, Says the Lord God, seeing thou dost all these things, the work of an imperious whorish Woman, Ezekiel 16.30. It is indeed a weakness to since, and weakness to any Spiritual acting, is the First fruit of since in the Soul; c-crq j vbz po21 n1, vvz dt n1 np1, vvg pns21 vd2 d d n2, dt n1 pp-f dt j j n1, np1 crd. pn31 vbz av dt n1 p-acp n1, cc n1 p-acp d j n-vvg, vbz dt ord n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 703
14476 for what are the Souls exercises upon God, but Holy Meditation, Faith, Hope, Spiritual desires, delight, a fervency, zeal, for what Are the Souls exercises upon God, but Holy Meditation, Faith, Hope, Spiritual Desires, delight, a fervency, zeal, p-acp r-crq vbr dt n2 n2 p-acp np1, cc-acp j n1, n1, vvb, j n2, n1, dt n1, n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 703
14477 or heat of the whole Soul in Gods service? Now sin rendring the Soul guilty, and defiled; or heat of the Whole Soul in God's service? Now since rendering the Soul guilty, and defiled; cc n1 pp-f dt j-jn n1 p-acp npg1 n1? av n1 vvg dt n1 j, cc vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 703
14478 how is it possible, it should delight in, or desire communion with an Holy God, exercise any strong Faith, and Hope in that God, who hath declared his wrath against sinners; how is it possible, it should delight in, or desire communion with an Holy God, exercise any strong Faith, and Hope in that God, who hath declared his wrath against Sinners; q-crq vbz pn31 j, pn31 vmd vvi p-acp, cc vvb n1 p-acp dt j np1, vvb d j n1, cc vvb p-acp cst np1, r-crq vhz vvn po31 n1 p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 703
14479 or care to draw near to God, when it apprehendeth God looking upon it afar off, with an angry countenance? This is another thing, which maketh this motion of Divine Providence reasonable, that God by it may punish the failings, errors, and miscarriages of People. 4. Fourthly. or care to draw near to God, when it apprehendeth God looking upon it afar off, with an angry countenance? This is Another thing, which makes this motion of Divine Providence reasonable, that God by it may Punish the failings, errors, and miscarriages of People. 4. Fourthly. cc vvb pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, c-crq pn31 vvz np1 vvg p-acp pn31 av a-acp, p-acp dt j n1? d vbz j-jn n1, r-crq vvz d n1 pp-f j-jn n1 j, cst np1 p-acp pn31 vmb vvi dt n2-vvg, n2, cc n2 pp-f n1. crd ord. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1460 Page 703
14480 It appeareth reasonable upon the Consideration of the great differences of Christians in their practise of Godliness. It appears reasonable upon the Consideration of the great differences of Christians in their practice of Godliness. pn31 vvz j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j n2 pp-f np1 p-acp po32 n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14567 These now are some of the chief causes of this difference in Souls as to this freedom, These now Are Some of the chief Causes of this difference in Souls as to this freedom, np1 av vbr d pp-f dt j-jn n2 pp-f d n1 p-acp n2 c-acp p-acp d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14481 The promises of strength are made to those that wait upon the Lord for it. Psal. 27.14. wait on the Lord, be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart; The promises of strength Are made to those that wait upon the Lord for it. Psalm 27.14. wait on the Lord, be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart; dt n2 pp-f n1 vbr vvn p-acp d d vvb p-acp dt n1 p-acp pn31. np1 crd. vvb p-acp dt n1, vbb pp-f j n1, cc pns31 vmb vvi po21 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14482 wait I say on the Lord. Isa. 40.31. They that wait upon the Lord, shall renew their strength; wait I say on the Lord. Isaiah 40.31. They that wait upon the Lord, shall renew their strength; vvb pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1. np1 crd. pns32 d vvb p-acp dt n1, vmb vvi po32 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14483 they shall mount up with wings like the Eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall mount up with wings like the Eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; pns32 vmb vvi a-acp p-acp n2 av-j dt n2; pns32 vmb vvi, cc xx vbi j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14484 and they shall walk and not faint. Now it is true every Child of God waiteth upon the Lord; and they shall walk and not faint. Now it is true every Child of God waits upon the Lord; cc pns32 vmb vvi cc xx j. av pn31 vbz j d n1 pp-f np1 vvz p-acp dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14485 but every one waiteth not alike, nor walketh with God to the same degree. but every one waits not alike, nor walks with God to the same degree. cc-acp d crd vvz xx av, ccx vvz p-acp np1 p-acp dt d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14486 Experience will tell every Christian, that the more strictly, and closely, and constantly he walketh with God, the stronger he groweth in all Duty. Experience will tell every Christian, that the more strictly, and closely, and constantly he walks with God, the Stronger he grows in all Duty. n1 vmb vvi d njp, cst dt av-dc av-j, cc av-j, cc av-j pns31 vvz p-acp np1, dt jc pns31 vvz p-acp d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14487 Infused habits are advantaged by exercise, as the fire that kindled the wood for sacrifices upon the Altar, first came down from Heaven; Infused habits Are advantaged by exercise, as the fire that kindled the wood for Sacrifices upon the Altar, First Come down from Heaven; vvn n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, c-acp dt n1 cst vvd dt n1 p-acp n2 p-acp dt n1, ord vvd a-acp p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14488 but then was to be kept alive by the care and labour of the Priests; so habits of Spiritual Grace, are indeed infused from God, yea and must also be mantained by daily influences from God, but then was to be kept alive by the care and labour of the Priests; so habits of Spiritual Grace, Are indeed infused from God, yea and must also be maintained by daily influences from God, cc-acp av vbds pc-acp vbi vvn j p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; av n2 pp-f j n1, vbr av vvn p-acp np1, uh cc vmb av vbi vvn p-acp j n2 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14489 yet with a concurrence also of our own labour, in waiting upon God and exercising our selves unto Godliness; yet with a concurrence also of our own labour, in waiting upon God and exercising our selves unto Godliness; av p-acp dt n1 av pp-f po12 d n1, p-acp vvg p-acp np1 cc vvg po12 n2 p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14490 and the more a Christian doth so exercise himself, the more strong he shall grow, Job. 17.9. The righteous shall hold on in his way, and he that hath clean hands, shall add strength, or, (as our translation reads it) grow stronger, and stronger. and the more a Christian does so exercise himself, the more strong he shall grow, Job. 17.9. The righteous shall hold on in his Way, and he that hath clean hands, shall add strength, or, (as our Translation reads it) grow Stronger, and Stronger. cc dt av-dc dt np1 vdz av vvi px31, dt av-dc j pns31 vmb vvi, np1. crd. dt j vmb vvi a-acp p-acp po31 n1, cc pns31 cst vhz j n2, vmb vvi n1, cc, (p-acp po12 n1 vvz pn31) vvb jc, cc jc. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14491 The more a man excelleth in acts of Righteousness, the more he groweth in Spiritual strength; ordinarily therefore, men, The more a man excels in acts of Righteousness, the more he grows in Spiritual strength; ordinarily Therefore, men, dt av-dc dt n1 vvz p-acp n2 pp-f n1, dt av-dc pns31 vvz p-acp j n1; av-j av, n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14492 and women, which have most communion with God and walk more closely with him, have most strength to Spiritual Duties. and women, which have most communion with God and walk more closely with him, have most strength to Spiritual Duties. cc n2, r-crq vhb av-ds n1 p-acp np1 cc vvb av-dc av-j p-acp pno31, vhb av-ds n1 p-acp j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1461 Page 703
14493 5. Christians differences in Knowledge; and Experiences of God, is one great reason of their differences, as to Spiritual strength. 5. Christians differences in Knowledge; and Experiences of God, is one great reason of their differences, as to Spiritual strength. crd np1 n2 p-acp n1; cc n2 pp-f np1, vbz pi j n1 pp-f po32 n2, c-acp p-acp j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14494 1. Their difference in Knowledge: our external acts of Piety (such as Prayer ) as to the true, and excellent performance of them, do depend upon our internal motions towards God: 1. Their difference in Knowledge: our external acts of Piety (such as Prayer) as to the true, and excellent performance of them, do depend upon our internal motions towards God: crd po32 n1 p-acp n1: po12 j n2 pp-f n1 (d c-acp n1) c-acp p-acp dt j, cc j n1 pp-f pno32, vdb vvi p-acp po12 j n2 p-acp np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14495 as is our Faith, our Love, our Hope, so will our fervency in Spirit, in Prayer, and the exercises of our Faith or hope, or any other grace be; as is our Faith, our Love, our Hope, so will our fervency in Spirit, in Prayer, and the exercises of our Faith or hope, or any other grace be; c-acp vbz po12 n1, po12 vvi, po12 vvb, av vmb po12 n1 p-acp n1, p-acp n1, cc dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1, cc d j-jn n1 vbi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14496 for those inward habits are the principles from which our actions flow, the powers which in action we exert, and put forth. for those inward habits Are the principles from which our actions flow, the Powers which in actium we exert, and put forth. p-acp d j n2 vbr dt n2 p-acp r-crq po12 n2 vvi, dt n2 r-crq p-acp n1 pns12 vvb, cc vvd av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14511 6. Sixthly, God doth often by the withdrawings of the assistance of his Grace, punish too great adventurousness, and presumption of our own strength (this falleth properly under the third head, 6. Sixthly, God does often by the withdrawings of the assistance of his Grace, Punish too great adventurousness, and presumption of our own strength (this falls properly under the third head, crd j, np1 vdz av p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, vvb av j n1, cc n1 pp-f po12 d n1 (d vvz av-j p-acp dt ord n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14497 Now these inward workings of our Souls do very much depend upon our knowledge; It is true they are not the Natural and necessary fruits, or consequents of knowledge. Knowledge must be sanctified before it will produce any such effects; many a one hath a large knowledge of God, of the holy Scriptures, Now these inward workings of our Souls do very much depend upon our knowledge; It is true they Are not the Natural and necessary fruits, or consequents of knowledge. Knowledge must be sanctified before it will produce any such effects; many a one hath a large knowledge of God, of the holy Scriptures, av d j n2 pp-f po12 n2 vdb av av-d vvi p-acp po12 n1; pn31 vbz j pns32 vbr xx dt j cc j n2, cc n2-j pp-f n1. n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 vmb vvi d d n2; d dt pi vhz dt j n1 pp-f np1, pp-f dt j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14498 and whatsoever they reveal of God, to render him to the Soul a fit object to be believed, and trusted in, loved, desired, delighted in. and whatsoever they reveal of God, to render him to the Soul a fit Object to be believed, and trusted in, loved, desired, delighted in. cc r-crq pns32 vvb pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi pno31 p-acp dt n1 dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, cc vvn p-acp, vvd, j-vvn, vvn p-acp. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14499 But this is certain that without knowledge there can be no such Exercises. No man who is wholly ignorant of God, But this is certain that without knowledge there can be no such Exercises. No man who is wholly ignorant of God, p-acp d vbz j cst p-acp n1 a-acp vmb vbi dx d n2. dx n1 r-crq vbz av-jn j pp-f np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14500 and the Scriptures, can breath after him, delight in him, hope in his mercy, trust in his promises. and the Scriptures, can breath After him, delight in him, hope in his mercy, trust in his promises. cc dt n2, vmb vvi p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb p-acp po31 n1, vvb p-acp po31 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14501 &c. Some knowledge is necessary to the working of any of these habits, and the motions of these habits, will be proportionable to the degrees of Christian knowledge; etc. some knowledge is necessary to the working of any of these habits, and the motions of these habits, will be proportionable to the Degrees of Christian knowledge; av d n1 vbz j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d pp-f d n2, cc dt n2 pp-f d n2, vmb vbi j p-acp dt n2 pp-f njp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14502 Hence you shall observe that Christians who are weak in knowledge, are always weak in faith, weak in an hour of Temptation, indeed weak as to the Exercises of all Spiritual gracious habits. Hence you shall observe that Christians who Are weak in knowledge, Are always weak in faith, weak in an hour of Temptation, indeed weak as to the Exercises of all Spiritual gracious habits. av pn22 vmb vvi cst np1 r-crq vbr j p-acp n1, vbr av j p-acp n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, av j c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14503 Now that there is a vast difference in Christians knowledge, and understanding of the holy Scriptures, is a thing of evident demonstration. 2. Secondly as there is a great Difference in Christians, Now that there is a vast difference in Christians knowledge, and understanding of the holy Scriptures, is a thing of evident demonstration. 2. Secondly as there is a great Difference in Christians, av cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp njpg2 n1, cc vvg pp-f dt j n2, vbz dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd ord p-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14504 as to their intellectuals, upon intelligence from which our wills, and Affections move; so there is yet a greater difference in their Experiences of God. as to their intellectuals, upon intelligence from which our wills, and Affections move; so there is yet a greater difference in their Experiences of God. c-acp p-acp po32 n2-j, p-acp n1 p-acp r-crq po12 n2, cc n2 vvb; av a-acp vbz av dt jc n1 p-acp po32 n2 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14505 The Apostle telleth us, Rom. 5. That tribulation worketh patience, and patience, experience; The Apostle Telleth us, Rom. 5. That tribulation works patience, and patience, experience; dt n1 vvz pno12, np1 crd cst n1 vvz n1, cc n1, n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14506 and experience hope. Experience is a mighty advantage to divers exercises of grace, especially those of faith, and hope. 1 Sam. 17. David telleth Saul, wondering that he being so young a stripling, should dare to encounter Goliah: That he had kept his Fathers sheep, and there came out a Lion and a Bear, and experience hope. Experience is a mighty advantage to diverse exercises of grace, especially those of faith, and hope. 1 Sam. 17. David Telleth Saul, wondering that he being so young a stripling, should Dare to encounter Goliath: That he had kept his Father's sheep, and there Come out a lion and a Bear, cc n1 n1. n1 vbz dt j n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1, av-j d pp-f n1, cc n1. vvn np1 crd np1 vvz np1, vvg cst pns31 vbg av j dt n1, vmd vvi pc-acp vvi np1: cst pns31 vhd vvn po31 ng1 n1, cc a-acp vvd av dt n1 cc dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14507 and took a Lamb out of the flock. and took a Lamb out of the flock. cc vvd dt n1 av pp-f dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14508 v. 36. Thy Servant slew both the Lion and the Bear, this uncircumcised Philistine shall be like one of them: v. 36. Thy Servant slew both the lion and the Bear, this uncircumcised Philistine shall be like one of them: n1 crd po21 n1 vvd d dt n1 cc dt n1, d j njp vmb vbi av-j crd pp-f pno32: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 704
14509 his experience of Gods protecting him from the Lion and the Bear, begot in him a confidence in God, that he would also deliver him from the Philistine: his experience of God's protecting him from the lion and the Bear, begotten in him a confidence in God, that he would also deliver him from the Philistine: po31 n1 pp-f n2 vvg pno31 p-acp dt n1 cc dt vvb, vvn p-acp pno31 dt n1 p-acp np1, cst pns31 vmd av vvi pno31 p-acp dt njp: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 705
14510 thus Paul with the same breath, with which he said, God had delivered, saith also and shall deliver; now that Christians of more experiences, should have more strength and confidence, is but the natural working of mans Soul. thus Paul with the same breath, with which he said, God had Delivered, Says also and shall deliver; now that Christians of more experiences, should have more strength and confidence, is but the natural working of men Soul. av np1 p-acp dt d n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvd, np1 vhd vvn, vvz av cc vmb vvi; av cst np1 pp-f dc n2, vmd vhi dc n1 cc n1, vbz p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f ng1 n1 (57) sermon (DIV3) 1462 Page 705
14512 but being forgot there, I shall add it here.) This I take to have been the Case of Peter, when Christ told his Disciples they should all forsake him; but being forgotten there, I shall add it Here.) This I take to have been the Case of Peter, when christ told his Disciples they should all forsake him; cc-acp vbg vvn a-acp, pns11 vmb vvi pn31 av.) d pns11 vvb pc-acp vhi vbn dt n1 pp-f np1, c-crq np1 vvd po31 n2 pns32 vmd d vvi pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14514 He adventureth into the High-Priests Hall after his Master, and proves not strong enough, to resist the temptation of a Silly Damosel, Charging him to have been one of Christs Disciples. He adventureth into the High priests Hall After his Master, and Proves not strong enough, to resist the temptation of a Silly Damosel, Charging him to have been one of Christ Disciples. pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 n1 p-acp po31 n1, cc vvz xx j av-d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt j n1, vvg pno31 pc-acp vhi vbn crd pp-f npg1 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14515 God often punisheth thus mens leading themselves into Temptation, adventuring upon precipices, when he hath commanded them to abstain from all appearances of Evil, God often Punisheth thus men's leading themselves into Temptation, adventuring upon precipices, when he hath commanded them to abstain from all appearances of Evil, np1 av vvz av ng2 n-vvg px32 p-acp n1, vvg p-acp n2, c-crq pns31 vhz vvn pno32 pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2 pp-f n-jn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14516 and to give no advantage to the Adversary. and to give no advantage to the Adversary. cc p-acp vvb dx n1 p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14517 It is said that God will teach the humble, and that he will give grace to the humble, whiles he resisteth and sets himself in Opposition to the proud. It is said that God will teach the humble, and that he will give grace to the humble, while he Resisteth and sets himself in Opposition to the proud. pn31 vbz vvn cst np1 vmb vvi dt j, cc cst pns31 vmb vvi n1 p-acp dt j, cs pns31 vvz cc vvz px31 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14518 Much more might be said, to justifie the wisdom and reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence in not giving equal degrees of strengthening grace, to those who are his own people. Much more might be said, to justify the Wisdom and reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence in not giving equal Degrees of strengthening grace, to those who Are his own people. av-d av-dc vmd vbi vvn, pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp xx vvg j-jn n2 pp-f vvg n1, p-acp d r-crq vbr po31 d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14519 Before I come to the Application of this discourse, I shall speak to the two other Questions relating to Quickening, and Consolatory grace; because almost the same things will justifie the wisdome of God, in them, Before I come to the Application of this discourse, I shall speak to the two other Questions relating to Quickening, and Consolatory grace; Because almost the same things will justify the Wisdom of God, in them, p-acp pns11 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, pns11 vmb vvi p-acp dt crd j-jn n2 vvg p-acp j-vvg, cc j n1; c-acp av dt d n2 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14520 and the same Application will fit them all. Quest. 3. Whence is it that all have not the like measures of Quickening Grace. and the same Application will fit them all. Quest. 3. Whence is it that all have not the like measures of Quickening Grace. cc dt d n1 vmb vvi pno32 d. n1. crd q-crq vbz pn31 cst d vhb xx dt j n2 pp-f j-vvg n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1463 Page 705
14521 There is a 3 fold Quickening of which you read in holy Scripture. 1. The Quickening of a dead body. That which thou sowest (saith Christ) is not Quickened except it die. There is a 3 fold Quickening of which you read in holy Scripture. 1. The Quickening of a dead body. That which thou sowest (Says christ) is not Quickened except it die. pc-acp vbz dt crd n1 j-vvg pp-f r-crq pn22 vvb p-acp j n1. crd dt j-vvg pp-f dt j n1. d r-crq pns21 vv2 (vvz np1) vbz xx vvn c-acp pn31 vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 705
14522 2. There is the Quickening of Souls dead in trespasses and sins, Eph. 2.1. 2. There is the Quickening of Souls dead in Trespasses and Sins, Ephesians 2.1. crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg pp-f n2 j p-acp n2 cc n2, np1 crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 705
14523 Neither of these is that which I here intend. 3. There is a Quickening, which is but the adding of further life and vigour, to a living Soul. Thus David prays the Lord, Quicken me in thy way; Neither of these is that which I Here intend. 3. There is a Quickening, which is but the adding of further life and vigour, to a living Soul. Thus David prays the Lord, Quicken me in thy Way; av-d pp-f d vbz d r-crq pns11 av vvb. crd pc-acp vbz dt j-vvg, r-crq vbz p-acp dt vvg pp-f jc n1 cc n1, p-acp dt j-vvg n1 av np1 vvz dt n1, vvb pno11 p-acp po21 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 705
14524 that man or woman that is not dead in trespasses and sins, may yet labour under a great dulness and deadness, to the Operations of a Spiritual life; that man or woman that is not dead in Trespasses and Sins, may yet labour under a great dullness and deadness, to the Operations of a Spiritual life; cst n1 cc n1 cst vbz xx j p-acp n2 cc n2, vmb av vvi p-acp dt j n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14525 nor is there any thing more evident than that as to this, there is a great variety amongst Christians, nor is there any thing more evident than that as to this, there is a great variety among Christians, ccx vbz pc-acp d n1 av-dc j cs d c-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14526 yea in the Spirit of the same Christian at different times: yea in the Spirit of the same Christian At different times: uh p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt d njp p-acp j n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14527 the Souls of good people often find another kind of freedome, and livelyness in Spiritual duties, the Souls of good people often find Another kind of freedom, and liveliness in Spiritual duties, dt n2 pp-f j n1 av vvi j-jn n1 pp-f n1, cc n1 p-acp j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14528 than they do at other times: than they do At other times: cs pns32 vdb p-acp j-jn n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14529 now whence this is, is a question not unworthy to be answered, the sweetness of a Christians life very much depending upon it. now whence this is, is a question not unworthy to be answered, the sweetness of a Christians life very much depending upon it. av c-crq d vbz, vbz dt n1 xx j pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt njpg2 n1 av av-d vvg p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1465 Page 706
14530 1. To which I must answer, (as to the other) that this also is often caused from the temperature, or from the distemper of the body, and that more generally than either of the other before mentioned; 1. To which I must answer, (as to the other) that this also is often caused from the temperature, or from the distemper of the body, and that more generally than either of the other before mentioned; crd p-acp r-crq pns11 vmb vvi, (c-acp p-acp dt n-jn) cst d av vbz av vvn p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc d dc av-j cs d pp-f dt j-jn c-acp vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14625 than any settled consolation, and the abidings of the Comforter with them. than any settled consolation, and the abidings of the Comforter with them. cs d j-vvn n1, cc dt n2-vvg pp-f dt n1 p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 711
14531 for though there be nothing more true, than that a Christian of an healthy temper and constitution, may yet complain of this spiritual distemper, and find his heart dead and dull enough to spiritual things; for though there be nothing more true, than that a Christian of an healthy temper and constitution, may yet complain of this spiritual distemper, and find his heart dead and dull enough to spiritual things; c-acp cs pc-acp vbb pix av-dc j, cs cst dt njp pp-f dt j n1 cc n1, vmb av vvi pp-f d j vvi, cc vvi po31 n1 j cc j av-d p-acp j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14532 yet it is rare for a Christian under bodily distemperatures, especially such as affect the head, or any of the vital parts, to find himself as at other times, yet it is rare for a Christian under bodily distemperatures, especially such as affect the head, or any of the vital parts, to find himself as At other times, av pn31 vbz j p-acp dt njp p-acp j n2, av-j d c-acp vvi dt n1, cc d pp-f dt j n2, pc-acp vvi px31 c-acp p-acp j-jn n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14533 as to his duties, especially some duties of communion with God. as to his duties, especially Some duties of communion with God. c-acp p-acp po31 n2, av-j d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14534 There is such a close relation of our souls to our bodies, that their distemperatures do mutually affect each other: There is such a close Relation of our Souls to our bodies, that their distemperatures do mutually affect each other: pc-acp vbz d dt j n1 pp-f po12 n2 p-acp po12 n2, cst po32 n2 vdb av-j vvi d n-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14535 the distemperatures of the mind, either through immoderate fear, or sorrow, do often very much affect the body; and again, the distemperatures of the body, do often very much affect the mind; and this dulness, ineptitude to, the distemperatures of the mind, either through immoderate Fear, or sorrow, do often very much affect the body; and again, the distemperatures of the body, do often very much affect the mind; and this dullness, ineptitude to, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, d p-acp j vvb, cc n1, vdb av av d vvb dt n1; cc av, dt n2 pp-f dt n1, vdb av av d vvb dt n1; cc d n1, n1 p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14536 and heaviness in its Religious performances, is one of the first evils with which the soul is so affected: and heaviness in its Religious performances, is one of the First evils with which the soul is so affected: cc n1 p-acp po31 j n2, vbz pi pp-f dt ord n2-jn p-acp r-crq dt n1 vbz av vvn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14537 and indeed this makes one of the greatest difficulties which the spiritual Physician meeteth with, to make up a true judgment, whether the disorder and distemperature which he meeteth with oft-times in disturbed souls, be originally in the mind, and indeed this makes one of the greatest difficulties which the spiritual physician meeteth with, to make up a true judgement, whither the disorder and distemperature which he meeteth with ofttimes in disturbed Souls, be originally in the mind, cc av d vvz crd pp-f dt js n2 r-crq dt j n1 vvz p-acp, pc-acp vvi a-acp dt j n1, cs dt n1 cc n1 r-crq pns31 vvz p-acp av p-acp j-vvn n2, vbb av-j p-acp dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14538 or only there reflexively by a sympathy with a distempered body, for accordingly applications must differ: or only there reflexively by a Sympathy with a distempered body, for accordingly applications must differ: cc av-j a-acp j p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt vvd n1, p-acp av-vvg n2 vmb vvi: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14539 and where this dulness, and heaviness is an effect of a bodily disease, it very often removeth with the cure of that. and where this dullness, and heaviness is an Effect of a bodily disease, it very often Removeth with the cure of that. cc c-crq d n1, cc n1 vbz dt vvb pp-f dt j n1, pn31 av av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f d. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1466 Page 706
14540 2. But it is not so always. 2. But it is not so always. crd p-acp pn31 vbz xx av av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 706
14541 The guilt of sin, hath also a great causation here: For it is neither reasonable to imagine, The guilt of since, hath also a great causation Here: For it is neither reasonable to imagine, dt n1 pp-f n1, vhz av dt j n1 av: p-acp pn31 vbz dx j pc-acp vvi, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 706
14542 nor indeed possible to be, that a soul burdened in its Conscience with the load and guilt of sin, should run the ways of Gods Commandments, as chearfully, nor indeed possible to be, that a soul burdened in its Conscience with the load and guilt of since, should run the ways of God's commandments, as cheerfully, ccx av j pc-acp vbi, cst dt n1 vvn p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, vmd vvi dt n2 pp-f npg1 n2, c-acp av-j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 706
14543 and as fast as that soul, who through grace hath been inabled to cast this burthen upon the Lord Jesus Christ, and as fast as that soul, who through grace hath been enabled to cast this burden upon the Lord jesus christ, cc c-acp av-j c-acp d n1, r-crq p-acp n1 vhz vbn vvn pc-acp vvi d n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 706
14544 and comfortably, at least, to hope, that its iniquities are forgiven, and its sins covered; and comfortably, At least, to hope, that its iniquities Are forgiven, and its Sins covered; cc av-j, p-acp ds, pc-acp vvi, cst po31 n2 vbr vvn, cc po31 n2 vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14545 much less, as that soul who walketh in the more clear Vision of God, and under the full assurance of the pardon of its sins, and its acceptation with God. much less, as that soul who walks in the more clear Vision of God, and under the full assurance of the pardon of its Sins, and its acceptation with God. av-d av-dc, c-acp cst n1 r-crq vvz p-acp dt av-dc j n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14546 A soul continually pull'd back by Conscience, and told, that it is a guilty person whom God accepteth not, cannot possibly make such haste without delayings, as another soul to keep Gods Commandments. A soul continually pulled back by Conscience, and told, that it is a guilty person whom God Accepteth not, cannot possibly make such haste without delayings, as Another soul to keep God's commandments. dt n1 av-j vvn av p-acp n1, cc vvd, cst pn31 vbz dt j n1 r-crq np1 vvz xx, vmbx av-j vvi d n1 p-acp n2-vvg, p-acp j-jn n1 pc-acp vvi npg1 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14547 The guilty soul therefore, is but an heavy moving Soul in Spiritual performances. The guilty soul Therefore, is but an heavy moving Soul in Spiritual performances. dt j n1 av, vbz p-acp dt j j-vvg n1 p-acp j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14548 Nay, thirdly, The tempted, the deserted Soul, though its temptations, or desertions, be not the punishment of Sin, Nay, Thirdly, The tempted, the deserted Soul, though its temptations, or desertions, be not the punishment of since, uh-x, ord, dt vvn, dt vvn n1, c-acp po31 n2, cc n2, vbb xx dt n1 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14549 but only probatory of grace, cannot be so free, and lively, as another Soul: and if it be but a just and reasonable motion of Providence, to let Satan sometimes stand at a Christians right hand, and be continually buffeting it for a season, but only probatory of grace, cannot be so free, and lively, as Another Soul: and if it be but a just and reasonable motion of Providence, to let Satan sometime stand At a Christians right hand, and be continually buffeting it for a season, cc-acp av-j n1 pp-f n1, vmbx vbi av j, cc j, p-acp j-jn n1: cc cs pn31 vbb p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f n1, pc-acp vvi np1 av vvb p-acp dt njpg2 vvi n1, cc vbb av-j vvg pn31 p-acp dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14550 and to withdraw from some Soul, the influences of strengthning, and consolatory grace; It cannot be unreasonable to leave it under some Spiritual deadness and dulness, which are but the proper consequents, and effects of the other: and to withdraw from Some Soul, the influences of strengthening, and consolatory grace; It cannot be unreasonable to leave it under Some Spiritual deadness and dullness, which Are but the proper consequents, and effects of the other: cc pc-acp vvi p-acp d n1, dt n2 pp-f vvg, cc j n1; pn31 vmbx vbi j pc-acp vvi pn31 p-acp d j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr p-acp dt j n2-j, cc n2 pp-f dt n-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14551 how can any one imagine that a Soul continually moved to some sinful actions, and possibly so violently moved, how can any one imagine that a Soul continually moved to Some sinful actions, and possibly so violently moved, c-crq vmb d crd vvi cst dt n1 av-j vvn p-acp d j n2, cc av-j av av-j vvn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14552 as the Soul knoweth not how to deny the motion, should find as much freedom, and chearfulness in the service of God, as a Soul under no such incumbrance; as the Soul Knoweth not how to deny the motion, should find as much freedom, and cheerfulness in the service of God, as a Soul under no such encumbrance; c-acp dt n1 vvz xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n1, vmd vvi p-acp d n1, cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, c-acp dt n1 p-acp dx d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14553 or that a Soul, under doubts, and fears, and jealousies of Gods favour to it, or that a Soul, under doubts, and fears, and jealousies of God's favour to it, cc cst dt n1, p-acp n2, cc n2, cc n2 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp pn31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14554 and its acceptance with God, should at the same time enjoy the like freedom in the service of God, and its acceptance with God, should At the same time enjoy the like freedom in the service of God, cc po31 n1 p-acp np1, vmd p-acp dt d n1 vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14555 and unto Spiritual duty, as that Soul which walketh (as at Noon-day) in the full, and unto Spiritual duty, as that Soul which walks (as At Noonday) in the full, cc p-acp j n1, c-acp cst n1 r-crq vvz (c-acp p-acp n1) p-acp dt j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14556 and brightest light of Gods countenance, and under the fullest confirmations of the love of God unto it. and Brightest Light of God's countenance, and under the Fullest confirmations of the love of God unto it. cc js n1 pp-f npg1 n1, cc p-acp dt js n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1467 Page 707
14557 4. Fourthly, The freedom, and liveliness of a Soul, to, and in Spiritual duty, doth also much depend upon its freedom, from entanglements, and businesses of an Heterogeneous Nature. 1. The Soul of a man hath not an infiniteness in its powers; 4. Fourthly, The freedom, and liveliness of a Soul, to, and in Spiritual duty, does also much depend upon its freedom, from entanglements, and businesses of an Heterogeneous Nature. 1. The Soul of a man hath not an infiniteness in its Powers; crd ord, dt n1, cc n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp, cc p-acp j n1, vdz av av-d vvi p-acp po31 n1, p-acp n2, cc n2 pp-f dt j n1. crd dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vhz xx dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 707
14558 if they be eagerly working, and busily exercised this way, they cannot be as eagerly, and busily exercised another way, which is quite of another nature. if they be eagerly working, and busily exercised this Way, they cannot be as eagerly, and busily exercised Another Way, which is quite of Another nature. cs pns32 vbb av-j vvg, cc av-j vvn d n1, pns32 vmbx vbi a-acp av-j, cc av-j vvn j-jn n1, r-crq vbz av pp-f j-jn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 707
14559 Christ hath told us, that no man can serve two Masters. No man can serve God and Mammon, That is, eagerly, and intensly serve both; christ hath told us, that no man can serve two Masters. No man can serve God and Mammon, That is, eagerly, and intensely serve both; np1 vhz vvn pno12, cst dx n1 vmb vvi crd n2. dx n1 vmb vvi np1 cc np1, cst vbz, av-j, cc av-j vvi d; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 707
14560 he will serve the one, and neglect, or despise the other: he will serve the one, and neglect, or despise the other: pns31 vmb vvi dt pi, cc n1, cc vvi dt n-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 707
14561 you never knew one deeply ingaged, and intangled in worldly concerns, freely, lively, and active in the service of God; you never knew one deeply engaged, and entangled in worldly concerns, freely, lively, and active in the service of God; pn22 av-x vvd pi av-jn vvn, cc vvn p-acp j vvz, av-j, j, cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 707
14562 businesses, and cares of the World are like thick clay, which clog the Chariot-Wheels of the Soul and keep it from moving nimbly. businesses, and Cares of the World Are like thick clay, which clog the Chariot wheels of the Soul and keep it from moving nimbly. n2, cc n2 pp-f dt n1 vbr av-j j n1, r-crq n1 dt n2 pp-f dt n1 cc vvi pn31 p-acp vvg av-j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14563 The Soul then acteth most lively and freely, when it is most sequestred from the World, and the concerns of it. The Soul then Acts most lively and freely, when it is most sequestered from the World, and the concerns of it. dt n1 av vvz ds j cc av-j, c-crq pn31 vbz av-ds vvn p-acp dt n1, cc dt vvz pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14564 Souls in separation serve God with the greatest freedom, alacrity, and chearfulness, as well because in that state they are freed from the cares, Souls in separation serve God with the greatest freedom, alacrity, and cheerfulness, as well Because in that state they Are freed from the Cares, np1 p-acp n1 vvb np1 p-acp dt js n1, n1, cc n1, c-acp av c-acp p-acp d n1 pns32 vbr vvn p-acp dt n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14565 and businesses of the World, as from the impediment of the Body, by whose Organs they act, and businesses of the World, as from the impediment of the Body, by whose Organs they act, cc n2 pp-f dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, p-acp rg-crq n2 pns32 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14566 while they continue in a state of conjunction with it. while they continue in a state of conjunction with it. cs pns32 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14568 and liveliness, in the service of God; now God giving these influences of grace also in the way, and use of means, and liveliness, in the service of God; now God giving these influences of grace also in the Way, and use of means, cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; av np1 vvg d n2 pp-f n1 av p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14569 and dispensing his grace according to the circumstances of the Soul receiving it (I mean his dispensations of further grace, and dispensing his grace according to the Circumstances of the Soul receiving it (I mean his dispensations of further grace, cc vvg po31 n1 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 vvg pn31 (pns11 vvb po31 n2 pp-f jc n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14570 and manifestations of himself unto the Souls of those who are his own People) while there are in the World, Souls under such different circumstances, and manifestations of himself unto the Souls of those who Are his own People) while there Are in the World, Souls under such different Circumstances, cc n2 pp-f px31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f d r-crq vbr po31 d n1) cs pc-acp vbr p-acp dt n1, n2 p-acp d j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14571 as according to an order of Nature and reason, they cannot be so free, and lively as others in their Spiritual operations; as according to an order of Nature and reason, they cannot be so free, and lively as Others in their Spiritual operations; c-acp vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, pns32 vmbx vbi av j, cc j c-acp n2-jn p-acp po32 j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14572 Gods inequal distribution of these dispensations, must needs appear exceeding just and reasonable: and thus much may serve to have spoken as to these. God's inequal distribution of these dispensations, must needs appear exceeding just and reasonable: and thus much may serve to have spoken as to these. n2 j n1 pp-f d n2, vmb av vvi vvg av cc j: cc av d vmb vvi pc-acp vhi vvn a-acp p-acp d. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14573 I proceed to a Fourth Question. 4. Quest. I proceed to a Fourth Question. 4. Quest. pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord vvb. crd n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1468 Page 708
14574 Whence is the variety of Gods dispensations of consolatory grace? Consolatory grace is that dispensation of Grace, by which the Souls of such as fear God, are filled with joy, and peace: Whence is the variety of God's dispensations of consolatory grace? Consolatory grace is that Dispensation of Grace, by which the Souls of such as Fear God, Are filled with joy, and peace: q-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2 pp-f j n1? j n1 vbz cst n1 pp-f n1, p-acp r-crq dt n2 pp-f d c-acp n1 np1, vbr vvn p-acp vvb, cc n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14575 The Psalmist telleth us, That light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart: The Psalmist Telleth us, That Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart: dt n1 vvz pno12, cst n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt j, cc n1 p-acp dt j p-acp n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14576 Every child of God hath a right to a joy and peace, for joy and peace in the heart, Every child of God hath a right to a joy and peace, for joy and peace in the heart, d n1 pp-f np1 vhz dt j-jn p-acp dt vvb cc n1, p-acp n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14577 and conscience, is but the Copy of a peace with God. and conscience, is but the Copy of a peace with God. cc n1, vbz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14578 Now every Child of God, hath peace with God. For that is the immediate product of justification, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. Now every Child of God, hath peace with God. For that is the immediate product of justification, Rom. 5.1. Being justified by Faith, we have peace with God. av d n1 pp-f np1, vhz n1 p-acp np1. p-acp d vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1, np1 crd. vbg vvn p-acp n1, pns12 vhb n1 p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14579 But a jus ad rem, a right to peace, is one thing, that every Believer hath; But a jus ad remembering, a right to peace, is one thing, that every Believer hath; p-acp dt fw-la fw-la vvg, dt n-jn p-acp n1, vbz crd n1, cst d n1 vhz; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14580 a jus in re, or an actual possession of this joy, and peace is another thing. a jus in re, or an actual possession of this joy, and peace is Another thing. dt fw-la p-acp fw-it, cc dt j n1 pp-f d n1, cc n1 vbz j-jn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14581 The light that is sown for them, doth not always shine; The Light that is sown for them, does not always shine; dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp pno32, vdz xx av vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14582 the peace that is for them in the Fountain, is not always in their Souls as a River, making glad their hearts. the peace that is for them in the Fountain, is not always in their Souls as a River, making glad their hearts. dt n1 cst vbz p-acp pno32 p-acp dt n1, vbz xx av p-acp po32 n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg av-j po32 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14583 Christ hath left them Peace as a Legacy, John 14.27. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you; christ hath left them Peace as a Legacy, John 14.27. Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you; np1 vhz vvn pno32 n1 p-acp dt n1, np1 crd. n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22, po11 n1 pns11 vvb p-acp pn22; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 708
14584 but as Legacies, are ordinarily left to be paid at different times, and oft-times upon certain conditions, which not being performed, the payment of the Legacy is withheld, or deferred: but as Legacies, Are ordinarily left to be paid At different times, and ofttimes upon certain conditions, which not being performed, the payment of the Legacy is withheld, or deferred: p-acp p-acp n2, vbr av-j vvn pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n2, cc av p-acp j n2, r-crq xx vbg vvn, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn, cc vvn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 709
14585 So it is as to this Legacy. So it is as to this Legacy. av pn31 vbz a-acp p-acp d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1469 Page 709
14586 There is nothing more certain, than that consolations of the Soul, are the influences of the Spirit of God, There is nothing more certain, than that consolations of the Soul, Are the influences of the Spirit of God, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j, cs d n2 pp-f dt n1, vbr dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14587 for he is upon this account called the Comforter; and they are the effluxes of special grace, for there is no peace to the wicked (saith my God;) it is but an ignis fatuus, or a false fire, which sometimes flasheth in the face of an Hypocrite. for he is upon this account called the Comforter; and they Are the Effluxes of special grace, for there is no peace to the wicked (Says my God;) it is but an ignis fatuus, or a false fire, which sometime flasheth in the face of an Hypocrite. c-acp pns31 vbz p-acp d n1 vvd dt n1; cc pns32 vbr dt n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 p-acp dt j (vvz po11 np1;) pn31 vbz p-acp dt fw-la fw-la, cc dt j n1, r-crq av vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14588 For all peace of Conscience, being (as I said before) but a Transcript in our Consciences of the peace our Souls have ratified with God, and confirmed in the Heavens; For all peace of Conscience, being (as I said before) but a Transcript in our Consciences of the peace our Souls have ratified with God, and confirmed in the Heavens; p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vbg (c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp) p-acp dt n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f dt n1 po12 n2 vhb vvn p-acp np1, cc vvn p-acp dt n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14589 a Soul whose iniquities are not forgiven, is not subjectum capax, a subject capable of this inward joy and peace, which is consequent to believing, a Soul whose iniquities Are not forgiven, is not Subjectum capax, a Subject capable of this inward joy and peace, which is consequent to believing, dt n1 rg-crq n2 vbr xx vvn, vbz xx fw-la fw-la, dt n-jn j pp-f d j n1 cc n1, r-crq vbz j p-acp vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14590 and although not inseparable from it, yet never but subsequent to it. and although not inseparable from it, yet never but subsequent to it. cc cs xx j p-acp pn31, av av-x p-acp j p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14591 It is our unhappiness to live in times, when all the influxes of special grace are denied by some; It is our unhappiness to live in times, when all the Influxes of special grace Are denied by Some; pn31 vbz po12 n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n2, c-crq d dt n2 pp-f j n1 vbr vvn p-acp d; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14592 so that it is no wonder, if some make a mock of these Divine consolations, and will allow no other Operations, to relieve sad, so that it is no wonder, if Some make a mock of these Divine consolations, and will allow no other Operations, to relieve sad, av cst pn31 vbz dx n1, cs d vvb dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, cc vmb vvi dx j-jn n2, pc-acp vvi j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14593 and comfortless Souls, than conclusions from Reason, either working upon Natural, or revealed Principles; taking no notice of the Spirit of Gods influence, 1. Either to inable the Soul, to make such Applications, and conclusions from true Premises; and comfortless Souls, than conclusions from Reason, either working upon Natural, or revealed Principles; taking no notice of the Spirit of God's influence, 1. Either to inable the Soul, to make such Applications, and conclusions from true Premises; cc j n2, cs n2 p-acp n1, d vvg p-acp j, cc vvn n2; vvg dx n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f npg1 n1, crd av-d p-acp j dt n1, pc-acp vvi d n2, cc n2 p-acp j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14594 Or 2. Further to elevate, and raise up the Soul, beyond the force of these Principles. Or 2. Further to elevate, and raise up the Soul, beyond the force of these Principles. cc crd av-jc p-acp vvb, cc vvi a-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14595 But be their Sentiments what they will, and their Discourses sutable to their Principles as they will; But be their Sentiments what they will, and their Discourses suitable to their Principles as they will; p-acp vbi po32 n2 r-crq pns32 vmb, cc po32 n2 j p-acp po32 n2 c-acp pns32 vmb; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14596 we know that the Holy Spirit, is not for nothing: called a Comforter. That we Read of the Consolations of God, Job 15.11. we know that the Holy Spirit, is not for nothing: called a Comforter. That we Read of the Consolations of God, Job 15.11. pns12 vvb cst dt j n1, vbz xx p-acp pix: vvd dt n1. cst pns12 vvb pp-f dt n2 pp-f np1, np1 crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14597 And that God is called, The God of Consolation, and he that hath given us everlasting Consolation: And that God is called, The God of Consolation, and he that hath given us everlasting Consolation: cc cst np1 vbz vvn, dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pns31 cst vhz vvn pno12 j n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14598 That, in the midst of Davids perplexing thoughts, they were Gods comforts, which refreshed his Soul, Psalm 94. v. 19. That it is God, who comforteth those that are cast down, 2 Cor. 7.6. And who comforteth us in all tribulation, 2 Cor. 1.4. That, in the midst of Davids perplexing thoughts, they were God's comforts, which refreshed his Soul, Psalm 94. v. 19. That it is God, who comforts those that Are cast down, 2 Cor. 7.6. And who comforts us in all tribulation, 2 Cor. 1.4. cst, p-acp dt n1 pp-f npg1 vvg n2, pns32 vbdr npg1 n2, r-crq vvd po31 n1, np1 crd n1 crd cst pn31 vbz np1, r-crq vvz d cst vbr vvn a-acp, crd np1 crd. cc r-crq vvz pno12 p-acp d n1, crd np1 crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1470 Page 709
14599 But it is as certain, that the consolations of all Souls, even those who are true Believers, are not equal; But it is as certain, that the consolations of all Souls, even those who Are true Believers, Are not equal; p-acp pn31 vbz a-acp j, cst dt n2 pp-f d n2, av d r-crq vbr j n2, vbr xx j-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 709
14600 nay, the same believing Souls are not always under the same consolatory influences of Divine grace. David himself crieth out, nay, the same believing Souls Are not always under the same consolatory influences of Divine grace. David himself cries out, uh-x, dt d vvg n2 vbr xx av p-acp dt d j n2 pp-f j-jn n1. np1 px31 vvz av, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 709
14601 why art thou cast down, O my Soul? Why art thou so disquieted within me? the instances of Job, Heman, Asaph, David, stands upon a Scriptural Record; why art thou cast down, Oh my Soul? Why art thou so disquieted within me? the instances of Job, Heman, Asaph, David, Stands upon a Scriptural Record; q-crq vb2r pns21 vvn a-acp, uh po11 n1? q-crq vb2r pns21 av vvn p-acp pno11? dt n2 pp-f np1, np1, np1, np1, vvz p-acp dt j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 710
14602 but if we had not them, the experiences which we have every day of believing Souls (if we can make any Judgment of Believers) do sufficiently evince this to our Souls: but if we had not them, the experiences which we have every day of believing Souls (if we can make any Judgement of Believers) do sufficiently evince this to our Souls: cc-acp cs pns12 vhd xx pno32, dt n2 r-crq pns12 vhb d n1 pp-f vvg n2 (cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1 pp-f n2) vdb av-j vvi d p-acp po12 n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 710
14603 my business is to inquire the Justice, and the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence in the inequality of this distribution. my business is to inquire the justice, and the reasonableness of the motions of Divine Providence in the inequality of this distribution. po11 n1 vbz pc-acp vvi dt n1, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 710
14604 This will easily appear to you upon three hypotheses, which I take to be all very true. This will Easily appear to you upon three hypotheses, which I take to be all very true. d vmb av-j vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp crd n2, r-crq pns11 vvb pc-acp vbi d av j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1471 Page 710
14923 5. That dissent from our selves in some matters, opinions, that are not fundamental. 5. That dissent from our selves in Some matters, opinions, that Are not fundamental. crd cst vvb p-acp po12 n2 p-acp d n2, n2, cst vbr xx j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14605 1. That God doth ordinarily dispense out these influences of grace, to souls which by his Providence he hath prepared for them. 1. That God does ordinarily dispense out these influences of grace, to Souls which by his Providence he hath prepared for them. crd cst np1 vdz av-j vvi av d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp n2 r-crq p-acp po31 n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14606 This which I call Gods Providential preparation of souls, for the reception of these influences, I conceive lies chiefly in Two things; This which I call God's Providential preparation of Souls, for the reception of these influences, I conceive lies chiefly in Two things; d r-crq pns11 vvb n2 j n1 pp-f n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pns11 vvb n2 av-jn p-acp crd n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14607 1. The freedom of it from those bodily incumbrances, which in a natural working make the soul sad, heavy and dejected: 1. The freedom of it from those bodily encumbrances, which in a natural working make the soul sad, heavy and dejected: crd dt n1 pp-f pn31 p-acp d j n2, r-crq p-acp dt j n-vvg vvi dt n1 j, j cc j-vvn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14608 such distempers we know there are, as in a natural working sadden the spirit, and fill it full of fear, sorrow, dejection, such distempers we know there Are, as in a natural working sadden the Spirit, and fill it full of Fear, sorrow, dejection, d n2 pns12 vvb pc-acp vbr, c-acp p-acp dt j j-vvg j dt n1, cc vvb pn31 j pp-f n1, n1, n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14609 and despondency, which are all contrary to the comforts and serenity of a soul; and despondency, which Are all contrary to the comforts and serenity of a soul; cc n1, r-crq vbr d j-jn p-acp dt n2 cc n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14610 and, as I have once and again told you, it must be a miraculous operation, contrary to the bias, tendency and natural operations of a man, and, as I have once and again told you, it must be a miraculous operation, contrary to the bias, tendency and natural operations of a man, cc, c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp cc av vvd pn22, pn31 vmb vbi dt j n1, j-jn p-acp dt n1, n1 cc j n2 pp-f dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14611 for a soul to be filled with consolations, while it is influenced with a body lying under these disadvantages: for a soul to be filled with consolations, while it is influenced with a body lying under these disadvantages: p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n2, cs pn31 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 vvg p-acp d n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14612 God therefore, when he intendeth any of these consolatory influences, doth ordinarily prepare the soul for it, by delivering it from those influences of an ill affected body, which dispose it quite another way. God Therefore, when he intends any of these consolatory influences, does ordinarily prepare the soul for it, by delivering it from those influences of an ill affected body, which dispose it quite Another Way. np1 av, c-crq pns31 vvz d pp-f d j n2, vdz av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp pn31, p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp d n2 pp-f dt j-jn j-vvn n1, r-crq vvb pn31 av j-jn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1472 Page 710
14613 2. A second way, by which God prepareth the soul for it, is by filling it with knowledg proportionable to it; 2. A second Way, by which God Prepareth the soul for it, is by filling it with knowledge proportionable to it; crd dt ord n1, p-acp r-crq np1 vvz dt n1 p-acp pn31, vbz p-acp vvg pn31 p-acp n1 j p-acp pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14614 for the comforts of a gracious soul are not irrational and unaccountable things, but the results of Scriptural conclusions, which the soul is by the Comforter inabled to make. for the comforts of a gracious soul Are not irrational and unaccountable things, but the results of Scriptural conclusions, which the soul is by the Comforter enabled to make. p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt j n1 vbr xx j cc j n2, cc-acp dt vvz pp-f j n2, r-crq dt n1 vbz p-acp dt n1 vvn pc-acp vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14615 God hath in his Word sown the seed of light and joy for them; God hath in his Word sown the seed of Light and joy for them; np1 vhz p-acp po31 n1 vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14616 the Ministers of the Gospel (who are the Interpreters of Scripture) have an Office and Ministery in the Interpretation of this Word, the Ministers of the Gospel (who Are the Interpreters of Scripture) have an Office and Ministry in the Interpretation of this Word, dt n2 pp-f dt n1 (r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f n1) vhb dt n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14617 and working the souls of Gods people to understand the sense of them. and working the Souls of God's people to understand the sense of them. cc vvg dt n2 pp-f npg1 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14618 The soul it self hath an action in it using its reason and natural powers to conclude from the Scripture. The soul it self hath an actium in it using its reason and natural Powers to conclude from the Scripture. dt n1 pn31 n1 vhz dt n1 p-acp pn31 vvg po31 n1 cc j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14619 The Holy Spirit giveth unto the soul to see the things which are freely given it of God, 1 Cor. 2. and further possibly, setteth to its Seal, The Holy Spirit gives unto the soul to see the things which Are freely given it of God, 1 Cor. 2. and further possibly, sets to its Seal, dt j n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 r-crq vbr av-j vvn pn31 pp-f np1, vvn np1 crd cc av-jc av-j, vvz p-acp po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14620 and giveth it a further and more undoubted confirmation; and gives it a further and more undoubted confirmation; cc vvz pn31 dt av-jc cc av-dc j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14621 so as in an ordinary working, the comforted soul must be a knowing and understanding soul: so as in an ordinary working, the comforted soul must be a knowing and understanding soul: av c-acp p-acp dt j n-vvg, dt vvn n1 vmb vbi dt vvg cc vvg n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 710
14622 It is true, we sometimes find some honest souls full of joy and peace, whose knowledg doth not appear proportionable; It is true, we sometime find Some honest Souls full of joy and peace, whose knowledge does not appear proportionable; pn31 vbz j, pns12 av vvi d j n2 j pp-f n1 cc n1, rg-crq n1 vdz xx vvi j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 711
14623 God so relieving some particular souls, after their lying under the discouragements of the spirit of bondage: God so relieving Some particular Souls, After their lying under the discouragements of the Spirit of bondage: np1 av vvg d j n2, p-acp po32 vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 711
14624 But commonly such comforts are not of long continuance, rather present reliefs to the soul from an extraordinary working of the blessed Comforter, But commonly such comforts Are not of long Continuance, rather present reliefs to the soul from an extraordinary working of the blessed Comforter, cc-acp av-j d n2 vbr xx pp-f j n1, av-c j n2 p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n-vvg pp-f dt j-vvn n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 711
14626 Seldom any but knowing and judicious Christians, have a settled and continued joy and peace upon their believing. Seldom any but knowing and judicious Christians, have a settled and continued joy and peace upon their believing. av d p-acp vvg cc j np1, vhb dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1 cc n1 p-acp po32 vvg. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1473 Page 711
14627 2. Secondly, That God doth ordinarily give out these dispensations more or less, or nothing of them; 2. Secondly, That God does ordinarily give out these dispensations more or less, or nothing of them; crd ord, cst np1 vdz av-j vvi av d n2 dc cc av-dc, cc pix pp-f pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14628 though, not according to the merits of those souls that have them, yet according to their behaviour, and misbehaviour towards him: That famous promise, John 14.21. though, not according to the merits of those Souls that have them, yet according to their behaviour, and misbehaviour towards him: That famous promise, John 14.21. cs, xx vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 cst vhb pno32, av vvg p-acp po32 n1, cc n1 p-acp pno31: cst j n1, np1 crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14629 We will manifest our selves unto him, is made to those that love Christ, and who keep his Commandments: And when Judas asks him, Lord! How is it that thou wilt manifest thy self to us, and not unto the world; We will manifest our selves unto him, is made to those that love christ, and who keep his commandments: And when Judas asks him, Lord! How is it that thou wilt manifest thy self to us, and not unto the world; pns12 vmb vvi po12 n2 p-acp pno31, vbz vvn p-acp d cst n1 np1, cc r-crq vvb po31 n2: cc c-crq np1 vvz pno31, n1! q-crq vbz pn31 cst pns21 vm2 vvi po21 n1 p-acp pno12, cc xx p-acp dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14630 Christ, answereth him, saying, ver. 23. If any man love me and keepeth my sayings, my Father will love him, christ, Answers him, saying, ver. 23. If any man love me and Keepeth my sayings, my Father will love him, np1, vvz pno31, vvg, fw-la. crd cs d n1 vvb pno11 cc vvz po11 n2-vvg, po11 n1 vmb vvi pno31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14631 and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him: and we will come unto him, and make our Abided with him: cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp pno31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14632 He that loveth me not, keepeth not my sayings, as much as to say, The reason why I manifest my self more to you, is because you love me, He that loves me not, Keepeth not my sayings, as much as to say, The reason why I manifest my self more to you, is Because you love me, pns31 cst vvz pno11 xx, vvz xx po11 n2-vvg, p-acp d c-acp pc-acp vvi, dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvi po11 n1 av-dc p-acp pn22, vbz c-acp pn22 vvb pno11, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14633 and demonstrate that love to me, by keeping my Commandments: For the world they love me not, and proclaim that they love me not, by their disobedience to my Commandments; and demonstrate that love to me, by keeping my commandments: For the world they love me not, and proclaim that they love me not, by their disobedience to my commandments; cc vvi d n1 p-acp pno11, p-acp vvg po11 n2: p-acp dt n1 pns32 vvb pno11 xx, cc vvb cst pns32 vvb pno11 xx, p-acp po32 n1 p-acp po11 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14634 and therefore it is, that I do not manifest my self to the world, as I do unto you. and Therefore it is, that I do not manifest my self to the world, as I do unto you. cc av pn31 vbz, cst pns11 vdb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp dt n1, c-acp pns11 vdb p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14635 In the receiving of the first grace, man is meerly passive, and the subject of preventing and operating grace; In the receiving of the First grace, man is merely passive, and the Subject of preventing and operating grace; p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, n1 vbz av-j j, cc dt n-jn pp-f vvg cc vvg n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14636 but as to the receptions of further grace, the child of God is active, and the subject of cooperative, adjuvant, and assisting grace, and God gives out his assistances according to their motions. but as to the receptions of further grace, the child of God is active, and the Subject of cooperative, adjuvant, and assisting grace, and God gives out his assistances according to their motions. cc-acp c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f jc n1, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j, cc dt n-jn pp-f j-jn, n1, cc vvg n1, cc np1 vvz av po31 n2 vvg p-acp po32 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1474 Page 711
14637 3. Lastly, The reasonableness of this different dispensation may appear in this: 3. Lastly, The reasonableness of this different Dispensation may appear in this: crd ord, dt n1 pp-f d j n1 vmb vvi p-acp d: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 711
14638 That in the dispensations of this grace, God acteth often by Prerogative, shewing mercy where he will shew mercy. That in the dispensations of this grace, God Acts often by Prerogative, showing mercy where he will show mercy. cst p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n1, np1 vvz av p-acp n1, vvg n1 c-crq pns31 vmb vvi n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 711
14639 Indeed he doth so as to the first grace, as I have before at large shewed you: Indeed he does so as to the First grace, as I have before At large showed you: av pns31 vdz av p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pns11 vhb p-acp p-acp j vvd pn22: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 711
14640 But now he doth not so as to these influences of grace, which are necessary to the upholding of the mystical union between Christ and the Soul, But now he does not so as to these influences of grace, which Are necessary to the upholding of the mystical Union between christ and the Soul, cc-acp av pns31 vdz xx av c-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp np1 cc dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 711
14641 and the upholding of a Christians spiritual life; and the upholding of a Christians spiritual life; cc dt vvg pp-f dt njpg2 j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 711
14642 if he did, it were possible that a child of God might fall away from his state of grace, if he did, it were possible that a child of God might fallen away from his state of grace, cs pns31 vdd, pn31 vbdr j cst dt n1 pp-f np1 vmd vvi av p-acp po31 n1 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14643 and there might be an intercision of the state of Justification: and there might be an intercision of the state of Justification: cc a-acp vmd vbi dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14644 But Christ hath told us, That if any man drink of the water which he shall give him, he shall never thirst, But christ hath told us, That if any man drink of the water which he shall give him, he shall never thirst, cc-acp np1 vhz vvn pno12, cst cs d n1 n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq pns31 vmb vvi pno31, pns31 vmb av-x vvi, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14678 so is it true as to those that are born of God, born of the spirit, they all grow, so is it true as to those that Are born of God, born of the Spirit, they all grow, av vbz pn31 j c-acp p-acp d cst vbr vvn pp-f np1, vvn pp-f dt n1, pns32 d vvb, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14645 but it shall be in him a well-spring of living water, springing up in his soul to eternal life, &c. so that in the dispensation of that, God acteth upon a Covenant, and as a debtor to his promise. If any one saith, God hath also promised to manifest himself unto his people: but it shall be in him a wellspring of living water, springing up in his soul to Eternal life, etc. so that in the Dispensation of that, God Acts upon a Covenant, and as a debtor to his promise. If any one Says, God hath also promised to manifest himself unto his people: cc-acp pn31 vmb vbi p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f j-vvg n1, vvg a-acp p-acp po31 n1 p-acp j n1, av av cst p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, np1 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 n1. cs d pi vvz, np1 vhz av vvn pc-acp vvi px31 p-acp po31 n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14646 I answer, those promises are made to those that love him and keep his Commandments; I answer, those promises Are made to those that love him and keep his commandments; pns11 vvb, d n2 vbr vvn p-acp d cst vvb pno31 cc vvi po31 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14647 but for the upholding of the spiritual life, he hath made a Covenant with his people, as that he will never depart from them to do them good; but for the upholding of the spiritual life, he hath made a Covenant with his people, as that he will never depart from them to do them good; p-acp p-acp dt vvg pp-f dt j n1, pns31 vhz vvn dt n1 p-acp po31 n1, p-acp cst pns31 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno32 pc-acp vdi pno32 j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14648 so that he will put his fear into their hearts, that they shall never depart from him: so that he will put his Fear into their hearts, that they shall never depart from him: av d pns31 vmb vvi po31 n1 p-acp po32 n2, cst pns32 vmb av-x vvi p-acp pno31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14649 which promise, although it be not to be extended to a being kept from all sin, which promise, although it be not to be extended to a being kept from all since, r-crq n1, cs pn31 vbb xx pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt vbg vvn p-acp d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14650 yet it is to be extended to the preservation of souls from such degrees of sinning, yet it is to be extended to the preservation of Souls from such Degrees of sinning, av pn31 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14651 as shall extend to the alteration of the state of the soul, and the extinguishing the spiritual life, and killing the seed of God in the soul. as shall extend to the alteration of the state of the soul, and the extinguishing the spiritual life, and killing the seed of God in the soul. c-acp vmb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc dt vvg dt j n1, cc vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14652 But for those manifestations of grace, which are not necessary to a souls Salvation, and the upholding of spiritual life; But for those manifestations of grace, which Are not necessary to a Souls Salvation, and the upholding of spiritual life; p-acp p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr xx j p-acp dt n2 n1, cc dt vvg pp-f j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14653 in it God acteth more freely according to the counsel of his own Will, derected by his own infinite Wisdom. in it God Acts more freely according to the counsel of his own Will, directed by his own infinite Wisdom. p-acp pn31 np1 vvz av-dc av-j vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 d n1, vvn p-acp po31 d j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14654 Now upon these Hypotheses, supposing that all Christians are not of equal degrees of knowledg, nor are equal as to their bodily circumstances; Now upon these Hypotheses, supposing that all Christians Are not of equal Degrees of knowledge, nor Are equal as to their bodily Circumstances; av p-acp d n2, vvg cst d np1 vbr xx pp-f j-jn n2 pp-f n1, ccx vbr j-jn c-acp p-acp po32 j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14655 that every soul that belongeth to God, doth not walk up to an equal degree of duty; that every soul that belongeth to God, does not walk up to an equal degree of duty; cst d n1 cst vvz p-acp np1, vdz xx vvi a-acp p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14656 but some may be, and are guilty, of more, and more eminent failings than others: but Some may be, and Are guilty, of more, and more eminent failings than Others: cc-acp d vmb vbi, cc vbr j, pp-f dc, cc av-dc j n2-vvg av ng2-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14657 Or that God may be by his infinite Wisdom directed, to try one soul more than another, to prove their patience, Or that God may be by his infinite Wisdom directed, to try one soul more than Another, to prove their patience, cc cst np1 vmb vbi p-acp po31 j n1 vvn, p-acp vvb crd n1 av-dc cs j-jn, pc-acp vvi po32 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14658 or their faith, which is most tryed; when his people have least sensible consolations; or their faith, which is most tried; when his people have least sensible consolations; cc po32 n1, r-crq vbz av-ds vvn; c-crq po31 n1 vhb ds j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14659 the motions of Divine Providence, in distributing to several Christians, nay, to the same Christians, several degrees of consolatory influences of grace, cannot seem either unjust, the motions of Divine Providence, in distributing to several Christians, nay, to the same Christians, several Degrees of consolatory influences of grace, cannot seem either unjust, dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg p-acp j np1, uh-x, p-acp dt d np1, j n2 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1, vmbx vvi d j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14660 or unreasonable to any sober and intelligent Christians. This is all I shall speak to this Question, I proceed to the Fifth Question. 5. Quest. or unreasonable to any Sobrium and intelligent Christians. This is all I shall speak to this Question, I proceed to the Fifth Question. 5. Quest. cc j p-acp d j cc j np1. d vbz d pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d n1, pns11 vvb p-acp dt ord n1. crd n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1475 Page 712
14661 Whence it is, that there are such manifest differences in Christian growth in grace? Whence it is, that there Are such manifest differences in Christian growth in grace? c-crq pn31 vbz, cst a-acp vbr d j n2 p-acp njp n1 p-acp n1? (57) sermon (DIV3) 1476 Page 712
14662 There is a growth in spiritual gifts, and a growth in gracious habits, and these must be carefully distinguished; There is a growth in spiritual Gifts, and a growth in gracious habits, and these must be carefully distinguished; pc-acp vbz dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc dt n1 p-acp j n2, cc d vmb vbi av-j vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 712
14679 but some grow much faster than others grow; and the thriving and prospering of their souls is much more evident to the world. but Some grow much faster than Others grow; and the thriving and prospering of their Souls is much more evident to the world. cc-acp d vvb av-d av-jc cs n2-jn vvb; cc dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2 vbz d dc j p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14680 In this also the actual providence of God hath its hand. In this also the actual providence of God hath its hand. p-acp d av dt j n1 pp-f np1 vhz po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 714
14663 for from a want of a just distinguishing these, many doubts and mistakes arise concerning this point of growing in grace; there may be the one, and a great increase and growth in them, where there is nothing either of the beginnings or increase of the other. By spiritual gifts, I understand those powers by which persons are inabled to some more external spiritual operations. You read much of them in the First Epistle to the Corinthians. These are usually distinguished into Extraordinary, such were the gifts of Tongues, Prophecy, Healing, Interpretation, &c. Which God was pleased to deal out in the Infancy of the Church, both to supply the want they had of ordinary means, and also to give a reputation to, for from a want of a just distinguishing these, many doubts and mistakes arise Concerning this point of growing in grace; there may be the one, and a great increase and growth in them, where there is nothing either of the beginnings or increase of the other. By spiritual Gifts, I understand those Powers by which Persons Are enabled to Some more external spiritual operations. You read much of them in the First Epistle to the Corinthians. These Are usually distinguished into Extraordinary, such were the Gifts of Tongues, Prophecy, Healing, Interpretation, etc. Which God was pleased to deal out in the Infancy of the Church, both to supply the want they had of ordinary means, and also to give a reputation to, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt j j-vvg d, d n2 cc n2 vvb vvg d n1 pp-f vvg p-acp n1; a-acp vmb vbi dt crd, cc dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32, c-crq pc-acp vbz pix av-d pp-f dt n2 cc vvb pp-f dt n-jn. p-acp j n2, pns11 vvb d n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vbr vvn p-acp d av-dc j j n2. pn22 vvb d pp-f pno32 p-acp dt ord n1 p-acp dt np1. d vbr av-j vvn p-acp j, d vbdr dt n2 pp-f n2, n1, vvg, n1, av r-crq np1 vbds vvn pc-acp vvi av p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, av-d pc-acp vvi dt n1 pns32 vhd pp-f j n2, cc av pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 713
14664 and to confirm the Doctrine of the Gospel. and to confirm the Doctrine of the Gospel. cc pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 713
14665 The Gospel having got a larger footing and acceptance in the World, needed not these aids to its reputation, nor such miraculous confirmations; The Gospel having god a larger footing and acceptance in the World, needed not these aids to its reputation, nor such miraculous confirmations; dt n1 vhg vvn dt jc vvg cc n1 p-acp dt n1, vvd xx d n2 p-acp po31 n1, ccx d j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 713
14666 these therefore soon ceased, and have rarely, if at all, been since given out. these Therefore soon ceased, and have rarely, if At all, been since given out. d av av vvn, cc vhb av-j, cs p-acp d, vbn p-acp vvn av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 713
14667 But there are other gifts that are more ordinary, and of constant and daily use in the Church of God; such are the gift of Prayer, of Preaching, of Spiritual Conference, &c. Now Christians are capable of growth and increase in these. But there Are other Gifts that Are more ordinary, and of constant and daily use in the Church of God; such Are the gift of Prayer, of Preaching, of Spiritual Conference, etc. Now Christians Are capable of growth and increase in these. p-acp a-acp vbr j-jn n2 cst vbr av-dc j, cc pp-f j cc j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; d vbr dt n1 pp-f n1, pp-f vvg, pp-f j n1, av av njpg2 vbr j pp-f n1 cc n1 p-acp d. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1477 Page 713
14668 But besides these, there are gracious habits; which are powers and abilities in the soul, inabling it to acts of more secret and inward communion with God: But beside these, there Are gracious habits; which Are Powers and abilities in the soul, enabling it to acts of more secret and inward communion with God: cc-acp p-acp d, pc-acp vbr j n2; r-crq vbr n2 cc n2 p-acp dt n1, vvg pn31 p-acp n2 pp-f av-dc j-jn cc j n1 p-acp np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14669 Such as Faith, Love, and others. Such as Faith, Love, and Others. d c-acp n1, n1, cc n2-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14670 And these are capable of increase, if not in their number, yet in their degrees of intention: Hence the Apostles pray, Lord increase our faith. And this left room for the Apostle to pray for the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 9.10. That the Lord would increase their fruit of righteousness; And these Are capable of increase, if not in their number, yet in their Degrees of intention: Hence the Apostles pray, Lord increase our faith. And this left room for the Apostle to pray for the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 9.10. That the Lord would increase their fruit of righteousness; cc d vbr j pp-f vvi, cs xx p-acp po32 n1, av p-acp po32 n2 pp-f n1: av dt n2 vvb, n1 vvi po12 n1. cc d j n1 p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp dt np1, crd np1 crd. cst dt n1 vmd vvi po32 n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14671 and for the Thessalonians, that the Lord would make them to increase, and that they might increase more and more; 1 Thess, 3.12. 4.10. and for the Thessalonians, that the Lord would make them to increase, and that they might increase more and more; 1 Thess, 3.12. 4.10. cc p-acp dt njp2, cst dt n1 vmd vvi pno32 pc-acp vvi, cc cst pns32 vmd vvi av-dc cc av-dc; crd d, crd. crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14672 Thus you read of an increasing with the increase of God; Col. 2.19. and of the prospering of the soul; Thus you read of an increasing with the increase of God; Col. 2.19. and of the prospering of the soul; av pn22 vvb pp-f dt vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; np1 crd. cc pp-f dt n-vvg pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14673 3 Ep. John v. 2. and the Apostle Peter exhorteth those to whom he writeth, to grow in grace, and in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 Epistle John v. 2. and the Apostle Peter exhorteth those to whom he Writeth, to grow in grace, and in the knowledge of the Lord jesus christ. crd np1 np1 n1 crd cc dt n1 np1 vvz d p-acp ro-crq pns31 vvz, p-acp vvb p-acp n1, cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14674 This growing in grace, is not without the special influence of God: Thence it is that both the Apostles pray for it. This growing in grace, is not without the special influence of God: Thence it is that both the Apostles pray for it. d vvg p-acp n1, vbz xx p-acp dt j n1 pp-f np1: av pn31 vbz cst d dt n2 vvb p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14675 Christ is both the Author and the Finisher of our Faith. christ is both the Author and the Finisher of our Faith. np1 vbz d dt n1 cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14676 Now it is apparent that this growth in grace is not equal in all the souls of them who are the children of God; Now it is apparent that this growth in grace is not equal in all the Souls of them who Are the children of God; av pn31 vbz j cst d n1 p-acp n1 vbz xx j-jn p-acp d dt n2 pp-f pno32 r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14677 as we see in that which is born of the flesh, some children grow faster than others; as we see in that which is born of the Flesh, Some children grow faster than Others; c-acp pns12 vvb p-acp d r-crq vbz vvn pp-f dt n1, d n2 vvb av-jc cs n2-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 713
14681 Let me, before I shut up this Discourse, attempt to give you an account of this, to shew the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence; Let me, before I shut up this Discourse, attempt to give you an account of this, to show the reasonableness of this motion of Divine Providence; vvb pno11, c-acp pns11 vvd a-acp d n1, vvb pc-acp vvi pn22 dt n1 pp-f d, pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f j-jn n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 714
14682 and that in this the wayes of God are equal. 1. I shall onely in this Case premise this: and that in this the ways of God Are equal. 1. I shall only in this Case premise this: cc cst p-acp d dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr j-jn. crd pns11 vmb av-j p-acp d n1 n1 d: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1478 Page 714
14683 That there may be great mistakes as to growth of grace. That there may be great mistakes as to growth of grace. cst a-acp vmb vbi j n2 c-acp p-acp n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14684 I shall instance in two: 1. Some may mistake a growth and increasing in spiritual gifts, or moral habits, for a growth in grace. A man may so mistake himself, I shall instance in two: 1. some may mistake a growth and increasing in spiritual Gifts, or moral habits, for a growth in grace. A man may so mistake himself, pns11 vmb n1 p-acp crd: crd d vmb vvi dt n1 cc vvg p-acp j n2, cc j n2, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1. dt n1 vmb av vvi px31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14685 and his neighbours may so mistake him. Spiritual gifts are glistering things, and often dazle our eyes. and his neighbours may so mistake him. Spiritual Gifts Are glistering things, and often dazzle our eyes. cc po31 n2 vmb av vvi pno31. j n2 vbr vvg n2, cc av vvi po12 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14686 We hear men mightily improved in their abilities fitly to express their own and others wants unto God in prayer, We hear men mightily improved in their abilities fitly to express their own and Others Wants unto God in prayer, pns12 vvb n2 av-j vvn p-acp po32 n2 av-j pc-acp vvi po32 d cc ng2-jn n2 p-acp np1 p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14687 and to implead them with proper arguments. and to implead them with proper Arguments. cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14688 We hear a Minister improved in preaching, an ordinary Christian improved in his knowledge of spiritual things, We hear a Minister improved in preaching, an ordinary Christian improved in his knowledge of spiritual things, pns12 vvb dt n1 vvn p-acp vvg, dt j njp vvn p-acp po31 n1 pp-f j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14689 and his utterance and ability to maintain a profitable discourse; and his utterance and ability to maintain a profitable discourse; cc po31 n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14690 we are perfectly apt to conclude these persons are grown in grace, and it may be so; but withal it may not be so too: we Are perfectly apt to conclude these Persons Are grown in grace, and it may be so; but withal it may not be so too: pns12 vbr av-j j pc-acp vvi d n2 vbr vvn p-acp n1, cc pn31 vmb vbi av; p-acp av pn31 vmb xx vbi av av: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14691 for these are separable from any thing of truly gracious habits, which are the in-dwellers in a regenerate and sanctified heart. for these Are separable from any thing of truly gracious habits, which Are the indwellers in a regenerate and sanctified heart. c-acp d vbr j p-acp d n1 pp-f av-j j n2, r-crq vbr dt n2 p-acp dt j-vvn cc j-vvn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14692 When the Apostle had been perswading the Corinthians to covet the best gifts, he by and by telleth them, That he will shew them a more excellent way. When the Apostle had been persuading the Corinthians to covet the best Gifts, he by and by Telleth them, That he will show them a more excellent Way. c-crq dt n1 vhd vbn vvg dt njp2 pc-acp vvi dt av-js n2, pns31 p-acp cc a-acp vvz pno32, cst pns31 vmb vvi pno32 dt av-dc j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14693 What was that? The way of special distinguishing grace, love to God; What was that? The Way of special distinguishing grace, love to God; q-crq vbds d? dt n1 pp-f j j-vvg n1, vvb p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14694 without which he telleth them in the beginning of the next Chapter, that all gifts, all action, all suffering, prophecying, speaking with tongues, knowledge of all mysteries, giving all his goods to the poor, and his body to be burned, would signifie nothing but a little noise in the world, without which he Telleth them in the beginning of the next Chapter, that all Gifts, all actium, all suffering, prophesying, speaking with tongues, knowledge of all Mysteres, giving all his goods to the poor, and his body to be burned, would signify nothing but a little noise in the world, p-acp r-crq pns31 vvz pno32 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f dt ord n1, cst d n2, d n1, d vvg, vvg, vvg p-acp n2, n1 pp-f d n2, vvg d po31 n2-j p-acp dt j, cc po31 n1 pc-acp vbi vvn, vmd vvi pix cc-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14695 and render him no more than as sounding brass and a tinkling cymbal. and render him no more than as sounding brass and a tinkling cymbal. cc vvi pno31 av-dx av-dc cs c-acp vvg n1 cc dt j-vvg n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1479 Page 714
14696 2. Secondly, As some may judge they are grown in grace, because they are grown in gifts; 2. Secondly, As Some may judge they Are grown in grace, Because they Are grown in Gifts; crd ord, c-acp d vmb vvi pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n1, c-acp pns32 vbr vvn p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 714
14697 so others may judge they are not grown in grace, when indeed they are. so Others may judge they Are not grown in grace, when indeed they Are. av n2-jn vmb vvi pns32 vbr xx vvn p-acp n1, c-crq av pns32 vbr. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 714
14698 And the common mistake here, is mens calling nothing a growth in grace, but further passion and intention of the Affections; when as the truth is, And the Common mistake Here, is men's calling nothing a growth in grace, but further passion and intention of the Affections; when as the truth is, cc dt j n1 av, vbz ng2 n1 pix dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp jc n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n2; c-crq c-acp dt n1 vbz, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 714
14699 as we say concerning Women (the Apostle you know calls them the weaker Vessels ) yet they have the strongest passions: as we say Concerning Women (the Apostle you know calls them the Weaker Vessels) yet they have the Strongest passion: c-acp pns12 vvb vvg n2 (dt n1 pn22 vvb vvz pno32 dt jc n2) av pns32 vhb dt js n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 714
14700 So it is true concerning Christians, those that are the weakest Christians have the strongest Affections and Passions. So it is true Concerning Christians, those that Are the Weakest Christians have the Strongest Affections and Passion. av pn31 vbz j vvg np1, d cst vbr dt js njpg2 vhb dt js n2 cc n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 714
14701 Conformably to this, it is ordinarily observed, That Christians usually in the beginning of their Conversion, have the strongest Affections, the most passionate grief for sin, the most unsatisfied pantings and breathings after God and his Ordinances; Conformably to this, it is ordinarily observed, That Christians usually in the beginning of their Conversion, have the Strongest Affections, the most passionate grief for since, the most unsatisfied pantings and breathings After God and his Ordinances; av-j p-acp d, pn31 vbz av-j vvn, cst np1 av-j p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po32 n1, vhb dt js n2, dt av-ds j n1 p-acp n1, dt av-ds j-vvn n2 cc n2-vvg p-acp np1 cc po31 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 715
14702 but at this time weaker and less confirmed habits of Faith, of Self-denial, and Mortification; and are more easily than afterward, turned aside by a temptation. but At this time Weaker and less confirmed habits of Faith, of Self-denial, and Mortification; and Are more Easily than afterwards, turned aside by a temptation. cc-acp p-acp d n1 jc cc av-dc vvn n2 pp-f n1, pp-f n1, cc n1; cc vbr av-dc av-j cs av, vvd av p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 715
14703 But these mistakes being easily obviated, I easily grant it, That there are real differences, as to Christians increase, progress, and growth in grace; But these mistakes being Easily obviated, I Easily grant it, That there Are real differences, as to Christians increase, progress, and growth in grace; p-acp d n2 vbg av-j vvn, pns11 av-j vvb pn31, cst a-acp vbr j n2, c-acp p-acp np1 n1, n1, cc n1 p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 715
14704 of which I shall now come to give you a short account: 1. I might tell you, That all growth supposeth time. of which I shall now come to give you a short account: 1. I might tell you, That all growth Supposeth time. pp-f r-crq pns11 vmb av vvi pc-acp vvi pn22 dt j n1: crd pns11 vmd vvi pn22, cst d n1 vvz n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1480 Page 715
14705 It is a motion that is not in an instant. It is a motion that is not in an instant. pn31 vbz dt n1 cst vbz xx p-acp dt n-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14706 Adam was the onely man that God brought into the World at a perfect Age, others you know come into the World little Children, Adam was the only man that God brought into the World At a perfect Age, Others you know come into the World little Children, np1 vbds dt j n1 cst np1 vvd p-acp dt n1 p-acp dt j n1, n2-jn pn22 vvb vvn p-acp dt n1 j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14707 and are perfected, and grow up by degrees; and Are perfected, and grow up by Degrees; cc vbr vvn, cc vvb a-acp p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14708 and as the first Adam was the onely man, who came into the World perfect as to natural parts and growth. and as the First Adam was the only man, who Come into the World perfect as to natural parts and growth. cc c-acp dt ord np1 vbds dt j n1, r-crq vvd p-acp dt n1 j c-acp p-acp j n2 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14709 So Jesus Christ, the second Adam, was the onely man that at first appeared to the World perfect in grace; So jesus christ, the second Adam, was the only man that At First appeared to the World perfect in grace; np1 np1 np1, dt ord np1, vbds dt j n1 cst p-acp ord vvd p-acp dt n1 j p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14710 for in him the fulness of the Godhead dwelt bodily. All others are first Babes, then stronger ones, and perfected by degrees. for in him the fullness of the Godhead dwelled bodily. All Others Are First Babes, then Stronger ones, and perfected by Degrees. c-acp p-acp pno31 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vvd j. d n2-jn vbr ord n2, cs jc pi2, cc vvn p-acp n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14711 So long therefore as there is a successive Conversion and bringing of souls to God, there must be Christians in the World of different sizes and statures, So long Therefore as there is a successive Conversion and bringing of Souls to God, there must be Christians in the World of different sizes and statures, av av-j av c-acp pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc vvg pp-f n2 p-acp np1, pc-acp vmb vbi np1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n2 cc n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14712 as to growth, and increase in grace. as to growth, and increase in grace. c-acp p-acp n1, cc vvi p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14713 But yet this is not a perfect account of this variety, for all Christians of the same standing in the ways of God, are not of the same proficiency and stature in them. But yet this is not a perfect account of this variety, for all Christians of the same standing in the ways of God, Are not of the same proficiency and stature in them. p-acp av d vbz xx dt j n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp d np1 pp-f dt d vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, vbr xx pp-f dt d n1 cc n1 p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1481 Page 715
14714 2. Secondly, therefore, One great cause may be a difference in spiritual nourishment. Though it be true in Bodies, that all who are fed with the same bread, 2. Secondly, Therefore, One great cause may be a difference in spiritual nourishment. Though it be true in Bodies, that all who Are fed with the same bred, crd ord, av, crd j n1 vmb vbi dt n1 p-acp j n1. cs pn31 vbb j p-acp n2, cst d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14715 and drink the same drink, do not thrive alike; and drink the same drink, do not thrive alike; cc vvi dt d n1, vdb xx vvi av-j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14716 yet suppose a body to be fed with improper food, or not to have half enough, it is no great wonder if it doth not grow so fast as another body that hath a plenty of food, yet suppose a body to be fed with improper food, or not to have half enough, it is no great wonder if it does not grow so fast as Another body that hath a plenty of food, av vvb dt n1 pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp j n1, cc xx pc-acp vhi j-jn d, pn31 vbz dx j n1 cs pn31 vdz xx vvi av av-j c-acp j-jn n1 cst vhz dt n1 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14717 and that food too which is good and proper for it. and that food too which is good and proper for it. cc d n1 av r-crq vbz j cc j p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14718 It is the same case with the soul, that also must have its food. The souls food is the Scriptures, Ordinances, Influences. It is the same case with the soul, that also must have its food. The Souls food is the Scriptures, Ordinances, Influences. pn31 vbz dt d n1 p-acp dt n1, cst av vmb vhi po31 n1. dt ng1 n1 vbz dt n2, n2, n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14719 For the first indeed we have them, we have them in our own language; so that we can understand them: For the First indeed we have them, we have them in our own language; so that we can understand them: p-acp dt ord av pns12 vhb pno32, pns12 vhb pno32 p-acp po12 d n1; av cst pns12 vmb vvi pno32: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 715
14778 So that this is like an ill air to the Body, which often hindreth the growth of it. So that this is like an ill air to the Body, which often hindereth the growth of it. av cst d vbz av-j dt j-jn n1 p-acp dt n1, r-crq av vvz dt n1 pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14720 but yet every one cannot read (an inexcusable fault in Parents and such as have the government of youth, especially in the age wherein we live;) nor have all the like means of having them read to them, but yet every one cannot read (an inexcusable fault in Parents and such as have the government of youth, especially in the age wherein we live;) nor have all the like means of having them read to them, cc-acp av d pi vmbx vvb (dt j n1 p-acp n2 cc d c-acp vhb dt n1 pp-f n1, av-j p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns12 vvb;) cc vhb d dt j n2 pp-f vhg pno32 vvn p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14721 and being made to understand them. But the great difference lies in Ordinances; and being made to understand them. But the great difference lies in Ordinances; cc vbg vvn pc-acp vvi pno32. p-acp dt j n1 vvz p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14722 St. Peter adviseth Christians to desire like New-born Babes, the sincere milk of the Word, that they might grow thereby. Saint Peter adviseth Christians to desire like Newborn Babes, the sincere milk of the Word, that they might grow thereby. n1 np1 vvz np1 pc-acp vvi av-j j n2, dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, cst pns32 vmd vvi av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14723 He (doubtless) speaketh of the Word preached, the Promise, Psal. 92.13. is, Those that are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the courts of our God. He (doubtless) speaks of the Word preached, the Promise, Psalm 92.13. is, Those that Are planted in the house of the Lord, shall flourish in the Courts of our God. pns31 (av-j) vvz pp-f dt n1 vvd, dt n1, np1 crd. vbz, d cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, vmb vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14724 The House of the Lord is the Church of the Lord, and there is a promise of growth to all those that are planted in it; The House of the Lord is the Church of the Lord, and there is a promise of growth to all those that Are planted in it; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc pc-acp vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d d cst vbr vvn p-acp pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14725 yet as in our Gardens and Fields, there are different sorts oft-times; yet as in our Gardens and Fields, there Are different sorts ofttimes; av c-acp p-acp po12 n2 cc n2, pc-acp vbr j n2 av; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14726 so in the Church of God (which is a large Field) there are different soils for Christians: so in the Church of God (which is a large Field) there Are different soils for Christians: av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 (r-crq vbz dt j n1) pc-acp vbr j n2 p-acp np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14727 There is a great deal of difference in that preaching under which Christians sit, One man preacheth in the inticing words of mans wisdom, another in the perswasive words of mans wisdom; There is a great deal of difference in that preaching under which Christians fit, One man Preacheth in the enticing words of men Wisdom, Another in the persuasive words of men Wisdom; pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d vvg p-acp r-crq np1 vvb, crd n1 vvz p-acp dt vvg n2 pp-f ng1 n1, j-jn p-acp dt j n2 pp-f ng1 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14728 another in the evidence and demonstration of the spirit and with power. Another in the evidence and demonstration of the Spirit and with power. j-jn p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 cc p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14729 Some Christians possibly live, where they scarce ever hear a good Sermon, but some Harangues of Oratory, or some rational Philosophical Discourses, of which they understand little or nothing: some Christians possibly live, where they scarce ever hear a good Sermon, but Some Harangues of Oratory, or Some rational Philosophical Discourses, of which they understand little or nothing: d np1 av-j vvi, c-crq pns32 av-j av vvi dt j n1, cc-acp d n2 pp-f n1, cc d j j n2, pp-f r-crq pns32 vvb j cc pix: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14730 Others live under plain, lively, powerful preaching; Others live under plain, lively, powerful preaching; n2-jn vvb p-acp j, j, j vvg; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14731 where the Preacher makes it his business to study the souls of his people, and proportioneth his preaching accordingly: where the Preacher makes it his business to study the Souls of his people, and proportioneth his preaching accordingly: c-crq dt n1 vvz pn31 po31 n1 pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, cc vvz po31 vvg av-vvg: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14732 so as the Babes have their milk and others their stronger meat. Teaching them as they are able to receive instruction. so as the Babes have their milk and Others their Stronger meat. Teaching them as they Are able to receive instruction. av c-acp dt n2 vhb po32 n1 cc n2-jn po32 jc n1. vvg pno32 c-acp pns32 vbr j pc-acp vvi n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14733 It is no wonder if such Christians who are under the best means, be found most thriving; It is no wonder if such Christians who Are under the best means, be found most thriving; pn31 vbz dx n1 cs d np1 r-crq vbr p-acp dt js n2, vbb vvn ds j-vvg; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14734 God working in the use of means, where means can be had. God working in the use of means, where means can be had. np1 vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, c-crq n2 vmb vbi vhn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14735 It is true, Christ once (and never but once that we read of) made use of clay and spittle to cure the blind mans eyes. It is true, christ once (and never but once that we read of) made use of clay and spittle to cure the blind men eyes. pn31 vbz j, np1 c-acp (cc av-x cc-acp a-acp cst pns12 vvb pp-f) vvd n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 pc-acp vvi dt j ng1 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14736 And when our Lord was himself upon the Earth, attending his own Garden, and the Plants in it, And when our Lord was himself upon the Earth, attending his own Garden, and the Plants in it, cc c-crq po12 n1 vbds px31 p-acp dt n1, vvg po31 d n1, cc dt n2 p-acp pn31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14737 though he had a fulness of wisdom and power too, and had many things to say unto them; yet saith he, John 16.12. you are not able to bear them now. though he had a fullness of Wisdom and power too, and had many things to say unto them; yet Says he, John 16.12. you Are not able to bear them now. cs pns31 vhd dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1 av, cc vhd d n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32; av vvz pns31, np1 crd. pn22 vbr xx j pc-acp vvi pno32 av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14738 And it is said Mark 4.33. With many such parables spake he the Word unto them, as they were able to hear it. And it is said Mark 4.33. With many such parables spoke he the Word unto them, as they were able to hear it. cc pn31 vbz vvn vvb crd. p-acp d d n2 vvd pns31 dt n1 p-acp pno32, c-acp pns32 vbdr j pc-acp vvi pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14739 Now if Christians live under preachers, who either make no conscience what they preach unto people, Now if Christians live under Preachers, who either make no conscience what they preach unto people, av cs np1 vvb p-acp n2, r-crq d vvb dx n1 r-crq pns32 vvb p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14740 but fill up their time either with idle Fables, or Invectives against Parties, or some florid or Philosophical Discourses; but fill up their time either with idle Fables, or Invectives against Parties, or Some florid or Philosophical Discourses; cc-acp vvb a-acp po32 n1 av-d p-acp j n2, cc n2 p-acp n2, cc d j cc j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 716
14741 as if their study were directly contrary to that of the Apostles, whose great care (as he tells us) was so to order his preaching, as if their study were directly contrary to that of the Apostles, whose great care (as he tells us) was so to order his preaching, c-acp cs po32 n1 vbdr av-j vvi p-acp d pp-f dt n2, rg-crq j n1 (c-acp pns31 vvz pno12) vbds av pc-acp vvi po31 vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 717
14742 as the faith of his hearers might not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God: as the faith of his hearers might not stand in the Wisdom of men, but in the power of God: c-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 717
14743 Now their preaching seems to be so directed and ordered, as that the faith of their hearers might not rest in the power of God, but in the wisdom of men. Now their preaching seems to be so directed and ordered, as that the faith of their hearers might not rest in the power of God, but in the Wisdom of men. av po32 vvg vvz pc-acp vbi av vvn cc vvn, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmd xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 717
14744 It is no wonder if such Christians do not grow in grace in proportion with others, who live under more adequate and proper means. It is no wonder if such Christians do not grow in grace in proportion with Others, who live under more adequate and proper means. pn31 vbz dx n1 cs d np1 vdb xx vvi p-acp n1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2-jn, r-crq vvb p-acp av-dc j cc j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 717
14745 God useth not ordinarily to work miracles, and their ordinary spiritual food is not proportioned to any such thing as the spiritual proficiency of those that hear them. God uses not ordinarily to work Miracles, and their ordinary spiritual food is not proportioned to any such thing as the spiritual proficiency of those that hear them. np1 vvz xx av-j pc-acp vvi n2, cc po32 j j n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp d d n1 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f d cst vvb pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1482 Page 717
14746 2. Secondly, A great reason of this difference lieth also in the differing natural tempers of Christians. 2. Secondly, A great reason of this difference lies also in the differing natural tempers of Christians. crd ord, dt j n1 pp-f d n1 vvz av p-acp dt j-vvg j n2 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14747 Amongst other Metaphors by which the Holy Ghost expresseth the Conversion and Regeneration of souls by, that of Engraffing is one; among other Metaphors by which the Holy Ghost Expresses the Conversion and Regeneration of Souls by, that of Engrafting is one; p-acp j-jn n2 p-acp r-crq dt j n1 vvz dt n1 cc n1 pp-f n2 p-acp, cst pp-f n-vvg vbz pi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14748 Rom. 11.17.19.23, 24. The soul is ingrafted into Christ. Rom. 11.17.19.23, 24. The soul is ingrafted into christ. np1 crd, crd dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14749 Now those who are skilled in planting, know that according to the different nature of the plant, the growth is faster or slower, more or less. Now those who Are skilled in planting, know that according to the different nature of the plant, the growth is faster or slower, more or less. av d r-crq vbr vvn p-acp vvg, vvb cst vvg p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 vbz jc cc av-jc, av-dc cc av-dc. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14750 Some plants grow much more freely than others; a Cion of one sort of fruit, will shoot up as much in one year, some plants grow much more freely than Others; a Cion of one sort of fruit, will shoot up as much in one year, d n2 vvb av-d av-dc av-j cs n2-jn; dt n1 pp-f crd n1 pp-f n1, vmb vvi a-acp p-acp d p-acp crd n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14751 as a Cion of another species will shoot in two or three years. as a Cion of Another species will shoot in two or three Years. c-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2 vmb vvi p-acp crd cc crd n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14752 Truly it is so in the Spiritual Plantation, Christ is the Stock, into which we are all ingrafted; there is no fault there: Truly it is so in the Spiritual Plantation, christ is the Stock, into which we Are all ingrafted; there is no fault there: np1 pn31 vbz av p-acp dt j n1, np1 vbz dt n1, p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr d vvn; pc-acp vbz dx n1 a-acp: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14753 but now the Cions that are ingrafted into Christ, are not all of the same nature and temper. but now the Actions that Are ingrafted into christ, Are not all of the same nature and temper. cc-acp av dt n2 cst vbr vvn p-acp np1, vbr xx d pp-f dt d n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14754 And although Grace makes a great change and alteration, and doth much correct a natural temper; And although Grace makes a great change and alteration, and does much correct a natural temper; cc cs vvb vvz dt j n1 cc n1, cc vdz av-d vvi dt j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14755 yet it doth not root out Nature, nor work the change in a moment; nor in all the same proportion of time. yet it does not root out Nature, nor work the change in a moment; nor in all the same proportion of time. av pn31 vdz xx vvi av n1, ccx vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1; ccx p-acp d dt d n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14756 There are several tempers, which much hinder the appearance of growth in grace. Some are naturally of vain, airy, light spirits; There Are several tempers, which much hinder the appearance of growth in grace. some Are naturally of vain, airy, Light spirits; pc-acp vbr j n2, r-crq d vvb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1. d vbr av-j pp-f j, j, j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14757 some of proud and high spirits; some of froward, teachy, passionate, stubborn spirits. Some of proud and high spirits; Some of froward, teachy, passionate, stubborn spirits. d pp-f j cc j n2; d pp-f j, j, j, j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14758 Others are naturally of more solid, serious tempers; of more low and humble; of more meek and pliable spirits: Now where it happens that there is a change wrought in some persons of airy and light spirits, Others Are naturally of more solid, serious tempers; of more low and humble; of more meek and pliable spirits: Now where it happens that there is a change wrought in Some Persons of airy and Light spirits, ng2-jn vbr av-j pp-f dc j, j n2; pp-f dc j cc j; pp-f dc j cc j n2: av c-crq pn31 vvz cst pc-acp vbz dt n1 vvn p-acp d n2 pp-f j cc j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14759 or such as are proud and high, or froward, and passionate and stubborn, a progress and growth in habits and exercises of grace, will not be so soon evident and apparent, or such as Are proud and high, or froward, and passionate and stubborn, a progress and growth in habits and exercises of grace, will not be so soon evident and apparent, cc d c-acp vbr j cc j, cc j, cc j cc j, dt n1 cc n1 p-acp n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, vmb xx vbi av av j cc j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14760 as in those souls that are of sweeter and more gentle and ductile spirits: as in those Souls that Are of Sweeten and more gentle and ductile spirits: c-acp p-acp d n2 cst vbr pp-f jc cc av-dc j cc j n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 717
14761 Much grace will make but a little show, where there is an ill natural temper and humor. Much grace will make but a little show, where there is an ill natural temper and humour. d n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt j n1, c-crq pc-acp vbz dt j-jn j n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1483 Page 718
14762 3. Thirdly, An ill neighbourhood doth make a great deal of difference in the growth of grace. 3. Thirdly, an ill neighbourhood does make a great deal of difference in the growth of grace. crd ord, dt j-jn n1 vdz vvi dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1484 Page 718
14763 We see in Plants, an ill neighbourhood of Plants doth much hinder growth. We see in Plants, an ill neighbourhood of Plants does much hinder growth. pns12 vvb p-acp n2, dt j-jn n1 pp-f n2 vdz d vvi n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1484 Page 718
14764 There is scarce any Plant will thrive much near an Ash; the like might be observed of other Trees, which experience tells us are ill neighbours to Plants. There is scarce any Plant will thrive much near an Ash; the like might be observed of other Trees, which experience tells us Are ill neighbours to Plants. pc-acp vbz av-j d n1 vmb vvi d av-j dt n1; dt av-j vmd vbi vvn pp-f j-jn n2, r-crq n1 vvz pno12 vbr j-jn n2 p-acp n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1484 Page 718
14765 Rake up Fire in Ashes, if it keepeth alive it is all. It is so with Christians that are ill-yoaked, that live in ill Families or Neighbourhoods. Rake up Fire in Ashes, if it Keepeth alive it is all. It is so with Christians that Are ill-yoaked, that live in ill Families or Neighbourhoods. np1 p-acp n1 p-acp n2, cs pn31 vvz j pn31 vbz d. pn31 vbz av p-acp np1 cst vbr j, cst vvb p-acp j-jn n2 cc n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1484 Page 718
14766 There is some Wood they call Quench-coal (Rotten Wood is mostly so.) The truth is, the company of all carnal worldly men, is of that nature; There is Some Wood they call Quench-coal (Rotten Wood is mostly so.) The truth is, the company of all carnal worldly men, is of that nature; pc-acp vbz d n1 pns32 vvb n1 (j-vvn n1 vbz j av.) dt n1 vbz, dt n1 pp-f d j j n2, vbz pp-f d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1484 Page 718
14767 they are all Quench-coals to the life of Grace, and discourage that holy fire which the Spirit of God hath kindled in the souls of his people. they Are all Quench-coals to the life of Grace, and discourage that holy fire which the Spirit of God hath kindled in the Souls of his people. pns32 vbr d n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc vvi d j n1 r-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14768 If a Christian be engaged in such society, whether necessarily, as in Conjugal relations, and indeed in most Domestick relations, or voluntarily: If a Christian be engaged in such society, whither necessarily, as in Conjugal relations, and indeed in most Domestic relations, or voluntarily: cs dt njp vbb vvn p-acp d n1, cs av-j, c-acp p-acp j n2, cc av p-acp ds j-jn n2, cc av-jn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14769 if such a Christian keeps his sincerity, it will be well, it can hardly be expected that the profiting of such Christians should appear unto all; if such a Christian keeps his sincerity, it will be well, it can hardly be expected that the profiting of such Christians should appear unto all; cs d dt njp vvz po31 n1, pn31 vmb vbi av, pn31 vmb av vbi vvn cst dt vvg pp-f d np1 vmd vvi p-acp d; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14770 or indeed that they should grow in proportion unto other Christians, who are engaged in a better converse; or indeed that they should grow in proportion unto other Christians, who Are engaged in a better converse; cc av cst pns32 vmd vvi p-acp n1 p-acp j-jn np1, r-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt jc n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14771 and are under the daily Instructions, Exhortations, Reproofs and Admonitions of others; and Are under the daily Instructions, Exhortations, Reproofs and Admonitions of Others; cc vbr p-acp dt j n2, n2, n2 cc n2 pp-f n2-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14772 who as Brethren take themselves concerned to consider them, and to provoke them unto love and good works. who as Brothers take themselves concerned to Consider them, and to provoke them unto love and good works. r-crq c-acp n2 vvb px32 vvn p-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1 cc j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14773 Yet it is observable that such Christians do grow by a kind of spiritual Antiperistasis, as they say the fire is hottest in the coldest weather; Yet it is observable that such Christians do grow by a kind of spiritual Antiperistasis, as they say the fire is hottest in the Coldest weather; av pn31 vbz j cst d np1 vdb vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f j n1, c-acp pns32 vvb dt n1 vbz js p-acp dt js-jn n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14774 so we often see, that there is a great warmth and zeal against sin and for God, nourished in those souls, which have been most smothered and choaked with ill relations and company; so we often see, that there is a great warmth and zeal against since and for God, nourished in those Souls, which have been most smothered and choked with ill relations and company; av pns12 av vvb, cst pc-acp vbz dt j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1 cc p-acp np1, vvn p-acp d n2, r-crq vhb vbn av-ds vvn cc vvn p-acp j-jn n2 cc n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14775 which discovereth it self, as soon as those persons are freed from those intanglements and incumbrances; which Discovereth it self, as soon as those Persons Are freed from those entanglements and encumbrances; r-crq vvz pn31 n1, c-acp av c-acp d n2 vbr vvn p-acp d n2 cc n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14776 but while they are troubled with them, this growth is not so evident, nor do we constantly find Grace thriving under such ill shadows; but while they Are troubled with them, this growth is not so evident, nor do we constantly find Grace thriving under such ill shadows; cc-acp cs pns32 vbr vvn p-acp pno32, d n1 vbz xx av j, ccx vdb pns12 av-j vvb n1 vvg p-acp d j-jn n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14777 so prone are our corrupt natures to receive contrary impressions: and nothing so much as converse exposing us to the reception of them. so prove Are our corrupt nature's to receive contrary impressions: and nothing so much as converse exposing us to the reception of them. av j vbr po12 j n2 pc-acp vvi j-jn n2: cc pix av av-d c-acp vvi vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1485 Page 718
14779 4. Fourthly, As the growth of the Body is hindred by some diseases, the growth of a plant by some canker, or some ill winds, 4. Fourthly, As the growth of the Body is hindered by Some diseases, the growth of a plant by Some canker, or Some ill winds, crd ord, p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp d n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp d n1, cc d j-jn n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14780 or by the check which it may have by the bitings of some beasts. or by the check which it may have by the bitings of Some beasts. cc p-acp dt n1 r-crq pn31 vmb vhi p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14781 So may the growth of Grace in the Soul be much hindered: 1. By the prevailings of some particular corruptions. So may the growth of Grace in the Soul be much hindered: 1. By the prevailings of Some particular corruptions. av vmb dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n1 vbb av-d vvn: crd p-acp dt n2-vvg pp-f d j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14782 2. Or by the wounds which the Soul receiveth from some temptations. 2. Or by the wounds which the Soul receives from Some temptations. crd cc p-acp dt n2 r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14783 It is true, There are some sicknesses in which persons shoot out, and by which they are rather advantaged than hindered in their growth; It is true, There Are Some Sicknesses in which Persons shoot out, and by which they Are rather advantaged than hindered in their growth; pn31 vbz j, pc-acp vbr d n2 p-acp r-crq n2 vvb av, cc p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr av-c vvn cs vvn p-acp po32 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14784 but there are other habituated distempers which hinder the growth of young persons. but there Are other habituated distempers which hinder the growth of young Persons. cc-acp pc-acp vbr j-jn vvn n2 r-crq vvb dt n1 pp-f j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14785 There is no prevailing corruption but giveth a check to a growth in Grace, though sometimes the prevailing of it, doth by accident, promote Grace in its exercise; There is no prevailing corruption but gives a check to a growth in Grace, though sometime the prevailing of it, does by accident, promote Grace in its exercise; pc-acp vbz dx j-vvg n1 cc-acp vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, cs av dt j-vvg pp-f pn31, vdz p-acp n1, vvb n1 p-acp po31 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14786 as it was with the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 7.11. But prevailing Lusts do wonderfully hinder proficiency in Grace. as it was with the Corinthians, 2 Cor. 7.11. But prevailing Lustiest do wonderfully hinder proficiency in Grace. c-acp pn31 vbds p-acp dt np1, crd np1 crd. p-acp j-vvg n2 vdb av-j vvi n1 p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14787 To instance but in that one lust of Earthly mindedness, Let but an earthly, covetous mind, prevail upon any, it is a wonderful thing to observe how it checks all spirtual progress; To instance but in that one lust of Earthly Mindedness, Let but an earthly, covetous mind, prevail upon any, it is a wondered thing to observe how it Checks all Spiritual progress; p-acp n1 cc-acp p-acp d crd n1 pp-f j n1, vvb p-acp dt j, j n1, vvb p-acp d, pn31 vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi c-crq pn31 vvz d j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14788 it betrayeth a Christian to so many practical errors, both of omission and commission, that his neighbour standing by, it betrayeth a Christian to so many practical errors, both of omission and commission, that his neighbour standing by, pn31 vvz dt njp p-acp av d j n2, d pp-f n1 cc n1, cst po31 n1 vvg p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14789 and observing him, cannot but cry out in the words of the Apostle; and observing him, cannot but cry out in the words of the Apostle; cc vvg pno31, vmbx p-acp vvi av p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14790 How dwelleth the love of God in this man? Though they see much in him which disposeth them to charitable thoughts, How dwells the love of God in this man? Though they see much in him which Disposeth them to charitable thoughts, c-crq vvz dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1? cs pns32 vvb d p-acp pno31 r-crq vvz pno32 p-acp j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14791 and makes them that they cannot but conclude he is one that feareth God, yet they know not how to reconcile the actions of his life to what the Scripture speaketh of the nature of grace. and makes them that they cannot but conclude he is one that fears God, yet they know not how to reconcile the actions of his life to what the Scripture speaks of the nature of grace. cc vvz pno32 cst pns32 vmbx p-acp vvi pns31 vbz pi cst vvz np1, av pns32 vvb xx c-crq pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp r-crq dt n1 vvz pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14792 Yea, and long and violent temptations, do also much hinder the souls growth. They are like cold winds or the bitings of beasts to the plants, which discourage the growth of them; Yea, and long and violent temptations, do also much hinder the Souls growth. They Are like cold winds or the bitings of beasts to the plants, which discourage the growth of them; uh, cc av-j cc j n2, vdb av av-d vvi dt n2 n1. pns32 vbr av-j j-jn n2 cc dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp dt n2, r-crq vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14793 though they be not internal causes, yet they are external causes of the plants unthriftiness. though they be not internal Causes, yet they Are external Causes of the plants unthriftiness. cs pns32 vbb xx j n2, av pns32 vbr j n2 pp-f dt ng1 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14794 So it is with long and violent temptations, they indeed do not work as internal causes (I mean such temptations as are ab hoste, from our grand adversary) to hinder a Christians growth; So it is with long and violent temptations, they indeed do not work as internal Causes (I mean such temptations as Are ab host, from our grand adversary) to hinder a Christians growth; av pn31 vbz p-acp av-j cc j n2, pns32 av vdb xx vvi c-acp j n2 (pns11 vvb d n2 c-acp vbr zz n1, p-acp po12 j n1) pc-acp vvi dt njpg2 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14795 but they are great external causes, discouraging the soul in almost all its exercises of Communion with God, but they Are great external Causes, discouraging the soul in almost all its exercises of Communion with God, cc-acp pns32 vbr j j n2, vvg dt n1 p-acp av d po31 n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14796 and applications of it self unto him. 5. Lastly, Any Desertions, or with-drawings of divine influences, are great causes. and applications of it self unto him. 5. Lastly, Any Desertions, or withdrawings of divine influences, Are great Causes. cc n2 pp-f pn31 n1 p-acp pno31. crd ord, d n2, cc j pp-f j-jn n2, vbr j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1486 Page 719
14830 or assent and agreement unto which, is necessary, in order to such exercises of Faith and Holiness, without the exercise of which no man can be saved: or assent and agreement unto which, is necessary, in order to such exercises of Faith and Holiness, without the exercise of which no man can be saved: cc vvi cc n1 p-acp r-crq, vbz j, p-acp n1 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dx n1 vmb vbi vvn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14797 There are few plants which grow much in the shade, ordinarily the influences of heaven, both of the Sun and the Rain, are necessary to the growth of the plants. There Are few plants which grow much in the shade, ordinarily the influences of heaven, both of the Sun and the Rain, Are necessary to the growth of the plants. pc-acp vbr d n2 r-crq vvb av-d p-acp dt n1, av-j dt n2 pp-f n1, d pp-f dt n1 cc dt n1, vbr j p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14798 I am sure the influences of the Sun of righteousness, are necessary to the spiritual growth of a good Christian; I am sure the influences of the Sun of righteousness, Are necessary to the spiritual growth of a good Christian; pns11 vbm j dt n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1, vbr j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt j njp; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14799 and if they be with-drawn, though the soul may live, yet during the with-holdings of them, it will not much grow or thrive. and if they be withdrawn, though the soul may live, yet during the with-holdings of them, it will not much grow or thrive. cc cs pns32 vbb j, cs dt n1 vmb vvi, av p-acp dt j pp-f pno32, pn31 vmb xx d vvi cc vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14800 The soul will live during the with-drawing of them; The soul will live during the withdrawing of them; dt n1 vmb vvi p-acp dt vvg pp-f pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14801 for I have once and again told you, that the Lord never withdraweth what of his spiritual influence upon the soul is necessary to uphold and maintain the spiritual union and life; for I have once and again told you, that the Lord never withdraweth what of his spiritual influence upon the soul is necessary to uphold and maintain the spiritual Union and life; c-acp pns11 vhb a-acp cc av vvd pn22, cst dt n1 av-x vvz r-crq pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1 vbz j pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt j n1 cc n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14802 but no soul flourisheth and increaseth much under such a dispensation: but no soul flourishes and increases much under such a Dispensation: cc-acp dx n1 vvz cc vvz d p-acp d dt n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14803 it standeth in the shadow, and wanteth those beams, which are necessary to its bearing and bringing forth much fruit. it Stands in the shadow, and Wants those beams, which Are necessary to its bearing and bringing forth much fruit. pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1, cc vvz d n2, r-crq vbr j p-acp po31 n-vvg cc vvg av d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14804 These now are the great causes of that variety which we discern in Christians Growth; other causes might be assigned, These now Are the great Causes of that variety which we discern in Christians Growth; other Causes might be assigned, np1 av vbr dt j n2 pp-f d n1 r-crq pns12 vvb p-acp np1 n1; j-jn n2 vmd vbi vvn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14805 but this is sufficient, supposing God to have appointed the use of means, in order to a spiritual growth, but this is sufficient, supposing God to have appointed the use of means, in order to a spiritual growth, cc-acp d vbz j, vvg np1 pc-acp vhi vvn dt n1 pp-f n2, p-acp n1 p-acp dt j n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14806 and ordinarily to concurre with the use of those means, to justifie Divine Providence, in not equally making every Soul to grow. and ordinarily to concur with the use of those means, to justify Divine Providence, in not equally making every Soul to grow. cc av-jn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2, pc-acp vvi j-jn n1, p-acp xx av-jn vvg d n1 pc-acp vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1487 Page 720
14807 There is yet one Question more, which indeed doth not properly concern this place, in which I am to discourse concerning the Reasonableness of Divine Providence, in the inequal distributions of special distinguishing Grace; There is yet one Question more, which indeed does not properly concern this place, in which I am to discourse Concerning the Reasonableness of Divine Providence, in the inequal distributions of special distinguishing Grace; pc-acp vbz av crd n1 av-dc, r-crq av vdz xx av-j vvi d n1, p-acp r-crq pns11 vbm p-acp n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt j n2 pp-f j j-vvg n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1488 Page 720
14808 yet I shall speak something too, viz. 6th. Quest. yet I shall speak something too, viz. 6th. Quest. av pns11 vmb vvi pi av, n1 ord. n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1488 Page 720
14809 Whence it is that good People have such different Apprehensions of the Truth of God? Whence it is that good People have such different Apprehensions of the Truth of God? c-crq pn31 vbz cst j n1 vhb d j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1? (57) sermon (DIV3) 1489 Page 720
14810 1. That which makes the difficulty in the Apprehension of this, is: 1. Partly, Because there is but one Truth, one Faith, as well as one God, one Baptism, &c. Two contradictory Propositions cannot be true, 1. That which makes the difficulty in the Apprehension of this, is: 1. Partly, Because there is but one Truth, one Faith, as well as one God, one Baptism, etc. Two contradictory Propositions cannot be true, crd d r-crq vvz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f d, vbz: crd av, c-acp pc-acp vbz p-acp crd n1, crd n1, c-acp av c-acp crd np1, crd n1, av crd n1 n2 vmbx vbi j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1490 Page 720
14811 nor can both proceed from the God of Truth; nor can both proceed from the God of Truth; ccx vmb d vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1490 Page 720
14812 for the same Fountain doth not send forth bitter Water and sweet. One and the same God cannot speak different things; for the same Fountain does not send forth bitter Water and sweet. One and the same God cannot speak different things; p-acp dt d n1 vdz xx vvi av j n1 cc j. crd cc dt d np1 vmbx vvi j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1490 Page 720
14813 God is Truth, and every Truth is from God; no lie, no falshood, cannot possibly be from God. God is Truth, and every Truth is from God; no lie, no falsehood, cannot possibly be from God. np1 vbz n1, cc d n1 vbz p-acp np1; dx n1, dx n1, vmbx av-j vbi p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1490 Page 720
14814 2. Partly, Because all the People of God have the same Spirit of God, which is called the Spirit of Truth dwelling in them, 2. Partly, Because all the People of God have the same Spirit of God, which is called the Spirit of Truth Dwelling in them, crd av, c-acp d dt n1 pp-f np1 vhb dt d n1 pp-f np1, r-crq vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1491 Page 720
14815 and are under the same Promise of this Holy Spirit, leading them into all truth, and the Annointings, teaching them all things. and Are under the same Promise of this Holy Spirit, leading them into all truth, and the Anointings, teaching them all things. cc vbr p-acp dt d vvb pp-f d j n1, vvg pno32 p-acp d n1, cc dt n2, vvg pno32 d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1491 Page 720
14867 and therefore different Apprehensions in that and such like Propositions, is not at all to be wondred at, and Therefore different Apprehensions in that and such like Propositions, is not At all to be wondered At, cc av j n2 p-acp d cc d j n2, vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 724
14816 3. Again, They have all the same word of truth to guide them, and to examine and measure Propositions by; they have the Law and the Testimony, and that is the Standard in the Market of Truth; 3. Again, They have all the same word of truth to guide them, and to examine and measure Propositions by; they have the Law and the Testimony, and that is the Standard in the Market of Truth; crd av, pns32 vhb d dt d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi pno32, cc pc-acp vvi cc vvb n2 p-acp; pns32 vhb dt n1 cc dt n1, cc d vbz dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1492 Page 721
14817 the Touch-stone by which every Proposition is to be tryed, the Scale in which every Proposition is to be weighed. the Touchstone by which every Proposition is to be tried, the Scale in which every Proposition is to be weighed. dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn, dt n1 p-acp r-crq d n1 vbz pc-acp vbi vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1492 Page 721
14818 Yet notwithstanding this, There is nothing more obvious than that, even such who (if we may judge any thing) do truly fear God, have strangely different apprehensions concerning Divine Truth, concerning the Sacraments, the use of the Law, the extent of the Death of Christ, the power of mans Will, the true notion of Faith, &c. Yet notwithstanding this, There is nothing more obvious than that, even such who (if we may judge any thing) do truly Fear God, have strangely different apprehensions Concerning Divine Truth, Concerning the Sacraments, the use of the Law, the extent of the Death of christ, the power of men Will, the true notion of Faith, etc. av p-acp d, pc-acp vbz pix av-dc j cs d, av d r-crq (cs pns12 vmb vvi d n1) vdb av-j vvi np1, vhb av-j j n2 vvg j-jn n1, vvg dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, dt n1 pp-f ng1 n1, dt j n1 pp-f n1, av (57) sermon (DIV3) 1493 Page 721
14819 Now the question is, Whence this variety is, why God permitteth it, and how the motions of Divine Providence, in these things, may appear just and reasonable? I shut out of this Discourse, the different Apprehensions of Carnal, wicked, Now the question is, Whence this variety is, why God permitteth it, and how the motions of Divine Providence, in these things, may appear just and reasonable? I shut out of this Discourse, the different Apprehensions of Carnal, wicked, av dt n1 vbz, c-crq d n1 vbz, c-crq np1 vvz pn31, cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp d n2, vmb vvi j cc j? pns11 vvb av pp-f d n1, dt j n2 pp-f j, j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14820 and ungodly men, whose Creed is commonly dictated by their lust; and ungodly men, whose Creed is commonly dictated by their lust; cc j n2, rg-crq np1 vbz av-j vvn p-acp po32 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14821 and their whole art and study is, because they cannot allow the conforming of their hearts to Divine Truth, to endeavour to interpret the Word of God into a fense consistent with their lusts; and their Whole art and study is, Because they cannot allow the conforming of their hearts to Divine Truth, to endeavour to interpret the Word of God into a fence consistent with their Lustiest; cc po32 j-jn n1 cc n1 vbz, c-acp pns32 vmbx vvi dt vvg pp-f po32 n2 p-acp j-jn n1, pc-acp vvi pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1 j p-acp po32 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14822 as also all such as the Apostle speaketh of, whom because they received not the truth in the love of it, God gives up to strong delusions to believe a lie; as also all such as the Apostle speaks of, whom Because they received not the truth in the love of it, God gives up to strong delusions to believe a lie; c-acp av d d c-acp dt n1 vvz pp-f, r-crq c-acp pns32 vvd xx dt n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, np1 vvz a-acp p-acp j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14823 that they may be damned because they have had pleasure in unrighteousness: that they may be damned Because they have had pleasure in unrighteousness: cst pns32 vmb vbi vvn c-acp pns32 vhb vhn n1 p-acp n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14824 2 Thes. 2.9, 10, 11, 12. or because as the Astle speaketh, Rom. 1. They have detained the truth of God in unrighteousness. 2 Thebes 2.9, 10, 11, 12. or Because as the Astle speaks, Rom. 1. They have detained the truth of God in unrighteousness. crd np1 crd, crd, crd, crd cc p-acp p-acp dt np1 vvz, np1 crd pns32 vhb vvn dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14825 I say, for all these I shall shut them out of my Discourse, and onely inquire whence such as truly love and fear God, have such different Apprehensions; I say, for all these I shall shut them out of my Discourse, and only inquire whence such as truly love and Fear God, have such different Apprehensions; pns11 vvb, p-acp d d pns11 vmb vvi pno32 av pp-f po11 n1, cc av-j vvi c-crq d c-acp av-j n1 cc vvb np1, vhb d j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14826 and wherein the motions of Divine Providence, in permitting of them, seem just and reasonable. and wherein the motions of Divine Providence, in permitting of them, seem just and reasonable. cc c-crq dt n2 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp vvg pp-f pno32, vvb j cc j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1494 Page 721
14827 1. It first must be laid down for a Principle, That the providence of God never doth nor can suffer any elect Soul to embrace and die in any belief of any Proposition, by the belief of which its Salvation may be endangered. 1. It First must be laid down for a Principle, That the providence of God never does nor can suffer any elect Soul to embrace and die in any belief of any Proposition, by the belief of which its Salvation may be endangered. crd pn31 ord vmb vbi vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1, cst dt n1 pp-f np1 av-x vdz ccx vmb vvi d j-vvn n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi p-acp d n1 pp-f d n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq po31 n1 vmb vbi vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 721
14828 The Apostle telleth you of some that bring in damnable Heresies. Every Deviation from any Doctrine of Truth is an Error; but an Error is one thing, a damnable Error is another thing. The Apostle Telleth you of Some that bring in damnable Heresies. Every Deviation from any Doctrine of Truth is an Error; but an Error is one thing, a damnable Error is Another thing. dt n1 vvz pn22 pp-f d cst vvb p-acp j n2. d n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 vbz dt n1; p-acp dt n1 vbz crd n1, dt j n1 vbz j-jn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 721
14829 There hath been a great deal of stir about Fundamentals, what Truths and Errors are Fundamental; I shall not engage my self in that Dispute, but shall determine those Fundamental Truths, the belief of, There hath been a great deal of stir about Fundamentals, what Truths and Errors Are Fundamental; I shall not engage my self in that Dispute, but shall determine those Fundamental Truths, the belief of, pc-acp vhz vbn dt j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2-j, r-crq n2 cc n2 vbr j; pns11 vmb xx vvi po11 n1 p-acp d vvb, cc-acp vmb vvi d j n2, dt n1 pp-f, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14868 nor are any to be condemned as not belonging to God for their different Apprehensions concerning them. nor Are any to be condemned as not belonging to God for their different Apprehensions Concerning them. ccx vbr d pc-acp vbi vvn c-acp xx vvg p-acp np1 p-acp po32 j n2 vvg pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 724
14831 And those are Fundamental Errors, which a man cannot hold, and in the mean time exercise that Faith and Holiness, without the exercise of which no man can be saved. And those Are Fundamental Errors, which a man cannot hold, and in the mean time exercise that Faith and Holiness, without the exercise of which no man can be saved. cc d vbr j n2, r-crq dt n1 vmbx vvi, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi cst n1 cc n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq dx n1 vmb vbi vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14832 As now, supposing that Faith in Jesus Christ is necessary to Salvation; A denial of the God-head of Christ must needs be a fundamental Error: As now, supposing that Faith in jesus christ is necessary to Salvation; A denial of the Godhead of christ must needs be a fundamental Error: c-acp av, vvg d n1 p-acp np1 np1 vbz j p-acp n1; dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb av vbi dt j n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14833 for Cursed is he that trusteth in Man, and maketh Flesh his Arm: for Cursed is he that Trusteth in Man, and makes Flesh his Arm: c-acp vvn vbz pns31 cst vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz n1 po31 n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14834 The true and living God alone can be the object of our Faith. Now I do not say but a Child of God may fall in with, The true and living God alone can be the Object of our Faith. Now I do not say but a Child of God may fallen in with, dt j cc j-vvg np1 av-j vmb vbi dt n1 pp-f po12 n1. av pns11 vdb xx vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi p-acp p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14835 and for a time embrace such Errors. and for a time embrace such Errors. cc p-acp dt n1 vvb d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14836 The Providence of God may permit him thus to fall, but it cannot, it doth not, suffer any of the Elect of God, to hold on and perish in the faith of any Propositions of this nature; The Providence of God may permit him thus to fallen, but it cannot, it does not, suffer any of the Elect of God, to hold on and perish in the faith of any Propositions of this nature; dt n1 pp-f np1 vmb vvi pno31 av pc-acp vvi, cc-acp pn31 vmbx, pn31 vdz xx, vvb d pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, pc-acp vvi a-acp cc vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d n2 pp-f d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14837 for then the elect of God might be deceived, which our Saviour hath determined impossible; then a Soul ordained to Life, given to Christ, might perish eternally; for then the elect of God might be deceived, which our Saviour hath determined impossible; then a Soul ordained to Life, given to christ, might perish eternally; c-acp cs dt n-vvn pp-f np1 vmd vbi vvn, r-crq po12 n1 vhz vvn j; av dt n1 vvn p-acp n1, vvn p-acp np1, vmd vvi av-j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14838 which is not consistent with the certainty of Divine Purposes, and infallibility of Divine Decrees. which is not consistent with the certainty of Divine Purposes, and infallibility of Divine Decrees. r-crq vbz xx j p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc n1 pp-f j-jn n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14839 Although therefore an elect Vessel may receive some such corrupt Liquor, yet it shall not, it cannot abide in it, Although Therefore an elect Vessel may receive Some such corrupt Liquour, yet it shall not, it cannot abide in it, cs av dt j-vvn n1 vmb vvi d d j n1, av pn31 vmb xx, pn31 vmbx vvi p-acp pn31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14840 though it may be for a time taken in such a snare of the Devil; though it may be for a time taken in such a snare of the devil; cs pn31 vmb vbi p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp d dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14841 yet the snare shall be broken, and it shall be delivered before it comes to leave the Body. yet the snare shall be broken, and it shall be Delivered before it comes to leave the Body. av dt n1 vmb vbi vvn, cc pn31 vmb vbi vvn p-acp pn31 vvz pc-acp vvi dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14842 The question onely must be concerning a mis belief of other Propositions, a mis-belief of which is sinful, but not damnable. The question only must be Concerning a mis belief of other Propositions, a misbelief of which is sinful, but not damnable. dt n1 av-j vmb vbi vvg dt fw-fr n1 pp-f j-jn n2, dt n1 pp-f r-crq vbz j, cc-acp xx j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1495 Page 722
14843 And for those Promises of the Spirit leading the People of God into all Truth, And for those Promises of the Spirit leading the People of God into all Truth, cc p-acp d vvz pp-f dt n1 vvg dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1496 Page 722
14844 and of the Annointing, teaching them all things, they must be interpreted of such Propositions as are necessary to be believed in order to the Salvation of the Soul; and of the Anointing, teaching them all things, they must be interpreted of such Propositions as Are necessary to be believed in order to the Salvation of the Soul; cc pp-f dt vvg, vvg pno32 d n2, pns32 vmb vbi vvn pp-f d n2 c-acp vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1496 Page 722
14845 else ignorance of other Propositions, as well as Error relating to them, would argue men and women to be destitute of the Spirit of God, Else ignorance of other Propositions, as well as Error relating to them, would argue men and women to be destitute of the Spirit of God, av n1 pp-f j-jn n2, c-acp av c-acp n1 vvg p-acp pno32, vmd vvi n2 cc n2 pc-acp vbi j pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1496 Page 722
14846 and not to have the Holy Spirit dwelling in them. and not to have the Holy Spirit Dwelling in them. cc xx pc-acp vhi dt j n1 vvg p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1496 Page 722
14847 2. Secondly, As to Propositions of Truth, that are not in this sense fundamental, the reason of the difference is very obvious, 2. Secondly, As to Propositions of Truth, that Are not in this sense fundamental, the reason of the difference is very obvious, crd ord, c-acp p-acp n2 pp-f n1, cst vbr xx p-acp d n1 j, dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz av j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 722
14848 and that both upon a Natural, and a Moral, and Spiritual account, Upon, 1. A spiritual account, Diverse Propositions of Truth of this nature, are not so clearly written in Scripture, that he who runneth may read them. and that both upon a Natural, and a Moral, and Spiritual account, Upon, 1. A spiritual account, Diverse Propositions of Truth of this nature, Are not so clearly written in Scripture, that he who Runneth may read them. cc cst d p-acp dt j, cc dt j, cc j vvb, p-acp, crd dt j n1, j n2 pp-f n1 pp-f d n1, vbr xx av av-j vvn p-acp n1, cst pns31 r-crq vvz vmb vvi pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14869 3. Thirdly, As to the Act of Providence, permitting these different apprehensions, it cannot be denied to be an Act exceeding reasonable, 3. Thirdly, As to the Act of Providence, permitting these different apprehensions, it cannot be denied to be an Act exceeding reasonable, crd ord, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, vvg d j n2, pn31 vmbx vbi vvn pc-acp vbi dt n1 vvg j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14849 It was I think Augustines saying of the Holy Scriptures, That there were divers parts of them, in which a Lamb might wade, others wherein an Elephant may swim. It is the great mercy of God to us, that those Propositions of Truth, which are necessary to be agreed to, in order to the exercises of our Faith and Holiness; It was I think Augustine's saying of the Holy Scriptures, That there were diverse parts of them, in which a Lamb might wade, Others wherein an Elephant may swim. It is the great mercy of God to us, that those Propositions of Truth, which Are necessary to be agreed to, in order to the exercises of our Faith and Holiness; pn31 vbds pns11 vvb njp2 vvg pp-f dt j n2, cst a-acp vbdr j n2 pp-f pno32, p-acp r-crq dt n1 vmd vvi, n2-jn c-crq dt n1 vmb vvi. pn31 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno12, cst d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vbr j pc-acp vbi vvn p-acp, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po12 n1 cc n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14850 are left in Scripture so plain, and so often repeated, that if a man will not shut his eyes and suffer his lust to give law to his understanding, he must agree to them; Are left in Scripture so plain, and so often repeated, that if a man will not shut his eyes and suffer his lust to give law to his understanding, he must agree to them; vbr vvn p-acp n1 av j, cc av av vvn, cst cs dt n1 vmb xx vvi po31 n2 cc vvi po31 n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1, pns31 vmb vvi p-acp pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14851 but now divers other Propositions are not so, but so delivered, as that the truth of them is justly the subject of dispute; but now diverse other Propositions Are not so, but so Delivered, as that the truth of them is justly the Subject of dispute; cc-acp av j j-jn n2 vbr xx av, cc-acp av vvn, c-acp cst dt n1 pp-f pno32 vbz av-j dt n-jn pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14852 and they are fit for a ventilation, and possibly must be concluded from consequences. 2. Upon a natural account. Every one hath not the same quickness of Apprehension, the same strength for ratiocination, and they Are fit for a ventilation, and possibly must be concluded from consequences. 2. Upon a natural account. Every one hath not the same quickness of Apprehension, the same strength for ratiocination, cc pns32 vbr j p-acp dt n1, cc av-j vmb vbi vvn p-acp n2. crd p-acp dt j n1. d pi vhz xx dt d n1 pp-f n1, dt d n1 p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14853 and ability for rational and logical deductions. 3. Nor Thirdly (which is that which I meant by a moral account) Hath every one the same helps and means, and ability for rational and logical deductions. 3. Nor Thirdly (which is that which I meant by a moral account) Hath every one the same helps and means, cc n1 p-acp j cc j n2. crd ccx ord (r-crq vbz d r-crq pns11 vvd p-acp dt j n1) vhz d pi dt d n2 cc n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14854 or capacity to use helps and means to discern Truth from Error, and find out what indeed is the Truth, or capacity to use helps and means to discern Truth from Error, and find out what indeed is the Truth, cc n1 pc-acp vvi n2 cc vvz pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp n1, cc vvi av q-crq av vbz dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14855 as to a Proposition laid before him; as to a Proposition laid before him; c-acp p-acp dt n1 vvn p-acp pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14856 so that although they have all the same Spirit of Truth dwelling in them, and the same Word of Truth to weigh and measure Propositions by, so that although they have all the same Spirit of Truth Dwelling in them, and the same Word of Truth to weigh and measure Propositions by, av cst cs pns32 vhb d dt d n1 pp-f n1 vvg p-acp pno32, cc dt d n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi n2 p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14857 yet the Holy Spirit being no more engaged to keep them from every error of the understanding, yet the Holy Spirit being no more engaged to keep them from every error of the understanding, av dt j n1 vbg av-dx av-dc vvn pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14858 than from every error of practice; than from every error of practice; cs p-acp d n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14859 and they not having the same faculty to apprehend Truth, nor the same means and advantages to understand the Mind and Will of God; and they not having the same faculty to apprehend Truth, nor the same means and advantages to understand the Mind and Will of God; cc pns32 xx vhg dt d n1 pc-acp vvi n1, ccx av d n2 cc n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14860 it is not at all to be wondered if they have not all the same Apprehension of every Proposition of Truth: it is not At all to be wondered if they have not all the same Apprehension of every Proposition of Truth: pn31 vbz xx p-acp d pc-acp vbi vvn cs pns32 vhb xx d dt d n1 pp-f d n1 pp-f n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14861 nor is it to be expected that all Christians should have so, more than that they should have all the same Faces. nor is it to be expected that all Christians should have so, more than that they should have all the same Faces. ccx vbz pn31 pc-acp vbi vvn cst d np1 vmd vhi av, av-dc cs cst pns32 vmd vhi d dt d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14862 For Example, Take but the Propositions concerning Infant Baptism, I doubt not, no more I think do you that hear me, For Exampl, Take but the Propositions Concerning Infant Baptism, I doubt not, no more I think do you that hear me, p-acp n1, vvb p-acp dt n2 vvg n1 n1, pns11 vvb xx, av-dx av-dc pns11 vvb vdb pn22 cst vvb pno11, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14863 but that Infants are to be baptized; but that Infants Are to be baptised; cc-acp d n2 vbr pc-acp vbi vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14864 But how do we gather it? We have no express Scripture for that more than for Womens receiving the Lords Supper; but we conclude it from the identity of the Covenant of Grace under the Old and New Testament, from the Precept for Circumcision, from the right of Infants to the Kingdom of God; But how do we gather it? We have no express Scripture for that more than for Women's receiving the lords Supper; but we conclude it from the identity of the Covenant of Grace under the Old and New Testament, from the Precept for Circumcision, from the right of Infants to the Kingdom of God; cc-acp q-crq vdb pns12 vvb pn31? pns12 vhb dx j n1 p-acp d dc cs p-acp ng2 vvg dt n2 n1; p-acp pns12 vvb pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp dt j cc j n1, p-acp dt n1 p-acp n1, p-acp dt n-jn pp-f n2 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 723
14865 and many other such like Topicks. But every one hath not the same ability of Reasoning, and many other such like Topicks. But every one hath not the same ability of Reasoning, cc d j-jn d av-j np2. p-acp d pi vhz xx dt d n1 pp-f vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 724
14866 nor the same Apprehensions of the force of Conclusions; nor the same Apprehensions of the force of Conclusions; ccx av d n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1497 Page 724
14870 and the product of a Depth of Divine Wisdom. 1. Reasonable, That man may act freely according to his nature in the choice, or refusal of Propositions. and the product of a Depth of Divine Wisdom. 1. Reasonable, That man may act freely according to his nature in the choice, or refusal of Propositions. cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1. crd j, cst n1 vmb vvi av-j vvg p-acp po31 n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n1 pp-f n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14871 2. The Product of great Wisdom. 1. For the further confirmation of the Souls of his People in the truth. 2. The Product of great Wisdom. 1. For the further confirmation of the Souls of his People in the truth. crd dt n1 pp-f j n1. crd p-acp dt jc n1 pp-f dt n2 pp-f po31 n1 p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14872 It is an usual saying, That there are no Propositions, which we more firmly believe, than those about which we have sometimes doubted. It is an usual saying, That there Are no Propositions, which we more firmly believe, than those about which we have sometime doubted. pn31 vbz dt j n-vvg, cst a-acp vbr dx n2, r-crq pns12 av-dc av-j vvi, cs d p-acp r-crq pns12 vhb av vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14873 Nihil magis certum, quam quod ex dubio certumest. Truth receiveth a great confirmation, by the shakings of some Velitations and Disputes about it. Nihil magis certum, quam quod ex dubio certumest. Truth receives a great confirmation, by the shakings of Some Velitations and Disputes about it. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-it vv2. n1 vvz dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f d n2 cc vvz p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14874 It was the saying of an eminent person of our own Church, That the itch of disputing was the scab of the Church; It was the saying of an eminent person of our own Church, That the itch of disputing was the scab of the Church; pn31 vbds dt n-vvg pp-f dt j n1 pp-f po12 d n1, cst dt n1 pp-f vvg vbds dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14875 and truly it hath proved so, but it hath been by accident: and truly it hath proved so, but it hath been by accident: cc av-j pn31 vhz vvn av, cc-acp pn31 vhz vbn p-acp n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14876 men coming to dispute, bringing as Augustine said of his own coming, sometimes to read the Scriptures, Discutiendi acumen, not Discendi pietatem; a sharpness of wit to discuss Points, not an humble pious defire to learn; men coming to dispute, bringing as Augustine said of his own coming, sometime to read the Scriptures, Discutiendi acumen, not Discendi pietatem; a sharpness of wit to discuss Points, not an humble pious desire to Learn; n2 vvg pc-acp vvi, vvg p-acp np1 vvd pp-f po31 d n-vvg, av pc-acp vvi dt n2, np1 fw-la, xx fw-la fw-la; dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi n2, xx dt j j n1 pc-acp vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14877 arguing indeed for masteries, not for truth; to get themselves, not to get the truth and glory of God the Victory: arguing indeed for masteries, not for truth; to get themselves, not to get the truth and glory of God the Victory: vvg av p-acp n2, xx p-acp n1; pc-acp vvi px32, xx pc-acp vvi dt n1 cc n1 pp-f np1 dt n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14878 but where Disputes are humbly and meekly managed, there is nothing imaginable of greater advantage to settle and ground the Soul in truth. but where Disputes Are humbly and meekly managed, there is nothing imaginable of greater advantage to settle and ground the Soul in truth. cc-acp q-crq vvz vbr av-j cc av-j vvn, pc-acp vbz pix j pp-f jc n1 pc-acp vvi cc vvi dt n1 p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14879 For after them the Soul gives assent to Propositions, not as Dictates of others, and Traditions of men, For After them the Soul gives assent to Propositions, not as Dictates of Others, and Traditions of men, p-acp p-acp pno32 dt n1 vvz n1 p-acp n2, xx c-acp vvz pp-f n2-jn, cc n2 pp-f n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14880 but because it seeth certain and unmoveable grounds, upon which they are bottomed: but Because it sees certain and Unmovable grounds, upon which they Are bottomed: cc-acp c-acp pn31 vvz j cc j-u n2, p-acp r-crq pns32 vbr j: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14881 and hears those things made to appear of no value, which are objected and can be said to the contrary; and hears those things made to appear of no valve, which Are objected and can be said to the contrary; cc vvz d n2 vvd pc-acp vvi pp-f dx n1, r-crq vbr vvn cc vmb vbi vvn p-acp dt n-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14882 and so becomes rooted and grounded in the faith (as the Apostle speaketh.) Truth yet never lost in the end by any shaking, and so becomes rooted and grounded in the faith (as the Apostle speaks.) Truth yet never lost in the end by any shaking, cc av vvz vvn cc vvn p-acp dt n1 (c-acp dt n1 vvz.) n1 av av-x vvn p-acp dt n1 p-acp d n-vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14883 but hath come out of every field a Conqueror. Magna est veritas, & praevalebit. It is great and it will prevail at last. but hath come out of every field a Conqueror. Magna est veritas, & praevalebit. It is great and it will prevail At last. cc-acp vhz vvn av pp-f d n1 dt n1. fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la. pn31 vbz j cc pn31 vmb vvi p-acp ord. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 724
14884 Different Apprehensions of Propositions, especially when they have been amongst such as truly feared God, have ordinarily caused great searchings of the Scripture, ventilation of Arguments, Different Apprehensions of Propositions, especially when they have been among such as truly feared God, have ordinarily caused great searchings of the Scripture, ventilation of Arguments, j n2 pp-f n2, av-j c-crq pns32 vhb vbn p-acp d c-acp av-j vvd np1, vhb av-j vvd j n2-vvg pp-f dt n1, n1 pp-f n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 725
14885 and tended much to the furtherance of the Faith; and tended much to the furtherance of the Faith; cc vvd av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 725
14886 although at present they have made but ill founds and noises in the Church of God. although At present they have made but ill founds and noises in the Church of God. cs p-acp j pns32 vhb vvn p-acp j-jn vvz cc vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1498 Page 725
14887 2. The Wisdom of God is much seen in permitting these Diversities, To convince us that The Kingdom of God is not Meat and Drink, 2. The Wisdom of God is much seen in permitting these Diversities, To convince us that The Kingdom of God is not Meat and Drink, crd dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp vvg d n2, pc-acp vvi pno12 d dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz xx n1 cc vvb, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14888 but Righteousness, and Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost: but Righteousness, and Peace, and Joy in the Holy Ghost: cc-acp n1, cc n1, cc n1 p-acp dt j n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14889 For he that in these things serveth Christ, is acceptable to God and approveable to Men; For he that in these things serves christ, is acceptable to God and approvable to Men; c-acp pns31 cst p-acp d n2 vvz np1, vbz j p-acp np1 cc j p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14890 Rom. 14.17, 18. It is a great vanity in men to entail Religion, yea and the Kingdom of Heaven too, to a particular opinion; yet we are so vain, Rom. 14.17, 18. It is a great vanity in men to entail Religion, yea and the Kingdom of Heaven too, to a particular opinion; yet we Are so vain, np1 crd, crd pn31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp n2 pc-acp vvi n1, uh cc dt n1 pp-f n1 av, p-acp dt j n1; av pns12 vbr av j, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14891 as we should most certainly do it, if God by his Providence did not so order it that we should see many, of whom we cannot say but that they fear God, and walk closely with him; as we should most Certainly do it, if God by his Providence did not so order it that we should see many, of whom we cannot say but that they Fear God, and walk closely with him; c-acp pns12 vmd av-ds av-j vdi pn31, cs np1 p-acp po31 n1 vdd xx av vvi pn31 cst pns12 vmd vvi d, pp-f ro-crq pns12 vmbx vvi cc-acp cst pns32 vvb np1, cc vvi av-j p-acp pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14892 yea, that they are more righteous than our selves, of different opinions and judgments from us in some particular things: yea, that they Are more righteous than our selves, of different opinions and Judgments from us in Some particular things: uh, cst pns32 vbr av-dc j cs po12 n2, pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp pno12 p-acp d j n2: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14893 you cannot but observe in the world, how fond and zealous, some persons are for a particular opinion, more than for the great things of Righteousness and Holiness, which are certainly the far more weighty things of the Divine Law; you cannot but observe in the world, how found and zealous, Some Persons Are for a particular opinion, more than for the great things of Righteousness and Holiness, which Are Certainly the Far more weighty things of the Divine Law; pn22 vmbx cc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, c-crq j cc j, d n2 vbr p-acp dt j n1, av-dc cs p-acp dt j n2 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq vbr av-j dt av-j av-dc j n2 pp-f dt j-jn n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14894 and how warm and zealous, and bitter, men are, more against their Brethren, for their differences from them in some matters of opinion; and how warm and zealous, and bitter, men Are, more against their Brothers, for their differences from them in Some matters of opinion; cc c-crq j cc j, cc j, n2 vbr, n1 p-acp po32 n2, p-acp po32 n2 p-acp pno32 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14895 wherein if they sin, yet their sins proceed from meer infirmity; wherein if they sin, yet their Sins proceed from mere infirmity; c-crq cs pns32 vvb, av po32 n2 vvb p-acp j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14896 and the weakness of their understandings must be sins of the least magnitude (for it is not in the power of man to believe what he will) than against those that are open and notorious transgressors of the Law of God, in things as to which, every man is condemned by his own Conscience. and the weakness of their understandings must be Sins of the least magnitude (for it is not in the power of man to believe what he will) than against those that Are open and notorious transgressors of the Law of God, in things as to which, every man is condemned by his own Conscience. cc dt n1 pp-f po32 n2 vmb vbi n2 pp-f dt ds n1 (c-acp pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmb) cs p-acp d cst vbr j cc j n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1, p-acp n2 c-acp p-acp r-crq, d n1 vbz vvn p-acp po31 d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1499 Page 725
14897 3. Thirdly, The Wisdom of God is much seen in the permission of these different apprehensions in the Souls of his own People, In his thus directing us to the exercise of charity. 3. Thirdly, The Wisdom of God is much seen in the permission of these different apprehensions in the Souls of his own People, In his thus directing us to the exercise of charity. crd ord, dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz av-d vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, p-acp po31 av vvg pno12 p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 725
14898 We use to say, That Precepts lead us to Duty, but Examples draw us. There is no duty more pressed upon us in Scripture, We use to say, That Precepts led us to Duty, but Examples draw us. There is no duty more pressed upon us in Scripture, pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi, cst n2 vvb pno12 p-acp n1, p-acp n2 vvb pno12. pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-dc vvn p-acp pno12 p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 725
14899 than the duty of Charity and Brotherly Love; nor any to which our hearts, prejudiced by Pride, Envy, and Lust, are more awke: than the duty of Charity and Brotherly Love; nor any to which our hearts, prejudiced by Pride, Envy, and Lust, Are more awke: cs dt n1 pp-f n1 cc av-j n1; ccx d p-acp r-crq po12 n2, vvn p-acp n1, n1, cc n1, vbr n1 n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 725
14900 the heart of man naturally seeks some higher ground, on which he may stand and triumph over his Neighbour, the heart of man naturally seeks Some higher ground, on which he may stand and triumph over his Neighbour, dt n1 pp-f n1 av-j vvz d jc n1, p-acp r-crq pns31 vmb vvi cc vvi p-acp po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 725
14901 and be able to say in this or that thing I am better; and be able to say in this or that thing I am better; cc vbi j pc-acp vvi p-acp d cc d n1 pns11 vbm j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 725
14902 and God! I thank thee, I am not as others are; amongst other things it sometimes finds an Opinion, which it Christens with the name of Orthodox Catholick Truth; and this shall distinguish him: and God! I thank thee, I am not as Others Are; among other things it sometime finds an Opinion, which it Christens with the name of Orthodox Catholic Truth; and this shall distinguish him: cc np1 pns11 vvb pno21, pns11 vbm xx p-acp n2-jn vbr; p-acp j-jn n2 pn31 av vvz dt n1, r-crq pn31 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 njp n1; cc d vmb vvi pno31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14903 all that dissents from him shall be Hereticks, or Schismaticks, or Ignorant Persons; he and his party onely shall make up the Catholick Church: others know not the Law (if you will believe him) and are accursed. Now though this may prevail very far with men of Carnal Principles and Designs, yet when Gods People see, that those who differ in some particular opinions from them, all that dissents from him shall be Heretics, or Schismatics, or Ignorant Persons; he and his party only shall make up the Catholic Church: Others know not the Law (if you will believe him) and Are accursed. Now though this may prevail very Far with men of Carnal Principles and Designs, yet when God's People see, that those who differ in Some particular opinions from them, d cst vvz p-acp pno31 vmb vbi n2, cc n1, cc j n2; pns31 cc po31 n1 av-j vmb vvi a-acp dt njp n1: n2-jn vvb xx dt n1 (cs pn22 vmb vvi pno31) cc vbr vvn. av cs d vmb vvi av av-j p-acp n2 pp-f j n2 cc n2, av c-crq npg1 n1 vvi, cst d r-crq vvb p-acp d j n2 p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14922 3. Sad and dejected. 4. Not growing so fast in the wayes of God as others. 3. Sad and dejected. 4. Not growing so fast in the ways of God as Others. crd j cc j-vvn. crd xx vvg av av-j p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp n2-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14904 yet walk so as they dare not but say, God hath loved and accepted them: this overcometh their hearts into their duty. yet walk so as they Dare not but say, God hath loved and accepted them: this Overcometh their hearts into their duty. av vvb av c-acp pns32 vvb xx cc-acp vvi, np1 vhz vvn cc vvd pno32: d vvz po32 n2 p-acp po32 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14905 Should not (say they) we love those whom our Heavenly Father loveth? Who are Sprinkled with the Blood of Jesus Christ, as well as we; Should not (say they) we love those whom our Heavenly Father loves? Who Are Sprinkled with the Blood of jesus christ, as well as we; vmd xx (vvb pns32) pns12 vvb d ro-crq po12 j n1 vvz? q-crq vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 np1, c-acp av c-acp pns12; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14906 Justified by the Grace of God, and Sanctified through the Holy Spirit, even as we? It were an easie thing to assign many other things, wherein the Wisdom of God is apparent in this permission of different Apprehensions of Truth in the Souls of his own People; Justified by the Grace of God, and Sanctified through the Holy Spirit, even as we? It were an easy thing to assign many other things, wherein the Wisdom of God is apparent in this permission of different Apprehensions of Truth in the Souls of his own People; vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc vvn p-acp dt j n1, av c-acp pns12? pn31 vbdr dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d j-jn n2, c-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz j p-acp d n1 pp-f j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14907 as to shew us our weakness, and the imperfection of our state, and what need we have to be daily flying to him to teach us and to guide us, &c. But this is sufficient, both to have given you a reasonable account of the thing it self, as to show us our weakness, and the imperfection of our state, and what need we have to be daily flying to him to teach us and to guide us, etc. But this is sufficient, both to have given you a reasonable account of the thing it self, c-acp pc-acp vvi pno12 po12 n1, cc dt n1 pp-f po12 n1, cc r-crq n1 pns12 vhb pc-acp vbi av-j vvg p-acp pno31 p-acp vvb pno12 cc p-acp vvb pno12, av p-acp d vbz j, av-d pc-acp vhi vvn pn22 dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 pn31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14908 and also of the motion of Divine Providence, in the permission and allowance of it. and also of the motion of Divine Providence, in the permission and allowance of it. cc av pp-f dt n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14909 I shall now shut up this whole Discourse with a few words more for the practical Application of my whole Discourse upon these five last Questions; I shall now shut up this Whole Discourse with a few words more for the practical Application of my Whole Discourse upon these five last Questions; pns11 vmb av vvi a-acp d j-jn n1 p-acp dt d n2 av-dc p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po11 j-jn n1 p-acp d crd ord n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14910 which to shorten my Discourse I have handled together. which to shorten my Discourse I have handled together. r-crq pc-acp vvi po11 n1 pns11 vhb vvn av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1500 Page 726
14911 The sum of my whole Discourse is this, That God according to his infinite Wisdom never did, The sum of my Whole Discourse is this, That God according to his infinite Wisdom never did, dt n1 pp-f po11 j-jn n1 vbz d, cst np1 vvg p-acp po31 j n1 av-x vdd, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14912 nor yet doth, unto the Souls of his own People, dispense out equal measures of Grace. 1. Strengthening them to Spiritual Duty. nor yet does, unto the Souls of his own People, dispense out equal measures of Grace. 1. Strengthening them to Spiritual Duty. ccx av vdz, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 d n1, vvb av j-jn n2 pp-f n1. crd vvg pno32 p-acp j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14913 Nor 2. Quickening them in the performance of it. Nor 2. Quickening them in the performance of it. ccx crd j-vvg pno32 p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14914 3. Nor Comforting and refreshing their Souls with the sensible consolations of his spirit, 4. Nor causing them all alike to grow, nor giving them equal degrees of light to discern the truth of Propositions of Truth; 3. Nor Comforting and refreshing their Souls with the sensible consolations of his Spirit, 4. Nor causing them all alike to grow, nor giving them equal Degrees of Light to discern the truth of Propositions of Truth; crd ccx vvg cc vvg po32 n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f po31 n1, crd ccx vvg pno32 d av pc-acp vvi, ccx vvg pno32 j-jn n2 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f n2 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14915 and then that these motions of Divine Providence are exceeding reasonable, and God in them is infinitely wise and just; the evidencing of this hath been all my Work: and then that these motions of Divine Providence Are exceeding reasonable, and God in them is infinitely wise and just; the evidencing of this hath been all my Work: cc av cst d n2 pp-f j-jn n1 vbr vvg j, cc np1 p-acp pno32 vbz av-j j cc j; dt n-vvg pp-f d vhz vbn d po11 n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14916 Which I have done from several Topicks. Which I have done from several Topicks. r-crq pns11 vhb vdn p-acp j np2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 726
14917 My whole Application shall be reduced to two Heads, shewing you how useful this Discourse may be for the promoting of, 1. Charity towards men. 2. Of Piety towards God. The later is indeed first in excellency. My Whole Application shall be reduced to two Heads, showing you how useful this Discourse may be for the promoting of, 1. Charity towards men. 2. Of Piety towards God. The later is indeed First in excellency. po11 j-jn n1 vmb vbi vvn p-acp crd n2, vvg pn22 c-crq j d n1 vmb vbi p-acp dt j-vvg a-acp, crd n1 p-acp n2. crd pp-f n1 p-acp np1. dt jc vbz av ord p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 727
14918 I have put it in the last place, because I intend my largest Discourse upon it; I have put it in the last place, Because I intend my Largest Discourse upon it; pns11 vhb vvn pn31 p-acp dt ord n1, c-acp pns11 vvb po11 js n1 p-acp pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 727
14919 and with it to shut up this whole Discourse concerning Actual Providence. and with it to shut up this Whole Discourse Concerning Actual Providence. cc p-acp pn31 pc-acp vvi a-acp d j-jn n1 vvg j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1501 Page 727
14920 ' This whole Discourse must certainly teach us Charity towards men; and that particularly toward such as we discern, 1. Weak unto their spiritual duty. ' This Whole Discourse must Certainly teach us Charity towards men; and that particularly towards such as we discern, 1. Weak unto their spiritual duty. ' d j-jn n1 vmb av-j vvi pno12 n1 p-acp n2; cc cst av-j p-acp d c-acp pns12 vvb, crd j p-acp po32 j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14921 2. More dull and heavy in the performance of it. 2. More dull and heavy in the performance of it. crd av-dc j cc j p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14924 Towards all these, we had need of an Exhortation to Charity. Censoriousness and Judging, are things that are too natural to us; Towards all these, we had need of an Exhortation to Charity. Censoriousness and Judging, Are things that Are too natural to us; p-acp d d, pns12 vhd n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp n1. n1 cc vvg, vbr n2 cst vbr av j p-acp pno12; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14925 and to which we are too prone. We judge others, and in the mean time forget to judge our selves. and to which we Are too prove. We judge Others, and in the mean time forget to judge our selves. cc p-acp r-crq pns12 vbr av j. pns12 vvi n2-jn, cc p-acp dt j n1 vvi pc-acp vvi po12 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14926 All this is indeed rooted in a Natural Pride. We would fain find something in which we excel others, All this is indeed rooted in a Natural Pride. We would fain find something in which we excel Others, av-d d vbz av vvn p-acp dt j n1. pns12 vmd av-j vvi pi p-acp r-crq pns12 vvi n2-jn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14927 for that onely will be matter of boasting and glory to us; for that only will be matter of boasting and glory to us; c-acp cst av-j vmb vbi n1 pp-f vvg cc n1 p-acp pno12; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14928 but this Discourse may learn us Charity. The general argument arising from this Discourse is the same which the Apostle maketh use of in Rom. 14. v. 3. v. 1. He commandeth us to receive those that are weak in the faith, though with prudence and caution, not to doubtful disputations. His argument is in the latter part of the third verse; For God hath received him. Certainly a very cogent argument. but this Discourse may Learn us Charity. The general argument arising from this Discourse is the same which the Apostle makes use of in Rom. 14. v. 3. v. 1. He commands us to receive those that Are weak in the faith, though with prudence and caution, not to doubtful disputations. His argument is in the latter part of the third verse; For God hath received him. Certainly a very cogent argument. cc-acp d n1 vmb vvi pno12 n1. dt j n1 vvg p-acp d n1 vbz dt d r-crq dt n1 vvz n1 pp-f p-acp np1 crd n1 crd n1 crd pns31 vvz pno12 p-acp vvb d cst vbr j p-acp dt n1, c-acp p-acp n1 cc n1, xx p-acp j n2. po31 n1 vbz p-acp dt d n1 pp-f dt ord n1; p-acp np1 vhz vvn pno31. av-j dt j j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14929 Those whom God hath received into his favour, into a fellowship and communion with him, no Christians ought to judge, despise, or reject; Those whom God hath received into his favour, into a fellowship and communion with him, no Christians ought to judge, despise, or reject; d r-crq np1 vhz vvn p-acp po31 n1, p-acp dt n1 cc n1 p-acp pno31, av-dx np1 vmd p-acp n1, vvb, cc vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14930 but God receiveth such as are weak in the faith. but God receives such as Are weak in the faith. cc-acp np1 vvz d c-acp vbr j p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14931 It is very absurd to think that a person should be fit for the favour of God, and for fellowship with God, and should not be worthy of, It is very absurd to think that a person should be fit for the favour of God, and for fellowship with God, and should not be worthy of, pn31 vbz av j pc-acp vvi cst dt n1 vmd vbi j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc p-acp n1 p-acp np1, cc vmd xx vbi j pp-f, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14932 nor fit for fellowship with those who are the children and servants of God. nor fit for fellowship with those who Are the children and Servants of God. ccx j p-acp n1 p-acp d r-crq vbr dt n2 cc n2 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14933 The same argument holds and constraineth in all these Cases which I have been opening to you. The same argument holds and constrains in all these Cases which I have been opening to you. dt d n1 vvz cc vvz p-acp d d n2 r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvg p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1502 Page 727
14934 1. Seest thou therefore one, Who is weak unto his spiritual duty, and is often halting and complaining of his weakness, he is not able to resist his temptations, 1. See thou Therefore one, Who is weak unto his spiritual duty, and is often halting and complaining of his weakness, he is not able to resist his temptations, crd vv2 pns21 av crd, r-crq vbz j p-acp po31 j n1, cc vbz av vvg cc vvg pp-f po31 n1, pns31 vbz xx j pc-acp vvi po31 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 727
14935 nor to get a Victory over his corruptions; the sons of Zerviah are too hard for him. nor to get a Victory over his corruptions; the Sons of Zeruiah Are too hard for him. ccx pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp po31 n2; dt n2 pp-f np1 vbr av j c-acp pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 727
14936 He cryeth out with David, Iniquities prevail against me. He Cries out with David, Iniquities prevail against me. pns31 vvz av p-acp np1, n2 vvb p-acp pno11. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 727
14937 He complains he cannot so fix his thoughts upon God, so keep up his Faith and Hope in God, as he desireth to do. He complains he cannot so fix his thoughts upon God, so keep up his Faith and Hope in God, as he Desires to do. pns31 vvz pns31 vmbx av vvi po31 n2 p-acp np1, av vvb a-acp po31 n1 cc vvb p-acp np1, c-acp pns31 vvz pc-acp vdi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 727
14938 Do not despise, do not judge or condemn such a Christian; pity him, pray for him, help him what thou canst, but do not judge him; Do not despise, do not judge or condemn such a Christian; pity him, pray for him, help him what thou Canst, but do not judge him; vdb xx vvi, vdb xx vvi cc vvi d dt njp; vvb pno31, vvb p-acp pno31, vvb pno31 r-crq pns21 vm2, cc-acp vdb xx vvi pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14939 God may have received him, yea and hath received him, if his heart be but right and sincere with God: God may have received him, yea and hath received him, if his heart be but right and sincere with God: np1 vmb vhi vvd pno31, uh cc vhz vvn pno31, cs po31 n1 vbb p-acp n-jn cc j p-acp np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14940 if the bent, scope, and design of his heart be for God, and his endeavour be a pressing hard after God; if the bent, scope, and Design of his heart be for God, and his endeavour be a pressing hard After God; cs dt n1, n1, cc n1 pp-f po31 n1 vbb p-acp np1, cc po31 n1 vbb dt vvg j p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14941 though he hath not yet attained. God must in his Family have Babes as well as grown Persons. though he hath not yet attained. God must in his Family have Babes as well as grown Persons. cs pns31 vhz xx av vvn. np1 vmb p-acp po31 n1 vhb n2 c-acp av c-acp vvn n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14942 In his Fold he must have Lambs as well as Sheep; the Providence of God hath so ordered it in infinite wisdom. In his Fold he must have Lambs as well as Sheep; the Providence of God hath so ordered it in infinite Wisdom. p-acp po31 vvb pns31 vmb vhi n2 c-acp av c-acp n1; dt n1 pp-f np1 vhz av vvn pn31 p-acp j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14943 He accepteth none according to their degrees in grace, but according to their truth in grace and sincerity. He Accepteth none according to their Degrees in grace, but according to their truth in grace and sincerity. pns31 vvz pix vvg p-acp po32 n2 p-acp n1, cc-acp vvg p-acp po32 n1 p-acp n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14944 Remember, that thou also wert sometimes weak, and it is by grace if yet thou beest more strong; remember, that thou also Wertenberg sometime weak, and it is by grace if yet thou Best more strong; np1, cst pns21 av vbd2r av j, cc pn31 vbz p-acp n1 cs av pns21 vb2s av-dc j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14945 nay thou that art strong, mayest again be made weak. What art thou if God with-draweth his holy spirit from thee? If God letteth loose Satan against thee? Thus the Apostle, Gal. 6.1. endeavoureth to perswade Christians to a charitable endeavour to restore such as are fallen, in the spirit of meekness; nay thou that art strong, Mayest again be made weak. What art thou if God withdraweth his holy Spirit from thee? If God lets lose Satan against thee? Thus the Apostle, Gal. 6.1. endeavoureth to persuade Christians to a charitable endeavour to restore such as Are fallen, in the Spirit of meekness; uh-x pns21 cst vb2r j, vm2 av vbi vvn j. q-crq vb2r pns21 cs np1 j po31 j n1 p-acp pno21? cs np1 vvz j np1 p-acp pno21? av dt n1, np1 crd. vvz pc-acp vvi np1 p-acp dt j n1 pc-acp vvi d c-acp vbr vvn, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14946 considering (saith he) thy self, lest thou also be tempted. See what the Apostle saith upon this head, Rom. 15.1. We then that are strong, ought to bear the infirmities of the weak; considering (Says he) thy self, lest thou also be tempted. See what the Apostle Says upon this head, Rom. 15.1. We then that Are strong, ought to bear the infirmities of the weak; vvg (vvz pns31) po21 n1, cs pns21 av vbi vvn. vvb r-crq dt n1 vvz p-acp d n1, np1 crd. pns12 av d vbr j, pi pc-acp vvi dt n2 pp-f dt j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14947 and not to please our selves. Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification; and not to please our selves. Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification; cc xx pc-acp vvi po12 n2. vvb d crd pp-f pno12 vvi po31 n1 p-acp po31 j p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14948 for even Christ pleased not himself. for even christ pleased not himself. c-acp av np1 vvd xx px31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1503 Page 728
14949 2. Secondly, Seest thou one that is under a divine desertion, as to the quickening influences of the spirit of God. 2. Secondly, See thou one that is under a divine desertion, as to the quickening influences of the Spirit of God. crd ord, vv2 pns21 pi cst vbz p-acp dt j-jn n1, c-acp p-acp dt j-vvg n2 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14950 He walks in the wayes of God, but he doth not move to them, nor in them, with that alacrity of mind, with that cheerfulness and liveliness of spirit, that another doth; He walks in the ways of God, but he does not move to them, nor in them, with that alacrity of mind, with that cheerfulness and liveliness of Spirit, that Another does; pns31 vvz p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1, cc-acp pns31 vdz xx vvi p-acp pno32, ccx p-acp pno32, p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, p-acp d n1 cc n1 pp-f n1, cst j-jn vdz; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14951 he complaineth that his chariot wheels drive heavily: He comes to duty, rather as a burthen and task, he Complaineth that his chariot wheels drive heavily: He comes to duty, rather as a burden and task, pns31 vvz cst po31 n1 n2 vvi av-j: pns31 vvz p-acp n1, av-c p-acp dt n1 cc n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14952 than with any spiritual pleasure and delight. As I said in the other case, so I say in this, than with any spiritual pleasure and delight. As I said in the other case, so I say in this, cs p-acp d j n1 cc n1. c-acp pns11 vvd p-acp dt j-jn n1, av pns11 vvb p-acp d, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14953 if thou canst add any oil unto his wheels, do, but do not clog them more with thy rash censures and uncharitable judgement; if thou Canst add any oil unto his wheels, do, but do not clog them more with thy rash censures and uncharitable judgement; cs pns21 vm2 vvi d n1 p-acp po31 n2, vdb, cc-acp vdb xx vvi pno32 dc p-acp po21 j n2 cc j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14954 thou doest not know what his soul suffers, how he already groaneth under this burthen, and is discouraged under this distemper; thou dost not know what his soul suffers, how he already Groaneth under this burden, and is discouraged under this distemper; pns21 vd2 xx vvi r-crq po31 n1 vvz, c-crq pns31 av vvz p-acp d n1, cc vbz vvn p-acp d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14955 and therefore far be it from thee, to add affliction to his affliction. and Therefore Far be it from thee, to add affliction to his affliction. cc av av-j vbb pn31 p-acp pno21, pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14956 God hath received this mans soul, if he be sincere, if he be pressing after God under this burthen of affliction. God hath received this men soul, if he be sincere, if he be pressing After God under this burden of affliction. np1 vhz vvd d ng1 n1, cs pns31 vbb j, cs pns31 vbi vvg p-acp np1 p-acp d n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14957 God is not onely just in these dispensations of Providence, but he is wise also. God is not only just in these dispensations of Providence, but he is wise also. np1 vbz xx av-j j p-acp d n2 pp-f n1, p-acp pns31 vbz j av. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 728
14958 Just he is, as he by them punisheth his peoples sins. (And art thou free from sin, Just he is, as he by them Punisheth his peoples Sins. (And art thou free from since, j pns31 vbz, c-acp pns31 p-acp pno32 vvz po31 ng1 n2. (cc vb2r pns21 j p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 729
14959 for the demerit of which thou mayest also fall under the like providence?) but he is wise also: for the demerit of which thou Mayest also fallen under the like providence?) but he is wise also: p-acp dt n1 pp-f r-crq pns21 vm2 av vvi p-acp dt j n1?) cc-acp pns31 vbz j av: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 729
14960 Thereby humbling and proving his people, that he may do them good in the latter end; Thereby humbling and proving his people, that he may do them good in the latter end; av vvg cc vvg po31 n1, cst pns31 vmb vdi pno32 j p-acp dt d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 729
14961 thereby quickening them to stir up themselves to follow hard after God, and thereby also offering to thee opportunities for thy charity and brotherly help; thereby quickening them to stir up themselves to follow hard After God, and thereby also offering to thee opportunities for thy charity and brotherly help; av j-vvg pno32 pc-acp vvi a-acp px32 pc-acp vvi av-j p-acp np1, cc av av vvg p-acp pno21 n2 p-acp po21 n1 cc av-j vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 729
14962 a spiritual friend and brother being made for a day of trouble. a spiritual friend and brother being made for a day of trouble. dt j n1 cc n1 vbg vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1504 Page 729
14963 3. Thirdly, Seest thou a soul walk heavily all the day long, crying out as David, Lord wherewith wilt thou comfort me? He neither liveth in the bright and clear Vision of God, 3. Thirdly, See thou a soul walk heavily all the day long, crying out as David, Lord wherewith wilt thou Comfort me? He neither lives in the bright and clear Vision of God, crd ord, vv2 pns21 dt n1 vvb av-j d dt n1 av-j, vvg av p-acp np1, n1 c-crq vm2 pns21 vvi pno11? pns31 av-d vvz p-acp dt j cc j n1 pp-f np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14964 nor yet in the perfect view of his own sincerity; nor yet in the perfect view of his own sincerity; ccx av p-acp dt j n1 pp-f po31 d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14965 he is smitten of God and afflicted, and his soul refuseth to be comforted. Here again is another object of thy charity, he is smitten of God and afflicted, and his soul Refuseth to be comforted. Here again is Another Object of thy charity, pns31 vbz vvn pp-f np1 cc j-vvn, cc po31 n1 vvz pc-acp vbi vvn. av av vbz j-jn n1 pp-f po21 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14966 and possibly the greatest object which the whole world affordeth; and possibly the greatest Object which the Whole world affords; cc av-j dt js n1 r-crq dt j-jn n1 vvz; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14967 for there is no sorrow like the sorrow of that soul that walks heavily all the day long, crying out, Where is my God become? I shall not be large in perswading pity and charity for such poor souls, for there is no sorrow like the sorrow of that soul that walks heavily all the day long, crying out, Where is my God become? I shall not be large in persuading pity and charity for such poor Souls, c-acp pc-acp vbz dx n1 av-j dt n1 pp-f d n1 cst vvz av-j d dt n1 av-j, vvg av, q-crq vbz po11 np1 vvi? pns11 vmb xx vbi j p-acp vvg n1 cc n1 p-acp d j n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14968 for he must not have the heart of a man, but of a beast, that doth not pity souls which are thus afflicted. for he must not have the heart of a man, but of a beast, that does not pity Souls which Are thus afflicted. c-acp pns31 vmb xx vhi dt n1 pp-f dt n1, cc-acp pp-f dt n1, cst vdz xx vvi n2 r-crq vbr av vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14969 You have heard, that there are many such souls whom yet God hath received. God doth not equally distribute his dispensations of consolitary grace, to all that truly love and fear him; You have herd, that there Are many such Souls whom yet God hath received. God does not equally distribute his dispensations of consolitary grace, to all that truly love and Fear him; pn22 vhb vvn, cst a-acp vbr d d n2 r-crq av np1 vhz vvn. np1 vdz xx av-j vvi po31 n2 pp-f j n1, p-acp d cst av-j n1 cc vvi pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14970 no not to the same souls. no not to the same Souls. uh-dx xx p-acp dt d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14971 Judge not anothers truth of grace by thy own joy and peace, if thy joy and peace be truly consequent to thy believing, Judge not another's truth of grace by thy own joy and peace, if thy joy and peace be truly consequent to thy believing, n1 xx j-jn n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 d n1 cc n1, cs po21 vvb cc n1 vbb av-j j p-acp po21 vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14972 and the effect of faith in thy soul, and what Christ left to his Disciples, it will not be constant, it hath not been alwayes the same; and the Effect of faith in thy soul, and what christ left to his Disciples, it will not be constant, it hath not been always the same; cc dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp po21 n1, cc r-crq np1 vvd p-acp po31 n2, pn31 vmb xx vbi j, pn31 vhz xx vbn av dt d; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14973 thou hast also had thy sad hours: if there be a difference in degrees, this concludeth nothing against thy brother. thou hast also had thy sad hours: if there be a difference in Degrees, this Concludeth nothing against thy brother. pns21 vh2 av vhd po21 j n2: cs pc-acp vbi dt n1 p-acp n2, d vvz pix p-acp po21 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14974 If therefore thou canst speak a word in season, if thou canst comfort another with the same comfort wherewith thy own soul hath been comforted heretofore of God, do it; If Therefore thou Canst speak a word in season, if thou Canst Comfort Another with the same Comfort wherewith thy own soul hath been comforted heretofore of God, do it; cs av pns21 vm2 vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, cs pns21 vm2 vvi j-jn p-acp dt d n1 c-crq po21 d n1 vhz vbn vvn av pp-f np1, vdb pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14975 but judge charitably of thy afflicted brother, upon whom the hand of God under these dispensations, lieth very heavily. but judge charitably of thy afflicted brother, upon whom the hand of God under these dispensations, lies very heavily. cc-acp vvb av-j pp-f po21 j-vvn n1, p-acp ro-crq dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vvz av av-j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1505 Page 729
14976 4. Fourthly, Seest thou another, whose soul is not grown and thriven in grace to that degree that thine is; 4. Fourthly, See thou Another, whose soul is not grown and thriven in grace to that degree that thine is; crd ord, vv2 pns21 j-jn, rg-crq n1 vbz xx vvn cc vvn p-acp n1 p-acp d n1 cst po21 vbz; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 729
14977 his habits are not yet so confirmed, his joynts not so well knit; his habits Are not yet so confirmed, his Joints not so well knit; po31 n2 vbr xx av av vvn, po31 n2 xx av av vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 729
14978 exercise again thy charity, if thou doest but see him hold on his way, though thou doest not see he groweth stronger and stronger. God hath promised that he shall grow, he hath not promised that his growth shall be visible unto thee: exercise again thy charity, if thou dost but see him hold on his Way, though thou dost not see he grows Stronger and Stronger. God hath promised that he shall grow, he hath not promised that his growth shall be visible unto thee: vvb av po21 n1, cs pns21 vd2 p-acp vvi pno31 vvi p-acp po31 n1, cs pns21 vd2 xx vvi pns31 vvz jc cc jc. np1 vhz vvn cst pns31 vmb vvi, pns31 vhz xx vvn cst po31 n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pno21: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14979 Remember you must give allowance both for the time he hath stood in the Lords Garden, and also for the means which God hath afforded him while he hath stood there. remember you must give allowance both for the time he hath stood in the lords Garden, and also for the means which God hath afforded him while he hath stood there. vvb pn22 vmb vvi n1 av-d p-acp dt n1 pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt n2 n1, cc av p-acp dt n2 r-crq np1 vhz vvn pno31 cs pns31 vhz vvn a-acp. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14980 I observe that God judgeth of men with allowance for their temptations. Behold (saith the Apostle) the Patience of Job. The patience of Job? Job indeed did sometimes shew much patience, I observe that God Judgeth of men with allowance for their temptations. Behold (Says the Apostle) the Patience of Job. The patience of Job? Job indeed did sometime show much patience, pns11 vvb cst np1 vvz pp-f n2 p-acp n1 p-acp po32 n2. vvb (vvz dt n1) dt n1 pp-f np1. dt n1 pp-f np1? np1 av vdd av vvi d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14981 but withal he discovered eminent impatience: Witness his third Chapter, where you find him cursing the day of his birth; but withal he discovered eminent impatience: Witness his third Chapter, where you find him cursing the day of his birth; cc-acp av pns31 vvd j n1: vvb po31 ord n1, c-crq pn22 vvb pno31 vvg dt n1 pp-f po31 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14982 and other parts of his Book, where he wisheth for death, and complaineth severely of Gods dealing with him; and other parts of his Book, where he wishes for death, and Complaineth severely of God's dealing with him; cc j-jn n2 pp-f po31 n1, c-crq pns31 vvz p-acp n1, cc vvz av-j pp-f n2 vvg p-acp pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14983 yet (saith God) Behold the patience of Job. God measured Job 's grace with his temptations. yet (Says God) Behold the patience of Job. God measured Job is grace with his temptations. av (vvz np1) vvb dt n1 pp-f np1. np1 vvd np1 vbz n1 p-acp po31 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14984 If indeed Job had brake out into those great errors and extravagancies of passion, not being under high and great temptations, he had shewed himself very impatient; If indeed Job had brake out into those great errors and extravagancies of passion, not being under high and great temptations, he had showed himself very impatient; cs av np1 vhd vvd av p-acp d j n2 cc n2 pp-f n1, xx vbg p-acp j cc j n2, pns31 vhd vvn px31 av j; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14985 but the Lord considers what temptations were upon his servant, and considering them, he pronounceth holy Job a very patient man. but the Lord considers what temptations were upon his servant, and considering them, he pronounceth holy Job a very patient man. cc-acp dt n1 vvz r-crq n2 vbdr p-acp po31 n1, cc vvg pno32, pns31 vvz j np1 dt j j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14986 We must learn to judge as God judgeth, and particularly as to this point of growth in grace; we must judge of it according to the means and helps of grace which the person hath had, considering the natural temper of the person; We must Learn to judge as God Judgeth, and particularly as to this point of growth in grace; we must judge of it according to the means and helps of grace which the person hath had, considering the natural temper of the person; pns12 vmb vvi pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 vvz, cc av-j c-acp p-acp d n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n1; pns12 vmb vvi pp-f pn31 vvg p-acp dt n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 r-crq dt n1 vhz vhn, vvg dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14987 as also his temptations and afflictions which he hath had to put him back, we must so judge of his growth and thrift. as also his temptations and afflictions which he hath had to put him back, we must so judge of his growth and thrift. c-acp av po31 n2 cc n2 r-crq pns31 vhz vhn p-acp vvd pno31 av, pns12 vmb av vvi pp-f po31 n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14988 Possibly his circumstances have been such, as have necessitated him, in order to getting bread, to live in a Town, in a Family, where he hath scarce ever heard a good Sermon, Possibly his Circumstances have been such, as have necessitated him, in order to getting bred, to live in a Town, in a Family, where he hath scarce ever herd a good Sermon, av-j po31 n2 vhb vbn d, c-acp vhb vvn pno31, p-acp n1 p-acp vvg n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, p-acp dt n1, c-crq pns31 vhz av-j av vvd dt j n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14989 nor hath had any means of Instruction; no good examples to go before him, and quicken him in the ways of God. nor hath had any means of Instruction; no good Examples to go before him, and quicken him in the ways of God. ccx vhz vhn d n2 pp-f n1; dx j n2 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvi pno31 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14990 Possibly he hath walked in the dark and seen no light, his life hath been a life of many afflictions, great temptations; Possibly he hath walked in the dark and seen no Light, his life hath been a life of many afflictions, great temptations; av-j pns31 vhz vvn p-acp dt j cc vvn dx n1, po31 n1 vhz vbn dt n1 pp-f d n2, j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14991 thou hast lived where thou hast had a great plenty of spiritual food, all imaginable means to promote the work of God in thy soul. thou hast lived where thou hast had a great plenty of spiritual food, all imaginable means to promote the work of God in thy soul. pns21 vh2 vvn c-crq pns21 vh2 vhn dt j n1 pp-f j n1, d j n2 pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp po21 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14992 In such cases as these, thy brother is the object of thy pity and prayers, and all the charitable assistance thou canst give him; In such cases as these, thy brother is the Object of thy pity and Prayers, and all the charitable assistance thou Canst give him; p-acp d n2 c-acp d, po21 n1 vbz dt n1 pp-f po21 n1 cc n2, cc d dt j n1 pns21 vm2 vvi pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14993 but by no means of thy censure. but by no means of thy censure. cc-acp p-acp dx n2 pp-f po21 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1506 Page 730
14994 5. Lastly, This Discourse doth highly solicite your charity, for those who differ in their apprehensions of some Principles of Religion from you. 5. Lastly, This Discourse does highly solicit your charity, for those who differ in their apprehensions of Some Principles of Religion from you. crd ord, d n1 vdz av-j vvi po22 n1, p-acp d r-crq vvb p-acp po32 n2 pp-f d n2 pp-f n1 p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 730
14995 And here (if any where) I had need plead with you for charity; for although it be evident, that it is not in the power of a man to believe what he would, And Here (if any where) I had need plead with you for charity; for although it be evident, that it is not in the power of a man to believe what he would, cc av (cs d c-crq) pns11 vhd n1 vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp n1; c-acp cs pn31 vbb j, cst pn31 vbz xx p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pc-acp vvi r-crq pns31 vmd, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
14996 but the assent of the mind to a Proposition, must necessarily be according to the evidence of the truth of the thing which his understanding hath; but the assent of the mind to a Proposition, must necessarily be according to the evidence of the truth of the thing which his understanding hath; cc-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb av-j vbi vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f dt n1 r-crq po31 n1 vhz; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
14997 yet it is matter of amazement to consider, what Feuds, what Alienations in Affection, are the products of Differences in Opinion: As if Heaven were entailed to Understandings of one Complexion. yet it is matter of amazement to Consider, what Feuds, what Alienations in Affection, Are the products of Differences in Opinion: As if Heaven were entailed to Understandings of one Complexion. av pn31 vbz n1 pp-f n1 pc-acp vvi, r-crq n2, r-crq n2 p-acp n1, vbr dt n2 pp-f n2 p-acp n1: c-acp cs n1 vbdr vvn p-acp n2 pp-f crd n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
14998 There alwayes were in the Church of God, and there alwayes will be, different apprehensions in some matters of Truth; There always were in the Church of God, and there always will be, different apprehensions in Some matters of Truth; a-acp av vbdr p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc a-acp av vmb vbi, j n2 p-acp d n2 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
14999 and generally they have brought forth disorders (great disorders) in mens practice; and generally they have brought forth disorders (great disorders) in men's practice; cc av-j pns32 vhb vvn av n2 (j n2) p-acp ng2 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15000 each one hugging his particular opinion, as if he judged himself, and none but himself, infallible: And even Protestants, declaiming against an Infallible Head upon the Earth, will yet arrogate an Infallibility of Judgment unto themselves. each one hugging his particular opinion, as if he judged himself, and none but himself, infallible: And even Protestants, declaiming against an Infallible Head upon the Earth, will yet arrogate an Infallibility of Judgement unto themselves. d pi vvg po31 j n1, c-acp cs pns31 vvd px31, cc pix cc-acp px31, j: cc j n2, vvg p-acp dt j n1 p-acp dt n1, vmb av vvi dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp px32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15001 When as nothing is more demonstrable, than that my brother hath as much reason to quarrel with me for differing from him, When as nothing is more demonstrable, than that my brother hath as much reason to quarrel with me for differing from him, c-crq c-acp pix vbz av-dc j, cs cst po11 n1 vhz p-acp d n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pno11 p-acp vvg p-acp pno31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15002 as I have to quarrel with him for his differing from me; unless he will say, I cannot be deceived, but you may; as I have to quarrel with him for his differing from me; unless he will say, I cannot be deceived, but you may; c-acp pns11 vhb pc-acp vvi p-acp pno31 p-acp po31 vvg p-acp pno11; cs pns31 vmb vvi, pns11 vmbx vbi vvn, cc-acp pn22 vmb; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15003 which would give a just foundation for the renewing of that old question of the false prophet, Which way went the spirit of God from me to thee? Doth any one say I have Scripture for my Opinion? So saith the other. which would give a just Foundation for the renewing of that old question of the false Prophet, Which Way went the Spirit of God from me to thee? Does any one say I have Scripture for my Opinion? So Says the other. r-crq vmd vvi dt j n1 p-acp dt vvg pp-f d j n1 pp-f dt j n1, r-crq n1 vvd dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp pno11 p-acp pno21? vdz d pi vvz pns11 vhb n1 p-acp po11 n1? np1 vvz dt j-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15004 Doth he say, I think I am verily perswaded of it by the spirit of God? So saith the other. Does he say, I think I am verily persuaded of it by the Spirit of God? So Says the other. vdz pns31 vvi, pns11 vvb pns11 vbm av-j vvn pp-f pn31 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1? av vvz dt j-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15005 Doth he say, But I have divers learned and good men of my mind? Truly there are not very many differences of any moment, Does he say, But I have diverse learned and good men of my mind? Truly there Are not very many differences of any moment, vdz pns31 vvi, p-acp pns11 vhb j j cc j n2 pp-f po11 n1? av-j pc-acp vbr xx av d n2 pp-f d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15006 but his brother may say the same. Will he say, But the Church wherein I live is of my mind. but his brother may say the same. Will he say, But the Church wherein I live is of my mind. cc-acp po31 n1 vmb vvi dt d. n1 pns31 vvi, p-acp dt n1 c-crq pns11 vvb vbz pp-f po11 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15007 Be it so, this indeed should much regulate sober Christians, as to the publishing and divulging of their opinions, to the disturbance of others; Be it so, this indeed should much regulate Sobrium Christians, as to the publishing and divulging of their opinions, to the disturbance of Others; vbb pn31 av, d av vmd av-d vvi j np1, c-acp p-acp dt vvg cc vvg pp-f po32 n2, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n2-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15008 but it ought neither to rule Faith, nor to guide private Practice. If it doth, the particular Church, which all confess fallible, is made the Rule of Faith, or the Supreme Judge of it; but it ought neither to Rule Faith, nor to guide private Practice. If it does, the particular Church, which all confess fallible, is made the Rule of Faith, or the Supreme Judge of it; cc-acp pn31 vmd av-dx p-acp n1 n1, ccx p-acp n1 j n1. cs pn31 vdz, dt j n1, r-crq d vvb j, vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f n1, cc dt j n1 pp-f pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15009 neither of which it can be. neither of which it can be. av-d pp-f r-crq pn31 vmb vbi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 731
15010 What mean therefore these heats? The Question is still about a Judge in the case, Whether a mans particular conscience must not be the proximate rule of his actions? If it must not, what must? We have lost the very Basis of the Protestant Religion, and shall whether we will or no be sorced to Rome to find an Infallible Judge; and when we have done that, we have but cheated our own souls; What mean Therefore these heats? The Question is still about a Judge in the case, Whither a men particular conscience must not be the proximate Rule of his actions? If it must not, what must? We have lost the very Basis of the Protestant Religion, and shall whither we will or not be source to Room to find an Infallible Judge; and when we have done that, we have but cheated our own Souls; q-crq vvb av d n2? dt n1 vbz av p-acp dt vvb p-acp dt n1, cs dt ng1 j n1 vmb xx vbi dt j n1 pp-f po31 n2? cs pn31 vmb xx, q-crq vmb? pns12 vhb vvn dt j n1 pp-f dt n1 n1, cc vmb cs pns12 vmb cc xx vbi n1 p-acp vvb pc-acp vvi dt j n1; cc c-crq pns12 vhb vdn d, pns12 vhb p-acp vvn po12 d n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15011 for he is not to be found there: for he is not to be found there: c-acp pns31 vbz xx pc-acp vbi vvn a-acp: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15012 though one may indeed be found that arrogates that Title, and to whom credulous Proselytes give it. though one may indeed be found that arrogates that Title, and to whom credulous Proselytes give it. cs pi vmb av vbi vvn cst vvz d n1, cc p-acp ro-crq j n2 vvb pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15013 How much better is it to stay at home, and act according to that excellent Canon of Saint Paul, Phil. 3.15. Let us therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded; How much better is it to stay At home, and act according to that excellent Canon of Saint Paul, Philip 3.15. Let us Therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded; c-crq d jc vbz pn31 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1-an, cc n1 vvg p-acp d j n1 pp-f n1 np1, np1 crd. vvb pno12 av, c-acp d c-acp vbb j, vbb av vvn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15014 and if in any thing you be otherwise minded, God shall reveal this unto you. and if in any thing you be otherwise minded, God shall reveal this unto you. cc cs p-acp d n1 pn22 vbb av vvn, np1 vmb vvi d p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15015 The confessed Golden Rule, Whatsoever you would that others should do unto you, the same do you unto them again; The confessed Golden Rule, Whatsoever you would that Others should do unto you, the same do you unto them again; dt vvn j n1, r-crq pn22 vmd d n2-jn vmd vdi p-acp pn22, dt d vdb pn22 p-acp pno32 av; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15016 if it were well studied by Christians, would put an end to all their little bickerings upon this score; if it were well studied by Christians, would put an end to all their little bickerings upon this score; cs pn31 vbdr av vvn p-acp np1, vmd vvi dt n1 p-acp d po32 j n2-vvg p-acp d n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15017 to all their prejudices one against another; all their uncharitable Judgings and Cenfurings of one another; to all their prejudices one against Another; all their uncharitable Judgings and Cenfurings of one Another; p-acp d po32 n2 pi p-acp n-jn; d po32 j n2-vvg cc n2-vvg pp-f crd j-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15018 all their eagerness against and persecutions one of another. all their eagerness against and persecutions one of Another. d po32 n1 p-acp cc n2 crd pp-f n-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15019 One thinks the Government of the Church should be by Prelates, another by Presbyters, a third by Common Suffrage. Suppose all these agreed in this, that without faith and holiness no man shall see God. One thinks the Government of the Church should be by Prelates, Another by Presbyters, a third by Common Suffrage. Suppose all these agreed in this, that without faith and holiness no man shall see God. pi vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vmd vbi p-acp n2, j-jn p-acp n2, dt ord p-acp j n1. vvb d d vvn p-acp d, cst p-acp n1 cc n1 av-dx n1 vmb vvi np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15020 Let every one walk in this way, they will at last meet in the Kingdom of God. One thinks Children should be baptized, another thinks, that none ought to be baptized, till he be capable of instruction, Let every one walk in this Way, they will At last meet in the Kingdom of God. One thinks Children should be baptised, Another thinks, that none ought to be baptised, till he be capable of instruction, vvb d crd n1 p-acp d n1, pns32 vmb p-acp ord vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. pi vvz n2 vmd vbi vvn, j-jn vvz, cst pix vmd pc-acp vbi vvn, c-acp pns31 vbb j pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15021 and making an open profession of faith and holiness. and making an open profession of faith and holiness. cc vvg dt j n1 pp-f n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15022 Yet may both these truly receive, embrace, and rest upon Jesus Christ, as their alone Saviour; Yet may both these truly receive, embrace, and rest upon jesus christ, as their alone Saviour; av vmb d d av-j vvi, vvb, cc n1 p-acp np1 np1, c-acp po32 j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15023 their failing is but in a single point of obedience (there indeed one of them must fail, their failing is but in a single point of Obedience (there indeed one of them must fail, po32 j-vvg vbz p-acp p-acp dt j n1 pp-f n1 (a-acp av crd pp-f pno32 vmb vvi, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15024 if they practice according to their principle) but who liveth and sinneth not against God? Who judgeth every sin in event damnable? especially where the error too is in matter of judgment, which a man hath no power to over rule his own Faith and Perswasion in; if they practice according to their principle) but who lives and Sinneth not against God? Who Judgeth every since in event damnable? especially where the error too is in matter of judgement, which a man hath no power to over Rule his own Faith and Persuasion in; cs pns32 vvb vvg p-acp po32 n1) cc-acp q-crq vvz cc vvz xx p-acp np1? q-crq vvz d n1 p-acp n1 j? av-j c-crq dt n1 av vbz p-acp n1 pp-f n1, r-crq dt n1 vhz dx n1 p-acp a-acp vvi po31 d n1 cc n1 p-acp; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15025 and to practice contrary to what he is perswaded to be his Duty, were but to play the Hypocrite, to sin against the light of his Conscience, and to practice contrary to what he is persuaded to be his Duty, were but to play the Hypocrite, to sin against the Light of his Conscience, cc pc-acp vvi j-jn p-acp r-crq pns31 vbz vvn pc-acp vbi po31 n1, vbdr cc-acp pc-acp vvi dt n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15026 and interpretatively against the Mind of God, and that wilfully. and interpretatively against the Mind of God, and that wilfully. cc av-j p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, cc cst av-j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1507 Page 732
15027 Mistake not, the Kingdom of Heaven is not intailed to Parties, but as in every Nation, Mistake not, the Kingdom of Heaven is not intailed to Parties, but as in every nation, vvb xx, dt n1 pp-f n1 vbz xx vvn p-acp n2, cc-acp c-acp p-acp d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 732
15028 so amongst all Parties, who so believeth in Christ, feareth God, and worketh righteousness, is accepted of God. so among all Parties, who so Believeth in christ, fears God, and works righteousness, is accepted of God. av p-acp d n2, r-crq av vvz p-acp np1, vvz np1, cc vvz n1, vbz vvn pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 732
15029 Take heed of embracing Propositions which are inconsistent with that Faith and Holiness, without which none can be saved. Take heed of embracing Propositions which Are inconsistent with that Faith and Holiness, without which none can be saved. vvb n1 pp-f vvg n2 r-crq vbr j p-acp d n1 cc n1, p-acp r-crq pix vmb vbi vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 732
15030 There is also another uncomfortable sort of Propositions; There is also Another uncomfortable sort of Propositions; pc-acp vbz av j-jn j n1 pp-f n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 732
15031 viz. Such as who so holdeth and practiseth up to them, will be obliged to break Communion with all or most Churches. viz. Such as who so holds and Practiseth up to them, will be obliged to break Communion with all or most Churches. n1 d p-acp r-crq av vvz cc vvz a-acp p-acp pno32, vmb vbi vvn pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d cc ds n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15032 And here I must lament the unhappiness of them that are fallen into the mistake of the Seventh-day-Sabbath, I have known some of them, whom I could not but think persons truly fearing God; And Here I must lament the unhappiness of them that Are fallen into the mistake of the Seventh-day-Sabbath, I have known Some of them, whom I could not but think Persons truly fearing God; cc av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 pp-f pno32 cst vbr vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt n1, pns11 vhb vvn d pp-f pno32, ro-crq pns11 vmd xx cc-acp vvi n2 av-j vvg np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15033 but certainly next to Errors in Fundamentals, which will divide a soul from the Head Christ Jesus, such as divide from the Body, are of most dangerous consequence. but Certainly next to Errors in Fundamentals, which will divide a soul from the Head christ jesus, such as divide from the Body, Are of most dangerous consequence. cc-acp av-j ord pc-acp n2 p-acp n2-j, r-crq vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp dt n1 np1 np1, d c-acp vvi p-acp dt n1, vbr pp-f ds j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15034 For the Christian Sabbath, I make a doubt whether there be any thing (which is not plain in Scripture) which comes to us by an universal tradition of the Church; For the Christian Sabbath, I make a doubt whither there be any thing (which is not plain in Scripture) which comes to us by an universal tradition of the Church; p-acp dt njp n1, pns11 vvb dt n1 cs pc-acp vbb d n1 (r-crq vbz xx j p-acp n1) r-crq vvz p-acp pno12 p-acp dt j n1 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15035 but that alone, no considerable number of people in any Age of the World ever disputed it; but that alone, no considerable number of people in any Age of the World ever disputed it; cc-acp cst j, dx j n1 pp-f n1 p-acp d n1 pp-f dt n1 av vvn pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15036 whence as also from the Scriptural proof (though raised by consequence for it) there is not this day a very considerable number of Christians in the World, whence as also from the Scriptural proof (though raised by consequence for it) there is not this day a very considerable number of Christians in the World, c-crq c-acp av p-acp dt j n1 (cs vvn p-acp n1 p-acp pn31) pc-acp vbz xx d n1 dt j j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15037 but do observe it, as the Lords Sabbath, the seventh part of our time, which the Fourth Commandement hath consecrated: but do observe it, as the lords Sabbath, the seventh part of our time, which the Fourth Commandment hath consecrated: cc-acp vdb vvi pn31, c-acp dt n2 n1, dt ord n1 pp-f po12 n1, r-crq dt ord n1 vhz vvn: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15038 so as those under a different perswasion in this thing, are under a necessity of breaking Communion in solemn acts of Worship with all Churches; so as those under a different persuasion in this thing, Are under a necessity of breaking Communion in solemn acts of Worship with all Churches; av c-acp d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d n1, vbr p-acp dt n1 pp-f vvg n1 p-acp j n2 pp-f n1 p-acp d n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15039 and this is very sad and uncomfortable. and this is very sad and uncomfortable. cc d vbz av j cc j-u. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15040 Study to be rooted and grounded in every Truth, though every Proposition of Truth be not of that value, Study to be rooted and grounded in every Truth, though every Proposition of Truth be not of that valve, n1 pc-acp vbi vvn cc vvn p-acp d n1, cs d n1 pp-f n1 vbb xx pp-f d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15041 as to break Unity and Peace for, yet there is not any but is worth searching and inquiring after: as to break Unity and Peace for, yet there is not any but is worth searching and inquiring After: c-acp pc-acp vvi n1 cc n1 p-acp, av pc-acp vbz xx d p-acp vbz n1 vvg cc vvg a-acp: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15042 but if after all you cannot be reconciled to your Brethrens Opinions, nor yet reconcile them to yours; but if After all you cannot be reconciled to your Brothers' Opinions, nor yet reconcile them to yours; cc-acp cs p-acp d pn22 vmbx vbi vvn p-acp po22 ng2 n2, ccx av vvi pno32 pc-acp png22; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15043 learn, according to the Apostles Precept, NONLATINALPHABET, to speak, to contend for, to hold the Truth in love, Learn, according to the Apostles Precept,, to speak, to contend for, to hold the Truth in love, vvb, vvg p-acp dt n2 n1,, pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vvi p-acp, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15044 and to be charitable to those whom you may discern of different perswasions and apprehensions from you. and to be charitable to those whom you may discern of different persuasions and apprehensions from you. cc pc-acp vbi j p-acp d ro-crq pn22 vmb vvi pp-f j n2 cc n2 p-acp pn22. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15045 God (as I have shewed you) doth in great wisdom permit these different apprehensions in his people. God (as I have showed you) does in great Wisdom permit these different apprehensions in his people. np1 (c-acp pns11 vhb vvn pn22) vdz p-acp j n1 vvi d j n2 p-acp po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15046 God may have received those that so differ, do you receive them because God hath received them. God may have received those that so differ, do you receive them Because God hath received them. np1 vmb vhi vvn d cst av vvi, vdb pn22 vvi pno32 c-acp np1 vhz vvn pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15047 Thus I have shewed you, how my fore-going Discourse may be useful to you for the improvement of your charity. Thus I have showed you, how my foregoing Discourse may be useful to you for the improvement of your charity. av pns11 vhb vvn pn22, c-crq po11 j n1 vmb vbi j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1508 Page 733
15048 It may also be useful to you for the improvement of your piety, and that divers wayes: 1. To teach you to adore the divine wisdom in these different dispensations of his providence. It may also be useful to you for the improvement of your piety, and that diverse ways: 1. To teach you to adore the divine Wisdom in these different dispensations of his providence. pn31 vmb av vbi j p-acp pn22 p-acp dt n1 pp-f po22 n1, cc d j n2: crd p-acp vvb pn22 pc-acp vvi dt j-jn n1 p-acp d j n2 pp-f po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 733
15049 You cannot understand why God suffereth some of his people to be weak, weak in faith, weak as to their spiritual habits and exercises, you think God might have more glory if they were stronger, You cannot understand why God suffers Some of his people to be weak, weak in faith, weak as to their spiritual habits and exercises, you think God might have more glory if they were Stronger, pn22 vmbx vvi c-crq np1 vvz d pp-f po31 n1 pc-acp vbi j, j p-acp n1, j c-acp p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2, pn22 vvb np1 vmd vhi dc n1 cs pns32 vbdr jc, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15050 and their habits were more confirmed; which is certainly true, as to the actings of those particular persons; and their habits were more confirmed; which is Certainly true, as to the actings of those particular Persons; cc po32 n2 vbdr av-dc vvn; r-crq vbz av-j j, c-acp p-acp dt n2 pp-f d j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15051 the more strong any one is in faith, the more confirmed he is in the habits of holiness; the more strong any one is in faith, the more confirmed he is in the habits of holiness; dt av-dc j d pi vbz p-acp n1, dt av-dc j-vvn pns31 vbz p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15052 the more undoubtedly that single person would glorifie God: the more undoubtedly that single person would Glorify God: dt av-dc av-j cst j n1 vmd vvi np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15053 but the Government, as of particular souls, so of the whole Church, is upon Christs Shoulders. but the Government, as of particular Souls, so of the Whole Church, is upon Christ Shoulders. cc-acp dt n1, c-acp pp-f j n2, av pp-f dt j-jn n1, vbz p-acp npg1 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15054 And in the government of his providence he so administreth the affairs of particular souls, as he may have the most glory from the whole. And in the government of his providence he so administereth the affairs of particular Souls, as he may have the most glory from the Whole. cc p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n1 pns31 av vvz dt n2 pp-f j n2, c-acp pns31 vmb vhi dt av-ds n1 p-acp dt j-jn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15055 Besides, God ordinarily governs his people, not by miraculous operations, but by ordinary reasonable means. Which two things being supposed, Gods infinite wisdom appears, in the different sizes and statures of his people, in their different states and complexions. Beside, God ordinarily governs his people, not by miraculous operations, but by ordinary reasonable means. Which two things being supposed, God's infinite Wisdom appears, in the different sizes and statures of his people, in their different states and complexions. p-acp, np1 av-j vvz po31 n1, xx p-acp j n2, cc-acp p-acp j j n2. r-crq crd n2 vbg vvn, npg1 j n1 vvz, p-acp dt j n2 cc n2 pp-f po31 n1, p-acp po32 j n2 cc n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15056 Every one hath that measure of grace and knowledge, which best suiteth the good of the whole Body of his Church; Every one hath that measure of grace and knowledge, which best suiteth the good of the Whole Body of his Church; d pi vhz d n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, r-crq av-js vvz dt j pp-f dt j-jn n1 pp-f po31 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15057 which as the body natural hath different members, and those of different uses; which as the body natural hath different members, and those of different uses; r-crq c-acp dt n1 j vhz j n2, cc d pp-f j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15058 and must be so disposed, as shall render them most serviceable one to another, and the whole most serviceable to the great design of Gods glory. and must be so disposed, as shall render them most serviceable one to Another, and the Whole most serviceable to the great Design of God's glory. cc vmb vbi av vvn, c-acp vmb vvi pno32 av-ds j pi p-acp n-jn, cc dt n-jn av-ds j p-acp dt j n1 pp-f npg1 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15059 Let us not therefore trouble our selves, in disputing the equity and reasonableness of Divine Providence, in its motions; Let us not Therefore trouble our selves, in disputing the equity and reasonableness of Divine Providence, in its motions; vvb pno12 xx av vvi po12 n2, p-acp vvg dt n1 cc n1 pp-f j-jn n1, p-acp po31 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15060 for though we cannot by searching, find out the Almighty unto Perfection: for though we cannot by searching, find out the Almighty unto Perfection: c-acp cs pns12 vmbx p-acp vvg, vvb av dt j-jn p-acp n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15061 yet you see there is no such variety in Gods Dispensations of this nature, but a reasonable account may be given of it. yet you see there is no such variety in God's Dispensations of this nature, but a reasonable account may be given of it. av pn22 vvb pc-acp vbz dx d n1 p-acp npg1 n2 pp-f d n1, cc-acp dt j n1 vmb vbi vvn pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15062 And as to these Dispensations, it will appear at the last, that those who have least shares of this hidden manna, will have no lack of enough to bring them to Heaven; And as to these Dispensations, it will appear At the last, that those who have least shares of this hidden manna, will have no lack of enough to bring them to Heaven; cc c-acp p-acp d n2, pn31 vmb vvi p-acp dt ord, cst d r-crq vhb ds n2 pp-f d vvn n1, vmb vhi dx n1 pp-f av-d pc-acp vvi pno32 p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15063 and those who have the greatest portions of it, will find they have nothing over. and those who have the greatest portions of it, will find they have nothing over. cc d r-crq vhb dt js n2 pp-f pn31, vmb vvi pns32 vhb pix p-acp. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1509 Page 734
15064 2. But in the second place, This Discourse affords a great argument to promote holiness in all our souls. 2. But in the second place, This Discourse affords a great argument to promote holiness in all our Souls. crd p-acp p-acp dt ord n1, d n1 vvz dt j n1 pc-acp vvi n1 p-acp d po12 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 734
15065 The subject of my Discourse hath been not the dispensations of the first grace, but Gods further manifestations unto the souls of his people. The Subject of my Discourse hath been not the dispensations of the First grace, but God's further manifestations unto the Souls of his people. dt n-jn pp-f po11 n1 vhz vbn xx dt n2 pp-f dt ord n1, p-acp npg1 jc n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 734
15066 And you have heard it given, as one reason of Gods variety in the Dispensations of them; And you have herd it given, as one reason of God's variety in the Dispensations of them; cc pn22 vhb vvn pn31 vvn, c-acp crd n1 pp-f npg1 n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 734
15067 That some souls walk more closely with God, are more afraid to offend him, and more careful to please him than others are. That Some Souls walk more closely with God, Are more afraid to offend him, and more careful to please him than Others Are. cst d n2 vvb av-dc av-j p-acp np1, vbr av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno31, cc av-dc j pc-acp vvi pno31 cs ng2-jn vbr. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 734
15068 For though the soul, as to the Reception of the first grace, be meerly passive; yet as to the receiving of these manifestations in the several degrees of them, it is many ways Active. All therefore that I have to do, is to call upon you to perfect Holiness, and to shew you what force there is in this Argument, to ingage you to it. For though the soul, as to the Reception of the First grace, be merely passive; yet as to the receiving of these manifestations in the several Degrees of them, it is many ways Active. All Therefore that I have to do, is to call upon you to perfect Holiness, and to show you what force there is in this Argument, to engage you to it. c-acp cs dt n1, c-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f dt ord n1, vbb av-j j; av c-acp p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2 p-acp dt j n2 pp-f pno32, pn31 vbz d n2 j. d av cst pns11 vhb pc-acp vdi, vbz pc-acp vvi p-acp pn22 p-acp j n1, cc pc-acp vvi pn22 r-crq vvb pc-acp vbz p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi pn22 p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15069 Holiness is a great General, comprehending whatsoever is the Duty of Man pursuant to the Will of God: Holiness is a great General, comprehending whatsoever is the Duty of Man pursuant to the Will of God: n1 vbz dt j n1, vvg r-crq vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15070 All Duties both to God and Man, fall under the Motion of it, as well Acts of Righteousness towards Men, All Duties both to God and Man, fallen under the Motion of it, as well Acts of Righteousness towards Men, d n2 av-d pc-acp np1 cc n1, vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31, c-acp av n2 pp-f n1 p-acp n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15071 as Acts of Devotion towards God; as Acts of Devotion towards God; c-acp n2 pp-f n1 p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15072 yea, and not Acts onely, but even secret Thoughts, and those powers and habits of the Soul, which are the Principles of such Acts. When I therefore upon this account, call upon you to perfect Holiness, my meaning is, that you should study that perfection of Spirituality and Heavenly Duty, which God requires of you; yea, and not Acts only, but even secret Thoughts, and those Powers and habits of the Soul, which Are the Principles of such Acts. When I Therefore upon this account, call upon you to perfect Holiness, my meaning is, that you should study that perfection of Spirituality and Heavenly Duty, which God requires of you; uh, cc xx n2 av-j, cc-acp av j-jn n2, cc d n2 cc n2 pp-f dt n1, r-crq vbr dt n2 pp-f d n2 c-crq pns11 av p-acp d n1, vvb p-acp pn22 p-acp j n1, po11 n1 vbz, cst pn22 vmd vvi d n1 pp-f n1 cc j n1, r-crq np1 vvz pp-f pn22; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15073 but for the sake of those that are weaker, and because there are some pieces of Holiness, which do more properly and immediately trend towards the reception of these gradual manifestations, but for the sake of those that Are Weaker, and Because there Are Some Pieces of Holiness, which do more properly and immediately trend towards the reception of these gradual manifestations, cc-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f d cst vbr jc, cc c-acp a-acp vbr d n2 pp-f n1, r-crq vdb av-dc av-j cc av-j vvi p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j-jn n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15074 and the omission of which may in a more peculiar and special manner, hinder the reception of them, and the omission of which may in a more peculiar and special manner, hinder the reception of them, cc dt n1 pp-f r-crq vmb p-acp dt av-dc j cc j n1, vvb dt n1 pp-f pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15075 and provoke God to deny them; let me open this general in some few particulars. and provoke God to deny them; let me open this general in Some few particulars. cc vvi np1 pc-acp vvi pno32; vvb pno11 vvi d n1 p-acp d d n2-j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1510 Page 735
15076 1. First, Take heed of all wilful sinning, for if we consider, the with-drawings of these Divine Influences, 1. First, Take heed of all wilful sinning, for if we Consider, the withdrawings of these Divine Influences, crd ord, vvb n1 pp-f d j vvg, c-acp cs pns12 vvb, dt j pp-f d j-jn n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15077 as punishments of sin, as undoubtedly sometimes they are, it is hard to say what wilful sinning God may not thus punish. as punishments of since, as undoubtedly sometime they Are, it is hard to say what wilful sinning God may not thus Punish. c-acp n2 pp-f n1, c-acp av-j av pns32 vbr, pn31 vbz j pc-acp vvi r-crq j vvg np1 vmb xx av vvi. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15078 Davids sins of Murther and Adultery were acts of unright ousness towards men, yet God punished them in this manner, Davids Sins of Murder and Adultery were acts of unright ousness towards men, yet God punished them in this manner, npg1 n2 pp-f vvb cc n1 vbdr n2 pp-f j n1 p-acp n2, av np1 vvd pno32 p-acp d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15079 as we may gather from his penitential Psalms; there is no sort of sin that I know but may for a time separate betwixt God and the Soul, and make him to hide his Face from it. as we may gather from his penitential Psalms; there is no sort of since that I know but may for a time separate betwixt God and the Soul, and make him to hide his Face from it. c-acp pns12 vmb vvi p-acp po31 j n2; a-acp vbz dx n1 pp-f n1 cst pns11 vvb cc-acp vmb p-acp dt n1 vvb p-acp np1 cc dt n1, cc vvi pno31 p-acp vvi po31 n1 p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15080 That Christian therefore, that would have these manifestations of God unto him, these abidings of the Holy Spirit with him, must be Holy in all manner of Conversation, having a respect to all Gods Commandements, That Christian Therefore, that would have these manifestations of God unto him, these abidings of the Holy Spirit with him, must be Holy in all manner of Conversation, having a respect to all God's commandments, cst np1 av, cst vmd vhi d n2 pp-f np1 p-acp pno31, d n2-vvg pp-f dt j n1 p-acp pno31, vmb vbi j p-acp d n1 pp-f n1, vhg dt n1 p-acp d ng1 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15081 as well those of the second Table as those of the first. as well those of the second Table as those of the First. c-acp av d pp-f dt ord n1 p-acp d pp-f dt ord. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15082 Conscience may check and reflect sourly upon the soul for any of them, and where that doth so reflect and check, there will be little Peace and Comfort, little Life and Vigour unto duty, little Growth and Progress in the Ways of God: Herein therefore exercise your selves, to keep a Conscience void of offence, both towards God and towards men; Conscience may check and reflect sourly upon the soul for any of them, and where that does so reflect and check, there will be little Peace and Comfort, little Life and Vigour unto duty, little Growth and Progress in the Ways of God: Herein Therefore exercise your selves, to keep a Conscience void of offence, both towards God and towards men; n1 vmb vvi cc vvi av-j p-acp dt n1 p-acp d pp-f pno32, cc c-crq cst vdz av vvi cc vvi, pc-acp vmb vbi j n1 cc n1, j n1 cc n1 p-acp n1, j n1 cc n1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f np1: av av vvi po22 n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 j pp-f n1, d p-acp np1 cc p-acp n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15083 to keep your selves from all filthiness, both of flesh and spirit. to keep your selves from all filthiness, both of Flesh and Spirit. pc-acp vvi po22 n2 p-acp d n1, d pp-f n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1511 Page 735
15084 2. Secondly, In a more particular manner, take heed of all earthy mindedness; 1 Joh. 2.15. Love not the World nor the things of the World; 2. Secondly, In a more particular manner, take heed of all earthy Mindedness; 1 John 2.15. Love not the World nor the things of the World; crd ord, p-acp dt av-dc j n1, vvb n1 pp-f d j n1; vvn np1 crd. vvb xx dt n1 ccx dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15085 if any man love the World the love of the Father is not in him: if any man love the World the love of the Father is not in him: cs d n1 vvi dt n1 dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx p-acp pno31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15086 v. 16. For all that is in the World, the lust of the Eyes, the lust of the Flesh, v. 16. For all that is in the World, the lust of the Eyes, the lust of the Flesh, n1 crd p-acp d cst vbz p-acp dt n1, dt n1 pp-f dt n2, dt n1 pp-f dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15087 and the pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World. Pleasure, Profit, Honour, is all that the World can afford any man. and the pride of Life, is not of the Father, but is of the World. Pleasure, Profit, Honour, is all that the World can afford any man. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz xx pp-f dt n1, cc-acp vbz pp-f dt n1. n1, n1, n1, vbz d cst dt n1 vmb vvi d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15088 A man given up to the pursuit of pleasure, or of worldly profits and advantages, or worldly honours and preferments, scarce can have any true love for God; A man given up to the pursuit of pleasure, or of worldly profits and advantages, or worldly honours and preferments, scarce can have any true love for God; dt n1 vvn a-acp p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, cc pp-f j n2 cc n2, cc j n2 cc n2, av-j vmb vhi d j n1 p-acp np1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15089 and the promise of manifestation, is made to him that loves God and keeps his Commandments. and the promise of manifestation, is made to him that loves God and keeps his commandments. cc dt n1 pp-f n1, vbz vvn p-acp pno31 cst vvz np1 cc vvz po31 n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15090 The Apostle telleth us, That to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. The Apostle Telleth us, That to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. dt n1 vvz pno12, cst pc-acp vbi av-j vvn vbz n1, cc-acp pc-acp vbi av-j vvn vbz n1 cc n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15091 A carnal mind doth not onely bring a Soul to eternal death, in the last issue of it, A carnal mind does not only bring a Soul to Eternal death, in the last issue of it, dt j n1 vdz xx av-j vvi dt n1 p-acp j n1, p-acp dt ord n1 pp-f pn31, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15092 but it puts a great death upon his Life and Peace, I mean his Spiritual Life and Peace. It is impossible that the Soul that is intangled in the businesses of the World, in a more than ordinary manner, should find his Soul either so free for, but it puts a great death upon his Life and Peace, I mean his Spiritual Life and Peace. It is impossible that the Soul that is entangled in the businesses of the World, in a more than ordinary manner, should find his Soul either so free for, cc-acp pn31 vvz dt j n1 p-acp po31 n1 cc n1, pns11 vvb po31 j n1 cc n1. pn31 vbz j cst dt n1 cst vbz vvn p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, p-acp dt av-dc cs j n1, vmd vvi po31 n1 av-d av j p-acp, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15093 or so strong in the performances of spiritual duty, as that Soul who hath less of the cares and business or concerns of the world upon it. or so strong in the performances of spiritual duty, as that Soul who hath less of the Cares and business or concerns of the world upon it. cc av j p-acp dt n2 pp-f j n1, c-acp cst n1 r-crq vhz dc pp-f dt n2 cc n1 cc vvz pp-f dt n1 p-acp pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15094 The Soul of a Man is not infinite in its powers, and cannot be with equal degrees of intention, employed upon two different, much less contrary things. The Soul of a Man is not infinite in its Powers, and cannot be with equal Degrees of intention, employed upon two different, much less contrary things. dt n1 pp-f dt n1 vbz xx j p-acp po31 n2, cc vmbx vbi p-acp j-jn n2 pp-f n1, vvn p-acp crd j, av-d av-dc j-jn n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15095 While we are in the world, we must be conversing with the men of the world, While we Are in the world, we must be conversing with the men of the world, cs pns12 vbr p-acp dt n1, pns12 vmb vbi vvg p-acp dt n2 pp-f dt n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15096 and handling the things of the world; and handling the things of the world; cc vvg dt n2 pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15097 we must else (as the Apostle speaks in the case of converse with sinners) Go out of the world: we must Else (as the Apostle speaks in the case of converse with Sinners) Go out of the world: pns12 vmb av (c-acp dt n1 vvz p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 p-acp n2) vvb av pp-f dt n1: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15098 but the less the Soul is ingaged in them, the less the Heart is set upon them, but the less the Soul is engaged in them, the less the Heart is Set upon them, p-acp dt av-dc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, dt av-dc dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15099 and its intention, and affections taken up with them; and its intention, and affections taken up with them; cc po31 n1, cc n2 vvn a-acp p-acp pno32; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15100 therefore it will be more free as to its spiritual business, and stronger in the performance of it. Therefore it will be more free as to its spiritual business, and Stronger in the performance of it. av pn31 vmb vbi av-dc j c-acp p-acp po31 j n1, cc jc p-acp dt n1 pp-f pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15101 Let every one therefore learn that excellent lesson of the Apostle; 1 Cor. 7.29, 30. Let those that have Wives, be as though they had none; Let every one Therefore Learn that excellent Lesson of the Apostle; 1 Cor. 7.29, 30. Let those that have Wives, be as though they had none; vvb d crd av vvb d j n1 pp-f dt n1; crd np1 crd, crd vvb d cst vhb n2, vbb c-acp cs pns32 vhd pix; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15102 and they that weep as though they wept not; and they that rejoyce as though they rejoyced not; and they that weep as though they wept not; and they that rejoice as though they rejoiced not; cc pns32 cst vvb c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx; cc pns32 cst vvb c-acp cs pns32 vvd xx; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15103 and they that buy as they that possessed not; and they that use this world as not abusing it. and they that buy as they that possessed not; and they that use this world as not abusing it. cc pns32 cst vvb c-acp pns32 cst vvd xx; cc pns32 cst vvb d n1 c-acp xx vvg pn31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1512 Page 736
15104 3. Thirdly, Be diligent in waiting upon God in the institutions of his publick worship, and consciencious in such attendance. 3. Thirdly, Be diligent in waiting upon God in the institutions of his public worship, and conscientious in such attendance. crd ord, vbb j p-acp vvg p-acp np1 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 j n1, cc j p-acp d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 736
15105 The Preaching of the Word of God is the great Ordinance of God for perfecting the Saints, both as to their number, by the work of Conversion, The Preaching of the Word of God is the great Ordinance of God for perfecting the Saints, both as to their number, by the work of Conversion, dt vvg pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz dt j n1 pp-f np1 p-acp vvg dt n2, d c-acp p-acp po32 n1, p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15106 and as to their graces; by giving out further measures and manifestations of himself to his peoples Souls; and as to their graces; by giving out further measures and manifestations of himself to his peoples Souls; cc c-acp p-acp po32 n2; p-acp vvg av av-j n2 cc n2 pp-f px31 p-acp po31 ng1 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15107 he createth the fruit of the Lips peace. he Createth the fruit of the Lips peace. pns31 vvz dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15108 Christians therefore, who wait for these influences, are concerned to wait upon the Lord in his own way. Christians Therefore, who wait for these influences, Are concerned to wait upon the Lord in his own Way. np1 av, r-crq vvb p-acp d n2, vbr vvn pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n1 p-acp po31 d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15109 It was Gods ancient promise, That wheresoever he recorded his name to dwell, there be would meet his people and bless them: It was God's ancient promise, That wheresoever he recorded his name to dwell, there be would meet his people and bless them: pn31 vbds npg1 j n1, cst c-crq pns31 vvd po31 n1 pc-acp vvi, pc-acp vbi vmd vvi po31 n1 cc vvb pno32: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15110 And considering that although the blessing of Grace doth not depend upon the Instrument; let Paul plant, and Apollos Water, God must give the increase; And considering that although the blessing of Grace does not depend upon the Instrument; let Paul plant, and Apollos Water, God must give the increase; cc vvg cst cs dt n1 pp-f n1 vdz xx vvi p-acp dt n1; vvb np1 vvi, cc npg1 n1, np1 vmb vvi dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15111 and he that planteth is nothing, nor he that watereth any thing; yet God dealing with reasonable Souls, useth to deal with them in reasonable wayes. and he that plants is nothing, nor he that Waters any thing; yet God dealing with reasonable Souls, uses to deal with them in reasonable ways. cc pns31 cst vvz vbz pix, ccx pns31 cst vvz d n1; av np1 vvg p-acp j n2, vvz pc-acp vvi p-acp pno32 p-acp j n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15112 I do not think it enough for Christians to go to Church and hear Discourses out of Pulpits, I do not think it enough for Christians to go to Church and hear Discourses out of Pulpits, pns11 vdb xx vvi pn31 av-d p-acp np1 pc-acp vvi p-acp n1 cc vvi n2 av pp-f n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15113 but to wait upon God under such Preaching of his Word, as may appear and approve it self to them, but to wait upon God under such Preaching of his Word, as may appear and approve it self to them, cc-acp pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp d vvg pp-f po31 n1, c-acp vmb vvi cc vvi pn31 n1 p-acp pno32, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15114 as having a rational tendency, to the improvements of their Soul in Grace. as having a rational tendency, to the improvements of their Soul in Grace. c-acp vhg dt j n1, p-acp dt n2 pp-f po32 n1 p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15115 There are kinds of Preaching, under which a Christian may sit long enough before he find his Soul quickened or strengthened, or improved by them. There Are Kinds of Preaching, under which a Christian may fit long enough before he find his Soul quickened or strengthened, or improved by them. pc-acp vbr n2 pp-f vvg, p-acp r-crq dt np1 vmb vvi av-j av-d c-acp pns31 vvb po31 n1 vvn cc vvn, cc vvn p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15116 You may remember I gave you that as one reason, why some receive more gradual manifestations of Divine Love than others, You may Remember I gave you that as one reason, why Some receive more gradual manifestations of Divine Love than Others, pn22 vmb vvi pns11 vvd pn22 d p-acp crd n1, c-crq d vvb av-dc j-jn n2 pp-f j-jn n1 cs n2-jn, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15117 because they have better means than others have, or make a better use of means than others do. Because they have better means than Others have, or make a better use of means than Others doe. c-acp pns32 vhb jc n2 cs n2-jn vhb, cc vvi dt jc n1 pp-f n2 cs n2-jn n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15118 I take a consciencious use of the more external means, to lie much in three things: 1. In a good election of them. I take a conscientious use of the more external means, to lie much in three things: 1. In a good election of them. pns11 vvb dt j n1 pp-f dt av-dc j n2, pc-acp vvi av-d p-acp crd n2: crd p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15119 2. In a sincere and diligent attendance upon them. 2. In a sincere and diligent attendance upon them. crd p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15120 3. In an after repetition of them to our selves, and a more private application of them to our own hearts. 3. In an After repetition of them to our selves, and a more private application of them to our own hearts. crd p-acp dt a-acp n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 n2, cc dt av-dc j n1 pp-f pno32 p-acp po12 d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1513 Page 737
15121 1. I say first in a good election of them. 1. I say First in a good election of them. crd pns11 vvb ord p-acp dt j n1 pp-f pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 737
15122 Though Preaching of the Word be the general means, yet the Preacher and way of Preaching, makes a vast difference in this means; Though Preaching of the Word be the general means, yet the Preacher and Way of Preaching, makes a vast difference in this means; cs vvg pp-f dt n1 vbi dt j n2, av dt n1 cc n1 pp-f vvg, vvz dt j n1 p-acp d n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 737
15123 and the concurrence of God to all the purposes of Grace is upon experience found to be evidently more; and the concurrence of God to all the Purposes of Grace is upon experience found to be evidently more; cc dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp d dt n2 pp-f n1 vbz p-acp n1 vvd pc-acp vbi av-j av-dc; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 737
15124 where the means appear in the eye of reason more proper. where the means appear in the eye of reason more proper. c-crq dt n2 vvb p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 av-dc j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 737
15125 If the Preacher ordinarily preacheth not to the understanding and capacity of the hearer, or not to the conscience and hearts of hearers, but fills up his time with other things, impertinent to the Souls Spiritual Duty; If the Preacher ordinarily Preacheth not to the understanding and capacity of the hearer, or not to the conscience and hearts of hearers, but fills up his time with other things, impertinent to the Souls Spiritual Duty; cs dt n1 av-jn vvz xx p-acp dt vvg cc n1 pp-f dt n1, cc xx p-acp dt n1 cc n2 pp-f n2, p-acp vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp j-jn n2, j p-acp dt n2 j n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 737
15126 or wraps up his Duty in such Parables and Mysteries of Phraise and Abstruseness of Notions, that the hearer can make nothing of it; or wraps up his Duty in such Parables and Mysteres of Phrase and Abstruseness of Notions, that the hearer can make nothing of it; cc vvz a-acp po31 n1 p-acp d n2 cc n2 pp-f n1 cc n1 pp-f n2, cst dt n1 vmb vvi pix pp-f pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15127 he can have little hope to profit by it, and he will shew little conscience in attendance upon them. he can have little hope to profit by it, and he will show little conscience in attendance upon them. pns31 vmb vhi j n1 pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31, cc pns31 vmb vvi j n1 p-acp n1 p-acp pno32. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15128 Our Saviour, you know, gives this account, why he spake to the Scribes and Pharisees and ordinary Jews in Parables; but to his Disciples opened those Parables and spake more plainly and intelligibly. Our Saviour, you know, gives this account, why he spoke to the Scribes and Pharisees and ordinary jews in Parables; but to his Disciples opened those Parables and spoke more plainly and intelligibly. po12 n1, pn22 vvb, vvz d n1, c-crq pns31 vvd p-acp dt n2 cc np1 cc j np2 p-acp n2; p-acp p-acp po31 n2 vvd d n2 cc vvd av-dc av-j cc av-j. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15129 Mat. 13.13, 14. Therefore speak I to them in Parables; because they in seeing see not, and in hearing bear not, neither do they understand; Mathew 13.13, 14. Therefore speak I to them in Parables; Because they in seeing see not, and in hearing bear not, neither do they understand; np1 crd, crd av vvb pns11 p-acp pno32 p-acp n2; c-acp pns32 p-acp vvg vvb xx, cc p-acp vvg vvb xx, av-dx vdb pns32 vvi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15130 and in them is fulfilled the Prophecy of the Prophet Isaias, &c. but v. 16. Blessed are your Eyes, for they see; and in them is fulfilled the Prophecy of the Prophet Isaiah, etc. but v. 16. Blessed Are your Eyes, for they see; cc p-acp pno32 vbz vvn dt n1 pp-f dt n1 np1, av p-acp n1 crd vvn vbr po22 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15131 and your Ears, for they hear. and your Ears, for they hear. cc po22 n2, c-acp pns32 vvb. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1514 Page 738
15132 2. Secondly, In a sincere and diligent attendance upon them. That Soul which will meet God in his Ordinances, must in hearing hear; he must go out with a design to meet God, 2. Secondly, In a sincere and diligent attendance upon them. That Soul which will meet God in his Ordinances, must in hearing hear; he must go out with a Design to meet God, crd ord, p-acp dt j cc j n1 p-acp pno32. cst n1 r-crq vmb vvi np1 p-acp po31 n2, vmb p-acp vvg vvi; pns31 vmb vvi av p-acp dt n1 pc-acp vvi np1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15133 and he must hoc agere, while he is waiting upon God. and he must hoc agere, while he is waiting upon God. cc pns31 vmb fw-la fw-la, cs pns31 vbz vvg p-acp np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15134 Our Saviour asks his Disciples, when they had been hearing John the Baptist, What they went out for to to see? It is a question we should all propound to our selves, Our Saviour asks his Disciples, when they had been hearing John the Baptist, What they went out for to to see? It is a question we should all propound to our selves, po12 n1 vvz po31 n2, c-crq pns32 vhd vbn vvg np1 dt np1, r-crq pns32 vvd av p-acp p-acp pc-acp vvi? pn31 vbz dt n1 pns12 vmd d vvi p-acp po12 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15135 when we go to wait upon God in his Ordinances: Now what doth my Soul go out for to do; when we go to wait upon God in his Ordinances: Now what does my Soul go out for to do; c-crq pns12 vvb pc-acp vvi p-acp np1 p-acp po31 n2: av q-crq vdz po11 n1 vvi av c-acp pc-acp vdi; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15136 what is its end in this motion? God ordinarily meeteth his People, according to the sincerity of their designs; what is its end in this motion? God ordinarily meeteth his People, according to the sincerity of their designs; r-crq vbz po31 n1 p-acp d n1? np1 av-jn vvz po31 n1, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f po32 n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15137 which indeed maketh their attendances upon God, seekings, or not seekings of Gods Face. which indeed makes their attendances upon God, seekings, or not seekings of God's Face. r-crq av vvz po32 n2 p-acp np1, n2, cc xx n2 pp-f npg1 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1515 Page 738
15138 3. It lies in a practical application and whetting the Word hard upon our hearts and consciences. 3. It lies in a practical application and whetting the Word hard upon our hearts and Consciences. crd pn31 vvz p-acp dt j n1 cc vvg dt n1 av-j p-acp po12 n2 cc n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15139 This is the digesting of the Word; This is the digesting of the Word; d vbz dt vvg pp-f dt n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15140 this now is a piece of Holiness of great import, to those that seek after the further manifestations of God, and higher measures of Grace; this now is a piece of Holiness of great import, to those that seek After the further manifestations of God, and higher measures of Grace; d av vbz dt n1 pp-f n1 pp-f j n1, p-acp d cst vvb p-acp dt jc n2 pp-f np1, cc jc n2 pp-f n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15141 any growing, whether it be in Faith or Love. Nor is the Reading andPreaching of the Word onely to be attended, but the Holy Sacraments also; any growing, whither it be in Faith or Love. Nor is the Reading andPreaching of the Word only to be attended, but the Holy Sacraments also; d vvg, cs pn31 vbb p-acp n1 cc vvb. ccx vbz dt n-vvg vvg pp-f dt n1 av-j pc-acp vbi vvn, cc-acp dt j n2 av; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15142 Baptism (which we have generally received in our Infancy) to be improved: And the Sacrament of the Lords Supper to be conscienciously attended. Baptism (which we have generally received in our Infancy) to be improved: And the Sacrament of the lords Supper to be conscientiously attended. n1 (r-crq pns12 vhb av-j vvn p-acp po12 n1) pc-acp vbi vvn: cc dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1 pc-acp vbi av-j vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15143 There is a great improvement to be made of Baptism, in order to our Spiritual Strength and Vigour: I have handled that in a particular Discourse in some of your hearing, There is a great improvement to be made of Baptism, in order to our Spiritual Strength and Vigour: I have handled that in a particular Discourse in Some of your hearing, pc-acp vbz dt j n1 pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f n1, p-acp n1 p-acp po12 j n1 cc n1: pns11 vhb vvn d p-acp dt j n1 p-acp d pp-f po22 n-vvg, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15144 and must not now enlarge upon it: and must not now enlarge upon it: cc vmb xx av vvi p-acp pn31: (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15145 it is our great error that we make no more use of our Baptism than we do. it is our great error that we make no more use of our Baptism than we do. pn31 vbz po12 j n1 cst pns12 vvb av-dx dc n1 pp-f po12 n1 cs pns12 vdb. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15146 The Apostle Rom. 6. draweth great arguments from it to strengthen us unto Holiness. The Apostle Rom. 6. draws great Arguments from it to strengthen us unto Holiness. dt n1 np1 crd vvz j n2 p-acp pn31 p-acp vvb pno12 p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 738
15147 The Sacrament of the Lords Supper, is called (by the Apostle) The Communion of the Body and Blood of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Sacrament of the lords Supper, is called (by the Apostle) The Communion of the Body and Blood of the Lord jesus christ. dt n1 pp-f dt n2 n1, vbz vvn (p-acp dt n1) dt n1 pp-f dt n1 cc n1 pp-f dt n1 np1 np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 739
15163 and indeed all that lieth upon our hand to do, in order to the obtaining of these manifestations. Now what greater argument to press holiness can there be than this? He that hath my commandements, and indeed all that lies upon our hand to do, in order to the obtaining of these manifestations. Now what greater argument to press holiness can there be than this? He that hath my Commandments, cc av d cst vvz p-acp po12 n1 pc-acp vdi, p-acp n1 p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f d n2. av q-crq jc n1 p-acp vvb n1 vmb a-acp vbi av d? pns31 cst vhz po11 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15148 The meaning of that I do not understand, if it doth not signifie, That it is an Ordinance, wherein (if it be duly and conscienciously attended upon) Christ doth communicate the vertue of his death. Now I am sure all Christs manifestations to the Souls of his People, are a part of that purchase. The meaning of that I do not understand, if it does not signify, That it is an Ordinance, wherein (if it be duly and conscientiously attended upon) christ does communicate the virtue of his death. Now I am sure all Christ manifestations to the Souls of his People, Are a part of that purchase. dt n1 pp-f cst pns11 vdb xx vvi, cs pn31 vdz xx vvi, cst pn31 vbz dt n1, c-crq (cs pn31 vbb av-jn cc av-j vvn p-acp) np1 vdz vvi dt n1 pp-f po31 n1. av pns11 vbm j d npg1 n2 p-acp dt n2 pp-f po31 n1, vbr dt n1 pp-f d n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 739
15149 It is true, it doth not necessarily work these effects, nor is God bound necessarily in this manner, to concurre with it; It is true, it does not necessarily work these effects, nor is God bound necessarily in this manner, to concur with it; pn31 vbz j, pn31 vdz xx av-j vvi d n2, ccx vbz np1 vvn av-j p-acp d n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp pn31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 739
15150 he is a free agent in all his effluxes of Divine Grace, but yet these are Holy Institutions, upon which he hath recorded his name, he is a free agent in all his Effluxes of Divine Grace, but yet these Are Holy Institutions, upon which he hath recorded his name, pns31 vbz dt j n1 p-acp d po31 n2 pp-f j-jn n1, cc-acp av d vbr j n2, p-acp r-crq pns31 vhz vvn po31 n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 739
15151 and we are bound in order to our receptions of his Grace, to lie at these Pools. and we Are bound in order to our receptions of his Grace, to lie At these Pools. cc pns12 vbr vvn p-acp n1 p-acp po12 n2 pp-f po31 n1, pc-acp vvi p-acp d n2. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1516 Page 739
15152 4. Be much, fourthly, in Prayer, especially in secret Prayer; there it is that the Soul can be freest with God, both in the confession of its sins, and in the spreading of its particular case before the Lord, and wrestlings with him. 4. Be much, fourthly, in Prayer, especially in secret Prayer; there it is that the Soul can be Freest with God, both in the Confessi of its Sins, and in the spreading of its particular case before the Lord, and wrestlings with him. crd vbb d, j, p-acp n1, av-j p-acp j-jn n1; a-acp pn31 vbz d dt n1 vmb vbb js p-acp np1, av-d p-acp dt n1 pp-f po31 n2, cc p-acp dt n-vvg pp-f po31 j n1 p-acp dt n1, cc n2 p-acp pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1517 Page 739
15153 All that is to be obtained of God, either with reference to the first Grace, or the further manifestations of God unto the Soul, is in one place or other of Holy Scripture promised unto Prayer. All that is to be obtained of God, either with Referente to the First Grace, or the further manifestations of God unto the Soul, is in one place or other of Holy Scripture promised unto Prayer. av-d d vbz pc-acp vbi vvn pp-f np1, av-d p-acp n1 p-acp dt ord n1, cc dt jc n2 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbz p-acp crd n1 cc n-jn pp-f j n1 vvd p-acp n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1517 Page 739
15154 5. Lastly, Let not Meditation and Holy Conference be neglected. 5. Lastly, Let not Meditation and Holy Conference be neglected. crd ord, vvb xx n1 cc j n1 vbb vvn. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15155 Meditation is the souls Soliloquy with God, a piece of piety often commanded and practised with great success. Meditation is the Souls Soliloquy with God, a piece of piety often commanded and practised with great success. n1 vbz dt n2 n1 p-acp np1, dt n1 pp-f n1 av vvn cc vvn p-acp j n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15156 Holy converse and conference, is our conversation with Saints, who are to meet often together, to consider, Holy converse and conference, is our Conversation with Saints, who Are to meet often together, to Consider, j n1 cc n1, vbz po12 n1 p-acp n2, r-crq vbr pc-acp vvi av av, pc-acp vvi, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15157 and to provoke one another to love and to good works. Converted souls, Luke 22.32. and to provoke one Another to love and to good works. Converted Souls, Lycia 22.32. cc pc-acp vvi pi j-jn pc-acp vvi cc p-acp j n2. vvn n2, av crd. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15158 have an obligation upon them to strengthen their brethren. Men of knowledge do not only themselves increase in strength for their own use, have an obligation upon them to strengthen their brothers. Men of knowledge do not only themselves increase in strength for their own use, vhb dt n1 p-acp pno32 pc-acp vvi po32 n2. n2 pp-f n1 vdb xx av-j px32 vvi p-acp n1 p-acp po32 d n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15159 but they increase strength in others; as Gods instruments, for the principal efficiency of spiritual strength is from the Lord. but they increase strength in Others; as God's Instruments, for the principal efficiency of spiritual strength is from the Lord. cc-acp pns32 vvi n1 p-acp n2-jn; c-acp ng1 n2, p-acp dt j-jn n1 pp-f j n1 vbz p-acp dt n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15160 Converse also with the people of God is of great use to increase spiritual life and vigor, as one coal kindleth another; Converse also with the people of God is of great use to increase spiritual life and vigor, as one coal kindleth Another; vvb av p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1 vbz pp-f j n1 p-acp vvb j n1 cc n1, p-acp crd n1 vvz j-jn; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15161 and oft-times God maketh use of his more private servants, to speak a word in season to the weary in short for all the purposes of special grace. I shall add no more, and ofttimes God makes use of his more private Servants, to speak a word in season to the weary in short for all the Purposes of special grace. I shall add no more, cc av np1 vvz n1 pp-f po31 n1 j n2, pc-acp vvi dt n1 p-acp n1 p-acp dt j p-acp j c-acp d dt n2 pp-f j n1. pns11 vmb vvi av-dx av-dc, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15162 for the promise of divine manifestations, and the abode of the spirit of God with the soul, being limited to those who love Christ, and evidence that love by a keeping of his commandements; it must necessarily follow, that the keeping the commandements of Christ in all things, must be an adequate means; for the promise of divine manifestations, and the Abided of the Spirit of God with the soul, being limited to those who love christ, and evidence that love by a keeping of his Commandments; it must necessarily follow, that the keeping the Commandments of christ in all things, must be an adequate means; p-acp dt n1 pp-f j-jn n2, cc dt n1 pp-f dt n1 pp-f np1 p-acp dt n1, vbg vvn p-acp d r-crq n1 np1, cc n1 cst vvb p-acp dt vvg pp-f po31 n2; pn31 vmb av-j vvi, cst dt vvg dt n2 pp-f np1 p-acp d n2, vmb vbi dt j n2; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 739
15164 and keepeth them (saith our blessed Lord, John 14.21.) he it is that loveth me; and Keepeth them (Says our blessed Lord, John 14.21.) he it is that loves me; cc vvz pno32 (vvz po12 j-vvn n1, np1 crd.) pns31 pn31 vbz cst vvz pno11; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15165 and he that loveth me, shall be loved of my Father; and I will love him, and manifest my self unto him. and he that loves me, shall be loved of my Father; and I will love him, and manifest my self unto him. cc pns31 cst vvz pno11, vmb vbi vvn pp-f po11 n1; cc pns11 vmb vvi pno31, cc vvi po11 n1 p-acp pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15166 And again, v. 23. If a man love me he will keep my words, and my Father will love him; And again, v. 23. If a man love me he will keep my words, and my Father will love him; cc av, n1 crd cs dt n1 vvb pno11 pns31 vmb vvi po11 n2, cc po11 n1 vmb vvi pno31; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15167 and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. and we will come unto him, and make our Abided with him. cc pns12 vmb vvi p-acp pno31, cc vvb po12 n1 p-acp pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15168 Who is there that understandeth not the difference betwixt a strong and a weak Christian, weak in the resistance of sin and temptation, weak in the performance of all holy and spiritual duties: betwixt a Christian who feels himself in a free lively temper for the service of God, ready to run the way of Gods Commandments, Who is there that understands not the difference betwixt a strong and a weak Christian, weak in the resistance of since and temptation, weak in the performance of all holy and spiritual duties: betwixt a Christian who feels himself in a free lively temper for the service of God, ready to run the Way of God's commandments, r-crq vbz a-acp cst vvz xx dt n1 p-acp dt j cc dt j np1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f n1 cc n1, j p-acp dt n1 pp-f d j cc j n2: p-acp dt njp r-crq vvz px31 p-acp dt j j n1 p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1, j pc-acp vvi dt n1 pp-f npg1 n2, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15169 and a dull, heavy, uncheerly temper for duty; and a dull, heavy, uncheerly temper for duty; cc dt j, j, av-j n1 p-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15170 while in the mean time the conscience is pressed with a necessity of doing of it, betwixt a sad, dejected, disquieted, troubled spirit, while in the mean time the conscience is pressed with a necessity of doing of it, betwixt a sad, dejected, disquieted, troubled Spirit, cs p-acp dt j n1 dt n1 vbz vvn p-acp dt n1 pp-f vdg pp-f pn31, p-acp dt j, j-vvn, vvn, vvn n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15171 and a soul full of that joy and peace that is consequent to believing? betwixt a soul flourishing and daily shooting forth, in more perfect acts of grace, and a soul full of that joy and peace that is consequent to believing? betwixt a soul flourishing and daily shooting forth, in more perfect acts of grace, cc dt n1 j pp-f d n1 cc n1 cst vbz j p-acp vvg? p-acp dt n1 vvg cc av-j vvg av, p-acp av-dc j n2 pp-f n1, (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15172 and a soul that seems to stand still, and not to thrive in the wayes of holiness? If therefore there be any advantage from further degrees of spiritual strength, if any goodness in a spiritual liveliness, freedome, and alacrity, if any consolation in Christ, or sweetness arising from those consolations, if any comfort in the love, the spiritual love of God? O study Holiness, some gradual neglects of it are the greatest causes of all that weakness, dulness, sadness, unthriftiness, under which your souls labour. and a soul that seems to stand still, and not to thrive in the ways of holiness? If Therefore there be any advantage from further Degrees of spiritual strength, if any Goodness in a spiritual liveliness, freedom, and alacrity, if any consolation in christ, or sweetness arising from those consolations, if any Comfort in the love, the spiritual love of God? Oh study Holiness, Some gradual neglects of it Are the greatest Causes of all that weakness, dullness, sadness, unthriftiness, under which your Souls labour. cc dt n1 cst vvz pc-acp vvi av, cc xx pc-acp vvi p-acp dt n2 pp-f n1? cs av pc-acp vbi d n1 p-acp jc n2 pp-f j n1, cs d n1 p-acp dt j n1, n1, cc n1, cs d n1 p-acp np1, cc n1 vvg p-acp d n2, cs d vvi p-acp dt n1, dt j n1 pp-f np1? uh n1 n1, d j-jn vvz pp-f pn31 vbr dt js n2 pp-f d cst n1, n1, n1, n1, p-acp r-crq po22 n2 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15173 God sometimes acteth by Prerogative, shewing these mercies where he will, and because he will, and with-holding them for the probation and tryal of his People; God sometime Acts by Prerogative, showing these Mercies where he will, and Because he will, and withholding them for the probation and trial of his People; np1 av vvz p-acp n1, vvg d n2 c-crq pns31 vmb, cc c-acp pns31 vmb, cc j pno32 p-acp dt n1 cc n1 pp-f po31 n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15174 but generally it is in justice to punish his Peoples omissions of their duty, or commissions of something which is contrary to their duty. but generally it is in Justice to Punish his Peoples omissions of their duty, or commissions of something which is contrary to their duty. cc-acp av-j pn31 vbz p-acp n1 pc-acp vvi po31 ng1 n2 pp-f po32 n1, cc n2 pp-f pi r-crq vbz j-jn p-acp po32 n1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15175 And here now I shall put an end to my Discourses, in which I have been exercised so long, relating to the Providence of God. And Here now I shall put an end to my Discourses, in which I have been exercised so long, relating to the Providence of God. cc av av pns11 vmb vvi dt n1 p-acp po11 n2, p-acp r-crq pns11 vhb vbn vvn av av-j, vvg p-acp dt n1 pp-f np1. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15176 I shall conclude with that of Job, Chap. 26.14. Lo these are parts of his wayes, but how little a portion is heard of him. I shall conclude with that of Job, Chap. 26.14. Lo these Are parts of his ways, but how little a portion is herd of him. pns11 vmb vvi p-acp d pp-f np1, np1 crd. np1 d vbr n2 pp-f po31 n2, cc-acp c-crq j dt n1 vbz vvn pp-f pno31. (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15177 To which you may add that, Job. 11.7. Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto Perfection? v. 8. It is as high as Heaven; To which you may add that, Job. 11.7. Canst thou by searching find out God? Canst thou find out the Almighty unto Perfection? v. 8. It is as high as Heaven; p-acp r-crq pn22 vmb vvi d, np1. crd. vm2 pns21 p-acp vvg vvi av np1? vm2 pns21 vvi av dt j-jn p-acp n1? n1 crd pn31 vbz a-acp j c-acp n1; (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740
15178 What canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, What canst thou know? v. 9. The measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and broader than the Sea. What Canst thou do? Deeper than Hell, What Canst thou know? v. 9. The measure thereof is longer than the Earth, and Broader than the Sea. q-crq vm2 pns21 vdi? avc-jn cs n1, q-crq vm2 pns21 vvi? n1 crd dt n1 av vbz jc cs dt n1, cc jc cs dt n1 (57) sermon (DIV3) 1518 Page 740

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18 0 Bellar. de amiss. Gratiae & statu peccati, cap. 15. Bellar de amiss. Gratiae & Statu peccati, cap. 15. np1 fw-mi av. np1 cc fw-la fw-la, n1. crd
42 0 Acts 4.27, 28. Acts 4.27, 28. vvz crd, crd
92 0 Vorstius de Deo, & Attr. Not. ad Disp. 5. p. 260. V. etiam, 267, 268. Vorstius de God, & Attr Not. and Disp 5. p. 260. V. etiam, 267, 268. np1 fw-fr fw-la, cc np1 xx vvi np1 crd n1 crd np1 fw-la, crd, crd
131 0 Vorstius de Deo, in Not. ad Disp. 5. p. 268. Vorstius de God, in Not. and Disp 5. p. 268. np1 fw-fr fw-la, p-acp xx vvi np1 crd n1 crd
275 0 Prov. 19.21. Isa. 40.8. Curae 19.21. Isaiah 40.8. np1 crd. np1 crd.
612 0 Per quam futurum aliquid videtur, antequam eveniat, Cicero de Invent. NONLATINALPHABET. Per quam Future Aliquid videtur, antequam eveniat, Cicero de Invent.. fw-la fw-la fw-la j fw-la, fw-la fw-la, np1 fw-la vvb..
812 0 Custodem, rectoremque universi, animum & spiritum, mundani hujus operis Dominum & artificem, cui nomen omne convenit. Vis illum fatum vocare? non errabis. Hic est, ex quo suspensa sunt omnia, causa causarum. Vis illum Providentiam dicere? rectè dices. Est enim cujus consilio huic mundo providetur, ut inconcussus eat, & actus suos explicet, Seneca Nat. Qu. l. 2. cap. 45. Custodem, rectoremque universi, animum & spiritum, Worldly hujus operis Dominum & artificem, cui Nome omne convenit. Vis Ilum fatum vocare? non errabis. Hic est, ex quo suspensa sunt omnia, causa Causarum. Vis Ilum Providentiam dicere? rectè dices. Est enim cujus consilio huic mundo providetur, ut inconcussus eat, & actus suos explicet, Senecca Nat. Qu. l. 2. cap. 45. n1, fw-la fw-la, fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la cc fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-fr fw-la. fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la? fw-la fw-la. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la vvi, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la, np1 np1 n1 n1 crd n1. crd
818 0 Quid potuerunt de affectu, & diligentiâ Dei religiosius sentire? Salvian, l. 1. Quid potuerunt de affectu, & diligentiâ Dei religiosius sentire? Salvian, l. 1. fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1, n1 crd
1486 0 Ut radiorum esse a Sole, umbra a corpore: ita omnes creaturae, a divinâ pendent conservatione. Ut radiorum esse a Sole, umbra a corpore: ita omnes creaturae, a divinâ pendent conservation. fw-mi fw-la fw-la dt j, fw-la dt fw-la: fw-la fw-la fw-la, dt fw-la n-jn n1.
1493 0 Solus Sanat languores Deus. Solus Sanat languores Deus. np1 np1 fw-la fw-la.
1531 0 Nisi vegitaret Deus, cum ego dormio nisi me defenderet & custodiret cum ego sim securus fieret ut omni momento more &c. Luther. Nisi vegitaret Deus, cum ego dormio nisi me defenderet & custodiret cum ego sim Secure fieret ut omni momento more etc. Luther. fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la pno11 fw-la cc fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la n1 av np1.
1562 0 Quis disposuit membra culicis, & pulicis, ut habeant ordinem suum, & vitam suam? quis disposuit ista? quis fecit ista? Aug. Quis disposuit membra culicis, & pulicis, ut habeant ordinem suum, & vitam suam? quis disposuit ista? quis fecit ista? Aug. fw-la n1 fw-la fw-la, cc n2, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la, cc fw-la fw-la? fw-la n1 fw-la? fw-la fw-la fw-la? np1
2247 0 Non est autem consequens, ut si Deo certus est omnium causarum ordo, nihil sit in nostrae voluntatis arbitrio. Aug. l. 5. De Civ. dei. Non est autem Consequent, ut si God Certus est omnium Causarum ordo, nihil sit in Nostrae voluntatis arbitrio. Aug. l. 5. De Civ. dei. fw-fr fw-la fw-la fw-la, fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-la fw-mi, fw-la fw-la p-acp fw-la fw-la fw-la. np1 n1 crd fw-fr crd. fw-la.
5093 0 Zech. 8.23. Zechariah 8.23. np1 crd.
5110 0 V. Paraeum ad loc. V. Paradeum ad loc. np1 np1 fw-la fw-la.
5412 0 Est. 6.6. Est. 6.6. np1 crd.
5784 0 2 Sam. 23.3, 4, 5. 2 Sam. 23.3, 4, 5. crd np1 crd, crd, crd
6276 0 2 Cor. 8.1, 2, 3. 2 Cor. 8.1, 2, 3. crd np1 crd, crd, crd
6345 0 Gen. 25.3. Gen. 25.3. np1 crd.
9208 0 Aq. sum. §. 1. quest. 95. art. 3. Aqueduct sum. §. 1. quest. 95. art. 3. np1 n1. §. crd n1. crd n1. crd
10203 0 Grotius de jure belli. l. 2. Grotius de jure Belli. l. 2. np1 fw-fr fw-la fw-it. n1 crd
10832 0 Alesbury de eterno Dei decreto, p. 226. Aylesbury de eterno Dei Decreto, p. 226. np1 fw-it fw-it fw-la av, n1 crd
10852 0 Twiss. Vind. gratiae, 3.163. Twiss. Vind. Gratiae, 3.163. np1. np1 fw-la, crd.
12387 0 Psal. 104.34. Psalm 104.34. np1 crd.
13114 0 Isa. 9.2. Mat. 4.16. Luk. 1.7, 9. Isaiah 9.2. Mathew 4.16. Luk. 1.7, 9. np1 crd. np1 crd. np1 crd, crd
13443 0 V. Bertium contra. Sibran. P. 69. 70. 71. V. Bertium contra. Sibran. P. 69. 70. 71. np1 np1 fw-la. np1. np1 crd crd crd
13444 0 Bertii discep. Epist. 73.76. Bertii discep. Epistle 73.76. np1 n1. np1 crd.
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13473 0 Grevinchovius, Con. Ames. 212. Remonstra. Colloq. Hag. P. 258. Grevinchovius, Con. Ames. 212. Remonstrate. Colloquium. Hag. P. 258. np1, np1 np1. crd np1. np1. np1 np1 crd
13481 0 Socinus. in praectel. Theol. 1.17. fol. 93. Socinus. in praectel. Theology 1.17. fol. 93. np1. p-acp n1. np1 crd. n1 crd
13510 0 Arnoldus contra Mol. c. 6. Sect. 2. Episcopius disp. 5. thes. 6. Arnoldus contra Mol. c. 6. Sect. 2. Episcopius Disp. 5. these. 6. np1 fw-la np1 sy. crd np1 crd np1 n1. crd d. crd
14109 0 Phil. 1.3.14. 2 Tim. 4.7. Philip 1.3.14. 2 Tim. 4.7. np1 crd. crd np1 crd.